St. Patrick's Parish, Albury

For your diary: Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

leysa — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 13:00:46 +0000

Ash Wednesday 22nd February
Mass Times: 7.00am, 10.30am, 12noon and 6.00pm

Thanksgiving Mass
Bishop Michael Kennedy, newly ordained Bishop of Armidale, will offer a Mass of Thanksgiving at St Michael’s Cathedral, Wagga Wagga, this Sunday 19th February at 10.00am.

Lent
We have five Lenten Home Groups meeting during Lent. If anyone would like to join one of the groups, could you please contact the presbytery office on 6041 2588 between 8.30am and 12.30pm.

St Patrick’s Day, 17th March
Carpenter’s Breakfast 7.30am. The speaker will be Fr Joel Wallace who will give a talk on the St Patrick’s method of Evangelisation. Mass will be celebrated at 9.30am and 6.00pm (Vigil) to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Following the 6.00pm Mass there will be a St Patrick’s Day Concert. If anyone would like to present an item for the concert, could you please contact Miriam Kirley at Veritas Central on 6021 8099 between 10.00am and 5.30pm. BYO food and drinks.

Meeting and Reflection
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Lectors and Commentators are invited to a meeting and reflection with Fr Joel and Fr Henry on Tuesday 28th February at 6.00pm in St Patrick’s Church, Albury.

Working Bee
Fr Joel would like to conduct 2 working bees.
* Two Sacristries in the Church – Saturday 25th February from 11.00am to 12.30pm.
*Choir Loft – Saturday 3rd March from 11.00am to 12.30pm
Volunteers please see Fr Joel.

Catholic Women’s League
The next meeting of the Catholic Women’s League will be held this Monday 20th February in the supper room of the parish hall at 7.15pm. All welcome.

40 Days for Life – Pray to End Abortion
An invitation to the people of faith in Albury to stand for life for one hour – 4.30-5.30pm – each day, outside the Abortion Clinic, 586 Englehardt Street, Albury. Please see the noticeboard or contact Andrew Flores on 0433 841 676 for details.

St Patrick’s Prayer Group
St Patrick’s Pray Group resumes next Tuesday 21st February from 8.00-9.30pm at 852 Miller Street, Albury. New members are most welcome. The Prayer Group was started by Sr Teresina over 33 years ago and has run on a regular basis since then. The tone of the meeting is always sensitive, warm and respectful to all. For enquiries please contact Maree on 6021 4533.

Albury Young Adults 18-35yrs
The discussion group for young adults meets every Wednesday evening at 7.00pm upstairs in St Patrick’s Hall. For more information, please contact Marcus Shaw on 0418 463 952

St Patrick’s Youth Group
12-17 Years
The first Youth Group meeting for 2012 will be held on Sunday 19th February after the 10.30am Mass.

The Enchantment Project
A Chant Seminar sponsored by the Diocese of Wagga Wagga is to be given by Mr Stephen Smith, an experienced and noted exponent of the chant. The Workshop is to be held at Vianney College, 17 Durack Circuit, Boorooma, on 24th, 25th and 26th February. Session 1 – Friday evening at 7.00pm. Sessions 2 and 3 – Saturday and Sunday from 9am – 5pm. There is no fee, however, donations to the seminary to cover costs will be gratefully accepted. The workshop is open to everyone, no previous musical experience or ability is required. For enquiries: The Secretary, Vianney College 6923 1222. www.wagga.catholic.org.au/Our-Seminary-and-Catholic-Vocations/Vianney-College.aspx

St Patrick’s Social Group
(For adults 36 plus – families welcome)
Sunday Lunch at SS&A Club – Smorgasbord, 26th February. Price $14.95. Non members sign in.
Please phone Christine on 0417 265 274 for information and bookings.

Mothers Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mother’s Group meets this Friday 24th February at 10.00am 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 22nd February – Ash Wednesday

leysa — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 23:17:36 +0000

New photos of Monsignor Fulton’s Valedictory Lunch from last year are now up on the site!

Click here to view.

For your diary: Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

leysa — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 13:00:57 +0000

Lent
This Lent, the Wagga Diocese is preparing for the Year of Grace, set by the Australian Bishops to begin Pentecost 2012 and to continue until Pentecost 2013. It is hoped that this event and the spirit of faith and obedience in which it is undertaken will bring an increase in grace to the life of the Church as we also prepare to celebrate internationally the Year of Faith and the 50th Anniversary of the inaugration of the Second Vatican Council. As the Diocesan Coordinator for the Year of Grace, I would like to introduce for St Patrick’s this Lent a resource which has been specifically prepared for the Year of Grace and Faith. “Living a Life in Grace” has been written with an awareness of how Lenten programs are often used within the Church in Australia. The structure of prayers, inspirational quotes from various sources, Gospel readings for the Sundays of Lent, reflections and discussion questions has been maintained. However, this program goes a step further and also seeks to provide an accessible catechesis around grace and conversion. The Lenten Program is of significant value from many different angles: for those preparing for the sacraments of Baptism/Marriage, for those seeking to reflect more deeply on the Word of God (should be all of us!), those seeking more catechesis in the Faith, etc. I would also like to see at least two more Lenten groups spring up this year and invite volunteers to offer to host or lead (eg. Youth, family group, etc – call or speak to one of the priests). Those groups who are ready should be able to being in the week of Ash Wednesday. The books will have arrived by that time. Groups are best arranged by personal invitation. However, there is also a clipboard in the Church entrance to help give an idea of numbers etc.

St Valentine’s Day Mass
An extra Mass will be held at St Patrick’s Church on Tuesday 14th February at 6.00pm to celebrate St Valentine’s Day. A special invitation is extended to all those couples preparing for Marriage.

St Patrick’s Parish Council
The next meeting of St Patrick’s Parish council will be held this Thursday 16th February at 7.30pm in the presbytery.

St Patrick’s Youth Group
12-17 Years
The first Youth Group meeting for 2012 will be held on Sunday 19th February after the 10.30am Mass.

St Patrick’s Social Group
(For adults 36 plus – families welcome)
St Patrick’s Social Group February function dates for your diary:
1. Coffee Morning at the Grind, Olive St, Albury, Wednesday 15th February at 10.30am.
2. Sunday Lunch at SS&A Club – Smorgasbord, 26th February. Price $14.95. Non members sign in.
Please phone Christine on 0417 265 274 for information and bookings.

Mothers Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mother’s Group meets on the second and fourth Friday of the month at 10.00am 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 14th February – Sts Cyril, monk, and Methodius, bishop.

For your diary: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

leysa — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:00:29 +0000

New Parish Priest
Fr Joel Wallace has now commenced duties as Parish Priest of St Patrick’s Church. Fr Henry Ibe will be arriving at St Patrick’s on Monday 13th February. Fr Joseph Maduike will remain as Assistant Priest until then.

St Patrick’s Parish Council
The next meeting of St Patrick’s Parish Council will be held this Thursday 9th February at 7.30pm in the presbytery.

Lenten Groups
Ash Wednesday is on 22nd February this year. In preparation for Easter, we are hoping to have volunteers to host Lenten Discussion Groups in their homes or a suitable meeting place. If you are able to host a group, please put your name, address, and phone number and time of meeting on the sheet provided in the church porch. If you are interested in joining a Lenten Home Discussion Group, please put your name and telephone number on the list provided. Fr Joel will be using the Canberra/Goulburn booklets this year.

St Patrick’s Youth Group
12-17 Years
The first Youth Group meeting for 2012 will be held on Sunday 19th February after the 10.30am Mass.

Kimberley Catholic Volunteer Service
The Diocese of Broom, WA, urgently 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 6 months to 2 years with the possibility of an extension. Please contact Jo and Kevin Bell (08) 9192 1060; 0427 433 244; email volunteers@broomediocese.org or mail PO Box 76, Broome, WA 6725.

Mothers Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mother’s Group will meet this Friday 10th February at 10.00am 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 6th February – St Paul Miki and Companions, martyrs
Friday 10th February – St Scholastica, virgin

For your diary: Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

leysa — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:00:13 +0000

Albury Parishes Eucharistic Adoration
At St Patrick’s Church Albury, Friday 3rd February from 6.00pm to 9.00am Saturday. All welcome.
Will you not watch one hour with me?

Thank You
St Patrick’s Conference of St Vincent de Paul wish to thank the parishioners for their kind donation to the Christmas Appeal. The sum of $2010.00 was raised. Again, thank you.

Mass with the Sacrament of Anointing the Sick
At St Patrick’s Church, Albury, at 10.30am on Thursday 2nd February. Confessions 10.00am-10.30am.

Mary’s Junior League
Mary’s Junior League meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 3.30 to 5.00pm. For more information please ring Anna on 6023 3838.

St Patrick’s Youth Group
12-17 Years
The first Youth Group meeting for 2012 will be held on Sunday 19th February after the 10.30am Mass.

Feast Days this week
Tuesday 31st January – St John Bosco, priest
Thursday 2nd February – The Presentation of the Lord
Friday 3rd February – First Friday, Sacred Heart
Saturday 4th February – First Saturday, Fatima

For your diary: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

leysa — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 13:00:28 +0000

Farewell to Fr Lee & Fr Maduike
All parishioners are invited to a finger-food luncheon this Sunday January 22 following the 10.30am Mass to farewell Fr Brendan Lee and Fr Joseph Maduike. There is no cost for the luncheon; if you would like to give a small donation to help cover the cost it would be greatly appreciated.

Albury Parishes Eucharistic Adoration
At St Patrick’s Church Albury, Friday 3rd February from 6.00pm to 9.00am Saturday. All welcome.
Will you not watch one hour with me?

Church Gates
Due to OH&S concerns, the church gates on Smollett Street only will remain permanently closed with the exception of weddings and funerals. The gates in Olive Street and on the other side of the presbytery in Smollett Street will remain open for parking.

Mary’s Junior League
Mary’s Junior League meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 3.30 to 5.00pm. For more information please ring Anna on 6023 3838.

St Patrick’s Youth Group
12-17 Years
The first Youth Group meeting for 2012 will be held on Sunday 19th February after the 10.30am Mass.

Diosecan Youth Ministry Worker
(21hpw – 3 days per week, negotiable)
Commencing February 2012
An application form and information package including the role description is available by contacting the Diosecan Youth Worker on 0438 484 000 or on the website at www.wagga.catholic.org.au

Life and Family Conference
This will be held from 26th-29th January 2012 at Lake Hume Albury. International speakers: Msgr Philip Reilly from New York, Steve Mosher, Bishop Porteous and others. Bookins are now being taken. For more details, visit www.fli.org.au.

Mothers Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mother’s Group will meet this Friday 27th January at 10.00am 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 24th January – St Francis de Sales, bishop, doctor.
Wednesday 25th January – Conversion of St Paul, apostle.
Thursday 26th January – Australia Day
Saturday 28th January – St Thomas Aquinas, priest, doctor.

For your diary: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

leysa — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 13:00:25 +0000

Farewell to Fr Lee & Fr Maduike
All parishioners are invited to a finger-food luncheon on Sunday January 22 following the 10.30am Mass to farewell Fr Brendan Lee and Fr Joseph Maduike. There is no cost for the luncheon; if you would like to give a small donation to help cover the cost it would be greatly appreciated.

St Patrick’s Parish Social Group
Adults 36+ – families welcome
You are invited to morning tea at The Grind Coffee Shop, Olive St, Albury, this Wednesday 18th January 2012 at 10.30am. Please phone Christine on 0417 265 274 before Monday 16th January.

Parish Council Meeting
The next meeting of St Patrick’s Parish Council will be held this Thursday 19th January at 7.30pm in the presbytery.

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 18-35yrs
The discussion group for young adults will be starting up again this Wednesday 18th January 2012 at 7.00pm upstairs in St Patrick’s Hall. For more information, please contact Miriam on 0400 419 981.

Mary’s Junior League
Mary’s Junior League meets on the first Wednesday of the month from 3.30 to 5.00pm. For more information please ring Anna on 6023 3838.

Invitation to Father Kennedy’s Episcopal Ordination in Armidale
Thursday 9th February 10.30am
All parishioners are invited to the ordination of Fr Michael Kennedy. Leeton Parish is organising an overnight bus trip at a cost of $100 per person (Wed-Thur) with free meals and accommodation at St Alberts College in Armidale. The bus will leave St Joseph’s Church, Leeton at approx 8am on Wednesday morning and will be returning after lunch on Thursday arriving in Leeton at approximately midnight. RSVP is essential via the form at the back of the church no later than Sunday 15th January, whether you are travelling on the bus or taking your own transport. Tickets for seating in the cathedral will be allocated only to those who register with the parish. No bookings taken after this date.

Mothers Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mother’s Group meets on the second and fourth at 10.00am 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 17th January – St Anthony, abbot
Saturday 21st January – St Agnes, virgin, martyr

For your diary: Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

leysa — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 13:00:41 +0000

Albury Parishes Eucharistic Adoration
Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Thurgoona. Friday 6th January from 8.00pm, to midnight. All welcome.
Will you not watch one hour with me?

St Patrick’s Parish Social Group
Adults 36+ – families welcome.
You are invited to Morning Tea at The Grind Coffee Shop, Olive Street, Albury, on Wednesday 18th January 2012 at 10.30am. Please phone Christine on 0417 265 274 before Monday 16th January.

St Patrick’s Youth Group
There will be no Youth Group meeting on the first Sunday in January 2012.

Albury Young Adults 18-35 Years
The discussion group for young adults will be taking a break over the Christmas period and will start up again on Wednesday 18th January 2012 at 7.00pm upstairs in the St Patrick’s Hall. For more information please call Miriam on 0400 419 981.

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.

Diosecan Youth Ministry Worker
(21hpw – 3 days per week, negotiable)
Commencing February 2012
An application form and information package including the Role Description is available by contacting the Diosecan Youth Worker on 0438 484 000 or on the website at www.wagga.catholic.org.au.

Life and Family Conference
The conference will be held from 26th-29th January 2012 at Lake Hume Albury. International speakers: Msgr Philip Reilly from New York, Steve Mosher, Bishop Porteous and others. Bookings are now being taken. For more details, visit www.fli.org.au.

Mother’s Group
St Patrick’s Parish Mothers’ Group will meet on Friday 13th January 2012 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 2nd January – Sts Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen, bishops, doctors.

For your diary: Christmas Day

leysa — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 13:00:36 +0000

MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Father Brendan Lee, Father Joseph Maduike and Father Fulton wish you and your family a holy and happy Christmas and pray for all God’s blessings on your and your family in 2012.

New Parish Priest
Fr Joel Wallace has been appointed as Parish Priest of St Patrick’s Church in Albury. His appointment will commence the first weekend in February 2012.

Boxing Day
Mass Times: 7am and 10.30am

Albury Parishes Eucharistic Adoration
Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Thurgoona. Friday 6th January from 8.00pm, to midnight. All welcome.
Will you not watch one hour with me?

The Collections – Where does your money go?
The First Collection: Provides a stipend for the Priests of the Diocese and for charitable works and other works of the Diocese.
The Second Collection: 50% of the Planned Giving (envelopes) is used to repay loans for the school buildings and 50% is kept by the Parish. Loose money in the second collection (both notes and coins) are kept by the Parish. All money kept by the Parish is used for Parish upkeep and the charitable works and other works of the Parish.

St Patrick’s Youth Group
There will be no Youth Group meeting on the first Sunday in January 2012.

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.

Feast Days this week
Monday 26th December – St Stephen, first martyr
Tuesday 27th December – St John, apostle, evangelist
Wednesday 28th December – Holy Innocents, martyrs
Friday 30th December – Holy Family

Christmas Timetable

leysa — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 13:00:38 +0000

Mass and Sacrament times for Christmas 2011 to New Year’s Day 2012 are available to view here.