The Sacrament of Penance (First Reconciliation/Confession)

will be held over two evenings Tuesday19th&Wednesday20thNovember2019. There will be extra priest’s available & parishioners are invited to take the opportunity to come along for this Sacrament. St Mark’s Church at 7.00pm

The days have certainly been “blazing like an oven’ as in the first

reading for this Sunday and the “nations will rise up against nation,

and kingdom against kingdom” it says in this Sunday Gospel. These

are all end of the world predictions which could have applied to

many times in the history of the world. We are coming to the end

of the Churches liturgical year and the Church takes this

opportunity to remind us of things eternal and of the final

judgment we will all have to face at the end of time. Next Sunday is

the Solemnity of Christ the King when this will be portrayed even

more dramatically.

This Sunday we are reminded to keep focused on Jesus and not to

be deceived by imposters. Luke is speaking to a persecuted Church

of his day that faced denunciation, suppression, violent attacks and

betrayal from within. Through all this the community is to remain

resolute and confident in the love of God and the Gospel ends this

with “By your perseverance you will secure your lives”.

It is very difficult to persevere when all things in life seem hopeless,

confused and impossible. When Jesus faced the Cross and death,

he placed his confidence and trust in his loving Father, and this of

course led to the Resurrection and new life.

To persevere we need to have a strong and deep relationship with

God and to speak to God in prayer every day. In my life prayer has

been the one thing that has helped me in the most difficult times.

Sometimes the prayer is one of surrender, sometimes of pleading

and desperation but mostly of thanks and of praise for all God has

done for me. When we turn to God in honesty and openness it is

incredible how our prayers are answered. Sometimes in the most

surprising ways and through the most surprising people. When we

try to do “it”, life, on our own we always seem to fail but when we

turn to God it is surprising what happens.

This week we celebrate the Sacrament of Penance (First

Reconciliation | Confession) with many parishioners for the first

time. Everyone is invited to this opportunity to celebrate the

forgiveness and mercy of God on Tuesday and Wednesday evening

from 7-8pm there will be another priest available from outside our

community as well as Fr Denis and myself. In the busyness of this

season and time of year it is good to take stock, reflect and pray,

and get our own spiritual house in order for the end of the year.

My thanks to all who assisted with the Pastoral Visitation of the

Parish by Bishop Terry Brady last weekend. He made himself

available to anyone who wished to speak to him. His words were

encouraging and challenging.

Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C 17 November 2019

YoursintheLordJesusChrist,

Fr.MichaelMcLean,ParishPriest

Climate change and social justice In His encyclical Laudato Si’, Pope Francis calls on us to take

swift and unified global action to address environmental

degradation and climate change.

The effects of climate change disproportionately impact the

poor and disadvantaged, and represent as much a social justice

issue as an environmental one.

You are invited to a presentation by Brendan Bateman,

parishioner and climate change lawyer and Al Gore trained

Climate Reality presenter, who will explain the current climate

crisis, and the solutions and actions needed to achieve a just

transition to a low emissions future. When: Sunday 17 November at 10:15am (after Mass)

Where: Parish Centre (upstairs)

Morning tea will be available

ALL WELCOME

St Mark’s Catholic Parish, Drummoyne

Supporting John’s Ordination, At Mass this weekend we will take up a special collection At Mass this weekend we will take up a special collection At Mass this weekend we will take up a special collection At Mass this weekend we will take up a special collection

for our parish gift for our parish gift for our parish gift for our parish gift that will be presented to John on his

Ordination to the Diaconate.

In addition we have one of our tap machines at the church foyer set at $25 for funds to support

the cost of the evening.

As a parish it is an honour to host this event for john and we thank you in advance

for your generosity.

If you are preparing for surgery or suffering with a serious illness, you are encouraged to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick to strengthen you and offer you community support.

Our next Anointing Mass will be held at 12pm on Saturday23November2019with the Sacrament of Penance (Confession | Reconciliation) from 11.30am. Following our Anointing Mass bring a plate to share in a light lunch

Parishioners, visitors, family, friends and carers are all welcome.

Today’s Liturgy.Today’s Liturgy.Today’s Liturgy.Today’s Liturgy. EntranceAntiphon:Jer 29:11,12,14

The Lord said: I think thoughts of peace and not of af7liction. You will call upon me, and I will answer you, and I will lead back your captives from every place.

First Reading: Mal 3:19-20

Evildoers will be destroyed; those who fear God will be saved.

Responsorial PsalmPs 97:5-9. R. see v.9 The Lord comes to rule the earth with justice.

Second Reading 2 Thes 3:7-12

Work hard and earn your keep.

Gospel Acclama�on: Lk 21:28

Alleluia, alleluia! Lift up your heads and see; your redemption is near at hand. Alleluia!

Gospel: Lk 21:5-19

Patiently endure the trials you are sure to face for Jesus.

Offertory An�phon: Ps 129:1-2

Out of the depths have I cried to you, O Lord; Lord, hear my voice. Out of the depths have I cried to you, O Lord.

Communion An�phon: Ps 72:28

To be near God is my happiness, to place my hope in God the Lord.

Gloria Glory to God in the highest, and on

earth peace to people of good will.

We praise you, we bless you,

we adore you, we glorify you,

we give you thanks for your great

glory,

Lord God, heavenly King,

O God, almighty Father.

Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son,

Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the

Father, you take away the sins of the

world, have mercy on us;

you take away the sins of the world,

receive our prayer;

you are seated at the right hand of the

Father, have mercy on us.

For you alone are the Holy One,

you alone are the Lord,

you alone are the Most High,

Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit,

in the glory of God the Father. Amen.

The Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God,

the Father almighty,

Creator of heaven and earth,

and in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,

who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,

born of the Virgin Mary,

suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was cruci7ied, died and was buried;

he descended into hell;

on the third day he rose again from the dead;

he ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty;

from there he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,

the holy catholic Church,

the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins,

the resurrection of the body,

and life everlasting. Amen.

Next Week: Our Lord Jesus Christ,

King of the Universe - Year C 2 Sm 5:1-3; Col 1:12-20;

Lk 23:35-43

BAPTISED FAMILIES MASS INVITE Save the Date

All St Mark’s baptised families, parishioners and friends are

invited to the annual

“Return of the Baptised Family Mass”

on Sunday 8th December 2019 at 9am Mass followed by

morning tea in the Parish Centre.

Please bring a plate to share.

Thank you for bringing a new member into our parish

community.

We hope you can join us on this special occasion.

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and we congratulate their parents.and we congratulate their parents.and we congratulate their parents.and we congratulate their parents.

God Bless You!God Bless You!God Bless You!God Bless You!

Baptism Presentations this weekend.Baptism Presentations this weekend.Baptism Presentations this weekend.Baptism Presentations this weekend. We welcome the families who will be presenting

to their new faith family prior to their upcoming baptism.

StMark’sAdventPrayerandRe"lectionProgram

LeadbynewlyordainedDeaconJohnPham

Join our Prayer group to Re7lect and Pray on the season of Advent

from Tuesday3December

at 10:00am Parish Centre OR

Join our RCIA group Re7lect and Pray on the season of Advent

from Thursday28November

at 7:00pm Parish Centre

PrayerandRe�lectionwillbeweeklyuntilChristmas

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ÉÇ Saturday 30th November 2019 at 6.00pm

St Mark’s Catholic Church

33 Tranmere Street

Drummoyne, NSW 2047

Light refreshments will be served in the Parish hall.

Beverages - BYO

For catering kindly RSVP by 23For catering kindly RSVP by 23For catering kindly RSVP by 23For catering kindly RSVP by 23rdrdrdrd November 2019 November 2019 November 2019 November 2019

St Mark’s Parish Office Phone: (02) 9181 1795 or Email: admin@stmarksdrummoyne.org.au

Arrangements are being made for John Pham’s Ordination to the Diaconate on Saturday, 30 November 2019 at St Mark’s Parish.

Waiters:We require waiters, for the evening do your have a teenage son, daughter, grandchild who is able to volunteer to be a waiter for the evening. Please let Fr Michael or the parish office if you, or someone you know can help.

Our next time to serve meals and help the less fortunate at

St Canice's Kitchen, is Sunday 1 December if you wish to help

please contact the parish of7ice.

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*AthirdAussieSaint?*MonicaDoumit:TwistingthetruthOnly$2.00availablefromtheChurchfoyer

NationalPrayerCampaignforDrought

The Catholic Church in Australia is dedicatingthemonthofNovember2019 as a time to pray for those affected by

crippling drought conditions and to pray for the gift of rain.

Parishes, across the country are being encouraged to

participate in the National Prayer Campaign for Drought,

which also invites people to provide assistance to those most

in need. The month of prayer is an additional response to the

local work being done in affected communities.

EternalGod,

Inwisdomandloveyoucreatedourearth

tosustainusandgiveuslife.Weturntoyounow

infaith,hopeandlove,askingyoutolookwithfavouronourdrought-strickenland,onourstarvinganimals,onourfailingcrops.

Strengthen,sustainandgivenewhearttoourfarmers

andtoallwhoareaffectedbydrought;bewiththosewhosupportthem.

Inyourlovingprovidence,sendabundantrain

andrestoreourparchedearth.Fatherofallcompassion,

hearourprayerthroughJesusChristyourSon,

inwhomthepromiseofnewlifehasdawned,andthroughthepoweroftheHolySpirit,

theLordthegiveroflife:Renewyourfaithfulpeople;Renewthefaceoftheearth.

OurLadyoftheSouthernCross,Mary,helpofChristians–

Prayforus.StMaryoftheCrossMacKillop–

Prayforus.

WalkwithChrist2019Sunday24November

JoinArchbishopAnthonyFisherOPandthousandsof

SydneyCatholicsinourannualEucharisticProcession,

WalkwithChrist.CelebratingtheFeastofChristthe

King!Meet2pmfora2.30pmstartoncnrofMartinPlace

andPittStreetinSydney'sCBD.

AnnualLourdesDayMassThe Annual Lourdes Day Mass of the Order

of Malta will be celebrated by His Grace, Archbishop Fisher and the

Chaplains of the Order on Saturday7Decemberat10amin

StMary’sCathedral. This is a very special event in our calendar, to offer Charism

to the sick, the elderly and frail. There will be a Blessing from the Archbishop and Chaplains, and vials of Lourdes

water will be distributed. A reserved area for those in wheelchairs or needing assistance is set aside and access to

the Cathedral for wheelchairs is from St. Mary’s Rd. Familyandfriendsarewelcome.

Parking for the general congregation is in the Enacon Car Park adjacent, at the end of Cathedral St.

For any enquiries or should you need assistance please contact the Order at: info@smom.org.au;

macolmi@bigpond.net.au or phone 9331 8477.

Regional volunteers for the St Vincent de Paul Society in NSW have been working tirelessly in comforting and supporting the affected in

the wake of the raging bushfires on the East Coast.

Donations for their bushfire appeal can be made online at https://donate.vinnies.org.au/appeals-nsw/vinnies-nsw-

bushfire-appeal-nsw or envelopes are available in the Church foyer.

In other years: St Elizabeth of Hungary (1207 - 1231) She was a daughter of the King of Hungary. She was given in

marriage to Ludwig, the Landgrave of Thuringia, by whom she had three children. She frequently meditated on heavenly things

and when her husband died she embraced poverty and built a hospice in which she cared for the sick herself.

StMark’sTapTerminals.Worshipers at St Mark’s, Drummoyne who don’t have any cash on them at Mass can now donate using their credit cards ‘Tap’ electronic terminals can be found in the Church, with a preset nominated amount of $5 or $10. All you will need to do is tap your card on the terminal to make a donation to our Parish (2nd collection). Please remember that if you wish to have a tax receipt for any donations, they will need to be made through our planned giving monthly credit card deductions (complete a green card with a tick in that you require a tax deduction).

PARISHDIARYDATES

† Climate Change: 17 November 2019

Join the conversation on the current

climate change crisis - 10:15am after

morning Mass in the parish centre.

† First Rite: 19/20 November

Candidates make their Sacrament of

Penance (First Reconciliation) in the

Church at 7.00pm.

† Anointing Mass: 23 November

Our next Anointing Mass is at 12pm

followed by a light lunch - bring a

plate to share.

† Feast of Christ the King: 24 November

Join the walk with Christ at 2pm from

the CBD.

† Ordination to the Diaconate:

30 November

Parishioners are invited to seminarian

John Pham’s Ordination to the

Diaconate, at our 6pm Vigil Mass by

Bishop Terrance Brady DD VG EV.

Following Mass dinner with be

celebrated - SAVE THE DATE

† St Canice’s Kitchen : 1 December

Our to help the less fortunate at

St Canice's Kitchen, is Sunday 1

December if you wish to help please

contact the parish office.

† St Vincent de Paul Giving Tree:

1 December Our Vinnie’s Giving

Christmas tree will be in the church

from Saturday 30 November Gifts

placed under the Giving Tree will be

given to those in need for Christmas.

† CANCELLED 11 December

St Mark’s Annual

Carols on the Lawn has been

cancelled for 2019.

† Carols at St Mark’s:

Friday 20 December 2019 @ 6pm

Join our Christmas Carols celebration

performed by Schola Nova Choir .

† Baptism Reunion Mass:

Sunday 8 December 2019@9am

If your child was baptised at St Mark’s

come along to our special Mass

followed by morning tea.

† Combined Parish Reconciliation:

Wednesday 18 December @ 7.30pm

The 2nd Rite of Penance

(Reconciliation I Confession) will be

held at St Mark’s Drummoyne with the

combined parishes of Drummoyne,

Five Dock & Haberfield.

School References:

If you require a high school reference from Fr Michael, please submit to the

parish office all of the following documentation .

1 The relevant part of the School Nomination Form to be filled out by the

Parish Priest with details - such as the name of your child, start year for

the high school, Parish and Parish Priest;

2 A photo of your child who is being nominated, with the other members

of the family, if possible (family photo);

3 One-page biography of family’s major involvements and commitments

in the life of the parish and primary school, past and present, include

membership details of your Parish Planned Giving Program and ensure

you are on the parish census.

4 Other relevant information, eg community roles, other financial

commitments to the parish and schools;

5 A stamped, pre-addressed envelope addressed to the school.

The Parish Priest Reference is sent directly to the high school.

Thank you.

TwilightRetreatsAs we continue our journey to the 7irst Plenary Council in October

2020, you are invited to share in a prayer and formation experience. This is a wonderful opportunity to share in nurturing your faith and spirituality with Catholics from parishes across the

Archdiocese of Sydney. Retreat1

WHERE: Our Lady of Fatima, 825 Forest Rd, Peakhurst WHEN: Sunday, 24th November 2019

TIME: 2:30pm - 5:30pm followed by 6pm Youth Mass FACILITATOR: Patricia Thomas, Pastoral Counsellor

Retreat2WHERE: St Patrick's Crypt, 20 Grosvenor St, Church Hill

WHEN: Friday 5 December 2019 TIME: 5.30pm- 7pm entry the crypt via courtyard gate

FACILITATOR: Fr Michael Whelan SM Please Register Your Interest and attendance: plenarycouncil@sydneycatholic.org

or contact Barbara Perry 0438 012 964

StMark’sParish,DrummoyneTwilightRetreatswillbeheldinFebruary2020detailstofollow.

If you have any Plenary 2020 questions please contact our community ambassadors, Monica Fernon and Jacquie Erwin

email, yc@stmarksdrummoyne.org.au or contact them via the parish of7ice

St Vinnies Christmas Cards,

Calendars, Rosary Beads and children’s

books will be available near the doors at the

entrance to the Church at all Masses from 23 | 24 November leading

up to Christmas.

Our Vinnies Christmas Appeal will be the weekend of 8 | 9

December. Your gift can transform the lives of Australian parents and children

who are struggling with the pain of hunger and

poverty.

2nd & 4th

Monday of the

St Vincent de Paul

Society

7:45 pm

Parish Centre

Tuesday

(during school term)

Italian Prayer Group A3er 9:30am Mass

Parish Centre

2nd Wednesday

of the month

Liturgy Commi9ee

Parish Pastoral Council

6:30 pm

7:30 pm

Parish Centre

Thursdays RCIA (Right of Chris;an

Ini;a;on Adults)

7: 00pm

Parish Centre

3rd Thursday of

the month

Sunshine Club Lunch 12 noon - Oxford Hotel,

Cnr Victoria & Lyons

Rds, Dummoyne

Last Friday of the

month

St Mark’s Catholic

Women’s League

11:30am

Parish Centre

(February to October)

St. Mark’s Parish:

United in Baptism, Nourished by the Eucharist, Guided by the Holy Spirit,

We Form a Vibrant and Caring Community, Living and Proclaiming the Gospel,

Reaching Out to Those in Need, Journeying Together,

Growing in Faith.

Send a Seminarian

Home for Christmas. Please contact the Seminary on 9726

8114 for details on how to buy raffle

tickets or visit our webpage

(seminary.org.au/raffle) to help send an

overseas-born Seminarian Home for

Christmas with his family.

The draw will take place at Redemptoris Mater Missionary

Seminary, 106 Gurney Rd Chester Hill on 24th November 2019.

SAVE THE DATE: Carols at St Mark’s

Friday 20 December 2019 @ 6pm

Christmas Carols at St Mark’s Church

A Christmas celebration performed by Schola Nova Choir

Come and experience

the exquisite sounds of this Choir and join with

them to sing your favourite carols. All Welcome - bring the family.

FAITH FORMATION WITH ADVENT REFLECTION

RCIA AT ST. MARK’S

Our journey of faith following the advent reflection will be

commences on Thursday 28 November 2019 at 7.30pm and

Tuesday 3 December 2019 at 10.00am in the

Parish Pastoral Centre.

Parishioners are invited to come along for reflection which

they might find helpful in their own faith journey and

spiritual lives. Also, for people who are not Catholic at this

stage and might be interested in learning more about the

faith. All welcome to join and share who we are and what

purpose of our lives.

BookLaunch‘TowardsthePromisedLand’inKingsgrove

Saturday23November2pm

Come to the book launch of the inspiring life and faith

journey of Enza Di Franco Russo who came to our shores

from Italy with her family at age 17 and made a home in

Australia. Saturday 23 November – 2pm, Parish Hall,

Our Lady of Fatima Parish, 89 Shaw Street, Kingsgrove.

All Welcome!

Enquiries: St Pauls Publications – 02 9394 3400.

Inyourloveandconcern,

pleaseprayforthefollowingill

membersofourcommunity:

Brian&AnnJohnson,

ThereseLees,EileenO’Neill,

GiovanniIacono,

MeaganFicarra,TamNguyen

Sr.CarmelClancyPBVM,&allSt.Mark’sparishcommunitymembers

unwellatthistime.

RecentlyDeceased:Gesualda'Gina'Bruzzese,JoyceSlyneyMarieTran&GiuseppeZoccali.Weprayforthosewhohavediedand

offerourprayerstotheirfamilies.

NovemberisthemonthofHolySouls.During November the Church invites us into prayer for the souls in purgatory. The Church on earth prays for the souls in purgatory that they may be purified and welcomed into Heaven. Our prayer, and especially our greatest prayer - the Mass - aids the souls in purgatory on their journey to Heaven. Throughout November we celebrate the memory of our deceased family, friends, parishioners, neighbours, locally, nationally & globally.

Saturday Vigil 6.00pm Sunday 9.00am & 6.00pm

Weekdays: 8.00am Monday 9:30am Tuesday 7.30am Wednesday 9.30am Thursday 8.00am Friday 12 noon Saturday Morning Prayer of the Church 15 minutes prior to weekday Mass

Reconciliation: 11.30am Saturday

Adoration & Exposition: 11.00am - 12 noon Saturday

First Friday of the Month from the conclusion of morning Mass

St Mark’s Parish Mass Times

LITURGICAL MINISTERS - 23/ 24 NOVEMBER 2019 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe - Year C

NEXT

WEEK: WORD COMMUNION SERVER/

JEM Children’s

Liturgy

Saturday 6.00 PM

C Cheng R Harris

M Hanvey N Duane

E Pidd

Sunday 9:00 AM

I Dzambo E Chatterjee M Fernon

R Colantonio K Rowntree A Bateman

M Casey / M Burges

Sunday 6:00 PM

D Jayasuriya T De Silva

I Boccalatte D Swetz

T Boccalatte

No Children’s Liturgy

BAPTISMS: are celebrated on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at 10:30am. During Easter Tide Baptisms can be celebrated every Sunday. Parents, are asked to book in for their Baptismal Preparation Community Gathering by contacting the parish office. Come along to meet other young families and their children on the First Sunday of the month at 4pm, our next gathering is 1 December 2019. Fr. Michael, Sr. Antonia, and our parishioners are looking forward to welcoming you.

MARRIAGES: Parishioners intending marriage are asked to notify the Parish office at least six months prior to your wedding. No Weddings are conducted in the season of Lent.

LITURGICAL MINISTERS - 16/ 17 NOVEMBER 2019 Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C

NEXT

WEEK: WORD COMMUNION SERVER/

JEM Children’s

Liturgy

Saturday 6.00 PM

C Burlew C Griffith

S Uthappa S Looi

R Zoccali

Sunday 9:00 AM

N Goodman M Massey B Bateman

S Williams C O’Neill Volunteer Required

E Pidd / M Burges

Sunday 6:00 PM

V Beggs J Denehy

P Harrington M Harrington

T Griffin

Younger Group

M Doueihi

Older Group M Doueihi

Parish Priest: Very Rev Fr Michael L McLean PP EV

Priest in Residence: Fr Denis Minns OP

Seminarian: John Pham

Pastoral Associate: Sr Antonia Nedu ISR

Chairperson Parish Pastoral Council: Ms Celine Cheng

School Principal: Ms Rachel Bourke

St Mark’s Catholic Parish 33 Tranmere Street, Drummoyne NSW 2047

Tel: (02) 9181 1795

Email: admin@stmarksdrummoyne.org.au

Parish Website: www.stmarksdrummoyne.org.au

Attention:StMark’sMinisters’oftheWord

Please collect your 2020 ‘Break Open the Word’ the book for readers Year A which beings from Sunday 1 December 2019.

A letter from Fr Michael is enclosed to assist you with preparation for your Sunday readings.

Books are labelled with your name and can be collected from the sacristy or the parish of7ice. Thankyou.

The SACRAMENTALITY OF THE WORD can be understood by analogy with the real presence of Christ under the appearances of the consecrated bread and wine. By approaching the altar and partaking in the Eucharistic banquet we truly share in the Body and Blood of Christ. The proclamation of God’s word at the celebration entails an acknowledgement that Christ himself is present, that he speaks to us, and that he wishes to be heard. Saint Jerome speaks of the way we ought to approach both the Eucharist and the word of God: ’ We are reading the sacred Scriptures. For me, the Gospel is the Body of Christ; for me, the holy Scriptures are his teaching. And when he says: whoever does not eat my flesh and drink my blood (Jn6:53), even through these words can also be understood of the Eucharist, Christ’s Body and Blood are really the word of Scripture, God’s teaching. When we approach the Eucharist, if a crumb falls to the ground we are troubled. Yet when we are listening to the Word of God, and God’s Word and Christ’s flesh and Blood are being poured into our ears we pay no heed, what great peril should we not feel?”. Christ, truly present under the species of bread and wine, is analogously present in the word proclaimed in the liturgy. VerbumDomini(2010)

A message from the Archdiocese of Sydney: Child sexual abuse is a crime. The appropriate people to deal with a crime are the police. If you, or anyone you know have been abused, please contact the police. Alternatively, you can contact the Safeguarding and Ministerial Integrity Office at (02) 9390 5810 safeguardingenquiries@sydneycatholic.org. You may also want to speak to your Parish Priest who will be able to provide support and guidance. The Archdiocese has a legal obligation to report crimes to the police.

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