".........the laity need to be properly engaged in the process ........ Take the time to LISTEN to all....."

"This is contrary to the guidance of Pope Francis. ....... The people are the church!"

"We love our Parish Priest Father John and our Parish Community...... Please halt this process.... we need proper consultation to go ahead"

This is not acceptable. We love our own parish family and we need to get back there.

".....This is the first time I have heard that this proposition is occurring... we haven’t even had the possibility of discussion with our Parish community and Priest...."

We never see our priests - even out of lock down b/c they are so busy dashing between the parishes and this prevents them from the proper mission of saving souls.

"....pausing now would enable a deeper consultation, and thus a better outcome for the preaching of the Gospel in Melbourne."

I totally agree with the above submission ..... it deserves more consideration, especially in such uncertain times.

"I feel this will lead to a diminution of parish life, in the archdiocese of Melbourne. ......"

"The implementation of 50-60 missions to replace...parishes will be detrimental to our faith & catholic values....." 🙏🙏🙏

"... we ask humbly that you listen and acknowledge the concerns of the people... in the above letter - May God continue to guide you with His Wisdom..."

"Dear Lord, ...pray, pray, pray, we need more prayers."

".... lots of people have been leaving the church or not attending Mass regularly, these changes will only make it worse."

"No change should take place unless all parishioners have an opportunity to have their say ....."

The restructure should not be progressed until after the Plenary Council concludes.

"Having a parish gives us community, family and a Father and head of our flock...."