From Fr Greg's Desk: Sunday 6th March
Back from my Trip to Spain!
Thanks for all your prayers for my safe return from my trip to Spain, where I participated in a Symposium in Madrid with my Verbum Dei Missionary Fraternity.
Although I was a bit reluctant to go, with the uncertainties of international travel in these COVID times, the trip was, nevertheless, a very fruitful one, with a great deal accomplished in that short space of time. So here I am once again with you, happily 'feeding the flock', even if a bit jet-lagged...
Rite of Sending of our RCIA Participants this Sunday at the 10 am Mass.
This Sunday we will be happily 'sending' our Catechumen (Howe), and our two Candidates for Confirmation (Lee and Lyndell) to the Cathedral where Archbishop Anthony will receive them on behalf of the Sydney Archdiocese. They have almost come to the end of their RCIA programme, under the guidance of Fr. Dan, and so we accompany them with our prayers, looking forward to them all being brought into full communion with the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil Service. Congrats, Howe, Lee and Lyndall!!!
Other Sacramental News - Registrations are Closing Soon!
Our Sacramental programmes are well and truly organised for the Year. Please note, however, that Registrations are closing very soon - for First Reconciliation & Holy Communion they close on Monday 7th March, and for Confirmation on Friday 11th March. It is the responsibility of parents and carers to get their children registered within the specified time frames, and to ensure that both they and their children participate fully in all formation sessions. I look forward to 'seeing' you all throughout the coming year.
Noah's Ark Cafe off to a Great Start
As featured in the Catholic Weekly two weeks ago, "Noah's Ark Cafe" - captained by Dominic Herring - is off to a great start. Whilst the heavy rain has definitely put a damper on things, nevertheless there has been a steady stream of customers who tell me "the coffee is great!" And the fact that the opening of Noah's Ark Cafe coincided with a 1000 year flood event in parts of our nation certainly is a curious coincidence. The van will be open for business six days a week, Tuesday to Sunday, and we look forward to a long association with Dominic and Jessica Herring and this little venture of their little son Noah.
Archdiocesan Extraordinary Ministers of Communion Formation Course SCB Hall
We will be hosting an Archdiocesan Formation Course for Extraordinary Ministers of Communion from 9 am - 12 pm on both Saturday 26th March and 2nd April in the SCB Hall. This will be given for persons to follow a calling to ministry as Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist.
Please note that all Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist will be expected to bring communion to others in addition to serving at Masses and Liturgies in our Parish. This course is also compulsory if you feel a calling to become an Acolyte at our Parish. Please contact the Parish office to book a place, and be there at 8.45 am on the 26th March to formally register. Please note that Parish Compliance must be completed before being able to serve with this Ministry.
Caritas Australia - Ukraine Emergency Appeal
Rite of Sending of our RCIA Participants this Sunday at the 10 am Mass.
This Sunday we will be happily 'sending' our Catechumen (Howe), and our two Candidates for Confirmation (Lee and Lyndell) to the Cathedral where Archbishop Anthony will receive them on behalf of the Sydney Archdiocese. They have almost come to the end of their RCIA programme, under the guidance of Fr. Dan, and so we accompany them with our prayers, looking forward to them all being brought into full communion with the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil Service. Congrats, Howe, Lee and Lyndall!!!
Other Sacramental News - Registrations are Closing Soon!
Our Sacramental programmes are well and truly organised for the Year. Please note, however, that Registrations are closing very soon - for First Reconciliation & Holy Communion they close on Monday 7th March, and for Confirmation on Friday 11th March. It is the responsibility of parents and carers to get their children registered within the specified time frames, and to ensure that both they and their children participate fully in all formation sessions. I look forward to 'seeing' you all throughout the coming year.
Noah's Ark Cafe off to a Great Start
As featured in the Catholic Weekly two weeks ago, "Noah's Ark Cafe" - captained by Dominic Herring - is off to a great start. Whilst the heavy rain has definitely put a damper on things, nevertheless there has been a steady stream of customers who tell me "the coffee is great!" And the fact that the opening of Noah's Ark Cafe coincided with a 1000 year flood event in parts of our nation certainly is a curious coincidence. The van will be open for business six days a week, Tuesday to Sunday, and we look forward to a long association with Dominic and Jessica Herring and this little venture of their little son Noah.
Archdiocesan Extraordinary Ministers of Communion Formation Course SCB Hall
We will be hosting an Archdiocesan Formation Course for Extraordinary Ministers of Communion from 9 am - 12 pm on both Saturday 26th March and 2nd April in the SCB Hall. This will be given for persons to follow a calling to ministry as Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist.
Please note that all Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist will be expected to bring communion to others in addition to serving at Masses and Liturgies in our Parish. This course is also compulsory if you feel a calling to become an Acolyte at our Parish. Please contact the Parish office to book a place, and be there at 8.45 am on the 26th March to formally register. Please note that Parish Compliance must be completed before being able to serve with this Ministry.
Caritas Australia - Ukraine Emergency Appeal
Caritas Australia has launched an emergency appeal to assist communities affected by the conflict in Ukraine. Donations can be made online at www.caritas.org.au/ukraine or by calling 1800 024 413. Please see the inset on page 3 of this bulletin.
Please pray for the people of Ukraine and their families, as well as for a swift and peaceful end to the conflict and the suffering it is causing.
Vinnies Australian Flood Appeal.
Please pray for the people of Ukraine and their families, as well as for a swift and peaceful end to the conflict and the suffering it is causing.
Vinnies Australian Flood Appeal.
Vinnies is making an urgent appeal for help for those who have suffered great losses due to the recent flooding. Donations can be made by calling 131812 or visiting their website at vinnies.org.au/nswfloodappeal. There is also an appeal being made by the Diocese of Lismore for the extensive damage the floods have caused there. Donations can be sent to the following bank Account:
Name: DOL Flood Appeal
BSB: 037-889
Account number: 1061 5829
Parish Office Closed Thurs 10th March until 2.30 pm
Please note that our Parish office will be closed this Thursday 10th March until 2:30pm for our Lenten Staff Retreat. In the case of an urgent need for assistance, please call 0413 226 508
And that's about it for now! God bless!!
Name: DOL Flood Appeal
BSB: 037-889
Account number: 1061 5829
Parish Office Closed Thurs 10th March until 2.30 pm
Please note that our Parish office will be closed this Thursday 10th March until 2:30pm for our Lenten Staff Retreat. In the case of an urgent need for assistance, please call 0413 226 508
And that's about it for now! God bless!!
Fr Greg
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