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5 November 2015
Edition #56
2015 LIFELINK CHRISTMAS APPEAL - Good Samaritan calls us to love the other in same way as we have been loved by God By Jamie O’Brien ‘CHRISTMAS is a time to offer the gifts of hope, compassion and mercy to people in need’, was the message proclaimed at the launch of the 2015 Archbishop’s Christmas Appeal. Some 150 priests and parish representatives from across the Archdiocese last week came together at St Mary’s Cathedral as part of the liturgical service and launch of the appeal, presided over by Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton. Those present for the occasion were given the opportunity to listen to a number of speeches and readings - including the proclamation of a verse from The Church in the Modern World (Pontifical Council for Social Communications), a reading from St Luke’s Gospel about the Good Samaritan, and a video presentation of a General Audience with Pope Francis. Marina Re, CEO of Identitywa, an agency organisation of LifeLink, spoke about the work of the disability care provider, telling the story of five-year-old Sadie and her family and how the support they have gained from Identitywa has changed their lives. Respite, explained Ms Re recalling the words of Sadie’s mother Lynley - has been invaluable. “While it is an emotional test for every family member, the rewards cannot be measured,”
‘Christmas is a time to offer the gifts of hope, compassion and mercy to people in need’, was the message proclaimed at the launch of the 2015 Archbishop’s Christmas Appeal. Some 150 priests and parish representatives from across the Archdiocese last week came together at St Mary’s Cathedral as part of the liturgical service and launch of the appeal, presided over by Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton. PHOTO: RON TAN
Ms Re continued, in her own words. “For Sadie, it has built her independence and resilience and is enabling her to socialise in ways that her mother says the family could never do. “I know this because Lynley has told us the staff love telling her stories of what Sadie gets up to – apparently she’s a bit of a cheeky monkey!” Ms Re said. Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton then went on to speak about the Gospel reading of the story of the Good Samaritan from St Luke - and the call we have received as Christians to love the other in the same way that we have been loved
by God. “The compassion of the Father for humanity urged Him to send His son to lift us up to new life,” said Bishop Don. “The Samaritan was moved to the same level of compassion, we are told by Jesus. In other words, he is moved to feel as God feels. The compassion stirred up within him was divine compassion.” Bishop Don went on to explain that God’s love for humanity was able to be seen and felt. LifeLink agencies collectively touch the lives of more than 31,000 people in need each year through the provision of accommodation,
food, clothing, financial assistance with electricity and gas accounts, and the protection of women and children escaping domestic violence and abuse. In this year’s Christmas LifeLink Appeal, the Archbishop is setting a target of $700,000 so as to help fund agencies in being able to meet the needs of those who knock on the doors of Archdiocesan agencies. The 2015 LifeLink Christmas Appeal will be officially launched in parishes on 14 and 15 November. To donate to LifeLink, go to www.lifelink.com.au.
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Spirit of service leads two schools to new heights, great ideas By Jamie O’Brien THE OUTSTANDING support and positive participation in LifeLink Day has seen Our Lady’s Assumption Primary School Dianella and Trinity College East Perth being named as the recipients of the 2014 Archbishop’s Spirit Award. Since LifeLink Day was first established in 1999, one school has traditionally been selected each year to receive a special acknowledgement and token of appreciation – namely the Archbishop’s Spirit Award. The Archbishop’s Spirit Award is not awarded on the basis of how much money is raised but presented to the school that shows outstanding support for, and positive participation in, LifeLink Day – this year held on Wednesday, 3 June. It is awarded to the school which comprehensively demonstrates active support for the Archbishop’s LifeLink Day initiative, embraces the goals of LifeLink Day, that is, to not only learn about the Church’s response to people in need within the Archdiocese but to also undertake some form of fundraising in support of the social service agencies funded through LifeLink; commits to educating students on their responsibility to care for those
less fortunate in the community and promotes an ethos of caring and compassion to students, teachers, parents and the wider community - that we all have a responsibility to show love and compassion, not just on LifeLink Day but every day. In congratulating Our Lady’s Assumption Dianella, Archbishop Costelloe said the school should take great pride in the knowledge the fundraising concept has been transformed into the ‘Link up on LifeLink Day’ which was launched in primary schools across the Archdiocese this year. Our Lady’s Assumption
Trinity College Principal Ivan Banks with students, Nick Moulton and Alex Ishida-Livings, and Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton, who presented students with a plaque on Tuesday, 27 October as joint recipients of the 2014 Archbishop’s Spirit Award. PHOTO: RON TAN
Primary School Principal David Barras said the fundraising idea was developed by Mini-Vinnies Co-ordinator Jenni Brown with the idea for students to create a physical paper link, with the intention of providing students with a tangible representation of the LifeLink initiative. “We felt it was important for the students to understand that their fundraising efforts are part of a much broader contribution to support the poor and marginalised in our community,” Mr Barras said. “Our Lady’s Assumption community has really
embraced the appeal and it has become a key activity on our annual community service calendar,” he said. “As Principal, I am absolutely delighted that our school has been recognised by the Archbishop. “We want all our students to see the value in supporting those less fortunate in our community and I believe the Spirit Award promotes an important lesson - that your contribution doesn’t have to be the biggest to make a difference, you just need to contribute.” Full Text available at www.therecord.com.au
Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton with staff and students from Our Lady’s Assumption Primary School Dianella, who were joint recipients of the 2014 Archbishop’s Spirit Award with Trinity College. Bishop Don made a special presentation to OLA staff and students last week, on Thursday, 22 October. PHOTO: RON TAN
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Blessing of the Fleet celebrates faith and culture at the heart of Fremantle
The Blessing of the Fleet once again succeeded in bringing people of diverse cultural backgrounds together in celebration of faith, fishing traditions and the wider Fremantle community. IMAGE: SOURCED
By Marco Ceccarelli SCENES REMINISCENT of processions held in southern Italian villages to honour the saints could be seen through the streets of Fremantle on Sunday, 25 October 2015. The Blessing of the Fleet once again succeeded in bringing people of diverse cultural backgrounds together in celebration of faith, fishing traditions and the wider Fremantle community. Beginning with a morning Mass celebrated by Archbishop Emeritus Barry Hickey under the majestic arches of St Patrick’s Basilica, the event continued with a procession of thousands down to Fremantle’s Fishing Boat Harbour. Groups of men carried two Madonna statues on their shoulders, the Madonna dei Martiri (Our Lady of Martyrs) and Madonna di Capo D’Orlando, before placing the statues on two beautifully adorned boats.
Archbishop Emeritus Hickey then cast his blessing over the fleet, asking the Virgin Mary for a bountiful season and to ensure the safety of fisherman at sea. The procession made its way back to St Patrick’s Basilica, with a brief stopover at the Esplanade for fireworks, while preparations were made for the breathtaking grand fireworks display that sealed an unforgettable day of colour and pageantry at 8pm. Now in its 67th year, this festa (feast) was introduced to Fremantle by Italian migrant fishermen from the town of Molfetta (southern Italian region of Puglia) in 1948 to venerate their patron saint, the Madonna dei Martiri. The Molfettesi were then joined by their Sicilian neighbours from the seaside town of Capo d’Orlando, who introduced their own Madonna to the procession. As one of the biggest and most popular of Italian feasts in Western Australia, the event
is symbolic of the loyalties of Italian migrants in Fremantle, as well as Portuguese and Croatian fishermen affiliated with Fremantle’s fishing industry. The event has built a reputation as being a beautiful opportunity for migrants to remember and pay tribute to their country of origin, while simultaneously celebrating their new home of Fremantle. In an interview with The Sunday Times Social Reporter, Daniele Foti-Cuzzola, the Mayor of Fremantle, Brad Pettit, stated that the Blessing of the Fleet is an event of great importance to Fremantle as “it captures in many ways the heart of Fremantle and its cultural history”. “It’s been going now for over 65 years - when Sicilians came to Fremantle and brought that rich tradition with them. It’s fantastic to see that it goes on from year to year,” he said. Current Founding President of the Blessing of the fleet, John Minutillo, also expressed his
admiration and pride at seeing this event celebrated throughout the decades. The planning of the entire day, he added, did come with a significant effort from those in charge of organisation. “We would have a meeting once a month and then every fortnight as the event date drew closer. Unfortunately, it is very expensive to put on an event on such a scale: for this, we do a lot of fundraising. “We have family nights at the Fremantle Italian Club and also go around houses collecting money; people give us a donation and we give them tickets to a variety night concert where there are local singers such as Tony Pantano. “The night before the event, we usually have The Blessing of the Fleet Ball which attracts a lot of the younger people. We have had more than 500 attendees some years,” he said. Full Text available at www.therecord.com.au 3
Ready for Kick-off: Fr Dat Vuong is the first person to have started the initiative of Walking Soccer in Western Australia, a slower and safer way of playing the beautiful game, in Western Australia. PHOTO: MARCO CECCARELLI
Slower version of the beautiful game strides into Perth By Marco Ceccarelli AS BEDFORD Parish Priest Fr Dat Vuong was watching the FIFA World Cup being played in Brazil last year, he noticed the promotion of a slightly different version of soccer that caught his eye – Walking Soccer. The idea of a soccer game played by people walking around kicking a ball immediately appealed to Fr Dat, who after years of playing for parishes across the Archdiocese had suffered a number of injuries to his feet, ankles and knees. As a version of soccer very similar to the original, Walking Soccer introduces one fundamental rule: any player caught running concedes a free kick to the opposition. The game is safe, enjoyable and especially suited for those recovering from injury, or who simply want to return to
the game they used to play as youngsters. “The concept of walking soccer gave me great comfort and confidence to better manage my injuries without giving up on a sport that I love,” said Fr Dat. “I introduced the walking soccer games with a few priests during a Clergy Retreat in late August and they enjoyed it very much,” he said. Walking Soccer is played on a small, five-to-a-side pitch with slightly modified rules designed to avoid injury. According to www.sportscentral.org.au, the game is both a great way of being active and increases cardiovascular fitness without putting stress on the body. Other physical and mental health benefits include lower heart rate and blood pressure, better oxygen absorption, less
joint related injuries, team work simulation, higher levels of psychological reward and satisfaction and lower levels of stress. The sport has grown quickly in popularity across the United Kingdom and in Geelong, Victoria, with Fr Dat being the first person to introduce Walking Soccer to Western Australia - an achievement he is extremely proud of and one that he hopes will catch on in Perth. “As Parish Priest of St Peter the Apostle Parish in Bedford, I wanted to officially start Walking Soccer here purely on the basis of promoting a low risk form of soccer for all to enjoy. “I believe that if most of us walk 80 per cent of our whole life, then Walking Soccer will be a very attractive avenue for those who thought that playing soccer was impossible.”
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The trend is gradually catching on as parishioners and finance and social committees from the Archdiocese have expressed interested in supporting the initiative. Walking Soccer has also attracted people from different faith backgrounds who enjoy the fellowship and are keen on sharing something in a safe and healthy way. As he left the soccer pitch feeling rejuvenated from an hour of Walking Soccer, Fr Dat had some final words for anyone looking at ways to stay fit without putting their body through too much physical strain: “if you can walk and know how to laugh then you have all the skills you need. There’s no excuse for not getting involved!” Full Text available at www.therecord.com.au
PANORAMA What’s happening around the Archdiocese
THURSDAYS, 5 - 19 NOV THE LOWDOWN ON THE ON-HIGH FOR PARENTS This short, user-friendly online course explores with parents questions of life, faith and meaning. This course can be taken individually or with a group of friends. Presented by Fr Charles Waddell, Thursdays, 5-19 November, from 8-8.30pm. Cost: 3 sessions $20. Further info and to register: Centre for Faith Enrichment, 08 9241 5221, cfe@perthcatholic.org.au, www.cfe.org.au. THURSDAYS, 5 - 26 NOV A QUICK TOUR OF THE NEW TESTAMENT This online course offers an overview of the Scriptures that formed and came out of the very beginnings of the Church. We will come to appreciate the New Testament anew as a vital means of encountering Jesus, who is the same yesterday, today and forever. Presented by Fr Charles Waddell, Thursdays, 5-26 November from 11am-12pm. Cost: 4 sessions $25. Further info and to register: Centre for Faith Enrichment, 08 9241 5221, cfe@ perthcatholic.org.au, www.cfe.org.au. FRIDAY, 6 NOVEMBER Mater Christi Primary School 25th Anniversary We will be celebrating 25 years of Mater Christi history beginning with a 9am Mass in the Mater Christi Church at 340 Yangebup Rd, Yangebup followed by morning tea and a memory walk. We welcome all past staff and community members to join us for this special celebration. Further info: 08 9417 5756; admin@mcps.wa.edu.au.
FRIDAY, 6 - SUNDAY, 8 NOVEMBER Thomas Merton and Contemplative Prayer To celebrate 100 years since Thomas Merton’s birth, the Institute for Benedictine Studies is offering a retreat reflecting on and praying with Merton’s wisdom. Merton’s writings on contemplative prayer appealed to people of all walks of life when they first appeared back in the 1950s and 60s. With their distinctive insistence on the melding of prayer with action in the world, Merton’s words still resonant with the issues of our times and our desires to journey deeply into God. This
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weekend will be led by Dr Carmel Posa SGS. Recommended cost: $260. Further info: Dr Carmel Posa SGS, 08 9654 8371, carmel. posa@newnorcia.wa.edu.au. SATURDAY, 7 NOVEMBER 800 Years Jubilee Celebrations 1216-2016 All are invited to the celebrations which begin throughout the world for the Dominican Order of Friars, Nuns, Sisters and Laity and thousands associated through universities, parishes and schools. This will be in combination with the Year of Mercy. Held at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, Woodlands, for Mass at 6pm to be concelebrated by our Prior Provincial Father Kevin Saunders, OP from Melbourne and parish priest, Father Peter Nguyen, OP, followed by a dinner (for dinner bookings please phone: Mr Kevin Susai, OP 08 9285 0298). Further info: Ms June Ross, OP. june. ross99@gmail.com Quiz Night Fundraiser A Fundraising Quiz Night for the Embrace the Grace Youth Conference will be held at 67 Howe St, Osborne Park at 7pm. Come along for a night of trivia, entertainment and the chance to win great prizes. Tickets $20. Proceeds will subsidise registration fees to enable young people to attend Embrace the Grace. Further info or to register: admin@cym.com.au, 08 9422 7912. Installation Mass of Relics of three Saints The parish of St Anthony at 96 Innamincka Rd, Greenmount, will receive the installation of relics of St Anthony of Padua, St John Paul II and St Mary of the Cross MacKillop on Saturday, 7 November at 6pm by Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB. Spiritual preparation, led by Bishop Justin Bianchini, will begin in the parish with Masses over the weekend of 24/25 October and evening Masses on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 26, 27 and 28 October, commencing at 7pm. WEDNESDAYS, 11 AND 18 NOVEMBER Science says that our thoughts and choices impact our physical brain and body, our mental health and our spiritual development. Based on the meditation
method used by St Ignatius of Loyola in his classic ‘The Spiritual Exercises’, this four week course looks at the benefits of Imaginative Meditation according to Neuroscience. Presented by Norma Woodcock. Held Wednesdays, 11 and 18 November from 7.30pm-8.30pm at St Benedict’s Church, cnr Canning Highway & Ardross St, Ardross. Cost: collection. Further info: 08 9487 1772, norma@normawoodcock.com, www. normawoodcock.com. SATURDAY, 14 NOVEMBER Sisters of the Good Samaritan Rural Outeach Fundraiser A fundraiser afternoon tea will be held at Pater Noster Parish Hall, 460 Marmion St, Myaree, from 2-4.30pm. Entry is by donation to raise funds for this important outreach to rural and remote people. Please come along and bring a friend and enjoy the entertainment, Christmas gifts table, raffles, lucky door prizes and much more and you will be supporting: Boarding and education of Aboriginal Students at Nagle College Geraldton; Motivation programs for primary school attendance; Retreats and programs for rural and remote women and communities. Further info: Penny Carroll 0419 709 437, the. penny.carroll@gmail.com. SUNDAYS, 15 AND 22 NOVEMBER DARK NIGHTS: FOR AN ELITE OR FOR EVERYONE? Dark Night of the Soul? “That’s out of my league” – perhaps a reaction of many people, but should it be? This course explores how authors of today and yesterday help us make sense of this mysterious process where, in being led by a loving God in ‘luminous darkness’, we find our true selves. Held at the Newman Siena Centre, 33 Williamstown Rd, Doubleview, Sundays 15 and 22 November, 2-4pm. Cost: 2 sessions $10. Presented by Fr Tom Ryan SM (live from Brisbane). Further info and to register: Centre for Faith Enrichment, 08 9241 5221, cfe@perthcatholic.org.au, www.cfe.org.au. SATURDAY, 21 NOV SONGS FOR THE JUBILEE YEAR OF MERCY WORKSHOP This workshop will present music
appropriate for celebrations during the Jubilee Year of Mercy, based on the theology of Pope Francis’ encyclical Misericordiae Vultus. To be held at Holy Family Catholic Church, 45 Thelma St, Como, 10.30am–12.30pm. Cost: $10. Futher info and to register: Centre for Liturgy 08 9207 3350, registrations. cfl@perthcatholic.org.au, or download registration form here. SATURDAY, 28 NOV PILGRIMAGE AND REFLECTION DAY IN CHITTERING The Secular Franciscan Order invites all to join them on a Pilgrimage to Chittering to the beautiful bushland setting of Peace Be Still for a reflection day commencing at 10am. There will be three talks presented by Fr Roy Pereira on “A journey in Advent through the scriptures and God’s creation”. Mass at 2.30pm will conclude the day. Further info and to register: Angela 08 9275 5658, 0408 801 215, angelmich@ bigpond.com. THURSDAY, 3 - SATURDAY, 5 DECEMBER Australian Catholic Youth Festival The Australian Catholic Youth Festival is a national gathering of Catholic young people established by the ACBC. Join thousands of young people in Adelaide to experience a deeper relationship with Jesus and be empowered to be disciples in the world today. Young people from Year 9 to young adults 25 years of age are invited. Further info: www.youthfestival. catholic.org.au. MONDAY, 7 DECEMBER Emmanuel Centre’s Christmas Party All are warmly invited to the Emmanuel Centre’s Christmas celebrations from 11am - 2pm. Beginning with our much-loved Christmas carol singing followed by lunch and sharing. Please bring a small plate of finger food to share. RSVP: by 2 December. Further info: Barbara 08 9328 8113, emmanuelcentre@westnet.com.au. WEDNESDAY, 9 - SUNDAY, 13 DECEMBER EMBRACE THE GRACE YOUTH CONFERENCE ‘Embrace the Grace’ (ETG) is a not to be missed annual youth conference on 9-13
December in New Norcia for 16-30 year olds. At ETG you will explore faith and life’s greatest questions through dynamic talks, workshops, music, drama and prayer. There will also be a mini-Olympics and a dinner dance. (If you would like to help with a donation toward sponsorship to assist a young person to attend, please contact CYM). Further info: Catholic Youth Ministry 08 9422 7912, admin@cym. com.au, or register at www.cym.com. au/embracethegrace. SUNDAY, 13 DECEMBER Our Lady, Help of Christians, 80th Anniversary The parish of Our Lady Help of Christians, East Victoria Park invites past community members, together with those who served in the parish and school for a special 80th Anniversary celebration Mass and morning tea, held on Sunday, 13 December, 9.30am, at 43 Camberwell St, East Victoria Park. (Parking near Fraser Park, Balmoral St, East Vic Park). Main celebrant: Most Rev Donald Sproxton, Auxiliary Bishop of Perth. Further info and RSVP by 20 Nov: Dennis 08 9361 5135, denniskelly@live.com.au; Jaya, j.earnest@curtin.edu.au. EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH Chaplets of the Divine Mercy A powerful, prayerful, sung devotion held at St Thomas More Catholic Church, Dean Road Bateman, on the second Wednesday of each month commencing at 7.30 pm. z It will be accompanied by Exposition and followed by Benediction and Annointing. If you have not been before, why don’t you come along and be uplifted? Enquiries to George Lopez on 9310 9493(h) or 6242 0702(w). EVERY FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH Young Adults Cenacle Group The Young Adults Cenacle Group invites young people aged 18-40 to St Bernadette’s Church, Jugan St, Glendalough on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at 8pm. The evening includes a cenacle rosary, followed by a reflection by a visiting priest and fellowship. Any queries phone Viviana on 0413 432 025. EVERY FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Catholic Faith Renewal 7.30pm at St John and Paul’s Parish, Pinetree Gully Road, Willetton. Songs of Praise, sharing by a Priest, Thanksgiving Mass and light refreshments after Mass. All welcome to attend and we encourage
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you to bring your family and friends. Enq: Ann 0412 166 164, Ivan 0428 898 833. EVERY SATURDAY Commencing February 28 at 9am, The Instinct to Heal’ Holistic Health (24 sessions). From 10.30am -1pm, Internalize principles of successful relationships and use emotional intelligence and communication skills. For couples, singles, parents and families. Prayer meetings held every 2nd Thursday. Enq: Eva 0409 405 585 or 9418 1439; rcpd. net.au
GENERAL FRANCISCAN FRIARS MISSION FUNDS The Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate have recently moved their Australian mission to the friary in Toodyay. This being the case, the plan to build a church on the Munster property has been halted indefinitely. Some funds raised for the building chapel were raised through two raffles. All money therefore, that has been raised from the two raffles, will now be used for the upkeep for the friary in Toodyay and also to assist our missions in the poorer parts of the world. Many thanks to our generous benefactors over the years. Be assured of our prayers for you all. For any queries please contact the Friars on 08 9574 5204, or franciscan. friars@perthcatholic.org.au. APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2016 KNIGHTS CATHOLIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY The KCLA is a free leadership course for Catholic student leaders, designed to build upon their existing leadership skills and strengthen their faith in order to grow and sustain youth driven initiatives. These skills include building confidence through public speaking and events coordination in a Christ-centred manner. View the Prospectus and fill out the Application Form today. Places are limited, and there is a selection criteria for successful applicants. The time commitment is just 3 single day workshops in the school holidays: Terms 1, 2 and 3. Applications close Friday, 20 November. CENTRE FOR LITURGY ADVENT PROGRAM The 2015 Advent Program for the Archdiocese of Perth will be released in September 2015. And God said, “This is the sign of the covenant I am making between me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come: I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me
and the earth. (Gen 9:12-14). Cost: $35 via post or $30 via email. This provides copyright permission to photocopy and distribute any or all of the program for non-profit purposes. Further info and to order: Centre for Liturgy, 08 9207 3350, registrations.cfl@perthcatholic.org. au.
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FAITH ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES We grow and mature in many areas of our lives, but is our understanding of our faith left behind? The Centre for Faith Enrichment (formerly Maranatha) is the adult faith education agency of the Archdiocese of Perth. The CFE offers short daytime, evening and weekend courses at various locations throughout Perth and even online. Term 4 course topics include the Pope’s new encyclical, an introduction to the Old Testament, the Trinity, Church history and much more. No exams or assignments. Further info: www.cfe. org.au, or 08 9241 5221 for a brochure.
office.kscwa@perthcatholic.org.au.
NEW CATHEDRAL CHOIR CD Titled Laudate Dominum – Songs of joy and hope, a live recording of faithfilled sacred music sung by the St Mary’s Cathedral Choir and the Cathedral’s Principal Cantor, Carly Power. Includes favourite hymns, chants, organ solos, including Schubert’s Ave Maria and Mozart’s Laudate Dominum. Features solos sung by our young boy sopranos and the beautifully inspiring voice of Carly Power in solos from Messiah and Vivaldi’s Gloria. $20. On sale at the Cathedral piety stall. MONSIGNOR HAWES HERITAGE CENTRE CAFÉ OPPORTUNITY Expressions of Interest - Work has commenced on the Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre in Geraldton with completion due in early 2016. Centrally located, this Café will cater for the thousands of Cathedral visitors each year as well as service clientele from nearby businesses, offices, schools, and the Queens Park Theatre. Energetic and entrepreneurial person/s can obtain further information and make an expression of interest by contacting: Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre Café, 7 Maitland St, Geraldton WA 6530; 08 9921 3221; or heritage@diocese-geraldton. org. Expressions of interest close 23 October. SCHOLARSHIPS TO THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME The Trustee of the KSC Education Foundation Inc (a project of the Knights of the Southern Cross) takes pleasure in again inviting applications from teachers
in WA to undertake further study units in RE and Theology at UNDA in 2016. Applications close on 30 October. Further info and application forms to: KSC Education Foundation Inc, PO Box 1048, South Perth WA 6951; 08 9368 2503; REVISED ORDERS FOR CELEBRATING CONFIRMATION AND MATRIMONY The Permanent Committee of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has approved that the Revised Orders for Celebrating Confirmation and Matrimony “can be used” from the First Sunday of Advent, 29 November 2015, and “must be used” by the First Sunday of Lent, 14 February 2016. Copies can be purchased from St Pauls Publications, Strathfield NSW and Catholic retailers. Digital versions have been integrated into a CD-Rom Resource ‘Labora Worship’ from Liturgy Brisbane and the website www. liturgyhelp.com maintained by Creative Ministry Resources, Hobart. Liturgical and pastoral ministers, religious education teachers, catechists and couples preparing for marriage are encouraged to utilise liturgical formation resources about the revised orders such as: When We Marry. These resources will be available in early 2016 from Liturgy Brisbane and Catholic retailers across Australia. Further info: Dr Paul Taylor, Executive Secretary, Bishops Commission for Liturgy on 03 9926 5753, paul.taylor@cam.org.au.
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