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Holy Trinity Church,
Parish office & presbytery
3 Strangways Street, Curtin ACT 2605
Fr James T Antony CMI (On Sabbatical until 7 August)
0459 394 813
Parish Secretary - Peter Himmelreich Office Hours Mon 9am - 4pm; Thurs 9am - 4pm; Fri 9am - 5 pm

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The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord 17 May 2026

The Lord of All 

We celebrate the Ascension today. Does that mean that Jesus has left us, is gone? It is true we can no longer touch and see him as could the apostles and disciples. He no longer belongs to a small group but to everyone on earth who wants to accept him. He is now the Lord of all, the Lord of glory, and yet still one of us and very near, more intimate to ourselves than we are, the heart of our own heart, through his Spirit alive in us. We, the Church, have to continue the work he began and to bear witness that he is our living Lord. Let us listen to him speaking in this eucharist and give glory to him and to the Father.

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

 

Catholic Inquiry program - An Invitation

 

 

Sometimes people wonder what Catholics believe and how they live their faith. Sometimes they feel shy about asking these questions. At Holy Trinity Church we have an Inquiry group for people who are not Catholic but who are searching for answers. This Inquiry group may lead to enrolment in the Rite of Christian Initiation Adults (RCIA) program. For further information, contact Peter at the Parish Office 0459 394 813

 

SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN - 2026

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 

Enrollments are now open through Qkr! app (select Transfiguration Parish North Woden, then Parish Payments and Sacraments/Sacraments/Confirmation

Four Family Group sessions (to be organised by Family Group hosts)

To join these family groups, contact either the Holy Trinity Primary Religious Education Coordinator: Emily Capper emily.capper@cg.catholic.edu.au

or St Peter and Paul Primary Religious Education Coordinator: Andrea McQuirk andrea.mcquirk@cg.catholic.edu.au

or Peter Himmelreich, Parish Secretary, Parish of the Transfiguration, wodennorth@cg.org.au

Presentation Masses – Saturday, 23 May, 6pm OR Sunday, 24 May 9.30am and 5.30pm, Holy Trinity Church

 Stole Night (parent and child) – Thursday, 4 June, 5.30pm, Sts Peter and Paul School Hall, Garran Confirmation 

Retreat (to be confirmed) – Friday, 19 June, 9.15am 2.15pm, Holy Trinity School Hall and Church 

Sacramental Celebration – 6.30pm Thursday 2 August, Holy Trinity Church 

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

Enrollments open in mid-June through the Qkr! app

Parent Formation Night – Tuesday, 28 July, 6pm via MS Teams 

Four Family Group sessions (to be organised by Family Group hosts

Presentation Masses – Saturday, 22 August, 6pm OR Sunday, 23 August 9.30am and 5.30pm, Holy Trinity Church 

First Eucharist Retreat (to be confirmed) – Friday, 4 September, 9.15am-2.15pm, Holy Trinity School Hall and Church 

Sacramental Celebration – Saturday, 19 September, 6pm, and Sunday, 20 September, 9.30am and 5.30pm, Holy Trinity Church

 

 

          


 

Upcoming Events

28 June | Sts Peter and Paul's Feast Day | 10:00 am

Mary Queen of Apostles Parish Goulburn invites you to celebrate Sts Peter and Paul's Feast day.
Beginning with Mass in the Old Cathedral at 10am, a Feast Day Luncheon will commence from 11.40am at the Goulburn Workers Club. The tickets will be available on QKR! or through the Goulburn Mission Office after May the 1st. A two-course meal, including tea and coffee is $50 per person, with Guest speaker, Ron Tesoriero discoursing from 12pm.
Please send enquiries to 
goulburn@cg.org.au.

 


Caritas Australia Lebanon Emergency Appeal

Lebanon is facing one of its most severe humanitarian crises in years, as a sudden surge in violence and mass evacuation orders force families to flee with nothing. Within 24 hours, Caritas Lebanon reported 667,831 newly displaced people seeking safety. Despite the volatile environment, Caritas Lebanon teams are operating across seven governorates, delivering food, essential items, healthcare, psychosocial support, water and hygiene assistance, and protection services. Let us stand in solidarity with our partners in Lebanon. Learn more or make a donation today at www.caritas.org.au/lebanon

 

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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