Friday, 25 July 2025
(6.00pm Dinner at The Fraternity Club Fairy Meadow) 

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 July 2025

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 2025.

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.

Enrolments have now opened for Reconciliation and Eucharist 2025 and will close on Friday 31st August 2025.

Please read the following further information about how to enrol your child into the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharist program for 2025.

We look forward to seeing you all during the Lumen Christi Sacramental Program in 2025 and celebrating this joyful and blessed time for your child, your family and our parish community.
Please review the following pages for detailed information on how to enrol your child in the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharist program for 2025.

We look forward to celebrating this joyful and blessed time with you and your family during the Lumen Christi Sacramental Program in 2025.

HOW DOES THE SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM WORK?

• Students wishing to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist are invited to enrol in the Sacramental Program through the Lumen Christi Parish Online Portal at: lumenchristi.org.au/sacramental (Enrolments close on 31 August 2025).

• 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.

• Students from the two Parish Schools (St Brigid’s Gwynneville and Good Samaritan Fairy Meadow) will complete their Sacramental program over a 5-week period as part of their Religious Education classes.

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

• Parents play an essential role in their child’s Sacramental preparation. They are required to attend the mandatory parent information night and Commitment Mass. Additionally, parents are encouraged to participate in weekday parish Masses with the class, complete assigned homework tasks, and actively engage with the learning environment.

• Parish school candidates will also participate in a retreat day to prepare spiritually and engage with their peers for the liturgical celebrations.

• The Sacrament will be celebrated in the Parish Church associated with your child’s school unless otherwise arranged at the time of enrolment. Candidates from other schools in our Parish will receive the Sacrament at St Francis Xavier Cathedral.

• 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 Parish Sacramental Officers:
    (02) 4211 0506

SACRAMENTAL DATES FOR RECONCILIATION AND EUCHARIST 2025

Enrolment Closing Date Sunday, 31 August 2025 

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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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