20 October 2024
29th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Mission Sunday
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Sunday’s Readings
1st Reading –Isaiah 53.4, 10-11
2nd Reading –Hebrews 4.14-16
Gospel Reading – Mark 10.35-45
Responsorial Psalm – “Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you.”
Eucharistic Acclamation –“When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup, we proclaim your Death, O Lord, until you come again.”
We Pray For Our recently departed, RIP:
Gerard Foughy, Terence Brosnahan (6/10, Taupo), Sister Mary Emmanuel (Eileen Frances Brosnahan), Timothy Hood (4/10, Adelaide), Louraine Nilsson, Josefina Serrano (Philippines), Sister Kathleen Fitzsimmons RSM (CHCH), Janice Mary Dowd (10/9), Bernadette Mary Humphrey (18/9), Maureen Murphy (1/9), Brendan Kavanagh (Hawera), Lynne Keogh (6/9), Vincent (Vinnie) William Carroll (1/9), Bishop Denis Browne (1/9)
Mass Intentions/Anniversaries:
Bob Bowe (25/10), Ivan Snook (19/10), Margaret Carde (19/10), Alfredo Abayon Sr.(13/10, Philippines), Rosie Frost (26/9), Bert Frost (5/10), Shona Gilligan (11/9), Siemyin Rattanachatree, Raymond Paul Walduogel (31/10)
We Pray For those in our community who need our prayers:
Belinda Blackler, Nicky Burmeister, Martin Wall, Ann Toomey, Peter Waldron, Patricia Lowe, Janet Anderson, Maurice McDonald, Mikulas Oros, Rod and Mary Bennett, Betty Donaldson, Sr Helena Fouhy, Dianne Jordan, Sonya Jordan, Angela Marlow, Michael and Mary O’Connor, Maurice Takarangi, Gye Beehre, Peter Angland, Chloe Young and May Young.
PLEASE NOTE: There will be hospitality this Sunday in the Cathedral Lounge.
WHAT’S ON
World Mission Sunday – In October Catholics unite worldwide in prayer, solidarity and support for the Church’s missionary effort. A collection will be taken up at the Sunday Masses over the coming weeks for the Pontifical Mission Societies to support Pope Francis’ missionary endeavours. “Go and invite everyone to the banquet”.
Palmerston North Young Adult Ministry – During the term(s), Mass at Massey is now finished for the year. See you next year! Our prayers for those who are preparing for exams.
Wednesday Evening Rosary – Wednesday evenings at 5pm, you are invited to pray the Rosary. For further information, contact Ian Sutherland 06- 356-7555.
Shining Stars (Pre-School Music Group) – Thursday mornings (during school terms) starting at 9:30 am in the Cathedral Lounge. Come along for music fun, followed by morning tea and play.
Praying the Sunday Gospel is held every Friday in the Parish Office Meeting Room at 11.00 am. This is a time for quiet contemplation and reflection on the Gospel.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament of the Cathedral is on Monday-Friday, 7.30 am to 9am and Friday, 6pm to 7pm.
Our Lady of Lourdes Mass Time Saturday Vigil 5.30 pm Sunday 9.30 am Wednesday-Friday 10am Friday Rosary, 9.30 am Reconciliation after Mass & Exposition until 12pm.
Cathedral of Holy Spirit Mass Time Sunday 7.30 am, 9.30 am and 6pm, Tuesday – Friday 12.05 pm, Tuesday 5.30 pm and Saturday 9 am. Reconciliation before Mass on Friday and after Mass on Saturday.
Ransom for Many
(Mark 10: 35 – 45)
Jesus got the disciples together to settle things down. “Whoever wants to be great must become a servant. Whoever wants to be first among youmust be your slave. That is what the Son of Man has done: He came to serve, not to be served – and then to give away his life in exchange for many who are held hostage.”
(Mark 10: 43 – 45)
While Jesus is talking about becoming ransom, his followers are looking for glory. No wonder Jesus groans that they don’t know what they’re talking about. Of the four gospel writers, Mark is most likely to draw the disciples as out-and-out dumbbells. Since it’s the first of the gospels to be written down, Mark’s depiction is likely closer to the truth than the other evangelists cared to be.
Alas, these dumbbells are closer to revealing our natural inclinations than we care to admit. We step up to drink the cup of Christ in our Eucharist without much fuss, but when it comes time to share his passion in even the smallest sense, we don’t respond to roll call. We’re willing to take part in the rituals of religion, but we’re nowhere to be found when it’s time to be ransom. Servant-hood has little appeal. Still we’re prepared to join in the finger-pointing at James and John seeking credit. We, at least, cover our aspirations a little better than they do.
When was the last time you paid the price, so that another could go free?
Pray
Patient God, we have so many questions. We demand things, and often want to know where the path will lead before we set out. Set our hearts to rest and remind us that life is made up of more questions than answers, and that that’s okay. Amen.
Ponder
Choose to be the servant who lifts up another. Avoid the limelight. Seek the dirty job. Give anonymously. Be generous with credit. Crave humility. “The Son of Man came to serve, not to be served – and then to give away his life in exchange for many who are held hostage.”
KID’S CORNER
He came to serve, not to be served – and then to give away his life in exchange for many who are held hostage. (Mark 10: 45)
Lisa likes to be first: first in line, first to be picked for teams and first to take a turn. As long as she is first, she doesn’t really care who is second, third or last. But Jesus teaches us that greatness isn’t about being first; it’s about serving others. If we focus less on ourselves, we will see more ways to help others.
Jesus, show me how I can put someone first today. Amen.
SAVE THE DATE: Sunday 3 November we celebrate Red November and pray for and support persecuted Christians. Visit Red November for further information.
Celebration of the Cathedral – 100 years! Thank you to those who have signed up to help with the celebrations. If you would like to help as a volunteer during the Jubilee celebrations, please put your name down on the boards are in the foyer for you to complete. Sponsorship: A huge thank you to those who have contributed towards sponsorship for our weekend. You can still support our celebrations – please use the envelopes being held in the foyer or else contribute online. Thank you!
NEWS & INFORMATION
YOUTH
- Junior Youth Group is back! Alternating Tues & Thurs, 4 pm – 5.30 pm at St Peters College Whare in Term 4!! Year 6-9. Contact
- Massey Mass and Meal resumes on Wednesdays. Contact Massey Chaplain Nick nwilson@pndiocese.org.nz
- UCOL Chaplain is Lynette van Hutten. Please contact her on lynette.chaplain@gmail.com
- Young Church is going to The Send! See thesend.org.nz, which is about activating your missional call! Email Nick
- Young Church is going to Festival One, NZ’s biggest Christian music festival! Email Nick
- The Chaplain at St. Peters is Emma Whitson! Email her on whitsone@stpeterspn.school.nz
- Young Catholic Leader 2024 is a servant leadership programme for year 12 students returning to school for Year 13. Dates are 16-20 December 2024. Email Nick
- Last Wednesday Massey Service for 2024 is this Wednesday 23 October. Please pray for our tertiary students undertaking exams.
- Registration for Lifeteen Summer Camp hard closes this Friday 25 October . Contact Nick for the link 021822814.
Youth Group – Junior Youth Group: There is junior youth group @ St. Peter’s College Whare. This youth group is from Year6-9 All are welcome. Email Justin for more information! ugonehigano@g
This notice can come out as it has happened – So brings the kids along to this school holiday programme at the Palmerston North Library. See https://citylibrary.pncc.govt.nz/whats-on/activity/interfaith-arts-and-craft-session
Interfaith
Interfaith relations is an important aspect of our Catholic life and work. The Palmerston North Interfaith Group works together to foster friendship between people of other faiths, working towards social cohesion and whakawhānaungatanga in our space. Since Vatican II, Interfaith Dialogue has such an importance that it has its own designated Vatican Dicastery. We are running visits to various sacred spaces in our area. All are welcome to come along and visit these spaces. If you are interested in finding out more about Interfaith collaboration, friendship and work here in Palmy, please talk to Julie Randall or Nick Wilson.
Interfaith dialogue is Catholic kaupapa. The PN Interfaith group is running a fun art and craft session to learn about the different people of faith around us. So brings the kids along to this school holiday programme at the Palmerston North Library. See https://citylibrary.pncc.govt.nz/whats-on/activity/interfaith-arts-and-craft-session
The Send: Activate your Missional Call! We are going to The Send! The send is a national animation of the Great Commissioning from Matthew 28. Feeling sluggy with living your discipleship – then The Send is for you!! Expressions of interest to Nick. Tickets are limited. More at www.thesend.org.nz
Calling all young musicians!: Festival One is New Zealand’s biggest and premier Christian Music festival. See some international and local acts on the stages of this festival! Powerful Christian witness! We are taking two vans of young people in late Jan 2025. Year 9-13. Expressions of interest to Nick!
Pope Francis’ message for 2024: Search under Prayer for Creation at www.vatican.va
Support Life Sunday 2024: This Sunday, the Catholic Church in Aotearoa New Zealand celebrates Support Life Sunday. Inspired by the recent Vatican document, Dignitas Infinita, the theme for 2024 is the nature of human dignity. The document reaffirms the Church’s central belief that every person is created in the image and likeness of God and therefore possesses an infinite dignity. Read more and access Support Life Sunday resources at: https://bit.ly/SupportLife2024
Annual Mass to celebrate Jubilees of Priestly Ordination: Everyone is invited to the Mass which will be celebrated on Tuesday 29 October at 12.05 pm in the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, Palmerston North, with Bishop John Adams presiding. Those celebrating Jubilees this year are Deacon Danny Karatea (10 years), Fr Barry Scannell SM (30 years), Fr Percy Kimble SM (50 years), Fr Nicho Verkley OCSO (50 years), Bishop Owen Dolan (70 years). Congratulations and blessings to all our Jubilarians!
Thank you all so much for your support in advertising and providing your time for Theology on Tap on October 4 2024. Approximately 30 parishioners of all ages attended. This event was a great opportunity for PYC’s young people to meet other parish members and engage in small group discussions on the theme “the issue of evil”. PYC is very grateful to Bishop John Adams for speaking and the Cathedral Parish Staff for their time. We achieved our objective in hosting a parish-wide gathering centered on formation and friendship in a relaxed setting. We hope to hold another Theology on Tap early in the new year and encourage anyone from the parish to come along and even bring a friend. From PYC.
Blokes Morning Tea: Tuesday 10.am St Patrick’s Hall behind the Cathedral.
Notice to Our Lady of Lourdes Parishioners – Meeting with Bishop John You are invited to attended a meeting with Bishop John Adams on Tuesday 5 November 2024, at 5.00pm in the foyer at OLOL parish, or Thursday 21 November 2024, at 10.40am, after the 10.00am Mass. Bishop John will provide an update of the consultation meetings held in July 2024.
St Peters PTFA Car Boot Sale + Massive Plant Sale: Saturday 9 November 2024, 7.30 am – 12 noon St Peters College 2 Holdsworth Ave Milson, Palmerston North. Apply for a stall: bit.ly/car-boot-sale
Harps for Hearts Concert: At St Brigids Church Feilding on Sunday the 20th of October at 2pm there will be a fundraising concert for HeartKids Manawatu-Whanganui branch. This will be showcasing the St Brigids harp and a mixture of vocal and piano performances. A $5 door charge and afternoon tea to follow.
Save the date” for the 2024 New Zealand Catholic Medical Association retreat Retreat Date: 15 & 16th November Location: Home of Compassion Wellington Details and registration: This link https://www.newzealandcatholicmedical.co.nz/2024-retreat-wellington Accommodation: On site with limited spaces (use booking ref BGRP- 21024) Schedule for event: List on the event page.
Divine Renovation Open House ‘Save the Date’ 22 & 23 November 2024:‘ Save the Date’ to the Divine Renovation Open House, being hosted by the Catholic Parish of New Plymouth. An ‘Open House’ is about building up your parish and your surrounding community and reigniting your passion for mission.
St Vincent de Paul: Our food store is short of peanut butter, tinned veggies and rice. Thank you for all your generous donations.
St Vinnie’s Op Shop: We have a continuing need for permanent volunteers (3 hour shifts), men’s shoes in good condition, knitting wool, cutlery and pots/pans – thank you for your donations. For more information on volunteer work and requests for need Ph 06 357 6779.
PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE: 30 May – 15 June 15 2025 (Tentative Dates) Medjugorje is not just a pilgrimage, it’s an immersion experience into a rhythm of prayer; in a setting steeped in the Lord’s peace. This past month, the apparition site of Medjugorje was approved by the Vatican; “parishioners are called to believe and to visit.” Having now experienced 2 pilgrimages to Medjugorje myself, I’m experiencing a calling to bring others to this Holy place. If you have heard, been curious, or know nothing about Medjugorje, perhaps you are praying for a conversion of heart for someone, or you are wanting to deepen your own commitment to prayer life; then Mary is extending an invitation to you to come to Medjugorje. I will be taking a small group (10-12) on a 10 day experience of prayer, joy and peace. This will not be a holiday nor a sightseeing adventure. It will be a full pilgrimage with immersion into Daily Mass, Daily Adoration, Prayer, Rosary, Reflection and Fasting. A once in a lifetime opportunity to say“YES” to deepening your relationship with Mary and Jesus. If you would like to join this pilgrimage, or find out more details/costings call Celia Thomas on 027 3250 169. I am praying you will respond to Mary’s calling.
Sister Eveleen Retreat House may need you!! – Vacancy for a Live-In Host: Interested in serving God through the gift of hospitality?? We have a vacancy for a Live-in Retreat House Host (RHH), paid 10 hours a week, accommodation provided. The RHH works with the Director to provide a hospitable welcome to guests and a presence at the house when the Director has left for the day. Please see our website for more info or get in touch with us enquiry@sistereretreat.com
For Sale – Items available to purchase are located in the Cathedral foyer and/or OLOL foyer (by the TV). Please place your money in the slot provided. Thank you.
The Columban calendar is now available @ $13 each. For more information please contact parish office, 06 357 2891. Thank you.
Tui Motu – $7.00
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