COLLECTIONS
First (Priests Wages)
Second (Running Parish)
COLLECTIONS – NEW OPTION
We have installed a Tap and Go Machine next to the Collection Box to give people an opportunity to donate, should they wish to do so, when they aren’t carrying cash.
The amount is set at $15.00 of which $10.00 will go to the parish and $5 to the support of the clergy – the limit will be reviewed later! Thanks for your support.
FIRST COLLECTION:
Commonwealth Bank
Account Name: Central Presbytery Fund
BSB No: 062-786
Account No: 000029248
Reference: Parish: St Thomas Aquinas Charnwood.
SECOND COLLECTION:
Commonwealth Bank
Account Name: St Thomas Aquinas Parish Charnwood
BSB: No: 062-786
Account No: 14877
Reference: Surname and envelop number (e.g. ‘Jones 251’). Ensure it is recorded and receipted properly and accurately.
Second (Running Parish)
- No more collection bags at Mass
- Coins can no longer be accepted
- Direct Debiting is preferred details are
COLLECTIONS – NEW OPTION
We have installed a Tap and Go Machine next to the Collection Box to give people an opportunity to donate, should they wish to do so, when they aren’t carrying cash.
The amount is set at $15.00 of which $10.00 will go to the parish and $5 to the support of the clergy – the limit will be reviewed later! Thanks for your support.
FIRST COLLECTION:
Commonwealth Bank
Account Name: Central Presbytery Fund
BSB No: 062-786
Account No: 000029248
Reference: Parish: St Thomas Aquinas Charnwood.
SECOND COLLECTION:
Commonwealth Bank
Account Name: St Thomas Aquinas Parish Charnwood
BSB: No: 062-786
Account No: 14877
Reference: Surname and envelop number (e.g. ‘Jones 251’). Ensure it is recorded and receipted properly and accurately.
CATHOLIC FAITH – MATTERS CATHOLICS WANT TO DISCUSS
I’m sure there are questions and issues about the Church and our faith that you would like to explore more deeply.
To that end I would invite to submit your topics for discussion in at the Presbytery – in writing dropped into the letterbox.
We will try and arrange a suitable time and place (it depends on the numbers of people inquiring) and utilising the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Scriptures and the Documents of the Church, we will try and explore our faith together.
You will be required to read the Catechism in preparation for discussions and be prepared to give time to pray and read up before discussions.
ALL ENQUIRIES about matters you would like to discuss will be considered.
VISITATION
When I first came to St Thomas Aquinas I informed you of my desire to come to your home and say hello so as to get to know you and your family better.
Over the last couple of years I have had the opportunity to do just that with some people in the Parish.
If I have not come to your home, and you would like me to, I am most keen to do so. The information on our records is not always right so to enable me to visit your details would be appreciated.
All I need is a note left in the letter box on the Presbytery gate indicating your name, address and phone number and I will call to make a suitable time to come and say hello!
I’m always happy to sit in the kitchen for a cuppa and a talk. Fr Tom
TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS
In years past 20% of your contributions to the Parish through the planned giving have been tax deductible.
As of July 2021 the Parishes of Canberra and no longer required to contribute a levy to Catholic Education Office per year through the Canberra Catholic Schools Building Fund.
Therefore, not receipts will be issued for taxation purposes for the next financial year. If you need a record of your contributions for your own use they will be available.
The levy amounted to $4073 each year. This money can be utilised for Faith Formation at a Parish level.
PRAYERS/MASSES FOR SICK
If you become aware of parishioners who are sick or housebound, please let me know in order to pray for them, visit them or offer the sacraments to them. It’s always handy to know people’s positions so that they are not forgotten or overlooked.
RETREAT!
Fr Tom will be away on Retreat from the 1st – 10th July. On the weekend during that time Fr Lachlan Cole will be celebrating Mass. I do ask you for your prayer support during the time of my Retreat. Thanks
GOOD SAMARITAN BOX
Just a reminder that at the back of the Church is the Good Samaritan Box for donations of winter woollies.
PLANNED GIVING
Planned Giving envelopes will be available from 26th June in the foyer for you to pick up. If you would like to use the envelopes or go to direct debit please contact Debbie during Office Hours Tues-Thurs 10:00am- 2:00pm.
STA LADIES LUNCH
Tuesday 13 July 12.30pm at Southern Cross Jamison. Lovely opportunity to catch up at last. If you would like to come along please advise either Louise 0400831220 or Gerri 0418407565 before 4 July as bookings are essential.
VINNIES POOR BOX
We rely on the generous contributions from our community, this is why we are calling for donations that can help support those in need during this challenging time of the year. The Vinnies Poor Box will be in the foyer for your donations.
CALL TO CONNECT
Are you looking for an avenue of prayer and sharing the faith journey with a group of friends, online or face to face? Contact calltoconnect.ministry@gmail.com
"Call to Connect" catholic women's ministry can help you with free Starter Kits. More info here.
https://womenstaskforceacg.wordpress.com/womens-prayer-groups/
POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER TO ST JOSEPH
Hail, guardian of the Redeemer,
Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
To you God entrusted His only Son;
In you Mary placed her trust;
With you Christ became a man.
Blessed Joseph, to us too, show yourself
a father and guide us in the path of life.
Obtain for us grace, mercy and courage, and defend us from every evil. Amen.
I’m sure there are questions and issues about the Church and our faith that you would like to explore more deeply.
To that end I would invite to submit your topics for discussion in at the Presbytery – in writing dropped into the letterbox.
We will try and arrange a suitable time and place (it depends on the numbers of people inquiring) and utilising the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Scriptures and the Documents of the Church, we will try and explore our faith together.
You will be required to read the Catechism in preparation for discussions and be prepared to give time to pray and read up before discussions.
ALL ENQUIRIES about matters you would like to discuss will be considered.
VISITATION
When I first came to St Thomas Aquinas I informed you of my desire to come to your home and say hello so as to get to know you and your family better.
Over the last couple of years I have had the opportunity to do just that with some people in the Parish.
If I have not come to your home, and you would like me to, I am most keen to do so. The information on our records is not always right so to enable me to visit your details would be appreciated.
All I need is a note left in the letter box on the Presbytery gate indicating your name, address and phone number and I will call to make a suitable time to come and say hello!
I’m always happy to sit in the kitchen for a cuppa and a talk. Fr Tom
TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS
In years past 20% of your contributions to the Parish through the planned giving have been tax deductible.
As of July 2021 the Parishes of Canberra and no longer required to contribute a levy to Catholic Education Office per year through the Canberra Catholic Schools Building Fund.
Therefore, not receipts will be issued for taxation purposes for the next financial year. If you need a record of your contributions for your own use they will be available.
The levy amounted to $4073 each year. This money can be utilised for Faith Formation at a Parish level.
PRAYERS/MASSES FOR SICK
If you become aware of parishioners who are sick or housebound, please let me know in order to pray for them, visit them or offer the sacraments to them. It’s always handy to know people’s positions so that they are not forgotten or overlooked.
RETREAT!
Fr Tom will be away on Retreat from the 1st – 10th July. On the weekend during that time Fr Lachlan Cole will be celebrating Mass. I do ask you for your prayer support during the time of my Retreat. Thanks
GOOD SAMARITAN BOX
Just a reminder that at the back of the Church is the Good Samaritan Box for donations of winter woollies.
PLANNED GIVING
Planned Giving envelopes will be available from 26th June in the foyer for you to pick up. If you would like to use the envelopes or go to direct debit please contact Debbie during Office Hours Tues-Thurs 10:00am- 2:00pm.
STA LADIES LUNCH
Tuesday 13 July 12.30pm at Southern Cross Jamison. Lovely opportunity to catch up at last. If you would like to come along please advise either Louise 0400831220 or Gerri 0418407565 before 4 July as bookings are essential.
VINNIES POOR BOX
We rely on the generous contributions from our community, this is why we are calling for donations that can help support those in need during this challenging time of the year. The Vinnies Poor Box will be in the foyer for your donations.
CALL TO CONNECT
Are you looking for an avenue of prayer and sharing the faith journey with a group of friends, online or face to face? Contact calltoconnect.ministry@gmail.com
"Call to Connect" catholic women's ministry can help you with free Starter Kits. More info here.
https://womenstaskforceacg.wordpress.com/womens-prayer-groups/
POPE FRANCIS’ PRAYER TO ST JOSEPH
Hail, guardian of the Redeemer,
Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary
To you God entrusted His only Son;
In you Mary placed her trust;
With you Christ became a man.
Blessed Joseph, to us too, show yourself
a father and guide us in the path of life.
Obtain for us grace, mercy and courage, and defend us from every evil. Amen.
