The Catholic Parish of Sacred Heart & St Columba Our Catholic Parish is a Christian community which welcomes all to walk together in a spirit of compassion, justice and hope.

Sunday 20 September 2015 25TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR B

St Columba Church Sacred Heart Church Cnr Glenhuntly & Normandy Rds, Elwood 3184 83 Grey St, St Kilda West 3182 St Columba’s Primary School Sacred Heart Mission 24 Glenhuntly Rd, Elwood 3184 Tel: 9531 6560 87 Grey Street, St Kilda 3182 Tel: 9537 1166 PARISH OFFICE: 2 Normandy Rd, Elwood 3184 Tel: 9531 6120 Fax: 9525 7951 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.elwoodstkildawestparish.org

Parish Priest: Fr John Petrulis [email protected] Pastoral Associate: Maria George [email protected] SHM Pastoral Associate: Catechetic Coord: Christine Mitchell [email protected] Parish Administrator: Jane Hearnes [email protected] Parish Visitors: Sr Trish Kelly, Maryanne Pullen, Elizabeth Martinov, Legion of Mary (call or email parish office) Principal: Daniella Maddalena [email protected] Deputy Principal / SWC: Bern Bradley [email protected] Religious Education Leader: Adelia Muldoon [email protected]

Gospel Reflection: Mark 9: 30-37 • In what ways are the disciples disappointing Jesus? • How has suffering challenged your faith? Three of today’s readings present us with a model of • What are your ambitions? How will they or how won’t they bring you closer to God? faithfulness: the confident believer who trusts in God, even under the pressure of terrible suffering. These Each year the United Nations International Day of people are willing to endure suffering because they Peace is observed around the world on 21 September. believe that they are doing what God wants them to The General Assembly has declared this as a day do, and they trust that, in the end, God will save them. devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both For Christians, Jesus is the fullest example of such within and among all nations and peoples. The theme of wholehearted trust, but the model for faithful this year’s commemoration is “Partnerships for Peace – suffering appears throughout the Old Testament, as Dignity for All” which aims to highlight the importance we see in today’s First Reading and Responsorial Psalm. of all segments of society to work together to strive In the reading from Wisdom, we do not hear from the for peace. The work of the United Nations would not sufferer but rather from the persecutors. The wicked be possible without the initial partnerships that were want to silence this “just one” because he calls them to active in its creation & the thousands of partnerships fidelity to God. The “just one” evidently has the each year between governments, civil society, the courage to speak truth because he believes that God private sector, faith-based groups and other non- will protect him: “... according to his own words, God governmental organizations that are needed to support will take care of him.” the Organization in achieving its future goals. The psalmist, too, is suffering but has not lost faith. WELCOME to all who celebrate the Eucharist Today’s reading begins with his call for help: “O God, with us today, to the church communities across by your name save me.” But then the prayer ends in our parish and a special welcome to any who may confident assurance: “... the Lord sustains my life ...” be visiting our parish. In the Gospel reading, Jesus remains confident and We warmly welcome Fr Brian McDermott faithful, trusting in “the One who sent me,” even as Presider for masses this weekend and a special though he knows that suffering awaits him. Once again, welcome to the McCullogh family and daughter Jesus warns the disciples of his coming death. At the Rebecca who is being baptized at 6pm Mass. same time, he continues to teach them not to seek worldly greatness, but to be “the servant of all.” Today we stand in footsteps millennia old. May we It is one thing to be faithful and confident because acknowledge the Elders, families and forebears of God has already intervened powerfully on our behalf. the Boonwurrung and Wurundjeri tribes of the It is another thing entirely to remain “peaceable, Kulin Nations, who are the traditional custodians gentle, compliant, and full of mercy ... without of our parish land, whose cultures and customs inconstancy or insincerity” while we are still suffering. have nurtured, and continue to nurture, this land These are the qualities that wisdom brings, according since men and women awoke from the great dream. to the letter of James. Do we have such faith? We honour the presence of these ancestors who reside in the imagination of this land and whose irrepressible spirituality flow through all creation.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING ACROSS OUR PARISH

Coming up at Mass: St Columba Primary School • Sun 27 September – Social Justice Sunday A Musical In A Month: ‘Under the Big Top’. What a Parish Information wonderful night it was on Wednesday. Congratulations to Anthony (Les) Jones was a long term resident at Sacred the children, Daniella and all the staff and parents who Heart Community & sadly died during the week. Fr John helped out and supported. remembers him as the first person he met in St Kilda and Sacred Heart Mission Anthony and John had great affection for each other. Anthony is remembered for his great devotion to our The Heart of St Kilda Concert is on THIS Tuesday 22 Lady & always had his rosary beads in his hands. Anthony September. The Concert is a night of magic on the stage loved doing his bark paintings and people may remember of the @Palais, starring a brilliant lineup of musicians and him selling his paintings on the corner of Robe St. Rest in comedians, all united to help raise money for Sacred Peace Anthony, you are remembered and will be missed. Heart Mission's Meals Program. Stars include The Black Sorrows, Kasey Chambers, Arj Barker, Tim Rogers, The last session of the Bereavement Training Denise Scott, Leonard & Slava Grigoryan, Dave Callan, program is on this Tuesday 22 September, 10am- Emma Donovan and many more! Cost $99 A Reserve, $79 3.30pm in the Parish Centre B Reserve Book tickets through Ticketmaster. Small Christian Community: A small group of parishioners regularly meets to share and reflect on the Wider Community meaning of the Gospel in their lives and the life of the St Kilda Uniting Church presents 163-Table Parish and wider community. Meetings are held at Conversations, Sharing Food, Sharing Ideas 7:30pm on the last Monday of each month at the Parish A new monthly program by St Kilda Uniting Church House, 2 Normandy Road Elwood. The next gathering is Guest: Federico Marcon Foreign Aid- Bad or Good? Monday 28 September. Anyone is welcome to come along Date: Tuesday 22nd September Time: 6-8.30pm to a gathering, and can contact Helen Freris 0409701076 Venue: St Kilda Uniting Church Simple meal provided or Maria George on 95316120 if you would like to join us. Cost: By Donation RSVP: Sunday 20th September Contact: Janet-0417670132 or John-0433259146 “Lifeboat Geelong” Appeal. Thank you very much to everyone who supported our appeal last weekend – so AMAZING AUGUSTINE THE TRULY AMAZING MUSICAL far over $600 has been raised! We have prepared OF ST AUGUSTINE THE SAINT OF SINNERS AND BISHOP OF some slips for anyone who would like to make a HIPPO For the past 10 years, the Friends of Call of donation using a credit card or by direct debit – they Guadalupe (COG) Musical Theatre Group has are available at the back of church. produced call of Guadalupe, Saul Paul, St Francis of This year's Parish Retreat will be on the weekend of 13- Assisi and now Amazing Augustine which is entertaining, 14 November. It will be facilitated by Fr John and held inspiring , colourful and extravagant. St Augustine’s in the Parish Centre, in St Columba's Primary School, tumultuous life is a narrative that is guaranteed to Elwood. Hopefully the weather will be nice enough for us engage those who long to be inspired by a life of to spend some time sharing a meal and a chat in the triumphant life of faith, hope and love’ Don’t miss out pergola. Expressions of interest in attending the Retreat only four days 7pm shows 23-26 Sept and 2pm to Jane Hearnes. We look forward to seeing you there. Saturday at Renaissance theatre Kew Bookings: special early bird $20 www.trybooking.com/HTUL Prayer Partners for First Eucharist: Thank you very much to everyone who volunteered to be a prayer Part–Time Manager/Housekeeper for Presentation partner. Don’t forget to write your letter or letters. Sisters at Brighton The Presentation Sisters seek to We invite you to whole-heartedly take up this employ a part-time Manager/Housekeeper Monday to opportunity to show our youngest parishioners that our Friday 25hrs per week to cater for the needs of a faith community holds all its members in its heart. community of retired Sisters. The role requires care, compassion and understanding of the aged. It requires On Saturday 21 November, St. Columba’s school are effective staff communication and household holding a twilight fair from 3-8pm and the parish has management skills. Computer competency is necessary. been generously invited to participate. This is a great The appointee will be required to collaborate with and opportunity to demonstrate our relationship with the direct other employed staff. A police check is essential. school to the wider community and raise some funds. We Applications close 30th September. Apply in writing or have decided to run a tea/coffee and cake stall, as this is via email to – Administrative Officer Presentation not available at the fair. We are asking for contributions Sisters Centre, PO Box 2276, St Kilda West 3182, Email: of cakes /confectionery and volunteers to help on the day [email protected] Phone: 95347044 Please sign up at the sheet at the back of church. Parish website: www.elwoodstkildawestparish.org

My Lebanese Kitchen’s Step into Spring Classes An Evening Workshop in liturgical music with Marty My Lebanese Kitchen is very excited to launch its up and Haugen. This workshop will explore music to support the coming Spring classes. Each class offers a complete, well year of Mercy and have a focus on hymns of creation. balanced and delicious menu, as well as creating individual Monday 5 October, 7pm Our Lady of Good Counsel dishes that would complement most tables. Love Church, 52 Deepdene Road, Deepdene. RSVP 1 Oct Chicken - learn to cook chicken in two different and [email protected] or 9816 9291 delicious ways including the famous Lebanese chicken and Resources and ideas for the upcoming Extraordinary rice dish topped with golden almonds. Arabian Delights - Jubilee Year of Mercy Saturday 17 October, 10am - we will create four decadent Lebanese sweets. 3pm Catholic Leadership Centre, East Melbourne Sensational Spring Salads - fresh and colourful salads The Archbishop’s Office for Evangelisation invites you influenced from around the world. to a special planning day to 'taste and see' what the Year Lebanese Banquet – an absolute feast for the senses. of Mercy is all about and how to participate in your local Family Favourites – an enticing array of some family community. With two keynote presentations and up to favourites including baba ghanouj (smoked eggplant 14 workshops to choose from, this day is especially useful dip). Perfect for vegetarian The Essential Lebanese for parish pastoral councils, liturgy/RCIA teams, music Cuisine - Lebanon’s most popular dishes including two teams, school leadership/RE teams, outreach teams and national dishes. Summer BBQ, Lebanese Style - This youth groups. Internationally-acclaimed presenters menu is all about BBQ -Lebanese style. Gluten and dairy (including our very own Maria George) Internationally- free options available. For full details on classes, acclaimed author and retreat leader Margaret Silf (UK) enquiries and bookings visit mylebanesekitchen.com.au or takes us on a journey through the 'parables of mercy', call Bernadette on 0409 117 247 while Br Mark O'Connor illuminates what Pope Francis Council of Christians and Jews (Victoria) in this 30th means when he says, "Perhaps we have forgotten what it anniversary of formation, presents a series of events. is to show and live the way of mercy". Don't miss the “Heshbon Nefesh – Soul Searching and Self Criticism in special early bird rates - $20 per person and a flat rate Jewish Christian Relations” Monday 21 September 8pm at of $80 for groups of 4 or more. Registration price Kehillat Nitzan 36-40 Hawthorn Rd Caulfield includes a resource pack, morning tea and lunch. The Luncheon Club presents “For God’s Sake – who Contact Maria or Jane if you are interested in joining a speaks for God? Passion, tolerance and extremism. Rabbi group going from the parish.

Ralph Genende City Sukkah in “old City Square” Swanston The latest edition of Kairos is available ($2) at the back Street in front of Starbucks and the Westin Hotel. of church. Wednesday 30 September 12noon-1pm 30th Anniversary Oration, Dr Rachael Kohn “In Our Time”. Royal Commission Sunday 25 October 3pm, Temple Beth Israel 76-82 Alma The Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Road St Kilda. Please see flyers at back of church for Child Sexual Abuse’s report on redress and civil litigation more details, cost & RSVP information. was released this week. The Redress and civil litigation

“Life without hope cannot be” Tisso. Defying report contains 99 recommendations aimed at providing genocide: Nuba and Sudan The Institute of Sisters of justice to victims of child sexual abuse in institutions. Mercy of Australia and Papua New Guinea and ACU are “We became aware early on that redress was a matter of hosting this Art Exhibition from 29 Sept – 2 Oct, 2015. priority to survivors of child sexual abuse,” said Royal The exhibition shows art works and stories Commission CEO Philip Reed. Key points include: • expressing the daily life of Sudan’s Nuba Mountain Calls for a national redress scheme • people who live in a war zone. The art and stories speak Scheme would offer compensation, counselling and eloquently of their faith, gratitude, resilience and psychological care hope as they struggle for liberation, dignity and • Institute where abuse occurred would fund education. The Launch of “Life without hope cannot compensation be” is on Tuesday 29 September 2015 -5.30pm - Further information and the full report are available at 7.30pm. Please RSVP [email protected] www.childabuseroyalcommission.gov.au

Parish Calendar Coming Up v Sat 19 / Sun 20 Sept – Celebrating UN International v Thurs 1 Oct – Liturgy team mtg, 7.30pm Parish House Peace Day v Tues 6 Oct – St Columba Education Board mtg v Tues 22 Sept – Final session of Bereavement Training v Wed 7 Oct – First Eucharist Family Night, 7pm program, 10am-3.30pm Parish Centre upstairs at school v Sun 27 Sept – Social Justice Sunday v Thurs 8 Oct – First Eucharist Reflection Day v Mon 28 Sept – Small Christian Community mtg, 7.30pm v Thurs 8 Oct – SKEGS mtg, 2pm Parish House Parish House v Thurs 8 Oct – PLDT mtg, 7.15pm Parish House Parish website: www.elwoodstkildawestparish.org v Sun 11 Oct – First Eucharist, 9am Mass St Columba

OUR LITURGICAL CALENDAR WEEKLY COLLECTIONS

MONDAY 9.00am COMMUNION SERVICE at St Columba COLLECTIONS: Last weekend q Thanksgiving Collection TUESDAY 9.00am COMMUNION SERVICE at St Columba Thanksgiving Envelopes $ 484.00 11.00am Funeral Mass for Anthony Jones at SH Loose cash $ 226.00 2.00pm COMMUNION SERVICE All Welcome Total $ 710.00 Total after 37 weeks $ 35355.65 at Sacred Heart Community, Grey St, St Kilda Average $ 955.56 WEDNESDAY 9.00am COMMUNION SERVICE at St Columba q Presbytery Collection Thanksgiving Envelopes $ 598.75 THURSDAY 11.00am COMMUNION SERVICE at SH Total after 37 weeks $ 25441.65 FRIDAY 9.00am COMMUNION SERVICE at St Col Average $ 687.61 11.00am Funeral Service for Kosara Molner at SH Our first collection is the Thanksgiving Collection

which supports the day-to-day running of the parish th 26 / 27 September 26 Sunday of the Year and covers salaries, insurance, church/faith/liturgy Presider: Fr Brian McDermott requisites and general outgoings of the parish office.

SATURDAY 6.00pm MASS at St Columba Church Our second collection is the Presbytery Collection which supports our parish priest. Each quarter 25% is paid to the Priests Retirement Foundation. SUNDAY 9.00am MASS at St Columba Church 11.00am MASS at Sacred Heart Church

Please pray for... those who have died recently: (Leslie) Anthony Jones (SHM Community) 14.9, Kosara Molner, Michael O’Connor 6.9 (Ireland), Monica Clifford (friend of Bernadette Palmer), Colleen Edwards 1st anniversaries; Lydia Ulehla 24.9.14 (mother of Boris Uhlela, Inez Piccone & Ariane Vincent), John Hart, Geoff Lee, Darryl Carmichael and those whose anniversaries are at this time; Annetta Tesoriero, Irene Moore, Marica Cvitanovic, Victor Hunt 26.9, Graeme Johnson 7.9.12, John Duffy 11.9 Peter Courtney 19.9.11, Ivy D’Lima 12.9.11, Nevil Ryan 2.9.11, Joan Jayne 17.9.11, Rosario Patane 1.9, Gabriele Ramen 21.9, Edmund George 30.9.06, Kevin Sullivan 27.9.87

PRAYERS FOR THE SICK: Ongoing prayerful support is asked for; Therese Mitchell, Majorie Doran, Mairead Feeney, Mary O’Shaughnessy, Patricia Cooper, Maire Rockell (sister of Kate), Bill Mitchell, Mary Carolan, Brian Stackpole, Jeanne Swan, Lesley Griffiths, Sr Margaret, Robin Blaine, Marlene Foster, Tony Patane, Jackie Pyster, Leanne Wright, Lola Barns, Albert Sasson, Margaret Campbell, Barbara Kenny, Tony Palmer, River Stewart (18 months old), Trevor Fletcher, Sophie Durnan, Cynthia Joseph, Call Orr, Martin McHale, Pat Herkess If you would like a family member/ friend included please call Jane on 9531 6120 or [email protected]

LITURGY OF THE WORD FIRST READING: A reading from the book of Wisdom 2: 12, 17-20 RESPONSORIAL PSALM: The Lord upholds my life. SECOND READING: A reading from the letter of St James 3: 16 – 4: 3 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION: ALLELUIA, ALLELUIA! GOD HAS CALLED US WITH THE GOSPEL TO SHARE IN THE GLORY OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. ALLELUIA! GOSPEL: A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Mark 9: 30-37

th ROSTERS FOR NEXT WEEKEND – 26 / 27 September 26 Sunday of the Year Elwood Welcomes: St Kilda Welcomes: 6.00PM M: GREG PULLEN, MARYANNE PULLEN, VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 11.00AM M: ANNE DEXTER, VOLUNTEERS NEEDED C: VOLUNTEER NEEDED C: TONI VATTA / RAMON LOPEZ L: GREG PULLEN L: ADRIAN CROPLEY / CARLO MARCON SET UP: GREG & MARYANNE PULLEN SET UP: LEGION OF MARY 9.00AM M: THERESA ELLIS, ROGER VAIL, ALECIA RATHBONE C: RAYMOND BOLGER L: ANGELA ELLIOT PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL: LITURGY TEAM

Altar and Cleaning September: Maryanne Pullen

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