THIS WEEKENDS ROSTER 5/6 October Vigil 9:00 am 10:30 am

Sacristan – October Michael Mears Terri Corbett Greeters Pat Dunstan Youth Mass

Hospitality Fran & Derek Kane Youth Mass Gathering Rite Cushla Lippitt Kevin Havell Youth Mass

Altar Servers Joey Moorman Samasoni Hewitt

Cecilia Monzora Matthew Jones Jonathon Jones

Zhali Morgan-Faingaa Sefo Taufatouta

Okus Pole'o Projectionists John Gijsbers Bob Ford Youth Mass

Prayer of Faithful Peter Dawson Proclaimer of the Word

Cantor Mick Quinn

Joe Moorman Bernadine Fitzgerald

New Day Youth Mass Youth Mass

Gifts Procession Lisè Black Youth Mass Collection Procession Youth Mass

Music Ministry Mary Meo New Day Youth Mass

Eucharistic Ministers Brianna Mcdonald

Anne Bowles Carol Brabyn

Mau Paulo Vernon Hoey

Dana Andrews Mike Driscoll

Charlie McCairn

Youth Mass

Bell Ringer Danny Matthew Chan Children’s Liturgy No Children’s Liturgy Martha Ministry Tongan Community – Church to be cleaned before weekend of 12/13 October

October Ministries Counting Team – Hoey Team Lawn Mowing – St. Joseph’s – Poleo Family

Flowers Virginia Hewson

NEXT WEEKENDS ROSTER 12/13 October Vigil 9:00 am 10:30 am

Sacristan – October Michael Mears Terri Corbett Greeters Carolyn Driscoll Filipino Community

Hospitality Homan Family Filipino Community Gathering Rite Suzette Reyes Margaret Dawson Marissa Padlan

Altar Servers Samasoni Hewitt Aaliyah Eslera

Mary Athena Estuita

Manase Taulanga Adrian Issah

Connor Vaikona

Alyanna Gierran Karl Gillego

Abraham Baltazar Projectionists Denis Bourke Hugh Steel Filipino Youth

Prayer of Faithful Breda Donaldson & Patricia Byrne Christina Lacuna (to read)

Proclaimer of the Word

Cantor

Jo Blain

Christina Lacuna

Gus Taulanga

1st Reading-Anna Orallo 2nd Reading-Christina Lacuna

Filipino Choir Gifts Procession Margaret John Kathryn & Adam Andrews Filipino Community

Collection Procession Filipino Community Music Ministry Josephine Bourke Gus Taulanga Filipino Choir

Eucharistic Ministers Bernadette Masoe

Phil Griffiths Ken Eades

Peter Dawson Dian Marlow Bev Holcroft Mau Paulo

Jane Arimas Pat & Belina Salandanan

Alex & Clarita Estuita

Bell Ringer Danny Matthew Chan Children’s Liturgy No Children’s Liturgy Martha Ministry Homan Family – Church to be cleaned before weekend of 19/20 October

October Ministries Counting Team – Hoey Team Lawn Mowing – St. Joseph’s – Poleo Family

Flowers Geraldine Hutchings

St. Joseph’s Parish Upper Hutt

Parish Priest Parish Secretary Pastoral Council Finance Committee St Joseph’s School Fr. Maleko Api-Tufuga Barbara Neho Peter Dawson Mike Williams Andrew Herrick Fr. Biju Xavier (Assistant) Ph. 528 2028 Ph. 021 2580 595 Ph. 027 248 4675 Ph. 528 4910 Ph. 528 2028 nzphreadde@gmail.com Postal Address Parish Office stjosephsuh@actrix.co.nz (Office) P.O. Box 40-225 Hours 9 am - 1:00 pm mat_wel@hotmail.com (Fr Maleko) UPPER HUTT 5140 Monday to Friday frbijuxavier2010@gmail.com (Fr Biju) Ph. 528 2028 www.stjosephsuh.com (Parish Website) Saturday Vigil: 6:00 pm Sunday 9:00 am & 10:30 am Weekdays: Mon (usually) Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday 9:00 am, Fri 6:30 am & 11:15 am Reconciliation: Friday 10:30 am - 11:00 am, Saturday 9:25 am - 10.00 am __________________________________________________________________________________________________ 27th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 5/6 October 2019 YEAR C Liturgy of the Word: Psalm Response: “If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts”. Today’s Readings: Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4, 2 Timothy 1:6-8.13-14, Luke 17:5-10 Next Sunday: 2 Kings 5:14-17, 2 Timothy 2:8-13, Luke 17:11-19

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Introduction: All three readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time speak a lot about “Faith” and how it works in our lives. “To one who has faith, no explanation is necessary. To one without Faith, no explanation is possible”. (St Thomas Aquinas). It is the Faith that is the nucleus of all of our readings today. They give us three dimensions of Faith. The theological virtue of Faith enables us to believe something to be true and therefore worthy of trust simply because it has been revealed to us by God. In his instructions to Timothy, Paul, who elsewhere defined Faith as, “the assurance of the things hoped for,” shows Faith operating as a believing, trusting, loving relationship with Christ. Finally, Christian Faith is that trusting Faith in God in action, expressed by steadfast loyalty, fidelity and total commitment to Him, resulting in our offering ourselves to Him in those we encounter, through our humble, loving service. Scripture lessons: The first reading, presents Faith as trusting in God and faithfully living out His Covenant with us. Here, Faith is shown as hope and steadfast expectation in the face of suffering and delay. God assures the prophet that Faith gives us access to Divine power, and, hence, the just will live righteous lives in the midst of encircling evil because of their Faith. In the second reading, Paul presents Faith as our acceptance of Jesus as the fulfilment of the promises of God. Paul stresses the need for a living Faith in, and loyalty to, Christs’ teachings handed down to us by the Church. In today’s Gospel, Jesus teaches his Apostles that Faith is sharing in God’s power, and, hence, even in small quantities, it allows God to work miracles in our lives and in the lives of others. It is Faith, meaning reliance on, or confidence in, God, which makes one just, putting him into right relation with God and neighbour. While the Apostles ask for an increase in the quantity of their Faith, Jesus reminds them, and so us, that the quality of one’s Faith is more important than the quantity. A small amount of deep Faith can accomplish great things if that small amount of Faith is placed in a great, mighty, and all-powerful God. Using a master-servant parable, Jesus also teaches them, and us, that for Faith to be effective, it must be linked with trust, obedience and total commitment – an active submission to God with a willingness to do whatever He commands. Life messages: 1) We need to thank God, giving Him the credit for our well-being. Most of us are inclined to forget God’s providence when our earthly affairs are going well. We pray to Him only when trouble strikes. In His infinite Goodness, God often answers such prayers. Stronger Faith enables us to accept the adversities and the trials of life asking God, “Increase our Faith, Lord!” at all times. 2) We need to increase our Faith by becoming dutiful servants of God. We grow in Faith as we act in Faith. A sincere Christian can find many ways to help to make Christ known to his neighbour. A quiet word, a charitable gesture, an unselfish interest in neighbour’s troubles can do more good than a series of sermons given by some renowned theologian. 3) We need to grow in Faith by using the means Christ has given us in his Church. We must cultivate our Faith through prayer, Bible study, participation in the Holy Mass (‘the mystery of Faith’) and leading a well-disciplined spiritual life.

Fr Maleko Tufuga

PARISH DIARY 6 October – 13 October 2019 27th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Sun 11:30 am Tongan Community in Meeting room 12:00 pm Samoan Divine Mercy in Church 2:00 pm Baptismal afternoon in Parish Lounge 4:00 pm Holy Hour in Church 7:00 pm Holy Rosary in Meeting room Mon 2:00 pm Bible sharing in foyer 6:30 pm Post RCIA meeting in Parish lounge 7:00 pm Holy Rosary & Novena in Church 7:00 pm SVDP Meeting in meeting room Tue 9:45 am Legion of Mary in meeting room 1:30 pm MMP Prayer group at the Convent 7:00 pm Legion of Mary - OLM in meeting room 7:00 pm Holy Rosary in Church Wed 6:30 pm Indian Community Rosary in Church 6:30 pm Tongan Choir in meeting room 7:00 pm Holy Rosary in Parish Lounge Thurs 7:00 pm Gus’ choir practice in choir loft 7:00 pm Holy Rosary in Church Fri 6:30 am Early Bird Mass 6:00 pm Rosary in Church (Tongans) 7:00 pm Holy Rosary in Meeting room 7:30 pm Filipino Choir practice in Church Sat 2:00 pm Tongan Choir practice in meeting Room 7:00 pm Holy Rosary in Church 28th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Sun 12:00 pm Samoan Divine Mercy in Church 2:30 pm Baptisms in Church 7:00 pm Holy Rosary in Church 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time When will I have given enough — of my income, of my time, of my talents? Today’s Gospel suggests that only total stewardship will do: “When you have done all you have been commanded to do, say, ‘We are useless servants. We have done no more than our duty.’” Vocation Prayers for October – Elva Carley Aotearoa New Zealand, following Jesus Christ by celebrating and sharing faith, growing in community, and working for justice and peace. “Everything – time, talent and treasure – given to the parish is a gift.”

Have you ever considered going on the Planned Giving system here at St. Joseph’s? You can do this by automatic Payment or the weekly envelope system. Your donations entitle you to a 33% tax rebate and a

receipt will be provided to you at the end of the financial year. Planned Giving forms are available on the table in Foyer. Please ring Barbara at the Parish Office 528 2028 for a reference number or if you have any enquiries. Parish Bank Account number is: Bank of New Zealand 02 0772 0074384 00 Account name - St. Joseph’s Parish Upper Hutt

Remember in Prayer Mary Grant, Denis Williamson, Mary & Frank Macartney, Cecilia Barry, friends and families of the Shanly and Barry families, the sick, special needs and intentions. Holy hour Sunday 6th October at 4:00 pm in the Church, everyone welcome. Sunday 13th October 10:30 am Mass The Upper Hutt Filipino Community will celebrate its Patroness’ feast, Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary on Sunday 13th October at the 10:30 am Mass. Fellowship follows after. All are invited to join us. New Rosters Please collect your NEW Altar Servers Rosters, Church cleaning rosters, Mass rosters, 6 pm Vigil and 10:30 am rosters from the brochure holder on the table in the foyer. Lotto Bonus # Week One The first week's results, for 28th September were #14 (Janice Hoult $20) with consolation #'s 13 and 15 (Margaret Hardiman and Sister Marcia $10 each). Thank you to those who have given support to the Catholic Women's League fundraiser. CWL monthly meeting Tuesday 8 October 1:30 pm at the Convent Chapel. Bingo afternoon - if you have counters please bring these with you. Afternoon tea and raffles. Looking forward to seeing you all on Tuesday. October - Month of the Rosary There is a parish rosary recited in our church on the weekdays when there is a 9 am Mass, this rosary is at 8:30 am. All welcome. The rosary is a prayer of meditation on the lives of Jesus and Mary. The rosary is known to be a very powerful prayer, which centres us on Jesus. Jesus is the centre of every 'Hail Mary'. An image of each mystery of the rosary is wound around the inside of our parish church, so it can aid our meditation. Windows coming up the south side depict the five joyful mysteries, woven around the cross behind the main altar are the five sorrowful mysteries, coming down the north side are the five glorious mysteries. Among the images on our new doors are the five luminous mysteries (2002). These mysteries are also often referred to as 'mysteries of light'.

Join us in celebrating the month of Holy Rosary All dates will start at 7:00 pm

9 Days Novena Sept 28-30 Church, Oct 1-3 Parish Lounge, Oct 4-6 Meeting Room Rosary Oct 7-8 Church, Oct 9 Parish Lounge, Oct 10 Church, Oct 11 Meeting Room, Oct 12-15 Church, Oct 16 Parish Lounge, Oct 17 Meeting Room, Oct 18-22 Church, Oct 23 Parish Lounge, Oct 24 Meeting Room, Oct 25-29 Church, Oct 30 Parish Lounge, Oct 31 Meeting Room

Our Lady of Mercy Praesidium Legion of Mary

St Joseph’s Parish Upper Hutt

St Joseph's Parish Review “For I know the plans I have for you”, declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future”. The parish review group which consists of Father Maleko, PPC, Finance committee, Liturgy committee representative and St Joseph's school principal, is preparing its report and recommendations to be sent to Cardinal John Dew by the 31st of October as requested by him. This report will be available to the parish by the 20th of October. Stewardship Retreat Day Treat yourself to a quiet reflective day before the busyness of Christmas hits you. Be inspired by three young pilgrims who attended the World Youth Day in Panama. Held at St Joseph’s Church, Upper Hutt on November 2nd from 9:30 am – 4 pm. Bring your lunch. Please register by October 25th with Ann Williams at a.williams@wn.catholic.org.nz. Liturgy of the Word with Communion The final workshop for 2019 is with Fr Patrick Bridgman, Archdiocesan Liturgy Advisor. On Thursday 24th October from 7 – 9 pm at Ss Peter and Pauls Church, Knights Rd. Lower Hutt. Everyone welcome. Please register with before Friday 18th October to Ann Williams at a.williams@wn.catholic.org.nz. What would Jesus do? Mission for a Fractured World. Don’t miss this! Internationally renowned Sr Laurie Brink OP, What would Jesus do? Mission for a Fractured World. Did Jesus really mean “love your enemies, pray for those who persecute you”? Sr Laurie Brink OP, Professor of New Testament Studies at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. On the 15th of October from 7 – 8:30 pm at St Bernadette’s School Hall, 190 Naenae Rd, Lower Hutt. Please register by 9th of October with Ann Williams to a.williams@wn.catholic.org.nz. A koha would be appreciated. Joshua Wellington Showing the movie “A Case for Christ” on Thursday 10th of October at Connolly Hall, Guildford Terrace, Thorndon (behind Sacred Heart Cathedral). Be there at 7:00 pm for a 7:15 pm start. All welcome with supper provided and Koha taken up. Also, next men’s meeting is on Thursday 17th October at the same venue. Fellowship from 7:00pm for 7:30pm start. Talk & practical: Fr John Pettit on “Contemplative prayer & Christian Meditation”. Want to know more? Ring Steve Ready 027 356 9555 or email: joshua.wgtn@gmail.com. Memorial Mass: for Sr Johanna (Joseph Patrick) A much-loved member of the Little Sisters of the Assumption who died in Ireland on 10 Sept 2019. Sr Johanna gave 47 years of service in NZ – to the people of Petone and the Hutt Valley, Dunedin & Porirua. Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 am on Thursday 10th October 2019 at Sacred Heart Church, Britannia St, Petone. Parishioners and friends are invited to join with us to give thanks for the life of Sr Johanna. Dove Catholic Fellowship for Women Our next meeting is on Saturday 19th of October, 1:30 pm at Connolly hall Thorndon. Our speaker will be Lucienne Hensel on "According to Your Word". Come for prayer, praise, fellowship and wisdom. All women welcome. Contact Shura 021 072 4042.

Centenary – St Patrick’s, Kilbirnie St Patrick's Church, 3 Childers Terrace, Kilbirne, will be celebrating 100 years on the 17th of November 2019 with a 10 am Mass followed by a cup of tea in the Parish Hall. All former parishioners are welcome to come and join in the celebration. For more information or to register please email triciao2285@gmail.com . Seasons for Growth teaches that change and loss are part of life, and grief is a normal response to this. Based on scientific research, it assists people in managing grief and stress around life changing situations. Greenstone Doors Programme A six-week programme exploring grief, change and loss e.g. miscarriage, relationship breakdown, redundancy, death, living in a new country. Tuesdays from 1 pm - 2:30 pm, commencing 15th of October at Greenstone Doors, Lower Hutt. Cost is $25 (subsidy available). To register phone 566 5037 or email office@greenstonedoors.co.nz. Registrations close on the 8th of October. Catholic Social Services Programme A 4 session programme for adults on Sundays the 10th, 17th, 24th November and Sunday 1st December from 2:00 - 5:00pm at the Catholic Centre, Thorndon. Registrations close on Monday 4th of November. The cost is $30 to cover workbooks and other materials. For further information and registration please contact Katrin Eickhorst at Catholic Social Services. Phone (04) 385 8642, 021 374 405 or email seasons@wn.catholic.org.nz. “It didn’t just help me with the past, it is helping me with the future as well… I developed tools that have helped my recovery” – participant. “Each one of you has received a special grace, so like good stewards responsible for all these varied graces of God, put it at the service of others.” (1 Peter 4:10) Preference of Enrolment Forms to be signed Fr. Maleko will be available to sign preferences on a Tuesday afternoon between 3:00 - 5:00 pm at St. Joseph’s Presbytery. No appointment necessary.

Weekly Collections Weekly income required - $1,950.00 Last week’s giving - $1,636.00 Shortage - $314.00

October 13th 2019