READ Archbishop Denis Hart’s Pastoral Letter published August 24 on Same Sex Marriage.
News
Migrants and Refugees
THIS year’s theme chosen by Pope Francis is: Child Migrants, the vulnerable and voiceless”. Pope Francis said recently “I am compelled to draw attention to the reality of child migrants, especially those who are alone… they are children, they are foreigners, and they have no means to protect themselves”. Today, migration and refugees affect all […]
Ignite Conference
HELD from September 21 to 24 in Brisbane, the conference draws young people from across Australia to encounter Jesus and providing an energetic and positive faith experience relevant to their lives. More information can be found on www.iiteconference.com.au
menALIVE
THE next Archbishop’s Catholic Man Breakfast series will be held on the Thursday, September, 14, featuring Daniel Wells, current Collingwood and former North Melbourne star, will discuss “faith, family and football” with John Canavan. The venue again is the CQ Club, 113 – 123 Queen St Melbourne from 7am to 9am. Come along and here […]
Confirmation Ceremony
CONGRATULATIONS to the 20 children from the parish who will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation from Monsignor Anthony Ireland at St Bridget’s Church on Friday, August 11 at 7pm. As part of their preparation the children have made mini banners (pictured) that are displayed in the narthex. There is also a folder with a profile […]
Mayhem Fundraising Night
LAST Saturday’s, July 29, Mayhem Fundraising Night was a wonderful fun night, with a great time enjoyed by all. Thanks to those who attended and also to the many hands who helped with organising the evening. The night raised over $6500. Our next event will be a Movie Afternoon at Palace Cinemas Balwyn. Watch this […]
Parish Appointments
ARCHBISHOP Denis Hart has appointed Fr Mark Reynolds as the parish priest of St Bridget’s. This is in addition to Fr Reynold’s duties as parish priest of Surrey Hills and Wattle Park parishes. Also appointed is Fr Kevin Lenehan as priest in residence whose role will be to celebrate Mass and the Sacraments in the […]
School Chocolate Drive
THANKS to all the parishioners who supported the school’s chocolate drive to raise funds to purchase iPads for the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) program. With the generous support of the parish a total of $1964.75 was raised. The funds will go a long way to reaching our target of $3000. Thank you also […]
Mackillop Family Services
AN open day to view the services and facilities offered by Mary Mackillop Family Services will be held on Saturday July 29, at 237 Cecil St, South Melbourne.
Music & Mayhem Fundraising Night
FOR more details for next Saturday’s July 29 night click on this link St Bridget’s Parish Music MayhemNight July 2017