News and Announcements

20th October, 2024

20th Sunday after Pentecost

The Synodal Comedy: Act II by Fr John A Perricone -- Courtesy of Crisis Magazine

Fr Tattersall is grateful for continued prayers as his convalescence enters the next phase. He is now on his feet, but wearing a “moon boot” until 22nd November. This entails some continuing restrictions. He would be grateful for assistance if needed, and thanks parishioners for their understanding and support.

Bible Study: Exodus. Bible Study with Father Murphy recommences in November, with sessions taking place on 3 Tuesday nights per month 6pm – 7:30pm in the school hall starting 12th November. We will study the book of Exodus, covering themes of liberation from sin, the prefiguring of Christ, the Church and the Sacraments. More details in the poster in the back of the church. Those wanting to attend and be on the mailing list, please contact Fr Murphy by email.

Forthcoming events:
• Christus Rex Pilgrimage (25th – 27th October). The concluding Mass of the Pilgrimage is at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Bendigo, next Sunday at 3 pm.
• All Saints’ Day (Friday, 1st November): Masses at 7 am, 8 am, 10 am (all Low), and 7 pm (Solemn).
• All Souls’ Day (Saturday, 2nd November): Low Mass at 8 am, 8.45 am (series of three consecutive Masses), and 11 am (Solemn).
• Sunday, 10th November: Parish support and registration – brief talk after each Mass.
• Forty Hours’ Devotion: Friday 15th – Sunday 17th November. More details soon.

Feast of Christ the King in the Newman Parish: the act of Dedication of the Human Race to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, will be prayed at the conclusion of each Mass next Sunday. This carries a Plenary Indulgence under the usual conditions. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will be celebrated immediately after the Solemn Mass of Christ the King.

November Masses: In November, the month of the Holy Souls, we especially pray for the Faithful departed. Above all, we have the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass offered for their eternal repose. For this purpose, November envelopes are now available. The minimum stipend for one November Mass (by Archdiocesan law) is $20. Put the names of the deceased you wish to be remembered on the envelopes provided and place them in either Sunday collection. General Mass intention envelopes are also available in the vestibule, to arrange for Mass to be offered for any other intention.

Adult catechesis: Fr Tattersall will resume fortnightly catechesis for adults on Wednesday, 13th November (7.00 – 8.00 pm). All are welcome and no registration is necessary. The course is held at Maryvale.

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