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Ez 34, 11-12. 15-17; 1Cor 15, 20-26. 28; Mt 25, 31-46
Yes, God, you are the Christ -- the King of the UNIVERSE! All creation bows in reverence to you. You are so very present! Dear sisters and brothers, the image isn’t a cosmic world, but that of a shepherd. Not quite what people were expecting of a king when Jesus entered the scene. Not a messiah of power to rule a world with oppression, war, revolution and violence. Let us imagine, a shepherd king, under a starry sky caring for the flock with tenderness and love. Such is the metaphor scripture gives us. Thus, says the Lord GOD: I myself will look after and tend my sheep as a shepherd tends his flock…EZ 34: 11-The Lord is my shepherd, there is nothing I shall want. —Psalm 23 With this great feast, we come to the end of our liturgical year only to begin again next week with the first Sunday of Advent. Over a span of a year, we have heard in Scripture of the creation of the world, and the universe in Christ through whom all was created. We pray in our Creed, Through Him all things, visible and invisible were created. We have lived through a cycle of prayer where we have celebrated our King in the Eucharist with Scripture reflecting on and praying with the WORD MADE FLESH—the Christ. Jesus has taught us the way to discipleship while giving us a glimpse of the Kingdom of God. For when I was thirsty, you gave me a drink; hungry, you gave me food; imprisoned, you set me free; naked, you clothed me. What you did for the least of these, you did for me. Remember the Beatitudes? Blessed are you who do all these things and yours is the Kingdom of heaven! Christ our Shepherd King gave us a new law of love and showed us how to live it in right relationship with God, self, others and the universe. He is the Lamb of God, the King who gave his life that we may have eternal life: Christ has been raised from the dead…in Christ shall all be brought to life. Christ, King of the Universe. Fr Ephrem Holy Trinity Parish Vision We are a prayerful and diverse Catholic community in the Eastern suburbs of Wellington, drawing strength from one another to grow and become fully alive as missionary disciples. Update: former St Patrick’s Presbytery building You will have seen information regarding the former St Patrick’s Presbytery in the last News and Views. We are now in the process of arranging costings for the demolition of the former presbytery and attached building. In the short term the plan is for the area to be cleared which will will provide a much needed car park area for Mass and funeral attendees at St Patrick’s Church. The front garden area will remain as a prayer and reflection space. The Parish Pastoral Council and Finance Committee acknowledge that the St Patrick’s sites are important for the ongoing future development of our Parish. We look forward to working together to help implement the Parish Pastoral Plan to realise their potential in the coming years. There will be a short meeting for those who would like more information and discussion Sunday 26 November after the 10.00 Mass down in St Patricks Parish Centre. Holy Trinity Parish Finance Committee November 2017 Christ the King Feast is celebrated on 26th November. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be held in St Patrick’s Church from the end of 7.30am Mass till the beginning of the 10am Mass. Final Episode: 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. 26th November – Episode 10 World Without End Next Thursday, November 30th we will be baptising 13 children at our school mass at St Anthony's and we would love you to join us, as witness to our wider faith community. The mass will be at 9 a.m. 3 Columban Calendars to give away! Three Columban Calendars have been very kindly donated to the Parish. If you would like one of these please contact the Parish Office and I can put one aside for you. Mass rosters for December have either been emailed out to you or at the back of the Church. Next rosters will be available in February. Christmas Appeal St Vincent de Paul Society Seatoun & Miramar Conference Today we start a three week donation appeal to you for food items, toiletries, treats and gifts to be placed in or beside sign-posted boxes in the foyer any time of the week when the Church is open. You might even like to make up a hamper. On Friday 15 December 2017 our team of drivers and helpers will deliver the boxes of food and items to over 50 families in the district. If you wish to provide a gift could you please wrap it and place a note as to the age and gender the gift would suit. We have placed a brief note for you on the church pews suggesting ideas for donating items or making up hampers. More copies are available in the foyer. This collection is a practical way we can reach out to bring Christ’s love to the homes of our neighbours who are really struggling and for whom this extra help will alleviate their burden. Please note: Last collection day will be the Sunday 10th December Clare Maddock: 388 8548 "REAL CHRISTMAS CARDS" St Vincent de Paul Society Christmas cards will be on sale after Sunday Masses at Holy Cross, St Anthony's and St Patrick's churches. Religious-theme cards "Keeping Christ in Christmas", $2.50 per pack of 5 cards with envelopes. Proceeds to our local SVdP Conference activities. Contacts for supplies are: Holy Cross Church (Julian Knapp ph 970 3905) and St Anthony's Church (Andrew Monahan, ph 021 772 350) St Patrick’s Church (Frank Quirke ph 387 4977) or from the Parish Office Holy Cross Happy Hour Seniors are reminded of our next meeting in the Holy Cross Parish Centre at 11 am Wednesday 6th December NO FOOD REQUIRED. All welcome. Could you also bring a small gift under $5 to exchange St Patrick’s Children’s Christmas Eve Mass If you have children that would like to be part of the Christmas Play, please contact Clare Lundon 021 227 8363. Assistance Needed for Craft Project I have available some peggy squares knitted by a special-needs lady. These need to be joined up into a blanket, which will be donated to charity. If this appeals to you, please contact Margaret Mansell, 3882 840. Wool is available, and project can be delivered. Thank you to Denise and the senior class (Tui) at St Anthony’s School for cleaning St Anthony’s Church inside and out. You’ve done a wonderful job and it is always much appreciated. Well done. Christmas Novena 15 – 23rd December St Patrick’s Church 7.30pm All are welcome to come join us praying a novena for the nine days leading up to Christmas Eve A Double Bill of Music for the Season of Christmas at St Mary of the Angels. Sunday December 17th La Nativité Olivier Messiaen Performed by Bruce Cash Pre-concert talk 1:30pm Performance 2:30pm Koha Wednesday Dec 20th 7:30pm Gaudete Verse anthems by Tomkins, Byrd & Gibbons with a world premier of Gaudete Ross Harris Especially written for this concert Palliser Viols Baroque Voices $30/$15 Join the Cathedral Choirs, Cathedral Orchestra supported by members of local Wellington choirs for a magical Christmas fundraising concert in the Metropolitan Cathedral Wednesday 6 December at 7:00pm. Proceeds from this concert will go towards our fundraising for the much needed work on the Cathedral’s 111 year old Hobday pipe organ. Our programme includes much loved Christmas works such as Gerald Finzi’s In Terra Pax, Stars by Erik Esenwalds and several stunning arrangements of well known Christmas carols by Mack Wilberg and much, much more. So, please join us for an evening of beautiful music to uplift you in the joy of the season! Tickets are $30/$20 concession available online at www.eventbrite.co.nz or on the door. Bach Choir Concert: The Mass in Times of War: The Bach Choir will present a concert of two wonderful Masses, by Haydn and Kodaly, at St Peter's Church Willis St on Sunday 10th December at 3.00pm. Ivan Patterson conducts, Douglas Mews organ accompaniment, and vocal soloists. Tickets $30/$25 concession, children free. A Caring Space An invitation for those who care for a loved one, to spend a few hours creatively exploring with God, what scriptures says about their role as carer. Led by Gill Schaap and Veronica Parton Monday 27th November at the Home of Compassion, 11am – 2pm - Hot drinks provided, please bring you own lunch. Cost: $10 For more details and to register contact Veronica Parton [email protected] 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. National March for Life NZ: Parishes, groups, families and all people of goodwill are invited to March for Life Saturday 9th December. This historical event is officially endorsed by the New Zealand Catholic Bishop’s Conference. Gather at 2pm in Civic Square (101 Wakefield St) ready to walk to Parliament grounds. The spirit of the march is one of celebrating the gift of life and protecting the vulnerable at all of life’s stages from conception to natural death. The march also seeks to highlight to abortion vulnerable women in our community that we are here to support them and do whatever it takes to help them choose life for their precious babies. We are mindful that many in our communities are suffering the effects of abortion in their families. Our message to our community is, you are not alone, there is support, there is healing, there is hope! www.marchforlifenz.org.nz or phone Michael on 021 825 955 Mass for Life – Opening Mass of the National March for Life and Feast of the Immaculate Conception: You and your family are invited to this very special Mass for Life and Holy Hour on the feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary to pray for a culture of life, for a new appreciation of life at all of its stages from conception to natural death and for all pregnant mothers especially those who are abortion vulnerable. This beautiful Mass will be celebrated by Monsignor Burns at St Anne’s Catholic Church, Emmett Street Newtown on Friday 8th December at 7:30pm. For further information on this Mass, please contact Clare on 04 237 8343 or Michael on 021 825 955. Mass and Holy Hour: Friday 8th December, Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the BVM. starting at 7.30 pm on the Eve of the March in St Anne's Church, Newtown. Celebrant: Monsignor Burns. For more info Ph: 237 8343. 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. See Andrew or Bernadette if you would like to purchase a copy from St Patrick’s Church We pray for the members of our Parish families who have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur at this time including Ernestina Zalewski, Maurice Vintiner, Ian Stuart, Eneliko Fatialofa and Cecelia Crowley. Our prayers are also with those who are unwell especially Graeme Adams and Steve Kuzmicich and for the wonderful people who are caring for the everyday needs of the sick in our Community.
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Pro 31, 10-13. 19-20. 30-31; 1 Thess 5, 1-6; Matt 25, 14-30
Dear brothers and sisters, In today’s Gospel master gives servants money to care for a while he is away. Two of the servants invest the money and can give back more than they were given when their master returns. The other, afraid of losing the money, buried it to protect it and so was able to give the master exactly what he had been entrusted with. The two rewarded but the one reprimanded and taken away whatever he had. He thought he would be praised for not losing the money. Returning the coins was the least he could do. Lack of initiative to go above and beyond. The others took a risk and blessed with, but the third servant was afraid of such a situation and chose to take the safer route and preserve the money. If he got in trouble for returning the exact amount, what would have happened if he had lost the money? We are those servants. What will we do with what God has given us? Will we hide our light under a bushel, or will we take risk and make the best use of our talents and give back more than we have been given. Preserving our lives is the least we can do. We can use our hearts and minds to give glory to God and to help each other. We can be like the wife in the first reading who takes her husband’s love and gives back even more. We should be like the enterprising servants who take a risk, but return even more than they were given. Let’s risk our family, social life and spiritual life and invest God’s goodness given to us, invest them for peace and harmonious living of our life. Remember there is no gain without pain. Fr Ephrem Holy Trinity Parish Vision We are a prayerful and diverse Catholic community in the Eastern suburbs of Wellington, drawing strength from one another to grow and become fully alive as missionary disciples. Please pray for our children as they prepare for First Holy Communion. We congratulate our children from St Patrick’s for their First Holy Communion today: Keira Delaney, Liam Delaney, Roman Harrington, Ella Hansen, Elijah Higgins, Aaron Mathew, Beatrice Noriega, Aryan Prasad, Angela Robert, Gerard Sera Jose, Maria Sullivan, Rave Kim Update: former St Patrick’s Presbytery building You will have seen information regarding the former St Patrick’s Presbytery in the last News and Views. We are now in the process of arranging costings for the demolition of the former presbytery and attached building. In the short term the plan is for the area to be cleared which will will provide a much needed car park area for Mass and funeral attendees at St Patrick’s Church. The front garden area will remain as a prayer and reflection space. The Parish Pastoral Council and Finance Committee acknowledge that the St Patrick’s sites are important for the ongoing future development of our Parish. We look forward to working together to help implement the Parish Pastoral Plan to realise their potential in the coming years. There will be a short meeting for those who would like more information and discussion Sunday 26 November after the 10.00 Mass down in St Patricks Parish Centre. Holy Trinity Parish Finance Committee November 2017 Christ the King Feast is celebrated on 26th November. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be held in St Patrick’s Church from the end of 7.30am Mass till the beginning of the 10am Mass. 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. 19th November – Episode 9 The Fire of His Love 26th November – Episode 10 World Without End Holy Cross Happy Hour Seniors are reminded of our next meeting in the Holy Cross Parish Centre at 11 am, Wednesday 6th December. NO FOOD REQUIRED. All welcome. Could you also bring a small gift under $5 to exchange Knitting for babies and children. Many thanks to all parishioners and friends for your continued support. Since beginning in 2011, we have created 3850 items for children in need - keep up the great work! Donations of double-knitting wool/yarn, or cash donations for same, greatly received. Contact Margaret 3882-840 Christmas Appeal. St Vincent de Paul Society Seatoun & Miramar Conference Today we start a three week donation appeal to you for food items, toiletries, treats and gifts to be placed in or beside sign-posted boxes in the foyer any time of the week when the Church is open. You might even like to make up a hamper. On Friday 15 December 2017 our team of drivers and helpers will deliver the boxes of food and items to over 50 families in the district. If you wish to provide a gift could you please wrap it and place a note as to the age and gender the gift would suit. We have placed a brief note for you on the church pews suggesting ideas for donating items or making up hampers. More copies are available in the foyer. This collection is a practical way we can reach out to bring Christ’s love to the homes of our neighbours who are really struggling and for whom this extra help will alleviate their burden. Please note: Last collection day will be the Sunday 10th December Clare Maddock: 388 8548 Thank you to all the Parishioners of Holy Trinity Parish Without your generous support, in time, financially and especially your prayers, we, your local conference, could not carry out this work. “People helping people’ in God’s name. "REAL CHRISTMAS CARDS". St Vincent de Paul Society Christmas cards will be on sale after Sunday Masses at Holy Cross, St Anthony's and St Patrick's churches. Religious-theme cards "Keeping Christ in Christmas", $2.50 per pack of 5 cards with envelopes. Proceeds to our local SVdP Conference activities. Contacts for supplies are: Holy Cross Church (Julian Knapp ph 970 3905) and St Anthony's Church (Andrew Monahan, ph 021 772 350) St Patrick’s Church (Frank Quirke ph 387 4977) A Caring Space An invitation for those who care for a loved one, to spend a few hours creatively exploring with God, what scriptures says about their role as carer. Led by Gill Schaap and Veronica Parton Monday 27th November at the Home of Compassion, 11am – 2pm - Hot drinks provided, please bring you own lunch. Cost: $10 For more details and to register contact Veronica Parton [email protected] 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. Teaching Night @ St Anne’s Hall, Newtown Wed 22nd Nov at 7:30pm. Speaker: Michael Powell Theme: The gift of Word of Knowledge. Evening includes Praise & Worship, group discussion and fellowship. 19th November 2017 - First World Day of the Poor “let us love, not with words but with deeds” Riches and success are often equated with possessions and the independence that comes from having more than enough to live on. Poverty is usually described as having nothing, or lacking the essentials in food and shelter. But these contrasts collapse when we realise how equal we actually are. We are connected; we share a common home – Earth. We own nothing. All is gift. Approaching poverty in this way becomes a very humbling experience. I start to see the sense of looking out for one another, sharing what comes my way, and living responsibly, justly and lovingly. Pope Francis has initiated the first World Day of the Poor to help us recognise our poverty before God and to make greater efforts to respond to the enormity and richness of God’s love for us. Such recognition can help shape us into people of compassion, understanding and acceptance. With these qualities we not only respond to God’s love for us, but we reach out with open hearts and hands to the needs of our sisters and brothers In the words of Pope Francis, the World Day of the Poor is to encourage believers to react against a culture of discard and waste, and to embrace the culture of encounter. We do not live in the dark; we live in the light of Jesus Christ. So we cannot claim ignorance of the struggles that people face in coping with daily life... As Christians, we cannot bury our “one talent” – we cannot hide our light. We are called to be stewards of the gift we have been given – to place it at the service of others – our “one talent” becomes part of a great patchwork that draws the gifts of all together. Together we overcome the difficulties of each. Those with “many talents” risk becoming selfish – trading them for more; becoming richer at the expense of others. Manipulation, exploitation, greedily grasping the little others have... Blessed are the open hands that embrace the poor and help them – bring hope Blessed are the hands that reach beyond every barrier of culture, religion and nationality, and pour the balm of consolation over the wounds of humanity. Blessed are the open hands that ask nothing in exchange... These are hands that call down blessings upon their brothers and sisters. (Pope Francis) Those who are poor, whether financially, intellectually or spiritually, invariably feel powerless to effect any change. Those who are rich in resources can easily overlook or ignore the poverty of others. This first World Day of the Poor is an opportunity for a meeting of minds and hearts, regardless of circumstance. Poverty and richness can each contribute to the welfare of both, joining hands to understand need, to respect dignity, to work together. Every one of us is poor in spirit. It is the love of God that gifts us with life. It is our love for each other that enriches life. To watch the Cardinal’s message: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_IrIO0xKcs&feature=youtu.be. National March for Life NZ: Parishes, groups and all people of goodwill are invited to be a part of this historic event. 2017 Theme : We Love Them Both. Be a beacon of light for Kiwi families, mothers and the unborn! Gather at 2 pm in Civic Square ready to walk to Parliament on Saturday 9th December. www.marchforlifenz.org.nz Mass and Holy Hour: Friday 8th December, Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the BVM. starting at 7.30 pm on the Eve of the March in St Anne's Church, Newtown. Celebrant: Monsignor Burns. For more info Ph: 237 8343. Challenge 2000 Street Day Appeal Thursday 23rd November 2017 HELP US TO HELP THOSE ON THE PERIPHERIES One of the outcomes from the Synod was to challenge ourselves to change, to go, be sent to help those on the peripheries of our society. Here is an opportunity to challenge yourself and make that change. How? Our Annual Street Day Appeal is Thursday 23rd November 2017.
For more information on our work or how you can help, view our website www.challenge2000.org.nz 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. See Andrew or Bernadette if you would like to purchase a copy from St Patrick’s Church 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. We pray for the members of our Parish families who have died recently and those whose anniversaries occur at this time including Leonie Warwick, Rita Longhurst and Krystyna Witkowski. 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. Wis 6, 12-16; 1 Thes 4, 13-18; Matt 25, 1-13
Dear sisters and brothers, In this world where good and evil can occupy the same space, we must be wise and vigilant; stately roses and disruptive weeds can share the same garden, we must be wise and vigilant; the foolish and the wise can sit together at the same table, we must be the wise and prudent ones. The question is: how often are we prepared to be the wise one? The idea of being unprepared is strange; we need to be one step ahead. We come meetings with every document already in hand along with additional research, just in case. We have our shoulders high and ready for whatever comes my way that day. Having said that, I don’t think we can sincerely brag about our spiritual preparedness. Growing up, my grandmother would tell us stories to explain why it wasn’t right to tell a lie, or why it was wrong to steal, and so on. I used to hear her stories and say to myself, “why can’t grandma just say what she means? Why does she have to tell us these stories?” As I got older, it occurred to me that not only did she just enjoy using stories to convey life lessons, but the life lessons made more sense once digested, and became nourishment for my soul. Today’s Gospel reminds me of my grandmother’s stories — a little esoteric, thought-provoking, with moments that make you want to ask a question, but hold back, and in a way, open to interpretation. Like any parable, the reader is invited to do more than just read it. The reader is invited to eat slowly, let the words digest, and relish the total mind and soul effect at the moment when we realize that we have being enriched, and awakened by the words; by the parable of ten virgins; by the story. This Gospel prompts us to stay spiritually awake, and to be prepared to bring light to the darkness. Fr Ephrem Holy Trinity Parish Vision We are a prayerful and diverse Catholic community in the Eastern suburbs of Wellington, drawing strength from one another to grow and become fully alive as missionary disciples. Please pray for our children as they prepare for First Holy Communion. We congratulate our children from St Anthony’s for their First Holy Communion today: Billy Proudfoot, Liam Balogh, Cassara Balogh, Dannielle Trangmar, Joseph Thurston, Coco Giera, Luca Giera, Riley Smith, Sophia Meech, Chloe Blades, Maggie Taylor, Shyla Prasad and Ricco Raymond First Holy Communion dates in our Parish –St Patrick’s 19th November 10am Christ the King Feast is celebrated on 26th November. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be held in St Patrick’s Church from the end of 7.30am Mass till the beginning of the 10am Mass. 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. 19th November 2017 - First World Day of the Poor “let us love, not with words but with deeds” 2017 World Day of the Poor theme. Pope Francis calls on Christians around the world to serve the poor with concrete actions that address their daily needs, writing that ‘service to them is an imperative that no Christian may disregard’. As a Parish, we will be supporting the work of St Vincent de Paul as this coinsides with their foodbank drive on the 18th November at Pak n Save Kilbirnie 11am - 6pm and ask that on the 19th November, parishioners bring a non perishable food item such as; dry pasta and rice; canned fish, canned veges and fruit; beans and chickpeas; cereal; canned and packet soup; toothpaste and toothbrushes; sanitary items; soap and deodorant. There will be a box at the back of each church where you can leave your donation. Fr Gregory celebrated his 60th birthday on the 9th November Please remember him in your prayers Holy Cross Happy Hour Seniors are reminded of our next meeting in the Holy Cross Parish Centre at 11 am, Wednesday 6th December. NO FOOD REQUIRED. All welcome. Could you also bring a small gift under $5 to exchange 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. Knitting for babies and children. Many thanks to all parishioners and friends for your continued support. Since beginning in 2011, we have created 3850 items for children in need - keep up the great work! Donations of double-knitting wool/yarn, or cash donations for same, greatly received. Contact Margaret 3882-840 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. See Andrew or Bernadette if you would like to purchase a copy from St Patrick’s Church 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. Joshua Catholic Men’s Fellowship Wellington Our last meeting for the year on Thursday 16th of November 2017 at 7:30pm. Come and join us at CONNOLLY HALL, (behind Sacred Heart Cathedral). Speaker: Pauline Griffiths, a clinical psychologist on “How have I responded to influences received from my parents” Want to know more? Ring John Taylor (04) 389-8915 or 021-107-8538 or email: [email protected] Elastic Man: religion and gender – 15 November, 7pm Salvation Army Citadel, Vivian St Entry by koha, Speakers: Jewish: Sue Esterman, Temple Sinai, Christian: Diane Gilliam-Weeks, Presbyterian Church, Muslim: Rehanna Ali, Islamic Women’s Council. In this ever-changing world, as Women's role(s) have been and are constantly re-defined, they impact and revise the role of Men. What do our religions (continue to) make of gender? Dove fellowship. To all women, please come and join us for our end of year mass with Fr Ron Bennett, Saturday 18th November at 1.15pm in the Blessed Sascrament Chapel, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Hill St and afterwards at an afternoon tea party in Connolly hall. For further details, contact Shura 3899938, [email protected] Health and Safety at Holy Trinity Parish There have been a few incidents at St Patrick’s Church recently. While these are being dealt with, there are some points to remember for all of us when praying or working at any of our three Churches or around Parish property:
The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty. Further Security After two recent incidents at St Patricks Church, a former parishioner donated some security cameras to help deter intruders and also for monitoring the building entrances. These cameras are mounted at the entrances to the chapel and main body of the Church. (Please be assured that these cameras are NOT monitoring people’s prayer activity inside the Church; if there is an incident the camera footage will be viewed by the Parish Priest and the Finance Chairperson or the Parish Priest and the Parish Pastoral Council Chairperson) If you have a query, please email the parish office and someone from the Finance Committee will get back to you. Challenge 2000 Street Day Appeal Thursday 23rd November 2017 HELP US TO HELP THOSE ON THE PERIPHERIES One of the outcomes from the Synod was to challenge ourselves to change, to go, be sent to help those on the peripheries of our society. Here is an opportunity to challenge yourself and make that change. How? Our Annual Street Day Appeal is Thursday 23rd November 2017.
Please help: Call Megan Ratuki on 04 477 6827 or email [email protected] For more information on our work or how you can help, view our website www.challenge2000.org.nz Thank you to all the Parishioners of Holy Trinity Parish Without your generous support, in time, financially and especially your prayers, we, your local conference, could not carry out this work. “People helping people’ in God’s name. The Department of Theology and Religion at the University of Otago. We are also holding a Digital Drop-In session about our Distance Learning Programme Wed Nov 15, 7-8pm. You can join us via an easy-to-use, free computer programme called Zoom, talk to lecturers, and find out more about our courses. For more information www.otago.ac.nz/theology/news if you would like to join in please email Paul Trebilco ([email protected]) The urgent challenge to protect our common home includes a concern to bring the whole human family together to seek a sustainable and integral development, for we know that things can change. The Creator does not abandon us; he never forsakes his loving plan or repents of having created us. Humanity still has the ability to work together in building our common home. Pope Francis, Laudato Si’, 2015 Compassion calendar events November/December 2017 – see noticeboard for details Lent Processor work at Caritas in 2018 Caritas is hiring up to 3 short-term, fulltime, staff to help process donations arising from the Bishops’ Lenten Appeal 2018. The work will be at the Wellington office of Caritas from Wednesday, 21 February to Friday, 13 April 2018 inclusive. Training will be provided. The pay rate will be $20.20 per hour plus 8% holiday pay. Attention to detail, speed, accuracy and good communication skills will be important for the success of applications. Understanding of and commitment to the values of Caritas Aotearoa New Zealand are essential. Applications can be made to [email protected] and must be received by 5pm, Wednesday, 15 November. Expressions of interest - Director, National Liturgy Office The New Zealand Catholic Bishops’ Conference (NZCBC) is seeking expressions of interest in the role of Director of the National Liturgy Office. In addition to a background in liturgical studies/ministry, the successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills, strong administrative and managerial experience. While currently based in Auckland there is flexibility on the 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 We pray for the members of our Parish families who have died recently especially Mariana Lealamanua and those whose anniversaries occur at this time including Russell Murray. 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 Malachi 1, 14b-2, 8-10; 1 Thes 2, 7b-9. 13; Matt 23, 1-12
The greatest among you must be your servant. When we stop and really open our hearts to Jesus, we can recognize once again that we are far from perfect. But the good news for us is that Jesus is not looking for perfection in us but humility and service. Jesus reminds us that we are brothers and sisters, part of the human family. He urges us to be compassionate and not to let our lives get sidetracked by the external rewards offered by our society. Jesus invites all of us, even the greatest among us, to be a servant. If we alter the way we think about the kind of service Jesus is calling us to? As we consider being a servant, we change the meaning to love. I am a servant to my husband: I serve my husband by loving him better; husband loving his wife better. Parents are called to serve their children – to love them. Many of us are servants for/loving – our elderly parents. In my life today, I am no longer raising children, but I am serving/loving my husband/wife each day as much as I can. And I have grandchildren to care for, and my adult children to love in new ways. Our goal is to be a servant for those who suffer, sharing this pain with Jesus. It is that awareness of others and the compassion I pray for that counteracts what Pope Francis calls the globalization of indifference. The first reading from Malachi echoes the gospel with the same challenges to the religious leaders who had grown lazy in their duties. Malachi reproaches: they “have turned aside from the way, and have caused many to falter” by their instruction. “Have we not all the one father? Has not the one God created us? Fr Ephrem Holy Trinity Parish Vision We are a prayerful and diverse Catholic community in the Eastern suburbs of Wellington, drawing strength from one another to grow and become fully alive as missionary disciples. Please pray for our children as they prepare for First Holy Communion. We congratulate our children from Holy Cross for their First Holy Communion today: Chimereuchem Elyana Kelechi, Chiemesia Diona Kelechi, Chidumnoro Kismet Kelechi, Sean Thomas Evans, Rociana Ropati, Lupe Ropati, Joshua Alexander Angelo, Laura Joan, Anastasia Graham, Lauseana Kerschbaumer, Andry Bourke, Liaiina Lefale, Xanthe Rose Matilda Dickie, Adam Burns, Benjamin Finefeuiaki, Mounga Finefeuiaki First Holy Communion dates in our Parish – St Anthony’s 12th November 10.30am & St Patrick’s 19th November 10am Annointing Mass at St Patrick’s Church Wednesday 8th November 11am 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. 19th November 2017 - First World Day of the Poor “let us love, not with words but with deeds” 2017 World Day of the Poor theme. Pope Francis calls on Christians around the world to serve the poor with concrete actions that address their daily needs, writing that ‘service to them is an imperative that no Christian may disregard’. As a Parish, we will be supporting the work of St Vincent de Paul as this coinsides with their foodbank drive on the 18th September and ask that on the 19th November, parishioners bring a non perishable food item such as; dry pasta and rice; canned fish, canned veges and fruit; beans and chickpeas; cereal; canned and packet soup; toothpaste and toothbrushes; sanitary items; soap and deodorant. There will be a box at the back of each church where you can leave your donation. 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] 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. 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. 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. See Andrew or Bernadette if you would like to purchase a copy from St Patrick’s Church 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. Joshua Catholic Men’s Fellowship Wellington Our last meeting for the year on Thursday 16th of November 2017 at 7:30pm. Come and join us at CONNOLLY HALL, (behind Sacred Heart Cathedral). Speaker: Pauline Griffiths, a clinical psychologist on “How have I responded to influences received from my parents” Want to know more? Ring John Taylor (04) 389-8915 or 021-107-8538 or email: [email protected] 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. 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 When people work together looking for each other’s good, the world reveals itself in all its beauty. Pope Francis, 22 October 2017 Elastic Man: religion and gender - Wednesday 15 November, 7pm the Salvation Army Citadel, 92 Vivian St Entry by koha, all welcome. Speakers:Jewish: Sue Esterman, Temple Sinai, Christian: Diane Gilliam-Weeks, Presbyterian Church, Muslim: Rehanna Ali, Islamic Women’s Council. In this ever-changing world, as Women's role(s) have been and are constantly re-defined, they impact and revise the role of Men. What do our religions (continue to) make of gender? 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] Dove fellowship. To all women, please come and join us for our end of year mass with Fr Ron Bennett, Saturday 18th November at 1.15pm in the Blessed Sascrament Chapel, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Hill St and afterwards at an afternoon tea party in Connolly hall. For further details, contact Shura 3899938, [email protected] 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]' Expressions of interest - Director, National Liturgy Office The New Zealand Catholic Bishops’ Conference (NZCBC) is seeking expressions of interest in the role of Director of the National Liturgy Office. In addition to a background in liturgical studies/ministry, the successful applicant will have excellent interpersonal skills, strong administrative and managerial experience. While currently based in Auckland there is flexibility on the 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 Lent Processor work at Caritas in 2018 Caritas is hiring up to 3 short-term, fulltime, staff to help process donations arising from the Bishops’ Lenten Appeal 2018. The work will be at the Wellington office of Caritas from Wednesday, 21 February to Friday, 13 April 2018 inclusive. Training will be provided. The pay rate will be $20.20 per hour plus 8% holiday pay. Attention to detail, speed, accuracy and good communication skills will be important for the success of applications. Understanding of and commitment to the values of Caritas Aotearoa New Zealand are essential. Applications can be made to [email protected] and must be received by 5pm, Wednesday, 15 November. Health and Safety at Holy Trinity Parish There have been a few incidents at St Patrick’s Church recently. While these are being dealt with, there are some points to remember for all of us when praying or working at any of our three Churches or around Parish property:
Proverbs 27:12 The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty. Further Security After two recent incidents at St Patricks Church, a former parishioner donated some security cameras to help deter intruders and also for monitoring the building entrances. These cameras are mounted at the entrances to the chapel and main body of the Church. (Please be assured that these cameras are NOT monitoring people’s prayer activity inside the Church; if there is an incident the camera footage will be viewed by the Parish Priest and the Finance Chairperson or the Parish Priest and the Parish Pastoral Council Chairperson) If you have a query, please email the parish office and someone from the Finance Committee will get back to you. The Department of Theology and Religion at the University of Otago. We are also holding a Digital Drop-In session about our Distance Learning Programme. This will be held on Wednesday Nov 15, 7-8pm. You can join us via an easy-to-use, free computer programme called Zoom, talk to lecturers, and find out more about our courses. For more information go to www.otago.ac.nz/theology/news and if you would like to join in please email Paul Trebilco ([email protected]) Christmas Crib or Nativity scene - This tradition began in 1223, in the Italian town of Greccio, where Saint Francis of Assisi, with the help of a local landowner, brought into the hearts and minds of the people, that first Christmas night. He did this in order to help them better understand the poor surroundings in which Jesus was born and to make the wondrous event of the Incarnation more real to them. The people came with candles and torches to attend Holy Mass by the crib and seeing the scene were reminded of God's love for us in sending His only son to be born in the poverty of a manger. 794 years later, the tradition continues and each Christmas we see again the Child born to save mankind. We would like to help you keep this age-old tradition alive by offering a selection of beautiful nativities that will bring Christ to your mind, hearts and homes this Christmas. Visit us online at catholicgifts.co.nz or call us on (09) 629 0820 569 We pray for the members of our Parish families who have died recently especially Fr John Berry, Fr John Heijen, Father Patrick Joseph Cumiskey, Bronia Wojchiewski and Gertruda Knap and those whose anniversaries occur at this time including Lorraine Soto, Leigh McGuiness and Joanne Cunnignham. Our prayers are also with those who are unwell especially Graeme Adams and Steve Kuzmicich and for the wonderful people who are caring for the everyday needs of the sick in our Community. |
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