Youth Expo 2011
Youth Retreat Weekend designed for young people aged 13-30 years.
Please pray for all the young people taking part in this weekend’s Youth Expo.

Albury Parishes Eucharistic Adoration
Holy Spirit Parish, Lavington on Friday, 2nd December from 6.00pm to 10.00pm. All welcome.
Will you not watch one hour with me?

St Vincent de Paul Special Christmas Tree
Please leave gifts and non-perishable food under the Christmas Tree for distribution to needy families by St Vincent de Paul  Society.

St Vincent de Paul Special Collection
A special collection will be taken up for the annual Christmas Appeal at all Masses on Sunday 11th December. Please give generously to this worthy cause.

St Vincent de Paul
Christmas cards and Columban calendars are now available at the church door. Cards $5.50 per pack of ten. Columban Calendars $8.00 each.

Mass with Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick
At St Patrick’s Church, Albury, on Thursday, 1st December at 10.30am. Confessions 10.00-10.30am.

Women’s Recollection
Thursday 1st December 2011 from 7.30pm-8.30pm in St Patrick’s Church. Exposition, Adoration, Confession, Benediction and recollection for women followed by supper in the parish hall.

St Patrick’s Youth Group
St Patrick’s Youth Group will meet this Sunday 4th December 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.

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.

Mass of Thanksgiving
The MACE Sisters invite all Filipinos to the Mass of Thanksgiving of the Family Rosary Crusade on Saturday 3rd December at Holy Spirit Church Lavington at 6pm. All are welcome.

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
Wednesday 30th November – St Andrew, apostle
Saturday 3rd December – Francis Xavier, priest

Youth Expo 2011
Youth Retreat Weekend designed for young people aged 13-30 years.
To be held from 25-27th November at St Patrick’s Albury. Youth aged 13-30 are invited to attend. The weekend will include talks, testimonies, Mass, prayer, music and much more. 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.

Catholic Women’s League
The Annual Meeting of the Catholic Women’s League will be held on Monday 21st November at 8.00pm in the supper room at St Patrick’s Hall. All welcome. Members are reminded that subscriptions ($20.00) are due at this meeting. The ordinary November meeting of the Catholic Women’s League will be held at 6.45pm on this same evening.

St Vincent de Paul
Christmas cards and Columban calendars are now available at the church door. Cards $5.50 per pack of ten. Columban Calendars $8.00 each.

School Mass
St Patrick’s school children in kindergarten, years 1 and 2 will be attending Mass on Tuesday 22nd November.

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.

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.

St Patrick’s Youth Group
St Patrick’s Youth Group meets on the first Sunday 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 meet this Friday 25th November 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.

Mass with Healing Prayer
CCR Micah prayer group in Wodonga invites you to a day with Catholic lay evangelizers, Phillip and Margaret Maloney. Mass with healing prayer on Friday 2nd December at 7.00pm in St Augustine’s Church, Wodonga. Talks, sharing and prayer ministry on Saturday 3rd December from 10.00am-4.00pm in St Augustine’s School Hall.  Contact Brigita 6059 2596 or Fran 6056 2440.

Independent Living for over 55′s
Spacious, bright and sunny 2BR units are now available in Daceyville Parish Retirement Village in the eastern suburbs of New South Wales. For terms and conditions, please contact Patricia on (02) 9349 1292 or 0422 838 718.

Feast Days this week
Monday 21st November – Presentation of the Virgin Mary
Tuesday 22nd November – Cecilia, virgin, martyr
Thursday 24th November – Andrew Dung Lac, priest, martyr

Youth Expo 2011
Youth Retreat Weekend designed for young people aged 13-30 years.
To be held from 25-27th November at St Patrick’s Albury. Youth aged 13-30 are invited to attend. The weekend will include talks, testimonies, Mass, prayer, music and much more. 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.

Catholic Women’s League
The Annual Meeting of the Catholic Women’s League will be held on Monday 21st November at 8.00pm in the supper room at St Patrick’s Hall. All welcome. Members are reminded that subscriptions ($20.00) are due at this meeting. The ordinary November meeting of the Catholic Women’s League will be held at 6.45pm on this same evening.

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.

1-2-3 Magic
Centacare is again presenting its successful parenting program at Slattery Catholic Centre (in the grounds of St Patrick’s Church), 449 Olive St, Albury.
Date: Three consecutive Wednesdays – 16/11/11, 23/11/11 and 30/11/11.
Times: 7.30pm-9.30pm
Cost: $50 per family
Bookings essential. Please phone Centacare on 6051 0222.

School Mass
St Patrick’s school children from Years 5 and 6 will be attending Mass on Tuesday 15th November.

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.

St Patrick’s Social Group
You are invited to morning tea at the Grind coffee shop, Olive St, Albury, on Wednesday 16th November at 10.30am. Since this is the last function for 2011, we wish everyone a very Happy and Holy Christmas and a joyful and prosperous New Year.

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.

St Patrick’s Youth Group
St Patrick’s Youth Group meets on the first Sunday 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
Thursday 17th November – Elizabeth of Hungary, religious

Youth Expo 2011
Youth Retreat Weekend designed for young people aged 13-30 years.
To be held from 25-27th November at St Patrick’s Albury. Youth aged 13-30 are invited to attend. The weekend will include talks, testimonies, Mass, prayer, music and much more. 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.

St Patrick’s Parish Council
The next meeting of St Patrick’s Parish Council will be held this Thursday 10th November 2011 at 7.30pm in the presbytery.

School Mass
St Patrick’s school children from Years 3 and 4 will be attending Mass this Tuesday 8th November.

Mercy Centre Administration Block
The opening of the Mercy Centre Administration Block at the former St John’s Orphanage/Guadalupe House will be held on 13th November commencing with Mass at 11.00am followed by a light lunch with the official opening at 2.00pm. All welcome.

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.

1-2-3 Magic
Centacare is again presenting its successful parenting program at Slattery Catholic Centre (in the grounds of St Patrick’s Church), 449 Olive St, Albury.
Date: Three consecutive Wednesdays – 16/11/11, 23/11/11 and 30/11/11.
Times: 7.30pm-9.30pm
Cost: $50 per family
Bookings essential. Please phone Centacare on 6051 0222.

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.

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 morning tea at the Grind coffee shop, Olive St, Albury, on Wednesday 16th November at 10.30am. Since this is the last function for 2011, we wish everyone a very Happy and Holy Christmas and a joyful and prosperous New Year.

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 meets on the first Sunday 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 meet this Friday 11th November 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
Wednesday 9th November – Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
Thursday 10th November – Leo the Great, pope, doctor
Friday 11th November – Martin of Tours, bishop
Saturday 12th November – Josephat, bishop martyr