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Founded in 1976, Corio Lara Catholic Parish is a spiritual lighthouse, radiating the light of Christ’s grace and love. Come and discover the true and loving God through our prayer, formation and fellowship.
Parish Noticeboard
Week commencing 20th September 2026
ST FRANCIS XAVIER LEAK UPDATE. Our insurers have confirmed they will assist us to replace the foyer flooring and kitchen cabinets. We will take this opportunity to make important improvements to the foyer and kitchen. In coming weeks, we will seek donations to support improvements not covered by insurance.
PARISH TRIVIA NIGHT. Kicks off at 7pm on Saturday 19th September in the Xavier Centre. Come along and enjoy a great evening of trivia fun, games, and lots of prizes. BYO alcohol and food. Tea and coffee provided. Strictly over 18 years. Each member of the winning table receives a $50 Coles Myer Voucher. Thanks to the Social Committee, our sponsors, and all who are attending.
PARISH MISSION | “THE PARISH: A PEARL OF GREAT PRICE” | 20/10—22/10. As part of our 50th anniversary year celebrations, Fr Michel Corriveau will preach a Parish Mission for us in October. The Parish Mission will give us the opportunity for spiritual renewal. On the weekend of 17/18 October, Fr Michel will preach at all Masses to explain the Parish Mission and invite you along. The Mission consists of a series of talks from 7.00pm—7.45pm on Tues 20/10, Wed 21/10 and Thurs 22/10 in the Xavier Centre. Each talk will be followed by a supper of wine and cheese.
COMBINED CATHOLIC PARISHES RAFFLE 2026. Tickets will be on sale after all Masses from next weekend 26th/27th September. $2.00 each/$20.00 book. Great prizes! All profits support our Parish. See flyers for more details.
PARISH PUBLIC ROSARY CHANGE OF DATE. October is dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary. At 8.30am on Saturday 10th October, parishioners are invited to gather outside St Francis Xavier church on Bacchus Marsh Road for a public rosary. We will pray for the conversion of Australia and the triumph of the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
MARCH FOR THE BABIES 2026. The annual March for the Babies will be on Saturday 10th October 2026. It will commence at 1pm in Treasury Gardens, Melbourne. It is estimated that 25-33% of the children conceived between 2004-2020 were aborted. The March for the Babies peacefully affirms the right to life of every unborn child, the need for better assistance for women in crisis pregnancies, and the right to freedom of conscience for healthcare workers opposed to abortion.
DEACON RHYS LOWTHER—ORDINATION TO THE PRIESTHOOD AND FIRST MASS. Deacon Rhys has received notice that he will be ordained to the priesthood at St Patrick’s Cathedral at 10am on Saturday 14th November 2026. He will then offer his first Mass at St Anthony of Padua, Lara at 1pm on Sunday 15th November. All are invited! In coming weeks, we will organise a bus to the ordination and a collection for Rhys’ gift.
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