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ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE NEWSLETTER
5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
8th FEBRUARY, 2015
MA SS/LITURGY
CA LENDAR
YEAR B
Dear Parishioners,
Jesus’ preaching and cures make such a deep impression on the people of
MONDAY 9th FEB:
9.10am Mass
7.00pm Rosary
Capernaum that everybody is looking for him. In the midst of all the acclaim,
Jesus withdraws so He can be alone with His Father in prayer. There he discerns
that he must continue His preaching elsewhere because that is why He came.
TUESDAY 10th FEB:
10am Mass
We too need prayer to enable us to discern what really matters in life.
WEDNESDAY 11th FEB:
9.10am Mass
10.30am Mass at
St. Thomas’ Retirement
Village
THURSDAY 12th FEB:
No Service
FRIDAY 13th FEB:
10.00am Mass
May I thank you all for your kind welcome to me as your Parish Priest. I really
look forward to being a part of this faith-filled community.
May the Lord continue to shower many blessing upon you all as you journey
through life.
Fr. Terry, msc
(ONLY A 12PM MASS ON
1ST FRIDAY OF MONTH)
P.S. The person who volunteered to do the overheads at 10.30am Mass, could
SATURDAY 14th FEB:
10.00am Reconciliation
6.30pm Mass
you please approach Fr. Terry or Fr. Frank and pass on your contact details.
Thank You
SUNDAY 15th FEB:
8.30am, 10.30am
and 5.00pm Mass
A TIME TO REFLECT…………..
Lord, when we are wrong, make us willing to
change, And when we are right, make us
easy to live with.
Liturgy - 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B
Entrance Antiphon: Ps 94:6-7
O come, let us worship god and bow low
before the God who made us, for he is the
Lord our God.
First Reading: Job 7:1-4,6-7
I am filled with sorrow all day long.
Gospel: Mark 1:29-39
He cured may who suffered from diseases of one
kind or another.
Responsorial Psalm: Ps 146:1-6
Praise the Lord who heals the brokenhearted.
A Vocation
View:
The afflicted Job in the Old
Testament thinks that his life is
like dust in the wind; his restlessness depicting the sorrow
and sadness afflicting society
today. Are we prepared for the
task ahead? To heal the broken hearted, to bind up all
their wounds? How do you
choose to respond?
Please remember the
following in your
prayers...
Sick: Fr. Chris Murphy,
Br James Maher, Kevin
Dwyer, Therese Irwin,
Kevin Patterson, John
Francis, Germaine
Symonds, Patrick Johnston, Dao Le, Ron
McDonald, Irene Arthur,
Luigi D’Aloisio,
Elaine O’Hea, Chris
Leach, Ian Arelette &
Mark Crowe
Recently Dec’d:
John Bertrand
Funeral Notice:
Second Reading: Cor 9:16-19, 22-23
Punishment will come to me if I do not preach
the Gospel..
OPENING TIMES:
BEFORE & AFTER MASS
Last chance to purchase
New Compass Magazine - $3 each
Communion Antiphon: Ps 106:8-9
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.
All enquiries re Youth Ministry activities can be
directed to the Parish Office.
PIETY STALL
Columban Calendars $9 each
Gospel Acclamation: Mt 8:17
Alleluia, alleluia!
He bore our sickness,
and endured our suffering.
Alleluia!
CATECHETICS PROGRAM: Children in
Years 2-6 attending government
primary schools are invited to join our after school RE
classes in 2015. Enquiries can be made to the Parish
Office on 9878 –0818.
Annals Magazine -$2 each
Br. James CD’s available
Greeting Cards hand-made by
Sr. Angelica of the Disciples of Divine
Friends of Same East Timor
Ground Coffee @ $7.50ea
Pocket sized hand carved
NZ crosses at $8.95ea
AUSTRALIA’S REFUGEE CRISIS:
WHAT NOW?
On Thursday Feb. 19th at 7.30pm at
Yarra Theological Union Study Centre
(best entry via 34 Bedford St)
Box Hill. An evening with Phil
Glendenning who is President of the
Refugee Council of Australia and
Director of Edmund Rice Centre for
Justice & Community Education,
Sydney.
Entry free. Donation welcome.
WHAT IS THE STARFISH PROJECT?
The project has been running for 3 years now providing a
much needed and appreciated Gardening Service to a
group of residents at St Thomas’ Retirement Village on a
monthly bases.
Adults and youth (from Year 3 and above) meet Saturday
morning—to do weeding, planting, sweeping and tidying
for Villagers who can’t do their own gardening. Finishing
by 11.30am for morning tea, which is provided by the residents.
Starfish Project provides an opportunity to prove to the
wider community the importance our young parishioners
can play in parish life.
Come join us on Saturday 14th February.
Contact: Maria Bardsley 0403 354 584
Anniversaries:
James Heywood , Louie PROJECT COMPASSION FOR LENT
Gonzales, Denver Spring Please note Project Compassion boxes will
be available from the week-ending
14th & 15th February in the Church Foyer.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY—SPECIAL EVENING
MEETING
On Monday 16th February at 7.30pm in the Crying
Room - St Thomas Church, a one off special invitation
and occasion to offer parishioners and St Thomas’
school parents the opportunity to witness a regular
working meeting of the Vinnies—”What’s it all about?”
Duration will be one hour and obviously there is no
follow up obligation.
“Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the
kingdom of God” (Luke 6:20)
Gary Harkin, President Blackburn Conference
STEWARDSHIP CORNER
CATECHETICS CLASSES:
Tuesdays 4pm-5pm (during School Terms)
FIRST FRIDAY PARISH MASS & LUNCHEON:
First Friday of the month starts at 12noon.
CHILDREN’S LITURGY:
Sundays at 10.30am Mass. During School Terms only.
CHRISTIAN MEDITATION AFTERNOON/EVENINGS:
Tuesdays at 7.30pm in the Quiet Room of the Church.
Contact Phil Collins on 0410 668 140 or email at
[email protected] New comers most
welcome.
Monday afternoons at 4pm at the Retirement
Village Centre. Contact Geni Hunt on 9802 2078 or email:
[email protected]
In today’s Gospel reading we see a perfect example of stewardship.
Jesus gives His time to do all that God wishes—healing the sick
and preaching. Yet, Jesus also makes time to be alone in prayer. It
is through prayer, spending time with God, that we find the
strength to do what God wishes us to do. Be sure to find time
every day to be with God.
ST. THOMAS’ PLAYGROUP:
On Wednesdays at 9.15am till 11am. Location front Portable at the
school. All families with pre-school children (0-4yrs) are very welcome. Please bring a piece of fruit for each child. Please contact Julie
O’Donnell on 0434 408 122.or email [email protected]
(During School Terms)
Anyone wanting Spiritual Direction can enquire
at Parish Office on Ph.: 9878 0818.
St. Thomas’ Social Scene What’s On……….
SPOT: PAINTING AND
SKETCHING….
Is held on the 2nd Wed. of the
month and starts back on 11th Feb
at 9.30am at 4 Wellington Ave.
Contact Marie 9878 0319
New comers always welcome.
BUS TRIP—3 DAY ALBURY,
BEECHWORTH & BRIGHT TOUR
From Monday 30th, Tues 31st
March and Wed. 1st April 2015.
Two nights accommodation at Burvale Motor
Inn, Albury. Cost: $247 p/person & $70 single
supplement.
Bookings: ASAP—Yvonne & Peter on
9877-3360. Payment no later than 15th
March 2015. Itinerary on Noticeboard in
Church Foyer.
CARDS NIGHT/ SCRABBLE NIGHT
Is held on the 1st Thursday of the month.
We start back on Thursday 5th February.
Contact for Cards Don & Pat 9878 4790
Contact for Scrabble Maureen 9884 4376
BIBLE STUDY GROUP….
Starts back for 2015 on Thursday 19th Feb. at
7.30pm in the Presbytery Meeting Room.
Make a New Years Resolution and come along!
For further details contact Quentin (9877 5906) or any
member of the BSG.
FEAST DAY - ST JOSEPHINE BAKHITA
His Holiness, Pope Francis, has on Sunday 8th February, 2015,
declared as “WORLD DAY OF PRAYER, REFLECTION AND ACTION
AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING”.
St Josephine Bakhita (an enslaved woman), who died 8th February, 1947, was born in Southern Sudan in 1869, and during her
life experienced kidnapping and slavery. Following her delivery
to freedom , Josephine dedicated her life to sharing her story
and to supporting the poor and suffering. She eventually became a Canossian Sister, living a life of prayer and service for 50
years. She was canonised in 2000.
FILM NIGHT:
Will be on the 27th Feb. For our
first film night for 2015, to see the
sequel to “The Second Best Exotic
Marigold Hotel”. At 6.30pm (approx.)
at Pinewood Theatre, Waverly..Cost $8.50ea
including a light supper. Contact Dorothy
9893 3341 or Rhonda 9894 0176.
WATCH SPACE
EVENTS…...
FOR UPCOMING
PRAYER FOR PEACE
God of hope and peace, be the spirit of wisdom,
reconciliation and justice in the words and actions of the
leaders of all nations. Protect those communities affected
or threatened by violence in troubled areas. May the
memories of those who have died urge all people towards
an international community of security and peace. Mary
Help of Christians, pray for us.
IMPORTANT NOTICE SCHOOL STARTS BACK
MONDAY 2nd FEB.
All parishioners: Please be mindful of School Children and
Parents when driving in and out of the church driveway/
grounds during drop-off and pick-up times. Many thanks.
URGENT—CATECHETICS PROGRAM
We are in urgent need of someone who can help out
with the Confirmations program for Catechetics. Please
contact the parish office on 9878-0818.
ST THOMAS THE
APOSTLE PARISH
57 CENTRAL ROAD
(PO BOX 395),
BLACKBURN
ROSTERS FOR WEEKEND OF THE 14th & 15th Feb. 2015 Year B
Mass
Commentators
Lectors
Special
Ministers
Altar Servers
Welcoming
Committee
6.30pm
B. McLellan
M. Easton
J. Philp
D. Murray
Jan Gaffy
Please Help
Where possible
until new roster
M & M Ransom
8.30am
P. Collins
F. D’Souza
F. Winter
D. Murray
F. D’Souza
R. Johnson
10.30am
A. O’Hea
V. Hawkins
M. O’Loughlin
J. Jennings
Y. Reidy
P. Dempsey
5.00pm
P. Fulton
K. Simpson
Josie De Fina
PARISH PRIEST –
Fr. Terry Bowman MSC
ASSISTANT PRIEST &
FORMATOR:
Fr. Frank Dineen, MSC
PARISH PHONE:
9878 0818/9877 7693
PARISH FAX:
9877 9519
PARISH EMAIL:
[email protected]
Children’s Liturgy: Leader: Rosanna Korporaal
Web:
Piety Stall: Team 2
Money Counters: Team 4
www.stthomastheapostle.org.au
ST.VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY:
PARISH
SECRETARIES:
Susan Collins, Luise
Hendricks & Luisa May
Call Centre for assistance – 1300 305 330
Weekdays 10am-3pm.
PASTORAL
ASSOCIATE:
Sr. Marg Burchell
Ringwood Centre Ph. 9870 9124,
Unit 1B/76-82 Maroondah Hwy Ringwood.
(cnr Murray Pl.)
Furniture & White goods pickup
-1800 621 349
PARISH PASTORAL
COUNCIL :
Joan Morgan
9877 3472
SCHOOL PHONE:
9878 8268
SCHOOL FAX:
9878 1233
SCHOOL EMAIL:
[email protected]
Web:
www.stblackburn.catholic.edu.au
FIRST AID EQUIPMENT
Attention Parishioners: A First Aid kit
is available in the Kitchen on the
bench top.
First Aid items (blankets etc.) which are
provided by the Church are stored in a large
plastic tub in the crying room (right sliding
cupboard.)
ARCHDIOCESE OF MELBOURNE
POSITIONS VACANT NOTICE
Please check our Notice board in the
Narthex for positions/jobs that are available
for interested persons.
MATHS TUITION
A fully registered Math's Teacher with 25 years
experience. Please call Andrew on 9894-7893.
Specialty in VCE 11-12 (can also help with
Yrs. 6-10 Math's)
LOST PROPERTY LOCATED BY NOTICE BOARD.
PLEASE CHECK IF ANY ITEMS BELONG TO YOU.
MANY THANKS PRESBYTERY OFFICE .
A Prayer for Priests
God, grant them the joys of their
vocation, health of mind, body and spirit; a
strong faith and a light heart to do the
Lord’s work in this world; and the love and
support of their friends, family and
parishioners. Holy Spirit, guide them and
give them grace. Amen
NEED A HAIRCUT? OR A QUICK TRIM?
Please call Esme on 0421 132 356
Competitive Prices for Ladies/Gents/Children.
Able to come to you.
FOLLOW THE WAY OF YOUR HEART!
Heart of Life Spirituality Centre, 96 Albion road,
Box Hill, (9890 1101)
Invites you to: The Beginning of the Year
Blessing Ritual at 2.30pm followed by
afternoon tea on Sunday Feb. 22nd.
To follow the way of your heart, come and
discover what’s available; a peaceful space for
reflection, spirituality programs, reflection days,
spiritual direction and individual live-in retreats.
YARRA THEOLOGICAL UNION 2015
COURSES
Brochures and handbook available in
Narthex for your perusal. Located at
98 Albion Road, Box Hill.
Phone 9890 3771 for more info.
Time for a cuppa and a chat
after Mass………..