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Very Rev Robert Bossini PP Rev Michael Gitau Rev Mr Willy Limjap Mili Lee Patricia Preca Donna Missio Bernard Kirkpatrick Chris Ohlsen Meg Gale Mindy Mercado
St Patrick's Cathedral Parish, Parramatta
Cathedral Office: 1 Marist Place Parramatta NSW 2150
Telephone 02 8839 8400 Web: http://www.stpatscathedral.com.au
Sunday 16 September 2018 Twenty Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year B
From the Dean’s Desk
Dear Friends,
We all love to be popular and well thought
of by other people. It is a natural tendency
and need in our lives. It is part of our need
to be loved and accepted by others. But at
times it is more difficult to play the ‘popular’ role than it is to
stand by what one truly believes in. If we totally and
completely rely on what people think of us, then we can
become like a reed in the wind – we bend and twist to the
whims of others and we can find ourselves beginning to
lose our identity and individualism. We can become what
other people want us to be. Think of the recent political
events in Canberra, where the main characteristic of a
national leader was seen in his or her popularity, rather than
in what they stood for.
Something of this is occurring in our Gospel today [Mark
8:27-35]. This short passage is replete with meaning and
symbolism. It comes at the very centre of Mark’s Gospel.
From here on Jesus is resolutely haunted by the true
meaning of his mission – the Cross. There is no turning
back from this point onwards. The conflict and arguments
against him seem to become more evident and hostile. The
religious leaders are intent on not only confronting and
removing Jesus, but they are seeing to his total destruction
once and for all.
In a very unusual place – Caesarea Philippi, a city known
for its past worship of pagan gods and deity – Jesus asked
his disciples two questions: firstly, who do the general
public believe him to be; and secondly, on a more personal
basis, who they believe him to be. The disciples give
Jesus the usual answers from the public: they believe him
to be a prophet, Elijah or John the Baptist. Even their own
answer to the question brings no rebuke from Jesus. They
announce, through Peter, that ‘He is the Christ’. Jesus
uses this answer to begin the first of three teachings of what
the mission and person of the Messiah is all about.
Contrary to the preconceived ideas that the disciples held of
the Messiah being the one to rid their country of Roman rule
and win for them a new era of peace, power and prosperity,
Jesus puts it bluntly to the disciples that the Messiah – the
Son of Man – ‘was destined to suffer grievously, to be
rejected by the elders and chief priests and the scribes,
and to be put to death, and after three days to rise
again’ [v. 30]. Mark tells us that Jesus states this quite
openly and without excuses or even explanations.
Here we experience something quite unusual. Peter takes
Jesus aside and argues with him, wanting Jesus to change
his tune and words. This is a rather strange action on the
part of Peter, since it is unusual for the disciple to take the
master aside and instruct or correct them. This action is
however, significant. Peter’s image of the Messiah did not
include ‘suffering’, ‘rejection’ or ‘being put to death’. For this
reason, we can understand why he is so hostile and
contrary to Jesus’ words. Similarly, we can appreciate the
harsh tone that Jesus takes with regard to Peter’s response
when he says: ‘Get behind me Satan’. In many ways what
Peter was echoing in his words gave rise in Jesus to the
temptations and doubts he may have had regarding his God
given mission. It would have reminded Jesus of his time in
the desert being tempted by Satan and it also prefigures
what will occur at the Garden of Gethsemane. The impact
of One who is innocent of all sin, dying for a sinful humanity
must have resounded in Peter’s remarks.
The next two verses [34-35] however show us something of
the depth of Jesus’ character and leadership. His mention
that those who wish to be his disciples must take up their
cross and follow in his ways alerts us to the fact that Jesus
will never call us to do something that he himself is not
prepared to undergo. In denying oneself, the person is
saying ‘yes’ to Jesus and his ways. In this passage we find
the central meaning of Mark’s Gospel – the fact that
redemption and salvation come to us through self-denial
and total surrender to the ways of Jesus and that secondly,
like Peter we need to be appreciative of the highs and lows
of our discipleship: our yes to Jesus means that we follow
him through suffering and death to resurrection: ‘those who
lose their lives for my sake and for the sake of the
Gospel will save it’ [v.35]. What an incredible vocational
call.
Fr Bob Bossini,
Dean & Parish Priest
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6.00pm Saturday Vigil Mass
7.30am Morning Prayer
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9.30am Mass
11.00am Solemn Mass with Cathedral Choir
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MONDAY TO FRIDAY
6.15am Morning Prayer
6.30am Mass
11.15am Exposition
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SATURDAY
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8.00am Mass
9.30am Mass in ExtraOrdinary Form Latin
8.30am Sacrament of Penance (till 9am)
5.00pm Sacrament of Penance (till 5:30pm)
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Mass at 8.00am (No Adoration or Confession)
LITURGICAL CALENDAR
September
Sun 16 Twenty Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B
Readings: Is 50:5-9; James 2:14-18; Mk 8:27-35
NON LITURGICAL CALENDAR
September
Mon 17 Legion of Mary - 6.30pm-8.00pm - Murphy House
Tues 18 Christian Meditation - 9.30am - Murphy House
Wed 19 Playgroup - 9.30am-11.00am - Cathedral Hall
Fri 28 Novena to Mary Full of Grace - Blessed Sac. Chapel - 7pm-8pm (please note Friday night instead of usual Thursday).
Sun 30 WYD Fundraiser BBQ
Women’s Spirituality Evening - Sat 13 October
7.00pm registration for 7.30pm start.
In a year that has seen a heightened recognition of the incredible work
of Elieen O’Connor and the Brown Nurses of Coogee, we would like to
invite all women to join this evening retreat focused on the spirituality
and the life of Little Mother Eileen.
‘Australia is one step closer to getting its next saint with the Vatican
advancing the cause for the beatification of Sydney woman Eileen
O’Connor by awarding her the title Servant of God’. Extract from Catholic Weekly.
Renowned author and researcher of Eileen’s life, Jocelyn Hedley, guides us through the
struggles, strength, and feminine genius of Eileen O’Connor.
This is a free event.
RSVP via Facebook by clicking ‘going’ at
https://www.facebook.com/events/292023218288165/
Formation Live Christ, Share Christ is holding formation here at St Pat’s.
The topic is ‘Growing in Faith’. These seminars/talks have proved very popular with
numbers increasing (as the temperature also is). We do hope
you can join us.
Date: Friday 28 September 2018
Time: 7.30pm-9.00pm
Venue: St Patrick’s Cathedral Function Room
Presenter: Fr George Azhakath
Keep in your prayers... Fr Eric Burton, first Parish Priest of Christ the King North Rocks, has also passed
away this week. His funeral will be on Tuesday 18 September, 11am, at Christ the King
North Rocks. Please pray for the repose of his soul and for the consolation of his family.
St Vincent de Paul Society
Family Assistance - 1800 606 724
Credo Ministries Facebook: Credo Young Adults Email: [email protected]
Playgroup Facebook: Parramatta St Pat’s Playgroup
Christian Meditation
Tuesdays - 9.30am-10.30am - Murphy House
Legion of Mary - every Monday at 6.30pm-8.00pm
at Murphy House.
For the sick: Leslie Niblett, Felicitas Appathurai, Paul Peters, C Williams, Karmela L, Joanne Uccello, Ruth La Rosa, M Smith, D Alhelo
Special Intentions: M Al Helo, K Hui, M Salazar, S Bui, St Anthony, C M Arbotante, L K-Weilche, Noah Batley, Faye Wilson, P & C Brush, E Sarreal, S Sarreal, M
Lombardi, Raveen Priyamanna, Paul Elogious, Ellis family, Eloise, Kianah Laborte, Baldwin D’Silva, Raveen, F Ticac, A Ramirez, J Carson, S Bui, St Anthony of Padua,
Recently Deceased: Bob Mason, Senjak, B Boyle, L Mabalot, Robert Mason, B Ellis, Fr Eric Burton, Michael Price, John Devlin, Herminia Moran, Rod Leon, John
Devlin, Marguerite Nowlan, Gloria Alfaro, R Henson, A Manabat, Dioscora Mallari, J Watson, M McQueen, Sophie Ellis, Antoine Chau, Antonio Polo, Tim Hogan
Deceased: Love family, Hooper family, C Aguilera, A Newman, K Karam, H Chehade, T Risk, YT & Deanna Hsu, V Gavilla, Euremio, A & C Ramirez, S Whitman
Anniversaries: C Rowan, V Lilley, L Petries, J Wang, G & B Fernandupulle, T Kierdal, J Fung, Agustiu T, R Leon, N Hector, A Tumabini, J Malouf, M Russo,
Lawrance Perren, Rosendo & Maria Arriola, Max Swain, P Ngaholo Lotoaniu, Wilma Flores, B Vakangaholo Loto-Ani, Paulina Vallejo, Emy & Fe Masnulia
Perpetuals: Norm Hector, Sally & Frank Martlew, Sherwood Family, Pat & Jim Hartman, Norm Hector, Royan & Andrews families, Don Andrews, Juliet Noronha, Joseph Malouf, Vimal & Kavitha, Van & Phong Tran, Kaddis family, Marcus Milly, Abel Moses, Anna & Frank Grainda, Frank Agostino, Bernadette Melhen and Sally Boujandy, Jack Barrett, Ann O’Brien, Ian Sanders, Bill & Alice Kendall , Allan Kendall, Maria Patterson & Ellen Bancan, Giuseppina & Giovanni Rechichi, Maurice DeNiese, Fr Bray, Mary Coady, Mary & Jack White, Vincent & Rebecca Vella, Vincent Huang, Townsend, Walter Townsend, Watson Lee, Lucy D’Mello, Ferris Grugeon, McInherny, White, McWilliam and McGuckin families, Mary Abela, Robert Andrews, Sylvester Family, Rogan Family, Adcock, McMillan families, Gabrielle Baker, Paula
Cowling, McDermott & Starr families, Repose of the Souls in Purgatory, Deceased Parishioners of St Patrick’s and St Monica’s.
Cloister Café Goes Alfresco... Today, 16 September after all morning Masses
WHY?
To assist the fundraising efforts of Credo Youth pilgrims hoping to attend WYD Panama in Jan 2019. Buy a tea or coffee from Hospitality Team members for ONLY $1 a cup, before or after you head for the Credo BBQ.
Please be generous and support their cause.
Seeking submissions for the next St Pat’s Matters Children who were confirmed by Bishop
Vincent recently: we’d love to read your
comments about this very important
event in your lives.
Parents: share with the parish family why
you wanted your child confirmed and the importance of your
parental role in your child’s preparation for this sacrament.
All parishioners: share memories of your Confirmation Day
and photos (if you were lucky enough to record the occasion).
Anyone: Stories pertaining to faith, ministry, parish history of
priests, people and special events. Still keen for photos of
First Holy Communion or any photos relating to parish
history.
Email your articles/photos to M. Polizzi at [email protected]
or leave at the parish office in an envelope marked ‘For St Pat’s
Matters’. Deadline Saturday 22nd September, 2018.
Welcomers Wanted We are blessed to have a few
dedicated parishioners
welcoming people arriving for
Sunday Mass at St Pat’s.
They greet them with a smile
and hand them the Bulletin and
Liturgy Guide.
The goal is to be able to have a roster and have welcomers
at three of the entrances to the Cathedral at each Mass.
It’s an easy and fulfilling role.
Interested? Contact Marian Polizzi 9630 4019 or
0418978730 for information.
Sacraments of Initiation Information Evening -
Reconciliation and First Eucharist The next program for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist for children already Baptised will commence in School Term 4. There will be an INFORMATION evening on Tuesday 25th September at 7.30pm in the Cathedral hall for parents who are interested in registering their child/ren for the upcoming program and would like to learn more about the process in St Patrick's Cathedral parish. Please note that children must be 7 years or older to be eligible for the program at this time. For more information regarding the upcoming program for Reconciliation and Eucharist or any other enquires about the Sacraments of Initiation at St Patrick’s Cathedral please contact Meg Gale: [email protected]
Credo Ministries Connecting with our Youth - [email protected] Please email Mindy for more details on Credo Youth Ministries.
Upcoming Events See you at the BBQ after Mass today and on the 30th September. Diocese of Parramatta News
Plenary 2020 Information and Training
Learn about the Australian Catholic Bishops Plenary Council’s impact on you. Receive support to share the Plenary invitation with parish, friends and family. 20 September, 7pm-9.30pm, Parramatta Cathedral Hall 29 September, 10am-12.30pm, St Thomas Aquinas Springwood School Hall (168 Hawkesbury Rd) 29 September, 2pm-4.30pm, Emu Plains School Hall (17 Troy St) RSVP: [email protected] / 8838 3460 with date, time and parish/agency.
Adult Confirmation 2018 The Office for Worship will host a Catechesis and Formation Day
for those candidates interested in receiving the Sacrament of
Confirmation this year. This will be on Saturday 6th October,
9.30am – 2.00pm at IFM (Institute For Mission)
in the Downstairs Room, 1-5 Marion Street,
Blacktown 2148 (off Flushcombe Road). A light
lunch will be provided on the day. It is
recommended that all sponsors attend the
catechesis.
A contribution of $25 is suggested from the
candidates to assist in the overall task of
preparing the candidates for the sacrament. They
may bring this on the Catechesis day.
Please note: A copy of the candidate’s Baptismal Certificate needs
to be sent to the OFW before Monday 24th September, 2018.
Healing after Abortion Rachel’s Vineyard Ministries offers a confidential voicemail
number: 0400 092 555. Healing retreats are held regularly in the
Sydney area offering women and men a spiritual way through grief
and loss. A brochure can be downloaded at the website:
www.rachelsvineyard.org.au
The next healing retreat will be held 16-18 November. The retreat
offers a sanctuary in which to renew, rebuild and redeem hearts
broken by abortion in a safe, supportive, confidential and non
judgmental environment.
Junior Credo: EDGE
Yrs 4-6 Fortnightly on Fridays -
school terms only - 5pm-6pm
Term 3 Junior Credo: 28/9.
Teen Credo
High School Students
2nd & 4th Sunday - 4.00pm-6.00pm
Term 3 Teen Credo: 23/9
Credo St Pats 18-35 Years of Age
1st Fri of the month - 6.30pm
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around us. It provides an opportunity for us to
consider how we can be the presence and wit-
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sions: the first in October 2020 in Adelaide, the
second in May 2021 in Sydney. Approximately
250 people will be delegates attending the Ple-
sense
amongst the people of God in Austral-
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