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November 26 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe - Year A

From the Dean’s Desk

Dear Friends,

With this week’s liturgy, we come at last to the end

of the Church’s liturgical year. This Sunday – the

34th Sunday of the Year is always celebrated

under the title of the Solemnity of Jesus Christ, the King of the

Universe. The allocation of the Gospel for this Solemnity across the

three liturgical years is interesting. Year “B” from John 18:22-37

sees Jesus at his trial, while in Year “C” from Luke 23:35-43 we

have Jesus on the cross engaging the two thieves in conversation.

Today’s Gospel, Matthew 25:31-45 has Jesus continuing his last

sermon or teaching, the third and last component. We heard the first

two components in the previous two weeks: the wise and foolish

virgins (Matthew 25:1-13) and the Parable of the Talents (Matthew

25:14-30). While these two Gospel passages brought out the topics

of vigilance and the need to utilise to the best of our ability, with the

grace of God, the talents each of us have been given, today’s Gospel

sets the scene for the Final Judgement.

Jesus stated in Matthew’s Gospel [22:36-40] which was heard on the

30th Sunday of this Year, that the greatest commandments are two

and that they are intrinsically linked: the love of God with our

complete being and the love of neighbour as ourselves.

In today’s Gospel of the Final Judgement we see how important that

commandment is, simply because our eternal reward or punishment –

and indeed our judgement -hangs on the way in which we have lived

out this central and important commandment. In this Gospel, Jesus

addresses two groups of people: the sheep and the goats. To one

group is offered a place in the eternal presence of God’s kingdom. To

the other is offered ‘eternal fire’. The basis of these promises rests

on whether the people being judged (the sheep and the goats)

ministered to, or failed to minister to the most marginal of people -

the hungry, the thirsty, the stranger, the naked, the sick and the

imprisoned. The list contains those who are most vulnerable in

society. Those who have no-one to care or minster to them, in many

ways echoing something of the list of people who are named

‘Blessed’ in the Beatitudes [Matthew 5:1-11]. There is no mention of

ministering to the rich, wealthy or powerful.

The two common features of the dialogue between Jesus and the

two groups is firstly that he mentions the same list of people to be

ministered by each group. In fact, Jesus goes as far as identifying

himself with these vulnerable people. Secondly, both the good (the

sheep) and the bad (the goats) fail to recognise that Jesus was

present in those ministered to or ignored.

The point of this Gospel passage is that judgement is obtained in

and through the deeds rendered to these vulnerable people. Even

though it speaks volumes about God's judgement, it also has a lot to

say about our own judgement. In the end, the final judgment is

heavily impacted by the manner and method we use in relating to

one another, day in, day out, in the most unique, as well as the most

ordinary, of life's events, circumstances, responsibilities and

demands. May we continue to experience and recognise Jesus in

those to whom we minister, especially the poor and those in need.

Last Sunday (November 19th) was designated by Pope Francis as the

first World Day of the Poor. In the opening paragraph of his

message, Francis quotes John the Apostle: ‘Little children, let us

not love in word or in speech, but in deed and in truth’ [1 John

3:18]. This echoes the message and challenge of today’s Gospel:

our care for the marginalised has to be seen in our deeds, not just in

our desires and words. It has to be something real.

Today’s parable completes the series that comprises Matthew 25:

the parable of the wise and foolish maidens [Matt 25:1-12]; the

parable of the talents [Matthew 25:13-40] and the parable of the last

judgement [Matthew 25: 31-46]. In this chapter, Matthew, through

the use of these parables advises us of the characteristics we require

in order to live as disciples in this in-between time, as we await the

second coming of Christ. We need to be continually prepared and

alert and vigilant. We need to recognise and utilise our talents for

the betterment of the Kingdom and thirdly we need to reach out and

minister to others as if we were ministering to Jesus himself, found

primarily in the marginalised. As we develop these traits we become

more devoted to God and God’s ways and we grow in charity as

members of his Kingdom.

Fr Bob Bossini, Dean & Parish Priest

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LITURGICAL CALENDAR

November

Sun 26 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe

Readings: Ezek 34:11-12, 1-17; 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28; Mt 25:31-46

December Sat 16 Ordination to Priesthood- Rev Mr Shinto Francis - 10.30am - Cathedral Farewell for Fr George (Vigil Mass followed by refreshments)

NON LITURGICAL CALENDAR

November Tues 28 Christian Meditation - 9.30 am—Murphy House RCIA - 7.00pm - Murphy House Tues 28 Sacraments of Initiation Program - Reception of Sacrament of Penance - 7.00pm - Cathedral Wed 29 Playgroup - 9.30 am - Cathedral Hall Thur 30 Novena to Mary Full of Grace - 7.00pm - Followed by light supper (please see over). December Fri 1 First Friday Devotions - 6.30pm - Blessed Sacrament Chapel Formation: Advent - Lectio Divina - 7.00pm - 8.00pm - Be Alert Sat 2 Legion of Mary - 9.45am - Murphy House Christmas Carols in the Forecourt - 7.00pm Tues 5 PPC & PFC end of year gathering - 6.30pm - Parish House

Christmas Mass & Mass for 4th Sunday of Advent Obligations As Christmas falls on a Monday this year, the 6pm Sunday night Mass will fulfil a Christmas Mass obligation only. To fulfil your 4th Sunday of Advent obligation, you will need to attend the Vigil or one of the Sunday morning Masses. The Christmas timetable will be published next week. For any clarification, please contact the office.

Jesuit Refugee Service Christmas Appeal As part of the Appeal, we are asking for donations of gift cards for adults and presents for children. The gifts will need to be collected by December 5 so that they can be distributed at their Christmas gathering. Pop a gift card in your trolley this weekend and it’s done! Gifts can be dropped off at the stable that has been beautifully set up in the Chapel for this purpose.

Gifts don’t need to be wrapped. St Pat’s Quarter At our previous meeting on 6 November, we were asked by the Diocese to put forward a couple of names, in addition to Fr Bob, to be part of a steering committee to represent the parish. I am happy to announce that both candidates Ms Silvana Rechichi and Mr Frank Duff have accepted this invitation.

I look forward to working with them on behalf of the parish to put forward the voice of the parishioners working together with the Diocese. Fr Bob

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SUNDAY

6.00pm Saturday Vigil Mass

7.30am Morning Prayer

8.00am Mass

9.30am Mass

11.00am Solemn Mass with Cathedral Choir

6.00pm Mass

MONDAY TO FRIDAY

6.30am Morning Prayer

6.45am Mass

11.15am Exposition

11.15am Sacrament of Penance (till 12.20pm)

(Mon, Wed & Fri)

Rosary after Angelus at midday

12.30pm Mass

5.15pm Evening Prayer of the Church

SATURDAY

7.30am Morning Prayer

8.00am Mass

9.30am Mass in ExtraOrdinary Form Latin

8.30am Sacrament of Penance (till 9am)

5.00pm Sacrament of Penance (till 5:30pm)

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Mass at 8.00am (No Adoration or Confession)

St Vincent de Paul Society

Family Assistance - 1800 606 724

Credo Ministries Facebook: Credo Young Adults Email: credostpats@gmail.com

Playgroup Facebook: Parramatta St Pat’s Playgroup

Legion of Mary - every Saturday at 9.45am at

Murphy House.

For the sick: Mike Samson, Maria Jup, Kathleen Biondi (nee Barrett), Patrick Soh, Fatima Jafri, Raouf Gerges, Pat, Amihan King Pableo, James Murphy, Slavko Markovic,

Radhika, Jude Muttiah, Army Sosa, Paul Fung, Jess Arranz, Hanna Doueihi

Special Intentions: Sien Jie Phua, Naleen, Raveen & Tina, Dylan, Vanessa, Dwayne and Kieve, Anna Dadic (Senjak), Joseph, Kim & Annie, Freda, Ain, Nikhil, Anamika, Paul

Morian, Sarah Ackerman, Paul Peters, Carmela Then, Jeremy Kho, Xinyuan & Augela Huang, Arriola Fave, Linda Morgan, Karam Kara, Ross Lester, Gabrielle Clayton

Recently Deceased: Lorenzo Acuna, Mrs Sherman, Bernard McCormack, Madam Tam Man-Yin, Phyllis Tubman

NOVEMBER MASS OFFERINGS FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED

During the month of November, we remember all our deceased loved ones. A Book of Remembrance is placed in the chapel with a list of the names of all those whom our parishioners wish to pray for. November Mass envelopes are available in the narthex. Please print the names CLEARLY as we like to print the names correctly in the Book of Remembrance. Envelopes may be placed on the collection plate or in the mail box at the presbytery. Individual intentions for the dead are not prayed for during November, rather all souls are prayed for at all masses. Special intentions for the living, however, can still be made. Only the names of the recently deceased will be published in the bulletin during the month of November.

CREDO MINISTRIES Connecting with our Youth - credostpats@gmail.com

Junior Credo: Fortnightly on Fridays. Next meet is on 1 December.

Teen Credo - Next meet Sunday 10 December.

Credo Young Adults - Friday 1 December at 6.30 pm.

Please email credostpats@gmail.com for more details on Credo Youth Ministries.

Teen Credo Social Activity Teen Credo will be holding a social get together combined

with an ACYF reflection. All family members are invited.

Date: Sunday 10 December, 4pm, Cathedral Hall.

Hope to see you there.

Formation Timetable

Advent - Lectio Divina 1 December Be Alert 8 December Make Straight the Paths of the Lord 15 December There is One Among You 22 December Behold - You Will Conceive All December sessions are from 7pm-8pm in the Cathedral Hall.

Altar Servers Training Congratulations to the 9 children who have just completed a

comprehensive Altar Server training program. You will see a

few new faces shortly and I hope you will offer them

encouragement as they take up their new roles. Also thank

you to the parents who commit to bringing and taking the

children home.

If you would like to consider being an Altar Server, please

contact Chris Ohlsen, Liturgy Coordinator/Sacristan.

High Tea - Sunday 3 December Fr John Paul Escarlan is hosting a ‘High Tea’ fundraiser ‘Youth in Mission, Philippines. Date: Sunday 3 December Time: 3.30pm Venue: St Patrick’s Cathedral Hall Tickets: $30 Contact 0420 310 771 for tickets and donations. Catholic Weekly • The MPs who save life

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Junior Credo: EDGE Yrs 4-6 Fortnightly on Fridays - school terms only - 5pm-6pm

Teen Credo High School Students 2nd & 4th Sunday - 4.00pm-5.30pm

Credo St Pats 18-35 Years of Age 1st Fri of the month - 6.30pm

Sacraments of Initiation: Reconciliation and Eucharist 2017-2018

First Reception of the Sacrament of Penance for children

who have completed all Reconciliation preparation sessions: Tuesday 28th November, 7:00pm.

Carols in the Forecourt - December 2 Fr Bob, Clergy and the Parish Team, invite you, your family and

friends to spend an entertaining evening with us celebrating the

many gifts we have been truly blessed with. Our talented school

children from St Pat’s will be part of a grand line up of musicians

playing on this evening.

By the way, Santa will be making an appearance.

When: Saturday December 2

Time: 7pm

Venue: Cathedral Forecourt

BBQ: All money raised to support Arrupe House

Pick up a flyer from the narthex.

Please join us for THE NOVENA to MARY FULL of GRACE

For an evening of Joyful Devotion to prepare for the coming SEASON OF ADVENT.

The celebration includes recitation of the Rosary’s Mysteries of Joy, interspersed with prayer,

contemplation and song, to help us “be ready to receive and welcome Christ when He comes”.

DATE: Thursday, 30th November VENUE: Blessed Sacrament Chapel TIME: 7.00pm - 8.00pm A Light Supper in the “small” Hall will follow the devotions. Any plate of goodies to share, can be left in the hall beforehand. Enquiries: Marian Polizzi 9630 4019 or 0418 978 730 Silvana: srechich@bigpond.net.au

Fancy a chat and a cuppa?

Come to the Cloister Café after 9:30 or 11am Mass this Sunday.

If you are new, introduce yourselves to the team members on duty.

Our ongoing thanks to those parishioners who have popped supplies for morning tea into the Donations Basket located in the Café.

Rest in Peace Our deepest heartfelt sympathy is extended to June

Barrett and family with the loss of her daughter, Kathleen

Biondi this week.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult

time.

God rest her soul.

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