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SUNDAY READERS AND EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CHURCH
SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
15 FEBRUARY 2015
MASS
TIME
READERS
DATE
VIGIL 6.00PM
8.30AM
10.00AM
CHOIR
10.00AM
CHURCH
CLEANING
CHURCH
FLOWERS
OUR LADY’S
STATUE NO: 1
STATUE NO: 2
ALTAR
SOCIETY
7/8 FEB
M Peebles
M Rolfe
G Harmour
N Lee
H Morell
GROUP
1
GROUP
3
M Turner
14/15 FEB
M Ward
J Ward
Sr R Davis
G Toth
S Lo Cascio
Sr P Bartley
GROUP
3
GROUP
4
F Walles
5th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
YEAR B
Bulletin 7/8 FEB 2015
MINISTERS OF HOLY
COMMUNION
PIOUS GOODS
STALL
7/8 FEB
L Watts
14/15 FEB
J Ward
7/8 FEB
D Mason
14/15 FEB
J Webster
M Burke
Sr R Davis
D Taylor
W Katsoolis
C Gregory
Sr P Bartley
K Knight
A Cartwright
Our Lady Help of Christians Parish
Rosemeadow
Father Christopher G. Sarkis, Parish Priest
Father Hugh Dowdell, Assistant Priest
Presbytery
80 Demetrius Road
Rosemeadow, NSW, 2560
READINGS
7/8 FEB
Job 7:1-4, 6-7
1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23
Mark 1:29-39
14/15 FEB
Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46
1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1
Mark 1:40-45
Office Hours
Tuesday – Thursday
9.00am – 4.00pm (Closed 12.45 - 1.15pm)
Friday 9.00am - 2.30pm
Parish Secretary (Tuesday – Thursday) Mrs Meshline Wolczak
Administrative Assistant (Friday) Mrs Vicki Lo Cascio
Phone: 4628 1385
Fax: 4625 7213
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.olhcrosemeadow.org.au
FEAST DAYS THIS WEEK
E Guntan
A Jachimczak
Tuesday - St Scholastica, virgin;
Saturday - St Cyril, monk; St Methodius, bishop
SUNDAY MASS TIMES
WEEKDAY MASS TIMES
OLHC ROSEMEADOW
ST. BEDE’S APPIN
OLHC ROSEMEADOW
Sat. Vigil:
6.00pm
1st Sunday of each month 5pm.
Tuesday:
6.30pm
Sunday:
8.30am
Wednesday:
9.00am
Sunday:
10.00am
Thursday:
9.00am
VIETNAMESE MASS OLHC
Friday:
8.20am
Saturday:
4.00pm
1st Saturday of the Month:
10.30am
DEVOTIONS
Wednesday:
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 8am – 8.55am before Mass.
Thursday:
Rosary following Mass (Rosemeadow).
Appin: 12 noon to 6.00pm at St. Bede’s Church, Appin.
12 noon: Angelus & Midday prayer; 1.30pm: Rosary; 3.00pm: Afternoon prayer and Divine
Mercy Chaplet; 5pm: Evening prayer 5.40pm: Concluding prayers
1 Friday:
Exposition & Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament 11am – 12 noon;
1st Saturday:
Mass 10.30am
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 11am - 3pm.
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CONFESSIONS, OLHC CHURCH
Saturday: 5.15pm – 5.45pm
Every 1st Saturday 11am – 12 noon
MARRIAGES AND BAPTISMS by appointment
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CONFERENCE Tuesdays 12.30pm in the Presbytery.
Postal Address
PO Box 602
Campbelltown NSW 2560
OLHC School
Principal: Mrs Michelle Rolfe
Phone: 4626 5655 Fax: 4626 7227
PARISH VISION STATEMENT
Our Lady Help of Christians Parish will strive to be a Christ-centred community, led by the
Holy Spirit to bear witness to the Gospel message, nourished and strengthened by the
Eucharist and the Sacraments. Following the model of Mary our Mother, our parish will be a
place of welcome and mutual encouragement to all who seek to love God and their
neighbour, and to manifest this love in their daily lives. In this way we will build up the
Kingdom of God in our local community.
PRAYER TO ST. MICHAEL, THE ARCHANGEL
(Promulgated by Pope Leo XIII)
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil.
May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, cast
into Hell, Satan and all the other evil spirits who prowl through the world, seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
ENTRANCE O come, let us worship God and bow low before the God who made us, for he is the Lord our God.
RESPONSE Praise the Lord who heals the broken-hearted.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Alleluia, Alleluia! He bore our sickness, and endured our suffering. Alleluia!
COMMUNION ANTIPHON Let them thank the Lord for his mercy, his wonders for the children of men, for he
satisfies the thirsty soul, and the hungry he fills with good things.
PLEASE PRAY FOR:
Anniversaries: Cheyne Peter Spilsted; Sarah Russell; Maria Cgohany; Natalia Toth; Apolinario
Abellana; Guido Abellana
Deceased: Deceased Members of the Gregory Family; Holy Souls Charles, Rita & Godwin
Fenech; Hawii, Guillerma and Himaya Luana
Baptisms: Olivia Anne-Lea Hobday; Jasmyn Bella-Amira Rizkallah
EXPOSITION of the Blessed Sacrament before Wednesday Mass 8am – 8.55am.
AN AFTERNOON OF PRAYER each Thursday from 12 noon to 6.00pm at St. Bede’s Church, Appin. Formal prayer times:
12 noon: Angelus & Midday prayer; 1.30pm: Rosary; 3.00pm: Afternoon prayer and Divine Mercy 5pm: Evening prayer;
5.40pm: Concluding prayers.
HAVE YOU CONSIDERED PRIESTHOOD? Are you wanting to commit your life to Jesus Christ and serve God’s people?
Priesthood is a fulfilling and challenging way of life. To know more contact your Parish Priest or Fr Richard Healey on
[email protected] or 0401 621 591, or visit http://dow.org.au/priesthood
NEW ALTAR SERVERS New Altar Servers Training will commence shortly. Training sessions will be each Friday from 4 to
5pm in the Church, commencing on Friday 20 February. Those who wish to train must have made their First Holy Communion
and be regular Mass attendees. A parent or guardian will need to be present at the first session to complete information
details. Please ring the parish office with your name and phone number if you wish to undertake Altar Servers training.
EASTER LITURGY MEETING There will be a liturgy meeting to organise the liturgies for Holy Week and Easter
THIS COMING WEDNESDAY 11 FEBRUARY 8 PM IN THE PARISH OFFICE. It is essential that a representative
from every choir group is present please. Thank you.
OLD PALMS Please start bringing in your old palms from last year so they can be burnt for use on Ash Wednesday. Place in
box at Front Notice Board. Thank you
NEW ROSTER FOR STATUE OF OUR LADY are located at the FRONT NOTICE BOARD. Any Parishioner, who would like
to have one of these statues in their home for a week, can put their name down on the roster. Thank you
INFORMATION DAY FOR YEAR 7 ENROLMENTS FOR 2016 at John Therry Catholic High School, Demetrius
Road, Rosemeadow Saturday 14 February 2015, 10.00am to 2.00pm with an information session at 10.30am in
the school hall. . For further information regarding enrolment please contact the school Secretary, Mrs Josephine
Geer, on 4645 8100 or visit our website www.jtchsdow.catholic.edu.au or email the school at
jtchsdow.catholic.edu.au
LENTEN BOOKS For those who ordered the Lenten Program Book, they have arrived and may be collected from the Parish
Office.
LITTLE BLACK BOOKS These small books which have a reflection for each day of Lent, are now available at the Pious
Goods Stall for the usual price of $4 each.
GETTING TO KNOW YOU GROUP will be meeting Thursday 12 February at 1pm in the parish meeting room. All
welcome
GROUP 2 CHOIR requires more singers. Remember to sing at Our Lord’s Mass, you are twice blessed! For further
information please contact the Parish Office.
OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS CATHOLIC PARISH, ROSEMEADOW SACRAMENT OF FIRST
RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION) 2015 This Sacrament will be celebrated on Thursday 26 March from 4pm. It is
available to all children who are in Year 3 or above and have been baptised. If you wish your child to make this
Sacrament with the option of receiving their First Holy Communion later in the year and did not come to the enrolment
night last year you MUST attend the first lesson for this programme on Saturday 21 February, 2015 commencing at
4.15pm. Children will participate in lessons within the Parish School classrooms, and parents will meet with Father in the
Parish Meeting Room. This is the last opportunity for you to enrol for 2015. The programme fee of $25 is also payable at the first
lesson. NOTE: If you will be enrolling at the first lesson, then please arrive at 3.45pm to the Parish Meeting Room before the
lesson to complete the paperwork. You will need a copy of your child’s birth and baptism certificate to attach to the enrolment form.
Thank you.
STARTING SOON: CATECHESIS FOR ADULTS Many of us have not received any catechesis in our faith since our confirmation or
Communion or marriage classes. Our lives have changed, and we need to grow and mature in our faith as well. All adults (aged 16
years and over) are warmly invited to take the opportunity this Lent to come and listen about how to do this. God knows that He really
loves us, but sometimes we don’t or do not know where to find him. This catechesis is being sponsored and presented by the NeoCatechumenal Way and will be held every Sunday and Thursday evening at 7.30pm – 8.30pm starting Sunday 15 February in the
Parish Meeting Room. Babysitters will be provided for those who require it. All welcome! Spread the word! Contact Fr. Sarkis,
46281385, or Gabriele, 0424 051 916, for further information.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL Conference meets every Tuesday at 12.45pm in the Parish Meeting Room (enter via office). Conference
members also attend the Benevolent Society at 2 Mowbray Road, Rosemeadow, on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 9.30am and
12.15pm, for people needing food and/or clothing assistance. If assistance is needed, anyone can go there. Also, if anyone would like
to join the parish conference, please contact the Parish Office. Thank you.
MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND Spend a weekend with your spouse in a peaceful setting of this weekend enrichment. 6-8
March at Mt Carmel Retreat Centre, Varroville. contact Ardell & Bill Sharpe on 4283 3435 or [email protected]
www.wwme.org.au www.facebook.com/WWMEasternUnit
BILLINGS LIFE: NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING Did you know we offer telephone counselling for all those living in rural and remote
areas? Our accredited tutors can assist you in planning your family naturally to either achieve or avoid pregnancy. To speak to a
tutor please call now. Free Call 1800 335 860
40 DAYS FOR LIFE Commencing 17 February at St Peter's Catholic Church (235 Devonshire St, Surry Hills) 6pm Mass followed by
candle lit procession to Preterm abortuary and concluding with pancake supper. A daily prayer vigil during LENT at the Preterm
abortuary, 1 Randle St, Surry Hills (near Central Station) from 6am - 8pm. Family Life International, 95199111 [email protected] Web:
www.fli.org.au
POSITIONS VACANT: YOUTH MINISTRY SUPPORT, CASUAL ROLES Our Diocesan Youth Office is seeking young, vibrant staff
to work on a casual basis in a team environment assisting with youth ministry in the Diocese of Wollongong. Relevant experience and
training in youth ministry is required and skills in areas such as drama, music, graphic design, event management and administration
are preferred. Hours are flexible, from one day a week, and include occasional evening and weekend work. A driver’s licence is
required. Resumes may be sent to [email protected] and should include Working with Children Check number and three
referees, including your parish priest. The positions would suit university students studying for an appropriate degree or young people
who are already working part-time or casual. Applications close on 27 February 2015. For enquiries, and full position description,
please contact Seth Harsh on 4222 2460.
CCD LEVEL 1 TRAINING COURSE FOR CATECHISTS (including Child Protection and SmartBoard). Macarthur – Highlands:
Each Monday starting 16 February 9.30am - 2.30pm (6 week course on consecutive Mondays) to be held at CCD Resource Centre,
Micah House, 35a Cordeaux Street, Campbelltown. Bookings / questions to Cindy Oliver by 12 Feb on 4640 8550 or
[email protected]
LIGHT TO THE NATIONS YOUTH PILGRIMAGE Come and join 1,000 young people (16-35 and the young at heart, families
welcome) experiencing Easter together in 2015. Witness the liturgy come alive and take part in prayer, pilgrimage, drama,
contemporary music and personal sharing that will revive your faith. You'll never forget it! 2-5 April 2015 in Appin, NSW. More info at
www.lttn.org.au
INTRODUCTION TO PASTORAL CARE Monday 23 February 9am-3:30pm Parish Meeting Room Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish
Varroville. Exploring pastoral care in the context of parish ministry, focusing on the qualities and skills, as well as the spiritual
development required of the pastoral carer. Contact Carmen Karauda on 4640 8515 [email protected] Cost
including lunch is $10. Registration essential to: Helen Bennett on 4222 2403 or [email protected]
DIOCESAN ASSEMBLY Saturday 7 March at St Mary’s Star of the Sea College Hall Wollongong. 10am to 1.30pm.
Registration is essential. Go to http://tinyurl.com/assembly2015 or Contact Helen Bennett on 4222 2403 or [email protected]
CHURCH READERS REQUIRED FOR 10am MASS vacancies have become available for 3 readers at the 10am Mass. If you
are interested in this ministry, please contact the Parish Office. Thank you.
Like St. Paul in the second reading, the good steward can say, “I do
all that I do for the sake of the Gospel in the hope of sharing in its
blessings.”
“The saints do not ask us to applaud them;
they ask that we imitate them.”
Pope Saint John Paul II