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Camden Haven Parish
Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year B
15 February 2015
What Is Happening In Our Parish During Lent
Lenten Program
“Arise” beginning on 16th February
Stations of the Cross
Each Friday 11.30am at Laurieton
commencing Friday 13th February
Project Compassion
The Entrance Procession During
the Sundays of Lent
In order to recognize the prayer and
penitential nature of Lent, the
entrance procession will take place
in silence with the congregation
kneeling.
ENTRANCE ANTIPHON: Be my protector, O God, a mighty stronghold to save me.
For you are my rock, my stronghold! Lead me, guide me,
for the sake of your name.
RESPONSORIAL PSALM: In time of trouble I turn to you, O Lord.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION:
Alleluia, alleluia!
A great prophet has appeared among us;
God has visited his people. Alleluia!
COMMUNION ANTIPHON: They ate and had their fill, and what they craved the Lord gave them;
they were not disappointed in what they craved.
TODAY’S READINGS:
Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46
1 Corinthians 10:31, 11:1
Mark 1:40-45
Helping those in need
Living in Sri Lanka, I see first-hand the wonderful
work of ‘The Society for Upliftment & Rehabilitation
of Persons affected by Leprosy’ or SUROL, for short.
Formed in 1971, various Redemptorist priests have
undertaken the leadership and expansion of the
society in recent years to meet the increasing
demands for its services. It has more than 350
patients in its care, with many more on the waiting
list.
SUROL provides assistance in a variety of ways, such
as monthly financial help for families and school
children and funds for water tanks, electricity, wells,
toilets, bathrooms and other basic amenities. SUROL
also helps with special needs as evidenced by a 17
year-old student affected by leprosy who recently
sought help to complete his final year of school.
Because public transport is not regular
or reliable in his area, SUROL provided
a bicycle and funds for tuition.
The society also fosters and
encourages self-help programs.
A newly married man affected
by leprosy and with severe
clawing of the hands, was unable
to find regular work. His wife
tried to help by sewing but her old and battered
sewing machine had seen better days. A gift of a
new sewing machine has now enabled the man’s
wife to undertake sewing jobs in their local area,
ensuring that she can support her husband and
family.
My involvement with SUROL has been through its
Hamper program. Twice a year, before Easter and
Christmas and thanks to the generosity of local and
international donors, SUROL delivers 300 much
needed hampers to leprosy affected people and
families across Sri Lanka.
Yet, despite the disfigurement and physical incapacity, what I notice most is the sheer delight, happiness
and joy, as people greet the SUROL team when they
arrive. Although limited because of language
barriers, it is remarkable how much actual communication takes place through a smile, a handshake, a
pat on the back or an arm around the shoulder.
In today’s gospel, a leper pleads on his knees before
Jesus: “If you want to, you can cure me.” Moved
with compassion and sorrow, Jesus says, “Of course I
want to” and he reaches out and touches the leper
to bring him healing and new life. SUROL continues
the example of Christ by reaching out with love and
compassion to bring help and hope to people of all
backgrounds and faith traditions affected by leprosy.
When those in need ask us for help, may our response also be positive and compassionate, helping
in whatever way we can.
David J Hore CSsR ©Redemptorists 2015
SACRAMENTAL PROGRAM
Parents of children attending State schools in the
Camden Haven who wish their children to receive the
Sacraments of Confirmation, Penance and Eucharist
in 2015 are asked to contact Sr Frances at the Parish
Office: 6559 8354.
Our Bishop’s preference is that Confirmation is
conferred on children in one year and they receive
Penance & Eucharist the following year . When
children reach Year 2 they can receive Confirmation.
DATES:
Penance: Thursday 19th March
Eucharist: Sunday 7th June, 9.00am
Confirmation: Sunday 26th July, 9.00am
PROJECT COMPASSION
Each year Project Compassion brings
thousands of Australians in solidarity with the
world’s poor to help end poverty, promote justice
and uphold dignity. The annual Lenten-time
event raises both funds and community
awareness about important global issues, and
Caritas Australia’s role in empowering the
world’s most vulnerable people.
Envelopes and boxes are available to take
home this weekend
.
LENTEN PENANCE 2015
Abstinence from meat and fasting are to be observed on Ash
Wednesday and Good Friday. All who have completed their 18th
year and have not yet begun their 60th year are bound to fast. All
who have completed their 14th year are bound to abstain.
ROSTERS for
PARISH MINISTRIES
21st & 22nd February
Lent lasts from Ash Wednesday 18th February to the Mass of
the Lord’s Supper on 2nd April, when we begin the Sacred
Paschal Triduum. The Easter Fast is observed
on Good Friday and if possible on Holy Saturday until the Easter Vigil.
ASH WEDNESDAY
Masses will be held at 8.00am and 12
midday on Wednesday 18th February at
St Peter the Fisherman Church.
LENTEN PROGRAM
“Arise” 2015
Monday 7.30pm at Michael & Lorna Morson’s, 10 Sandpiper Close,
Lakewood First session—16th February
Tuesday 9.30am in Tenison Centre, St Peter’s.
First session—17th February
Thursday 10.00am in Tenison Centre, St Peter’s.
First session—19th February
Thursday 2.00pm at Matilda Fittock’s, 8 Grenadines Way, Bonny Hills
First session—19th February
WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
“Do You Know What I Have Done For You”
Prepared by Word Day of Prayer Committee in the Bahamas.
This year the World Day of Prayer will be hosted by the Uniting
Church, Laurieton, at 10.00am on Friday 6th March.
* There will be no Midday Mass at St Peter the Fisherman Church or
Stations of the Cross on Friday 7th March.
LADIES FRIENDSHIP LUNCHEON
The first luncheon for the year will be held on Thursday 26th
February. All ladies of the parish are welcome to join us at 12 noon at
the Laurieton Hotel. For reservations phone Pat Cornish:6559 8619
LAURIETON 5.30pm
Readers: T. Lloyd, V Clark
Preparation of Gifts:
B Phillis, C Catania
Music: P Day
Collectors:
R Bovo, L Klumpp
Ministers of Holy Communion:
A Fehon, C Fehon, Z Williams
Overheads: R McLaughlin
Church Cleaning: P Ward,
E Randall
LAURIETON 7.30am
Readers: D & S Langston
Preparation of Gifts:
M McDonald, W Stedman
Collectors: B Walsh, J Nelson
Ministers of Holy Communion:
G Gray, J Tulloh, J Stearman
KENDALL 9.00am
Readers: M & L Morson
Preparation of Gifts:
A Fitzpatrick
Music: Music Group
Ministers of Holy Communion:
PLEASE PRAY FOR: Tegan Whittle who died recently and those
whose anniversary occurs at this time—Margaret Pascoe, Bill Harris
and Gregory Powell. PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK:
Rita Cesca, Jim Saunders (Maitland/Newcastle Diocese)Maree Niven,
Sue Drury, Anthony Young, Sr Brigid Linehan, Paul Gleeson,
Sr Loretta Mullins (Lochinvar) & Bishop Geoffrey Robinson
R Cahill
Church Cleaning: C Brown,
P Smith
Parish Priest: Fr Michael Roohan
Parish Sister: Sr Frances Slack
Business Manager: Mr Jim Treeves
Acting School Principal: Mr David Hughes
Presbytery & Administration
P O Box 133 Laurieton 2443
Ph. 6559 8354 Fax: 6559 6457
www.laurieton.org
[email protected]
Some helpers are needed at St Joseph’s Primary School
for the following:
WEEKDAY SERVICES
Tuesday 17 February
Kendall
9.00am
Wednesday 18 February
Laurieton
8.00am
Thursday 19 February
Laurieton
8.00am
Friday 20 February
Laurieton
Midday
WEEKEND SERVICES
Saturday 21 February
Laurieton
5.30pm
Sunday 22 February
Laurieton
7.30am
Kendall
9.00am
SACRAMENT OF PENANCE
5.00pm—5.25pm
Saturdays, Laurieton
READINGS FOR
NEXT WEEK
CHESS CLUB: A volunteer to come and teach basic chess
and/or checkers to students during our passive play time
during a recess or lunch break. This might require a once
a week commitment for half an hour when available. All
equipment supplied.
PRAYER GARDEN: We have some statues that we would
like to build a prayer space around in an existing garden
area. The garden will need modifying but we would like
some volunteers to work with children in preparing this
area. Once again, all tools and materials supplied.
COMPANIONS IN THE FAITH
During 2014 the parish conducted a program in the
school called “Companions in the Faith”. Volunteer
parishioners met once a fortnight with a small group of
children from Years 3 & 4 to share with them the
importance of their Catholic faith. If you
would like to help, please enter your
name on the sheet provided at
the church entrance or contact us
at the Parish Office on 6559 8354.
There will be a meeting for all
Companions (old and new) at 9.30am on Wednesday
18th March in the Tenison Centre.
A copy of the Bishop’s message on Lenten Penance
is available at the back of the church.
Genesis 9:8-15
The current interest rate on investments is
3.40% per annum (at call).
1 Peter 3:18-22
Local Agent: Parish Office 6559 8354
Mark 1:12-15
9.00am to 4.00pm