AN INITIATIVE WORTH PRAISING: Organising a youth night can bring together young individuals for a memorable and engaging experience.
A beautiful and uplifting announcement has come from the Croatian Catholic Centre of St Leopold Bogdan Mandić in Sunshine: on Friday, 27 June at 7:00 PM, a Youth Night will be held. This is a gathering of young people centred around faith, community, and the Church.
The evening will begin with a Holy Mass celebrated in both Croatian and English. It will then be followed by a casual get-together in the parish hall with light refreshments. All young people aged between 18 and 35 are warmly invited to attend. The Centre shared on their Facebook page: “Bring your siblings, cousins and friends along!” https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064413147118
Young Hearts, Strong Faith: A Night of Prayer and Community
This initiative comes at a significant time for the parish, which has recently welcomed a new priest, Don Dino Mustafi. His arrival brings fresh energy and renewed spirit. His commitment to supporting the younger generation sends a powerful message about the importance of young people in the life of the Church.
At a time when many young people face numerous challenges and often lack meaningful connection, events like these provide a vital space. These spaces offer spiritual growth, friendship and a deeper sense of purpose. The Church, after all, is not only a place of prayer – it is a community, a home where people are encouraged, supported and uplifted.
Strengthening ties between youth and the parish through meaningful gatherings
It is important to highlight the value of such initiatives – not only for revitalising parish life, but for giving young people a voice. They also offer a meaningful role within the Church. The Croatian Catholic Centre in Sunshine is once again showing that young people are not just the future – they are an essential part of the Church today.
Event Address:
Croatian Catholic Centre of St Leopold Bogdan Mandić
22 Fitzgerald Rd, Sunshine West
Time:
Friday, 27 June at 7:00 PM
All are welcome – come and be part of something meaningful. Let faith, community and joy be your strength!
Listen to one of the episodes of “Radost mladosti”. It is a spiritual reflection featuring a brief examination of conscience, led by Fr Dino Mustafi: https://youtu.be/Ifxjp5j-fNg?si=RSdk-8OYD0brWBEq