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| NORMAL MASS TIMES: | |
| Weekend Mass
times: Saturday - 6pm Sunday - 7.30am & 9.30am |
Weekday Mass times: Tuesday - 7.00pm Wednesday - 9.10am - Chapel Thursday - 9.10am - Chapel Friday - 9.10am - Chapel |
ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES
Wednesday 22nd February is Ash Wednesday.
MASSES WILL BE HELD AT 9.10AM & 7.30PM IN THE CHURCH.
All are welcome to either Mass and feel welcome to bring a friend.
Stations of the Cross…
Will be celebrated during Lent each Friday at 7.30pm, commencing on 24th February.
Lenten Group…
A Lenten Group will commence on Friday 24th February after morning Mass. If anyone is interested in attending please complete the sign on sheet in the foyer or contact the parish office.
Confirmation Date…
All those children who received their First Eucharist last year will be preparing for Confirmation this year. Our parish has only been allocated one date:
—WEDNESDAY 23RD MAY—
Please mark this date in your diaries.
Corpus Christi St Vincent de Paul...
The St Vincent de Paul Society aspires to be recognised as a caring Catholic resource—offering a “Hand Up” to people in need. We do this by respecting their dignity, sharing our hope and encouraging them to take control of their destiny. Corpus Christi conference welcomes enquiries from parishioners who wish to know more about conference activities. Phone 0870 1548 for more information or assistance.
Dear members of the Corpus Christi family,
Thank you so much for your prayers and expressions of concern over the past months as my youngest brother, Rohan Mullins, battled cancer. Rohan died peacefully a few days after Christmas, aged 43. He was one of the world’s good guys. He was living in America with his young family and we had his funeral there. We will be having a memorial Mass at ST NICHOLAS OF MYRA THIS SUNDAY 5TH FEBRUARY AT 1:30PM. Anyone who knew and loved Rohan, or who knows and loves people who do, is most welcome to attend. Thank you again for your ongoing support of Greg, our family and me.
Alison McDonald
Diocesan Works Fund Appeal…
The first of three DWF appeals for this year will take place THIS WEEKEND, 4TH & 5TH FEBRUARY. Our Parish quota is $4207. Your donations to this pastoral appeal will support many ministries of the Catholic Church in the Parramatta Diocese. You may contribute by cash or credit card. All donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Call for Church Cleaners…
A couple of people have come off the current roster due to personal reasons. We thank them for their commitment and care over the past years. We are in need now for some volunteers to join the roster. It requires an hour of your time every 4 weeks on a Saturday morning. If you are able to join a cleaning team or would like more information, please contact he parish office. Thank You!!!
Liturgical Ministry Roster
An encouraging thanks to all people included in the Ministry Roster for your care and commitment to the community. Please note that it is really important that people arrive early and let the Adult Server know that they are present and/or if they are replacing someone. Having to replace people at the last minute delays Mass and sometimes hassles people to fill I when they don’t feel prepared. PLEASE… PLEASE… arrange replacements in advance whenever you are unable to make your rostered time.
With many thanks, The Parish Team.
Catechist Meeting
Our first meeting for catechists will take place this
THURSDAY 9TH FEBRUARY AT 10AM
in the parish office. This will be an opportunity to welcome our new catechists and to collect work books, etc for the new year. Look forward to seeing you.
Catechist News… Are you able to help???
The Catechist Team is currently in need of volunteers to teach in our government schools. If you can spare about an hour (including preparation time) each week during school terms and would like to find out more about being a teacher or helper please contact the Parish Office.
THE FIRST MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE AND
PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING FOR 2012 WILL
TAKE PLACE ON WEDNESDAY 8TH FEBRUARY AT 7.30PM IN THE PARISH OFFICE.
“Faith in our Future”: Our Diocesan Pastoral Planning Process Has Begun!
Planning is an essential part of life, whether in our families, our work life, or in retirement. Planning allows us to reach our goals by making the most of our opportunities.
Bishop Anthony Fisher OP has initiated a process of pastoral planning for our future as a Diocese and invites you to share your faith and vision at an upcoming parish consultation session happening near you! Look out for more details about when and where this event is taking place.
The February edition of Catholic Outlook will feature a “Diocesan Information Guide” which provides an overview of our Diocese. Please read this, reflect on it, and pray about it. Then, bring your ideas and suggestions to the consultation session taking place near you in the coming weeks!
Introduction to Canon Law…
A thirteen week Course at the Broadway Campus of the University of Notre Dame. Lecturer: Right Rev Monsignor Robert McGuckin, Judicial Vicar for N.S.W. and the A.C.T.
THURSDAYS 9.30AM – 12.30 PM COMMENCING 1ST MARCH.
The course will cover a variety of topics such as the historical background to Canon Law; the purpose, nature and sources of Canon Law; parts of the 1983 Code of Canon Law; the relationship between Canon and Civil law; the Church’s tribunals (including procedure, evidence and appeals); marriage and annulment; the administration of Church property etc.
Students may simply wish to audit the course or complete assignments and exam.
To register contact Roszanna Hazlewood at the School of LAW, The University of Notre Dame, 104 Broadway (PO Box 944, Broadway NSW 2007) Ph 82044300
Email: roszanna.hazlewood@nd.edu.au
Children Protection Review…
The ‘Youth Safety Manual-A Reference Guide for Parish Youth Ministry Leaders across the Diocese’ issued by the Diocese of Parramatta Youth Office in May 2009, is currently being updated.
Paul Davis, the Diocesan Professional Standards Manager will conduct a session on the updated Child Protection Policy Review/Youth Safety Manual on the 11th February. It is very important to be informed of the latest changes/additions to the child protection policy. All youth leaders and anyone in a leadership role in youth ministry within the Diocese of Parramatta is requested to attend.
DATE: SATURDAY 11TH FEBRUARY
SPEAKER: PAUL DAVIS
PLACE: ST PATRICK’S CATHEDRAL HALL, PARRAMATTA
TIME: 10.00AM-11.30AM
RSVP by 6th February to youth@parra.catholic.org.au or call 8838 3418
Diocesan Youth Mass…
All youth and young adults, especially from the Blue Mountains Deanery are invited to participate in the Diocesan Youth Mass.
DATE: SUNDAY 19TH FEBRUARY
PLACE: ST FINBAR’S CHURCH, 46 LEVY ST, GLENBROOK
TIME: 4.30PM CONFESSIONS 5PM MASS
FOR AGES: 16-35 YEARS
BBQ provided after Mass.
RSVP to the Diocesan Youth Office by 13th February to youth@parra.catholic.org.au or call 8838 3418.
Youth Leaders Retreat…
Catholic Youth Parramatta is inviting all youth leaders and potential youth leaders to come together at the beginning of a new year in the presence of God and each other. The Retreat will include great guest speakers, group workshops, private reflection surrounded by nature as well as socialising and fun. It's a great way to start our youth ministry in 2012!
DATE: SATURDAY 25TH FEBRUARY
FOR: YOUTH LEADERS & POTENTIAL YOUTH LEADERS AGED 18 - 35YRS
TIME: REGISTRATION: 9AM FOR A 9.30AM START
COST: $5 (MORNING TEA & LUNCH PROVIDED)
PLACE: MOUNT SCHOENSTATT CONFERENCE & RETREAT CENTRE, ‘THE FAMILY ROOM’, 230 FAIRLIGHT ROAD, MULGOA.
RSVP for catering purposes by Monday 20th February.
For more info & to RSVP please email Annabelle on youth@parra.catholic.org.au or call 8838 3418/0408 420 331
Bereavement Support Group
This year the Solo Parent Ministry will continue to offer individual counselling and small group programs for men and women who are grieving the death of their spouse. In Feb we begin a series of eight “Bereavement Support Group” Sessions (fortnightly). Our first series will begin on Tuesday 7th Feb. from 10.00 – 11.30am at CCSS Centre, 51-59 Allawah St, Blacktown. Later in the year a similar Program will be offered in Penrith. The first Session Topic is entitled “The Physical Effects of Grief.” You do not have to register for ALL Sessions when you register; only certain topics may be of interest to you. For further information and registration contact Sr. Eileen on 99330205 or eileen.quade@ccee.org.au
The Maltese Language School of NSW, a division of The Maltese Community Council of NSW, invites new students to join one of its classes for Term 1 held on Saturday mornings at Horsley Park and Wednesday evenings at Seven Hills for fast learning of the Maltese language and culture. Teachers also required. For all enquiries please contact Maria 9837 2514 or 0416 119 100 malteselanguageschoolnsw@hotmail.com
Worldwide Marriage Encounter…
A weekend for married couples. Take time out of your busy schedule, to invest in your most precious asset . . . Your Marriage! This is a unique opportunity to recharge your relationship batteries, refocus on each other and fall in love all over again!
Weekend date: 23 – 25 March at St. Mary’s Retreat Centre, Douglas Park, NSW.
Bookings: Ardell & Bill Sharpe on 4283 3435 or wsharpe@bigpond.net.au Information: www.wwme.org.au
Meditation: Why? and How?:
An explanation of and a practical introduction to Christian Meditation. A four week Evening Course (Tuesdays: 7:30 – 9pm) at Mount Carmel beginning 7th of February (next Tuesday). Presenter: Fr. Gerard Moran OCD. Cost of Course: $50. Bookings are necessary. For further details call 96031433.
