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St Paul‟s Wednesday 9.30am Thursday 9.30am Saturday 5:00 pm (Latin) 6:30 pm Sunday 8:00am (Maltese) 10:00am Reconciliation Saturday 6:00pm St Mary MacKillop Monday 9.30am Tuesday 9.30am 7.00pm8.00pm Holy Hour Friday 9.30am Saturday 5:00pm Sunday 9:00am 11:00am 5:30pm Reconciliation Saturday 4pm4.50pm ST. MARY MACKILLOP In St. Joseph‟s care I leave you.‟ Parish Priest: Rev. Monsignor Charles Portelli In Residence: Rev Gerard Johnson Faith Development: Ms Althea D‘Souza - St Mary MacKillop, Tuesday & Wednesday, Mr Joseph Zahra—St Paul‘s St Mary MacKillop Church & Parish Office (both Churches): St Paul‟s Church & Presbytery: 152 Odessa Avenue, Keilor Downs, Victoria 3038 230 Sunshine Avenue, Kealba, Victoria 3021 Office Hours: MonFri 9am1pm, 2pm4.30pm Phone: 9366 4040 Fax 9364 2706 Phone: 9364 0440 Fax: 9364 6913 Email: [email protected] Website: www.stmaryoftheassumption.org.au [email protected] MASS TIMES St. Mary MacKillop Church Keilor Downs St. Paul’s Church Kealba PARISH OF ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION Year A, 18th & 19th March, 2017. third Sunday in lent ST. PAUL The love of God has been poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit which has been given to us.To celebrate Lent well, we need frequent reminders that Lent was originally the final period of the early Catechumens‘ preparation for Baptism. But we who are already baptized need this preparation as much as the Catechumens. We need the understating of all aspects of Baptism, and above all, we need the conversion to Christ, that was not part of our consciousness when we were baptized as infants. God has done great things for us. Yet, how often like the Israelites do we put the Lord to the test by saying ―Is the Lord with us, or not?‖ St. Paul reminds us: ―The love of God has been poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit which has been given to us.‖ The Samaritan woman at the well, recognized Jesus as the ‗Messiah‘ and her heart being made aware of his infinite goodness and love, rushes off to reveal this to the villagers; thus enabling her to become an apostle leading them to Christ, before any of the Chosen Twelve. Entrance Antiphon: My eyes are ever fixed on the Lord, for he releases my feet from the snare. O look at me and be merciful, for I am wretched and alone. 1st Reading: Exodus 17:3-7 Psalms 94:1-2, 6-9 Responsorial Psalm: If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts. 2nd Reading: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8 Gospel Acclamation: Glory to you, Word of God, Lord Jesus Christ! Lord, you are truly the Saviour of the world; give me living water, that I may never thirst again. Glory to you, Word of God, Lord Jesus Christ! Gospel: John 4:5-42 Before Communion: Lord, by the grace of this sacrifice may we who ask forgiveness be ready to forgive one another. Communion Antiphon: Whoever drinks the water that I shall give him, says the Lord, will have a spring inside him, welling up for eternal life. After Communion: Lord, in sharing this sacrament may we receive your forgiveness and be brought together in unity and peace.

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St Paul‟s

Wednesday 9.30am

Thursday 9.30am

Saturday 5:00 pm

(Latin)

6:30 pm

Sunday 8:00am

(Maltese)

10:00am

Reconciliation

Saturday 6:00pm

St Mary MacKillop

Monday 9.30am

Tuesday 9.30am

7.00pm—8.00pm Holy Hour

Friday 9.30am

Saturday 5:00pm

Sunday 9:00am

11:00am

5:30pm

Reconciliation

Saturday 4pm—4.50pm

ST. MARY

MACKILLOP

„In St. Joseph‟s care

I leave you.‟

Parish Priest: Rev. Monsignor Charles Portelli In Residence: Rev Gerard Johnson Faith Development: Ms Althea D‘Souza - St Mary MacKillop, Tuesday & Wednesday,

Mr Joseph Zahra—St Paul‘s

St Mary MacKillop Church & Parish Office (both Churches): St Paul‟s Church & Presbytery: 152 Odessa Avenue, Keilor Downs, Victoria 3038 230 Sunshine Avenue, Kealba, Victoria 3021

Office Hours: Mon—Fri 9am—1pm, 2pm—4.30pm Phone: 9366 4040 Fax 9364 2706

Phone: 9364 0440 Fax: 9364 6913

Email: [email protected] Website: www.stmaryoftheassumption.org.au

[email protected]

MASS TIMES

St. Mary MacKillop

Church

Keilor Downs

St. Paul’s

Church

Kealba

PARISH OF ST MARY OF THE ASSUMPTION

Y e a r A , 1 8 t h & 1 9 t h M a r c h , 2 0 1 7 .

third Sunday in lent

ST. PAUL

„The love of God has been

poured into our hearts by

the Holy Spirit which has

been given to us.‟

To celebrate Lent well, we need frequent reminders that Lent was

originally the final period of the early Catechumens‘ preparation for

Baptism. But we who are already baptized need this preparation as

much as the Catechumens. We need the understating of all aspects of

Baptism, and above all, we need the conversion to Christ, that was not

part of our consciousness when we were baptized as infants.

God has done great things for us. Yet, how often like the Israelites do

we put the Lord to the test by saying ―Is the Lord with us, or not?‖

St. Paul reminds us: ―The love of God has been poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit which has

been given to us.‖

The Samaritan woman at the well, recognized Jesus as the ‗Messiah‘ and her heart being made

aware of his infinite goodness and love, rushes off to reveal this to the villagers; thus enabling her

to become an apostle leading them to Christ, before any of the Chosen Twelve.

Entrance Antiphon:

My eyes are ever fixed on the

Lord, for he releases my feet

from the snare. O look at me

and be merciful, for I am

wretched and alone.

1st Reading:

Exodus 17:3-7

Psalms 94:1-2, 6-9

Responsorial Psalm:

If today you hear his voice,

harden not your hearts.

2nd Reading:

Romans 5:1-2, 5-8

Gospel Acclamation:

Glory to you, Word of God, Lord

Jesus Christ!

Lord, you are truly the Saviour

of the world; give me living

water, that I may never thirst

again.

Glory to you, Word of God, Lord

Jesus Christ!

Gospel:

John 4:5-42

Before Communion:

Lord, by the grace of this

sacrifice may we who ask

forgiveness be ready to forgive

one another.

Communion Antiphon:

Whoever drinks the water that

I shall give him, says the Lord,

will have a spring inside him,

welling up for eternal life.

After Communion:

Lord, in sharing this sacrament

may we receive your

forgiveness and be brought

together in unity and peace.

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In Remembrance...

Recently Deceased: Charles DeBono, Pauline Agius.

Anniversaries: Rudolf Bader, Ana Kolic, Saverio Scalzo, Tarcisio Vella, John Berns, Neville Bereira, Lipto Lipsia, Giuseppina Rando, Carmel Vella, John & Geswalda Borg, Anglo Rapa, Emily Calleja, Olive Ridler.

We pray for all those who are sick especially, Peter, Pat, a lady and for a sick young man.

CHILDREN OF MARY

When: Friday’s during School Term Time: 4:45-6pm Where: St Mary MacKillop’s Parish Office Building (Opposite the Church)

All School aged children are welcome

Come and join us for… Games The Rosary and different weekly activities

For more information contact Tara: 0434 636 719

2017 PARISH LENT PROGRAM

THEME: UP FROM THE WATERS

Come away a while with Jesus. Journey from desert, to oasis.

Three more meetings to go, Thursday 23rd March through to 6th April,

at 7.30pm-8.45pm.

We will meet in the open space between the classrooms

behind our Parish Office, building opposite St. Mary MacKillop Church.

Facilitated by Fr. Gerard, Andrew Schiberras Jr. and Tara Ciantar.

An inspiring, engaging and interactive presentation

which will deepen the way we live out our baptismal call.

Every week, we come away with new pearls! Don't miss out.

WHAT DO CATHOLICS REALLY BELIEVE? Join us for our 2nd DVD Night featuring Dr. Ray Guarendi and Fr. Kevin Fete.

These 2 gentlemen know how toexplain our faith, often with humour. This

month's topic is "The Bible". Do you get challenged about your Catholic faith?

This series of talks will arm you with the knowledge you need to explain your faith

and live it. Wednesday, 22nd March, 7.30pm-8.30pmish, in the school area

behind the kitchen, building opposite St. Mary MacKillop Church.

Enquiries: Christina 0431 955 975.

CAKE STALL

CAN YOU HELP THE POOR? The Holy Spirit of Freedom Community-

Philippines Ministry Volunteers will be

having a GRAND Cake Stall on the weekend

of 25th/26th March at all 4 masses at

St. Mary MacKillop Church. Proceeds will go

to the poorest of the poor in the Philippines.

Home-made, delicious and attractive cakes,

including gluten free options. Help the

abandoned mothers and children get a

better life.

Enquiries: Christina 0431 955 975.

PALM & OLIVE TREE DONATIONS

If there are any parishioners who could kindly donate big Palm tree & small Olive tree branches it would be greatly appreciated. Please bring to the church foyer or the office by 6th April 2017. Thank you.

ST VINCENT DE PAUL Reminder: Our next meeting will be held on Monday March

20th PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATE, 7pm, at the St Mary

of the Assumption Parish Centre.

We are a group of volunteers trying to make a difference

and would welcome new members. We encourage anyone

who would like to find out more about the work we do

helping the poor and less fortunate members of society in

our area or would like to attend a meeting to please con-

tact Armando Bianco (Conference President) on 0400 255

172, or Margo Harley (Vice President) on 0425 850 824.

DIVINE MERCY PRAISE & WORSHIP Come and join us for Divine Mercy prayers intercession praise and worship at 3pm at St Paul's Church Kealba on Sunday 26th March. Come and hear the testimony of a mother’s love for her drug addicted son, and how her faith and persistence in prayer brought about amazing results. If God can do it for her family—He can do it for you too. Come and join us, please bring a friend along. Let us also help spread the devotion of the Divine Mercy.

GLOBAL VOLUNTEER NOTICE Sending people can be more important than sending money

Communities in Asia, the Pacific and Africa are looking to provide mentoring opportunities for local personnel and

improve processes and procedures for organisations vital to reducing poverty. To ensure sustainable development

they prefer those willing to come for two years, but accept that some are only available for 12 months. If you are an

experienced professional, business or trades person, in any area, but especially

education, please consider volunteering with Palms Australia.

Information Session: Saturday March 25, 10.30 am to noon

Ross House (247 Flinders Lane)

RSVP [email protected] or call 0431 995 058

Can‘t make it? Call nowabout applying for positions currently available. OR Look first

via Palms‘ two-week Encounter. Go with a friend and get great discounts!

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Monday, 20th March

10.30am Prayer Group

Tuesday, 21st March

7.00pm Eucharistic Adoration

- St. Mary MacKillop

7.00pm Samoan Prayer Group

- St. Paul‘s Church

Wednesday, 22nd March

7.00pm Legion of Mary

Thursday, 23rd March

10.30am St Mary MacKillop

Morning Prayer Grp

7.30pm St Mary MacKillop

Evening Prayer Grp

Friday, 24th March

4.45pm Children of Mary

ST MARY MACKILLOP GROUP

To be advised

ST PAUL‘S MUSIC GROUP

To be advised

PARISH CHOIRS Parishioners are invited to join the Choirs at all masses to

praise the Lord in song. If you would like to be involved in

this vital Ministry, please contact :-

St Mary MacKillop Choir: St Paul’s Choir: Rosanna 0425 751 230 Hung on: 0402 171 733

Monday, 20th March

St. Joseph

Thursday, 23rd March

St. Turibius of Mogrovejo

Saturday, 25th March

The Annunciation

of the Lord

SAT 25TH MARCH 6.30PM

R Doris Agius

Special Ministers

J. Tabone, Q. Diaz.

SUN 26TH MARCH 10AM

R Norma Marot

Special Ministers

C. Pirotta, J. Mamo.

FRIDAY 24TH MARCH

Rita Haig

Herwin Allen

Millie Monteiro

COUNTING TEAM NO. 5:

Eddie Vassallo

Chris Kisielewski

Val Watson

Sally Rodrigues

Rachel Rodrigues

SAT 25TH MARCH 5PM

R Marietta Dykun

Special Ministers

Mario Camilleri, Victor Sammut

Hank Bader.

SUN 26TH MARCH 9AM

R Joe Grixti

Special Ministers

Mim Caruso, Maria Bianco,

Marlene Brink.

SUN 26TH MARCH 11AM

R Paula Prosia

Special Ministers

Maria DaSilva, Teresa Taverna,

Helen Sorokowski.

SUN 26TH MARCH 5.30PM

R Georgina Sant

Special Ministers

Georgina Sant, Doris Borg,

Keith Rodigo.

ST. MARY MACKILLOP ROSTER WEEKEND 25TH & 26TH MARCH

ST. PAUL‘S ROSTER WEEKEND 25TH & 26TH MARCH

Counting Team

Feast Days

Music Group Rehearsals This Week in the Parish ....

St Mary MacKillop Cleaning

ADORATION OF THE

BLESSED SACRAMENT

EVERY TUESDAY 7:00pm—8:00pm St Mary MacKillop Church

“Will you not stay with me one hour with me ?”

LEGION OF MARY

Wednesday 7.00pm in the Parish Meeting Room

All Welcome

PRAYER GROUPS

Following 9.30am Mass

10am Fellowship

10.30am – 11.30am

Devotions

ST MARY MACKILLOP

EVENING PRAYER GROUP

Thursday, 23rd March

7.00pm Prayer & Praise (Temporary time change)

7.30 Join with parish for

Lenten Program (See Lent ad previous page)

Enquiries: Christina 0431 955 975

ST PAUL‘S CHARISMATIC

PRAYER GROUP

Wednesday, 22nd March

Topic: Clarification on topics

of our faith.

Speaker: Mgr Charles Portelli

7pm Rosary, Praise & Worship

followed by teaching.

Concludes at 9pm with

fellowship and supper.

Prayer ministry also available.

For more information

call Doris: 9367 4126

ST MARY MACKILLOP

MORNING PRAYER GROUP

10.30am - 12pm

Come and join us in Praising

our Lord. Hearing the Word of

God and praying. Be filled with

the Holy Spirit. (except School Holidays)

Enquiries:

Teresa 0411 233 625

WEDNESDAY EVENING

THURSDAY EVENING

THURSDAY MORNING MONDAY MORNING

PROJECT

COMPASSION WEEK 3: Australia

3rd Sunday of Lent

Like many First Australians, Uncle

Richard was torn from his family and

culture as a child. Forced to grow up in

the State-run Kinchela Boys Home

(KBH), he suffered violence and pain that haunted his adult

years. Now, through Kinchela Boys Home Aboriginal

Corporation, a Caritas Australia partner, he is reconnecting

with former KBH boys in a program that restores their wellbeing

and helps their families.

Please donate to Project Compassion 2017 and help members

of the Stolen Generations support each other on the journey to

wellbeing.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS Each Friday of Lent, at St. Mary MacKillop, commencing

at 7.00 p.m. there will be Exposition of the Blessed

Sacrament with Stations of the Cross beginning at

7.30 p.m. The hour will conclude with Benediction.

Each Wednesday morning of Lent there will be Stations of

the Cross at the end of the 9.30 a.m. Mass at St. Paul‘s.

SAMOAN DIVINE MERCY

PRAYER GROUP

Samoan Divine Mercy Prayer

Group – at St Pauls Church

every Tuesday at 7pm

and the 4th Sunday of the

month at 3pm.

TUESDAY EVENING

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Entrance:

Chorus:

Come to the water!

You who are thirsty!

Though you have nothing, I bid you come!

And be filled with the goodness I have to

offer!

Come! Listen! Live!

Why spend your money on what cannot

fill

the emptiness deep in your heart?

Listen to my word and you will enjoy;

goodness and peace in your heart.

Just as the heavens are high above earth;

My ways and thoughts beyond you!

Call me your Father and know I am near!

I will be Father to you!

Responsorial Psalm:

If today you hear His voice,

Harden not your hearts.

If today you hear His voice,

Harden not your hearts.

Gospel Acclamation:

God loved our world so much

God gave us his only Son

That we who believe in him

May have the fullness of life.

Offertory:

O God, you search me and you know me.

All my thoughts lie open to your gaze.

When I walk or lie down you are before

me:

Ever the maker and keeper of my days.

You know my resting and my rising.

You discern my purpose from afar,

And with love everlasting you besiege me:

In ev‘ry moment of life or death, you are.

Before a word is on my tongue, Lord,

You have known its meaning through and

through.

You are with me beyond my

understanding:

God of my present, my past and future,

too.

Although your Spirit is upon me,

Still I search for shelter from your light.

There is nowhere on earth I can escape

you:

Even the darkness is radiant in your

sight.

Communion:

Come back to me, with all your heart

Don‘t let fear keep us apart

Trees do bend, though straight and tall

So must we to others‘ call.

Chorus:

Long have I waited

For your coming home to me

And living deeply our new life.

The wilderness will lead you

To your heart, where I will speak

Integrity and justice

With tenderness, you will know. Chorus

You shall sleep, secure with peace

Faithfulness will be your joy. Chorus

Recessional:

In Christ alone my hope is found,

he is my light, my strength, my song;

this cornerstone, this solid ground

firm through the fiercest drought and

storm.

What heights of love, what depths of

peace,

when fears are stilled, when strivings

cease!

My comforter, my all in all,

here in the love of Christ I stand.

In Christ alone who took on flesh,

fullness of God in helpless Babe!

This gift of love and righteousness,

scorned by the ones He came to save.

'Till on that cross as Jesus died,

the wrath of God was satisfied.

For every sin on Him was laid;

here in the death of Christ I live.

third Sunday of lent

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