We are a Welcoming Community
Saturday 17th October 2026
Parish Dinner
& Fr Chinua’s Birthday Celebration — Last Chance for Tickets
Join us for a special evening for our parish community! A catered buffet
of roast meats, vegetables, salads, dessert, tea and coffee (BYO alcohol),
with entertainment, raffles, ‘Slide the Coin’ and the 100’s Board.
Please bring gold coins to join in the fun.
When & where
Saturday 17th October, 7:00 pm — in the Parish Hall, immediately following the 6:00 pm Vigil Mass
Tickets
Adult $40 · Student (high school age) $15 · Child (4–10 yrs) $10 · Children under 4 free
How to buy
Ticket sales close this Sunday, 11th October — after Mass or from the Parish Office on (07) 3205 1493. Payment by EFTPOS or cash.
This will be a special evening for our parish community and we hope you will be able to join us! — The Organising Committee
This Week's Readings
First Reading
Isaiah 25:6-10
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 22
Second Reading
Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20
Gospel
Matthew 22:1-10
Upcoming Events
RCIA — Classes Now Running
Every Thursday — 7:00 pm
Thinking about becoming Catholic? Contact the Parish Office on 3205 1493 to find out more.
Religious Instruction for High School Students
Second Sunday of each month — after the 9:00 am Mass
Classes start this Sunday, 11th October. All high school-aged young people are warmly welcome.
Board Games
Every Monday — 10:00 am, Office Meeting Room
Join us for a fun morning of games!
Mulch Working Bee
Saturday 24th October — morning
We have a very large pile of mulch to spread — many hands make light work! Volunteers of all ages welcome. Please bring a shovel, rake, wheelbarrow or other useful tools. Plenty of garden mulch is also available from the back carpark if you would like some.
Daily Mass Book & Break Open the Word 2027
Orders now open
To order Break Open the Word, the Daily Mass 2027 or the Ordo 2027, contact the Parish Office on 3205 1493 or braypark@bne.catholic.net.au.
Reportable Conduct Training — All Volunteers
Reminder
The Queensland Reportable Conduct Scheme began on 1 July 2026. All parish employees and volunteers — not only those working with children — are asked to complete the short Arch eLearn module as soon as possible. Safeguarding →
Wine, Cheese & Cake for Fr Chinua’s Birthday
This Saturday 10th October — after the 6:00 pm Mass
Join us for wine and cheese, and help us wish Fr Chinua a very happy birthday. Free of charge — a wonderful way to catch up with old friends, make new ones and welcome those new to our parish.
Healing Mass with Fr Rozo Palić
Monday 26th October — 5:30 pm, Holy Spirit Church
“Jesus is the Doctor and the Medicine.” Healing Mass, then a talk by Fr Rozo with Jesus exposed in the Blessed Sacrament, Eucharistic Blessing and Benediction, and personal prayer with laying on of hands and an individual blessing.
Water, salt and oil will be blessed — please label your items with your name. Bring family and friends, especially anyone in need of healing or hope. Enquiries: 0412 802 122 or godislove.net.au.
Thanksgiving Mass for Volunteers
Friday 23rd October — 7:00 pm
Giving thanks for everyone who shares their time and gifts in our parish — Eucharistic ministers, readers, musicians, altar servers, sacristans, council members, florists, cleaners, operators and all who help. Every volunteer and their family is warmly invited.
Community Connect
Monthly — 10:00 am, Office Meeting Room
Join us for a friendly get together and morning tea. All are welcome! See the bulletin for the next date.
Knights Charity Golf Day
Sunday 11th October — from 6:00 am, Sandgate Golf Club
$55 (under 18 $25), includes breakfast. Ambrose format, 9 holes — make a team of 4 or be allocated to one. All proceeds go to the Vinnies Bray Park and Petrie Chapters. Email Greg at gregwebace@gmail.com for more information.
Sprinkling Rite & Consecration to the Holy Spirit
Second Sunday of each month — from Sunday 11th October
Mass will begin with the Blessing and Sprinkling of Holy Water in place of the Penitential Act, reminding us of our Baptism. As our parish is dedicated to the Holy Spirit, we will also pray together a Consecration to the Holy Spirit.
Parish Dinner & Fr Chinua’s Birthday
Saturday 17th October — 7:00 pm, Parish Hall (after the 6:00 pm Mass)
A combined celebration: buffet, entertainment, raffles and games. Adults $40, Students $15, Children (4–10) $10, under 4 free. Ticket sales close this Sunday, 11th October. Full details →
Young Adults Monthly Meeting
Sunday 18th October — after the 9:00 am Mass, Parish Office
All young adults aged 17 to 35 (or thereabouts) are warmly invited. Come along to meet new friends, share the faith and help plan our upcoming activities.
Family Visits
Fr Chinua & Fr Vincent would love to visit you
Meet informally, share a cuppa, and receive a blessing for your home and family. Open to everyone — families, couples, those living on their own, and anyone unwell or housebound. Add your name, address and phone number to the sign-up sheet at the back of the church, or call the Parish Office on (07) 3205 1493.
Children’s Nativity Play
Christmas 2026 — register your interest
Children of all ages are invited, and parents are welcome to help with costumes and props. Add your child’s name, age and a contact number to the sign-up sheet at the back of the church, or call the Parish Office.
Key Dates Ahead
Sat 17 Oct
Parish Dinner & Fr Chinua’s Birthday — 7:00 pm
Sun 18 Oct
Young Adults meeting after the 9:00 am Mass
Fri 23 Oct
Thanksgiving Mass for Volunteers — 7:00 pm
Sat 24 Oct
Mulch Working Bee
Mon 26 Oct
Fr Rozo Healing Mass — 5:30 pm
Sun 1 Nov
All Saints Day
Mon 2 Nov
All Souls Day — Masses 7:00 am & 12 noon; 5:30 pm Mass & Blessing at Lawnton Cemetery
Sun 8 Nov
Blessing of the Columbarium after every Mass; Religious Instruction for High School students
Mon 9 Nov
Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
Wed 11 Nov
Remembrance Day
Fri 13 Nov
Bereavement Mass — 7:00 pm
Sun 22 Nov
Solemnity of Christ the King — Eucharistic procession after the 9:00 am Mass; Benediction after every Mass
Sun 29 Nov
First Sunday of Advent
Mon 30 Nov
St Andrew
Tue 8 Dec
Immaculate Conception — Masses 7:00 am & 7:30 pm; Hour of Grace 11:45 am
Regular Mass Times / Reconciliation / Adoration / Rosary
Sunday Masses
Sunday Vigil (Saturday)
6.00 pm
Sunday
7.00 am
9.00 am
11.00 am (Syriac)
5.30 pm (Advent & Lent)
Daily Masses
Monday
7.00 am
Tuesday
7.30 pm
Wednesday
7.00 am
Thursday
9.00 am
Friday
7.00 am
7.30 pm (1st Friday of each month)
Anointing of the Sick (Healing Mass)
2nd Friday of each month - 7:00am
Saturday
8.00 am
Reconciliation
Wednesday
8:45 am
First Friday of each Month
8:15 pm
Saturday
8.30 am and 5:15 pm
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Exposition and Benediction
Wednesdays after the 7:00 am mass until Thursday 8:30 am &
1st Friday of the Month
8:15 pm until 7:30 am Saturday morning
Rosary
After each weekday mass
Saturday mornings at 7.30am (before the 8am Mass)
Last Friday of the month at 6:30am