In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus uses the occasion of a meal – where many important guests are invited to dine – to speak about humility. The host is a leading […]

The seven sacraments include Baptism, Confirmation, the Eucharist, also known as Communion, Reconciliation (or Penance), the Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders and Matrimony. Sacraments are sacred rituals of the Church through which God is present. In the Sacraments, words, actions and symbols are used to communicate God’s presence and action.
We offer programs for infants and families, school-aged children and youth, and couples and adults to prepare for the celebration of the Sacraments. Some Sacraments are received just once in a lifetime, while other Sacraments are celebrated in our parish communities daily.
Parishioners involved in the Ministry of Communion to the Sick will meet to reflect on their own experiences and practices in ministry. Professor Margaret O’Connor AM will provide the session’s […]
The Friendship Group meet for morning tea and cards on the first and third Fridays of each month after 9.15 am Mass in the Gathering Space. New friends are always welcome. […]
The Men’s Breakfast Group come together on the first Saturday of the month to share breakfast together and talk about anything from football to religion to politics. Any men interested […]
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In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus uses the occasion of a meal – where many important guests are invited to dine – to speak about humility. The host is a leading […]
Last Sunday, 24 August 2025, the Annual General Meeting for 2024 was held in the Gathering Space at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church. Around 30 parishioners attended, and we […]
Kangaroo Island Australia, 2024, 115 minutes, Colour. Starring: Rebecca Breeds, Adelaide Clemens, Erik Thomson, Joel Jackson, Julie Wood, Louis Henbest, Nicholas Hope, Sally Gifford, Glenda Linscott. Directed by Timothy […]
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