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251 Diamond Creek Road, Greensborough North Vic 3088
Partner Parish with Diamond Creek & Greensborough
Fr. Steven Rigo
greensboroughnorth@cam.org.au
03 9434 7373
Monday Closed Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday - 8.30am to 3:00pm Thursday 8.30am-12.30pm

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14th April 2019

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LITURGY ROSTER

6th January - 29th June 2019

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SET UP ROSTER

5th January-30th June 2019

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CLEANING ROSTER

November 2018-December 2019

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30th Sept. 2018 to 23rd June 2019

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Plenary Council 2020 Response:

We invite God into our parish conversation and reflect on "What do you think God is asking of us in Australia at this time?" 

Let's contribute to the Plenary Council 2020 together through a Listening and Dialogue process.

To register please click here, complete the form, so you can be added to a Listening and Dialogue meeting.
When using this form, after pressing submit, there is a 'I'm not a robot' check, it's designed to prevent spam, press the images as requested.

The Listening and Dialogue meeting will assist in a response to Plenary Council 2020. A response could be:

  1. Individual submission OR
  2. Group submission
Our aim for group submissions is to enable a dialogue and listening process where all can engage in the future of the Church in Australia; providing and facilitating, education and response formation, about topics related to the the mission of the Church for Plenary Council consideration.

Group responses
We are starting this process by forming Listening and Dialogue meetings. A 'facilitator' and 'scribe' will be assigned to each meeting of 4-6 people with the aim of helping to prepare responses. Experience shows that it may take 2 sessions to prepare a response to lodge online.

Individual or group submissions can be made anonymously or you can provide your details.
If you would like to submit a more detailed response, you are invited to upload additional files.
The Plenary Council will receive submissions online until 6 March 2019.


Holy Mass:
Holy Mass is the miracle of God’s physical presence to us and is a true testament of Jesus' love for us and His desire for each of us to have a personal relationship with Him. This Truly wonderful gift is celebrated at 9:15am Tuesday to Friday alternating at St. Thomas the Apostle or Sacred Heart Churches and each day at St. Mary's Church. 
The Saturday Vigil Mass is celebrated weekly at St. Thomas the Apostle and St. Mary's Churches as well as on the first Saturday of each month only at St. Peter's Church Hurstbridge. Sunday Mass is celebrated at St. Thomas the Apostle, Sacred Heart and St. Mary's churches. Wherever you decide to celebrate Mass with us you will be warmly welcomed by all our Parishioners and Clergy and made to feel at home.

For information on commencement times of all Masses please click here.

For those unable to physically attend Mass but still wish to celebrate this gift the 1:00 p.m Mass from St Patrick’s Cathedral in Melbourne is streamed live daily (Mon - Fri) and is then available as a recording on demand until one hour prior to the next 1.00 p.m Mass. On Sundays, the 11:00am Mass is streamed live and is also available as a recording on demand.

To Live Stream Mass or to watch an earlier recording please click here.

Reconciliation:
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is one of the most unique and beautiful aspects of Catholic Church. Our Lord Jesus Christ, in His abundant love and mercy, established this Sacrament of Healing so that we as fallible human beings can obtain forgiveness  and be reconciled to the Father and the Church. This precious gift from Christ “washes us clean,” and renews us in Him. Take a step in faith, you may be surprised about how free and loved you feel afterwards.
St Thomas the Apostle:  Each Saturday from 9:30am to 10:00am
Sacred Heart: Each Friday from 9:45am to 10:15am, immediately after morning Mass.
St. Mary's: Each Saturday at 9:00am and 5:45pm.
Available at other times by appointment.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament:
If you are in need of a little "me time" and want an opportunity to meditate and contemplate with Our Lord the Eucharistic Chapel at St. Thomas is available for you at all times. If you would like to gain access to the Chapel please feel fee to see the Priest after Mass or contact our Parish Office.

Baptism:
Baptism is the basis of the whole Christian life, the gateway to life in the Spirit and the door which gives access to the other sacraments. Through Baptism we are freed from sin and reborn as children of God and are made members of the Church and sharers in its mission. Baptisms are available on the 4th Sunday of each Month commencing at 12:00pm sharp. You will first meet with the friendly Baptismal Preparation Group who will welcome you into the Parish and explain all aspects of the Sacrament. This meeting is held on either the 1st or 2nd Tuesday of the month in the Church at 7:00pm sharp. The Right of Welcome occurs at Mass on either the Saturday or Sunday immediately following the Preparation Meeting where all the Baptism families will be warmly welcomed into our Parish Community.
To make a booking please feel free to click here and download an application form or alternatively you are welcome to contact the Parish Office during normal Parish hours or send our Parish Secretaries an email at: greensboroughnorth@cam.org,au

Family Catechetics Program for Children:
St. Thomas' provides a Family Catechetics Program for children who are unable attend a Catholic Primary School. This is a four year Sacrament Program commencing with Reconciliation for Grade 2 children and older, followed by First Eucharist with Confirmation, the gift of the Spirit, during the final two years. The program sessions are held each Thursday in the St. Thomas Parish House. Your child will be made to feel most welcome and will be instructed by a qualified primary school teacher. The children will also celebrate their sacraments each year with the children of St. Thomas Primary School were possible.

Please be assured that all our teachers meet the Archdiocese’s Child Safety requirements and hold a current and valid Working with Children Check. For any additional information regarding next year’s sessions please feel free to call our Parish Office or Email: cagbn@vic.chariot.net.au

For information and Enrollment forms for 2019 program please click here

 Weddings:
Marriage between two Christians is a living sign of God's love and has a deep value, both as a human relationship and as a sacrament. Because of this, the whole Church views marriage as an active element in its mission of showing God's love to the world. We would suggest if you wish to celebrate your wedding at St. Thomas that you book at least six months in advance of your planned date.
Please contact your priest or our Parish Office before agreeing to a commercial 'package' that includes Chapel & Reception or email us at: greensboroughnorth@cam.org.au

Funerals:
We understand that the death of a family member is a very emotional and distressing time for all family members. At St Thomas our Parish staff is here to assist you, including the preparation of everything needed for the funeral liturgy. Also, if you are looking for someone to chat to our Funeral Ministry Team is available to lend an ear during your time of need. Ask your funeral director to contact the Parish office. Out of office hours, the Parish Priest will take the call.

Wedding Anniversaries:
The Parish will be glad to acknowledge your anniversary during Mass. Please contact Parish Office to make arrangements.

The Partnered Parishes of:

St. Thomas the Apostle Greensborough North,

Sacred Heart Diamond Creek, 

St. Mary's Greensborough

are members of the Diamond Valley Deanery




Working with Children Checks

It is now required under State Legislation that any person who participates in either paid or voluntary work in the Parish or for the Parish is required to obtain a Working With Children Check. We kindly ask that everyone please fulfill this requirement as legally required. A “W.W.C.C.” for volunteers is Free of Charge and can be applied for online and finalized at any Australian Post Office outlet. If you are having problems please contact the Parish Office.

The Archdiocese's detailed “W.W.C.C.” protocol is available at: http://www.cam.org.au/Professional-Standards/Statements

To apply for your "W.W.C.C." please click here.

Information & Events

Short Term Accommodation Available - Loyola College Manresa Cottage

Are you in need of some short-term accommodation? If so Loyola College has a quaint cottage that has been recently renovated situated in the college grounds. Manressa cottage is suitable for one or two residents and may be rented at a very reasonable cost. For further information on availability and rates please feel free to download the brochure below or contact Dianna Alonso, Community Liaison Officer - Loyola College, on (03) 9433 0228 or email – alonsod@loyola.vic.edu.au

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