St Liborius Parish

VISION: We, the St Liborius parish Community, seek to support each other in growing together in faith and sharing this faith with the wider community.

St Augustine’s (Myers Flat), St Stephen’s (Raywood) Communities Growing Together

7th August, 2016 - nineteenth Sunday in ordinary time, YEAR c

History regarding New Parish Priest Fr Antony

Fr Antony, prior to coming to St Liborius, was Parish Administrator at Heathcote for approx. 5 years. In his Sunday sermon he referred to the people from Heathcote querying why he decided to leave the Parish: Wasn't he happy? Had the parishioners upset him. His response was that a priest should never stay too long in one parish. The priest should never get complacent, for if he does, as he described it, it is like a flowing river or creek; if it doesn't continue to flow it becomes stagnant, dirty or sick and eventually dies. He states that to keep it healthy and vibrant the priest must move and share the gospel of the Lord to new parishioners and people. Fr Antony belongs to a missionary society called the Missionary Society of St Thomas the Apostle (MST) which started in 1968, and he is one of the 3rd group of priests ordained. Now there are 340 priests working in 15 countries throughout the world .

Father Antony is a member of the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church which is one of the 22 Eastern (Oriental) Catholic Churches in full communion with Rome. It is the second largest Eastern Catholic Church after the Ukrainian Church and the largest of the Saint Thomas Christian (Nazrani) denominations with 4.8 million believers. The Syro-Malabar Church, with its deep-rooted spirituality and high rate of vocations to priesthood and religious life, can be considered as the most vibrant Catholic community in the world.

The Syro-Malabar Church is an Apostolic Church which traces its origin to St. Thomas, the Apostle, who landed at Cranganore (Muziris) in 52A.D. and founded seven Christian communities in Kerala. St. Thomas was martyred in A.D. 72 at Mylapore, near Chennai/Madras. The early Christian community in India was known as St. Thomas Christians. They were also called Nazranis, meaning those who follow the path of Jesus of Nazareth.

From early centuries the Church of St Thomas Christians came into contact with the East Syrian Church, which also traces its origins to apostle Thomas. From the fourth century until the end of the 16th Century Thomas Christians were governed by Bishops who were appointed and sent by the patriarch of the East Syrian Church. The arrival of the Portuguese in the 16th Century marks a new era in the life of the Thomas Christians. Today the Syro Malabar Church is the second largest eastern church in the Catholic community and constitutes the largest group of the St Thomas Christians. The other two catholic church’s in India are the Latin Church and the Syro Malankara Church. At present there are five Arch Diocese and 13 dioceses in the Kerala state, and 12 other diocese outside Kerala state in India, 4 other dioceses outside India. The diocese outside India are Melbourne, Australia, Chicago - USA, Britain and all Europe. The Syro Malabar rite is very actively involved in education, social and health related fields. 4860 education, 262 ecclesiastical and 2614 health and charitable institutions. The corporate contribution of the Syro Malabar Church to nation building is inestimable.

Pope Francis Corner Amoris Laetitia (The Joy of Love)

by the Holy Father FRANCIS, to Bishops, Priests and Deacons, Consecrated Persons, Christian Married Couples, and all the Lay Faithful---

On Love in the Family

Continued from last week 22. In this brief review, we can see that the word of God is not a series of abstract ideas but rather a source of comfort and companionship for every family that experiences difficulties or suffering. For it shows them the goal of their journey, when God “will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning nor crying nor pain any more” (Rev 21:4). The work of your hands 23. At the beginning of Psalm 128, the father appears as a labourer who by the work of his hands sustains the physical well-being and tranquillity of his family: “You shall eat the fruit of the labour of your hands; you shall be happy, and it shall be well with you” (Ps 128:2). It is clear from the very first pages of the Bible that work is an essential part of human dignity; there we read that “the Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to till it and keep it” (Gen 2:15). Man is presented as a labourer who works the earth, harnesses the forces of nature and produces “the bread of anxious toil” (Ps 127:2), in addition to cultivating his own gifts and talents. 24. Labour also makes possible the development of society and provides for the sustenance, stability and fruitfulness of one’s family: “May you see the prosperity of Jerusalem all the days of your life! May you see your children’s children!” (Ps 128:5-6). The Book of Proverbs also presents the labour of mothers within the family; their daily work is described in detail as winning the praise of their husbands and children (cf. 31:10-31). The Apostle Paul was proud not to live as a burden to others, since he worked with his own hands and assured his own livelihood (cf. Acts 18:3; 1 Cor 4:12; 9:12). Paul was so convinced of the necessity of work that he laid down a strict rule for his communities: “If anyone will not work, let him not eat” (2 Th 3:10; cf. 1 Th 4:11).

Next Week’s Readings Jeremiah 38:4-6,8-10 Hebrews 12:1-4 Luke 12: 49-53

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia, alleluia! Be watchful and ready: You know not when the Son of Man is coming. Alleluia!

Responsorial Psalm Happy the people the Lord has chosen to be his own.

Papal Prayer Intentions for August 2016

Sports That sports may be an opportunity for friendly encounters between peoples and may contribute to peace in the world. Living the Gospel That Christians may live the Gospel, giving witness to faith, honesty, and love of neighbor.

The secret to joy: never suppress positive curiosity; get involved, because life is meant to be lived. 2 August

The Word Today Wisdom 18:6-9 Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-19 Luke 12: 32-48

With St Liborius, St Stephen & St Augustine, let us be a spiritual benefactor to

each other in prayer, especially for the health and well-being of:

Pray for our seminarians: Dean Klayford Bongat, Adi Indra, Jackson Saunders & DJ Suguitan.

May they rest in the peace of Christ. Amen.

In faith and hope let us pray for those who

have gone before us and those whose

anniversaries occur around this time.

Sylvester Cooper, Dennis Ryan, William Smith, Joan Evans, Mary Phair, Francina Rijken,

Marie Smith, Carlo Petrovich, Thelma Doyle, Ida O’Shea, Alan McCashney, Paul Murray,

William Richards, Jack McMahon Frances Toy, Agnes Buckner

Anniversaries:

Recently Deceased: Anton Szpigun

PRAYER FOR THE WORLD God of mercy, source of life and origin

of all things created We praise you for your constant care

and concern for us. We thank you for your unconditional love for us. In humility, we ask forgiveness for all our sins.

Father, we humbly ask you grant your peace in the world.

With your healing power, comfort those who are suffering from

any form of illness, With your Divine Mercy,

comfort those who are victims of violence and those victims of natural disasters

and calamities. By the light of your love and mercy,

put an end to the darkness in the world perpetrated by the works of the evil one

and of the evil ideologies and selfish motives, With the power of the Holy Spirit,

we ask this through Christ, Your Son, our Lord and Saviour,

forever and ever. Amen.

As we gather to worship, we acknowledge the Traditional owners and custodians of this land- the Jaara Country we are standing on- the Jaara people of the Dja Dja Wurrung community and their forebears who have been custodians of this land for centuries.

Mary De Nardis, Bridget Stewart, Ted Verryt, Mikkael Floyd Magpulong, Doreen Dibdib, Lise Cook, Mary Furlong, Paul Woodward, Russell Milikins, Jodie Ryan, Bryan Keogh, Frank White, Margaret Berriman, Zoey Lovejoy, Gerald Smith,

Cynthia Griego, Muriel Maes, Patricia Schultz, Bert Caldow, Angeline Caldow, Gary Jones, Frances Cushing, Brendan Irwin, Ian Connally, Jocelyn Lyon, Marie Casey, Georgie Manning, Teresa Brandreth, Denis Pommer, Mary Salmon Eiffe, Marianne Cuskelly, Mary McAdam,

Rosalia Van Leuwen, Kevin Tobias, Shirley Baker, Carmel McCashney, Bert Youla, Denise Wong, Melinda May, Ian Johnson, Maureen O’Keefe, Josefina Wilson, Xavier White, Claire Dearaugo, Des Tobias. Rosario Jewell, Tila Wynands, Christine Longmire

PARISH MATTERS

WORSHIP REPORT The PPC recently requested a report which we refer to as the Worship report; regarding various people within the parish assisting Father to administer to his flock as he sees fit. We will be commenting on each of these groups over the next few weeks, informing you of the activities of each group and where we may be able to assist them. This week is on Extraordinary Minister of Communion. Elisabeth McDermott is one of approx. 18 extraordinary ministers of communion associated with St Liborius. For the past 14 years she has been active in this role. Elisabeth’s involvement as an extraordinary minister of Communion involves visiting Benetas (formerly St Laurence Crt) most Fridays on rotation. Elisabeth currently is on the weekend roster mass’s at St Liborius two or three times a month depending availability, could even be more. She gets great joy in taking the Blessed Sacrament to the elderly and has developed quite a relationship with most of them. The greatest challenges are finding an address if asked to visit someone in their home as well as also keeping to the roster if/when it clashes with other events. Along with all the other ministries associated with St Liborius she would encourage and welcome more people to become involved as an extraordinary minister of communion.

SUNDAY WELCOMERS WANTED We would love to have some extra people to welcome those who come to Sunday morning Mass. This would be on a roster system once a month. If you would like to do this please give your name in at the Parish Centre or contact Maureen Bourke on 54468821

BIBLE STUDY Where: St Libor ius Par ish Centre When: Wednesday 17th August @ 6.30pm Topic: John 11: 28-37 Jesus Weeps All are welcome and bring your bible.

CWL MORNING TEA Come and join us for morning tea and entertainment on Thursday 18th August at 10.15am in the Par ish Centre. Entry $5, raffle and lucky door prize

CATHOLIC WOMENS LEAGUE The annual visit to the Poor Clare sisters for the feast of St Clare will take place on Thursday 11th August. Donations for the sisters would be appreciated, contact Mary Haugh on 54467049 or Maureen Bourke on 54468821.

RIDES TO MASS If you know of anyone who would like to get to a weekend Mass but cannot because of no car or distance, arrangements could be made. Contact Tracy at the Parish Office on 54468235. Tracy’s hours are Wed, Thurs 10.30-2.30 and Friday 10-3pm.

INSTALLATION OF FR ANTONY JOSEPH Saturday 13th August at 6.00pm mass Bishop Les Tomlinson will be installing Fr Antony Joseph as Parish Priest at St Liborius. After which light refreshments will be provided at the Parish Centre. All parishioners are welcome to attend both functions. A plate brought to share would be much appreciated.

ST MARY MacKILLOP FEAST DAY St Mary MacKillop Feast Day Monday 8th of August. All parishioners are invited to celebrate Mass at 9.15am come and celebrate our national Saint feast day with all the school children.

ST LIBORIUS SCHOOL

Dear Parents and Friends of St Liborius, Feast Day of Mary of the Cross MacKillop - On Monday 8th we will celebrate the feast day of Mary of the Cross MacKillop. Mary Helen MacKillop (15 January 1842 - 8 August 1909), also known as Saint Mary of the Cross, was an Australian Roman Catholic nun who, together with Father Julian Tenison Woods, founded the Sisters of St Joseph of the Sacred Heart and a number of schools and welfare institutions throughout Australasia with an emphasis on education for the poor, particularly in country areas. Since her death she has attracted much veneration in Australia and internationally. Fr Antony will celebrated his first whole school mass with us for the feast of Mary MacKillop on Monday, which is exciting. Last week we held our Founders Day which provided the children with workshop activities around our catholic identity and those significant spiritual leaders of St Liborius school, including Mary MacKillop. We will conclude the day with a concert by Micheal Mangan, a sensational singer who has produced many of the songs that the children sing regularly at mass and during liturgies. St Liborius Athletics Carnival- This Friday the Yr 3-6 students will participate in the 2016 Athletics Carnival, which will be held at the Flora Hill athletics track. The weather is meant to be fine and with the help of a number of parents we should have a successful day. Tomorrow we welcome our SEDA student friends who will hold clinics for all the students. 2017 Prep Interviews - Next week I will begin the privilege of meeting with our new Preps and their families in preparation for the beginning of their formal education next year. This is a significant occasion for all involved and starts the transition pro-cess into St Liborius. Regards Frank Dullard, Principal

Youth Corner STRONGER RETREAT REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! When: 16-18 September Where: Feathertop Chalet, Harrietville Cost: $165 Join us if you’re 16-25 for a weekend with 100 other young people from our diocese having fun, growing in discipleship and learning about your faith with our guest speaker Fr Bony Abraham, an MGL priest from Canberra. Registrations are now open at strongeryouth.com. Transport may be available. For more info follow @StrongerYouth or contact Danii at Danielle.sullivan@sandhurst.catholic.org.au MGL SISTERS CONSECRATED LIFE WEEKEND AUGUST 26-28 Been wondering what the sisters do...what our life is all about? This weekend is aimed at young women aged 18-35 who want to grab an opportunity to come and hear, ask and experience prayer, talks, sisterhood and sharing to help discern their vocation. The weekend will be held at our house in North Balwyn and the parish centre of St Dominic's, Camberwell. For more information contact the sisters on 03 9857 8177 or mglsisters.melb@gmail.com STRONGER L!VE Our next Stronger L!VE will be on the 25th of August in Shepparton. Stronger LIVE is a chance for young adults to come together with other young people who share their faith and a chance to discuss relevant and engaging topics. Stronger L!VE is free an 18+ event. Meals are available for purchase.

MARIST COLLEGE

Dear Parents, Senior Leadership Appointments - I am very pleased to announce the following three appointments. Mrs Kathy Hopkinson will join us as our F-4 Learning Experience Leader. Mr Jeremy Darmody will become the Years 5 - 8 Learning Experience Leader. Mr Brian Brasher joins us as our Years 9 - 12 Learning Experience Leader. We are indeed blessed to be able to attract and appoint leaders of such quality to join our Leadership Team from the beginning of 2017. Year 7 Spirituality Day - Congratulations to our Year 7 students on the wonderful day they created for their first Spirituality Day last Thursday. Being Ready to Learn - As we approach the middle of Term 3 our students are finding that the plump pencil cases they brought in at the start of Term 1 are looking a little skinnier. In order to ensure your young person is prepared to learn please chat with them to find out if they need some of their resources replenished. Child safety - I have mentioned in previous letters that all schools in Victoria are now required to ensure that children are in a safe environment at school. Last week we attached two important documents, which were difficult to read; so they are attached again this week in a clearer format. Any visitors to Marist will now be asked to read and abide by our Child Safety Code of Conduct. It is important for all parents to realise that this code of conduct applies to all adults (including parents) who visit the College. Darren McGregor Principal

BENDIGO & DIOCESAN MATTERS OUR SCHOOLS

‘THE PSALMS OF MERCY’ A Day of Prayer and Reflection for the Sandhurst Diocese in the Year of Mercy. Bishop Les Tomlinson, Fr Brian Boyle, Maria Weatherill, Lyn Breen. When: SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3, 2016 10.30am – 3.00 pm (Morning Tea from 10.00 am). Where: Mercy Centre, Sacred Heart Primary School, Hogan St, TATURA. ALL WELCOME. No cost. Lunch provided - donation if possible. A time of reflection and prayer on the Psalms of Mercy, as we come together as a Diocesan community and family, to pray about the gifts of Mercy in our lives, and deepen our understanding and experience of God’s Mercy. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL: Sandhurst Diocese Chancery E: adultfaith@sandhurst.catholic.org.au or ‘Ph: 03 5441 2544.

ST CLARE (TRANSITUS) There will be prayer and reflection on the life and death of St. Clare (Transitus) on Wednesday 10 August at 7:00pm – at the Poor Clare Monastery, Edwards Road Kennington. All most welcome, with light refreshments afterwards.

CATHOLIC COLLEGE BENDIGO Year 9 Production 2016 “GREASE” When: Thursday 18 & Friday 19 August, 7.30pm Saturday 20 August, 6.30pm Where: ULUMBARRA THEATRE, GAOL ROAD Tickets: Adults $30; Student/Conc. $23; Family of 4 $80; Family of 5 $90. The Capital Box Office on 5434 6100 or online at www.gotix.com.au. Book, music and lyrics by JIM JACOBS and WARREN CASEY By arrangement with ORiGiN™ THEATRICAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW

THE RENNAISSANCE OF MARRIAGE CONFERENCE Unpacking Amoris Laetitia

The 2016 National Marriage Conference in Sydney October 21-22, organised by the Marriage Resource Centre, CSME (Catholic Society for Marriage Education) and ACMFC (Australian Catholic Marriage & Family Council), will draw inspiration from Pope Francis’ Amoris Laetitia, and have a strong emphasis on initiatives that meet the real needs of Australian Catholic families. Local and world renowned speakers, will provide insights and practical tools you can use to go forward and make a difference to marriage culture in our world. See: www.rom.org.au

CONTACT US

Office Hours: Tue 10.30am-1.00pm Wed/Thu 10.30am-2.30pm Fri 10.00am-3.00pm

Phone: 5446 8235 (Parish Office) Address: 50 Panton Street Eaglehawk 3556 Email: eaglehawk@sandhurst.catholic.org.au

Web: stliboriuscatholicparish.wordpress.com

Parish Priest: Fr. Antony Joseph Mobile: 0431 889 511 Email antonypedi@gmail.com Parish Secretary: Tracy Rober ts After Hours (7pm—7am) Emergency Catholic Clergy Contact: 0429 371 253 SCHOOL Phone: 5446 9172 Principal: Frank Dullard Deputy: Alistair Stewart Secretary: Louise O’Connor Chaplain: Louise Trewhella

PARISH ORGANISATIONS

Parish Pastoral Council

Ex-Officio: Fr Antony Joseph, Frank Dullard, Darren McGregor. Members: Michael Nolan, Cathy Mitchell, Terry McDermott, Brendan Keogh, Kathy Taylor, Anne O’Brien, Brian Bourke, Trish Mudge, Margaret Watson.

Parish Finance Committee

Laurie Fitzgerald, Terry Westaway, Geoff Gallagher, John Pallotta

Planned Giving David Trewarne

Parish Liturgy Team Mary Haugh, Karyn McDermott, Elizabeth McDermott, Sandie Westaway, Maureen Bourke

Parish Loss & Grief Team

Elizabeth McDermott, Jane Bretherton, Patricia Angelini, Joan Noonan, Cathy Mitchell, Tricia Blanks, Eilis Whelan

Parish Sacramental Team Denise Webb, Jenny Chirgwin, Holly Webster, Claire Flood & Trish Blanks

Catholic Women’s League

Mary Haugh, Maureen Bourke

Legion of Mary Peg Singe / Anne O’Brien

RCIA Team Tricia Blanks, Brian Bourke, Maureen Bourke, Anne-Maree McDonell

Tuesday Communion Round Co-ordinator: Sandie Westaway

Friday Communion Round Co-ordinator: Anne Trewarne

KSC Community Welfare Project Brian Bourke: 5446 8821

R.S.J. Margaret Tobias

Caritas Project Compassion Brian Bourke

Children’s Liturgy Denise Webb & Natalie Duane (1st and 3rd Sunday of month)

God Start Anne O’Brien

Piety Stall Michael O’Dea, Anne O’Brien

PLANNED GIVING — Thank You

COLLECTIONS FOR 31st July

ENVELOPES: LOOSE: DIRECT DEBIT

$1435.90 TOTAL:

$839.00 $316.90 $280.00

Mass Welcomers Lectors Extraordinary

Ministers of Holy Communion

This Weekend 6.00pm

K Fitzpatrick B Bourke

1st: 2nd:

L Fitzgerald S McGowan

J Chirgwin, A O’Brien, A Trewarne

10.30am M Dole D Purden

1st:2nd:

M Gill K Taylor

E McDermott, M Smith, K Waters

Next Weekend 6.00pm

1st: 2nd:

10.30am 1st:2nd:

PARISH ACTIVITIES

WEEKLY

Wise Eaters Every Monday at 9.30am. Walk N Talk Every Tuesday at 9.30am. Brunch Kitchen Every Tuesday at 11.30am (exc school holidays) Euchre Card Club Every Tuesday at 7.30pm. Legion of Mary Every Wednesday at 10.00am and Every Friday at 7.30pm. Vocaltones Every Thursday at 7.30pm (exc school holidays) Parish Sacramental Team Every Tuesday at 7.00pm Mothers Prayer Every Friday 10.30am till 11.30

MONTHLY

Secular Franciscans Every 2nd Mon of the month at 7.30pm. Liturgy Meeting Every 1st Tue of the month at 2.00pm. Parish Finance Committee Meeting Every 4th Tue of the month at 7.00pm. Parish Pastoral Council Meeting Every 2nd Wed of the month at 6.30pm. Card making Every 2nd Wed of the month at 1.30pm. Catholic Women’s League Every 4th Wed of the month at 1.30pm. BEC Meeting - Group D Every 1st Fri of the month at 1.30pm. R.S.J. Meeting 3rd Wed of every 2nd month at 10.30am. Bendigo Textile Group Every 2nd Sun of the month at 10.00am. Contact: Barbara Lomas 0417313760 Knights of the Southern Cross Every 2nd Thu of the month. Contact: Brian Bourke 5446 8821

MASSES THIS WEEK

Mon No Mass Tues - Friday 9:15am Mass

P.S. Funeral Mass replaces the Mass of the day

Saturday 9.15am Mass (St Augustine’s Myers Flat- followed by brunch) 6.00pm (Parish) Sunday 9.00am (Raywood) 10.30am (Parish)

5.30pm Syro Malabar Rite Mass at St Francis Xavier’s Church, 24 Strickland Road

SACRAMENTS

Reconciliation

Everyday of the week 40mins prior to Mass except on Sunday.

Anointing of the sick

Please ring parish office.

Baptisms

Please call in to the parish office for a Baptism kit ($25).

Baptism preparation is conducted on the first Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm at St Kilian’s Parish Centre.

Bookings required. Phone 5441 6244.

Weddings

Bookings must be made at least six months prior.

Please ring parish office.

ROSTERS

What a Life!

Terri asked her Sunday School class to draw pictures of their favorite Bible sto-ries. She was puzzled by Kyle's picture, which showed four people on an air-

plane, so she asked him which story it was meant to represent.

"The flight to Egypt," said Kyle.

"I see ... And that must be Mary, Joseph, and Baby Jesus," Ms. Terri said.

"But who's the fourth person?"

"Oh, that's Pontius-the Pilot.