Parish News
In addition to the Newsletter, we are sharing some events coming up in the Parish.
Children’s Mass (Children’s Week: 18-26 Oct)
Children’s Mass Participant request
St Martin’s will be dedicating the 10am Mass on Sunday 19th October to the children of the parish.
Children from all year levels are invited to take part in the Mass along with their families. Children need to also be available to attend a short rhearsal after 10am Mass on Sunday 12th October. Please contact Sr Maria on 9401 6396 or email maria.bui@cam.org.au if you want your child / children to be involved.
The Catholic Tapestry: Our Faith, Our Cultures
At St. Martin of Tours, we are truly blessed with a community whose diverse backgrounds enrich our shared Catholic faith. Our traditions and practices are a beautiful blend of cultures from around the world, and they weave a unique tapestry right here within our parish.
This new column, 'The Catholic Tapestry', is dedicated to sharing the varied and vibrant
ways our parishioners live out their Catholic faith.
We are looking for your stories—whether it's a cherished family custom, a unique cultural devotional practice, or a moving memory from a parish abroad. Your personal histories help us appreciate the countless expressions of our universal Church.
What unique traditions shape your faith journey?
We warmly invite you to contribute your story to this space! By sharing, you help us celebrate the rich diversity that strengthens our bonds and enriches our parish family.
Please submit your stories to the parish secretary at macleod@cam.org.au
We look forward to reading the remarkable ways you live out your Catholic faith!
SAVE THE DATE: PARISH FEAST DAY CELEBRATION!
Mark your calendars! We will be taking the spirit of 'The Catholic Tapestry' to the altar as we celebrate our patron, St. Martin of Tours, on Sunday, 9 November, 2025, with a special Feast Day Mass.
You are all invited to come dressed in your cultural best! Let us joyfully celebrate our diverse heritage as one faith family.
Volunteers Needed to Serve Our Community!
To make this celebration a success, we are looking for volunteers to assist with the food and the service itself.
We are also seeking parishioners to participate in these special ways:
· Readers for the Prayers of the Faithful: We are looking for readers who can proclaim the prayers in their native language (subtitles will be displayed on the screens as well)
· Offertory Volunteers: We need volunteers who can come forward in their cultural dress to participate in the Offertory procession.
If you are able to share your time and gifts, please contact the parish office to sign up OR via the sign up sheets at the foyer from next week.