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Past Events 2012

Dr Gerard O’Shea Event - 2 May.

Dr. Gerard O’Shea’s talk on 2 May was inspirational. His book, “As I have loved you”, is a must read for every young parent or those interested in the sex education of their child. We admit to under promoting some valuable aspects of his program, not realising as did many who attended, just how ‘revolutionary’, comprehensively practical and Catholic, it was. Indeed we have already been contacted by some mothers who are prepared to fly Gerard up here again.

We heard how the evolution of his program had taken near 10 years and involved the best experts from around the world and then numerous focus groups. The real payoff was twofold. Firstly, parents had a wonderful opportunity (albeit for a short period of time) to deepen the relationship with their child, and at a time when the childs focus would otherwise move to those shallow and misguided sources of sex education, sources which rob them of their innocence and their sense of respect for all.

Secondly, the program opens up far more comprehensive and analytical thinking in many more areas than sex education, owing to the comprehensive framework in which the sex education program is centred. The lines of communication to many more lifestyle topics are opened up for future discussion and this incredibly valuable process was shown to continue well after the kids have ‘flown the nest’.

However we were also told that if healthy sex education is not presented to the child by the ages 14 - 15 then it is too late. Several of the AFE team have purchased the book so if you’d like to check it, please contact us or otherwise order the book online:

http://www.modottipress.com.au/bookstore/index.php?act=viewProd&productId=37

 
 

 

 
Psalm 32:8
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Past Events 2010


10th August - How the Irish saved civilisation. Fr Chris Hanlon
Between the fall of the ancient world and the rise of the medieval world there was a period of time when civilisation went into decline and had to rise again. It was the Irish moreso than the Moslems who via their travels preserved and developed civilisation through art and books

3rd August - The History of Spirituality. Fr Chris Hanlon
Spirituality and religion are different. Our spiritual and discerning approach to Scripture links back to the Monastic traditions of the Middle Ages. Fr Chris touched on the steps in discerning the message of Scripture originally handed down to us by St Bernard.

8th and 15th June - Br Ray Mulvogue will present two talks on ageing
1. Spirituality and Ageing; 2. Understanding Dementia

Fr Stephen Byrnes presented a series of seven sessions on the Book of Revelation also called Apocalypse. Fr Stephen investigated what Scripture says and implies, and brought a historical perspective to the investigation.

20 April - Session 1.....A Tale of Two Kingdoms (God V Caesar)

27 April - Session 2.... Awesome! (God, Christ, Spirit)

4 May - Session 3.... Where's yer Swags, Cobbers? (Church: The travelling People of God)

11 May - Session 4.....Old Nick and His Mates (The Satan, Devils/Demons/Evil Spirits and whatever goes "bump" in the night)

18 May - Session 5.....As Dead as a Dodo (Death and Judgement)

25 May - Session 6.....You Beauty!.... but watch out for the Rubbish Dump (Heaven..... but what about the other place?)

1 June - Session 7.....COMING READY OR NOT! - Jesus (A New Beginning: Time & Eternity)

18th May - An e-Conference on Mary. Fr Frank Maloney SDB, the key presenter, explored Mary as disciple, woman, and mother. We reflected on the image of Mary as presented in art through the ages.

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Past Events 2009

2009 - Year of Priests

On the eve of the Year for Priests, Pope Benedict wrote to his brother priests:

"'The priesthood is the love of the heart of Jesus', the saintly Curé of Ars would often say. This touching expression makes us reflect, first of all, with heartfelt gratitude on the immense gift which priests represent, not only for the Church, but also for humanity itself. I think of all those priests who quietly present Christ’s words and actions each day to the faithful and to the whole world, striving to be one with the Lord in their thoughts and their will, their sentiments and their style of life. How can I not pay tribute to their apostolic labours, their tireless and hidden service, their universal charity? And how can I not praise the courageous fidelity of so many priests who, even amid difficulties and incomprehension, remain faithful to their vocation as 'friends of Christ', whom he has called by name, chosen and sent?"

"Why going to Mass Matters" Wed 13 May 09. Sr. Ursula presented this event entitled "Why going to Mass Matters" on Wednesday 13th May at 7.15pm in the Daley Centre.

Lenten Program 2009 ...Daley Centre Tuesday 24 Feb and Tuesdays 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31March.
Parishioners attended the Lenten program presented mostly this year in small home groups. Some found it more convenient to attend the morning and evening sessions in the Daley Centre.
At least 100 parishioners used the program to prepare for the Easter season. Most parishioners found the prayer, reflection and Faith-sharing was very enjoyable and helpful, especially in the small groups.


Reformation in the Church. In August Fr Chris Hanlon spoke on the Reformation in the Church in two sessions on 6th and 13th August.


Psalms. On 2nd September Fr Stephen Byrnes was our guest speaker on the Psalms - "Put a Spring in Your Step with the Psalms".

Jesus, Communion, Mission … Archbishop Bathersby visiedt the Deanery on Thu 12 March at St. Therese and St.Anthony's Kedron.

 
   

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Past Events 2008

5 Feb - 11 March - Gathered for Giving Lenten Program.

27 Feb - Expert Panel Forum Number One - This was the first of two open discussion evenings dealing with questions from Parishioners about our Faith. Thanks to Sr Ursula, Fr Frank, & Fr Stephen.

16 Apr - Expert Panel Forum Number Two – The 2nd of our open discussion evenings; this time on the Sacrament of Marriage with particular emphasis on the Catholic Marriage Tribunal. Our thanks to the Very Rev Dr Adrian Farrelly, KCHS JCD who is the Judicial Vicar of the Qld Regional Marriage Tribunal. An audio of the night can be downloaded from the section below:

22nd May -  Fr Fleming; "A True and Practical Faith; Worth Pursuing."

A conversion story by Fr John Fleming. With an incredible CV and international reputation, it is no wonder that Fr John held us captivated with a courageous and inspiring story of his conversion from Agnosticism to Anglican Priesthood and then finally to his spiritual home within Roman Catholicism - as a married priest. If you missed this riveting night, you can download the 2 part audio from the resources section below. Fr will also have his next book (referred to in the audio) available by November 2008 and the pre-order form can also be downloaded. Fr John, as President of Campion college also told us something of the culture and excellence in learning available at Campion College. The website link is also below.

Fr John Flemings Talk:

 

June 16th and 23rd – Fr Stephen “There Be Dragons”

An expose on the Book of Revelations by Fr Stephen. A stimulating introductory 2 night course on the book of the Apocalypse - also called the Book of Revelations. Are the fundamentalists correct when they use the Book of Revelations to claim that the Holy Roman Catholic Church is the “whore of Babylon” or the Anti Christ? Next year we anticipate that Fr Stephen will run a longer more in depth course into the Book of Revelations. Download Fr Stephen's talk:

Thursday 24 July - Expert Panel Forum Number Three

Questions & Answers on our Roman Catholic Faith with Sr Ursula, Frs Frank and Stephen. Another forum called to deal with remaining questions from our previous Expert Panel nights. Discussion invited from the floor.

August 5, 12, 19, 26 & September 2, 9, and 16th [seven sessions]. History of the Church by Fr Chris Hanlon.

Thanks to Fr Chris for a herculean effort. Several DVDs with both audio recordings and videos are available via the St Vincent de Paul shop or via our feedback facility above.

Monday 20 Oct - Pam Faro: Internationally renowned Biblical story teller

Pam is a student of Hebrew and Greek and is famous for her wonderful gift of storytelling. “ … Pam mades the stories of God unforgettable.”

Sunday 23 Nov 08

Movie Paul Contending for Faith. Many enjoyed the DVD documentary on St. Paul. Stephen Ray tiook the group along on his travels around the Holy Land, tracing the journeys of St. Paul. A closer investigation using this resource is scheduled for Feb 2009.

 
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Past Events 2007

Lenten 2007 program: Thursdays Feb 22nd - 29th Mar (6 weeks)

Movie Night Sun 4th Mar - Movie night Daley Centre. Molokai PG (True story.)

Movie Night Sun 18th Mar - Movie night Daley Centre. Mother Teresa PG (True story.)

Pentecost program (Little Rock) continues Thursdays til about 24th May 2007

"Resurrection" by Anglican Bishop Tom Wright: May 24. A DVD from the “Serious Answers to Hard Questions" Protestant series. (The Bishop was brought out by Archbishop Bathersby in 2006)

"Vatican II: The Evangelisation Council" by Fr John Thornhill PhD: June 14th. A DVD presentation from the widely acclaimed Emmaus Series, allowing for small group discussion.

"Do We Need the Church in the Modern World?" Fr John Thornhill. July 12. The second part of the Emmaus series will also provide a look at the Second Vatican Council before a closer look at today's Church.

"Acts of the Apostles". Enjoyed by too few, the 9 week program ran till 14th August.
People still can borrow the DVD/ video/ booklet; see the Parish Office or the AFE team.

"The Shroud of Turin": by world expert & ex agnostic Ian Wilson - August 23rd.
Did God leave us a momento of the most important event in the history of the cosmos - Christ's Resurrection?"

Please note it takes approximately 20 minutes to download 30mb on 256kbps ADSL Broadband. Download would be very slow for Dial-up conection and is therefore not recommended. If you wish a CD copy of the files please use the Feedback Form above to request a copy from the AFE contact.

"Mary's Place in Our Faith" - 27th & 30th Oct … Emmaus DVD by Fr John Thornhill.
Finding God through Our Mother Mary". The DVD can be purchased/ borrowed.

The Case for the Real Presence - 19th Nov 07. "The Eucharist is not cream-buns for religious layabouts but battle rations for God's warriors" (Unknown). Our new Associate Pastor, Fr Stephen Byrnes introduced himself to the AFE with this critical expose of a foundational Truth necessary to our Faith. Why and how is the Eucharist the source and summit of our Catholic Life?" Please listen to Pope Bendict XVI - Sacramenta Caritatis Size 3mb, Duration 29 minutes.

The Nativity Story- Movie (DVD) - 25th Nov 07

The first live-action Bible film from a major studio in decades is an instant Christmas classic-and thanks to Oscar Isaac's performance as Joseph, a compelling portrait of goodness and self-giving love. A movie for all the family. Rated PG


"…the Catholic Church has taught (CCC #499) for over 2000 years that the referenced Scripture showed that Mary would not only conceive the child miraculously, but would give birth to the child miraculously - keeping her physical virginity intact during the birth…" Fr. Angelo Geiger

 
   

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