PARISH NEWS
CHURCH REFURBISHMENT PROJECT
Unfortunately there have been further delays in completion of our church refurbishment project on account of issues found in the main structure of the foyer. This has resulted in new steel structure being designed and installed. Most major issues have now been resolved and the project is progressing well. The next major works relate to roof replacement which is expected to be undertaken in the next two weeks. The Builder and Architect has advised us of a new completion date of end August 2018 subject to normal weather conditions. We are sorry for the inconvenience this delay is causing and thank you for your patience. If there are any further changes to the timetable we will keep parishioners updated.
Building Project Team
THANKSGIVING ENVELOPES
Thanksgiving Envelopes will be available for collection from the hall this weekend. A very big thank you to all the volunteers who work so hard to get this organised in time.
CONGRATULATIONS to the 17 students from St. Peter’s Sunday School who did their Reconciliation on Tuesday, 26th June. Thank you to the catechists for your huge effort in instructing our children in the Catholic faith.
IMPORTANT DATES FOR OUR PARISH
| Sundays |
6:15 to 8:15pm HSI School of Discipleship in Community Centre Youth Group meet in the Hall after 5pm Mass Young Adults (18 -29 years) meet in Theatrette from 6:00pm |
| 2nd & 4th Mondays | Bible Study at 7:00pm in the Theatrette. Enquiries to Royden on 0426 071 375. |
| 2nd July | Baptism Formation Meeting, 7:00pm in Church. |
| Baptisms | 1st & 3rd Sundays at 12 noon |
ADULT CHRISTIAN INITIATION AT ST PETER'S PARISH
The St. Peter's adult Christian initiation process, or RCIA, for people wishing to become Catholic, is now open for enrolment of new applicants. The program prepares unbaptised adults 16 years and older for the sacraments of initiation next Easter, and also baptised Christians, who wish to receive the sacraments of Holy Communion and Confirmation in the Catholic Church. The program runs for 9 months to prepare the candidates to receive the sacraments. An appointment for new applicants may be made for Wednesday 18th July from 7:30 to 8:45pm in the Parish Theatrette, 38 Guinane Ave, Hoppers Crossing. If you are interested, please contact the parish office on 9749 4300 or the RCIA Coordinator Matthew Reuter on 0403 988 629.
FILOZ CHOIR CELEBRATING THEIR 12TH YEAR OF SERVICE AT ST. PETER'S
The first time the choir sang was on Sunday, 2nd July 2006. The choir sings every 1st Sunday at the 5:00pm Mass and 3rd Sunday at the 10:30am Mass. We thank God for his guidance and love in keeping us united in love and friendship to one another. May God continue to bless the choir with many more years of service to Him and the community.
TALENT NIGHT
Thank you to one and all for your participation and attendance at the Talent Night organised by the Young Adults on June 23rd. It was a fun night and the various acts were enjoyed by all. Thank you to St. Peters School Choir for their participation and we look forward to your performance at our next talent night.
Young Adults Ministry.
CERTIFICATE II - INFORMATION, DIGITAL MEDIA & TECHNOLOGY – FREE OF CHARGE
Wyndham City Council is in the process of recruiting candidates for a Certificate II in Information, Digital Media and Technology “free of charge”.
The Course is aimed at young people between 16 -25 years of age and will be delivered both in classrooms and online. What's Involved?
- Become a Victoria University Polytechnic student.
- From July 17, the course will run for three days a week at the VU Polytechnic Werribee, from 11:00am to 5:00pm Tuesday to Thursday with an additional day of online study.
The project aims to build a Community of creative young people and emerging young artists in the city of Wyndham. These young people will be supported to co-design a project that will aim to highlight Community successes and be a voice for young people in Wyndham.
To register, please submit your name, telephone and email address to the Parish Office on 9749 4300 or via email to stpeters@wetnet.com.au.
HSI SCHOOL OF DISCIPLESHIP GRADUATION
The HSI School of Discipleship complete their second year in our church and will hold their graduation ceremony on Sunday, 8th July. Over 20 members from this year’s school will receive their certificates at the 10:30am mass and the group will be available after mass to share their experiences and for any questions. HSI School of Discipleship is a faith outreach program where members convene to learn more about our catholic faith through prayer, reflection and fellowship.
MULTICULTURAL MASS
The first planning meeting for the Multicultural Mas will be held on Saturday, 14th July 2018 at 10:00am in the meeting room ff the Church hall. All are welcome to attend.
OBSERVANCE SUNDAY FOR ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDERS
This Sunday the Australian bishops have invited us to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sunday. Today we acknowledge that God has been walking with these peoples making his presence known through a continuous living culture over many thousands of years. We pray in thanksgiving for these ancient peoples who have enriched and sustained our continent over all that time. In particular we praise God for the people who nurtured the land here in our parish that we call home.
RECENTLY DECEASED
We pray for Wendel Menezes, Leo Fernandes, Guillermo Fernando Sr., James McCusker, Colin Marsden and all who passed away recently.
DEATH ANNIVERSARIES
We pray for Raymond & Ellie Rego, Mariam Paulose, Nestor Biscocho, Emily Koprivanac, Antonietta De Quattro, Maureen Halge, Cristeta Leyco, Claro Leyco, Louis Ortega, Numeriano Medel and all whose anniversaries occur at this time.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
We pray for Lito Alinea, Shirley & Leo Linehan, Angela O’Brien, Lydia (Aleida) Van Susteren, Gary Spotswood, Stan Walkden, Sean Donaldson, Liam Parr, Edith Street, Brian & Irene Jones, Georgette Maalouf, Jamilton Dabu, Carmen Mifsud, Bob Meehan, Elizabeth Slee, Jacintha Udawattage, Rita Dubowik, Kath Meddings, Sasika Jurcic, Thais Long, Lorna Scott, Judy & Joseph Cammayo, Finnian Keating, Debra Hamill, Ashton Quinless, Elsabet, Grace White, Sr. Marie Therese Jones, Sr. Eileen Jones, Michael Gilbert and all who are ill in our Parish.
ROSTERS
Money Counters - 8 July 18
| John Allen / Jules & Neeta Pereira / Francis Nayagam |
Readers – 7/8 July 18
| 6:00pm | Sonia Sabu Matthew |
| 8:30am | Lerna Vasquez |
| 10:30am | Karen Fernandes / Davy Fernandez |
| 5:00pm | Melanie Etiennette |
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion - 7/8 July 18
| 6:00pm | J. Poppen / B. Farrugia / S. D’Silva / E. Mills |
| 8:30am | K. McLoughlin / J Phan Lai / G. Siccita / S. Gomez |
| 10:30am | G. Sharman / M. D’Mello / R&A D’Souza |
| 5:00pm | J&D Etiennette / S. Joseph / Volunteer |
Music Ministry – 7/8 July 18
| 6:00pm | Footsteps |
| 8:30am | Shirley & Group |
| 10:30am | Youth Band |
| 5:00pm | Shepherds of Christ |