Please pray for  Beverley McWhinney, who passed away recently and the Anniversaries of Colin Butcher, Fr. Denis O’Callaghan and our own loved ones. May God’s merciful love shine on them and on their loved ones left behind.

WEEKEND MASSES IN THE PARISH WILL RECOMMENCE ON 13^TH/14^TH NOVEMBER, 2021 FOR FULLY VACCINATED PARISHIONERS. SATURDAY 6:30pm WONTHAGGI,  SUNDAY 9:00a.m. INVERLOCH,

10:30am WONTHAGGI. NO BOOKINGS ARE NECESSARY BUT COVID QUOTA LIMITS WILL BE APPLIED.

A list of live streams across the Diocese is on www.cdsale.org.au/coronavirus page. This page has listed the Mass times which occur regularly, ie. Don’t change from week to week.

JUST A REMINDER THAT MASS FOR YOU AT HOME IS AN OPTION FOR THOSE LOOKING FOR MASS ON TELEVISION (6am on Channel 10, 10am on Foxtel Aurora Channel 173) or online at www.massforyou.com.au  or https://www.youtube.com/massforyouathome anytime from 7a.m. AEST

SYNOD JOURNEY: Weekend 6-7^th November, 2021 - SYNOD 2023 Walking Together

Pope Francis has invited the whole Church to join him on 2-year journey in preparation for gathering of the Synod of Bishops in 2023. Our journey is characterised by three main themes Communion-Participation-Mission. As baptised People of God we are all part of this journey as we walk together listening and learning from each other and being guided by God’s Holy Spirit. Every church, diocese and Catholic agency is invited to engage in this walking together. Watch the video  https://tinyurl.com/Synod2023-video

MEDITATION GROUP: POSTPONED

PRAYER SHAWL GROUP : Welcome back!! Our next gathering will be on Monday 15^th @ 2:15pm in the annex of Our Lady Star of the Sea, Inverloch. Newcomers are always welcome, even if not a knitter! Come for a cuppa & chat & meet new people! There is a wonderful collection of shawls & rugs (bedsocks & caps) in the Parish Office, available for anyone who is struggling with life in any way. Please contact Kristine or one of our members. For enquiries: Maureen Maartensz 0407 055 447 Philippa Warby 0408 331 340 (PLEASE NOTE THAT PROOF OF DOUBLE VACCINATION WILL BE REQUIRED ON ARRIVAL AS THE PARISH LOOKS TO KEEP EVERYONE SAFE)

PRAYER GROUP: WILL RECOMMENCE ON MONDAY 8^TH NOVEMBER, 2021 AT ST. JOSEPH’S CHURCH, WONTHAGGI @ 1:15pm. COVID RESTRICTIONS APPLY INCLUDING DOUBLE VACCINATION, MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING.

Cry of the Earth the Social Justice Statement can be read on https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/2021/06/24/social-justice-statement-2021-22/.

ST JOSEPH’S SCHOOL WONTHAGGI: ARE CONDUCTING A RAFFLE THIS YEAR WITH FIRST PRIZE BEING $4,000, 2^ND $750 AND 3^RD $250 OF SHOP LOCAL VOUCHERS. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE SCHOOL AT $5.00 EACH OR $50 PER BOOK. DRAWN 13^TH December, 2021. PHONE 03 56 721 052.

MISSAL ON LINE: ‘An App’ which Father Darren Howie finds very helpful is Universalis.  This will allow you to follow the Daily Mass.

• COMMUNITY CAROLS IN WONTHAGGI.

Greetings, my name is Jacqui Paulson and I have been asked to organise a choir for this year’s Community Carols in Wonthaggi. They will be held on Sunday December, 12^th at the Wonthaggi Rec Centre.

We are looking for choir members. Could you please contact me if you are interested at paulsonjacqui1@gmail.com or 0432 934 681.

CARITAS AUSTRALIA: There is still time to support our global neighbours as they tackle the challenges of poverty.

Your generosity today can help create a better tomorrow for people living in some of the most remote and marginalised communities in the world.

All donations over $2 are 100% tax deductible.  Caritas Australia www.caritas.org.au

CATHOLIC CARE: New self-help mental health service for parents, families and individuals.

The demand for mental health services is becoming more and more prominent across the State, and for many regions, waiting lists to access services are becoming overwhelmingly long.

As a response to the increased need for mental health support, we’ve recently commenced a new state-wide mental health service with minimal wait times, called the Psychological Wellbeing Service (PWS).

Using evidence based therapies, our PWS clinicians provide parenting support and mental health support focused on self-help skill learning to aid in recovery, such as problem-solving skills, progressive muscle relaxation, and traditional cognitive behavioural therapy as a more intensive support.

We’ve also launched a free Mental Health and Wellbeing Guide created by our PWS team.

Read more about our new service and download the guide from CatholicCare Victoria.

Aid to the Church in Need Australia: That Catholic Shop is an exciting development of ACN Australia. It is a go-to-shop for Catholic gifts and devotional items. From Sacramental gifts, statues, books, rosaries, Christmas items and more, there is something for everyone. The purchase you make at TCS go to support the work of Aid to the Church in Need to keep the faith alive in those places where it is most at risk. To browse our full range visit thatcatholicshop.com P.O. BOX 335, PENRITH NSW  2751    1800 101 201/ 02 9167 9517

We have been emailing and sending out important communications from the Diocese and if you would like to be involved and receive this information then please contact the Parish Office on 56 721 111 or email your details to wonthaggi@cdsale.org.au.

We are a Child Safe Parish. Any children, young persons and vulnerable adults have a right to feel safe and be safe.  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 Kristine McRae via 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.                    

If you are in need of urgent assistance, please phone eithe Father Darren Howie 0356 722 923 or Kristine on 03 56 72111 or 04999 15 784.

Father Darren Howie                                                        Mrs. Kristine McRae
Parish Priest                                                                       Parish Secretary
St. Joseph’s Parish Wonthaggi