Seaford Parish Bulletin Sunday 12th October 2014 Holy Family St. Joachim’s St. Anne’s Frankston North Carrum Downs Seaford Parish Priest Fr. John Madden Parish Manager Carol Fleming Parish Office, 84 Austin Road, Seaford. Office Closed on Mondays Office Hours Tues, Thu & Fri 9.30am—4.30pm, Wed 9.30am—3.00pm Telephone 9785 2580 Mobile 0408 472 493 (Emergency Only) Email [email protected] Website www.stannes-seaford.com.au RESPONSORIAL PSALM I shall live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life. The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. Fresh and green are the pastures where he gives me repose. Near restful waters he leads me, to revive my drooping spirit. He guides me along the right path; he is true to his name. If I should walk in the valley of darkness no evil would I fear. You are there with your crook and your staff; with these you give me comfort. You have prepared a banquet for me in the sight of my foes. My head you have anointed with oil; my cup is overflowing. Surely goodness and kindness shall follow me all the days of my life. In the Lord’s own house shall I dwell for ever and ever. I shall live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life. Twenty—Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Alleluia, alleluia! May the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ enlighten the eyes of our heart that we might see how great is the hope to which we are called. Alleluia! READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK Twenty—Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time First reading: Isaiah 45: 1. 4-6 Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 95: 1. 3-5. 7-10 Second reading: Thessalonians 1: 1-5 Gospel: Matthew 22: 15-21 RCIA GROUP The next meeting for the RCIA group will be held on Wednesday 22nd October at 7.30pm in the parish centre. Congregation to recite this prayer as the gifts of bread and wine are taken up to the altar “We offer you this bread and wine, symbols of our lives, hopes, dreams, and our disappointments and struggles. We offer them to become a sacrifice of praise in gratitude of your love for us.” Congregation to recite this prayer as the Thanksgiving collection is taken up to the altar “We offer this portion of our income, the fruits of our labour, to sustain our Parish, our faith community and to give hope and sustenance to those in need. Bless our work through these gifts. May we find fulfilment in all we do this coming week.” 1st Collection—this money is used to pay for the running of and the upkeep of our Parish. 2nd Collection—this money is used to support Fr John and the priests of the Archdiocese. MASS TIMES 13th OCTOBER—19th OCTOBER Wednesday 9.30am—Holy Family Thursday 9.00am—St. Joachim’s Thursday 12 Noon—St. Anne’s Church Saturday 6.00pm—St. Anne’s Church Sunday 8.30am—St. Anne’s Church Sunday 10.00am—St. Anne’s Church Sunday 1.30pm—St. Anne’s Church (Confirmation Mass) Lots of Confirmation gifts are available in the Piety Stall. Take a look after Mass to see what’s in stock. There are also lots of novelty items that the children will love plus religious items all at an affordable price. We also have new Bibles in stock plus the 2015 Columban calendar. Please note—there is no Friday morning Mass this week. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturday 9.00am—9.30am at the Parish Centre, or by appointment. The Mystery of Faith When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup, we proclaim your Death, O Lord, until you come again. GLORIA Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to people of good will. We praise you, we bless you we adore you, we glorify you, we give thanks for your great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God, almighty Father. Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us; you take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen. COLLECTION LAST WEEK Thanksgiving Income $2337 Thanks to our regular contributors who help support our parish. THE NICENE CREED I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen. Gold Coin Collection Thanks everyone for your support of last weekend’s gold coin collection to assist with the cost of the new parish centre. Target = $50,000 Gold Coin Collection October 2014 = $426.00 $9639.00 Gold Coin Collections October 12—September 14 $8660.00 Donations received October 12—September 14 Balance = $31,275 Stay away from Anger... It hurts only you! If you are right then there is no need to get angry, and If you are wrong then you don't have any right to get angry. Patience with family is love, Patience with others is respect, Patience with self is confidence and Patience with GOD is faith. Never Think Hard about the PAST, It brings Tears... Don't think more about the FUTURE, It brings Fear... Live this Moment with a Smile, It brings Cheer. Every test in our life makes us bitter or better, Every problem comes to make us or break us, The choice is ours whether we become victims or victorious. Search for a beautiful heart not a beautiful face. Beautiful things are not always good but good things are always beautiful. Do you know why God created gaps between fingers? So that someone who is special to you comes and fills those gaps by holding your hand forever. Happiness keeps You Sweet, Trials keep You Strong, Sorrows keep You Human, Failures keeps You Humble, Success keeps You Glowing, But Only God keeps You Going! The Filipino Seniors Support Group warmly invite the parish community for an Afternoon Tea and to enjoy our club activities to celebrate the Frankston City Seniors Festival. The date is Wednesday 15th October at 1.00pm—4.00pm at Holy Family Church Hall, Moreton Street, Frankston North. Contact Grace—0409 192 390 PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL Dear Lord, we pray that the choices we make this week may be life-giving. Lord hear our prayer Lord we pray for all who may have lost their way in the busyness of life. Help them to recognise what is truly important in life. Lord hear our prayer Lord, so often we can make excuses for not attending Mass. Our Gospel shows that you are hurt when people take you for granted. Forgive us Lord. Lord hear our prayer Lord we pray that our religion may become more and more God focused. Lord hear our prayer Volunteers Required Volunteers are sought to assist with giving the church a good clean after the 10am Mass on Sunday 19th October. Bishop Peter Elliott will celebrate a special Confirmation Mass at 1.30pm on this day so it would be nice to have the church looking at its best after the weekend Masses. Please contact the parish office if you can assist. Legion of Mary Meetings are held every Friday evening at 6.30pm (except during the month of October when meetings will commence at 6.00pm) in the Parish Centre Meeting Room. All are welcome at our meetings. We would love to have new members join our group. ROSARY DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER During the month of October the Legion of Mary will lead the Rosary for the parish each Friday evening at 7.15pm in the church. Please note—the weekly Legion of Mary meeting will be held at 6.00pm (not 6.30pm) in the parish centre during October followed by the Rosary at 7.15pm in the church. An invitation is extended to all parishioners to join the Legion for the Rosary. You are also most welcome to attend their weekly meeting if interested. ADVANCE NOTICE—DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Parish Christmas Celebration On Sunday 30th November at 4.00pm until 6.00pm we are having a special parish get together for Christmas at Holy Family Hall, Moreton Street, Frankston North. Sausages, Hamburgers, Bread and Drinks will be provided. We are looking for volunteers to bring along a salad or sweet to share. This should be a great get together and a chance to relax before the Christmas rush. Music for this Weekend Entrance Ist Collection Communion Communion Recessional Celebrate God has Chosen Me The Spirit of the Lord Turn back to God One Family # 44 One Voice # 21 One Voice # 101 One Voice # 9 Praise Hymnal # 3 Praise Hymnal