We’re hiring
Corio Lara Catholic Parish is seeking an ethusiastic, organised and capable Finance Officer. The Finance Officer will play an integral part in the life of the parish by managing the parish’s finances and assets under the leadership of the parish priest.
Permanent Part Time | 3 hours per week
Applications close 20 February 2026
Parish Noticeboard
Week commencing 15th February 2026
ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES. Ash Wednesday falls on Wednesday 18th February 2026. On Ash Wednesday, there will be a 9.15am Mass at St Anthony’s (Lara) and a 7.30pm Mass at St Francis Xavier (Corio). Confessions will be heard from 7.00pm.
SOUP & STATIONS—LENT STATIONS OF THE CROSS. On Fridays in Lent a soup dinner will be available at 6.00pm in the Xavier Centre. Stations of the Cross will follow at 7.00pm in St Francis Xavier Church. The first Soup & Stations will be held on Friday 20th February. All welcome! Thanks to the Legion of Mary for providing the soup.
PROJECT COMPASSION: LET’S UNITE AGAINST POVERTY THIS LENT. Donation envelopes and boxes will be available from Ash Wednesday.
WE ARE HIRING—PARISH FINANCE OFFICER. We are looking to hire an enthusiastic and capable finance officer. The role is for 3 hrs per week permanent part time. Familiarity with Xero accounting software and bookkeeping qualification/experience preferred. Apply here: www.coriolaracatholicparish.com.au/apply.
WE ARE ESTABLISHING A COLLECTORS ROSTER—CAN YOU HELP? From March, we will roster the collectors for the Saturday night and Sunday Masses. If you are happy to help take up the collections at Mass, please put your name and contact information on the Expression of Interest form in the foyer.
FORMING FAITHFUL FAMILIES: CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT IN FAITH. Parish families are invited to come together for an afternoon of prayer, fellowship and formation on Sunday 22nd February. Begins with BYO lunch at 12.30pm in the Xavier Centre. At 1.30pm, former principal and RE curriculum writer Dr Gerard O’Shea will speak about the stages of childhood development in faith. We will close with the rosary at 2:30pm. Free childcare available.
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2026. 11am on Friday 6th March at St Anthony’s church. This year’s theme country is Nigeria and the struggles of Christians there. We are hosting this years’ service for the Christian churches of Lara. Contact Val Brennan 0437 132 049 if you can assist or for more information.
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