Parish News
Catholic Mission: World Mission Sunday
World Mission Sunday will be celebrated on Sunday, 18 October, marking 100 years since Pope Pius XI established this special day for the Church to come together in prayer, solidarity and support for missionary work around the world. This year’s theme, chosen by Pope Leo XIV, is “One in Christ, united in mission.”
This World Mission Month, Catholic Mission invites us to reflect on what it means to be one Church, sharing in the mission of Christ and standing alongside communities in need.
In rural Malawi, children and families continue to face significant challenges in accessing education. Yamikani, who lives with a physical disability, walks several kilometres each day to reach school. For families in remote communities, distance, limited resources and the ongoing effects of past natural disasters can make education difficult to access.
There is hope. Fr Matthew Semba, Director of Social Services for the Diocese of Chikwawa, is working alongside local communities to oversee the construction of St Peter’s Nyamikuta Primary School in Kampira. The new school will bring education closer to children and families, while also providing nutritious meals, educational supplies and shade trees.
This World Mission Month, you are invited to share in this mission, standing with families as they rebuild their lives and create a brighter future for their children. Visit catholicmission.org.au/united or click HERE to find out more.
Archbishop Mark’s Visit
Our parish is delighted to welcome Archbishop Mark Coleridge, who will celebrate the 9:30 am Mass on Sunday, 25 October, at the OLR church.
This will be a special opportunity to gather as a community of faith, give thanks to God, and welcome Archbishop Coleridge, whose leadership and pastoral care have meant so much to the Church in Brisbane. As we gather around the Lord’s table, we will pray for our parish, our Archdiocese, and all who serve the Church.
During his visit, Archbishop Coleridge will meet with parishioners and introduce his recent autobiography. We look forward to hearing more about his journey of faith and ministry. His visit will also give us an opportunity to greet him personally and express our gratitude for his many years of service to the archdiocese.
Please invite your family and friends to come along and share this special morning of prayer, conversation, and fellowship with our parish family.
Compassion & Care
Compassion and Care Group will host the next morning tea on Friday, 16 October following the 9.00am Mass. Friendly support is offered to those who are experiencing loneliness and isolation or dealing with grief issues.
RAP Group – First Nations Presentation
Final Reminder: The First Nations Land Management and Environmental Expertise presentation will be held this Monday 12 October, 10:30am–12 noon at Hope Dreaming Information Centre. The presentation will explore how First Nations peoples have cared for and sustainably managed the Australian landscape over thousands of years.
Admission is free. Please register by contacting Bob Cullen at bngcullen@optusnet.com.au.
Rite of Christian Initiation for Teens (RCIT)
RCIT has already begun on 9 October, for teenagers aged 12–17 interested in becoming Catholic or completing their Sacraments of Initiation.
If your teenager has started RCIT and you have not yet completed the registration form, it is essential that you do so, please click HERE to complete it.
Garden & Grounds Volunteers
The Parish are seeking additional helpers to support the Garden and Grounds Maintenance team at Our Lady of the Rosary Church. Tasks include hedging, whipper snipping, general gardening, and light grounds upkeep around the church.
If you’re able to lend a hand, even occasionally, we’d be very grateful. Please email cp.serviceandoutreach@bne.catholic.net.au or contact the Parish office for more information.
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 Minje. 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 Danny & Jasper Parker-Maxted and Poppy Hilliard who will be baptised this weekend at Our Lady of the Rosary, Caloundra.
We also pray for the souls of our recently deceased priests & parishioners.
May they Rest in Peace.
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