St Macartan s Parish WEEKLY BULLETIN. 12th 13th October 2013 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time (C) For all things give thanks to God

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1 12th 13th October 2013 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time (C) St Macartan s Parish WEEKLY BULLETIN 4 Drake St, Mornington - P.O. Box 41 Mornington 3931 Phone: Fax: Mail: mornington@cam.org.au; Web: stmacartansparish.com.au Parish Priest: Fr. Joe Bui Duc Tien buiductien@hotmail.com Assistant Priest: Fr. Jerald Cecil Mob: (absent until 18/10) Pastoral Associate: Sr. Gen Fitzpatrick Mob: Secretaries: (9.00am pm) Tues., Thu., Fri.: Francesca McLoughlin Wed. & Fri.: Sarah Hansen For all things give thanks to God St. Macartan s Primary School: Marie Slattery (Principal) Tel: Padua College: Principal Christopher Houlihan Tel: Maintenance Co-Ordinator: Max Fletcher Mob: Terry Walker Mob: Parish Pastoral Council: Brian Scantlebury Tel: brian@scantlebury.com.au High Spirits Co-Ordinator: Judy Hogan highspirits2011@gmail.com Little Macs Playgroup: Kylie Willmot Tel: littlemacsplaygroup@hotmail.com Macartan Club: Margaret Wilson Tel: Music Co-Ordinator: Veronica Ryan: / October Caretaker: Parish Care Contacts Leonie Purcell Tel: Mass Times Saturday: Vigil 6.00pm Sunday: 9.00am & 11.00am Weekdays: Monday - Saturday 9:15am Reconciliation: After Mass on Wednesdays and Saturdays Baptisms: After 11.00am Mass on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Next Baptismal Meeting: Wednesday 13th 8.00pm in the Community Centre Weddings: Please contact the Parish Office

2 Recently Deceased: Tyler Shaw (20yrs), For those whose anniversaries occur about this time: Gavan Fitzpatrick, Peter Roe, John Vella, Terry O'Connell, Philomena Alderton, Noel F Allen, Julienne Clark, Yvonne Shore, Owen Kilbane, Wanda Narkiewicz, Fr Leo Pascoe, Margaret Chaffey, Anne McManus, Paula de Fernandez, Brian Stanton, Bernard Zeinert, Brian Quinn, David Mitchell, Barbara Meade, Bishop Max Thomas, Joan Wall, Melvin King, Christopher Ahern, Tony Ahern, Pray for the sick and their Carers, especially: Fr. Lou Heriot, Bella Smith, Noah Guest, Richard Fleming, Michael Prowse, Martin & Leo Sharman, Joan Coomber, Joe Camilleri, Mary McLoughlin, Alysha Coleman (19yrs), Carmel Carroll, Michael McGrath, Virginia Thomas, Ted Burke, Lucy Moores, Mario Spirteri, Raphael Balint-Smith, Maria Bruin, Kevin & Trish Ellerton, Katherine Heffernan, Charles Xeuber, Michael Jackman, Marita Peach, Simon Lane, Rev Brian Montgomery SM, Olivia Grover, Dianne Boegel, Mary Cowan, Josephine Slako, Mark Wyllie, Ingrid Messner, Hayley Moon, Bib Mott, Barbara Tupou NSW, Bertu Zammit, Janet Curran, Alison Stewart, Douglas Herrington, Dave Mortby, Maureen Fisher (USA), Val Turner (UK), Charlotte Winduss, Peter McCrohan, Eric Goetz, Sheila Walkington, Lucia El Kaloubri, Veronica Spedding, Hugo Duarte, Roy Cahill, Dorothea Chandler, Patrick Dowd, Elizabeth Andrew and baby (ACT), Charlotte Beck, Janet Eames Sun 13th Oct Mon 14th Oct Tues 15th Oct Wed 16th Oct PARISH EVENTS Respect Life Sunday RCIA: 7:30pm in the Community Centre Minister Unto God Prayer Group: 10am Community Centre High Spirits 4pm 5pm Community Centre St Vinnies Conf: 4pm at Open Door, 13 Grange Rd, M ton Little Macs Playgroup 9:30 Community Centre Legion of Mary: 10am Community Centre Social Justice Group: 10am Community Centre Thurs 17th Oct Craft Club: 9:30am 12:30pm Community Centre Men s Social Evening: 5pm 6:30pm Community Centre Fri 18th Oct Benediction following 9:15am Mass Macartan Club Executive Meeting: 9:30am Comm Centre First Reading 2 Kgs 5:14-17 A reading from the second book of the Kings Naaman the leper went down and immersed himself seven times in the Jordan, as Elisha had told him to do. And his flesh became clean once more like the flesh of a little child. Returning to Elisha with his whole escort, he went in and stood before him. Now I know he said, that there is no God in all the earth except in Israel. Now, please, accept a present from your servant. But Elisha replied, As the Lord lives, whom I serve, I will accept nothing. Naaman pressed him to accept, but he refused. Then Naaman said, Since your answer is No, allow your servant to be given as much earth as two mules may carry, because your servant will no longer offer holocaust or sacrifice to any god except the Lord. The Word of the Lord

3 Responsorial Psalm Ps 97:1-4. R. see v.2 (R.) The Lord has revealed to the nations his saving power. 1. Sing a new song to the Lord for he has worked wonders. His right hand and his holy arm have brought salvation. (R.) 2. The Lord has made known his salvation; has shown his justice to the nations. He has remembered his truth and love for the house of Israel. (R.) 3. All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. Shout to the Lord all the earth, ring out your joy. (R.) Second Reading 2 Tm 2:8-13 A reading from the second letter of St Paul to Timothy Remember the Good News that I carry. Jesus Christ risen from the dead, sprung from the race of David ; it is on account of this that I have my own hardships to bear, even to being chained like a criminal but they cannot chain up God s news. So I bear it all for the sake of those who are chosen, so that in the end they may have the salvation that is in Christ Jesus and the eternal glory that comes with it. Here is a saying that you can rely on: If we have died with him, then we shall live with him. If we hold firm, then we shall reign with him. If we disown him, then he will disown us. We may be unfaithful, but he is always faithful, for he cannot disown his own self. The Word of the Lord Gospel Acclamation Alleluia, alleluia! For all things give thanks to God, because this is what he expects of you in Christ Jesus. Alleluia! Gospel Lk 17:11-19 A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke On the way to Jerusalem Jesus travelled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. As he entered one of the villages, ten lepers came to meet him. They stood some way off and called to him, Jesus! Master! Take pity on us. When he saw them he said, Go and show yourselves to the priests. Now as they were going away they were cleansed. Finding himself cured, one of them turned back praising God at the top of his voice and threw himself at the feet of Jesus and thanked him. The man was a Samaritan. This made Jesus say, Were not all ten made clean? The other nine, where are they? It seems that no one has come back to give praise to God, except this foreigner. And he said to the man, Stand up and go on your way. Your faith has saved you. The Gospel of the Lord Communion Antiphon The rich suffer want and go hungry, but those who seek the Lord lack no blessing.

4 OCTOBER MONTH OF THE HOLY ROSARY WEEKLY BENEDICTION & OUR LADY NOVENA Benediction: EVERY Friday after 9:15am Mass Our Lady s Novena: EVERY Saturday included in 9:15am Mass THE FAMILY THAT PRAYS TOGETHER, STAYS TOGETHER. HOPE - AVHWA (Australian Vietnamese Health & Welfare Association) 2013 Trip will be November 2013 (4th - 9th) As a Public Benevolent Institution, HOPE is asking for donations to help the less fortunate people in Vietnam. A cataract: AU$50.00 (approx.) A wheelchair: AU$60.00 (approx.) (Donation Box is in the foyer) HOPE will have its Fundraising at all Masses at St Macartan s Parish this weekend 12th - 13th October RESPECT LIFE 2013 Sunday 13th October Overcoming Despair with Hope Through Respect Life Sunday this weekend, the Church aims to equip Catholics to better love those around us by providing vital information about the dangers of the new abortion drug, RU486. Pope Francis provided a beautiful example of how to reach out to women facing an unplanned pregnancy recently, when he took the time to listen to the story of a 35 year old Roman woman, then telephoned her to offer a listening ear, hope, encouragement and practical support for when her baby was born. Read more when you pick up your copy of the green Respect Life brochure available in both foyers. Special Intentions Bethel Fellowship

5 DINNER WITH PARISHIONERS I will be available for dinner with Parishioners on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings in order to get to know you a little more. I can come about 6.30pm and would leave at about 8:30pm. Please give the Parish Secretaries a call on to arrange a suitable date. I look forward to spending some time with you. Fr Joe A REMINDER OF OUR THANKSGIVING PROGRAM Has none but this foreigner returned to give thanks to God? Luke 17:18 Jesus seems so sad and disappointed in the nine lepers who did not return to thank Him. Do we regularly return to thank God? Or do we run off to our busy lives, taking for granted all the wonderful blessings that God gives to us every day? SACRIFICIAL GIVING Weekly Pledge: $6,084 Average per week January-July 2013 or 82% of the pledge: $5,008 Average per week January-July 2013 or 82% of the pledge: $5,008 SCHOOL PARENTS GIVING Total collected in 7 months to 31/7/13: $28,166 LATE THANKSGIVING ENVELOPES!! PLEASE NOTE, THERE IS A SEIf you would like to join our CURE BOX LOCATED ON THE WALL Thanksgiving program, BEHIND THE ALTAR (NEXT TO THE please contact the Parish Office. SINK) FOR DROPPING OFF LATE THANKSGIVING ENVELOPES. NEXT WEEKEND S LEAVING COLLECTION.. will be for World Mission Day; I Will Build My Church Matthew 16:18 PARISH ACTIVITIES MINISTER UNTO GOD PRAYER GROUP meets in the Community Centre every Tuesday 10am 12:30pm. We always end with a cuppa. It s not just for ladies, we already have a couple of men join us. So whether you can come one Tuesday or all Tuesdays; anyone is welcome at any time. Pink boxes in church foyers for prayer requests. High Spirits News 2013 The High Spirits program at St Macartan s caters for any Catholic children who are attending non-catholic schools and would like to prepare for their Sacraments. If you have any questions, please highspirits2011@gmail.com

6 MACARTAN CLUB. The Film Group will meet in the Lounge/Theatre at Morven Manor, Tanti Avenue, on Thursday 17th October at 1.30pm for the screening of 'The Count of Monte Christo. This film is a 1975 adaptation of the classic Alexandre Dumas novel starring Richard Chamberlain. Non-members are very welcome. Afternoon tea concludes this popular social event. NEW PARISHIONERS St Mac s is very keen to welcome new parishioners. We are a vibrant Parish with wonderful groups and plenty to offer. Please fill in a slip (available foyers) and place in the box provided we will be in touch shortly thereafter. Thank you. Parish Welcome Team. Dennis Rosbrook, Co-ordinator; or Parish Office. CRAFT GROUP The Craft Group will meet this Thursday 17th October in the Community Centre from 9:30am to 12:30pm. We have lots of great projects for you or bring your own. Come and join us for a great morning. ALL WELCOME!! Any enquiries, please call Judy on We look forward to seeing you!! MACARTAN CLUB Executive Meeting at Community House at 9.45am on Friday 18 th October All members are reminded that gifts for the Christmas Hamper Raffle should be brought to the General Meeting on the following Friday 25 th October. St Mac's Social Justice Meetings Meetings held on 1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 10am in the Community Centre. For more information, please call: PIETY STALL * * VOLUNEERS NEEDED * * ARE YOU ABLE TO HELP? VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED AS PART OF A ROSTER TO HELP OUT IN THE PIETY STALL ONCE A MONTH. NO EXPERIENCE NECES- SARY! ON THE JOB TRAINING. EXCELLENT WORKING CONDI- TIONS AND PROMOTION OPPOR- TUNITIES!!!! PLEASE CALL THE PARISH OFFICE ON PIETY STALL New Stock has just arrived from Italy which includes Murano glass and silver Last Supper and Icons, as well as a selection of Plaques that will make beautiful Baptismal gifts. Come in and check out these new additions, they won't last long. Also, daily Missals are now in stock.

7 Second Church The Buildings Committee has been given authority by the Archdiocese to seek written expressions of interest from a short-list of Architects to design a Second Church, with interviews to follow in late November. Parishioners are invited to nominate ideas that they have seen work well in other churches (and pitfalls too!) by contacting John Wright directly or at jgw@watsons.net.au so that we can brief selected Architects with the aspirations of the Parish. News on planning, heritage and timing issues at both Bungower Road property and Drake Street site will follow. The Buildings Committee will proceed beyond recommending an Architect for appointment, considering design concepts and making a Planning Application at Council only with further guidance from the Archbishop s Office. ST MACARTAN S OAKS DAY LUNCH... Thursday 7th 12noon Barmah Park Winery, Moorooduc Rd, Moorooduc COST: A two course lunch plus an arrival glass of bubbly - $35.00 BOOKING: Single, 2s, 3s up to a table of 10! All parish ladies and friends are most welcome. Sincere thanks to those who have already booked. Tickets on sale after Masses on... 12/13 October, 19/20 October, 26/27 October For further information, please contact; Denise or Tricia Looking forward to your company The Social Group

8 MONTHLY SOCIAL NIGHT FOR THE MEN OF ST MACARTAN S.. The next gathering for the above will be held this Thursday 17th October in the Community Centre from 5pm 6:30pm. All men are invited and are most welcome. Prizes to be won!! This is a great opportunity to get to know more men in the parish. BYO stubbies or wine. Donation: $2.00 to defray costs. If anyone needs a lift, please contact one of the following: Michael: ; Kevin ; Kerry LITTLE MACS PLAYGROUP Wednesdays 9:30am - 11:30am In the Community Centre For children aged 0 5 with a parent or carer.. Games, activites, painting, playdough, snack time, indoor and outdoor play, singing and much more.. For more information, please contact Kylie on or littlemacsplaygroup@hotmail.com or just come along!!!!! Some dates to remember for Term 4: Wednesday 23 rd October: Teddy Bears Picnic at Mornington Park (Community Centre if raining) Wednesday 27th November: Gardening / Working Bee Day Wednesday 18 th December: Christmas Break up Party and Santa Visit Last day for 2013 Unfortunately I will not be able to run playgroup next year. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported Little Mac s Playgroup in the Last 2 years I have been here. I have enjoyed every moment and met so many beautiful families along the way. I am currently looking for someone who would be willing to take over the running of it. I have had one person express an interest in helping out but it really does need someone dedicated to commit every week to ensure the smooth running of it. It really is an easy role and a great way to meet other Mums and families in the St Macartan s Community. I am happy to help out with the transition period. If you are interested, can you please contact me on ASAP. If you are interested in doing a Baby/Child First Aid Course in the near future, please let me know. I need at least 10 interested people and the cost would be $45 pp for a 2 hour course. (Normally $50). Little Mac s would also receive 10% of this back. Looking forward to seeing many of you for the last term of Kindest Regards Kylie Willmot

9 THE OPEN DOOR 13 Grange Rd, Mornington Exploring Spirituality Today The Open Door is a ministry of the Sisters of St John of God. We seek to develop a sense of community; we offer everyone a safe place to explore their own creativity and spiritual journey. The Centre is family friendly, offering affordable programs and workshops for adults and children in a range of creative and spiritual themes; meditation, cooking workshops, guided walks and retreats. Give us a call, drop us an or pop in to find out more about what is happening at The Open Door and join us for one of our amazing workshops. theopendoormornington@ssjg.org.au GUIDED IMAGERY MEDITATION: Every Tuesday & Wednesday, 2:30 3:00pm. Gold Coin donation. The Open Door: Reflective workshop on our lives and WHAT ON EARTH we are doing here. 10am-12pm. Gold coin donation. BOOK CLUB: Monthly - first Thursday of the month, am, Gold coin donation. TAI CHI: Easy half hour session each Tuesday at 1.45pm. Gold Coin donation. A SPRING DAY RETREAT A day of meditation that embraces stillness and silence while practicing movement, music, poetry and creativity Sunday 20th October, 9:30am 3:00pm at The Open Door, 13 Grange Rd, Mornington. Suggested donation: $10 includes light lunch. Payment on booking. Spaces limited booking essential. For Bookings on any of the above, please call Lucy or Kelly on If you are interested in booking the house for a retreat or gathering please call Kelly or Lucy on CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE OPEN DAY WEDNESDAY 6TH NOVEMBER 278 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne, Study options, building tour, refreshments.. Two programs (Bookings essential) 4:00pm 6:00pm or 6:00pm 8:00pm RSVP to Jenny Delahunt by Friday 31st October Tel: jenny.delahunt@ctc.edu.au CARITAS AUSTRALIA Spring Appeal HELP PLANT THE SEED FOR SELF-SUFFICIENT COMMUNITIES In June this year when talking about world hunger, Pope Francis said that it is truly scandalous that so many millions of people are still starving A way has to be found to enable everyone to benefit from the fruits of the earth...to satisfy the demands of justice, fairness and respect for every human being. CARITAS is currently working with children, women and men most vulnerable to poverty and injustice in countries like Bolivia, Uganda, Peru, East Timor, Malawi, Cambodia, China, the Philippines, Vietnam and India. We deliver immediate food aid where it is needed. That s essential, of course. But more than that, we want people to have enough food permanently. We work with communities to develop skills in: Farming and livestock raising. Crop management and food production. Organic Fertiliser Irrigation techniques and simples methods of collecting rain water. Seed selection for different soil types. If you would like to donate, please call with your credit card details, or go to Thank you!

10 MUSICAL CONCERT - SUNDAY 10TH NOVEMBER at 2pm St Francis Xavier Parish Hall, 60 Davey St, Frankston. Featuring Frankston Ladies Choir with individual solo artists. TICKETS: $25.00pp (refreshments included). For tickets and more information, please call Elvira on A/H. This concert is to raise money for St Vincent de Paul, please support this worthy cause. Please support this Musical Concert organised by Elvira Spaziani. It promises to be a wonderful afternoon of musical delight. All profits go to St Vincent de Paul to enable us to help those less fortunate in our community. Thank you. Peter Gurry. Next week is Anti-Poverty Week, a time when Australians are asked to learn more about poverty and its causes, and to renew efforts to reduce poverty and its impact on vulnerable members of our community. Catholic Social Services Victoria is involved in organising two events: Tuesday 15th October: Anti-Poverty Week Ecumenical Liturgy at St Paul s Cathedral, Flinders St at 1:15pm. Fr Joe Caddy will preach at the Liturgy. Thursday 17th October: Anti-Poverty Week Australia s Human Rights Future Conference at Fitzroy Town Hall, 201 Napier St, Fitzroy, from 8:30am to 4:30pm. To book, please call Rita Alcock on BETWEEN THE DEVIL AND THE DEEP BLUE SEA. Around the world, more than a billion people are desperately poor. What does it take to turn someone into a boat person? If you missed the recent screenings of this fascinating film at St Macartan s Church, it is again being shown on Thursday 17th October 2013, 6:30pm 8:30pm at Council Chambers, Mornington Peninsula Shire, 2 Queen St, Mornington. Bookings essential, please call or spcd.admin@mornpen.vic.gov.au Entry via gold coin donation. All proceeds will go to support Padua College Timor Leste Program. Veneration of Martyrs Relics Saturday 26th October 2013 Catholic Parish of St Peter, 258 Clayton Road, Clayton am: Votive Mass of Martyrs. Throughout the day there will be opportunity for community prayers, silent prayer and veneration. 6pm: Vigil Mass. For Enquiries, please contact Sr Margaret Mary on This event has the support of Archbishop Denis Hart. Please see flyers in both foyers.

11 Buildings Committee The Buildings Committee was formed by Fr. Kevin Mogg in 2009, following the decision of the Parish Pastoral Council in 2008 to build a second church on the site at Bungower Road (next to Parish s Primary School). Since that time, the Committee have researched other recently built churches, spoken with liturgical designers and architects, but were delayed by the retirement of Fr. Kevin. Given Fr. Joe s recent decision to go ahead with the second church, the Buildings Committee are now hard at work seeking development ideas for the land around the church at Drake Street and architects for the second church. Parish Development Group (PDG) was formed on July 2013 to look at future development issues. This group comprises members from the Parish Pastoral Council, the Financial Resources Committee and the Building Committee. The PDG will be making the big decisions concerning the planning and construction of the second church at Bungower Road, and the development of the land at Drake Street and there will remain a church on this site in Drake Street. There are a number of options we have with respect to obtaining funding for the second church and the renovation of the current church. The PDG will be looking at all these issues. Church Cleaning & Flower Group: A rotating roster of volunteers for Church cleaning and flower arranging is pulished in the Weekly Bulletin. Volunteer always needed. Please contact the Parish Office. ACTIVE PARISH GROUPS Administration - Pastoral - Parish Office & Secretaries - Pastoral Associate - Parish Pastoral Council - Finance Committee - Buildings Committee - Parish Development Group - Church Cleaning & Flower Group - Collectors & Counters - Maintenance Liturgy - Liturgy Committee - Sacristans & Mass Co-ordinators - Children s Liturgy - Choir & Music - Readers & Commentators - Special Ministers at Mass - Special Ministers for the Sicks - Altar Servers - AV Operator & Presenters - RCIA (October - May) - Baptism Preparation Team - High Spirits - Prayer Group - Legion of Mary - Little Mac s Toddler Group - Care Group - St Mac s Welcome Team - Grief & Loss Team - Memorial Wall - Faith Discussion Group Social & Charity - St Vinnies - Social Justice Group - Social Committee - Family Groups - Pilates Group - Macartan Club - Card Groups - Craft Club - Men s Social Group - Piety Stall Volunteers - Tea Trolley Volunteers

12 Spec. Ministers 12th-13th Oct 19th 20th Oct 6pm I Cody, Sr M Ryan, Sr L Young J&L Burke, F Raccanello 9am M Azzopardi, D Frank, J & M Lewis, L Solis F Crea, P Girolami, B O Reilly, M Ronchi, T Thomas 11am S Goddard, A & P Hancock, B Sexton G&M Lane, J&L Seal, E Virgona P Stanley Readers 12th-13th Oct 19th 20th Oct 6pm G O Loghlin, B Scantlebury J Raccanello, M Negri 9am C Houlihan, B Southam Sr M McHugh, D Ziino 11am B McLean, T Roberts C Holmes, S Moon Music 12th-13th Oct 19th 20th Oct 6pm Veronica & Rae Adriana & Choir 9am Adriana & Choir Veronica & Justin 11am Chris, Sue, Janet & Co Billie & Choir AV Ops 12th-13th Oct 19th 20th Oct 6pm J/B/O Barrett T Mathews, M Said 9am M&T Said T Ryan 11am G Michel G Michel P point Prs 12th-13th Oct 19th 20th Oct 6pm Vron Terry 9am Terry Vron 11am Wendy Terry Altar Servers 12th-13th Oct 19th 20th Oct 6pm B Dakin, A & K Omann P Parsons, E&A Hinson 9am D & C Burnham, L & F Franey, J Saunders C Sayah, I Sean, C&J Sengstock, L Pingiaro 11am B McLean, T Hannan, H White L Wells, D Leong, L McLean Count. Team 14th Oct 21st Oct J McLean, P & K Stokes, K Winkels B Shannon, D Frank, N Houniet, J Wallace Cleaning 10th Oct 17th Oct T Disney, I Hackett, M Booth D&C Neilson, B&F Gaffney Flowers 3rd 10th Oct 17th 24th Oct B Brady, C Tirtowiroto ROSTERS J Raccanello Piety Stall 12th-13th Oct 19th 20th Oct Sat: P Sheehan Sun: D & S Meier (9am) A Wilson, S Goddard (11am) Sat: N Noonan Sun: T Thomas, K Feehan (9am) M&G Lane (11am) C Liturgy 13th Oct 20th Oct Junior Macs: K Burnham, T Watkins Big Macs: V Tedesco 11am : K McKeown, C Rossouw Junior Macs: K Sengstock, A Hancock Big Macs: S Hansen 11am: B McLean, S Nugent Tea Trolley 13th Oct 20th Oct B O Reilly, R & M Muzyk C Donovan, B Scantlebury, R&C Scantlebury