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PRAYER FOR THE POPE
Father in heaven, grant Francis, our Pope, comfort in his suffering.
When he is afraid, give him courage, When afflicted, give him patience, When dejected, afford him hope, And when alone assure him Of the support of our holy people.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen
Adapted from the Ritual of Anointing of the Sick Fr Tony Hill, PP Echuca
HARVEST MASS
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the annual Harvest Mass especially the donations for St Vincents’s DePaul. God bless you all.
SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM 2025
Expression of interest are now being sought for the 2025 Sacramental Program staring in Term 2. This Program is for children in Grade 3 or higher. Children must be baptised. If a child requires Baptism or for any other inquiries please contact Mary Zobec on 0427 190 282.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Stations of the Cross will be prayed during Lent before Mass on Saturdays 8th and 22nd March at 5.30pm, 12th April (Palm Sunday) at 4.30pm and Good Friday at 2.30pm.
DAYLIGHT SAVING - MASS TIME CHANGES
On Sunday 5th April eastern daylight savings time ceases. Therefore Saturday night Masses will move from 6pm to 5pm.
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING
The first Parish Pastoral Council meeting for 2025 has been scheduled for Tuesday 25th March 2025 at 5pm following 4pm Mass.
LENTEN PROGRAM
There are new resources for Lent in the gathering space. You may wish to take home the leaflets for private prayer and reflection or you may wish to form a discussion group with a few friends. Please contact Mary Zobec for more information and resources.
LADIES CUPPA AND CHAT
Ladies you are invited to Cuppa and Chat at Fauna Park Café on Wednesday 12th March at 2pm. If you need a ride, please contact Mary Elliott on 0427 822 754.
SAFEGUARDING
Two years ago Diocese of Sandhurst implemented safeguarding training for all volunteers. Volunteers who completed their course online will be receiving an email to recomplete the training. All volunteers are required to repeat this training regularly. Volunteers who completed their training online will receive an email from support@saltcompliance.com.
Once completed please if able print your certificates, email them to kyabram@sandhurst.catholic.org.au, drop into office or give to Mary Zobec or Annette Ryan. Volunteers who did a group training will be notified of a training session in the coming months.
The Catholic Diocese of Sandhurst is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all persons, especially children, young people and adults at risk and has a zero tolerance of abuse. The Diocese is committed to nationally established standards and protocols of the Catholic Church, as well as being compliant with all government legislation. For further inquires please see Mary Zobec or Annette Ryan.
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A BEQUEST TO THE CHURCH
Have you thought about leaving a bequest to the church? The forms are available in the office if you would like to leave a bequest.These can be filled in and left with your will. Please contact Vicki or email the office for a copy.
DECOMMISSIONING BOOKLETS
If any parishioners would like a copy of the booklet from St Sebastian’s decommissioning Mass, copies are available in the gathering space.
PARKING
Father would like to ask parishioners assistance in leaving the driveway area as parking for those with disabilities or walker.
Please be thoughtful of others.
MONTHLY WORKING BEE
Monthly working bees are being held on the 1st Saturday of the month at 9.30am to do some general cleaning in the Church e.g., dusting, cleaning glass doors, cobwebs, sweeping steps, etc. If you are able to help, we would love to see you.