The Archdiocese of Brisbane holds that children, young people and vulnerable adults are a gift from God with an intrinsic right to dignity of life, respect and security from physical and emotional harm.
They are to be treasured, nurtured and safeguarded by all. This policy applies to Clergy, Religious, Staff, Parishioners, Volunteers, students on placement and Visitors to our sites.
The following link has more information including Policy documents and a message from Archbishop Mark Coleridge- https://brisbanecatholic.org.au/support/safeguard/
For safeguarding inquiries or to raise any concerns, disclosures or allegations please contact our Local Safeguarding Representatives: Bob Snoke on 0419 247 698
STOPline Service Ph:1300 304 550 Email: AOB@stopline.com.au Website: www.bnecatholic.stoplinereport.com
Mass Times
5pm Saturday Vigil Mass
7am Sunday
9am Sunday
9am Mass Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri (Holy Hour on Fri)
Pease see Mass & Liturgy Times for detailed Info
(including our Bay Islands Mass Info)
Parish Priest and Staff
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Parish Priest: Fr Jose Panampuzha CMI
- Parish Secretary: Angela Dodd
- Safeguarding Administrator: Angela Dodd
- Finance Secretary: Beverley Van Schie
- Sacramental: Jennifer Fielding
- Safeguarding Representative: Bob Snoke and Helen Dowling
Parish Details
37-39 Benfer Rd, Victoria Point QLD 4165
PO Box 5285 Victoria Point QLD 4165
Telephone: (07) 3207-9177
Email:
LOCATED BEHIND THE TOWNHOUSED NEXT TO
ST RITA'S PRIMARY SCHOOL
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday 9:00am – 2:00pm
PRIEST DAY OFF - TUESDAY
St Rita's Catholic Parish
Latest News and Events
St Ritas Mens Group Annual Australia Day BBQ
St Rita's Mens's Group
Annual Australia Day BBQ
Under the Presbytery Trees
11:30am
Monday 27th January 2025
BRING YOUR FOOD, DRINK AND A CHAIR
Have A Chat Club Jan 2025
Have A Chat Club
11:30am
Thursday 30th January 2025
Sharks Sporting Club, Victoria Point
Christian Meditation Group
Christian Meditation Group
4pm
Thursdays
St Rita's Chapel
St Rita's Men's Social Group Sundowner & Wrap Up 2024
St Rita’s Men’s Social group had their yearly Sundowner at Thompson’s beach on 19 December – a great turnup although strong cold winds
(but no rain).
The activities during 2024 included the Australia Day BBQ under the presbytery trees, a visit to the Wynnum Ambulance museum and the Brisbane car museum, , a classic movie screening, a podcast on Queen Isabella of Castille, a tour of a recycling facility and the annual Sundowner.
2025 will commence on 27 January our traditional Australia Day BBQ under the presbytery trees – look forward to being with those who can attend.
St Rita's Mass Times 2025
Sunday Masses
7am Mass
9am Mass (including Children's Liturgy of the Word - CLOW)
Parish Secure Locked Box
If the Parish Office is unattended, please leave documents in out SECURE LOCKED BOX at the Front Door of the Parish Office.
Thank you
St Vincent de Paul Society
Meetings for St Vincent de Paul Conference Victoria Point held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the Month.
Held 7pm in the Ruby Room (of the St Rita's Parish Office Building)
ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN
WHY JOIN?
Volunteer at SVDP
- it is an incredibly rewarding and fulfilling experience
- we have a positive impact in our communities by assisting those in need
- we gain valuable skills teamwork, communicaiton and problem solving
- we meet new people, a great way to socialise and have fun while doing something good for others