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Our Lady of the Most Blessed Sacrament Church Archdiocese of Perth
Western Australia
6th October, 2019 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Year C Next Sunday’s Readings
Habakkuk 1:2-3, 2:2-4 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14
Luke 17:5-10
PARISH OFFICE HOURS Tuesday to Friday 9.00am - 1.30pm
Entry by: 1 Isdell Place, Gosnells
Parish Secretary: Naomi Newman: 9398 2331
Email: [email protected]
Catechist Coordinator Barbara Ingram : 9398 2864
Safeguarding Officers [email protected]
0432 398 973
SVDP Local Contact Genevieve De Souza : 9398 5375
Parish Priest: Fr Philip Perreau [email protected]
Address: 175 Corfield St, Gosnells WA 6110
Alternate Entry by:1 Isdell Place, Gosnells Postal Address: PO Box 297, Gosnells WA 6990
Telephone: 9398 2331
Facsimile: 9398 8491
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.gosnellsparish.org.au
29th September, 2019
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C
Amos 6:1, 4-7 1 Timothy 6:11-16
Luke 16:19-31
God’s purpose for us Gosnells Catholic Parish
St Munchin’s Catholic Primary School
Principal: Mr Robert Romeo 1 Isdell Place, Gosnells
PO Box 172, Gosnells WA 6990 9234 7555
Follow Truth
The words from today’s responsorial Psalm - ‘The Lord shall reign forever’ - proclaim a theme that is like a golden thread woven through the entire Bible, from beginning to end.
God created the world for a purpose. He redeems the world for that same purpose. Jesus reveals this purpose; he is the purpose. In him the Lord shall reign forever. That’s why we call Jesus the Alpha and Omega. By his teaching, and by his life, death and resurrection, Jesus reveals to us that God created humanity in the beginning with a special purpose in mind, a purpose born of love. This means that we ourselves have a purpose. And that purpose is articulated by these words of the Psalm: The Lord shall reign forever. How does this work?
The plan of God for the world and for humanity within it has unfolded over the millennia of human history through the life of a chosen people, the children of Abraham, who are chosen, elected by God, to collaborate in the accomplishment of God’s purpose.
The Bible is a vast library of books, built up through those millennia, telling of the relationship – called a covenant - of companionship and collaboration with God. From Adam to Jesus the covenants which God has forged with human partners form a developing series. As such, the covenants are the historical baseline of the biblical story. They are the road-markers on the journey of the accomplishment of God’s purpose.
The Bible describes five central covenants made between God and humans: The covenant with all creation through Noah, The covenant of election with Abraham, The national covenant with the people of Israel through Moses, The royal covenant with David, and The new covenant of Jesus the Messiah.
As the biblical story unfolds it becomes clear that the common purpose of the covenants is, to use Jesus’ expression, the Kingdom. It is also clear that the covenants are so intimately interconnected that they effectively constitute one covenant unfolding in five stages. Through them God reveals and shares God’s purpose with us, who among all God’s creatures are uniquely called to collaborate in bringing about God’s reign.
So the unity of the biblical story is found in the theme of the reign of God, the Kingdom, and its accomplishment which unfolds through the stages of God’s covenantal companionship and collaboration with humanity, culminating in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.
Jesus’ parable of the rich man and Lazarus in today’s gospel offers us a striking illustration of what God’s reign is like and what it calls us to in our work of collaborating in the coming of God’s reign. Once again Jesus high lights that God’s steadfast love and paramount concern is for the poor and oppressed, the marginalised and the lost. So it should be for us, his followers. W Chris Hackett © Redemptorists 2019
Praying For You
Deceased Merlyn Pereira
Death Anniversary Agnes Fernandez, Colman Fernandez,
Maureen Pereira, Vincent Pereira
Our Sick
Ding Madrigal, Zee Pereira, Maureen Carter, John Warui, Metilde Warui, Con Farano,
Natasha Curran, Diana Chong, Hirute Selassie, Peter Cox,
Mary Hazel Calupig, Margaret Evans, Rose Foti, Rene Priest, Erika Magness, Ian Ballantyne, Mavis Hall, Rose Thomas, Bill Tucker, Ivan de Santos, Mia Griffin
Baptised Recently Aiden Parlyn Cheung
Son of Ada and Howard
Parish Liturgies
Weekend Mass Saturday 6.00pm Vigil Mass, Sunday 7.30am, Sunday 9.30am
Weekday Mass
Monday 8.00am Communion Service (Mass on Solemnity only) Tuesday 6.00pm Mass - 1st Tuesday Mass of Anointing Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday 8.00am Mass Friday 9.00am Mass
Reconciliation Saturday 5.00-5.45pm or anytime by appointment
Buckley Caring Centre 10.00am Mass - Second Thursday of the Month
Juniper Aged Care 11.00am Mass - Third Friday of the Month
Rosary After weekday Masses
Exposition Tuesday 5.00-6.00pm with Benediction, Sunday 6.00 - 7.00pm
Charismatic Prayer Thursday 7.30pm - 9.30pm.
Baptism Sunday at 11.00am, or by arrangement
Marriage By appointment - Minimum SIX MONTHS notice for preparation etc
Rosters for 28/29 September, 2019
Mass Greeters Reader Commentator Acolyte Extraordinary Ministers Altar Servers
Saturday 6.00pm
Rosa Ford Bette Lyra
Lance Dcruz Faye Mitchell Lenny Dcruz Christy Ravanez, Bridget Soh
Ludette Van Der Spil, Remi Biju Sandra Wren, Pam Davies
Ashton Rica-Franca, Joshua Rozario Aya Van Ingen, Dashiell Van Ingen
Angel Villan, Emmanuel Armoogum
Sunday 7.30am
Wendie Almen Jackie Hall
Jeanette Pedulla
Ann Ralston Geoff Mills Chloe Pereira-Smith, Peter Mack
Ann Ralston, Russell Lally Joel Thomas, Josey Thomas Michael Almen, Tom Antu
Sunday 9.30am
Elsie T-Boundy Jackie Vogels
Ciara Jacob Cecilia Jacob Dan Hewitt Servite Sister, Helen Magness
Maureen Byrne, Carolina Hayward
Lorna Mitchell, Geraldine Pereira
John Medrano, Alexandria Newman Nicole Oo, Isabelle Phillips
Erin Pickering, Kervin Sandigan
Tellers next week: Chloe Pereira-Smith, Prisca Pereira, Robert Szlezak Tellers this week: Sidney & Esmie D’Souza, Richard Serrano
Rosters for 5/6 October, 2019
Mass Greeters Reader Commentator Acolyte Extraordinary Ministers Altar Servers
Saturday 6.00pm
Theresa Spicer Sandra Wren
Vilma Lyra Natasha Pinto Colin Loh Lloyd Davies, Cigi Dcruz
Vivian Loh, Faye Mitchell Christy Ravanez, Bridget Soh
Tristan Bettridge, Athena Calupig Patrick Costantino, Lance Dcruz
Leslie Dcruz, Angel Donina
Sunday 7.30am
Yvonne Padua Ann Ralston
Alaster Croning Deb Wild Gerard Peters Rod McAtee, Chloe Pereira-Smith
Ann Ralston, Russell Lally Gabby Keane, Joel Thomas
Josey Thomas, Michael Almen
Sunday 9.30am
Theresa Walker Hanna Allen
Helen Magness Hedwig Kanari Phillip
Magness
Servite Sister, Peta Phillips Silvana Sciorilli, Elsie T-Boundy
Evelyn Yozzi, Joe Yozzi
Yatumika Shelvan, Seren Adams Agna Biju, Juan Carlos Bonlongan
Aron Biju, Khryzia Casas
Feast Days this Week
Sept 30
Mon St Jerome
Oct 1
Tue St Therese of the Child Jesus
2 Wed The Holy Guardian Angels
3 Thu The Blessed Martyrs of Sussex, St Thomas Cantilupe
4 Fri St Francis of Assisi
SVDP Emergency Relief Phone 1300 794 054
Marycare Contact Maureen 9398 7375 Anne 9490 3377
Encounter Myanmar Still two places left on an enlightening journey with the Executive Director of Palms Australia. Travelling November 16-29 2019. Enquire via email: [email protected] or call 02 9560 5333.
New Rosters are available
TELLERS, please collect your copy from the church foyer today. Remember to make your own swaps when necessary. Thank you to all those who serve their parish through this ministry.
Parish Safeguarding Officers The Perth Catholic Archdiocese is committed to the safety and security of all children and young people. If you have any safety concerns about a person in the parish or about a child protection or child safety issue,
you can discuss it with the Parish Safeguarding Officers. Phone 0432 398 973 or email [email protected]
This Friday First Friday Coffee Corner First Friday of every month in our Parish Centre. 8.30 -11am. For everyone! Treat yourself to some time out, come relax and enjoy! This Friday, 4th October.
Generations of Excellence Since 1888
For any information or personal assistance please call David Bianchini
Manager Cannington Office Tel: 9461 7133
STONE KITCHEN BENCH TOPS
08 6161 1969 [email protected] 24 Kembla Way, Willetton www.mastertops.com.au
“Our Family Caring for Your Family”
A WA Family Owned Christian Funeral Home
All Hours (08) 9459 2846
Sidney D’Souza Independent Contractor
Mobile 0424 950 611 [email protected]
Fully insured + National Police Cleared FREE Quotes + Seniors Discount
FAST EFFECTIVE & AFFORDABLE Tile and Grout Cleaning Perth
Sealing of Grout lines Cleaning and sealing of natural stone
Porcelain wax removal and sealing Grout colour sealing
Problem solving Grout repairs
Antislip treatment
Seniors / Pensioners / Parishioners discounts apply
Call Norman & Cheryl 9390 4834 Friendly / Efficient / Affordable
Stargate Shopping Centre 2784 Albany Hwy, Kelmscott
Dry Cleaning Laundry Ironing Alterations Key Cutting Services
Wills Probate Family Law Debt Recovery
Fr John Rea Healing Ministry New Zealand priest, Fr John Rea SM, will be here in our parish on Monday, 30th September celebrating Mass and presenting a healing service. Fr John is world renown for the Spiritual Gift of Healing, with which he is so abundantly blessed. The evening commences with praise at 7.30pm, followed by Mass and the Healing Service. Contact Dan on 0409 849 049 or [email protected] for more information.
Living St Therese’s Way Of Trust And Love In Times Of Darkness Catholic Mission presents this retreat on the Feast of St Therese of Lisieux at Infant Jesus Church in Morley Tuesday, 1st October. Starting with a 9am mass and finishing around 1pm with morning tea provided. The retreat will be co-directed by Emeritus Archbishop Barry Hickey and Dr Michelle Jones. See bulletin board for more Information. RSVP to Francis: [email protected] or 9422 7933. NB The relics of St Therese of Lisueux will be coming to our parish in May next year.
Prayer Service St Mary’s Cathedral All parishioners are invited to join Rev Donald Sproxton VG and heads of Churches and leaders of other faiths at St Mary’s Cathedral today at 3pm to pray for the parliamentarians who are debating the proposed Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation.
Thank You Thank you to Alex Liyanage for organising the Volunteers Thanksgiving Dinner, to the Youth and all those who helped set up and clean up. Thanks also to everyone who attended to make this a most memorable evening.
Social Justice Sunday The Australian Bishops’ Social Justice Statement is available in the foyer. It addresses issues relating to social media. Please take a flyer or brochure today.
New Councillors Needed Parish Council Members are chosen to reflect the diversity of the parish, to represent different groups, to reflect and to offer suggestions to help the parish grow as a community of faith. Nomination forms are available in the foyer. Completed forms should be handed to Fr Philip or left at the Parish Office by Friday 25th October.
Parish Annual General Meeting Sunday, 27th October after 9.30am Mass. Please do come and support our parish to share a common vision for the future.
Retreat for Acolytes There are openings for our Parish Acolytes to join The Knights of The Southern Cross -Branch 34 for a day retreat to be held on Saturday 12th October at the Vincentian Centre Byford. Call Gerry Peters on 0404 108 749 or 9490 1730 for more information.
Vinnies Car Sleep Out
A very big Thank you to all who participated, donated and supported the Gosnells Vinnies Car Sleep Out on Saturday 21st September. A total of $4000 was raised to assist the Homeless and Disadvantaged in the community. Your generosity and compassion allowed us to reach a figure beyond our expectations. Thank you Fr Philip and Fr Hieu for your participation and support. God bless everyone for making this event so successful.
Soccer Tournament Sacred Heart, Thornlie Youth have organized another soccer tournament for 13th October. Whether you’re a player or spectator, all are welcome. There will be lots of food and drinks on sale, along with plenty of games and activities. If you’re keen to play, we are looking for mixed teams of 5-7 players aged 15+. Please register in the foyer for our soccer team! Registration closes Sunday 29th September!
Our Parish Columbarium A sacred place for all parishioners and former parishioners and their families.
Brochures are available in the foyer.
BULLETIN ADVERTISING
SPACE AVAILABLE Contact the Parish Office
Golden Age Club The next Club Day is in the Parish Centre on Tuesday, 1st October with indoor activities from 9am. Enjoy card games, carpet bowls, fellowship. BYO lunch. All parishioners 50 years and over are welcome to attend.
Altar Servers’ Outing There will be an altar servers meeting and outing on Thursday, 3th October from 9.30am to 2.00pm. Please register in the foyer and parents, please fill out the permission slip. We are also looking for parents who can help with transport.
Adult Faith Formation Seminars Advent time comes to question our expectations for the future of our life. Are we afraid of what our existence will face? Is Jesus Christ the person we are waiting for? Join Mr Paolo Sala as we explore how the teachings of the Church help us to see the great things that God has prepared for us. Advent 2019: Christ and the Future of our Life. Tuesdays, 19 November – 3 December from 7:30pm – 9:00pm (3 sessions). Kelmscott Parish, 42 Streich Avenue, Kelmscott. Suggested donation $15.
Praying Our Experiences Memories of Weakness and Littleness. Praying our Experiences is a directed contemplative gathering, with personal reflection time. It uses Catholic-Christian sacred texts, tradition and experience to discern God’s call to us, both as a faith community and individually, in the everyday. Friday, 27th September, 10.30am-12noon. RSVP by Tuesday, 24 September on (08) 9334 0999, [email protected] Mary MacKillop Centre, 16 York Street, South Perth. Parking on York Street or use public transport Bus 34, King Edward Street, nearest York Street.
The Australian Catholic Youth Festival (ACYF) Early Bird for ACYF has been extended to the end of the September! Still in doubt whether you should attend the largest Catholic youth gathering in Australia? Visit www.acyf.org.au, see one of the Youth Leaders or Fr Philip after Mass for more information.
Why Be Catholic? Presents EPHPHATHA, October 17th - 19th at Corpus Christi College, Bateman. Be open to the Spirit. What or who is this Spirit? This year you are invited to an amazing few days of prayer and discovery that will draw you into a deeper relationship with Christ and to be a beacon of hope to those around you. Pick up brochure from the foyer for more information.
October The Month Of The Holy Rosary The Rosary will be prayed in the Schoenstatt Shrine every Saturday at 3pm, 9 Talus Dr, Mt Richon. All welcome! Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary 0417 738 339 www.schoenstattwa.org.au
A Weekend For Your Marriage Are you looking for a weekend where you can spend time with your spouse, free from the usual distractions and focus on just the two of you. Remember the early days of your marriage when just being together was most important. The Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend has the same focus. The weekend centres entirely on your relationship. There is NO GROUP sharing on the weekend. We invite you to join us at Marriage Encounter Weekend October 18th-20th at Mandurah or March 28th-29th, 2020 at Bateman. For more information or booking contact Valerie & Brendon on 0424 220 625, email [email protected] or visit www.wwme.org.au
Charismatic Renewal Healing Mission New Zealand priest, Fr John Rea SM, will be conducting a Healing Mission over the 5 nights, Mon 30th Sep - Fri, 4th Oct at various parishes. Evenings will include Praise, Mass and the healing service. Fr John is world renown for the Spiritual Gift of Healing, with which he is so abundantly blessed. All evenings commence at 7.30pm, followed by Mass and the Healing Service. See bulletin board for other Parish dates. For further information phone Dan on 0409 849 049 or [email protected]
Catholic Faith Renewal Invites you to bring your Family & Friends to enjoy this evening of Songs of Praise & Prayer at 7pm, Thanksgiving Holy Mass at 8pm, followed with a talk by Sean Fernandez on “Euthanasia, Human Dignity & Vulnerability” fellowship & light supper. Friday 4th October, St John & Paul’s Church, Pinetree Gully Rd, Willeton.
