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St Benedicts Catholic Community

Locality: Burwood

Phone: +61 3 9808 2492

Address: 283 Warrigal Road 3125 Burwood, VIC, Australia

Website: http://stbenedicts.com.au

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25.01.2022 Who's been prepping for this months trivia night? Don't worry you've still got a week left to get your game on! Everyone's welcome to join us on zoom next Friday night at 7pm for trivia, laughs and meeting a few new friends!

24.01.2022 A reminder from Fr Dan's homily on Sunday. Love seeks union and it initiates to restore what is lost.

24.01.2022 Join us for Mass this morning at 10am. Find all the links you need at stbenedicts.com.au/churchonline

24.01.2022 Discerning your (personal or group) call Online sessions over Zoom for all age groups ... Pope Francis has called us to be a church of missionary disciples. What does that mean? In these sessions, we will explore the following: What avenues of ministry are open to us as 'lay people'? How do I discern God's personal call on my life? How do we discern God's call on our group? How do we know that the vision we have is from God? What are some problems we experience when our group is not following God's particular call? Join us for one, two or three sessions around the theme of vision & ministry. Each session will run for 1 hr 15 mins and include worship, a fun activity, a talk & the opportunity to process and apply what you’re learning. Cost: $5 per session. Sun., Nov.15th, 11.30 am - 12.45 pm Everyone has a call Sun., Nov.15th, 1.45 3.00 pm & 3.15 4.30 pm What is God’s particular vision for you and your group? To register for any or all of the above sessions click here: https://www.trybooking.com/BMVLN This program is run by 'Kerygma' and supported by St. Ben's

24.01.2022 It's not too late to grab you ticket for our online fundraising event tomorrow! https://stbenedicts.com.au/parishfundraisinglunch

24.01.2022 + Songs of Hope + Out of Hiding by Steffany Gretzinger covered by the wonderful Justine! "When I'm at my loneliest the desire of my heart is that someone would remember me...this song is like Jesus' conversation back to me and in his loneliest moment on the cross it was me that He was thinking of."... Lyrics - Come out of hiding You're safe here with Me There's no need to cover What I already see You've got your reasons But I hold your peace You've been on lock-down And I hold the key 'Cause I loved you before you knew it was love And I saw it all, still I chose the cross And you were the one that I was thinking of When I rose from the grave Now rid of the shackles, My victory's yours I tore the veil for you to come close There's no reason to stand at a distance anymore You're not far from home And now I'll be your lighthouse When you're lost at sea And I will illuminate Everything No need to be frightened by intimacy No, just throw off your fear And come running to Me

23.01.2022 Love always desires to bring about the flourishing of the other, and Christ is perfect Love. He helps us to uncover and step into our deepest potential.

23.01.2022 We'd love to pray for you https://prayer.stbenedicts.com.au/ "And it shall come to pass that everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved." Acts 2:21

23.01.2022 God's love is unfathomably generous and He desires every single one us in His Kingdom.

22.01.2022 Introducing... Ros! > What's your role at the parish? I am Ros, the care missionary from St Benedicts church community. My role in the parish is the coordinator for the Benedict Care program, where I organise angels to go have spiritual talks (and sometimes just simple chats), visiting aged care facilities in the area, dropping off weekly bulletins and helping our senior parishioners. I work closely with a Loving mentor and together we help reach out to those who are in ne...ed. > What's a skill have you taken up during isolation? Making phone calls. I used to feel so awkward calling strangers over the phone. Joining Benedict Care has built my confidence. I enjoy talking with our senior parishioners and now it is becoming my activity during isolation. >Favourite prayer? Prayers taught at Fatima. It was introduced by Fr Gerard Ryan from Wagga Wagga a few years ago when he came to St Benedicts church. I have been praying this prayer before I go to bed. > Cats or dogs? DOGS! It was my dream to have a dog. So, when I just came to Australia, I was given a dog as my 17th birthday present. > How do you like your coffee? I love my flat white coffee with almond milk. It has to be hot and flat with no foam at all.

21.01.2022 Just a bit of friday fun to get us into weekend mode. Here's one to kick it off.... "Feel So Close" by Calvin Harris

20.01.2022 Receiving Gods life-giving promises through relationship Online session over Zoom Sat., Sept.19th, 7.00 - 8.15 pm... Many of Gods promises to us are conditional promises which means that if I am to receive the benefit of these promises, I need to relate in certain ways to my brothers and sisters in Gods family. To register for this session click here: https://forms.gle/4Sd3Bh4rcz2a8pqL6 This program is run by 'Kerygma' and supported by St. Ben's

20.01.2022 All are welcome to join us for mass tomorrow at 10am. Download the bulletin, join our virtual cuppa after mass and donate at: https://stbenedicts.com.au/churchonline

20.01.2022 St Benedict's Night of Worship

18.01.2022 Love a bit of Romans 5 We boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.

18.01.2022 Luke 8 is on tonight for all yr 5s-8s at 5pm. Contact Stef at [email protected] for more details!

18.01.2022 Happy Friday!! We’re excited to see more people back in our pews this weekend

18.01.2022 If you're new to our community we'd love to connect with you! Join us on zoom tomorrow night at 7pm. Register here: https://forms.fluro.io/form/5d80572ed69e381ae64ce9e0

17.01.2022 Join us this Wednesday Night as we prepare for prepare for Christmas. An opportunity for reconciliation, worship and reflection.

17.01.2022 Living in Christ Catch the full homily and reflections questions at: https://stbenedicts.com.au/homily/twenty-fifth-sunday

17.01.2022 Now that restrictions have eased, we're open for baptisms! Happy Friday

16.01.2022 Can we always forgive? The full homily and reflection questions are available at https://stbenedicts.com.au/homily

16.01.2022 Join us for Mass at 10am Read the bulletin, join our virtual cuppa after mass and donate at: https://stbenedicts.com.au/churchonline

15.01.2022 Luke 8 is on TONIGHT! We'll be exploring the prequel to Joseph's story. 5:30 - 6:30pm all kids yr 5-8 are welcome. Email [email protected] for more details and to sign up!

15.01.2022 + Songs of Hope + Shehan from the Missionaries of God's Love sings Finally Free by Rend Collective. At the end he shares about the beautiful imagary in this song. Enjoy! Lyrics - ... Your mercy rains from heaven Like confetti at a wedding And I am celebrating In the downpour Your heart is wild with colour Like a never-ending summer You burn away the winter Of my cold and weary heart My soul cries out holy, holy My heart is lost in Your beauty All hope is found in Your mercy You paid the price now I am Finally free Your grace, oh God's the anchor That's holding me forever Come trouble or high water I am steadfast Yeah, you lift me when I'm sinking Like the swell of mighty oceans The power of redemption Yeah, it gives me wings to soar We'll cast our crowns before Him Like the rusting leaves of autumn Now every chain lies broken And finally we're free

15.01.2022 How can I build healthy relationships & restore broken relationships? Online session over Zoom for all age groups Sun., Sept.20th, 11.30 am - 12.45 pm & 1.45 3.00 pm with a break for lunch... God created us for relationship. In fact, the Trinity which is a community is the basis of all relationships and model for healthy relationships. In these two sessions well be exploring principles to build healthy relationships and how to restore broken relationships. To register for this session click here: https://forms.gle/4Sd3Bh4rcz2a8pqL6 This program is run by 'Kerygma' and supported by St. Ben's

13.01.2022 + Songs of Hope + Deacon Luke from the Missionaries of God's Love shares a song that speaks about the providence of God in the midst of all the difficult challenges. Lyrics - ... Light of the world pour out your fire Conqour the darkness of my life Lord I give you control We give you higher praise Fire of mercy

13.01.2022 A message of peace

13.01.2022 "Pray, hope, and don't worry. Worry is useless and God is merciful and will hear your prayer."

12.01.2022 Happy Sunday! Join us for mass this morning at 10am. Find all the links you need at: https://stbenedicts.com.au/churchonline And don't forget to join us for the Fundraiser Lunch at 12pm today on zoom!

12.01.2022 There's no cap or limit on forgiveness. We need to forgive and be forgiven every single day.

12.01.2022 Happy end of term to all our school kids and teachers (parents that includes most of you too now!) Luke 8 is on break over the holidays - here a few words from some of our wonderful kids!

11.01.2022 This weekend, the Catholic Church in Australia marks Child Protection Sunday, on which we pray for those who have been abused, their families and supporters. We recognise and apologise for the harm done by priests, religious and lay people in Church settings. The Church takes a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse. We recommit to practices that support survivors and make the Catholic Church and its ministries the safest possible place for children and people at risk. Find out more at: www.catholic.org.au/childprotectionsunday and www.catholicreligious.org.au/safeguarding

11.01.2022 We're all pros at weekends in lockdown by now right?!

11.01.2022 Last night our youtube channel reached 10,000 subscribers. We are so grateful for this opportunity to pray with our community online during the pandemic, as well as people from around the world! Thank you to everyone who has been financially supporting our mission here, making it possible for us to reach so many people. And a big shout out to our awesome tech team who has put so much work into the making sure our mass and adoration videos run smoothly!... https://www.youtube.com/StBenedictsBurwood

10.01.2022 Today's first reading reminds us of God's greatest commandment, to love. The song Pieces by Bethel Music speaks some powerful words about how God loves us, and how we can aim to love others. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0FW--zidYA

10.01.2022 TONIGHT @ 7.30PM. Join us live from facebook!

09.01.2022 Our "Prepare Him Room" digital Advent resource is now available: http://flr.ms/5se You can still use this resource in your own personal prayer, or why not invite a few friends or family members to get together each week during Advent to pray and share together? We pray that this resource will bless you!

09.01.2022 A message from Fr Dan for parishioners and friends of St Benedict's.

09.01.2022 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 1 Cor 13 Reflect on your motivation for love with this homily - https://stbenedicts.com.au/homily/searching-our-motivations

08.01.2022 Tuesday nights with the Alpha crew We are having a great time journeying with parishioners as well as some new friends. Our next Alpha Course will be in 2021, you can register your interest at https://stbenedicts.com.au/alpha

08.01.2022 Silence isn't empty, it's full of answers. When was the last time you made time for silence? Alone, no phone, no interruptions. God speaks in the silence of our heart. Often our lives are full noise - radio, TV, music, chatter, podcasts, netflix, etc. Silence allows us to empty our hearts of this noise and make room for God's presence. ... Our chapel is open Monday - Friday 10am-10pm for silent prayer and Eucharistic Adoration. All are welcome!

06.01.2022 Sexual attraction: Is it a life-giving or destructive force in my life? Online session over Zoom for all age groups Sun., Sept.20th, 3.15 4.30 pm... In this session, well look particularly at the man-woman relationship and how sex is a beautiful & powerful gift from God; yet how it can also be powerfully destructive when used outside the context & way for which God gave it. Well also reflect on boundaries that are important to put into place, to protect ourselves and others from stepping down a destructive path in this area, as well as a pathway to restoration, where we have gone down this road. To register for this session click here: https://forms.gle/4Sd3Bh4rcz2a8pqL6 This program is run by 'Kerygma' and supported by St. Ben's

06.01.2022 All are welcome to join us for the rosary tonight at 7.30pm. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83350794626

04.01.2022 Introducing... Karen! > What's your role at the parish? My role is Online Ministry Coordinator. I've been working on building up our online presence, sharing our mission and values via social media, helping develop our online ministry strategy and working on ways to help us all connect during lockdown. ... > What's your favourite bible verse? 2 Cor 12:9- My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. It reminds me that God is what I need, not my own strength or perfection. And that weakness can be a gift because when I am weak I allow God to have control. > How do you like your coffee? Black and with a friend and good conversation. > What has been keeping you entertained during lockdown? I realised I forgot how to whistle and have been practicing! A lot of walks, practicing guitar and figuring out how to do stuff on social media! And getting to know the St Ben's community :) > Favourite snack? Crunchy peanut butter and sliced banana on a wholemeal wrap, toasted. Or any kind of ice cream.

04.01.2022 In this weeks bulletin there's a page where children can draw a picture about this week's gospel topic - generosity. We'd love to share the kid's artwork with the community! Send them to us via facebook message or email [email protected]