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NEIGHBOURHOOD FAMILIES CELEBRATION

NEIGHBOURHOOD FAMILIES CELEBRATION

As an ongoing part of our celebration of Reconciliation and First Communion in 2011, children and their families who celebrated these Sacraments this year have been invited to a special Neighbourhood Mass at 10.30am on Sunday 13th of November.
Refreshments will be available from 10.00am and we will arrange for families from each Neighbourhood to meet each other before Mass, to go in and sit together for the celebration of the Mass.

Families from the following Neighbourhoods have been invited to come on Sunday 13th November:
Boardman
Bulla
Clarkefield
Emu Bottom
Fullwood
Gisborne South
Gumtree Hills
Killara/ Canterbury Hills
Kismet Park
Reservoir Road
Riddell
Sherwood
Spaceline
Strathearn Glen
Studley Park
Sunbury West.

Other parishioners from these Neighbourhoods are warmly invited and encouraged to come along, meet with these young families before Mass and make them welcome in their Neighbourhood communities.

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MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND

Married couples, we encourage you to prioritise your relationship. It underpins your family life. Please join us for a Marriage Encounter weekend. Our weekend helps you to remember why you married and gives you skills to maintain your love for each other. Couples and priests present the weekend. It is based around catholic values but you don’t need to be catholic to attend. The next weekend will be held on 11-13 Nov. For further info contact Marianne & Marcelle Van den Bronk on 9733 0997 or email vicbookings@wwme.org.au.

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VALE JILL GIBBS

Jill Gibbs

Jill Gibbs died this weekend. Please pray for the repose of her soul.

There is an article in the Brisbane Catholic Leader about Jill Gibbs. Click on the photo to be sent there.

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VOCATION VIEW

We usually put a great amount of preparation into big events like weddings, anniversaries and parties of all kinds.
We should prepare much more for the final banquet in the Kingdom of Heaven!

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STEWARDSHIP……A WAY OF LIFE

CATHOLIC STEWARDSHIP FROM SUNDAYS READINGS

The Ten Bridesmaids

In today’s Gospel, Matthew’s recount of the 10 virgins sits amidst numerous parables about the heavenly kingdom.

In fact, all three of the readings today are eschatological in nature. In the first reading, the writer personifies a heavenly wisdom, making note that this wisdom, which is clearly beyond this world, is readily available for those who prudently live their lives seeking it. That which is the only wisdom that satisfies “graciously appears” to those who “keep vigil.”

In the second reading, Paul addresses the Thessalonians about those who have died, assuring them that, through His death and resurrection, Christ has won the victory for us. Therefore, those who die in Christ will be raised.

So, it is clear that the message of today’s readings is one that transcends this world. They communicate to us about the hereafter.  The lesson here is this: if you are not prepared for the heavenly feast, you will be locked out forever!

It is a sobering reminder of God’s love and justice. We don’t know when the Lord’s return will take place or when we will be ushered from this earth, so as stewards of God’s manifold gifts, we must use all of the time we have – every minute that passes – wisely.

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STEWARDSHIP……A WAY OF LIFE

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CATHOLIC STEWARDSHIP FROM SUNDAYS READINGS

In today’s Gospel, Christ says the religious leaders of the day, the Scribes and the Pharisees, do not practice what they preach. They seem to be using their positions of power for their own glory. Christ uses this example to teach a lesson — “Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.”

In the second reading, St. Paul and his companions are in Thessalonica doing the Lord’s work – proclaiming the Gospel, and, for the ability to do so, Paul says, “We give thanks to God unceasingly.” They are there to serve the Lord, to show the people the truth of the Gospel and to rejoice with them as they convert to Christ. Talk about stewardship in action!

There’s nothing wrong with being appreciated for our talents. But as Christian disciples and stewards of God’s many gifts, we must always remember that all good things come from Him, and we must live our lives in humble service and in gratitude for all He has given us.

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THANK YOU

Last weeks special collection for Catholic Mission raised $1071.90.
Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

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REV FRANCIS O’LOUGHLIN PE

Fr O’Loughlin served the Church in a very positive and pastorally enriching manner, giving fine example to both his brother priests and the community for over 52 years. The Archdiocese is most grateful for his untiring service to the Church of Melbourne. He served as Assistant Priest at Belgrave, Pascoe Vale, Parkville, Springvale and Deepdene parishes and was appointed Administrator of Highett parish. Fr O’Loughlin was then appointed Parish Priest of Werribee, Alphington and Pascoe Vale and retired as Pastor Emeritus in 2001.

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YOUTH GROUP

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The Youth Group are organising a fund raising `Sausage Sizzle’ on 30 October after 10.30 Mass.
All are welcome to join and support this event. Youth are encouraged to register and join the Youth Group.
Also, the Youth are going to be trained how to make hand made Christmas cards which will be on sale for parishioners.
This is for the Youth to raise funds for their group activities.
In order to support this activity can parishioners donate unused art work items that can be used to make cards. We are looking for items like paint or stamp kits, pretty paper, crayons, sketch pens, material, etc.
A box will be available at the entrance of St Anne’s church to collect the donated items.
Thank you for your support.

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VALE REVEREND ROGER RYAN

Fr Roger Ryan was the Parish Priest of Mount Waverley and died at Dandenong Valley Private Hospital on 17 October. Father Ryan served the Church in a very positive and pastorally enriching manner, giving fine example to both his brother priests and the community for over 38 years. The Archdiocese is most grateful for his untiring service to the Church of Melbourne. He served as Assistant Priest at the parishes of Camberwell, Dandenong and Greensborough and St Patrick s Cathedral East Melbourne. He served in the Military Ordinariate (RAAF) and then was appointed Parish Priest serving in the parishes of Lilydale, North Dandenong and Mount Waverley.

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BIBLICAL STORYTELLING WORKSHOP

Develop skills for biblical storytelling and public bible reading in our fun and practical workshop. Sunday 29 October from 1.30-3.30pm at St Andrews Uniting Church. Only $12 per participant. Contact Amanda to register on 0403 204 613 or amandasymonds@gmail.com.

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PINK RIBBON DAY

The Apex Club of Sunbury and Pitruzzello estate have joined forces to raise money and awareness for the National Breast Cancer Foundation by holding a Pink Ribbon event on Sunday 30 October, 12pm. The cost of the 2 course meal is $55 per head. All tickets need to be pre-purchased. Please arrange payment by 25 October. All enquiries can be directed to Andrew on 0413 103 717 or 5428 3055.

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CATHOLICCARE OUTREACH PROGRAM

Recently our Parish gave generously to CatholicCare. Our community has a representative  from CatholicCare available to assist in various ways. Marilyn Ashcroft is available for individual, couple and family counselling. She also assists with stress management, grief and loss, pain management and parenting. There will be a parenting program that she will be involved in with a Paediatric Psychologist next term. Marilyn is based at the Sunbury Community Health Centre. Her hours are Mon, Tues, Thurs 9-5; Wed 11.30-7pm.  She can be contacted on 0407 307 811.

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WORLD MISSION DAY APPEAL ON 23 OCTOBER

 “The universal mission involves everyone, everything and always. The Gospel is not an exclusive possession of those who have received it, but it is a gift to be shared, good news to be passed on to others. And this giftcommitment is entrusted not only to some, but to all the baptised, who are ` a chosen race… a holy nation, God’s own people’ (1 Peter 2:9), in order that they may proclaim his marvellous works.”…. Pope Benedict XVI

The Holy Father’s message for World Mission Sunday 2011.

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MORNING TEA

We are very grateful for the work Fr Michael Fallon has done in our parish over the last 6 weeks. He has prepared us for the New Mass Order at nearly every Mass over that time and helped in countless many other ways in our community. We thank Fr Michael and wish him all the very best with his new appointment in Brisbane. Please join us for morning tea after the 8.30 Mass.

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STEWARDSHIP……A WAY OF LIFE

 

CATHOLIC STEWARDSHIP FROM SUNDAYS READINGS

The theme of this Sunday’s readings is love, and Jesus reminds us that the most important duty of a Christian disciple is to love the Lord with his whole self, and to also love his neighbor as himself.

But love of neighbor is not always an easy task, especially when we recognize that others don’t always treat us with that sense of selfless love and, in fact, can be downright cruel to us at times. Nonetheless, Christ’s law of love stands firm. We are to love. Always.

Jesus offers us the perfect example of selfless love on the cross. He died out of love for us. In order to make reparation for our sins so that we could enjoy life everlasting, the Lord experienced the most excruciating suffering, simply because He wanted us to reap the reward. The stewardship way of life calls us to follow Jesus’ example and act on this selfless love. By doing so, we set an example and call others to follow Christ, just as St. Paul praised the Thessalonians for doing in the second reading.

The Lord has given us the gift of love and, through His own suffering and death, He has shown us how to selflessly share that love by laying down our lives for others. What’s more, He has given us our time, our talent, and our treasure, and it is our duty as Christian stewards to use them in love of God and in love of neighbor.

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ANTIPOVERTY WEEK 2011 ACTIVITY

A must-see feature film by Catholic filmmakers impacting people globally is a film named “The Human Experience”.
If you would like to borrow a copy contact the Communications Officer, Kristen Toohey on kristen.toohey@cam.org.au or call 03 9926 5778.