27 October 2024
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Mission Sunday
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Sunday’s Readings
1st Reading –Jeremiah 31.7-9
2nd Reading –Hebrews 5.1-6
Gospel Reading – Mark 10.46-52
Responsorial Psalm – “The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.”.”
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:
Peter Waldron (20/10), Gerard Fouhy, 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
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”.
Special Mission Sunday Envelopes – Today, we are receiving Mission Sunday contributions in the collection and you can still donate online.
- Wednesday Evening Rosary – Wednesday evenings at 5 pm, 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 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 Times: 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 the Holy Spirit Mass Times: 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.
- All Saints Day – 1 November Extra Mass at Cathedral 7.30 am followed by Exposition of Blessed Sacrament until 9 am. Wednesday 30 October OLOL 10 am mass will be replaced by service of the word plus Holy Communion.
Jesus is Calling
(Mark 10: 46 – 52)
Jesus stopped in his tracks. “Call him over.” They called him. “It’s your lucky day! Get up! He’s calling you to come!” Throwing off his coat, he was on his feet at once and came to Jesus. Jesus said, “What can I do for you?” The blind man said, “Rabbi, I want to see.” “On your way,” said Jesus. “Your faith has saved and healed you.” In that very instant he recovered his sight and followed Jesus down the road. (Mark 10: 49 – 52)
At Mass today, I brought with me a long list of prayer intentions. I have friends who are out of work or who hate the jobs they have. I know people who are depressed, sick, or lonely; lots and lots of people who wish their lives were different than what they are. Sometimes I want to call out, like the man on the side of the road: Jesus, have pity! Have pity!”
And Jesus is calling back, “What can I do for you?” I don’t always know. What’s best got all my suffering friends? The right job or the right relationship may not be enough. Happiness doesn’t arrive in the neat packages we expect. Bartimaeus was sure of what he wanted, and he had the courage and strength to spring up and run to Jesus. Maybe his response is the best one, and the only one we need: “I want to see.” If each of us could clearly see, we might not be so regularly paralysed by the events in our lives. We might spend less time frozen on the diving board, and more time in the water.
What aspects of your life are unclear to you? Where is Jesus calling you to be right now?
Pray
God, when others cry out, help us to listen and not turn them away. When their cries are to us, give us the strength and courage to respond on your behalf. When we cry out to you, help us to listen then, too, and rejoice in the answers you give. Amen.
Ponder
Seek a clear vision. Pray more faithfully. Ask for advice from someone you trust. Read the Scriptures. Make retreat or reflection time a normal part of your routine.
“It’s your lucky day! Get up! He’s calling you to come!”
Kid’s Corner
Jesus said, “What can I do for you?” The blind man said, “Rabbi, I want to see.” (Mark 10: 51)
When Bartimaeus (bar-tim-ay-us), a blind man, heard that Jesus was passing by, he called out to him for help. People told him to be quiet, but still he called to the Lord. Jesus heard Bartimaeus’ prayer and healed him. Bartimaeus teaches us an important lesson – that we don’t have to let anyone keep us from asking the Lord for help whenever we need it.
Dear Jesus, I know that nothing is impossible for you. Please help ________ . 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 Justin ugonehigano@gmail.com for more info!
- 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 for more details.
- 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. Registration closes 15 November.
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! mail to ugonehigano@gmail.com
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.
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!
Notice to Our Lady of Lourdes Parishioners : Meeting with Bishop John You are invited to attend 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.
Our Lady of Lourdes Guild: Our next meeting is a Housie afternoon on Wednesday 6 November at 1.30 p.m. Please bring your donations for the Christmas Raffle. Usual flower competitions, sales table and afternoon tea. All welcome .
Mass and Rosary Procession: Thursday, 31 October 6pm at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit to conclude the Month of the Holy Rosary. All are welcome to join the Filipino community.
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
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 jam, soup, tinned veggies and fruit. 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 clothing and 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 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.
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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