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Page 12 – www.sandpiper.org.au News December 2011 The ‘Joy’ of Harrietville By Mary Pianta Sacred Heart Cathedral parish It was a full house at Harrietville on the weekend of November 19-20 when primary school families who have a child with a disability came together at Feathertop Chalet for a weekend of fun. Several new families attended this year who, while a little nervous at the beginning of the weekend, were all asking, “How can we ensure that we will be invited back next year?”. Raelene Peel who, with her family from Mystic Park, had been a regular camper over the years, wrote a poem that sums up the weekend and the many options available to families during their stay. A big thank you to the CEO Sandhurst staff, the managers of Feathertop Chalet and the wonderful volunteers. The Joy of Harrietville Family Weekends By Raelene Peel Excitement is running high, For the Harrietville Family Weekend is nigh. Board the bus, pack the car, Travelling from near and far. Lots of fun and activities galore, Cannot wait to get out the door, No goodbye Mum, goodbye Dad, The kids are gone, don’t be sad. Lots of things all craft and arty, Biscuits decorated for a tea party. Fun with Lego, building high, Up, up, up, reaching for the sky. Gliding through the air, Higher, higher is the dare, Amid the wild cheering The rope swing, it is zinging, Some may turn up their snout, But most love to catch a trout, Take it home for your dinner, In the pan, let it simmer. Walking Bon Accord Track, Time for laughter and a yak, Challenged on the high ropes, Sharing future dreams and hopes. In the mountains, fair and bright, Take some time, enjoy respite, For parents, no need to worry, Or the daily rush and hurry. Plenty of relaxation to be had at Feathertop D uring the past 12 months, Feathertop Chalet has hosted a vast range of families, special interest, conference, school groups and Looking for a individuals. We have also been fortunate to be able to welcome many of those families severely impacted upon by the January GETAWAY floods, and others in need of some respite ? support. In Then fact, the mission of Feathertop Chalet ensures that those recognised as ‘in need’ have the chance to receive is support, the through perfect free or heavily venue subsidised holidays. Although Feathertop for Chalet you operates as a separate company, responsible for ensuring income exceeds expenditure, the main • Lodge purpose style since accommodation, the time of initial purchase has been to with support ensuite the people in every of the room. Catholic Diocese of Sandhurst. • Offer Dinner, Bed & Breakfast It is wonderful to see so many Sandhurst bodies, such as the Catholic Education packages Office, Chancery for individual and many families facilities, and groups. therefore allowing us to of the schools using these continue to expand • the Self work catering we undertake option for available. the people of Sandhurst. Last month the Chalet • Perfect was the venue for families, the Sandhurst Diocese Family Camp. reunions, recreational The camp, which is interest co-ordinated groups, through functions the Catholic & Education Office, is booked conferences. out each year with families of children with a disability. • Calming setting nestled on the banks of the Ovens River. Stories and experiences we share, With others who understand and care, Amid the laughter and the tears, We voice our hopes and our fears. For breakfast, cereal and toast, Saturday night a yummy roast, Morning tea, scones, jam and cream, Thanks Kevin, Trish and the team. Harrietville Idol Saturday night, Step up, into the spotlight, Singing, dancing and musical entertainment, Cheering, laughter and enjoyment. Sunday Mass, time to rejoice, Singing sweetly, add your voice. With thanksgiving and praise, The perfect way to end our days. Over the years we watch them grow, Upon the screen, Sunday’s slideshow Parents proud and elated, All abilities are celebrated. Coming back from year to year, Offering their time to volunteer With patience, grace and poise, Giving the children unlimited joys. Without the staff from the CEO, It wouldn’t happen, this we know, Thank you for your wisdom and inspiration, We salute your tireless dedication. As it all comes to an end, Wishes for safe travelling we send, As we depart Chalet Feathertop, One last stop, the ice cream shop. A venue for all seasons Those attending the camp rave of the impact it has, not only for the child with the disability, but the entire family, as they develop support networks and lasting friendships. Volunteers Facilities who help with include: the weekends have been doing so for up to 21 years. • Indoor Heated Swimming Pool As we approach the holiday season, consider a break at Feathertop • Tennis Chalet. Courts School holidays are traditionally the quieter periods throughout the year, so your family has • Conference Centre more access to the excellent facilities on-site. The indoor • Dining heated Room pool, sports & Bar hall, two flood-lit tennis courts, table tennis and mini golf all present the challenge for parents • to On-site show ‘they’ve Ski Hire still Outlet got it’. Sometimes • ½ it court is just Basketball enjoyable to Court relax by the Ovens River, which borders the property. Your holiday • Indoor can involve Games as Hall many or as few activities as you choose. • Barbeque/Picnic It is that easy. Area • Mini Golf Looking for a Mention this ad for a 10% is the perfect discount venueif you for book you during school holidays! GETAWAY ? Then Feathertop Chalet 10% off! A venue for all seasons • Lodge style accommodation, Facilities include: with ensuite in every room. • Indoor Heated Swimming Pool • Offer Dinner, Bed & Breakfast • Tennis Courts packages Management for individual families and valued groups. guests a most enjoyable Christmas • Conference and Centre 2012. We and staff at Feathertop Chalet wish our • Self catering thank you option for available. choosing the Chalet • as Dining your Room destination, & Bar and look forward to welcoming you back • Perfect venue for families, • On-site in the Ski future. Hire Outlet reunions, Your recreational choice to utilise the facilities • ½ court at Feathertop Basketball Chalet Court interest makes groups, a positive functions difference & to the lives of so many people. • Indoor Games Hall conferences. Happy Christmas. • Barbeque/Picnic Area • Calming setting nestled on the banks of the Ovens River. • Mini Golf Feathertop Chalet Harrietville Website: www.feathertopchalet.com.au Phone: 03 5759 2688 - Fax: 03 5759 2690 Email: reservations.feathertop@westnet.com.au Address: 22 Bon Accord Track, Harrietville 3741
December 2011 Around the Diocese www.sandpiper.org.au – Page 13 Nine children and two adults celebrated the sacraments of Confirmation and First Holy Communion at Saint Mary's Parish, Heathcote, on Sunday, October 16. Pictured are Charmaine Byrne, Father Joe Taylor, Samantha Stevens, Lexy Motton, Max Motton, Chloe Byrne, Kate Bottom, Tiffany Huston, Zachary Harris, Leah Dughetti, and Isabella Jovanov. Timothy Mc Nutt celebrated his sacraments at Knowsley. Colbinabbin (part of St Mary's Parish, Rushworth) continues with its regular 5th Sunday of the month ecumenical service. Rev David Willsher (Anglican), Rev Charity Majiza (Uniting Church), Pam Hassell (Anglican parishioner) and Fr Owen Doyle (PP St Mary's Parish, Rushworth). The congregation was sad to hear that Rev David will be moving to Kyabram parish after Christmas. His homilies always demand a response - no chance of dozing off! On Sunday, November 6, the parish of St Joseph's Beechworth held its annual Celtic Mass. Children from the Parish carried up flags to represent Scotland, Ireland and Wales. A Scottish Piper played for us and Irish Dancers from the Geraldine Ryan School of Dance danced for us. It was great to celebrate our Celtic heritage! Siobhan McMahon and Lilly Gracie with flags, and Sean McMahon, Isabella Humphreys, Teresa Gracie, Chloey Shallue seated. St Mary’s Parish, Myrtleford, held an outdoor Mass at the Myrtleford Lawn Cemetery in November to pray for the dead. It’s the fourth year the community has held the outdoor Mass. Fr Peter Taylor celebrated the Mass, with many parishioners and choir. ST COLUMBANS MISSION SOCIETY Columban Christmas for all 2011 Christmas Appeal As Christmas approaches our thoughts turn to the Madonna and Child. This mother and child are poor rural people who have moved to Shanghai. As migrants they have few rights and limited access to education and social services. The mother and child represent many who have been helped over the years by the generosity of Columban supporters. Columbans work in 15 countries in an effort to bring equality and justice for all. We invite you to be part of this mission by supporting St Columbans Mission Society. ST COLUMBANS MISSION SOCIETY NAME ADDRESS SUBURB P/CODE Donations non tax deductible Please accept my VISA MASTERCARD Online Donations: www.columban.org.au Donation $ The Far East Subscription ($10 per year) $ Total $ Please accept my: 2011 Christmas Appeal Credit Card (Fill in details below) Money Order Cheque SAND/Dec2011 St Mary of the Angels Secondary College, Nathalia, students Tim Flannigan, Nic Potter (Cobram), Crystal Johnson (Cobram), Gavin Cobbledick andBryce Stevens (Barooga). NAME ON CARD (PLEASE PRINT) EXPIRY DATE / SIGNATURE Send to: Fr Gary Walker • St Columbans Mission Society, PO Box 752, Niddrie Vic. 3042 Phone: (03) 9375 9475 Fax: (03) 9379 6040 Email: info@columban.org.au A.B.N. 17 686 524 625
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