PARISH WEEKDAY MASSES & RECONCILIATION

*HOLY SPIRIT Auchenflower: 9am Mondays & Fridays, *ST IGNATIUS Toowong: 5.30pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.

SUNDAY MASS TIMES:- *ST IGNATIUS Toowong 6.00pm (Vigil); 7.00am & 5.00pm. from 5.15pm, or by appointment.

*HOLY SPIRIT Auchenflower: 8.30am.

4th Sunday Ordinary 3rd February 2019

Year C

We respectfully acknowledge the

Turrbal people, as the traditional owners

and caretakers of the land which is the

Toowong Catholic Parish.

We acknowledge the Elders, past and

present. May we, too, be good stewards of

this land.

My name is Duncan Maitland and feel very blessed to have been appointed as Acting Principal for 2019 of St Ignatius Catholic Primary School. Even in my short time here it is clear that the Ignatian Charism and strong Mercy tradition is a lived experience in our community. The spirit of welcome and generosity has been very forthcoming from the staff, students and families alike. I look forward to building stronger connections with our St Ignatius Parish and thank Fr Wrex for his support as I start the year.

I have been a teacher and leader in schools for the past 18 years and worked in 6 different school communities across the Archdiocese of Brisbane. Each community has contributed to who I am as a person and an educator and I feel very blessed to now be part of the St Ignatius Parish and School community. My very first practicum as a pre—

service teacher at university was at St Ignatius 22 years ago so it is lovely to return in a slightly different capacity.

Our school has progressed much in that time and I must thank and congratulate Roycelyn Wilden for her strong leadership of St Ignatius School over the past 13 years. She has clearly left a legacy of a wonderful school that lives out its mission of ‘Loving God, Loving Learning and Loving Each Other’. We have a fantastic staff team who are very passionate about providing a nurturing and challenging learning environment that supports the spiritual, social, emotional and academic development of each and every student. Growing up in a small country town outside of Gympie I certainly connect with the sense of community that is St Ignatius Catholic Primary School.

This week we saw all of our students return. The first day of school is my favourite day of the year watching each student return to a place that they know they will find friendship, joy, laughter, challenge and learning. There is nothing better than seeing our wide eyed Preps start for the very first time and watching them rapidly grow and develop. I myself have four children and also had the joy of a Prep drop off for my daughter Ava this week. While I have supported hundreds of preps on their first day there is something special about when your own child steps into the unknown of school life. School is an adventure and a place of exploration. I am very thankful that I found a vocation that I can join the ride and support our students’ journey.

I very much look forward to getting to know our community better as the year progresses. Please come and say “Hi”, if you see me around.

- Duncan Maitland – Acting Principal St Ignatius Catholic Primary Toowong.

Holy Spirit Church Harriett Street, Auchenflower

St Ignatius Church Kensington Terrace, Toowong

Readings: 4th Sunday Ordinary: Jeremiah 1:4-5, 17-19. 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13. Luke 4:21-30.

Next Sunday: 5th Sunday Ordinary: Isaiah 6:1-8. 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. Luke 5:1-11.

Entrance An�phon:

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Spoken Response: I will sing of your salva+on.

Sung Response: The Lord is my light and my help.

Gospel Acclama�on:

Alleluia, alleluia! The Lord sent me to bring Good News to the poor and freedom to prisoners.

Alleluia!

Save us, O Lord our God! And gather us from the na+ons, to give thanks to your holy name,

and make it our glory to praise you.

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA)

St Ignatius Parish welcomes expressions of interest for an Enquiry Session to be held week commencing 25th February, 2019 for adults considering becoming Catholic.

The RCIA is best described as a journey of faith which passes through a number of different phases and focuses on conversion of heart and mind to Christ. It is a gradual journey tailored to the needs of the individual!

Candidates meet regularly with a group of people from the parish to learn about Catholic belief and practice. Various rituals are held in the church at important points along the journey. People may or may not choose to

embark on the RCIA journey after this period of enquiry.

If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a Catholic Christian or would be willing to journey with an enquirer, the first step is to make contact with the Parish Priest or Pastoral Associate via email

pw.toowong@bne.catholic.net.au or phone 07 3870 7818 to register your interest in the session.

PARISH SUBMISSION FOR PLENARY COUNCIL

The development of the parish submission for the Plenary Council is the first major event of the year. Parishioners will have an opportunity to review the submissions that have already been received and add their own

ideas. The current submissions have been themed under 9 topics and are presented separately at the back of the church so that you can choose the theme or themes of interest to you.

You are invited to add your own ideas. You can do that in one of two ways:

either write on the sheet of paper and leave it in the church so others can add their ideas, or

take home a copy and return the completed form the following week. Individual submissions can be accepted up to Sunday 10 February.

On Friday 15 February, at 6pm in the Hall, parishioners are invited to attend an evening session for groups to discuss particular topics. Each group will focus on one of the themes and look at all the ideas that have been recorded under that theme. They will then consider how the ideas should be recorded for the purpose of the plenary council and then finalise the submission for that topic. Further info. will be provided in the newsletter but please reserve Friday 15 February as an important opportunity to document how you would like to see the Catholic Church in the 21st century.

PARISH INFORMATION

Plenary Council 2020

Listen to what the Spirit is saying …

What will be on the agenda for the Plenary Council session in 2020.

The agenda for the first session of the Council will be formed in response to dialogue and listening process

that will happen during 2018-19. After an open and in-clusive process of listening, dialogue, prayer and

discernment, we will form the Council agenda in late 2019 and early 2020.

http://plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au

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Kevin Siddell

Please note: Any inclusions for the Parish newsletter should be marked to the attention of Parish Secretary & received, by email or note, at Parish Office no later than 12noon Thursdays. Thank you.

PARISH INFORMATION

PARISH COLLECTIONS: 30/12/2018: $5,561.95, Other: $796.20;

6/1/2019: $3,400.10, Other: nil; 13/1/2019: $3,171.55, Other: $100;

20/1/2019: $3,268.30, Other: nil; 27/1/2019: $3,177.15, Other: nil.

Your Prayers Are Requested For

SICK Judy Galarza, Elizabeth Anna, Cirino Quagliata, Jenny Reed, Philip Donaldson, Bridgit Gowdy, Cathy Mamata, Fr Peter Conroy, Chris Morris, Val Tancred, Margaret Anderson, Isla Duns, Tandina Gabriel, Clyde Towler, Beth Albury, Margaret Twomey, Fr Guy Carlson sj, John McKenzie, Fr Jack Soulsby sm, Rhoda Yates, Oscar Louie, Paul Giles, Michael O’Brien, Rieka O’Sullivan, Maddie Bateman Duffy, Yvonne and Frank Cassidy, Jocelyn Rabaa, Louis Nunan, Carmen Luisa Maria, Mark Knight, Joanne Edwards, Ann G, Thomas Agoni, Yvonne Rademaker, Betty Andrews, Dan Winkel, Cathleen, Keenan, Sebastian Agoni.

RECENTLY DECEASED: John Costello, Trisha Gallagher.

ANNIVERSARIES: Carla Valloti, John Wadley.

BAPTISMS: Duke Brown, Patrick Benjamin.

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS 4th Week Ordinary (1)

1st Reading Gospel

Mon. Hebrews 11:32-40. Mark 5:1-20. Tues: Hebrews 12:1-4. Mark 5:21-43. Wed: Hebrews 12: 4-7,11-15. Mark 6:1-6. Thu: Hebrews 12:18-19, 21-24. Mark 6:7-13. Fri: Hebrews 13:1-8. Mark 6:14-29. Sat: Hebrews 13:15-17, 20-21. Mark 6:30-34.

FEBRUARY

2-3 ‘Little King’s Movement’ Church Appeal weekend.

‘Expect-a-cuppa’ after all Masses — St Ignatius

3 4th Sunday Ordinary Time

Baptisms: 10.30am—St Ignatius

5 7.45pm SVdP meeting—Horstmann Rm

7 9am St Ignatius School Opening Mass—St Ignatius

8 International Day of Prayer

9 ‘Holy Hour’ Adoration and Benediction (following 6pm Vigil) - St Ignatius

10 5th Sunday Ordinary Time

13 6.15pm Fin. & Dev. Committee meeting —Horstmann Room

14 7.30pm PPC meeting—Horstmann Rm

15 2pm St Ignatius School Farewell Liturgy (for Roycelyn Wilden)—St Ignatius

6pm Parish Plenary Council session-Hall

17 6th Sunday Ordinary Time

Baptism: 10.30am—St Ignatius

18 CWL meeting (following 9am Mass) - H/S

19 7.45pm SVdP meeting—Horstmann Rm

24 7th Sunday Ordinary Time

26 2pm Coffee & Chat—Horstmann Room

9am Anointing Mass—Holy Spirit

‘EXPECT-A-CUPPA’ will be held after all Masses (St Ignatius Church) this weekend (2—3 Feb.). Parishioners & visitors are invited to stay after Mass for a cup of tea or coffee.

AS A PARISH WE WELCOME MR DUNCAN MAITLAND AS THE NEW ACTING-PRINCIPAL OF ST IGNATIUS SCHOOL. We hope his time with us is a happy and fruitful time both for him and for the whole School Community.

WE WILL HAVE A FORMAL PARISH / SCHOOL FAREWELL FOR MRS ROYCELYN WILDEN (former Principal of St Ignatius School) on Friday 15 February starting at 2pm in St Ignatius Church. I am sure many of you will want to join us to express our gratitude to Roycelyn for her leadership and guidance over the past thirteen years.

CHILDREN’S LITURGY is held during school terms only and recommences this Sunday 3 February at 8.30am Sunday Mass (Holy Spirit Church) It is an enjoyable way for our children to participate in the liturgy.

ST VINCENT DE PAUL, TOOWONG meeting on Tuesday 5 February at 7.45pm in the Horstmann Room.

ANOINTING MASS is celebrated on the first Friday of the month at the 9am Mass at Holy Spirit Church, Auchenflower, the next one will be held on Friday 8 February.

‘HOLY HOUR’ EUCHARIST ADORATION is held following 6pm Vigil Mass (St Ignatius) on 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month for 1 hour, concluding with benediction at 8pm. Please join us for silent prayer, following 6pm Vigil on Saturdays 9 & 16 February.

FINANCE & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Meeting on Wednesday 13 February at 6.15pm in the Horstmann Room.

PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL welcomes five new members - Cathy McNeil, Tim Macuga, Kerry Gallagher, Ben Goodison and Jody Hurdial. At last month’s meeting Charles Costello resigned as Chair and Louise Wellington was elected as the new Chair with Stan Sielaff as Deputy. ~ Next meeting: Thurs 14 Feb., 7.30pm in Horstmann Room.

ANNUAL LITTLE KING’S MOVEMENT APPEAL will be held in our parish this

weekend (2—3 February). Donation envelopes are on church pews.

“The Little King’s Movement” caters for people with disabilities in social and spiritual activities. There is no government funding & the Movement is staffed by volunteers. The Movement, though based on Catholic beliefs is truly ecu-menical, and all members are welcomed and respected for their own beliefs.

There is no charge for any services provided by the Movement.

If at this time you are unable to help financially you may be able to give your time or talents, if so please contact the Movement, P: 3391 1432 |

E: lkm67@bigpond.net.au | W: www.thelittlekingsmovement.org.au

www.stignatiustoowong.org.au Current Newsletter now on our website!

Queensland’s Privacy Scheme and the Commonwealth Government’s legislation deals with the manner in which private sector organisations may record, use, store and disclose information, including health information, collected from individuals. The Parish of Toowong is committed to upholding and implementing the Privacy Principles set out in both the legislations and Privacy Scheme and by the Archdiocese of Brisbane. A copy of the Parish's Privacy Policy is available to any parishioner by contacting the Parish Office on 3870 7818 during office hours.

Parish Office Staff

*Monica Florence (Tues-Fri) - Parish Secretary (including Newsletter)

*Pastoral Associate:

Allison King (Mon-Thurs.)

Parish Pastoral Council

Charles Costello—Chair

Finance & Development

David Slater—Chair

Musical Director

Anthony Young

Liturgical Ministry:-

Roster Co-ordinators- St Ignatius Church: * Ministry Roster: Josie Hynes 0407 355 811

*Altar Server Convenor: Tony Castel 0438 192 298

Holy Spirit Church

*Rosters: Pat Lye 3300 1432 *Children’s Liturgy Roster: Amanda Lim

PRIMARY SCHOOL

Acting-Principal— Duncan Maitland

APRE— Rachelle Gibson

46 Grove Street, Toowong Qld 4066 .

Phone: 3371 1094

www.stignatiustoowong. qld.edu.au

PARISH OFFICE INFORMATION Phone: 3870 7818. Fax: 3870 7857. Email: toowong@bne.catholic.net.au Website: www.stignatiustoowong.org.au

Postal Address: 30 Kensington Terrace, Toowong Qld 4066. Office Hours: Monday to Friday 10am—3pm.

We are part of the Brisbane West Deanery ~ website: www.brisbanewestdeanery.com.au ~ email: bwdeanery@bne.catholic.net.au

Emergency Contact If you require a priest in an emergency, please phone the parish priest on 0402 049 017.

The Archdiocese of Brisbane holds that children, young people and vulnerable adults are a gift from God with an intrinsic right to dignity of life, respect and security from physical and emotional harm.

They are to treasured, nurtured and safeguarded by all.

ARCHDIOCESAN INFORMATION

Retreat Day and Prayers for Healing with Fr Ken Barker Missionaries of God's Love. Sunday 24 February commencing with Mass at 11am, followed by a book launch of Fr Ken’s most recent book “Go Set The World on Fire” (day finishing 3.30pm). Experience the dynamic words and spiritual wisdom of Order founder and author. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to deepen your faith and be inspired by Fr Ken’s infectious love of God. St Thomas’ Catholic Church Camp Hill, car park entrance Stephen St. BYO lunch, drinks provided. Info. contact Paul 0417 104 460 / Frank 0405 514 929.

Who Am I? New year - New beginnings! An opportunity to rediscover and ignite who you really are through the lens of relational psychodynamics & spirituality. This is a 5 day retreat in daily life offered at the Faber Centre, Bardon. Monday 18 to Friday 22 February, 9am-4.30pm.

Spaces are limited and preference given to those attending all five days. Suggested Donation $250. BYO lunch.

The FULL Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius will be offered at the Faber Centre from February to November. Are you looking for further spiritual growth in 2019?

Info. morning on Saturday 16 February, 10.30am-12pm.

For all enquiries and bookings contact Faber Centre of Ignatian Spirituality, Bardon. P: 3368 2450 | W: www.faberspirituality.org.au |E: administrator@faberspirituality.org.au

IGNATIAN SPIRITUALITY INFORMATION