3rd July - Surfers Paradise Catholic Parish

Surfers Paradise Catholic Parish
ONE PARISH
three churches
Sacred Heart
50 Fairway Drive,
Clear Island Waters
St Vincent’s
40 Hamilton Avenue,
Surfers Paradise
Stella Maris
254 Hedges Avenue,
Broadbeach
PASTORAL
Very Reverend
Fr Tim Harris
Parish Priest & Dean
of South Coast Deanery
Fr Nicholas Okafor
Associate Pastor
Fr Regimon Gervasis
MCBS Associate Pastor
Helen Goldsmith
Pastoral Ministry
Coordinator
PARISH STAFF
Sonya Slater
Parish Manager
Marylou Ayres
Parish Secretary
Pat Kelly
Parish Assistant
Angela Williams
Atrium Coordinator
SCHOOLS
St Vincent’s School
Clear Island Waters
Phone: 5572 1746
P: Kerry Rowlands
St Kevin’s School
Benowa
Phone: 5539 4522
P: Peter Anderson
St Kevin’s Kindergarten
Phone: 5564 5910
Director: Michelle Nelson
St Michael’s College
Merrimac
Phone: 5530 2722
P: Michael Nayler
FOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR C
2nd / 3rd July 2016
Dear Parishioners and Visitors,
WELCOME ARCHBISHOP MARK COLERIDGE
ARCHBISHOP OF BRISBANE
This weekend we are truly delighted to welcome our
Archbishop. The Archbishop is no stranger to us given his
regular visits to the Parish over the years. His last visit was to open the Door of Mercy at
Sacred Heart Church. He has returned now to dedicate the Church and new Altar and
Sanctuary.
Sacred Heart Church, Clear Island Waters is 30 years old and we thank God for this
beautiful sacred building that means a great deal to so many.
The new Altar, Table of the Word, Presiders chair and Tabernacle have all been funded or
paid for by parishioners and visitors. The actual Sanctuary floor and back wall has also
been renewed with marble additions.
A special dedication liturgy has been prepared and will be celebrated by the Archbishop
and the gathered assembly. We thank God for Sacred Heart Church and for all the
people who have felt at home there over the years. The Church has proved to be a
popular one with people from all over the coast and beyond who simply drop in to
worship the Lord and pray. May our refurbished Sanctuary help focus our prayer and
more richly remind us of our Catholic heritage and faith.
Make yourself known to the Archbishop and be sure to warmly welcome him in person.
A cuppa and refreshment will be served after the 9.00 am Dedication mass.
BUSY AND CHALLENGING WEEK
The week has been a very busy one. Parish life and life in general has been at a fast pace.
We received the news that Monsignor Anthony Randazzo was called by the Holy Father
the Pope to be an Auxiliary Bishop in Sydney. We announced this last weekend with
several people expressing their pride at having "a local" called in this way. Surfers
Paradise Parish is Bishop-elect Randazzo's home parish. The new Bishop elect celebrated
25 years as a priest at a Jubilee mass and lunch in Brisbane on Wednesday. We continue
to pray for him in the days and weeks ahead as he approaches his ordination in August. I
am sure that Bishop-elect Randazzo will be praying in thanksgiving for his Dad and Mum,
Colin and Cathy (parishioners) who passed on a solid and enduring faith to their son.
We might pray also for Fr Rafal Rucinski and Fr Jan Bailasiewicz, at this time who joined
Bishop-elect Randazzo at the Jubilee mass and lunch on Wednesday. They too celebrate
25 years as priests and presently serve as Parish Priest of Nerang and Southport
respectively.
The busyness of the week continued with the Sanctuary refurbishment of Sacred Heart
progressing requiring the Church to be closed simultaneously as several funerals were
taking place at Stella Maris Church at Broadbeach.
We hold these family members in our prayers as they come to terms with the loss of
loved ones.
God's abundant blessings, Fr Tim
14TH SUNDAY IN ORD TIME
YOU ARE INVITED TO SERVE OUR WORSHIPPING COMMUNITY
READINGS: Is 66:10-14; Gal 6:14 as a Liturgical Minister or Volunteer at any of the Masses at
-18; Lk 10:1-12, 17-20
STELLA MARIS, ST VINCENT’S and SACRED HEART. There are
FEASTS: N/a
many ways you can contribute – Sacristan, Extraordinary
NEXT WEEK: 15th Sunday Ord
Minister of Communion, Reader, Welcomer, Collector, Data Projector, Music
Time; Deut 30: 10-14; Col 1: 1520; Lk 10: 25-37
Ministry, Altar Server, Hospitality, Children’s Liturgy. Full training will be
REFLECTION: The themes of provided. Please contact Helen Goldsmith by phoning the Parish Office: 5572
hope-filled new beginnings and
5433, or email directly to: [email protected]
people on the move run through
our readings today. Isaiah is full of
the promise of a “new thing” that
will evoke unrestrained joy like the
joy of birth and hope for the
returning exiles. In the reading
from Galatians Paul’s focus is on
“an altogether new creation”,
which goes beyond the personal to
the universal. Luke speaks of the
sending out by Jesus of “the
seventy two others” which
suggests the situation of the young
church as it proclaimed peace,
brought healing and announced
that God’s kingdom is at hand.
This second Lukan mission
prepares the way for the universal
mission of the church in Acts and
repeats the motif from Isaiah that
God’s goodness is inclusive of all
peoples. Vatican II used this image
of “the pilgrim Church”, a Church
on the move.
ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER
SUNDAY 3RD JULY, 2016
The Jubilee Year of Mercy is an opportunity to
experience and encounter God’s Grace on many levels. The
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic
Council believes that the act of ‘black and white’ people praying together for mercy,
forgiveness and justice is a powerful symbol of all the Year of Mercy represents.
We pray for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, deeply wounded by
dispossession and loss of culture, family and identity, may they find healing and
justice with the support of compassionate loving people.
We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen
STELLA MARIS PARKING UPDATE: Dear Parishioners, due to the cooler weather
the recently poured concrete will need an additional week to dry. You will be
able to drive on it from next Saturday the 9th July. Parking in the vacant block
will require a little more patience. We are introducing turf on both sides of the
new driveway. From the 9th July it is suggested you park in a single file; the first
car in, parks at the end of the drive way and the other vehicles follow suit.
Once the turf is established we will resume parking on each side of the drive
The missionaries’ first words when way asking that you make every effort to allow for the maximum number of
entering a house are to be “Peace parks. Many thanks, Sonya Slater.
to this household”. Peace is the
biblical shalom, “wholeness”, the
result of a right relationship with
God and neighbour. In Isaiah, God
promises the returning exiles: “I
will spread peace over Jerusalem
like a river.” We too are called to
be messengers of peace. Paul
speaks of the peace and mercy
that come to all who become that
transformed person in Jesus Christ.
This peace is not dependent on
outside circumstances. It can exist
even when we are surrounded by
storms. We need that peace and
inner security within ourselves first
of all. It is a peace that a close
following of Jesus can bring.
We are called today to become
labourers with Jesus in the harvest
that is the world in which we live.
May
our
labour
gradually
transform the world into a place
where the values of the Gospel will
create shalom.
CHILDREN’S SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION PROGRAM 2016-2017
There is 1 week left to register for the Sacramental Program 2016-2017.
Information brochures and enrolment forms are available in all churches,
Parish Office, St Vincent’s and St Kevin’s schools.
The program will commence on Tuesday 12th July, 2016 with a compulsory Parent
Information Session. To be eligible children must be 8 years of age or older.
If you have any questions please phone Helen Goldsmith 5572 5433.
SACRED HEART ANOINTING MASS First Tuesday of the Month: The
next Anointing Mass will be held on Tuesday 5th July at 11am in
Sacred Heart Church, 50 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters. Everyone is
welcome to attend. If you are usually picked up please let Doug and Lois
know you are coming to this Mass by calling them on 5630 8293 or 0419 724
181. Stay on afterwards for light refreshments in the Parish Hospitality Centre hosted
by the Surfers Paradise Catholic Ladies. All SPCL members are asked to bring a plate to
share.
The Surfers Paradise Catholic Ladies will hold their monthly meeting that
afternoon in the Parish Hospitality Centre . All members very welcome.
PRAYER: Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred, let me
sow love; where there is injury, pardon; where there is doubt, faith; where there is
despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; where there is sadness, joy.
(St Francis of Assisi)
PARISH MINISTRY and GROUPS and OTHER NEWS
ATRIUM – CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD
Would you like to play a meaningful role in the faith journey
of your child or grandchild?
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd provides an
exciting and interactive way of handing on the
faith using Montessori-inspired materials. Your
child will be captivated.
Located in the building between Sacred Heart
Church and Casey Hall, 50
Fairway Drive, Clear Island
Waters, the Atrium is specifically
designed for this engaging form of
faith development.
*90 minute sessions held once a
week during term time.*
*Baptism preparation for children aged 3 to 8 years.*
Play a real role in
your child’s faith journey!
For further information, please email Angela Williams at
[email protected]
Or phone Surfers Paradise Catholic
Parish Office on 5572 5433
https://www.facebook.com/Catechesis-of-the-Good-ShepherdTibor-and-Vera-Endrody-Atrium
Venire will commence again at Surfers
Paradise on Thursday the 7th of July from
6:30-8:30pm.
LIBRARY NEWS:
Ordinary Time this year brings us The
Gospel of Luke. On display in the Library
are books which can help you to appreciate
the message and inspiration of this
Evangelist. Guides to reading the text and also books
which explore how Luke is relevant to our 21st Century
lives. This humane Gospel is especially relevant in the
Year of Mercy. Don’t forget we have many books and
resources for this special year too.
PHILIPPINE FESTIVAL GOLD COAST:
The Philippine Festival Gold Coast
has been rescheduled to Sunday 17
July 2016 at Broadwater Parklands,
Marine Parade, Southport from
9:30am to 5pm. ENTRY IS FREE!
Everyone Welcome. For further
information please
call Mary Ann Boehme 0416 331 233.
PRAYING
THE ROSARY: The
MARIA FORDE CELTIC AND MUSIC TOUR OF
statue of Our Lady will be at the
IRELAND 2016
home of Rosina & Frank Smith of
My name is Maria Forde. I am a teacher of
Merrimac, commencing Monday 4th
Catholic education, a chaplain, liturgist and
July 2016. Please phone Maxine or Pat
singer. For the past 12 years I have been
Sela on 5539 9539 and invite Our Lady
leading priests, religious and parishioners
to your home for a week. All you have to do is to say the
from across Australia on a Celtic tour of Ireland. I will be
Rosary to Our Lady. It is not necessary to invite people to
leading a tour from 13-27 September this year and invite you
your home.
to join us. Whilst this is not a pilgrimage we visit several
If you are unable to collect the statue due to transport churches, attend a vespers service at Glenstal Abbey and visit
problems we can deliver the statue to you.
many sacred monastic sites. Please feel free to call me
Thankyou, Pat & Maxine on 0411 158 593 for additional tour information.
A Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat will
be held from 22 – 24 July, at
Ormiston, Brisbane. These weekends are for people who
are struggling with the unresolved issues from an abortion
experience. For information contact Gwen 0407 175 508.
Come and help us celebrate Fatima
day on Wednesday 13th July at
Marian Valley. For bookings please
call Viviane on 07 55359623.
COFFEE CULTURE CAFÉ
8.30am to 12.30pm Mon to Fri
DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Catering Options are available for
your function. 0435 721 258
Achieving Pregnancy Naturally
The Billings Ovulation Method® can
assist you in having the baby of your dreams.
If you have been trying to have a baby without success, our
teachers can provide essential information, which will give
you the best chance to achieve your pregnancy naturally.
For a free information leaflet, call Billings LIFE 1800 335 860.
CARMELITE MONASTERY: Come
and help us celebrate Mass with
Archbishop
Coleridge on Sunday
17th July 2016 at the Carmelite
Monastery, Ormiston. A bus will
leave Sacred Heart Church at 8am. Tickets are $25 each.
Please phone to book with Imelda on 5539 0959 or with
Milka on 5538 0398.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
9.00am
Sacred
Heart
7.00am
9.00am
7AM ST7.00am
VINCENT’S
SACRED
HEART
9.00am
7am
9.00am
ST VINCENT’S
Anointing
Mass
STELLA MARIS 9AM STELLA
MARIS
Anointing Mass
9.00am
ST VINCENT’S
STELLA
MARIS STELLA
STELLA
MARIS
ST VINCENT’S
MARIS
11am
on
SACRED
HEART
11.00am
Year
of Mercy
Reconciliations
Tuesday
This Tuesday
Reconciliation
10am—11.30am
5th July
5th July
5.00pm—6.30pm
10-11.30
& 5-6.30
SUNDAY
NORMAL
MASS TIMES
SUNDAY
MASS TIMES
SATURDAY
RECONCILIATION
RECONCILIATIONS
4.15pm
STELLA MARIS
4.15pm Stella Maris
5.00pm
SACRED
HEART
5.00pm Sacred
Heart
5.15pm St
5.15pm
STVincent’s
VINCENT’S
STELLA
MARISSaturday
CHURCH evening
Saturday
5.00pm
andSunday
Sunday7.00am
7.00am&and
8.30am
STELLA MARIS
CHURCH
5.00pm
AND
8.30am
SACRED HEART CHURCH Saturday 6.00pm and Sunday 9.00am and 6.00pm
SACRED HEART CHURCH Saturday evening 6.00pm AND Sunday 9.00am & 6.00pm
ST VINCENT’S CHURCH Saturday 6.00pm and Sunday 8.00am and 10.00am
ST VINCENT’S CHURCH Saturday evening 6.00pm AND Sunday 8.00am & 10.00am
MIGRANT CHAPLAINS / COMMUNITIES:
Polish: Sunday 11.30am Sacred Heart Church
Fr Bernard Bednarz 5504 6297
Italian: Sunday 4.00pm Sacred Heart Church
Fr Michele Cagna CS 0432110468—Pastoral Support
Felicia 5571 0858 — General Info.
Filipino: Next Mass in our Parish is on 2nd October at
12noon in Casey Hall. Fr Terence Nueva 3277 2252
Hispanic: 1st & 3rd Sundays 5—7pm St Vincent’s Church
Fr Ignacio Gutierrez 0481 118 521
Email: [email protected]
Maronite Rite: Saturday 7.15pm Sacred Heart
Phone: 3394 4994 St Maroun’s Church, Brisbane.
Art & Craft: Wed 9am-12.30pm Parish Hospitality Centre
Book Club: 3rd Tues 12noon. Parish Hospitality Centre
Bridge: Monday 12.30pm. Parish Hospitality Centre.
SPCL: Meeting 1.00pm 1st Tue. Hospitality Centre
Friendship Day 3rd Thurs 10am-1.30pm PH: 5562 1260
Parish Choir Practice: 8.30am 1st and last Saturdays SH
Playgroup: Wednesdays 9.30am Casey Hall, Fairway Drive,
Clear Island Waters - Sarah 0410 701 515
Playgroup is Volunteer Based— Each parent needs to sign
an attendee sheet at each session.
Yoga: Tuesday 10.45am $10/Session.
Zumba Gold: Friday 9.15am Casey Hall. Beginners and
Intermediate Levels. Susana Pozzi 0421 607 397
Pilates: Monday, Tuesday sessions. Casey Hall. Phone
Nicole 0420 301 379 or at [email protected]
FOR MORE PARISH GROUPS, PLEASE REFER TO OUR WEBSITE
Baptisms: Please contact the Parish Office 5572 5433 to register.
Marriages: Contact Parish Office 5572 5433 (Min 6mths notice required)
Benediction: 1st Friday 7.30am St Vincent’s Church, Surfers Paradise
Children’s Liturgy of the Word: Weekly at 9am Mass Sacred Heart Church.
Stella Maris Church 8.30am Mass 2nd Sunday of each month.
Christian Meditation: Tuesday 10am (Youth Room) Pam Egberts
0428090703 and on Tuesday 6pm (Youth Room) Contact Parish Office
CFC Australia: Phone Butch & Mini 0424 583 168/9
Exposition:
Monday & Friday 6am St Vincent’s Church, Surfers Paradise
Tuesday 9.30am Sacred Heart Church, Clear Island Waters
Thursday 9.45am St Vincent’s Church, Surfers Paradise
Friday 7pm Sacred Heart Church, (1st Friday 7pm to 7am)
Carmelite Spirituality: 3rd Sunday of each month 10.30am PHC, CIW
Contact: Norm Harding 0421 125 575.
Rosary: Sunday 7.15am St Vincent’s Church
Monday & Friday 6.25am St Vincent’s Church
Tuesday & Friday 8.25am Sacred Heart Church, before Mass
Wednesday 8.25am Stella Maris Church, before 9.00am Mass
Youth Led Mass: Sunday 6pm Sacred Heart. Next Date 28th August
RECENTLY DECEASED: Judith Taylor
(Kelly), Brian Swaddling, Ljuban Pilic, Ines
Favretto, Cyril Imeson (Casino NSW),
Bruno Andreetta, Maurice Hann, Linda
Arlington, James Fuller, Mary Buetel,
Antonio Tanquintic.
ANNIVERSARIES: Tootsie Ware, John
Schreiber, Matthew Hoare, Fr Bernard
O’Shea.
THOSE WHO ARE SICK: Colleen
O’Shannassy (Colac, Victoria), Fr John
Milliken PP of Stanmore, Henriette
Bennik, Fadoul Kazzi, Kathryn Geldard,
Finlayson, Gus Reeves, Annette Sophia Wisniewska (Poland).
Anning, Monica Bailey, Sage Amor
(Canada), Brian Elsmore, Emile Van
Have you
Deurse, Ron Mooney, Denise Tracey,
Ron Perry, Paul Kiely, Denise Darwin
thought about
(Syd), Rachel Raines, John Ashby,
Leaving a
David Weldon, Dorelle Muller,
legacy?
Michael Kearney, Mike and Barbara
Farrell, Marian Komorowski (Poland),
Brochures on how to
Fr Dom Cremesco SVS, Mary Kerr,
“Make a Bequest to the Surfers
Conor Cosgrave, Anne Weston, Mary Paradise Parish” are in the brochure
Hayes (Melb), Diep Armstrong, Dolly holders at the back of all churches.
Roberts & Gerald Theron (Cape
Pat Burton, Valda Martin, Andreas Town), Joan Wienand, Ron Cadd, For further information call the parish
office 5572 5433.
Lunandi,
Kate
Needham,
Ian Bernadine Lewis (Capetown SA),
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