12 November 2023
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday’s Readings
1st Reading – Wisdom 6:12-16
2nd Reading – 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
Gospel Reading – Matthew 25:1-13
Responsorial Psalm: “My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God.”
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), Terry Walshe (6/10)
Mass Intentions/Anniversaries
Rosie Frost (A26/9), Bert Frost (A5/10), Raymond Waldvogel (A30/10), John Anthony O’Brien (A4/11)
We pray for those in our community who need our prayers:
His Excellency Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa, Judith Wall, Dianne Jordan, Willow TePaki, Maurice Takarangi, Sr Helena Fouhy, Tim and Mary Bennett and Betty Donaldson
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.
Next Sunday, 19 November at 9:30am, we will be having Liturgy of the Word with Holy Communion here at the Cathedral.
Special Collection – Sunday, 19 November – Several years ago, there was a fund set up to support children, wanting to attend St Peter’s College (SPC) and needing financial assistance. To donate to this great resource for families in need, next Sunday, there will be donation envelopes available in the Church foyer. You can also donate via your bank account and designate ‘SPC Assistance’ and your planned giving number in the remarks . Your donations are truly appreciated by those that need the extra financial help.
Warning Scam Calls/Text/Email – First and foremost know that none of our priests or any priest, for that matter, would request any money or gift cards from a parishioner via the phone, text or email. If you receive a text, call or email that seems strange, ignore it and Do Not Reply. If you encounter any such activity, please contact the Parish office for more information.
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 Adam’s will share some initial ideas for the renewal of our Diocese. Please join us and afterward we will share a cup of tea.
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.
Volunteers Needed – We have not had a huge response and are still in need of volunteers to serve as vergers – attendants to greet visitors and ensure the safety of our Cathedral. The opening hours of the Cathedral are contingent on the number of volunteers we are able to get. If you have an hour or two each week, can assist with this or need more information, please contact the parish office, 06-357-2891 or 027-4408544.
We, also, need more people to help with two of our important ministries – cleaning the Cathedral and Children’s Liturgy at 9.30am Mass. If you feel called to do either of these things, please contact Meg de Joux (Pastoral Assistant) at pastoral.admin@pncathedral.org.nz or 021 965 974. “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another” (1 Peter, 4:10)
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.
“Knowing my Place” an autobiography by Bishop Peter Cullinane. Bishop Peter will be available after mass for those wishing to purchase a copy of his autobiography ($20 each) on:
Sunday, 5 November 9:30am mass at Our Lady of Lourdes, PN
Sunday, 12 November 9:30am mass at The Cathedral of the Holy Spirit, PN
St Vincent de Paul Society
If you missed our informal meeting but are still interested in our work, please join us for a meeting on Tuesday, 14 November at 5:15pm, Cathedral Lounge.
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.
Our Lady of Lourdes Guild Christmas Raffle – Tickets will be on sale the weekends of 18/19 November and 25/26 November. $2 per ticket (cash sales only). Be in it, to win it! Raffle will be drawn on Wednesday, 29 November. Thank you for your support.
Unity Singers – Present ‘Christmas Carols – 2023’, 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.
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.
Bloke’s Morning Tea – Tuesday, 14 November at 10am, Manawatu Golf Club. All bloke’s welcome.
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
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.
LifeTeen Summer Camp, 16-20 January 2024 – To register for a space, please email Tausilia tmcclutchie@pndiocese.org.nz Registration closes 17 November.
Young Catholic Leader Student Registration 2023 – Year 12 students entering Year 13 in 2024 are invited to register for this program that is aimed at developing young leaders in our community with special servant leadership skills. For more information, go to https://pndiocese.org.nz/young-catholics/young. If you know of a Year 12 student that would be interested, please have them contact Nick via email at nwilson@pndiocese.org.nz.
Festival One – If you are interested in the biggest Christian music festival in NZ, happening 25 -28 January 2024, you must secure your tickets before 17 November. Contact Nick nwilson@pndiocese.org.nz
Young Adult BBQ, Saturday 11 November – After 5:30pm mass at TAKOM, 25 Amesbury Street. Come, join us and bring a friend to celebrate the end of the academic year!
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!
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.
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 Magazines in CHS and OLOL
The new 2024 Columban Calendars will be going on sale in November, $12.oo ea.
NZ Catholic – $4.00, Tui Motu – $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.