Installation of Archbishop Shane Mackinlay

On Thursday, 11 September, I travelled to Brisbane to be present at the installation Mass of Archbishop Shane Mackinlay at St Stephen’s Cathedral. It was a privilege to witness this historic moment with over 800 lay people, 33 bishops and 200 priests from around Australia, as he became the eighth leader of the Brisbane Archdiocese.
During his homily, Archbishop Mackinlay remarked, “While I come from somewhere else, I don’t come as an outsider.” He went on to reflect, “Whenever we gather as Christians, we gather as part of the one Church of Jesus Christ, as parts of His body into which each of us has been baptised and with which we have together been entrusted with His mission.”
Archbishop Mackinlay also affirmed the outcomes from last year’s archdiocesan synod and expressed his hope to continue implementing them. He described Brisbane as “a vibrant community of faith that lives out its commitment to carrying on in our own time the mission that Jesus has entrusted to us.” He concluded, “I look forward to serving the Church of Brisbane as we develop our response to God’s Word in our place and our time.”
I captured the accompanying photo after the recessional hymn at the Cathedral, which I hope conveys something of the joy and solemnity of this occasion.

Fr Josh

An Invitation to Serve: Funeral Sacristan Ministry

Every funeral we celebrate in our parish is an opportunity to accompany grieving families, surround them with love, and commend their loved ones into God’s eternal care. Behind the scenes, this sacred ministry is supported by our funeral sacristans—generous parishioners who prepare the church, set up the sacred vessels, and ensure that everything runs smoothly during the Funeral Mass or Liturgy.

At present, we are blessed with two dedicated funeral sacristans who faithfully carry out this important role. With the number of funerals in our parish, however, and to provide support when someone is away or when several funerals occur in a short time, we are seeking to welcome an additional person into this ministry.

Becoming a funeral sacristan is not about having special skills but about having a servant’s heart—someone who is prayerful, reliable, and willing to walk gently with families during a tender time of grief. Training and ongoing support will be provided. If you feel the Holy Spirit stirring your heart to serve in this way, or if you would like to know more about what’s involved, please contact the parish office on 5430 9390 or email ca*******@**************et.au
Together, we can continue to care for families with dignity, compassion, and faith.

2026 Break Open the Word, Ordos & Daily Mass Books

Orders & payment for these liturgical Resources must be completed by Friday 3rd October 2025, via the registration form below.

‘Break Open the Word’ $30

‘Ordo’ $20

‘Daily Mass Book’ $30

This year, the Parish Office will cover the cost of Break Open the Word for readers at any of our Mass Centres, if the order form is completed and the Readers Training Day is attended (this is where you will collect your book). Normal costing applies for anyone else. If you have any questions, please contact the Parish Office.

Please fill out the registration form HERE to make your order.

Ignite Conference 2025 – Brisbane

We invite all parishioners to join us in prayer for the young people, leaders, and speakers attending Ignite Conference Brisbane from Thursday 25 – Sunday 28th September. This powerful four-day Catholic youth conference gathers hundreds from across Australia to encounter Christ through dynamic worship, inspiring talks, sacraments, and community. Please pray that hearts will be set ablaze with faith, hope, and love, and that the Holy Spirit moves powerfully in the lives of all who attend.

St Vincent de Paul – Morning Tea

Kawana St Vincent de Paul Conference is having a morning tea at the Good Shepherd Centre (86 Undara Ave Buddina) on Sunday 28th September. Everybody is welcome! Drop in anytime between 10am until 12 noon.

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