Invitations
The Parish is constantly getting invitations to attend activities within the local community and beyond.
I know these invitations are great opportunities to people who are interested. This page will flag each of these opportunities - so I encourage you to read it regularly to see if there are things that could nurture you? For more information regards any of the activities mentioned follow the links indicated in the messages.
Or ring and speak to Karen at the parish centre.
If you would like to go on a retreat at the Retreat Centre Varrolville Mount Carmel, Their are many different retreats held their monthly. Please pickup at brochure from the Parish Centre.
General Invitations:
The Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney’s Development and Fundraising Team is seeking a team of volunteers to assist with numerous appeals and events throughout the year including preparations for the celebration of the Canonisation of Mary MacKillop. Duties include handing out information at events, making up kits, assisting with special mail outs and miscellaneous clerical work. Training and support will be provided. Please call Mari on 02 9390 5934 or email us at fundraising@sydneycatholic.org to obtain an Information Pack.
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Events & Parish Liaison Manager, Catholic Youth Services
The Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney is seeking applications for the role of Events & Parish Liaison Manager, Catholic Youth Services. This is a full time position and is based at Homebush West. Applications to Anthony Spata by email at anthony.spata@sydneycatholic.org. Applications close 19 September 2010. Enquiries: 02 9390 5317. Further details about this position are available at www.catholicjobsonline.com.au.
Music Administrator, St Mary’s Cathedral
The Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney is seeking applications for the role of Music Administrator, St Mary’s Cathedral. This is a full time position and is based at St Mary’s Cathedral, Sydney. Applications to Anthony Spata by email at anthony.spata@sydneycatholic.org. Applications close 19 September 2010. Enquiries: 02 9390 5317. Further details about this position are available at www.catholicjobsonline.com.au.
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Catalyst for Renewal holds its next Reflection Morning
Saturday 4 September 9.30am-12.30pm
St Mary’s Parish Hall
3 Mary St (cnr Gladesville Rd) Hunters Hill
led by Fr Chris Gleeson SJ.
From Ignatian Spirituality he will lead us with input and personal reflection time in the beautiful grounds of the Marist Priests at Hunters Hill.
I guarantee you a refreshing, peace filled few hours out of our hurried, harried, busy lives.
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Celebrate Mary MacKillop's legacy of helping those in need
SOUNDS OF PERU Concert of Andean, Coastal and afro Peruvian music by local groups 'Pukara' and 'Serenata Criolla'
SOUNDS OF PERU Concert of Andean, Coastal and afro Peruvian music by local groups 'Pukara' and 'Serenata Criolla'
Saturday 4 September at 7pm
Isabel Menton Theatre (Auditorium) 7-11 Mount Street, North Sydney
Tickets $20 - Ethica Fair Trade producs for sale - Food & Drinks available
RSVP before 30 August 2010 ph: 8912 2716 or sales.ethica@sosj.org.au
All funds raised will help our projects in Peru
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St Aloysius Gonzaga Parish at Cronulla is hosting a Men Alive Retreat weekend on the 11th and 12th September 2010 at the Cronulla Parish.
The Men Alive Retreat team have been very much involved in reaching out to men in Parishes across Australia, helping them grow in faith and so become more involved in Parish life. They now have 6 years experience. They are approved by the Archdiocese of Sydney and have already conducted successful retreats in Sydney.
Contact Fr Andrew Benton on 8522 0300
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Tuesday 14 & Wednesday 15th September 9.30am to 3.30pm
Free training course for interested people over 2 days at the Juliana Village, Miranda. The Mater Hospital hs a volunteer program called LINKage, which trains and supports community volunteers to visit an elederly person living in a nurseing home, hostel or retirement village in their local area.
Please call Judith & Vanessa on 9923 7299 or email linkage@matersydney.com.au for more information.
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Thursday 26th August and Saturday 18th September 10.00am - 12.00pm
FREE Suicide Prevention Education Seminar
Engadine Community Services has recognised a need to actively address suicide prevention in our community, how to support others with suicidal intentions and to reduce the stigma
associated with suicide.
associated with suicide.
FREE seminar facilitated by Wesley Mission, Lifeforce at 1034-1036 Old Princess Highway, Engadine.
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Wednesday 22 September at 6.00pm Information Evening
The Institute of Counselling - Counselling Courses 2011
Graduate Diploma of Counselling
Graduate Diploma of Counselling (Drug & Alcohol)
Master of Counselling (Child & Adolescent)
All courses are held at The Australian Catholic University Strathfield Campus Higher Education Accredited - Fee-Help Available
Please visit our website at www.institutecounselling.nsw.edu.au
To register email admin@institutecounselling.org.au or phone (02) 9746 8800
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MACKILLOP the new Australian musical will premiere in Sydney & Melbourne this October as part of the Canonisation celebrations. The production features a cast & orchestra of 100+ people with opera singer Joanne Cole as Mary. 100% of profits are going to the Canonisation Appel. SYDNEY Performances (Symour Centre) October 1,2,5,7,8,9 (7.30pm) and October 2 & 9 (3pm). TICKETS $35 EACH (GROUPS OF 7+), $40 CONC, $45 ADULTS, $120 FAMILY.
www.mackilloptickets.org or Ph. 0424 648 034.
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SEMINARY ENQUIRY DAY – Sunday, 12 September 2010. The Seminary of the Good Shepherd is hosting an open day for those who are open – even if just remotely – to a possible calling to the Priesthood. It begins with Mass at 9.30 am and includes time for prayer, talks, information about the studies required of men training for the Priesthood, a guided tour of the Seminary and the Catholic Institute of Sydney and concludes with Benediction at 6.00 pm. Enquiries or to register: 9390 5970 or vocations@sydneycatholic.org Come and go to any part of the day as you like (a copy of the program can be downloaded from www.vocationcentre.org.au in the section “Important Dates”). Registration is essential for catering. No strings attached to those who are curious.
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Bishop Julian Porteous Book Launch. At the Mustard Seed Bookshop, Lidcombe – 14 September, 7.30pm. Please join us as Bishop Anthony Fisher launches the latest book by Bishop Julian Porteous, A New Wine & Fresh Skins. Bishop Julian’s book explores the development of the new Ecclesial Movements in the Church. Supper is provided. RSVP to Maree on 02 9646 9010
Bishop Julian Porteous Book Launch. At the Mustard Seed Bookshop, Lidcombe – 14 September, 7.30pm. Please join us as Bishop Anthony Fisher launches the latest book by Bishop Julian Porteous, A New Wine & Fresh Skins. Bishop Julian’s book explores the development of the new Ecclesial Movements in the Church. Supper is provided. RSVP to Maree on 02 9646 9010
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“Looking For Mary” – Video Competition. Take up your cameras and get creative! Callingallyouthaged 16 to 35 to find Mary MacKillop in their day to day lives with a 2–3 min video. Entries close 20 September 2010. 1st prize is $5,000. Find out more at www.xt3.com/marymackillop .
“Looking For Mary” – Video Competition. Take up your cameras and get creative! Callingallyouthaged 16 to 35 to find Mary MacKillop in their day to day lives with a 2–3 min video. Entries close 20 September 2010. 1st prize is $5,000. Find out more at www.xt3.com/marymackillop .
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Would you like to help refugee children? - Here is your opportunity! This is your last chance to join SPARK in 2010 to help support refugeechildren in schools!
SPARK (St Vincent de Paul Society Assisting Refugee Kids)provides refugee children and their families with community, educational and social support through primary schools. The program runs every school term at 12 schools in Parramatta, Wentworthville, Auburn, Pendle Hill, Regents Park, Granville, Guildford, Old Guildford, and Girraween.
SPARK is currently recruiting and training volunteers from high schools, universities and the local community to assist with the Bright Sparks program. Bright Sparks isa homework and activities club for Kindy - Year 6 Students, providing homework tutoring and English support. The program is run once a week for 1.5 hours after school from 3 - 4.30pm.
Upcoming FREE training sessions for the program will be held in Parramattaon Friday 1st October and Saturday 9th October.
By volunteering with SPARK you will be part of a very rewarding program that provides much needed assistance to refugee children and their families. No teaching qualifications or experience are required, as training is provided. We are looking for people who are enthusiastic, friendly and patient and who love working with children.
To register your interest or for further information about this rewarding experience please contact 9568 0280 or spark@vinnies.org.au.
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Sunday 10th October 2010 at 1.00pm
Our Lady of Fatima Committee Arcadia would like to invite you to a special event, starting with children re-enacting the story, a procession of the Rosary in five languages, concluding with a Mass followed by lunch and refreshments. Where: Parish Church of St Benedict's Arcadia - Corner Arcadia & Fagans Road, Arcadia.
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Mary MacKillop Canonisation 17 October – Events at St Mary’s Cathedral
All are welcome to attend the events planned at the Cathedral for this day:
· 12pm-5pm: Festival of Faith – a whole host of activities for a family day out hosted by the Knights of the Southern Cross.
· 5pm-6.30pm: Commemorative Feast Day Mass, presided over by Bishop Julian Porteous – streamed live on the web and televised to the nation. Also screened to Cathedral forecourt.
· 7pm-9.30pm: Canonisation Ceremony – Live webcast of the Canonisation ceremony from Rome in Cathedral forecourt. Families welcome. BYO picnic blanket. Sausage sizzle commences at 6.30pm.
For more information see www.sydneycatholic.org/news/Mary_MacKillop/.
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NSW Catholic Charismatic Renewal. Looking for a retreat or to attend a Healing Mass? For further information and registration on the following events organised by the NSW CCR please refer below or contact the CCR on 9810 2499/ ccr8@bigpond.com .
NSW Catholic Charismatic Renewal. Looking for a retreat or to attend a Healing Mass? For further information and registration on the following events organised by the NSW CCR please refer below or contact the CCR on 9810 2499/ ccr8@bigpond.com .
- Healing Mass with Fr Richard McAlear omi followed by ministry with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Contact the CCR on 9810 2499 for dates
and locations.
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Australian Catholic Youth Ministry Convention (ACYMC) 2010, 1 – 3 October 2010. The ACYMC is an opportunity for all those who are engaged in ministry with young people, in the multitude of contexts, approaches and strategies from across Australia, to come together and be formed and nurtured in their ministry. This is an essential formation and networking opportunity for anyone in ministry with young people.The convention will held at St Patrick’s Campus of the Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. Please click on this link http://youthministry.catholic.org.au/images/stories/documents/ACYMC-Information-Pack.pdf for details on the information pack and registration.
Australian Catholic Youth Ministry Convention (ACYMC) 2010, 1 – 3 October 2010. The ACYMC is an opportunity for all those who are engaged in ministry with young people, in the multitude of contexts, approaches and strategies from across Australia, to come together and be formed and nurtured in their ministry. This is an essential formation and networking opportunity for anyone in ministry with young people.The convention will held at St Patrick’s Campus of the Australian Catholic University in Melbourne. Please click on this link http://youthministry.catholic.org.au/images/stories/documents/ACYMC-Information-Pack.pdf for details on the information pack and registration.
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RCIA National Conference. The National RCIA conference will be held from 07–10 October 2010 in Glenelg. The theme is RCIA in parish life. For further information and registration contact 08 8416 8477 or visit www.adelaide.catholic.org.au/sites/OfficeforWorship . Registrations aredue by 24 September 2010.
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Young Men Of God Conference: 15-17 October 2010. The Young Men of God Movement presents the Young Men Rise Up 2010 Conference. Drawing Catholic men from around Australia for a powerful weekend of teaching and brotherhood. Inspiring speakers will help take us deeper in our faith journey, to be strengthened in our walk as Christian men in the world today. Featuring John Pridmore, Fr Ken Barker MGL, Karen Doyle, Byron & Francine Pirola, Fr Dave Callaghan MGL and Stephen Kirk. This event could be the difference between a good and a great 2011! Held at The Collaroy Centre, Collaroy Beach. Visit www.ymgmovement.org or call Luke O'Connor on 0437 842 272. Also see attached flyer.
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Reunion OLMC 4 decarde Reunion details Jenny Doran
olmc@hotmail.com for Please contact Gail Wallace for all ticket purchase info.
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We draw your attention to flyers for Silence & Solitude Sundays in the foyer of the church. These mornings of reflection held the 3rd Sunday of every month at the Seminary of the Good Shepherd, Homebush, for young men interested in the Catholic Priesthood. Mornings include a spiritual conference by the Spiritual Directory of the Seminary, Adoration of the Blessed Eucharist and lunch. If you know a young man who you thnk may be interested, please give him a flyer!
or contact Elizabeth on (02) 9390 5937.
or contact Elizabeth on (02) 9390 5937.
Tickets are now on sale for MacKillop, the new Australian musical
starring a cast of 80 including renowned opera singer Joanna Cole as Mary
MacKillop. Performances will be held in October in Sydney (1-9 Oct) and
Melbourne (23-24 Oct). To ensure every parish has a chance to purchase
tickets, there is an exclusive Parish Pre-Sale from August 1-17. We
strongly advise you to purchase tickets before August 17 as all tickets will
then go on sale to the general public.
starring a cast of 80 including renowned opera singer Joanna Cole as Mary
MacKillop. Performances will be held in October in Sydney (1-9 Oct) and
Melbourne (23-24 Oct). To ensure every parish has a chance to purchase
tickets, there is an exclusive Parish Pre-Sale from August 1-17. We
strongly advise you to purchase tickets before August 17 as all tickets will
then go on sale to the general public.
Tickets are available from $35 (for groups of 7+) thru www.mackillop.info <http://www.mackillop.info/>
A weekend away for married couples in peaceful, picturesque surroundings – away from the distractions of everyday living. 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!
Remaining - 2010 Weekend Dates
22 - 24 October (NSW)
Venue for Weekends: NSW - Winbourne - Edmund Rice Retreat Centre, Mulgoa (Outer Western Sydney)
For bookings/details contact:
NSW - Ardell & Bill Sharpe tel. 02 4283 3435 or wsharpe@bigpond.net.au
website: www.wwme.org.au
With so many pressures on couples and families, the need for marriage enrichment is higher than ever. Celebrate Love is a formation experience for couples designed to rejuvenate their relationship, enliven their sacramental awareness and empower them for ministry. Participants are invited to train as marriage mentors in Embrace - a parish-based, marriage preparation course that is a wonderful way for them to consolidate their learning from Celebrate Love and share their wisdom with the next generation of couples.
More information about both courses can be found at the websites: www.celebratelove.com.au | www.embrace.org.au
Bosco YC Father and Son Camp
our 33rd Anniversary Camp
Date - 29th, 30th, 31st October 2010
For more information go to the website