October 30, 2011
Special Collection
Thank you to everyone who gave so generously last weekend to our Special Collection for Mission Sunday. Our parish collected $1400.00.
First Holy Communion
First Holy Communion for public school children will be held this Sunday 30th October at St Patrick’s Church during the 10.30am Mass. This will be followed by a parish sausage sizzle. All welcome.
All Saints Day – Tuesday 1st November
Mass times at St Patrick’s Church for All Saints Day are: 7.00am, 10.30am and 6pm.
All Souls Day – Wednesday 2nd November
Mass times at St Patrick’s Church for All Souls Day are: 7.00am, 12noon and 6pm. There will be no Holy Hour at 5.30pm on this day.
All Souls Day
Wednesday 2nd November – Mass at the Lawn Cemetery Chapel at 5.30pm with blessing of graves afterwards.
Youth Expo 2011
Youth Expo 2011 is coming up soon – 25-27th November at St Patrick’s Albury. Youth aged 13-30 are invited to attend. Please see Together Youth for details.
Accommodation Needed
Many of the youth attending Youth Expo require accommodation. If you are able to accommodate two or more youth from Friday 25th to Sunday 27th November, please contact Miriam Kirley on 6021 0100.
Mass with Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
St. Patrick’s Church on Thursday 3rd November at 10.30am. Confessions 10.00-10.30am.
Combined Parishes Family Group
The Combined Parishes Family Group Christmas Party will be held on Saturday 26th November at 7pm at the Sacred Heart Hall. Please bring a plate to share. All welcome.
Volunteers
Volunteers are urgently needed to serve tea/coffee after the 10.30am Mass on one Sunday a month. Please phone Carmel on 6059 8779 or 0438 598 779.
Young Adults Excursion
Young Adults 18-35 are invited to an excursion to the King Valley on Saturday 5th November departing from St Pat’s Hall at 10.00am following the 9.30am Mass. Contact Miriam on (02) 6021 0100.
St Patrick’s School Fete
St Patrick’s School Fete will be held on Sunday 13th November from 10am-2pm. Usual enjoyments. Lots of rides, cake stall, chocolate wheel, craft, trash & treasure, raffles and lots more.
St Patrick’s Social Group
You are invited to lunch at the Thurgoona Country Club on Sunday 30th October at 12.30pm. Please phone Christine McMahon on 0417 265 274 for enquiries.
Mary’s Junior League
Mary’s Junior League will meet this Wednesday 2nd November from 3.30pm to 5.00pm. For information please ring Anna on 6023 3838.
Parent’s Helpful Instruction on Sex Ed for Children
As I Have Loved You
Thursday 17th November from 7.30-8.30pm in St. Patrick’s Hall. – Forming children in Christian sexuality: Dr Gerard O’Shea. Free instruction on how to instruct your children.
Xavier High School Orientation Day
Students who have accepted an offer of enrolment for Year 7 2012 are invited to Xavier High School on Thursday 10th November from 9.30am to 1pm. All students should wear their school sports uniform and bring a pen or pencil. Lunch will be provided.
Xavier High School Parent Evening
There will be an information session for parents at 7.30pm on Thursday 10th November in the Arts Centre. The session will last approximately one hour and will be followed by supper. Year 7 book packs will be available for purchase on this evening between 7pm and 7.20pm at an approximate cost of $45.
St Patrick’s Youth Group
St Patrick’s Youth Group will meet next Sunday 6th November after the 10.30am Mass.
Albury Young Adults 18-35 Years
A Quick Journey through the Bible Study
This 8 part series taught by Jeff Cavins (DVD) is a great introduction to studying the Bible. Anyone 18 -35 years is very welcome to attend. Starting Wednesday 5th October – concludes Wednesday 30th November. Program will cover: How to read the Bible, Early World, Egypt & Exodus, Conquest & Judges, Divided Kingdom & Exile, Return from Exile and The Church. You will need
the ‘Starter Pack’ Pack includes – Bible Timeline Chart, student guide, timeline bookmark, and memory bead wristband. Cost $25. If you cannot afford a Student Pack please contact Miriam. Do not let it stop you from participating in the study! Contact Miriam Kirley on (02) 6021 0100.
Mother’s Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mothers’ Group meets on the second and fourth Friday of the month at 10.30am in the supper room of the parish hall. All mothers with babies and young children are warmly invited to come along. For more information please contact Carmen Price on 0418 637 707.
Feast Days this week
Tuesday 1st November – All Saints Day
Wednesday 2nd November – All Souls Day
Friday 4th November – Charles Borromeo, bishop
1st Friday, Sacred Heart
Saturday 5th November – 1st Saturday, Fatima
October 23, 2011
Special Collection
There will be a Special Collection this weekend at all Masses for Mission Sunday.
First Holy Communion
First Holy Communion for public school children will be held next Sunday 30th October at St Patrick’s Church during the 10.30am Mass. This will be followed by a parish sausage sizzle. All welcome.
New Sunday and Daily Missal
The new Sunday and Daily Missal will be available at Veritas Central, Smollett Street, from 5th December 2011.
Young Adults Excursion
Young Adults 18-35 are invited to an excursion to the King Valley on Saturday 5th November departing from St Pat’s Hall at 10.00am following the 9.30am Mass. Contact Miriam on (02) 6021 0100.
St Patrick’s Social Group
You are invited to lunch at the Thurgoona Country Club on Sunday 23rd October at 12.30pm. Please phone Christine McMahon on 0417 265 274 for enquiries.
October – Month of the Holy Rosary
Each year the month of October is dedicated to the Most Holy Rosary. Please try your hardest to pray a Rosary each day with family and/or friends.
Volunteers
Volunteers are urgently needed to serve tea/coffee after the 10.30am Mass on one Sunday a month. Please phone Carmel on 6059 8779 or 0438 598 779.
Mary’s Junior League
Mary’s Junior League meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 3.30pm to 5.00pm. For information please ring Anna on 6023 3838.
Parent’s Helpful Instruction on Sex Ed for Children
Dr Gerard O’Shea, lecturer at John Paul II Institute on the Family, Melbourne, will speak to parents on how to teach Sex Ed to their children on Thursday 17th November from 7.30-8.30pm in St Patrick’s Hall.
St Patrick’s Youth Group
St Patrick’s Youth Group meets on the first Sunday of the month after the 10.30am Mass.
Albury Young Adults 18-35 Years
A Quick Journey through the Bible Study
This 8 part series taught by Jeff Cavins (DVD) is a great introduction to studying the Bible. Anyone 18 -35 years is very welcome to attend. Starting Wednesday 5th October – concludes Wednesday 30th November. Program will cover: How to read the Bible, Early World, Egypt & Exodus, Conquest & Judges, Divided Kingdom & Exile, Return from Exile and The Church. You will need
the ‘Starter Pack’ Pack includes – Bible Timeline Chart, student guide, timeline bookmark, and memory bead wristband. Cost $25. If you cannot afford a Student Pack please contact Miriam. Do not let it stop you from participating in the study! Contact Miriam Kirley on (02) 6021 0100.
Mother’s Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mothers’ Group will on the second and fourth Friday of the month at 10.30am in the supper room of the parish hall. All mothers with babies and young children are warmly invited to come along. For more information please contact Carmen Price on 0418 637 707.
Feast Days this week
Friday 28th October – Simon and Jude, apostles.
October 16, 2011
Congratulations
Congratulations to Fr Brendan Lee on his 10th anniversary in the Priesthood.
Special Collection
There will be a Special Collection next weekend at all Masses for Mission Sunday.
Catholic Women’s League
The next meeting of the Catholic Women’s League will be held this Monday 17th October in the St Pat’s Hall at 7.15pm. All welcome.
Young Adults Excursion
Young Adults 18-35 are invited to an excursion to the King Valley on Saturday 5th November departing from St Pat’s Hall at 10.00am following the 9.30am Mass. Contact Miriam on (02) 6021 0100.
St Patrick’s Social Group
You are invited to lunch at the Thurgoona Country Club on Sunday 23rd October at 12.30pm. Please phone Christine McMahon on 0417 265 274 for enquiries.
October – Month of the Holy Rosary
Each year the month of October is dedicated to the Most Holy Rosary. Please try your hardest to pray a Rosary each day with family and/or friends.
Volunteers
Volunteers are urgently needed to serve tea/coffee after the 10.30am Mass on one Sunday a month. Please phone Carmel on 6059 8779 or 0438 598 779.
Mary’s Junior League
Mary’s Junior League meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 3.30pm to 5.00pm. For information please ring Anna on 6023 3838.
Parent’s Helpful Instruction on Sex Ed for Children
Dr Gerard O’Shea, lecturer at John Paul II Institute on the Family, Melbourne, will speak to parents on how to teach Sex Ed to their children on Thursday 17th November from 7.30-8.30pm in St Patrick’s Hall.
St Patrick’s Youth Group
St Patrick’s Youth Group meets on the first Sunday of the month after the 10.30am Mass.
Albury Young Adults 18-35 Years
A Quick Journey through the Bible Study
This 8 part series taught by Jeff Cavins (DVD) is a great introduction to studying the Bible. Anyone 18 -35 years is very welcome to attend. Starting Wednesday 5th October – concludes Wednesday 30th November. Program will cover: How to read the Bible, Early World, Egypt & Exodus, Conquest & Judges, Divided Kingdom & Exile, Return from Exile and The Church. You will need
the ‘Starter Pack’ Pack includes – Bible Timeline Chart, student guide, timeline bookmark, and memory bead wristband. Cost $25. If you cannot afford a Student Pack please contact Miriam. Do not let it stop you from participating in the study! Contact Miriam Kirley on (02) 6021 0100
Divine Mercy Devotions at Marian Hills
This devotion in honour of St Faustina is held on Sunday 23rd October at Marian Hills, Divine Mercy Shrine at Tarcutta. The day includes Mass at 12.30pm (Rosary and confession before), BYO lunch, Eucharistic procession to the cross hill finishing with Benediction, Divine Mercy Chaplet and veneration of the 1st class relic of St Faustina.
Mother’s Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mothers’ Group will on the second and fourth Friday of the month at 10.30am in the supper room of the parish hall. All mothers with babies and young children are warmly invited to come along. For more information please contact Carmen Price on 0418 637 707.
Feast Days this week
Monday 17th October – Ignatius of Antioch, bishop, martyr
uesday 18th October – Luke, evangelist
October 9, 2011
New Parish Priest
Fr Michael Kennedy has been appointed as Parish Priest of St Patrick’s Church Albury. His appointment will commence on the first weekend of February 2012. Please keep Fr Kennedy in your prayers.
October – Month of the Holy Rosary
Each year the month of October is dedicated to the Most Holy Rosary. Please try your hardest to pray a Rosary each day with family and/or friends.
Thank you Catholic Women’s League
The World Youth Day pilgrims would like to thank the ladies of the CWL Albury branch for the catering of their reunion dinner on Saturday 24th September. Thank you for your time and the delicious meal. God Bless.
Parish Council Meeting
The next meeting of St Patrick’s Parish Council will be held this Thursday 13th October 2011 at 7.30pm in the presbytery.
Volunteers
Volunteers are urgently needed to serve tea/coffee after the 10.30am Mass on one Sunday a month. Please phone Carmel on 6059 8779 or 0438 598 779.
Legion of Mary – Rosary Crusade
Saturday 15th October
9.00am – St Patrick’s Albury, Rosary & Mass
10.00am – Leave for St Patrick’s Holbrook
11.15am – Rosary, morning tea
12.00pm – Leave for Immaculate Heart of Mary Thurgoona
12.50pm – Rosary
1.20pm – Lunch (BYO Lunch)
2.00pm – Leave for Holy Spirit Lavington
2.15pm – Rosary at Holy Spirit Lavington
Private cars will have available seats from St. Patrick’s Albury. All very welcome.
Parent’s Helpful Instruction on Sex Ed for Children
Dr Gerard O’Shea, lecturer at John Paul II Institute on the Family, Melbourne, will speak to parents on how to teach Sex Ed to their children on Thursday 17th November from 7.30-8.30pm in St Patrick’s Hall.
Divine Mercy Devotions at Marian Hills
This devotion in honour of St Faustina is held on Sunday 23rd October at Marian Hills, Divine Mercy Shrine at Tarcutta. The day includes Mass at 12.30pm (Rosary and confession before), BYO lunch, Eucharistic procession to the cross hill finishing with Benediction, Divine Mercy Chaplet and veneration of the 1st class relic of St Faustina.
Mary’s Junior League
Mary’s Junior League meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 3.30pm to 5.00pm. For information please ring Anna on 6023 3838.
Albury Young Adults 18-35 Years
A Quick Journey through the Bible Study
This 8 part series taught by Jeff Cavins (DVD) is a great introduction to studying the Bible. Anyone 18 -35 years is very welcome to attend. Starting Wednesday 5th October – concludes Wednesday 30th November. Program will cover: How to read the Bible, Early World, Egypt & Exodus, Conquest & Judges, Divided Kingdom & Exile, Return from Exile and The Church. You will need the ‘Starter Pack’ Pack includes – Bible Timeline Chart, student guide, timeline bookmark, and memory bead wristband. Cost $25. If you cannot afford a Student Pack please contact Miriam. Do not let it stop you from participating in the study! Contact Miriam Kirley on (02) 6021 0100
St Patrick’s Youth Group
St Patrick’s Youth Group meets on the first Sunday of the month after the 10.30am Mass.
Mother’s Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mothers’ Group will meet this Friday 14th October at 10.30am in the supper room of the parish hall. All mothers with babies and young children are warmly invited to come along. For more information please contact Carmen Price on 0418 637 707.
Divine Mercy Devotions
Sunday 9th October at Holy Spirit church from 2.00-3.00pm; Talk, Confessions, Chaplet.
Marian Talk: in the Meeting Room at Holy Spirit at 3.00pm with tea, coffee, scones by Patricians – all invited.
Feast Days this week
Saturday 15th October – Teresa of Jesus (Avila), virgin, doctor
October 2, 2011
New Parish Priest
Bishop Gerard Hanna has appointed Fr Michael Kennedy as Parish Priest of St Patrick’s Church Albury. His appointment will commence on the first weekend of February 2012.
Holy Hour, Exposition with Rosary and Benediction
Wednesday 5th October from 5.30-6.30pm in St Patrick’s Church – prayer in reparation of sins against and a greater respect for all human life.
Mass with Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
Thursday 6th October at 10.30am in St Patrick’s Church Albury. Confessions from 10-10.30am.
Eucharistic Adoration
St Patrick’s Parish, Albury. Friday 7th October from 6.00pm to 9.00am Saturday 8th October 2011. All welcome.
The Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary is hosting the Annual Rosary in the Park at the Memorial Gardens on Saturday 15th October starting at 10.30am, breaking for a sausage sizzle and concluding early afternoon.
March for the Babies
Saturday 8th October 2011 March for the Babies to the steps of Parliament in Melbourne to demand that the Government overturn the most extreme abortion law in the western world. NSW is the next target. Vehicles will leave from the front of the Three Monkeys Tavern on the Lincoln Causeway in Wodonga at 9.00am if you need a lift. It will be a joyful, pro-life family day trip to stand up for the babies without a voice. See information at the back of the church.
St Patrick’s Social Group 36+
You are invited to a coffee morning at the Grind coffee shop, Olive Street Albury, on Wednesday 5th October 2011 at 10.30am. All welcome.
Parent’s Helpful Instruction on Sex Ed for Children
Dr Gerard O’Shea, lecturer at John Paul II Institute on the Family, Melbourne, will speak to parents on how to teach Sex Ed to their children on Thursday 17th November from 7.30-8.30pm in St Patrick’s Hall. Dr O’Shea has produced a resource entitled “As I Have Loved You” which will be available to purchase at the presentation.
Divine Mercy Devotions at Marian Hills
This devotion in honour of St Faustina is held on Sunday 23rd October at Marian Hills, Divine Mercy Shrine at Tarcutta. The day includes Mass at 12.30pm (Rosary and confession before), BYO lunch, Eucharistic procession to the cross hill finishing with Benediction, Divine Mercy Chaplet and veneration of the 1st class relic of St Faustina.
Mary’s Junior League
Mary’s Junior League meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 3.30pm to 5.00pm. For information please ring Anna on 6023 3838.
Albury Young Adults 18-35 Years
A Quick Journey through the Bible Study
This 8 part series taught by Jeff Cavins (DVD) is a great introduction to studying the Bible. Anyone 18 -35 years is very welcome to attend.
Starting Wednesday 5th October – concludes Wednesday 30th November.
Program will cover: How to read the Bible, Early World, Egypt & Exodus, Conquest & Judges, Divided Kingdom & Exile, Return from Exile and The Church. You will need the ‘Starter Pack’ Pack includes – Bible Timeline Chart, student guide, timeline bookmark, and memory bead wristband. Cost $25. If you cannot afford a Student Pack please contact Miriam. Do not let it stop you from participating in the study! Contact Miriam Kirley on (02) 6021 0100
St Patrick’s Youth Group
St Patrick’s Youth Group will meet this Sunday October 2 after the 10.30am Mass.
Mother’s Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mothers’ Group meets on the second and fourth Friday of the month at 10.30am in the supper room of the parish hall. All mothers with babies and young children are warmly invited to come along. For more information please contact Carmen Price on 0418 637 707.
Accommodation Required
Share/houseminding/lodging – Albury surrounds
Accommodation is required for a mature professional lady as a stepping stone into building a new business in the Albury district. Excellent references. Contact Chris Waede 0424 077 377.
Feast Days this week
Tuesday 4th October – Francis of Assisi
Friday 7th October – Our Lady of the rosary
