Parish Calendar
OCT 27 - NOV 2
Week 30 in Ordinary Time
MONDAY - 27th October
10:00 am Parish Office Opens
12:00 Noon Angelus
Tuesday - 28th OctoberWEDNESDAY - 29th October
9:30 am St Mary's Craft & Friendship Group - Anglican Hall
12:00 Noon Angelus
5:15 pm Reconciliation - Mudgee
5:45 pm MASS - Mudgee
THURSDAY - 30th October
9:30 am MASS - Mudgee - SMCS Yr 5
12:00 Noon Angelus
FRIDAY - 31st October
9:15 am MASS - Gulgong - All Hallows All Welcome
11:30 am Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament - Mudgee
12:00 Noon Angelus & Rosary - Mudgee
12:30 pm MASS - Mudgee
2:00 pm Funeral - Mudgee - Anne Flynn
Saturday - 1st November
All Saints Solemnity
12:00 Noon Angelus
5:30 pm Reconciliation - Mudgee
6:00 pm VIGIL MASS - Mudgee
Sunday 2nd November
Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day)
8:30 am Rosary - Mudgee
9:00 am MASS - Mudgee
10:30 am MASS - Gulgong
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 Cong is available and can visit at home or in a hospital.
Confession is available anytime upon request
LOOKING AHEAD
Sunday - 9th November
The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica Feast
Friday - 21st November
Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Sunday - 23rd November
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Solemnity
Parish News
Mudgee
Father Paul
Fr Paul is on leave until 31st October.
Fr Cong is the Priest in Charge during this time.
Farewell Gathering for Father Cong
Our parish is hosting a farewell celebration to thank Father Cong for his dedicated service to our community.
- When: Saturday, November 15th
- Time: After the Vigil Mass (Approx. 7:00 PM)
- Location: Parish Centre
- RSVP is Essential: Please get in touch with the Parish Office at (02) 6372 2122 to let us know you are coming!
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Church Building Update: Stained Glass Window Repairs
The long-awaited repair work on our church windows is moving ahead!
As you may have noticed, scaffolding has been installed both on the exterior of the church's eastern wall and inside the Choir Loft. This marks the initial preparation phase for the essential maintenance and repair of our beautiful stained-glass windows.
- Current Status: Scaffolding is in place.
- Next Steps: Details regarding the exact start date of the intensive repair work and any potential temporary impact on daily services or Mass times will be shared here in the coming months.
We appreciate your patience and look forward to the completion of this vital restoration project.
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.
We're currently looking for a few more helping hands to assist with some important roles that keep our parish life running smoothly.
Communion Service Leaders
Are you feeling called to a deeper role in our liturgy? We occasionally need dedicated lay people to lead communion services when our priests are away. This is a beautiful opportunity to help our community gather in prayer and receive the Eucharist, and we'll provide all the training you need to feel confident in this role.
Bell Ringers
The sound of our church bell has long been a part of the rhythm of our parish life. We're looking for caring people to learn the art of bell ringing for the Angelus, funerals, and special occasions like weddings. Your service would help mark these significant moments in the life of our parish community. Don't worry, we'll teach you everything you need to know!
If you feel called to serve in one of these wonderful ministries, please reach out to the Parish Office for more information. Your time and talent are a gift to us all!
PARISH NEWS
News Extra
Jubilee Pilgrimage – Saturday, 1 November
Celebrate the Jubilee Year 2025 with a special day of faith and fellowship.
🕊️ Mass at 11.00am – Holy Family Chapel, Kelso, commemorating the first Mass over the Blue Mountains.
🚶Pilgrimage Walk to the Cathedral of St Michael and St John, Bathurst.
✝️ At the Cathedral – Adoration, Reconciliation and quiet prayer.
🌭 Lunch – Shared sausage sandwich in the Cathedral grounds.
Join us as Pilgrims of Hope on this joyful Jubilee day.
Click here now to secure your place!
Parish News
Kandos / Rylstone
On Sunday 9th November, we will have a morning tea to farewell Fr Cong. Ladies please bring a plate. See Carol or Louise for food information.
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
NOVEMBER—MONTH OF THE HOLY SOUL
We will be celebrating Mass in the various parish cemeteries in November. Please invite those you know who have lost a loved one to join us.
In case of rain the Mass will be held in the Church. Please bring a chair or rug to sit on.
Mudgee Cemetery—Thursday, 6th November at 6pm
Rylstone Cemetery—Tuesday, 11th November at 6pm
Gulgong Cemetery—Thursday, 13th November at 6pm
Remembering Our Faithful Departed:
The Book of Remembrance
November is a sacred time in our Church year, dedicated to prayerful remembrance and intercession for all those who have died. We invite you to join our parish community in this beautiful tradition as we commit to praying for your departed loved ones throughout the entire month.
How We Remember at the Catholic Parish of St Mary of the Presentation Mudgee:
- The Book of Remembrance: We are preparing our special Book of Remembrance, which will contain the names of all those for whom you request our prayers. This book will be solemnly presented during the Offertory Procession and placed on the altar at every Mass in November. This ensures that the intentions for your family and friends are offered to God daily alongside the Sacrifice of the Mass.
- Submit Your Names: To have your loved ones enrolled in the Book of Remembrance, please pick up a November Mass Envelope at the back of any of our Churches or stop by the Parish Office during business hours.
Please note: Due to the great number of intentions we receive, we are not able to publish every name in our weekly bulletin. However, every name submitted will be included in the Book of Remembrance and lifted up in prayer.
We also continue to pray for our sick and those whose immediate anniversaries fall during this time in our weekly bulletin prayers.
Please Observe Quiet During HSC Exams
We ask for the community's mindfulness and cooperation as the Higher School Certificate (HSC) exams continue this week.
Our facilities, specifically the Parish Centre and the surrounding buildings next to the Car Park, are being utilised as official examination venues from 16th October to 7th November.
We kindly ask all visitors and parish members to:
- Be Mindful of Noise: Please observe silence or keep voices very low when approaching or leaving the Parish Centre and adjacent buildings during the day.
- Use the Car Park Carefully: Please drive and park cautiously and quietly when using the Parish Car Park during this period.
Your respect for the students during this important time is greatly appreciated.
A Message from Bishop McKenna on the Election of Pope Leo XIV
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WORD & FAITH GROUP Sunday 5pm Parish Centre
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