Parish of St. John Vianney

FEAST OF ST ANDREW

The feast of St Andrew, on November 30th, will be celebrated at St Andrew’s School with Mass at 11.00am. As usual, all parishioners are welcome to attend this school Mass.

MEMORIES FROM WORLD YOUTH DAY 2008

More people gathered in Sydney for WYD than for the Olympic Games. The number of people attending the opening Mass was overwhelming: This Mass was a true highlight and the great Amen resounded with power. Readings and prayers were heard in many languages, the meaning of universal became clear. People knelt on concrete, huddled under foil blankets to keep warm, crowding together to receive Jesus. Brilliant Christian concerts were attended at Bondi Beach, talks about love and faith were heard. There was laughter, fun, patriotic face painting, communication between different nationalities, free hugs and awe when the city-wide Stations of the Cross were performed by professional actors and the whole gathering fell into silence at the crucifixion. Our faith is real and huge and evident in this world. The occasion was vibrant, exciting and powerful.

MASS FOR SICK AND ELDERLY

There will be Mass with anointing of the sick on Tuesday 24th November 1.30pm, at St Mark’s church, followed by refreshments in St Mark’s Parish Centre. Please let a member of the SVP or Carolyn know if you require transport on that

HCPT SALE

SVP & PRO-LIFE SALE The SVP and Pro-Life after Mass Sale will take place on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd November at Holy Family church. The usual goodies of home made jams and cakes, Christmas gifts etc will be on sale. Any new saleable items you may have lying around at home would be gratefully received. The HCPT Pilgrimage Trust will be holding a sale on Sunday 6th December in St Mark’s Parish Centre 10.00am – 12.30pm (midday). They will have a range of Christmas goodies. Please try to support them. Many thanks.