Parish Update template - Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne

14 February 2018¦No. 5

FEBRUARY HEARING HEALING HOPE: A CONFERENCE Wednesday 21 to Friday 23 February Catholic Leadership Centre, 576 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne Presented by Catholic Social Services Victoria, this conference is the national conference for all Catholic social services, with scores of illustrious presenters over the three days, from archbishops to priests, academics to leaders in the Church’s delivery of social services. The event will address key issues facing our society and our sector, and at each stage looking at the implications for us as individuals, for our organisations and for our sector. The conference program outlines the way that the theme of ‘Hearing, healing, hope’ will be played out through forums, workshops, liturgies, etc. ‘A healthy earth for a flourishing society’ and ‘Family violence prevention and response’ are two key conference topics. Other features include these forums:  Changing the economic paradigm, with Joe Zabar, Ged Kearney and John Roskam  Responding to abuse, ensuring safe environments and dedication to service  Mary MacKillop Oration, with Geraldine Doogue  The 2020 Plenary Council of the Church in Australia  Key current issues in human rights (as we celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights). Workshops on NDIS, housing, governance issues, Indigenous engagement, parishes and service, caring for vulnerable clients and many more will ensure a comprehensive understanding of key issues. Cost: $425, plus $75 for conference dinner. A group discount of 10% is available for four or more tickets. Web: https://www.css.org.au/Conferences/Hearing-Healing-Hope-2018 Bookings: www.css.org.au Details: Lucia Brick on 9287 5566 or [email protected] DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/CSSV2018ConferenceFebruary.pdf

MASS FOR YOUNG ADULTS: SOUTH MELBOURNE Wednesday 21 February, 7pm Sts Peter and Paul's, Corner Dorcas and Montague Streets, South Melbourne Join Melbourne’s Archbishop Denis Hart for this February celebration Mass for Youth. Join young people from all over Melbourne for this occasion as we enter into the season of Lent. Mass will be followed by refreshments and fellowship. DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/Mass4YoungAdults.JPG

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PUBLIC TALK: OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE Thursday 22 February, 7.30pm St Mary Star of the Sea, 33 Howard Street, West Melbourne Join international speaker, author and mother Christina King and learn about the miraculous image of Our Lady of Guadalupe that converted millions to the Catholic faith and confounds scientific explanation. Find out why this image is still changing so many hearts and inspiring the pro-life movement. Cost: Free Registration: parousiamedia.com/events

EMBRACING YOUR GREATNESS: WOMEN'S DAY RETREAT Friday 23 February, 9.30am–2.15pm LIHM Convent, 29 Barellan Close, St Albans Join international speaker and author Christina King and the Leaven of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (LIHM) sisters for an inspiring and spiritually enriching day. Crèche available on request. Cost: $30 (morning tea provided, BYO lunch) Details and registration: http://tinyurl.com/CKRetreat

2018 LENTEN MISSION, ST LUKE’S, WANTIRNA Friday 23 February, 7pm St Luke’s, 1 Ipswich Court, Wantirna Presented by the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, Lenten themes will be developed at St Luke’s with a special Stations of the Cross for families at 7pm. The charism to families will be a highlight of weekend Masses of Saturday and Sunday 24 and 25 February at St Luke’s. Details: 9801 8411 or [email protected] DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/LentenMissionStLukeWantirna.pdf

CHRISTINA KING PUBLIC TALK: GOD'S PLAN FOR LOVE AND MARRIAGE Friday 23 February, 7pm St Agatha’s, 129 Sladen Street, Cranbourne Join author and dynamic speaker Christina King for a look at God’s original plan for love. Discover how Christ’s coming ‘in the flesh’ reveals who God is and his call to love and be loved in and through our bodies. Get a complete overview of St John Paul the Great's Theology of the body and why it is an antidote to a culture of death and relativism that no longer seems to understand what it means to be male and female. Cost: Free RSVP: tinyurl.com/StAgathasCK DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/GodsPlan4Love&Marriage.pdf

CATHOLIC BOOK CLUB Friday 23 February, 7pm Caroline Chisholm Library, Level 3, 358 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne Anyone interested in reading and discussing Christian books and poetry is welcome to join the monthly meetings of The Catholic Book Club. This month the book for discussion is The snake pit by Sigrid Undset (Volume two of The master of Hestviken series). Details: Paul Nixon on 0405 486 531 or www.melbournecatholicbookclub.yolasite.com

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STATIONS + FISH AND CHIPS Friday evenings 23 February and 2, 9, 16 and 23 March, 7pm Sts Peter and Paul’s, corner Dorcas and Montague Streets, South Melbourne Every Friday in Lent, at 7pm, you’re invited to join the faith community at Sts Peter and Paul’s for Stations of the Cross, followed by a communal fellowship gathering of fish and chips! Note: not Good Friday evening. Details: Fr Dean on 9690 5895 FESTIVAL OF SPIRITUAL FILMS Saturday 24 February, 9.30am–4.30pm Carmelite Centre, O’Connor Pilkington Rooms, 214 Richardson Street, Middle Park Join your host Peter Thomas to watch and discuss five films, each offering a different perspective on spirituality and the spiritual life. After each film, time will be allocated for open discussion. BYO lunch or visit nearby cafes during lunch break. Tea, coffee and light refreshments available. The films: Add religion and stir: A snapshot of the changing face of religions in multicultural Australia and their commonalities. Freedom or madness: Follows the daily routine of six people who have chosen to live their spirituality as hermits. The business of making saints: An in-depth investigation of how the Catholic Church creates saints. Shot in Italy, England, US and Australia. Hazaribag Jesuits: Australian Jesuits who left Port Melbourne to go to India in the 1950s and 60s relate their experiences. Martyrs of Timor: This film looks at those who died for justice in East Timor when the country was on the brink of independence. Cost: $35 Details: 9690 5430 or [email protected] Bookings: www.trybooking.com/344161 DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/FilmFestivalCarmelites.pdf PARISH EASTER SEASON PLANNING DAY: FINDING JESUS Saturday 24 February, 10am–3pm Catholic Leadership Centre, Corner Victoria Parade and Hoddle Street, East Melbourne Come and join us for an Easter Season planning day, commencing with a keynote presentation by Assoc. Prof. Dr Mary Coloe pbvm, exploring the readings for the season, followed by a range of workshops to assist parishes in planning for this significant time in the Liturgical year. Details: Suzanne Hermon on 9926 5761 or [email protected] Registration: https://www.trybooking.com/TMXY Cost: $30 including morning tea and lunch RSVP: by Wednesday 21 February DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/FindingJesusEasterPlanningDay.pdf SOUTHERN STARS PARTY FOR SINGLE CATHOLICS Saturday 24 February, 8pm Benedict House, 301 Warrigal Road, Burwood For single Catholics in the 28 to 60 age group, the Southern Stars Social Club hosts another Saturday night of music, fun and live entertainment, with supper provided. Lucky door prizes too! Cost: $13 Details: Peter on 9885 2167 DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/SouthernStarsPartyNight.pdf Page 3 of 11


AN EVENING FOR MARRIED COUPLES Saturday 24 February, 8–9.30pm Cardinal Knox Centre, 383 Albert Street, East Melbourne The Life, Marriage and Family Office, together with the Emmanuel Community, welcomes all engaged and married couples for an evening designed for couples facing the challenges of modern life to work through these difficulties and live in the grace of Christ. Matthew and Julie MacDonald will draw from Church teaching, psychology and practical experience, to address these challenging questions for any couple who would like to make this part of their married life better than it is. Limited seating. Bookings essential. Cost: $20 per couple Bookings: www.trybooking.com/RZWT Details: Life, Marriage and Family office on 9287 5587 or [email protected] DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/LoveAndTruth4MarriedCouples.pdf

YOUTH MASS: ST THOMAS’, DRYSDALE Sunday 25 February, 5.30pm St Thomas’, Peninsula Drive, Drysdale At the outer edges of the archdiocese, in beautiful Drysdale on the Bellarine Peninsula, this Youth Mass is an opportunity for young people (particularly of secondary school age) and their families to join together for Mass, even to take part in the preparations for and delivery of the Mass. Pizza dinner follows, so join other young parishioners for this special monthly Mass, taking place on the fourth Sunday of each month throughout the year. Details: 5251 2502 or [email protected] DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/DrysdaleYouthMass.pdf

JCS LENTEN PUBLIC LECTURE SERIES Mondays 26 February and 5, 19 and 26 March, 6–8pm Jesuit College of Spirituality, 175 Royal Parade, Parkville Jesuit College of Spirituality is pleased to announce a four-part Lenten Public Lecture series for 2018. Sister Maryanne Confoy and Fathers Hoa Trung Dinh, Andy Hamilton and Robin Koning will be covering the following topics:  Reconciliation: a lifelong invitation  The Eucharist and ethics: from worship to Christian formation and social action  Ignatian spirituality and a time of conflict  Mary in Ignatian spirituality: her neglected role These four public lectures may be attended individually or as a series. Cost: Gold coin donation Details and RSVP: 9448 8276 or [email protected]. Please RSVP one week in advance of your intention to attend. DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/JesuitCollegeLentenLectures.pdf

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ACU SHORT COURSE ON THEOLOGY: ENCOUNTERING THE GOSPEL OF MARK Wednesdays 28 February and 7, 14 and 21 March, 6–8pm ACU Melbourne Campus, 115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy Explore the gospel that will be heard in the Sunday lectionary in 2018 from a historical and narrative context and in dialogue with the experiences of people’s lives today. ACU invites registrations for this upcoming short course, which is open to the public:  How might Mark’s Gospel have been heard in the first century?  What vision of life did the Gospel of Mark paint and why?  How might people in the 21st century make sense of the vision that unfolds in Mark’s Gospel?  To what extent does the ‘good news’ of Mark continue to speak to people today, more than 2000 years after it was first heard?  What does Mark tell us today about suffering and dying? Cost: $100 for those requiring a certificate of attendance. $50 for attendance only. Alternative methods of payment are available. Details and registration: registration essential by Friday 23 February: https://www.acu.edu.au/about_acu/faculties,_institutes_and_centres/theology_and_philosophy/theology/short_courses/ melbourne DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/ACU TheologyShortCourse.pdf

MARCH MERCY IN THE CITY Saturday 3 March, 7pm Sts Peter and Paul’s, corner Dorcas and Montague Streets, South Melbourne Mercy in the City 2018 is a night of Adoration, prayer, music, food and festivities. If you were at the event in 2016 or 2017 you will know that it is an unmissable night celebrating the faith shared by young people from all across Melbourne as together we draw nearer to the heart of Christ in the middle of the Lenten season. The night will include a special time of Eucharistic Adoration, with the opportunity for confession. An evening festival, complete with great food and live music showcasing local talent, will follow. Ages 16 to 35. Cost: Entry is free; food will be available for purchase. Donations are welcome. Details: Fr Dean on 9690 5895 DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/MercyInTheCity.JPG

YOUTH MASS WITH BISHOP TERRY CURTIN Sunday 4 March, 6pm St Luke’s, 1A David Street, Lalor The Australian Bishops have identified the liturgical year of 2018 as a national Year of Youth. They have entrusted the Year of Youth to the guidance of the Holy Spirit in this great south land, drawing inspiration from St Mary of the Cross MacKillop. The parish of St Luke’s in Lalor would like to invite one and all to this Youth Mass, as Bishop Terry Curtin joins with the entire Lalor community, families and friends in celebrating this special occasion. Details: 9465 2180

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OPERA IN THE MARKET Monday 5 March, 5pm Queen Victoria Market, Queen Street, Melbourne Every year, for one night only, Australian Music Events and St Vincent’s Hospital transform the Queen Victoria Market into one of Melbourne’s most spectacular and iconic fundraising events, Opera in the Market. The historic Queen Vic is transformed into a theatre like no other—the famous fruit and veg stalls will make way for front stalls as Opera in the Market takes centre stage. This year features a trio of epic proportions: the three tenors, Mark Vincent (My fair lady and Australia's got talent), Shanul Sharma and Nicholas Jones (Opera Australia), who will be accompanied by a 50-piece orchestra, a 100-voice choir and Opera Scholars Australia, with the evening conducted by popular ABC presenter Guy Noble. St Vincent’s Hospital Foundation receives a donation from every ticket sold, so come along and support a great cause with a fantastic evening of entertainment. Cost: $72.45–$177.45 Bookings: www.operainthemarket.com.au

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JOHN THE BELOVED DISCIPLE: FORMATION COURSE Saturday 10, Sunday 11 and Monday 12 March (Moomba weekend), 8.30am–5.30pm St Mary’s, 160 Foster Street, Dandenong You are offered the opportunity to connect with the mercy and love of Jesus, thus realising that you too are a ‘beloved disciple’. Give Jesus three days and be surprised by his generosity to you. It is necessary to attend all sessions. BYO lunch and bible. Morning and afternoon tea will be provided. This course has been presented for over 20 years by the Catholic School of Evangelisation. Limited numbers. Cost: $60, students $40 Bookings: [email protected] or https://www.trybooking.com/TALN Details: Rose 0411 650 339 DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/JohnTheBelovedDisciple.pdf

JOURNEY TO EMMAUS: JESUS EXPLAINS THE SCRIPTURES Tuesdays 13 and 20 March, 10, 17 and 24 April, 1 and 8 May, 8pm–9.30pm Holy Spirit Parish, 120 Oban Road, North Ringwood Presented over seven Tuesday evenings by the Catholic School of Evangelisation, these sessions will take you on a heartwarming journey with Jesus as he explains the scriptures. Jesus travels with us to explain the Messianic significance of Old Testament scriptures. The New Testament is hidden in the Old Testament, the Old Testament is revealed in the New Testament. Cost: $10 includes a booklet for daily reflections. Details: Jacek on 0490 884 914, Ann on 0437 127 326 or Maryann on 0429 876 434 Bookings: by Monday 5 March on 9876 3717 or [email protected]

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ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES FAIR, MOUNT ELIZA Saturday 17 March, 9am–3pm St Thomas More school hall, 313 Canadian Bay Road, Mount Eliza This new event at St Thomas More is already being billed as the First Annual Antiques and Collectables Fair. On the day, a huge collection of prized antiques and memorabilia will be available, with stall holders from all around Victoria gathering to showcase wares including radios, cameras, dolls, crockery, books and records, gramophones, comics, crockery, telephones, coins, furniture, art and much more. Additionally, between noon and 3pm, a free, expert valuation service will be available for your own collectables. Drinks and snacks available, plus a sausage sizzle. All proceeds will go to the St Thomas More parish, contributing towards recent much needed renovations to St Thomas More church. Cost: $5. Children free. Details: Michael on 0409 165 536 DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/AntiquesCollectablesFair.jpg RISE MELBOURNE 2018: CATHOLIC YOUTH DARING TO DREAM Saturday 17 March, 10am–10pm Mount St Joseph’s, 133 Maidstone Street, Altona (opposite Westona train station) As part of the celebrations for the Year of Youth 2018, a number of youth groups, schools and communities around Melbourne are hosting this one-day event for young people aged from Year 9 to 30 years, to discover and deepen in Christ and to celebrate their faith. Rise 2018 will include opportunities for young people to experience the arts, live music, prayer, social time and workshops based on a variety of topics. Cost: Free Registration: https://www.trybooking.com/TBOB Details: http://risemelbourne.com/

RE-OPENING OF ST JOSEPH’S, COLLINGWOOD Saturday 17 March, 10.30am St Joseph’s, 46 Otter Street, Collingwood Just before Easter in 2007, St Joseph’s church in Collingwood was totally destroyed by fire. Almost ten years later, the blessing of both the Archdiocese of Melbourne and the City of Yarra was given to rebuild St Joseph’s. The church is now almost complete and will be re-opened officially on St Patrick's Day, with Mass commencing at 10.30am. The church is now able to accommodate approximately 300 people. Archbishop Hart will be the main celebrant. All parishioners of St Joseph’s, visitors and interested persons are warmly invited to attend. Details: Joan on 9481 7333 JESUIT SOCIAL SERVICES ANNUAL FUNDRAISING DINNER Saturday 17 March, 7pm Members Dining Room, MCG, Brunton Avenue, Richmond You are invited to join Jesuit Social Services for an evening of entertainment and celebration of a shared desire to build a just society. Rosie Batty, 2015 Australian of the Year, is this year’s guest speaker, delivering the annual Frank Costigan QC Address. Rosie, as CEO and founder of the Luke Batty Foundation, is an outspoken and dynamic crusader against family violence. MC Tom Gleisner will preside over a night that will feature insights into the work of Jesuit Social Services as well as entertainment to ensure a truly stimulating and enjoyable event. Cost: $175. Tables of 10 available. Bookings: www.trybooking.com/TMKA RSVP: by Monday 5 March DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/JesuitSocialServicesAnnualDinner.pdf

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HEALING RETREAT: GREENSBOROUGH NORTH Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 March, 9am–5pm St Thomas the Apostle parish hall, 251 Diamond Creek Road, Greensborough Need healing? You are invited to reach out and touch the fringe of his garment at this two-day journey of inner healing. BYO lunch and bible. Morning and afternoon tea will be provided. This retreat is presented by the Catholic School of Evangelisation. Cost: $50 donation appreciated, students $30 Details: Rose on 0411 650 339 Bookings: by Monday 19 March to [email protected] or https://www.trybooking.com/TKLD DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/TheFringeStThomas.pdf

EMMANUEL COMMUNITY EASTER RETREAT Thursday 29 March to Sunday 1 April (Holy Thursday to Easter Sunday) Baanya Biami, 220 Marshall Lane, Staughton Vale The Emmanuel Community Melbourne invites you to join them in celebrating the Easter Triduum, during a guided time of retreat. This sacred time in the Church year begins on the night of Holy Thursday, continues through to the Passion of Our Lord on Good Friday and the Easter Vigil on Saturday night, culminating in the joy of the resurrection on Easter Sunday morning. Offering the richness of the liturgy and times of personal prayer, it is an opportunity to experience the love and mercy of God poured out to all. All are welcome, couples, singles and families. Children’s ministry will be provided for kids/ teenagers from Kindergarten up to Year 12. Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Bookings are essential. A range of accommodation is available and all meals are included. Cost: Details in the PDF available for download below Bookings: www.trybooking.com/338897 A range of accommodation available and all meals included. Details: www.emmanuelaustralia.com.au DOWNLOAD EVENT FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/EmmanuelEasterRetreat.pdf DOWNLOAD ATTENDANCE/ACCOMMODATION COSTS PDF AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/EmmanuelEasterRetreatCOSTINGS.pdf

SAVE THE DATE GRIEF TO GRACE: HEALING THE WOUNDS OF ABUSE Sunday 8 to Friday 13 April Hobart, Tasmania ‘Grief to grace: healing the wounds of abuse’ is a spiritual retreat for anyone who has suffered degradation or violation through physical, emotional, sexual or spiritual abuse. The retreat will be held in Hobart in April. Details: Request an application from Anne on 0407 704 539 or [email protected] Website: www.grieftograce.org

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ST VINCENT’S HOSPITAL FUN RUN Sunday 15 April, 9.30am, Princes Park, Royal Parade, Carlton North As part of their 125th birthday celebrations, this year’s St Vincent’s Fun Run promises to be an exciting and rewarding family fun day. Registration: www.stvincentsfunrun.com.au DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/StVincentsHospFunRun.jpg

THE OZANAM CONVERSATION: BISHOP VINCENT LONG AND GERALDINE DOOGUE Thursday 26 April, 6.30–7.45pm Catholic Leadership Centre, 576 Victoria Parade (corner of Hoddle Street), East Melbourne The Ozanam Conversation (previously the Ozanam Lecture) is a free annual event in honour of the 20-year-old activist and founder of the St Vincent de Paul Society, Blessed Frédéric Ozanam. Now in its 21st year, it invites us to reflect upon how relevant the Society’s founding mission of 1833 is to today’s world. For this year’s Conversation, Bishop Vincent Long will be joined by journalist and broadcaster Geraldine Doogue for a conversation on the topic, ‘What it means to be a Catholic welfare organisation in a post-Royal Commission world’. Drinks and canapes will be served for 30 minutes prior to the event. All welcome. Details: Julie Fewster on 9895 5929 RSVP: by Friday 20 April to 9895 5935 or [email protected] DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/OzanamConversation2018.pdf

CATHOLIC VOCATIONS OFFICE: 2018 CAMINO IN SPAIN AND PORTUGAL Monday 25 June (arrive Madrid) to Friday 20 July (depart Lisbon) In 2018, Catholic Vocations Melbourne is excited to offer Catholic young men of Melbourne the opportunity to walk the ancient pilgrimage route of the Camino de Santiago to the tomb of St James the Apostle. The 500km trek on foot will provide pilgrims with the opportunity to step out of their ordinary lives and to dedicate some time to asking some of life’s big questions. Each day pilgrims will have the opportunity for Mass, confession, spiritual direction and prayer. After reaching Santiago de Compostela, the pilgrimage will conclude with two days of prayer and relaxation at the beautiful shrine of Our Lady of Fatima. Your Pilgrimage Chaplains are Fr Nicholas Pearce and Fr Joel Peart from the Archdiocese of Melbourne. Archbishop Denis Hart fully supports this Camino. ‘As the Church in Australia enters into the Year of Youth and Vocations, I am pleased to support this initiative, and encourage the young men of Melbourne to take up the challenge and join the Camino 2018 team.’ The Pilgrimage is four weeks in total and departs after the last week of university semester one exams, returning in time for week one, semester two. Costs: Flights Pilgrims will organise their own flights, arriving in Madrid and departing Lisbon (allow approx. $2000). Daily pilgrimage costs Pilgrims should budget for $50AUD for each day of walking on pilgrimage (allow approx. $950). This budget is based on the experience of previous pilgrims and includes simple accommodation and a mixture of basic pilgrim meals and self-catering. Pre- and post-accommodation/meals/transfers One night Madrid, two nights Santiago, two nights Fatima. Transfers from Madrid to Burgos, Santiago to Fatima and Fatima to Lisbon. Allow approximately $1000+. However, there are 12 sponsored places available where these costs will be met by a number of generous benefactors. These places are open to Catholic young men who reside in the Archdiocese of Melbourne and who are between the ages of 18 and 35 at the time of the pilgrimage. Applications for these dozen places are now open. Details: 9926 5733 or [email protected] DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/Camino2018.pdf Page 9 of 11


PROCLAIM 2018: COMING TO BRISBANE Thursday 12 to Saturday 14 July Edmund Rice Performing Arts Centre, South Brisbane The Brisbane Archdiocese will host the national PROCLAIM Conference in July this year. PROCLAIM focusses on inspiring, equipping and encouraging parishes and Catholic communities to engage in evangelisation and renewal. The theme of the 2018 conference is ‘Make your home in me’ (Jn 15:4). The conference will engage parishes in an ongoing conversation focussing on leadership, cultural change, young people, belonging, hospitality and evangelisation. It draws together over 500 participants for keynote presentations, facilitated conversation sessions, peer learning, expert discussion panels and visionary future planning. Keynote speakers will include Cardinal John Dew from New Zealand and Lana Turvey-Collins (Plenary Council 2020 Facilitator). Register: www.proclaimconference.com.au. Early bird registration is currently open. Details: (07) 3324 3440 or [email protected]

GENERAL NOTICES FREE TALKS ON CATHOLIC THEOLOGY Every Sunday, 12pm Simons College, 33 Howard Street, West Melbourne (two doors from St Mary Star of the Sea) What do Catholics really believe? Find out in free 50-minute talks on basic theology, with question time following, given every Sunday after 10.30 Mass by Father Anthony Bernal (of Opus Dei), parish priest of St Mary Star of the Sea. Catholics and all faith-seekers welcome. Details: Maryse on 0478 639 162

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY, 8 MARCH The Vicar General has asked that this information be included with this week’s Parish Update, ahead of Thursday 8 March and International Women’s Day. The PDF link below is from the Council for Australian Catholic Women and the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference, and includes important information on this year’s theme, along with a sample prayer for parishes. DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/InternationalWomensDay2018.pdf

TRESTLE TABLES REQUIRED FOR A DAY Mount Eliza St Thomas More’s First Annual Antiques and Collectables Fair in March (see separate entry above for Saturday 17 March) is in desperate need of 40 trestle tables for the day. If there is any parish or person who can help, please make contact with coordinator Michael Robertson on 0409 165 536.

VOLUNTEER LAWNMOWER REQUIRED The Dandenong CatholicCare Asylum Seeker Support Housing Program is urgently seeking the services of a volunteer to help with lawn mowing and light maintenance in Greater Dandenong. You would be responsible for mowing the property lawns and performing other light tasks including changing light globes, checking smoke detectors and changing their batteries. The time involved would be 3-4 hours a fortnight. Lawnmower and tools are provided on site. Details and applications: Matt Walton on 9926 5699 or [email protected]

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INVITATION TO PARISHES: PARISH REFLECTION ON THE PASTORAL THEOLOGY OF POPE FRANCIS Conducted by Br Mark O’Connor (FMS, MTheol, MPhil, Pope Francis Fellow, Newman College, University of Melbourne), this parish reflection session will be held at the parish and is offered on a weeknight or on any weekend from March onwards. It can also be offered to schools. This year we commemorate five years of the Petrine ministry of Pope Francis. We have much to be grateful for. In those five years since he appeared on the balcony of St Peter’s, Francis has begun a pastoral revolution. This retreat will explore some of the key pastoral themes of Pope Francis:  People come first  The Church is a ‘field hospital’. We must reach out to the peripheries and live a consistent ethic of solidarity  God does not ask perfection of us; all God asks is that we do the best we can in the sometimes overwhelming circumstances of our daily lives  We are all therefore called to practise a discernment charged with merciful love  For Pope Francis, as it should be for us, the first and living rule is the person of Jesus Christ, his humility, his gentleness, his joy and his love. Details and bookings: Br Mark O’Connor on 9389 3106 or [email protected] DOWNLOAD FLYER AT THIS LINK: http://www.cam.org.au/portals/0/2018/ParishUpdateFlyers/PU5/PopeFrancisParishRelectionSession .pdf

FRANCISCAN FRIARY STAY: MEN AGED 25 TO 40 YEARS St Paschal College Friary, 90 Albion Road, Box Hill Do you need a break from routine? Do you need time to pray, read and re-think your life? Need some spiritual advice or just a bit of peace and quiet? Want to know a little about Franciscan spirituality? Curious about what religious life is all about or just need some time out? Come and stay with the Franciscan Friars for a peaceful night or a few days. Any time that suits your life. Details: Friar Joe McKay OFM on 9896 4400 or [email protected]

FREE PROMOTION OF CATHOLIC EVENTS Parish Update is prepared every Wednesday by the Media and Communications Office of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne. The aim of the update is to assist Melbourne’s Catholic agencies, parishes, schools, religious orders, organisations and movements to inform parishes about events of interest. The events are also automatically listed on the Archdiocese’s online events calendar. To include a free advertisement about your upcoming event, email details and flyer to [email protected].

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