News and Announcements (29th Aug, 2010)
Fr Tattersall is on part of his annual leave from Wednesday, 25th August, to Wednesday 8th September, inclusive. Please note changes to the Mass and confession schedule during this time.
Please pray for the Deacons of the Archdiocese of Melbourne who will be ordained to the Sacred Priesthood on Saturday 11th September at St Patrick’s Cathedral, at 10 am.
Priests Retirement Foundation: All those wishing to make a donation to the annual Fathers Day Appeal for retired priests can collect an information pamphlet and donation envelope from the vestibule of the Church after Mass.
Work projects – volunteers needed: various manual projects (eg painting, minor carpentry, carpet removal) need to be carried forward in the coming months, both in St Aloysius’ Church and Maryvale. In order to save labour costs, we would be most grateful for some volunteers to assist with one or more of these projects (which would usually be on a Saturday, though depending on availability, other days would also be possible). Anyone able to offer his services is asked to call Eamon, our secretary, on Thursday or Friday during office hours (9532 7771), or email secretary@latinmassmelbourne.org. Please let us know your preferred days and times, and any area of expertise or experience that might be helpful.
Pastoral Council nominations: forms are now available at the back of the Church for nomination to our new pastoral council. Nominations have been extended to Monday 20th September.
Sacred Concert with Holy Rosary – ‘Latitude 37’ performs Biber’s Rosary Sonatas at St Aloysius’, Sunday 10th October at 2.30 pm (with the recitation of the Holy Rosary). This event is designed both as an occasion of Marian devotion, and as a fundraiser for the apostolate’s needs. Those who make the requested donation ($50 for families, $20 for adults, and $15 pensioner/student concession) will enter the draw for the prize of a beautiful set of Spanish rosary beads, valued at over $ 300. Because the event is also a concert being given by a leading instrumental ensemble, it would not be a suitable for babies or small children who might be inclined to compete with the musicians!
St Aloysius’ school hall is now available every Sunday before, during and after Mass, for those needing its facilities: we are hoping this will be particularly helpful for families travelling some distance to attend Mass. We would welcome volunteers to assist with hall security, and also with welcoming people before Mass, and morning teas after Mass. Please contact the Secretary on 9532 7771 (on Thursday or Friday) or via email: secretary@latinmassmelbourne.org.
Bookkeeper: we are still looking for a new bookkeeper for the apostolate. If you are interested, please contact the Secretary by ‘phone on Thursday or Friday (9532 7771), or email secretary@latinmassmelbourne.org.
Burke Hall parking: Please note Nolan Ave Kew will be closed to traffic (including parking) on Sunday 29th August from 7.30 am due to the annual De Castella Fun Run.
St Aloysius parking: Please ensure that all vehicles are moved outside of the school grounds within half an hour of the end of Sunday Mass at St Aloysius, to enable our sacristans to secure the area. Thank you!