Parish News
Weekday Masses:
Tuesday Our Lady Star of the Sea, Inverloch 11:00am
Wednesday 9:30am: St. Joseph’s Wonthaggi
Friday 9:30am St. Joseph’s Wonthaggi
Weekend Masses Our Lady Star of the Sea, Inverloch Sunday 9:00am
St. Joseph’s Wonthaggi Saturday 6:30pm, Sunday 10:30am
PLEASE PRAY FOR;
Anniversaries: For the deceased clergy of the Diocese of Sale. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. “May they rest in peace.”
We pray for the sick, lonely and those suffering from illness and pain. May God’s merciful love shine on them
Parish Website is now available to view: https://www.catholicparish.app/wonthaggi
Prayer Shawl Group: Donations of wool would be gratefully accepted (preferably 8ply acrylic). Newcomers welcome. Enquiries Philippa 0408 331 340 or Marueen 0407 055 447
Prayer Group meet on Monday’s at the Wonthaggi Church from 1.15pm.
The annual toiletry collection during October -A container for donations will be in both churches during October.
Home Alpha - Expressions of interest are invited from anyone who would like to attend an Alpha course during October-November. It is proposed to run the course on Tues evenings (6-9} at the home of Anne and Pat Kelly in Wonthaggi. The format is a shared meal followed by a video, covering basic Christian beliefs, then discussion. The Home Alpha allows for a friendly environment with a small group of 8-10 people. All very low-key and informal. A great chance to get to know people and grow in your faith. Contact: Pat Kelly 0407 505 232 or Anne Kelly 0409 011 040
Stay Updated on Diocesan Events: There are many exciting events happening across our Diocese! Stay informed and up to date by visiting the Diocesan Events Page. It’s a great resource to find details on upcoming celebrations, gatherings, and important dates. Visit: https://www.cdsale.org.au/events
Donations of tooth paste, tooth brushes, soap, shampoo etc are very welcome!
Parish Bulletin: If you would like to start receiving a copy of the weekly bulletin to your email please click on the link to register (those currently receiving the bulletin do not need to do anything) If you would like assistance, please see Ann at the Parish Office
St Joseph’s Wonthaggi Cuppa after Mass held on 1st Saturday & Sunday of the Month
Our Lady Star of the Sea—Inverloch Cuppa after Mass held on 1st Sunday of the Month
Keep the date free—Ladies Retreat with Fr Martin Dixon in Inverloch Monday 20th October 2025 10am—3pm. Shared lunch with Tea & Coffee Provided. More details to follow soon.
Special Collection will be held next weekend for Catholic Missions. Envelopes are available in the Church Foyers.
Our Parish is committed to the safety, well-being and dignity of all children, young people and adults at risk. Find out more at: catholic.org.au/childprotectionsunday and www.catholicregligious.org.au/safeguarding
If you are concerned about any form of abuse, or believe that someone is at significant risk, you should immediately raise your concerns with one of our Parish Safeguarding Officers. Contact the Parish Office: 03 56 721 111 or St. Joseph’s School Safeguarding Officer 03 56 721 052. Take care, we are here to help.
Parish Office will be open on Wed & Fri 8.30am-4.30pm. All items for the bulletin or Mass intentions to be received by 5pm on Thursdays.
If you are in need of urgent assistance, please phone either Father Darren Howie 0356 722 923 or Ann on 03 56 72111 or 04999 15 784.
Father Darren Howie Ann Hemming
Parish Priest Parish Secretary
St. Joseph’s Parish Wonthaggi