Seaford Parish Bulletin
Sunday 16th November 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
Happy are those who fear the Lord.
O blessed are those who fear the Lord
and walk in his ways!
By the labour of your hands you shall eat.
You will be happy and prosper.
Your wife like a fruitful vine
in the heart of your house;
your children like shoots of the olive,
around your table.
Indeed thus shall be blessed
the man who fears the Lord.
May the Lord bless you from Zion
in a happy Jerusalem
all the days of your life.
Happy are those who fear the Lord.
Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
Alleluia, alleluia!
Live in me and let me live in you, says the Lord;
my branches bear much fruit.
Alleluia!
READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK
Christ the King
First reading:
Responsorial Psalm:
Second reading:
Gospel:
Ezekiel 34: 11-12. 15-17
Psalm 22: 1-3. 5-6
Corinthians 15: 20-26. 28
Matthew 25: 31-46
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.
Music for this Weekend
Entrance
1st Collection
Communion
Communion
Communion
Recessional
Hearts on Fire
Turn Back to God
Share this Meal with me
Open my Eyes Lord
We Believe
Sing of the Lord’s Goodness
# 4 Praise Hymnal
# 9 Praise Hymnal
# 8 Praise hymnal
# 166 One Voice
# 149 One Voice
# 131 One Voice
MASS TIMES
17th NOVEMBER—23rd NOVEMBER
Wednesday 9.30am—Holy Family
Thursday 9.00am—St. Joachim’s
Friday 9.15am—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
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Saturday 9.00am—9.30am at the
Parish Centre, or by appointment.
COLLECTION LAST WEEK
Book of Remembrance
November is the month we traditionally
remember and pray for those who have
died. If you would like to have someone
prayed for please inscribe their name in
the ‘Book of Remembrance’ which is
located near the candle stand in the
foyer of the Church.
Mass for the Faithful Departed
A special Mass to remember our loved
ones (particularly those who died during
the past 12 months) will be celebrated
on Wednesday the 26th November at
7.30pm in St. Anne’s Church.
Thanksgiving Income $2473
Thanks to our regular contributors
who help support our parish.
The Mystery of Faith
Save us, Saviour of the world,
For by your Cross and Resurrection
You have set us free.
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.
A large range of Christmas stock is now
available for purchase in the Piety Stall. Lots
of great gifts suitable for all ages & budgets,
plus stocking fillers. Take the time after
Mass this weekend to have a look at our
fantastic range.
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.
Anointing Mass for the
Sick and Elderly
An anointing Mass for the sick and elderly will
be celebrated at Holy Family Church, Moreton
Street, Frankston North on Wednesday 3rd
December at 11am. Light lunch will be served in
the hall at the conclusion of Mass. Volunteers
are sought to provide sandwiches or slices for
the lunch. Many thanks to the Filipino Seniors
Group who have offered to coordinate the
kitchen on the day.
THE TRAIN OF LIFE
At birth we boarded the train and met our parents; and we believe they will always
travel on our side.
However, at some station our parents will step down from the train, leaving us on
this journey alone.
As time goes by, other people will board the train; and they will be our siblings,
friends, children, and even the love of your life.
Many will step down and leave a permanent vacuum. Others will go so unnoticed
that we don’t realise they vacated their seats. This train ride will be full of joy,
sorrow, fantasy, expectations, hellos, goodbyes, and farewells. Success consists
of having a good relationship with all passengers requiring that we give the best of
ourselves.
The mystery to everyone is: We do not know at which station we ourselves will
step down.
So, we must live in the best way, love, forgive; and offer the best of who we are. It
is important to do this because when the time comes for us to step down and leave
our seat empty we should leave behind beautiful memories for those who will
continue to travel on the Train of Life.
I wish you a joyful journey on the Train of Life. Reap success and give lots of love.
More importantly, thank God for the journey.
Excerpts from the Irish Get Up and Go Diary
People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget
how you made them feel.
When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against
the wind, not with it.
Often when the door of happiness closes, another opens. But mostly we look so long at the
closed door that we don’t see the one which has been opened for us.
Mistakes are merely steps up the ladder…..Paul J. Meyer
A friend is someone who understands my past, believes in my future, and accepts me just the
way I am.
The one sure ingredient to success is to never, ever give up.
Keep your words soft and sweet, you may have to eat them some day.
There is a great difference between putting your nose in other people’s business and putting
your heart in other people’s problems.
Inspiration is important in life. It gives us the edge and the drive to go beyond the ordinary and
challenge the limits.
MEMORABILIA FOR SALE
Last weekend Fr John spoke about a family who are struggling in many different ways at the
moment and are selling off sporting memorabilia collected during the years when life was much
kinder. Money raised from the sale will hopefully keep the family in their home.
The details of the website are: http://raysheldrick.wix.com/memorabillia-galore
email—[email protected]
mobile 0427 703 077
Further details are available on the noticeboard in the foyer.
PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL
Lord you give us many talents and gifts. Give us the courage to use our abilities
wisely for the benefit of ourselves and others.
Lord hear our prayer
Lord God, bless our children. Instil in them a deep sense of all that is holy.
Lord hear our prayer
Lord bless all wives and mothers. Help us to appreciate their years of dedication
to their families.
Lord hear our prayer
Dear Lord, we pray that the choices we make in life may be life-giving.
Lord hear our prayer
Parish 2014 Christmas Raffle
Fantastic prizes to be won in this year’s Christmas Raffle.
Tickets are available after all weekend Masses.
Tickets cost $5.00 each—only 1000 tickets available
Raffle Drawn on Sunday 21st December after the 10.00am Mass
st
1 Prize – Weber Family Q with Trolley
Valued at $ 699.00
2nd Prize – Samsung Wireless Audio Sound Bar
Valued at $ 539.00
rd
Valued at $ 400.00
th
Valued at $ 200.00
3 Prize – Gift Voucher of Your Choice
4 Prize – Beer & Wine Pack
Please support this raffle by purchasing a ticket
or taking a book of tickets home to sell to family & friends.
Monday Evening Bingo
Please Note New Session Times
All proceeds go to the Parish—Rolling Jackpot is currently $10,000.00
Bingo is held each Monday evening at the Carrum Downs Bingo Centre, Frankston Dandenong
Road, Carrum Downs. Commencing at 7.00pm there are 15 games @ $3.00 per book. Prizes
are $60.00 and $70.00 with a jackpot of $350.00 (minimum). There is also a Flyer which is
$1.00 per ticket. Minimum prize is $200.00.
At 8.00pm there is a 30 game session @ $7.00 per book. This is a roulette game with a
minimum prize of $50.00 with a surprise jackpot on the 30th game.
Total cost for the night is $11.00 per set of tickets—also, good raffles @ 3 tickets for $1.00.
For more information phone the Bingo Centre on 9775 0065.
RCIA GROUP
The next meeting for the RCIA group will be held on Wednesday 19th November at 7.30pm in
the parish centre.
Legion of Mary
Meetings are held every Friday evening at 6.30pm in the Parish Centre Meeting Room. All are
welcome at our meetings. We would love to have new members join our group.