PARISH NEWS
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 |
| 1 June | 7:00pm – 10:00pm First Friday Mass & Adoration |
| 2 June | 1:30pm – 4:30pm Healing Mass |
| 3 June | Feast of Corpus Christi. Procession at 10:20 am before 10:30am Mass |
ST. PETER’S SCHOOL FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
We congratulate the Grade 4 Students who will be receiving their First Holy Communion this weekend. May the Body and Blood of Christ always be a central part of their lives and may they receive abundant blessings.
WELCOME
We welcome into our Church community Meleofa Lua, Jayne Steinlein and Jairus Valoa who are to be baptised this Sunday. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the love of their Parents, Godparents, family and friends, we pray that these children will lead a life full of happiness, faith and love.
ROYDEN D’SOUZA will receive the Acolyte Ministry on Sunday 27th May at the 11:00am Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. We congratulate Royden on reaching this important stage towards becoming a Deacon. We pray that God will shower Royden with abundant blessings as he continues his faith journey and we pray for blessings on his family as they assist him in achieving this.
RUAH: PARISH RENEWAL DAY
Saturday 16 June, 10am–3pm at the Catholic Leadership Centre, Cnr Victoria Parade and Hoddle Street, East Melbourne. The Archbishop’s Office for Evangelisation invites parish leaders and volunteers to its annual parish renewal day, offering various workshops focused on enlivening and enriching core parish ministries such as liturgy, music, social justice, RCIA, youth, parish pastoral councils and hospitality. The theme for Ruah is ‘Breathing new life into parish ministries.’ Information from Suzanne Hermon on 9926 5761 or evangelisation@cam.org.au. Registrations at https://www.trybooking.com/VQTP.
WELCOMING GROUP
For those who are unaware, the Welcoming Group have a welcome cuppa for Parishioners
- After the 8:30am Mass every 2nd Sunday
- After the 10:30am Mass every 3rd Sunday
They are looking for volunteers to join them so they can cover the morning Masses every Sunday. If you would like to join the group, please contact the Parish Office on 9749 4300.
MOVIE NIGHT
Our next movie night is scheduled for June 11 which is a public holiday. We will be screening The Shack rated M a Christian Movie about a father who after a family tragedy questions God’s existence and life’s purpose and finds answers on this spiritual journey. Starring Aussie actor Sam Worthington. Sausage Sizzle, Snacks, drinks and light entertainment starts at 5.30 with movie sharp at 6 pm. Gold Coin Donation. We hope you all can be there and support us in our ministry. If you would like to join, help or donate please call Rhea on 0419 046 809 or Royden on 0426 071 375. Young Adults Group
PLENARY COUNCIL 2020 – LISTEN TO WHAT THE SPIRIT IS SAYING
Pope Francis has approved the Australian Bishops’ decision to hold a Plenary Council in Australia in 2020 and 2021. It is a significant moment for the Church in Australia to make decisions about the future. To prepare the agenda for the Plenary Council, all of God’s people are invited to reflect on the question: “What do you think God is asking of us in Australia at this time?” Find out more about the Plenary Council 2020 at the new website, now online: www.plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au.
GOOD SAMARITAN MINISTRY
The Good Samaritan Ministry assists parishioners in need during difficult times e.g. bereavement, unemployment and loneliness. Good Samaritan ministry offers a confidential service by volunteers drawn mainly from the parish community. The ministry provides an opportunity to serve others and put faith into action, and the chance to grow and learn in relating to others. Your commitment to the ministry is just 2 hours a fortnight. We are looking for new members to join so If you would like to join the ministry please call Anita on 0411772320.
FEAST OF CORPUS CHRISTI – SUNDAY 3RD JUNE
There will be a procession of the Monstrance with the Blessed Sacrament around the School Oval on Sunday 3rd June. Kindly note that this will start at 10:20am SHARP, followed by Mass. All Welcome.
STEWARDSHIP CORNER – FEAST OF THE HOLY TRINITY
“The Spirit itself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children then heirs, heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ…” ROMANS 8:16-17
If we are heirs to the kingdom of God, shouldn’t we work to build up His kingdom? Shouldn’t we be good stewards of our inheritance, using our time in prayer, our talent in charitable works and our treasure to care for the Church that God has left to us? Our Church is a treasured heirloom from God. Do we treat it that way?
ROSTERS FOR COMMUNION TO THE SICK, LECTORS & EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS are available for collection in the Hall.
BIBLE STUDY
Bible study continues this Monday May 28 at 7 pm in the theaterette. We are reading Matthew . Come and join us for an interactive study of the Bible. New Members welcome. Enquiries Royden on 0426071375.
YOUNG ADULTS GROUP
No meeting for next 2 Sundays (27 May & 3 Jun) on account of University Exams.
HSI SCHOOL OF DISCIPLESHIP (HSI)
The Holy Spirit Interactive (HSI) School of Discipleship continues to run in the parish community Centre at 6:15pm on Sundays. This is a faith outreach program where members convene to pray, learn more about our faith and join in fellowship. We start a new module this Sunday and will learn more about ‘Making Disciples of all Nations’. All are welcome to join. Enquiries to Sharon D’Silva on 0430 099 654 or Francis Thomas on 0401 787 372.
RECENTLY DECEASED
We pray for Frances Quinn, Narnic Voshol, Joy Puno, Manani Pace, Carmen Agius and all who passed away recently.
DEATH ANNIVERSARIES
We pray for Pauline Restall, Hishal Schiaer, Resuom Shiaer, , Poly Pynadath, Jack Piper, Anjaly Mathew, Tanya Pace and all whose anniversaries occur at this time.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
We pray for 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, Charlie Xerxen, Kate Harris, Stephen Doyle, Julie Coghlan, Megan Rowe, Virginia Jewers, Yvonne Clayton, Lloyd Clayburn, Jacintha Udawattage, Adrian Tully, Eileen Lewis, Loan Nguyen, Mellissa Caroline, Carmen Aguis, Margaret Craigie, Madison, Rita Dubowik, Beryl Proffit, Emidio Restall, John Flaherty, Teisha Heaney, Irene Arnold, Thelma French, Kath Meddings, Sasika Jurcic, James & Thomas Prathapasinghe and all who are ill in our Parish.
ROSTERS
Money Counters - 3 June 18
| Les Jones / Tini & Barrie Hope / Grace Sharman |
Readers – 2/3 June 18
| 6:00pm | Sharon D’Silva |
| 8:30am | Kitty Stuttard |
| 10:30am | Venus Iuta |
| 5:00pm | Indika Fernando |
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion - 2/3 June 18
| 6:00pm | A. D’Lima / S. Martis / J. Poppen /E. Mills |
| 8:30am | G. Sharman / Karen F. / R. Johnson / C. Coelho |
| 10:30am | C. Morcom / N&R Golaw / N. Costa |
| 5:00pm | C. Skinner / J. Etiennette / S. Joseph / E. Behrouzi |
Music Ministry – 2/3 June 18
| 6:00pm | Eagles Wings |
| 8:30am | Shirley & Group |
| 10:30am | Samoan Choir |
| 5:00pm | FilOz |