PASTORAL PLANNING INVITATION to attend the Second Pastoral Planning Plenary Session on Saturday 18 September (10.00am-2.30pm) at Saint Patrick's College Campbelltown (4 St John's Road, Campbelltown). Morning Tea and Lunch provided. The purpose of the Second Plenary Session is to come together as a Diocese and develop ACTIONS for the Diocesan Pastoral Plan. Check out our website www.ourjourneyahead.org.au for more information and look out for the next issue of Journey Magazine (due out early September) which will contain important information on the draft actions leading up to the Plenary Session. RSVP to Jane Edwards at pastoralplanning@woll.catholic.org.au or 4253 0899.
Y God is on this Sunday (for those aged 16-35ish) 3.00pm at St Paul's Parish, Camden. Come along and join in the conversation with Fr Christian Fini - 'Footy Fever: Australia's Real Religion'. For more information contact Loretta on 4253 0809 or email youth@dow.org.au.
BEGINNING THEOLOGY COURSE commencing September. Study from home and meet with fellow students in Campbelltown, Kiama or Wollongong. Contact Jane Edwards on 4253 0899 or jane.edwards@woll.catholic.org.au for more information.
21/22 August International Lighthouse Weekend Creation Walk (3) Learn about the geology and view fossils on the part of the earth we now live in. Parish of Ss Peter & Paul, Kiama, Lighthouse Project. Contact Ann 4234 0865, Marie 4232 1535 or Ben 4232 2319
21-29 August 8 Day Directed Retreat Listen in the silence, with no other light but that which in your heart burns for God. Accompanied by the Retreat Team. St Mary's Towers, Douglas Park. 4630 9159
24 August Catholic Women's League Diocesan Meeting, 10.00am. Xavier Centre, Bellambi
27 August Prayer Around the Cross Drawing inspiration from the prayers and music of Taize in France reconciling people from across faith denominations to offer a quiet atmosphere for prayer and reflection. Gerringong, St Mary's Catholic Church, Fern Street 7.00pm. Contact John Brentnall 4464 1034
29 August Many Cultures – One in Christ, Mass & Festival commencing 2.00pm at St John Vianney's Church, 1 Cabbage Tree Lane, Fairy Meadow. Come and celebrate the wonderful cultural diversity of our Diocese with Bishop Ingham and our many cultural communities. The annual Mass and festival is a great opportunity to experience the breadth of cultures within our Diocese. The day includes a procession of national flags, food sampling and cultural concert items.
31 August Spirituality in the Pub Bulli Heritage Hotel, Princes Highway, Bulli. 7.30pm – 9.00pm Contact Simonette Bunder 4227 5637 or wollsip@gmail.com
3 – 9 September Meditations on Mark's Portrait of Jesus and His Relationship with His Chosen Disciples Six Day Preached Retreat Presenter Fr Anthony Arthur msc Cost $450 full accommodation. Begins 6.00pm on first day and ends 3.00pm with Eucharist on last day. Hartzer Park Centre, Eridge Park Contact 4861 3223 hartzprk@bigpond.net.au
3 – 5 September Through Nature to God – Weekend Retreat Nature "proclaims the glory of God" Ps 18: we will look a this great truth in the Bible and in the Spiritual Canticle of St John of the Cross. Fr Johnny Arattukulam OCD Mount Carmel Retreat Centre, Varroville 9603 1433
September 4, 11 & 25 WORKSHOPS: NEW TRANSLATION OF THE MISSAL. Three regional gatherings will be conducted by the Diocesan Liturgical Commission to introduce the new translation of the Missal to be implemented in all Parishes during 2011. All parishioners are invited. There is one session repeated in each of the regions of the Diocese. Choose the session most convenient for you. Details are as follows: VARROVILLE, Saturday, 4 September. 10.00am -1.00pm, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish hall, St Andrews Road. ALBION PARK, Saturday, 11 September. 10.00am -1.00pm, St Paul's Parish hall, Tongarra Road. NOWRA, Saturday, 25 September. 10.00am -1.00pm, St Michael's Parish Centre, 20 North Street. Please phone 4253 0934 to register or email helen.bennett@woll.catholic.org.au
4 September Country and Western Music Club Good News Community Prayer and leisure program for adults with a disability. Sr Jeanie Heininger 0405 158 763
8 September Mary Night Devotions to Our Lady. 7.00pm. St Patrick's Port Kembla Parish
10 September Life Ascending Bookclub 10.00am – 12noon Life Ascending is for Catholics and all Christians in their middle and later years. Spirituality to deepen awareness of God in their lives. Friendship to create and enjoy close and lasting friendships. Loving Service to share their wisdom and concern for all those in need. Our Bookclub tries to achieve the above by sharing our insights in the books we have decided to read. Contact Simonette Bunder 4227 5637
11 September Doing God's Will & Forgiving Others – Day Retreat We will look at what St Teresa has to teach us about these two vital aspects in our journey to God. Fr Aloysius Rego OCD. Mount Carmel Retreat Centre, Varroville 9603 1433
12 September Bush Mass and Family Picnic Connected to each other in the Body of Christ we celebrate Mass with and in God's creation: amidst the wondrous cathedral of trees and accompanied by the birdsong chorus. Join us around God's table and afterwards for the family picnic lunch. Parish of Ss Peter & Paul, Kiama, Lighthouse Project Contact Ann 4234 0865, Marie 4232 1535 or Ben 4232 2319
16 September e-Conference: Jesus the Christ Three venues: Wollongong, Varroville or Oak Flats Keynote: Fr Gerald Collins SJ There will be special regional gatherings for people to watch and discuss this national adult faith enrichment opportunity. Alternatively, view it on your own computer. For details contact 4253 0900.
17 – 23 September Spirituality of Aging 6 Day Guided Retreat on Ageing A retreat for older people, based on the belief that the evening of life is a season to love the things of God, the people of God and be one in God. It is said that the focus of the first half of life is to learn how to make the outer journey. The task of the second half is embracing the inner journey of the soul. Whether one is just stepping into this stage of life, or is well along its path, the invitation offered is gentle hospitality towards oneself, others and God. We attend to deepening our intimacy with God in company with Jesus, as we continue, or embark upon this last and greatest stage of our life's journey. This retreat enables us to bring the workshops and seminars on aging and retirement to the deeper level of prayer and relationship. Presented by Sr. Mary Baker rsj, Sr. Lois Ann Richardi csfn, and Mrs. Barbara Bowring St Mary's Towers, Douglas Park. 4630 9159
24 September Prayer Around the Cross Drawing inspiration from the prayers and music of Taize in France reconciling people from across faith denominations to offer a quiet atmosphere for prayer and reflection. Jamberoo, Uniting Church, Whyalla Road 7.00pm. Contact John Brentnall 4464 1034
25 September FOOD, WINE & MUSIC FAIR, BOWRAL in the grounds of St Thomas Aquinas, Bowral 10.00am – 4.00pm. In the evening a musical show "The Buddy Holly Story" will be held at the same venue. This is a well known show with international repute. Tickets: $25.00 adults and $5.00 for children under 12. Food and bar available. No BYO. For information telephone 4861 1902.
26 September Living from the Heart Prayer Day Facilitator Sr Megan Donohue olsh 9.30am – 4.00pm; cost $80 includes lunch, morning tea and afternoon tea Hartzer Park Centre, Eridge Park Contact 4861 3223 hartzprk@bigpond.net.au
26 September Social Justice Sunday
27 September to 3 October Enjoying God - Women Mystics 6 Day Guided Retreat Presented by Dr. Kerrie Hide msc St Mary's Towers, Douglas Park. 4630 9159
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