One of the main goals of the Christ in You Pastoral Plan is Stewardship. We are called to work wholeheartedly for the Lord by doing works well for our families and communities by  seeing the talents in others, encouraging each other to exercise our personal gifts, and developing our resources for the wellbeing of our parish and wider community.

A major part of stewardship involves giving our time to the works of our parish so that we can flourish as a community of faith and service. Volunteering is a great way to share our gifts and talents, to get involved, to be part of a team, to meet others and give back to God and give back to our community.

Would you like to volunteer … ?

Choir
Would you like to join a choir? Whether you are a beginner or experienced there is a place for your beautiful voice!

Organ
Can you play the organ or piano? Would you like to assist in making liturgies beautiful through inspiring sacred music?

Lector
Lectors read the Word of God at Mass, would you like to go on our roster? We are happy to meet with you to discuss this and offer training or assistance.

Catechesis
Love to teach kids? Have a heart for the next generation? Our team shares the Gospel with kids in local public schools.Support and resources will be provided.

Visitations
Do you like visiting people? Home visitations bring healing and comfort to a wide range of people, from visiting the elderly to the bereaved this ministry can be extremely rewarding and a blessing to the housebound.

Building and Maintenance
Experienced in building, construction or maintenance? Do you come from a trade background? From time to time you might be able to assist in offering your skills and knowledge.

ODD JOBS
Are you a can-do person who likes showing love by getting things done? We've got plenty of works to do—please get in touch.

Grounds
Have a green thumb? We love to keep our gardens and grounds beautiful and safe. Come along and enjoy giving life to our parish surrounds and delight to our visitors and fellow parishioners.

The Lumen Christi Parish Pastoral Plan Committee comprises individuals from both our pastoral and finance councils, guided by our Facilitator Marie Smith. The members include: Vicky Davidson, Lisa de Paiva, and Kathy Uroda reporting to the Pastoral Council.

Contact:  Lumen Christi, Christ in You Pastoral Plan 
36 Harbour Street, Wollongong NSW 2500
E-Mail: lThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will.”

Reconciliation

Christmas Timetable 2025

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Christmas Eve, Wednesday 24th December

• St Brigid’s Church Gwynneville
  Mass 5.30pm
• St John Vianney Co-Cathedral
  Mass 6pm, Mass 8.15pm (Vietnamese)
• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Mass 7pm
  Carols 11pm 

Christmas Day, Thursday 25th December

• St John Vianney Co-Cathedral
  Mass 8.30am, Mass 10am (Italian), Mass 7.00pm (Vietnamese)
• St Brigid’s Church Gwynneville
  Mass 9am
• Mater Dolorosa
  Mass 10am
• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Mass 12am, 7am, 10.30am & 5pm
  
  

St Stephen, Friday 26th December

• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Mass 8am

St John, Apostle, Evangelist, Saturday 27th December

• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Reconciliation 11am - 12pm
• St Brigid’s Church Gwynneville
  Mass 5.30pm

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, Sunday 28th December

• St John Vianney Co-Cathedral
  Mass 8.30am, Mass 10am (Italian), Mass 4.30pm (Vietnamese)
• St Brigid’s Church Gwynneville
  Mass 9am
• Mater Dolorosa
  Mass 10am
• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Mass 7am, 10.30am & 5pm

5th day in the Octave of the Nativity of the Lord, Monday 29th December

• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Mass 7am

6th day in the Octave of the Nativity of the Lord, Tuesday 30th December

• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Mass 7am

7th day in the Octave of the Nativity of the Lord, Wednesday 31st December

• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Mass 7am, Reconciliation 11.30am & Mass 12.10pm

Mary Mother of God (New Year’s Day), Thursday 1st January 2026

• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Mass 9am

St Basil the Great & St Gregory Nazianzen, Friday 2nd January 2026

• St Francis Xavier Cathedral
  Mass 7am, Reconciliation 11.30am & Mass 12.10pm

Normal Liturgical Schedule Resumes 

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An invitation to all parents and children

27 January 2026

Dear Parents and Carers,

In partnership with St Brigid’s and Good Samaritan Parish Schools, we warmly invite all parents and students in our parish to participate in the Lumen Christi Parish Sacramental Program for 2026.

Receiving the Sacraments is a very blessed time in our journey of faith, by which baptised children can complete their journey into full membership of the Catholic Church. They are community events, which remind us of the role of the parish community in the development of our faith, hope, and love.

Our Catholic parish schools and parish community walk alongside you as parents in your vocation, supporting you to make known the light and love of God to your children.

Enrolments have now opened for Confirmation 2026 and will close on Friday 27th March 2026

Please read the following pages for further information about how to enrol your child into the Sacrament of Confirmation program for 2026.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Lumen Christi Sacramental Program in 2026 and sharing in this joyful and blessed time with your child, your family, and our parish.

Very Rev Bernard L Gordon VG
PARISH PRIEST

HOW DOES THE SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM WORK?

• Students seeking the Sacrament of Confirmation are invited to enrol in the Sacramental program through the Lumen Christi Parish Online Portal. Go to: lumenchristi.org.au/sacramental (Enrolments close on 27th March 2026).

• A compulsory information session is held at the commencement of the program for all parents. The school-led session is conducted by the Parish Priest, the School Principal, the Religious Education Coordinator and the Year 6 classroom teachers. The parish-led session is conducted by the Parish Priest, the Sacramental Coordinator and the Parish Catechists

• Candidates from the two Parish Schools (St Brigid’s Gwynneville and Good Samaritan Fairy Meadow) will complete their Sacramental program over a 5-week period during class Religious Education time.

• Candidates attending other schools within our Lumen Christi Parish will complete their Sacramental program by attending 4 sessions at St Francis Xavier Cathedral from 3:45- 4:45 pm.

• Parents participate in the sacramental preparation of their child through attendance at the parent information night, at the weekend Commitment Mass, at weekday/weekend parish Masses, by attending the Sacrament of Reconciliation, through targeted homework tasks, and opportunities to come into the learning space.

• Candidates from the parish schools will attend a retreat day.

• During the 5-week Sacramental program, the candidates from our two parish schools are invited to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. A schedule will be provided closer to the date

• The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated in the Parish Church attached to where your child attends school. Candidates from other schools in our Parish will receive the Sacrament at St Francis Xavier Cathedral.

  Further details:

• Students attending St Brigid’s Gwynneville contact the school on: (02) 4229 1969

• Students attending Good Samaritan Fairy Meadow contact the school on: (02) 4226 6577

• Students from other schools (outside Catholic Parish Primary Schools) contact the Sacramental Life Coordinator on: (02) 4211 0506.

IMPORTANT SACRAMENTAL DATES FOR CONFIRMATION 2026

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