Welcome to our Parish.....Our Parish strives to be a welcoming community that lives the Good News of the Gospel. If you are a newcomer, we are honoured to have you celebrate with us, and would like to have the opportunity to welcome you and answer any questions you may have. To hear more about our caring faith community, please take a New Parishioner form from the front of the Church (or via the link below) and place it on the collection plate.
To increase your sense of belonging to our community, there are a wide range of ministries, social services, activities and spiritual experiences available in our parish. Visit the Groups & Ministries section of this website. There may be something that interests you. Please do not hesitate to contact the Parish Office if you need more information. |
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Weekend Mass TimesSaturday 6pm Vigil
Sunday 6.30am Sunday 8.00am Sunday 9.15am Sunday 10.30am Sunday 6.00pm Parish ClergyFr Enoch Iheme
(Parish Priest) Fr Francisco Evangelista (Associate Pastor) |
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Community News
please refer to the newsletter for information about other happenings in our Parish
RCIA: A JOURNEY INTO FAITH FOR ADULTS
Jenny & Manuel "Our RCIA journey came about when Manuel and I decided to have a Catholic wedding and receive the Sacrament of Marriage. Although being legally married already for 16 years, we have never received our church blessing. We have been blessed to have been born from Catholic families in the Philippines, however, we somehow missed out the Sacrament of Confirmation. Our RCIA journey has taught us that we have been quite passive in practicing our faith, attending mass every Sunday is not enough to fully live a Christian life. We have also learned so much from our RCIA sessions and realised how much there is still to learn. We are looking forward and excited to continue and grow in our faith journey and serving the community with parish. Janaka: "Reflecting on RCIA journey of last few months at Our Lady of Lourdes marks the beginning of a longer journey of being a Catholic adult. Coming from a different religious background, I was inspired by my partner's beliefs to enter into the Catholic church. It is through difficult times that later in life I realise the importance of Church as a place of healing. With advances made as humans, ever expanding horizons in knowledge in the universe and many other fields, it is a wonderful time to be born and live. Still, there were times that the only place that could heal us and bring about peace of mind was the Church. I am thankful together with other candidates to Fathers, organisers and presenters for their passion and dedication. Also arranging catch-up sessions was particularly useful for candidates like me.” ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
...will be in recess on Tuesday 16 April and resume the following week. |
2024 SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Sunnybank Sacrament of Confirmation Children aged 8 to 10 are eligible for this year’s Sacramental Program, which begins with Confirmation. Registration are now open.
SUNNYBANK PARISH FRIENDSHIP GROUP NEWS:
Our next meeting in on Wednesday 24 April. Darryl McCormack from Centacare will be giving a talk on services for seniors. Bookings will be taken for our bus trip to Pimpama on 16 May to see a show, “Keeping Up Appearances” at a cost of $45. Inquiries to Haji at 0438 734 706 or 3273 1802. ANZAC DAY 2024
The parish will be celebrating ANZAC Day Mass at 9am on Thursday 25 April. As part of our celebration, we would like to put a face to the names of all those our relatives and parishioners who served and died to secure our peace and freedom. We will be using last year’s photo presentation, so if there is anyone new to be included, please contact the parish office with their Photos, Names, Time & Places of service; and their connection to us. Following Mass, the Welcoming & Hospitality Committee will be serving a cuppa with ANZAC biscuits to share. ALPHA
Are you looking to explore the big questions of life, faith and meaning? Invite your friends who don’t connect with faith to explore the possibility of ALPHA in a friendly, open and informal environment! Commencing Tuesday 30 April in the Avocado Room (6:15pm for 6:30pm start). To find out more or to register, please contact the parish office on 3345 3766. Please note: Numbers are limited |
Donations & Financial Support Welcome
In order to assist parishioners with their Parish Giving during isolation, the Archdiocese developed a Parish Giving App. It is available here parishgiving.brisbanecatholic.org.au. You will need to create an account the first time you log in. Please click on one of the buttons above. If you require assistance getting started with the App, please click here for detailed instructions >>
If you would like to give by direct debit, click here to print the form, complete, sign, and post to the Parish Office PO Box 32, Sunnybank or email to sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au. Please contact the Parish Office on 3345 3766 for more information.
If you would like to give by direct debit, click here to print the form, complete, sign, and post to the Parish Office PO Box 32, Sunnybank or email to sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au. Please contact the Parish Office on 3345 3766 for more information.