News in Brief 119
SPIRIT ALIVE! DIOCESAN MINISTRY FESTIVAL – SAVE THE DATE!
You are invited to join the Diocese on Saturday, 26 May 2012 at John Therry Catholic High School, Rosemeadow to celebrate the many gifts and opportunities we have to participate in the life of the Church. This festival day with rides for the kids, 100+ stalls, music, keynotes, showcases and a whole array of food from the many cultures in our Diocese, promises to be a wonderful witness to the life and vitality that exists within our Catholic community. So save the date in your calendars now! If you would like to participate on the day with a food stall, music or a stall showcasing your ministry, contact Darren McDowell on 4253 0985 or darren.mcdowell@woll.catholic.org.au
VOCATION TO THE PRIESTHOOD.
Have you ever thought about becoming a priest? For help in discerning whether this is for you, visit dow.org.au/priesthood or contact priesthood@dow.org.au
MINISTRY TRAINING.
Training for the ministries of Acolyte, Adult Server and Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion will be led by Bishop Peter Ingham, Fr Sean Cullen, Paul Mason and Noel Meddows on Saturday 10 March, 10.00am – 2.30pm at St Michael’s Parish Hall, North St, Nowra. This training is intended for all who are interested in taking up a liturgical ministry for the first time, as well as those current ministers looking to renew their commitment. Bishop Peter Ingham will institute and commission ministers in regional celebrations during in June. Contact the parish office for an application form. Please RSVP to Helen Bennett on 4253 0934 or email helen.bennett@woll.catholic.org.au by Monday, 5 March. Morning tea provided. PLEASE BYO LUNCH.
GIFTEDNESS CORNER – SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT.
In living a Stewardship way of life we grow in trust that God will bless us with the necessary gifts to respond to the unexpected. Look out for the mountaintop experiences when God seems closer than normal. These are the times of great blessings when we strengthen our sense of gratitude and openness to be more generous.
Gospel Reflections
- Gift of God’s presence and a listening ear
- Gift of the transformative nature of prayer
- Gift of the guidance of the Spirit
“ALWAYS BE JOYFUL IN THE LORD” –
head to St Francis Xavier Cathedral, Harbour Street, Wollongong on Sunday, 25 March at 5.00pm and celebrate World Youth Day 2012 with young people from across our Diocese as we begin our journey to Rio, Brazil for the next gathering of young people from around the world in July 2013. For more information contact Loretta on 4253 0809 or at youth@dow.org.au.
SENIORS’ WEEK 18-25 MARCH 2012.
Who are the seniors in your family and in your parish? Seniors are acknowledged by our community to be anyone over 65 years of age. Some of our seniors are living longer, healthier and more fulfilled lives while others may have a disability, may be frail, isolated and lonely. This week can be a time for us as a Parish community to find ways to acknowledge, celebrate, value and support the lives of our seniors. For further information on supporting our seniors contact Carmen Karauda, Diocesan Aged Care Advocate on 4640 8515 or carmen.karuda@catholiccare.woll.catholic.org.au
LENTEN CONCERT.
Experience The Journey on Sunday, 18 March 2012 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, 193 St Andrews Road, Varroville from 3.00pm – 5.00pm. Admission: Adults $15; Pensioner/Concession $10; Child $8, Family $40 and APMN Members: $10. Includes refreshments, tea, coffee and snacks at intermission. For bookings contact Connie on 0426 541 628 or email lentenjourney@hotmail.com
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
– a weekend for married couples from Friday, 23 March to Sunday 25 March at Douglas Park. Bookings (02) 4283 3435 or email wsharpe@bigpond.net.au . For more information visit www.wwme.org.au
You are invited to join the Diocese on Saturday, 26 May 2012 at John Therry Catholic High School, Rosemeadow to celebrate the many gifts and opportunities we have to participate in the life of the Church. This festival day with rides for the kids, 100+ stalls, music, keynotes, showcases and a whole array of food from the many cultures in our Diocese, promises to be a wonderful witness to the life and vitality that exists within our Catholic community. So save the date in your calendars now! If you would like to participate on the day with a food stall, music or a stall showcasing your ministry, contact Darren McDowell on 4253 0985 or darren.mcdowell@woll.catholic.org.au
VOCATION TO THE PRIESTHOOD.
Have you ever thought about becoming a priest? For help in discerning whether this is for you, visit dow.org.au/priesthood or contact priesthood@dow.org.au
MINISTRY TRAINING.
Training for the ministries of Acolyte, Adult Server and Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion will be led by Bishop Peter Ingham, Fr Sean Cullen, Paul Mason and Noel Meddows on Saturday 10 March, 10.00am – 2.30pm at St Michael’s Parish Hall, North St, Nowra. This training is intended for all who are interested in taking up a liturgical ministry for the first time, as well as those current ministers looking to renew their commitment. Bishop Peter Ingham will institute and commission ministers in regional celebrations during in June. Contact the parish office for an application form. Please RSVP to Helen Bennett on 4253 0934 or email helen.bennett@woll.catholic.org.au by Monday, 5 March. Morning tea provided. PLEASE BYO LUNCH.
GIFTEDNESS CORNER – SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT.
In living a Stewardship way of life we grow in trust that God will bless us with the necessary gifts to respond to the unexpected. Look out for the mountaintop experiences when God seems closer than normal. These are the times of great blessings when we strengthen our sense of gratitude and openness to be more generous.
Gospel Reflections
- Gift of God’s presence and a listening ear
- Gift of the transformative nature of prayer
- Gift of the guidance of the Spirit
“ALWAYS BE JOYFUL IN THE LORD” –
head to St Francis Xavier Cathedral, Harbour Street, Wollongong on Sunday, 25 March at 5.00pm and celebrate World Youth Day 2012 with young people from across our Diocese as we begin our journey to Rio, Brazil for the next gathering of young people from around the world in July 2013. For more information contact Loretta on 4253 0809 or at youth@dow.org.au.
SENIORS’ WEEK 18-25 MARCH 2012.
Who are the seniors in your family and in your parish? Seniors are acknowledged by our community to be anyone over 65 years of age. Some of our seniors are living longer, healthier and more fulfilled lives while others may have a disability, may be frail, isolated and lonely. This week can be a time for us as a Parish community to find ways to acknowledge, celebrate, value and support the lives of our seniors. For further information on supporting our seniors contact Carmen Karauda, Diocesan Aged Care Advocate on 4640 8515 or carmen.karuda@catholiccare.woll.catholic.org.au
LENTEN CONCERT.
Experience The Journey on Sunday, 18 March 2012 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, 193 St Andrews Road, Varroville from 3.00pm – 5.00pm. Admission: Adults $15; Pensioner/Concession $10; Child $8, Family $40 and APMN Members: $10. Includes refreshments, tea, coffee and snacks at intermission. For bookings contact Connie on 0426 541 628 or email lentenjourney@hotmail.com
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
– a weekend for married couples from Friday, 23 March to Sunday 25 March at Douglas Park. Bookings (02) 4283 3435 or email wsharpe@bigpond.net.au . For more information visit www.wwme.org.au
