7 october 2018

Gen 2, 18-24; Heb 2, 9-11 and Mark 10, 2-16
“Above all, maintain constant love for one another, for love covers a multitude of sins.”
Dear sisters and brothers, at the time of Jesus most of the marriages were arranged, divorce was common despite the clear divine design espoused by Scripture. Human weakness and failure cannot out do the divine design. The Lord is consistent in inviting us to aim high and set on that journey step by step, as sea is made drop by drop of rain, we travel miles walking single step at a time.
Nobody said marriage will be a happily lived after. God lowers himself than angels and lives like one of us. The reason is simply, God loves us unconditionally. This is what make his Son Jesus lower than angels. You and me and specially those who are married, love your wife unconditionally and wife love your husband unconditionally. Do not allow your love to die. It dies when you focus on other things than your wife and husband. They take away your hearts and mind from and kills your love for one another. Let your spouse be your first priority. That is why spouses leave their parents and everyone to become one.
The purpose of Jesus coming into this world is to bring us, His children into His glory. May this Eucharist celebration create a moment of encountering Jesus Christ and help us our priority sorted out. This is a moment of Holiness for us all.
“We are inspired to act … to proclamation and to serving others with great fidelity, often at the risk of their lives and certainly at the cost of their comfort.” GE 137                                                                                                                                                                                                               Fr Ephrem
Holy Trinity Parish Vision
We are a prayerful and diverse Catholic community in the Eastern suburbs of Wellington,
drawing strength from one another to grow and become fully alive as missionary disciples.

October is the month of the Rosary.
All parishioners are invited to pray the rosary till the end of the month.

The annual Suzanne Aubert Celebration Sunday is a day for all Catholics to celebrate and remember the spirituality and good works of this remarkable woman and to be inspired by what she achieved and to follow in her footsteps. At the age of just 25, Suzanne Aubert arrived in New Zealand from France, to answer God’s call to serve the sick, orphaned, elderly and those whom society rejected. She established New Zealand’s first soup kitchen which still serves thousands of meals a year. She was a pioneer of New Zealand’s health and welfare system and a friend to Māori throughout her life. In the 66 years she lived here, Suzanne travelled widely, visiting more than 24 towns across the country. A special pilgrimage map can be viewed on the website (www.suzanneaubert.co.nz) which has been designed to help those interested to retrace Suzanne’s footsteps in Aotearoa. Suzanne’s wairua lives on in the work of the Sisters of Compassion. Please continue to pray that the church will soon recognize Venerable Suzanne Aubert’s intercession in a miracle which enables her to be beatified.
 
This is the prayer that will be prayed during the Mass for Mother Aubert.
Today as we remember the spirituality and good works of Venerable Suzanne Aubert, let us give thanks to God for this remarkable pioneer of faith and for the work that continues today through the Sisters of Compassion. May Mother Aubert’s life, befriending Māori and working among the neglected and marginalised in society, inspire in all of us a desire to live lives of faith, courage and service, and to see Christ in everyone we meet.  Amen.

Anniversaries for those who have died will no longer be included in the prayers of the faithful. The only names that will be included are those who have aksed the priest for a Mass intention.
The names will still be included in the newsletter as they currently are, but as the dead are remembered in every mass during the Eucharist prayer, will no longer be included in the prayers of the faithful. 

Holy Cross Happy Hour – Weds 10TH October 11am in the Parish Centre. Seniors are reminded of our next happy hour. Come join us for bingo. Please bring a small plate of finger food to enjoy with our tea/coffee. All welcome

Thank you. St Vincent de Paul Feast Day Mass.  Your Seatoun & Miramar Conference of St Vincent de Paul Society is appreciative to parishioners for participating  with Wellington Vincentians in our annual Mass on Thurs 27 Sept 2018 at 7pm in St Anthony's Seatoun to celebrate and pray for the mission of St Vincent de Paul.  Special thanks to Fr Ephrem and Fr Paul, altar servers Theo and Devlin, and all those who volunteered their assistance in prayers, sacraments, music, sound, and catering.  May God bless you for what you do for those in need.

Mary of Nazareth an epic film on the Mother of Christ.  Legion of Mary will host a movie /n cup of tea on
October 24 after the 9.30am Mass at 9.30 at Holy Cross Parish Centre.  Everyone is welcome.
 


Finance Committee Meeting: Tue 9th Oct 7.30pm
 Holy Cross Parish Centre.
Parish Council Meeting: Weds  7th Nov 7.30pm
 Holy Cross Parish Centre.
 

Missionary Sisters of  St. Peter Claver are holding a “MULTCULTURL” on  Saturday 14th  October at 2pm to 4pm at St.Patrick’s Parish Hall, Kilbirnie. Admission: $5.00 Enquiries : Sisters of St. Peter Claver,  Ph 3838401.

Mary of Nazareth an epic film on the Mother of Christ.  Legion of Mary will host a movie /n cup of tea on
October 24 after the 9.30am Mass at 9.30 at Holy Cross Parish Centre.  Everyone is welcome.

2019 Columban Calendars available through the office $12 each.
 Calendars will be available for sale from next weekend. You can either put your money or cheq (made out to Holy Trinity Parish) in an envelope with your details and pop in the collection basket, or email, phone or drop into the Parish Office.
Alternatively pay by internet banking to Holy Trinity Parish 02-0536-0185031-00 and use CALENDAR as the reference. When you have paid, email the office [email protected] with the following details:  the amount paid, the number of calendars ordered, which Church you will collect your calendars from or if you would like to collect them from the office. Once payment has cleared, the Calendars will be left for you in the back of your chosen Church or in the office for you to collect. 

Gascoigne Educational Scholarship 2018.  This scholarship is open to all ages groups who are present members of Holy Trinity Parish and are planning to study for 2018 and beyond at a tertiary level and who meet the qualifying criteria which are included in the terms and conditions. For an application form (including terms and conditions) email the parish office [email protected] download a copy from the website  http://www.holytrinity.parish.nz/  or copies available from the back of each Church.  Closing date: 31 October 2018
 

When you ask the priest for a Mass intention, could you please remember to
write down which Church, date and Mass time you would like this offered. Thank you.
 

Deliverers, please collect your copies from the back of the churches.
 

Mission Sunday 21 October 2018 This year’s theme is: Together with the young people, let us bring the Gospel to all (Pope Francis’ message for Mission Sunday 2018) See the back of the church for details.
 

St Pats Old Boys Association Mix & Mingle : WWW.SPCOB.ORG.NZ  & find us on facebook. Calling all 'Town' and 'Stream' Old Boys, please attend our Mix and Mingle. To be held ; Friday 2nd November 2018, 6.00PM The Boatshed, Wellington. Cash bar, Continuous food, $60 Entry by ticket only. Go to our facebook page for details. Guest Speakers: Jamie Williams & Will Williams of the Wellington Hospitality Group.   We will also be announcing our 2018 Old Boy of the Year.
 

Joy Cowley Book Launch  If you are a fan of Joy Cowley’s spiritual writing, you are warmly invited to the launch of her new book, Veil Over the Light. It’s a book of huge encouragement and deep insight. The launch will be at St Joseph’s Church, Mount Victoria on 27 October at 4pm. Do come along if you have a spare couple of hours. It will be a special occasion.
 

You are warmly invited to attend the Ecclesia Dei (Latin Mass) Society of NZ Retreat  5 Oct - 7 Oct  at The Home of Compassion, Island Bay. Bishop Basil Meeking, Emeritus Bishop of Christchurch, will lead the retreat and he will give three inspiring talks:  It is the Mass that Matters:  (1) Calvary Continued; (2) God Feeds us; (3) One Church, One Eucharist.  The Latin Mass will be offered each day with Rosary, devotions, Adoration, Reconciliation and time for meditation. Cost: Full retreat with all meals $250.00; Day attendance (no meals or accommodation)  $40.00  - other options available on request. Ph Neil Coup:589 6924, 021 896924, Jan Curran:  07 838 2646, Email: [email protected]
 

Catholic Marriage Preparation course ‘Love is a Decision’ Getting married soon?  or is someone you know getting married in Summer 2018/2019? Bookings are open for the final two marriage preparation courses for 2018. The ADW Marriage Preparation Course ‘Love is a Decision’ will be run in Wellington on Oct 7 & 14 and Nov 18 & 25. Courses for 2019 start again in March.  Contact Felicity Giltrap (04) 496 1719 or [email protected] for more information or to book for a course.
 

Vigil Mass for the canonization of Archbishop Oscar Romero – Saturday 13 October, 5.00pm, Home of Compassion, Island Bay. Archbishop Oscar Romero was an inspiring spokesperson for a just and truly peaceful society, who continues to inspire people throughout the world. Please join us in celebrating his canonization with a Vigil Mass celebrated by Mgsr Gerard Burns.  A recent documentary about his life will be shown before Mass at 3.00pm. All welcome.
 

From the home must come the man or woman able to promote the changes needed in politics, in society, in the ways of justice: … it will be so easy once boys and girls are trained in the heart of each family to aspire not to have more but to be more, not to grab everything but to give abundantly to others. They must be educated for love. Loving is what the family is all about, and loving means giving oneself, surrendering oneself to the well-being of all and working for the common happiness. Archbishop Oscar Romero, 1979
 

Gift yourself a time of reflection and join Cardinal John and the Stewardship team at the annual Stewardship Retreat, to be held at Sacred Heart Church Petone, Britannia St from 9.30am-3.45pm on Saturday 27 October, 2018.  Register by emailing [email protected]  or phone 496 5182.
 

Dove Catholic Fellowship for Women. On Saturday 20th October we are celebrating a charismatic mass for the healing of family trees for our 26th birthday.  Fr Ron Bennett will be the main celebrant.  This meeting is open to Joshua men and friends.  All welcome who feel they would benefit.  Bring family photo or family tree.  We start 1.30pm at St Joseph's Catholic church, 42 Ellice Street, Mt Victoria, Wgtn.  Enquiries Shura 3899938.
 

Billings Ovulation Method™ Teacher training and upskilling Seminars 2018 Sat 3rd - Sun 4th November, Mercy Conference Centre, Thorndon, Wellington. Please contact: Alicia Reeves [email protected]  or phone: 0800 693 378 The Full registration fee is $350, this covers catering and educational material. A limited number of part scholarships are available for those unable to meet the full registration fee.
 

Pa Maria Marist Spirituality Centre, Thorndon:  Non-Residential Retreat, 12 - 16 November, 9.30am - 4.00pm daily; Reflection Day, Saturday 24 November, 9.30am - 4.00pm.    For further information, please contact Fr Brian Cummings SM at  [email protected] or 021 703 580.
 

The holy day of the week in the three Abrahamic traditions The Wellington Abrahamic Council of Jews, Christians and Muslims invites you to a public meeting to hear three speakers, at Temple Sinai 147 Ghuznee St, Te Aro Wednesday 24 October, 7pm.
 

Joshua Catholic Men’s Fellowship Wellington invites men to come along and join us on Thursday 18th of October 2018 at 7:30pm (Note: fellowship from 7:00pm for 7:30pm start) in The Loaves and Fishes Hall next to the Anglican Cathedral of St Paul, corner Hill and Molesworth streets Thorndon. Speakers: Testimonies about the recent big Catholic Men's Event in Auckland.
 

Christchurch Catherdral of the Blessed Sacrament Choir and Orchestra Sacred sounds. Free concert 5.30pm Saturday 20th October St Mary of the Aqngels Church. See poster at the back of the Church for details.
 

Go you are sent to communicate effectively- 13(b) The Archdiocese provides on-line formation and learning opportunities.
 

October WelCom available now: Contents include:
‘Stop, Be Silent and Listen to the Poor’: World Day of the Poor, 18 November  –  Cardinal John Dew.
‘Call for a radical change in governance’ – Bishop Charles Drennan.
Archdiocese of Wellington invited to lead awareness initiatives for World Day of the Poor, 19 November 2018.
Diocesan priests gather for reflection and renewal, National Assembly of Priests, Christchurch.
Venerable Suzanne Aubert Celebration Day, 7 November 2018.
2018 Synod of Bishops in Rome on Young People  – Bishop Steve Lowe to represent NZ Bishops.
Dr Nathan Matthews, new principal for Hato Pāora College, Feilding.
Sacred Heart Cathedral – updates
World Mission Sunday – 21 October 2018, Challenge 2000’s 30 years, young missionaries in our dioceses.
‘When the Well Seems Dry’ – a reflection by Joy Cowley.
Pope Francis to canonise five new saints in October, including Blessed Pope Paul V1 and Blessed Oscar Romero.
Catholic Thinking: ‘Intercession’, Sr Elizabeth Snedden rscj, Good Shepherd College – Te Hēpara Pai.
Diocesan and Young Catholics’ news and events.

​We pray for the members of our Parish families who have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur around this time including  Glynn McArthy, Norman Paton, Moira Button & Angela Panettieri.  Our prayers are also with those who are unwell especially Mary Greening, Judy Chote, John Rogers and Graeme Adams and for the wonderful people who are caring for the everyday needs of the sick in our Community.