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WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2026
Focus on Nigeria. Friday, 6 March St Mary’s Anglican Church @ 2pm AND NOW YOU KNOW When the Gospel is about to be proclaimed, something changes in the church. People rise to their feet. This is not courtesy. It is recognition. In the Church, standing is the posture reserved for authority, honour, and readiness. We stand because Christ Himself is about to speak. The Gospel is not merely a reading; it is the living Word proclaimed in the assembly. In ancient times, people stood
Jan 30
WORD OF GOD SUNDAY
The relationship between the Risen Lord, the community of believers and sacred Scripture is essential to our identity as Christians. Without the Lord who opens our minds to them, it is impossible to understand the Scriptures in depth. Yet the contrary is equally true: without the Scriptures, the events of the mission of Jesus and of his Church in this world would remain incomprehensible. Hence, Saint Jerome could rightly claim: “Ignorance of the Scriptures is ignorance of Chr
Jan 30
THIS SUNDAY
After the 9am Mass the catechumens and candidates will meet for their RCIA session.
Jan 30
AUSTRALIA DAY
Is the one day of the year when : Thongs are the official dress code The barbecue gets more attention than your family Everyone suddenly remembers the words to the national anthem … at least the first verse It’s socially acceptable to drink before the sun is over the yardarm If the sausages fall through the barbecue grill, that’s not a mistake — that’s just tradition . Only in Australia do we celebrate a national holiday by standing around the barbecue in 40-degree heat compl
Jan 23
LADIES SUNDOWNER
This annual Sundowner will be held on Friday, 30 January, in the outside area of the Our Lady of the Bay Community Centre between 5pm - 7pm . Proceeds from the Sundowner support the CWL scholarship to a student to attend SMMC. Cost $10 which includes food and drinks and a ticket in the door prize. Bring some coins for the raffle and games. Please come along and enjoy some ‘girl time’, lots of laughs and a chance to forge new friendships.
Jan 23
AND NOW YOU KNOW
As Mass comes to an end, the priest does something many people barely notice. Before he leaves the sanctuary, he returns to the altar and kisses it again. This is not repetition. It is completion. The altar is not a piece of furniture. It represents Christ Himself, His sacrifice, His body, and His victory. At the beginning of Mass, the priest kisses the altar to greet Christ. At the end of Mass, he kisses it again to take leave of the Lord who has just offered Himself. In the
Jan 23
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH
The Catholic Parish of Augusta invite you to join them for their 40th Anniversaryon Sunday, 25 January for the 8am Mass which will be followed by morning tea. Bishop George will be there. RSVP Lynne-Maree on 0466930303 or yorkelynnemaree@gmail.com
Jan 16
ROSTERS
Could all who minister of a weekend please advise the Parish Office of weekends available/not available in February.
Jan 16
PARISH COLUMBARIUM COMMITTEE
Meeting will take place after Mass on Sunday, 18 January at OLB. We hope to finalise the design so we can start the project.
Jan 16
THANK YOU!
The family of Jon Wilder wish to thank you for the prayers sent to heaven on his behalf. He has now turned a corner and is doing much better.
Jan 16
18 January 2026 SUNDAY
This Sunday, our parish community joyfully celebrates the Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens (those not baptised ) and the Rite of Welcoming for candidates (those who have been baptised) who are preparing to be received into full communion with the Catholic Church. These rites are moments of grace, where the Church embraces and supports those who are responding to God’s call. As a parish family, let us surround them with our prayers, encouragement, and example
Jan 16
ORDINATION ANNIVERSARIES
I HAVE CHOSEN YOU ……… John 15:16 Fr Mathew 14.01.2008 By praying for our Priests, we help support them in their ministry.
Jan 9
RITES OF ACCEPTANCE FOR CATECHUMINATES AND CANDIDATES
RITES OF ACCEPTANCE FOR CATECHUMINATES AND CANDIDATES: will be on the 18 January at both Sunday Masses (9 am and 6pm) . Let us pray for the ENQUIRERS as they advance to their journey of faith.
Jan 9
THE EPHIPHANY BLESSING
Marking Homes with Blessed Chalk for the New Year After reading today’s Gospel, pray: Lord Jesus, in your humble state you welcomed kings and shepherds alike. May all who pass through this doorway – poor or rich, suffering or rejoicing, stranger or friend – be welcomed as the King Himself. Grant peace to this house and to the house of our hearts that we may seek and find you in everyone we meet. You live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.A
Jan 2
CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE
Friday, 9 October 12:30nn at Ned Kenny Centre. 2nd Friday of the month after the 12 noon Mass. Ned Kenny Centre. All are welcome! CWLWA Website : https://catholicwomensleaguewa.com.au
Jan 2
Notices
Church Collections
Tap and pay machines are now located in the foyers of both churches for the convenience of parishioners and visitors. Direct Deposits can be made to our account: Busselton Catholic Parish, quoting your surname and/or envelope number: BSB: 086-006 ACC: 846789113
LOST AND FOUND
Did you leave something behind, But now you cannot find ? Don't worry, don't despair - your lost things may be waiting there! At the back of the church, take a look, in the Piety Store - have a look! Your missing treasure may be in sight, waiting for your to make it right!
Joeys Playgroup
Joeys Playgroup welcomes parents, carer and little ones for a morning of play, friendship and community. Join us every Tuesday during school term, 9:30am-11:30am at OLB Hall. New families are welcome - come along for a free trial! For more information, email busseltonjoeysplaygroup@live.com.au or find us on Facebook: Busselton Joeys Playgroup.
Please Observe Silence
Respecful Preparation: Arriving early and remaining quiet before the mass starts allows everyone to transit from the noise of daily life into an encounter with God. Shared silence unites the congregation in a collective pause, preventing the church from becoming a social hall or distracting environment. Let us observe silence and spend time in prayer preparation as we celebrate the Holy Mass.
Safeguarding Commitment
We hold zero-tolerance to all forms of abuse to ensure the safety and protection of children and vulnerable people. Grounded in our faith, we are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our activities, ministries and services, and to upholding the highest moral, legal and ethical standard in creating a community where harm is neither ignored nor tolerated ~ The Most Reverend George Kolodziej SDS DD~Bishop of Bunbury
SAFEGUARDING PRAYER
Gracious God Help us to learn from Jesus. How to love, nurture and keep our children and vulnerable adults safe in a welcoming and empowering environment. Help us to seek healing for those who have been harmed and pray for justice for all. Keep us active in your service to safeguard our children and vulnerable brothers and sisters in communities that are connected in faith. St Joseph, Protector of the Church, Pray for us Holy Mary, Mother of God, Pray for us Amen
CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE
Friday, 9 October 12:30nn at Ned Kenny Centre. 2nd Friday of the month after the 12 noon Mass. Ned Kenny Centre. All are welcome! CWLWA Website : https://catholicwomensleaguewa.com.au
CRAFT AND COFFEE GROUP
This very friendly group meet in the Ned Kenny Centre (attached to St Joseph’s Church) every Tuesday between 1-4pm . No commitment, no meeting, just a time of sharing, time doing craft activities (or not), chatting and having a cuppa. Pop in any time during the afternoon. Please ring Fran 0428 220 822. or Julie 0429 976 602 should you need more information. Everyone is welcome!
CONTAINERS FOR CHANGE
There are several options if you wish to donate the proceeds from your eligible bottles and cans (showing the 10c refund logo) to the Parish. Take them to the Wright Street Depot and quote the identification Code C10344169. Bring the cleaned bottles and cans into the Parish Office. BOTTLE TOPS OFF and please leave the labels on. (They will not accept them otherwise). Many thanks to those getting behind this Parish Fundraising initiative.
ST MARY MACKILLOP COLLEGE - BUSSELTON
St Mary MacKillop College is a Three-Year-Old to Year Twelve co- educational school providing a quality Catholic education in Busselton...
MEDITATION GROUP
No Meditation from 1st ~ 20th April 2026 Resume on 22nd April at Ned Kenny Centre Why not try it out! It is sure to help deepen your inner journey. Wednesday @ 10am in Ned Kenny Centre . All welcome
Bulletin
Please take your bulletin home and dispose of it after reading.
Mass cards
Preparing For Experiences of Christ Through The Mass cards are available in the foyer. They are an invaluable aid for proper use of the...
Kid’s Bulletin
Perhaps you would like to take a ‘Kid’s Bulletin’ and a copy of ‘McKillop Happenings’ home too?
NEW TO THE PARISH?
Please introduce yourself to Father and our greeters. They will be able to give you our Parish Census Form, and ‘Welcome Booklet’ which...
CHILDREN'S LITURGY
All children of primary school age are invited to join the Processional before receiving a blessing and going to their own special...
LEGION OF MARY
Tuesday 9.30am Ned Kenny Centre. New members most welcome Legion of Mary: This Parish Marian Movement gathers at 9.30am on Tuesdays in...
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Please be advised that Holy Hour will be temporarily interrupted due to scheduled repairs to the church organ at St. Joseph’s Church on 29th October 2026. The schedule will be as follows: 8am – 11am: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Holy Hour 12nn – 1:30 pm: Break for organ repairs 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Holy Hour resumes 4:15 pm: Holy Rosary 5:00 pm: Holy Mass Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. St. John Vianney once compared adoration to spiritual sunbathing.
ACKNOWLEGEMENT OF COUNTRY
We acknowledge the Wadandi people of the Noongar nation as the traditional custodians of this land on which we gather. We recognise their...
Pilgrim Statue
The Blessed Statue is a travelling sacramental offered by the Legion of Mary to create a prayerful, sanctifying space where family and...
Catenian Koffee Klub
All Local members are now Registered with the Catenian Central Circle 381. We meet on the 4th Sunday each month at the Esplanade Hotel at 11.30am for a cup of coffee and a meal. All men of the parish are welcome to come and join us for a Cuppa. We now act as a social group, as we do not have enough local men to still operate as a Catenian Circle as some of our members are unwell and could not attend a structured meeting any more. At all our monthly social meetings (Koffee Klu
Rosary Group
Monday, 10am St. Joseph’s Church
LECTORS
Could the Lectors at each weekend Mass, please meet in the Sacristy 10 minutes prior to the Mass beginning.
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