Our Catholic Identity
The Office of the Bishop recently release some interesting facts to support our understanding of the work of the diocese and our place in it.
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Family and friends are most welcome to attend.
Next Tuesday 15 August Primary classes (Years 3-6) will attend Parish Mass at 12.00 noon to celebrate the Feast of the Assumption. Family and friends are most welcome to attend.
2023 St Joseph's Parish Sacramental Dates
First Holy Communion - Urgent Update
Fr Patrick has made a change to the Year 3 2023 First Holy Communion dates. Please see details below:
- Sunday 13 August 8:30am and 5:30pm masses and bookings remain unchanged.
- Sunday 20 August and 27 August have changed to Sunday 10 September and 17 September both the 8.30am and 5.30pm masses. Families that have booked for either of these dates must rebook via the link below.
Fr Patrick has warmly invited any Year 3 parents and children to read at the First Holy Communion masses along with the presentation of the Gifts (Offertory Procession). Please email the school office if you and your child would like to participate in this way.
In preparation for the sacrament of First Holy Communion Year 3 students attended Reconciliation last Thursday 3 August at 9:30am in the Church with Fr Patrick and Fr Anthony. They will also participate in a ‘First Holy Communion Retreat Day’ this Thursday (10 August) at school facilitated by the Year 3 teachers. Students wear their normal sports uniform on this day.
Sacrament of First Reconciliation - Year 2
Sacramental Parent Prayer Evening - Year 2
Fr Patrick has invited ALL Year 2 parents whose child/ren are making the Sacrament of First Reconciliation 2023/First Holy Communion 2024 in the Bulli Parish to attend a Parent Prayer Evening in the Church on Wednesday 1 November at 6pm.
This is for parents/carers only (not children). On this evening enrolment forms will be handed out. Note: Please be aware that a copy of Baptismal Certificates are required with enrolment form.
Sacrament of First Penance (Year 2) Date Change
Term 4 Week 6 - Thursday 16 November at 9:45am in the Church
Mrs Christine Smith
Religious Education Coordinator