St John The Baptist Parish Ferntree GullyBible Courses – 7pm in the Parish Community Centre starting Mon 6th October, 2025
3 October 2025A new initiative for St John the Baptist Parish – Starting this Monday 6th October…. 7pm in the Parish Community Centre – No previous learning required.
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Seeds Of Hope – Reflection
3 October 2025
Season of Creation 2025 ends with the Feast of St Francis
but our Care for Creation is ongoing.
Let us continue to Plant Seeds of Peace and Hope
October, the Month of the Rosary
25 September 2025October: The Month of the Holy Rosary – A Prayer of Peace, Faith, and Hope
The month of October is traditionally dedicated to the Holy Rosary in the Catholic Church. The Rosary is more than just a set of prayers—it is a spiritual weapon, a meditation on the life of Christ, and a way of drawing closer to Mary, the Mother of God. Here are a few key points on its importance:
A Prayer of Mary’s Intercession: The Rosary is a Christ-centered prayer prayed with Mary. By meditating on the mysteries, we walk with Mary through the life of Jesus—His birth, ministry, passion, death, and resurrection. Mary always leads us closer to her Son.
A Weapon of Peace and Protection: History shows the power of the Rosary. The Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary (October 7) commemorates the victory at the Battle of Lepanto in 1571, attributed to Christians praying the Rosary. It remains a spiritual weapon for peace in our world, in our families, and in our hearts.
Strengthening Families and Communities: Saint John Paul II called the family the “domestic Church” and encouraged families to pray the Rosary together. It unites families in prayer and strengthens love and faith at home. As the saying goes, “The family that prays together, stays together.”
Parish Bulletin for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Yr C – 21st September 2025
19 September 202525th Sunday in Ordinary Time -Yr C – Social Justice Observance 21st September 2025
YOUTH GROUP invites you – to their Fundraising Trivia Night
19 September 2025On Saturday 20th September, 2025 at 7pm in the Parish Community Centre – Please come along and show your support for our Youth.
BYO nibbles, Prizes up for grabs for the winners, and it’s sure to be a fun night.
Social Services Sunday – A day to give thanks and pray for those who serve the marginalised
19 September 2025