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Weekend Masses 

6:00pm Saturday     Mass

8:30am Sunday        Mass

10:00am Sunday      Mass

Weekday Masses

9:30am Monday           Liturgy of the Word

6:00pm Tuesday           Mass

9:30am Wednesday     Mass

9:30am Thursday         Mass

9:30am Friday               Mass

Fete News 

Our 2022 St Thomas the Apostle Community Fete was an amazing success

Thanks to everyone who helped, came to and enjoyed your ongoing support 

The 2022 Fete Committee

1. Jamala Lodge Overnight Experience- Ticket #375- Simone Hamilton

2. Dyson V7 Motorhead Origin- Ticket #1008- Anthony Stewart

3. Dawn Drifters Balloon Ride for 2- Ticket #11- Emma Jones

4. Apple iPad 9th Gen 256GB & Case- Ticket #1- Nimmy Susan Philip

5. Scorers Academy Basketball Pack- Ticket #74- Sue Juresevic

6. Visa $500 Gift Card- Ticket #896- Naomi Trussler

7. Pialligo Estate Experience- Ticket #419- Terry Connolly

8. Weber Q2000 BBQ- Ticket #949- Jack Purcell

9. Nintendo Switch Pack- Ticket #594- Jakub Bartkoviak

10. Lego Pack- Ticket #532- Kath Cummins

An increasing number of Parishioners in our Parish & their extended family have COVID or are in isolation because of exposure.

It is with this in mind that we will be returning to the wearing of masks for all Church services. 

The use of antibacterial wipes will continued & we strongly encourage social distancing 

so that we can protect and keep each other safe. 

Please stay up to date with the latest ACT Government COVID-19 information and restrictions the website https://www.covid19.act.gov.au/

It is updated regularly with exposure sites, case number and restriction information.

Archdiocesan Protocols can be found at  https://cgcatholic.org.au/

If you have symptoms please get tested. If you have a Positive RAT result?

Please Isolate for 7 days and report to ACT Health & your known contacts.

During this time, we can all have feelings of frustration, fear, anxiety & stress.
Please be kind to yourselves & each other and together we can get through this. 
Reach out if you need help and reach out to family, friend & colleagues to check that they are ok.

If you find yourself in need of support please contact Elizabeth via phone or email.

We all have a responsibility to help to keep each other safe, well & connected.

If you are on the computer and constantly looking at news it can be depressing, while we need to stay informed, we also need to take time to stop, think how lucky we are and get some fresh air.

Remember stay safe, well & connected, we are in this together and together (while apart) we can do this.

God Bless & Stay Safe

The Leaks are Back.
The Insurance, plumbers, builders are on the job to find the source of the issues.
Please be patient, we assure you everything that can be done is being done.

The Evaporation Cooling in the Church has ceased working.

It cannot be repaired, we are currently looking into options for replacement. 
Great news normal Masses are running & there is no restriction to numbers.
Check in at Masses using the Check in CBR App is recommended.
God Bless

A Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) card is compulsory for every volunteer whose role potentially involves them interacting with vulnerable persons. The card is free for volunteers. Parish roles requiring a card include Acolyte, Senior Server, Eucharistic Minister to home/care facility, Catechist and a number of other roles. To apply for a card go to the link below. When recording “employer details” please list Parish Priest and Parish Office.

https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/s/article/working-with-vulnerable-people-wwvp-registration-tab-overview 

The Archdiocesan Child Protection Code of Conduct (CPCC) is compulsory for all volunteers, irrespective of their volunteer role. This is to ensure all volunteers understand our role in protecting children. 
The latest Code can be read here: 
https://cgcatholic.org.au/professional-standards/child-protection-code-of-conduct/

The Acknowledgement must be signed and returned to the Parish Office

CDF News

The CDF has set up a quick & easy way to donate to the First & Second Collections in our Parish.

Just use the following link & fill in the form.

Please ensure you pick which collection you wish to donate too (1st or 2nd) & enter your information to ensure that the money you donate comes back to us.

https://www.bpoint.com.au/pay/catholicdevelopmentfundarchdioceseofcanberra

We really appreciate you continued support during this difficult time.

Second Collection (Parish Revenue)

All money from the second collection is banked in the Church account.

It is used for the running of the parish. eg utilities (including presbytery utilities), parish secretary wage, priest vehicles & superannuation, stationary, maintenance, insurance etc.

As well as payments to support the Australian Catholic Bishop’s Conference, the NSW Bishop’s Conference, the Apostolic Nunciature (contributions to the Vatican) & the National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders Catholic Council.

Paying by Cash

If you wish to drop your cash envelopes into the locked Church letter box these will be collected, counted and banked as usual.

Set up a Direct Debit  

Please download the attached form, fill in a return the office either by way of the locked letter box at the Church or via email to kambah@cg.org.au

Pay by Credit Card

Credit Cards are debited monthly on or about the 20th of the month.

Please download the attached form, fill in a return the office either by way of the locked letter box at the Church or via email to kambah@cg.org.au

Direct Deposit.

We can also accept direct deposits into our bank account, please ensure that you put your name &/or your envelope number in the description so that I can match your payment back to your envelope number in the system.

The account details are as follows.

*  BSB:              062 786

*  Acc #:           000 014 976

*  Acc Name:  St Thomas the Apostle Parish Church

*  Reference:  PG Surname, First Name or Envelope Number

Forms can downloaded from the APPLICATION FORMS tab.

I have collected together some link with resources for.

Government Updates

Catholic Online Resources – Prayer and Masses

The following is a website with some beautiful nature images that can brighten your day.

https://unsplash.com/s/photos/beautiful-nature

Government Updates.

https://covidlive.com.au/

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-10-15/covid-blog-nsw-victoria-queensland-lockdown-press-conferences/100540750

Catholic Online Resources – Prayer and Masses

Online prayer service including streaming of masses are available using the following links.

Canberra Goulburn Archdiocese Resources

https://cgcatholic.org.au/

https://www.catholicvoice.org.au/

https://www.facebook.com/archdiocesecanberragoulburn/

Live Stream Mass St. Christopher’s Cathedral

Monday – Saturday    12:15pm

Sunday                       11:00am

https://www.catholicvoice.org.au/mass-online/

Chanel 10 is broadcasting Mass

https://10play.com.au/mass-for-you-at-home/about

http://www.mfyah.com/index.html

http://www.mfyah.com/video.html

Other Resources 

https://melbournecatholic.org.au/Mass

https://www.pray.com.au/

https://www.vaticannews.va/en.html

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Fr Praveen or Elizabeth in the office. 

Information & Further updates including COVID exposure sites can be found on the ACT Government COVID-19 website. 
https://www.covid19.act.gov.au/
https://www.covid19.act.gov.au/act-status-and-response/lockdown 
https://www.covid19.act.gov.au/news-articles/seven-day-lockdown-for-the-act
https://www.covid19.act.gov.au/act-status-and-response/act-covid-19-exposure-locations 
 
We will update our website and email when we have more information.

Elizabeth