Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Sunnybank & Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Acacia Ridge Acacia Ridge, Algester, Archerfield, Calamvale, Coopers Plains, Kuraby, Macgregor, Parkinson, Robertson, Runcorn, Stretton, Sunnybank, Sunnybank Hills Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 121 Mains Road, Sunnybank Our Lady of Fatima Church, 350 Mortimer Road, Acacia Ridge Parish Office (adjacent to OLOL Church, Sunnybank) Monday to Thursday, 8.30 am - 4.00 pm; Friday 9.00am - 4pm. Ph: 3345 3766 Fax: 3344 3343, Mass Times: 3345 1831 Post: PO Box 32, Sunnybank, QLD 4109. Web: www.olol.com.au Email: sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Deanery website: http://www.parishes.bne.catholic.net.au/south/ 2nd March 8.15 am 8.30 am Morning Prayer S/bank Mass - Sunnybank Tuesday 3rd March 8.15 am 8.30 am 9.00 am 7.00 pm Morning Prayer S/bank Mass- Sunnybank Bible study Silent Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Sunnybank Wednesday 4th March 8.15 am 8.30 am 9.30 am Morning Prayer -S/bank Mass - Sunnybank Rosary - S/bank Thursday 5th March 8.45 am 9:00 am 9.00 am 7.30 pm Morning Prayer -S/bank Mass - Sunnybank Mass - Acacia Ridge Meditation S/Bank Friday 6th March 6 30 am 8.15 am 8.30 am 9.30 am 9.45 am 5.30 pm Mass - Sunnybank Morning Prayer S/bank Mass - Sunnybank Benediction - S/bank Legion of Mary - Media Rm Stations of the Cross Acacia Ridge Saturday 7th March 8.30 am 10.30 am 11.00 am 2.305.30 pm 5.00 pm 6.00 pm Mass - Acacia Ridge Mary’s Way of the Cross Reconciliation - S/bank Catholic Charismatic Prayer, in Spanish - Media Room -S/bank Reconciliation - S/bank Mass - Sunnybank Sunday 8th March 3rd Sunday of Lent 6.30 am 8.00 am 9.00 am 9.15 am 10.30 am 11.30 am 6.00 pm Mass - Sunnybank Mass - Sunnybank Mass - Acacia Ridge Mass - Sunnybank Mass - Sunnybank Mass - (Spanish)- A/Ridge Mass - Sunnybank: Youth Please note that Reconciliation at Our Lady of Lourdes Church will continue only while there are people waiting. Fr Dan Ryan (Parish Priest: Sunnybank) Fr Terence Nueva (Parish Priest: Acacia Ridge - 3277 2252) Fr Noyichan Mamoottil MCBS (Associate Pastor) Fr Ladu Yanga (Associate Pastor) Second Sunday of Lent: 1st March 2015 This week’s diary Monday Priests (After Hours Emergency Only: 3345 3498) Dear Parishioners Good news! The Brisbane City Council has given approval for our Church at Sunnybank to be refurbished and expanded. BUT they have imposed several conditions concerning noise. Some of these conditions include keeping all the windows and doors in the Church closed, air-conditioning the Church and surfacing the back carpark with bitumen. Our architect and town planner, who have been assisting us through the process of making our application with the Council, are now considering if we will object to these conditions (more information later). To assist you to be able to attend extra Masses during Lent you will notice there is an extra Mass at Sunnybank on Friday 6:30am (for Lent only) and also an extra Mass at Acacia Ridge on Saturday 8:30am (permanent). During Lent you can attend Stations of the Cross at Sunnybank on Saturday 10:30am and Acacia Ridge on Friday 5:30 pm. Next Friday is First Friday and there will be an extra Mass at Sunnybank at 10am. This Mass is an Anointing Mass for those who are sick or getting on in years. Mass will be followed by a wonderful morning tea. If you'd like a lift please contact the Parish office (3345 3766). All the men of the Parish are invited to a sumptuous breakfast on Saturday morning (March 7) at 7am for the monthly men's breakfast. The guest speaker will be Ian Smith from Queensland Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. Every year the local churches come together for the World Day of Prayer. This year the World Day of Prayer will be held at the local Uniting Church Hillcrest Street, off Hellawell Street, Sunnybank Hills this Friday at 10am. See more details on the next page of this newsletter. You would be very welcome to attend. In the newsletter over the last few weeks Protais Muhirwa, one of our Parish Pastoral Councillors has asked for your help to assist refugees in a new venture in our Convent near Our Lady of Lourdes School. Protais is very grateful for the assistance he has been offered and is now asking help for funding for running costs and part-time staff salaries, also a few computers, sewing machines and a stove with large plates. You can contact Protais on 0424 833 284 or email pmuhirwa.pm@gmail.com. Have a great week everyone. Fr Dan WELCOME TO OUR LADY OF LOURDES AND OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISHES If you are a newcomer, we are honoured to have you celebrate with us, and would like to have the opportunity to welcome you and answer any questions you may have about us. If you would like to hear more about our caring faith community, please fill in one of the bright orange forms at Sunnybank Church or one of the bright blue forms at Acacia Ridge Church and place it on the collection plate. If you indicate that you would like a visit, someone from the Welcoming Committee will contact you. Next Sunday: 3rd Sunday of Lent Year B Exodus 20:1-17; Corinthians 1:22-25; John 2:13-25 2nd Sunday of Lent: Year B Introduction: In the account of the transfiguration, which features in today’s gospel, we see a glimpse of Jesus’ glory. Like Peter, we would like to stay with that image of glory and listen to the Beloved Son. First Reading: Genesis 22:1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18 Just as Abraham, “the founding father of Israel must entrust his entire life and future to God,” so must we (NJBC Genesis 21:35). This is not always an easy thing to do, particularly when it is our heart’s “treasure” to which we cling. Second Reading: Romans 8:31b-34 Paul teaches us that God’s saving plan, already revealed in Christ Jesus, shows that God is on our side! What have we to fear? Christ is ever-present to us, interceding on our behalf before the throne of God. Gospel: Mark 9:2-10 The Second Sunday of Lent always includes a “Transfiguration” text according to the liturgical cycle. Whatever slight differences there are in the Synoptics, they agree on what is central, among them - Jesus is God’s Beloved, and we are to listen to him. That is the catechumenal task as well as candidates prepare for initiation. CELEBRATING OUR RICH CULTURAL DIVERSITY MULTICULTURAL MASS st Our Multicultural Mass for Our Lady of Lourdes is on Sunday 01 March 2015 at 10.30am. After Mass, in the Paloma Centre there will be a Multicultural Celebration of Food and Song. Come along to this celebration wearing dress that is identified with your culture and bring a dish to celebrate your cuisine after mass. And please put a tag on your food identifying your culture. We are anticipating this wonderful celebration of Mass and Culture with the great joy of unity through Christ. The World Day of Prayer is a world-wide movement of all Christian Churches. Each year has a focus on a particular country - this year’s focus is on the collection of islands known as the Bahamas. The prayer service shows the particular concerns of the people of the Bahamas and demonstrates how they understand the biblical passages in the context of their lives. Each year a local church plays host. This year it is the Uniting Church in Hillcrest Street, off Hellawell Road, S-bank Hills. (Our Parish will be the host in 2017). The service will be held at 10 am on Friday March 6th. Everyone is welcome to join in this ecumenical gathering and to bring a small plate of food to share afterwards. Enquiries: Gabby 3711 4227: 0488 592 770. SUNNYBANK SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMUNITY Key Principles of Catholic Social Justice Human Dignity Each person, made in the image and likeness of God, has an inalienable and transcendent human dignity which gives rise to human rights. The Common Good We are called to work for conditions which ensure that every person and group in society is able to meet their needs and realize their potential. St Stephen’s School - Algester Enrolling for Prep 2016 Applications are now being taken for Prep enrolments for 2016. Enrolment Applications forms and information about St Stephen’s School can be accessed from our webpage www.ststephens.qld.edu.au For further information, please contact Stacey at Stacey.Sutton@bne.catholic.edu.au Aria Angels (Brisbane South Deanery) Cost: $6.00 Term 1 Dates: March 4, 11, 18, and 25 Time: 9am for 9.30am start - 11am, Our Lady of Lourdes 121 Mains Rd, S/bank. Contact Anne Scott 0419 642 490 Project Compassion Sunday The Sunnybank group meets regularly in the Paloma Centre on the first Thursday of the month at 7pm. All interested in learning more about current issues and in the active promotion of social justice within our society are very welcome to attend. This week Project Compassion focuses on Niger, where life is very tough. Many live in extreme poverty, often unable to afford or access food and water. In Niger, more than half the children under five years old have experienced malnutrition. A Nutrition Centre in Niger (supported by Caritas Australia) admits over 500 malnourished children every week. When Fati (2 and a half) became malnourished, her mother Mariama took her to the Centre to receive the food, nutritional supplements and medical care that she needed to recover. Mariama too was able to regain her strength and learn new income producing skills. The next meeting will be held on Thursday 5 March and will be addressed by Kate Smith, an acknowledged authority on spiritual communication. You can donate through Parish boxes and envelopes, by visiting www.caritas.org.au/projectcompassion or phoning 1800 024 413. Subsidiarity The people or groups most directly affected by a decision or policy should have a key decision making role. Solidarity We can only grow and achieve our potential in relationship with others. Solidarity encourages us to commit ourselves to the common good. Your Prayers Are Asked For: the recently deceased: Januaria Verdeflor, Sr Mary Honora, Charles Abraham, Maureen Gallagher, Voilette Gomez, Tony Harrison, Monica Harawira, Fortunata Villarind, Harry Marinos, Saitta Guiseppe, Castula Marcial Martinez. those with anniversaries & others who have died: Bernard Elford, Gabriel Hong, Bill Tilney, Charles Tyson, Jovanni Rivera, Therese Dutton, Jim White, Kevin James Walsh, Rosita Lucero, Kevin Lambe, Marie and George Coley, Noreen Casey, Gladwyn Catchlove, Rosanna Collins. those who are unwell: Claire Moynihan, Carolann Grace, Harry Mohr, Bev Ray, Nola Wright, Veronica Mossman, Ronnie McGregor, Cristy Frial, Jesus Cabrera, Gina Conde, Mark Fitzgerald, Sonia Ambrosini, Anthony Toohey, Margaret McAuliffe, Bohdi Wayne Davis, Michael Grace, Bernard Jensen, Mauricio Guerra, Flavia, Malcolm Ellis, Jordan Keil, Anthony Christmas, Margaret Cavanagh, Anna Chow. the Continuing Sick: Kath Adams, Nita Anthony, Elizabeth Boase, Vaughan Boucher, Maxine Brady, Edna Brischetto, Caitlin, Jeremy Carroll, Betty Catchlove, Robyn Clark, Hilary Collins, Noel Combey, Mary Dixon, Gerry, Mary and George Goode, Brian Hammerton, Marianne Kellett, Baby Luka Kello, Blanche Kiel, Vlado Matesa, Bernadette Matesa, Mika Matesa, Margaret McAuliffe, Bianca Miller, Catherine Miller, Alice O’Grady, Jenny Reed, Jim Neehouse, Robyn Scaysbrook, Julanne Slater, Annaleese Stewart, Maria Surdo, Baby Milla Wilson. Baptism for Children 7 years to 15 years Singles & Solos Brunch A Baptism Programme for children 7 years to 15 years will be commencing in May 2015. Any parents wishing to enrol their child will need to call the Parish office on 3345 3766 to organise a time for an interview with Sr Stella. Interview times commence 14th April and go to 14th May 2015. This is a group for single and solo people of middle age who meet on the first Sunday of the month. Our next gathering is on Sunday 1st March, 2015 at the Sunnybank Community & Sports Club, 470 McCullough St, Sunnybank. We will meet inside at the Fresco’s Café and Lounge Bar at 10.30 AM. Enrolments close 14 May 2015 Stations of the Cross: Mary's Way of the Cross Saturdays at 10.30am till Easter SENIORS ANOINTING MASS & MORNING TEA will be celebrated on Friday 6 March 2015 at 10am. This mass will include the Anointing of the sick and the elderly. All senior parishioners including the recently retired are welcome to attend. There will be a morning tea in the Paloma Centre following the mass. Parking will be available at the grassed car park. Please come along to enjoy a lovely morning. Catholic Kids Club 1st Meeting of the Year! Saturday 14th March Avocado Room - Paloma Centre 3:00pm - 5:00pm (4yrs - 11yrs) At meetings children learn about their faith in a fun way through activities, crafts, games and stories. It’s a great way to develop children’s love for God and interest in the Catholic Church in a way they can relate to. A youth group for kids! EASTER DAY CAMP (Prep - Grade 6) MONDAY 13th-WEDNESDAY 15th APRIL $20 per child, per day (family discounts may apply) Morning and Afternoon Tea Included ( BYO Lunch) Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Complex - Avocado Room For more information email catholickidsclub@gmail.com Bible Study Group The sessions which are held on Tuesdays from 9.00am until 11.30 am. Everyone is welcome. Sue & Rob Scott 3711 5921 The 9.30 am Christian Meditation group has disbanded. The 7.30 pm group meets Thursdays in the Media Room. Please contact Gabby on 3711 4227 or 0488 592 770 Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School Enrolling for Prep 2016 NOW Applications for Round One interviews will close 2 March 2015 Tours of the school will be conducted on Tuesday 17 March at 9.00am. Reply to Debbie at dpjohnson@bne.catholic.edu.au or phone the office on 3345 0700. Fishers of Men invites men of all age groups to come together in fellowship and enjoy a full barbeque breakfast on the first Saturday morning of each month in the Avocado Room at Paloma Reception Centre at Sunnybank. The next breakfast will be held on Saturday 7 March 2015 from 7am to 9am in the Avocado Room of the Paloma Reception Centre. If you wish to attend please contact Les Micale on 3273 7883 or email: c.micale@hotmail.com Cost: $10.00 PARISH STAFF & CONTACTS Pastoral Associate (P/T) Stella Noskoff rsj pa.sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Parish Office Staff Karrin Halliday Parish Manager sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Alice Orwat (Secretary) sec.sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Tam Nguyen (Accounts) accounts.sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au BOOKS NEEDED!!! We will be having a used book sale Youth and Young Adult Ministry on the 21st and 22nd of March. If you have unwanted books that are in a good condition please drop them into the office over the next week, or contact us and we can arrange to pick them up. BBQ after the Sunday evening Mass this weekend. Just a donation for a sausage and bread and $1.00 for a drink LifeNite is a youth group for those in grade 9-12. It is a place where young people can come together create lifelong friendships, have fun and learn about how the faith can be relevant in your life! It’s a place where the tough questions can be asked and real answers are given! Caring Co-ordinator (P/T) Bernadette Christian carenconcern@hotmail.com Unite Youth/Young Adults Co-ordinators Steven & Eloise Bird 0403 182 617 youth.sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Centacare - Sunnybank Aged Care Community Program Manager Jennifer Vanarey 3216 9554 Paloma Reception Centre 3345 6666 www.palomacentre.com.au OLOL School, Sunnybank Principal - Mark Badke 3345 0700 OLOL OSHC Co-ordinator - Sarubh Malviya 3344 3064 sunnybankoshc@bne.centacare.net.au OLOF School, Acacia Ridge Principal - Warren Fields 3275 1152 St Stephen’s School, Algester Principal - Phil Manitta 3711 4911 Buddies Day aims to provide opportunities for disadvantaged children within our community to have a safe and fun day out. Want to get involved? The requirements to be a leader are: Be between 16 and 35 years old Be a practising Catholic Be available one Saturday a month and have a willingness to work with children in an unconditionally enthusiastic and positive manner Our Parish Vinnies Youth Conference is still in need of a few members. As a conference member in addition to the above you would be required to attend a monthly planning St Stephen's OSHC Co-ordinator - Victoria Hickling 3711 9291 algesteroshc@bne.centacare.net.au St Thomas More College, Sunnybank Principal - Peter Elmore 3323 4600 Soubirous Place Coordinator Sr Brigid Courtney rsm 3344 3481 Sunnybank Parish Groundsman Bob Davis Housekeepers: Therese Prygiel Louise Weston Latino American Chaplaincy Fr Martin Ignacio Gutierriez (Chaplain) 0481 118 521 Marina Castellanos (Secretary) 0481 168 748 office@hispanoamericancommunity. com.au Office: Tuesday & Wednesday 9.15am - 3.00pm 3277 6367 Next Sunday (8th March) after the Youth Ministered Mass. Hope to see you there—get ready to have some fun! THE NEXT EDGE IS THIS FRIDAY THE 6th OF MARCH! What do you believe? The EDGE is a youth group for those in grade 6-8. It is a place where young people can grow up together. Have fun, make friends, learn about the faith in a fun and Lenten Program All those in grade 10 and above are welcome to join us on Tuesday evenings during Lent for a young adult Lenten Program. 7:30pm-8:30pm on Tuesdays continuing this Tuesday the 2nd March From 7-7:30pm we will be in the Church for Adoration. Come and join us! 40 Days for Life is a peace prayer vigil run in many different places around the world during Lent to pray for the end of abortion. All you have to do is sign up for an hour and pray outside the abortion clinic in Bowen Hills. Please go to www.40dfl.net for more information and to sign up for an hour. A group of us will be going on Friday the 6th of March from 10-11pm. If you are interested in joining us please let us know. New Sunday night ministry roster will start next weekend! Rosters out soon… Roster for the Next Youth Ministered Mass Sunday the 8th March MUSICIANS: K. O’Kelly, M. Betia, E. Dulay, G. King SINGERS: L. Dulay, V. Liputra, T. Lee, F. Lee READERS: S. Eastgate, C. Ranatunga. B. Halog OFFERTORY: M. Arachchige, C. Aji ALTAR SERVERS: S. Arachchige SPECIAL MINISTERS: K. Mann, L. Conde, S. Kadell, S. Luate-Wani, S. Ranatunga, Y. Hsieh, S. Robb BBQ: J. Betia Piety Store: S. Powel, N. Lee
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