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Through our parish we have the opportunity to grow spiritually and put our faith into action through giving some of our gifts of time and talents. We hope you will share your time and talents with us, your Parish family, friends and community, by participating in our various ministries, social services, activities and spiritual experiences. There is a wide range of activities (described in the Groups & Ministries section of this website), through which you may be able to do this. The amount of time and effort needed varies and there is something to suit many different life situations. There may be something that interests you. The opportunity is there for you to enrich your spiritual life in a practical way and to also increase your sense of belonging to our community. Please do not hesitate to contact the Parish Office if you need more information. May God Bless you and your Family, Fr Mark Percival, Parish Priest |
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MASS BOOKINGS STILL ESSENTIAL
Last weekend I celebrated the usual four weekend Masses and two extra Masses with the help of Fr. Frank O’Dea, joined by our First Holy Communion children, their families and a few more parishioners. These extra Masses were necessary in order to comply with our Covid Safe Plan and the cap on numbers in both our Churches (St Joseph’s 85 persons maximum; Christ the King 60 persons maximum) imposed by the physical distancing rules current in our State of Queensland. At some of these Masses a few parishioners came to the door without booking in first. We were able to welcome in a couple of these parishioners, but sadly had to decline entry to some others who could not be accommodated as we had reached our maximum attendance.
Please book in for any and every Mass you want to participate in, by phone, email, visiting the Parish Office or on-line via the Mass Bookings button above to ensure your seat at Mass. It’s unusual for us and somewhat inconvenient to have to do so, but it is necessary as we all co-operate in battling the Covid 19 pandemic raging in our world and in parts of our own country. Booking before you turn up also helps your Parish and the community as well as those generous parish members who volunteer to be at the doors at every Mass. Mark my words; I can foresee little to no change to this booking in procedure, which is also a requirement for all in-door venues, until the pandemic is effectively controlled, suppressed or finally defeated, all of which is many months away.
All six of the First Holy Communion Masses were full to our designated capacity, well managed before, during and after, and were happy celebrations for the children and all who could be present. Again, I thank everyone who was involved.
Please book in for any and every Mass you want to participate in, by phone, email, visiting the Parish Office or on-line via the Mass Bookings button above to ensure your seat at Mass. It’s unusual for us and somewhat inconvenient to have to do so, but it is necessary as we all co-operate in battling the Covid 19 pandemic raging in our world and in parts of our own country. Booking before you turn up also helps your Parish and the community as well as those generous parish members who volunteer to be at the doors at every Mass. Mark my words; I can foresee little to no change to this booking in procedure, which is also a requirement for all in-door venues, until the pandemic is effectively controlled, suppressed or finally defeated, all of which is many months away.
All six of the First Holy Communion Masses were full to our designated capacity, well managed before, during and after, and were happy celebrations for the children and all who could be present. Again, I thank everyone who was involved.
PLANNED GIVING AND DONATIONS
Thank you to all parishioners who have supported the parish financially. These are tough times for everyone, and we understand that for various reasons, including isolation, financial, and safety reasons, that some parishioners are unable to make their usual offerings at this time. However, we are people of hope and we look forward to the time when we can gather and celebrate our faith together again as a community.
Those who wish to continue use of Planned Giving envelopes during this time of Covid 19 are welcome to deliver the envelopes to the parish office (9am to 3pm Monday to Friday). However if this is not possible, you can simply wait until such time as Masses commence again. If any envelope users would prefer to change from envelope giving to Direct Debit, Credit Card, or EFT, please contact the parish office to make arrangements or follow the instructions/links below. For anyone in the parish on Planned Giving, regardless of how you donate, if your circumstances have changed, and you do not wish to continue with Planned Giving at this time, do not hesitate to contact the parish office.
Thank you to all parishioners who have supported the parish financially. These are tough times for everyone, and we understand that for various reasons, including isolation, financial, and safety reasons, that some parishioners are unable to make their usual offerings at this time. However, we are people of hope and we look forward to the time when we can gather and celebrate our faith together again as a community.
Those who wish to continue use of Planned Giving envelopes during this time of Covid 19 are welcome to deliver the envelopes to the parish office (9am to 3pm Monday to Friday). However if this is not possible, you can simply wait until such time as Masses commence again. If any envelope users would prefer to change from envelope giving to Direct Debit, Credit Card, or EFT, please contact the parish office to make arrangements or follow the instructions/links below. For anyone in the parish on Planned Giving, regardless of how you donate, if your circumstances have changed, and you do not wish to continue with Planned Giving at this time, do not hesitate to contact the parish office.
PAYMENT METHODS
Should you wish to assist the parish by donating at any time directly into the parish account, using the following information.
Alternately, you might consider giving via direct debit or credit card. This will ensure your regular gift to the parish continues in this time of crisis. You may also download the necessary form/s using the links below. Thank you so much. Should you have any queries, please call the office for more information.
Direct Debit Authority >> Credit Card Authority >>
Should you wish to assist the parish by donating at any time directly into the parish account, using the following information.
- Account Name: Corinda Graceville Catholic Parish BSB: 064:786 A/C No. 331 221 102 Reference: Your Surname and Initial
Alternately, you might consider giving via direct debit or credit card. This will ensure your regular gift to the parish continues in this time of crisis. You may also download the necessary form/s using the links below. Thank you so much. Should you have any queries, please call the office for more information.
Direct Debit Authority >> Credit Card Authority >>
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
The Catholic Parish of Corinda Graceville acknowledge the Jagera people, the Traditional Owners who have walked upon and cared for this land for thousands of years. We acknowledge the continued deep spiritual attachment and relationship of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to this country and commit ourselves to the ongoing journey of Reconciliation.
The Catholic Parish of Corinda Graceville acknowledge the Jagera people, the Traditional Owners who have walked upon and cared for this land for thousands of years. We acknowledge the continued deep spiritual attachment and relationship of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to this country and commit ourselves to the ongoing journey of Reconciliation.
SAFEGUARDING POLICY STATEMENT
“…for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs. Mark 10.14
The Archdiocese of Brisbane holds that children, young people and vulnerable adults are a gift from God with an intrinsic right to dignity of life, respect and security from physical and emotional harm. They are to be treasured, nurtured and safeguarded by all.”
Full Safeguarding Policy Statement >>
“…for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs. Mark 10.14
The Archdiocese of Brisbane holds that children, young people and vulnerable adults are a gift from God with an intrinsic right to dignity of life, respect and security from physical and emotional harm. They are to be treasured, nurtured and safeguarded by all.”
Full Safeguarding Policy Statement >>
