Ash Wednesday is this week
Friday, February 20, 2009
A paraliturgy will be held at 7.3O pm on 25 February.
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8:54 PM
News
From Fr Bob Maguire - 19 February 2009
Wednesday coming is Ash Wednesday in the Catholic global calendar.
Do we change that, in Victoria, to 1st Wednesday of Lent, to avoid using the word 'ash' and risking alienating Victoria's wider community?
This week's blog includes a poem by a local poet.
Do we change that, in Victoria, to 1st Wednesday of Lent, to avoid using the word 'ash' and risking alienating Victoria's wider community?
This week's blog includes a poem by a local poet.
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8:52 PM
Pancakes anyone?
Parishioners are invited to enjoy a pancake or two after 10 o'clock Mass this Sunday.
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8:50 PM
Please pray for:
Kerry Scarlett, Brian's sister, who is gravely ill;
Irena Sibley who is gravely ill. She is the wife of artist Andrew Sibley who created the everyday saints lithographs at the back of the Church;
Terrence Gerard McGrath who has been diagnosed with cancer.
Irena Sibley who is gravely ill. She is the wife of artist Andrew Sibley who created the everyday saints lithographs at the back of the Church;
Terrence Gerard McGrath who has been diagnosed with cancer.
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8:49 PM
Hospitality
If you know of anyone who needs lift to church please let Leonie know - 9681 6649 or LGiuffflda@studygroup.com,
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8:48 PM
Theatrical jobs
The Passion Play is now recruiting cast and crew for this year's performance. The play will be at Ruffey Lake Park, Doncaster on 5 and 10 April. Call Chris Perera 0422 746 312. Pat La Manna OAM winner of the 2009 Australian Senior Citizen Award produces the Melbourne Passion Play.
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8:47 PM
75th Anniversary of St Joseph's PS, Elsternwick
The celebration this Sunday starts with with 10.3O Mass at St Joseph Church and will include school and convent tours, historical displays, entertainment and refreshments. A request is issued for any memorabilia. RSVP by Friday 13 March indicating the number attending by phoning Jenny on 9596 3894.
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8:44 PM
Open garden for East Timor
On Sunday 22 March, from l0 to 4 at 80 Pembroke Rd., Mooroolbark, visit the garden designed by creative artist Madeleine Willingham and husband. Entry $4 an adult. There is wheelchair access, but walking sticks are easier to use than wheeled walkers. Afternoon tea and a sausage sizzle will be available. Proceeds to Mary Mackillop, East Timor, an agency that provides educational opportunities and life skills for the advancement of East Timorese people. Details Maddie or Nor 9728 5628
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8:43 PM
50th anniversary at West Brunswick
On Sunday, 22 March 1959, Bishop Arthur Fox opened the new church of St Joseph's at West Brunswick, realising the dream of the-then-parish-priest Fr John McDonnell and his parishioners. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the event, Archbishop Denis Hart, a former parish priest, will be the main celebrant at the 6 pm Mass at St Joseph's this Saturday. Past parishioners and priests are warmly invited to join the present parishioners for this occasion. Supper will be served in the school hall after Mass.
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8:42 PM
From the Archbishop of Melbourne
Sunday, February 15, 2009
We have all been shocked by the devastation and loss of life caused by the bushfires and our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the fires and the families, friends and communities of those who have survived.
We all admire the courage and dedication of the employed and volunteer emergency services and welfare workers who have worked so hard to protect their community. While many in the community feel a sense of powerlessness it has been an extraordinary witness to the strength and unity of our community to see how they have responded to the crisis. I am especially grateful to our priests, religious, teachers and staff working in our parishes, schools hospitals, welfare and aged care agencies, who have all responded so magnificently and generously to the crisis.
I note the work of all agencies such as St Vincent de Paul Society, Centacare and Red Cross in providing assistance to those who have been affected by the fires. I also commend the response of the Catholic Education Office in supporting schools and their families.
I have established the Catholic Archbishop's Charitable Fund-Bushfire appeal to raise funds to help victims of the bushfires and am pleased to advise that the Archdiocese is donating $50,000 to the appeal and an additional $50,000 to the appeal being conducted by the Red Cross.
I ask that all parishes conduct an appeal for the Fund on the weekend 14/15 and to this end special appeal envelopes will be distributed to all parishes within the next seven days to facilitate donations to this appeal.
Let us continue to pray for all those who have been affected by this tragedy.
Sincerely in Christ
+ Denis J. Hart
Archbishop of Melbourne
(Our parish has now received the envelopes and will hold the appeal next Sunday.)
We all admire the courage and dedication of the employed and volunteer emergency services and welfare workers who have worked so hard to protect their community. While many in the community feel a sense of powerlessness it has been an extraordinary witness to the strength and unity of our community to see how they have responded to the crisis. I am especially grateful to our priests, religious, teachers and staff working in our parishes, schools hospitals, welfare and aged care agencies, who have all responded so magnificently and generously to the crisis.
I note the work of all agencies such as St Vincent de Paul Society, Centacare and Red Cross in providing assistance to those who have been affected by the fires. I also commend the response of the Catholic Education Office in supporting schools and their families.
I have established the Catholic Archbishop's Charitable Fund-Bushfire appeal to raise funds to help victims of the bushfires and am pleased to advise that the Archdiocese is donating $50,000 to the appeal and an additional $50,000 to the appeal being conducted by the Red Cross.
I ask that all parishes conduct an appeal for the Fund on the weekend 14/15 and to this end special appeal envelopes will be distributed to all parishes within the next seven days to facilitate donations to this appeal.
Let us continue to pray for all those who have been affected by this tragedy.
Sincerely in Christ
+ Denis J. Hart
Archbishop of Melbourne
(Our parish has now received the envelopes and will hold the appeal next Sunday.)
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10:07 PM
From Fr Bob Maguire - 12 February 2009
Lots of issues about bushfires down south and floods up north. What it all boils down to eventually, however, is how are we to live together? . . Prayers are good, but remember the warning 'faith without works is dead'. St. Vincent de Paul was even more provocative: 'Money is love'. What the world needs now is that kind of $ove. Read more.
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10:06 PM
Help wanted
The pastoral care and hospitality team is looking for some more parishioners to join it. At the moment there are 2 main areas of need.
1. Add your name to the pool of people available to drive parishioners, who couldn't otherwise get there, to Mass
2. We are looking for a group of people to share to help Fr Bob with funerals. This would involve tasks such as visiting the family and helping with funeral arrangements.
Applications close this Tuesday. Contact Andy Sattler (sattler@internode.on.net, 0458 024 162) or Leonie Giuffrida (LGiuffrida@studygroup.com, 9681 6649).
1. Add your name to the pool of people available to drive parishioners, who couldn't otherwise get there, to Mass
2. We are looking for a group of people to share to help Fr Bob with funerals. This would involve tasks such as visiting the family and helping with funeral arrangements.
Applications close this Tuesday. Contact Andy Sattler (sattler@internode.on.net, 0458 024 162) or Leonie Giuffrida (LGiuffrida@studygroup.com, 9681 6649).
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10:03 PM
Emmaus Friendship & Social group
The group reconvened last Tuesday. They meet for the 12noon Mass then get together for lunch (byo) in the Emmaus room (just to the left of the main Marble altar). Outings are held once a month. Senior parishioners are invited to come along to enjoy the friendship and the group's social outings. Please give Sr. Catherine a call on 9428 2422 for further information.
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10:01 PM
Lenten lectures
Father Frank Moloney sdb will deliver two lectures on the Passion Story in Mark's Gospel on Thursday 26 March and Thursday 2 April 2009 at St John the Baptist. Entry will be a note for those who are financially able and a gold coin for those who are less so. Further details 9481 7333 or sjbaptist@netspace.net.au
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10:00 PM
Kilbride Centre
Thursday craft mornings start on 12 February 10.00 - 12.30. Coin donation. All welcome!
Christian Meditation in the John Main tradition is on Wednesday evenings, 730 - 8.45
Further details from Mary Kingsbury 9690 1076 or contact@kilbridecentre.com.au
Christian Meditation in the John Main tradition is on Wednesday evenings, 730 - 8.45
Further details from Mary Kingsbury 9690 1076 or contact@kilbridecentre.com.au
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9:59 PM
Father Bob's Community Market
Monday, February 9, 2009
Father Bob's Community Market is an exciting new enterprise that will be opening in February 2009.
Father Bob's Community Market will provide an all day market, every Saturday and Sunday, offering a diverse range of produce and products, including arts, crafts, jewellery and clothing.
Located on the corner of Montague and Dorcas Streets in South Melbourne, Father Bob's Community Market is in close proximity to the well-established South Melbourne Market and within walking distance of both the South Melbourne and Albert Park shopping precincts.
Expressions of interest from potential stallholders are now invited.
A variety of indoor and outdoor stall areas will be available.
If you are interested in exploring this commercial opportunity, please complete the online application through this link.
Proceeds generated from stallholder rental fees will support Fr Bob Maguire's various charitable activities that assist the impoverished and the homeless.
http://www.fatherbobscommunitymarket.com/
Father Bob's Community Market will provide an all day market, every Saturday and Sunday, offering a diverse range of produce and products, including arts, crafts, jewellery and clothing.
Located on the corner of Montague and Dorcas Streets in South Melbourne, Father Bob's Community Market is in close proximity to the well-established South Melbourne Market and within walking distance of both the South Melbourne and Albert Park shopping precincts.
Expressions of interest from potential stallholders are now invited.
A variety of indoor and outdoor stall areas will be available.
If you are interested in exploring this commercial opportunity, please complete the online application through this link.
Proceeds generated from stallholder rental fees will support Fr Bob Maguire's various charitable activities that assist the impoverished and the homeless.
http://www.fatherbobscommunitymarket.com/
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7:41 AM
Welcome
Friday, February 6, 2009
This weekend we welcome Father Eric Hodgens who will the celebrant at the l0 am Mass on Sunday.
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10:36 PM
From Fr Bob Maguire - 5 January 2009
I posted on the notice board outside our church: 'RIP Darcey Freeman. Not what was he thinking but what was he feeling.' Read Fr Maguire's blog.
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10:34 PM
Emmaus resumes
Emmaus friendship & social group recommenced their activities last Tuesday. They meet for the 12 noon Mass and get together afterwards for lunch (byo) in the Emmaus room just to the left of the main altar. Outings are held every month. Senior parishioners are invited to come along. Please call Sr Catherine on 9428 2422 for further information.
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10:33 PM
Positions vacant at Sts Peter & Paul's
The pastoral care and hospitality team is looking for some more parishioners to join the team of volunteers. There are opportunities for you to help out in many ways - at the moment there are two main areas of need:
An important part of life for many of our parishioners is getting to Mass each week but many of them no longer drive and need a lift. By adding your name to the pool of drivers, not only will you be helping others but you will also meet some wonderful people.
Sr. Catherine has, until recently, been our sole liaison person for funerals. We need help in this area. We are looking for a group of people to share this role. It involves tasks such as visiting the family and helping with funeral arrangements. Thank you to those who have already offered their help. We do need more volunteers. If you can help, please contact one of our team leaders so they can finalise rosters at their meeting on 17 February. Andy Sattler: sattler@internode.on.net, Ph: 0458 024 162 or Leonie Giuffrida: LGiuffrida@studygroup.com, Ph: 9681 6649
An important part of life for many of our parishioners is getting to Mass each week but many of them no longer drive and need a lift. By adding your name to the pool of drivers, not only will you be helping others but you will also meet some wonderful people.
Sr. Catherine has, until recently, been our sole liaison person for funerals. We need help in this area. We are looking for a group of people to share this role. It involves tasks such as visiting the family and helping with funeral arrangements. Thank you to those who have already offered their help. We do need more volunteers. If you can help, please contact one of our team leaders so they can finalise rosters at their meeting on 17 February. Andy Sattler: sattler@internode.on.net, Ph: 0458 024 162 or Leonie Giuffrida: LGiuffrida@studygroup.com, Ph: 9681 6649
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10:32 PM
Kilbride Centre
Craft lessons will be held on Thursday mornings starting 12 February at 10. Donation. All welcome!
Christian Meditation in the John Main tradition is on Wednesday evenings, 730 - 8.45
For more information contact Mary Kingsbury Ph: 9690 1076 or contact@kilbridecentre.com .au
Christian Meditation in the John Main tradition is on Wednesday evenings, 730 - 8.45
For more information contact Mary Kingsbury Ph: 9690 1076 or contact@kilbridecentre.com .au
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10:30 PM
From Fr Bob Maguire - 29 January 2009
Thursday, February 5, 2009
I went to Drouin, Gippsland for Australia Day 'cos I'm an Australia Day Ambassador. The title doesn't mean much to anyone except the person conscripted to do the job. Read more.
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6:37 PM
Invitation to seniors
Emmaus Friendship & Social group will recommence their activities on Tuesday 3rd February. We meet for the 12 noon Mass, followed by a get together and lunch (byo) in the Emmaus room (just to the left of the main marble altar). Outings are held once a month. Senior parishioners are invited to come along to enjoy the group's outings. Please give Sr. Catherine a call on 9428 2422 for further information.
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6:35 PM
Position vacant
If you have good writing skills and can spare approx 1 hour a week, will you volunteer to write up and maintain our Parish Baptismal records? If you can, please give Judy a call on 9696 0644.
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6:34 PM
Southern Stars Social Club
The Southern Stars Social Club is a club for single Catholics. It has a group for 25 to 35 year olds and another group for 35 to 47 year olds. Its activities include party nights, cafe nights, tennis days and walks. For more information phone Peter on 9885 2167 (AH) or email southernstars@yahoo.com
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6:33 PM
