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

28th August, 2016 - twenty-second Sunday in ordinary time, YEAR c

The majority of parishioners would be aware that we have been transcribing the official Pope Francis Amoris Laetitia (The Joy of Love) for the last couple of months. For some of us it can be pretty hard going to take fully in, those that are capable can persevere for the others (like Michael) we have decided to have a revisitation to hopefully present it in an easier format.

The story continues. In chapter eight Pope Francis considers situations not in accord with the church’s ideas. Here Pope Francis demonstrates the “logic of pastoral mercy” and reaffirms the role of the church as a “field hospital”. He acknowledges that “some forms of union radically contradict the Christian ideal, while others realise it in at least a partial and analogues way.” Therefore “there is a need to avoid judgements which do not take into account the complexity of various situations. He goes on: “It is a matter of reaching out to everyone, of needing to help each person find his or her proper way of participating in the ecclesial community, and thus being touched by an unmerited, unconditional and gratuitous mercy”.

Towards the end of this chapter Pope Francis writes: “I encourage the faithful who find themselves in complicated situation's to speak confidently with their pastors or with other lay people….. They may not always encounter in them a confirmation of their own ideas of desires, but they will surely receive some light to help them better understand their situation and discover a path to personal growth. At the same time Pope Francis encourages pastors to respond sympathetically.

The ninth and final chapter is devoted to the spirituality of marriage and family life. In the last paragraph Pope Francis declares: “No family drops down from heaven perfectly formed; families need constantly to grow and mature in the ability to love...All of us are called to keep striving towards something greater than ourselves and our families, and every family must feel this constant impulse. Let us make this journey as family's, let us keep walking together… May we never lose heart because of our limitations or ever stop seeking that fullness of love and communion which God holds our before us. What Pope Francis has done in the Joy of Love is daring. As pastor of the universal church he has declared his trust in peoples capacity to navigate their own way through the labyrinth of marriage and family life. Like a wise parent he chooses not to control the lives of believers, but “lovingly to help them grow in freedom, maturity,

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

CHAPTER TWO THE EXPERIENCES AND CHALLENGES OF FAMILIES 31. The welfare of the family is decisive for the future of the world and that of the Church. Countless studies have been made of marriage and the family, their current problems and challenges. We do well to focus on concrete realities, since “the call and the demands of the Spirit resound in the events of history”, and through these “the Church can also be guided to a more profound understanding of the inexhaustible mystery of marriage and the family”. I will not attempt here to present all that might be said about the family today. Nonetheless, because the Synod Fathers examined the situation of families worldwide, I consider it fitting to take up some of their pastoral insights, along with concerns derived from my own experience. THE CURRENT REALITY OF THE FAMILY. 32. “Faithful to Christ’s teaching we look to the reality of the family today in all its complexity, with both its lights and shadows… Anthropological and cultural changes in our times influence all aspects of life and call for an analytic and diversified approach”. Several decades ago, the Spanish bishops noted that families have come to enjoy greater freedom “through an equitable distribution of duties, responsibilities and tasks”; indeed, “a greater emphasis on personal communication between the spouses helps to make family life more humane”, while “neither today’s society nor that to which we are progressing allow an uncritical survival of older forms and models”. It is also evident that “the principal tendencies in anthropological-cultural changes” are leading “individuals, in personal and family life, to receive less and less support from social structures than in the past”.

Next Week’s Readings Wisdom 9:13-18 Philemon 9-10, 12-17 Luke 14:25-33

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia, alleluia! Take my yoke upon you: learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart. Alleluia!

Responsorial Psalm God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor.

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.

Where there is love, there is also understanding and forgiveness. 19 August

The Word Today Ecclesiasticus 3:17-20,28-29 Hebrews 12:18-19,22-24 Luke 14:1,7-14

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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.

Maree Fitzgerald, Horie Metcalf, Sylvia Gardner, Elizabeth Jinks, Archibold Gardiner, Myrtle Lobb, Katherine Fitzpatrick,

Gordon Castle, Alice Dunn, Thomas Gladman, Marjorie Rogers, Desmond Nelson Cirila Amaya Jorolan

Anniversaries:

Recently Deceased: Gerald Fitzpatrick

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, Rachel Jackson

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

***** CHANGE OF TIME ***** MOTHERS’ PRAYERS: Do you want to join with other

women to confidently pray for your children & grandchildren? Join us in the Mothers Prayers on Fridays 10am in the Parish Centre.

Ring Beryl 54414019 for information.

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 Trish Blanks and Michael Nolan as our main Projector Operators. Recent additions for the school mass’s are Sandy and Terry Westaway. Trish has been operating the projector for the Sunday morning Mass for approx last 3 years. Spending 2-3 hours in preparation which includes liaising with Mary Haugh, to check what hymns are to be played each Sunday. Trish loves the liturgy of the mass and is happy to be involved and is often challenged by computer glitzes. Michael’s involvement is the Saturday evening masses for the past 5 years. He and Tracy have got it down pat so that a minimum time is used in preparation of the PowerPoint display. He doesn't feel it is an onerous task. The hymns are chosen based on their suitability for the weeks readings, along with what he assumes the parishioners know to join in. Michael is satisfied with the current setup and doesn't hesitate to seek assistance if and when required. Kathy Taylor has summarised the Worship report which has made an appearance in the Bulletin over the past few months. Children's liturgy, Choir, Sacristans, Lectors, Welcomers, Liturgy group, Extraordinary Ministers and Projector operators. Hopefully the parishioners gained a better understanding of the roles of each individual connected with the above mentioned groups who each in their own way contributes to the celebration of Mass in our parish. The ministries as you can see are varied, some requiring lots of skill, some just need to be a friendly welcoming face, but all are essential in the expression of faith in our parish. I am sure God smiled when each of these people said “Yes” to the invitation to participate. If you or anyone of you would like to assist within any of these ministries please don’t hesitate to contact a member or let Tracy in the parish office know to help spread the load and hopefully with your kind assistance rejuvenate each particular ministry.

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

OUR LADY’S BIRTHDAY Thursday 8th September is the birthday of Our Lady, and to celebrate, Rosary will be prayed continuously after Mass on that day until 11am. All welcome to join in.

Fr ANTONY HOME VISITATIONS Fr Antony has commenced home visitations and hopes to visit all parishioners at least once a year to get to know you and your family. Those who don’t want a visit please let Tracy (54 468 235) know so that there won’t be any inconvenience to you or Fr Antony.

Please note: Commencing this Monday and every Monday until further notice 6pm Mass at St Liborius. All welcome

ST LIBORIUS SCHOOL

Dear Parents and Friends of St Liborius, Today we were all greeted by a vast array of characters from books that the children have read. Everyone looked sensational thanks to the help from the mums, dads & grandparents. After our Book Week Parade the children were treated to an original performance from The Blurbs, a band of muso’s who create their act reflecting the award winning books for this year. The children have been rehearsing specific songs to allow them to join in on the performance and the end result was sensational. Thank you to Kerrie Anne Phil-brick who not only organised the Blurb’s but ran a colouring in competition and the book fair. Thank you Kerrie Anne. Junior Athletics Carnival - The carnival has been re-scheduled for Thursday 1st September from 11.30am-1.30pm. New Building - How good does the new building works look!!! The finish is near with the cleaners coming in this week. Fit out by the teachers will begin next week and soon these new areas will be fully utilised by the students. Catholic Athletics - All the very best to the children who are representing St Liborius at the Bendigo Catholic Athletics next Monday. Sandhurst Arts on Show - Next Wednesday a number of students will venture to Shepparton to join other catholic school students from Sandhurst to take part in the ‘Sandhurst Arts on Show’ performance. All the best and thank you to Vicki Westcott and Alannah Darmody for their guidance and support of the children on this journey. Frank Dullard, Principal

Youth Corner

STRONGER RETREAT REGISTRATIONS ARE CLOSING SOON! When: 16-18 September Where: Feathertop Chalet, Harrietville Cost: $165 Registrations for the 2016 Stronger Retreat close on September 2nd! Register now if you’re 16-25 years old to join 100 other young people from our diocese having fun, growing in discipleship and learning about your faith with our guest speakers The sisters of the immaculata and Fr Rob Galea. Registrations are now open at strongeryouth.com. Transport may be available. For more info follow @StrongerYouth on Facebook 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

MARIST COLLEGE

Dear Parents, Learning circles with a difference - One of our real strengths at Marist has been the development of the 1:14 system. A significant element of this is the Learning Circle each term. This practice of meeting with the 1:14 Educator provides many positive outcomes. It has been suggested by some parents that they would also like to have the opportunity to meet with the other Educators of their child. The learning pit - At Marist we often refer to the “Learning Pit”. It is a metaphor, coined by Educational Psychologist James Nottingham, to describe the experience of really struggling with a certain aspect of learning. Being in the learning pit is an important part of deeper learning. Nottingham proposes that working through uncertainty and then discovering the outcome is a much more satisfying and effective method of learning. It develops resilience and a positive growth mindset. NAPLAN results - On Tuesday, NAPLAN results for all students in Year 7 and 9 were posted out to each family. NAPLAN results provide a valuable snapshot of Literacy and Numeracy standards across Australia. It helps you to know how well your child is achieving in Literacy and Numeracy and track them against students in the same year level across Australia. The tests also form a part of our baseline data at Marist to measure each student’s growth between Years 7 and 9. These results assist Educators to identify areas that require greater attention. As a College, the NAPLAN results form only one part of the data used to determine individual learning for each of our students. While the national tests are a useful diagnostic tool for educators, they should not be considered as the sole measure of a child's ability. At Marist we also examine the ACER PAT M and ACER PAT R data (completed in February/March), in conjunction with the NAPLAN data to determine the next step in the learning journey for each student. Darren McGregor Principal

BENDIGO & DIOCESAN MATTERS OUR SCHOOLS

FATHERS DAY STALL The Gianna Centre is having a Fathers Day stall at Strathvillage. When: Thursday 1st September, Come along and be surprised, Enquiries 5442 4644. or www.gianna.org.au

WORKS OF MERCY Visiting those in need, consoling the bereaved

When: Monday August 29 2016 Fr William (Bill) Attard (CTC & St Therese’s Parish Essendon). Where: Bishop De Campo Hall, CEO Buildings, 120 Hargreaves St, BENDIGO. PASTORAL MINISTRY & HOME VISITATION 9.30 am - 12.15 pm. GRIEF AND LOSS MINISTRY 1.00 pm - 3.30 pm. No Cost. ‘Cuppa’ provided. BYO Lunch if attending both sessions.

PSALMS OF MERCY DIOCESAN RETREAT DAY FOR THE

YEAR OF MERCY When: Saturday Sept 3 2016 10.30am - 3pm Where: Mercy Centre, Sacred Heart Primary School, Hogan St, TATURA. Presenters include: Bishop Les Tomlinson, Fr Brian Boyle, Maria Weatherill, Lyn Breen. No Cost. Lunch provided - donation if possible.

A SPIRITUALITY OF MERCY When: 7 September 2016 7.30 pm - 9.15 pm. Where: Starkey Hall, Knight Street, Shepparton Helder Camara 2016 Series presenter, Dr Susan Timoney, brings a wealth of experience and insights into parish ministry, evangelisation, lay vocations and mission and Catholic Spirituality. For all events above PLEASE RSVP Email: adultfaith@sandhurst.catholic.org.au OR Ph: (03) 5441 2544.

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 21st August

ENVELOPES: LOOSE: DIRECT DEBIT

$1347.00 TOTAL:

$887.00 $237.00 $223.00

Mass Welcomers Lectors Extraordinary

Ministers of Holy Communion

This Weekend 6.00pm

M Weston P Angelini

1st: 2nd:

P Bretherton J Bretherton

A O’Brien, B Bourke, P Singe

10.30am M Dole D Purden

1st:2nd:

N Duane D Webb

K Taylor, N Wright, E McDermott

Next Weekend 6.00pm

K Fitzpatrick B Bourke

1st: 2nd:

J Chirgwin L Fitzgerald

A Trewarne, T Westaway S Westaway

10.30am D & P Power 1st:2nd:

A Atkins M Smith

C Giri, T Blanks, E McDermott

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 6.00pm 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 ($30).

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!

A little boy opened the big and old family Bible with fascination, and looked at the old pages as he turned them. Suddenly, something fell out of the Bible, and he picked it up and looked at it closely. It was an old leaf from a tree that had

been pressed in between the pages.

"Momma, look what I found," the boy called out.

"What have you got there, dear?" his mother asked.

With astonishment in the young boy's voice, he answered: "I think it's Adam's suit!"