An invitation to all parents and children

pdf [Download PDF](345 KB)

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 

pdf   [Download PDF](345 KB)

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
E-Mail: lThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

An invitation to all parents and children

pdf [Download PDF](298 KB)

1 February 2025

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.

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 Confirmation 2025 and will close on Friday 11th April 2025.

Please read the following pages for further information about how to enrol your child into the Sacrament of Confirmation 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.

.

HOW DOES THE SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM WORK?

• Students seeking the Sacrament of Confirmation are invited to enrol in the Sacramental program through the Lumen Christi Parish Online Portal. (Enrolments close on 11th April 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.
• 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.
• Candidates from the parish schools will attend a retreat day.
• During the 5-week Sacramental program, the candidates from our two parish schools are invited to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Please refer to the schedule.
• The Sacrament will be celebrated in the Parish Church attached to where your child attends school. 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 other schools (outside Catholic Parish Primary Schools) contact the Parish Sacramental Officer on: (02) 4211 0506

IMPORTANT SACRAMENTAL DATES FOR CONFIRMATION 2025

pdf [Download PDF](298 KB)

Confirmation of enrolments for 2025 has now closed.

We are a group of passionate, fun-loving people at the University of Wollongong who seek answers to life’s big questions;

how are we here?
Is there more to life?
How can I live my best life?
Why God?

We believe we have found answers in the spiritual, intellectual and liturgical tradition of Catholic Christianity. We hope to demonstrate to the UOW community the love of a God who wants to know us so much that He became human, and strengthen ourselves to live His ethical and moral teachings so that we might live life to the fullest.

Whether you are Catholic or not, we welcome everyone, especially those who are simply curious. Come and meet us – you won’t regret it!

[FIND OUT MORE]

St Therese & Immaculate Conception (STIC) Young Adults.
A group for young adults eager to grow in community, faith, fellowship, and service.
Anyone aged 18-35 years welcome!

[FIND OUT MORE]