Carmel Bulletin, 14 June 2015 Recently, the pastoral council facilitated a parish forum that was focused on our parish vision that all families feel supported, connected and valued as they live and grow in their faith. At that forum, some people recalled the practice of a former parish priest, Fr Laurie, who encouraged us to … Continue reading Welcome and Hospitality
Liturgy Corner
Carmel Bulletin, 17 May 2015 The Liturgy Committee met on 6 May. The celebration of Holy Week and the Easter Triduum was evaluated. There were many positive aspects to the celebrations and the participation of the parish in them. Further consideration will be given to managing the volunteering of liturgical ministers, and ensuring a reverent, prayerful … Continue reading Liturgy Committee Report
Carmel Bulletin, 10 May 2015 At Masses during the Lent and Easter seasons, we pray the Apostles’ Creed instead of the usual Niceno-Constantinopolitan Creed. This is recommended in the Missal as it is the ancient baptismal creed of the Roman Church, and these seasons are very much focused on baptism; through the initiation of adults … Continue reading He Descended Into Hell
Carmel Bulletin, 29 March 2015 Today we begin once again to approach the most holy days of the entire liturgical year. We invite you all to participate in the celebrations of Holy Week and the Easter Triduum. Our Diocese will celebrate the Chrism Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral on Wednesday at 7:30 pm. At this Mass, … Continue reading Holy Week
Carmel Bulletin, 15 March 2015 Sixty years ago, Catholics generally understood that there were two types of Mass – high and low. One had lots of singing, the other didn’t. “High Mass” was intended for more solemn occasions. Both were in Latin, however, and so were equally difficult to understand for most parishioners in the pews … Continue reading Celebrating With Children
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