Dear brothers and sisters this Sunday, we do not have the homily by the priest, Instead, we have “Lectio Divina”. Lectio Divina is a Latin term meaning reading with God or Holy Reading as it is said in today’s guidelines. It is one of the best ways of praying using the Scripture, which if practiced on a regular basis, gently leads us into a deep relationship with Christ as we open ourselves to him. It is the ultimate “Do it yourself” Spiritual project. In our Lectio Divina we will hear today a Gospel passage from Mt:22:34-40. The theme of the Passage is; “What is the greatest commandment?”
   “You shall love the Lord your God with all your soul, with all your heart and with all you mind. This is the greatest and the first commandment.” How do we prove our love for God and our neighbours? The only way we can show we love to God with all our soul, with all our hearts and with all our mind is by loving our neighbour as ourselves. Loving one’s neighbour, means being able to forget our will for the good of another. It means offering of self for another and generously sacrificing for others. To love God above all and our neighbour as ourselves, we need to measure up to the love Jesus himself witnessed to all. Fraternal charity without limits is what God expects from us “There is no greater love than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”(Jn15:13)
         To love sincerely our neighbour is a challenge that each one of us must face if we proclaim that we love God more than anything else in this world. To do this we have to see every one of us our brothers and sisters in the likeness of God, no matter how sinful they have become. We must bear in mind that “one who has no love for a brother cannot love God he has not seen. God’s command is this: whoever loves God must also love his brother (1Jn4:20-21) Loving is not only in our thoughts and desires. We should show them in both our words and deeds.
    Lord Jesus, your love surpasses all. Flood my heart with your love and increase my faith and hope in your promises. Help me to give myself in generous service to others as you have so generously given yourself for me.                                                                                                                      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.

Please pray for our children  as they prepare for First Holy Communion.
 
First Holy Communion dates in our Parish– Holy Cross 5th November 9am  St Anthony’s 12th November 10.30am & St Patrick’s 19th November 10am
 

Holy Cross Happy Hour – Weds 1st November 11am in the Parish Centre. Seniors are reminded of our next happy hour. A friendly game of bingo and a shared lunch.  All welcome.

 
Annointing Mass at St Patrick’s Church will be Wednesday 8th November 11am due to soleminity of All Saints on the 1st November

Dear Parishioners of Holy Trinity
Diocesan rules allow for our priest to say a maximum of three masses each on a Sunday (see Canon 905 §2)
Sunday includes the vigil mass on Saturday night. Though we currently have 3 priests, we are required to arrange Masses for two priests.
From early December, the current Mass timetable must be changed, and our Sunday morning mass schedule must allow at least 30 minutes travel time for our Priest to attend the liturgies.
The parish liturgy committee and pastoral council have worked hard for a solution based on the following 2 principles:
1.    That the mass time changes will cause the least disruption over the entire Parish
2.    That the communities most affected by proposals will be consulted and views taken into account.
We are proposing the following two changes from Sunday 3rd December:
·         The Strathmore Hall mass at 8.30am discontinue.  This proposal will not change plans for monthly masses by the Samoan chaplaincy and their social gatherings
·         The St Anthony’s Sunday Mass change from 10.30am to 8.30am
All other Sunday masses times remain unchanged at Holy Cross and St Patricks. 
The St Anthony and Strathmore communities are currently being consulted and we encourage you to provide feedback and suggestions.
The change reflects one-time change (for St Anthony’s) in the Parish and one location change for the Strathmore community.
Can I stress two points:
1.     the changes are required by December.
2.    We are one Parish.
The pastoral council would encourage your support and worship at any church in the Parish at a time that may suit you.
Please provide Va’a or Andrew feedback on this proposal.
 
Va’a Lotevale                                                              Andrew Gunn  021 684 355
 [email protected]                                       Parish Pastoral Chair
                                                                                    [email protected]

November is a special month in which we are encouraged to pray for the dead

• A plenary indulgence may be gained for the dead, once only, by visiting a church on 2 November and praying the Lord’s prayer and the Creed.

 
Three conditions are required for the gaining of the indulgence:

• Sacramental confession
• Holy Communion
• Prayer for the Pope’s intentions

 

NOVEMBER PRAYERS FOR THE DEAD:  As November is the traditional month for special prayers for our loved ones, parishioners are asked to write the names and place them in the box in the Church, or give them to the priest.  Envelopes are available in the foyer. Because of the large number of names, we will only print anniversaries or recent.   All names will be remembered in Masses offered during November.

Attention St. Anthony’s Altar Linen Ministers: We are very short of Altar Linen. For the last few weeks we have had insufficient linen for Mass. Please - when your turn comes, would you collect Thursday or Friday and return in time for setting up for Sunday Holy Mass.

FINAL DAYS TO GET IN YOUR APPLICATION - 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

National March for Life: CAN YOU HELP? Are you able to offer accommodation for 1 or 2 nights for people travelling to Wellington for the March for Life on the 9th December? If so, we'd love to hear from you  TXT: 021 231 7954 or Email: [email protected]

MASS SCHEDULE
FOR HOLY TRINITY PARISH
Thursday 2nd November
 
7am                     St Patrick’s Church
 
9.30am                St Patrick’s Church
 
9.30am                Holy Cross Church
 
11.30am             St Anthony’s Church
 
7pm                     Holy Cross Church
 Anglican Archbishop David Moxon is returning home to New Zealand after 5 years overseas.  Cardinal John Dew and Anglican Archbishop Philip Richardson invite you to attend Vespers on  Tuesday 31 October 2017 at 6pm at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Hill Street. 
Archbishop David Moxon was until June 2017, the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Representative to the Holy See and the Director of the Anglican Centre in Rome.
 We look forward to seeing you there.
 

Seatoun Arts & Crafts celebrates its Annual Exhibition and Sale
at the Village Hall, Saturday 28th October 10am – 5pm Sunday   29th October 10am – 4pm

10 copies of Len Fifield playing the Southward Car Museum Wurlizer Organ have been generously donated to sell with all proceeds going to the Parish.
CD’s - $20 each.
Contact Andrew Greening at St Patrick’s Church if you would like to purchase a copy. 

Engaged Encounter is a weekend experience for couples intending to be married.  The next weekend is 11-12 November. Registrations close 2 weeks before. Venue: Presbytery, 301 Karori Road. For more details go to the website at http://www.ceewellington.org.nz Kate & Simon Olsen 801 6192 or  [email protected]

2018 Columban Calendars available through the office $12 each.
 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. 
If anyone is available to sell these Calendars after one of the Masses in November, please contact the office?

History of NZ Catholic Charismatic Renewal:  a history of Catholic Charismatic Renewal in New Zealand has been compiled to commemorate the 50th anniversary Jubilee and is now available for purchase.  $20 per copy plus $6.50 p&p.  Contact "ccrnz.org" or Margaret Paton  [email protected] or  (09).298.4409

St Patrick’s Primary School Ethnic Food Fair 5.30 – 7.30 Friday 17th November
Food Fair Posters - If you are able to display a/some posters for the Ethnic Food Fair please ask at the office for some. To make sure we make the most possible profit we need as many people to come to the fair as possible. Last year we even had people displaying posters in their cars windows.
Hoopla Jars - Room 2 is preparing a Hoopla Jar Activity for the Ethnic Food Fair. We would love anyone who is able, to fill a jar with goodies. A Hoopla Jar is a jar that you fill with surprises. Ideas for things to put in the jar; stickers, little toys, Lego, balloons, lollies, stationery, jewellery, fudges, sewing equipment, beauty products … use your imagination.

Healing Service There will be a Healing Service conducted by Fr John Rea SM at St Anne`s Church, Newtown on Monday 30 October beginning at 7.30 pm.  Everyone is welcome.  Please bring those who need Jesus` healing and invite others to come.

Christian Meditation day of reflection on Saturday 4th November at Home of Compassion, Island Bay.
from 10 am to 3.00 pm Fr Alan Roberts will lead the reflection on "Our deepest desire is not something we create; it is something we desire "Bring a lunch and a koha for expenses of the day. Tea and coffee provided.
enquiries : Hugh McLaughlin tel:042989370 or e-mail:[email protected]

The Christian Brothers Past Pupils are holding their annual Christmas dinner at Sts Peter & Paul’s Church Hall in Johnsonville on Saturday, 4 November from 7pm. All past pupils, families and friends are welcome. Contact Kevin McCormack 478 6792.

Challenge 2000 Youth House Meals - We are seeking meals for our Challenge 2000 youth houses, which provide homes for young people, some of whom are completing school or starting tertiary studies, some of whom are going through the justice system. The intention is to create a community and an environment conducive to personal and spiritual growth. The model relies heavily on the generosity of those who run the houses, and we would like to be able to support them with meals. If you are able and willing to provide a meal, for 5 to 8 people, on a fortnightly or monthly basis, your assistance would be readily received and much appreciated. Please contact Daniel on [email protected], or at 021459997.

JOB VACANCY - The Catholic Discipleship College is looking for a faithful and energetic person to join our staff team in February/March 2018. They will be responsible for both administration and fundraising. Good written and administration skills are essential and we would prefer someone who wants to be an active member of the CDC community. Please send enquiries to [email protected]'

Bach Cantata Vespers - At 5.00pm on the evening of Sunday 29th. The Lutheran Church of New Zealand, led by Bishop Mark Whitfield, presents a special Bach Cantata Vespers, Commemorating the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, in the Wellington Cathedral of St Paul in Thorndon. The music for this worship event includes Bach’s Violin Concert in E BWV1042, the Cantata of Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott  BWV80, and the motet Der Geist helft unser Schwachheit auf BWV226. Guest musicians include Rick Erickson, Cantor from Houston, Texas; The Chiesa Ensemble; soloists; and the Choir of Wellington Cathedral of St Paul. This service promises to be a feast of sacred music and it will also be recorded for broadcast by Radio NZ. So a magnificent finale to this year of commemoration.

First Friday of the month. Taizé Prayer. The Sisters of Compassion Taizé Prayer service, first Friday of every month, 7pm‒8pm, Crombie Chapel, Our Lady’s Home of Compassion, 2 Rhine St, Island Bay. Ph. 04 383 7769. Dates: 3 November, 1 December

Set Apart: An Exhibition of Fibre Art by Merrilyn George - 4 October-10 December Inspired by the Life of Suzanne Aubert, this exhibition of quilts by a leading fibre artist is a powerful expression of Suzanne’s story and best appreciated in person. Set Apart is on display in the Suzanne Aubert Heritage Centre, Our Lady’s Home of Compassion, Island Bay. Opening hours: 10am-3pm Mon to Sat; 12-3pm Sun

​We pray for the members of our Parish families who have died recently especially Fr John Berry and Danziel Kalolo-Apolonario and those whose anniversaries occur at this time including Antoinette Mallia and William Dyson.  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.

​Most of the time we have seen Jesus, as it were, on the attack. He had spoken three parables like the parables of the two sons (Mt 21:28-32), the parable of the tenants in the Vineyard(Mt21:33-46) and the parable of the wedding feast(Lk14:15-24) in all these parables he plainly accused the orthodox Jewish leaders. But here in this gospel passage we see the Jewish leaders launching their counter attack and they do so by directing at Jesus carefully formulated question. The question was: It is or it is not lawful to pay tribute to Rome? Paying any types of taxes was never appreciated among the Jews. No one was comfortable in paying the taxes, especially any kind of religious taxes.
     There were three regular taxes which the Roman Government exacted from the Jewish people. There was a ground tax, then there was an income tax and there was also a poll tax. The tax in question here is the poll. This tax had to be paid by every male person from the age of fourteen to the age of sixty five, and every female person from the age of twelve to sixty five. These are the question which the Pharisees asked set Jesus a very real dilemma. But Jesus as a divine son was very wise and clever. He asked to see a coin which was stamped with the Emperor’s head. Jesus asked whose image was on the Coin.  It is Caesar’s,  they said And He said give to Caesar.  What belongs to Caesar.  But more importantly, Jesus reminded his audience that they are also God’s people. We are made in the image and likeness of God.(Gen 1:27) So he said give to god what belongs to God. Ball was in their court now. Every Christian has a double citizenship. They are a citizen of a country in which they happen to live. Therefore they are bound to pay the taxes. They are also a citizen of heaven and therefore they are bound to obey God. How sincere and honest we are when the question of priority of obeying God comes?
                                                                                                                                                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.

Last year at the end of the Year of Mercy,
Pope Francis wrote a document for the Universal Church called Misericordia et Misera. In it he wrote:
“It would be beneficial if every Christian community, on one Sunday of the liturgical year,
could renew its efforts to make Sacred Scriptures better known and more widely diffused.”
Over the weekend Masses of the 28 and 29 October,
each parish has been asked to read the Gospel using Lectio Divina.
This practice helps us to read, meditate and live the Word of God.
There are four phases:
1. Reading of God’s word;
2. Meditating on what we have heard;
3. Prayer which is when we enter in dialogue with God;
4. Contemplation where we get ready to listen to God’s voice, who speaks within us.
Finally, we think about a concrete action arising from the scripture.
You may like to sit with a scripture passage at home and follow these phases
in preparation for experiencing this at the Mass.
Please feel free to bring along a Bible in your own language on this weekend.

Dear Parishioners of Holy Trinity
Diocesan rules allow for our priest to say a maximum of three masses each on a Sunday (see Canon 905 §2)
Sunday includes the vigil mass on Saturday night. Though we currently have 3 priests, we are required to arrange Masses for two priests.
From early December, the current Mass timetable must be changed, and our Sunday morning mass schedule must allow at least 30 minutes travel time for our Priest to attend the liturgies.
The parish liturgy committee and pastoral council have worked hard for a solution based on the following 2 principles:
1.    That the mass time changes will cause the least disruption over the entire Parish
2.    That the communities most affected by proposals will be consulted and views taken into account.
We are proposing the following two changes from Sunday 3rd December:
·         The Strathmore Hall mass at 8.30am discontinue.  This proposal will not change plans for monthly masses by the Samoan chaplaincy and their social gatherings
·         The St Anthony’s Sunday Mass change from 10.30am to 8.30am
All other Sunday masses times remain unchanged at Holy Cross and St Patricks. 
The St Anthony and Strathmore communities are currently being consulted and we encourage you to provide feedback and suggestions.
The change reflects one-time change (for St Anthony’s) in the Parish and one location change for the Strathmore community.
Can I stress two points:
1.     the changes are required by December.
2.    We are one Parish.
The pastoral council would encourage your support and worship at any church in the Parish at a time that may suit you.
Please provide Va’a or Andrew feedback on this proposal.
 
Va’a Lotevale                                                              Andrew Gunn  021 684 355
 [email protected]                                       Parish Pastoral Chair
                                                                                    [email protected]

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.
Details for 29th October – Episode 6
A Body Both Suffering and Glorious: The Mystical Union of Christ and the Church Father Barron explores the Catholic Faith’s unique understanding of the relationship of Jesus Christ and the Church. Witness how the Mystcial Body or Christ is a living organism that stretches fro Rome to New York, Sao Paolo, Manila, and Namugongo, embracing humanity in all of its joys and sorrows.  
Details for 5th November – Episode 7
Word made Flesh, True Bread of Heaven: The Mystery of the Liturgy and the Eucharist.  Father Barron explains  the words, gestures, and eanings of the Church’s Eucharist. 

Attention St. Anthony’s Altar Linen Ministers: We are very short of Altar Linen. For the last few weeks we have had insufficient linen for Mass. Please - when your turn comes, would you collect Thursday or Friday and return in time for setting up for Sunday Holy Mass.

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

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

MASS SCHEDULE
FOR HOLY TRINITY PARISH
Thursday 2nd November
 
7am                     St Patrick’s Church
 
9.30am                St Patrick’s Church
 
9.30am                Holy Cross Church
 
11.30am             St Anthony’s Church
 
7pm                     Holy Cross Church
Holy Cross School Thank You Morning Tea - Thank you for supporting our school community during the 2017 School Year. We invite you to attend our ‘Thank You Morning Tea’ at Holy Cross School. Thursday 2nd November 10.15am – 11:45am
Please RSVP by Tues 24th October to: Kathee Hughes: 3887189 or [email protected]

Seatoun Arts & Crafts celebrates its Annual Exhibition and Sale
at the Village Hall, Saturday 28th October 10am – 5pm Sunday   29th October 10am – 4pm

A reminder to all deliverers of the news and views to collect your copies from the back of the the Churches. Thank you to those who have collected theirs for distribution but there are still many waited to be collected. The next edition will be ready in a couple of weeks, so if you could please collect them prior to that if you haven’t already. If you are unable to deliver your copies, or would like to help deliver the news and views,  then email the office  [email protected] and your details will be forwarded to the co-ordinator. Thank you.

THANK YOU: REQUEST FOR TOOLS MET - Catholic Social Services would like to thank all those who have responded to the request for tools to support a former refugee working as a builder.  We are delighted to report that this need has now been met through donations from the Catholic community, and we don’t need any further donations of tools.  Thanks so much for your generous responses.

Engaged Encounter is a weekend experience for couples intending to be married.  The next weekend is 11-12 November. Registrations close 2 weeks before. Venue: Presbytery, 301 Karori Road. For more details go to the website at http://www.ceewellington.org.nz Kate & Simon Olsen 801 6192 or  [email protected]

2018 Columban Calendars available through the office $12 each.
 Calendars will be available for sale 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. 

History of NZ Catholic Charismatic Renewal:  a history of Catholic Charismatic Renewal in New Zealand has been compiled to commemorate the 50th anniversary Jubilee and is now available for purchase.  $20 per copy plus $6.50 p&p.  Contact "ccrnz.org" or Margaret Paton  [email protected] or  (09).298.4409

St Gerard’s Monastry Open Day – Mt Victoria Saturday   Oct   28th 10am – 4pm.   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).

St Patrick’s Primary School Ethnic Food Fair 5.30 – 7.30 Friday 17th November
We are about to launch into preparations for our annual Food Fair. We’d love as much help as possible and to include the Holy Trinity parishioners in any way possible. The next fair meeting at 6.30pm on Tuesday 7th November for people who are able to help us organise different aspects of the fair. If you have any suggestions or can help in any way please email [email protected] On the night we’re always short of people to man the stalls (it’s very easy as we have tickets so money handling is not necessary). Otherwise, please come along and support us by buying our delicious food and tell your friends and family they’re welcome, too.

Holy Hour You are invited to a Holy Hour on Tuesday 24 October beginning at 7.30 pm in the Cathedral chapel to pray for vocations to priesthood and consecrated life.  This Holy Hour will include prayers, Scripture, times of silence, hymns and conclude with Benediction followed by supper.

Healing Service There will be a Healing Service conducted by Fr John Rea SM at St Anne`s Church, Newtown on Monday 30 October beginning at 7.30 pm.  Everyone is welcome.  Please bring those who need Jesus` healing and invite others to come.

Teaching Night with Fr John Rea @ St Anne’s Hall, Emmett Street, Newtown  Wednesday 25th October, at 7:30pm.  Theme: The gift of prophecy  Evening includes Praise & Worship, group discussion and fellowship.  Everyone is welcome!

Christian Meditation day of reflection on Saturday 4th November at Home of Compassion ,Island Bay.
from 10 am to 3.00 pm Fr Alan Roberts will lead the reflection on "Our deepest desire is not something we create ; it is someting we desire "Bring a lunch and a koha for expenses of the day.Tea and coffee provided.
enquiries : Hugh McLaughlin tel:042989370 or e-mail:[email protected]

Volunteers needed for Street Appeal Can you Help?
Parkinson’s New Zealand are needing volunteers to collect at the Wellington Railway Station (early morning), Wellington Airport and in the Wellington CBD (anytime) at their Annual Street appeal on Friday 3rdNovember 2017.
If you can help please call Nicola on 04 801 8850 or email [email protected]

Let us not forget that the Our Father is the prayer of the poor  … The Our Father is a prayer said in the plural: the bread for which we ask is “ours”, and that entails sharing, participation and joint responsibility. Pope Francis, Message for the World Day of the Poor 2017

JOB VACANCY - The Catholic Discipleship College is looking for a faithful and energetic person to join our staff team in February/March 2018. They will be responsible for both administration and fundraising. Good written and administration skills are essential and we would prefer someone who wants to be an active member of the CDC community. Please send enquiries to [email protected]'

Last year at the end of the Year of Mercy, Pope Francis wrote a document for the Universal Church called Misericordia et Misera. In it he wrote:
“It would be beneficial if every Christian community, on one Sunday of the liturgical year,
could renew its efforts to make Sacred Scriptures better known and more widely diffused.”
Over the weekend Masses of the 28 and 29 October,
each parish has been asked to read the Gospel using Lectio Divina.
This practice helps us to read, meditate and live the Word of God.
 
There are four phases:
1. Reading of God’s word;
2. Meditating on what we have heard;
3. Prayer which is when we enter in dialogue with God;
4. Contemplation where we get ready to listen to God’s voice, who speaks within us.
Finally, we think about a concrete action arising from the scripture.
You may like to sit with a scripture passage at home and follow these phases
in preparation for experiencing this at the Mass.
Please feel free to bring along a Bible in your own language on this weekend.

November Mass rosters have been emailed out, are on the website or at the back of the church.

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.
 
Details for 15th October – Episode 4
Our Tainted Nature’s Solitary Boast: Mary, the Mother of God.  We travel to the ruins of Ephesus and to the great Marian Shrines of Lourdes and Guadalupe. Fr Barron explains the Church’s great reverence for Mary and her unique role in history of salvation.
 
Details for 22nd October – Episode 5
The indispensable Men: Peter, Paul, and the Missionary Adventure presents the Church’s missionary endeavour which begins with the adventures of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. From Ephesus, Corinth, Athens, and Rome and to the far reaches of the world, Father Robert Barron traces the influenced of these two great apostles and their enduring legacies in the life of the Church.

If God exists, it changes everything!  A final reminder that the Alpha faith course starts again this week.  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.
Find out more about what the Alpha course will be covering:
an introductory video for the course will screen after the 7.30am and 10am Masses at St Patrick’s Church on Sunday 15 October, along with tea and coffee.

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

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

St.Catherine’s 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 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 a friend or neighbour could do with some help.  Many thanks and God bless.  

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]

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.

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

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]

100 YEARS OF FATIMA Talk on Mary, Fatima and the Rosary Saturday, 21 October 2017 Speaker: Maximilian Fuhrer Venue: Our Lady of Fatima Church, Tawa Time:    4 -6 p.m. Contact [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 Newtown 06 364 0344 Phone: Chris Walker (06) 3640344

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]

Engaged Encounter is a weekend experience for couples intending to be married.  The next weekend is 11-12 November. Registrations close 2 weeks before. Venue: Presbytery, 301 Karori Road. For more details go to the website at http://www.ceewellington.org.nz Kate & Simon Olsen 801 6192 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. 

History of NZ Catholic Charismatic Renewal: “The New Day that Dawned” – a history of Catholic Charismatic Renewal in New Zealand has been compiled to commemorate the 50th anniversary Jubilee and is now available for purchase.  $20 per copy plus $6.50 p&p.  Contact "ccrnz.org" or Margaret Paton email [email protected] or phone (09).298.4409

St Gerard’s Monastry Open Day – Mt Victoria Saturday   Oct   28th 10am – 4pm.   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).

St Patrick’s Primary School Ethnic Food Fair 5.30 – 7.30 Friday 17th November
We are about to launch into preparations for our annual Food Fair. We’d love as much help as possible and to include the Holy Trinity parishioners in any way possible. We have fair meetings at 6.30pm on Tuesday 17th October and Tuesday 7thNovember for people who are able to help us organise different aspects of the fair. If you have any suggestions or can help in any way please email [email protected] On the night we’re always short of people to man the stalls (it’s very easy as we have tickets so money handling is not necessary). Otherwise, please come along and support us by buying our delicious food and tell your friends and family they’re welcome, too.

100 YEARS OF FATIMA Talk on Mary, Fatima and the Rosary Saturday, 21 October 2017 Speaker: Maximilian Fuhrer Venue: Our Lady of Fatima Church, Tawa Time:    4 -6 p.m. Contact [email protected]

Expressions of interest - Director, National Liturgy Office
The New Zealand Catholic Bishops Conference (NZCBC) is seeking applications for Director of the National Liturgy Office. This is a unique, part-time role supporting liturgical practice within the Catholic Church in Aotearoa New Zealand which:
•           promotes sound and appropriate liturgical practice within the bicultural environment of Aotearoa New                                 Zealand
•           provides advice and recommendations to NZCBC on liturgical matters
•           ensures effective liaison with international liturgical bodies, including the Holy See
•           liaises with dioceses throughout New Zealand on all aspects of liturgical practice.
In addition to a background in liturgical studies/ministry, the successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills, strong administrative and managerial experience.  Familiarity with liturgical practice in New Zealand would be an advantage.  The role is 30 hours a week (negotiable) and while currently based in Auckland there is flexibility on location of the role.
For enquiries or a job description contact James van Schie, Executive Officer, NZCBC – [email protected]  - including a current CV and an outline of your motivation for the role. 
Final date for acceptance of applications is Monday, 20 November 2017
 

Volunteers needed for Street Appeal Can you Help?
Parkinson’s New Zealand are needing volunteers to collect at the Wellington Railway Station (early morning), Wellington Airport and in the Wellington CBD (anytime) at their Annual Street appeal on Friday 3rdNovember 2017.
If you can help please call Nicola on 04 801 8850 or email [email protected]
 
​We pray for the members of our Parish families who have died recently including Leo Buchanan and those whose anniversaries occur at this time including Angela Panettieri, Jarlath Dooley, Franz Forstner, Victor Sheehan, Audrey Metcalf and Robert Gates.  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.

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.
​

Today’s liturgy talks about the freedom we have to say Yes or NO to God. But it also talks about the possibility of change. Through our sinfulness our initial Yes could become a NO. Through God’s grace an initial NO could become a Yes. For example we can examine the lives of Sts Francis of Assisi and Augustine of Hippo. Both of them had said no to God in their initial stage of life. They lived a life very unpleasant to God and men. Nonetheless, later on they were converted and changed their way of life and became very exemplary people and great Saints in the Church.  The teaching of Jesus indicates towards the Jewish leaders who said they would obey God and then did not. The tax gatherers and the harlots are those who said that they would go their own way and then they went God’s way. They ideal sons and daughters would be the ones who accept the father’s orders with obedience and respect and who unquestioningly and fully carry them out. But there are truths in this parable which go far beyond the situation in which it was spoken. It tells us that there are two very common classes of people in the world, the saints and the sinners. We have all of us met these people.  We could be one of them too. Sometimes we are seen as saying ‘Yes’ to God and Other times ‘No’. Here we learn that the Christian way is in performance and not promise and that the mark of a Christian is obedience graciously and courteously given.  In this week let examine ourselves in which class do we belong to?                                        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.

Mother Aubert’s Anniversary of Death – Sunday 1st October
When Suzanne Aubert died in 1926, her funeral was the largest ever witnessed for a New Zealand woman. Humble yet determined she had made an extraordinary impact on society, and thousands – from the upper echelons to the very poor - lined the streets of Wellington to pay their respects as her body was drawn through the city. For 66 years of her life she had brought hope and courage in our land of Aotearoa New Zealand to all especially to the needy. Today Mother Aubert continues to inspire us by her writings and example. Many of the social challenges and injustices Suzanne faced are still with us now. This anniversary prompts us therefore to ponder deeply our response to the social, health and educational needs of Māori, Pākehā and indeed all those who today call New Zealand home.  Suzanne Aubert founded the Sisters of Compassion in 1883 and still today the Sisters continue her pattern of service founded on faith, love and compassion. Please pray today for the Sisters and may our nation be blessed   through   further   vocations   to   the   Sisters   of   Our   Lady   of Compassion.

Feast of St Francis of Assisi
Our Capuchin Fathers and the Lay Franciscans are celebrating the Feast Day of St Francis of Assisi, their founder, on the 4th of October 2017.
There will be the Transitus of St Francis (passing away) on the 3rd of October 7pm at
St Patrick’s Church Kilbirnie followed by a light supper in the church meeting room.
The Solemn Holy Mass will be on Wednesday 4th October 2017 9.30am at
Holy Cross Church Miramar followed by the blessing of the animals (please bring your pets) and a cup of tea/coffee in the church centre (back of the hall).
We welcome you all to come and celebrate with us the Feast day of our Founder.
Please note: this will be the only Mass in the Parish on this day

Holy Cross Happy Hour – Weds 4TH October following the Capuchin cup of tea from approx 11.30am onwards in the Parish Centre. Seniors are reminded of our next happy hour. A friendly game of bingo and a shared lunch. Bring a plate. All welcome.

Annointing Mass at St Patrick’s Church has been changed to Wednesday 11th October at 11am due to the Feast of St Francis.

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

Do you want to hear something really magic?  Sometimes we may wonder how great it would be if the scriptures came to life today and a miracle really happens. That would make us sit up!
Well it did. On Thursday 21 there was some concern that with the absence of our president Brendan it would all fall to bits and we would not have enough supper and so on.
You remember the loaves and fishes? Well it did happen.
At the gathering and after I saw the face of Jesus; even though he did look like an old man,
Then the table for supper! Talk about an overload. I was able to take a plate of the leftovers to health benificiaries for morning tea the next day and at lunchtime on Friday there were many boys at St Pats who could be seen sharing some of the left-over. That’s what I call real communion. Thanks to everyone: the clergy, the choir, the reader who stood in at short notice, the servers , the mystery cooks who seemed to make the miracle happen and all those attended from all over the Wellington area.

St Patrick’s Church - A refresher course is offered to our Readers and Ministers of the Eucharist. Thank you to all who came to the refresher course last weekend.

St Patrick’s Church flower roster – If you are unavailable for your rostered week, please organise with one of the others on the roster to do a swap. There is an updated roster on the noticeboard at the back of the Church. There are gaps for the 8th Oct, 19th Nov and 7th Jan so if anyone is available to cover these days, just put your name in.
St Patrick’s Church rosary statue roster – A reminder that those who are on the roster to have the statue for the coming month are responsible for contacting the person who currently has it and arranging the transfer.
 
UPDATED MASS ROSTER FOR BIBLE SUNDAY – 29TH OCTOBER
updated roster for Bible Sunday included at the back of this newsletter.
Please check to see if you are rostered on.

A reminder to contact the office if any of your details change so we can update your records. Thank you to those who have passed on your new email addresses.

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, our Parish, to please once again show your generosity and stamina as we pull together 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:
(1) Cash donations are wonderful to allow us to purchase larger items such as a microwave and rice cooker and also cover any other items we don't collect; financial donations, including cheques to "Holy Trinity refugee collection", can be placed in a clearly marked envelop in any collection up to 1 October.
(2) We also need specific items to ensure the home is functional and pleasant from day one.  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.

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

KIWI ATHLETIC CLUB, Opening and Enrolment for 91st Season ,4th October 5pm, Newtown Stadium. For college age to adults. Ideal for newcomers, winter coders, and returnees. Contact Peter Jack, 3886224.

If God exists, it changes everything!  Alpha talks are designed to engage guests and inspire conversation. They explore the big issues around faith and the basics of Christian faith, addressing questions like “Who is Jesus?”, “Why and how do I pray?” and “How does God guide us".  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.

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

Advent and Christmas Liturgy Workshop – An interactive workshop with Fr Patrick Bridgman, looking at liturgies for the seasons of Advent and Christmas, including symbols and resources.  Registrations to[email protected] before 2nd October.  Workshop, repeated on Thursday 5th October 7-9pm, Lecture Room 1, Catholic Centre, 22 Hill Street, Wellington.  Saturday 7th October 10-12noon, St Theresa’s Parish Hall, 210 St Andrews Road, Plimmerton.

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]
 

Sat 7 Oct Pilgrimage within Wellington: Srs Jo Gorman and Sue Cosgrove will lead a pilgrimage around Wellington to the places special to Suzanne Aubert. This will begin at Island Bay and will include following in the footsteps of the remarkable Suzanne Aubert. 9am-4pm, starting from Our Lady’s Home of Compassion, 2 Rhine St, Island Bay, Wellington. More information: [email protected]

Sat 14 Oct Invitation: You are invited to gather for the Karakia Whakatūwheratanga the Rededication of Our Lady’s Home of Compassion and the Blessing of the Final Resting Place of Ko te Kaurangi nei a Meri Hōhepa the Miha to celebrate the 125th founding of the Sisters of Compassion by the Venerable Suzanne Aubert.  6am-3pm, 6am-6.15am gather for the Karakia Whakatūwheratanga (Dawn ceremony) to commence at 6.30am, 11am Miha (Mass), breakfast and lunch provided, rsvp by 30 Sept: [email protected] or 383 7769.

Last Marriage Encounter Opportunity for 2017  Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend Fri 6th Oct – Sun 8th Oct being held for the first time at Silverstream Retreat, Lower Hutt. Book your place now 0800 362 686
 

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.

YOU ARE INVITED TO A Silent Retreat with Bishop Basil Meeking Friday 20 - 22 October 2017 VENUE:  
Home of Compassion, Island Bay, Wellington The Society's annual retreat is held over three days.  People are welcome to  attend on a daily basis or to live in accommodation with all meals available at the Home of ompassion.  The Latin Mass will be offered on each day of the retreat, with Prayer of the Office, Adoration, and confession opportunities on Saturday together with inspiring talks from Bishop Meeking on each day of the
retreat. For further information please contact: Neil Coup: 04 589 6924              Mobile: 021 896924
Jan Curran:  07 838 2646            Mobile: 027 6128297 Email:  [email protected]

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

October WelCom is out this week for Sunday 1 October.
 
Contents include:

•           Synod ’17 weekend, Wellington, 15-17 September ‒ Cardinal John Dew.
•           Rome shifts responsibility of liturgical translations back to national Conferences of Bishops ‒ Bishop Charles Drennan.
•           Suzanne Aubert celebration day 1 October and Sisters of Compassion celebrate 125 years.
•           Day Prayer to Respect Life, Sunday 8 October – Fr Neil Vaney.
•           World Mission Sunday, 22 October – Fr Bernard Espiritu.
•           WelCom’s Journey of Faith visits Upper Hutt Parish
•           Stories from dioceses, parishes, youth and schools.

 
​We pray for the members of our Parish families who have died recently especially Michael (Mike) Kerr and those whose anniversaries occur at this time including Angela Panettieri, Kevin Morris, Kathryn Dobbs, Walenty Sypula, Kenneth Bridie & Ken Lydon 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.