We are a Welcoming Community
Sunday 30th August 2026
Multicultural Sunday
One Heart & One Soul in Christ
Holy Spirit Parish warmly invites everyone to our annual Multicultural
Celebration — a joyous occasion when the many nations of our parish
come together to praise the one God who unites us all.
9:00 am
Multicultural Mass in the church
After Mass
Entertainment and a tasting of international foods from around the world in the Holy Spirit School Hall
Would you like to share a dish from your culture, perform, or help on the day?
Forms are available at the back of the church.
Food drop-off
Vehicle access to the School Hall is available from 8:00 am to 8:45 am only. Please exit the area once you have dropped off your food — no parking is allowed near the School Hall, and the chained emergency access road must be kept clear.
Electrical testing
Planning to use an appliance to keep food hot? Drop it at the Parish Office by Tuesday 25th August. Testing is on Wednesday 26th; collection from Thursday 27th. Untested appliances cannot be used in the Hall.
Parking & help
A large crowd is expected. We need four or five parking marshalls on hand from 8:00 am — please contact the Parish Office. If you have mobility needs, contact the office and we will try to allocate a space and arrange transport to the School Hall.
This Week's Readings
First Reading
Isaiah 22:19-23
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 137:1-3, 6, 8
Second Reading
Romans 11:33-36
Gospel
Matthew 16:13-20
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.
Catechism for High School Students
Sundays — after the 9:00 am Mass
All high school-aged young people are warmly welcome to come along.
Readers Meeting
Tuesday 25th August — 6:45 pm in the Church
We kindly ask all Readers to attend this brief meeting to learn about a new process that will be implemented shortly.
Catholic Campaign 2026
22nd – 23rd August
“Be blessed and bless others with your gift.” Supports the formation of future priests, our elderly and retired priests, and children in need.
Confirmation Ceremony
Saturday 22nd August — 6:00 pm
All are invited to celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation with our young people at the Vigil Mass. Please keep our candidates and their families in your prayers.
Setting Up for Multicultural Sunday
Saturday 29th August — from 9:00 am, School Hall
Setting up tables and chairs and decorating the Hall is a big task — as many volunteers as possible are needed. We ask each of our groups to organise helpers to set up tables and decorate their displays.
Multicultural Sunday
Sunday 30th August
9:00 am Mass, then celebrations in the School Hall
Parish Assembly
Sunday 13th September — after the 9:00 am Mass
As Fr Chinua marks his first anniversary as Parish Priest, all parishioners are warmly invited to join him for a parish meeting to discuss planning, ideas, suggestions and ways we can improve and strengthen our parish community. Your ideas and participation are most welcome.
In preparation for the assembly, please complete the Parish Survey by Sunday 6th September so the results can be collated in time.
Ignite Conference 2026
Thursday 24th – Sunday 27th September
St Laurence’s College, South Brisbane
Young people, families, leaders and teachers all welcome. Speak with Fr Chinua or Fr Vincent.
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