St Ita's Primary School Drouin
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Drouin VIC 3818
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THE KINGDOM OF GOD WITHIN

God’s Kingdom is the focal point of Jesus’ mission. He speaks of it 162 times in the gospels so we can comprehend his vision. Jewish tradition anticipated a political kingdom of power crushing the Roman Empire and other kingdoms and bringing victory to the nation. The sooner the better! But Jesus’ reveals a very different kingdom, proclaiming, not some future external event but the Kingdom here, now, among us. (Luke 17:21).

If we grasp his message, this parable of the Mustard Seed (Mark 4:26-34) he moves us forward. He proclaims a quiet, sturdily growing Kingdom of infinite tenderness to be found in the lives and experiences of those we live with: silent, growing inside, hidden in the holiness of everyday life. God is not remote and removed from us in some distant sphere but in our midst, active in our daily lives, offering us gifts of freedom and fullness of life.

And there is more! Pope Francis teaches, “The Kingdom of God is within us.” (Pope Francis 13th Nov 2014). Indeed, “we need to look at cities with a mystical gaze, a contemplative gaze of faith and imagination, seeing God dwelling in their streets and squares.” (EG p274). Irish theologian Fr Brian Grogan breaks open Pope Francis’ reflection: “Christian belief is that Jesus comes from God: he is divine; God from God, Light from Light, True God from True God. With that firmly in place we can explore the statement that Jesus comes from within creation as the Pope writes: ‘He comes from within, that we might find him in this world of ours’ (LS 236). This is the mystery woven into creation: Jesus carried its hope from the very beginning. The flower that burst into bloom 2000 years ago was always there, and remains forever. (Grogan, BL. Mysticism 9 – Jesus Comes From Within)

 Deacon Mark Kelly

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FIRST COMMUNION UPDATE
Firstly, we would like to sincerely thank our First Communion families for their patience in having to deal with the latest development in regards to the Victorian Government Circuit Breaker.  At this stage we don’t really know what the outcome of the lock-down will bring.  In regard to this coming weekend’s Teaching Masses, we are still waiting on direction from the Victorian Government. We ask families to please keep an eye on this space for updates.

Unfortunately this new development has meant we need to restrict numbers for the actual First Communion Masses.  We will need to keep numbers to immediate family: Parents, siblings, Grandparents and Godparents. At present, we are waiting on the Victorian Government’s direction.
Take care and please know your families are in our prayers.

For any inquiries please contact Thérèse on 0499 116 428

 

Our 2nd Rite of Reconciliation will be held tonight:   

St Ita’s Church, Drouin: Wednesday 9th June, 7pm

St Joseph’s Warragul: Thursday 10th June 7pm

We ask all our school families to please keep our First Communion Candidates and their families in your prayers as they continue their faith journey.

For any enquiries please contact Thérèse on Mobile: 0499 116 428  or by email  at Warragul.sacraments@cdsale.org.au

AN INITIATION OF ADULTS

An Information evening will be held on Wednesday 28th July 7.30pm Marian Room (attached to St. Joseph’s Church Warragul; enter car park from Bowen Street) for those:
  • Who want to find out more about the Catholic faith
  • What Catholics believe and why
  • Considering possibly becoming a Catholic
  • An Adult Catholic who has not received First Communion or Confirmation.

If you know of someone that may be interested please bring them along to this session.

For more information you can contact:

Fr. Peter Slater: 56231642

Joan Robertson at St. Joseph’s Parish Office, Warragul: 56231642             

Deacon Mark Kelly at Marist Sion College: 56235944 or 0427748646.

WOMEN AT THE WELL (Women’s Spirituality group)

If anyone is interested in coming along and finding out more you are invited to a Meet and Greet session on Thursday 17th June 10.30 am Marian Room at St. Joseph’s Church Warragul.  In a supportive and encouraging setting we pray and reflect on the Sunday Gospel and listen to each other’s unique encounters with Christ.  Mums are welcome to bring their children.

Contact:  Joan Robertson at the Parish Office: 56231642 or

Michelle Blackwood: 0427 290 683 for more information or just come along.

 

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