Welcome to our website....Let it be both an entrée into our community and an ongoing source of information about how we try to live out our vision which is “To Follow The Example Of Jesus By Serving Others.” – I hope you accept that that’s a goal and not a boast about where we are now!
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Important Dates11th / 12th July
Masses (for 100) resume by Booking only see our latest newsletter for full details 16th July Christmas in July 7pm 17th July Queen of Apostles Mens Group Cafe 63 Stafford City 10.30am |
Community News
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CARE FOR CREATION GROUP
The parish's Care for Creation Group was formed in response to Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si and his call for 'ecological conversion'. We have a commitment to Peace and Ecological Stewardship which is guided by formation, learning and action. Our decisions and initiatives are informed by current thinking on sustainable practice. Our methodology and behaviours reflect our commitment to stewardship of creation and respect of all mankind. Click on the button on the left to access our group's new website. Please use the resources and consider taking up the monthly challenges. In an effort to reduce our carbon footprint, our group meets regularly via 'virtual meeting room'. We encourage you to join the group,. You may wish to attend periodically or each month, you are always welcome! Simply contact the Care for Creation Group via the Parish Office and an invitation link will be forwarded to you. |
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MASS BOOKING REGISTRATION
Please click here for full details on how to book to attend Mass. There may be some teething problems, so please do let me know if you are experiencing problems with the booking procedure. Those on roster will still need to book a ticket to reserve a seat. Even Fr Denis will need to book a seat - the bookings manage the number of attendees at Mass. |
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VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION USING THE WELCOME PORTAL
If you would like to volunteer for any of our ministries, you will need to complete a Volunteer Registration which is part of our Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults strategy. The volunteer registration can now be completed online using The Welcome Portal which can be accessed via http://archbne.org/welcome. This will eliminate the need for up to ten documents to be completed. If you have any questions about this process, please contact the parish office.
Thank you to those parishioners who have already registered. There are a few parishioners who still have some aspects that require completion. If you are unsure if you have completed all aspects of the volunteer registration process then please contact Debra in the office.
If you would like to volunteer for any of our ministries, you will need to complete a Volunteer Registration which is part of our Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults strategy. The volunteer registration can now be completed online using The Welcome Portal which can be accessed via http://archbne.org/welcome. This will eliminate the need for up to ten documents to be completed. If you have any questions about this process, please contact the parish office.
Thank you to those parishioners who have already registered. There are a few parishioners who still have some aspects that require completion. If you are unsure if you have completed all aspects of the volunteer registration process then please contact Debra in the office.
SOCIAL JUSTICE GROUP NEWS
The Social Justice Group would like to encourage you to dig deep for those in our local community and surrounds who are doing it tough through Winter. As there are so many great causes to support, we have researched a few local organisations that focus on local needs of people living on the streets and sleeping rough. Full details of the three organisations is included in our latest newsletter. If you would like to donate please click on the appropriate link/s below.
The Social Justice Group would like to encourage you to dig deep for those in our local community and surrounds who are doing it tough through Winter. As there are so many great causes to support, we have researched a few local organisations that focus on local needs of people living on the streets and sleeping rough. Full details of the three organisations is included in our latest newsletter. If you would like to donate please click on the appropriate link/s below.
- Rosies - Friends on the Street - https://give.everydayhero.com/au/stafford-catholic-parish
- Orange Sky Laundry - https://donate.orangesky.org.au/
- Paddy's Van Appeal - St Patrick's College Shorncliff - link coming soon
PARISH INCOME
Our Parish will continue to function during this crisis and, as you know, the Bills will still come in. If you use the Envelopes, maybe you can
Our Parish will continue to function during this crisis and, as you know, the Bills will still come in. If you use the Envelopes, maybe you can
- drop them into the basket in the Office Foyer during Office hours) each month
- send a cheque once a month with your donation (include a first or second collection envelope or indicate your number in some other way), or
- Deposit your giving directly to Parish Bank Account. Details below:
Bank: CBA BSB: 064-786
A/C Name: Stafford Parish A/C Number: No 007291100
Reference: Your Name or Env No.
