Parish News
Emergency Evactuation Drills During Mass
Over the next month, our parish will be conducting emergency evacuation drills across Mass centres. These drills are a requirement of the Archdiocese and form part of our commitment to maintaining a safe environment for all who worship and gather in our parish community.
The drills will be conducted at an appropriate time during Mass to ensure the sacredness and integrity of the liturgy are preserved as much as possible. Moving forward, these evacuation drills will become annual.
When a drill takes place, we ask all parishioners and visitors to follow the directions of Pastoral Leaders and parish volunteers promptly. It is important that the building is fully evacuated and that everyone proceeds to the designated assembly area. Please move with urgency, but always in a safe and orderly manner.
These drills form part of our Emergency Response Plan and Workplace Health and Safety obligations. The evacuation process, participation levels, time it takes to fully evacuate, and outcomes of each drill must be documented and reviewed to ensure we continue to meet required safety standards and improve our preparedness in the event of a real emergency.
We thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding. By participating fully in these drills, you help ensure the safety and wellbeing of everyone in our parish community.
Encounter Night
Join us for Encounter Night on Friday 19 June at Unity Chapel. Youth will gather from 6pm for activities, while adults are invited from 6:15pm for drinks and nibbles. At 7pm, everyone will come together for praise and worship, a guest speaker, personal testimony, Eucharistic Adoration, and prayer ministry.
If you would like to attend Encounter Night, sign HERE
CEO Sleepout
The Vinnies CEO Sleepout is an initiative that raises awareness and funds for Australians experiencing homelessness. As part of the event, participants spend one night sleeping outside to gain a small insight into the reality faced by thousands of people across the country.
This year, Fr Josh is taking part in the Sleepout to help raise funds for the St Vincent de Paul Society and support Australians experiencing homelessness and hardship. To donate, please click HERE. There will also be an opportunity to give cash at Sunday Masses.
Senior Group – Camino, Coffee & Cuppa.
Join us at 10:00 am on Friday, 26 June, in the Parish Centre, where parishioners Therese and Dom will share stories and reflections from their recent journey along the Camino de Santiago in Spain, one of the world’s most famous pilgrimage routes. All are most welcome!!
Please bring a plate to share. If you require transport, please contact the Parish Office.
Unlocking the Bible
Join us for Unlocking the Bible, a monthly opportunity to grow in confidence with Scripture and deepen your relationship with Christ.
The next session will be held on Thursday 25 June at 4:00pm, at OLR, Caloundra, presented by Fr Josh and Beth Davies. Come and explore God’s Word with us.
Multicultural Mass
Join us for our annual Multicultural Mass with Archbishop Emeritus Mark Coleridge at Stella Maris Parish, Maroochydore, at 11am on Sunday, 21 June. Gather with Catholic communities from across the Sunshine Coast for this celebration of our shared faith. After Mass, enjoy a cultural feast and displays showcasing the many cultures that enrich our Church.
Major Relic
On Friday 3rd of July. A 1st Class Relic of St Carlo Acutis will be coming to Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, Caloundra.
This will be a special opportunity for prayer and veneration, as we welcome the relic of this young saint whose life continues to inspire many, especially young people, to grow in faith and devotion to the Eucharist. More details will be shared soon.
Alpha Course – July
A Year of Yes Prayer
Today and every day I say Yes to you O Lord.
In the same way that Mary said yes to your invitation, I say Yes to your Son’s presence in my life.
May my yes, by the power of your Holy Spirit, allow you to use all the talents, skills and gifts you have given me for the purpose of building up Your Body in our community.
We make this prayer through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Have You Signed Up? Why Flocknote?
Parishioners and visitors are invited 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.
On the Journey
We pray for Banksia Mitchell, Georgia McGowan & Zayla Allen who will be baptised this weekend at OLR, Caloundra and Arthur Doneley who will be baptised at Sacred Heart Church, Maleny
Funerals:
Eileen Green, Tuesday 16th June, 11am at Gregson & Weight
John Tarca, Wednesday 17th June, 11am at OLR Caloundra
Ola Smith, Thursday 18th June, 11am at OLR Caloundra
Mary Foldszin, Thursday 18th June, 11am at Graveside Caloundra
Dawn Connolly, Friday 19th June, 11am at OLR Caloundra
We pray for the souls of our deceased priests & parishioners. May they Rest in Peace.
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