— We Pray for Pope Leo XIV —
Pope Leo XIV Media Release
Statement from Archbishop Mark Coleridge
Easter RCIT at Landsborough
Congratulations to Matthew who completed his RCIT journey on Easter Sunday at Our Lady of the Way, Landsborough! Please continue to pray for him as he begins his next chapter as a fully initiated Catholic!
A special thanks to catechists Stephen, Christyna and Fr Gerard for journeying with Matthew and celebrating his special day! And thanks to Joan for making the beautiful cake for Matthew’s celebration for all to share.
Easter Vigil Baptisms – Notre Dame
On our Easter Vigil Notre Dame Mass (and the launch of this Mass Centre at Notre Dame College), we were honoured to celebrate and welcome Brodie, Maddisyn, Ailani, Koa, Melia and Curtis into the Catholic Church through the sacrament of Baptism!
We are delighted to journey with these families as they continue to nurture the faith of their children. Please keep them in your prayers!
Thank you to all 340 people in attendance on the night, you truly made this a special occasion for these families.
Kingdom Kids Youth Group
Last Tuesday 29th April we launched our first Kingdom Kids Youth Group! Kingdom Kids is aimed at actively accompanying kids in Grades 4-6 to encounter Jesus in their lives! We had a great night, with heaps of games, learning about being made in God’s image, taking part in craft, and finishing with a prayer experience including a fingerprint painting activity.
Make sure to check out our Kingdom Kids Linktree HERE to register your child for our next Youth Group on the 17th June 4-5.30pm at Unity College Hall.
Thank you!
Thank you for your generous donation to Project compassion this Lenten season. Thanks to the OLR Parishioners we are donating $8256.15 to Project Compassion Unite Against Poverty!
Also, Thankyou so much for your generous donations to the Holy Land Collection, which was taken up on Good Friday. As a Parish we are donating $3674.80 which goes towards:
Faith, Memory & Culture – The Holy Places
Social & Charitable Activities
Educational & Scientific Activities
Pastoral Activities
Liturgical, Ecumenical and Communications Programs
If you wish to donate further you can contact Commissariat of the Holy Land Email: ho******@*************rg.au
The Rosary Crusade
The Men in the Parish are leading the Rosary which coincides with the celebration of Our Holy Mother’s month in May. The rosary gathering will be this Wednesday 14th May, 6.30-7.30pm in the OLR Church. All men and women are invited. On this special day, we will also have adoration to The Holy Eucharist!
Grief Support
The next bi-monthly Grief Support Mass for all parishioners will be held at OLR on Friday 16th May at 9am followed by morning tea. Major life changes or events may cause severe emotional distress. If the Grief Support team can be of confidential assistance, please contact the Parish office or email Kath at ol**********@***il.com
War on Waste: What We Can Do!
OLR Catholic Church, 61 Edmund St. Caloundra. Wednesday 21 May, 7.00pm– 8.00pm followed by a cuppa.
All are warmly invited to a relaxed and friendly presentation by EnviroCom for the Sunshine Coast Council to find out how we can help make a more sustainable future for all.
“There is a nobility in the duty to care for creation through little daily actions, and it is wonderful how education can bring about real changes in lifestyle.” # 211 Laudato Si’ – On care for our common home.
PRACTICAL ACTIONS: Learn what small changes we can make that, in the end, will result in a huge impact. Learn what the Sunshine Coast Council is doing to minimise and manage waste. Hosted by the OLR Laudato Si’ Care for Creation Group.
Invitation to Coffee & Cake Morning
Diary Date—27th June 2025
Presentation on ‘Dementia Awareness’ by Leah Keating, Dementia Doula
Thanks to Holy Cross Funerals who will be sponsoring Morning tea and bringing Leah back to the Coast, this time at the Hinterland!
On Friday 27th June following 9am Mass at Mary Mackillop Beerwah, we will have morning tea before Leah’s presentation. Understanding dementia – supporting loved ones & our community.
Dementia affects more than just memory, it impacts families, friendships, and daily life. Whether you’re caring for a loved one or simply want to understand more, join us for a free Dementia Awareness session at Beerwah.
Job Opportunity – Caritas Australia Diocesan Director (Archdiocese of Brisbane)
Caritas Australia and the Archdiocese of Brisbane are seeking a person who is passionate about social and ecological justice to take on the role of Diocesan Director. This paid role works to build relationships with Catholic schools, parishes and the wider Catholic community through education, fundraising and advocacy activities. This is a part-time position (2 days/week).
You can learn more and apply online: https://caritasau.bamboohr.com/careers/135
Ladies Lunch
The next Ladies Lunch will be on Friday 16th May at 12 noon at Kings Beach Tavern 43 Burgess Street Kings Beach.
All ladies from all the parish are most welcome. If you would like to attend could you please contact Maureen 0437 738326 by Monday 12th May to confirm numbers.
Have you signed up? Why Flocknote?
Parishioners and visitors are invited to scan the QR code to sign up and register with the parish. If you have any questions, please see Father Josh or Gerard. Please note that if you received the old MailChimp eNewsletter, you will automatically be included in the new Flocknote eNews group.
Click the link HERE to register.
A Year of Engagement
Lord God, I say yes to your will for me:
To live out my baptism in obedience to you.
As a member of our parish,
I commit myself to your mission of invitation:
To be vibrant like your Son, to extend myself in charity,
and to actively accompany people to encounter Jesus.
Who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen
On the Journey
We congratulate Claire & Maddison Corrigan and Zander Cowen-Clark who will be baptised at Caloundra this weekend.
We pray for the souls of our deceased priests, religious and parishioners
Rest In Peace.
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