It is hard to believe that we are at the end of yet another year. This year seems to have flown and we have fitted lots into it. I would like to thank our school community for their continued support in all activities undertaken.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to Father Joe for his spiritual guidance and in leading our children on their faith journey. It has been a busy year with three Sacraments being celebrated in our parish and many other celebrations. Father Joe is always so happy to be part of the St Patrick’s community interacting with the children and families.

St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal

Thank you, St Patrick’s families for your wonderful response to the St Vincent de Paul Christmas Appeal. There was a very generous amount if items bought to our Thanksgiving Mass. These items will be made into Christmas hampers and distributed to those in our community who need a little boast to make their Christmas a little more enjoyable. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

Christmas Mass

This year there will be two Christmas Masses celebrated in our parish. Mass will be at 7 pm on Christmas Eve and 10 am on Christmas Day.

All children who are at Mass on Christmas Eve, are invited to take part in the entrance procession and bring baby Jesus to his place in the manager.

Altar Servers

We take this opportunity to thank our wonderful Altar Servers who continue to make an outstanding contribution to our Parish community. We have recently welcomed a new group of three children to this ministry. Over the coming weeks they will begin their roles under the guidance of our more experienced leaders.

*** Please check your rosters over the holidays. If you are unable to server on the allocated date, please arrange a swap.

Parish Monster Raffle

This raffle will be drawn after Mass on Saturday night. We ask that all raffle tickets and money be returned tomorrow Wednesday 13^th December to the Front Office.

Wishing you all a happy and holy Christmas and a safe and relaxing holiday season. May you enjoy spending time with family and friends.

Kate Howe

REC