Parish Bulletin
PARISH NEWS
Now – down the mountain.
Peter’s, often blundering, steps strike a chord with me. I feel I know Peter. And, as a pretty ordinary photographer and painter and an average wordsmith, I understand Peter’s impulse to somehow capture the astounding event he and James and John are witnessing (Luke 9:28-36). Often, I try to capture sunsets, beach scenes, landscapes and even grandchildren. I want to record them at their peak moments, but I rarely succeed to my satisfaction. Peter probably thinks this is Jesus’ peak moment, hence his somewhat silly suggestion to build dwellings or tents or memorials signifying the great prophets, Moses and Elijah and Jesus. He is quickly shut down. Moses and Elijah disappear, and Peter’s creative moment is gone. Confirmation of Jesus greatness is the beginning not the end. Immediately, Jesus is identified as the Chosen One and they are instructed to listen to him so that they (and we) may learn to truly follow Christ on his continuing journey.
What Peter has failed to realize, as many of us often do, is that what is important is not so much that Jesus is transfigured, but that we be transfigured – that’s what Jesus came to do: to transform us more and more into his image and likeness, that we might become, as C.S. Lewis said, “Little Christs.” This glorious “Transfiguration” event might seem a little left field in the context of Luke’s narrative, sandwiched as it is between Jesus forecasts of his imminent death. But it points us forward to along this Lenten journey, emphasising the glory in prospect for each of us, but recognising too that we need to pass through harsh times before the glory. Peter, James and John (and we) need to come down from the mountain, joining Jesus in his journey of love and service and walking together towards whatever future God plans for us.
Deacon Mark Kelly
Sacrament of First Reconciliation
Extra Ceremony
Families with candidates preparing for their First Reconciliation, please note that due to our numbers, an extra ceremony has been added. Families can choose to attend at 5pm or 7pm; both will be held at St. Ita’s Church, Drouin.
Families are asked to RSVP to Liz Warragul.sacraments@cdsale.org.au with the time they will attend.
Sacrament of First Holy Communion 2025
NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE
Attention: Families with Students in Grade 4 and Above.
Dear Parents/Guardians,
If you would like your child to receive the Sacrament of First Holy Communion this year, please attend our Information Meeting on Thursday, 27th March, at 7pm in St. Ita’s School Hall, Drouin. This meeting is for parents and guardians only (not candidates). Our guest speaker is Rev. Dr. Fr. Elio Capra, SDB, a knowledgeable and engaging speaker. At this gathering, we will distribute information packs containing enrolment forms and outline the events and details concerning this wonderful Sacrament. A letter with more information should have been sent home by now. If you have not received one, please check with your school or catechist class.
For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Liz.
Email: Warragul.sacraments@cdsale.org.au
Ph: 5623 1642
Sacrament Key Dates:
Sacrament of Reconciliation: Reconciliation ceremony Thursday 20th March, 7 pm St. Ita’s Church
Sacrament of First Holy Communion: Parent Information Meeting Thursday 27th March, 7 pm Marian Room St. Joseph’s Church Warragul
Communion Masses will be held on the weekends of 31st May/1st June and 7th/8th June
Sacrament of Confirmation: Parent Information Meeting Thursday 19th June, 7 pm Marian Room St. Joseph’s Church Warragul
Confirmation Mass with the Bishop Friday 15th August, St. Ita’s Church, Drouin, 7 pm
Other dates will be provided closer to the time.
For more information, contact Liz at the Parish Office 5623 1642 or email warragul.sacraments@cdsale.org.au
Live Your Best Life in Love...
A Marriage Encounter weekend is for you…
Every married couple deserves this very special weekend.
Time out to nurture your most precious relationship away from daily distractions.
The two of you will come away from your weekend feeling more deeply connected
and with tools to help keep the passion alive.
No group sharing is required.
The weekend is based on Catholic values. Couples of all faiths are welcome.
Please check our website for more details and to book your special weekend:
Our next weekend is: 25-27 April 2025 at St Paul's Retreat Centre, Wantirna South.
Starts Friday at 7 pm and finishes Sunday afternoon around 4.30 pm
Information/Bookings: Phone Mercy & James 0409 183 676 or
Email: vicbookings@wwme.org.au Website: wwme.org.au
PARISH RENEWAL PROGRAM
