St Madeleine Sophie Bulletin 1st June 2014

Ascension
1st June 2014
Acts 1:1-11; Eph 1:17-23; Mt 28:16-20
PARISH TEAM
Parish Priest:
Rev Vincent Savarimuthu
Parish Administrator:
Rev Porathur Rappai Joy
Pastoral Associate:
Sr Anna Conway
Parish Secretary:
Maria Hodgkinson JP
Office Hours:
Tues - Fri 9am - 4.00 pm
Phone: 9654 2260
Fax:
9654 2261
e-mail:
[email protected]
Web Site:
www.stmadeleine.org.au
Address
Parish House:
28 Annangrove Rd
Kenthurst NSW 2156
St Mads Primary School
Phone: 9654 6751
Principal: Jeanette Black
Marian College
Phone: 9654 6700
Principal: Lynn Bard
St Vincent de Paul
1800 606 724
Playgroup –Tue 9.30am
Children’s Liturgy
10am Mass during Term
Parish Services
Weekend Masses:
Saturday 5.30pm
Sunday 8:00 am 10:00 am and
5.30pm
Weekday Masses:
Tuesday 9:15 am
Wednesday 9:15 am
Thursday 9:15 am
Friday 12 noon
First Friday of the month 8.25am at
Marian College for the students
Prayer Group: Wednesdays after
the 9.15 am Mass
Baptisms & Weddings:
By appointment
Reconciliation:
Saturday 5.00pm
Why did Jesus leave his
disciples forty days after
his resurrection? Forty is a
significant number in the
scriptures. Moses went to
the mountain to seek the
face of God for forty days
in prayer and fasting. The
people of Israel were in the
wilderness for forty years
in preparation for their
entry into the Promised
Land. Elijah fasted for
forty days as he journeyed
in the wilderness to the
mountain of God. For forty
days after his resurrection Jesus appeared numerous times to his
disciples to assure them that he had risen indeed and to prepare them
for the task of carrying on the work which he began during his earthy
ministry.
Jesus' departure and ascension into heaven was both an end and a
beginning for his disciples. While it was the end of Jesus' physical
presence with his beloved disciples, it marked the beginning of Jesus'
presence with them in a new way. Jesus promised that he would be
with them always to the end of time. He assured them of his power - a
power which overcame sin and death. Now as the glorified and risen
Lord and Saviour, ascended to the right hand of the Father in heaven,
Jesus promised to give them the power of his Holy Spirit, which we see
fulfilled ten days later on the Feast of Pentecost (Luke 24:49 and Acts
2:1-4). When the Lord Jesus departed physically from the apostles,
they were not left alone or powerless. Jesus assured them of his
presence and the power of the Holy Spirit.
Jesus' last words to his apostles point to his saving mission and to their
mission to be witnesses of his saving death and his glorious
resurrection and to proclaim the good news of salvation to the entire
world. Their task is to proclaim the gospel - the good news of salvation
- not only to the people of Israel, but to all the nations as well. God's
love and gift of salvation is not reserved for a few or for one nation
alone, but it is for the whole world - for all who will accept it. The
gospel is the power of God, the power to release people from their
burden of guilt, sin, and oppression, and the power to heal, restore, and make us whole. Do you believe in
the power of the gospel?
This is the great commission which the risen Christ gives to the whole church. All believers have been given
a share in this task - to be heralds of the good news and ambassadors for Jesus Christ, the only saviour of the
world. We have not been left alone in this task, for the risen Lord works in and through us by the power of
his Holy Spirit. Today we witness a new Pentecost as the Lord pours out his Holy Spirit upon his people to
renew and strengthen the body of Christ and to equip it for effective ministry and mission world-wide. Do
you witness to others the joy of the gospel and the hope of the resurrection?
THIS WEEK’S MINISTERS 1st JUNE, 2104
5.30
8am
10am
5.30pm
Welcomers
John Cice
Doherty family
Michelle Eamer
Rick & Lesley Gangemi
Acolyte
Peter Balnaves
Geoff Mifsud,
Colleen Dunlop
Stephen Fry
Pat Lynch, Maree
Wiesemes
Deb & Paul
Copperfield
Joe Touma
Trish Takahashi,
Careyanne Moylan
Eucharistic
Ministers
Pat Waters
Junior
Ministers
Jacinta Mifsud, Tara
Burns
Patrick Wright, Jack
McNeil,
Jaydon Touma
Sam Ursino
Margaret & Michael
Foley
Pauline McAlary,
Georgette Harb
Imogen & Alannah Tuttle
Musicians
Pat & Bev
Joan & David
Bobby & Matt
Youth Group
Readers
Bob Burke, Sue Martin
th
NEXT WEEK’S MINISTERS 8 JUNE, 2014
Welcomers
5.30pm
Karen Forest
8am
Scardino Family
10am
Firkins Family
5.30pm
Harb Family
Acolyte
Vince Luca
Neil John
Joe Touma
John Harb
Readers
Stephen
Kinchington
Catherine Diekman,
Dan Doyle
Ann & Mark Lee
Richard Romano, Jason
Hatcher
Eucharistic
Ministers
Junior
Ministers
Musicians
Bankers
Flowers
Counters
Colleen Dunlop,
Maria Aiossa
Sarah Grima, Abbey
Bernadello
Joan & David
Kay Brooks, Tricia
Spencer
Jack McNeil, Patrick
Wright, Gillian
Diekman
Richard and Matt
Kay Brooks, John Hourigan
Vince Luca
Kay Brooks, John Hourigan
Sandra Tabone, Trish
Takahashi
Adam & Courtney
Parslow, Michelle Duncan
Patrick Brush, Maria
Aiossa
Merle & Doug
Youth Group
Children’s Liturgy
Altar Linen
Phil Beresford
Please pray for the sick
Elizabeth-Kingston Ray, Christine Wilson, Grant
Booth, Elenora, Kieran, Antoinette, Charles
Vencyel, Joe, Christy Sherlock, Maisie Hughes,
Dawn, Mary, Liana, Lian, Jim, Tony
We remember in our prayers:
Lan and Alice Wilson, Phil Coghlan, Max White,
Deceased members of Mulvihill and Culligan
families, Immacolata Dominello, Maria Luisa
Papandrea, Salvatore Marando
May they rest in peace
Diocesan News
This Week
rd
Tuesday 3 June – Choir Practice 7.30pm
Community Notices
Our Trellis Update
News from the Hannah Family group; Our last function
was a “Men’s Cook Night” Sat 11/5/14 for Mother’s day
held at Michelle Eamer’s home. The Theme was Black &
White, so we all dressed up. The men waited on us,
Entrée was a soup and homemade bread cooked by Bede,
2 mains one chicken & one beef cooked by Bill and
David. Desert was a cheese cake made by Wayne and
fruit platter made by John, all the meal was prepared and
served by them. The function was well attended and
enjoyed by all. If you are interested in Family Group
events contact Phillys 0415 940 466.
Parish News
Pentecost
As next Sunday is Pentecost Sunday, please wear
something red to Mass for the spirit of Pentecost.
Country Fair
What a glorious day we had! The energy spent in setting
it up was well rewarded. The atmosphere said it all, a
crowd that stayed for hours and enjoyed it. To everyone
who ran stalls, you excelled yourself; the quality was
good and people got value for money. The entertainment
was a real drawcard and much enjoyed, Special praise is
due to Mick and Kim Parslow who were the organisers.
They did the spade work and people responded to their
genuine desire to make the day memorable.
St Madeleine’s
2014
Confirmation
Program
The St Madeleine’s Confirmation Program starts this
weekend with enrolment within the Mass. Welcome
Packs will be handed to the parents. Confirmation will be
celebrated in the parish August 27th and 29th. For more
information contact Sue Martin 0432-716-577
[email protected]
Baptisms
The next Baptismal Preparation session will be held
on Saturday 7th June at 3pm. We hope this arrangement
will suit many parents and it will give them an
opportunity to present their children to the community the
same evening in the Eucharistic Celebration.
First Communion
Certificates were given out last Sunday. If you were
unable to attend you will find them in the foyer. The
celebration was enjoyed by the children. Teresa Masiello
and her team of ladies prepared a lovely array of cakes
etc. their efforts were much appreciated and heartfelt
thanks is due.
Pentecost Catechesis
Bishop Peter Comensoli is inviting the young adults
(aged 18-35) of the Archdiocese to join him for the
annual Pentecost Catechesis on the topic of ‘Human
Rights and Religious Freedom in Australia’ on Friday 6
June at St John’s College within the University of
Sydney. An optional Holy Hour will take place in the
College Chapel at 5:30, dinner at 6:30pm, the Bishop’s
presentation at 7:30pm and concluding with dessert, tea
& coffee around 9:00pm. All young adults are welcome
but space is limited and registration is essential by 1 June.
Please
send
your
RSVP
to
[email protected] or call Catholic Youth
Services on 9764 4357.
Catholic Outlook
Inside Catholic Outlook’s June issue
* Bishops call for end to cruel treatment of asylum
seekers
* Message of Pope Francis for World Communications
Day on 1 June
* Sun shines on Annual Marian Pilgrimage on Mount
Schoenstatt
* PROCLAIM 2014 Conference: Living the Joy of the
Gospel in Parishes
* News from our Catholic schools
* Church partners to offer new care services
Clergy Support Foundation:
It’s not too late to make a tax deductible contribution this
financial year to the Clergy Support Foundation (assisting
retired priests). Simply log on to csfparra.org.au and use
your credit card to make your donation online.
OLMC 125th Anniversary
Our Lady of Mercy College Parramatta community in
celebrating their 125th anniversary at a special concert at
Riverside Theatres, Parramatta. Starts 7pm on Thursday 5
June and Friday 6 June. Tickets: $15.75 single (1); $53
group of four (4). To book your tickets tel 8839 3399.
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
A Marriage Enrichment experience for married couples.
Invest in your most precious asset … your marriage!
Venue: Mt Carmel Retreat Centre, Varroville, 13-15
June. Inquiries & bookings: Ardell & Bill Sharpe ph
4283 3435.
Diocesan Honours Awards
If you wish to nominate someone from our parish whom
you think is deserving of the Diocesan Medal, please take
a Nomination Form from the table in the foyer. Please
return the forms to the parish office by 20th June, 2014.
Holy Hour for Vocations 19th June
Everyone is welcome to join the Holy Hour for Vocations
from 7-8pm on the 3rd Thursday of each month for an
hour of adoration, prayer, music and quiet time in the
Blessed Sacrament Chapel in St Patrick’s Cathedral, 1
Marist Place, Parramatta.
Local Excavation Company
Our solutions for:
Driveways, Dams, Land clearing, Pools, House
slabs, Detailed excavations, Fire hazard
reductions, Rock sawing
1.8 – 12 tonne bobcat, drott, tipper hire, rock
saw, rock breaker, auger.
Ph Jessey 0410 158563 fax 9654 1222 or
John 0418 277 355
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Carmel O’Connell Psychologist
Clientele includes:
Children Adults Families Couples
Medicare and Health Funds rebates
available: (conditions apply)
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Torana Car Hire
Wedding Cars,
Formal Cars, and all Special
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Ph: Noelene: 0408 408035
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Hills Family Funerals
“A tradition of care and concern”
Funeral Planning and
Pre-Arranged Funerals
For personal attention please call
Richard Spiteri or Pina Parrealla
at 9659 0900
“Si, parla Italiano”
www.hillsfamilyfunerals.com.au
Popular Dr Selina Leow and Dr
Darren Calleia, Dentists
Stanhope Dental Centre
17 Conrad Road, Kellyville Ridge
(8 mins from Rouse Hill)
(02) 8883 1522
*Open 6 days
* Female and male
dentists * Medicare schemes accepted
(conditions apply)
* All ages –* one appt crowns
Sydney’s Plant Market
SAWAYA SOLICITORS
Starr Partners
Wholesale direct to the public
Solicitors and Public Notaries
Your local Real Estate Agent
184 Annangrove Road
Phone: 9654 2555
Conveyancing, Wills & Probate
Family Law, Leases, Elder Law
For your legal needs
84A Annangrove Road Kenthurst
For all your Real Estate needs!
Funerals of Compassion
JLL GARDEN CARE
“Compassion when you need it most”
Traditional funerals
Pre Paid Funerals
A family business with family values.
Call Annangrove locals
Rocco & Sofia Polistina
9659-2117 – 24 hours
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Lawn mowing and
all aspects of gardening
Chalker Accountants
Small Business Specialist
All Accounting and Taxation
matters.
Phone: Warren
4577 6644
9679 2606
Buy direct and save!
Australian Frameless Glass
Installations
• Shower Screens
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• Pool Fences
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Email [email protected]
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A Grand Occasion
Florist
Silk flower arrangements,
weddings, funerals
Award winning florist
Michelle:
0405 154763
9652 1763
Fully Insured
Free Quote
Call John 0402 211 632
PINE CONE COMPUTER
*Sales
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*Networking
Phone (02) 9838 1044
Fax (02) 9838 1739
Email: [email protected]
YOUR LOCAL CARPENTER
All aspects of carpentry, maintenance,
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Reliable and friendly service.
No job too big or small.
Fergus Macdonald
0403 658 283
Lic. #: 210872C
Phone Darren Starr
0488 717 177
Norwich Plumbing
Servicing The Hills
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