Parish Calendar
AUG 25 - AUG 31
Week 21 in Ordinary Time
MONDAY - 25th August
10:00 am Parish Office Opens - Mudgee Parish Office
10:00 am Prayer Meeting - Kandos
12:00 Noon Angelus
TUESDAY - 26th August
9:30 am MASS - Mudgee
12:00 Noon Angelus
6:00 pm Alpha
WEDNESDAY - 27th August
Saint Monica
9:30 am St Mary's Craft & Friendship Group - Mudgee Parish Centre
10:40 am MASS - SMCS Secondary Campus Year 8
12:00 Noon Angelus
5:15 pm Reconciliation - Mudgee
5:45 pm MASS - Mudgee
THURSDAY - 28th August
Saint Augustine, Bishop, Doctor
9:30 am MASS - Mudgee - SMCS Year 6
12:00 Noon Angelus
12:15 pm MASS - Gulgong - All Hallows Yrs 1,3 & 4
FRIDAY - 29th August
The Passion of Saint John the Baptist
11:30 am Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament - Mudgee
12:00 Noon Angelus & Rosary - Mudgee
12:30 pm MASS - Mudgee
SATURDAY - 30th August
12:00 Noon Angelus
4:.30 pm Reconciliation - Mudgee
5:00 pm VIGIL MASS - Mudgee
SUNDAY - 31st August
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
8:30 am Rosary - Mudgee
9:00 am MASS - Mudgee
10:30 am MASS - Gulgong - Baptism
11:00 am MASS - Kandos
12:00 Noon Angelus
5:00 pm Word & Faith Group - Mudgee Parish Centre
Sunday 9am Mass Mudgee
ALL children attending Children’s Liturgy must be signed in or QR Coded in by their parents or carers. Simply scan the QR Code in the bulletin.
ANOINTING &
HOME COMMUNION
If you know of anyone who would like Anointing or Home Communion, please contact the parish office.
Fr Paul and Fr Cong are available and can visit at home or in a hospital.
Confession is available anytime upon request
LOOKING AHEAD
SUNDAY - 31st August
Social Justice Sunday
Parish News
Mudgee
Volunteer with Centacare: Bring Joy to the Elderly in Mudgee!
Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community?
Centacare Central West and Orana is seeking compassionate individuals to join their Aged Care Visitors Scheme in Mudgee.
With over 40% of elderly residents in aged care experiencing loneliness, your companionship can make a profound difference. Just two hours a month is all it takes to offer friendship and brighten someone's day at a local Mudgee aged care home.
Centacare provides comprehensive training and ongoing support to all new volunteers. If you have a heart for connecting with others and want to help combat loneliness, we encourage you to get involved!
Contact Louise Hennessy for more information on 0419 631 781 – phone or text anytime.
Warmth for Our Community:
Blankets Needed!
As winter truly sets in, many in our community are feeling the cold. Our St. Vincent de Paul Conference urgently needs blankets to distribute to those struggling to stay warm.
If you have any spare blankets you can generously donate, please bring them to the Parish Office or directly to the St. Vincent de Paul Conference. Your kindness can provide much-needed comfort and warmth this winter.
Thank you for your continued support!
Discover the Joy of Service at St. Mary's
St. Mary's Parish is a vibrant community where your time and talents can make a real difference. We offer a wide range of ministries, from welcoming newcomers to assisting with youth programs, teaching children about our faith, and supporting those in need.
Experience the rewards of giving back! Click here to find out more or contact the Parish Office at 6372 2122 during office hours to find out how you may give back.
Parish News
Gulgong
SRE Teachers Needed
Special Religious Education (SRE) Teachers are needed in the Gulgong area. Please contact the Parish Office for more details or click here.
PARISH NEWS
Kandos / Rylstone
S.V.D.P. Conference
S.V.D.P. Conference will be holding a Mass and Lunch on Sunday 14th September. Everyone is welcome.
Monday Prayer Meetings
Prayer Meeting on Monday at 10am at Kandos or Rylstone. 1st Monday of the month Kandos Church Hall, every other Monday Rylstone in the room at the back of the Church
PARISH NEWS
News Extra
Dates To Keep In Mind
Fr Paul will be on Leave from 1st September to 31st October. Fr Cong will be the Priest in Charge during this time.
The Priests of the Bathurst Diocese will be attending a seminar from Monday 1st September to Wednesday 3rd September. There will be a Communion service on Tuesday 2nd September at 9.30am in Mudgee.
The Parish Office will be closed from 11am on Tuesday 9th September until 2.30pm on Thursday 11th September. All the secretaries in the Bathurst Diocese will be attending a seminar.
Celebrate Creation in the Warrumbungles!
Save the Date: October 4-5, 2025
Join our Diocesan Laudato Si' group for a special Season of Creation Celebration amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Warrumbungles National Park and our diocesan pilgrimage site, St. John's, Baradine!
Inspired by Pope Francis' theme for 2025, "Seeds of Peace and Hope," and in harmony with the Holy Year, this weekend is a wonderful opportunity to deepen our connection to God's creation and celebrate the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si'.
What to expect:
- Prayer & Eucharist: Spiritual reflection in nature.
- Informative Talks: Learn more about creation care.
- Bird Watching & Guided Stargazing: Discover the wonders of the natural world.
- Optional Bushwalking: Explore the stunning landscapes.
All are welcome! Whether you join us for a day or the whole weekend, come and celebrate the incredible wonders of creation right here in our diocese.
If you're staying overnight, our group will be at Camp Blackman, but you're welcome to arrange your own accommodation nearby. Find out more about Camp Blackman and other options here: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/camp-blackman
For more details, please contact Therese Welsh at 0428 121 554
Bishop McKenna’s Pastoral Letter 2024
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WORD & FAITH GROUP Sunday 5pm Parish Centre
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