By Christine O'Donaghue

Father Novie’s housekeeper, Bernadette, made Father a special cake to remember and celebrate the occasion and Father was given vegie seedlings for his new vegetable plot at the rear of the Presbytery, as a small token of appreciation.

As a special treat for all his parishioners Father Novie presented a short YouTube clip of his ordination at the Zoom Mass on Saturday evening, 24 October. This gave parishioners an insight into the memorable event that has ultimately brought Fr Novie to us here in regional Victoria.

Congratulations Father and special thanks for all you do for our three parishes.

Our Zoom Masses will now conclude after eleven spiritual celebrations, made possible by Father’s experience with modern technology!

May God continue to bless you for your work within our three parishes.

Fr Novie shared a cake with parishioners made by his housekeeper, Bernadette.