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St Bernard’s Church 4 Klumpp Rd., U.M.G.
St Martin’s Church Cnr Logan & Chester Rds
Eight Mile Plns, Bne.
St Catherine’s Church 388 Newnham Rd., Wishart.
PARISH PRIEST Fr Patrick Molony
ASSOCIATE PASTOR Fr Stephen Kumyangi
PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Mrs Trish Stapleton [email protected]
PASTORAL MINISTERS VOLUNTEERS E: [email protected]
YOUTH & YOUNG PEOPLE Edwin Pereira E: yaya.umg @bne.catholic.net.au
PARISH MANAGER Mignon Telford E: [email protected]
PARISH OFFICE Michelle Baldi Lorraine Neagle Phone: (07) 3849 7158 Emergency: 3830 5178 Fax: (07) 3849 8742 E: [email protected]
Website:http://umgwcatholic.org.au/ F: Like us: http://www facebook.com/umgwparish
DEANERY www.parishes.bne.catholic.
net.au/south/index.html
ST VINCENT DE PAUL Welfare: 3010 1096
ST BERNARD’S SCHOOL 1823 Logan Rd., U M G Phone: 3849 4800
ST CATHERINE’S SCHOOL 388 Newnham Rd., Wishart Phone: 3349 7188
CLAIRVAUX MACKILLOP COLLEGE
24 Klumpp Rd., U M G Phone: 3347 9200
NEWSLETTER 8/9 July 2017
FOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME/A READINGS: Zechariah 9:9-10; Romans 8:9, 11-13
GOSPEL: Matthew 11:25-30
Upper Mt Gravatt Wishart Parish
Guided by the Holy Spirit, we aim to be an evangelising, faith-filled parish whose members care for one another and are welcoming and inclusive.
Adapted from Richard Leonard SJ LiturgyHelp.com
Our faith is not about praying away our problems or fears
Before I said my first Mass an old priest gave me two great pieces of advice. ‘You know when the congregation is filled with optimists. After a long series of announcements at the end of Mass and then you say, “and finally...” people take out their car keys!’
The second was, ‘Never underestimate the burdens people bring with them into the church. Often we have little idea of the difficulties and pain our parishioners will be carrying.’
I have no idea what you have brought with you to Mass today. I can only imagine the anxiety and burden some of you are carrying. Whatever it is, Jesus invites you to let go of it, if only for a while, and be at peace.
Now all this ‘come and rest a while’ talk can be very pious and not sound all that in touch with reality.
Today's Gospel, however, came from the community of the Apostle Matthew and was written in Jerusalem about 45 years after Jesus' death. We know that this community experienced intense suffering and heavy burdens.
They had been expelled from the Synagogue and were being martyred for their faith in Jesus Christ.
No wonder they held so strongly to the words, ‘Come to me all you who are weary and heavy burdened and I will give you rest.’ And they found consolation in Jesus' example, ‘take my yoke upon you and learn from me for I am gentle and humble in heart.’
Since the first century, however, Christianity has been guilty of trying to spiritually wallpaper over some tough realities rather than preaching that God is our companion in facing up to whatever our reality is and dealing with it.
Our faith is not about praying away our problems or fears and wishing it were otherwise. Our faith means we have experienced the love of God in Jesus Christ so that we never carry our burdens alone. God is our companion and guide and this parish Community, as with every Christian community, is called to be the sort of place where we carry each other's burdens and rest with each other awhile.
What we celebrate here each Sunday is that God will have the last word, a just, joyous, loving and peaceful word, in this world and when we enter our final rest.
Whatever burden you may have brought with you, may you know a moment's rest, the companionship of fellow travellers and the gift of Christ's peace.
At all Masses on the weekend of the 22/23 July. An excellent way for you to find out exactly
what it is you are asked to be part of. All groups will be represented.
Discover what you need to do to become involved. Please take some time to wander around
and have a look at the displays.
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Australia Church Women
FELLOWSHIP DAY
We seek to unite people across denominational boundaries to promote peace and understanding and unity through faith and love in one God-Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Friday 28 July 11.30 am, Yeronga Uniting Church, Kadumba St, Yeronga
OR Friday 28 July 10.00 am,
The Salvation Army Community Ch, 1-9 MacArthur St, Alexandra Hills.
ALL WOMEN AND MEN WELCOME.
BAPTISMS Congratulations to Elora Olivieri Seijas, daughter of Claudio & Romina; Finn
O’Shaughnessy, son of Patrick & Hannah; Isabel McGibbon, daughter of Terence & Lechani; Hunter Jefferies, son of Jaiden & Adriana; Isabella Flood daughter of Adrian & Mahrea. They will be baptised this Sunday in St Bernard's Church.
READERS ROSTER - 16 July 2017 St Bernard’s: Luke Lim, Margaret
Beiers, Joseph Cosico; Greg Marshall, Lyn Allsop, Irene Lam; Vikki Enright,
Veena Rasquinha, Kay Cook; Patrick Vialle, Liz Ryan, Robert Baldi. St Martin’s: Andrea Otto, Robyn Otto,
Grace Guarrera. St Catherine’s: Darryl Petersen, Joanne
Blanchfield, Brian Rayfield; Hannah Sisson, Kathleen Sisson, Epifanio
Pereira.
Upper Mt Gravatt Wishart Parish
PLANNED GIVING PROGRAM Today we will hear from members of our Parish Finance Council regarding the financial stewardship of our parish. The Finance Council works with Fr Pat to ensure our parish has the necessary resources to carry out its mission, relying on the financial support of the parishioners. As we listen today, may we be helped to focus on how we can make a commitment to our parish
effort of sharing the gospel message with all in our community by ensuring the material resources necessary for this are provided. We are indebted to all those who have contributed to our Planned Giving over the decades. Inevitably though, each year we do lose some valued contributors. So a warm invitation is extended to parishioners who have not had the opportunity to be involved, and with existing contributors help maintain the effectiveness of our program and cover that natural attrition. During the past year, as in other years, some planned expenses were deferred as evidenced in the attached figures. Please make our pastoral effort fruitful through a loving, infectious faith. Help us work towards a financially vibrant and viable future for our three communities by participating in our planned giving program.
UPPER MT GRAVATT WISHART PARISH SUMMARY FINANCIAL REPORT
Income Actual 2016 Budget 2017 C & K Lease 16816.00 19700.00
Candle money 8169.00 8250.00
Columbarium Income 7474.00 7000.00
Communications Tower 47382.00 48750.00
OSHC Disbursements 113726.00 80000.00
Donations & Spec Collections 59606.00 37750.00
Hall Rental 20156.00 20000.00
Parish Groups income 19549.00 20000.00
Insurance Rebates 2265.00 750.00
Interest 14657.00 15000.00
Loan agreement paid 8365.00 0.00
Rates Refund 35969.00 39000.00
Relig & Sac Programs 1720.00 1500.00
Parish Collections 540736.00 525000.00
Parish vehicle sale 0.00 7500.00
Youth 225.00 500.00
TOTALS $ 896,815.00 $ 830,700.00
Expenditure Actual 2016 Budget 2017
Administration Costs 37666.00 40000.00
Archdiocesan Levies 102549.00 108339.00
Choir Expenses 3026.00 3000.00
Church Supplies & Equip 5706.00 8500.00
Clergy & Household Expenses 79053.00 93900.00
Columbarium Expenses & Renewal 2391.00 37500.00
Contract Maintenance 20780.00 25500.00
Donations & Special Collections 5933.00 20000.00
Entertainment/Hospitality 2265.00 5000.00
Fixed Costs 92305.00 100800.00
Parish Group Expenses 21359.00 20000.00
Pastoral & Religious Supp/Services 16415.00 22500.00
Property/Building & Maintenance 30098.00 119400.00
Sal & Wages 221651.00 223000.00
Bank Charges, Interest & Subs. 2163.00 2500.00
Youth Ministry Services 2202.00 2500.00
TOTAL $ 645,562.00 $ 832,439.00
Surplus/Deficit $ 251,253.00 -$ 1,739.00
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Upper Mt Gravatt Wishart Parish
CRAFT GROUP NEWS St Martin’s craft stall The Parish Craft and Company Group
will be holding their craft stall at St
Martin’s this Sunday 9 July, before and
after 8.00 am Mass. We have even more
bargains to keep you warm or help with
gift buying. See you there!!
BOOKS FOR JULY This month we have selected
books from our collection that
give added insight into the
Gospel of Matthew. They are an aid to
understanding the teaching of Matthew,
and the people for whom he wrote, as
well as identifying the challenges that are
presented to the modern day reader.
BRISBANE CATHOLIC HISTORICAL SOCIETY Please note the upcoming topic of
interest on Tuesday August 1 has a
regional flavour - “The Grail in Mac-
kay” , presented by Mrs Jan
O’Donoghue.
The Brisbane Catholic Historical Society
meets 5.30 pm in the Hanly Room of the
Francis Rush Centre, besides the
Cathedral of St Stephen. Annual
Membership of the Society is $35 per
person/family. Meetings are also
scheduled for October and December.
CATHEDRAL COFFEE LOUNGE Volunteers urgently needed. Are you
looking for an opportunity to help
others? The Cathedral Coffee Lounge
(Penola Place) is in need of volunteers
(Mondays & Tuesday are of greatest
need). One day a week or fortnight,
10.30 am - 2.30 pm would be the hours.
Call in and meet Marj the Manager. For
more information, Sandy 0407 791 833.
WOMEN’S NIGHT OF SPIRITUALITY St Ignatius Parish Toowong
Tuesday 5 September, 7.30pm,
Stuartholme School Chapel. St Ignatius Parish Toowong is very
pleased to be able to continue to hold this
annual event as a legacy of the work of
Fr Peter Quin sj.
More details will follow soon.
WE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED Especially Duilio ’Danny’ DiSandro
(father of Russel & Theresa), Patricia
Hunt, Melissa Robertson, Maria
Sciacca, Kevin Harman, Madelina Le,
Lionel Berlouis, Sr Sheila Larkin olsh,
and Maria Puhalovic, who have died
recently, also Nell Campbell, Maud
Tully, Steven Laycock, Don Blundell,
Pat Fernon, Merle Davidson, Susanna
Johnson, Sanny-Anne McGeorge, Judy
Pattinson, Keith Waterworth, Brian
Lawton, Dr Hilary & Cleta Desouza,
Rita Galea, Simon Tinh, Laura Sim,
Charles & Scott Sullivan, Michael,
Manuela, Santo, Rodolfo & Luisa
Cassarino, Charles & Caterina Doyle,
Filomena Portlock, Robert & Natalina
Woods, Josephine Hanmore, Fred &
Maria Manson, Mary Clare Michie,
Harriet Beane, May, Bill, Norine, John
& Pat Ingham, Lina Mazzocchi, Mario
Tornabene , Pa t r i c i a Pa lumbo ,
Margareta Szpaczek, Sue Hambling and
deceased members of the Ingham,
Thomas, Sladen, Jeremiah, Meyer,
Moses & Edwards families whom we
remember at this time.
MASS THIS WEDNESDAY There will be NO 7 pm evening Mass
this Wed. 12 July. Mass as usual at
7 am, St Catherine’s Church.
COMMUNITY MEETINGS St Catherine’s
Community Meeting
Tuesday 11 July at 7 pm,
St Catherine’s Hall
St Martin’s Community Meeting
Monday 17 July at 7 pm ,
St Martin’s Church.
SENIORS COACH TOURS Star Buffet at Seagulls
Thursday 13 July
Come along and enjoy a dining
experience. Travel via the Gold Coast
Highway to Tweed Heads for lunch.
Cost $45. Bus leaves St Bernard's
8.30 am. Bookings 3349 8198.
Mt Nathan Winery,
Gold Coast Hinterland,
Wednesday 26 July Tour, morning tea & lunch
included for $40. Bookings
Maureen 3343 3144.
Stamps for the Columban Missions can
be left in the box at St Catherine’s.
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER A weekend away for
married couples in
peaceful, picturesque
surroundings – away from the
distractions of everyday living. Take
time out of your busy schedule, to
invest in your most precious asset . . .
your Marriage! This is a unique
opportuni ty to recharge your
relationship batteries, refocus on each
other and fall in love all over again!
Our next weekend will held 4 to 6
August, Santa Teresa Spirituality
Centre, Ormiston (on Brisbane’s
bayside). Contact: Maria and David
Murphy, 3342 1456.
W: www.wwme.org.au.
POSITION VACANT Part Time Parish Secretary
Applications are open for a position at
the Cannon Hill Catholic Parish. A
person with excellent administration
and secretarial skills is required for a
part time position of parish secretary.
For more information, please contact Fr
Mark Percival on 3899 2837.
CATHOLIC LEADER Brisbane parish community reeling
at news one of its favourite sons has
been refused a protection visa
Cardinal Pell to fight charges
Vinnies leader says penalty rate
cuts will ‘build inequality’, not
create jobs
Brisbane representatives advising
bishops on plans for historic
plenary council say listening should
be council’s main focus.
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14th SUNDAY IN ORD. TIME/A - 9 July 2017 ♫ PROCESSIONAL: GATHER YOUR PEOPLE Refrain: Gather your people, O Lord. Gather your people, O Lord.
One bread, one body, one spirit of love. Gather your people, O Lord.
1. Draw us forth to the table of life: brothers and sisters, each of us called to walk in your light. (Refrain)
2. We are parts of the body of Christ, needing each other, each of the gifts the Spirit provides. (Refrain)
© WOL Hurd, Bob OCP Lic. 1326E
FIRST READING: Zechariah 9:9-10 RESP. PSALM: I WILL PRAISE YOUR NAME FOREVER
Response: I will praise your name forever, my King and my God.
1. I will give you glory, O God, my King, I will bless your name for ever. I will bless you day after day and praise your name for ever. R/
2. The Lord is kind and full of compassion, slow to
anger, abounding in love. How good is the Lord to all, compassionate to all his creatures. R/
3. All your creatures shall thank you, O Lord, and your friends shall repeat their blessing. They shall speak of the glory of your reign and declare your might, O God. R/
3. The Lord is faithful in all his words and loving in all his deeds. The Lord supports all who fall and raises all who are bowed down. R/ © Word of Life Int. Smith Colin WIL Lic 1326E
SECOND READING: Romans 8:9, 11-13 ♫ GOSPEL ACCLAM: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.
Blessed are you Father, Lord of heaven and earth, you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the kingdom. Alleluia,
Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia. © WOL Int. Mason P WIL Lic. 1326E.
GOSPEL: Matthew 11:25-30 ♫ COMMUNION: OUR SUPPER INVITATION
1. Take of my bread and eat, drink my new wine. Take of my life
and live, branch of my vine. Let me befriend you now; eat, take
your fill. Don't be afraid to dream; love has its will.
2. Take up your burden now, walk 'til you find just what the journey means; walk while there's time. Food for the journey will answer
your need. Don't be afraid to walk; love, my love will lead.
3. Take of my bread and eat, drink my new wine. Be a sweet nourishment to good friends of mine. Let me befriend you now;
eat, take your fill. Share with your people, that love has its will.
4. Take of my bread and eat, drink my new wine. Take of my life and live, branch of my vine
© Word of Life Int. Bates, Kevin WLO Lic 1326E
♫ SONG OF PRAISE: COME TO ME
Refrain: Come to me, all who labour and are heavy burdened
and I shall give you rest. Take up my yoke and learn from me,
for I am meek and humble of heart. And you’ll find rest for
your souls. Yes, my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
1. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall never be in need. Fresh and green are the meadows where he gives me rest. (Ref.)
© Word of Life Int. Norbert, Gregory WLO Licence 1326E
♫ RECESSIONAL HYMN: GOD OF PEACE
1. Lord of life and Lord of nations, Giving peace, you make us one, heart of flesh for heart of stone, break the walls of all
divisions. Your kingdom come, with this its sign: Our song this
prayer let peace now reign.
2. Lengths of love beyond all measure, heights of love which now
do call, breadth of love as room for all, depths of love where
hides the treasure; Through Christ, our Way, we find true peace, a world made whole in God’s embrace.
MASS TIMES 10 –17 July 2017
St Bernard’s:
Tues. 9.15 am
Wed. 7.00 pm - NO Mass this Wednesday
Thurs. 7.00 am
Fri. 8.00 am
Sat. 6.15 pm
Sun. 7.00 am, 9.30 am, 6.15 pm
St Martin’s:
Fri. 9.30 am
Sunday 8.00 am
St Catherine’s:
Mon. 9.15 am
Wed. 7.00 am
Sat. 6.00 pm
Sun. 8.30 am
RECONCILIATION St Bernard’s - Sat. 5.15 pm
St Catherine’s - Sat. 5.00 pm
DENOTES CHANGE
THIS WEEK Mon. 10 July 2017
HeartFIT: 11.30 am, Aspinall Centre.
SVDP Meeting - 5 pm, St C’s Community Centre.
Tues. 11 July - St Benedict
Craft Group - 10 am, St Bernard’s Community
Centre.
Ecumenical Service - 10 am, Mt Gravatt Hostel,
Agay St, Mt Gravatt.
St Catherine’s Community Meeting - 7 pm, St
Catherine’s Hall.
Wed. 12 July 2017
Mass - No evening Mass this Wed.
Beside Restful Waters - 7 pm, St B’s church.
SVdP Meeting - 5 pm, Aspinall Centre, Rm 1.
Thurs. 13 July 2017
Play Group - 9.15 St B’s Community Centre.
Seniors Bus Trip - Bus leaves St B’s 8.30 am.
Social Justice/LLL - 7 pm, parish office.
Friday - 14 July 2017
Play Group - 9.30 am, St Catherine’s Hall.
HeartFIT: - 10 am, Aspinall Centre.
Ecumenical Service - 10 am, Tryon St., UMG.
Upper Mt Gravatt Wishart Parish
3. Visions new and ancient dreaming see the love beyond all death: New the heavens, new the earth, promise of the kingdom coming. Through Christ the wounds of all this world in God’s own peace will then be healed.
© WOL Int. Willcock C/Kelly A OCP Lic. 1326E
FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORD. TIME/A
READINGS: Isaiah 55:10-11; Romans 8:18-23
GOSPEL: Matthew 13:1-23.
