LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2021-02-12 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia

Acceptance Zoom Connect Group
2021-03-27 09:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Victoria
What: A space for LGBTQI+ people of faith, and those searching for faith, to connect with one another and encourage each other in their spiritual journey. You are welcome whether you wish to remain invisible and listen, or participate wholeheartedly in the sharing opportunities.

Who: Contact Alys on 0400896542 for Zoom details, together with safeguarding guidelines for this group.

When: Monthly, Saturdays from 9am-10am, with the opportunity to remain on the call for a relaxed chat with others until 11 if you wish.

Upcoming dates for 2021: 27th March, 24th April. 29th May, 19thJune, 31st July, 28th August, 25th September, 23rd October, 20th November, 18th December

Easter Autumn Walk and Coffee
2021-04-04 14:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Studley Park Boathouse, Boathouse Rd,, Kew, Victoria, 3101, Australia
What: Are you at a loose end on Easter weekend and need some connection? Join us for a gentle autumn walk along the Yarra and then coffee and cake at the Boathouse
Who: Contact Alys on 0400896542 for details. LGBTQI+ people of faith, together with family and friends are all welcome.
When: Easter Sunday, 2-5pm
Where: Meet at Studley Park Boathouse, Boathouse Rd, Kew, Victoria
Wet weather plan: We’ll ditch the walk and drink coffee instead :)

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2021-04-09 20:00 - 20:45 (Australia/Sydney) | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia
This is a safe space for Catholics who identify as LGBTIQA+ to practice their faith through the celebration of the Eucharist. Family, friends and all allies welcome. Masks are recommended inside the church. Filling in the sign-in sheet and washing your hands with a hand sanitiser is required before entry. There is no tea/coffee after Mass to comply with COVID-19 Victorian Government guidelines, we will keep you updated until further notice.
Let’s grab a bite to eat together before Mass! Please let us know before Tuesday (06/04/21) if you are coming to book the table numbers.
Location: Soda Rock Diner
10/500 Chapel Street, South Yarra
Time: 6.30 PM

Acceptance Zoom Connect Group
2021-04-24 09:00 - 10:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Zoom
What: A space for LGBTQI+ people of faith, and those searching for faith, to connect with one another and encourage each other in their spiritual journey. All welcome, whether you come from Melbourne, interstate or further afield :)

Structure: Time for individuals to identify and share a little about themselves if they wish; reflection and sharing upon sacred Scripture or other spiritual text; and a concluding time of prayer. The room then stays open for people to chat and connect if they wish.

It is totally okay to remain invisible and listen if you prefer, or participate wholeheartedly in the sharing opportunities.

When: Saturday 24th April 9am-10am

Zoom meeting login details for this month:

Clink on link below, or enter meeting ID and passcode via Zoom website.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87320013171?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 873 2001 3171
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Midsumma Pride March
2021-05-23 10:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Sydney) | St Kilda, St Kilda, Melbourne, Victoria, 3182, Australia
Celebrate your faith and identity with us at the 2021 Midsumma Pride March! All are welcome – from all faiths, spirituality, cultural background, family and friends! Be a part of the history of Melbourne!
Meet us at the Ian Johnson Oval at 10:15 AM.
Only ticketed participants are able to join, please let us know if you are interested so we can send you the link to get your ticket. The Ian Johnson Oval marshalling area will be entirely fenced, and only ticket holders will be able to gain access to the march and the post-pride celebrations at Catani Gardens.
Public transport:
– Route 12 trams to stop 143: Fitzroy Street/ Park Street.
– Route 96 trams to stop 132: St Kilda Station.
– Any St Kilda Road tram to St Kilda Junction.
We recommend travelling by public transport as there is limited street parking nearby and many road closures.
For more information please contact Ken on 0424 418 199, message us on Facebook or email us (melbourneacceptance@gmail.com)

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2021-06-11 20:00 - 21:00, 2021-08-13 20:00 - 21:00, 2021-09-10 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Zoom
This is a safe space for Catholics who identify as LGBTIQA+ to practice their faith through the celebration of the Eucharist. Family, friends and all allies welcome.
Please message us on email us at melbourneacceptance@gmail.com for the Zoom Link.

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass & Annual General Meeting
2021-07-09 20:00 - 22:00 (Australia/Sydney) | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia
This is a safe space for Catholics who identify as LGBTIQA+ to practice their faith through the celebration of the Eucharist. Family, friends and all allies welcome.

he AGM is held after Mass in the Meeting Room. This is a time to discuss challenges faced in the last year and work together to determine Acceptance’s direction in the coming year. Membership forms are now open and free! Link here: https://forms.gle/Uh1P3rGdFM4NzbcP8

Sunday Lunch at The Cornish Arms
2021-07-11 14:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Sydney) | The Cornish Arms Hotel, 163A Sydney Rd, Brunswick, Victoria, 3056, Australia
Join Acceptance Melbourne in our celebration of being able to connect once again and also to reflect on the past year and share a toast at the Cornish Arms in Brunswick which is an all-inclusive LGBTQI+ restaurant space. *Non-Vegan and Vegan options available.

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2021-10-08 20:00 - 21:00, 2021-11-12 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Zoom

Asia Pacific Regional Mindfulness Reflection
2021-10-09 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Victoria
Join us for a reflective 45 minutes with music, scripture reflection and 15 minutes silent time
ALL Welcome – LGBTIQA+ and allies
Saturday October 9; Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne AEDT: 8pm. Brisbane 7pm; Perth, Manila, Singapore: 5pm. Mumbai 2.30pm. Hanoi 4pm. Aukland 10pm. London10am. New York 5am. Rio De Janiero 6am.
https://zoom.uts.edu.au/j/84190236866
Meeting ID: 841 9023 6866
Sponsored by Rainbow Catholics InterAgency for Ministry and Asia Pacific Rainbow Catholics Network. Enquiries: petermaher@hotmail.com

This session will allow the light of faith to lead us to see the reality of the LGBTQ as members of the Body of Christ in the spirit of dialogue and inclusion. We aim to reflect and discuss on the teachings of the Catholic Church, its lights and shadows, blessings and blocks to embracing the dignity of the LGBTQ as full members of the Body of Christ with respect, compassion, and sensitivity.
We aim to provide a safe space for ALL- LGBTQ, their families, co-workers, and friends – of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions to share experiences and stories of pain, suffering, discrimination, confusion, exclusion, fears, hopes, and visions.
We hope to listen, honour, affirm and celebrate our shared experiences inspiring ALL to move towards more open, accepting, and inclusive communities of faith.

The Future of Catholicism in Australia
2021-11-18 19:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Victoria
Third in a series of talks organised by the Australian Catholic Coalition for Church Reform
Convocation 3. 7.30 pm (AEDT) 18 November
Register free at:
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Our Church is at a crisis point, no longer adequately inspiring our people. We Catholics desire a ‘grown-up’ Church and recognise that the necessary reform requires major cultural change. All of us have a right and a responsibility to be engaged in this renewal. Relevant, constructive, and concrete proposals and actions are needed now more than ever to shape our Church for the task of proclaiming the vision and mission of Jesus in the 21st century.
We are concerned that the agenda questions for the Plenary Council do not encourage serious examination of the deep-seated issues underlying the numerous challenges facing thinking Catholics. We do not endorse the Agenda as it is and request that it be replaced. We urge those Members of the Plenary Council who have a similar view on the inadequacy of the current PC Agenda, to express that view prior to, or at the outset of the first session, in the strongest possible terms.
The Plenary Council has the potential to be a catalyst, a fulcrum on which an emerging Church can pivot towards the future. It could be a significant step towards a recovered vision of God’s revelation in Jesus and the Spirit within faith communities and in transforming our world and creation.
We call on Plenary Council members to respond to Pope Francis’ hopes for a new era of synodality and accountability where we all walk humbly together. It will require uncommon courage and a commitment to changes in how we do and are church. For this to happen, we must be open to radical conversion, reform, and renewal. Let us journey in the Spirit!

Sounds of Christmas from Asia Pacific
2021-11-26 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Victoria
Join us to support the album launch of Sydney’s first multilingual and intercultural Chrismas song album to showcase the diverse and brilliant talents throughout the communities in Sydney.
Proceeds from the album will go to supporting Mudgin-Gla, a women-led Aboriginal organisation that provides shelter for women seeking refuge from family violence. For more information on the project or artists involved, please click on the link here.

Sunday Lunch
2021-11-28 12:30 - 15:30 (Australia/Sydney) | The Cornish Arms Hotel, 163A Sydney Rd, Brunswick, Victoria, 3056, Australia

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2021-12-10 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia
We’re grateful to announce we can celebrate Mass at St. Joseph’s Parish. This is a safe space for Catholics who identify as LGBTIQA+ to practice their faith through the celebration of the Eucharist. Family, friends and all allies welcome.
To keep our members safe during Mass, you will be asked to give evidence of your vaccination status, fill in the sign-in sheet manually or through the QR Code, and wash your hands with the hand sanitiser before entry.

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2022-01-14 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia
This is a safe space for Catholics who identify as LGBTIQA+ to practice their faith through the celebration of the Eucharist. Family, friends and all allies welcome.
To keep our members safe during Mass, you will be asked to wear a face mask, fill in the sign-in sheet manually or through the QR Code, and wash your hands with the hand sanitiser before entry.

Midsumma Pride March 2022
2022-02-06 10:00 - 13:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Ian Johnson Oval, Ian Johnson Oval, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182, Australia
Come and join our Acceptance Melbourne float in the Midsumma Pride Parade.
Acceptance Melbourne marches every year and this year will be no different!
Spread awareness that one can be queer and Catholic. Our very existence in this parade as ‘out’ queer people and allies and – perhaps even more challenging – ‘out’ Catholics is a challenge to most of societies preconceptions in 2022.

World Pride Sydney 2023
2023-03-05 | Victoria
Come and join the national Acceptance float in the World Pride Parade, march across the Sydney Harbour Bridge. We still have a few places spare so email us for a spot!!
Spread awareness that one can be queer and Catholic. Our very existence in this parade as ‘out’ queer people and allies and – perhaps even more challenging – ‘out’ Catholics is a challenge to most of societies preconceptions in 2022.

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2023-03-10 20:00 - 21:00, 2023-04-14 20:00 - 21:00, 2023-05-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-09 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia
This is a safe space for Catholics who identify as LGBTIQA+ to practice their faith through the celebration of the Eucharist. Family, friends and all allies welcome. Contact us to join for a bite before, and all are welcome for a cuppa afterwards (no RSVP needed for this).

LGBTQIA+ Affirming Mass
2024-01-12 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia
Join us for our monthly affirming Mass at St Joseph’s Church South Yarra. Refreshments and chance to catch up afterwards. Pre Mass dinner at Rock Pho if you want to. Church is close to South Yarra station and Torah Rd and Chapel St trams. Family, friends and allies welcome!

Melbourne Pride March
2024-02-04 11:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Ian Johnson Oval, Ian Johnson Oval, St Kilda, Victoria, 3182, Australia
Join us as Acceptance proudly marches in the Melbourne Pride March. Friends, family and allies welcome. Safe, friendly and fun. Email us to let us know you will be joining us. melbourneacceptance@gmail.com

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass for Midsumma
2024-02-09 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia

Monthly Affirming Mass
2024-03-08 20:00 - 21:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia

Honouring our past, dreaming our future - celebrating our 50th anniversary
2024-03-16 14:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Pride Centre St Kilda, 79-81 Fitzroy Street St Kilda, Melbourne
Join us at the Pride Centre on Saturday afternoon 16 March to celebrate our 50th Anniversary. We will have a panel session, some surprises, some memorabilia and of course an anniversary cake to finish!
