Invitation to celebrate Installation of Fr Josh as Parish Priest of Caloundra Parish
We will welcome Auxiliary Bishop Tim Norton to OLR on the weekend of Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 October.Bishop Tim will celebrate mass on Sunday 9.30 at OLR. This will be a special occasion and a celebration for the entire parish. We invite all parishioners of all faith communities to join for this celebration.
Bishop Tim will officially install Fr Josh as Parish Priest of our Parish.
This is a great celebration of Fr Josh’s call to ministry and an important milestone in the life of this parish. We pray for Fr Josh and ask him to be filled with the Holy Spirit, as he shepherds us, his people.After mass we also invite you to join us for hospitality. Bishop Tim will also celebrate mass Saturday evening 5pm at OLR, and everyone is welcome.
Public Rosary at OLR & Maleny – 12th October – All Welcome
We are excited to announce Saturday, October 12th, we will hold a Public Rosary at
Our Lady of the Rosary Church Caloundra and Sacred Heart Maleny.
This will be part of the worldwide celebration of the 107th anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun and the final apparition of Our Lady of Fatima.
9:30am – OLR Caloundra | 10.30am – Sacred Heart Maleny
At Caloundra Fr Gerard will lead the processionfrom 9.30am, which will include the Exposition, Adoration, and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. The rally will feature a Multicultural Rosary, with different cultures represented at each mystery station, and will conclude with refreshments for all to share. The Maleny parish community will gather at 10.30am in the carpark of the church to pray for our nation and for peace in our world. We will then retire to the Pat Daley Centre for morning tea.
All welcome to join the Hinterland or Caloundra, bring a friend!
Catholic Mission
In Mongolia, Chuluunbaatar suffered a life-altering injury while trying to rescue a submerged vehicle, leaving him unable to work and reliant on scarce support services for basic needs. Without shelter and food, Chuluunbaatar faces the real risk of freezing to death. Resources are limited, but the Church in Mongolia is working hard to provide essential services to people in need.
This World Mission Month, we invite you to extend your generosity to help enhance these vital services. Next week at all Mass’s we will have speakers. Your support can make a significant difference to the lives of many, offering hope and tangible assistance to individuals like Chuluunbaatar.
To donate online, scan to QR code below:
Sacramental Program for Teenagers (Yr 6 – 12)
If your teenager is interested in receiving their sacraments of initiation (baptism, confirmation, and holy communion), we are running the Rite of Christian Initiation for Teenagers (RCIT) program in Term 4. All sessions will be run on Fridays from 3pm – 4pm, beginning Friday 18 October in the Unity College Chapel with Fr Gerard and Felicity.
Please register your expression of interest via the QR code for more details and the registration forms will be emailed to you.
Contact Felicity with any questions.
2025 Break Open the Word, Ordos, & Daily Mass Books
Orders & payment for these liturgical Resources must be in to the Parish Office by
Wednesday 23rd October 2024.
‘Break Open the Word’ $22, ‘Ordo’ $15,
‘Daily Mass Book’ $24
Payment must be made before we can order.
Orders and payment can be made through Linktree, parish office or money in and envelope with your name, phone number, what community you are from, your order and placed in the Mass boxes on the weekends.
Save the Date – Parish ENCOUNTER Night
Encounter nights are back! All are invited to Caloundra church for an evening of fellowship, worship, and an opportunity for the sacrament of reconciliation.
Come along and be filled! Due to catering, registrations are essential. To register use the QR code below. Date: Thursday 24th October. Time: 5:30pm in the undercroft area.
Save the Dates!
One Day Blokes Retreat 26 October 24 at Buderim Hockey Club 8.30am-6pm. Sisterhood Women’s Retreat 23 November 2024 at Stella Maris School, Maroochydore 8.30am-4pm.
Seeking Volunteers for Children’s Liturgy at 9:30am OLR Mass
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with our Children’s Liturgy during the 9:30am Mass at OLR. All materials and lesson plans are provided, and training will be offered to ensure you feel confident in this rewarding role. If you’re interested in helping nurture the faith of our youngest parishioners, please reach out to Julie, Fr. Gerard, or the Parish Office for more information. Thank you for considering this important ministry!
Vinnies 2 Day Mega Book and Plant Sale
It is on again! St Vincent de Paul yearly fundraising event will once again be held at the Kawana Catholic Community Centre, Nanyima Street, Buddina (opposite the Kawana Library) on Friday 25th & Saturday 26th October from 8am – 3pm.
All proceeds go to St Vincent de Paul Kawana, to continue to support those experiencing hardship. For more information or donations call Maria on 0427 181 089.
A Year of Invitation
My Lord and my God, you never cease to invite me to know, love and follow your Son, Jesus. Give me the grace and courage to be a channel of your love so that my “yes” to you becomes an invitation to others. I offer up my entire self – heart, mind and will – to your purpose for me. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
On the Journey
We welcome Billy Phillips who will be baptised at Caloundra this weekend.
We pray for Catharina Van Veen, whose burial will be at Caloundra Cemetery 16th Oct 2pm.
Geoffrey Keast, whose funeral will be at G&W 18th Oct 11am.
Patricia Hawgood, whose memorial service will be at OLR 28th Nov 11am.
Russell Newham, whose funeral will be at G&W 9th Oct 11am.
Carmel Lehane, whose funeral will be at G&W 25th Oct 11am.
May their souls and the souls of our deceased priests, religious and parishioners Rest in Peace.