CHRISTMAS CAROLS SERVICE ON THE VILLAGE GREEN
Carols will be held this evening 12 December at 7.30pm, organised by the Churches of Sunbury. Among the school choirs assisting with the music are Salesian College and St Anne’s. BYO chair. Candles available.
CHRISTMAS NOVENA
The Novena begins 17 December. The Advent focus shifts to the Christian story and Blessed Virgin Mary. These days are to prepare more directly for the Lord’s birth. This is the best time to hold Carol Services and to begin to sing Christmas Carols in the liturgy…….Liturgical Commission—Brisbane 2010.
KNIGHTS OF THE SOUTHERN CROSS CHRISTMAS
SALESIAN COLLEGE COUNCIL
Fr. Phillip Gleeson sdb., a former teacher at Salesian College, has been appointed chairperson of the College Council.
SPECIAL COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY ANNUAL CHRISTMAS APPEAL: HELP MAKE CHRISTMAS BETTER FOR THOSE IN NEED!
ST MARY MACKILLOP PILGRIMAGES TO SYDNEY & PENOLA
Two pilgrimages have been organised for 2011
(1) A 6 night pilgrimage to Sydney from 19-25 May.
(2) A 3 night pilgrimage from Bacchus Marsh to Hamilton, Portland & Penola from 9—12 September.
Pilgrimages will depend on the number of people interested.
To register your interest contact Sr Mary Fermio on 53 672 078, email mary.fermio@sosj.org.au before Christmas.
Further details see noticeboard St Anne’s Church.
MASS WITH ANOINTING
This Wednesday 8 December we will celebrate Mass with anointing for the residents at Goonawarra Nursing Home at 3.00pm.
All those who have volunteered at the nursing home throughout the year are invited to come and join us for this special event.
PENITENTIAL SERVICE
A Penitential Service will be held on Wednesday 15 December at 7.30pm St Anne’s Church.
Come along and participate in this meaningful celebration in preparation for Christmas.
THANK YOU
We would like to express our deepest thanks to all members of the parish community for your prayers and support during the time of John’s illness and recent death. We would also like to extend a special thank you to those who attended the Mass, sang or helped in any way in the hall that afternoon. It was a wonderful example of our faith in action. Our family has been overwhelmed with flowers, cards, visits and calls. You cannot underestimate how much this has helped us as we grieve our dearly loved husband and father John.
Sincerely…….Therese, Stephen, Jacqui & Chris, Nicole & Matt, Mark and David Arthurson
THE JESSE TREE
The Jesse Tree comes right out of a classic Advent passage from the prophet Isaiah:
‘A shoot will sprout from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a branch will bear fruit’ (Isaiah 11:1).
The Jesse Tree is hung with ornaments representing Old Testament people and events, and lead up to Jesus. The traditional symbols hung on the tree are based on the genealogy of Jesus as recounted by the first chapter of the Gospel of St Matthew.
NEW FENCE AT OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL
As indicated in our newsletter of 12.09.2010, the new fence is now being installed. The gates will be open from 8.30am to 9.00am and 3.00pm to 3.30pm. All entry is through the school office for the safety of our children and the security of our property. The entry for morning Mass will be the gate in front of the Presbytery.
SEXUAL AND OTHER ABUSE: MELBOURNE CHURCH RESPONSE
A new brochure with updated information on the dealing of complaints, counseling and support is available today at the Welcome Desk.
LAITY ENDORSE MARRIAGE
A number of Catholics wish to collect a petition to be forwarded to the local Federal Member of Parliament. The words of the petition were agreed by the bishops as:
‘As a parishioner of ………………(within your electorate) please consider my position on the meaning of marriage. Given the variety of domestic arrangements available in Australia, I request that you protect the unique institution of marriage as traditionally understood and actually lived as the complementary love between a man and a woman’.
Please forward before 22 December or sign a copy of the petition at the Welcome Desk.
‘BACK ON TRACK’ FREE CONCERT IN SUPPORT OF BUSHFIRE AFFECTED COMMUNITIES
‘Back on Track’, the drought is over
This is a free community concert from midday until 9.00pm on Sat 11 December at the Whittlesea Showgrounds. The concert is a family friendly, strictly drug and alcohol free event. Everyone is welcome so come along and show your support for the bushfire affected communities.
MORNING TEA
The Parish Coordinating Team is looking at reintroducing morning teas after Mass on a more regular basis as a way of keeping up social ties within the parish community. This was a suggestion from parishioners at the last parish assembly. As an initial start morning tea will be held in the foyer of St Anne’s Church after 8.30am Mass and before 10.30am Mass on Sunday 12 December so stay late or come early for a cuppa and chat!
Suggestions or queries to Julie—9740 3590 or Mary 9744 1049.
CHURCH CENSUS
As we enter our Centenary Year and as many parishioners arrive or change address, we will conduct a quick census at all Masses next Sunday.
FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY, ROSA MYSTICA
Rosary and Prayers on Wed 8 December for one hour (12.00— to 1.00pm) at St Anne’s Church.
All welcome!
EVERGREENS—CHRISTMAS LUNCH
Tuesday 7th December at Sunbury Football Club, Riddell Road.
Cost $25.00 pay on day.
Bookings essential—Frances 9744 1999.
Before lunch, Mass shall be celebrated at 11.30pm in St Anne’s Church.
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