PRAY FOR UKRAINE
"Loving God, we pray for the people of Ukraine, for all those who are suffering or afraid, that you will be close to them and protect them. We pray for world leaders, for compassion, strength and wisdom to guide their choices. We pray for the world that in this moment of crisis, we may reach out in solidarity to our brothers and sisters in need. May we walk in your ways so that peace and justice become a reality for the people of Ukraine and for the world."
Members of the community of the parish of St John the Baptist are urged to pray the Rosary daily for a peaceful end to the war in Ukraine.
COVID - 19
Government restrictions were lifted July 1st. However, here at St John's Parish, knowing the virus is still present in the community, we remain cautious...
Face Masks are no longer compulsory to be worn, but you may choose to wear them inside the church.
- Before disposing of your mask in the general rubbish (not recycling) please cut or pull off the ear loops to avoid a potential strangulation hazard for sea life, if it finds its way into the river or ocean, which we know rubbish frequently does.
Hand sanitiser is available. Please use it before taking your seat, after handling your mask, if you wear one, and when you leave the church
Please stay home if you have any signs of a respiratory illness, even a mild one, till you have received a negative swab result or have recovered.
Maintaining 1.5 m distance from each other remains good advice (families and couples are exempt from this requirement).
COVID Modifications within the Mass:
Holy Communion will be distributed on the hand, not the tongue, offering the Body of Christ only - no precious Blood will be offered at present.
Further relaxation of COVID restrictions:
Holy water stoops are available again to bless ourselves when entering and leaving the church.
We must ensure adequate ventilation
Hymn books will be in use once again from Ash Wednesday
Morning Tea/Supper
All are welcome to stay for a chat and a cup after Sat 6pm & Sunday 10am Masses.
More servers are needed.
Please contact Sheila at the Presbytery if you can help: 6272 7373
MASS AT GLENORCHY
REGULAR MASS TIMES THROUGHOUT THE WEEK
SATURDAY
St John's - 9am
- 6pm (Vigil for Sunday)
SUNDAY
St Monica's - 8:30am
St John's - 10:00am
WEEKDAYS AT ST JOHN'S
Monday - 9.00 am
Tuesday - 9.00 am
Wednesday - 9.00 am
Thursday - 12.00 pm
Friday - 9.00 am
ONE ‘GREAT SUNDAY’ - THE FIFTY DAYS FROM EASTER TO PENTECOST
Dr Drasko Dizdar will explore the meaning of the Easter season from Jesus’ passion, death and resurrection to the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles at Pentecost.
When? 11.00am on 20th May
Where? St John the Baptist, Glenorchy
You are invited to join us. Make a note in your diary! Inquiries: Ph. Parish office 6272 6363
PLANNED GIVING
The collection basket is once again being passed around during Mass, for a first and second collection.
DIRECT DEBIT/PERIODICAL PAYMENT REMAINS AVAILABLE
Continuing financial support to the parish is greatly appreciated, and allows it to continue to function. A simple and easy way to do this is to arrange direct debit or periodical payment via electronic funds transfer from your bank account to that of the Parish. Some parishioners are already doing this.
Parish Account Name: St John's Glenorchy
BSB Number: 06 7000
Account Number: 10 315 732
ON-THE-SPOT CONTACTLESS PAYMENT CONTINUES TO BE AVAILABLE
In keeping with the COVID Safety principle of non-touch whenever possible, there is a Quest Tap and Go electronic banking "port" in the foyer at St Johns to allow contactless electronic donations to the parish. At a time when cash is being used less and less, this allows parishioners to make $10:00 donations at the touch of a credit card. Donations of larger amounts, in multiples of 10, can be simply made by tapping multiple times.
50/50 Club:
50 people are invited to enter a raffle, each paying $50 for a chance to win $150, $100 or $50 in prizes once all tickets are bought. Proceeds are to fund emergency expenditure in the Parish when needed. Simply place $50 into an envelope with your name on it and place in collection basket, or contact the Parish Office: 62726363