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St
Francis' Choir gave its first performance in October 1845 at
the official opening of St Francis' Church - the first Catholic
church of the infant colony, and today, Melbourne's oldest building.
Since its beginning the choir has worked to present the finest
liturgical music of all styles and periods as part of the living
liturgy of the Church. It is regarded as one of the foremost
church choirs in Australia.
Director : Mr Tony Way
Telephone : 96394560
Webpage : http://www.vicnet.net.au/~sfchoir/
e-mail : stfmusic@blessedsacrament.com.au
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The
Julian Singers were founded in 1973 by the late Fr 'Chappy'
Rayson SSS, and was originally largely made up of religious
from various communities around Melbourne.
Director : Ms Beverley Phillips
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Musica
Camara was founded in 1990 by Sr Deirdre Browne IBVM. It is
made up of young music students and graduates from various musical
institutions.
Director : Ms Beverley Phillips
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Filipino Choir of St Francis' |
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The
Filipino Choir was founded in February 1992. It is composed
of Filipino men and women from all parts of Melbourne, and features
typical Filipino / English liturgical music.
Director : Romell Villegas
Telephone : 93611081
Chaplain : Fr Ed Wood SSS
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Kumali Coree & Kumali Soloists |
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Kumali
Coree was founded in 1974 by Sr Kathleen Boschetti MSC. The
Soloists comprise a small group from Kumali Coree.
Director : Sr Kathleen Boschetti MSC
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International Students' Music Group |
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This
group was formed in 2000 to provide music from the monthly Mass
for international students. It performs a variety of liturgical
music from Western and Asian cultures.
Chaplain : Fr Peter Collins SSS
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This
is a society of lay people (men and women) associated with the
Blessed Sacrament Congregation. Members pledge themselves to
a Eucharistic way of life centered on Christ in the Eucharist.
All prospective members attend a series of sessions of Eucharistic
catechesis and two retreats before they are eligible to request
admission. Temperory membership is for one year after which
full membership is possible.
Enquiries : Miss Barbara Shea or
Fr. Laurie Sullivan SSS
Telephone : 96632495
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Life
In The Eucharist (L.I.T.E) Seminars
This is a Parish-based adult education programme designed to
introduce a parish community to contemporary Eucharistic theology
and spirituality. The Seminar was developed by the Blessed Sacrament
Congregation to assist people to learn more about their role
as active participants in the Eucharist. The Seminar addresses
five specific themes with a focus on three essential elements
of Eucharistic spirituality. The Seminar is ideally presented
by a team of trained lay adults under the direction of a Blessed
Sacrament priest.
Further information :
Address : Fr Frank O'Dea SSS, 5/10 Bedford
Street, Box Hill VIC 3128
Telephone : (03) 9898 9294
Fax : (03) 9899 2064
Email : fod@blessedsacrament.com.au
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Traditionally
each parish has its own Altar Society to assist the priests
in the upkeep of the sanctuary and in the cleaning and presentation
of the church for worship. Members volunteer their time and
provide the funds for works such as the provision of new vestments,
liturgical books, texts for the people's use and song books,
altar linen and candles for the altar. They also provide and
arrange flowers for the services, as well as arranging rosters
for cleaning the church and sacristy.
St Francis' is not a parish church, therefore we very much depend
on the generous support of the wider community. We do not have
local people to volunteer for many of the tasks outlined above,
so we appreciate the financial support that allows the Blessed
Sacrament Community to continue to provide for the liturgical
needs and for the cleanliness of the church. The Altar Society
is our primary source of income that enables us to maintain
St Francis' at the highest level of cleanliness and presentation
for worship and prayer.
Membership in the Society is a minimum of $5.00 per annum, and
is open to all people. All members share in a Mass offered at
St Francis' each Thursday throughout the year, as well as in
the prayers offered for friends and benefactors by the Blessed
Sacrament Community. Deceased persons may also be enrolled.
Further information available on the Altar Society leaflet that
can be found in the church porch or by contacting the Blessed
Sacrament Community at St Francis'.
Contact : The Director, Altar Society, St. Francis' Church,
Phone : 96632495 , Email: enquiries@stfrancismelbourne.org
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Melbourne City Churches In Action (MCCIA) |
MCCIA
is an ecumenical group with representatives from sixteen churches
located in the City of Melbourne. We work together to develop
understanding and cooperation and to spread the message of Jesus
Christ in our City. A monthly newsletter is published and distributed
through all participating churches and the periodic general
meetings are open to all interested people. MCCIA supports a
wide range of activities (liturgical, cultural and spiritual)
as offered by member churches.
Further information :
http://www.vicnet.net.au/~mccia/
or contactmccia@hotmail.com
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Legion
of Mary
The
Legion of Mary is a lay Catholic organisation whose members
give service to the church, under ecclesiastical guidance, on
a voluntary basis. Uts twofold purpose is the spiritual development
of its members through prayer and apostolic work, and advancing
the reign of Christ through Our Lady. The Legion of Mary has
been in Melbourne for the last 70 years. There are two branches
(praesidia) of the Legion at St. Francis' Church. We visit people
in nursing and special accomodation homes and in hospitals and
carry-out a Rosary Crusade. Everyone is welcome to either one
of the meetings listed below.
"Mother of Christ" praesidium
meets every Tuesday at 6:30 pm.
Contact : Caroline on
94671085
"Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament"
praesidium meets every Thursday at 6:30 pm.
Contact : Dave on
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Servitium
Christi
This is a Secular Institute in the Catholic Church, open to
single lay women who seek to live their Catholic faith in association
with one another and according to a basic rule of life. The
Institute was founded in Holland in 1952 and given formal approval
by the Church in 1963 and is now established in the UK, Ireland,
USA, South America, Europe, Australia and Vietnam. It is directly
associated with the Blessed Sacrament Congregation worldwide
and centers its life and spirituality on the Eucharist. A program
of initial formation is provided and members make their commitment
by Vow to a life of Evangelical poverty, celibacy and obedience.
Enquiries: Miss Mary Williams or
Fr. Laurie Sullivian SSS
Telephone : 96632495 |
Liturgical
Lay Ministries
The Liturgical life at St. Francis' and
rich and varied. Our inclusive approach to liturgy welcomes
full lay participation in a variety of ministries. Training
sessions are provided for people to gain a deeper understanding
of Liturgical Ministries and the practice of them. The ministries
for which people are welcome to apply include : Server, Reader,
Minister of the Eucharist, Collector, Usher, Welcomer and Commentator.
Enquiries : Deacon John Pugh SSS
Telephone : 96632495
email :
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Volunteers
Opportunities for volunteer work do exist at St. Francis'. Such
people are welcome to join groups currently engaged in the 'Hospitality'
ministry in the Pastoral Center, the adult education in faith
program, and with others assisting with work to keep clean the
church environs (interior and exterior). The church sacristan
also welcomes assistance with a range of works.
Enquiries : Deacon John Pugh SSS
Telephone : 96632495
email : enquiries@stfrancismelbourne.org
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Bible
Study Group
For the liturgical seasons of Advent and Lent, Bible study groups
are organised with weekly sessions in the Pastoral Centre.
Enquiries : Fr. Peter Collins SSS
Telephone : 96632495
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Order
of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA)
St. Francis' Church welcomes enquiries and expressions of interests
from adults and young people interested in becoming members
of the Catholic Church. Preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation
is also provided. The OCIA program commences each year in March
and concludes in October.
Enquiries : Fr. Peter Collins SSS
Telephone : 96632495
email : enquiries@stfranicsmelbourne.org
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