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Holy Spirit Catholic Parish Burdekin Ave, Amaroo, ACT
Supporting and supported by Holy Spirit, Good Shepherd, Mother Teresa Primary Schools and St John Paul II College
23-24 September 2017 Twenty fifth Sunday in Ordinary time - Year A
Email: [email protected] Parish website: www.holyspiritgungahlin.org.au
News this Week Social Justice Sunday
- 24 September - Everyone’s Business - Developing an inclusive and sustainable economy. Copies of the Social Justice statement and prayer cards are in the foyer.
Outcomes from 2017 Parish Assembly - available in foyer
No Children’s Liturgy until Term 4
RCIA Continues Wednesdays at 7pm
Upcoming Events Marian Procession,
Galong – 8 October 2017 Blackfriars Lecture
Series - Tuesday, 17 October -‘Recognising the opportunities for the ageing population'
2017 Social Justice Statement - Wednesday, 18 October - 7.30pm at Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture 'Everyone's Business: Developing an inclusive & sustainable economy' - Fr Frank Brennan AO SJ
New Altar Servers training, Saturday 21 October - 3pm
Readings: Isaiah 55:6-9, Philippians 1:20-24, 27, Matthew 20:1-16, Entrance Antiphon: I am the salvation of the people, says the Lord. Should they cry to me in any distress, I will hear them, and I will be their Lord for ever. Responsorial Psalm: The Lord is near to all who call him. Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia! Open our hearts, O Lord, to listen to the words of your Son. Alleluia! Communion Antiphon: You have laid down your precepts to be carefully kept; may my ways be firm in keeping your statutes. Liturgy Help
A Gospel Reflection
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When Jesus presents an image of heaven its in our best interests to pay close attention to what he is saying. Particularly, because it is God Himself speaking of heaven we have to be very attentive. Ultimately because this is our whole, and central, aim in the Christian life: heaven and perfect union with God. Jesus presents us with an image of heaven being like a landowner that calls people to his vineyard at different hours. It is expected for Jesus to place a reversal in His parables, like he normally does. Thus the last get paid the same as the first. Even though this seems unjust that the workers are not awarded a wage that is in proportion to the amount of work that is done, this is a deliberate and literary affect to draw out Jesus point more clearly. As an aside, it is worth knowing that the later workers were not lazy or incompetent. The way labourers got hired was they waited in the marketplace in the morning for someone to hire them. At the start the better workers got hired and as the hours went by the less productive the workers were. Essentially then, only the lame and crippled were left at the end. Thus, the image of hiring the lame and crippled should invoke an image of a concern for those who need to cover their needs (money to provide for themselves), the dignity of working (participate in the act of creating), and the love and trust from another (participate in the community). All these are GOOD and NECESSARY for each human person. As Pope John Paul II once said: “A society will be judged on the basis of how it treats its weakest members and among the most vulnerable”. This parable then tells us three massive and significant details about heaven. Firstly, we enter into a perfect society where everyone is loved, respected, and given the dignity that they deserve (for being a child of God, not on worldly or superficial standards that get imposed on people). Secondly, something that needs to be highlighted is that the longer working workers are not unrewarded. They view their reward selfishly. They want something for themselves. However, a basic rule of all good things is that they are outward facing (whilst not neglecting the person giving). The work that they do, which we should put ourselves in their shoes, is for the sanctification of God’s people. Our earthly work is not a waste of time, it is productive and effective. It is done to build and guide others to heaven. So by the fact that they got disgruntled at receiving the same wage, they loose sight that their own work lead to that person coming back to God; a reality that is possible in all our actions. Lastly, that God is madly in love with us. He even calls people at the last moment (11th hour). We should be honoured that His love is so ridiculous that he allows people to enter at the very end. It is a gratuitous, unmerited, invitation to God and heaven. Who are we to set limits on God’s goodness. Added to the fact is that there is no greater reward than perfection and complete union with God. Therefore, we should aim to be joyful of this great, merciful, loving God not envious that others get the same reward. Namora
Please keep the following individuals in prayer…..
Chaplain Kevin O’Sullivan
and Damien Geary currently deployed in the
Middle East
For those who are sick Ray Malkeon Brian Ware Cathy Cleary
Veronica Thomsen Fiona Jarvis Ray Harris
Maryanne McGrath Rex Sullivan
Lauren Settee Detta
Leonie Jurd Maria Lipovac Cathy Maher
Elizabeth Vocisano Cody Bonner Peter Roach
Wesley Benedet Sara Biachini Allan Cockroft
Josie Taylor Ada Abyad Betty Willis
Vanessa Molyneux Sonja
Luke Ward Michelle Ryall Olive Cockroft Fiona Moore
Arcangela Sorrentino Joan
Marlene Lawless Leanne Johns
Jennycar De Jesus
Recently Deceased Tess Monaghan
Fr Mayne Murphy Fr Phil Harding
Anniversaries Lorenzo Sabaldica
Nestor Mesa Dinko Maricic
Mary Ellen Barnes Severo Sabaldica
Peter Hurley
We include those who are members of our Parish or
relatives. Prayer cards are available
in the foyer.
Parish News and Activities
Sunday, 8 October - Marian Procession - Archbishop Christopher extends an invitation to all Catholics of the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn to attend the 2017 Marian procession at St Clement's Monastery, Galong. The Youth Pilgrimage commences at 9am from Galong Village. Confessions commence at 10.30am followed by Mass at 11.30am with Archbishop Christopher. 12.30pm - BYO lunch. 2pm - procession to the Grotto and the Marian Sharing will be conducted at the Grotto by Sr Mary Rachel, a Dominican Sister from Sydney. Please let Magda know if you are interested at [email protected] or Namora at [email protected] or fill in the Sign Up sheet in the foyer. If we have enough people we will hire a bus for the day. If young people are interested please let Magda know.
Parish Assembly Outcomes The outcomes from the 2017 Parish Assembly are available in a booklet for all parishioners. Information will also be available on the Parish website. The document highlights Quick Wins, Medium and Five-Year Goals. All parishioners are encouraged to reflect on how you can contribute and support the Parish to achieve these goals. Also available is a sign up form for you to complete in your area of interest. If you have already expressed interest through the Call to Ministry form or at the Parish Assembly, you can reconfirm your interest here and you will be contacted in the coming months. In the meantime if you have any questions or comments please email [email protected] attention Michael Gregory. Thank you to PPC members who put so much work into the Parish Assembly and for the preparation of the 2017 Parish Assembly document.
St Vincent the Paul ’Love the poor. Honour them, my children, as you would honour Christ himself’ Vincent de Paul was born in the small southern French town of Pouy (later renamed Saint Vincent de Paul in his honour) on 24 April 1581 and ordained as a priest in 1600 at the age of 19. As a young man he ministered to the wealthy and powerful. However an appointment as chaplain to a poor parish, and to galley prisoners, inspired him to a vocation of working with those most marginalised and powerless. Vincent urged his followers to bring God’s justice and love to people who were unable to live a full human life: “Deal with the most urgent needs. Organise charity so that it is more efficient…teach reading and writing, educate with the aim of giving each the means of self-support. Intervene with authorities to obtain reforms in structure… there is no charity without justice.” Vincent de Paul died in Paris on 27 September 1660 at the age of 79. He was canonised on 16 June 1737 and, in 1883, the Church designated him as the special patron of all charitable associations. The Society was named after Saint Vincent de Paul and follows his teachings and compassion for people in need. Saint Vincent de Paul is the international patron of the Society.
Roster for September is now completed and printed copies are available in the foyer. Please contact Naomi on [email protected] if you have any inquiries.
Saint of the Week
New Altar servers training - Saturday 21 October at 3pm. All altar servers are most welcome to come for the training.
Refugee and Detainees support - Sr Jane Keogh is proposing to establish a Canberra based system of support for people detained on Manus and Nauru who have been sent to Australia due for medical reasons. For further information contact [email protected] or [email protected]
Calling all children in Year 3 or above for Altar Server duty
If you are in Year 3 or above and have received the Sacraments of First Eucharist and Reconciliation you are invited to become an Altar Server. Altar Serving is a ministry where you assist the Priest at Mass and at other Liturgical ceremonies. An Introductory Training Session for New Altar Servers will be held at Holy Spirit Church Amaroo from 3:00pm to 4:00pm on Saturday 21 October. If you would like register or to find out more please contact Naomi in the office on 6242 9622 or at [email protected]. Please register by Tuesday, 17 October 2017.
Sacramental Information
Community Messages
Youth News
Baptismal Information Session
For parents presenting their child for Baptism. The next session will be held on Sunday 24 September at 11am in the parish rooms. For more
information on the Sacrament of Baptism, please visit our Parish website.
Parish News and Activities
First Eucharist and Reconciliation
Over the past two weekends, children from our Parish celebrated their First Eucharist. We thank our Religious Education Coordinators Anne Leet (Mother Theresa School), Catherine Doig/Sam Bartley (Holy Spirit School), Anthony O’Connell/Nat Wright (Good Shepherd School) and Anne Gilfelt (Parish Sacramental Teacher) along with all the Year 3 teachers for supporting our children and guiding them on the next step of their spiritual journey. Many of the team willingly gave up their personal time to be at every event to support the children they were leading. A BIG THANK YOU also to the Altar Servers who participated in the First Eucharist Masses. Your assistance to Fr Mark at this special time is greatly appreciated. The Mass Coordinators, Welcomers, Musicians and singers, PowerPoint operators, Extraordinary Ministers of Communion and Traffic wardens; those who helped with the ironing, sorting and distribution of the First Eucharist robes; Church cleaners and decorators. Your generosity of time and willingness to share your gifts is a real blessing to our faith community. Once again, thank you to everyone for your contribution towards making the preparation and First Eucharist Masses a special time for the families and the children who received their First Eucharist. From Fr Mark and the Parish team
The Australian Catholic Youth Festival is to be held in Sydney from 7-9 December 2017. Young people from Year 9 (in 2017) to young adults 30 years of age are invited to the event. If you are interested in finding out more please contact Jazz
on 0401 792 343 or [email protected] .
13 October - Fatima 100th Anniversary Pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Mercy Pauline Fathers Monastery ‘Penrose Park’ near Berrima. Coach departs from Woden Interchange, Platform 18 7.00am Holy Trinity Church, Curtin 7.10am St Joseph’s Church, O’Connor 7.30am For Bookings: Phone Judy & Joe Mewburn on 6254 6202
Explosion Calling all highschoolers! Explosion is a youth conference run by the Disciples of Jesus Community in Canberra. It is an awesome week filled with inspiring talks, games, dramas, recreation time, sport, prayer, music and more! When: 26th-29th September Where: Daramalan College Head to www.explosionconference.org.au or call Jazz on 401792 343 for more information and to register.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Are you inquiring or interested in
becoming a Catholic? The church recognises the
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
as a process of preparation where a person undertakes a spiritual journey.
Join us in the Parish Rooms on Wednesdays from 7pm to 8.30pm
to learn more about the Catholic faith or contact Maureen on 6242 9622 or
Public Forum on Social Justice Statement Christians for an Ethical Society are joining with our Catholic Social Justice Commission to hold a public forum on this year's Social Justice Statement, Everyone's Business: Developing an inclusive and sustainable economy, on Wednesday, 18 October, 7 for 7.30pm-9.30pm in the Chapel, Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture, Barton. Fr Frank Brennan ao sj is the keynote speaker with the evening moderated by Dr Helen Watchirs oam, ACT Human Rights Commissioner. Enquiries to Robyn Coghlan 6254 0487 (CES) or email [email protected] (CSJC). Copies of the Social Justice statement and prayer cards are in the foyer.
Doorknock Appeal Coordinator 2018. We are seeking a person who would be willing to coordinate the St Vincent de Paul Doorknock appeal. Full training will be provided. If you are interested please contact Maria Stark on 0468992034
or Magda in the Parish office.
Please watch this space for some more exciting news and events in Tem 4.
We have been blessed with wonderful support from so many First Eucharist families and especially those who have ironed, sorted and distributed First Eucharist robes over the past two weekends. This would be an enormous job otherwise, so thank you for your conversation and enthusiasm. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with you. Fiona
None of us can think we are exempt from concern
for the poor and for social justice
~ Pope Francis ~
Congratulation Namora on your Ordination to the Diaconate
Prayer Lord Jesus, you came to serve, not to be served, form within our brothers your generous spirit;
Fill them with your love, that they may love the Father as you love him.
Fill them with your compassion, that they may see our brothers and sisters
as you see them. Amen.
Our Parish Schools Mother Teresa Catholic Primary School & Early Learning Centre Mapleton Ave and Wimmera St, Harrison Principal: Peter Hughes P: 6241 5604 (Primary School) 6241 3211 (ELC)E:[email protected]
Saint John Paul II College Gungahlin Drive, Nicholls Principal: Catherine Rey P: 6163 4800 E: [email protected]
Holy Spirit Catholic Primary School & Early Learning Centre Kelleway Ave, Nicholls Principal: Brad Gaynor P: 6241 8640 E:[email protected]
Good Shepherd Catholic Primary School Burdekin Ave, Amaroo Principal: David Austin P: 6255 7888 E:[email protected]
Sunday Mass Times Holy Spirit Amaroo Saturday 6:00pm Sunday 8:00am, 9:30 am (Children’s Liturgy in term time) & 5:30pm
St Francis Xavier, Hall 2nd and 4th Sun at 8.30am
Weekday Masses (at Amaroo) Tues 9:15am Wed 7:00am Thurs 9:15am Fri 7:00am
Reconciliation Sat 5:15-5:45 pm
Communion: Sick and Housebound Please contact the Parish Office
Anointing Mass Thursday 28 September at 9.15am
Baptisms, Marriages & Funerals By Appointment
Parish Pastoral Council Michael Gregory E:[email protected]
St Vincent de Paul Maria Stark on 0411164630
Care Group Sonja Vocisano on 0438 699 591
Vinnie Costa on 0410 460 624
Hospitality Group Maureen Hilton
Seniors Group Ruth Schwensen on 6262 2431
Craft Group Beth Forshaw on 6242 5191
Youth Ministry [email protected]
Call to Connect Women's group to pray, share & support Beth Forshaw on 6242 5191
Prayer Chain Joe and Irma Jambor 6242 7332 [email protected]
Family Groups Peter Bakker 0407 720737
Couples for Christ Danny & Ner Ambida on 0448 243508
Novena—Mother of Perpetual Help Tom 6253 9779, Parveen 0439 642571 Wednesdays at 6pm-6.45pm in the church
Holy Spirit Prayer Group Kathy Torcasio 0401 920028 Wednesdays at 7:30pm in the church
MenAlive Gathering Steve Seesink 0421635675
Cursillo Movement Gatherings Irma and Joe Jambor on 62427332
Legion of Mary Marie Lazaro 0405669022 Thursday at 7.30pm at the Parish Centre
Parish ministries Contact Us Mass Times
PAUSE FOR THOUGHT Find us on Facebook:
Holy Spirit Catholic Parish
Gungahlin
Parish Office & Presbytery 93 Burdekin Ave, Amaroo Phone: 6242 9622 Website: www.holyspiritgungahlin.org.au
Parish Priest: Fr Mark Croker Assistant Priest: Fr Jiss Sunny Pastoral Support Theivani Evers - Liturgy and Music, Sacramental Enquiries: E:[email protected]
Maureen Hilton - Pastoral Care, Baptisms, Funerals, Becoming Catholic (RCIA), Faith Formation: E: [email protected]
General Enquiries Magda Baraniecki (Tuesday - Friday) E: [email protected]
Planned Giving Gayle Jeffries (7.30am – 3.30pm Tues ) E: [email protected]
Youth Minister Jazz Chalouhi E: [email protected]
Marriage Plebiscite As survey forms begin arriving in letterboxes across Australia, it is important that we are fully equipped with information about the consequences of changing the definition of marriage and the impacts this will have on individuals, families, education and churches. The Coalition for Marriage has released a comprehensive guide to some of the key consequences and questions around this important conversation. Go to www.coalitionformarriage.com.au/handbook to download your free copy.
Today’s Gospel expresses the right to of the Landowner to share with the greatest and the least his good fortune. This is how we need to understand God. For us too the best thing to give… to your enemy is forgiveness; to an opponent, tolerance; to a friend, your heart; to your child, a good example to a father, esteem; to your mother, conduct that will make her proud of you to yourself, respect to all men, charity.