26 November 2023
34th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday’s Readings
1st Reading – Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17
2nd Reading – 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28
Gospel Reading – Matthew 25:31-46
Responsorial Psalm: “The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.”
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 deceased
RIP: Mary Farrell (), Fr Paul Shannhan(), 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.
Special Collection – 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.
Mark your Calendars:
Our Lady of Lourdes Guild Christmas Raffle – This is your last chance to ‘Be in to Win’! Tickets will be on sale after Masses today, $2 a ticket.
Blokes Morning Tea – Tuesday, 28 November at 10am, Cathedral Gathering Area. Please use the side entrance. All blokes welcome.
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.
St Vincent de Paul Society Meeting – Tuesday, 28 November at 5:15pm in the Cathedral Lounge. All Welcome.
Our Lady of Lourdes Guild Christmas Lunch – Wednesday, 29 November at 12:30pm. Inquiries to Rose 021 153 4810.
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.
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.
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 – We want to extend a huge ‘Thank You’ to those who have come forward to help with the Children’s Liturgy Ministry. We are still looking for help with the chapel cleaning. The job involves vacuuming only and a team of 4 can generally complete the task in less than 30 minutes. Please contact Meg de Joux (Pastoral Assistant) if you are able to assist us with this (pastoral.admin@pncathedral.org.nz or 021 965 974).
St Mary’s Parish Fundraiser Raffle – BIG prizes – 1st prize: $1000 Cash; 2nd prize: $250 Countdown gift card…Tickets $5 each or 10 tickets for $50. Purchase your chance to win in the Parish Office.
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.
St Vinnie’s Op Shop – There is a high demand for toys, men’s summer clothing and furniture. Please consider St Vinnie’s when you are spring cleaning.
Are you able bodied and available to assist with furniture pick up and delivery on an irregular basis? If you think you can help, please phone Toni 05 357 6779.
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.
‘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.
Auction Fundraiser – Thursday, 7 December at 7pm, St Luke’s Church (corner of Thames and Tamar Streets, Rongotea). This is a family fun event, hosted by the Rongotea Bible Society Action Group, to raise funds for Bible projects in Algeria, Morocco and Iraq. You are invited to bring a wrapped ‘Mystery’ gift or two to be auctioned and you will, also, have a chance to purchase items being auctioned. All in charity and fun for a good cause!
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!
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.
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, $12.00
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