AUGUSTINIAN CHAPTER SYDNEY

The Australian Provincial Chapter, a gathering of Augustinian men from Australia, Vietnam and Korea concluded in Sydney on Friday 5th July. A review of the communities and works of the Augustinians in the past two years was conducted and a course set for the coming period. There are no changes of personnel in the South Yarra community.

IGNITE THE LIGHT RETREAT

Fr Saldie Resolado OSA will lead a retreat for the young adults of the parish on Saturday 15^th June from 11am to 5pm at St Joseph’s Centre. All welcome.

MELBOURNE VICAR GENERAL APPOINTED AS CAIRNS BISHOP

The Holy Father has appointed the Vicar General of the Archdiocese of Melbourne as the new Bishop of Cairns, Queensland. Our prayers accompany him as he prepares for this new role as pastor. Read more. 

 

 

“TAKE THE WAY OF THE GOSPEL” – ARCHDIOCESAN MISSION RENEWAL

 Read an introduction to Parish Mission Renewal here.

A Blog Page has been uploaded to update parishioners on the ongoing process. To view the Blog click here. 

 

RCIA 2024 CONCLUDES

We congratulate and pray for Patrick Vo, Charlyne Domingo, Paola Padilla and Melati Russ, who were, respectively, baptised, confirmed and received into the Church on Pentecost Sunday at St Joseph’s Church. We also congratulate and thank their sponsors, families, and Parish RCIA Team.

PENTECOST SUNDAY MAY 19TH – INTERNATIONAL MASS

We celebrated the international character of our parish community with prayers in various languages. You might consider wearing something red in keeping with the liturgical colour of the feast. 

RCIA GROUP – CONGRATULATIONS  

Sincere congratulations to the RCIA candidates who are to be baptised confirmed and received into the church this Sunday – Patrick, Melati, Charlyne and Paola. Thanks to all who have supported them through the program in 2024.

FEAST OF SAINT RITA OF CASCIA – AUGUSTINIAN – MAY 22^ND

The feast of one of our Augustinian saints, Rita of Cascia is marked in many places by the blessing and distribution of roses which are then offered to the sick. Rita was a woman of the fifteenth century central Italy who lived her Christian vocation in three states of life, as a wife and mother, a widow and as a contemplative religious.

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL REPORT ON MAY MEETING

Among matters discussed at Parish Council during the week were  -the situation of the ministry at the Alfred Hospital where there is no longer a Catholic Chaplain, the consolidation of a social committee, the 2025 renewal of the Lease Agreement with SJOS, new safeguarding codes, and some maintenance issues in the parish.

CHILDREN’S FIRST RECONCILIATION

Preparation classes for children making their First Reconciliation will begin in May, Please contact Stefphy at the parish office.

VOCATIONS SUNDAY

Let us pray for the young people in our community, and in our families and circle of friends. May our prayers help them to be open to the Lord’s call to consecrated life or priesthood especially in the Order of St Augustine. View Augustinian Vocations Sunday Video here.

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL 2024

Congratulations to our new Parish Council members, Averyl Menezes, Benedict See and Ione Almeida. Thanks again to our retiring councillors and all parishioners who attended.