Here are the announcements for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, the 26th of May:
PASCHAL PRECEPT
A reminder that all Catholics are obliged to go to Confession and Communion at least once a year between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday (26th May 2024).
FATIMA DAY – MAY 13th & 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SHRINE
Fatima Day was a great success, due to all the rain, the Mass was celebrated in the Church. There was a little over 2000 people in attendance. The Main Celebrant was Bishop Brian Mascord. Thank you to the Bishop for celebrating an inspiring liturgy and giving a fantastic homily. The procession took place as usual. Thank you to all who participated and helped organised it was truly a great day. The next major event to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Shrine will be Sunday 13th October.
MORNING TEA
There will be a break from the monthly morning tea after the 8am Mass for the winter season. This will recommence Sunday 15th September.
SOLEMNITY OF THE BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST (CORPUS CHRISTI)
The Solemnity of Corpus Christi will be celebrated on Sunday 2nd June. Following the 8am and 9:30am Masses there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and silent Adoration. After the 11am Mass there will be a Eucharistic procession concluding with Solemn Benediction at the outdoor Altar of the Shrine Church. All are invited to come along and participate.
NOVENA TO ST ANTHONY OF PADUA
The Novena will be prayed during the 11am Mass from 4th-12th June. Novena slips are available on the side table for those wishing to add their intentions.
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Fr Richard is looking to hire someone in a part time position as Sacristan. The role of the Sacristan is to prepare for Mass and other liturgical celebrations, help in cleaning and keeping the Church and Sacristy tidy and in order. The Sacristan also liaises and assists the Shrine Mater of Ceremonies (Br Augustine) in bigger liturgical celebrations as well as meeting, greeting and assisting with the various Clergy and pilgrimage groups that come to the Shrine and use the Shrine Church. For more information and specifics or to get a copy of the job description please speak to Fr Richard, Prior & Rector.