We are a Welcoming Community
This Week's Readings
First Reading
Wisdom 6:12-16
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 62
Second Reading
1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
Gospel
Matthew 25:1-13
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
The next class is on Sunday 8th November. 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!
Free Garden Mulch
Help yourself — back carpark
We have plenty of garden mulch in the back carpark if anyone 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.
God’s Word 2027 — Daily Reflections Diary
Available now from the Parish Office — $13.50
Keep God’s Word close every day of the year. This liturgical diary contains the daily Mass readings with reflections, feast days and space for your own notes.
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 →
Annual Spiritan Mission Appeal
Sunday 8th November — at all Masses
This year’s appeal supports the renovation of the Spiritan Formation House in Aitape, Papua New Guinea, home to young men preparing for missionary priesthood and religious life.
Your past generosity has already provided a mission vehicle, a boat to reach remote communities and a security fence for the Aitape mission. Please keep our missionaries, seminarians and the people of Papua New Guinea in your prayers and give as generously as you are able.
Sacramental Programme 2027 — Parent Information Meetings
Thursday 11th February 2027 at 6:30 pm, or Sunday 14th February 2027 at 10:00 am
Parents of children preparing for Reconciliation, Holy Communion and Confirmation in 2027 are invited to attend one of these meetings, which will outline the preparation programme, key dates and how to enrol your child.
Key dates for 2027: Confirmation (Year 3) Sunday 23rd May; First Reconciliation (Year 4) Tuesday 23rd March at 6:30 pm; First Holy Communion (Year 4) Sunday 22nd August. Enquiries: 3205 1493 or braypark@bne.catholic.net.au.
Bereavement Mass
Friday 13th November — 7:00 pm
For anyone who has lost a family member or friend in the past 12 months, or who is grieving a loved one. Everyone is welcome to come and light a candle in memory of their loved one — please bring a picture of your deceased loved ones.
Solemnity of Christ the King
Sunday 22nd November
We celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, with Benediction after the 6:00 pm (Saturday) and 7:00 am Masses, and a Eucharistic Procession around the Church after the 9:00 am Mass.
Community Connect — This Tuesday
Tuesday 10th November — 10:00 am, Office Meeting Room
This month Community Connect will be held on Tuesday 10th November rather than the usual first Tuesday (3rd November), as that date falls on Melbourne Cup Day. Friendly get together and morning tea — all are welcome!
Saturday Rosary — Change of Time
Every Saturday — before the 8:00 am Mass
The Rosary is now prayed before the 8:00 am Mass each Saturday, to allow for church cleaning afterwards.
Sprinkling Rite & Consecration to the Holy Spirit
Second Sunday of each month — next on Sunday 8th November
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.
Young Adults Monthly Meeting
Sunday 15th November — after the 9:00 am Mass, Parish Office
Guest speaker: Michael Heyne from the Parish Pastoral Council. All young adults aged 17 to 35 (or thereabouts) are warmly welcome.
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.
Singers for Christmas Masses
Register your interest in the next week or so
If you would like to be part of the choir for the Christmas Mass at midnight, please contact Gen Edmonds on 0402 986 160.
For the 6:00 pm, 7:00 am and 9:00 am Masses, please add your name to the sheet at the back of the church.
Children’s Nativity Play
Christmas 2026 — next practice Friday 13th November
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.
Pastoral Visits to Prisons
“No one is beyond the reach of God’s mercy” — Pope Francis
Centacare has volunteering opportunities for women and men in several correctional centres in the archdiocese (Southern Qld and Brisbane Women’s, Arthur Gorrie and Maryborough). You will be well trained and supported within an existing Catholic team, and the commitment is just one morning a week.
Find out more: Judy Norris, 0428 669 572 or judy.norris@ben.centacare.net.au.
Key Dates Ahead
Sat 7 Nov
8:00 am Mass for the deceased members of the Legion of Mary
Sun 8 Nov
Spiritan Mission Appeal at all Masses
Religious Instruction for High School students — after the 9:00 am Mass
Mon 9 Nov
Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
Knights of the Southern Cross Mass — 7:00 pm
Tue 10 Nov
Community Connect — 10:00 am (moved from 3 Nov, Melbourne Cup Day)
Wed 11 Nov
Remembrance Day
Fri 13 Nov
Healing Mass — 7:00 am
Children’s Nativity Play practice
Bereavement Mass — 7:00 pm
Sun 15 Nov
Young Adults meeting after the 9:00 am Mass
Sun 22 Nov
Solemnity of Christ the King — Benediction after the 6:00 pm (Sat) & 7:00 am Masses; Eucharistic procession after the 9:00 am Mass
Sun 29 Nov
First Sunday of Advent
Mon 30 Nov
St Andrew
Tue 1 Dec
Year 6 Graduation — 6:00 pm (Parish Mass at 7:00 am this Tuesday)
Sun 6 Dec
Second Sunday of Advent — Children’s Christmas Party after the 9:00 am Mass
Tue 8 Dec
Immaculate Conception — Masses 7:00 am & 7:30 pm; Hour of Grace 11:45 am
Fri 11 Dec
Healing Mass — 7:00 am
Sun 13 Dec
Third Sunday of Advent
Fri 18 Dec
Christmas Reconciliation — 7:30 pm
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)
5.00 pm (Advent & Lent)
Daily Masses
Monday
7.00 am
Tuesday
7.30 pm
Wednesday
7.00 am
Thursday
9.00 am
8.00 am (school holidays)
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 weekday Mass
Before Mass on the last Friday of the month and on Saturdays