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Holy Trinity Church,
Parish office & presbytery
3 Strangways Street, Curtin ACT 2605
Fr James T Antony CMI
wodennorth@cg.org.au
0459 394 813
Parish Secretary - Peter Himmelreich Office Hours Mon 9am - 4pm; Thurs 9am - 4pm; Fri 9am - 5 pm

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The 30th Sunday of Ordinary Time in Year A 2026

 

You Will Be Known By Your Love 

Do people say of our Christian communities today what they said about the first Christians, “see how they love one another”? How different our world would be if we had put into practice a love like that of God and our neighbour. Christian love, the one with which we love God and people and ourselves, is a love that has God as its source and force. It is the love which Jesus teaches us and asks of us here in this Eucharist.

 

Marivoet, Fr. Camilo J. (1998). Liturgy Alive Models of Celebration (Year A). Quezon City, Claretian Publications

Month of October – Month of Holy Rosary

Dear Parish Family,  

The month of October is the 'Month of Holy Rosary'.

“Teach them to say the Rosary, the family Rosary, and all will be well.” St Mother Teresa of Calcutta.

We will understand the importance of Rosary in the month of October with little bit of history. In the 16th century, the Islamic Ottoman Empire presented a serious military threat to western Europe and sent a fleet of ships to attack Christian defences in southern Europe. Pope Pius V recognized the grave danger and organized a fleet called the Holy League to confront the navy of the Ottoman Turks. 

Pius V knew he needed more than just military strength to defend Christian Europe, so he asked that all the faithful pray the rosary, requesting the intercession of the Blessed Mother. At the end of the Battle of Lepanto, the Holy League was victorious and the maritime expansion of the Ottoman Empire was permanently prevented. The next year, Pius V established a feast on October 7 in honour of the Blessed Mother, originally called Our Lady of Victory. 

The entire month of October was dedicated to the rosary in 1884 by Pope Leo XIII in his encyclical “Superiore Anno”.

May I ask you, during this month of October, to pray a decade of rosary for someone other than your family member? 

The concept of “Chain Rosary” is something we can look at, form a group either by your family members or by friends and pray the rosary every night without fail. Make sure, at least one person in the group will pray the rosary so that the chain is not broken. 

“With the Rosary, the Christian people sits at the school of Mary and is led to contemplate the beauty on the face of Christ and to experience the depths of his love. Through the Rosary the faithful receive abundant grace, as though from the very hands of the Mother of the Redeemer.” St John Paul II 

Fr James T Antony CMI

 

RCIA has begun and is on Tuesday, 7.30 – 8.30pm in the Parish Centre (during school terms)

The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is for people who would like to know more about being a Catholic and can lead to the Sacraments of Initiation at Easter 2027.

 Please let friends, relatives or neighbours know about this opportunity to participate in this journey in a welcoming, friendly environment. 

Meetings occur weekly with breaks for the school holidays. Contact the Parish Office for more information and to register.


 

SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN - 2027 Dates to be finalised

Term 1 - Reconciliation - for baptised children in Year 3 and above

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Term 2 – Confirmation – for children in Year 6 and above who have celebrated their First Eucharist 

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Term 3 - First Eucharist - for children in Year 4 or above who have been baptised and celebrated their First Reconciliation


 

Blessed Sacrament Exposition Announcement


Commencing Thursday, 1 October, there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday from 5:00–5:30 pm and on the First Friday of each month from 9:00–9:30 am. 

From the Second Vatican Council, in its Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy of 1963, known by its Latin title Sacrosanctum Concilium, at § 47 we find the statement:  At the Last Supper, on the night when He was betrayed, our Savior instituted the Eucharistic Sacrifice of His Body and Blood. He did this in order to perpetuate the Sacrifice of the Cross throughout the centuries until He should come again, and so to entrust to His beloved Spouse, the Church, a memorial of His Death and Resurrection: a sacrament of love, a sign of unity, a bond of charity, a paschal banquet in which Christ is eaten, the mind is filled with grace, and a pledge of future glory is given. 

 

Upcoming Events

Saturday, 24 October 11am onwards | Holy Trinity Primary School is turning 60!

Holy Trinity Primary School warmly invites all parishioners, former and current students, staff, families, and friends to join us on as we celebrate our 60th Anniversary. We will begin the day with Mass celebrated by Fr James at 11:00am. Following Mass, visitors can enjoy the Holy Trinity Art Show, showcasing artwork created by every student and teacher. The exhibition captures the imagination, talent, and unique spirit that make our school community so special. Alongside the Art Show, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy guided tours led by our students, as well as a coffee van and a selection of hot food available throughout the event. This is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate the rich history of Holy Trinity. Spread the word and join us for this memorable occasion.

Archdiocese Annual Marian Procession, Goulburn - Sunday, 1 November 2026: return bus from Canberra: $50 north and south pick up points. Bring an outdoor chair, walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Seats are non-refundable but transferable. All welcome. Register: https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1667499 Enquiries: Trip Organiser, 0472 672 553

 

Wed 18 November, 7.30pm Public Forum Exploring the Horizons of a Pope Leo Church

Marist College Canberra, Marr St, Pearce, in partnership with Concerned Catholics Canberra Goulburn

Fr Tony Banks OSA (Augustinian Provincial, Australasia, knows Pope Leo well) and Dr Anne Benjamin

(Co-author of Leadership after the Synod) will explore directions of Leo’s pontificate, that will build the church for the next generation. What skills, strategies and attributes will be needed by both ordained and non-ordained, in a church where leadership, decision-making and accountability are shared?

Fri 27 – Sun 29 Nov| Pastoral visit by Archbishop Christopher Prowse 

During this time, the Archbishop will celebrate Mass and we will have the opportunity to meet the Archbishop in groups and individually. More details to come.

 

 


Supported Independent Living - Watson

Our Supported Independent Living home in Watson currently has a vacancy to share with two mature-aged women. The home is conveniently located close to public transport, local shops, parklands and is only a short drive to the Dickson Shopping Centre.

Contact our CHOICES and Aged Care team on 6163 7647
Or email Richard Turner on richard.turner@mccg.org.au

 

Are you an ANU student? Join the ANU Catholic Society!
Journey together in faith with the ANU's community of Catholic students. Join us for weekly Mass on campus at the St John the Evangelist Chapel, 51 Daley Road; faith formation; RCIA; social events (food provided); and volunteering opportunities.

Sign up for FREE membership on Rubric, or contact us at anucathsoc@gmail.com. We are also on Instagram and Facebook.

I AM CATHOLIC Card
The I AM CATHOLIC card, developed by the Knights of the Southern Cross, can be carried in your wallet or purse to indicate that you would like a priest to visit you if you are in hospital or involved in an accident. Parish contact details can be included.

The card is free for adult parishioners. For information or to order, contact Bob Perkins KSC Canberra at perkins.family@aapt.net.au.

 

SAMOAN MASS AT ST MATTHEW’S CHURCH, PAGE

Everyone is invited to join Samoan Mass at St Matthew’s Church, Page. The Mass commences at 12.30PM on the 4th Sunday of the Month.

 

 

GOT YOUR WEDDING PLANS UNDER CONTROL?
How prepared are you for marriage? Engaged Encounter provides you with deeper insights
into each other and into married life. We give you a chance to spend time together to
strengthen and enrich your relationship. For further information visit our web site:
www.engagedencounter.org.au. Choose any of the coming Weekends: Feb 21-22, May 23-
24, Aug 8-9

 

TRIBUNAL OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Marriage breakdown can be a deeply painful experience. The Church offers pastoral support to those who are divorced, while upholding the permanence of Christian marriage.

The Canberra Office of the Tribunal invites anyone who is divorced and would like to discuss the annulment process to make contact. Your privacy will be respected, and if you choose to apply, you will be guided and supported throughout the process.

For more information, phone 6239 9813 or email tribunal@cg.org.au.

 

CARITAS AUSTRALIA APPEALS FOR SUPPORT FOR VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES ACROSS AFRICA
Across Africa, millions are facing conflict, hunger and displacement. In countries such as the Democratic Republic of Congo and Sudan, the situation remains critical.

Caritas Australia is working with local partners to provide emergency shelter, food, nutrition support and access to clean water.

Please keep those affected in your prayers. Donations can be made through Caritas Australia to support this urgent response.

Your support is urgently needed.

Please donate to Caritas Australia’s Africa Crisis Appeal.

You can donate online www.caritas.org.au/africa or phone 1800 024 413

 

PLANNING TO MARRY IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?

Go to the Archdiocesan marriage and family webpage (without delay) for information and to choose a marriage preparation program that suits at www.marriagefamily.org.au. For enquiries email marriage.preparation@cg.org.au or text Helena on 0405 440 463.

 

 

VACANCIES AT SUPPORTED INDEPENDENT HOMES

At Marymead CatholicCare, there are currently vacancies in two of our residential Supported Independent Living homes within the NDIS CHOICES Program, supporting and empowering people with disabilities, including: a modern home in Kambah for supported independent living, sharing with two friendly, mature individuals; and Dorothy Sales Cottages in Hughes specifically designed for individuals with acquired brain injury. Contact our CHOICES and Aged Care number at 6163 7647.

 

VOCATIONS DISCERNMENT DINNERS - ALTERNATING BETWEEN A PRESBYTERY AND THE ARCHBISHOP’S HOUSE
Vocations Discernment Dinners - alternating between a presbytery and the Archbishop’s House First Thursday of the month. For men interested in discerning a call to the Priesthood. A hearty meal provided with insightful discussions & prayer. To rsvp please contact vocations director Fr Emil emil.milat@cg.org.au.

 

 

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