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Parish Support Unit Education and Formation Opportunities
August – November 2013
The Parish Support Unit (PSU) is a part of the Bishop’s Office and has the prime responsibility of assisting parishes with Pastoral Care for
Evangelisation. One of the key activities is Lay Ministry Development and the Faith Formation of adults and children. We are proud to offer the following
programs from August through to the end of November 2013. Courses are available to all and are free of charge (unless otherwise stated).
To register for any of these formation opportunities, please contact the person indicated, or telephone 9847 0448 or 4332 9825.
Catholicism Faith Formation Program
This highly acclaimed video series brings the beauty, goodness and truth of the Church to life. Hosted by Fr Robert Barron,
the Catholicism series covers what Catholics believe, and why they believe it.
Dates: Wednesdays 7, 14, 21, 28 August; 4, 11, 18, 25 September; 9, 16 October
Time: 10:30am – 12noon
Location: Caroline Chisholm Centre, 423 Pennant Hills Road Pennant Hills 2120
RSVP: Monday 5 August 2013,
Phone: 9847 0448 or 4332 9825
Email: reservations@dbb.org.au
“Where the Hell is God?” A Talk by Fr Richard Leonard, SJ
This presentation by Fr Richard Leonard, based on his book, ‘Where the Hell is God?’, which has been described by James
Martin SJ as, “One of the best books you will ever read on the spiritual life.” Fr Richard’s talk concerns the ageless cry of
humankind, “Where is God when tragedy and suffering afflicts good people?” A dynamic speaker, Fr Richard’s talk is not to
be missed. The talk will be held on the Central Coast in August and repeated on the Northern Beaches in September.
Date: Monday 12 August 2013
Time: 7:00pm – 8:45pm
Location: St Mary MacKillop Church, Cnr of Sparks and Minnesota Roads Woongarrah
RSVP: Friday 9 August 2013
Go to www.trybooking.com/49218 to register or
Phone: 9847 0448 or 4332 9825
Date: Wednesday 11 September 2013
Time: 7:00pm – 8:45pm
Location: The Lakes Catholic Parish Hall, Lagoon Street, Narrabeen
RSVP: by Monday 9 September 2013
Go to www.trybooking.com/49039 to register or
Phone: 9847 0448 or 4332 9825
“The Return of the Prodigal Son”
by Henri Nouwen: A Book Reading Experience
You are warmly invited to be part of a book reading experience. The book selection is Henri Nouwen’s “The Return of
the Prodigal Son,” regarded as a modern spiritual classic. As Nouwen reflects upon Rembrandt’s painting of the parable
found in chapter 15 of Luke’s Gospel, he evokes a powerful drama of homecoming, affirmation and reconciliation.
Dates: Tuesdays 6, 13, 20, & 27 August 2013
Time: 10:30am – 12noon
Location: Caroline Chisholm Centre, 423 Pennant Hills Road, Pennant Hills
Registration is essential
RSVP: Friday 2 August 2013,
Phone: 9847 0448 or 4332 9825
Email: registrations@dbb.org.au
In the Footsteps of Mary MacKillop:
CSO (in collaboration with the PSU) will be held around the Peninsula Region; the experience
includes coffee, meditation, discussion and blessing. Child minding provided.
Friday 16 August: Our Lady of Good Counsel School 11 Currie Rd, Forestville
Tuesday 20 August: St Cecilia’s School 59 Seaview St Balgowlah
Thursday 22 August: St Rose School 8 Rose Ave Collaroy Plateau
Friday 23 August: St Kieran’s School 63 Gordon St Manly Vale
Thursday 29 August: St Mary’s School Manly & St John the Baptist School Freshwater, 7 Johnson St Freshwater
For further information please contact Janette Davidson at janette.davidson@dbb.org.au
or Virginia Ryan at virginia.ryan@dbb.catholic.edu.au
To RSVP please contact Sue Labutis at sue.labutis@dbb.org.au or Ph: 9847 0304
Understanding the Hebrew Scriptures: Jewish - Christian Conversations
The Ten Commandments: Why Only Ten?
Date: Wednesday 28 August 2013
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Caroline Chisholm Centre, Building 2, 423 Pennant Hills Road, Pennant Hills 2120
RSVP: Monday 26 August 2013
Phone: 9847 0448 or 4332 9825
Email: registrations@dbb.org.au
As part of the Jewish-Christian Adult Education Series, these conversations will help Christians appreciate
the way the Jewish people read their Hebrew Scriptures, their insights and methodology, and in this way
enable a better understanding of Jewish and Christian traditions. Sponsored by the Diocesan Commission for
Interfaith Relations, the series is presented by Rabbi Gad Krebs of Kehillat Masada Synagogue, St Ives, and Dr
Antoinette Collins, Lecturer in Biblical Studies at the Broken Bay Institute & University of Newcastle.
Enquiries: Sr Trish Madigan, OP trish.madigan@dbb.org.au 9847 0428
Integrity in the Service of the Church
Church Workers along with clergy and religious, contribute to the mission of the Church. Whether you are an
employee or volunteer you are invited to attend a workshop that outlines the principles and standards for lay workers
in the service of the Catholic Church in Australia. Come along and be informed about the contents and implications
of the document ‘Integrity in the Service of the Church’ and how this document can best support your efforts.
Date: Sunday 13 October 2013
Time: 2pm-4pm
Location: Our Lady of the Rosary Parish Centre, 239-243 The Entrance Rd, The Entrance
Date: Thursday 17 October 2013
Time: 7pm-9pm
Location: Caroline Chisholm Centre, 423 Pennant Hills Rd, Pennant Hills
RSVP: Friday 11 October 2013
Phone: 9847 0448 or 4332 9825
Email: registrations@dbb.org.au
Praise and Worship Night