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From Fr Bob Maguire - 23 April 2009

Sunday, April 26, 2009

If all goes well, there'll be a photo with my blog of a plaque set in our parish garden. It bears the first names of 40 people under 20 years of age. They died in the drug wars of the 1980s, They were all locals from South and Port Melbourne. See the picture and read the blog.


Posted at 2:18 PM

First Eucharist

A reminder for parish children and their parents that preparation sessions start on 4 June. For more information please contact catechist Sue Kidd on 9646 2686


Posted at 2:17 PM

Baptisms - your help is needed

No doubt most parishioners are aware that Father Bob conducts Baptisms most Sundays at 12 noon. We are currently looking for parishioners who would be happy to take turns to help on these occasions. You would need to be at the church for about an hour, starting 15 minutes before the ceremony is due to begin, to welcome family members and answer the questions they have, such as where to sit, when and where they can take photos and where the toilets are.
If you're happy to help, please contact Leonie or Andy from the Hospitality Team:
Andy Sattler (sattler@internode.on.net or Ph: 0458024162); or Leonie Giuffrida (LGiuffrida@studygroup.com or 96816649)


Posted at 2:16 PM

Prayers requested

Your prayers are asked for Louis Perrone, brother of Mario who suffered a stroke last Sunday. Louis is being treated at Monash Medical Centre and will need to go into rehabilitation afterwards. Please keep Louis and his family in your prayers and Masses.
Also, pray for Shona, Fr Bob's niece who is very ill and for a parishioner who is recovering from a coronary artery bypass operation.


Posted at 2:15 PM

Emerald Hill Mission

There are still places available at parish for the EHM race day on 16 May. To join one speak to Kevin Lee (9527 4317) or Colin Crawford (9699 6050).

Special thanks to the South Melbourne Community Chest. They gave EHM a grant of $2000 for its education program. The SMCC operates an Opportunity Shop in Bank Street near Clarendon Street and are always looking for good, clean items for the shop. Please support them when you have that clean out at home or you have finished with your books. Two wonderful ladies from our parish, Lil Bracken and Mavis McCormack worked as volunteers in this shop for many years. They featured in a television programme on the shop a few years ago.

We may be a little late with the news, but are pleased to advise that Ms Corrie Bray of the Emerald Hill Mission is now a new mum, welcoming a daughter, Marly, on 25 February.


Posted at 2:13 PM

Over the back fence

South Port Uniting Care together with the City of Port Phillip will hold a neighbourly gathering on Thursday 7 May at 10.30 at South Port Uniting Church Hall. A light lunch will be served.
The day will feature music, cabaret and dancing demonstrations. Leading Constable Steve Old will be available for a question and answer session on safety for seniors.
If you need transport, please call Sandy on 9696 4270


Posted at 2:12 PM

Kilbride Centre

Professor Antony Campbell speaks about the search for meaning of believers, agnostics and atheists in his book, The whisper of Spirit: A believable God today. He will speak at the Centre on 28 April at 7 pm. RSVP 9690 1076


Posted at 2:11 PM

From Fr Bob Maguire - 16 April 2009

Saturday, April 18, 2009


Posted at 12:21 PM

First Eucharist

First Eucharist will be celebrated at 10 am Mass on Sunday, 21 June.

Parish catechist Sue Kidd (9646 2686) will conduct classes for parish children who will receive their first Eucharist at this ceremony. Classes will be held in the chiurch from 4.30 to 5.30 on Thursdays: 4, 11 & 18 June.


Posted at 12:15 PM

Volunteers for Bonnets' blessing

Will any cake makers please contribute to the morning tea to be served after this event. Contact Carol (9699 2892) to tell her what you will bring.


Posted at 12:13 PM

Blessing of the Bonnets

Thursday, April 16, 2009

A memorial service remembering women convicts in Australia will be held at our church on Saturday, 2 May at 2pm.
It is part of the 'Roses from the heart' project by Tasmanian conceptual artist Christine Henri designed to honour the contributions of convict women to the nation.
For more information contact Carol Leahy (9699 2892).


Posted at 3:57 PM

Easter services

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Good Friday - 3 pm
Holy Saturday - 7 pm
Easter Sunday - 10 am


Posted at 10:09 PM

From Fr Bob Maguire - 9 April 2009

They’re cutting down a tall, allegedly dead, tree out the front of this church house.
They all, including the insurance company, sentenced it because it had become a hazard to life and limb.
Thud! I just heard the tallest bits fall, reluctantly, to earth.
We’d known each other for 35 years, more or less.
http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif Read the whole blog.


Posted at 10:07 PM

We express our solidarity with the Parish of Ballan. Fr Mick O’Toole was a deacon here 30 years ago.


Posted at 10:06 PM

Meet & Greet Help Needed

Here's a great opportunity to help at our church and get to know more of your fellow parishioners. We are looking for people willing to arrive 10 minutes before Sunday 10 am Mass, to greet people as arrive and hand them copies of Southerly Buster.
Please speak to Andy or Leonie from the Hospitality Team, after 10am Mass.


Posted at 10:03 PM

Race Day reminder

The Emerald Hill Mission annual race day will be held at Flemington on Saturday 16 May. You are warmly invited to join our 'Parish Tables'. Tickets $125 each include lunch, drinks, entertainment and entry to the Members Reserve. Contact Kevin Lee (9527 4317) or Colin Crawford (9699 6050) if you wish to attend or leave your name and contact details on the sheet on the long table at the back of the church.


Posted at 10:01 PM

Tour of church

A booklet, 'Tour of Sts Peter and Paul’s Church South Melbourne, April 2009'. will be available shortly.


Posted at 10:00 PM

Kilbride Centre

Wednesday evening Christian meditation A contemplative form of silent prayer using mantra, or prayer word, rooted in the Gospel and Letters of St Paul. 7.30 - 8.45. Donations accepted. Enquiries: 9690 1076.
Tuesday evening conversations The whisper of Spirit. Professor Antony Campbell speaks about the search for meaning of believers, agnostics, and atheists in his book, 'The whisper of Spirit; a believable God today'. 28 April 7 - 9 pm. Donation. RSVP 9690 1076 by 23 April.
Men's dinner, an opportunity for men to gather together and share their stories in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere over a delicious meal while listening to an interesting guest speaker. Wednesday, 22 April 6.45 -9 pm. Cost $25. RSVP to 9690 1076 by 15 April.
Card making with watercolours as taught by artist Pat Daniels. Mondays 27 April, 4 & 18 May and 1 June from 10 am to 3.30 pm. Cost $30/$25 a session. RSVP Monday before each session on 9690 1076.
Reading Club The second Wednesday of each month to engage with aspects of different cultures and spiritualities. 7 - 9 pm. RSVP 9690 1076.


Posted at 9:46 PM

Easter services

Saturday, April 4, 2009

Holy Thursday – 7.30 pm
Good Friday – 3 pm
Holy Saturday – 7 pm
Easter Sunday – 10 am


Posted at 8:47 PM

From Fr Bob Maguire - 2 April 20092

A friend of mine, known to disciples of the ABC and SBS (radio and TV), John Safran, sent this email today: “I’m in Jew Town (its real name) in Cochin, India. Cochin is where various Jewish communities have flowed in and out over the ages”. John signs off: 'Happy Pesach' (Passover).
So, here we are, in the deep south of Australia, reading, at 9.30 am, an email sent barely 30 minutes ago, about Jews, Hindus and Muslims gathered, for better or worse, in the middle of one of our world’s most ancient civilisation, India. Read more.


Posted at 8:44 PM

Mass and Anointing

Fr Maguire will administer the sacrament of the Sick at the 12 noon Mass on Tuesday 7 April. All parishioners are invited to attend and are welcome to stay for a shared meal. Bring a plate if you wish.
Sr Catherine


Posted at 8:39 PM

Melbourne Singers of Gospel concert this Sunday at 2 pm

The Melbourne Singers of Gospel (MSG) is a secular and unauditioned community choir (approx 60 members) based in South Melbourne performing in the style of the massed congregational gospel choirs of the United States and Southern Africa. The choir performs regularly all over Australia and has worked with many professional artists. $15/$10, children gold coin
All proceeds of this concert will go towards the work of the Fr. Bob’s Foundation


Posted at 8:38 PM

Tenebrae

A Good Friday Ecumenical evening mediation on the last words of the crucified Christ - a service of sacred music, scripture lessons and prayer with the participation of the Christian churches of South Yarra. 7.30 pm at St Joseph’s, Fitzgerald St, South Yarra.


Posted at 8:37 PM

Project Compassion 2009

Boxes and/or donations due next week.


Posted at 8:36 PM

The Emerald Hill Mission annual race day

This will be held at Flemington on Saturday 17 May. You are warmly invited to join our parish tables. Tickets $125 each include luncheon, drinks, entertainment and entry to the Members Reserve. Contact Kevin Lee (9527 4317) or Colin Crawford (9699 6050) if you want to attend or leave your name and contact details on the form on the long table at the back of the church.


Posted at 8:32 PM

Nurture for people affected by bushfires

Monday 6 April - 9.30 am to 3.30 pm - Nurture for Carers
This day is set aside for those who have given care and support to people affected by the bushfires: firefighters, emergency service workers, doctors, nurses, recovery personnel and all those who have been touched by the impact of the tragedy, including the partners of these carers who have had to wait at home and support the wellbeing of their loved ones in the crisis.
You will be given a space to rest, be nurtured and for renewal of spirit and to replenish your internal resources. During the day you will be guided through an experience of gentle meditation, relaxation, music and scripture. We will provide a space for you to speak with others and share your experience in a sacred space. You will also be given the opportunity for individual spiritual conversation and spiritual direction. We will provide a delicious lunch and lots of space to refresh and rest. Bookings or further enquiries can be made by contacting Matthew 03 9854 8110 or email campion@cis.jesuit.org.au or you can book online - www.cis.jesuit.org.au/bushfirerespite.html

Wednesday 8 April 9.30 am to 3.30 pm - A Day of Respite
This day is set aside for those affected by the bushfires to come and spend the day in a peace-filled and sacred environment. It will be a time for rest, to be nurtured and for a renewal of spirit. During the day you will be guided through an experience of gentle meditation, relaxation, music and scripture.

We will provide a delicious lunch and lots of space to refresh and rest. There will be an opportunity for spiritual conversation with others and for individual spiritual direction to help renew your strength. The retreat offers a quiet day of rest with the Lord to take a day off from the stress of rebuilding and regaining your direction in life. Bookings or further enquiries can be made by contacting Matthew 03 9854 8110 or email campion@cis.jesuit.org.au or you can book online - www.cis.jesuit.org.au/bushfirerespite.html


Posted at 8:30 PM

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