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What is the goal of a Christian?
Have you asked this question to yourself? What is your answer? This emphasis on the vanity and meaninglessness of things in or first reading sounds harsh, but it really reminds us of the real truth. Our life here on earth is just temporary. We should not treat the things of this world as wonderful as they are, as if they were ends in themselves. They are not! They are means to an end, instruments to help us fulfil a much higher purpose, namely that of loving and knowing God. Yes, it is true that we need money to live a dignified life and enjoy it, but if striving after them makes us neglect a healthy relationship with God, we will come to a tragic end. Just like the rich man in the parable. God makes this lesson clear; “take care to guard against all greed”. So if we want a truly fulfilling life, we should strive to be “rich in what matters to God”. Let us remember what Mother Theresa once said, “God does not expect us to be successful but to be faithful”. Fr Mario Congratulations to our Confirmation children. On behalf of Holy Trinity Parish, we would like to thank Cardinal John Dew for confirming our children and we ask that parishioners continue to pray for them. St Patrick’s: Lucy Attard, Nathaniel Bautisa, Rachel D’Souza, Joshua Gates, Samuel Gates, Leilani Garnons-Williams, Tyla Gray, Caleb Hope, Ryan Johnson, Juanta Ethan, Kim Rave, Mariana Lealamanua, Thais Meirelles, Tawanda Muteto, Archie Tyra Nou Tuiavii Holy Cross: Jessica Breen-McCallum, Ihaia Masun-Ryan, Asopesio Telefoni, Tommy Saba, Elijah McKeown, Gem Bouzai, Maya Rush-Dunn, Lia Rush-Dunn, Leah Pine, Kahurangi Burkitt, St Anthony’s: Ari Geor, Bella Small, Brianna Smith, Elise McArley, Fleur Kingston, Fraser Lindsay, Lola McCartney, Ruby McCartney, Seamus Óg Flood, Siobhán Bolger and Thomas Waddington. NEW MASS TIMES START MONDAY 1ST AUGUST St Patrick’s Church, Kilbirnie: Weekday: Monday and Friday 9am, Tues, Weds, Thurs 9.30am Sunday: 5.30pm Vigil Mass, 7.30 am and 10.00 am, Life Teen 5.30 pm Sunday Holy Cross Church, Miramar: Weekday: Weds & Fri 9am, Sat 9.30am Sunday: 9am & 5pm St Anthony’s Church Seatoun and Good Shepherd Hall, Strathmore: Weekday: Tues, Weds, Thurs 9am preceded by Rosary, except during the school term Thurs will be at 11.30am Sunday: Good Shepherd - 8.30 am, St Anthony's 10.30 am PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL NOMINATIONS Dear Parishioners Nominations close Sunday 31st July for Parish Council Members. It is now nearly 14 months since the inaugural Mass for the formation of Holy Trinity parish took place and the combined members of the PPC took office. Some of these members have expressed a desire to stand down from this committee and we are seeking to recruit some replacement members. The parish pastoral council is a team of parishioners who are focused on meeting the spiritual, liturgical, pastoral and social needs of its people and are responsible for developing the “big picture” for the parish. Some areas of pastoral concern are: faith formation and spirituality; liturgy and worship; proclamation and outreach; social justice and charity; work with our parish catholic schools and young people; pastoral care for groups with special needs; parish operations and communications. Every PPC member brings his or her specific gifts and it is this variety that makes for a strong team. An ideal PPC member is a person of prayer, who likes to be adequately informed before making decisions, who is willing to listen to other views with goodwill and willing to be concerned with the full mission of the parish rather than just specific issues. Monthly meetings are of about 2 hours duration and require consistent and punctual attendance with some background work required between these meetings. We ask for your prayerful discernment in your decision to share your skills and time with your fellow parishioners to help our parish continue the mission of Jesus Christ. If you or someone you know may be willing to offer their skills to our parish then please complete a nomination form and hand it to a priest or to the parish office. A fully functional parish pastoral council is critical to the efficient operation of our parish and your skills could help this team achieve its objectives. God Bless Nomination form at the back of this newsletter. Closing date 31st July 2016 Dates to remember: St Patrick’s 3rd August – 9.30am Mass for the sick and anointing. 3rd August – 7pm St Joseph Apostolate 4th August – 7pm St Patrick’s liturgy meeting Parish Council Meeting – Wednesday 3rd August 7.30pm in the Holy Cross Parish Centre Finance Committee Meeting – Tuesday 9th August 8pm in the Holy Cross Parish Centre.. Proclaimers of the Word and Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist There will be a workshop for all those involved in the above ministries on Sun 14th August in Holy Cross Church. This is a wonderful opportunity for those of you wanting to begin ministering as well as a refresher for those of you already ministering in these areas. The workshop for the Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist will commence at 2.30pm followed at 3.30pm for the Proclaimers of the Word. Both sessions will be approximately one hour in duration. Welcome to our Parish Year of Mercy pilgrimage to Ataturk Memorial, Tarakena Bay, on Monday 8 August. This will be a pilgrimage of peace and reconciliation; of prayer for all those who died in war, and for families today who live in countries torn apart by war. We will take part in the civic ceremony at the memorial at 2.30pm. Please meet to car pool at St Anthony’s Church Seatoun at 1.30pm. A moderate level of fitness is required for the short climb up the hill, via the access road. The event will conclude with afternoon tea at Seatoun RSA at 3.00pm. For further information and registration, please contact Marianne at the parish office. St. Tarcisius - Feast Day for the Patron Saint of Altar Servers St Patrick’s Church will celebrate this feast day with the 10am Mass on Sunday 7th August, followed by a morning tea downstairs in the parish centre. Everybody is welcome. Please bring a plate of food for morning tea. Thank you. The first St Anthony’s Bazaar meeting is at 6.30pm 1st August in the Gascoigne Room. Come along and be on the ground floor as we build up another great event. The Bazaar is scheduled for 18 February next year and the theme is LOVE!". Alpha is designed to engage and inspire conversation. It is based on talks around thirty minutes long. The talks explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions from Who is Jesus? and How can we have faith? to Why and how do I pray? and How does God guide us? Join the Alpha course to explore our faith, starting at St Patrick’s Church 7.30pm Tuesday 2 August. Everyone is welcome. Call or txt John 0272328488 or Kim 0222426288 to enrol. Fr Mario’s birthday is on the 29th July and Fr Ephrem’s on the 1st August. Please remember them in your prayers and wish them a Happy Birthday. The St Patrick’s College production – Grease Showing each night at 7pm from Monday 1 August to Thursday 4 August in the St Patrick’s College Hall. Tickets: $25 for adults, $20 for students/children and are available for purchase from the College office (which is open during the school holidays) or online through the College website: www.stpats.school.nz. Please note that online bookings will incur a credit card fee. Sacred Heart Cathedral Pastoral Council Invites you to… Two Seminars for this Year of Mercy. Venue: Connolly Hall – Guildford Terrace, Thorndon. Next to the Cathedral. 8th Aug 7-9PM - Mercy an Act of Love for our Neighbour Speaker: Sr Sue Cosgrove and 12 Sept, 7-9PM - Jesus is the Face of God‛s Mercy Speaker: Sr Alice Sinnott. Koha is gratefully appreciated. "Mountain of Mercy" – Thank you The passing of the shortest day heralds our journey back to light and summer, but it also moves us into the depths of winter where the cold is most bitter. Warm, dry feet are something that most of us take from granted, but for the innocent victims of child poverty, this far too often isn’t the case” Cardinal John. . Big thank you for Mountain of Mercy shoes and socks appeal. Warm thanks to the compassionate parishioners of Holy Trinity Parish who kindly donated over 50 pairs of shoes and socks last Sunday 24 July 2016 to be distributed to the most needy students in our primary and secondary schools throughout the Wellington region. Our parish generosity to those cold feet in need of warmth added to the hundreds of shoes and socks collected at the Sacred Heart Cathedral for distribution. God bless you.
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Dear sisters and brothers, how many times have we said this prayer? “Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.” It may be the first prayer we learned. Today we see where it comes from. And in a bit of irony, this formal prayer almost everyone knows seems to come from Jesus telling the disciples not to rely on formal prayers, but to pray simply, familiarly, and from the heart.
We are His family, He is our Father. We respect Him as we respect our parents. We honour His because He is holy; we call HIM “Daddy” and make him known all our needs and desires. He is there to guide and support us in all our failings and successes. He confirms His unconditional mercy and forgiveness; calling us to live in harmony, showing mercy and compassion to one another. Final balm we are asked to apply is the balm of forgiveness, the tonic of our peace and happy life. It is a challenge for us to walk this path and we can do it by the grace of God. The prayer has become standardized and formal. We say it every day. And when we do, we should think about what it means and what we are saying. In these or other words, we are talking to our father. We are acknowledging that we love and respect him. We are asking for our basic needs, asking for his forgiveness when necessary, and promising to love and care for each other like he loves and cares for us. Fr Ephrem PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL NOMINATIONS Dear Parishioners It is now nearly 14 months since the inaugural Mass for the formation of Holy Trinity parish took place and the combined members of the PPC took office. Some of these members have expressed a desire to stand down from this committee and we are seeking to recruit some replacement members. The parish pastoral council is a team of parishioners who are focused on meeting the spiritual, liturgical, pastoral and social needs of its people and are responsible for developing the “big picture” for the parish. Some areas of pastoral concern are: faith formation and spirituality; liturgy and worship; proclamation and outreach; social justice and charity; work with our parish catholic schools and young people; pastoral care for groups with special needs; parish operations and communications. Every PPC member brings his or her specific gifts and it is this variety that makes for a strong team. An ideal PPC member is a person of prayer, who likes to be adequately informed before making decisions, who is willing to listen to other views with goodwill and willing to be concerned with the full mission of the parish rather than just specific issues. Monthly meetings are of about 2 hours duration and require consistent and punctual attendance with some background work required between these meetings. We ask for your prayerful discernment in your decision to share your skills and time with your fellow parishioners to help our parish continue the mission of Jesus Christ. If you or someone you know may be willing to offer their skills to our parish then please complete a nomination form and hand it to a priest or to the parish office. A fully functional parish pastoral council is critical to the efficient operation of our parish and your skills could help this team achieve its objectives. God Bless Nomination form at the back of this newsletter. Closing date 31st July 2016 St Anthony’s Church Tuesday 26th July - there will be no 9am Mass Wednesday 27th July – 9am Mass will be in the Church as the whole school will be attending St. Tarcisius - Feast Day for the Patron Saint of Altar Servers St Patrick’s Church will celebrate this feast day with the 10am Mass on Sunday 7th August, followed by a morning tea downstairs in the parish centre. Everybody is welcome. Please bring a plate of food for morning tea. Thank you. The first St Anthony’s Bazaar meeting is at 6.30pm 1st August in the Gascoigne Room. Come along and be on the ground floor as we build up another great event. The Bazaar is scheduled for 18 February next year and the theme is LOVE!". Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith, run over seven weeks. Each talk looks at a different question around faith and is designed to create conversation. Alpha is run all around the globe. The course is based around food, a talk and good conversation. Join the Alpha course to explore our faith, starting at St Patrick’s Church 7.30pm Tuesday 2 August. Everyone is welcome. Call or txt John 0272328488 or Kim 0222426288 to enrol. From the Archdiocesan Justice Peace and Development Commission The first question the priest and the Levite asked was, “If I stop to help this man, what will happen to me?” But the Good Samaritan reversed the question. He said, “If I don’t stop to help this man, what will happen to him?” Martin Luther King. Ngā mihi nui “Grease is the time, is the place, is the motion, Grease is the way we are feeling ….” The St Patrick’s College production for 2016 is that iconic picture of the 1950’s – Grease Showing each night at 7pm from Monday 1 August to Thursday 4 August in the St Patrick’s College Hall. Tickets: $25 for adults, $20 for students/children and are available for purchase from the College office (which is open during the school holidays) or online through the College website: www.stpats.school.nz. Please note that online bookings will incur a credit card fee. Urgent donation of shoes and socks to most needy school students "Mountain of Mercy" – please help The passing of the shortest day heralds our journey back to light and summer, but it also moves us into the depths of winter where the cold is most bitter. Warm, dry feet are something that most of us take from granted, but for the innocent victims of child poverty, this far too often isn’t the case” Cardinal John. Cardinal John has asked for the urgent co-operation and support of all Parishes to create a “Mountain of Mercy” by donating new or near new (in excellent condition) shoes or socks which will be distributed among our primary and secondary schools for both male and female students in most need. Over the next two weeks, a large box will be located in our Holy Trinity Parish Church foyers for donations of new or excellent condition shoes and socks for most needy students at our schools. Please polish them, tie the shoe laces together, and if the size is not clearly visible, write the size boldly on the inside of the shoes. We need shoes that will be warm and dry so they need to be in new or very good and clean condition. On Sunday 24th July between 2-3pm, members from our St Vincent de Paul Society groups will collect and deliver your donations to add to the ‘mountain’ at the Piazza at the Sacred Heart Cathedral from where they will be quickly distributed to schools. Welcome to our Parish Year of Mercy pilgrimage to Ataturk Memorial, Tarakena Bay, on Monday 8 August. This will be a pilgrimage of peace and reconciliation; of prayer for all those who died in war, and for families today who live in countries torn apart by war. We will take part in the civic ceremony at the memorial at 2.30pm. Please meet to car pool at St Anthony’s Church Seatoun at 1.30pm. A moderate level of fitness is required for the short climb up the hill, via the access road. The event will conclude with afternoon tea at Seatoun RSA at 3.00pm. For further information and registration, please contact Marianne at the parish office. Vigil for the Unborn: Saturday 30th July starting with 10 am Mass at St Anne's Catholic Church Emmett St Newtown. Followed by Adoration during Rosary Procession to front of the hospital. Ends at Noon and followed by shared lunch. All are invited to this prayer effort on behalf of our unborn brothers and sisters. Organised by FLI ph.2378343 Joshua Wellington 2 events 1. One-Day Retreat on Saturday 30 July between 8:30 to 5pm at Home of Compassion, Island Bay. Theme: “Jesus and me… our journey” Retreat Leader: Fr John Walls s.m. Bring some lunch to share. 2. Monthly meeting on Thursday 21st July at 7:30pm in Connolly Hall, Guildford Terrace, Thorndon (behind Sacred Heart Cathedral) Want to know more? Ring John Taylor (04) 389-8915 or 021-107-8538 or e-mail:jnjtaylor@paradise.net.nz Christian Meditation - a day of reflection will be held at Anam Cara, 150 Rangiuru Road, Otaki on Saturday 23rd July 10am to 2:30 pm Bring a packed lunch and a donation to cover expenses. tea and coffee provided. All welcome. Enquiries Hugh 04 2989370 Come away to be refreshed and renewed - Dove Retreat 29 - 31 July Dove Catholic Fellowship for Women invites all women to a retreat weekend with guest speakers Phil and Jennie Ryall from Australia. Jennie a trained counsellor and spiritual companion for many women carries a strong heart for people to find breakthrough into the freedom of God's goodness. Phil and Jennie are leaders for the Disciples of Jesus Community in Australia. Theme: "Never Thirst Again" Venue: Willow Park Christian Camp, Eastern Beach Auckland First Spiritual Exercises (Inner Peace in Friendship with Jesus) This Ignatian based retreat in daily life starts 4 August and following Thursday evenings to 1 September at the Home of Compassion, Island Bay, 7-9:00pm. Commitment: Each of the five Thursday evenings plus directed daily prayer. Cost: $50 plus $25 for the guide book (for those without it). Registration: Sarah Dench, Ph 021-081-44424; sarah.dench@yahoo.co.nz Sacred Heart Cathedral Pastoral Council Invites you to… Two Seminars for this Year of Mercy. Venue: Connolly Hall – Guildford Terrace, Thorndon. Next to the Cathedral. 1. Monday 8 August, 7-9PM Topic: Mercy an Act of Love for our Neighbour Speaker: Sr Sue Cosgrove from the Home of Compassion 2. Monday 12 September, 7-9PM Topic: Jesus is the Face of God‛s Mercy Speaker: Sr Alice Sinnott, RSM from the Sisters of Mercy Koha is gratefully appreciated. 1 bedroom flat required in the Eastern Suburbs. Contact Amrut Ramji at the 4 Square in Seatoun. 388 7061 Last Sunday, the neighbourly Samaritan exemplified the practical action of love. This Sunday, the listing Mary is an example of paying attention to the listening. I think one of the greatest sickness of modern men and women is lack of patient listening. People of this age are ready to do anything but not listening. Particularly when you speak to them about some spiritual matters. The modern mind is like a postal sorting office in the aftermath of a strike. When we sort out today's intake there is yet a massive backlog of memories, unidentified pressures, or confused plans, all clamouring for our attention.
Jesus says: yet Mary has chosen the better part. In spite of all our other things, listening is very important in our lives. Learning how to listen and how to be quiet and still dispose us for the deeper spiritual life. When Lord visits our lives, the one thing necessary in that moment is to know how to listen and receive his gifts. Fr Gregory PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL NOMINATIONS Dear Parishioners It is now nearly 14 months since the inaugural Mass for the formation of Holy Trinity parish took place and the combined members of the PPC took office. Some of these members have expressed a desire to stand down from this committee and we are seeking to recruit some replacement members. The parish pastoral council is a team of parishioners who are focused on meeting the spiritual, liturgical, pastoral and social needs of its people and are responsible for developing the “big picture” for the parish. Some areas of pastoral concern are: faith formation and spirituality; liturgy and worship; proclamation and outreach; social justice and charity; work with our parish catholic schools and young people; pastoral care for groups with special needs; parish operations and communications. Every PPC member brings his or her specific gifts and it is this variety that makes for a strong team. An ideal PPC member is a person of prayer, who likes to be adequately informed before making decisions, who is willing to listen to other views with goodwill and willing to be concerned with the full mission of the parish rather than just specific issues. Monthly meetings are of about 2 hours duration and require consistent and punctual attendance with some background work required between these meetings. We ask for your prayerful discernment in your decision to share your skills and time with your fellow parishioners to help our parish continue the mission of Jesus Christ. If you or someone you know may be willing to offer their skills to our parish then please complete a nomination form and hand it to a priest or to the parish office. A fully functional parish pastoral council is critical to the efficient operation of our parish and your skills could help this team achieve its objectives. God Bless Nomination form at the back of this newsletter. Closing date 31st July 2016 Capuchin Friars Fraternity in Wellington Fr Gregory Lakra OFMCAP – Guardian Fr Ephrem Tigga OFMCAP – Parish Priest Fr Mario Drado OFMCAP – Community Member We farewell Fr Rinardo who has been filling in for Fr Gregory while he has been away on holiday and we welcome Fr Mario who will is joining the Wellington Community. Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith and it runs all around the globe. Join the Alpha course to explore our faith, starting at St Patrick’s Church 7.30pm Tuesday 2 August. Everyone is welcome. Call or txt John 0272328488 or Kim 0222426288 to enrol. St Patrick’s College production 2016 - Grease: Showing each night at 7pm from Monday 1 August to Thursday 4 August in the St Patrick’s College Hall. Tickets: $25 for adults, $20 for students/children and are available for purchase from the College office (which is open during the school holidays) or online through the College website: www.stpats.school.nz. Please note that online bookings will incur a credit card fee. See poster at the back of the Church for more details. Urgent donation of shoes and socks to most needy school students "Mountain of Mercy" – please help The passing of the shortest day heralds our journey back to light and summer, but it also moves us into the depths of winter where the cold is most bitter. Warm, dry feet are something that most of us take from granted, but for the innocent victims of child poverty, this far too often isn’t the case” Cardinal John. Cardinal John has asked for the urgent co-operation and support of all Parishes to create a “Mountain of Mercy” by donating new or near new (in excellent condition) shoes or socks which will be distributed among our primary and secondary schools for both male and female students in most need. Over the next two weeks, a large box will be located in our Holy Trinity Parish Church foyers for donations of new or excellent condition shoes and socks for most needy students at our schools. Please polish them, tie the shoe laces together, and if the size is not clearly visible, write the size boldly on the inside of the shoes. We need shoes that will be warm and dry so they need to be in new or very good and clean condition. On Sunday 24th July between 2-3pm, members from our St Vincent de Paul Society groups will collect and deliver your donations to add to the ‘mountain’ at the Piazza at the Sacred Heart Cathedral from where they will be quickly distributed to schools. Welcome to our Parish Year of Mercy pilgrimage to Ataturk Memorial, Tarakena Bay, on Monday 8 August. This will be a pilgrimage of peace and reconciliation; of prayer for all those who died in war, and for families today who live in countries torn apart by war. We will take part in the civic ceremony at the memorial at 2.30pm. Please meet to car pool at St Anthony’s Church Seatoun at 1.30pm. A moderate level of fitness is required for the short climb up the hill, via the access road. The event will conclude with afternoon tea at Seatoun RSA at 3.00pm. For further information and registration, please contact Marianne at the parish office. Vigil for the Unborn: Saturday 30th July starting with 10 am Mass at St Anne's Catholic Church Emmett St Newtown. Followed by Adoration during Rosary Procession to front of the hospital. Ends at Noon and followed by shared lunch. All are invited to this prayer effort on behalf of our unborn brothers and sisters. Organised by FLI ph.2378343 Joshua Wellington invites men to 1. One-Day Retreat on Saturday 30 July between 8:30 to 5pm at Home of Compassion, Island Bay. Theme: “Jesus and me… our journey” Retreat Leader: Fr John Walls s.m. Bring some lunch to share. 2. Monthly meeting on Thursday 21st July at 7:30pm in Connolly Hall, Guildford Terrace, Thorndon (behind Sacred Heart Cathedral) Want to know more? Ring John Taylor (04) 389-8915 or 021-107-8538 or e-mail:jnjtaylor@paradise.net.nz Christian Meditation - a day of reflection will be held at Anam Cara, 150 Rangiuru Road, Otaki on Saturday 23rd July 10am to 2:30 pm Bring a packed lunch and a donation to cover expenses. tea and coffee provided. All welcome. Enquiries Hugh 04 2989370 Come away to be refreshed and renewed - Dove Retreat 29 - 31 July Dove Catholic Fellowship for Women invites all women to a retreat weekend with guest speakers Phil and Jennie Ryall from Australia. Jennie a trained counsellor and spiritual companion for many women carries a strong heart for people to find breakthrough into the freedom of God's goodness. Phil and Jennie are leaders for the Disciples of Jesus Community in Australia. Theme: "Never Thirst Again" Venue: Willow Park Christian Camp, Eastern Beach Auckland First Spiritual Exercises (Inner Peace in Friendship with Jesus) This Ignatian based retreat in daily life starts Thursday 4 August and following Thursday evenings to 1 September at the Home of Compassion, Island Bay, 7-9:00pm. Commitment: Each of the five Thursday evenings plus directed daily prayer. Cost: $50 plus $25 for the guide book (for those without it). Registration: Sarah Dench, Ph 021-081-44424; sarah.dench@yahoo.co.nz Sacred Heart Cathedral Pastoral Council Invites you to… Two Seminars for this Year of Mercy. Venue: Connolly Hall – Guildford Terrace, Thorndon. Next to the Cathedral. 1. Monday 8 August, 7-9PM Topic: Mercy an Act of Love for our Neighbour Speaker: Sr Sue Cosgrove from the Home of Compassion 2. Monday 12 September, 7-9PM Topic: Jesus is the Face of God‛s Mercy Speaker: Sr Alice Sinnott, RSM from the Sisters of Mercy Koha is gratefully appreciated. POTENTIAL PARISH PASTORAL COUNCILLORS Potential PPC members are parishioners over 16 years of age who are able to commit to working together in service for the good of the whole parish. They will take responsibility for: a) Establishing a vision for the parish b) Drawing up a pastoral plan with goals to help bring the vision about c) Developing the parish pastoral plan which is informed by the archdiocesan Synod Statements and by the Parish’s Mission Statement d) Inspiring and empowering other parishioners by drawing on gifts and talents present in all. It is essential for the PPC to work as a team, but each member brings their own particular talents. Each member ideally should: i) be active in the parish and a person of prayer, striving for personal holiness and holiness of the council. ii) Understand what it means to be Church today in Aotearoa New Zealand iii) Have the good of the whole parish in mind - not just a group or area of their particular interest iv) Be able to communicate well with parishioners and groups v) Be committed to punctuality and to attendance at all meetings, sending an apology if necessary vi) Undertake to be properly informed on issues before making decisions vii) Be able to reflect widely and have the patience to ponder deeply viii) Have the ability to listen to the needs of parishioners ix) Be able to listen respectfully to others on the PPC with full attention, being open to different points of view x) Take full part in PPC discussions xi) Investigates, considers, and proposes practical conclusions about those things which pertain to pastoral works xii) Understand and agree to the consensus decision-making process ___________________________________________________________________________ HOLY TRINITY PARISH 2016 PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL NOMINATION FORM Deadline for receipt of nomination: 31st July 2016 Nomination forms can be emailed to holytrinity.wgtn@xtra.co.nz given to the Priest or Parish Office Details of person being nominated: Full Name: _______________________________________________ email: ________________________________________________ Daytime phone: ___________________________Home phone:_____________________ Mob ___________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Note: If this is not a self-nomination, the person being nominated must be aware of and have agreed to their name being put forward and understand the expectations as stated above. Details of nominator: Full Name: _______________________________________________ email: ________________________________________________ Daytime phone: ___________________________Home phone:_____________________ Mob ___________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Where there are more nominations than there are positions available on the Parish Council, a formal election process will take place Our gospel of today there is
mentioned about "Eternal" life. What is this eternal life? You may have different opinions but according to the Christian terminology, it is a life in the presence of God where we experience perpetual happiness. The question is how do we attain this eternal life then? The scholar of the law in the Gospel too asks the same question to Jesus. And what did Jesus say? He answers the same thing which every Christian is expected to do. Love God and love his or her neighbour. Love is the fulfilment of all the laws. Whom do we call neighbours? Our neighbours are all those who are in need of our love and help. The ability to see the needs of the neighbour, identification of oneself with the neighbour, generosity to share what one possesses with the neighbour is called the 'love' of neighbour. Will you serve and continue to love God with all your heart, your soul, your strength and mind and your neighbour as yourself? I do not have to say "yes" at once. I will let my day to day life write my answer clearly. Fr Gregory New Parish Mass times from 1 August 2016 Thank you to all who took part in the Mass survey, your engagement with this process has been vital and the Parish Council is grateful for the effort made by all. One of the major reasons to go through this process has been to ensure that there is a working Mass roster that two priests can realistically cover travelling between Seatoun, Strathmore, Miramar and Kilbirnie. Firstly a few key points -
For Masses at St Patrick’s Church, Kilbirnie: The Vigil Mass remains at 5.30 pm, Sunday Mass times are now 7.30 am and 10.00 am The Life Teen 5.30 pm Sunday Mass is still under review and will continue for the time being. For Masses at Holy Cross Church, Miramar: Sunday Mass times are now 9.00 am and 5.00 pm. The new Sunday 5pm Mass is to provide the opportunity within the Holy Trinity Parish boundaries for parishioners to attend an evening Mass For Masses at St Anthony’s Church Seatoun and Good Shepherd Hall, Strathmore: Sunday Mass at Good Shepherd remains at 8.30 am. St Anthony's church Sunday Mass has a slight adjustment to 10.30 am Please return your Mass volunteer forms by 10th July. Congratulations to the 5 Children from Holy Cross School who were baptised by Fr Ephrem on Wednesday. Please pray for Luke Carter, Penisimani Finefeuiaki, Jayden Caseley, Georgia Clark, and Kahurangi Burkitt as they take the first step in the faith journey. We believe that everyone should have the chance to explore the Christian faith, ask questions and share their point of view. Join the Alpha course to explore our faith, starting at St Patrick’s Church 7.30pm Tuesday 2 August. Everyone is welcome. Call or txt John 0272328488 or Kim 0222426288 to enrol. Welcome to our Parish Year of Mercy pilgrimage to Ataturk Memorial, Tarakena Bay, on Monday 8 August. This will be a pilgrimage of peace and reconciliation; of prayer for all those who died in war, and for families today who live in countries torn apart by war. We will take part in the civic ceremony at the memorial at 2.30pm. Please meet to car pool at St Anthony’s Church Seatoun at 1.30pm. A moderate level of fitness is required for the short climb up the hill, via the access road. The event will conclude with afternoon tea at Seatoun RSA at 3.00pm. For further information and registration, please contact Marianne at the parish office. You are invited to join St Vinnies in Seatoun/Miramar or in Kilbirnie: The St Vinnies groups meet once a month to pray together and to decide on how to help when people are in need in our community. If you want to join the Kilbirnie Conference, or for more information, contact Peter Woods Ph 3806 390 or pete.cec@clear.net.nz (next meeting Thursday 14 July). If you want to join the Seatoun & Miramar Conference, or for more information, contact Brendan Quirk on Ph 3889 708 or brendan.quirk@hotmail.co.nz (next meeting Monday 11 July). St Catherine's College Open Day Tuesday 16 August 11.30am - 1.00pm and 6.30pm - 7.30pm For more information contact the School Office 939 8988 or office@scc.school.nz www.stcatherinescollege.school.nz. Homestays required for Chinese students commencing at St Patrick's College in Term Three. The College pays $260 per week. For more information email maria.elenio@stpats.school.nz or call 0274187500. From the Archdiocesan Justice Peace and Development Commission "Along the path where Jesus shows us to journey, the guiding principle is service. The greatest is the person who serves most, who serves others most, not the person who boasts, who seeks power, money…vanity, pride. No, these people are not the greatest.” Pope Francis May 2016. Ngā mihi nui . Joshua Wellington invites men to 1. One-Day Retreat on Saturday 30 July between 8:30 to 5pm at Home of Compassion, Island Bay. Theme: “Jesus and me… our journey” Retreat Leader: Fr John Walls s.m. Bring some lunch to share. 2. Monthly meeting on Thursday 21st July at 7:30pm in Connolly Hall, Guildford Terrace, Thorndon (behind Sacred Heart Cathedral) Want to know more? Ring John Taylor (04) 389-8915 or 021-107-8538 or e-mail:jnjtaylor@paradise.net.nz Christian Meditation - a day of reflection will be held at Anam Cara, 150 Rangiuru Road, Otaki on Saturday 23rd July 10am to 230 pm Bring a packed lunch and a donation to cover expenses. tea and coffee provided. All welcome. Enquiries Hugh 04 2989370 The July 10 – July 23 issue of NZ Catholic is out now. Some headlines are: PM says poverty is complex. Pro-life ad stirs hornet’s nest. Where are the young people? Many Catholics don’t know Jesus, says priest. Come away to be refreshed and renewed - Dove Retreat 29 - 31 July Dove Catholic Fellowship for Women invites all women to a retreat weekend with guest speakers Phil and Jennie Ryall from Australia. Jennie a trained counsellor and spiritual companion for many women carries a strong heart for people to find breakthrough into the freedom of God's goodness. Phil and Jennie are leaders for the Disciples of Jesus Community in Australia. Theme: "Never Thirst Again" Venue: Willow Park Christian Camp, Eastern Beach Auckland Prison Fellowship NZ (PFNZ) is an organisation full of volunteers and we want you! Our volunteers are enriching lives by assisting with children’s camps, monthly family activities, Christmas meals, Angel Tree Christmas wrapping and delivering and simply journeying with some of the most marginalised families in your area. Or you may feel a call to prisoner visiting, assisting with practical matters such as budgeting advice, accommodation support, job seeking, or transport. Contact Suzanne Wright at volunteer@pfnz.org.nz or 04 5285419 to find out how you can become part of PFNZ. Check out our website www.pfnz.org.nz First Spiritual Exercises (Inner Peace in Friendship with Jesus) This Ignatian based retreat in daily life starts Thursday 4 August and following Thursday evenings to 1 September at the Home of Compassion, Island Bay, 7-9:00pm. Commitment: Each of the five Thursday evenings plus directed daily prayer. Cost: $50 plus $25 for the guide book (for those without it). Registration: Sarah Dench, Ph 021-081-44424; sarah.dench@yahoo.co.nz Dear sisters and brothers, "Are we there yet?" The journey, the pilgrimage, the desire to get there, are such a large part of human life. Roadside parks and various comfort stations along the way offer temporary relief, but the road constantly beckons the traveller.
Israel has had a long journey from prosperity through infidelity and back again. The people of Israel had been longing for the consolation of their holy home during their exile. In their own national history, they had stopped at various wayside altars in the false hope that they could worship that god and end the searching. The Book of Isaiah pictures that of a mother nursing her whimpering baby. Jerusalem, as the city of God, is the terminus for God's people and, like a loving mother, God has been waiting to embrace all those who have kept faithful to the long road back. Acceptance, welcome, nourishment and a sense of being back home are promised and all within the experience of great joy for God and for God's children. Insecurity is the end of the journey and the beginning of God's being our securing Mother. Jesus sends us with the promise that if we trust God's promises and care, we might not quarrel, question and quit as we make our journey to proclaim that God is mothering us towards which we move through the "here and now" that seems rather insecure at times. Today is the time to trust Jesus and get going bringing joy and happiness in the lives of people. You can do it. Let the peace of Christ control your hearts; let the word of Christ dwell in you richly. Fr Ephrem New Parish Mass times from 1 August 2016 Thank you to all who took part in the Mass survey, your engagement with this process has been vital and the Parish Council is grateful for the effort made by all. One of the major reasons to go through this process has been to ensure that there is a working Mass roster that two priests can realistically cover travelling between Seatoun, Strathmore, Miramar and Kilbirnie. Firstly a few key points -
For Masses at St Patrick’s Church, Kilbirnie: The Vigil Mass remains at 5.30 pm, Sunday Mass times are now 7.30 am and 10.00 am The Life Teen 5.30 pm Sunday Mass is still under review and will continue for the time being. For Masses at Holy Cross Church, Miramar: Sunday Mass times are now 9.00 am and 5.00 pm. The new Sunday 5pm Mass is to provide the opportunity within the Holy Trinity Parish boundaries for parishioners to attend an evening Mass For Masses at St Anthony’s Church Seatoun and Good Shepherd Hall, Strathmore: Sunday Mass at Good Shepherd remains at 8.30 am. St Anthony's church Sunday Mass has a slight adjustment to 10.30 am At the end of this newsletter is a copy of the new Mass times. Mass Roster Volunteer forms are available at the back of each Church. Please return these by the 10th July Thank you. Holy Cross Church – 9.30am Mass on Wednesday 6th of July will be celebrated at Holy Cross School Hall. 5 students from Holy Cross School are being baptised by Fr Ephrem during Mass. Please join them on this special occasion. Holy Cross Happy Hour Weds 6th July from 11am in the Parish Centre. Come join us for bingo. Please bring a small plate of finger food to enjoy with our tea/coffee. All welcome You are invited to join St Vinnies in Seatoun/Miramar or in Kilbirnie: The St Vinnies groups meet once a month to pray together and to decide on how to help when people are in need in our community. If you want to join the Kilbirnie Conference, or for more information, contact Peter Woods Ph 3806 390 or pete.cec@clear.net.nz (next meeting Thursday 14 July). If you want to join the Seatoun & Miramar Conference, or for more information, contact Brendan Quirk on Ph 3889 708 or brendan.quirk@hotmail.co.nz (next meeting Monday 11 July). Acknowledging our gratitude for your generous donations: Your St Vinnies Conference in Kilbirnie thanks parishioners for their on-going generous donations in the cash box in the Church foyer. As a result of your support, we were able to contribute to the needs of two students whose father died suddenly, leaving them facing funeral costs and life on their own. A very BIG thank you to our benefactors! St Patrick’s Church: dates to remember 6th July – 9.30am Mass for the sick and anointing. 6th July – 7pm St Joseph Apostolate 7th July – 7pm St Patrick’s liturgy meeting Parish Council Meeting – Wednesday 6th July 7.30pm in the Holy Cross Parish Centre Finance Committee Meeting – Tuesday 12th July 8pm in the Holy Cross Parish Centre.. Fr Sanele left for his holidays on the 2nd July and will be returning in September. We wish him a safe and much enjoyable trip back home. And we welcome back Fr Gregory who returned this week from his holiday back home to India. Thank you to everyone that helped with the St Vincent de Paul Society Street Day Appeal! We raised a fantastic $12,728! This money will enable Vinnies Wellington to give out hundreds of food parcels, provide hours of budgeting advice and advocacy with our social worker and give local people a helping hand. Thank you for your support, we couldn’t do it without you. From the Archdiocesan Justice Peace and Development Commission The archenemy of compassion is pity. Pity puts distance between you and the person you are pitying. Compassion puts the two of you on the same level. Sr Ann Ward, MMM. Missionary Surgeon. 1929-2016. Ngā mihi nui . News and Views out this Sunday .Distributors from St Patrick’s, please collect your copies from the back of the church. Please note: Thanks for all the great work you do. We are on the cusp of making a few changes to the way we do the distribution as a number of people are interested in receiving theirs by email, we will keep you informed Homestays required for Chinese students commencing at St Patrick's College in Term Three. The College pays $260 per week. For more information email maria.elenio@stpats.school.nz or call 0274187500. KILBIRNIE MASS, MORNING TEA and FLOWER ROSTERS available at the back of the Church Holy Cross Church: dates to remember 5th July – Music group meeting Watch found at St Anthony’s Church. If you think this may be yours, contact the Parish office 388 6953 Come away to be refreshed and renewed - Dove Retreat 29 - 31 July Dove Catholic Fellowship for Women invites all women to a retreat weekend with guest speakers Phil and Jennie Ryall from Australia. Jennie a trained counsellor and spiritual companion for many women carries a strong heart for people to find breakthrough into the freedom of God's goodness. Phil and Jennie are leaders for the Disciples of Jesus Community in Australia. Theme: "Never Thirst Again" Venue: Willow Park Christian Camp, Eastern Beach Auckland For registration and further information visit our website www.dove.org.nz or contact Shona Williams on 07 543 0101 email shonawilliams58@gmail.com. An option of residential or day registrations is available. Prison Fellowship NZ (PFNZ) is an organisation full of volunteers and we want you! Our volunteers are enriching lives by assisting with children’s camps, monthly family activities, Christmas meals, Angel Tree Christmas wrapping and delivering and simply journeying with some of the most marginalised families in your area. Or you may feel a call to prisoner visiting, assisting with practical matters such as budgeting advice, accommodation support, job seeking, or transport. Contact Suzanne Wright at volunteer@pfnz.org.nz or 04 5285419 to find out how you can become part of PFNZ. Check out our website www.pfnz.org.nz First Spiritual Exercises (“Inner Peace in Friendship with Jesus”). This Ignatian based retreat in daily life starts Thursday 4 August and following Thursday evenings to 1 September at the Home of Compassion, Island Bay, 7-9:00pm. Commitment: Each of the five Thursday evenings plus directed daily prayer. Cost: $50 plus $25 for the guide book (for those without it). Registration: Sarah Dench, Ph 021-081-44424; Email sarah.dench@yahoo.co.nz Sponsored by Christian Life Community. |
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