Dear brothers and sisters, good evening!
It gives me much joy to see all of you! Thank you for having made the pilgrimage to be here! I think of the Virgin Mary, who also travelled, in order to visit Elizabeth: “Mary set out and went with haste” (Lk 1:39). We might ask, why did Mary set out and go with haste to visit her cousin? Certainly, Mary had just learned that Elizabeth was pregnant, but so was she; so why go, if no one had asked her to? Mary does something that was not asked of her, and that she did not have to do. Mary goes because she loved, and “whoever loves flies, runs and rejoices” (The Imitation of Christ, III, 5). That is what love does to us.
Mary’s joy is twofold: she had just received the angel’s message that she would welcome the Redeemer of the world, and she was also given the news that her cousin was pregnant. This is interesting: instead of thinking about herself, she thinks of the other.
You can view video of the event by clicking on this Youtube link: https://youtu.be/WWURKpQsb7s
Feast of Australia’s St Mary of the Cross – Tues 8th August, 2023
MaryMacKillop Feast Day Flyer
Prepare for an extraordinary adventure as World Youth Day 2023 Poster of Pope Francis millions of passionate youth from around the world come together for World Youth Day Lisbon 2023. This unforgettable event offers inspiring talks, transformative workshops, powerful prayer sessions, and vibrant performances that are sure to leave a lasting impact.The exciting news is that you can now be a part of this incredible event without leaving the comfort of your home. Shalom World is bringing World Youth Day directly to your screen, providing front-row access to all the excitement and spiritual enrichment. We kindly request your assistance in spreading the word about the LIVE broadcast of the world’s largest youth gathering, World Youth Day Lisbon 2023, on Shalom World
This weekend we celebrate World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. The theme for this 3rd worldwide event is:
His mercy is from age to age…
Read more in this Flyer by clicking on this link World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly 2023
Calling all knitters…
Much needed items: Scarves, Beanies, Socks, Gloves Knitted squares that can be made into blankets.
You can knit from the comfort of your own home, or come along to the Friendship Group on Thursdays 10am-12pm to Knit & Natter…. All welcome. Click on this link to read more : Knitting flyer for KOGO
Do you feel you know enough about the upcoming Voice to Parliament Referendum?
Would you like the chance to explore its implication and ask questions? If you are seeking more information or understanding this is the forum for you! Presented by Dr Heather Wearne– retired academic who worked in tertiary & Secondary educations and she has much experience with Indigenous issues.
Sunday 6th August, at St John the Evangelist Church Mitcham. Details on attached flyer. The Voice Forum Poster