Census Information
Message from Perth Archdiocese (paraphrased)
The Australian census will be held this Tuesday evening on the 10th August 2021 (but you don't need to travel to Bethlehem for it).
The census will provide a snapshot of who Australians are. The census is a key tool that government uses to determine how organisations, schools, church ministries and community groups are prioritised, funded and empowered to best operate in our State.
The information collected has implications for the planning and future placing of parishes, schools and church agencies.
Within the census there is a question on religious affiliation. This question is optional.
It is important that those who are practising Catholics or those who identify as Catholic answer the religious affilation question.
Please make sure to answer the question when doing the census and encourage your family and friends to do the same.
Sunday Mass details
Sunday Mass times:
Saturday: 6:30 pm
Sunday : 7:30 am, 9:00 am, and 6:00 pm
Live streaming of masses (when available) on our Facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/StDenisJoondanna
Weekday Mass details
Weekday Mass times are:
Mon - Fri: 8:00 am
Saturday: 8:30 am
Sunday Readings (07 / 08 August 2021)
Solemnity of Saint Mary (MacKillop) of the Cross
| First Reading |
1 Kings 17:8-16 |
Responsorial Psalm
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Psalm 62(63):2-8
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| Second Reading |
Colossians 3:12-17 |
Gospel
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Matthew 6:25-34
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Readers
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Vigil: John Kelderman
7:30 : Odhran O'Brien
9:00 : Thomas Pham
6:00 : Rosemary Barker |
Sunday Readings (14 / 15 August 2021)
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
| First Reading |
Apocalypse 11:19,12:1-6,10 |
| Responsorial Psalm |
Psalm 44(45):10-12,16 |
| Second Reading |
1 Corinthians 15:20-26 |
Gospel
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Luke 1:39-56
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Readers
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Vigil: Mary Barclay
7:30 : Maria Gaglia
9:00 : Sue Pham
6:00 : - Volunteer needed - |
Catholic Mission Weekend 14 / 15 August 2021
NEXT WEEKEND, Catholic Mission will share the essential mission work of Sister Chalaad and the Good Shepherd Sisters in Bangkok, Thailand, as they reach out to vulnerable mothers and their babies during their time of need.
You will have an opportunity to respond to this great work and help Sister Chalaad reach out to more mothers and their babies. Our Christian vocation invites us to come with an open and generous heart.
St Denis Parish COVID-19 Guidelines - Updated 20 May 2021
The WA Government has implemented Stage 4 of COVID-19 restrictions based on the advice of the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC) and the WA Department of Health.
Contact registers, capacity restrictions, physical distancing and the need to maintain strict hygiene standards and conduct frequent cleaning of shared spaces remain mandatory in order to keep all parishioners safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Based on Stage 4 guidelines and regulations and, following directives from the Archbishop of Perth, St Denis Parish is able to announce the following changes:
- The church can operate at full capacity for a space being used for formal worship.
- Acolytes, Sacristan and Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist are available at the discretion of the Parish Priest.
- Collections can be taken up during Mass at the discretion of the Parish Priest. The option to contribute online remains. Banking details are provided in the newsletter.
- The Marian Chapel is open.
- The foyer of the church is available for meetings and for other programs. Groups who use the Parish Facilities and are preparing to recommence are advised to contact Fr Anthony with their Covid–19 safety plan which needs to meet the guidelines set by St Denis Parish. A copy of the Stage 4 Covid Safety Plan is available at COVID-19-Safety-Plan-Phase-4_0.pdf (www.wa.gov.au)
- The Parish Centre including the Nolan Room and the outdoor courtyard, is available for use subject to the 2 square metre.
- The Parish Book of Intentions and Mass Intentions envelopes are again available in the foyer. The option to contact the parish office on 92422812 or email admin@stdenis.com.au or place an envelope in the offering basket in the foyer of the church is still available.
- The out-door toilets are open.
- The Day with Our Lady, St Peregrine devotional groups and any other large groups can resume, subject to the required Phase 4 guidelines and regulations. Groups who use the Parish Facilities and are preparing to recommence are advised to contact Fr Anthony with their Covid–19 safety plan which needs to meet the guidelines set by St Denis Parish. A copy of the Stage 4 Covid Safety Plan is available at COVID-19-Safety-Plan-Phase-4_0.pdf (www.wa.gov.au)
Social Distancing
Social distancing is to be observed at all times. The 2 square metre rule applies at meetings/prayer gatherings within the body of the church.
Signing in
Every person coming into the church is required to register their name and phone number in sign in books provided in the foyer of the church or scan the QR code using the SafeWA smartphone app. This is to enable contact tracing in case of an outbreak of Covid-19 and is a mandatory government requirement.
Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Every person entering the church is required to sanitize their hands or to wash their hands with soap and water which is provided in the bathroom area.
- Cleaning and Sanitizing of the church after each gathering (prayer groups, mass, etc.) is completed by the people who have gathered using the sanitiser and cloths provided in the church. Cloths to be put in buckets provided at the doors of the church.
We are still not able to:
- Take communion from the Chalice.
- Receive communion on the tongue. Please receive communion in the hand and remain standing – kneeling makes it far too difficult for Father to remain socially distanced from the communicant.
- Distribute hard copies of our parish bulletin. If you would like to receive a copy of our bulletin via email please sign up using the links at the bottom of this newsletter or email newsletter@stdenis.com.au
- Use hymn books, loose prayer sheets, etc.
- Have entrance/recessional processions or Offertory processions.
- Make physical contact during the Sign of Peace; it is to be given without physical contact.
Sacraments
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
The communal celebration of the Anointing of the Sick is to be temporarily suspended.
Confessions
Priests can provide opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, according to the First Rite.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is to occur in a well-ventilated space and with appropriate social distancing being maintained at all times, including the absolution. The Sacrament can be celebrated in the sanctuary but provision for anonymity should be made.
The contact details (name, phone number, address and/or email address) of each person entering the church for Confession must be recorded and retained. No record should be kept of the reason for the person’s presence in the church.
Please contact Fr Anthony for information or clarification.
Groups who use the Parish Facilities and are preparing to recommence are advised to contact Fr Anthony with their Covid–19 safety plan which needs to meet the guidelines set by St Denis Parish. A copy of the Stage 4 Covid Safety Plan is available at COVID-19-Safety-Plan-Phase-4_0.pdf (www.wa.gov.au)
Contact the parish office on 9242 2812 or email admin@stdenis.com.au
Your health is important as is the health and wellbeing of each of our parishioners, please take heed of government regulations and the directives from our Archdiocesan Church leadership.
Stay safe and healthy!
Fr Anthony
Maria Gaglia, Jan Smartt, Sr Elizabeth
(Covid-19 implementation team)
Online Resources details
St Vincent de Paul and other local resources to help people in need are available on https://www.erconnect.org.au/
The Parish and Parish priest can accept direct bank transfers to:
St Denis Parish
BSB 086006 Account 528184936
Fr Anthony
BSB 066140 Account 10313613
St Vincent de Paul organisation (not our local chapter)
https://donate.vinnies.org.au/appeals-wa/
Caritas (Project Compassion) can take online contributions https://lent.caritas.org.au/donate/
St Denis Parish website http://www.stdenis.com.au/
Parish Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1302786806404916/.
http://www.perthcatholic.org.au/ – Catholic Archdiocese of Perth, including Cathedral mass online
Plenary Council Newsletter (PlenaryPost) https://mailchi.mp/89790a462ff6/plenary-post-edition-15-march-8-2649645
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