Evangelism and Night Market 08

Our first session after coming back from Easter Camp was held in the Alan Gilbert Building, our first there as well. It was on the topic of 'Evangelism'. James Macdonald brought us into discussion on what Evangelism meant to us, and shared with us some of his experiences of doing God's work. We explored what loving all people meant, and how it was possible to love without even knowing that person. We analysed why we want to Evangelise, how it helps us, and how we think we should go about it. This session highlighted Evangelism as being part of our lives and our love for God, and reminded us of the importance of it.

Following that, we trooped down to Uni for dinner: Night Market! Stalls set up by the clubs and societies of Melbourne Uni sold food and drinks, and we had a ball of time looking out for our favourite cuisines. And how could COSDU not have a stall? The churros and chocolate dip we churned out sold out before half-time, thought the gado gado did not do as well. Nevertheless, we all enjoyed ourselves, especially those who helped out in setting up the stall, cooking and serving. Kudos to them for making our sales!

For pics, turn to Hobart's blog here.

Sessions Lineup 2008 Sem 1

Week 1
Date: 7 March 2008
Activity: Food & Games Day
Time: 6.30pm

Week 2
Date: 14 March 2008
Activity: Welcome Mass - Bishop Tim Costelloe & Fr. McKenna
Venue: St Carthage's (along Royal Parade)
Time: 6.30 pm

Week 3
Date: 20 March 2008
Activity: Maundy Thursday - Washing of the Feet
Venue: Chaplaincy
Time: 6.00pm

Easter Week - Easter Camp

Week 4
Date: 4 April 2008
Activity: Mass
Venue: St Carthage's (along Royal Parade)
Time: 6.30 pm

Week 5
Date: 11 April 2008
Activity: 'Evangelism' by James McDonald
Venue: Alan Gilbert Building
Time: 6.10pm

Week 6
Date: 18 April 2008
Activity: 'Sexuality' by Fr. Robin Konning
Venue: Chaplaincy
Time: 6.10pm

Week 7
Date: 2 May 2008
Activity: Mass
Venue: All Saints Parish (Fitzroy)
Time: 6.30 pm

Week 8
Date: 9 May 2008
Activity: Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Venue: Alan Gilbert Building
Time: 6.10pm

Week 9
Date: 16 May 2008
Activity: 'Our Blessed Virgin Mary' by Fr. Paul Newton
Venue: Chaplaincy
Time: 6.30pm

Week 10
Date: 23 May 2008
Activity: 'Social Justice' by Sr. Delma
Venue: Chaplaincy
Time: 6.10pm

Week 11
Date: 30 May 2008
Activity: Examination Mass
Venue: St Carthage's (along Royal Parade)
Time: 6.30 pm

Welcome Mass 2008

Welcome Mass

14 Mar 2008

6.30pm

St Carthage's

Bishop Tim Constelloe & Fr .Michael McKenna

Yes the Bishop is co-celebrating this Mass for us! So do be early and not let him wait. St Carthage's is along Royal Parade Rd up North, and for the benefit of those who are new, we'll have people waiting outside Sidney Myer at 6pm. Rsvp Nicole at cosdu.melbuni@gmail.com or at 0430454777, esp if you're gonna be late.

To all who have not filled out the registration forms (yes including us oldies), bring a membership fee of $5 for non-student union members or $2.50 for student union members, as well as $17 for a t-shirt if you want one!

Ooh and check out the links for World Youth Day and Easter Camp on the right.
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Food & Games Day

They say the greatest treasure anyone can will ever find is a friend .

In C.O.S.D.U. , we don't just stop there ; we offer family .

And if there is one other thing we know (besides our faith) , it's food . So in the spirit of kinship , we , all members (ancient and new) gathered on our usual Friday nights for a whole night of food & games . I say the photos above splattered with smiles speak volumes about the fun (and gastronomical satisfaction) involved - far better than i could ever express in words .

We even had time to squeeze in announcements about WYD and hype everyone up about the coming Easter Camp .

For those of you who missed out , don't fret - there'll be plenty more ahead . I guarantee it .

Orientation 2008

As usual , we enjoy head starting our year by organizing the re-gathering of members who are willing to subject themselves to the scrutiny of others whilst shamelessly advertising ourselves via semi-artistic projects on strategic locations around uni - all in the name of welcoming pilgrims searching for direction .

You've got to hand it to the chalk-ers ; we've got to come up with different ideas every semester .

Anyway , i believe that this is where C.O.S.D.U thanks all those who were involved in every effort , especially all those who stood under the sweltering sun for hours at our allocated table on Clubs & Societies Day(s) , trying to entice everyone to join us . Thank you to all those who supported the committee - returning or brand new members , because without any single one of you , it wouldn't have been such a success and so much fun in between .

Here's one for the future of C.O.S.D.U . Let the good times roll .

WYD 2008

World Youth Day will be held in Sydney from 15th to 20th July 2008.

Around 500,00 young people will converge in Sydney from all over the world, in what will be not only a great youth festival of arts, culture and faith, but will will also be the largest gathering of people ever seen in Australia. Catholics and believers of other faith gathering together and to celebrate the Mass with the Pope, it is WYD, it is YOUR day, I am sure you dont wanna miss this. Details as follows:-

TRAVEL TO WYD WITH COSDU !

We'll have a group travelling to World Youth Day by bus on the 14th of July morning reaching in the afternoon and returning on the 21st of July afternoon reaching Melbourne in the evening. ONLY 30 places on the bus, so hurry up! You have only secured a place on the bus once you settle the amount due in full which is AUD 220.00 . In the event of a disagreement caused by over than 30 registrations, my bank account statement will be used to determine whose transaction came in first thus qualifying that person for a sit on the bus. Money paid is not refundable and any changes to personal details with regards to travel should be done between the individual and the transport contractor.

WYD REGISTRATION !

If you want to go with COSDU, you can go to http://www.wyd2008.org/ . At this point payment is not yet required when you register - just put in your details and which group yu're attending with. Our group name is COSDU and our group number is 2987. Currently, you can cancel your registration if circumstances change. When you eventually pay for registration, the cost is AUD $395.00. This includes all meals, very basic accomodation, local transport and access to the WYD events. I will be automatically notified that you have registered because I will have to approve you.

For the details to make payments to me or for registeration, please refer to the email sent out previously. If you have not received it, email cosdu.melbuni@gmail.com for a copy.

Cheers
Ramesh

Graduation Mass - 23 Nov 2007

Graduation Mass last semester didn't feel that long ago as we held our farewell ceremony at the end of this semester. Our graduants - Patricia, Eric, Hui Chuan, Madeleine, Geoff, Eugenia, Jean, Diane and Bryant, went up to the altar near the end of the Mass to receive their blessings from Fr. Mckenna. Though it is with sadness in our hearts that we see them leaving this family, we look upon them with joy as they begin their new journey, bringing with them skills acquired from their studies and uni life, memories from good old COSDU days, and a passion to love and serve the community that they will be in.