TESTIMONIALS

Holy Cross

Elizabeth

Activities

Regular services are held every Sunday at 8:00am (English Language Said Eucharist), 10:00am (English Language Sung Eucharist) and 2:00pm (Dinka Language Sung Eucharist) and throughout the week as listed under Our Weekly Gatherings on our home page.

Other events in our calendar will appear below. Everyone is welcome to join us at any of the events listed. If you are holding an event that may be of interest to the Holy Cross community please contact us now.

24

Annual Vestry Meeting

Vestry will be meeting for the Parish Annual General Meeting to; review the past year, elect new Parish Wardens, Parish Councillors and other Parish leadership roles, and consult on plans for 2019 and beyond. Vestry is open to all members of the Parish.

Feb
24

Parish Council

The newly elected Parish Council will meet for the first time in 2019 to discuss Parish business.

Feb
05

Shrove Tuesday

Gathering at the Parish Rectory (13 Ashley St, Elizabeth North) at 6:00pm for a shared BBQ and pancakes as we prepare for the season of Lent.

Mar
06

Ash Wednesday

Marking the beginning of Lent, we welcome student from St Columba College and all comers to our Ash Wednesday service commencing at 9:00am.

Mar
07

Lenten Study

Commencing March 7th and continuing throughout Lent, study groups will meet at 7:00pm Thursday evenings (various locations) and 10:00am Friday mornings (Holy Cross) exploring the theme of "Jesus at the Table". Please contact the Parish for Thursday evening locations details.

Mar
18

Maundy Thursday

Pass over and Last Supper Remembrance meal with Tenebrae service.

Apr
19

Good Friday Service

Reflections on the cross: a service of dramatic readings, reflections and re-commitment. 9:00am at Holy Cross.

Apr
21

Easter Day

Sunrise service with Holy Communion at Holy Cross at 6:30am, followed by the regular weekly communion services and a community feast (lamb spit roast).

Apr

BAPTISM

If you are ready to receive new life in God through Baptism, or to make promises on behalf of a child, Holy Cross welcomes you to celebrate your new life with us. To start your journey to Baptism, contact us today.
PRAYER

We believe in the healing and comforting power of prayer. If you have anyone you would like us to pray for, or you would like us to pray for you, please contact us now, so we can have our Prayer team intercede with God for you.
SERVICE

Worship is central to our parish life. We offer a wide range of worships styles and opportunities. We would love you to join us. See our Home page for service times.
FELLOWSHIP

Fellowship with each other is one of life's great treasures. You are welcome to join one of our fellowship groups or regular services, we'd love to see you there.
COMMUNITY

Working with, working for and joining with our local community is one of our core values. Our Parish facilities are available for hire to community groups and for community gatherings. Please contact us to find out more.
COMMUNION

Baptised christians from all denominations are most welcome to receive Holy Communion at Holy Cross.
CHILDREN

Holy Cross welcomes children of all ages providing play equipment in securely fenced grounds. Sunday School takes place in our worship space, while worhip is underway allowing children to be a part of the wider congregation and allowing parents to join in worship.
LEARNING

Holy Cross offers many opportunites to learn about our faith and about each other. Join us to share and explore scripture in our regular services, join one of our fellowship groups, or join one of our Lenten study groups. Contact us to find out more.