WelcomeWelcome to the Gatton Laidley Parish. We are located in the South-West region of the Archdiocese of Brisbane. On this site there is information about our parish which we hope you will find interesting, informative and a convenient source of information about our parish life and community.
If you are new to the Parish we invite you to fill in the Parish Census form (available from the Forms & Downloads section) so we may extend a personal welcome. Please do not hesitate to contact the Parish Office if you have any questions or would like to find out more about the Parish. |
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COMMUNITY NEWS
St Patrick's Laidley - Centenary 2019
A great community meeting has resulted in several working groups and some planned events. If you would like to be involved in a working group - History and Publication, Catering, Projects and Maintenance, and Memorabilia, please phone the office. Keep an eye out for updates in the weekly newsletter. We are also publishing a keepsake Recipe Book and calling for contributions from past and present parishioners. All members of our parish community are invited to be involved so that we can make this a very special year together. ALPHA - 6pm Thursday nights at Community Centre Gatton Come and see if Alpha is part of your faith journey. " Is there more to life than this?" Are you ready to take the next step to explore your faith, to deepen your relationship with Jesus and allow the Holy Spirit to lead in sharing the joy of the Gospel? Every Alpha session has a shared meal, a presentation by DVD and then small group discussions. 
PRAY THE ROSARY - check newsletter to confirm details
Come gather with us to pray the Rosary every Tuesday afternoon at 4:30pm before Mass at St Joseph's Church Forest Hill, and every Wednesday at 7:30am in St. Mary's Church Gatton. WHY NOT BE PART OF A LENTEN GROUP THIS YEAR? Ash Wednesday is March 6th and there will be several groups meeting for an hour, once a week, to explore the Word of God during this time of Lent. The program this year focuses on Compassion ... please consider being a leader (all resources provided) or attending one of the groups. 
FRIENDSHIP GROUP - next gathering 18th February
All members of the community are invited to attend a morning tea and enjoy a game of Euchre at the Gatton Community Centre every third Monday commencing at 9am. GAME OF CARDS (BRIDGE) Bridge players gather each Tuesday at 8.45am for a game of cards in the Parish Community Centre, Gatton. New players always welcome. SAFEGUARDING TRAINING and VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION - all forms due by 28th February Everyone from Collectors and singers, to readers and gardeners are required to complete some paperwork. If you have not already completed the paperwork, please speak to Father Noy or phone the Parish office on 5465 3131 to make arrangements. Please remember to bring your Proof of ID including one with a photo when completing your paperwork. A VOCATION VIEW: The word of God becomes the flesh of God when YOU live it in your life. Believe what you read; live what you believe. Be Christ to one another. To talk to someone about your vocation, contact the Vocation Centre: 1300 133 544 vocation@bne.catholic.net.au ww.vocationbrisbane.com |
PLENARY COUNCIL 2020
Together, we are on a journey of listening to God by listening to one another. All Australians are invited to engage in an open and inclusive process of listening, dialogue and discernment about the future of the Catholic Church in Australia.
Your voice is needed – join in! Speak boldly and with passion, listen with an open and humble heart.
With faith and guided by God’s Holy Spirit, we journey together, toward the future.
Visit the website http://plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au
Together, we are on a journey of listening to God by listening to one another. All Australians are invited to engage in an open and inclusive process of listening, dialogue and discernment about the future of the Catholic Church in Australia.
Your voice is needed – join in! Speak boldly and with passion, listen with an open and humble heart.
With faith and guided by God’s Holy Spirit, we journey together, toward the future.
Visit the website http://plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au
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OUR LADY OF THE VALLEY CATHOLIC PARISH
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