Glenelg Catholic Parish

15th November 2020

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time—Year A

“Women in God’s Plan” Deacon Pat Edwards

Growing up in the 1940’s and 50’s in a male dominated society, I adopted the patriarchal attitudes without really thinking about it. These attitudes existed in so many areas of our community, especially so in my Church. The Scriptures use language which is patriarchal and as I grew older this increasingly disappointed me. So, I find it refreshing and inspiring to read today’s first reading from the Book of Proverbs, and uplifting portrayal of women. Listen to the opening verses.“ A perfect wife; who can find her? She is far beyond the price of pearls. Her husband’s heart has confidence in her. From her he will derive no little profit.” What is remarkable in this text is that it was written in a highly patriarchal society where the husband was clearly head of the household and by whom that household was judged. Here, it is the wife who is projected as the person by whom it is judged, through her industrious behaviours, her high standards of care for all and her ability to manage the affairs of the household. But above all it is her love and respect for God. It is this latter attribute which holds everything together. It is not that women are overlooked in Scriptures. They are not, but they are rarely referred to or reflected on. Certainly Mary the Mother of God is revered and honoured in our Church, but Mary Magdalen, the women who travelled with and supported Jesus in his ministry, the woman at the well and the Syro~Phoenician woman do not feature prominently in discussion. Mary Magdalen, in particular was such an important person in Jesus ministry, and was present at the crucifixion, Jesus’ entombment and his resurrection. The book of Ruth and book of Esther are wonderful pieces of Scripture but rarely discussed.

When I reflect on my life I realise the critical roles women have played in it. My wife Jan, my mother, work colleagues, fellow parishioners, the list would go on. Without their involvement my life would have floundered. I am sure we would all acknowledge this too. I often wonder where the church would be without the huge contribution women make to its life.

I realise I am wading into dangerous waters in this article but my intention is not to be divisive but rather to use today’s reading as the catalyst for acknowledging, thanking and rejoicing in the women in our lives. Deo gratis!

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Yap. You can now contribute to the first and Memorials second collections via your mobile phone. Throughout November, all Mass Download the Archdiocese Find a offerings for anniversaries of loved ones will be published on the church Mass app or go to https:// notice board. Envelopes are available adelaide.goodgiving.com.au/app-home to in the church foyer or in your current make a one-off donation or set up recurring planned giving envelopes pack. donations to the parish (second collection) Please place the envelopes onto any and for the support of the clergy (first collection plate or hand in to the collection) as well as to special collections parish office. held throughout the year. Sick: Ivan Seman, Bill Noonan, Marie Hands (Newcastle), Karin Latisenka, Nicole, Diane Higgins, Conall McGarrigle, Ray, John Bijok, Nick Vorrendt, Mary Ryan, Joy Commane, John Mulraney, Angela Tsaliki, Anne Harkin, Francois Miller, Peter Gillard, Dawn Hill, Jan Wheatley, Anton Sylvester, Terry Olds, Michael McCalkin, Teres Zaknich, Catherine Baldwin. (Names published for 1 month) Congratulations to: **Our Lady of Victories Rosters ** Harvey Sagrestano and his parents Dennis & Elise; and Elena Nikolic and her For counters, sacristans, readers, power parents Andrej & Katie. These children point operators, lawn mowing, altar society, will be baptised this weekend. Please baptism preparation teams & linen will be remember them in your prayers as we prepared in the coming weeks. If you would welcome them into our community. like to volunteer or cannot continue please contact the Parish Office as soon as possible. We desperately need more Rite of Christian Initiation of weekday sacristans especially on a Adults (RCIA) RCIA is the way for Wednesday & Thursday. If you attend adults who want to become part of the Mass regularly on these days please Catholic Church. This is for any adult consider volunteering. Thank you. who is not baptised or who is already Please note: If you do not have a baptised in another Christian current Working With Children Check we denomination. An enquiry session will be will not be able to place you on the new held on Wed 25 Nov at 7pm in the parish rosters. Thank you. house. Please see Fr John for details. Garage Sale Book launch – Denis Edwards $2000.45 was raised from the recent ATF Press invites you to book and attend garage sale and will be donated to the a free book launch of two new books in Charity ‘Aid to the Church in Need’ to honour of Denis Edwards on Thursday support Emergency assistance for December 10 at 6pm to be held at Christian Refugees. Thank you to all who Fitzroy Community and Sports Club, have given there time, goods in cash and Swan Court, Renown Park. Finger food in kind to the Garage Sale. Thank you to and drinks to be served. Please book our parish secretary, Araceli, for her through trybooking: https:// constant help with posters. www.trybooking.com/BLZFV Anne Parnis & June Janzso Local School Chaplains Annual Christmas Breakfast Saturday 28th November 2020 8am – 9.30am Marion Salvation Army Corps 155 Sturt Rd Seacombe Gardens Come along and hear our Chaplains share about what has been happening in the local schools throughout 2020 Cooked breakfast - $5 donation Bring a personal product for the Chaplains to give to families in need in their schools. There will be a trading table. RSVP Dianne Schroeder 0439 066 470 ART EXHIBITION Ignatian Heart Spirituality Ignatian Heart Spirituality is a recently & formed group of companions offering spiritual direction, retreats, spiritual Parish Lay Ministry Expo formation and reflection experiences to the wide Adelaide and South Australian Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th community. The members of our Group of November, 10am to 7pm Companions have all been involved for many years offering this spiritual support ST MARY’S HALL, 19 High St and formation within another Centre. With the closure of this Centre, the Group has Featuring 13 Local Artists elected to continue to make available opportunities for people to experience a Fr Anthony Kain, Gary Lyons, deeper awareness of God’s presence in their Margaret Morgan, Carmel everyday life and offer pathways for Fairweather, Monica Lay, Margaret spiritual discernment and formation. If you Myers, Louisa Silvi, Jeanne Palmer, require further information please contact Nina Tudini, Catherine Shute, Chris E: [email protected] or Fraser, Moira Oldfield & Murray www.ignatianheartspirituality.com. Marks.

Annual Mass For Deceased Lay Ministry Groups represented Members and Friends of the Irish  Plympton/Glenelg Men’s Shed Community  Vinnies Sewing Group The Annual Mass for Deceased Members  Glenelg Society of St Vincent De and Friends of the Irish Community will Paul be celebrated in the upstairs clubroom at  Glenelg Parish Social Justice the Irish Club, 13-15 Carrington Street, Group Adelaide at 7pm on Wednesday  St Dominic’s Outreach November 18 followed by  Christian Life Community refreshments. COVID-safe observations  GROW Mental Health Outreach will be in place. All are welcome. For

further details: Stan O’Loughlin FREE ENTRY [email protected].

Dear sisters and brothers in Christ,

Grace and peace I hope that this note finds you well.

I would like to take a little of your time to speak of a very important issue that you may not be fully aware of and which requires urgent action on the part of our Catholic community. A Bill entitled Termination of Pregnancy Bill 2020 is now before the SA Legislative Council, and it is the intention of the Deputy Premier that it be passed by both Houses of Parliament before the end of the year.

Unlike the current legislation, this Bill allows for abortion up until birth. There is no protection for a viable baby who would otherwise be delivered alive, other than requiring the consent of two doctors.

At a time when babies delivered from around 22 weeks have a very high chance of survival and enormous resources are rightfully put into their care, it is hard to fathom how anyone could justify late-term abortions.

To legislate for abortions up until birth shows a total disregard for the rights, and future, of the unborn child. It sends a disturbing message to the community about the value of some lives over others.

The Bill also allows abortions up to 22 weeks to be carried out with the consent of only one medical practitioner, including via tele-medicine in regional areas. There are concerns this will make vulnerable women more susceptible to social and economic coercion and compromise women’s health.

I strongly encourage you to contact your local MP, urging them to use their conscience vote to reject this ill-conceived Bill. The first and most important duty of the Parliament is to protect the life of its citizens. We need to remind them of this.

As followers of Christ, we are called to offer our deepest compassion for women struggling with such a difficult decision and to offer our ongoing support to them. However, we believe life to be a gift of God, to be cherished and revered, at every stage of life.

At moments such as these, Jesus’ words, “I have come that you might have life and have it to the full echo in our hearts.” (John 10:10)

Please join me in praying for the defeat of this Bill.

With renewed thanks and asking God’s continued blessing for you and your communities.

In Domino,

+Patrick O’Regan Archbishop of Adelaide Sample letter to MPs

The Honourable Member for (electorate – for your local member) or Member Legislative Council Parliament House, Adelaide SA 5000

October 2020 Dear

Re: “Termination of Pregnancy Bill 2020”

I oppose the /Termination of Pregnancy Bill 2020’. While I believe that aborting babies at any stage is wrong, aborting babies who would otherwise be born alive is abhorrent and would be opposed by many in the community. Other aspects of this Bill are also of great concern. I would rather the Government put its resources into supporting women through such a difficult time and after they have given birth. I urge you to VOTE NO to this Bill.

Yours Sincerely

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Parish Groups SOCIAL DISTANCING REMINDER

Walking Group Please remember to arrive with sufficient 1st & 3rd Fridays of the month at time to sign in or bring a slip of paper 7.30am. Meet in Moseley Square. with your contact details on it (see front Followed by coffee and a chat. page).

Entrance through the main door Grow mental wellness program preferred. Those who need to use the If you’re struggling with your mental ramp entrance eg walkers, wheelchairs, health, practical help may be just around prams can do so. Please ask someone to the corner sign in for you if you are unable to access Tuesdays 10am-12pm the area where the sign in sheets are kept. St Dominic’s Hall, 17 High St, Glenelg. (NOTE CHANGE IN LOCATION) Use hand sanitiser upon entering.

Please maintain the recommended 1.5m Social Justice Group nd th for social distancing especially when 2 & 4 Tuesday’s of the month at receiving communion. 10.30am (following the 10am Mass). Meetings held in Our Lady of Victories. Please be mindful of those siting around you and leave sufficient space. Please Christian Life Community (CLC) avoid sitting directly in front of, or behind A CLC group is a small group of someone.

like-minded people who pray and share If you are sick please do not attend together and follow an Ignatian spirituality. Meets every two weeks, COVID Marshals have been appointed at from 29th October 2020 in the parish each Mass. office meeting room, 17 High St. One Thank you for your support. group meets at 10-11.30am and another at 7-8.30pm. Advent Retreat led by Fr Josy Sebastian Ministry to the blind & vision Saturday 5th December, St Peter impaired Claver Church, 8 Stuart Rd, Dulwich Meets on the last Friday of the Month at 10.30am—3.30pm. Coffee & tea 10.30am in St Dominic’s Hall. provided / BYO lunch. Teaching, Reflection, Mass, Adoration. Donation Appreciated. Register 0419 144 872

Liturgy Roster 22nd November 2020 6pm Vigil 10.30am OLOV 5.00pm OLOV 9am OLOG

Sacristan J Coonan T Felici & P Felici J Lee Readers C Fairweather B Patton B Greenfield A Doherty J Janzso R Keane H Greenfield M Mabarrack G Maroma D Roach T Perera Int. M Brauer Power Point A Maroma T Felici Br P McInerney COVID Marshal Peter Hurley Margaret Morgan Neil Jones Peter Murphy OLOV Linen: S McGahan Lawn: Nov—B Newberry Counters: V Baldwin

OLOV Altar Society : A Parnis OLOG Flowers: L Healy & B Quirke LITURGY—YEAR A  Parish Churches

33RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Our Lady of Victories As the church year nears its end, we reflect 13/15 High Street, Glenelg Our Lady of Grace on how faithfully we are living as children of 36 Beadnall Terrace, Glengowrie light. Our desire is to be ready to meet Jesus when he returns. Sunday Masses, Glenelg Sat. Vigil: 6.00pm, Sunday: 10.30am, 5pm 1st Reading: Proverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31 Give her a share in what she has worked for. Sunday Mass, Glengowrie Psalm: 9am

9am & 5pm—Happy are those who fear the Weekday Services, Glenelg Lord. Mass: Tues. 10 am. Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 6pm & 10.30am—O blest are those who fear 12noon (Adoration on Thurs. at 11.30am) the Lord and walk in his ways. Saturday Reconciliation: 11am

2nd Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6 Parish Team The day of the Lord is going to come like a Parish Priest: Fr John Herd thief in the night. Pastoral Associate: Orla Wright Gospel: Matthew 25:14-30 Finance Council Chair: Kevin O’Brien Because you have been faithful over a few Pastoral Council Chair: Steve Moss things, enter into the joy of the Lord. A copy of the latest Pastoral Council report can be Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia! viewed on our website. Live in me and let me live in you, says the Parish Schools Lord; my branches bear much fruit. Alleluia! St Marys Memorial, Glenelg 8294 4580 Memorial Acclamation: Save us Saviour of Our Lady of Grace, Glengowrie 8177 9100 the world, for by your Cross and St Dominic’s Centre—82941888 Resurrection you have set us free. Henriette Greenfield (COORD) 0439683338 St Marys Hall Available for hire. Ph 8294 1888. Feast Days Columbarium Enquiries 17th—St Elizabeth of Hungary Anne Kay. Ph 0438 479 845 21st—The Presentation of the Blessed Playgroup, Murphy House - Virgin Mary (CURRENTLY CLOSED)

Parish Office: 17 High St, Glenelg Priests Retirement Foundation Weekdays 9-12 & 12.30-2 (Closed Public There is a rapidly increasing need for Holidays) Parish Secretary: Araceli Hunt support for our sick and retired priests. RCIA Co-ordinator : Orla Wright You can make a tax deductible donation Ph: 8294 1888 Fax: 8295 1149 online at www.adelaide.catholic.org.au or Email: [email protected] ring 8210 8223. Website: www.glenelgcp.com Brochures available in foyer. Facebook: Glenelg Catholic Parish Directors of Music The cathedral livestreams Sunday Mass Our Lady of Victories: TBA (6pm at 11am &10.30am) Nadee Fernando (5pm) https://www.youtube.com/channel/ Our Lady Of Grace: Kate Crocker UCG8JH2Ixvf3Bf4rHrFO_vVw Child Safety Officers Orla Wright & Araceli Hunt. Ph: 8294 1888 Resources for Families and Work place safety officers Peter O’Malley & Peter Kay Liturgy of the Word with Children Incident Report forms are available in the http://www.adelaide.catholic.org.au/our- church foyer or Parish Office. works-and-community/family-and-parish- Fire Wardens: 9.15—Pat Murphy. 6— Jo based-catechesis/prayer-services. Coonan. 10.30—Geoff McCarthy & Peter Felici Children’s Liturgy Worksheets are 5—Henriette Greenfield & John Lee. uploaded weekly on the Parish Website COVID Marshals—See bulletin board