Sacrament of Confirmation

New date for the Sacrament of Confirmation

Weekend of 20th-21st November 2021

More information to follow.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

United Nations International Day of Peace September 21

Recovering better for an equitable and sustainable world

The United Nations hopes this year's theme will inspire to think creatively and collectively about how we can make our world more inclusive, equitable, sustainable and healthier. The International Day of Peace aims for a 24-hour cease-fire between all warring parties, encouraging cooperation across borders and compassion in the midst of a global pandemic. 

Why is it important? 

Peace means freedom from disturbance; a time of tranquillity when you’re not disturbed by anyone or anything. Peace involves understanding each other and working together to find solutions to problems. 

Any other approach to dealing with difficult issues causes pain and suffering, so International Day of Peace functions to facilitate the conditions where peaceful solutions can come about. 

On global and individual scales, peace requires respect and compassion. Why not talk to our children about the importance of respect and acting kindly towards others on this International Day of Peace? 

Celebrating International Day of Peace with our children.

Below are some activities that you might like to engage in at home to explore and celebrate ‘peace’. More information about UN International Day of Peace can be found here: https://internationaldayofpeace.org/get-involved/

Make a peace dove mobile:

The dove is a common bird that has very symbolic history. Many religions and cultures celebrate doves as a symbol of peace. The best part is that doves live all over the world. Make origami doves and hang them from a coat hanger to make a mobile. Here is a video showing you how to fold an origami dove: https://video.link/w/Yek9c

Sing a song:

Peace Like a River Song https://video.link/w/zgk9c

Enjoy these children’s books that explore different perspectives of peace:

Whoever you Are Wherever You Are written by Mem Fox  https://video.link/w/pul9c

I am Peace written by Susan Verde https://video.link/w/5ul9c

The Peace Book written by Todd Parr https://video.link/w/Pul9c

What Does Peace Feel Like? Written by Vladimir Rudunsky  https://video.link/w/1wl9c

Prayer for Peace

God of peace and mercy, Help us to see with your eyes: eyes which notice one another and help us understand. Help us to dream your dream: of communities that reach out with dialogue and where diverse people creatively cooperate. Help us to be people of solidarity and action, so moved by prayer, encounter, and understanding that peace can become a reality. Amen.

—US Conference of Catholic Bishops

Religious Education During Remote Learning

Check out the incredible learning that our students are engaging in Religious Education during Remote Learning.

Kindergarten have been learning about houses in the time of Jesus. They have been looking carefully at images of the ancient homes and who would have lived in those houses in Jesus' time. They have also been thinking carefully about how Jesus would have lived and how he was taught about God by his parents and his extended family. 

Livestreamed Online Masses

St Christopher’s Cathedral
12.15 pm Monday to Saturday masses and the 11 am Sunday mass
Link: https:// www.catholicvoice.org.au/mass-online/

St Benedict’s Parish livestreamed online Masses- please visit the parish website and Facebook page.

While our churches are closed, Archbishop Christopher would like to invite all to pray the Rosary via Zoom today at 4 pm. 

All you need are your Rosary beads and your intentions.

TIME: Every Wednesday and Friday at 4 pm sharp!

(Archbishop Christopher will lead us today in the Glorious Mysteries)

ZOOM DETAILS: Simply click on the link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85022458332?pwd=MDZ4ODFhNjIvdnpFd21aVDQzWnAydz09

Or enter in the details below after opening the Zoom app

Meeting ID: 850 2245 8332
Passcode: 543675