8th october 2017

Christianity is a reality that can be felt by every individual who avails oneself to the powerful presence of God in the world, particularly in the Church. In fact, it is only through the actual presence of God that one is expected to bring out the desired fruits of true Christian life. Without God experience it is impossible to produce fruits in our lives. God’s presence and our cooperation with Him will produce the fruits which our Gospel is talking about today.
                     The risk for the Christians today is that we see the parables something a past thing because it so clearly refers to Jews and Christian of the first century. We forget that it is not only in the past, but today also it is equally relevant for us.  The word of god is the same. It never changes. But it influences and helps us to change ourselves according to the will of God. And these changes we call the fruits of the Holy Spirit. The master wants to see these fruits more and more in our lives. Our God is a God who trusts in us. He provides us with opportunities and resources and trusts that we will make the most of these. So let us think and meditate this week in what way we can produce good fruits that pleases our God who trusts so much in us. Have a fruitful week end.                    
                                                                                                                                                Fr Gregory
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.

Annointing Mass at St Patrick’s Church – 11am Wednesday 11th October

Catholicism – journey around the world and deep into the faith All parishioners are invited to watch a ten-part documentary series by Rev Robert E Barron to be screened after the 5pm Mass continuing to the 26th November in the Parish Centre at Holy Cross Church Miramar.  The Catholic faith as you’ve never experienced it before – witness the most significant story ever told. Journey with acclaimed author, speaker and theologian Fr Robert Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 15 countries. 

Holy Cross Happy Hour – Weds 11TH October 11am in the Parish Centre. Seniors are reminded of our next happy hour. A friendly game of bingo and a shared lunch.  All welcome.

MEMORIAL MASS FOR FR DES MOOSMAN
 ST PATRICK’S CHURCH SAT 28st OCTOBER 10.30AM
A memorial Mass for Fr Moosman, former parish priest at St Patrick’s in the 1990s and who is well known to many parishioners, will be held at St Patrick’s Church Saturday 28st October at 10.30am. Please join us

Refugees - Help required one last time, please. Our two-year commitment to the settlement of former refugees in Wellington is nearing its end - there is just one last collection of goods required (October), and one house to physically set-up in December.  So, we are asking for you, to fit-out the first home in NZ for a Mother, Father and their 9 year old daughter, in early October.  What we need, please: In particular we need: KITCHEN: pots and stock pot, cutlery and crockery, glasses, cups, rubbish bin, electric jug, rice cooker, serving spoons, electric blender/beater. BATHROOM/LAUNDRY: ironing Board, iron, washing basket and pegs; vacuum cleaner; broom, dust pan and brush and three new hot water bottles with covers.  TOYS, BOOKS, PUZZLES suitable to a 9 year old girl (but no soft toys, please). NO LINEN OR BEDDING is required a we collected surplus items last time.  Please leave any clearly labelled "refugee" donations in the Church foyer no later than Sunday 8 October, mid-day.


If God exists, it changes everything! Alpha discussion allows people to share their thoughts and questions about video talks on faith without being corrected or judged. The trained hosts and helpers are there to facilitate this discussion time and keep it a positive and comfortable experience for guests. The sessions are available again starting at 7.00pm at St Patrick's Church on Tuesday 17 October. To enrol please call or text John Rogers 0272328488 or Kim von Lanthen 0222426288. Feel free to bring a friend who may not be a member of the school or parish.

St.Catherines College Service group would like to thank parishioners for their prayers and support of this initiative.  The girls request some more service opportunities for the 2 weeks beginning Term 4, specifically for the following days and times: Tues 17 and 24 Oct (1 - 2.30pm) and Wed 18 and 25 Oct (9 - 10.15am).  As these are school days, the tasks need to be within the Kilbirnie/ Lyall Bay/ Miramar areas.  If you would like help with any tasks (eg, gardening, window-cleaning, vacuuming, etc ), please contact Bridget Sullivan (Ph.388-9001) and she would be delighted to organise this.  There will be a large number of girls available, so the more requests the better - please don't hesitate... perhaps your friend or neighbour could do with some help also.  Many thanks and God bless.  

Gascoigne Educational Scholarship 2017.  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 2017

The Sisters of St. Peter Claver are holding a " MULTICULTURAL MISSION CONCERT " on Sun 15 October at 2pm to 4pm at St. Patrick's Parish Hall, Kilbirnie: $5.00 Enquiries: Sisters of St. Peter Claver, 383 8401.

TOOLS WANTED: Catholic Social Services is working with a young man from a refugee background now living in the Eastern Suburbs who has just obtained a job as a builder, but needs to supply his own tools.  We would be grateful if anyone is in a position to donate tools. There is a list of the required tools athttp://www.wn.catholic.org.nz/archdiocesan-offices/css/support-for-refugee-resettlement/ or please contact Elizabeth Burns at Catholic Social Services 04-385-8642 or [email protected]

DOVE NOTICE for all women. Please come and celebrate with us our 25th anniversary of Dove Women's Fellowship Wellington at our meeting to be held on Saturday 21st October at 1.15pm. Connolly Hall, Guildford Terrace. We begin our new Current of Grace season with guest speaker Sandra Kinney. For further information contact Shura Price 04 3899938

David Haas Workshops – David, a musician and composer of contemporary liturgical music, will present three workshops on 13th and 14th October in Wellington.  Please see flyer on the church noticeboard for more information.  Enquiries and registrations by 11 October to [email protected]
 

Joshua Catholic Men’s Fellowship Wellington Come along and join us on Thursday 19th of October 2017 at 7:30pm for fellowship and prayer in CONNOLLY HALL, Guildford Terrace, Thorndon (behind Sacred Heart Cathedral). Speaker: Michael Powell on “New season of Current of Grace” Want to know more? Ring John Taylor (04) 389-8915 or 021-107-8538 or email: [email protected]
 

Make your own Rosary - As a Family, For a sick friend, For World Peace, If you're anxious or worried, For someone special. Come join us in making your own Rosary and hear about the history, traditions that make this time honoured devotion such a Christocentric prayer. All proceeds go to the propagation of the most Holy Rosary  and  devotion  to  the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We encourage  the  making  of  a  Family Rosary together. $20 Saturday 21st October 1pm at St. Annes Church Hall 22 Emmett St, Newtown 06 364 0344 Phone: Chris Walker (06) 3640344

The Sisters of St. Peter Claver are holding a " MULTICULTURAL MISSION CONCERT " on Sun 15 October at 2pm to 4pm at St. Patrick's Parish Hall, Kilbirnie: $5.00 Enquiries: Sisters of St. Peter Claver, 383 8401.

Wellington City Council’s Seniors’ Week 16 – 22 October You are invited to a Seniors’ Week Morning tea Bring your knitting or crocheting if you like! Venue :Seatoun Village Hall, 22 Forres Street, Seatoun
Date:  19 October 2017 Time:  10.00 – 12.00 pm RSVP to Ana on 021 955 331 or [email protected]

2018 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. 

The Compassion Soup Kitchen needs your support. October 13th - 14 Hours Homeless -everybody Deserves a Home. Sleep out to raise awareness and funds to create positive change for Wellingtonians experiencing homelessness. Go online to find out more and to register. Join Sister Lusiana, staff and volunteers at the Compassion Soup Kitchen participating in this event. Be with us and stand in solidarity with people who find themselves homeless.  http://www.14hourshomeless.org.nz/event/Wellington

Each one of us is precious; each one of us is irreplaceable in God’s eyes.          Pope Francis, June 2017

St Gerard’s Monastry Open Day – 75 Hawker St, Mt Victoria The   St   Gerard’s   Monastery   Open   Day   is   back   on   Saturday   Oct   28th .   Do   take   this opportunity   to   come   and   visit   this   iconic   landmark   on   Mount   Victoria,   overseeing Wellington  Harbour. You’ll get  a chance  to  satisfy your taste buds  with  an array of international cuisine on sale; be part of a guided tour around this Category 1A historic site.
Have fun time for kids & the young at heart with face painting and games. Bring your family and friends to have a memorable day (10am – 4pm). Spread the word around! October 28th 10am – 4pm See poster at the back of the Church for more details.

We pray for the members of our Parish families who have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur at this time including Audrey Galvin, John Lehane, Frances Shaw, Norman Paton, Noeline Cosgrove and Gilbert Raymond.  Our prayers are also with those who are unwell especially Graeme Adams and Steve Kuzmicich and for the wonderful people who are caring for the everyday needs of the sick in our Community.
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