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| NORMAL MASS TIMES: | WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK: |
| Weekend Mass
times: Saturday - 6pm Sunday - 7.30am & 9.30am Weekday Mass times: |
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Ministry Roster for 4th & 5th September |
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| 6.00 pm Sat | 7.30am Sun | 9.30am Sun | |
| ADS | Ray Debono | Anne Marie Bosworth | Reg Sham |
| CHI | Alex & Jessica Hocking | - | Therese Gardiner |
| COM | Catherine Baldacchino | John Cremona | Sr Merylin |
| REA | Denise Caffrey | Caroline Cremona | Cynthia Severino |
| MUS | Kathy's Group | - | David's Group |
| DATA | Elaine Sampaga | Nicole Cremona | Mark Way |
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Ministry Roster for 11th & 12th September |
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| 6.00 pm Sat | 7.30am Sun | 9.30am Sun | |
| ADS | Paul Galea | Charles Abela | George Marabouti |
| CHI | Renee Dimech & Caroline Cremona | - | Bernadette & Samantha Mitchell |
| COM | Jo Debono | Matt Cremona | Jane Fonmanu |
| REA | Rachel Debono | Sr Merylin | Phil Hooton |
| MUS | John & Co | - | Alison's Group |
| DATA | John Cremona | Cynthia Severino | Catherine McDonald |
Diocesan Works Fund Appeal...
WE HAVE REACHED OUR QUOTA AGAIN!!!
Congratulations and a big ‘THANK YOU’ to everyone who donated so generously
to the appeal so far and in particular, to a couple of parishioners who
donated substantial amounts which were significant to us reaching our quota
of $4,600. If you have been away and would still like to contribute to DWF
it’s not too late. Please pick up an envelope from the foyer and place it in
the collection or hand it to one of the parish team. You may contribute by
cash or credit card. All donations over $2 are tax deductible.
Diocesan Youth Mass...
Our parish’s plans to have a Mass for HSC students and their families on
Sunday 10th October have been somewhat ‘gazumped’ by the Diocesan Youth
Apostolate who are going to celebrate a Diocesan Youth Mass at St Nicholas
of Myra, Penrith on that date at 6.30pm. It would be unhelpful for our
parish to compete with this Diocesan event, and so we won’t.
However, we will celebrate four (4) Friday night Benediction and Adoration
times, in the lead up to HSC week. These will start Friday 17th September at
7.30pm to 8.30pm. More details as we get closer to the event. Fr George.
Father’s Day Appeal Next Weekend…
- Bishop’s Collection for Retired & Sick Clergy -
In 2006, Bishop Manning established the Clergy Support Foundation of the
Diocese of Parramatta to assist in meeting the needs of the retired and sick
priests of the Diocese, and in 2007 authorised an annual special appeal,
“The Bishop’s Collection for Retired and Sick Priests”, to be held on
Father’s Day each year. It is hoped to raise $125,000 each year through this
appeal. Bishop Fisher has asked that this appeal continue to support our
retired and sick priests.
Last year, you gave over $150,000 and the Foundation thanks you for this
contribution. This year the appeal will be held on the weekend of 4th & 5th
September. There will be a third collection will at each Mass. Special
envelopes will be available and all donations over $2 are tax deductible. If
you wish to claim a tax deduction, please tick the box and write your
details clearly on the envelope.
‘Celebrating the Journey’
Couples who were married in 1985 (25 years), 1970 (40 years), 1960 (50
years), or for any couples married over 50 years, are invited to celebrate
their journey with other couples and family members during a special Mass
at:
ST PATRICK’S CATHEDRAL PARISH, PARRAMATTA
SUNDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER, 2010 AT 2.00PM
Bishop Anthony Fisher will be the principal celebrant and you are invited to
afternoon tea following Mass.
If you would like to be part of this celebration, please contact the parish
office on 4730 1249 to register your names by Monday 6th September.
Children & Sacraments
A series of letters will be issued through the neighbourhood via the current
YEAR 3 in the six schools welcoming parents with children in the next lot of
Sacrament programmes. You may have a friend or neighbour wanting to nurture
his/her child in our Church’s life of the Sacraments who need information.
Copies of the letter are now available from the Parish office during office
hours. The ‘parent only’ gathering will take place on
WEDNESDAY 15TH SEPTEMBER AT 7.30PM IN THE PARISH CENTRE.
R.C.I.A
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a Journey of Faith for those
adults seeking Baptism and membership in the Church. It is designed for
those who would be wanting to join their partners as members of the Church
and for parents whose children are baptised and approaching enrolment in the
Sacramental Programme. This journey begins September/October and continues
through to Easter. Currently there are two mothers from our parish who have
expressed their interest in participating in this journey. If anyone is
interested in finding out more about this program please speak to Sr
Merylin.
Ministry Roster…
The new roster has been prepared and is available for collection from the
foyer this weekend. So, if you are on a liturgical ministry, please pick up
a copy of the roster marked with your name.
Corpus Christi St Vincent de
Paul...
The Cranebrook Conference of Vinnies would like to thank the Parish of
Corpus Christi for their generous contribution to the Doorknock appeal that
was held last weekend. The parish raised $675 which was a fabulous effort!
Also thank you to the members of the parish and students of Xavier College
who assisted in the doorknock appeal at Penrith. The support you give the
conference is very much appreciated. If any member of the parish wishes to
become a member of the conference or find out more about the conference the
next meeting will be held on SATURDAY 4TH SEPTEMBER AT 9.30AM IN THE MEETING
ROOM.
Invitation to the Young People of
the Diocese…
'Prayer for our Lives and Purpose' - First Thursdays at Seven
Come to St Pat's Cathedral Parramatta, first Thursday 7pm (starting next
Thursday 2nd September)
*gather with good people...
*a shared life purpose story ...
*communal prayer and adoration...
*eat with others at 8 if you wish...
ALL WELCOME TO ENJOY THIS BIT OF QUALITY TIME.
For more info - Fr Paul Roberts 0419219819 or Youth Office 88383418
(car parking entry off Victoria Rd behind cathedral)
Theology on Tap…
WITH BISHOP ANTHONY FISHER OP
Monday 6th September. Starts 6.30pm at PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pub, 74 Church
Street, Parramatta. TOT is for young adults 18-35. PJ Gallagher’s Irish Pubs
have generously offered to sponsor one TOT join a World Youth Day Madrid
2011 pilgrimage priced at $3,590. To be in the running you must fill out a
raffle ticket at a TOT event between July & November 2010. Tickets are FREE!
Parramatta Diocese Annual Shopping
Trip
SATURDAY 20TH NOVEMBER
(Tour departs from Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Seven Hills, Parramatta
Stadium Carpark at 7.00am or Information Kiosk, Panthers Leagues Club,
Penrith at 6.30am.)
Morning & Afternoon Tea & Bistro lunch included! Adults $49, Kids (5—17
years) $19, Seniors/Students $39. Come shopping with us to more than 15
Sydney factory outlets including Clothing. Shoes, Manchester, Bags & Toys.
Brands including Hot Tuna, Scanpan, Jag, Royal Doulton, Guess, Ralph Lauren
& more… BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL BY 5TH NOVEMBER. To book contact Virginia
Knight on 8838 3412.
Book Launch…
All are invited to the launch of the book ‘A New Wine and Fresh Skins’, by
Bishop Julian Porteous. Bishop Anthony Fisher OP will launch the book at the
Catholic Centre, 3 Keating St Lidcombe on Tuesday 14th September at 7.30pm.
Supper will follow. RSVP to Maree on 9646 9010.
Mary MacKillop Reflection Day...
Sr Susan Connelly rsj will be visiting St Finbar’s Parish, Glenbrook to
present on the ‘Life and Spirituality’ of Mary MacKillop. SUNDAY 12TH
SEPTEMBER FROM 10.45AM—3.00PM. DONATION $5.00. PLEASE BRING A PLATE FOR
SHARED LUNCH. For more details please phone Mila Svehla on 4739 1470.
Bereavement Support…
The Solo Parent Ministry (Centacare Catholic Social Services) now offers two
monthly Bereavement Support Groups in the Diocese for those who have
suffered the death of their spouse or partner. One runs in Parramatta for 6
mths. (March – August) on the second Thursday of the month between 11.00 and
12.30. The other is in Penrith for 6 mths (June – November) on the second
Tuesday of the month between 10.00 & 11.30. For further details or for
attendance at these gatherings which are coming up this week, contact Sr.
Eileen Quade 99330205 or
eileen.quade@ccss.org.au
Parramatta Marist 190th Anniversary
Dinner
On Friday 29th October, Parramatta Marist High School, Westmead is holding
its 190th Anniversary Dinner at Sarah Grand Ballroom, Le Montage, Lilyfield.
Tickets: $90 each. For more details or to book, contact the school 9635
7066.
Charismatic Mass & Prayer for
Healing
Will take place on Saturday 4th September, 2.30pm at St Nicholas of Myra
Parish, Penrith. The celebrant will be Fr Porathur Joy M.S. All welcome.
The Renaissance of Marriage
Conference
1ST—3RD OCTOBER ST JOSEPH’S SPIRITUALITY CENTRE, BAULKHAM HILLS
An ideal opportunity for anyone concerned about the future of Christian
marriage to learn about the exciting initiatives in this area. The
conference is designed not just for couples but for all persons involved in
marriage education and formation, Pastoral Council members & Clergy. For
more information visit
www.renaissanceofmarriage.org
Worldwide Marriage Encounter…
A weekend for married couples. This is a unique opportunity to recharge your
relationship batteries, refocus on each other and fall in love all over
again! Weekend dates: 22th– 24thOctober. Winbourne - Edmund Rice Retreat
Centre, Mulgoa. For bookings/details contact: 02 4283 3435. Information:
website www.wwme.org.au
Refresh! Renew! Recreate!
All marriages go through highs and lows. Give your relationship the
attention it deserves and rediscover the joy of being a man and woman in
love.
THE CELEBRATE LOVE EXPERIENCE
- a two day mini-retreat for married couples -
Conducted in the tranquil surrounds of the Edmund Rice Retreat Centre, the
seminar is an ideal way to enjoy a weekend together. Accommodation available
on site.
Winbourne, Mulgoa on 30th & 31st October. $200 per couple including meals
(accommodation extra)
www.celebratelove.com.au or phone 9319 1111
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