In This Issue

Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Issue 4 | Summer 2020 IN THIS ISSUE

From the Provincial’s Desk Novitiate Reception Ceremony Chevalier Day at Daramalan College Peter Hearn msc To be on earth the Heart of God Compass Theology Vale John Fahey A man that moves Peter Hendriks msc Leo Wearden msc Kincoppal Communions Universal Basic Income Letter from Henley Beach In appreciation of John Kelliher msc Khoi Nguyen msc reflection Meet Bill Brady msc St John’s College 60 years Jesus as portrayed in the New Testament Rochus Tatamai msc Installation Rabaul RIP Bill Penn Lay msc Life at Little Sisters of the Poor Bringing People Together A letter from the MSC General Team Paul Stenhouse msc-a book of tributes

MSC Mission Office What’s On and Recent Appointments

FROM THE PROVINCIAL’S DESK

Christmas time for many is a really hard time of Christmas Summer 2020/21 year. At last Christmas is here... and then we’ll begin For some it brings up the loss of family members; again - a New Year - 2021! for others it opens old wounds and scars from past events. For some people Christmas can be a vio- But what a year? What – a – year! lent time or an extremely lonely time. Today, as I What a year it has been. What has it been for you, write this introduction to our magazine, I ask myself for us, and for God’s mission? Maybe now as we what will it be like this year, with so many working come to the end of one of the worst years in histo- from home due to Covid19, isolated and lonely? ry – what has this year meant to us, to me – what So, what does Christmas really mean? then has the Christmas message have for us in a Covid19 period? What does it mean when we say: Today is born a saviour, Christ the Lord? A couple of years ago I was told of a story of a woman who worked in an office in North Sydney, How did Christmas go from what it was originally – and of how she got really excited about the a story of alienation, political tyranny, homeless- Christmas period. She would come into the office ness, working-class people, pagans, and angels – on the last weekend of November and decorate it to Santa Claus, wonderful Christmas trees, senti- all, beginning with a Christmas tree, tinsel on all mental Christmas songs, and beautiful nativity the walls, presents under the tree, Christmas lollies scenes… all of which I like. placed strategically around the office and even Over the four weeks of Advent we light the Advent down to a Nativity scene. It had the lot. Candles – all of which, in most places, are on Another woman in the office asked her on the stands, up high for all to see… and then, come Monday morning, why she got so excited about Christmas Eve, we place the child Jesus at floor the lead up to Christmas. Her reply was: “Well, this level. It is a movement of coming down. Entering is the best part of Christmas for me… [and with a in at the bottom. lump in her throat] because Christmas day is the But this not the world we live in today. We live in a loneliest day of the year.” world which is about climbing up, to be on top. Like the Trumps, the Murdocks, Rine- harts, Palmers, corporate leaders, as well as many of our political leaders, left and right, and I could go on and on, of this world… and, maybe, when in my 20’s, I thought this is what life is really all about… climbing to the top. But on Christmas night, here is our God doing the opposite, our God comes down the ladder. Yes, on the one hand we praise and sing “Glory to God in the highest”; he is our God- hero who has come to save us. But on the other, here is our God, the God-hero, who is an infant, a baby, small, helpless, fragile, and is placed into the hands of others who will take care of him. Here, Jesus is born in a stable, among the animals; let us picture this scene: Here is the new born child, Jesus, here he is among the animals, the straw, the smell, the manure and a lot of other things… think about this… imagine it if you can… smell it… breathe it in… here is our God, born into a smelly, stinking place –

Page 2| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart this is our God – this is our saviour! Who of us would have ever thought of this as an image of God… no one! Not only is he born into the mess and smell of a stable, but he is also born into a des- pised race, who are also occupied by a foreign country. He is at the bottom! THIS MUST HAVE MEANING FOR US For me, this story is about God meeting us in the mess. In my mess. In our mess. In this Pandem- ic Covid19 mess. In the smell and stench of the stable of our lives our God meets us – meets us where we are. Where we are most helpless – where we are most powerless – our God meets us. Year, let us walk down that ladder, let’s let go, and discover where we least expect to find God, in our It is about our God coming into our loneliness, our own very lived, human, messy condition. And from pain, our poverty, our vulnerability, our helplessness, this place we can then sing: “Glory to God in the and meeting us where we are at. highest and peace to all of goodwill. This is HOPE. Have a very peaceful, joy-filled Christmas and we So many other great religious traditions try to move look forward to 2021 to continue God’s mission – us beyond the human experience: for the Hindu – it being on earth the heart of God. is Nirvana; the Buddhist – it is enlightenment; the Finally a really big thank you to our Deputy Provin- Jew – it is heaven; and we could go on, but for us, cial, over the past three years, Stephen Dives msc. our God meets us in our humanness… in our body… Steve has not only been a wise council to me over in our here and now. Our weaknesses, our failures, this period, but a wonderful friend, who has been in our nakedness, in our times of loneliness, in the supportive, encouraging, and showing great broth- midst of family breakdown, in our addictions, in our erly love. Thank you Stephen. I wish you every suc- poverty – our God meets us. cess and blessing as you take up this new chapter Not only this, but our God also meets us in our to- of being Superior of Sacred Heart Campus, Ken- getherness, in our moments of joy, our moments of sington. Thank you ! fun, in all our good times - our God meets us. A lot of us fear ‘this reality’, that we meet our God Cheers! your brother MSC, in our humanity, in our togetherness. In fact the Christian story assures us that we do not have to Chris leave the world, we do not need to enter into nir- PS: enjoy this Christmas Summer edition of ‘Being on vana, enlightenment, or even heaven to meet earth the heart of God’. God, for our God comes to us – Emmanuel: God– with–us. As we experienced this terrible year of Covid19 - one cannot hide from the pain of the world. One cannot cover it up. All we can do is share it – God did. God left whatever throne people had put him on in their imaginations and came to earth. God walked down the ladder, letting go of being powerful and mighty. This is who OUR God is: a baby, fragile and helpless, the one who shares our poverty, our helplessness, our powerlessness; the one who enters our very human, lived condition and shows us the way of hope. This Christmas, and hopefully a post-Covid19 New

Page 3| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart NOVITIATE RECEPTION CEREMONY VINCENT AND ANH ; Leaving Blackburn, arriving at St Mary’s Towers Douglas Park

God has shaped me, so I can easily accept myself and the difference of others. Second, the intimacy between God and myself is increased significantly during the pandemic time. I discover him in many ways in my daily life. I can find him in silence and solitude in meditation, I can find him in nature when I am running for exercise, and sometimes, he talks to me by people I meet.

I think my relationship with God like friendship and I can share everything with him. Finally, with the great environment and the wonderful community, I can see and feel the MSC charism in everyday life " To be on earth the Heart of God " love with a human heart and that is a mission I will follow in the future.

I would like to say thank you to the MSC for giving me a great opportunity to know and live the MSC charism. I appreciate all your support."

Goodbye to Blackburn from Khoi, director and Terry BowmanPP

Vincent and Anh joined the MSC pre-Novitiate year at Blackburn last January when we had practically no idea of what 2020 would be for us. With self-isolating and social distancing coming in in March, it meant that a formation year would be isolated, especially during the first Victorian lockdown and then in the over 100 days Stage 4 lockdown, from July to November. We did have one opportunity for gathering at Blackburn, the Feast of the Sacred Heart.

Conferences and community meetings by Zoom. No outside outlet for pastoral formation. But regular work for the online parish Masses. Khoi's birthday, a lighter moment now and again We asked Anh for a reflection.

"Good day everyone, Peter Malone has asked me to write my reflection about a year of pre-novitiate on behalf of the community, so I would like to share some words with you.

If someone asks me what have I learned from the pre- novitiate year, I would say that I have learned a lot of things that I guess I will not learn from outside.

First, this year is a really special year for me because of COVID 19. In terms of formation, the benefit of a pandemic is that I can encounter God deeply in my thought and emotion. For example, I can understand my loneliness, sadness… I find a way to deal with my emotion and realize that my true-self and false-self A principal pastoral activity, the parish's online Masses

Page 4| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Novitiate Reception Ceremony Vincent Phong Phan, Anh Nguyen and Fr Chris McPhee

Homily : Novitiate Reception Ceremony by Peter Harvey- Jackson msc We read the scene by the Lake in Luke’s Gospel Ch. 5: 1-11 Jesus is inviting Peter to take on something more than a casual friendship.

Jesus invites Peter: “Follow me!” Peter’s protest is saying to Jesus. “I can’t do this I am full of defects and you are so close to God. I won’t be able to keep up, it is too much.” Does this sound familiar? Jesus reassures Peter in words we know so well. ” Do not be afraid.” So Peter follows Jesus….. He gets to know Jesus and sees how he lives and acts and he listens to him preaching. It is probably in Peter’s boat that the disciples and Jesus cross the Lake Gennesaret. As we follow Peter in the Gospels we find he is im- pulsive and ‘full of faults and failings ‘ and he stumbles along the way as he follows Jesus. But he has become very close to Jesus and he finds he loves Jesus. We see Peter in all his humanness, full of good intentions, frail but loveable,…..just like us. Yet this is the man he chooses to be the Shepherd of his flock. After Jesus’ death Peter will lead his church for the next thirty years. Jesus called Peter and Peter responded in all his humanness. That is what Jesus is asking of you Anh and Vincent as you enter the Novitiate this evening. Jesus calls us because he wants us to be his friends and carry on his work of love and service. Anh and Vincent , we welcome you to our community and we promise you our support and prayers. We pray that during your Novitiate year you will like Peter grow in your love and friendship for Jesus and become absolutely convinced in your hearts that you are loved by God unconditionally; loved without any reser- vation. And remember Jesus’ words to Peter and to you….. ‘Do not be afraid.’ Anh and Vincent with Chris McPhee at Douglas Park

Page 5| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart CHEVALIER DAY 2020 at Daramalan College

that they have developed the skills to On Wednesday 21 October Dara- be adaptable and innovative. They al- malan College celebrated Cheva- so spoke of how they have learned to lier Day with a small number of spe- appreciate much more the routine cial visitors to mark the occasion. things they had taken for granted previ- These included Fr Chris McPhee, Fr ously having experienced being in lock- Jim Littleton, Fr Bob Irwin, Br Barry down earlier in the year. Since returning Smith, Alison McKenzie and Mark to school they have become very con- McGinnity. The College Chaplain, Fr fident in doing a range of online events Kimi Vunivesilevu, also attended for from assemblies to fundraising and the much of the day including working 2021 on one of the food stalls at lunchtime. student leaders said that they are keen to connect online with student leaders The day started with an online Litur- in the other three MSC schools in the gy of the Word which was led by future. the 2020 student leaders. Fr Chris McPhee spoke to the students Following morning tea with the staff, Fr about the idea of focussing on one Chris blessed and dedicated the reno- positive thing in these challenging vated McMahon courtyard and the times. He also spoke of the im- plaques for this space were unveiled. portance of love and of not letting The courtyard is dedicated to all Mis- negative things in the world distract sionaries of the Sacred Heart who have us from the one thing that really lived and worked at Daramalan Col- matters. lege from 1962-2019. Fr Chris and Mark McGinnity then spent some time in a meeting with the 2020 and 2021 student leaders listening

to the students speak about how this year has been for them and their plans for next year. The students spoke open- ly about some of the challenges they

have faced and they recognised that from these challenges they have had opportunities to make changes to their traditional roles and responsibilities.

They have valued their ability to look for other ways of doing things and recognised

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Principal Rita Daniels spoke to the assembled students briefly about the history of the courtyard and why we wanted to dedicate it to the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. She also informed the school during that day that the new building planned for the site of the former MSC Residence will be called the Issoudun Wing. This building will be a Performing Arts Centre for Drama and Music. It is hoped that it will be Father Chris McPhee msc during the blessing and dedication of the McMahon Court- completed in 2022, the 60th yard , with Fr Bob Irwin msc, Cheryl Hamill, Fr Jim Littleton msc , Rita Daniels and anniversary of Daramalan students College.

Mark McGinnity, Fr Bob Irwin, Br Barry Smith, Rita Daniels, Fr Chris McPhee , Fr Jim Littleton, Alison McKenzie with Daramalan students

Page 7| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart PETER HEARN msc, OLSH RANDWICK

His last letter to the Parish

tament to the vitality of our parish. Thanks to all of you for your joy in being Catholics - no mean achievement in our sometimes torrid environment within and outside the Church - and especially your exceptional generosity to so many good causes and collections, petitions and so on. Generosity, joy and hospitality are central to the Heart of Jesus. I am deeply indebted to the various, and too numerous to mention, committees and groups within the parish - all vol- untary. Of central importance are the PPC and Finance Committees. They have achieved so much. As you know, I do have a particular love of music, and so the groups and, especially, the com- bined choirs, the AV producers that come together for our High Holy Days, have given me great happiness and up- lifted our liturgies. Our liturgies are, after all, where not just ourselves, but non- Catholics or intermittent Catholics will After 12 years, this is my final back page mainly interface with us. for our marvellous Parish Magazine. First up, a sincere word of thanks on behalf of Hence, we priests have also taken care all of us to Tony McNamara our editor, in the preparation of Baptisms, Weddings and Debbie Laurence for the profession- and Funerals. Our teachers and cate- al lay out. chists give of their very best to make our schools places of encounter with the val- I have asked to have the photo on this ues and life of Christ. They have been page included here: it is taken at one of very welcoming of me and the priests our Easter Vigils. It says so much to me of and so easy to work with. Covid has my life at OLSH. Every year to see 16-22 clipped our wings dramatically, of adults come through the RCIA is a huge course. achievement on the part of the parish and team. One would need to spend a day in the Parish Office to know the sheer variety of Our Mission Statement says that we are a interactions that occur. I have greatly parish gathered and nurtured by the Eu- appreciated the dedication of Trish and charist, and sent on mission ‘To Be on Anita, Phyllis and other volunteers in the Earth the Heart of Jesus’. That we have Office who keep the place from de- so many desiring to be Catholics is a tes- scending into chaos. A sense of humour

Page 8| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart is absolutely necessary for the office ministry – and it is a ministry where the sor- rowful and the joyful mysteries, and sometimes the simply mysterious are encoun- tered daily. THANKS!

Finally, to my MSC brethren: I could not live happily on my own. (I need others, if only to annoy them!) So many MSC have come and gone, some to their eternal reward. In particular the young priests from Vietnam, India and Indonesia have brought vibrancy, good humour and dedication to the life of the parish. I love our MSC life and pray vocations will continue to come from our parish. Blessings to you all and my thanks to the Sacred Heart, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart and St Joseph for their kindly care of me and all.

Page 9| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart change [in our lives]—Change is not pain- TO BE ON EARTH THE ful, it is the resistance to change that is painful. In Revelation we hear that Jesus is HEART OF GOD knocking that he may come in, so that he (Reflections of a talk given by Chris Chaplin msc to the can draw us out. Fr Chris though thinks of Parish at Henley Beach) the times when Jesus knocks from within ‘… so that we will let him come out.’ And By Dr John Wallace [truly] living a Spirituality of the Heart means that we must ‘walk the talk’ [with respect to a focus beyond the four walls of the Church building where we worship].

Listening is at the centre of Heart Spirituality and we hear the voice of Jesus through others. If you can’t hear the voice of others who you can see, how can you listen to the voice of Jesus who you can’t see? The MSC Leadership, Fr Chris tells us, have been developing an approach to listening During September we celebrated the leg- which Chris presented to us called Accom- acy left to us from all past MSC. A week of paniment. It is a ‘walking together’ without reflection and sharing was conducted over interjecting and imposing our own views or five nights, with the Tuesday night set aside experience on the other. E.g. ‘I had that for the Memorial Mass for Fr Frank and Fr same issue when…’ or ‘that reminds me of John who both died 12 months earlier. a time…’ For example, the road to Em- Over the other four nights, our guest speak- maus story is an example of accompani- ers reflected on different aspects of the ment. Jesus listened to their story without call—and to help us to understand the interjection. commitment of parishioners—to be “missionary disciples”. Accompaniment starts with encounter of the other person and moving through each The final reflection by Fr Chris Chaplin MSC of the stages depicted in the diagram be- Director Ministry Formation, Rome, ex- low plored the charism of the MSC and the continued encouragement it gives us to search for the “Heart of the Sacred”, in the confused and challenging context of life Accompaniment: from Encounter to Mission today. This reflection provided a thought provoking bookend to a wonderful, prayer- ful week. Chris took us into our call as MSC to be on earth the heart of God.

Fr Chris started with the premise that the Encounter Intimacy Church in the West is a Church in decline, (appreciating) (envisioning) with decreasing numbers and aging popu- lations; clergy sexual abuse and the short- age of clergy and so on. We tend to try and manage the decline rather than look

to where the Spirit is leading us. Conversion (letting go, Mission co-constructing) We were presented with the challenge of (sustaining) Spirituality of the Heart. We were reminded that the Spirituality of the Heart is a way to live our lives…death is greater than

Source: Fr Chris Chaplin reflection 2020: To be on earth the Heart of God

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The question for me from Fr Chris’ reflection with us is: what does this mean for me and then us as a Parish? And two other questions in this area for me are: How can we develop a new way of relat- ing with each other which is a Heart response rather than a head response? How can we interact/interrelate with the Church i.e. beyond the Parish

Fr Chris Chaplin msc

Conclusion focus on the future will involve change so The challenge of discerning our roles as lay, that we are discerning and developing the religious, deacons and priests was opened future Church. The change can be made up over this week by our guest speakers. more profound and sustainable through the And this challenge stretches from our call to challenge of developing and living a Heart be missionary disciples through the call to Spirituality. Living a Heart Spirituality can be mission. The call to mission involves a focus achieved through what I name as active lis- on the future rather than dwelling on the tening. And this is in line with the notion of past. As we focus on this future, we must be journeying with the other or walking together spiritually sensitive to the present, and this by getting them to talk about and make can be done through listening, praying and sense of their own lived experience. acting on what we learn from the scriptures and each other. Overall, from our week of reflecting and sharing there are a lot more questions that

come out than I have captured here, be- The future can be accessed more fully once cause these are only my reflections. The real we have started a formation process. The challenge goes beyond us and the parish and into the world in which we live.

MSC Lay gathering at Henley Beach

Page 11| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart ACKNOWLEDGING THE MSC MINISTRY OF

COMPASS Theology REVIEW : Australians doing theology for Fifty Years

In this sizable volume we find surveyed all the articles and the authors that have gone into the making of Compass Theolo- gy Review over these past 50 years—a remarkable achievement in itself. The author wisely suggests that this is a book we dip into rather than expect to read it from beginning to end. Mind you, the task of dip- ping into a text such as this is made much easier with the index of authors and topics that complete this work of meticulous rec- ord. The pages of this book offer a valuable insight into the thinking and the faith of the writers and readers of a past era—as the subtitle has it, ’50 years of Australians

doing theology’. Some commendations by Tony Kelly CSsR, from his Foreword. The articles referred to in this survey cover an extraordinary period of theological de- velopment. It began with the Second Vatican Council with all its creativity and ferment; and moved through times of rap- id change, affecting religious orders, the Church as a whole, theology itself and theological education. These times experienced the trauma of Humanae Vitae, the influence of the different popes in this period, the challenges of ecumenism, in- terfaith dialogue, and so much else rang- ing from evolution, ecology and modern science . This was an extraordinary time for Austral- ia, for theology and Catholic thinking; and through it all Compass was a blessed point

of reference. That it was so, and for so long, was enabled by the generosity of a Tony Kelly CSsR

Page 12| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart particular religious order, the Mission- To my mind, a genial Catholicity per- aries of the Sacred Heart, and the vaded and animated Compass Theo- four editors that emerged to take up logical Review throughout its the task. Half a century ago, Dennis life. There was nothing rigid or exclu- Murphy MSC implemented his original sive in its content and style. Always a vision and made it practical and long way from a defensive communicable by getting this review ‘Catholicism’ (itself not a Catholic started. He was followed by Peter word), it exhibited the wisdom, ex- Hoy, MSC , then the author of this pansiveness and general good sense book, Peter Malone MSC who edit- of a truly Catholic spirit, deep and ed Compass from 1972 to 1998, and broad, often in difficult times. finally Barry Brundell, MSC, from 1999 to 2016. Under their guidance over No doubt all this derived from the mis- five decades Compass was born, sion of the Missionaries of the Sacred lived, grew and finally breathed its Heart: openness of heart and mind, last, ending as it began as a brave dedication and professionalism, con- and sustained instance of pastoral spiring to give the Compass we now and theological communication. miss after these fifty years; and for which the Australian Church must

give sincere thanks.

Tony Kelly CSsR

Barry Brundell msc The articles appearing in Compass, as the reader will see, were meant to be read. This review was not intended to be, nor did it ever become, an attic of irrelevant academic speculation. In a usually brief number of words the authors contributed on an amazing variety of topics. Theological considerations were related to the worlds of spirituality, missiology, ecumenism, psychology, religious education, science and art, and much else. The first cover 1967

Page 13| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart VALE JOHN FAHEY, AC - Chevalier College

TRIBUTE 12th SEPTEMBER 2020

the Order of St. Gregory the Great in recognition of his service to the Catholic Church in Australia.

College Board Chairman Matthew Waugh, from the Class of 1961, was himself a contemporary of John Fahey and has remained friends in the years since graduating. “John Fahey represented many of the best attributes of a Chevalier student and ranks most highly in regard among our alumni for those reasons. We offer our heartfelt condolences to his wife Colleen and his children, grandchildren and extended family. The sadness of John’s loss will also be felt by his classmates and many in the wider community.”

This is the tribute from Chevalier College's College Principal Chris McDermott said “John Shield and Heart. Chevalier College and its remained a champion for Chevalier all his life community mourn the passing today of and was looked up to by many across all gen- one of its most outstanding alumni John erations of past students and also by our pre- Fahey AC, a member of the Class of 1962. sent-day community. In 2016 he was awarded the Esprit du Chevalier Medal, the College’s John Fahey was elected to the NSW Parlia- highest public honour, which translates from ment in 1984 and rose to become a minis- the French as “Spirit of the Knight”. The out- ter and then Premier from 1992-1995. Dur- standing career of public service that John ing that time, aside from the reforms and devoted to his region, state, country and in- governance work of the day, John also be- deed to the world, is testimony to that award. came etched in the public memory for his Chevalier College will remember John in our courageous act of leaping to thwart what thoughts and prayers over the coming days appeared to be a would-be assassination and will work with his family, friends, classmates of Prince Charles by a man wielding a gun and colleagues to find a suitable occasion in and then later famously leaping for joy in the future to bring the community together for Monaco when Sydney was awarded the a fitting memorial service”. 2000 Olympics. Following the defeat in the close State election in 1995, he was then President of the Chevalier Past Students asso- elected to the Federal Parliament in 1996 ciation Mark Wallace (CPS 1976) said “The and immediately appointed to a cabinet passing of John Fahey at the age of 75 is role as Minister for Finance and Administra- poignant as in under six months we celebrate tion, a role he held for six years until his re- the 75th anniversary of the college that he tirement from politics. Since his retirement loved so much and which he himself said from politics, John maintained some cor- many times played such a big part in the for- porate advisory work and many other in- mation of his character. That was also a won- volvements but then also took on the ma- derful formative era for Chevalier itself, and to jor role as the President of the World Anti- see many of that generation leaving us now is Doping Agency from 2008-13. He has a source of sadness. been the Chancellor of the Australian Catholic University since 2014. Last year he John was a leader at the school, not only was awarded the Knight Grand Cross of was he captain of the First XI cricket team and a vital member of arguably the great-

Page 14| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart est First XV rugby team that has ever taken the field for Chevalier, but he was also a student leader in the Young Catholic Society.

He is remembered outside the school too, as it is part of local folklore at Harbison Care, the aged cared facility down the road from Chevalier, that John Fahey used to come down as a schoolboy in the 1950s and chop firewood for the elderly residents during winter as an act of kindness.” At Chevalier Golden Jubilee with daughter Tiffany and Bob Irwin msc His contemporary Matt Waugh conclud- ed that John Fahey, like almost all the students of that time, also held great admiration for the then College Rector Fr Tyson Doneley OAM. “In many ways John lived up to ideals that we saw in Fr Doneley. Not only did John excel in sport like Fr Doneley, but he went on in public life to show the same quiet unassuming leadership that emphasised character, courage, and devotion in service to the community. Both men lived up to the College’s Lat- in motto – Fortes in Fide or 'Strong in Faith' " said Mr Waugh. Receiving the Esprit de Chevalier Medal

Page 15| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart A MAN THAT MOVES… Quy Tran, MSC. From Saigon to Rome After two years of working as an MSC vocation promoter in Vietnam, I was sent to Rome for my further studies. I arrived in Italy in September 2017, just before the General Chapter who elected Fr. Abzalon Tovar to be Superior General. I love the Word of God and I am fond of reflecting upon it, so I chose to study biblical theology at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas which offers the STL program in Eng- lish. Although I am a student of the Angelicum, I go to the Biblicum library more often because there are a lot of wonderful books related to biblical studies there, and I enjoyed reading them so much. At weekends, I usually travelled around Rome and Italy to contemplate many magnificent ancient architectures of the churches and basili- cas, and at the same time I learnt more of the Italian people and their cultures. I will never forget my memories in the Eternal City.

From Rome to Sydney

Two years of biblical studies in Rome was quite hard but en- joyable for me. In February I flew back to my home country and spent two weeks staying with my family, visiting communities and friends. It was so good to meet our loved ones in person, though we still get connected through the Internet nowadays. And then I had to say goodbye to Vietnam to continue my journey. I landed in Sydney in March and the pandemic broke out, then the lockdown took place after my arrival one week. I am now staying at Kenso parish with Fr. Alo Lamere who is a good and easygoing fellow. I celebrate daily Mass with De La Salle brothers, three days in their provincialate and four days in their retirement home named Kar- laminda, just across the street. Even though I get stuck here because of the Covid-19, I am so thankful to God that I am given time and space for relaxation and refreshment after the studies in Rome. I spend more time observing and reflecting on the human life, on the Church and the world. Through the pandemic, I realize many issues in the ecclesiological realm such as liturgy, catechism, clericalism, etc and also in the social aspects regarding economics, politics, and environment. I find that there is always something good amidst the many bad things happening. There are new insights, new enlighten- ments, new hopes through the experience of the Wuhan-virus epidemic. I am looking forward to seeing a new pentecost that is dawning with a trusting heart.

From Sydney to Suva

The previous plan was that I would be assigned in a parish, but after some further consultations, I now have my new appointment as a biblical lecturer in the Pacific Regional Seminary (PRS) in Suva. Wow, out of nowhere Fiji appears into my life! I have never heard of Fiji before. It was a big surprise for me! I do not know if I can do much for the Pacific people, but I believe that, there is a divine call for me to go there, and for sure God will enable me to see God’s glory in the middle of Pacific Ocean, and I am invited to continue making God’s love known in those mission islands.

Page 16| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart PETER HENDRIKS Our new MSC Deputy Provincial

priest then do so. My only vocation for you is to know that I love you’. “God has a habit of being right. To know oneself as deeply loved by God is the root to any vocation”. After Peter was accepted into the MSC’s, restlessness was still being a faithful pest. “One moment in the novitiate when I found myself struggling, God said, ‘The only way out is through’,” he said.

This is a brief interview with Peter Hendriks from The Catholic Weekly. At the time of this interview his ministry was Vocation work. Since this interview back in 2015 Peter was transferred from Monivae College to being parish priest of St Paul's Nightcliff, Darwin. Peter identified that there was often strong feelings At our October Provincial Council Meeting Peter of fear and anxiety in his day. was invited to be the next Deputy Provincial. Peter, Once those emotions were addressed he found he with openness and willingness accepted. was able to stop the pattern in his life of “moving The following is an interview dated August 5th 2015, on” or “backing out” and was able to settle into a and is still very relevant today. life commitment. Six years on from being ordained as an MSC he MISSIONARIES of the Sacred Heart Father Peter Hen- feels grateful to live the charism ‘To be on Earth the driks says his life proves that God “writes straight Heart of God’. with crooked lines”. For all people discerning their vocation Fr Peter Fr Peter knows this reveals the truth that his heart said: “God has a vocation for you that no one else was difficult to settle. can fulfil. The answer lies in knowing that God loves “I was inherently restless,” he said. you. I love the saying, ‘The one who walks with God Straight after university Peter joined the Jesuits and always gets to their destination. Keep walking with was with them for five years. God, talking with God and listening to God. God “I spent a lot of that time discerning if it was for me. will reveal the best path to take, it will be a path of I grew a lot emotionally and I discerned. Decided love’.” and hoped that priesthood wasn’t for me,” he said. For the next 12 years Peter wandered through different career paths. He was a school teacher, completed his Theologi- cal studies, did some more teaching, completed a Social Work degree and worked as a probation/ parole Officer. His restlessness was still keeping him in good compa- ny. He continued attend retreats to help discern his vocation and life. “One day while I was on retreat I was expressing my absolute frustration with God that he was not being clear enough about what I should do,” he said. “God’s response to my prayer was wonderful. “It was simply this, ‘Peter if you want to be a layper- son and get married then do so. If you want to be a

Page 17| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart

FR LEO WEARDEN msc Celebrates 40 Years as Priest

In 1999, Fr Leo was presented with the Humanitarian Overseas Service Medal (HOSM) by the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference for his service in East Timor, amidst intensely difficult and dangerous conditions.

The Bishop of Darwin, the Most Rev. Charles Gauci congratulated Fr Leo on the 40th anniversary of his ordination and thanked him for responding to the call to serve God’s people through the ministerial priesthood.

Fr Leo was also congratulated by many of those he has worked with over the past four decades, and was thanked for the extraordinary contribution he has made to the lives of so many people.

This is a feature from Sandpiper e-News from the Sandhurst diocese – Leo is clearly a son of Sand- hurst.

Fr Leo received all his Sacraments in the Sandhurst Diocese and attended school at St Patrick’s Primary School in Tongala, St Augustine’s College in Ky- abram, and Salesian College in Rupertswood, which is now known as Salesian College Sunbury before commencing his training to become a priest with the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. 1980 Fr Leo is currently serving as Parish Priest in the remote parish of Wadeye in the Northern Territory, a Fr Leo enjoys returning to the Sandhurst area to visit position he took up in 2005 having cut short his sab- his many friends and family, including his 93-year- batical study to fill the vacancy. Wadeye, is one of old mother Marie Wearden who resides in Kyabram. Australia's largest remote Indigenous communities, located approximately 420 km south west of Dar- win. It is accessed by unsealed road during the dry season and by light aircraft or barge during the wet season.

Over the past forty years, Fr Leo has served in the Tiwi Islands, Papua New Guinea and East Timor, places in which he retains a strong interest. He is a member of Diocesan College of Priests and plays a significant role on the Diocesan Aboriginal Council. In addition to these roles, he is on the Pro- vincial Council for the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Congregation [MSC] in Australia and is the Religious Superior for the MSCs in the Northern Terri- tory.

Page 18| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart A word from the Provincial: Leo Wearden msc and Bishop Charles Gauci After being on the Provincial Council for over 9 years, Leo will be finishing at the end of 2020.

For me, Leo has been a tremendous asset. His insights, wisdom and understanding of the province and our men will be greatly missed. His care and concern for all was at the centre of Leo’s conver- sations when discussing issues and direction for our Provincial Council Meetings. Thank you also for your friendship and support of me personally and I look forward to visiting Wadeye as we move forward into our future.

Congratulations and again thank you for being a witness, being on earth the heart of God.

Chris McPhee msc

KINCOPPAL COMMUNIONS Pastoral opportunities sometimes lessen when one is not involved more fully in normal pastoral work. But Fr Frank was helpful recently at the First Communion day Mass at Kincoppal-Rose Bay School Fr Frank Dineen MSC joined Year 3 students and their families for First Communion in the historic chapel at Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart. Fr Frank has been a regular celebrant at Kincoppal- Rose Bay over the last few years and is pictured here with Tessa on her very special day.

Photo reproduced with permission

Page 19| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart UNIVERSAL BASIC INCOME Building a new future

Claude Mostowik msc

be paid by society’s more vulnerable mem- It would seem that most people would prefer a bers. Despite objections that we lack the re- society based on care rather than profit and sources to fund such an income does not yearn for work that serves their higher needs. mean such a proposal is impossible. We need to acknowledge that a hunger for respect, love, generosity and a sense of higher purpose to their lives is something many theo- Pope Francis, along with economists, have ries overlook. called for a ‘universal basic income.’ In 2018, the UN Secretary General, said that COVID-19 has revealed society’s failure to ad- ‘governments may have to consider stronger dress the needs of many people. The global safety nets and eventually UBI’ in response to market’s vulnerability has been exposed with job displacements due to automation and arti- threats to supply chains, and ruthless competi- ficial intelligence (AI). Pope Francis’ concerns tion that disregards its impact on people and about the market economy, the ‘throwaway’ the Earth. culture, and hyper-individualism in the global North have been countered by movements Despite calls for a return to business as usual, among underprivileged and marginalised pop- we need to be aware that our well-being de- ulations with a social alternative to the West’s pends on the well-being of all people and the ‘tyranny of money’ that ‘privileges profit and Earth. We need an economy that meets the stimulates competition.’ This is not about chari- needs of people and the Earth’s living systems ty, but justice. by moving from profit-maximising corporations to self-organising, self-reliant, life-serving communities. We need to use resources that in- A UBI would allow people greater freedom to crease the well-being of people and nature pursue dignity in work without being forced to while eliminating those that consume resources merely work for wages. It would prevent or re- for such things as military spending and finan- duce poverty and increase equality. It would cial speculation. be periodic with regular payments in cash where each individual, not households, re- Unregulated capitalism has continued to be a ceives the payment. All would receive the pay- failure. For unregulated capitalism, organisa- ment irrespective of need or willingness to tions are productive, efficient and rational work. This would provide for basic needs and when maximising money and power. Society even achieve financial stability. needs to be dedicated to the well-being of people and the Earth. The economy, corporations, government policies, legal, education The virtues of a UBI are questioned because it and cultural systems and personal behaviour may provide an excuse for stopping work and should be considered rational, productive, and dissolving associated human relationships ra- efficient when they actually maximise the ca- ther than strengthening social ties. Despite ob- pacity to be attuned to social, economic and jections about irresponsible spending by the environmental justice for everyone and where working poor, it has been found that they actu- people are seen as intrinsically valuable rather ally do invest in their future. As countries see than valued as commodities. this idea as a Covid-19 stimulus, it is a question of when, not if. The frailty of the social contract has been exposed. The concept of a universal income pay- A UBI SOUNDS LIKE AN IDEALISTIC ment available to all citizens, once a fringe idea, is now on the agenda and discussed as AND LEFT-WING IDEA, BUT HAS LONG ‘absolutely necessary’. The social cost of not HAD SUPPORT IN RIGHT-WING POLI- introducing such a payment is great and will TICS AND ECONOMICS.

Page 20| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Its implementation, though challenging, is possible and would make for a fairer environment. Neoliberalism is struggling and failing to find an- swers in the midst of a great societal shakeup due to the pandemic. The time has come for ideas that seemed impossible just months ago.

The very rich have isolated themselves with advantages that hide the hardships ordinary people endure. A guar- anteed income must not be held up or pre- ty. The tie between work and consumption vented by the wealthy. In fact, by supporting could be cut, opening the way to life, liberty, a social need, the rich are protect- and the pursuit of happiness. ing themselves from global catastrophes such as viral epidemics, environmental disasters Forms of UBI have effectively been operating and terrorism. But, as Noam Chomsky sug- in many parts of the world, e.g., Scandinavia gests, ‘There’s no profit in preventing a future and Alaska, and have helped to build rather catastrophe.’ than drain prosperity. The question of financ- ing is important but the starting point is an A UBI is a good way to maintain social solidari- agreement to launch it. Then international ty in uncertain times. This could break down best practice can be drawn upon to deter- the barriers of inequality, improve trust and mine suitable options. maintain cohesion and social stability As Covid-19 spreads, economic stability is essen- Since the 2008 global financial crisis, countries tial for social solidarity. A UBI reinforces the have cut public services and disadvantaged view that when basic needs are met, people many. The number of millionaires increased can take care of themselves, and each other, then, and now with the pandemic. with less fear and anxiety. It seems reasonable and fair that the privi- leged class finance the UBI so the great major- ity can benefit through fairer tax arrange- A UBI would enable people to replace a pre- ments. Many economists, in proposing how a carious and anxious work culture with life- UBI could be funded, all converge on the re- affirming, creative, and healthier pursuits such distribution of wealth through tax collection. as meaningful family activities. Rather than struggling to stay afloat in an intense job mar- Stories abound of people showing care and ket, tedious work could be replaced with life- generosity during the Covid-19 pandemic. affirming, creative pursuits. While the pandem- These are the foundations of a revolutionary ic may have revealed the weaknesses of an society - the society humanity needs - where industrial society, it also revealed a world filled people and planet come before profit. This with hope and social solidarity. This is our might not be considered realistic to some, but chance to maintain that world. neither were the civil rights, feminist, anti- apartheid, environment, and LGBTIQ move- ‘Where will the government find the money?’ ments. is no longer a valid objection to providing an economic safety net for the people. To say ‘not possible’ is not realistic. This pandemic can lead to new hope and be world- A UBI is the most direct route to economic and changing. social justice. It recognizes the human right of each person’s claim to the resources of socie-

Page 21| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart A LETTER FROM HENLEY BEACH by Noel Mansfield msc

First, a reminder that the week of cele- should tell the story of our MSC presence brations of MSC in Adelaide is under in this part of the world. way. Tomorrow sees the special Mass We have been here for over 100 years. So, with Archbishop Patrick O’Regan. There we a looking back over the century and are further events for the rest of the presenting a vision for the next period of week. our journey with the people of Henley Beak – and out dedication to the Archdi- ocese over these significant years – into the future. To show what we are attempting at this time, I would like to share the overall plan for this time. In order to place this event in perspective, we need to acknowledge the MSC’s who have contributed to the parish life of over so many years. We cannot mention all of them at once. However, this occasion happens to coincide intentionally with the first anniversary of the death of Fr. John Noel has also sent some photos with the Rate. It is also the second anniversary of following note: These photos were from another MSC, connected with the parish. Mass last Sunday, Sept 13th at 9.30. I was This is Fr. Frank Perry. Each of them contrib- trying to show the variety of people at uted to the parish life in his own particular Mass - from the young to the old. They way. also demonstrate social distancing. I We, as Missionaries of the Sacred, wish to was hoping that a few photos would acknowledge the contribution of all our show the way the church has to be set confreres who have served the people of up for Covid 19. Noel’s letter: I have been at Henley Beach Parish now for six months. It has taken me time to settle to the routine and get to know how the parish operates. We have a big week coming up. It all starts next Monday, 21st. There will be a talk each night for the week. It has been in the planning for many months and

Page 22| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Henley Parish over these many years. We, as the MSC family would like to thank Whatever we think of particular MSC’s Paul for taking on this task. We support who have served here, we want to him in all that he has undertaken. acknowledge that they have all served to make this parish what it is today. We rec- ognize that all of them have served here as part of the family of MSC priests and brothers. Clearly, Paul Cashen’s contribution has been an outstanding feature of the whole episode. At the death of John Rate, he has had to move into areas that he would rather not have had to do. He has had to take up the role of Parish Priest and now as the co-ordinator of this conference concerning our future. He has reached retirement age and now he finds himself in the middle of a conference preparation.

Page 23| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart IN APPRECIATION of John Kelliher by John O’Connor msc

John moved to installed replacing old power-hungry heat- Sydney to be close ers that also risked fire and accidental trip- to his aged mother, ping. This would mean major savings in win- Francie living with ter costs and great afternoon summer com- dementia in a nurs- fort. ing home. He was A new hot water system was installed for the most devoted to her West Wing. care and visited regularly until her pass- A few rooms were upgraded with laminated ing. He did not seem wood flooring. to take any leave One-off complications: from his duties to grieve; but, just kept Introduction of Medirest Catering and St Vin- going. He exercised cent’s Health Care: his pastoral skills dur- The Provincial Chapter insisted on this ing Saturday morning visits of my sister in law change. In several community meetings, Kath who clearly responded well – to the delight this was a topic that was hotly disputed by and gratitude of Pat my brother who thanked some, especially because of the cost of up- John yesterday. grading the kitchen if the dining room was John’s initial concern was effective communica- open to commercial use. Such use ended, tion in the community: So, he tried with mixed and the refurbishments went ahead at an success: affordable cost. The great beautiful big white board There were on-going complications and after extensive reviews, the catering contract A monthly one-hour community meeting/ was given to another operator. All of this conversation meant a lot of work and stress. Sunday drinks announcements Covid-19 Pandemic: Dining room announcements with PA. John was With growing awareness of the deadly na- concerned about deafness isolating some men. ture of this virus especially for elderly, proto- Publishing plans for kitchen alterations for com- cols needed to be established to ensure the ment and arranging meetings with the architect safety of the community, especially in total lockdown. Social distancing was well ob- Publishing the four-week menu for comment served in chapel and dining room – not A dining room committee to monitor opinions quite in pre-luncheon drinks on Sundays. regarding the food. Cleaning of tables became a regular chore mostly observed after meals. Dispensers Another concern was de-cluttering: were installed in commonly used places. As There arrived a great beautiful big skip into with the outside world, certain stresses no which accumulated junk and damaged furni- doubt occurred. ture was dumped. By decluttering one’s bed- 7.00 am Mass in the chapel excluded the room, clean up would be simplified after one’s many locals who became part of the final demise. broader Kenso family. This loss was felt by Members could locate their books in a section many. of the archives assured of easy access in future. Unusual Growth in Community: Maintenance, safety and improvements of living While positive and most welcomed, it conditions: meant a period of adjustment for all the All electrical cords and devices were inspected community. by electricians; unsafe ones were removed. A number moved to care at St Joseph’s Electrically adjustable beds from St Joseph’s adding to the need to visit and support reg- were installed for anyone who wished to have ularly. one.

All West Wing bedrooms had air conditioners

Page 24| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Reconfiguration of Kensington campus: John met becoming superior of all Kenso with sensitivity and respect for others’ feelings. Parish Commitments: John would do weekend supply as needed In particular, he acted as PP at Malabar/Matraville parish during the PP’s illness as he covered funerals and visits to the sick. He never made a big deal of this. He regularly attended diocesan clergy meetings. Significant Funerals: JJohn O’Connor and John Kelliher The deaths of Adrian Meaney, Paul Stenhouse and Bishop Des Moore all presented logistical challenges especial- Some talk of being superior as the job nobody ly in pandemic conditions. The closing of the An- wants – especially, with the unusual conditions nals coincided with Paul’s death. Our Lady of the of recent times adding a remarkable degree Rosary became an ideal setting. While wishing to of difficulty to the normal challenge. maintain traditional cordiality to mourners, much change was necessary because of the virus. Coping Skills: Spiritual Leadership John worked on maintaining his physical health and fitness by recreating at the beach John would typically quote a passage from the – whether Maroubra, Clovelly or elsewhere. MSC Constitutions as part of a reflection, thereby His spirited walking up and down in front of affirming the vision of Jules Chevalier and followers the Monastery certainly challenged me to do for our living identity as apostles of the heart of the same – at least for a while - as I sat trying God. to work out the daily crossword puzzle. John respected individual’s choices regarding litur- His faithful following of Rugby Union no doubt gical practice after a lifetime as faithful MSC. came down the family from legendary Cyril John would be celebrant at some community Towers. Masses and conduct memorial evenings of recent- Other than that, who knows? Perhaps, it ly deceased. speaks of a healthy lived connection with the At the various opportunities, John would try to in- Suffering Servant? Perhaps it is best summed culcate various values and themes of MSC tradi- up in the words of the MSC prophet, Frank An- tions. dersen in his Trinity Song. Community Comments: Several of us expressed appreciation of his devo- So, thanks and congratulations John for your tion to the sick and dying in the community. Some generous service to this community. could link this to their own transitions in lifestyle We wish you every blessing as you return to where he showed personal interest and support. Darwin to support the parish community at St His sensitivity was seen also in his style of asking oth- Paul’s Parish, Nightcliffe and continue the his- ers to help with ministry; he asked if this or that task toric MSC service to our special people of was OK rather than publishing a roster. Northern Australia. “He has done a pretty good job” is often said. Some stress his dedication to visiting the sick and men at St Joseph’s as well as taking people to appointments. Some talk of his care and sensitivity generally.

Page 25| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart FR KHOI NGUYEN msc Reflection : Lockdown Phase 2

day activity. We need to regulate our feelings and emotions – letting them surface and be as they are, finding the messages they want to convey, the deeper meaning about our deeper selves, nourishing our life-giving emotions and integrating the emotions that are driving us to despair and darkness rather than hope and light.

During this time, quite a few spiritual writers have observed that this is an opportunity for us all to become conscious of who we really are without fanfare, public attention and recognition, dis- tractions from our busy lives, tu- multuousness of everyday life, or our public duties and services which are wonderfully good in themselves but can also be a boost injection to our ego and ambitious giant. Who are we with you all, just having a chat, when all these things suddenly sharing and listening to what is disappear? Are we still beloved going on, looking at your face I remember last time I wrote to of God? Are we still feeling and and seeing the happiness and you in the ST THOMAS THE APOS- experiencing this love from God sadness in people’s hearts. Not TLE CATHOLIC CHURCH maga- regardless of our deflated ego being able to experience this at zine was when we were in the screaming at us? this time leaves a hole in my first wave of the coronavirus and heart and part of myself trying to in the first lockdown. This time I fill it with defensive aggression Recently I read an article from am writing to you, we are in the and egoistic anger from time to Andrew Hamilton SJ. In the arti- second wave and the second time. cle, he reflected on the two lockdown. feasts that mark the month like the two hands holding the sa- In recent times, the media has I do not know about you, but I cred body of Christ: the feast of been talking a lot about mental find this second lockdown is St Mary of the Cross McKillop health of people enduring the harder, not physically since I and the feast of the Assumption restrictive lifestyle of the pan- have got used to regulate my of Mary. demic. I think it is worthwhile and day at home, but mentally. I find vitally important for us all to be my sense of anxiety has height- aware of our mental states – St Mary of the Cross is obviously ened, my feelings and emotions whether anxiety, hopelessness, celebrated gloriously every year have become a bit more in- powerlessness, contentment, joy as she is our first ever Australian tense. One thing I realise is that I or peace – we all need to at- am missing being with people, canonised saint. But her light tend to this as part of our every-

Page 26| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart shines so gloriously not merely Twilight is an image that can into the heart – very symbolic to because of that but because it capture a perception about life me. This is when I see the most was shining through darkness. that is not so naïve but also not beautiful twilight around here. With my limited vision these days, so pessimistic and despairing. Twi- There is always a mixture of a I find it much easier to see and light tells us that life is not certain restful peace and an awakening read with white writing in a black but certainly uncertain. It also rising in me. background. Mary had a difficult invites us to be open for anything Let us continue to keep watch life with hardships, trials of accu- possible. Possibility may not hap- with the twilight in our heart. sations and excommunication. pen according to our timetable, But she shone through as a wom- but it does happen according to Take care, keep washing an of faithful trust in God’s provi- God’s time. Also, it portrays how hands… and may God bless you dence. Light shining through beautiful life is despite its restless all! darkness is always glorious. ambiguity and paradoxes. Fr Khoi Nguyen msc

It is similar with the feast of the Formator/Assistant Priest Assumption of Mary. In the midst I like looking at sunset from our of the darkness of death, the glo- backyard where the sun goes rious assumption has shone down into the two trees made up through. Death and darkness a heart shape by their bushy can be the final word of the branches. The sun goes down world, but it is definitely not of God. This has been manifested in Jesus, affirmed in Mary, and will be done to and for us. Some- times we painfully realise that darkness is the only way to the light, and practically too much light would hurt our eyes and blur our vision. Life needs both light and darkness from time to time.

What I want to conclude with is this. Sometimes our perception is vital. Are we seeing a half full glass or a half empty glass? Are we seeing light surrounding our darkness or darkness surrounding our light? Reflecting on the two feasts we have this month; I see much light embracing our dark time of lockdown and death. Looking at the numbers of new cases and death toll every day, the fear and anxiety of people and myself, I see darkness surrounding our flickering light of hope for when we will get over this. Life is never purely light or purely darkness but always a mixed bag, like twilight!

Page 27| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart MEET FR BILL BRADY msc

Guinea. Those first three years of Priesthood were probably the most difficult. The climate, the dis- ease-carrying mosquitoes, the cultural differences, the expectations and lack of resources, but worst of all I contracted an illness that bedev- iled me for 8 years’.

As part of recuperation he spent 3 months at OLSH Randwick in 1978. ‘I liked it then, and that hasn’t changed’. For the next few years he held appointments at a number of MSC Colleges (Bowral, DownIands, and St Johns Darwin) found time to complete a University degree and in 1995 was appointed Parish Priest at St Paul’s Nightcliffe, Darwin. Apart from being an assistant priest at Kip- pax in ACT in 1982 this was his first real experience of Parish life.

Today’s MSC Update reminded us that Parts of the parish were in a fairly low socio- economic area and there was petty crime 4th October is Bill Brady’s 75th birthday. On Decem- around and about. The parishioners were laid ber 13th, he will be 45 years ordained. He has just back but open to change. experienced some surgery and is recovering. Example? ’Moving the altar was a big ask of these This article first appeared earlier this year in the parishioners but by consulting them, offering them OLSH Randwick Parish Bulletin – Bill is now sta- some options meant that the decision was theirs tioned in Randwick. The other photos are from the as much as mine. It taught me that involving the celebrations when the MSC withdrew from Hind- laity will make changes in today’s church possi- marsh parish, Adelaide. Bill was the last parish ble’ he added. ‘(I notice in the latest MSC Bulletin priest. the altar is now back in the more traditional posi-

tion)’. “Fr Bill Brady has served 8 parishes and 3 schools in

his 44 years of priesthood. In mid 2019, he was ap- Most of us can remember where we were on 9/11, pointed to our parish. the Twin Towers attack in New York. Fr Bill had Fr Brady tells an interesting story about how he been on a sabbatical, had visited Issoudon in joined the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. ’It was France where the MSCs were founded and he 1969. I had been thinking of become a priest - a was in the main street of Dublin when he watched missionary one - when I read an article in the it on TV. The return trip home met with some dis- Catholic Weekly about the MSCs. I had not heard comfort at Heathrow as the Americans now una- of them, so I replied to the advertisement and by ble to return for security reasons occupied all the late that year, at age 24 I had started my pre- no- seats, catching up on sleep. He had to stand for vitiate training at the Late Vocation Centre at the seven hours at the airport waiting to board the Kensington Monastery'. plane to bring him home.

He had left school, Woodlawn College Lismore, in Quite a number of appointments followed, nota- 1962 and started work at the Rural Bank of NSW bly Henley Beach, Adelaide, four others while on (coincidentally the present Provincial, Fr Chris loan to Townsville Diocese over a 5 year period McPhee also worked in a bank pre-ordination). His and in 2010 he was appointed Parish Priest of name was in the ballot for National Service in 1966 Hindmarsh. Here he experienced both wonderful and he spent the next two years in the Army dur- and sad times. It had been an MSC parish for 105 ing which time he spent 6 months in Malaysia years, cared for 5 Catholic schools in the area (MaIacca).There never was any real thought of and was one of two South Australian MSC parish- priesthood at this time.‘ es. But with no MSC priests available the parish

became a diocesan one. Sadly the number of I was ordained on 13 December 1975 and said my active MSC priests is declining. And replacements first Mass at St Patrick’s Smithtown, a small town on are not forthcoming. At one stage there were the North Coast near Kempsey. This was the parish none joining the Order for six years although I grew up in. My first appointment was to St Peter there’s a trickle now in training. Chanel College Ulapia, New Britain in Papua New

Page 28| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart Bill Brady msc-end left, in Adelaide 2019

‘I was reminded’, he said, ‘as he bid Hind- stilted and some words are foreign to all of us in marsh farewell of the Book of Ecclesiastes, ‘A their meaning (consubstantial comes to mind). time for everything under heaven’ and so it was a time to say goodbye. It was a parish He is strongly supportive of increasing the role of strong on community much like the communi- the laity, not an easy ask involving some loosening ty we have here at OLSH.’ of the role of church leaders and the need for But he remains hopeful. Vatican 11 for him more consulting with the laity. ‘We’re all equal be- was the lightning rod for change. Religious life cause of our Baptism’ he says ‘it’s just there are became different and better. The change differing roles for clergy and laity. The world is from the monastic life to a more open changing and some of our practices need changing too’. Difficult he says but he is hopeful that engagement with the laity was very signifi- meaningful changes will take place. He has great cant. Latin was replaced by English especially admiration for Pope Francis as he strives to mod- for Scripture Readings at Masses and priests ernise the church especially in the area of social facing the congregation were also significant justice. changes. Regrets? ‘I’d like better health but being a priest He welcomes many of the liturgical changes has given me much joy and I hope that I have but is not a big fan of the new liturgy. Some helped those many good people I have met thing went wrong, the language in parts is along the way’.

Page 29| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart ST JOHN’S CATHOLIC COLLEGE SACRED HEART DAY 60 YEARS STRONG IN FAITH

Principal’s Address from Sacred Heart Day: 60 Years world. Our motto, as a Missionaries of the Sacred Strong in Faith Heart founded College is Fortes in Fide – Strong in Faith, a three word Mission Statement that guides us Father Peter Hendriks, MSC, Mr Greg O’Mullane, Direc- each and every day. tor of Catholic Education NT and staff of the Catholic Education Office, Mr Anthony Burton, Chair of the Col- Today we acknowledge, affirm and celebrate the lege Advisory Board and members of the College Ad- vision and dedication of the Missionaries of theSacred visory Board, representatives from Catholic primary Heart (MSC), the Daughters of Our Lady of the Sacred and secondary schools, students, families and com- Heart (OLSH), students, families and staff who have munity members, alumni, current and former staff, contributed to the College over 60 great years. Lead- ladies and gentlemen, ership of a College as complex as St John’s is no easy task and I acknowledge the work and legacy of past My name is Cameron Hughes, I am the proud Princi- Principals: pal of St John’s Catholic College, and I am delighted to welcome you to St Mary’s Star of the Sea Cathedral Fr John Burford MSC (1960 – 1965), Fr Cyril Connolly to celebrate the Eucharist in honour of the Feast of MSC (1966 – 1967), Fr John Phelan MSC (1968 – 1973), the Sacred Heart and the 60th Anniversary since the Fr Tyson Donely MSC (1974 – 1979), Fr Tony Bolt MSC foundation of St John’s Catholic College. (1980 – 1985), Fr John Franzmann MSC (1986 –1988), Br Paul Brooks MSC (1989 – 1996), Fr Robert Irwin MSC Much has changed since the College opened its (1997 – 1998), Mr Gerard Keating (1999– 2002), Sr doors in 1960, but our commitment to the wellbeing Philippa Murphy OLSH (2003 – 2008), Mrs Margot Mor- and learning of all students in our Catholic community combe (2009 – 2011), Mr David Johns (2012 – 2015) has not. We continue to be a community that aspires and Mr Lindsay Luck (2015 – 2018). for our graduates to flourish, by leading, living, loving and learning with a strong sense of heart spirituality. St John’s Catholic College is an exceptional College, We have an aspiration that our graduates have the transformational in nature for students, staff and fami- opportunity to pursue their dreams, make positive lies who belong to our community. Happy Feast of the contributions to the local and global community, and Sacred Heart, happy 60 years, and May the Sacred make good moral decisions that promote a better Heart of Jesus Be Everywhere Loved. Forever!

Page 30| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart MICHAEL FALLON msc Jesus as Portrayed in the New Testament But who do you say doing, he incurred that I am? (Matthew opposition and rejec- 16:15) tion; hence his Jesus' question to Pe- death. But he also ter and the others is won the confidence one that every disci- of the op- ple needs to consid- pressed. They trusted er, a question that is him, and so learned as old as the Chris- to trust God, and to tian tradition. And believe in themselves, behind the question in their world and an even deeper and their future. This was challenging one: because Jesus re- Who is God? vealed the powerful Michael Fallon ar- love of the redeemer gues that the re- God. sponse to both ques- This is the challenge tions must be in- to us, his follow- formed by how we ers. Our world has so read the New Testa- much idolatry, false ment. There, we find religion and even the portrait of a man false Jesus. If we who lived and died in have the faith our world, a human enough to present being like ourselves, someone recognised Jesus as the answer to our modern ills, we by his followers as free from the fear of need to make sure that it is the real Jesus God or other people - someone who of Nazareth that we present. Such is the taught us to respond to the divine, some- purpose of this book. one in whom they acknowledged the human expression (the incarnation) of God. The author gladly accepts that the histori- Father Michael Fallon is a Missionary of the cal Jesus has been distorted in many ways Sacred Heart through the centuries, with the conse- (MSC). Or- quence that often the Jesus presented by dained in 1961, Christians has failed to connect with peo- his ministry has ple's life-questions, as if he had lived in a been largely world unlike our own, without doubt or devoted to struggle, without insecurity or uncertain- teaching and ty. A life so unlike our own as to make him writing in the inaccessible and unreal. discipline of He argues to the contrary. The Jesus por- adult biblical literacy, with published intro- trayed in the New Testament lived in a real ductory commentaries on all the books of world. He was concerned with real peo- the Old and New Testament. Michael is ple, naming and opposing anything that currently with the Retreat Team at Douglas made it difficult for people to live. In so Park NSW.

Page 31| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart ROCHUS TATAMAI MSC - Installation Rabaul

liturgy, angelic singing, inspiring speeches and tes- timonies expressing appreciation for the work of the missionaries. Many praises were spoken about the work of the outgoing Abp. Francesco Panfilo SDB and we thanked him deeply for his work among us. Pope Francis and the Nuncio were thanked and blessed for appointing a true son of this land to the new role of Archbishop of Rabaul. After the formal celebrations a colourful, lively and powerful presentation of cultural groups took place. It is always amazing to see the richness of PNG culture which is absolutely unique in the world. Congratulations to Abp. Rochus J. Tatamai, MSC and the people of ENB for the amazing day of celebrations in the history of The Catholic Church and PNG.

Vunapope, Rabaul, Papua New Guinea, 29 The ceremony of Installation of the 8th Archbishop September 2020 -- A grand Installation Mass of the of Rabaul, Abp Rochus Josef Tatamai MSC, was a first local and 8th Archbishop of the Catholic Arch- great gathering of well over hundreds of priests, diocese of Rabaul, His Grace Rochus Josef Ta- nuns, the Apostolic Nuncio, Sir John Cardinal Ribat, tamai MSC was held on Tuesday 29th September, 15 archbishops and bishops, as well as many, at the Vunapope Sacred Heart Cathedral, East many parishioners. New Britain Province. 29th September is the feast day of the Archangels and St Michael is the patron The date was set for 29th of September, the Patron saint of Papua New Guinea. Saint of PNG, Archangel Michael. More important- The Installation had as its theme: “God Wan- ly, it was also the date when, 138 years ago, the taim Yumi”. Archbishop Rochus Tatamai was the first three MSC missionaries arrived on Matupit Is- main celebrant. Concelebrating with him were 14 land. Today’s celebration featured a glorious bishops. Amongst them were the Apostolic Nuncio

Page 32| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart At the start of the celebration, the Apostolic and raised up here, has taken up this elevated po- Letter of Pope Francis, was read and displayed to sition of the Church,” he said. all. Thousands of Catholic faithful from the three The Catholic church was established 138 deaneries of Rabaul, Pomio and Kokopo were pre- years ago on Matupit island. Many missionaries sent together with many who travelled from as far lived and proclaimed the faith. Several died of ex- as the Dioceses of Kavieng, Kimbe and other dio- haustion, malaria and were even martyred for their ceses of Papua New Guinea to be present for the faith. celebration. The Vunapope parish choir led the Rabaul (Agenzia Fides) - "I thank God for the years singing and the dances were by the Diocese of Ka- passed and the pastoral experience in the dioces- vieng and the Vunadirdir parish. es of Bereina and Kavieng. I return to Rabaul as Je- After the Eucharistic celebration speeches sus returned to Nazareth: here he was judged by and a variety of items were presented. These in- the people for what he had done. There will be cluded a march past by the students and Vun- those who will judge and will question my decisions, apope Catholic Women, traditional dance perfor- but all I ask is your collaboration and patience to mances from the Baining and Pomio areas of Ra- allow me to lead the community, with the light and baul, and a variety of dances from the Dioceses of grace of God, as your new Pastor": with these Kavieng and Kimbe words Mgr. Rochus Josef Tatamai MSC, new Arch- Several amongst the gathering thanked bishop of Rabaul, addressed the faithful at the sol- Archbishop Panfilo and spoke joyfully of the new emn inauguration Mass as the eighth Pastor of the archbishop. Patricia Novena, a housekeeping archdiocese. As reported to Fides by the Communi- maiden, with joyful tears in her eyes said that the cations Office of the Bishops' Conference, the local installation of the first local Archbishop was not just community warmly greeted and welcomed the first a milestone for the Church but for the people of local Archbishop at the solemn celebration, held ENB Province. “I am grateful for the grace and on September 29, in the Cathedral of the Sacred power of God. I am blessed to be part of this gen- Heart of Vunapope, in the province of Eastern New eration witnessing this significant event for the Arch- Britain. The Apostolic Nuncio in Papua New Guinea diocese,” she said. and the Solomon Islands, Archbishop Kurian Allister Tavtavun, from Rabaul, described the Mathew Vayalunkal, Cardinal John Ribat, MSC, installation as ‘historic’ as this was the first time a Archbishop Emeritus Francesco Panfilo, SDB, and a local was appointed to such a prestigious role in large number of priests, religious and lay faithful the hierarchy of the Catholic Church. “The previous who came from different dioceses and provinces seven Archbishops were expatriate missionaries were present. and this is the first time that one of our own, born

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Archbishop Tatamai, who served the diocese of the missionaries who founded the first mission, 138 Bereina for eleven years and the diocese of Ka- years ago, on the island of Matupit. Many mission- vieng for two years, since 2018, is a direct de- aries lived and proclaimed the faith. Many died of scendant of Blessed Peter ToRot, catechist and malaria or were martyred for their faith. martyr, a reference figure for the Catholic com- Papua New Guinea has 6 million inhabitants and is munity in Papua. a "Christian country", as is written in the Constitu- Addressing the families, the Archbishop tion, born after independence: 95% of Papuans urged parents to pray and encourage their chil- are baptized in the many Christian Churches pre- dren to "live a holy life in the Church". "Pray for sent, of different denominations. Catholics are your children, so that they become people of about 27%. faith and remain at the service of the Church as catechists, seminarians and religious". He then underlined the need for the archdiocese to become more inclusive in its efforts to improve the quality of the apostolate and pastoral action. Thanking his predecessor, Archbishop Panfilo, former ordinary, especially for the evange- lizing action in the area of Pomio, where he founded 7 new parishes, recalled his commitment to education, youth ministry, family ministry , pastoral care for vocations and the various social issues addressed. People particularly appreciated the fact that the community has, for the first time, an Archbishop from the same area. "The installation of the first local Archbishop was not only a milestone for the Church, but for the whole province. It is a very important and significant step. We are grateful to God for this gift", said Patricia, a lay Catholic present. The previous seven Archbishops were missionaries, while "this is the first time that one of us, born and raised here, is called to lead the Church", he noted. During the celebration dances of local cultures were carried out and there was a tribute to

Page 34| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart RIP BILL PENN, Lay MSC

Bill became a Lay MSC and was much loved by all who came to DP. He went into Queen Victoria Nursing Home at Thirlmere near Douglas Park in 2010. He has been content there and well looked after by the nursing staff and the DP Community members, especially Fred Stubenrauch and Michael Reis.

The staff checked on him about 10pm last night and he bid them all good night. Later when they checked he had quietly passed away. Bill turned 90 this year.

Those who lived at Croydon in the early 1980s, came to know Bill and other Ozanam men like Fred Grundemann who also went to St We received the very sad news that Mr. Bill Mary’s Towers. And a tribute to the Hoy fami- Penn died peacefully on Friday night. ly, Phil’s father, Huey, and the foundation of Ozanam House, and Phil’s years as chaplain. Bill met Phil Hoy at Ozanam House in Mel- bourne and Phil took him to St. Mary’s Towers May our dear friend Bill rest in peace with the Douglas Park for a couple of weeks break loving God he came to know and love at back in the 1980s. Bill stayed on there and Douglas Park. found a home, a new life and a loving family. He became a tireless worker and much loved member of that community. He worked mainly on the grounds and gardens as well as the washing up in the kitchen and his chooks.

Old days at Ozanam House

With Pat Mara msc

Page 35| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart LIFE AT LITTLE SISTERS OF THE POOR, RANDWICK

UNDER COVID 19 by Greg McEnnally msc

resident needs to go to hospital, then he/she

needs to be tested for Covid-19 and to spend 14 days in isolation upon return. This can be irksome. If the residents need to do shopping often other people can do it for them.

On one occasion the Sisters did a lot of shopping for general items, which went on display: people could take whatever they needed. A fantastic initiative, indicative of the real caring spirit of these Sisters. I doubt if many other nursing homes came up with this service. As regards exercise, I certainly relish the opportunity each afternoon, either to swim, walk or bike ride. Once a month I take a day off to go walking sections of the Great North Walk up near the Hawkesbury.

ife is full of surprises. When someone says “I am L Anybody coming into the Home must first have going to do …”, God laughs. We do not know had a flu injection. Hand sanitisers are available the future and if we had any doubts about this in the foyer and throughout the home and tem- before, surely Covid-19 has put an end to them. perature is taken upon entry. This could be rather Probably nobody could have predicted this pan- amusing during the winter months when skin demic and how it would pan out – medically, geo graphically, economically, and politically.

I have been chaplain to the Little Sisters of the Poor Nursing Home in Randwick since 2014, each day driving the 3.5 km from the Sacred Heart Monastery at Kensington to the Little Sisters, and back. By March, 2020, Covid-19 had arrived.

The monastery, where most of the residents are elderly, went into lock-down. The Little Sisters, where all residents are elderly, also went into lock -down. What to do? It seemed logical that I shift my residence to the Little Sisters. They were ame- nable and they expressed utter delight! Did they really know what they were getting?? – charita- ble community, these Sisters. I moved in at the end of March, taking with me only what I would need. Now they could be assured of daily Mass, and it is an honour for me to be able to provide this.

Residents remain in the house, going out only for medical appointments, shopping or exercise. If a

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temperature can be lowered by cold air, regis- When a resident is dying, then the family do tering perhaps 34 degrees; “but I am still alive”! come in, after due precautions, including wear- Staff members wear masks, as do the Sisters and I ing protective clothing. Otherwise family mem- when around the residents. Social distancing is so bers important. can talk with their loved ones through a glass window: sad, but necessary. At least they can This social distancing requirement has the unfor- see each other. The home to date has not had a tunate corollary of limiting visitors, which can be single case of Covid-19, and we want to keep it rather hard both on the family and on the resi- that way. dent, especially so when there is some cause for celebration, such as a birthday. One of the important practices here is to celebrate birthdays, as a way of recognising the uniqueness and value of each person.

At lunch the birthday person receives a bunch of flowers, a card and a cake with a candle. The Birthday Quartet then sings Happy Birthday, together with everyone else. This famous quartet includes yours truly, preparing of course to trip the light fantastic. It also includes a resident who is a member of the Sydney Male Choir, so at least one of us can actually sing. We all have fun.

Father’s Day should be happy but can be sad when the family must keep their distance. We made a special effort at Mass and afterwards at lunch. Those fathers (grandfathers and great grandfathers) who could were placed in a sepa- rate room, with suitable decorations and a par- cel of presents for each man. It was a special meal. I applaud these initiatives.

Page 37| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER- Brian Gallagher msc

In 1854, unbeknown to Jules Melbourne), and an old pad- Chevalier in Issoudun, in a small dock was levelled, mowed and town called Melbourne on the surrounded by a beautiful picket other side of the world – and fence, and named the Mel- around about the same time – a bourne Cricket Ground. All were local doctor, John Singleton, and celebrating their 150 years that a prominent philanthropist, Hes- year. 1854 was a year of consid- ter Hornbrook, were working to- erable energy and fecundity. wards the foundation of an insti- tution they named Melbourne Citymission. All three men were inspired by what they saw as real need in the people with whom they lived and worked. All recognised that these needs were not confined to their small local in- volvements (indeed, Chevalier referred to the need as the mal moderne, the needs or struggles of the time). And all trusted their conviction – their not dissimilar

convictions – that God’s love in their own lives asked a strong To understand the coincidence / response from them. providence, I turned to Pope One of the surprising, but wel- John’s opening the Second Vati- I wondered about the coinci- come, side-effects of the COVID- can Council when he spoke of dence. Or is it some kind of prov- 19 lockdown in most states is that the signs of the times. For John, idence that the same inspiration, people seem to have become the signs (all those years ago) the same vision, the same Spirit more aware of one another. were: formerly colonised nations pops up in such unconnected Ironically, the lockdown has were calling for independence places and people at the very brought people together. and a rightful role in their own same time? government, the so-called work- We know that this is one of the The providence goes further: in ing classes were breaking fruits of God’s Spirit at work. the same year 1854, also in Mel- through former oppression and God’s Spirit is always construc- bourne, a newspaper called The demanding an equal share in tive: God’s Spirit builds relation- Age was founded, the new State the profits of their work, and the ships, builds community. God’s Library was opened, the first women of the world were stand- Spirit brings people together. steam train travelled from Flin- ing up and asking to be seen as Reflecting on the significance of ders St. to Sandridge (now Port equal with men. According to this, I recalled the MSC Pope John, it’s a sure celebration of our 150 indication of the work years in 2004. I was invit- of God’s Spirit that ed to speak at the Mel- much the same sign – bourne gathering of the signs of the times – priests, brothers, sisters pops up, seemingly and lay MSC, with families randomly and inde- and friends. The celebra- pendently, all over the tion was significant in world. He saw peo- Melbourne because of ple’s yearning for the numerous other ses- recognition and for quicentenary celebra- equality as this sign. tions that were happening around the same time. It seems relevant What were the signs of still. the times in 1854? The

Page 38| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart whole world was still reeling from together. the mixed fruits of the Industrial Jules Chevalier was Revolution; the population in the part of -- maybe cities was snowballing; many who even a front-runner used to be contented workers of -- in this world-wide the land had become the new movement to re- poor, and jobless; and the Gold store dignity to Rush was in full swing in the tent- God’s people. towns of Victoria. It seems to me that the common thread through Chevalier’s vision of the newly founded Melbourne bringing people Age, the State Library, Victorian together, of peo- Chevalier 1854 Railways, the MCG, and even ple’s belonging together, he ex- And that his vision was to em- missionary activity, the MSCs on pressed in what he called the brace the whole wide world, one side of the world and City- way of the heart. He would say Chevalier said that we are to be Mission on the other, is that they that we, all people, belong to- missionary. For him the missionary are all about giving people new gether in the one heart, the heart task was to awaken people eve- hope, they are about bringing of humanity, the heart of Jesus. rywhere to the stream of love in people together. All are utterly What I’ve referred to as God’s their hearts and to nourish such inclusive of people. Is it too fanci- Spirit bursting forth in many peo- love in all people. The unity or ful to think of God’s Spirit working ple and places, Chevalier would oneness of all peoples was prima- in such apparently unconnected have called the love of God ry, and so respect for all people places as Issoudun and Mel- breaking through in many people was a high value for Chevalier; bourne, and in such apparently and places. This stream of love is he didn’t know the word independent activities as sport, flowing in the hearts of all people, enculturation, but he would have culture, and care of the needy? bringing people together, and embraced it. Chevalier believed bursting forth unpredictably If more evidence is needed of in bringing people together. ‘wherever it wills’. This was the ground-swell inspired by Chevalier’s vision. This vision has always been strong God’s Spirit in 1854, there was in our province. It may not be one other sesqicentenary: Eureka That the vision includes all peo- pushing it too far to claim that our Stockade also celebrated 150 ple, Chevalier wanted religious, greatest pride is our inclusivity, as years that year. The uprising of clergy, and lay people to be we continue to respond to God’s the miners in Ballarat, led by Peter seen as one family of the Sacred Spirit, bringing people together in Lalor, in some sense stands as the Heart, with different vocations our day – as Jules Chevalier, Mel- Australian symbol of everyman’s, and roles in the family, but still bourne Citymission, and the peo- everywoman’s, right to justice one and equal. We share the ple of Melbourne did in their day, and to fair treatment and to one same charism: that we are 150 years ago. equality with every other man all equal before God. And that and woman. Again, it seems to each of us lives that gift different- me, it’s about bringing people ly and uniquely. Brian Gallagher msc

Page 39| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart AN OPEN HEART for a lockdown time

A letter from the MSC General Team

Dear Confrères, again the beauty of silence that forces us to Certainly this 166th anniversary of the Founda- get in touch with our own feelings. The Word of tion of our "Little Society" will be celebrated in God already taught us that from time to time a very different way from other years. We are the earth needs rest and human beings need still restricted to small groups without being liberation (cf. Lev. 25:10-12). This Biblical time able to crowd together in a big celebration. was called a Jubilee, where the farmer gave We should not be disconnected but keep a the land the opportunity to lay fallow a year deep sense of unity with the whole Congrega- without producing anything, and those in debt tion and the whole world. were forgiven. With the intense economic activity of nations, we have forgotten that rest is At the last celebration of this Feast on Decem- sacred, forgiveness is necessary, and silence is ber 8, 2019, we still did not know what was to urgent. The land cries out and is telling us that it come; a pandemic that, besides claiming will not endure such an exploratory and preda- more than 1,300,000 lives so far - 12 of them our tory activity for long without a collapse. In the confrères - has completely changed our way same way, the human heart - which also of living. After a year, and especially on this needs forgiveness, rest, and silence - will not be day when we celebrate the birth of our Con- able to withstand so much noise, interiorly and gregation, we need to look to the future with exteriorly, without a heart attack. hope and learning. To look affectionately to- What this time asks of us is calm, soul, and lis- ward our MSC religious communities as well as tening. Not a listening we are accustomed to, the world to which we have been called to be listening only to what interests us, but an em- witnesses of the Resurrection. pathetic listening where one frees oneself from prejudices and puts oneself in the place of the This year has much to teach us and our inten- other. It is the attitude of the one who puts on tion in writing this letter is to make sure that we the shoes of the other, to listen from the place do not miss the lessons that, even in the midst where the other speaks and expresses his way of suffering and difficulties, we must welcome of seeing life. The present time asks of us the in order to generate what is emerging. Either ability to listen to the other side, the other ver- we make this time of suffering a time of learn- sion, the other point of view, and to see the ing or we will continue in the same way. "From history that has marked the life of the one with the great trials of humanity - among them this whom I speak, in order to find ways that lead pandemic - one emerges better or worse. You us together to a common place that includes don't emerge the same. I ask this of you: how everyone. do you want to come out of it? Better or worse?" questioned Pope Francis. Listening empathically is a way of loving. The spirituality of the heart handed down to us by The word of the year, chosen by Collins Dic- Father Jules Chevalier, our Founder, is summed tionary, was “lockdown”, a word of the English up in imitating Jesus who loved with a human language, but one that was incorporated by heart. Our Founder saw a new heart for a new most other languages to refer to that time of world and proposed to us not only a devotion, severe restrictions on our freedom of move- but a transformation of one's own life and the ment. We had to gather ourselves into our life of the world. homes, close our doors, meet with each other We urgently need open hearts for lockdown less, close our churches, stop most of our activi- times, or rather open hearts and incarnate ties to take care of ourselves and each other. hearts to face the challenges of a new world We had to refrain from hugs, handshakes and that will arise before us. We need hearts of so many other gestures that symbolize and en- flesh that are not confined in their egos. The courage unity. breath of the Spirit that gives life does not en- With the prohibitions of crowding and the ter into hearts closed by ignorance, prejudice, emptiness of the streets we were discovering cynicism or fear. The Missionary of the Sacred

Page 40| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart The MSC General Team (l-r) Humberto Henrique da Silva, Paulus Pitoy, Mario Abzalon Alvarado Tovar, Andre Claessens and Chris Chaplin

Heart has a heart willing to walk through all en- ited to words" (Fratelli Tutti, n. 6). vironments, to meet all kinds of people be- Soon will come the cure, the vaccine, the rem- cause they all matter. Black lives matter, prison edy for the virus of COVID-19. But what about lives matter, lives thrown on the streets matter, the remedy for a divided world, full of conflicts, LGBTQI+ lives matter, immigrant and refugee lies and 'ideologies of various colours that puts lives matter, human lives matter. the market and not human lives as the centre of everything? Perhaps the greatest of all the learnings this year is that we are one, we are all brothers We, on the occasion of the greatest celebra- and sisters. The virus has revealed that in es- tion for our Congregation, want to applaud sence, we all need to be cared for. "We are in each Missionary of the Sacred Heart on this the same boat," as Pope Francis said. The fu- day, present in each of the 49 countries where ture that is emerging makes a crying request: we are present. More than that, we bow be- the life of the planet matters, and humanity fore you, dear brother and confrère, as a ges- needs to be saved. Pope Francis' prophetic ture of gratitude and thanks for your missionary cry in his last encyclical, Fratelli Tutti, involves all commitment. We know that it has not been of us in the courageous undertaking of rebuild- easy, especially for those present in the most ing social friendship leaving differences aside dangerous and challenging missions, but we to promote the culture of encounter. are witnesses to your commitment to continue healing the people and the world. We are witnesses to the efforts that each MSC Entity has made in different places to keep their mission- We must, as always, begin with the transfor- ary work in tune with the Kingdom of God. mation of ourselves, of our hearts that must Thank you for keeping our charism and spiritu- love as Jesus loved. But the transformation ality alive in difficult times like these. Certainly, does not stop in ourselves. He who sees himself if our Founder were among us today, he would transformed by the spirituality of the heart is be proud of the Missionaries of the Sacred impelled to go toward the other and give him Heart! help: help, attention, listening. "Faced with various current ways of eliminating or ignoring others, let us be able to react with a new dream of fraternity and social friendship that is not lim-

Page 41| Missionaries of the Sacred Heart PAUL STENHOUSE msc : A Book of Tributes

Australian Scholarly Publishers are about to release PAUL STENHOUSE – MINISTRY a book of tributes to Paul Stenhouse. It is called, Philip Collignon: Aid to the Charity Church in Need Paul Stenhouse, a Distinguished and Distinctive Mis- Johannes Freiherr sionary of the Sacred Heart. Heereman von Zuydtwyck Regina King -Project Section Co-worker, Germany The range of tributes can be seen in the Contents. Neville Kyrke Smith The photos on the cover of this tribute to Paul Sten- Joseph Assaf: “Lebanon Is More Than A Country – It house MSC show the enthusiastic young priest, Is A Message” aged 27, his life in ministry before him, then the vet- Robert Teo: An Asian Ministry eran older priest, aged 83, living with illness but Mary Ruth OLSH: The House of Mary over half a century of generous outreach achieved. PAUL STENHOUSE - TRIBUTESFrom the Annals Office: Peter Macinante: Talk at the Annals Farewell Lunch Hendrikus Wong: A Tribute Greg Quinn: Annals Computer System From Annals Contributors: James Murray: The Stenhouse Irregulars James Franklin: Hope is Not Lost Michael Wilding: ‘Dipped in ink’ Christopher Dawson: Peerless and Fearless Giles Auty: A Very Special Friend: Giles R. J. Stove: Eight Men, Not One Man A Tribute from Cardinal George Pell

CONTENTS Foreword: Chris McPhee PAUL STENHOUSE - MSC Michael Fallon: Eulogy for Paul Random Memories, Paul's early life. Jim Littleton: Paul as an MSC Peter Malone: A Personal Memoir Tricia Kavanagh: Memories and Connections Anthony Brereton: A Memory John S. Madden: Recollections Annals: Paul’s own overview

PAUL STENHOUSE – PRIEST-SCHOLAR Karl Schmude: Priest-ScholarWanda Skowronska: Extraordinary Scholar, Writer, and Witness to Eternity Greg Sheridan: Good Polymath, Good Pastoral Priest Marek Jan Chodakiewicz: Samaritan Studies Tony Abbott: Islam Piers Paul Read: Islam Michael Wilding: John Farrell

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Our usual Publications of Out- Numbers attending were down, reach #82 and the 2021 Calen- so the collection was also down. dar have been printed and dis- However the welcome is always tributed. We are getting quite a good from MSC and lay people. At Nightcliff we had a good few orders for the calendar and evening with the community at some very positive comments on the Ranch with Pat in from Tiwi. I its content and lay out, and some also visited Nangalingya College ideas for improvement. and the Diocesan Offices. For the Bushfire Appeal we have been able to distribute some funds to schools on the South

Coast with some good results.

From a trip to Sussex Inlet, Conjola

and Ulladulla I met people in- Tiwi Islands WYD volved in the Recovery and we have been able to funnel some Chevalier Press so books can be funds in that direction. We are advertised for people to pur- happy with that as the people chase organizing the Group have identi- and our Office has facilitated the fied those in need and keep a sale of books.

track of it.

OLSH Sister Bukina Faso We will also advertise a book for More recently while in Adelaide I Sr Helen Warman, A Great Ad- The Mustard Seed has been re- met people from the “Circle of venture, her life story. We will as- printed with most copies still with Friends” who are working with sist her in the sale of books also. the printer for distribution as nec- refugees who are being evicted essary. Order forms have been from their homes, with no job, no We have also initiated regular sent out online, in the Newsletter income and have to find some internet conference with our Mis- and by email. Some were given way to survive. We have been sion Offices overseas in Africa, free to Monastery, Library, CRC, Philippines, Papua New Guinea Provincialate and each MSC able to help them in a small way and India. This gives us some face school and St John’s Darwin. We with Gift Vouchers. -to-face communication for infor- are getting a number of orders Internet but not a lot yet. mation, questions and interaction Sean’s niece has been able to otherwise not possible. connect us to a number of plat- Although travel has been restrict- forms on the internet for our publi- ed Roger Purcell msc cation, webcast and general I have been able to go to some communication. Sean has been parishes for the Mission Appeal. able to help These have been Coogee, Kip- Peter MacInante to set up a pax, Kensington, Nightcliff, Hen- website for ley Beach with others necessarily

cancelled.

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8-12 Feb 2021 Provincial Gathering Douglas Park

RECENT APPOINTMENTS

Peter Hendriks msc –appointed Deputy Provincial from 1 Jan 2021

Stephen Dives msc –appointed Superior Kensington Monastery from 1 Jan2021

John Kelliher msc-appointed Parish Priest Nightcliff from 1 Jan 2021

Aloysius Lamere msc –appointed Parish Priest Blackburn from 1 Jan 2021

Terry Bowman msc-appointed Parish Priest Kensington from 1 Jan 2021

Iokimi Vunivesilevu msc-appointed Parish Priest Kippax from 1 Jan 2021

Peter Hearn msc-appointed Parish Priest Henley Beach from 1 Oct 2021

Gerard McCormick msc-appointed Parish Priest Randwick from 1 Jan 2021

Tan Nguyen msc-appointed Parish Priest Erskineville from 1 Jan2021

Phil Hicks msc-appointed Superior Sydney Parishes from 1 Jan 2021

Khoi Nguyen msc-appointed Part time study, Siloam Heart of Life 2021, Novice Director 2022

Tru Nguyen msc-appointed Full time study, Siloam Heart of Life 2021, Pre Novice Director 2022

Kenji Konda msc-appointed Ministry For- mation program Henley Beach

Paul Cashen msc-appointed Post Novitiate Mentor/formator 2021 Photo taken by Chris McPhee msc

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