FEBRUARY EVENTS

Project Compassion 2012 Launch with Archbishop Denis Hart
Tuesday 21 February, 12 noon
Enjoy pancakes & a presentation by Fernando Pires, who was born in Dili Timor Leste and left in 1975 because of the conflict. He is now Program Coordinator for the Peace Building & Community/Family Violence Prevention Program with Caritas Australia.
Where: Cathedral Room, Cardinal Knox Centre, 383 Albert Street, East Melbourne.
Cost: Donation at the door for pancakes. RSVP’s Essential: margaretf@caritas.org.au

BREAKFAST BRIEFING:
Health Inequality: A justice challenge for Catholic health & welfare providers
Wednesday 22 February, 7:15am – 8.45am
Catholic Social Services Victoria (CSSV) in conjunction with Catholic Health Australia invites all Catholic health and welfare workers to hear keynote speaker, Fr Frank Brennan SJ, Professor Law, Public Policy Institute & Australian Catholic University (ACU). Where: Cardinal Knox Centre, 383 Albert St, East Melbourne.
Cost: $20 (payable at door)
RSVP: 17 February to lucia.brick@css.org.au or 9287 5566

Farewell Mass for the Melbourne Vicar General: Bishop Tomlinson
Thursday 23 February, 7:30pm
All welcome to a Mass to farewell Bishop Tomlinson, following his appointment as the new Bishop of Sandhurst.
Where: St Patrick’s Cathedral, Cnr Gisborne St & Cathedral Place, East Melbourne.

Rachel’s Vineyard Weekend Retreat for those suffering the pain of an abortion
February 24 - 26
Open Doors Counselling Service runs Rachel’s Vineyard retreats for anyone struggling with the emotional or spiritual pain of an abortion. The retreat helps participants break down feelings of guilt, shame, anger and grief in a safe & supportive environment. Participants are encouraged to grieve the loss of their unborn children - all a part of healing.
More info: Call Anne Neville on 9870 7044. All personal details treated confidentially.

Catholic Book Club
Friday 24 February, 7pm
The Catholic Book Club, in association with the Central Catholic Bookshop, invites you to join our monthly meetings - anyone interested in reading and discussing Catholic books and writing is welcome. 24 February we will discuss F.Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby".
Where: Caroline Chisholm Library, 3rd Floor, Mitchell House, North West corner of Lonsdale & Elizabeth Streets, Melbourne (Entry door in Lonsdale St). As main door is locked after hours, latecomers call 9670 1815.
More Info: Paul Nixon on 0405 486 531 or pwn@anthonycooperandco.com.au

MAX12 - MenALIVE Annual Event
Friday 24 February – Sunday 26 February
TO THE MAX invites Catholic men to come together & explore issues that impact their lives through talks, multimedia, workshops, small groups, fellowship & rituals. Each man is challenged to explore how he will respond to God who calls us to be awake, aware, attentive, alert and alive – who calls us to become fire in our world.
Where: Queensland Conference Centre
179 Gold Creek Road, Brookfield QLD
Cost:$220.00 Early Bird Before 31 Jan: $200
More info: mail@menalive.org.au or
Robert Falzon on 0412 745 734

Breakfast Club - Youth Event
25 February
Where: All Saints Parish, 174 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy.
Time: 9am: Mass, 10am: Adoration, followed by breakfast in the church hall.
Breakfast Club is a gathering for young people. We gather on one Saturday morning a month for Mass & Adoration, followed by breakfast with friends. Come along and feel free to bring others with you! Further info: The Archdiocesan Office for Youth on 9412 3300 or aoy@cam.org.au

2012 Rite of Election
Sunday 26 February, 2:30pm
Presided by Archbishop Denis Hart, the Rite of Election, is a very important step for the Candidates who are preparing for Christian Initiation. They have answered God’s call in their lives & have already been welcomed by their Parish communities through the Rite of Acceptance. They are now ready to take the next step. Join in this wonderful celebration to welcome those who are planning to join our Catholic family in 2012. Where: St Patrick’s Cathedral, Cnr Gisborne St & Cathedral Place, East Melbourne.
More Info: joy.Adriaanse@cam.org.au or 9287 5572.

St Vincent de Paul Society 2012
Ozanam Lecture
Sunday 26 February, 2pm
Guest speaker, Janet Buhagiar Vincentian and Director of Social Policy – NT Government, will deliver the lecture ‘Frederic Ozanam; A contemporary leader and social reformist for our time’. A response from Teresa Wilson and refreshments will follow. Where: Cardinal Knox Centre Lecture Theatre, 383, Albert St, East Melbourne. Entry via the Lansdowne Street car park.
Details: www.vinnies.org.au/2012-ozanam-lecture-vic
RSVP: 17 February on 9895 5935

Sunday Circle Refugee Conversations
Sunday 26 February
3pm for 3.30pm - 5.30 pm
The Loreto Sisters have pleasure in inviting you to this event. Sr Brigid Arthur csb will guide recent asylum seekers as they share their stories. David Manne, who acted for asylum seekers in the recent challenge to the Malaysia Solution in the High Court, will discuss the legal position of refugees and asylum seekers in Australia.
Where: Treacy Centre, 126 The Avenue
Parkville
Bookings for this free event: www.trybooking.com/BBUD or call
9813 4023
www.loreto.org.au

FEBRUARY/MARCH EVENTS

Catholics on Campus – Monash Uni
Mass Times – Clayton Campus
5:10pm Sunday Mass (in Main Chapel) resumes Sunday 12 February onwards.
12:10pm daily Mass (in Small Chapel) resumes Wednesday 15 February onwards.
Ash Wednesday Mass: 22 February, 12:10pm in Main Chapel, Religious Centre
Annual University Mass: Tuesday 20 March, 6pm for 6:30pm start, St. Francis Church, Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, with food & refreshments to follow.
Christian Awareness Week: Monday 26 March to Sunday 1 April – Religious Centre, Clayton Campus. Various activities planned over the week.

Anima Education Bible Study Course: "Opening the Old Testament"
Monday nights 6:30pm to 8:30pm
February 6, 13, 20, 27 & 5 March
Each Sunday we hear short passages read from the Old Testament at Mass. But where do these readings come from, and how do they fit into Christian narrative as a whole?
Enjoy 10 hours of interactive lecture/discussion with lecturer, David Schütz BTh BA GradDip Min
Where: Mary Glowrey House
132 Nicholson Street, Fitzroy
(opposite Carlton Gardens)
Cost: $15 per night OR $75 for the whole course. Enrol and enquiries: 0400 978 938 or dschutz@cam.org.au

The Australian and New Zealand College of Organists Concerts
Friday 17 February, 7:30pm
St Mary of the Angels Basilica, Geelong
Friday 16 March, 7:30pm
St Mary Star of the Sea Church, West Melbourne
This is the Alexandre Guilmant Anniversary Tribute Series featuring the complete Organ Sonatas by the legendary French organist, composer and teacher Alexandre Guilmant. Performers - Thomas Heywood, Jeremy Fletcher and Christopher Cook. Tickets: $25/20. School-aged children FREE! Details: www.anzco.org or 0400 255 216

Screening of Catholicism, Fr Robert Barron
Wednesdays in Lent, 7:30pm – 8:30pm
February 29, March 7 , 14, 21 & 28
The outstanding project by Fr Robert Barron will screen at St Fidelis Parish Hall, 49 Clarendon Street Moreland (Melway 29, E2) All Welcome.

MARCH EVENTS

Installation of Bishop Tomlinson
Thursday 1 March, 12 noon
All welcome to attend the installation of Bishop Tomlinson as the new Bishop of Sandhurst.
Where: Sacred Heart Cathedral Bendigo, Corner of Wattle and High Streets, Bendigo.

Cardijn Workshop: Training in Convening Small Groups in Parishes, and the 'See Judge Act' Method
Saturday 3 March, 10am – 3pm
A workshop on training convener’s to lead small groups of adults in parish and other church settings.
St Augustine's Hall, Bourke Street Melbourne
Details: Contact David Moloney or 0417 704 427 OR dmo74189@bigpond.net.au

Album Launch: Just Music - a benefit album for Jesuit Social Services
Sunday 4 March, 6:30pm - 8pm
Album includes great Australian artists performing original and rare tracks to raise funds & promote awareness for Jesuit Social Services' work with disadvantaged young people. Album Artists include: Paul Kelly, Waleed Aly and band, Angie Hart, Blue King Brown, Clare Bowditch, Xavier Rudd + more.
Album launch line-up: Robot Child (Waleed Aly), David Bridie and the Sheilas, Jess and Ella Hooper - more TBC.
Where: The famous SPIEGELTENT (Arts Centre, Melbourne)
Cost: $35 includes a copy of the album
More info: www.jss.org.au

Fr Robert Barron in Melbourne to launch groundbreaking Catholic documentary
4 – 5 March
Australian Catholic University will host a visit from the prominent US theologian, Fr Robert Barron across its six campuses.
Fr Barron is the creator and host of CATHOLICISM, a groundbreaking ten-part documentary series and study program about the Catholic faith.
SUNDAY 4 MARCH
11:00am: Fr Barron will concelebrate Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Cnr Gisborne Street & Cathedral Place, East Melbourne
Time correction 3pm: Harman Lecture at John Paul II Institute 278 Victoria Pde, East Melbourne
7:30pm : Theology in the Pub at Pumphouse Hotel 128 Nicholson St Fitzroy
theology@thepub is an event for 18-35 year olds (priests & religious of any age are welcome to attend)
MONDAY 5 MARCH
9:30am: Talk & screening for all Melbourne Catholic Agencies at the Cardinal Knox Centre, 383 Albert St, East Melbourne
7:30pm: Theology lecture, at ACU St Patrick’s Campus, 115 Victoria Pde, Fitzroy
Further information:
http://www.wordonfire.org/
http://www.catholicismseries.com/

Victorians Gathering in Taizé France
4 – 11 March
Since the Taizé Brothers' visit to Melbourne in September 2011, a group of Victorians in the 18-35 age group have decided to visit the Taizé community in France together in 2012!
For more information visit:
www.facebook.com/groups/taize.melb/
or email heidi.bryce@gmail.com

BREAKFAST BRIEFING:
Protecting Victoria's Vulnerable Children
Tuesday 6 March, 7:15am - 8:45am
Catholic Social Services Victoria (CSSV) invites members and friends to hear keynote speaker Bill Scales AO,
Member of the Protecting Victoria's
Vulnerable Children Inquiry at the Cardinal Knox Centre, 383 Albert St, East Melbourne
Entry: $20, payable at door.
RSVP: Friday 2 March to lucia.brick@css.org.au or 9287 5566

Doncaster Antioch Recruitment Wend
Friday 9 March, 6:30pm - Sunday 11 March 10:30pm
Doncaster Antioch is a Catholic youth group established in 1986 to allow young people (16-25) to learn more about themselves, others and their faith. This weekend is the real pinnacle of our year!! Plenty of music, talks, reflections, discussions and activities!
Where: St Gregory the Great School, 71 Williamsons Road, Doncaster
Cost: $50 RSVP: 4 March
More Info:doncaster.antioch@hotmail.com
or call Susan Dickinson on 0422 672 409.

Love & Truth Wend for Married Couples
Saturday 10 March, 9:45am - Sunday 11 March, 4pm
The Emmanuel Community invites married couples to a Love & Truth weekend where couples will discover the joy of “Communication—Your Spouse and You”. Providing the opportunity to go deeper in communicating with one another.
Where: St Paul’s Missionary College, Norton’s Lane, Wantirna (Mel 72 A2)
Cost: By Donation at the Weekend
RSVP: By 3 March to Annie Lawrence on 9833 4454 or steveannielawrence@yahoo.com
Please note that breastfed babies are welcome.

Anima Women’s Lenten Retreat 2012:
“Contemplating the face of Christ during the Year of Grace”
17 March, 2012, 9am – 3:30pm
Nazareth House Conference Centre
Cornell Street, Camberwell
Retreat Director: Fr Paschal Corby OFM Conv. Cost: $40 (includes refreshments & lunch). More info: Anna on 0487 683 050 or annascwlblog@bigpond.com
www.cwl-vic-www.org/Anima-Education