19 November 2023
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday’s Readings
1st Reading – Proverbs 31:10-13, 16-18, 20, 26, 28-31++
2nd Reading – 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6
Gospel Reading – Matthew 24:36; 25:14-30++
Responsorial Psalm: “Happy are those who fear the Lord.”
Eucharistic Acclamation – When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup, we proclaim your Death, O Lord, until you come again.
Happy 100th Birthday to Sister Helena Fouhy! Celebrating 100 years on 23 November 2023!
We Pray For Our deceased
RIP: Kenneth Rush (29/10), Paulina Rivera (22/10), Kathleen (Kath) Keenan (20/10), Reginald (Reg) Keogh (18/10)
Mass Intentions/Anniversaries
Raymond Waldvogel (A30/10), John Anthony O’Brien (A4/11), Dan O’Donoghue (A25/11)
We pray for those in our community who need our prayers:
His Excellency Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa, Tim and Mary Bennett, Betty Donaldson, Sr Helena Fouhy, Dianne Jordan, Sonya Jordan, Maurice Takarangi, Willow TePaki and Judith Wall
Praying the Sunday Gospel is held every Friday in the Cathedral Lounge at 11.00 am. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Please note that due to the scaffolding and roof repairs, there will be no hospitality today, after Mass.
CHANGES TO OUR WEEKLY NOTICES: One of the bonuses from the Cathedral Fire is that parishioners from both the Cathedral and Our Lady of Lourdes now feel comfortable in either parish home and attend the Mass that suits them. To ensure that everyone is kept up to date with what is going on in our parishes, it has been decided to have the same notices read out at all five Sunday masses. The opening will be, “Here’s a quick overview of what is happening over the next few weeks” and the conclusion, “Please see the newsletter or parish website for more information.” With this change, please know that not all notices will be pertinent to you but could be important to the parishioner you are sitting next to.
Volunteers Needed – We need volunteers to be Vergers at the Cathedral, to join the Cathedral cleaning teams(s) and for Children’s Liturgy at 9:30am Mass. If you feel called to do any of these things or need more information, please contact Meg de Joux (Pastoral Assistant) at pastoral.admin@pncathedral.org.nz or 021 965 974 or the Parish Office, 06-357-2891 or 027-4408544. “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another” (1 Peter, 4:10)
Diocese of Palmerston North Annual Report – Tuesday 21 November at 5:30pm, Diocesan Center – We wish to invite you to the presentation of our Diocesan annual report. Liam Greer, Diocesan Manager, will introduce the report and discuss key areas of focus. Then, Bishop John Adams will share some initial ideas for the renewal of our Diocese. We will finish with a cup of tea. Please join us.
Invitation to the Priest Jubilee Mass – Tuesday, 28 November at 12:05pm – All parishioners are warmly invited to the Mass to celebrate the Jubliee(s) of Priestly Ordination. The presider will be Bishop John Adams. The priest celebrating Jubliee this year is Fr Chris Martin, 40 years.
Blessing of the Advent Wreaths– Wednesday, 29 November at 7pm, St. Peter’s Anglican Church, Ruahine St. – Advent is a time of spiritual journey through the truths of Scripture that point to the birth of the Messiah. It is a time of reaffirmation that He has come, is present in the world today and will come again in glory. In preparation for the Advent Season, we will join with parishioners of St. Peter’s Anglican Church to pray, reflect in a simple evening liturgy and bless Advent Wreaths. Please come, bring your Advent Wreath(s) for blessing and enjoy this opportunity to prepare. A plate for supper would be appreciated.
Diocesan Library – There is a plethora of books for Catholic study and reading available for your enjoyment and inspiration in the Diocesan Library. For your convenience, during the month of November, there will be personnel manning the library on Tuesdays to Fridays 10:30am until 11:45am. We would be very happy if you were to come and use this time, space and valuable resources. Please access and check in through the Parish office.
Special Collections – Sunday, 19 November – St Peter’s College Fund (SPC). Set up to support children, wanting to attend St Peter’s College and needing financial assistance. To donate to this great resource for families in need, there will be donation envelopes available in the Church foyer. You can also donate via your bank account, designate ‘SPC Assistance’ and your planned giving number in the remarks . Your donations are truly appreciated by those that need the extra financial help.
Sunday, 3 December – Annual Sick & Retired Priests. The Clergy Trust Fund provides for the well-being and care of priests in the Diocese. This includes stipends, food, travel home for ‘overseas priests’, retreats and all costs relating to healthcare. The Clergy Trust Fund is struggling to meet growing medical costs. Hence, your giving to this special collection is most appreciated, especially by our elderly priests who then benefit from your generosity. Your support is a great way of showing your gratitude to your priests. Many thanks and blessings to all who contribute to this special collection. Every contribution helps.
Joshua Catholic Men’s Fellowship – Meets on Tuesday, November 21 at 7pm, St Mary’s Church foyer, PN. Prayer, praise and reflection of the Sunday Gospel. Light supper to finish. For more information contact John Hammond 027 688 7750.
Our Lady of Lourdes Guild Christmas Raffle – Tickets will be on sale after Masses during the next two weekends, $2 a ticket. Be in to win!
St Vinnie’s Op Shop – With Christmas just around the corner, we are still in need of Queen or Double beds, childrens’ toys and games.
‘Christmas Carols – 2023’ – Get into the festive season with this presentation by Unity Singers on Monday, 4 December and Tuesday, 5 December at 7pm in the Cathedral, Broadway, PN. A donation of non perishable food for the St Vincent de Paul Foodbank would be very much appreciated. Food/donations can also be left at the Cathedral Parish office or St Vincent De Paul shop, 252 Rangitikei St, PN.
Our Lady of Lourdes Senior Anointing Mass & Christmas Luncheon – Wednesday, 6 December at 11am. Please note the change of Mass time from 10am to 11am. If you would like to come to the luncheon, there are sign-up sheets in the OLOL foyer.
Palmy Young Catholics – Mark your diary and remember, all 18-35 yr olds are invited to join us each Sunday, (after the 6pm mass) at 7:15pm in the Cathedral lounge. It is a great opportunity to meet other like-minded people, form new friendships and get involved.
Palmy Young Catholics are also looking for more people to help participate in providing future hospitality. If you have any suggestions about this, please contact Fr Vijay Dungdung.
Mark your Calendars:
November – This month is a special time to remember your loved ones who have died. Fill out a form with their name(s) and place it in the ‘Holy Souls’ box located in the gathering area of the Cathedral and Our Lady of Lourdes.
St Peter’s College Spring Market and Car Boot Sale – Saturday, November 18 at 8:30am – 12noon, St Peter’s College, corner of Rennie Ave and Holdsworth St, Milson. Come along to pick up a bargain, grab a Christmas present or some new plants for your garden. There will be loads of plants, bric-a-brac, sports gear, home baking, gifts, a coffee cart and sausage sizzle. You can even get your car washed while you shop!
Sacred Heart Parish Eketahuna is celebrating 125 years on Sunday, 26 November with mass at 5:30pm. Come join in the celebration with finger food, drinks and cutting of the cake following mass. For catering purposes, if you will join us please reply by Friday, 17 November to Margaret 06 375 8416 or Eketawere@slingshot.co.nz
Pre-Advent Eucharistic Adoration Night Vigil – You are invited to spend time, of your choosing, with our Lord, during a 15-hour Night Vigil, Friday, 1 December, beginning at 6pm until Saturday, 2 December at 9am. On Saturday morning, we will conclude this special time with Mass at 9am. Forms will be in the foyer to sign up for the hour(s) you wish to spend with the Lord and ensures we have someone always present in the Cathedral. The prayer intent this year is for an outreach of the Holy Spirit in countries torn by war and destruction and to enkindle “PEACE” throughout the world. A Koha for SVDP Society’s foodbank will be appreciated and collected. This is a powerful way to commence the season of Advent, which is fast approaching.
Palmerston North Youth Ministry
Senior Youth Group – We have finished for 2023 but look forward to seeing you again in 2024!
Junior Youth Group – We are still meeting weekly until the end of the term. Year 6 going to St Peter’s College are invited to help their transition in 2024. Please contact Tausilia tmcclutchie@pndiocese.org.nz or 021509439.
Tertiary Welcome Events for all universities in 2024 are posted on the noticeboard in your church foyer. We look forward to welcome all new and returning students to the chaplaincy space in 2024!
Te Kupenga – Catholic Theological College is accepting enrolments for 2024. Enrolments will close Friday, 24 November. Programmes offered are Bachelor of Divinity, Graduate Diploma in Theology, NZ Diploma and Certificate in Christian Studies. To learn more about the programmes, go to www.tekupenga.ac.nz/programmes
Job Vacancy – CITY MISSION, SPACE Co-Facilitator. We are looking for a Co-Facilitator to help run our SPACE parenting program. If you have a desire to work with parents and babies in their first year of life, and have some understanding of child development and best parenting practices then this might be the job for you. This role is a paid position for 4 hours per week (Mondays 9am – 1pm) during school term, starting in Term 1 2024. For more info click the link below and take a look at the job description. Applications close Monday, 4 December. Any questions feel free to contact us.
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For Sale in CHS and OLOL
NEW NZ Catholic – $4.00 Headlines – Kiwi Sister of Sion working in Holy Land strife, Mothers with four children are tax-free in Hungary, Surprise pilgrimage in Scotland and York, Single Catholics and dating from the perspective of men
Tui Moi – $7.00 These can be found in the gathering area in CHS and OLOL (by the TV). Please place your money in the slot provided. Thank you.
The new 2024 Columban Calendars are on sale in the Parish Office, $12.oo