From the Parish House
Christians have often turned to Mary, praying the rosary, in order to find comfort, solace and to ask her intercession that God may be on our side. Modern Christian sensitivities baulk at the idea that God may take sides in war. Surely we believe in a God who has nothing to do with violence, war and terror.
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Easter Egg Hunt & Family Fun Day
Next Sunday, 3 April. Everyone is welcome to attend. Tickets and tokens are available to purchase online. Download the flyer...
Get Set Bake
Why not bake a cake for the fun day? Cake stall packs, including suggested recipes, are available from Camberwell, Balwyn and Deepdene Churches or from the Parish Office. Download the flyer...
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Ann Rennie Reflects
One of the ritual practices of the Catholic community on a hushed and sombre Good Friday is to pray before the Stations of the Cross. These stations are a visual narrative that tell of the Passion and Death of Jesus of Nazareth two thousand years ago.
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School Voices
It has been a busy few weeks at OHR Primary School with many activities taking place, from participating in the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence to our Year 5/6 students attending the National Young Leaders Day at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Visit the Parish Blog
Continue reading Fr Frank O'Loughlin's articles on Understanding Our Faith and Living Lent, and about the late Jacqueline Crock in Life is changed not ended.
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Nourish your life from the table of the Word
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Recently Deceased and Anniversaries
Let us pray... that those who have died may sit in glory at the feet of Christ, especially Juliano Calore and Ben Lochtenberg, and that those whose anniversaries occur at this time might continue to know God's love, particularly Tony Low Kum Choong, Gerard Gaffy, Joseph George, Thomas Joseph, Sebastin Joseph, Edward Walsh and Moira Weir.
If you would like a particular anniversary of death remembered in the weekend newsletter and Prayers of the Faithful, please contact the Parish Office by phone or email.
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What's on Across our Parishes
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Mont Albert Road Level Crossing Works commence at 9.00 pm on Friday, 25 March until 6.00 am on Monday, 4 April. Union Road, Surrey Hills and Mont Albert Road, Mont Albert will be closed to vehicles at the level crossings. Further information...
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Celebrate the Easter Liturgies with us, details are available on the Parish website. Read more...
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Hospitality will take place on:
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Saturday following 6.00 pm Mass at Our Holy Redeemer Church
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Sunday following 10.00 am Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Victories
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Sunday following 10.30 am Mass at Our Holy Redeemer Church
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First Reconciliation will take place during the week across our parishes. Please remember our Year 3 students and catechists in your prayers.
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First Eucharist registration, for children attending schools other than the parish primary schools, will close on Wednesday, 6 April. The after school preparation classes will commence after the school holidays on Tuesday, 26 and Thursday, 28 April.
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RCIA will meet this Tuesday, 29 March at 7.30 pm in the Gathering Space at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church.
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Friendship Group Morning Tea will take place following 9.15 am Mass on Friday, 1 April in the Gathering Space at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church.
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Lenten Penitential Service will take place on Tuesday, 5 April at 7.00 pm at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, 10 Whitehorse Road, Deepdene.
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Lenten Discussion Group: Restoring Freshness in the Time of Lent - the final part in the series takes place on Wednesday, 6 April. The series is based on the program written by Fr Michael Elligate and is facilitated by Rose Marie Prosser. Read more...
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The Friendship Group invites you to a Movie & Lunch on Thursday, 7 April commencing at 11.00 am at Palace Cinema, Balwyn to watch the movie, The Duke, starring Jim Broadbent and Helen Mirren. A catered lunch will follow in the Gathering Space at OLGC Church. Cost $20 for movie and lunch (or $10 for only the movie or lunch). RSVP to Teresa Molella or contact the Parish Office. Payment can be made at the Friendship Group hospitality or the Parish Office.
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The Australian Boys Choir Vocal Consort invite you on a global musical mystery tour on Thursday, 7 April at Our Lady of Victories Basilica, 548 Burke Road, Camberwell. Parishioners can take advantage of $5 tickets to this concert, simply apply the promotional code FIVE at checkout when booking an adult ticket(s). For further information and ticket bookings read more...
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Join Eastern Central Catholic Parishes Facebook Group Read more...
If you would like your group or ministry activity promoted in the newsletter please contact the Parish Office.
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What's on in the Wider Community and Other News
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Project Compassion 2022 working together for justice and dignity. Walking together in hope. Building together a better future for all. To donate and learn more about Project Compassion Read more...
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Friends of the Carmelites of Kew Annual Day of Reflection will take place on Tuesday, 29 March from 10.30 am to 2.30 pm at the Carmelite Monastery, Stevenson St, Kew. Bishop Terry Curtin will preside over Mass, Reconciliation and Benediction. All welcome. Transport can be arranged. Enquiries and RSVP by 22 March to Pia on 0412 933 902 or piaboutsakis@gmail.com
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Missionary Sisters of St Peter Claver is holding a Plant, Book and Various Items sale to support the work of the missions this Saturday, 26 March from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm at 154 Cotham Road, Kew.
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Mia Sorella in Concert at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Friday, 1 April from 6.00pm to 7.00pm. Download the flyer...
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Heart of Life offer reflective workshops, quiet times of prayer and sharing. Visit the Heart of Life website to view upcoming workshops.
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Melbourne Catholic online for news from the Archdiocese Read more...
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CathNews online, a service of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference Read more...
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Financial Support of our Parishes
Your Stewardship giving provides for the continuing mission of our parishes. You can give to the Parish Stewardship program and to the Presbytery Account by the Online Giving Portal.
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Alternatively you can make a payment using EFT (please include your name and envelope number in the reference field), the bank details are:-
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OLGC & All Hallows Church Account
BSB: 083 347 Account: 68679 0501
Our Lady of Victories Church Account
BSB: 083 347 Account: 63604 1772
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Surrey Hills Wattle Park Church Account
BSB: 083 347 Account: 4894 17994
CBD & SHWP Presbytery Account
BSB: 083 347 Account: 69440 0585
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