Global School Partners

WOW! What a way to finish our fundraising for Evaland Hekima. Thank you to all who donated over the past term. I am proud to announce that Holy Trinity raised $4000! 

Finally, CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of our Lolly Jar Competition!

Feast of Transfiguration 

On Friday Week 3, Holy Trinity and Sts Peter and Paul will gather to celebrate the Feast of the Transfigutation. The Feast of the Transfiguration, recalls and celebrates Jesus’ revelation of his divinity to three of his friends—Peter, James, and John—on a high point on Mount Tabor. According to the Gospel accounts, Jesus took the three disciples onto the mountain to pray. While they were praying, his appearance was changed by a brilliant white light that radiated from him and his clothing. Moses and Elijah, the greatest prophets of the Old Testament, appeared with Jesus, and a voice came from heaven, saying, “This is my beloved Son. Listen to him.”

Each year we mark the occasion by gathering together as a Parish Community, this year it is Holy Trinity's turn to host. We will be providing all students from Holy Trinity and Sts Peter and Paul a sausage sizzle lunch.

I am looking for any volunteers to help with the BBQ and be available from 9:30 - 11:30am to help cook and serve students. If you are able please send me an email - emily.capper@cg.catholic.edu.au

Sacrament of First Eucharist

The Sacrament of First Eucharist will be celebrated in our Parish this Term. Children who have already celebrated their First Reconciliation may be enrolled.

To enrol your child, please

1. Download the Qkr! App
2. Search for ‘Woden North Transfiguration Parish’
3. Click on ‘Parish Payments and Sacraments’
4. At the top, Click on ‘Sacrament’
5. Then select ‘First Eucharist’
6. Fill out the Enrolment form. and pay the $40 (This helps to defray the cost of a workbook, commemorative certificate, medal and administrative costs. If you have difficulty meeting the offering, please contact the parish office for a confidential discussion.)

Why a Family-Based Program?

The Parish Family-Based program affirms the participation of parents in their child’s faith journey with the prayerful support of the Parish community. The program compliments but does not replace the religious instruction given at Catholic schools or through a School of Religion. Parents have found the program to be a graced time with their child and that has made the celebration of the sacrament all the more meaningful.

Hosting a Family Group

The program is dependent on the generosity of some parents to host or to co-host a family group. A ‘Host Nomination’ form is enclosed for your consideration. The role of a host is not difficult, with session notes provided. N.B. Hosts will be required to attend an Information Session via Zoom 5.30pm, Tuesday, 25 July followed by the Parent Information Night via Zoom at 6.00pm.

All hosts must have, or have applied for, a Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) card. There is no cost involved in applying for a WWVP card for volunteers. Further information as to how to apply for a WWVP card is found on the ‘Host Nomination’ form.

What does the program involve?

The program includes:

• An Information Night for hosts of a family group via Zoom at 5.30pm, Tuesday, 25 July.
• An Introductory Night for parents to receive an overview of the family sessions via Zoom at 6.00pm, Tuesday, 25 July.
• Four family group meetings for parents and children following the Introduction Night.
• Presentation Mass. Each family to attend one of the following: Saturday 26 August 6pm or Sunday 27 August 9.30am at Holy Trinity Church, Curtin.

At the Introductory Night, you will receive notification of meeting options for home groups and you will be asked to nominate your preference.

Celebration of First Eucharist

You will need to nominate a weekend Mass (Sat. 6pm, Sun. 9.30am or Sun. 5.30pm) on the weekend of 16-17th of September for the celebration. There will be a limited number of seats available for candidates, their families and guests, mindful of the need to accommodate other parishioners at each of these Masses. This will be further explained at the Parent Introductory Night.

What next?

If you would like your child to celebrate First Eucharist this year, you must register via the Qkr. Meanwhile, enquiries can be directed to the Parish Office (6281 3999 / wodennorth@cg.org.au ).

Emily Capper

Religious Education Coordinator