Parish News and Events
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The Legion of Mary together with other volunteers, invite you to join them in reciting the Holy Rosary approximately fifteen minutes prior to all week-end Masses, (Saturday and Sunday) during the month of May. We look forward to your participation.
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Friday, 8 June
Parish Centenary Dinner
The Parish Dinner celebrating the centenary of our Parish Church will be held on: Friday, 8 June at 7pm in the School Hall.
Tickets are $25 each.
The cost will cover: ✓ Pre-dinner drink and nibbles, ✓ Main course and dessert, ✓ Tea or coffee, ✓ Complementary bottle of wine per table.
BYO drinks (glasses will be provided).
Tickets on sale from Saturday, 5 May.
Come along and help celebrate our centenary. It’s a great way to meet new parishioners.
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25 May 2012
PRAYER AROUND THE CROSS – Pentecost Celebration,
drawing inspiration from the prayers and music of Taize in France.
Friday, 25 May 2012 from 7.00pm at St Michael Catholic Church, 20 North Street, Nowra.
For further information contact Gabrielle Fogarty on 4232 2735 or Pat Boniface on 4232 1034.
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2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May & 6, 13 June
CatholicCare Wollongong is running More Harmony No Harm for Men.
A seven week course designed to assist participants take personal responsibility for a healthy relationship, managing harmful behaviours and increasing positive behaviours. This workshop consists of:
• Understanding the role of strong emotions • Values, beliefs and expectations • Unhelpful thinking styles • Effective communication and boundaries • Assertiveness skills
• Conflict resolution • Negotiation and forgiveness • The influence of gender roles
WHEN: Seven Wednesday Evenings
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May, 6, 13 June 6:30pm to 9pm
Barbecue provided from 5:30pm VENUE: Kully Bay Pre-School,
80 Jane Avenue Lake Heights NSW 2502
BOOKINGS (essential): CatholicCare Wollongong Ph: 4227 1122
Or Kully Bay Pre-School Ph: 4274 0401.
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Friday 18th May
MEETING FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN MAKING THEIR CONFIRMATION THIS YEAR (PARENTS ONLY) 7:30pm in the School Hall.
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Saturday, 26 May 2012
DIOCESAN FESTIVAL - A TIME TO CELEBRATE –
STALLS, MUSIC, RIDES, SPEAKERS, FOOD You are invited to join the Diocese on Saturday, 26 May 2012 at John Therry Catholic High School, Rosemeadow, any time between 10.00am and 4.00pm, to celebrate the many gifts and opportunities we have to participate in the life of the Church. This festival day promises to be a wonderful witness to the life and vitality that exists within our Catholic community with rides for the children, many stalls, music, keynotes, showcases and a whole array of food from the many cultures in our Diocese. So save the date in your calendars now! If you would like to participate on the day with a food stall, music or a stall showcasing your ministry, contact Darren McDowell on 4253 0985 or darren.mcdowell@woll.catholic.org.au ASAP.
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1st June 2012
Out & About
Come along and join in the first outing
" VIVID SYDNEY " - Lights Display
Friday Evening 1st June 2012 Travelling by Train in a Group Train leaves Corrimal Station at 4:11pm (Thirroul 4:21pm) Meet in the 2nd last carriage. (change trains at Central) We will gather when we arrive, outside Circular Quay Station.
Anticipating returning from Circular Quay on 8:15pm train. To register expression of interest or for further information.
Please Phone or Email: Jennifer Dreise: 4284 4719 jenniferdreise@iinet.net.au or Delia Raine 4227 4127 bobdelia@bigpond.com All Welcome - bring along your family & friends
BYO food or buy there.
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1 - 3 June, 2012
COUPLE’S WEEKEND RETREAT at St Mary’s Towers Retreat Centre, Douglas Park
from Friday evening, 1 June to Sunday afternoon 3 June 2012. Cost: $180 each.
Telephone (02) 4630 0233, email towersretreat@bigpond.com or visit http://towersretreat.abundance.org.au
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20 June, 2012
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCILS’ REGIONAL GATHERINGS
Wednesday 20 June, 8.00pm – 9.30pm at St Thomas More Parish Hall, Ruse Monday 25 June, 7.30pm – 9.00pm at St. Brigid’s School Hall, Gwynneville
Thursday 28 June, 7.30pm – 9.00pm at Sacred Heart Church, Warilla. Given the success of the PPC formation day in February we are holding regional gatherings for Parish Pastoral Councils. These sessions will offer the opportunity to continue sharing about the good work happening in your parish as well as receiving further information and formation on the topics raised during our February gathering. More information will soon be made available, but please invite all the members of your pastoral council to your regional gathering. For further information contact Darren McDowell on 4253 0985 or email darren.mcdowell@woll.catholic.org.au
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AUDITIONS are now on for Artes Christi's 2012 musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF.
This is a fantastic chance to perform with a Catholic theatre company as a singer, actor, dancer or orchestral player. Audi- tions from 6- 20 May at the BXVI Centre (235 Devonshire St, Surry Hills). To register email arteschristisydney@gmail.com or phone 0422 442 189 or visit www.arteschristi.org.au
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As you know, on 1st December 2012 we will be celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the laying of the foundation stone for our church here at St Columbkille’s Corrimal.
A Vigil Prayer Service, followed by supper will be held on Friday 30th November, 2012. On Saturday 1st December Bishop Peter, will celebrate a Centenary Mass, when the church will be dedicated. This will be followed by luncheon in the hall. There will be other activities during this coming twelve months to celebrate this event, which will be advertised.
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100th Anniversary Window
Thank you to those who have donated to our appeal. We have already raised $6,000 and are very confident of reaching our target of $10,000. The generosity of parishioners in reaching this amount in such a short time is really remarkable.
This window will be dedicated to the Pioneer Women of St Columbkille’s in recognition of their dedication to the faith in Corrimal.
An appeal for funds is being conducted and our target is $10,000.00. [update March 4]
Our appeal is continuing
Father Graham has suggested the window should be of Caroline Chisholm who during the 1840’s at her own expense arranged the settlement of twenty-three families on land in the Shellharbour area. She was a true pioneer woman who advanced the causes of the early
Should you wish to donate to this appeal, donations may be made directly to Fr. Graham or may be placed on the plate at Mass. Please include your name so as acknowledgement of your contribution may be made.
R.Walker (President) Legion of Mary, Corrimal [uploaded Jan 27]
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2012
Centenary Celebrations
Centenary Committee
Please note the following dates:
June 8 Friday: Parish Dinner in Hall
August 4 Saturday: Mary MacKillop Diocesan Mass
September 15-22: Parish Mission “Our Story, the Story of God”
November 30 Friday: Vigil.
December 1: Mass of Dedication when our church will be consecrated.
December 1: Luncheon in Hall.
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REFUGEES: HAVE YOUR SAY IN AUSTRALIA’S REFUGEE AND HUMANITARIAN PROGRAM.
The Refugee Council of Australia is holding its annual national consultations on the future of Australia’s refugee and humanitarian program. To download the discussion paper and offer your thoughts: www.refugeecouncil.org.au/resources/ intakesub.php [uploaded Nov. 20]
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KIMBERLEY CATHOLIC VOLUNTEER SERVICE. URGENTLY WANTED: VOLUNTEER WORKERS.
The Diocese of Broome, WA, requires volunteers to assist with the work of the local Church on Aboriginal Missions. There are various important voluntary tasks: administration, building maintenance, gardening, cooking and cleaning. Placements are preferred for a period of six months to two years, with the possibility of an extension. For further details and an application form please contact Jo and Kevin Bell on 08 9192 1060 or 0427 433 244, email volunteers@broomediocese.org or mail PO Box 76 BROOME WA 6725.
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Independent Living for over-55's and fully retired.
Spacious, bright and sunny 2-bedroom units are now available in our Retirement Village in Daceyville Parish in the Eastern Suburbs of NSW. Set in lovely quiet surroundings and fully secured and gated.
For terms and conditions, please contact Patricia on 02 9349 1292 or 0422 838 718. [uploaded Nov. 11]
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Excellent article 8/11: Economics as though people mattered, Chris Middleton sj [uploaded Nov. 11]
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FIRST HOLY COMMUNICANTS
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Fr Chris Riley, Fr Graham, Bishop Peter, Fr Maurie Rosa, Br Paul Hough
Fr Chris Riley concelebrated Mass on February 4, with Bishop Peter, Fr Graham,Fr Rosa - former PP at Corrimal. Fr Riley visited Corrimal to say thank you to the local chapter of the Knights of the Southern Cross who has supported Youth off the Streets and the work of Fr Riley.
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LAST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
PRAYER MORNING AT MARY MACKILLOP PLACE,
If you would like to stay on for the 1pm Mass in the Chapel, you are most welcome.
Bookings and further enquiries: 8912 4818 or mmp.ministries@sosj.org.au .
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Third Wednesday of the month
Carmelite Spirituality Group:
meets each month on the third Wednesday at Keiraview Uniting Church Hall, Fisher St, West Wollongong.
Come along and meet some friendly people who share a love of Lectio Divina (bible study and meditation). All will be explained on the day. Start with a cuppa at 10 am and then the meeting at 10.30 am.
Call Ann, from St Therese Parish, on 4228 1316 for details.
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Fr Peter Comensoli's Ordination as Bishop of Sydney.
It was a wonderful celebration for those who were able to attend the service at St Mary’s Cathedral, and it was extra special to have Bishop Peter celebrate his first mass as bishop at Columbkille’s on St Columba’s Feast Day. Thank you to all the workers who supplied supper for the after celebrations.
Your donations allow Caritas Australia, the Catholic Agency for International Aid and Development, to alleviate poverty and bring hope and justice to disadvantaged communities throughout the world
Parenting Workshops
CatholicCare Family Relationship Education Courses are for parents of young children and teenagers, and are designed to enhance family life and help parents feel more confident and secure about parenting. The courses offer practical 'hands-on' approaches to parenting and are facilitated by professional educators. Call 42271122 to book into a course or go to www.catholiccare.woll.catholic.org.au to see what courses are being offered in 2011.
Now Recruiting – Marriage and Relationship Facilitators (casual)
CatholicCare is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitably experienced couples to facilitate Marriage and Relationship Education (MRE) courses and workshops across the Diocese on a casual basis. For more information go to: www.catholiccare.woll.catholic.org.au or contact David Bunder on 42549301 for enquiries.
Volunteering Opportunity – Community Visitors Scheme
Volunteers are trained to offer friendly, regular visits and companionship to residents of aged care facilities who may not receive any visitors. If you can spare 1 hour a fortnight to visit someone in an aged care facility near you, please telephone Julianne Welch at CatholicCare on 4424 5604
The Parish Library
The Parish library is located in the Parish Centre and books maybe borrowed during office hours and after 9:00 a.m. Mass on Sunday mornings. Donations of suitable used books in good condition may be made, either by placing them in the container at the entrance of the Church or the Parish Centre. Enquiries to Brian 4284 3978
CATHOLIC SUPPLIES SHOP
88 Kembla St, Wollongong, stocks a large variety of bibles and books for both adults and children. Books on the saints, a wide variety of rosaries, religious medals, holy cards, key rings, crucifixes and statues of all sizes. We carry gifts for Baptism, Holy Communion and Confirmation, candles and cards for all occasion. We stock Mary MacKillop memorabilia, Columban calendars and a wide variety of Christmas goods, including cards and nativity sets, etc.
Wrap With Love ladies crafted 156 rugs in 2010. A wonderful effort! Well done, girls! Many thanks to those who donated wool during 2010 - it really was a great help. God bless. Val
Corrimal Catholic Women’s League would like to thank all who attended the knitter parade. We raised $563, also for all who donated so generously and attended our weekend cup of tea. $250 was raised for the cancer council. Thank you again for your ongoing support.
Our Parish pilgrimage, a number of families decided to share in a worldwide movement having a lovely little icon of Our Lady visit their homes for a few days each month. There is no formal format. Maybe say the Rosary, or have your children sing or dance or read to Our Lady. Maybe have her join you at the dinner table. On Sunday 27th June 2010, Fr Graham blessed the icons. Anyone interested in having Our Mother Mary come to visit for a few days, contact Robyn on 4393 2303.
Tuesday evenings @ 7 p.m.
The Columbarium (Memorial Wall for Cremated Remains)
A niche may be purchased for $990 (inc GST). Plaque is extra.
Information and application form may be obtained by contacting Christine on 4283 6954