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Parish Contacts:
Parish Team
Parish Priest
Fr. Sunil Paul SVD 3803 0835
Parish Secretary
Ronet D’Mello
Pastoral Council Chairperson
Noel Swindells
Finance Committee Chair
Tom Kalaja
Care and Concern Co-ordinator
Sue Barrett
Youth Co-ordinator
Christine Lapalapa (0420202712)
Liturgy Committee Co-ordinator
Carlos Fernandez
Parish Safeguarding Children Rep.
Ron Klerks (0411057611)
St. Francis College
Ms. Patricia Kennedy (Principal)
Phone: 3489 4800
MASS TIMES
Weekday Mass Times Monday No Mass Tuesday 9.00 am Wednesday 9.00 am Thursday 9.00 am Friday 9.00 am Saturday 8.00 am
Reconciliation Saturday 5pm-5.30pm or by appointment
Weekend Mass Times Saturday 6.00pm Sunday 8.00am & 9.30am Children’s Liturgy 9.30am
Pentecost Sunday – 20 May 2018
St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Parish 26-38 Macarthy Road, Marsden, PO Box 545, Marsden Qld 4132,
Tel: (07) 3803 0862 | Email: [email protected] www.kingstonmarsdenparish.org.au
PARISH OFFICE HOURS Mon, Tue, Thur & Fri : 9.00am - 2.30pm | Closed on Wednesday
Each year on Pentecost Sunday we read the narrative from Acts which describes the phenomenon know as Pentecost. Today we will focus on the Gospel of John. At the beginning of this chapter we read, “Early in the morning on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb.” This picture of day gradually unfolding helps us to feel the import of the revelation to follow. The gradual understanding of resurrection begins like the grey half-light of the pre-dawn. Out of the shadows of grief and confusion a new vision begins to stir.
The dawn story tells us that Mary of Magdala came to believe in the risen Lord. It was not an easy journey and it cost her many tears. It also tells us that Peter came to the tomb, but went away without coming to faith. Faith is a gift and comes to us in God’s time. The other disciple like Mary saw and believed. Coming to the faith that transforms will be different for most. Again there is no adverse judgement here. God allows us to be free.
Mary leaves the garden to carry out her commission. She begins her proclamation among the disciples. The sun sinks and the disciples gather behind locked doors. When we are overwhelmed by fear external security becomes a powerful symbol. The shadow side of this fear is a lack of trust. The grace of God is with us in whatever dark hole we find ourselves. God’s peace is not just a greeting but a reminder that peace is a permanent gift.
The message proclaimed by Mary is now confirmed in the commission to the group. The extraordinary thing is that there is no testing, just love poured out. With the commission comes the gift of the Spirit. The Spirit is the gift of new breath. The breath of life becomes the creative breathe, gift to the world. As life and love is pored out on us so we pour this life out for and to others.
When we share our life, our love, our hospitality our spirit with others we are proclaiming the presence of God in Jesus among us. Part of the commission involves forgiveness. God is forgiveness, it is part of the nature of God. God requires us also to be forgiving. As the body is diminished if one part is out of harmony, so we as community need to attend to the “health” of the whole. Whatever gift we each have comes to full flowering in relationship with others and with our God.
Patricia Stevenson rsj.
“Let no one ever come to you without leaving better
and happier. Be the living expression of God’s
kindness: kindness in your face, kindness in your
smile.”
– Mother Teresa
Founder of the Missionaries of Charity first felt a call
to religious life at age 12
Pentecost Sunday Readings 20 May 2018
First Reading: Acts 2: 1-11 They were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and began to speak different languages. Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 103: 1, 24, 29-31, 34 God send out your Spirit and renew the face of the earth. Second Reading: Galatians 5: 16-25 The fruit of the Spirit. Gospel Acclamation:
Alleluia, Alleluia! Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of the faithful
And kindle in them the fire of your love. Alleluia, Alleluia
Gospel: John: 15: 26-27, 16:12-15 The Spirit of truth will guide you into all the truth
Please pray for the sick in our Parish:
T Kasipale, J Pale, F Bowden, L Seeto, F Laritz, J Collins,
M Dunlop, M Pierce, R Henwood, D Curtis, V Reid,
V Gspejon, V Dancey, S Daniel, A Purkis, L Guadez,
K & S Talatonu, B Hodgson, T Canty, K Bellette,
M Finnerty, L Guadez, M Glorioso, D Hall, R Bakker,
E Hampstead, J Lachlan, A Van Uitregt, N Cutuk,
V Toalepai , G & K Brown, Y Carter, M Trehane,
B Vandenberg, J Beechey, John Maloney, Elizabeth Kruger,
Chad Madsene, J & A Dent, Melissa Brasil Gladys Tongia,
Gladdis and Mario Gorosito, Asiata J. Lealaitafea, Annie
Carter
DATE CLAIMERS Tue. May 22 : Finance Committee Meeting at 7.30 pm Sun. May 20 : First session for First Holy Communion.
ROSTER FOR WEEK ENDING 26 —27 MAY 2018
THANKSGIVING: Week Ending 13 May 2018
No. of Envelopes Issued : 115
No. of Envelopes Received : 43
1st Collection : $ 1,190.80
2nd Collection : $ 1,127.50
TOTAL : $ 2,318.30
Day/Date/Time Saturday, 26 MAY Sunday, 27 MAY
6.00 PM 8.00 AM 9.30 AM
Mass Coordinator Louise Vasquez Lele Faaeteete Christine Lapalapa
Readers Brian Cunningham
Emani Petelo Marcia Canty
Danielle Faateete Flower Donohue
Christina Lupelake
Extra Ordinary
Ministers
Patricia Vasquez Sue McKeown
Rosemarie Ordonez
Br. John Pill Marcia Canty
Repeka Kasipale
Kelemete Tito Elisapeta Tito Doris Deurloo
Altar Servers Dulshika Fernando
Penitito Roberts Beka Kasipale
Luckyta Timo Aggie Timo
Choir Spanish Choir St. Peter the Rock Divine Mercy Choir
Counter’s Roster Agnes Faamausili, Repeka Kasipale, Lele Faaeteete
Cleaner’s Roster Filomena Tuiafiso, Winnie Kepu, Alex and Liphin Makaohi
Catholic Leader News *Fatal terrorist attacks on churches in Indonesia last weekend
raise fears of resurgence of home-grown militancy
* Centacare and Vinnies each opening homes on Brisbane’s
northside offering fresh start for families affected by domestic
violence
* Author gives advice on recognising early signs of abuser in a
relationship
* National Rosary unites Catholics from coast to coast
* Shake-up for Catholic high school sport in Brisbane
* Catholic charities predicting Budget blues for the poor
* ACU researcher reports on benefits of exercise for cancer pa-
tients undergoing chemotherapy
* Head of Church’s new safeguarding body says maintaining child
safety will remain an issue
Please buy your copy for $ 2.00 from the Piety Shop
In Loving Memory
Edwin Allan Crawford (Ted) Ted passed away peacefully on 9th May
2018. We extend our deepest condolences
to his family during this time of grief.
Eternal Rest grant unto Him, O Lord, and
let your perpetual light shine on Him! May his beautiful
soul rest in peace, Amen!
Please remember in your prayers Fran Kennedy
whose 4th death anniversary was on 19th May 2018.
Eternal Rest grant unto Her, O Lord, and let your
perpetual light shine on Her! May her beautiful soul
rest in peace, Amen!
The Sacrament of Baptism is normally available every Sunday. Please contact the Parish Office for more information & arrangements.
The Baptism Ministers for May 2018:
Noreen Audley
Children’s Liturgy will be held in the Maryfields Hall at 9.30am every Sunday (except during School Holidays).
Parents with children aged 5 up to early teens are encour-
aged to send their children to attend these faith-forming, fun filled and learning sessions.
For further enquiries contact:
Nimfa Brookes
All youth aged 13 and
above are welcome to join our dynamic SMK Youth
Group! We are the Church of today. For further in-
formation regarding our Youth Group, please call
Christine Lapalapa on 420202712.
Next Youth Meeting will be on Friday, 1st June
St. Francis College-Certificate II in Hospi-tality / Kitchen Operations students will be running a training restaurant in Café Francesco between 12pm and 2pm. There will be a selection of café style hot and cold drinks on offer, as well as lunch and dessert! It would be great if the wider community could come and support the students – booking is essential.
Prices: Dessert $3 & Dessert and drink $5
Main $10 & Main, drink and dessert $12 Bookings are essential – please call Sam Webb on 3489 4800 or email [email protected] The dates and food options are as follows: Tuesday 22/5/18: Main – Butter chicken curry, rice pilaf, Dessert – Coconut cake Monday 28/5/18: Main - Syrian tasting plate – Kebab, falafel, tabouleh, Dessert – Semolina cake Tuesday 5/6/18: Main – Spaghetti Carbonara, Dessert - Tiramisu Monday 11/6/18: Main – Butter chicken curry, rice pilaf, Dessert – Coconut cake .
We look forward to seeing you there.
LOGAN DEANERY YOUTH SPORTS DAYLOGAN DEANERY YOUTH SPORTS DAY
DATE: SATURDAY 26TH MAY 2018 TIME: 9:00AM– 3:00PM
VENUE: ST BERNARDINE’S CATHOLIC PARISH SCHOOL OVAL
25 VERGULDE ROAD, REGENTS PARK.
Attention All Young People
Join us on Saturday 26 May at 9am - 3pm St Bernadine’s - Regents Park for a day of fun and sports. Please wear Red on the day. Food and drinks will be available to purchase on the day. Please see Christine Lapalapa or any of Kolbe youth leaders for further information
Bus Arrangement for Corpus Christi Procession:
There is one bus leaving St. Paul’s Woodridge at 12.15 pm and
return back at 4.30 to 5 pm.
Cost : $ 5.00 per person for the return trip.
Please contact Gary Cox on 0413625521 or email
You will need to wear a hat and have comfortable walking
shoes.
SACRAMENT OF FIRST HOLY COMMUNION
Important Dates for First Holy Communion: Sunday 20 May 2018 : 1st Session for First Holy Communion
Sunday 27 May 2018 : 2nd Session for First Holy Communion
Saturday 2 June 2018 : Practice session at 10.00 am
The Sacrament of First Holy Communion will be held on 2 and 3 June 2018.
Position Vacant – Parish Secretary
Applications are open for a position at the Wynnum Catholic Parish. A person with excellent administration and secretarial skills is required for a casual position of secretary working on Wednesdays.
For additional information, please visit the Archdiocese of Bris-bane website https://brisbanecatholic.org.au/ and to careers.
The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for em-ployees and volunteers to maintain a safe and healthy environ-ment. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children, young people and/or vulnerable adults.
PROCLAIM 2018 - 12th to 14th July For the first
time, the Archdiocese of Brisbane will host the national
Proclaim Conference. PROCLAIM 2018 will focus on in-
spiring, equipping and en couraging parishes and Catholic
communities to engage in Evangelisation and Renewal. The
theme of this year’s Con ference is “Make your home in
me.” (Jn 15:4) More information at
www.proclaimconference.com.au
THANKING OUR VOLUNTEERS
May 21—27, Australia will celebrate National Volunteer
Week. Throughout the parishes, and by virtue of its
work with Centacare, the Archdiocese has one of the
largest numbers of volunteer groups throughout the
state.
We at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish would like to thank
all volunteers for your wonderful work for the Parish.
May the Lord Bless you abundantly for your voluntary
service.
Community Action Workshop: Parishioners are welcome to
attend a Community Action Workshop on Friday 1 June hosted by the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, along with the IWAA, AASW and AMA-RAH. The workshop will be held at the IWAA at 11 Watland St Spring-wood, commencing at 10.30am and concluding at 1pm (followed by lunch). Participants will be introduced to the groundbreaking 'Words That Work' and will find out how to support refugee rights.
The workshop may qualify as CPD for attendees. This is a free event, but please RSVP by Wed 30 May for catering purposes