Catholic Identity

Our new bishop 

It is always a privilege to witness significant moments in the life of our Church, and yesterday Matt and I were honoured to attend the installation of Bishop René at Sacred Heart Cathedral. The ceremony was rich in tradition, celebration and reverence, bringing together people from across the Diocese to welcome Bishop René into his new ministry. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome him to the St Monica’s community in the months ahead.

Last week, our Sacramental Program commenced, with 17 students beginning their preparation to receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Eucharist. This is a special time in the faith journey of these young people and their families. The Sacramental celebration will take place at St Joseph’s Church on Friday, 5 September. We ask our school community to keep these students and their families in your prayers as they prepare for this important occasion.

This week also marked the return of our weekly school Masses, with our Grade 4 students attending Friday morning Mass alongside parishioners from St Monica’s Parish. Participation in these celebrations provides valuable opportunities for students to grow in their faith and strengthen their connection with our parish community.

St Monica’s Feast Day

Please add the following date to your calendar. Our St Monica’s Feast Day Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, 27 August, at 9:30am at St Joseph’s Church, Quarry Hill. The entire school community will gather to celebrate our patron saint and give thanks for the many blessings of our school. We warmly invite all parents, carers and family members to join us for this special celebration.

We look forward to sharing these important faith experiences with our students and families throughout the term.  

Parish Connection

TERM 3 - Class Masses

Thank you to the families who join us each week for the celebration of Mass. We are so grateful for your partnership and look forward to continuing 2026 together in faith, learning and community. A new timetable is below for this Term 3.

Parish Mass Times

Sacred Heart Cathedral | Wed, Fri: 8am; Sun: 8:30am, 11am, 6pm (DST only)

St Joseph’s Church, Quarry Hill | Tue: 6pm; Thu: 9am; Sat: 6pm

St Monica’s, Kangaroo Flat | Fri: 9:15am; Sat: 6pm; Sun: 9am

Reconciliation

Sacred Heart Cathedral | Sat: 10:30-11:30am

Baptisms

By appointment.

Weddings

By appointment.

Altar Servers Ministry

Our Cluster Parishes are looking for new altar servers. Recruitment is open for those who have received their Confirmation and First Eucharist and are willing to serve in the Church. Expressions of interest are most welcome. Parish Office at 5443 4400.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Children (RCIC) who Have Reached Catechetical Age

The Sacred Heart Cathedral Cluster of Parishes invites children aged 7+ and are interested in becoming Catholic to enrol in our RCIC Program. This program is “intended for children, not baptised as infants, who have attained the use of reason and are of catechetical age (7 years old and over). They seek Christian initiation either at the direction of their parents or guardians or, with parental permission, on their own initiative.” (RCIA, 306)

• St Joseph’s Church, Quarry Hill, Sat 6pm;
• St Monica’s Church, Kangaroo Flat, Sat 6pm, Sun 9am;
• Sacred Heart Cathedral, Sun 11am.

If you are interested, please ring the Parish Office at 03 5443 4400 

or email the Cathedral Office: cathedral@cdos.org.au