There are six venues of pokies. Last year $18.3 million was poured into these machines, that is $50,137.00 each of the 365 days according to latest government figures.
POKER MACHINES IN SUNBURY
There are six venues of pokies. Last year $18.3 million was poured into these machines, that is $50,137.00 each of the 365 days according to latest government figures.
ARE YOU PLANNING A WEDDING?
Do you want to know more about your fertility? We can help you learn the Billings Ovulation Method.
Contact 1800 335 860 for a free information booklet.
SOUTHERN STARS SOCIAL CLUB
A club for single Catholics 25 to 50 age group.
New members welcome.
Enquiries: Peter 9885 2167 or email sssc.online@gmail.com
MASS FOR THE FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION, CAITLIN’S BAPTISM & MACKILLOP CROSS
Here are some photos from the Feast of the Assumption Saturday Night 14 August in St Anne’s Church with the Baptism of Caitlin and the presence of the Mary MacKillop Cross.
RUPERTSWOOD CRICKET CLUB INC.
REGISTRATION DAY
U12’S, 14’S, 16’S and Seniors
New players and girls welcome.
Sat 21 August 2010 9.00am to 11.00am at the Clubrooms Rupertswood.
Registration Forms http://rupertswood.cricketvictoria.com.au or email request rupocc@optusnet.com.au
Enquiries: 0413 867 725.
MEGA BOOK SALE
9.30am TO 4.00pm
St Mary’s Community Parish Centre (O’Shanassy St. Sunbury) Thursday 19 August.
PARISH CENTENNIAL BALL
Parish Centennial Ball
Date: Saturday, 9th October 2010
As part of the ongoing Celebrations commemorating the 150th
Anniversary of Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, which was founded in March 1860, and the 100th anniversary of our
parish which was founded in January 1911.
Venue: Calabria Club (Uniting Lane, Bulla)
Time: 6.30pm – 11.30pm
Tickets Cost: $55 (per person) Seating Tables of 12
Includes: 5 Course Meal (Wine-Beer-Soft Drinks-Tea-Coffee)
Old Time Dance Music -by Scott Trigg
Dress:Formal-Evening Wear
No of Tickets –_____________________________________________
Name/s of guest/s____________________________________________________________
I would like to sit with: (optional)________________________________________________
I would like a vegetarian meal:_______________________________________
Contact: Eileen Cardillo – 54285354 or Sheila Stafford – 97409966
Tracie Holden – 9740 – 0679 or tracieholden@clearcentral.com.au
A copy of this can be downloaded here.
MACKILLOP
Tickets on sale now for MacKillop, the new Australian musical to be staged as part of the Canonisation celebrations.
Performances will be held in Melbourne 23-24 October at Besen Centre.
To ensure every parish has an opportunity to purchase tickets there is an exclusive Parish Pre-Sale from August 1-17.
If you wish to purchase tickets we strongly advise you do so before 17 August as the production is expected to sell-out.
Tickets available from $35 (for groups of 7+) via the website www.mackillop.info
LAUNCH OF MELBOURNE PILGRIMAGE TO WORLD YOUTH DAY MADRID 2011
The Launch will be on Friday 20 August at St Brigid’s Parish, Nicholson St. Fitzroy North from 7.00pm (Songs of Praise) 7.30pm Mass with Archbishop; 8.30pm Spanish Fiesta with food, music and dancing in St Brigid’s Hall.
Free event.
RSVP 13 August to wyd2011@cam.org.au or 9412 3300.
Enter draw for 3 x grants for airfares.
THE SUNBURY BRIDGE CLUB
The Sunbury Bridge Club plays duplicate bridge every Wednesday evening from 7.00pm to 10.00pm. They meet at Rainbow Court (off Timmins St.) Sunbury. Newcomers and visitors are welcome to join us, but please ring the President, Ben Ogle, beforehand on 9740 8852.
Free Beginners Lessons
Free beginners lessons commence in September. Pre-registration is essential for planning purposes. Contact Ben Ogle to express interest.
This will be our only beginner’s course this year……Fr Bert Fulbrook sdb
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
Mary MacKillop Canonisation Appeal
This weekend will be the final collection for the Mary MacKillop Canonisation Appeal. Proceeds raised will go towards involving the Sisters of St Joseph in the Canonisation ceremony in Rome, along with the inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representatives and a youth contingent from across all dioceses. The proceeds will also assist in providing all Australians access to the coverage of the ceremony whether it be via telecast or web-streaming.
Next Weekend
National Day for Migrants and Refugees
A GLIMPSE OF THE LIFE AND SPIRITUALITY OF MARY MACKILLOP
In preparation for the canonisation of Mary MacKillop on 17 October 2010, Mary Help of Christians’ Church, 95 Railway St. Altona will host a series of four sessions on the life and spirituality of Mary MacKillop.
Session 1: Wed 21.07.2010—An Introduction to Mary MacKillop. Facilitator: Sr Yvonne Harte rsj.
Daytime session: 1.30pm to 3.00pm.
Evening session: 7.00pm to 8.30pm (repeated).
RSVP St Mary’s Parish on 9398 2964 or email smpresal@bigpond.net.au if you plan to attend any of the sessions.
Further details next week or see noticeboard St Anne’s Church.
LIFE, MARRIAGE & FAMILY
Are you celebrating your 25th, 40th, 50th or 60th-70th wedding anniversary this year?
The Life, Marriage & Family Office invite you and your families to join us at the Annual Anniversary Mass.
The Mass will be celebrated at St Patrick’s Cathedral on Sunday 22 August at 11.00am by Archbishop Denis Hart.
Couples who register will receive commemorative certificates and packs.
To register contact the Life, Marriage & Family Office on 9287 5579 or lmf@cam.org.au.
Alternatively register online at: www.lmf.cam.org.au
Registrations close on Friday 13 August.
NEWS FROM THE ARCHBISHOP
Archbishop Hart has appointed Fr Kevin as our priest for another six years.
ANNUAL PRIESTLY JUBILEE CELEBRATION
Last Monday, 97 Victorian priests ordained from Corpus Christi College met in Moonee Ponds and celebrated the Diamond (ordained in 1950) the Golden (ordained in 1960) and Silver (ordained in 1985) Jubilees.
The Diamond Jubilarians all retired from active ministry are Fr. Chris Baker, Fr. Des Cameron, Archbishop Len Faulkner, Fr. John Griffin, Fr. Ron Merrick and Monsignor Jim Murray.
The Golden Jubilarians are Fathers Frank Arnold (P.P. Blackburn North) Karmel Borg (Seminary staff) Pat Flanagan (retired) Paul Garland (retired) Eric Hodgens (retired) Bill Jordan (P.P. Flemington & Kensington) Bob Maguire (P.P. South Melbourne) and Barry Moran (P.P. East St Kilda).
The Silver Jubilarians are: Fathers Peter Austin (P.P. Rochester) Brian Carey (P.P. Corryong & Tallangatta) Tony Hill (P.P. Euroa & Nagambie) Julian Langridge (P.P. Healesville & Lilydale) Vincent Le (P.P. Bundoora) Michael O’Connell (P.P. Macleod) Charles Portelli (P.P. Kealba & Keilor Downs) Greg Pritchard (P.P. Chelsea) Wahid Riad (P.P. Bulleen) and Michael Sierakowski (P.P. East Bentleigh).
Nine Jubilarian priests have died and returned to the Father.
There have been 918 priests ordained from Corpus Christi College since 1929. The highest number were ordained in the decades of 1960’s—209 followed by the 1970’s—164. Only 67 were ordained in 1980’s, 49 in 1990’s and 40 in 2000’s.
SPECIAL COLLECTION
The Annual Appeal for the Centacare Catholic Family Services will take place in our parish next weekend.
Centacare has been supporting and caring for families of the Melbourne Archdiocese for 75 years and relies on the support of our Catholic community.
Please give generously so Centacare can continue to support families to deal with the complex issues they face today.
COLLECTABLES APPRAISAL DAY
Collectables Appraisal Day presented by Sunbury Chaplaincy Committee—Sat 31 July 1.00pm to 5.00pm (no appointment needed) Sunbury Uniting Church (cnr Brooke & Barkly Streets). Guest valuers – Vanessa Crew and Adam Truscott http://www.thecollector.com.au $5.00 per item (limit 2 per person). Items to be appraised include art, vintage toys, dolls, teddies, china, pottery, Australiana, sports memorabilia. Enquiries Helen on 9744 3031.
FOR SALE: RELOCATABLE CLASSROOMS AT ST ANNE’S
Expressions of interest are invited for the purchase of any of six classrooms. Please call in at school office or ring 9744 3055 for further information. Classrooms available after September.
CITIZEN ADVOCACY COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT
The Committee wishes to thank parishioners for your great response to be involved in caring for those with intellectual disability. Those who volunteered will be contacted to provide further information and encouragement.
If you know of anyone needing this type of advocacy support or who may be interested in becoming an advocate, please ring David Abela on 9744 7378.
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