The Archdiocese of Brisbane holds that children, young people and vulnerable adults are a gift from God with an intrinsic right to dignity of life, respect and security from physical and emotional harm. They are to be treasured, nurtured and safeguarded by all. This policy applies to Clergy, Religious, Staff, Parishioners, Volunteers, students on placement and Visitors to our sites. The following link has more information including Policy documents and a message from Archbishop Mark Coleridge- https://brisbanecatholic.org.au/support/safeguard/
Traditional Lenten programs are designed for groups. Evangelisation Brisbane assistant director Troy Tornabene was designing a Lenten program for 2020 it became apparent that individuals were not catered for in these programs so the idea for an app was born. The project has come together quicker than was expected and the app is now available for Lent 2019.
The app offers most aspects of traditional Lenten group program – opening and closing prayer, Lenten Gospels with text and audio, Gospel reflections with text and video, personal reflection questions, lives of compassion stories with text and videos, and acts of compassion.
The app is available for $1.99 from the Google play and apple store, click the links below to get the app
Fourteen men gathered for a St Rita’s Men’s Social group activity on 20 Feb 2019 – a game of bocce was held in great spirit and finger food/drinks for those watching. A great time was had by all, with the successful team in the final Sudden Death playoff being Rick Ammer, Rigo Nardone and Chris Tucker, besting the valiant team of John Bowskill, Bill Melor and John Fogarty.
St Rita’s men’s Social group BBQ 18 January 2019 under the trees beside the presbytery, listening to Dean Martin and Roy Orbison and chopping on a sausage and bun. Next event scheduled for February – bocce game and finger food. Read more..
Christmas is a tough time for many families and individuals in our local community. Thanks to St Vincent de Paul Society these members of our community were able to share in the joy of Christmas. Through the SVDP Christmas Appeal many hampers, filled with food, Christmas treats and toys were delivered to those families and individuals in need of a hand up.
Special thanks to all the supporters of this Appeal - for the generosity of their donations and assisting with the sorting, packing and delivery of the hampers. Through the Christmas Hamper Appeal, the gift of hope for a brighter 2019 has been given to others.
Let us pray for the Vincentians at St Rita's, who offer support and comfort during the whole year to our community's vulnerable.
"Lord, help me to make time today to serve you in those who are most in need of encouragement or assistance." St Vincent de Paul"
Parents & Children you are invited to participate in the Christmas Vigil Mass (on Christmas Eve - Carols begin at 5pm, followed by Mass at 5:30pm) There are many ways you can take part: Gospel Drama Roles - Readers - Altar Servers (Trained) - Choir Members - Entrance Procession - Offertory Procession
Come along to Rehearsals and help bring Jesus to others this Christmas: Sunday 16th December, 10 am – 11 am (after 9am Mass) Sunday 23rd December, 10 am – 11 am (after 9am Mass)
Rehearsals in the Unitas Centre, St Rita’s School
For more details please contact Madonna at the Parish Office: 07 3207 9177 or Email: victoriapoint@bne.catholic.net.au
[caption id="attachment_9875" align="alignleft" width="734"]Pictured from L to R: Tom Pearson, Charlie D’Allura, John Fogerty, Mike Duggan, Malcolm Ashe and Rick Ammer[/caption]
The Group held their first meeting at Finlandia Café for Coffee and Chat recently.
Now's your chance to have your say on what do you think God is asking of us in Australia at this time? The last time the Catholic Church in Australia held a Plenary Council was in 1937. It has been more than 80 years since we gathered all of the Church together and much has changed. In 2020, we will have a Plenary Council about the future of the Catholic Church in Australia. What are we called to do? Who are we called to be? How do we need to change?
Pope Francis has spoken of the need to engage in the world and respond in faith. We are having two small group sessions planned using Meeting Room or Church at St Rita's Victoria Point on:
1. Tuesday 27 Nov 10.00am – 11.00am (Start with tea/coffee)
2. Wednesday 28 Nov 7.00pm – 8.00pm
To learn more about the Plenary council please go to: http://plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au/frequently-asked-que…/
If you would like to respond separately as an individual, couple, group or family you can also do so via the link below.
http://plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au/resour…/have-your-say/
Please help shape the future of our Church.Read more..
