From Fr. Bernie:

Jubilee Mass. I am grateful to the Archdiocese of Brisbane for the Mass celebrated in the Cathedral of St. Stephen last Wednesday. Mass was followed by lunch during which the various groups of Jubilarian Priests (60, 50, 40 & 25 yrs.) were fed and ‘watered’, toasted and given gifts. If you get the chance look up the archdiocesan website https://brisbanecatholic.org.au/ and search for Archbishop Mark’s homily it will be well worth the read. (It may not have been posted yet). My thanks to those Banyo Nundah parishioners who were able to make it to the cathedral – I am very blessed to have such generous support from parishioners, present and past, and family. The party month is almost over with just a couple of celebrations to endure (sorry enjoy!). It has been an eye-opener for me. I don’t think very often about what people think of me or how people see me. I’m happy doing what I do and trusting that it is what God wants. Your kindness is perhaps God’s way of pointing out that I am. So thank you and keep me in your prayers.

The Word of God (Gospel) for Today: Discipleship: sitting at his feet The Lectionary omits the first half of verse 38: 'As they continued on the journey ...' On Sunday 13 we discussed the journey as a metaphor for discipleship, i.e, following Jesus, even to Jerusalem. This Sunday's episode in the gospel highlights another aspect of discipleship. Mary 'sat down at the Lord's feet and listened to him speaking' (v. 39). The Greek here is more specific: Mary 'listened to his word'. Luke has earlier implied that the word of Jesus is comparable to the word of God (4:36; 7:7; 8:11-15). Mary, then, is listening to 'his word'. Moreover, Mary's posture indicates what is happening in this scene. 'To sit at the feet' is the posture of a disciple. In Acts 22:3, Paul explains his rigorous Jewish background: 'At the feet of Gamaliel I was educated strictly in our ancestral law'. Any action at the feet of another recognises the authority of that person (see Luke 7:38; 8:35, 41; 17:16; Acts 4:35, 37; 5:2; 22:3). Disciples are those who are silent and listen to a Master; the Master instructs, the disciple learns. In a patriarchal society it is very unusual for a woman to be in the place of a disciple. Yet Mary has presumed to take this traditionally male place and Jesus, in violation of expected custom, not only accepts her but declares that she has chosen the better part. In this Mary models for disciples the essential attitude of attentiveness: 'blessed are those who hear the word of God and keep it' (Luke 11:28). Not only do those who are instructed by his word become disciples, they are his family: 'My mother and my brothers are those who hear the word of God and act on it' (Luke 8:21). Martha acknowledges Jesus as the Master by addressing him as 'Lord' (v. 40). But then she presumes to give him

instructions, 'Tell her to help me' (v. 40)! In her eagerness to serve at table she has neglected his word - something the apostles will explicitly refuse to do (see Acts 6:2-4). To follow Jesus, disciples must listen 'at his feet'. (Taken from Liturgia) A Parish Pastoral Council meeting is usually held once a month. The next meeting will occur this week on Thursday evening after Mass at Banyo. Pastoral councillors are elected every couple of years; they are not ‘Father’s Helpers’; they give direction and leadership so that the parish will be faithful to the Church’s mission and vision to be Good News especially to those most in need. Events such as the Plenary Council 2020 and the Archdiocesan Assembly to be held 4/5 October this year are opportunities for Catholics to listen to what God is asking of us and to put into practice. The Pastoral Council pays particular attention to these events as well as local initiatives, all for the good of the parish, the wider church and community. Please offer your prayerful support to your pastoral councillors: Co-chairs, Cath van Dongen and June Pantaleon, Celso Gorospe, Michael McMorrow, Elizabeth Fraser, Diane Nalatu, Carmel Bullimore, Christine Fernandez, Andrew Woods, Angela Loruma, Kathy Ham and Kathy Grupe. Catholic Mission. This Sunday we welcome David McGovern (6pm and 5pm Masses) and Jane Doogan (7.30 and 9.30am Masses) as speakers from Catholic Mission. David and Jane will encourage us to be generous towards the work of Catholic Mission. If you have not come prepared to give this week please take home a giving envelope and make your offering at Mass next Sunday. Plenary Council 2020. Following on from last week’s report this is a ‘snapshot’ report of the second of the six National Themes for Discernment which are printed on the back page of this newsletter: God is calling the Church in Australia to be INCLUSIVE, PARTICIPATORY AND SYNODAL. This National Theme for Discernment is inspired by the voices of the People of God who expressed a desire for individuals and groups within and also beyond the Church to find a better welcome and be incorporated more into her life and mission. There was a call to renew forms of governance and leadership in the Church, to find ways formally and informally of being co-responsible for ministry and mission, seeking structures and processes of collaboration, shared decision-making and financial co-responsibility in order to enable this greater involvement of lay people particularly of women, young people, people of diverse cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities. There was an expressed need for stronger connections across the many parts of the Church, and with other Christian traditions. Every Ordinary Time Blessing.

Fr. Bernie.

Our Mission is to be a united, sharing and inclusive Catholic Parish.

Our aim is to be open, welcoming and responsive

to the diverse needs within our parish and the community.

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C 21 July 2019

BanyoBanyo--Nundah Catholic ParishNundah Catholic Parish

Banyo, Nudgee, Nudgee Beach, Nundah, Virginia and sections of Clayfield, Northgate and Wavell Heights

“… may they all be one”

BANYO NIGHT ADORATION: Midnight to 7am Adoration

will resume at Banyo when these vacancies are filled: Fridays - 12am, 1am, 2am & 3am

Saturdays - 3am, 4am, 6am

Please Pray for Those who are sick:

Peter Ham, Danny Peart, Justin Carr, Mary Sebastian, Harry White, Dale Brown, Zsu Pullar, Sandra Jones, Scott Jablonski,

Pooneh Hosseininasab, Bill Sayers, Annalise Smiley, Patricia Moore

Lord, show them your loving care

Recently Deceased Patricia Moore

Sr Joan Burke rsj Maisie D’Cruz—Funeral at Holy Trinity Banyo on

Tuesday 23 July at 1.30pm

Fatithfully Departed

Antonio Bruzzfese Anna & Kini Nalatu

Anniversaries

Archbishop Francis Rush “may they rest in peace”

Baptised this Weekend Jude Jeremiah Tuala James Arthur Finn

April Heather Finn Eloise Grace Kelly

Our prayerful good wishes to the families

The Holy Father’s Intentions for July Universal: That those who administer justice may work with

integrity, and that the injustice which prevails in

the world may not have the last word.

The month of July is dedicated to the Precious Blood of Our Lord.

Stewardship “…I am a minister in accordance with God’s stewardship given to me to bring to completion for you the word of God.” COLOSSIANS 1:25 We are all called to evangelize – to continuously grow in our

relationship with Jesus and to share it with others. We may not be called to evangelize like St. Paul, but we should look

for opportunities to share our faith with those closest to us, like our family, friends and neighbors. Pray for the courage

to share your faith the next time the opportunity arises.

A Vocation View

A VOCATION VIEW: How enjoyable to sit and talk

with a friend. How vocational to sit and talk with your friend Jesus. Take time just to BE WITH

Jesus. For the just will live in His presence.

Recitation of the Rosary Prayed before the Sunday 7.30am Mass

Holy Trinity Church, Banyo and before Saturday 6pm and Sunday 9.30am

Mass Corpus Christi Church, Nundah Everyone welcome to join in.

LITURGY TIMES

SUNDAY MASS Holy Trinity, Banyo 7.30am 5pm

Corpus Christi, Nundah 6pm Saturday evening 9.30am

WEEKDAY MASS Monday 22 July St Mary Magdalene 7am Mass at Corpus Christi, Nundah

Wednesday 24 July 9am Mass at Holy Trinity, Banyo

Thursday 25 July St James, Apostle 6.30pm Mass at Holy Trinity, Banyo

Friday 26 July Sts Joachim and Anne, parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary 9am Mass at Corpus Christi, Nundah

SACRAMENTS

SACRAMENT OF MERCY (PENANCE) Holy Trinity, Banyo Wednesday 8.15am–8.45am

Corpus Christi, Nundah Saturday 5pm-5.45pm Holy Trinity, Banyo Sunday 4pm–4.45pm

BAPTISM Corpus Christi 9.30am 2nd & 3rd Saturday of the month Please contact the Parish Office during office hours. At least THREE months notice is required.

FIRST PENANCE, CONFIRMATION, FIRST COMMUNION Annually. Please contact the Parish Office

MARRIAGE Please contact the Parish Office.

SICK CALLS, COMMUNION TO THE SICK Please contact the Parish Office.

This week the following

hours need adorers

Nundah Mon 22 July: 1pm, 2pm

Wed 24 July: 2am, 3am, 5am, 8am, 9am

Sun 28 July: 2pm, 10pm

Banyo

Thu 25 July: 3pm Fri 26 July: 8am, 5pm

Sat 27 July: 12 noon, 1pm

PERMANENT VACANCIES

Nundah Sundays 2pm, 10pm

Mondays 1pm

Wednesdays 2am, 3am, 5am

Banyo Thursdays 3pm

Fridays 8am, 5pm Saturdays 12noon, 1pm

Please contact the

coordinator if you can

assist.

Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Corpus Christi: Sunday 11am—Thursday 7am (24 hrs)

Holy Trinity: Thursday to Sunday 7am—Midnight (17 hrs)

Roster Coordinator: Rob 0401 685 447

QUEENSLAND CHURCHES TOGETHER One God, Many Voices, Abrahamic Faiths Concert. Annual

Evening of Jewish, Christian & Muslim Sacred Voices and Music at Griffith University, Nathan Campus (Building N35)

on Thursday 29th August at 7pm for 7.30pm. Entry is free

but need to RSVP to 3735 7052 or email icd@griffith.edu.au by 20th August. Entertainments is followed by Kosher-Halal

Supper.

MAGI HOLIDAYS HIGHLIGHTS OF HOLY LAND Trace the journey of Jesus from the land of his birth to the way

he carried his cross and gave the eternal sacrifice in this 11-

day Holy Land pilgrimage to Jordan & Israel. This pilgrimage features places from the Old & New Testament and includes

Petra, Bethlehem, Jericho, Sea of Galilee and Jerusalem for an all-inclusive land package price of $3890 + Tips. The fare

includes Return Economy Airfares + Local Transfers in Deluxe coaches + Stay in Premium Hotels + All Breakfasts & Dinner +

Catholic Priest + English speaking professional guides. For inquiries & bookings call 03 8839 6615 or 1300 721 561 or

email us info@magiholidays.com.au. Call Now for AUD 200 discount. 2020 bookings open!! Departures available: 24 Feb, 22 Mar, 27 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 30 May, 16 Aug, 11 Oct, and 8 Nov

DISCOVERING GLOBAL MISSION How can our skills create better opportunities for

disadvantaged people? Communities in Timor Leste, PNG, Samoa, Kiribati and Kenya seek volunteers to build local

capacity. These assignments are not quick fixes. Find out how teacher Guida Cabrita assisted both educators and

students in Timor Leste, and how sharing your skills can

immerse you in a world of deep cultural discovery. Qualified medics, teachers, tradies, business and admins are always

required. Discover Palms Australia: Sunday August 11th @ 1pm Brisbane Square Library Community Meeting Room,

266 George St BRISBANE www.palms.org.au.

PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING Thursday 25th July at 7.00pm at Holy Trinity, Banyo

THE VOICE – YOUTH CAR WASH Come and support the Youth as they raise funds by washing cars on Saturday 27th July from 8am – 12pm in the grounds of

Corpus Christi, Nundah. Enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee while you wait. Cost is $10.

BANYO CUPPA There will be morning tea after 7.30am Mass on on Sunday 28th July. All are welcome.

SACRAMENTAL JOURNEY NEWS Enrolments for the Sacraments of Penance and First Holy Communion close this week

with the first workshop on Saturday 27 July, in

Nolan Hall, at your chosen group time. The enrolment Masses will also be held the same

weekend 27/28 July at any of the parish Mass times.

If you have any questions or need to enrol your child, please email me. sc.nundah@bne.catholic.net.au

God Bless, Angela Greathead, Banyo Nundah Sacramental

Coordinator

RETREAT DAY SATURDAY 3rd AUGUST (sponsored by the Knights of the Southern Cross, Branch 9)

Our annual retreat day is to be held on Saturday 3rd August

in Nolan Hall. Fr John Chalmers will conduct the retreat on the theme, ‘Virtues”, exploring their contemporary

relevance. The day begins with morning tea (supplied) at

10am. The first session is from 10.30am until 11.30am followed by Mass at noon. Lunch follows with the second

session from 1.30pm until 2.30pm. After summing up and questions the day concludes before 3pm. BYO lunch. Tea

and coffee will be available. For more information and booking, contact: John James 0422 916 524, John Carr

3266 1119 or Tom Cusack 0419 643 987

Safeguarding Update

Recently the archdiocesan office forwarded the parish a list of Banyo Nundah parish volunteers who have completed the

safeguarding training either in the face to face format in 2018 or online in 2019.

This list indicates that there are a number of parish volunteers who have yet to complete this training. It is

Archdiocesan policy that ALL volunteers must undertake training every two years with regards to Safeguarding

Children and Young Adults.

To complete the training via the online format will take

approximately 25 minutes. At the completion of the training volunteers are required to fill in a confirmation form, print

the form and return the form to the Parish office for verification. This training can be accessed at

https://www.safeguardingaob.com.au/safeguarding-training.html

If you require any further information please contact the parish Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults

representative (Catherine Byrnes 3267 5222) or the parish office. Thank you for your co-operation with regards this

very important issue.

Sister Stan Mumuni is at the forefront for the Church’s work in reaching out to

children in need in Ghana. As the director

of Nazareth Home for God’s Children, Sister Stan works endlessly to provide education,

healthcare and a safe home for children rescued from life-threatening situations.

In line with traditional beliefs, in parts of

Ghana, children born with a disability, or whose mother passes during childbirth, are considered to be ‘spirit children’

and thus at risk of being harmed or killed. The Church in

Ghana is dedicated to protecting these children and educating families to ensure every child has a chance to live

a full life. The Nazareth Home for God’s Children is among the pioneers in this crucial mission.

Today you have the opportunity to personally partner with

the Church in Ghana and offer monthly support to this essential work. All gifts will be directed to life-saving

projects for children in need. Your one-off gift today is also

very much appreciated and will make a great difference to those in need.

Freecall: 1800 257 296 catholicmission.org.au/Ghana

PLENARY COUNCIL 2020: National Theme for

Discernment #5

This National Theme for Discernment is inspired by the voices of the People of God who expressed a yearning for

the Church to be a sign of God’s kingdom for all people in

Australia — to be able to see the Catholic Church in action, and to recognise Jesus. Find out more at

www.plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au

© English translation of the Psalm Responses are taken from the Lectionary for Mass 1981, International Commission on English (ICEL). All rights reserved.

PARISH DIRECTORY Parish Website: www.banyonundahcatholic.org.au

Corpus Christi Church 65 Bage Street, Nundah Holy Trinity Church 352 St Vincent’s Road, Banyo

Parish Priest: Rev Fr Bernie Gallagher Ph: 3266 1444 bgallagher@bne.catholic.net.au BANYO NUNDAH PARISH

Parish Office: 20 Donkin Street, Nundah 4012 Ph: 3266 1444 Fax: 3266 4088 Monday - Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm nundah@bne.catholic.net.au Parish Secretary: Ms Madonna Riggall

Finance Officer (Wednesday): Mrs Kellie Darben

Sacramental Coordinator: Mrs Angela Greathead (Thursday) sc.nundah@bne.catholic.net.au

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Representative: Ms Catherine Byrnes Ph: 3267 5222 THE VOICE BNYG Youth Activities Coordinator: Joachim Thetadig joachim.thetadig@gmail.com thevoice@weebly.com St Pius’ Primary Apperley Street, Banyo Ph: 3267 7306 pbanyo@bne.catholic.edu.au St Joseph’s Primary 16 Leslie Street, Nundah Ph: 3266 2405 pnundah@bne.catholic.edu.au Mary MacKillop College 60 Bage Street, Nundah Ph: 3266 2100 mmc@bne.catholic.edu.au

PROPER OF THE MASS

Introductory Rites

Liturgy of the Word

Responsorial Psalm (R.) The just will live in the presence of the Lord.

Gospel Acclamation Alleluia, alleluia! Happy are they who have kept the word with a generous heart, and yield a harvest through perseverance. Alleluia!

Profession of Faith

Apostle’s Creed

Liturgy of the Eucharist

Eucharistic Prayer III

Memorial Acclamation I: We proclaim your death, O Lord

Communion Rite

Readings—Sunday 28 July 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Genesis 18:20-32 Colossians 2:12-14

Luke 11:1-13

How is God calling us to be a Christ-centred

Church that is A Joyful, Hope-Filled and Servant Community?

ARCHDIOCESAN PRIVACY POLICY:

The privacy of all individuals with whom Banyo-Nundah Parish interacts is very important to us and we are

committed to protecting all personal information we collect and hold. Our Privacy Policy is available at

www.bne.catholic.net.au or on request.