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The Catholic Community of North Harbour
2 King Street, Manly Vale NSW 2093 Phone: 99494455 Fax: 9949 3413
Email: [email protected] Parish Websites: www.northharbourcatholic.org.au Parish Priest—Fr Paul Maloney OSA
GOSPEL SYMBOLS AND IMAGES Invite the poor a new covenant
in the care of the augustinians
St Kieran’s, Manly Vale
Jesus is often portrayed in Luke’s Gospel at table and sharing a meal. Meals are significant in human interaction and celebration. Jesus challenges both the conventions of his society and the understanding of who is ‘important’ and of highest place in this text. Instead, he invites the Pharisees, and we ourselves, to consider the poorest and most in need as our table companions, just as he did.
Readings this Sunday Sirach 3:17-20, 28-29 Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24 Luke 14:1, 7-14 Responsorial Psalm “God, in your goodness, you have made a home for the poor.” Readings next Sunday Wisdom 9:13-18 Philemon 9-10, 12-17 Luke 9:11-17
22nd Sunday in ordinary time 28 August 2016
FEAST OF ST AUGUSTINE OF HIPPO 28 AUGUST FEAST OF ST MONICA 27 AUGUST
God of might, giver of every good gift, put into our hearts the love of your name,
so that, by deepening our sense of reverence, you may nurture in us what is good
and, by your watchful care, keep safe what you have nurtured.
May we be inspired by the faith-filled prayer of St Monica and the openheartedness of St Augustine in our search for wisdom and faith.
Migrant and Refugee Sunday – 28 August 2016
T his year marks the 102nd anniversary of the World Day of Migrants and
Refugees.
“Although we are far removed from the refugee crisis, we are challenged to open our hearts to the sufferings of others. Compassion is the hallmark of
Christianity. In keeping with the Jubilee Year of Mercy, the Holy Father has chosen as its theme: ‘Migrants and Refugees challenge us: The Response of the Gospel of Mercy’. With the men and women of goodwill, let us build a better Australia and a better world. May our endeavour to replace the culture of fear and indifference with that of encounter and acceptance be brought to fulfilment in accordance with God’s vision of the fullness of life for all humanity.” Excerpt from Statement of Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv, Bishops’ Delegate for Migrants and Refugees
Drawing on the theme of the current Jubilee Year of Mercy for his message for Migrant and Refugee Sunday, Pope Francis draws our attention to the treatment of refugees globally and in our local communities, challenging us by asking whether our response towards migrants and refugees is grounded in mercy. That is, the mercy which God has shown us first. Pope Francis says, “Today, more than in the past, the Gospel of mercy troubles our consciences, prevents us from taking the suffering of others for granted, and points out a way of responding which, grounded in the theological virtues of faith, hope and charity, find practical expression in works of spiritual and corporal mercy.” (taken from Migrant and Refugee Resource Kit from Australian Catholic Migrant and Refugee Office)
Helping the Augustinians—Donations and Bequests. As the Order and the Church celebrate the great Feasts of St Augustine and St Monica, we invite you to support the Augustinians. Donations are tax deductible to the Augustinian Seminary Trust Fund, Augustinian Volunteers Australia Trust Fund or Bequests
Envelopes are available in the churches or the mailing address is: Order of St Augustine, PO Box 7278 Warringah Mall, Brookvale NSW 2100. Please contact the Province Office on (02) 9938 0200 or Anna Heath at [email protected] for further information. Thank you for generous support!
eConference—Mercy: A Way of Being in the World 20th September 10.30am—2.45pm St Kieran’s Parish Centre
This eConference will commemorate the Jubilee Year of Mercy and take up
Pope Francis’ invitation to explore this central element of our faith.
A light lunch will be provided.
Vocation of Family (Part 3 Vocation Awareness Month—Reflection on the Vocation of
Marriage and Family) Families today seem to come in more shapes and sizes than ever and we live in an age where family life is changing rapidly.
When we reflect on our own family situation it may be comforting to remember that: • All families have strengths and weaknesses. • Every ‘healthy family’ is a ‘hurting family’ at some time; this is part of the human condition. • Families are at various stages of growth, it is not a static
way of being. • Each family has a unique gift born out of their own experience. Pope Francis encourages and affirms parents in their role as family builders and reassures us that the vocation of family life is possible with all its ups and downs and is a holy and rewarding one.
“I thank God that many families, which are far from considering themselves perfect, live in love, fulfil their calling and keep moving forward, even if they fall many times along the way. The Synod’s reflections show us that there is no stereotype of the ideal family, but rather a challenging mosaic made up of many different realities, with all their joys, hopes and problems.” (Amoris Laetitia 57)
We need:2000 cakes of soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste
to donate to the orphans of Sri Lanka. Donations can be
left in the boxes in the church entrances or parish office
Thanks for your help—Anne Salvador-Dunlop
[email protected] Community Service Opportunities - You have an opportunity to help sort, pack and wrap Christmas gifts for disadvantaged children and families in Sri Lanka from 24th Sept to 29 Sept (excluding Sunday). Please email [email protected] We also have jobs that can be completed at home if you have a copier and laminator. Certificates can be provided. All ages welcome. School students must pre-book.
Sacramental Program
This weekend we welcomed Bishop Peter A Comensoli who conferred the Sacrament of Confirmation on
183 candidates on Saturday 27 August at 2pm and 4pm. The children, the families, sponsors and friends of our candidates were warmly welcomed on this memorable day.
The lives of the Saint in Confirmation, chosen after research by the children, and can be read on the display boards at both St Kieran's and St Cecilia's. Next weekend we will celebrate Father's Day with a blessing for fathers at all masses.
There will also be a blessing at all masses for expectant parents.
INVITATION TO PARENTS ‘MARY, MERCY, MOTHERHOOD’
Ms Fran Taylor invites you to our mothers’ reflection morning. An opportunity to truly stop and reflect on the gift of God’s love amidst the challenges of motherhood. We will gather on the Birthday of Mary and draw strength from the mother of Jesus. Gentle meditation, interactive discussion, engaging clips, a blessing and some beautiful morning tea to refresh and revive your spirit. Details: Thursday 8th September 2016 at 9.00am-11am in the Library at St Cecilia’s School, Balgowlah. RSVP Monica Officer—[email protected]
Annual Mass of St Nicholas of Tolentine for deceased members of the
St Augustine’s College Community
Principal Tim Cleary, on behalf of the College community, warmly invites you to attend a
Eucharistic celebration to remember the lives of our brothers and sisters. Mass will be held on Wednesday 7th September commencing at 8.10am in Monica’s Chapel, St Augustine’s College, Federal Avenue, Brookvale. Light refreshments provided at the conclusion of Mass. RSVP Nioka Jeffrey—email [email protected] or call 9226 9962 if you will be attending.
Please call the parish office 9949 4455 to book your place.
This event is free of charge and everyone is welcome.
August 28th. 2016 Dear Fellow Parishioners, This weekend a large number of children received the sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop Peter Comensoli and each of them chose the name of a saint to be their patron and model into the future. Some of the choices were surprising and touching and I detected at least one St. Monica but not many takers for St. Augustine. Perhaps he casts too long a shadow for their little lives to appreciate since they have not yet had to struggle through the changing times and seasons that he went through which so uncannily echo our own? As we celebrate the Feast days of Augustine and Monica this weekend it gives us the opportunity to draw comfort and encouragement from their example and from the many
words of wisdom that have come from his writings down through the ages. He lived through the beginnings of the fall of the Roman Empire when he was still a newly ordained bishop and it set him thinking about the meaning of history, the reality of time, and the calling of Jesus’ followers to live with hope amid the tottering empires that come and go. What can we learn from Augustine’s understanding of history in the light of the collapsing social structures of his times and our own? Augustine teaches us that Christians are those who live in time but who belong to eternity. He also teaches us that we must not equate any political entity – whether it is the Roman Empire, the American Republic, the United Nations, the current regime in Turkey, or anything else – with the kingdom of God. That realm is our true homeland while we hold double citizenship in a world of profound discontinuity and frequently contested loyalty. There is a refrain from an old Gospel hymn that tells us “this world is not my home; I’m just a-passin’
through” but at the same time we are meant to carry out what Augustine calls “our business within this
common mortal life”, which is to seek justice and peace by working with all our might to love and honour
God dwelling in everyone who is our neighbour. And so we live in this world
not self-indulgently nor triumphantly, as though our future were in our own
hands, but humbly, compassionately, committedly, and yes, ambiguously, as
those who belong ultimately to another City, with foundations built on God.
Each week we read an extract from Pope Francis' letter and reflect on how it might relate to our family lives.
"In the family, 'three words need to be used. I want to repeat this! Three words: ‘Please’, ‘Thank you’, ‘Sorry’. Three essential words!'” (Amoris Laetitia 100)
Simple words but not so simple to put into practice. This week raise awareness of the importance of these words in your family relationships and compliment family members when they do use the words.
Reflections on The Joy of Love (Amoris Laetitia)
Our parish centre plays host to wide variety of events both within and external to the parish community. As I’m sure many of you are aware St Kieran’s Church has had a long
association with Toastmasters and below is the latest event they will be hosting in the parish centre. The St Kieran's Toastmasters club is hosting the Area 8 speaking contest at the St Kieran's parish hall at 7.30 pm on Wednesday 14th September. All
are welcome to come along and hear the best speakers from the clubs around Manly Vale. If you or your friends are interested in improving your own public speaking skills, Toastmasters is a great way to increase your personal growth and confidence. We are also currently organising a Friday morning class - Strength, Tone and Balance Training for over 60’s to be held the parish centre hopefully beginning in October.
There will be an RCIA Enquiry Night for those interested in becoming Catholics or simply finding out more about the Catholic Religion after the 6pm Mass on Sunday Sept 11. Anyone interested, please contact the parish office and leave your details and an RCIA member will contact you. We will meet outside the main doors of the Church after Mass
mass time mass time St Cecilia St Kieran Saturday vigil 6.00pm sunday 9.00am 7.30am 9.30am 6.00pm
weekday mass St Kieran 8.30am Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri, Sat St Cecilia 9.00am Wednesday St Augustine’s Chapel- 8.15am Wednesday Reconciliation St Kieran 5 – 6pm Saturday (or by appointment)
Baptisms Bookings essential and Preparation course required. St Cecilia 10.30am Sun or 9.00am Mass on 1st Sundays of the month St Kieran 11.30am Sun or 9.30am Mass on 1st Sundays of the month marriages Require 6 months notice and includes Catholic Care course as part of the preparation.
29 The Passion of St John the Baptist SEPTEMBER 04 Father’s Day 09 St Kieran’s Feast Day—10am school liturgy 11 RCIA Enquiry Night following 6pm Mass 14 The Exaltation of the Holy Cross 15 Our Lady of Sorrows 20 e Conference at St Kieran’s Parish Centre 21 St Matthew 27 St Vincent de Paul
CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF NORTH HARBOUR
Office (Mon – Fri: 9am – 4pm) 9949 4455
Clergy: Fr Paul Maloney OSA Parish Priest Fr Senan Ward OSA Assistant Priest Fr. Minh-Tan Hoang OSA Assistant Priest Fr. David Austin OSA In Residence
Pastoral Ministers (contacted through Parish Office 9949 4455) Janette Davidson Family & Sacramental Minister 0408 866 521 Adriana Bowyer Catechist Coordinator 0402 099 746 Rosemary McKinnon Counsellor 0400 495 076 Ben Marshall Music Ministry 0411809072 Br Francis Belcina OSA Youth Ministry 0400 924 073
Administration: Chris Burrows Parish Manager Anne Ross Parish Secretary Jane Filacuridi Parish Secretary Jacky Worthington Compliance Officer
We acknowledge the Gayamagal and Canalgal people, the traditional custodians of this land and pay our respects to the elders past and present, including
those who may be with us today.
From St. Augustine: Lord, whether prosperity smiles or adversity
frowns, let Your praise be ever in my mouth.
Commentary on Psalm 138, 16
WE PRAY
Come to me! I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)
Prayer requests
Next week’s roster Week 1 Sunday September 4 Please swap with someone if you can’t make it
SICK
Aurora & John Francis Kath Zenetic
Belinda Johnston Kathleen Bunting
Charlotte Rawley Kathleen Traveller Chris McAuliffe Kevin Smith
Daniel Collins Louis Hilton
Daniel Lister Louise Allara
Dave Miles Maree McNamara Dorothy Smith Martha Lois
Eddie Sharp Mary Nixon
Henry and Flavio Cataldo Michael Armstrong
Irene Hurrell Nixon Ball Jack Spencer Pat Leeder Jack Homan Ricki Hayes
Jarryd Timm Sean Bellenger JDG Simone Young
Jim Smyth Stephen Ward
Joe Zarb Veronica Laverty
RECENTLY DECEASED
Mark Alchi Amore Marotta Terry Clifford Edward O’Brien Patricia Richardson Donald Hughes John Downie Caterina di Mauro
ANNIVERSARIES
Keith Poole Philip Thompson Ken Gunn David Mascarenhas Gabrielle Tonnet
St Kieran’s P&F Fundraiser, The Great Gatsby Ball , is only a week away Saturday 3 September 7pm-12am at Manly Golf Club. Tickets are $80, and bookings are essential! https://www.trybooking.com/MIJS. There will be live entertainment by Evergreen Music, fabulous prizes and auction items, delicious all night food stations and a welcome drink. Frocking up in glitzy glamourous 1920's attire and flapper (and all types of) dancing encouraged but not compulsory.
19 Lovett Street, Manly Vale 5 SEPTEMBER 2016 Cash donations, good condition new or 2nd hand items. No books