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Dear Friends,
This weekend is the Third Sunday of Advent where we hear in the First Reading “Rejoice in the Lord always, again, I say rejoice”. We light a pink candle on the Advent Wreath and the candle is called the Candle of Joy as we “rejoice” as we prepare for the celebration of Christmas and also the second coming of Christ. Again we hear about John the Baptist in the Gospel as he “prepares the way of the Lord”.
The Pope launched the Year of Mercy on Wednesday in Rome. Over the next 12 months we will hear more about the mercy and compassion of God and our need to be merciful and forgiving people as well.
Wednesday evening we will celebrate the Communal Rite of Reconciliation at 7.00 pm at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.
Also on Wednesday evening we will celebrate an extra weekday Mass at 6.00pm at Our Lady of Lourdes. At Acacia Ridge the special Masses preparing for Christmas will begin on Wednesday at 4:30 am in the morning – these Masses will continue at 4:30 am at Acacia Ridge until Christmas Eve.
The Marian Groups in our Parish enjoyed a wonderful Mass last Saturday morning to celebrate the Immaculate Conception of Mary. A collection was taken up to help fund a new pew for our Church refurbishment and $425 was raised. Thank you very much.
There are sheets at the back of the Church for children and our Ministers to register to Minister at all the Christmas Children's Masses and all the other Masses. All our Ministers are asked to volunteer for all the Masses at Christmas time.
We are continuing to receive funds from our Parishioners towards the refurbishment and extension of Our Lady of Lourdes Church. We have received funds and promises for all the altar furniture, four new pews, five refurbished pews and 150 cubic metres. As you can see from our thermometer on page 3, we have raised $64,069 over the last month. Wonderful news.
A few date claimers for the Sunnybank Parish next year are: Parish Feast Day - Friday, 5th February; Faith 16 talk by the Archbishop - Thursday, 18
th February; Multicultural
Mass - Sunday, 6th March. Please put these dates in your diary.
Faith 16 is being held on the Thursday nights of Lent next year beginning on 11th February. On each of these nights, we will travel to the different Parishes in the Deanery to listen to guest speakers on the topic of “Mercy”. There are some posters and prayer cards in the churches with more details. God Bless, Fr Dan
Monday 14th December St John of the Cross
8.15 am Morning Prayer S/bank 8.30 am Mass - Sunnybank Tuesday 15th December
8.15 am Morning Prayer S/bank 8.30 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.00 am Bible study 7.00 pm Silent Adoration S/Bank
Wednesday 16th December
8.15 am Morning Prayer -S/bank 8.30 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.00 am Rosary - Sunnybank 6.00 pm Mass - Sunnybank 7.00 pm Reconciliation - S/Bank Thursday 17th December
8.45 am Morning Prayer -S/bank 9:00 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.00 am Mass - Acacia Ridge 7.30 pm Meditation S/Bank
Friday 18th December
8.15 am Morning Prayer S/bank 8.30 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.30 am Benediction - S/bank
9.45 am Legion of Mary - Media Saturday 19th December
8.30 am Mass - Acacia Ridge 11.00 am Reconciliation - S/bank 2.30- Catholic Charismatic 5.30 pm Prayer, in Spanish -
Media Room -S/bank 5.00 pm Reconciliation - S/bank 6.00 pm Mass - Sunnybank 6.00 pm Mass - Acacia Ridge
Sunday 20th December
6.30 am Mass - Sunnybank 8.00 am Mass - Sunnybank 9.00 am Mass - Acacia Ridge 9.15 am Mass - Sunnybank 10.30 am Mass - Sunnybank 11.30 am Mass - (Spanish)A/Ridge 6.00 pm Mass - Sunnybank:Youth
This week’s diary
Priests
Fr Dan Ryan (Parish Priest: Sunnybank) Fr Terence Nueva (Parish Priest: Acacia Ridge - 3277 2252 Email: [email protected]) Fr Ladu Yanga (Associate Pastor) Fr Dominic Orih (Associate Pastor)
Parish Office (adjacent to OLOL Church, Sunnybank)
Monday to Thursday, 8.30 am - 4.00 pm; Friday 9.00am - 4pm. Ph: 3345 3766 Fax: 3344 3343, Mass Times: 3345 1831
Post: PO Box 32, Sunnybank, QLD 4109.
Web: www.olol.com.au Email: [email protected]
Deanery website: http://www.parishes.bne.catholic.net.au/south/
Third Sunday of Advent - 13th December
Next Sunday - Fourth Sunday of Advent: Micah 5: 1-4; Hebrews 10: 5-10; Luke 1: 39-44
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Sunnybank & Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Acacia Ridge
Acacia Ridge, Algester, Archerfield, Calamvale, Coopers Plains, Kuraby, Macgregor, Parkinson, Robertson, Runcorn, Stretton, Sunnybank, Sunnybank Hills
Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 121 Mains Road, Sunnybank Our Lady of Fatima Church, 350 Mortimer Road, Acacia Ridge
Please note that Reconciliation at Our Lady of Lourdes Church will
continue only while there are people waiting.
CHRISTMAS MASS TIMES
Sunnybank Acacia Ridge
Christmas Eve - 4.00 pm (Children’s Mass) 6.00 pm (Children’s Mass) 8.00 pm (Youth Mass) 10.00 pm 12.00 midnight
Christmas Day - 6.30 am 8.00 am 9.30 am
Christmas Eve - 2.30 pm (Spanish) 7.00 pm (English) 11.00 pm (English) Christmas Day - 9.00 am (English) 11.30 am (Spanish)
Third Sunday of Advent: Year C
Introduction: Today’s readings remind us that God is not only the source of our joy but rejoices with and for us. Such joy and peace are meant to be shared and shape our behaviour with others.
First Reading: Baruch 5: 1-9 Jerusalem - the centre and symbol of God’s presence with his people - is the focus of God’s joy and is called to be a witness to the nations.
Second Reading: Philippians 1: 4-6, 8-11 Paul encourages the community at Philippi to pray for the gift of God’s peace that is so much greater than we can understand.
Gospel: Luke 3: 1-6 John the Baptist points to practical ways of responding to God’s call and reminds his listeners how different the Christ will be when He comes.
MEN’S JOURNALING GROUP
We meet every second Wednesday night, 8.00pm. We catch up to see how everyone’s been going since last meeting, pray, break open the Word then have a cuppa and go on our way till next time.
For more information please contact Louis Lamuri [email protected] or myself Cameron Carroll [email protected]
A VOCATION VIEW:
Have you ever asked: "What ought I do?" Simply, tell the Good News to people – begin a new evangelisation. Begin the Jubilee of Mercy to God’s Heart.
MOOROOKA SALISBURY CATHOLIC PARISH
PARISH SECRETARY (Part-Time - 20 hours per week)
Specific responsibilities include the day-to-day running of the parish office including reception, general office responsibilities, banking, database entry, document preparation, photocopying and filing.
Knowledge of Business Activity Statement (BAS) reporting and accounting software packages preferably MYOB or Quickbooks (desirable)
To apply for this position, please email your current resume and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the position to [email protected] Applications should include the name of two (2) referees one of which preferably should be a Parish Priest.
For more information contact Cindy Hayer on 3367 6332 or [email protected] Applications close on Friday 22
nd January 2016
YEAR OF MERCY FROM POPE FRANCIS
“At times we are called to gaze even more attentively on mercy so that we may become a more effective sign of the Father’s action in our lives. For this reason, I have proclaimed an ‘Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy’ as a spe-cial time for the Church, a time when the witness of believers might grow stronger and more effective.”
[Misericordiae vultus, no.3]
YEAR OF MERCY PRAYER Lord Jesus Christ, You have taught us to be merciful like the heavenly Father, and have told us that whoever sees you sees Him. Show us your face and we will be saved. Send your spirit and consecrate every one of us with its anointing, so that the Jubilee of Mercy may be a year of grace from the Lord, and your Church, with renewed enthusiasm, may bring good news to the poor, proclaim liberty to the captives and the oppressed, and restore sight to the blind. We ask this through the Intercession of Mary, Mother of Mercy, you who live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen
Real Talk International Ltd. Office Staff: Administration and Finance Positions
Commencing early 2016
Real Talk is a growing Brisbane based Catholic Not-for-profit Charity organisation with a national focus. Positions available in Office Management, Administration and Finance. Part-time/Full-time; Hours negotiable; Based in Darra, QLD. Office experience essential.
Applications close Monday 14 Dec. Please contact [email protected] for full position description.
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
The Feast of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception on Sat 5 Dec reflected the cultural diversity of both our Parishes with the beautiful Rosary Bouquet presented in 5 languages. Parishioners and friends from the other Churches were brought together by our Mother Mary in a melting pot, experiencing the delights of a traditional Samoan Offertory dance, evergreen Marian hymns, rousing Christmas Carols and delicacies at Lunch. Thank you, Fr Dan for celebrating the Mass. And, thank you to all our cheerful helpers! We came together as one and certainly felt the Joy with our Mother! May she enfold you in her protective mantle over Christmas and the New Year! Blessings in abundance ... Patrick & Celine
Your Prayers Are Asked For:
the recently deceased: Rev Fr Stephen Tam Kwan, Tommy Doherty, Ann Everett (Hanley), Hormy Ylanan Delos Santos, Brian Hammerton, Raymundo Manalac, Julia Lapas Dela Mered, Ana Powell.
those with anniversaries & others who have died: Melvin Joseph La’Porte, Rita Christian, Mary Allport, Syd Jennings, Helen Jennings, Noemia Noronhna, Jan Hart, Harrison Kadell, Ben Raunik, Jennifer Cowling, Evelyn Cameron, Domenico Pavoli, Halena Karvelis, Evelyn Cameron, Shirley Low, V A Thomas, A J Kuriyakosc, Filippo Pirrotta.
those who are unwell: Samuel Eastgate, Veronica Power, Gavan Duffy, Jason Carroll, Ray Greenwood, Diane O’Neill, Tiffany, Peter Tan, Danica Maydanski, Junel Noceda, Sonia Ambrosini, Armando Apostol, Reg Chapman, Helen Cho.
the Continuing Sick: Patricia Edwards, Sonia Ambrosini, Beverley Armstrong, Don Ayres, Peggy Ayres, Terry Barrett, Elizabeth Boase, Vaughan Boucher, Maxine Brady, Jeremy Carroll, Marcela Castino, Hilary Collins, Dennis, Mary Dixon, Brian Elliott, Winifred Elliott, Flora Ellis, Malcolm Ellis, Chris Le Fevre, Jan Fooks, Gerry, Mary and George Goode, Betty Grace, Norma Ives, Stephen Ives, Marianne Kellett, Baby Luka Kello, Blanche Kiel, Ah Chan Lee, Brian Mann, Ronnie McGregor, Mika Matesa, Vlado Matesa, Dragica Matesic, Danica Maydanski, Bianca Miller, Catherine Miller, Trevor Muller, Jim Neehouse, Sulin Ngui, Alice O’Grady, Jenny Reed, Peter Ruhland, Robyn Scaysbrook, Noelene Schafer, Annaleese Stewart, Istvan Vadasi, Nicholas Valle, Rosemary Yow.
Strengthen the Household of Faith
Jesus asks us to demonstrate our love for Him through our generosity to others. In our everyday lives, he calls us to share our gifts. A gift in any amount given through your will, strengthens our household of faith.
For more information about how you can leave a legacy to Sunnybank or Acacia Ridge Parish, please call the Parish Office on 3345 3766.
$500,000
$450,000
$350,000
$300,000
$250,000
$400,000
$200,000
$64,069 $150,000
Reshaping
The
Future
Sunnybank
(Church Refurbishment & Renovations)
$100,000
$25,000
$50,000
FAITH 16
Pope Francis (2015) in announcing the extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, reminded us that we need to “contemplate the mystery of mercy” as mercy is a source of peace, joy and serenity that our salvation relies on and is revealed in the Most Holy Trinity. Pope Francis continues telling us that mercy is God’s ultimate and supreme act in which God comes to meet us, it is the fundamental law that dwells in each heart and it connects God and man as hearts are opened by the hope of everlasting love despite our sinfulness.
Pope Francis calls us to recognise and live the season of Lent in this Jubilee year with greater intensity and to treat the season as a time to celebrate and experience God’s mercy. The Brisbane South Deanery, in listening to this call, will pilgrimage to Parishes in the Deanery every Thursday evening during the season of Lent 2016.
ADVENT REFLECTION The first part of today’s Gospel describes the result of John the Baptist’s exhortation. And when all the people asked what they should do, the answer is to share with the poor. This ascetic from the desert gives practical advice for daily life: treat all fairly and honestly. How may honest persons can one meet in a day’s dealings? The lack of honesty in every sphere of life contrasts with the brutal honesty of the Baptist in the second part of the Gospel.
The Welcoming Committee would like to thank all parishioners who have assisted with Cuppa Tea Weekend, as well as either helping or providing food for other Parish events throughout this year. It has been greatly appreciated.
Following our recent meeting, we are now planning for 2016.
The Our Lady of Lourdes Feast Day will be celebrated on Friday, February 5, 2016 with Mass at 7.00pm. The Archbishop will celebrate Mass. After Mass, supper will be served in the Jacaranda Room and it would be appreciated if parishioners could bring finger food, e.g. spring rolls, mini quiches, sandwiches, or sweet treats, including slices, muffins, cupcakes, pikelets etc. Tea, coffee and cordial will be served.
Faith 16 will be celebrated in the Deanery. March 18, 2016 Archbishop Coleridge will be presenting “Mercy in Luke” at Our Lady of Lourdes Church from 7.00 - 8.30pm. All Parishioners are invited to attend and supper will be served. Additional information to be provided in 2016.
The First Cuppa Tea Weekend for 2016 will be held on Saturday, February 6 and Sunday February 7, 2016 at the usual Masses. Tea, coffee, cordial and biscuits are offered after each Mass. We encourage all parishioners to stay and have a cuppa after Mass.
PRACTICE FOR CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS MASSES
4.00pm Monday, 21 December 9.30 - 11.30am Mass Wednesday, 23 December 9.30 - 11.30am 6.00pm Tuesday, 22 December 10.00 - 11.30am Mass Wednesday, 23 December 1.30 - 3.00pm
$100,000
PARISH STAFF & CONTACTS
Pastoral Associate Stella Noskoff rsj
Parish Office Staff Karrin Halliday Parish Manager
Michelle DeAmbrosis Secretary
Tam Nguyen (Accounts)
Caring Coordinator Bernadette Christian
Unite Youth/Young Adults Coordinators
Steven & Eloise Bird 0403 182 617
Centacare - Sunnybank Aged Care Community Program Manager
Jennifer Vanarey 3216 9554
Paloma Reception Centre 3345 6666
www.palomacentre.com.au
OLOL School, Sunnybank Principal - Mark Badke
3345 0700
OLOL OSHC Co-ordinator - Sarubh Malviya
3344 3064 [email protected]
OLOF School, Acacia Ridge Principal - Warren Fields
3275 1152
St Stephen’s School, Algester Principal - Phil Manitta
3711 4911
St Stephen's OSHC Co-ordinator - Victoria Hickling
3711 9291 [email protected]
St Thomas More College, Sunnybank Principal - Peter Elmore
3323 4600
Soubirous Place Coordinator -
Sr Bridgid Courtney RSM 3344 3481
Sunnybank Parish Groundsperson Natalie Langer
Housekeepers: Therese Prygiel Louise Weston
Latino American Chaplaincy
Fr Martin Ignacio Gutierriez (Chaplain)
0481 118 521 Marina Castellanos (Secretary)
0481 168 748
office@hispanoamericancommunity. com.au
Office: Tuesday & Wednesday 9.15am - 3.00pm 3277 6367
Youth and Young
Adultt Ministry
Every Wednesday during Advent there will be Mass at 6pm! We invite EVERYONE to please come and join us to prepare your heart for Christmas.
Roster for the Next Youth Ministered Mass Sunday 20th December
MUSICIANS: M. Kearney, C. Lanojan, R. Rivera
SINGERS: K. Lee, F. Lee
READERS: C. Cabanatan, W. Madassery, S. Luate-Wani
OFFERTORY: R. Guerra, M. Guerra
ALTAR SERVERS: S. Arachchige, E. Chambers, M. Chambers SPECIAL MINISTERS: J. Manimog, M. Rodriguez, S. Rodriguez. E. Guerra, S. Powell, K. Mann, Y. Hsieh
BBQ: NO BBQ Piety Store: CLOSED
FREE BBQ this Sunday after the YMM! It is FREE
because we want to celebrate the end of the year
and thank you for all your support!!!
Sausages or on us, $1.00 for drinks =)
Stay connected!
Follow us! @UniteOLOL
Unite.sunnybank uniteolol
Christmas Eve Youth Ministered Mass If you are interested in helping at the Youth Ministered Christmas Eve Mass at 8pm on the 24/12/15 let us know or sign up on the sheets at the
back of the Church =) THANK YOU!!
The Summit is a new small group program that will continue
THIS Tuesday the 15th of December at 4pm at
THE COFFEE CLUB at Sunnybank Plaza.
All in grade 9-12 are invited to join Fr Dom and Eloise for this
exciting new group.
If you want to gain a deeper understanding of the
Bible and the Mass then this is the group for you!
Hope to see you there!!!
Youth Ministry Rosters for December-February
are available at the back of the church. We tried to make them as accurate as possible, if you are on
the roster please check them and let us know if there are any
issues ASAP so that we can make changes as required. This