One of the main goals of the Christ in You Pastoral Plan is Stewardship. We are called to work wholeheartedly for the Lord by doing works well for our families and communities by  seeing the talents in others, encouraging each other to exercise our personal gifts, and developing our resources for the wellbeing of our parish and wider community.

A major part of stewardship involves giving our time to the works of our parish so that we can flourish as a community of faith and service. Volunteering is a great way to share our gifts and talents, to get involved, to be part of a team, to meet others and give back to God and give back to our community.

Would you like to volunteer … ?

Choir
Would you like to join a choir? Whether you are a beginner or experienced there is a place for your beautiful voice!

Organ
Can you play the organ or piano? Would you like to assist in making liturgies beautiful through inspiring sacred music?

Lector
Lectors read the Word of God at Mass, would you like to go on our roster? We are happy to meet with you to discuss this and offer training or assistance.

Catechesis
Love to teach kids? Have a heart for the next generation? Our team shares the Gospel with kids in local public schools.Support and resources will be provided.

Visitations
Do you like visiting people? Home visitations bring healing and comfort to a wide range of people, from visiting the elderly to the bereaved this ministry can be extremely rewarding and a blessing to the housebound.

Building and Maintenance
Experienced in building, construction or maintenance? Do you come from a trade background? From time to time you might be able to assist in offering your skills and knowledge.

ODD JOBS
Are you a can-do person who likes showing love by getting things done? We've got plenty of works to do—please get in touch.

Grounds
Have a green thumb? We love to keep our gardens and grounds beautiful and safe. Come along and enjoy giving life to our parish surrounds and delight to our visitors and fellow parishioners.

An invitation to all parents and children

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1 April 2024

Dear Parents and Carers, 

In collaboration with St Brigid’s and Good Samaritan Parish Schools, we invite all parents and children in our Parish to be part of the Lumen Christi Parish Sacramental program for 2024.

If your child has been baptised in the Catholic Faith, you have already begun preparations for their reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. From the moment of their birth, you have shared your Faith with your children in your love, words, actions and prayers. This is an essential component in their faith formation.

Receiving the Sacraments is a very blessed time in our journey of faith, and it is the means by which baptised children can complete their journey into full membership of the Catholic Church. They are community events, which remind us of the role of the parish community in the development of our life of faith, hope, and love. Our Catholic Schools and Parish are here to help you as parents in your vocation to make known the light and love of God to your children.

Enrolments have now opened for Reconciliation and Eucharist 2024 and will close on Friday 17 May 2024.

Please read the following pages for further information about how to enrol your child into the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharist program for 2024.

We look forward to seeing you all during the Lumen Christi Sacramental Program in 2024 and celebrating this joyful and blessed time for your child, your family and our parish community.

HOW DOES THE SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM WORK?

• Students seeking the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharist are invited to enrol in the Sacramental program through the Lumen Christi Parish Online Portal. Go to: lumenchristi.org.au/sacramental (Enrolments close on Friday 17 May 2024).

• A compulsory information session for all parents is conducted with the Parish Priest, the School Principal and the Religious Education Coordinator of the Catholic Parish Primary Schools or the Parish Catechists at the commencement of the program.

• Candidates from the two Parish Schools (St Brigid’s Gwynneville and Good Samaritan Fairy Meadow) will complete their Sacramental program over a 5-week period during class Religious Education time.

• Candidates in other schools within our Lumen Christi Parish will complete their Sacramental program by attending 4 sessions at St Francis Xavier Cathedral from 3:45-4:45 pm.

• Parents participate in the Sacramental preparation of their child through attendance at the parent information night, at the Commitment Mass, at weekday parish Masses, by attending the Sacrament of Reconciliation, through targeted homework tasks, and opportunities to come into the learning space.

• The program concludes with a retreat day in which all Candidates will meet with the Parish Priest; engage with their peers, and prepare for active engagement in the liturgy.

• The Sacrament will be celebrated in the Parish Church attached to where your child attends school, unless negotiated otherwise at the time of enrolment. Candidates from other schools in our Parish will receive the Sacrament at St Francis Xavier Cathedral, unless negotiated otherwise at the time of enrolment.

• Further details:

• • Students attending St Brigid’s Gwynneville contact the school on:
    (02) 4229 1969
    
    
  • Students attending Good Samaritan Fairy Meadow contact the school on:
    (02) 4226 6577
    
    
  • Students from Students in other schools within our Lumen Christi Parish contact the Parish Office on:
    (02) 4211 0506

SACRAMENTAL DATES FOR RECONCILIATION AND EUCHARIST 2024

Enrolment Closing Date Friday 17 May 2024 

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The Lumen Christi Parish Pastoral Plan Committee comprises individuals from both our pastoral and finance councils, guided by our Facilitator Marie Smith. The members include: Vicky Davidson, Lisa de Paiva, and Kathy Uroda reporting to the Pastoral Council.

Contact:  Lumen Christi, Christ in You Pastoral Plan 
36 Harbour Street, Wollongong NSW 2500
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