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SUNDAY MASSPROCESSIONANTIPHON:Hosanna to the Son of David, blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, the King of Israel: Hosanna in the highest.GOSPEL: Matthew 21:1-11.PSALMS: 24 and 47.
MASSFIRST READING: Isaiah 50:4-7.RESPONSORIAL PSALM: Psalm 22.RESPONSE:My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?1. All who see me deride me; they curl their lips, they toss their heads: ‘He trusted in the Lord, let him save him; let him release him, for in him he delights’. ℟2. For dogs have surrounded me; a band of the wicked besets me. They tear holes in my hands and my feet; I can count every one of my bones. ℟3. They divide my clothing among them, they cast lots for my robe. But you, O Lord, do not stay afar off; my strength, make haste to help me! ℟4. I will tell of your name to my kin, and praise you in the midst of the assembly; ‘You who fear the Lord, give him praise; all descendants of Jacob, give him glory; revere him, all you descendants of Israel’. ℟SECOND READING: Philippians 2:6-11.GOSPEL ACCLAMATION:Glory and praise to you, O Christ. Christ became obedient for us unto death, even death on a cross. Therefore God has highly exalted him; and bestowed on him the name which is above every name. Glory and praise to you, O Christ.GOSPEL: Matthew 26:14-27:66.COMMUNION ANTIPHON:Father, if this chalice cannot pass without my drinking it, your will be done.
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Jesus Dies
Jesus dies on the Cross – a painting by Maud Sumner in St Mary’s Cathedral, Cape Town
WE ALL know what it is like to be lost for words. In the face of birth or death we struggle to f ind words to express
ourselves. When we try to meditate on the 12th Station of the Cross, we are often lost for words in the face of the death of the Son of God.
As we kneel at this Station we can at least let the words of Jesus from his Cross speak to our hearts.
The Gospels record seven ‘last words’ of Jesus which Christians everywhere cherish.
The f irst is a word of mercy and compassion: Father, forgive them, t hey do no t k now what they are doing. Forgiveness is a word which brings us straight to the heart of the mystery of redemption: the forgiveness of sins. This word reminds us that we are a forgiven people, that forgiveness is always possible, that none of us can begin to imagine the extent of God’s forgiveness in Christ.
Forgiveness is personal. So the second word from the Cross is addressed to the ‘good thief ’: I promise you today you will be with me in paradise. The promise of the dying Jesus to the dying thief reminds us of the good that remains in every human heart – even to the very end.
The third word is an expression of divine intimacy and love: Woman this is your son; this is your mother. By this bequest we all receive a spiritual mother to help us on our way of the cross.
I thirst. This anguished cry from the parched lips of Jesus also refers to his longing for all humanity
to share in the beauty of the kingdom of God. Jesus still thirsts – for each one of us.
Perhaps the most distressing of all words, Why? startles us. When Jesus quotes psalm 23:
My God, My God, why have you forsaken me? we get a glimpse of the inner passion of Jesus a s he exper iences the godforsakenness common to so many people. There is no human anguish alien to the dying Jesus.
T he s i x t h wo rd from the cross reveals some t h i n g o f t he intimate tenderness between Father and Son: Father into your hands I commend my spirit. Christian history shows how many saints followed the example
of Jesus using the same prayer at the approach of their death. It is a prayer of utter abandonment and confidence in the Father who loves divinely.
The last word of all is a peaceful acknowledge-ment not just that this phase of the life of Jesus is over but that the work given him by the Father is completed: It is accomplished.
Each of these holy words from the cross can nourish our own journey of faith, addressing both our sorrows and our joys, our hopes and fears, all leading to a fulf ilment in God.
I love you Jesus my love, above all things.I repent with my whole heart of having offended you.Never permit to separate myself from you again,Grant that I may love you always and then do with me what you will.
Live the Word T H E W E E K A H E A D
(KEY: SOLEMNITY; FEAST; Memorial; (Optional Memorial)Colour = Liturgical colour of the day or feast)
Mon 10 Apr HOLY WEEKIsaiah 42:1-7; Psalm 27; John 12:1-11Like the lives of the saints, given over in love and service without calculation of the cost, Mary’s dra-matic act of extravagance f illed the entire home, enveloping all present, and lingering on in memory.
Sun 16 Apr RESURRECTION OF THE LORDActs 10:34.37-43; Psalm 118; John 20:1-9This day shows how God brings good out of evil, and changes death into life. It reaveals that his risen presence is within us, enabling us to love one another as he loves us.
Sat 15 Apr HOLY SATURDAYGenesis 1:1–2:2; Psalm 104; Matthew 28:1-10Today is a day of waiting in the midst of grief, sor-row, catastrophe and horror. This day gives us hope when we are waiting in our own grief and sorrow… waiting for the coming of the Lord.
Fri 14 Apr GOOD FRIDAYIsaiah 52:13–53:12; Psalm 31; John 18:1–19:42The crucif ixion is not the last word. In our own darkness, when we, too, feel abandoned, we are aware that this is not the end. The f inal chapter of Jesus’ life and ours will be the same.
Thu 13 Apr HOLY THURSDAYExodus 12:1-8.11-14; Psalm 116; John 13:1-15As we commemorate the Last Supper today, let our hearts be filled with gratitude – for the Eucharistic banquet we celebrate, for all who have served us in life, and for all whom we will still generously serve.
Wed 12 Apr HOLY WEEKIsaiah 50:4-9; Psalm 69; Matthew 26:14-25Holy Week reminds us of the reality of good and evil. Peter and Judas represent two ways that are still with us today. This is an unpleasant truth – but Holy Week is not a comfortable week.
Tue 11 Apr HOLY WEEKIsaiah 49:1-6; Psalm 71; John 13:21-33.36-38This week, as we reflect on the suffering of Jesus, we remember that Jesus struggled – as we all do sometimes – with doubt. If you struggle in this way, re-visit today’s f irst reading, especially verse 4.
HOLY REDEEMER PARISH
Parish Priest: Fr Gerard McCabe C.Ss.R � [email protected]
Assistants: Fr Scott Davidson C.Ss.R and Fr Charles Mulenga C.Ss.R
8 / 9 APRIL 2017~ PALM SUNDAY
PAGE: 119 in New Sunday Missal. Year A. Theme: Jesus: Gives up His Life
WEEKEND SUNDAY MASS TIMES :
SATURDAY: 6.00pm
SUNDAY: 7.00am, 9.00am, 11.00am and 6.00pm
FRENCH MASS: SUNDAYS: 1.30pm
DAILY MASS TIMES:
MON to FRI: 6.15am (or Communion Service)
MON to SAT: 8.30am
MORNING PRAYER: MON to FRI at 8.00am
ROSARY: WEDNESDAY after 8.30am Mass
CONFESSION TIMES:
THURSDAY: 7.00 to 7.30pm
SATURDAY: 9.00 to 10.00am & 5.00 to 5.55pm
ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
MONDAY to FRIDAY: 9.00am to 9.00pm
except THURSDAY: 9.00am to 7.30pm
NOVENA & BENEDICTION:
TO OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP
THURSDAY: 7.30pm
NORMAL WORSHIP TIMES
CONTACTS
Bergvliet Road, Bergvliet, 7945
021 712-2210 or712-1181
021 712-4271
9.00am to 3.00pm Monday to Friday
www.holyredeemer.co.za
Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Bergvliet
Catholic Counselling
Network
Need somewhere to talk that is safe, where there is total confidentiality and where you will not be judged?
Contact one of our trained counsellors
Cynthia Wiese: 021 794-1601
Annette Milner: 021 715-8177
St. Vincent de Paul Society assists the areas poor.
If you need help / assistance / a visit contact the SVDP pres-ident on 083 450-5479. The matter will be dealt with in confidence.
WEEKLY DIARY MASS INTENTIONS
April 10 Mon Stations of the Cross after 8.30am Mass Confession after 8.30am Mass Theological circle 7.30pm in boardroom
6.15am Private Intention 8.30am Private Intention
April 11 Tues
Confession after 8.30am Mass Care & craft after 8.30am Mass Edna Cottle room SVP 6.30pm Room 2 RCIA 7.30pm Edna Cottle room Charismatic Praise & Worship 7.45pm Room 1
6.15am Private Intention 8.30am Private Intention
April 12 Wed Rosary after 8.30am Mass Confession after 8.30am Mass
6.15am Private Intention 8.30am Esther Benjamin - Rip
April 13 Thurs
HOLY THURSDAY Chrism Mass – Lansdowne 10am Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7.30pm Watching at Altar of Repose in the Church until 10pm
6.15am No Mass 8.30am No Mass 7.30pm Private Intention
April 14 Fri
GOOD FRIDAY – Day of fasting and abstinence Stations of the Cross 10.00pm Solemn Celebration of the Lord’s Passion 3pm Special collection for the upkeep of the Holy Places
10.00am Stations of the Cross 3.00pm Parishioners
April 15 Sat. HOLY SATURDAY Day of silent watching and waiting Easter Vigil Mass 7.30pm – bring candle & container
8.30am No Mass 7.30pm Georgina Bedwell - Birthday
April 16 Sun RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD Masses: 7am, 9am, 11am – NO evening Mass PAGE: 203 in New Sunday Missal. Year A
7.00am Eleanor O'Reiley - Special Intention 9.00am Jeremy Ashley Fernandez - Rip 11.00am Special Intention 6.00pm No Mass
HOLY WEEK AT THE PARISH OF THE MOST HOLY REDEEMER - 2017
MORNING PRAYER OF THE CHURCH
Monday 10 April to Friday 14 April 8.00am
CONFESSIONS
Monday 10 April to Wednesday 12 April after 8.30am Mass
HOLY THURSDAY – 13 April
• Chrism Mass: Our Lady Help of Christians, Lansdowne 10.00am
• Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7.30pm
• Watching at Altar of Repose in the Church until 10.00pm
GOOD FRIDAY – 14 April
• Stations of the Cross 10.00am in the Church for adults and grounds for children
• Solemn Celebration of the Lord’s Passion 3.00pm
There will be a special collection for the upkeep of the Holy places.
• Good Friday is a day of Fasting and Abstinence.
HOLY SATURDAY – 15 April
Day of silent watching and waiting.
EASTER VIGIL: SATURDAY – 15 April
Mass: 7.30pm – please bring candle and container
EASTER SUNDAY – 16 April
Masses: 7.00am, 9.00am and 11.00am There will be NO evening Mass There will
only be one collection taken at all Easter Masses
in thanksgiving to our Redemptorist Community.
EASTER WEEK
Monday 17 April to Friday 21 April – ONLY Mass at 8.30am
Thursday 20 April – Novena as usual at 7.30pm
Saturday 22 April – Mass at 8.30am and Vigil Mass of Divine Mercy at 6.00pm.
LENTEN PRAYER 6
Loving God, I am just beginning to realize how much you love me.
Your son, Jesus was humble and obedient. He fulfilled your will for him by becoming human and suffering with us.
I ask you for the desire to become more humble
so that my own life might also bear witness to you. I want to use the small sufferings I have in this world
to give you glory.
Please, Lord, guide my mind with your truth. Strengthen my life by the example of Jesus.
Help me to be with Jesus in this week
as he demonstrates again his total love for me. He died so that I would no longer
be separated from you. Help me to feel how close you are
and to live in union with you.
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Your time and talent is needed
We have a number of smaller tasks and projects that need to be done. Anyone interested in the following should please contact Theresa at the Parish office:
Asset Inventory: We urgently need a small team of 2 or 3 parishioners to update our list of all assets in the parish for insurance purposes. This requires a person(s) to take the current list and walk through each room and surrounds and confirm items still in place and add any new ones. It can be done in a day or over a few days.
Parish Notice Boards: Our notice boards in the porch require new press board backings and felt coverings. If you are interested in taking on this project or quoting for the work please contact Paddy on 0836290529
Guard Hut We would like to upgrade our guard hut to a nutech (non wood) or similar structure. Pa-rishioners who would like to assist or provide a quotation please contact Paddy (083 6290529) for specifications and more info.
Adoration Group
Do remember that your participation of an hour a week in Adoration is a wonderful per-sonal prayerful opportunity and important contribution to continuous prayer and aware-ness of the Blessings from our Savior within our Parish. Try it and reap the benefits.
Treasure
Bequests and Donations
Have you considered a bequest to the parish to help maintain our buildings and facilities? Holy Redeemer is an active Parish and needs to ensure our facilities are fitting and func-tional for Faith Building, Sharing and Exploring. Your bequest will leave a legacy for the Parish for the future generations. Bequests can be for specified or more general use.
Parish Finances ytd
Our parish income from collections has shown a 2.7% increase over last year. Our ex-penses have increased by 5.6%, both are below inflation of 6.3%, but we would of course prefer the 5’s to be the other way round. Overall we have been blessed with donations and support aside from collections that are helping cover the running costs of the parish, for which we are extremely grateful. Parish support of fund raising events does make a significant contribution. A copy of the financials are available from Gladys or Theresa at the office or contact Pad-dy 083 6290529 for more information.
Working together by sharing �me and talent to build our Parish
and create opportuni�es for worship for all as a vibrant
and welcoming expression of our Catholic Faith.
2nd COLLECTION
This week: Lenten Appeal
URGENT APPEAL
The co-workers of Mother Teresa are in urgent need of Easter eggs. Please drop off at the office.
EASTER COLLECTION
Only one collection will be taken up at all Masses over the Easter weekend in thanks-giving to the Redemptorist Community. Should you prefer to pay per EFT, herewith banking details: Name of Account: Holy Redeemer Parish, Bank: Standard Bank, Branch: Constantia, Branch Code: 025309, Account No: 071805427. Reference: Surname/EOF
THEOLOGICAL CIRCLE MEETING
Monday 10 April at 7.30pm Venue - Boardroom
YOUNG ADULTS MEETING Tuesday 18 April 7.15pm
Venue - Monastery
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
Wednesday 19 April 10.00am
Venue - Edna Cottle room
SCRIPTURE CIRCLE MEETING
Monday 24 April at 7.30pm Venue - Parish Centre
PPC MEETING Monday 24 April 7.30pm
Venue - Boardroom
Dan-Ag CARE FUNDRAISER
Karaoke / Dance
Retreat Civic on Friday 28 April Donation of only R40. Pls contact Denise for bank details on 079 172-6476 Thank you! GOD bless.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRAY FOR OUR SICK
Barbara Alexander
Monica Arendse
Fr Anderson
Lily Ball
Dylan Berry
Jill Buser
Catharina Clavaux
Alvin Cozett
Magdalena Cozett
Trevor de Beer
Mr Doidge
Christian Engelbrecht
Mary-Anne Esau
Desmond Fernandez
Dawn Forsdyk
Jose Santos Gomes
Keith Gomez
Kerry Heideman
Rita Hendricks
Sam Hendricks
Dale Heynes
Dawn Heynes
Russell Heynes
Jean Kennedy
Fr Lunney
Gerald Louw
Geraldine Malander
Willi Malherbe
Brian McEvoy
Joanna Morkel
Rosetta Orgill
Monty Pasqualie
Patrick Perreira
Ernest Peskin
Albert Petersen
Carris Pietersen
Lindsey Pietersen
Elaine Roode
Lionel September
Dorothy Slayne
Vera Steyn
Renelda Visser
Jack Whitwam
Eileen(Fr Gerard sister)
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ADORATION CHAPEL
A warm welcome and thanks to the new members of the Adoration group
• Although the roster has now been removed
from the Church porch, if anyone is still inter-ested in joining please do make contact.
• Have you thought of sharing an hour a
week over the month – with family, friends or members of a Parish group?
The Adoration Chapel is open from 9.00am to 9.00pm Monday to Friday, except Thursday and Friday, during Lent when the Chapel closes at 7.30pm
For further information please contact Carol Cornell on 073 194 7295 or the office
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