Hello from Father Michael and the Parish Office
Let us not be content to admire the beautiful stones of the temple, while failing to recognise God’s true temple, the human person, especially the poor, in whose face, in whose wounds, we encounter Jesus.
Pope Francis, on Twitter.
Liturgy arrangements during the Clergy Retreat
There will be Liturgy of the Word with Eucharist from Tuesday to Friday (inclusive) this week, led by Deacon Vince Barclay. The Liturgies will be held at the usual weekday Mass times.
The exemption from Sunday Mass attendance will end this week
The obligation to attend Mass will resume as of the First Sunday of Advent (26-27 November). The obligation will not apply if you have serious health concerns or are physically or morally prevented from attending. Nor does it apply if you are feeling unwell, have cold or flu symptoms, or if you believe you pose a risk to the health of others.
Second Rite of Reconciliation is on Wednesday, 14 December, at 6pm
The Second Rite will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church, Pearce, to allow us to make a proper preparation for Christmas.
Father Michael's talk on the Message of Fatima is on Monday, 21 November, at 7pm
As the second millennium gave way to the third, Pope John Paul II decided to publish the text of the third part of the secret of Fatima. Father Michael will give a talk on this message, and what it means for us, at St John Vianney Church. Please note that this is about the Message, not about Father's recent pilgrimage to Fatima.
The Parish Christmas Party will be on Friday, 2 December, at 6.30pm
The venue is the St John Vianney school hall. Parishioners are asked to bring a salad or dessert: everything else will be covered. To plan for catering, please put your name on the sign-up sheet in the foyer of either church, identifying how many are coming (please count children over 12 as adults), and what you're bringing.
St Vincent de Paul Society Christmas Gift Tree at St Jude Church (until 11 December)
The tree is in the foyer of St Jude Church. It has gift tags for age-specific categories, and the Society asks for your generosity in donating gifts for those in need. You don't have to wrap the gift.
The Parish Funeral Booklet Planning Kit is now available
Display copies are in the foyer of each church, and kits are supplied on demand. If you'd like a copy, please put your name on the sign-up sheet in the foyer or email the Office (westoncreek@cg.org.au). Please identify whether you'd like to pick up a hard copy from the church you nominate, receive the kit by email, or pick up the kit on a USB from the church you nominate.