Year A , 3 Sept. 2017

2 2 n d S u n d a y o f O r d i n a r y T i m e

Response ”My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God. ”

STAR OF THE SEA PARISH GLADSTONE

We acknowledge the Gooreng Gooreng, Bailai & Gurang people, traditional custodians of this place we now call Gladstone.

MASS SCHEDULES CHANGED NEXT WEEKEND. There will be only three Masses. Saturday 6pm

Vigil, Sunday 6pm both in Star of the Sea. Our Feast day Mass Sunday 9am at Chanel College.

It is a rare occasion when we can gather as a Parish Family to worship and celebrate. Our special thanks to Principal Dr Susan Bunkum and the Chanel College Community for hosting this Feast of Mary. All other Mass schedules next weekend are cancelled to enable us to celebrate our Feast Day together.

Feast day

Schedules

This year, for convenience, our Parish feast celebration is moved

to Sunday Sept.10. While Sept. 12 is the actual Feast celebrated by all branches of the Marist Family, the origins of how the Parish was christened “Star of the Sea” in 1901 are unclear. Most likely a combination of devotion to Mary in earlier generations and the fact that priests since the beginning were Marists. As Pope Francis reflected, “Star of the Sea” is a name rich in meaning, helping us appreciate our Marian origin, spirit and identity. Mary, pray for you children.

Next Sunday

Our Feast day “In Biblical times, and still today, names had great

meaning. Mary’s is no different. In Hebrew, Mary’s name would have been ‘Miryam’, which means

“sovereign lady.” Although there are many other interpretations, the most commonly used translation of Mary’s name is “Star of the Sea”, so perfect because of Mary’s role in the plan of Salvation...

“September 12 marks the feast of the Holy Name of Mary in the Catholic Church. On this day, we venerate Mary’s name, since she is the Mother of God, the holiest of all creatures. After the Assumption, she was crowned Queen of heaven and earth. That makes her name a royal one, worthy of our respect. So when we refer to Mary as “Star of the Sea,” we recall that, like stars in the sky, Mary’s task...is to reflect the Light. Physical stars in the sky reflect the Sun’s light. Mary reflects the Light of her Son, Jesus Christ.”

As “Star of the Sea,” Mary acts as a guide, always leading us to our Lord. In times of turbulent waters, Mary is a beacon, leading us out of danger and away from harm. When caught in a storm, she intercedes for us all. When we utter Mary’s name, we’re honouring her as Mother and Queen and recalling her holiness and intercessory “power.” - Pope Francis

Why Mary’s ‘name day’ is special ?

Mary’s name, therefore, is really more than just a name. It’s a prayer, in and of itself.

Mary

our patron

Saint

CHANEL COLLEGE YEAR 10 STUDENTS showed their tender side at

last Thursday’s Class Mass expressing their love and concern for their Dads & Grand Dads. They prayed beautiful prayers. Let’s re-echo today their prayers for all Dads & Grand Dads.

Dear Lord, we pray for Pope Francis, the spiritual Father of all Catholics. May he be a guide for us all into peace and happiness with God.

Dear Lord, We pray for all the Fathers around the world; Fathers that have lost their chil-dren, who might be struggling with separation from their kids and also for children who may have lost their Father. Give strength to all the Fathers around the world to help them through tough times and to help them continue to love and raise their family.

Dear Lord, We pray Australian Fathers and the amazing BBQ’s games that are played within families with Dads—may they continue to make awesome memories for their kids and relatives as we celebrate Fathers Day.

Thank you Jesus for my Father who loves me, for Grandad who cares for me and for my God the eternal Father who made me. We pray God is always with us and our Fathers.

Father’s Day

PARISH OFFICE: 38 Herbert St. Tel. 4972 1025 Hours: Mon.10.30am - 4pm, Tues-Friday: 9am- 4pm Postal: PO Box 5062, Gladstone QLD 4680. Email: sosglad@tpg.com.au www.sos.Gladstone.org.au

Readings Next Sunday: 23rd in Ord. Time

1st Reading: Ezekial 33:7-9 2nd Reading: Romans 13:8-10 Gospel: Matthew 18:15-20

CHILD PROTECTION WEEK September 3 - 9 The focus this year is to encourage everyone to have a listening heart that sees and hears the voice of each of our children. As Pope Francis observed, “It is important to listen: this is the key word. Do not forget, listen to the

sick and marginalized, or among families. As guardians, each of us plays a part in listening to what the children have to say, making sure that every child is safe and protected from abuse and harm.“ Our Parish team, School staffs and volunteers are complying with our local diocesan policies, procedures, initiatives. Most have had recent training to ensure Children in our care are safe. Please be alert to any risks.

Child Safety

CHANGING THE ACCENTS - WELCOME & FAREWELL - The “Kevin’s” swap places mid-September. A warm welcome home Fr Kevin Redmond from spiritual renewal in France. It will be great to have you back... with a ‘French’ accent ? Farewell Fr Kevin Stewart. Thanks for your presence among us. He will be a ‘FIFO’ over the next 12 months to assist a little together with Sr Noreen in the Rocky Diocesan assemblies.

UBOBO PARISH FAMILY CAMPING Congratulations to Trish &

Graham Lindner, organisers of the wonderful camping experience enjoyed by 71 Parishioners

at Ubobo. The adventurous visited Old Railway Tunnels. Others Kirsten’s Cottage at Buliyan. Others simply relaxed or played games with their children. BBQ followed happy hour. 4 dampers were shared. Bush Poet Michael Lehey and

the Parish Ukulele Band entertained. 54 Adults & 17 Children joined the Ubobo parishioners for Sunday Mass celebrating Ubobo’s Feast day. 2018 looks already looks like more fun.

GLADSTONE INTER-FAITH NETWORK Congratulations on a wonderful program promoting one human family under God whom we all worship our own ways in our Gladstone Community, united in respect for one another.

TUESDAY LUNCHEON MEDITATIONS CONTINUE All welcome! Beginners to seasoned Meditators. Every Tuesday 12.30 - 1.30 in the Chapel at our Parish Centre.

CCR NEW LIFE MINISTRIES MEETING

Dates: September 11 & 25 All Welcome.

SOS Parish Hall 9:30am and 7:15pm, 2nd & 4th Mondays

IGNITE YOUTH CONFERENCE 2017 21 – 24 September Over 1000 young people will gather in Brisbane for worship, prayer and renowned speakers. Further information or to travel with a Diocesan group visit the Ignite Conference website – www.igniteconference.com.au or youth@rok.catholic.net.au

Coming up

Service

Rosters

next

MANAGING COMPLAINTS - DIOCESE OF ROCKHAMPTON Response Coordinator Tel. 1800 830 113 Email: profstdsrock@dfs.org.au

SOS EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS: Short updating sessions for

our SOS Eucharistic Ministers next Wed. Sept. 6 in Star of the Sea either at 11.00am or 5.30pm to accommodate availability. Please let Maree know your choice: 4972 1025

LITURGICAL ROSTER AVAILABILITY: October - Jan. 2018 Rosters for all our Parish Mass Centres for October through to the end of January 2018 are being compiled. If you would either like to volunteer for any roster role in any of our Parish

Churches or if you are on a roster but unavailable anytime during that period, please contact Maree at the Parish Office. 4972-1025. Many thanks.

OFFERINGS LAST WEEK: $2,704.95 Your support is appreciated.

A special thanks to those in our Planned Giving. It is a big help in discharging our Parish commitments and budgeting. To join in please contact Maree at the

Parish office for information: telephone 4972 1025.

Thank

You

For those we love who are ill and frail

Stanley O’Brien, Yollie Caruasal, Les Petersen, Gavin Tansey, John Payne, Raymond Burrows, Pat Deluary, Carol Brown, Olivia Haresco, Paul Sundstrom, Janene Porter, Michael Pond, Joanne Pond, Annette Sutton, John Fryer, Dora Bradford, Lincoln Rose, Eli Colin Vale, Wayne Booth, John & Joy Massingham, Maria Binek, Bernadette Allison, Noon Family.

For our recently deceased Sisters and Brothers Ann Bullpitt, Charlie Realf, Geoff Bullpit, Joan Peters, Neville Burrows, Corones, Scott Rankin, Marilou Gier, George Torlop,

We remember in prayer: Candelaria Mijares, Pat Gibbs, Noreen Major, Julie Espirito, Juanito Mijares, Mavis Moran, Jose Nacario, Rolando Mijares, Luis Nacario, Betty Underdown, Philomena Conroy, Gino Zussino, Ron Williams.

Prayer Intentions (September 4 to September 10)

WEEKEND MASSES: NOTE THE CHANGED SCHEDULES SOS Sat. 6pm (Vigil) Sunday: 6pm

Parish Feast Day Mass at Chanel College: 9am There are no other Parish Masses this weekend.

STAR OF THE SEA (SOS) Gladstone Weekday Mass Tuesday: 5:30pm, Wednesday 8:00am Mater Hospital, Thursday 5:30pm Friday: 7:00am

LITURGY OF THE HOURS Star of Sea 6.45am Friday

EXPOSITION Star of Sea: Saturday 8.30am

RECONCILIATION SOS 9am

ROSARY St. Peter Chanel Tannum Sands Wed. 10.00am

BIBLE SHARING GROUP - Parish Office, Tuesday 11am

SCHEDULES

Well Done!

FAREWELL INVITATION Henry Lanzon is off to Brisbane. We are having a ‘send-off’, Saturday 16th September, at St Patricks Church Calliope, following the 6pm Vigil Mass. Head out to catch him before he leaves. Please bring a plate for a shared meal.

FAREWELL

NEXT WEEKEND September 9 & 10

Readers: Vigil Filipino Community 7am Cancelled

9am Feast Day Roster

6pm L. O’Brien, N. Mhuka Next Weekend Co-ordinators: Vigil Filipino Communty 7am Cancelled 9am Feast Day Roster 6pm J. Aitkenhead

Eucharist Ministers: Vigil Filipino Community 7am Cancelled 9am Feast Day Roster 6pm P. Rigby, D. Mason

Next Sunday Data Projector: Vigil Filipino Community 7am Cancelled 9am Feast Day Roster 6pm D. Conley