12th April, 2015
SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER
- Year B -
Worship Schedule
Masses this Weekend:
Vigil Mass: Saturday 6pm
Sunday: 9am
Sunday: 6pm
Weekday Mass:
St Anthony’s Parish
54 Agincourt Road.
(PO Box 3670) Marsfield, 2122
Phone: 9888 5222
Fax: 9878 2741
Email: [email protected]
Website: saintanthonys.org.au
Parish Office Hours:
Mon-Fri.9.30am—1pm
Parish Staff & Contacts
Pastor: Joseva Tuimavule N cm
Monday: 9am (Liturgy of the Word)
Email: [email protected]
Tuesday: 9am
Pastoral Associate: Madeleine Pizzuti
Wednesday: 9am
Email: [email protected]
Thursday: 9am
Parish Secretary: Rose Goh
Friday: 9am
Email: [email protected]
Reconciliation
Saturday 5.30pm
Anytime by appointment
The Word of God…
Parish Secretary: Rita Salameh
Email: [email protected]
School Principal: Julianne Rook
Email: [email protected]
1st Reading: Apostles 4:32-35
Responsorial Psalm: 117:2-4,15-18,22-24
Give thanks to the Lord for he is good,
his love is everlasting.
2nd Reading: J ohn 5:1-6
Gospel:
John 20:19-31
Youth Mass
PARISH DIARY:
Sunday, 12 April— 19 April, 2015
Sun 12 April
You are asked to keep in your prayers all parishioners,
friends & relatives who are suffering through illness, especially P
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Merle Ranasinghe, Pam Taig, Peng Tee Yeow,
Eddie Yap, Poh Lian Yap,
Konrad Wrzesinski, Magdalena Wrzesinska,
Bishop Geoffrey Robinson, Kidir Sitthampalam,
Patricia Whiteford, Phyllis Tay,
Baby Harper Stapleton, Fr David Catterall, Denise Ghali,
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Due to privacy laws, if you would like the name of a family member or friend
to be printed in the Good Oil, please contact the Parish Office.
Also, please keep in your prayers those who have died, recently -
Anna Barbara
Salvatore Nerello
Ian Todd
Frank Napoli
Yongky Safanayong
Sr Marguerite Spice DC
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
Enrolments for the Sacrament of First Holy Communion are now
being taken. An Enrolment package may be obtained from St
Anthony’s website, or alternatively may be picked up from the
Parish office. Children must have completed their First
Reconciliation in order to participate in the program. An
information evening for parents will be held in the School Hall on
Tuesday 21st April commencing at 7.30 pm.
For more information please contact Madeleine at the Parish
office.
A big thank you to all who were
involved in our Easter Masses last
weekend. All of your help was greatly
appreciated and well done to you all.
WYD 2016 LAUNCH + YOUNG ADULT WELCOME TO
ARCHBISHOP ANTHONY – 21 APRIL
All young adults are invited to Sydney’s launch of World Youth Day 2016.
This will also be the first time that our new Archbishop will be present at
an official Archdiocesan event for young adults so it is a great opportunity
to meet and welcome him. It will be a huge night of celebration with
Polish food, Polish dancing, information stalls, a catechesis from the
Archbishop and even a spot of fine Polish vodka! Come and hear about
the exciting pilgrimages that Sydney will be taking in 2016 to the City of
Mercy. The evening will be held at St Mary’s Cathedral College Hall on
Tuesday 21 April from 7.30pm. The Archbishop will also be presiding at
City Silence (the weekly young adult holy hour) in the Cathedral from
6.30pm. For more information see the event at www.facebook.com/
catholicyouthservices or email [email protected].
#getexcited #bemerciful
ANZAC DAY 2015
From this weekend there will be a form on the front seats of the
Church on which to print the names of any deceased war veterans
(including current conflicts). We will pray for those listed on the
form at the Masses on the weekend of 25th/26th April.
There will also be a special Anzac Day Morning Tea after the 9.00
am Mass on Sunday 26th April. Parishioners are asked to bring
along any ‘Australian’ goodies for the morning tea, i.e. Anzac biscuits, vegemite sandwiches, etc.
Compeer friendship volunteers needed
Compeer mental-health friendship program matches volunteers in
friendship with someone in their community who is lonely and living
with a mental illness.
Compeer currently needs male and female volunteers to spend an hour a
week catching up with a new friend. Friends meet for simple activities
such as grabbing a bite to eat, going for a walk, or visiting a local
attraction.
Your friendship can make a big difference to your new friend’s quality of
life, and help reduce the isolation and stigma associated with mental
illness.
Training and ongoing support is provided, and you will be connected to a
welcoming community of volunteers through social events and catch-ups.
To find out more email [email protected] phone
9568 0295or visit www.compeer.org.au
Justice and Peace Gathering on Domestic Violence
Saturday, 18th April 2015
10:30am for 11:00am start to 3:00pm
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 5 Drynan
Street, Summer Hill.
Guest Speaker: Nichola Mar sonet, CatholicCare Sydney
Date:
Time:
Location:
In light of Rosie Batty being named as Australian of the Year
2015, domestic violence calls to Catholic Care has increased by
300%. The gathering will bring together parishioners across the
Archdiocese to explore the issue of Domestic Violence from a
Catholic Perspective and find out how you and your communities
can help identify potential family violence and provide ways to
support victims.
Please RSVP for catering purposes by emailing us at
[email protected] or call 9307 8465.
You are invited to a morning of quiet reflection at the
Grail Centre
Tuesday 21st April from 10am to 12pm
At 22 McHatton St, North Sydney.
We will be reflecting on the meaning of obedience in the context of
Benedictine Spirituality. There will be time for silent meditation and the
opportunity to share thoughts in a group. We ask for a small donation to
cover costs.
For more information or to register your interest, please contact the Grail
Centre (9955 3053) or [email protected], or
Tricia Gemmell ([email protected]).
Intensive Journal Life Context workshop Led by Kate Scholl
Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 April
9:30am-5pm Saturday; 9.30am-4.30pm Sunday
Venue: Centre for Ministry, 16 Masons Drive, North Parramatta.
Treat yourself to this weekend workshop and engage with your life
in its many dimensions: personal relationships, career decisions,
spiritual longings and social concerns. In a quiet setting
overlooking bushland, you will be introduced to a process of
writing that enables greater awareness of inner strengths and
resources and offers a dynamic method for dealing with issues
and concerns.
Cost: $150 (Eremos Members $130) $20 less for concession.
Bookings essential by 12 April. Register here: trybooking.com/
GSOR
More details are on the Eremos website.: http://
www.eremos.org.au/events/16_Jan/intensive-journal-life-contextworkshop
BOOK LAUNCH
Come to the book launch of “On the Way with Pope Francis : our
destination a renewed Church” on Friday April 17 at 6.30 pm.
Father John Thornhill sm is a leading theologian who explains what
Pope Francis is offering the Church. At 6.30 pm at the Marist
Fathers 1 Mary St, Hunters Hill. In the Villa Maria Dining Hall.
POSITION VACANT: The Archdiocese of Sydney is
inviting applications for the position of Casual Outdoor
Educational Facilitator, Benedict XVI Retreat Centre, Grose
Vale.
Enquiries to Anthony Spata, REACH Human Resources, on
0402 210 055. For more information visit
www.catholicjobsonline.com.au. Applications close
Friday, 17 April 2015.
DEVELOPING YOUR OWN SPIRITUALITY
UNIT TWO
Michael Whelan PhD & Marie Biddle MA, MTh
WHEN? 5 Wednesday mornings, 10am-12noon, April
29–May 13 & May 27-June 3*
If you are doing the Group Work, the Groups begin at 9am
WHERE? Level 5, 141 Har r ington Street, Sydney
COST? Without Group wor k: $155/person (incl weekly booklets)
With Group Work: $265/person (incl weekly booklets + reader)
For reservations and more information:
T 02 9247 4651 E [email protected];
I www.aquinas-academy.com
The Mount Carmel Retreat Centre
Six day directed retreat
A silent retreat with a spiritual director to accompany you.
When: April 27 – May 3
Presenter: Team of Directors
Cost: $660 (concessions apply)
Where: 247 St Andrews Road, Varroville, NSW, 2566
Contact: 02 8795 3400, email: [email protected]
www.carmeliteretreats.com.au
Vocation Discernment Retreat, 17-19 April
A retreat for Catholic men exploring if God is calling them to the
Priesthood, including talks, opportunities for prayer, Confession, spiritual
guidance, Adoration, group discussion and Q & A. Where: Seminary of
the Good Shepherd, 50-58 Abbotsford Rd, Homebush. What: The retreat
program can be downloaded from www.vocationcentre.org.au under
“Important Dates.” Cost: It’s free, but registration is essential for food &
accommodation. Enquiries/registration: [email protected] or
9390 5970. ‘No strings attached.’ This retreat is designed to help men
discern their vocation
We welcome into our Parish Community through
the Sacrament of Baptism this weekend:
Jacob Di Biasi
(son of Ross & Janette)
DATE CLAIMER:
St Anthony’s Parish Fundraiser
“High Tea” - Saturday 31 October 2015
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament takes place on a
Wednesday morning at 9.30 and on a Friday night at
7.30pm. All welcome.
Aquinas Academy 2015 Courses
The Academy will be holding courses on spirituality and
the Gospels including retreats throughout 2015 starting
from February through to October. More information can
be obtained from www.aquinas-academy.com
To register please ring 02 9247 4651 or by email
[email protected]
THE CATHOLIC WEEKLY— 12th April, 2015
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Christ is risen, Alleluia! Easter in Sydney and around the world
World Youth Day 2016: Archbishop presides at Sydney launch
The Church vs the culture of death: Archbishop in uni debate
Prayers for Libyan victims as Sydney Coptic Catholics celebrate Easter
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The ultimate prince of failure: Satan, the pope and the end of the world
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Holy Week, Easter homilies
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Available at the front entrance to the Church.
Please put your $2.00 in the Poor Box.
CAPTAINS, PLEASE ENSURE TO REMIND YOUR TEAM
COUNTERS ROSTER FOR APRIL:
12/4-Team 1; 19/4-Team 2; 26/4-Team 3; 3/5-Team 4;
Please take home a copy of the Good Oil.
However, if you prefer not to, please return it to the trays
found at each entrance to the Church.
COMMUNION UNDER BOTH KINDS
Please consider the following:
1. If you have a cold or flu symptoms (or any other
communicable disease, cold sores, etc.) you MUST NOT
receive communion from the Chalice.
2. In accordance with the General Instruction, we
DO NOT DIP the Host in the Chalice.
DON’T FORGET TO TURN OFF YOUR
MOBILE PHONE. THANK YOU