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From Fr Bob Maguire - 28 May 2009

Sunday, May 31, 2009

Priest Peter Kennedy on ABC 'Australian Story' made me think. Maybe his sin is that he offends the Roman part of Catholicism, and has slid into a possibly South Brisbane 'rite' of Catholicism.
The adjective 'Roman' applies more properly to the diocese of Rome, than to the worldwide church that is in union with the Bishop of Rome. Read Father Maguire's blog.


Posted at 4:25 PM

Heart of St. Kilda Concert

Some of Australia’s finest performers are wearing their hearts on their sleeves and helping to raise finds to support Sacred Heart Mission.
The Heart of St Kilda Concert, on 4 June at the Palais Theatre, features Blue King Brown, Joe Camilleri, Kate Ceberano, Sea Choolburra, Stephen Cummings, Greg Fleet, Tom Gleeson, Ash Grunwald, Icehouse, Mick Molloy, Brian Nankervis, Celia Pacquola, Tex Perkins, Rockwiz Orchestra, Tim Rogers, Sacred Weird Little Guys, Mark Seymour, Dan Sultan and Julia Zemiro. Tickets on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com.au


Posted at 4:24 PM

First Eucharist at Sts Peter and Paul's, South Melbourne

Sunday, 21 June at 10 o'clock Mass


Posted at 4:22 PM

Missing banner

If you know the whereabouts of the Bob Maguire Foundation banner, please notify the parish office (9696 0644).


Posted at 4:21 PM

From Fr Bob Maguire - 21 May 2009

Friday, May 22, 2009

I’ve been talked into twitter. Not sure I measure up. I’m confused. Are we no longer to have a single unpublished thought? Maybe that’s not even the point. Read more.


Posted at 5:10 PM

Parish feast day

A date for your diary – Sunday 28 June Feast of Sts Peter & Paul
10 am Mass – followed by a multicultural brunch.
Please bring a dish from the cuisine of your culture to share with the community.
A day for all parishioners to attend.


Posted at 5:08 PM

Fr Gerry Fitzgerald

Fr Gerry Fitzgerald’s Golden Jubilee. Fr Gerry Fitzgerald will celebrate his 50th anniversary of Ordination on Sunday 14 June. He will celebrate Mass at Holy Cross Church, Caulfield South at 10 am, followed by lunch in the Parish Community Centre. If you want to be there, please contact Christina (9528 5988) by 2 June or email her at holycrossoffice@bigpond.com


Posted at 5:07 PM

From Fr Bob Maguire - 14 May 2009

Friday, May 15, 2009

Lots of funerals and preparations for funerals. I learn more about the divine humanity of ordinary people on these occasions, than on any other. Click to read this week's blog


Posted at 6:07 PM

Do you have expertise with flowers?

For some time now our flower arrangements have been beautifully created each week by Jazzi and Margaret. Unfortunately, Jazzi will be leaving the parish shortly so we are in need of someone to take her place. If you can spare approx 2 hours on either a Friday or Saturday morning every 3 or 4 weeks, we would be very grateful for your help. Please contact Carol on 9699 2892 or email cp2711@hotmail.com for further details


Posted at 6:05 PM

Hospitality help needed

No doubt most parishioners are aware that Father Bob conducts baptisms most Sundays at 12 noon. We are currently looking for parishioners who would be happy to take turns to help on these occasions. You would need to be at the church for about an hour, starting 15 minutes before the ceremony is due to begin, to welcome family members and answer the questions they have, such as where to sit, when and where they can take photos and where the toilets are.
If you’re happy to help, please contact the Hospitality Team: Andy Sattler (sattler@internode.on.net or 0458 024 162) or Leonie Giuffrida (LGiuffrida@studygroup.com or 9681 6649


Posted at 6:04 PM

First Eucharist

This sacrament for the children at Galilee School and for other children in the parish will be on Sunday 21 June at 10 o'clock Mass. For information about instruction please contact parish catechist Sue Kidd on 9646 2686.


Posted at 6:02 PM

Pease pray for Louis Perrone, Shona and Connie Grima.


Posted at 6:01 PM

Parish history: help needed

Rob Grogan is looking for a copy (not a photocopy) of either the Prunty or Moffat histories of Sts Peter & Paul that he could borrow. Rob can be contacted on either 9699 2895 or email robertsgrogan@hotmail.com


Posted at 6:00 PM

Parish History

Parish historian Rob Grogan is looking for a copy (not a photocopy) of either the Prunty or Moffat histories of Sts Peter & Paul that he could borrow. Rob can be contacted on either 9699 2895 or email robertsgrogan@hotmail.com


Posted at 5:59 PM

Heart of St. Kilda Concert

Some of Australia’s finest performers are wearing their hearts on their sleeves and helping to raise finds to support Sacred Heart Mission. The Heart of St Kilda Concert, on 4 June at the Palais Theatre, features Blue King Brown, Joe Camilleri, Kate Ceberano, Sea Choolburra, Stephen Cummings, Greg Fleet, Tom Gleeson, Ash Grunwald, Icehouse, Mick Molloy, Brian Nankervis, Celia Pacquola, Tex Perkins, Rockwiz Orchestra, Tim Rogers, Sacred Weird Little Guys, Mark Seymour, Dan Sultan and Julia Zemiro.
Tickets on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com.au


Posted at 5:56 PM

Signs of Life - exhibition of prisoners’ art.

The exhibition opens at Mary of the Cross Centre, 7 Brunswick St., Fitzroy at 5 pm on 29 May. Come along and be touched by the talent of the women and men in the prisons of Victoria and offer your support and encouragement to the Catholic Prison Ministry Chaplaincy team. Entry: Gold coin donation.


Posted at 5:54 PM

De La Salle Reunion

De La Salle Old Collegians Association Malvern The annual Mass and reunion will be held on Wednesday 27 May at St Joseph’s Church, Malvern at 6.30 pm. Following the Mass a get together will take place at the Kinnoull Campus Theatrette (Supper $20) Old Boy priests welcome to concelebrate. Details and bookings: Michael Bohan Honorary Secretary 03 9889 1550 (ah), 0439 172 465, Michael.Bohan@kerry.com.


Posted at 5:51 PM

Chicken & champagne with the FCJs

17 June 17, 2009, 7.15 for 7.30 at Centenary Hall, Genazzano FCJ College
Guest speaker: Sister Paola Terroni, FCJ, Coordinator of the FCJ Learning and Development Centre in Manila. Sr. Paola works on the ground in Manila among the poorest of the poor and some of her stories are almost impossible for us to believe from the comfort of our homes in Melbourne. A Scholarship Program for 10 students in the Philippines to go to College for four years and for three nurses in Romania will be launched. Goods made by the women at the FCJ Centre will be on sale!
Donation: $25. Book your tickets by June 1 to help with catering arrangements, for further details please contact Julie Chamberlin on 9853 6527


Posted at 5:48 PM

From Fr Bob Maguire - 7 May 2009

Sunday, May 10, 2009

We’re sliding into winter here in Melbourne, hopefully not Shakespeare’s 'winter of our discontent' Read Fr Maguire's blog..


Posted at 9:01 PM

Kilbride Tuesday Evening Conversations

On 12 May at 7 pm Maryanne Confoy will explore the issue of inclusivity and the transforming power of forgiveness in today’s world, using the Amish Community example of forgiveness as a basis. RSVP: 96901076


Posted at 9:00 PM

Thank you

I wish to extend a very special thank you to Andy & Geraldine Sattler and Leonie & Joe Giuffrida for setting up the church for last Saturday’s event, and also to those who provided afternoon tea and cleaned up afterwards. There were just so many lovely goodies and the visitors were very appreciative of your efforts, especially who ever made the scones. Carol


Posted at 9:00 PM

Reminders of previous posts. See list at left

First Eucharist - 21 June (classes from 4 June)
Is Paul a Catholic? Knox lecture - 13 May
Assistance to priest for baptisms - 12 noon Sundays
Chicken and Champagne with the FCJs - 17 May
Emerald Hill Mission race day - 16 May


Posted at 8:58 PM

From Fr Bob Maguire - 30 April 2009

Saturday, May 2, 2009

Late in the afternoon of August 18 1966, as the Battle of Long Tan raged at a nearby rubber plantation, Australian commander Brigadier David Jackson grew more agitated by the minute at his headquarters at Nui Dat.
A few kilometers from the Australian base, 120 men from Delta company, 6th battalion Royal Australian Regiment (6 RAR), pinned down, were fighting for survival. They were about to run out of ammunition and in grave danger of being overrun by a 2000-strong force that included Vietcong fighters and a crack North Vietnamese army battalion.
Why is this relevant?


Posted at 3:10 PM

Mothers' Day

Next Sunday at the 10am Mass men will do all jobs including serving of Morning Tea as a Mothers' Day treat for the women of the parish. We will give each family a flower to put the flower in a vase to be placed on Our Lady’s altar in memory of our mothers.


Posted at 3:08 PM

Chicken and Champagne with the FCJs

Fundraising evening at Centenary Hall, Genezzano College on Wednesday, 17 June, 7.15 (for 7.30). Guest speaker is Sister Paola Terroni, FCJ, Coordinator of the FCJ Learning and Development Centre in Manila. A Scholarship Program for 10 students in the Philippines to go to college for four years and another for three nurses in Romania will be launched. Donation: $25. Bookings Julie Chamberlin on 9853 6527


Posted at 3:07 PM

Is Paul a Catholic?

Rev Dr. Brendan Byrne will deliver the 2009 Knox Public Lecture: ‘Is Paul a Catholic?' on 13 May at 7.30 pm in the Knox Room at CTC. Refreshments provided afterwards. For bookings or information: email ctc@ctc.edu.au or phone 9412 3314 by Friday 8 May.


Posted at 3:04 PM

Emerald Hill Mission annual race day

Friday, May 1, 2009

You are warmly invited to join a parish Table at Flemington on Saturday 16 May 2009. Tickets ($125) include lunch, drinks, entertainment and entry to the Members Reserve. Contact Kevin Lee (9527 4317) or Colin Crawford (9699 6050).


Posted at 6:28 PM

'The Interconnectedness of all things'

Reflection day at Kilbride Centre.‘The earth is a sacred community. Each particular being in the universe is needed by the entire universe.’ Thomas Berry.Tuesday, May 5 from 10 to 3 or come just for meditation at 2 pm. $20/donation RSVP 9690 1076 Kilbride Centre


Posted at 6:24 PM

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