PARISH NEWS
ANZAC DAY SERVICE
Tuesday 25th April. Mass at 8:30am including Ode & Last Post.
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES resume again this weekend from 9:5 am to 10:25am. Any queries phone Bernice on 9749-2812.
SAUSAGE SIZZLE & MUFFIN STALL
After all Masses next weekend, 29/30 April, the Ladies Auxiliary will have a muffin stall in conjunction with the Sausage Sizzle. Volunteers are requested to assist with the Sausage Sizzle.
BRIC-A-BRAC STALL
On the weekend of 6/7 May there will be a Bric-A-Brac Stall to support the Joseph’s Corner Counselling Service. Many items on sale including Knitted Knee Blankets, Scarves, Beanies and much more. We thank you very much for your support.
BIBLE STUDY TOMORROW
Bible Study continues tomorrow (Monday) from 7:00pm to 9:00pm in the Community Centre. All are welcome. We are at Luke Ch 6. Enquiries: Royden at 0426071375.
SCHOOL FIRST HOLY COMMUNION MASSES
Parishioners, please note the following dates for children from St. Peter’s who will receive their First Holy Communion. Please be aware that parking may be an issue at these masses.
May 13th (Sat) – 6:00pm Mass
May 14th (Sun) – 10:30 am Mass
May 20th (Sat) – 6:00pm Mass
May 21st (Sun) – 10:30 am Mass
May 27th (Sat) – 6:00pm Mass
May 28th (Sun) – 10:30 am Mass
MONTH OF MAY MASS COUNT
Parishioners, please note that as required by our Archdiocese each year, there will be a mass count at all masses for the first four weekends in May. Could we please request volunteers to assist with these counts. The count is also required to be taken at the Filipino, Polish and Spanish masses for the first four weekends in May.
ST MARY’S WILLIAMSTOWN CELEBRATES 175 YEARS
St Mary's Primary School at 118 Cecil Street, Williamstown is celebrating 175 years of continuous Catholic education. Founded in 1842, St Mary's Primary has been identified as the oldest continuously operating Catholic school in Victoria, creating a proud history which includes a direct association with the Sisters of St Joseph from 1900 to 1999. The strong link between parish, school and community continues today. Three events will celebrate St Mary’s special anniversary: Friday 19 May, the celebration ball at 6:00pm; Sunday 21 May, Thanksgiving Mass at 10:30am followed by luncheon and open school; and Saturday 19 August, staff reunion from 12pm. For more details call 9397 7926.
PREP ENROLMENT 2018
Interviews are on for Prep Enrolment 2018. For further information please contact the school office on 9749 1055.
MOTHER'S DAY – SUNDAY 14TH MAY
A special blessing will be given to mothers at all the weekend Masses
KIMBERLEY CATHOLIC VOLUNTEER SERVICE
URGENTLY WANTED: VOLUNTEER WORKERS for Balgo Parish
The Diocese of Broome, WA, requires volunteers to assist with the work of the local Church on Aboriginal Missions. We are currently seeking a couple in Balgo to assist the Priest in the running of the Parish. There are several other roles in the Kimberley for single people or couples also available. Placements are preferred for a period of 6 months. For further details, and an application form, please contact:
Volunteer Coordinator Anneliese Rohr: 08 9192 1060
Email: volunteers@broomediocese.org
Web: www.broomediocese.org
Mail: PO Box 76, BROOME WA 6725
FOOD, FAMILY AND FAITH: AN AFTERNOON WITH FR LEO PATALINGHUG
Saturday 29 April, 3:00pm–5:45pm, followed by vigil Mass at 6:00pm in St Brigid’s Church, St Brigid’s Parish Hall, 378 Nicholson Street, North Fitzroy.
Come and be inspired with more creative ways to feed your family’s soul as well as their stomach. Fr. Leo is a talented Chef and Catholic priest. His ‘Grace Before Meals’ Ministry brings together a love of fine food with the importance of family meals and celebrating our faith. Along with a demonstration and presentation by Fr. Leo, the afternoon will provide an opportunity to sample his food and that of some of Melbourne’s Catholic migrant communities. Due to limited seating, bookings are essential.
Cost: $10. Children under 18 free.
Details: Life, Marriage and Family office on 9287 5587 or lmf@cam.org.au Bookings: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=265841.
RECENTLY DECEASED
We pray for Anna-Marie Medel, Alice Quinless, Victoria Sapiano, Allan Vincent and all who passed away recently.
DEATH ANNIVERSARIES
We pray for Joseph, Anthony Borg and all whose anniversaries occur at this time.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
We pray for Leo Linehan, Angela O’Brien, Mary McMinn, Lydia (Aleida) Van Susteren, Peter McGlade, Molly Wilson, Gary Spotswood, Stan Walkden, Diane Cameron, Sean Donaldson, Kristian Romois, Vera Fernandez, Edith Street, Georgette Maalouf, Carmen Mifsud, Bob Meehan, Dominic D’Lima, Cynthia Middleton, Milton Roberts, Elizabeth Slee, Bennie Manninen, Trevor Rush, Jamilton Dabu and all who are ill in our Parish.
ROSTERS
Money Counters 30 April 17
| B. Coghlan / K. McLoughlin / J. Leeson / F. Thomas |
Readers – 29/30 April 17
| 6:00pm | Wilfred D’Cruz |
| 8:30am | Grace Sharman |
| 10:30am | Lionel D’Cruz |
| 5:00pm | Iris Simangan |
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion 29/30 April 17
| 6:00pm | B. Farrugia / Josie T. / H. Durski / Sharon A. |
| 8:30am | C. Coelho / L&B Jones / K. English |
| 10:30am | S. Sipilliao / C. Morcom / N. Costa / Vanina IDA |
| 5:00pm | S. SImangan / D&J Etiennette / VOLUNTEER |
Music Ministry 29/30 April 17
| 6:00pm | Footsteps |
| 8:30am | Shirley & Group |
| 10:30am | 5th Sunday Choir |
| 5:00pm | Youth Band |