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Dear Parishioners, The feast of Pentecost Sunday is a very important feast for us all to pray that the Holy Spirit will inspire us in our daily lives. A good practice would be daily to ask the Holy Spirit to guide us throughout the day. I am very grateful that the Holy Spirit is guiding our Parish at Sunnybank at the moment as we begin the refurbishment and extension of the Church. The Church is completely empty and the builders have already been on-site during this week. Fences will go up around the Church this week. Any asbestos in the Church will be removed this week. The stain glass windows will be removed for refurbishment and good storage. A lot of work has been done, firstly to empty the Church, and to create a warm atmosphere in Paloma as we celebrate Mass. A very big thank you to Karrin our Parish Manager who has supervised and carried out a lot of the work. A big thank you to Les, Bob, Harry and all the Parishioners who have helped. It is different celebrating Mass in Paloma but there is a wonderful atmosphere as we pray together for the new beginnings of our Church and Parish. During the week the builders Herron Coorey were awarded the contract to refurbish the Church. Contracts have been signed and one of the important issues is that the refurbishment and extension of the Church will be completed in November. We should be able to fulfil our hope of celebrating Christmas in a totally new atmosphere in the Church. I am happy to say that the builders tender came in just on budget (mind you the other tenders were up to $1 million more). With the help of our Finance Council and Fundraising Committee, we are very hopeful that the completed works will come underneath our expected budget of $2.8 million. We are relying on our Parish fundraising to realise $500,000 to help minimise our loan repayments into the future. I am very happy and grateful that our fundraising total has almost reached halfway at $224,445 as of this week. Our Lady of Fatima Feast Day was celebrated on Friday night in Our Lady of Fatima Church and a large gathering participated in the procession and Mass. Our Lady of Fatima Parish will celebrate the 50
th anniversary of the Church on Sunday 5
th of
June. The Archbishop will be the main celebrant and Parishioners of both our Parishes are invited to attend. Congratulations to the principal of St Thomas More College, Mr Peter Elmore, who has been appointed the principal of Padua College at Kedron. Peter will complete his term as principal at St Thomas More College at the end of this year and he will be sadly missed by the community. If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming a Catholic or knowing more about the Catholic Church, there is an Enquiry Night on Wednesday, June 8
th at 7.00pm.
The Enquiry Night will be held at Sunnybank Parish for anyone who would like to come along. God bless, Fr Dan
This week’s diary
Monday 16th May 8.15 am Morning Prayer - S/bank 8.30 am Mass - Sunnybank Tuesday 17th May 8.15 am Morning Prayer S/bank 8.30 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.00 am Bible Study - S/bank 7.00 pm Adoration
Wednesday 18th May 8.15 am Morning Prayer S/bank 8.30 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.00 am Rosary - Sunnybank 6.30 pm Novena Mass - Our Lady
of Perpetual Help A/Ridge Thursday 19th May 8.45 am Morning Prayer - S/bank 9.00 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.00 am Mass - Acacia Ridge 7.30 pm Meditation - S/Bank
Friday, 20th May 8.15 am Morning Prayer - S/bank 8.30 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.00 am Adoration and
Benediction - S/bank 9.45 am Legion of Mary - Media 10.00am Seniors Mass - S/Bank 6.30 pm Novena Mass - Sacred
Heart of Jesus - A/Ridge
Saturday , 21st May St Christopher Magallanes 8.30 am Mass - Acacia Ridge 10.30am Novena & Benediction -
Sunnybank 11.00am Reconciliation - S/bank 1.30 pm Charismatic Prayer Group
- Sunnybank 5.00 pm Reconciliation - S/bank 6.00 pm Mass - Sunnybank 6.00 pm Mass - Acacia Ridge
Sunday 22nd May 6.30 am Mass - Sunnybank 8.00 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.00 am Mass - Acacia Ridge 9.15 am Mass - Sunnybank 10.30am Mass - Sunnybank 6.00pm Mass - S/bank Youth
Priests
Fr Dan Ryan (Parish Priest: Sunnybank) Fr Terence Nueva (Parish Priest: Acacia Ridge - 3277 2252 Email: [email protected]) Fr Ladu Yanga (Associate Pastor) Fr Dominic Orih (Associate Pastor)
Parish Office (adjacent to OLOL Church, Sunnybank)
Monday to Thursday, 8.30 am - 4.00 pm; Friday 9.00am - 4pm. Ph: 3345 3766 Fax: 3344 3343, Mass Times: 3345 1831
Post: PO Box 32, Sunnybank, QLD 4109.
Web: www.olol.com.au Email: [email protected]
Deanery website: http://www.parishes.bne.catholic.net.au/south/
Pentecost Sunday: 15th May, 2016
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Sunnybank & Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Acacia Ridge
Acacia Ridge, Algester, Archerfield, Calamvale, Coopers Plains, Kuraby, Macgregor, Parkinson, Robertson, Runcorn, Stretton, Sunnybank, Sunnybank Hills
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 121 Mains Road, Sunnybank Our Lady of Fatima Church, 350 Mortimer Road, Acacia Ridge
Next Sunday - The Most Holy Trinity: Proverbs 8: 22-31; Romans 5: 1-5; John 16: 12-15
Pentecost Sunday: Year C
Introduction: Today’s celebration of Pentecost Sunday brings us to the end of the Easter season for 2016. But there is no end, either in this life or in the next, to our celebration of the Easter mystery of Jesus’ death, resurrection, glorification and pouring out of the Spirit.
First Reading: Acts 2: 1-11 The annual and daily remembrance of the first Pentecost serves to renew us in our Christian life, which is life in the Spirit of Jesus.
Second Reading: Romans 8: 8-17 We are assured of God’s love for us by the gift of the Spirit, who keeps us in mind that Jesus died and rose for us, and so we are dead to sin and risen to the life of grace, the life of the children of God.
Gospel: John 14: 15-16, 23-26 The acid test of the genuineness of our faith is that we keep Jesus’ word. To have the kind of faith that obeys we need the Holy Spirit. Jesus promises us that gift.
YEAR OF MERCY FROM POPE FRANCIS The season of Lent should also be lived more intensely as a privileged moment to celebrate and experience God’s mercy. How many pages of Sacred Scripture are appropriate for meditation during the weeks of Lent to help us rediscover the merciful face of the Father! We can repeat the words of the prophet Micah and make them our own: You, O Lord, are a God who takes away iniquity and pardons sin, who does not hold your anger forever, but are pleased to show mercy. You, Lord, will return to us and have pity on your people. You will trample down our sins and toss them into the depths of the sea (cf. 7: 18-19). The pages of the prophet Isiah can also be meditated upon concretely during this season of prayer, fasting and works of charity: “Is not this the fast that I choose: to loosen the bonds of wickedness, to undo the thongs of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry, and bring the homeless poor into your house; when you see the naked, to cover him, and not to hide yourself from your own flesh? Then shall your light break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up speedily; your righteousness shall go before you, the glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard. Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; you shall cry, and he will say, here I am. If you take away from the midst of you the yoke, the pointing of the finger and satisfy the desire of the afflicted, then shall your light rise in the darkness and your gloom be as the noonday. And the Lord will guide you continually, and satisfy your desire with good things, and make your bones strong; and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose water fails not” (58: 6-11) [Misericordiae Vultus, No.17]
VOCATION VIEW: Like sun through a stained glass window, the Spirit of God can shine in your life to rouse the best in another. Come, follow Him.
Retreat Day - Sunday, 19th June 2016 “God’s Name is Mercy” and Prayer for Healing with Fr Ken Barker Missionaries of God's Love
commencing with Mass at 11.00am, finishing 3.30pm St Thomas’ Catholic Church Camp Hill,
Car park entrance, Stephen St. BYO lunch, drinks provided. Please invite others.
Info Paul: 0417 104 460; Frank 0405 514 929
Knights of the Southern Cross (Branch 81) Dinner Raising funds for Soubirous Place
Southern Cross Sports Club, Klumpp Road, Upper Mt Gravatt
Friday, 27th May - 6.30pm for 7.00pm Dinner will include 2 course meal and tea coffee - cost $40.00
Bookings essential by Friday, 20th May 2016 Contact Bernard Hatton on 0411 140 031
Caritas Receipts are on the back table for collection.
2016 Terrace Past Mothers’ Mass and Gathering Mass at 10.00am, Sunday, 12th June 2016, in the Chapel of the Holy Family, followed by High Tea in The Founders’ Room, St. Joseph’s College, Gregory Terrace. $20 per head (Parking available around Terrace and at Centenary Pool) To book: go to www.terrace.qld.edu.au, click on About Us, and then click College Events. Bookings close 8 June. Info: Marianne Eadie (TLG Secretary), 0410 720 067 or [email protected]
CLAIRVAUX MACKILLOP COLLEGE COLLEGE TOUR DAYS
Wednesday, 25 May 2016: 6.30pm – 8.00pm AND
Friday, 10 June 2016: 9.00am – 11.00am Presentation in the Auditorium followed by the College tour
with our Student Leaders. There is an opportunity to meet with our Principal and
members of the Leadership Team. Bookings recommended.
To book a space, please contact our Enrolment Officer – ph. 3347 9223 or email: [email protected]
Corpus Christi Procession Sunday, 29th May 2016 at 2.00pm
St Stephen’s Cathedral, Elizabeth Street, Brisbane Let’s Follow Christ as he Passes Through the City Streets
Procession Rosary Prayers and Benediction lead by Bishop Oudeman
Singles & Solos Brunch This is a group for single and solo people of middle age who meet on the first Sunday of the month . Our next gathering is on Sunday, 5
th June, 2016 at the
Sunnybank Community & Sports Club, 470 McCullough St, Sunnybank. We will meet inside at the Fresco’s Café and Lounge Bar at 10.30 am.
The Entertainment Book The Entertainment Books, which are one of the major fundraisers for Soubirous Place, are available for purchase. The price is still $65.00. Please contact Sr Brigid on 3344 3481 for more information.
Catholic Psychiatric Pastoral Care Invitation to our Annual St Dympna’s Day Celebrations
Saturday, 28th May 2016 St Patrick’s Church, 58 Morgan Street, Fortitude Valley
Free Barbeque Lunch. Parking available in Church grounds. Enquiries: Catholic Psychiatric Pastoral Care - 3252 5461
Your Prayers Are Asked For:
recently deceased: Elaine Mitchell, Marciana Marcelino, Felicity Jones, Delfina Rego, Mick Moloney, Bessie Knight, Emilia Steiner.
those with anniversaries & others who have died: Tomas Obayan, Juan Abuke Sr, Laura Sim, Sonia Ambrosini, Vera Palmieri, Michael Cameron, Joyce Graham, Alison George, Mary Wilson, Reg Warlow, Peggy Fogarty, Bob Gonzo, Ethney Nolan, Damir Fabic,Anne Maree Emerson, Agnes Van Ristell, Willoughby Van Ristell, Nina Stewart, Ernest Stewart, Antonio Verderflok, Ana Powell, Monica Wong Oh Nee.
those who are unwell: Carmen Phairs, Karen, Luciano Leonarduzzi, Margie & Brian, Rebecca Keep, Maryellen Bond,
Gavan Duffy, Blanca Hyland, Clancy Horsington, Yvonne Fletcher, Baby Antonio Sweeney, Mary-Ellen Bond, Angela Locco, Remy Arceo, Mick Maloney, Jean Mills, Carol Tafili, Don Lamuri, Daniel (Jim) Bragg, Baby George Teong, Conrad, Elizabeth Kayrouz, Kathleen Barrett, Patricia Kearney, Suzy March, Patricia Tan.
the Continuing Sick: Baby Antonio Sweeney, Stephen Jillet, Keith Higlett, Robert Weatherley, Betty Catchlove, Marie Vlieg, Isabella, Jason Carroll, Iris George, Barry, Win Murray, Patricia Edwards, Blanche Kiel, Beverley Armstrong, Ray Greenwood, Don & Peggy Ayres, Terry Barrett, Elizabeth Boase, Vaughan Boucher, Maxine Brady, Jeremy Carroll, Marcela Castino, Hilary Collins, Dennis, Mary Dixon, Brian Elliott, Winifred Elliott, Flora Ellis, Malcolm Ellis, Chris Le Fevre, Jan Fooks, Gerry, Sulin Ngui, Mary and George Goode, Brian Mann, Betty Grace, Norma Ives, Stephen Ives , Marianne Kellett, Baby Luka Kello, Ah Chan Lee, Ronnie McGregor, Bianca Miller, Catherine, Miller, Trevor Muller, Jenny Reed, Jim Neehouse, Alice O’Grady,
Peter Ruhland, Robyn Scaysbrook, Noelene Schafer, Annaleese Stewart, Istvan Vadasi, Nicholas Valle, Rosemary Yow.
Remember Us In your Will Preparing a Will is the best way to ensure that the people you care about are properly provided for. When preparing your Will, your heart and mind turn first to your family and loved ones. Once they are provided for, a Will is a unique opportunity to make a significant gift to the people and organisations you care about. Please prayerfully consider including a gift to our Parish. For more information about how you can leave a legacy to Sunnybank or Acacia Ridge Parish, call the Parish Office on 3345 3766.
$500,000
$450,000
$350,000
$300,000
$250,000
$400,000
$224,445
$150,000
Reshaping
The
Future
Sunnybank (Church Refurbishment & Renovations)
$200,000
$100,000
$25,000
$50,000
$200.000
St Thomas More College, Sunnybank 2016 Visitors’ Days
Tuesday, 17th May; 16th August, 9.15am and 4.15pm Please register on 3323 4600 or www.stmc.qld.edu.au
Celebrating 16 years with Our Mother of Perpetual Help
9 weeks Novena & Benediction Sat 23 April to 18 June Feast Day on Sat 25 June
We invite you to the special 9 weeks Novena & Benediction from Saturday, 23 April to 18 June. The 16th Feast of Our Mother of Perpetual Help will be celebrated on Saturday, 25th June . All are welcome! For details contact Patrick & Celine on 32734254.
Our Lady of Fatima, Acacia Ridge Church 50 YEARS GOLDEN JUBILEE
5th June 2016 at 9.00 am
Mass celebrated by His Grace Archbishop Mark Coleridge.
Entertainment and Fellowship meal after Mass at the school undercover area. All attending are invited to bring a plate to share.
Aria Angels Term 2 Brisbane South Deanery Wednesdays, 9.00am for 9.30am start - 11.00am Our Lady of Lourdes, Sunnybank - Cost: $6.00
Dates: 18 May 1 June 15 June 25 May 8 June
Contact Anne Scott 0419 642 490 or Parish Office 33455766
RCIA On 9th June at 7.00pm in the Paloma Complex there will be an Enquiry Night for anyone wishing to learn about the Catholic Religion. If you know of anyone who is interested, invite them to come along.
Sunnybank/Acacia Ridge Parishes Friendship Group
We are planning a River Cruise on 27th July, 2016.
Bookings for this will be taken at our June meetings. More information will be available at our Fashion Parade. Contacts: Peter Hoole 3272 8421; Dawn Angus 3711 9465.
Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group Saturdays, 1.30pm - 3.00pm
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Sunnybank
Next meeting: 7th and 21st May; 11th and 25th June, 9th and 23rd July; 6th and 20th August.
All Hallows’ School Open Day 2016 Sunday, 29th May at 11.00am
We invite you to discover the All Hallows’ difference. Commencing at 11.00am with a formal introduction and information session, the day includes the opportunity to view displays, spend time with staff and students, enjoy performances, view academic and co-curricular displays, meet past pupils and tour the School. To register please visit www.ahs.qld.edu.au. Limited car parking.
PARISH STAFF & CONTACTS
Pastoral Associate
Stella Noskoff rsj [email protected]
Parish Office Staff
Karrin Halliday Parish Manager
Michelle DeAmbrosis Secretary
Tam Nguyen (Accounts)
Caring Coordinator Bernadette Christian
Unite Youth/Young Adults Coordinators
Steven & Eloise Bird 0403 182 617
Centacare - Sunnybank Aged Care
Community Program Manager Jennifer Vanarey
3216 9554
Paloma Reception Centre
3345 6666 www.palomacentre.com.au
OLOL School, Sunnybank
Principal - Mark Badke 3345 0700
OLOL OSHC
Co-ordinator - Sarubh Malviya 3344 3064
OLOF School, Acacia Ridge Principal - Damian Gambley
3275 1152
St Stephen’s School, Algester
Principal - Phil Manitta 3711 4911
St Stephen's OSHC
Co-ordinator - Victoria Hickling 3711 9291
St Thomas More College, Sunnybank
Principal - Peter Elmore 3323 4600
Soubirous Place
Coordinator - Sr Brigid Courtney RSM
3344 3481
Sunnybank Parish
Groundsperson Natalie Langer
Housekeepers: Therese Prygiel Louise Weston
EDGE this Friday the 20th of
May from 7-9pm
In the Avocado Room of Paloma
EDGE is a youth group for those in grade
6-8, new people are ALWAYS welcomed.
It is a place where young people can grow
up together. Have fun, make friends,
learn about the faith in a fun and relevant
way and explore issues that impact them.
Life Nite NEXT Sunday the
22nd of May from 7-8:45pm Fears vs Dreams
LifeNite is a youth group for those in grade
9-12, new people are ALWAYS welcome. It is a place where young people can come together create lifelong friendships, have fun and learn
about how the faith can be relevant in your life! It’s a place where the tough questions can
be asked and real answers are given!
Roster for the Next Youth Ministered
Mass Sunday 22nd May
MUSICIANS: R. Crawford, E. Dulay, P. Avinante, G. King
SINGERS: S. Crawford, M. Primacio, L. Dulay, K. Dulay
READERS: C. Brown, C. Son, L. Kadell
OFFERTORY: A. Eastgate, S. Randle
ALTAR SERVERS: S. Lamuri, R. Guerra, G. Roe
SPECIAL MINISTERS: S. Eastgate, S. Kadell, S. Luate-Wani, S. Leaso, C. Ranatunga, S. Robb, Y.
Hsieh
BBQ: D. Eastgate
Need to contact us? We, Steven and Eloise, are the youth
ministers at our parish. Please feel
free to contact us to find out more
about what we do or to get involved.
We always love to hear from you!
Phone: 0403 182 617
No BBQ this weekend but
it will be back next weekend!
Youth and Young
Raising money to renovate and build our new church!!
There will be a small money box outside Paloma before and after each youth
ministered Mass, please consider making a donation, all money raised will go
towards the Church renovations, we are hoping to raise enough for a pew.
Every bit counts—what can you contribute today?
Friday 20th May Nightfever is an open night of prayer and Eucharistic Adoration. It involves the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament while volunteers outside invite people to come in and light a candle. During this time they can
enjoy touching music, engage in Christian fellowship or take a moment of peace before the presence of Our
Lord. There is also an opportunity for confession, to talk to a priest or to converse with others happy to share the
Faith and answer questions.
The evening begins with Mass at 6pm in St Stephen’s Cathedral. The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed after mass until 11pm. All ages are welcome and encouraged to come and spend time in adoration
between 7-11pm.