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Fif th Sunday of Easter - 29th Apri l 2018
PA R I S H N E W S L E T T E R N o o s a D i s t r i c t C a t h o l i c P a r i s h
is a Par ish of the Cathol ic Archdiocese o f Br isbane and incorporates the Communi t ies of :
Sacred Heart 63 Maple Street, Cooroy, St Patrick 1 Church Street, Pomona, St Thomas More Ben Lexcen Drive, Sunshine Beach,
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour 5 Moorindil Street, Tewantin
Parish Pastoral and Administrative Offices:
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8am - 12 noon & 1pm - 4pm Friday 8am - 12 noon
Address: 5 Moorindil Street, Tewantin Postal Address: PO Box 111, Tewantin 4565
Phone: 5447 1188 Fax: 5442 4517 Mass Times line: 5442 4518
PARISH EMERGENCY NUMBER: 0438 705 447 Parish Email: [email protected]
Archdiocesan website: www.brisbanecatholic.org.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/noosacatholic
BEARING FRUIT IN AND FOR THE KINGDOM
What does it mean to ‘bear fruit’ as Christians? What does
fruitfulness look and sound like for disciples of Jesus? This
weekend’s gospel is part of Jesus’ teaching on the true vine,
the vinedresser, the branches and the possibility and potential
of fruit. Anyone who makes a living on the land, farming any
kind of produce, knows how important fruitfulness is for
one’s livelihood and future prosperity. If a property and its
plantings are not fruitful, this ultimately means nothing to sell
and therefore no income to live off. However, this scenario
also means that those who are dependent on the produce to be
fed and nourished, but who don’t grow the food themselves,
go without and starve. Suffice to say fruitfulness is a big deal!
Well, if it’s a big deal physically, it’s also a big deal, perhaps
even bigger, to be spiritually fruitful. Remember the words of
Christ? “What profit is there for one to gain the whole world
and forfeit his life?” (Mark 8:36) To be fruitful solely for
one’s own advancement and comfort, to the detriment or
ignorance of others, is both selfish and sinful. So what do we
mean by saying that one must be spiritually fruitful in their
lives? Well firstly it’s important to remember what the
scriptures say about the Fruits of the Spirit. In his letter to
the Galatians St. Paul writes: “The fruit of the Spirit is love,
joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness,
gentleness, self-control” (Gal 5:22-23). These might seem like
simple things to be in the world, but their impact is far deeper
and transformative if lived fully. How many of us can
honestly say that we have achieved a life that embodies these
kinds of virtues authentically and consistently? I think we all
struggle with them at some point. That’s natural.
Yet these are the tip of the iceberg in terms of being spiritually
fruitful in one’s life. We need look no further than the
Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) in Article 7 detailing
the ‘Virtues’. Herein lies a further dimension of what it means
to be fruitful as a member of the vine, connected to Christ.
There are the Cardinal Virtues of Prudence, Justice,
Fortitude and Temperance, (CCC 1805-1809) which are to
play a pivotal role in a Christian’s life. Then there are the
Theological Virtues of Faith, Hope and Charity (or Love)
(CCC 1812-1829) which have multiple dimensions inherent in
each one. For example, in regards of faith, “The disciple of
Christ must not only keep the faith and live on it, but also
profess it, confidently bear witness to it, and spread it…
Service of and witness to the faith are necessary for
salvation” (CCC 1816). In this instance, the Catechism
reminds us that so often we can think we are living the
fullness of faith by simply believing. However belief is only
the first necessary part. Faith is so much more than an
intellectual assent to certain tenants of belief, or the
disposition of one’s heart, or even the expression of this faith
in worship and service. All of these elements are essential and
important, but faith must also transform the totality of one’s
life and move us out into sharing that faith with others in
service and witness. Not easy, but necessary. I encourage you
to read this section of the Catechism in what it encourages us
to do and be in the world as Disciples.
In order to be spiritually fruitful in these and many other ways
we must be connected to the vine. We cannot do anything
without Christ, who is our life. Hence being intimately
connected to him and receiving nourishment and life from him
is fundamental. This means that we are people of prayer, with
a personal relationship with the Lord. It means that we are
people who worship our God in community, especially in the
celebration of Mass, where we not only offer glory and
thanksgiving to God, but are also fed and nourished by his
Word and the Sacrament of his Body and Blood. It means we
should listen to the Lord’s voice in the Scriptures daily and
allow that word to speak truth, comfort, challenge and
guidance into our lives. It means that we serve, not just the
people with whom we feel comfortable, but in particular those
on the existential peripheries of our society.
It also means that if we are not bearing fruit, not bearing good
fruit, or not bearing much fruit, then we need to be pruned.
Such pruning can come in the form of a gentle word of
correction and encouragement by a family member or friend.
It can come in the form of God-inspired self-awareness where
we become mindful of an area where we can grow or of which
we need to repent. It can come about especially in the
experience of God’s guidance and mercy in the sacrament of
reconciliation. Whatever way we are pruned, each one of us
needs this opportunity to help us grow, regardless of our life
experience or maturity in the faith. The alternative is not so
promising. If we refuse to engage with the Lord, knowingly
reject the gifts of God, and turn in on ourselves in hardness of
heart, we might find that we cut ourselves off from the vine of
life, and, as Christ says: “Cut off from me you can do
nothing.” Such a branch withers and dies. So let us seek to
thrive and bear fruit. The Church needs people who are alive
as disciples: growing, learning and vibrant in faith.
Blessings, Fr. Jason Middleton
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK: Heavenly Father, we ask your blessing upon Ruth Berlin, Josephine
Cantwell, Louisa Bale, Brendan O’Toole, Trevor Ryan, Noel Ruff, Fay Minter, Gregory Minter,
Ron Karsseboom, Pat Whyte, Moira Cowie, Ruth Kelliher, Alan Taylor, Helen Conlin, Desley
Staatz, Reg McIlwain, Dean & Dianna Shurte, David Kelly, Michael Kelly, Denise Walters, Pat
Kennedy, Ivan & Maria Kolesaric, Jackson Burgess, Jasmine Lamb, Maureen Cocks, Anne-Marie
Jeffries, Isaac Schuurmans-Stekhoven, Michael & Elise Whiley, Rod Dreise, Brian & Joyce McIvor,
Jan Penny, Kay Middleton, Ken Kipping, Barbara Channon, Pat Hayes, Ken Smith, Chris Leach,
Jack Frey, Corey Henry, George Horrigan, Helen Thompson, David Barson, Christina Hendrikson,
Betty McKeown, John Ian Hall, Thelma Conway, Monica Carroll, Gab Carter, Claire Taylor, Ingrid
Valk, Bob Burgess, Des Manning, Max Shearer, Kath Colbran and all the sick.
DECEASED: Remember in your prayers all those who have died recently and all those whose
anniversaries occur at this time especially Arthur Francis, Alan Johnson, Desmond Johnson, Fran
Hoffman, Anne Hine and Trevor and Eileen Hogan.
Counting Roster: This Week: B MacRitchie, P Bold, P MacRitchie, S Tucker Next Week: M McEwan, J Harrison, A Stead, F Harrison
WEEKLY DIARY
Monday 30th April Monday of the 5th week of Easter
Parish Office hours 8am - Noon & 1pm - 4pm
8.30am MASS, OLPS, Tewantin
9.00am Holy Hour for Vocations, OLPS
10.30am Ozcare Communion Service
Tuesday 1st May Tuesday of the 5th week of Easter
Parish Office hours 8am - Noon & 1pm - 4pm
8.00am Rosary, Cooroy Church
8.30am MASS, Cooroy & Morning Tea
9.00am Confessions, Cooroy Church
4.30pm SVDP Conference Meeting,
Noosaville
Wednesday 2nd May St Athanasius
Parish Office hours 8am - Noon & 1pm - 4pm
9.00am Kabara - Priest’s visit
9.30am Carramar Communion Service
and Anointing
10.30am Meditation, Tewantin Church
3.30pm Baptism Preparation meeting,
Parish Office Tewantin
5.30pm MASS, St Patrick’s, Pomona
Thursday 3rd May Sts Philip and James
Parish Office hours 8am - Noon & 1pm - 4pm
8.00am Rosary, OLPS, Tewantin
8.30am MASS, OLPS, Tewantin
9.00am Confessions, OLPS
9.00am Divine Mercy, OLPS
10.00am STM Yr 2 Liturgy, STM
Friday 4th May Friday of the 5th week of Easter Parish Office hours 8am - Noon
8.00am Stations of the Cross, OLPS
8.30am MASS at OLPS, Tewantin
9.00am Novena, OLPS, Tewantin
9.30am Noosa Residential Care
Communion Service
5.00pm Holy Hour and Adoration,
Tewantin Church
Saturday 5th May Saturday of the 5th week of Easter
Confessions 4.30pm - 4.50pm, Tewantin
5.00pm Vigil Mass, Tewantin
Confessions 5.00pm - 5.20pm, Cooroy
5.30pm Vigil Mass, Cooroy
Sunday 6th May Sixth Sunday of Easter
7.00am Mass, Tewantin
Confessions 7.30am - 7.45am Pomona
8.00am Mass, Pomona Morning tea after 8am Mass, Pomona
8.30am Mass, Sunshine Beach Confessions after the 8.30am Mass
10.00am Mass, Tewantin
5.30pm Mass, Sunshine Beach
Holy Hour and Eucharistic Adoration Friday 4th May at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Church,
Tewantin at 5:00pm
Important Information for Parents with Catholic Children ready to prepare
for the Sacrament Eucharist
If you have children in Year 4 and above who have been Confirmed, they are now eligible to receive First Holy Communion.
In order to apply to begin preparation for this sacrament, parents need to contact the parish office to register their child’s name and receive a Registration Form.
Two parent meetings will be held on Tuesday 19th June at 4pm and 6pm at the Tewantin Church Hall.
At least one parent must attend either of these meetings. Only families from whom we have received an enrolment form and
administration fee will be eligible to begin the preparation.
Contact the parish office on 5447 1188, or email [email protected], and the form will be sent to you along with more details and information
regarding payment.
Completed forms are due before 4pm on Monday 11th June to allow time for ordering resources for the meeting.
BIRTHDAY BLESSINGS Congratulations and God’s richest blessings to
Peter Riley on the occasion of his 80th birthday on 26th April.
Please advise the Parish Office if you are unavailable for the Mass Rosters and/or
other rosters for the months of June/July 2018. Contact us on: Ph: 5447 1188 or
email [email protected] by 13th May 2018. Thank you.
Liturgy Brisbane is hosting its annual musicians' workshop. This year the focus will be on
extraordinary music for ordinary time. The day will be presented by Sr Ursula O'Rourke, James
Robinson and the music ministry team from Maroochydore Parish. It will be a day filled with
laughter, insight and new music.
Cost: $20 registration covers materials and morning tea.
Date: 2nd June at ACU Banyo. Car sharing will be available.
Parishioners who are interested in attending please contact the parish office on 5447 1188 or email
[email protected]. The last date for registration through the parish will be Monday 28th
May.
PARISH INFORMATION
Parish Office Phone: 5447 1188
Emergency Mobile: 0438 705 447
Parish Priest Rev Fr Jason Middleton Email: [email protected]
Associate Pastor: Rev Fr Paul Eloagu
Email: [email protected]
Parish Manager Mr Fred de Waard - Ph 0429 897 903
Email: [email protected]
Parish Pastoral Assistant Mrs Maria Higginson Email: [email protected]
Parish Secretary/Receptionist Mrs Elaine Stephenson
Email: [email protected]
Parish Safeguarding Representative Mrs Jenny Noakes (volunteer) Email: [email protected]
Assisi House Tewantin Affordable Accommodation Project
Mr Fred de Waard - Parish Manager
Email: [email protected]
Parish Columbarium Mr Fred de Waard - Parish Manager
Email: [email protected]
Parish School - St Thomas More Primary
Ben Lexcen Drive, Sunshine Beach
Principal (Acting): Mr Glen Bucklar
Ph: 5449 2022
Postal: PO Box 810, Noosa Heads 4567
Email: [email protected]
Catholic College - St Teresa’s Secondary
Sea Eagle Drive, Noosaville
Principal: Mr David McInnes Ph: 5474 0022
Postal: PO Box 1592, Noosaville DC 4566
Email: [email protected]
Society of St Vincent de Paul:
Store & Depot Ph 5470 2091
165 Eumundi Road, Noosaville 4566
Family Support Office Ph 5449 9980
165 Eumundi Road, Noosaville 4566
After Hours Mobile Ph 0400 956 146
Email: [email protected]
Holy Cross Funerals:
Mr Joe Perry - Funeral Director
Ph: 3293 0555
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.holycrossfunerals.com.au
Centacare Catholic Family Services
Bernard House, 21 Cornmeal Parade,
Maroochydore 4558 Ph 5430 9300
Ozcare - Home for the Aged
80 Cooyar Street, Noosa Heads
Ph: 5473 6400 Email: [email protected]
Marist Brothers Monastery
Br Bill (Community Leader),
Br Martin, Br Hugh - Ph 5449 2591
Ministry for Women Heart Women’s Conference Date: 24th - 26th May 2018
Venue: Mt Gravatt Bowls Club
A time to come together as women to be refreshed and renewed in our busy lives. Spoil yourself. Dream again. Feel loved, honoured and cared for. Invite your daughters, mothers, sisters and friends!
Men - What women in our life can you spoil by sending them to Heart 2018?
Full registration Cost: $199 (See our website for other registration options).
Register: Heart.TheCatholicGuy.com
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1300 734 880
From the Parish Manager
OLPS Chapel Works Tewantin - works funded by parishioner donation Air-conditioning has been installed. The air-conditioning is set to 24C and will cool or heat automatically to that temperature when the push button switch in the chapel is activated. The switch turns the unit on for a one hour period so it would be appreciated if the windows are not opened or the door left open when the air-conditioner is turned on. The unit will stop after one hour and can be restarted again at that time if required. New flooring has been purchased for installation and this will be followed by works on the access door to install a pin code lock, glass insert and auto closer. Saturday 5th of May is the day for flooring installation starting at 7:30am. Looking for a couple of volunteers to assist with removal of the existing carpet flooring and installation of waterproof click flooring on that morning. Please contact the Parish Office if you can assist.
Columbarium Area Works Tewantin - works funded by parishioner donation Seating has been installed and a combination of pots and ground plantings is being sourced for development of this area. The pots and plantings will have a watering system installed and the lighting will be placed on a automatic night switch. Saturday 19th May starting at 7:30am is the day for installation of watering system, potting of pots and planting of ground cover. Please contact the Parish Office if you can assist.
Cleaning of statue of Mary and garden tidy up - Tewantin for Month of May The month of May is a special time for Mary so lets give her statue and the adjoining garden a spruce up! Looking to do the clean up on Friday 4th May starting 10am on that day. Depending on the numbers on deck we can also move onto other parts of the gardens as well. Please contact the Parish Office if you can assist.
St Thomas More gardens - Sunshine Beach. The school has expressed an interest in a joint project with parishioners in working on the gardens in the vicinity of the church - more news on this to follow.
St Patricks Pomona - car park works A date will be scheduled in June for some minor repairs to carpark edging and some trimming. More details in a future bulletin.