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Parishes of Mater Dei Blakehurst & St Raphaels Parishes of Mater Dei Blakehurst & URGENTLY NEEDED ImmaculateImmaculate HeartHeart Mater Dei Blakehurst & Not Blood, but of Mary The Most Holy Body & St Raphaels An Electrician, to restore the current be- Blood of Christ - Year B tween people, who do not BULLETIN 7th June 2015 Speak to each other anymore……. Entrance Antiphon Reflection: By Fr Michael Tate: I have met the Dalai La- An OPTION, to ‘change the outlook” He fed them with the finest wheat ma, obviously an admirable man of deep spirituality and and satisfied them with honey from the simplicity of life. He believes that, after his death, there of people… rock. could be a further phase of existence as and insect or an An Artist, to ‘draw a smile’ on everyone’s First Reading: Ex 24:3-8 animal. face….. Responsorial Psalm : Contrast Jesus of Nazareth, a man of deep spirituality A CONSTRUCTION WORKER, to ‘build a Ps 115:12-13. 15-18. R. v.13 and simplicity of life. He believed, and staked his life on bridge’ between angry neighbours & rela- Lord you place deep in our hearts the R. I will take the cup of salvation, it, that he would lead a glorified, fully human existence tives & Friend….. love of Mary Help of Christians. and call on the name of the Lord. after death. There would be no extinguishing of his per- A Gardner, to ‘cultivate positive Through her prayers grant sonality, but rather, it would be enhanced. He was vindi- wisdom to our leaders and Good thoughts’………………. How can I repay the Lord cated in the Resurrection. integrity to our citizens. for his goodness to me? As St John Paul II put it, at the Last Supper, Our Lord & Under her protection may The cup of salvation I will raise; Last but not least Australia be granted harmony, justice gave us a sacramental way of eating and drinking and I will call on the Lord’s name. (R.) A MATHS Teacher, for all of us to relearn and peace. We ask this through Christ ‘digest[ing] the secret of the Resurrection’, what St Igna- our Lord. Amen. O precious in the eyes of the Lord how tius of Antioch called, ‘the medicine of immortality, an is the death of his faithful. antidote to death’. Our Lord chose bread and wine to To ‘count’ our blessings everyday…………. Your servant, Lord, your servant am I; convey his Real Presence into us. It is the first course of you have loosened my bonds. (R.) We love ourselves even after making so the marriage feast of Heaven, but it has a beneficial A thanksgiving sacrifice I make: many mistakes. effect on our earthly stage of existence. Bread nourishes I will call on the Lord’s name. Then how can we hate others for their us and wine gladdens our hearts. Our Lord shares his ris- My vows to the Lord I will fulfil small mistakes. before all his people. (R.) en and glorified life with us because he wants to nourish us and gladden our hearts. A thought which is so true but we Second Reading: Heb 9:11-15 Always forget….. We may take a moment to pray that we will share the Gospel Acclamation: Jn 6:51-52 marriage feast of Heaven with those we especially love, Alleluia, alleluia! and those for whom heavenly existence will be a life- I am the living bread from heav- enhancing surprise. Let us pray for His Holiness the Dalai en, says the Lord; whoever eats this bread will live Lama that he may find himself alongside Pope Francis in the everlasting joy of Heaven. I have met the Dalai La- Readers Required to pro- for ever. Alleluia! ma, obviously an admirable man of deep spirituality and claim the word of God in simplicity of life. He believes that, after his death, there both parish-Masses. Gospel: Mk 14:12-16, 22-26 could be a further phase of existence as and insect or an Please come animal. Communion antiphon: forward to help with this Whoever eats my flesh and drinks UNITED IN FAITH, GUIDED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT NOURISHED BY THE EUCHA- joy full ministry. my blood RIST, COMMITTED TO PROCLAIMING THE remains in me and I in him, says GOSPEL.WE STRIVE TO LIVE AS GOD ASKS the Lord “to act justly, to love tenderly and to walk humbly with your God’ (Micah 6:8) MASS TIMES Home Rosary: Canonised by Pope Benedict XVI on 3 June 2007. PARISH DIRECTORY Mater Dei St.Raphaels Mater Dei: Tuesdays Not official but some people refer to him as patron saint of Podcasts. St. Saturday 6.15pm 5.00pm George Preca (1880-1962) was a Roman Catholic priest who Parish Priest Sunday 10.00am 8.30am 9-6-2015 Concerts Mstroni 9 Warwick Street Hurstville. 11-00 A.M. was born in Valletta, Malta. In 1907 he founded the Society of Fr Isidore Anantharaj Tuesday 8.00am 16-6-2015 Josie and Denis Kocina Christian Doctrine a society of lay catechists. He was a priest Phone: 9546-2605 Wednesday 8.00am 45 Townson street Blakehurst. 8.00 P.M who dedicated himself entirely to evangelisation: through [email protected] Thursday 9.15am Presbytery & Parish Office Friday 8am 9.00am preaching, writing, catechisis, the administration of the sacrament but first St Rapahels: 1008 King Georges Rd., RECONCILIATION: (also by appointment) and foremost through the example of his way of life. 09-06-2015 (TUESDAY) Mrs Najat Geha 10 / 136 Saturday 4.30pm Blakehurst, NSW 2221 Morshead Drive, Hurstville Grove The Society of Christian Doctrine was an Aopostolic Society of men and Fax: 95472323 EXPOSITION 15-06-2015 Kate Petkovic 56 Bristol women, who are dedicated to catechists. Fr. George Preca strived unceasing- www.materdei-straphael.org.au Saturday from 4.00pm Rd, Hurstville ly to spread the values and teaching of the Gospel in the Maltese islands. He Mater Dei Church: 1008 King Georges Rd, Legions of Mary wrote a great number of books and published numerous prayer booklets. He Blakehurst, MD: Meets 10am every Monday ARE YOU COMING TO THE COMBINED was undoubtedly a great Apostle of the Gospel which he used to call “The St Raphael’s Church: 84 George St, morning in the Piety Stall at Mater Dei. South Hurstville St R’s Rosary and Meeting every Parish DINNER DANCE: Please confirm Voice of the Beloved”. Through him God was able to bring a great work to Friday at 9:30 am downstairs in the Hall. fruition the "Society of Christian Doctrine" which aims to ensure that Catho- Parish Secretary for Both Parishes your tables and pay at the parish office. Mrs Jenny Stanley St Vincent de Paul Society lic parishes the service of qualified, well prepared and generous catechists. Meets second Tuesday of each month in the [email protected] Kennedy Centre at Mater Dei at 7.30 pm. Saint George Preca enrtusted the laity through prayer and formation the di- Parish office: Tues, Wed & Frd. 10-2 vine command to teach the Gospel to all nations. Prepared by Gary Cartmer Please Pray for: Br. Joe Cassar Recently Deceased: Sister Helen 9546 1232 Leary,Natale, Pelle, Enrique Prego, Do- On Monday Archbishop Denis Hart issued a statement about Cardinal George (St Raphael’s): menico Cardillo,Edward Zacaroplaulos, Pell, which he subsequently spoke to in interviews. We endorse those com- Br. Ben Krupowicz Peter-Maria-Joseph/Antony/Ana /Colin ments. Asheford, Amerigo Di Cicco, Catherine [email protected] Lin Siew Ngiik, We know Cardinal Pell well from working with him over many years in differ- Priest in Residence ent capacities. He is a man of integrity who is committed to the truth and to Fr. Jan Chrzczonowicz Sick: Mary Mullens, Joanne McRea, Sue (Chaplain to the French) helping others, particularly those who have been hurt or who are struggling. McDermott, Maria Lefroy, Andreas Mobile: 0412786 245 Grannakouras, Jack & Sylvia His style can be robust and direct; he does not wear his heart on his sleeve. SCHOOLS: Wood,Brian Waterman Sr Vianney Hat- But underneath he has a big heart for people. ton, Neuyen, T Houng, Mater Dei Primary 9546-7298 Cardinal Pell was one of the first bishops in the world to put in place a compre- Principal: Mr Peter Cranney hensive Church response to investigate allegations of sexual abuse by Catholic St Raphael’s Primary … .9546-4898 clergy and to provide survivors with redress and counselling. He has respond- Principal: Mrs Annette McKenzie CANTORS WANTED! St Mary’s Cathedral has ed to criticisms that have been made of his handling of these matters over the three Masses every weekend led by a solo cantor. For the kind attention of all the Parishioners: This is a vital part of the Cathedral’s liturgy and is years, acknowledged mistakes frankly, and apologised for them. carried out by volunteer singers. If you think you If you are currently a direct credit card giver please update your would like to serve the Cathedral in this important We appreciate the Cardinal's strong and unfailing support for the important information by filling out a Authority form which will be located role as part of our team of cantors please contact work of the Royal Commission and his constant readiness to assist the Royal in the foyers of both the churches and returning it to the parish the music department on 9220 0481 or mu- Commission whenever he is asked to do so. office. [email protected]. We are looking for people who have good voices and are keen to be Archbishop Mark Coleridge, Archbishop of Brisbane Thankyou, Jenny Parish Secretary involved with the liturgical life of the Cathedral.
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