Acceptance Melbourne

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2021-08-13 20:00 - 21:00, 2021-06-11 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.

Sunday Lunch at The Cornish Arms
2021-07-11 14:00 - 16:00 | 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 & Annual General Meeting
2021-07-09 20:00 - 22:00 | 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

Midsumma Pride March
2021-05-23 10:00 - 13:00 | 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)

Acceptance Zoom Connect Group
2021-04-24 09:00 - 10:00 | 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]

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2021-04-09 20:00 - 20:45 | 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

Easter Autumn Walk and Coffee
2021-04-04 14:00 - 17:00 | 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 :)

Acceptance Zoom Connect Group
2021-03-27 09:00 - 10:00 | 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

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

LGBTIQA+ Affirming Mass
2021-01-08 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-12-04 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-11-13 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-10-09 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-09-11 20:00 - 21:00 | Victoria

Christmas Lunch
2020-12-13 13:30 - 15:00 | Giorgio’s Restaurant

Virtual Trivia Night
2020-11-26 20:00 - 21:00 | Victoria

Movie Night
2020-10-22 20:00 - 21:30 | Victoria
Title: For the Bible Tells Me So (2007)
Duration: 1 hour and 38 minutes
Theme: Documentary

Movie Night
2020-09-18 20:00 - 21:30 | Victoria
Title: Black Mirror San Junipero (Netflix, 2016).
Duration: 1 hour 1 minute
Rating: MA15+

Virtual Trivia Night
2020-08-27 20:00 - 21:00 | Victoria
Bring your best game on and come together for a night of competitive fun!
Please email us at admin@melbourneacceptance.com.au for the Zoom meeting details.

Memorial Mass
2020-08-14 20:00 - 21:00 | Victoria
Please contact us for the Zoom meeting link!

Annual General Meeting (AGM)
2020-07-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Victoria

Acceptance Mass
2020-06-19 20:00 - 21:00 | Victoria

Acceptance Mass
2020-02-21 20:00 - 21:00 | St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, 3141, Australia
Let’s grab a bite to eat together before Mass, at the

Location: Jam Factory Food Court
500 Chapel Street, South Yarra 3141
Time: 6.30 PM
Mass details:
Location: St Joseph’s Church, 52 Fitzgerald Street, South Yarra (Corner Fitzgerald St and Rocky Lane)
Mass will be followed by tea and coffee in the St Joseph Parish library (upstairs)
Mass Time: 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM (tea/coffee at 8:45 PM)

Midsumma Pride March
2020-02-02 11:00 - 16:00 | St Kilda, St Kilda, Melbourne, Victoria, 3182, Australia
Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Pride March!

Christmas Dinner
2019-12-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Ms Sue, 100 Hopkins St, Footscray, Victoria, 3011, Australia
To celebrate another amazing year, Acceptance Melbourne’s Christmas party/end of year event will be held at:
Ms Sue
100 Hopkins St
Footscray
VIC 3011
Please RSVP so we can book a table!
