Bulletin Notices: 3rd October, 2021 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Bulletin Notices: 3rd October, 2021 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
AS YOU WILL HAVE HEARD REGIONAL LOCKDOWN NOW ALLOWS US TO HAVE WEEKEND AND WEEKDAY
MASSES BUT THE NUMBER ATTENDING IS NOW RESTRICTED TO 20. WE WILL BE CONTACTING
PARISHIONERS INDIVIDUALLY TO ALLOW A FAIR DISTRIBUTION OF OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEND THESE
MASSES.
THESE RESTRICTIONS ALSO MEAN THAT THOSE ATTENDING MUST LIVE REGIONALLY.
PLEASE NOTE: THAT ALL HELPING TO CONDUCT THESE MASSES HAVE BEEN DOUBLE VACCINATED,
INCLUDING FATHER, THE SACRISTANS, CLEANING STAFF AND PARISH SECRETARY.
A list of live streams across the Diocese is on www.cdsale.org.au/coronavirus page. This page has listed
the Mass times which occur regularly, ie. Don’t change from week to week.
• JUST A REMINDER THAT MASS FOR YOU AT HOME IS AN OPTION FOR THOSE LOOKING FOR MASS ON
TELEVISION (6am on Channel 10, 10am on Foxtel Aurora Channel 173) or online at
www.massforyou.com.au or https://www.youtube.com/massforyouathome anytime from 7a.m. AEST
Please pray for those who have passed due to the Covid-19 Virus and experiencing such hardship in
Afghanistan. For Dan Daly, who passed away recently and the anniversaries of Beth Burgess, Barry
McRae, Carmel McRae, Francis Shea, Malcolm Taylor, Marion Wishart, Fr. William O’Brien, Fr. John
Walsh, Fr. Michael O’Leary and our own loved ones. May God’s merciful love shine on them and on their
loved ones left behind.
• FIRST GENERAL ASSEMBLY: PLENARY COUNCIL FIRST ASSEMBLY 3RD OCTOBER, 2021
It is a time of celebration for the Church in Australia, giving thanks for the journey so far
and seeking the wisdom and guidance of God’s Holy Spirit as we consider the challenges
facing the Church and what God is asking of us at this time.
The Plenary Council is not just for the Members who are gathering online but for all of us.
The attached letter from Bishop Greg Bennet, as well as details of how we can be involved
are at the end of this Bulletin for your attention.
• CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE:
Catholic Theological College is offering the unit Christian Faith and World Religions: Inter-religious
Dialogue in Australia.This unit is designed for all who wish to contribute in a practical way to the multi-faith and multi-cultural
society which Australia has become.
If you are interested in finding out more we are offering a free information session on Wednesday 20th
October, 7-7.30pm
E: john.dupuche@ctc.edu.au
www.ctc.edu.au
Phone 03 9412 3333.
• Cry of the Earth the Social Justice Statement can be read on
https://socialjustice.catholic.org.au/2021/06/24/social-justice-statement-2021-22/.
• MEDITATION GROUP: POSTPONED
• PRAYER SHAWL GROUP There are now plenty of newly wrapped and blessed shawls/rugs ready for
distribution to those that you may know who are struggling with life in any way. Enquiries to Kristine in
the Office or Philippa (0408 331 340) & Maureen (0407 055 447). The next Meeting scheduled for the 20th
September, 2021 has been POSTPONED.
• PRAYER GROUP: POSTPONED
• MISSAL ON LINE: ‘An App’ which Father Darren Howie finds very helpful is Universalis.
This will allow you to follow the Daily Mass.
• CARITAS AUSTRALIA:
There is still time to support our global neighbours as they tackle the challenges of poverty.
Your generosity today can help create a better tomorrow for people living in some of the most remote and
marginalised communities in the world.
All donations over $2 are 100% tax deductible.
Caritas Australia: www.caritas.org.au
• Aid to the Church in Need Australia: That Catholic Shop is an exciting development of ACN Australia. It is
a go-to-shop for Catholic gifts and devotional items. From Sacramental gifts, statues, books, rosaries,
Christmas items and more, there is something for everyone. The purchase you make at TCS go to support
the work of Aid to the Church in Need to keep the faith alive in those places where it is most at risk. To
browse our full range visit www.thatcatholicshop.com
P.O. BOX 335, PENRITH NSW 2751
1800 101 201/ 02 9167 9517
• MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND
An opportunity to spend a weekend improving your communication.
This experience gives you the tools to keep your passion alive in a gentle, nurturing environment, away
from pressures and distractions of daily living.
The weekend we offer is based around Catholic values but couples of all faiths are welcome.
Please check our website for more details.
A non-residential weekend: 16-17 October, 2021 in west Gippsland.(Book early to avoid disappointment)
Information/Bookings: Phone Mercy & James 0409 183 676 or
Email: vicbookings@wwme.org.au Website: wwme.org.au
• YOUTH MINISTER 2022:
Expressions of interest are invited for the position of
Warragul and Drouin Parishes Youth Minister
From January, 2022
Current position is 8 hours per week equivalent, but it is hoped that, in combination with some
neighbouring parishes, multiple days can be offered to the right applicant.
Expressions of interest: Deacon Mark Kelly
0427 748 646/ Mark.Kelly@cdsale.org.au
• We have been emailing and sending out important communications from the Diocese and if you would
like to be involved and receive this information then please contact the Parish Office on 56 721 111 or
email your details to wonthaggi@cdsale.org.au.
• Our Parish is committed to the safety, well-being and dignity of all children, young people and adults at
risk. Find out more at: www.catholic.org.au/childprotectionsunday and
www.catholicregligious.org.au/safeguarding
If you are concerned about any form of abuse, or believe that someone is at significant risk, you should
immediately raise your concerns with one of our Parish Safeguarding Officers. Contact Kristine McRae
via the Parish Office: 03 56 721 111 or St. Joseph’s School Safeguarding Officer 03 56 721 052. Take
care, we are here to help.
Father Darren Howie Kristine McRae
St. Joseph’s Parish Secretary
Wonthaggi & Safeguarding OfficerPeople have a tendency to become like those they love and admire. If someone
holds Our Lord in high esteem, they are likely to be motivated by his words which we
heard today, ‘If anyone gives you a cup of water to drink just because you belong to Christ,
then I tell you solemnly, he will most certainly not lose his reward.
The famous Catholic convert GK Chesterton famously said no one would say to a
man-eating crocodile, “be a crocodile” because it is in the nature of a crocodile to kill and
maim without any consideration for the harm they cause. A crocodile cannot help but be a
killer and destroyer of life, a crocodile cannot decide to remodel its behaviour. People
can! People make choices, and people’s actions are the result of their mindset and attitudes
towards others. St Teresa of Calcutta treated the poorest of the poor with exceptional
dignity because she saw in everyone the person of Christ. Our Lord gave the warning, “But
anyone who is an obstacle to bring down these little ones who have faith, would be better
thrown into the sea with a great millstone around their neck, to drive home the point that
everyone is a son or daughter of God. Our Lord also said, if your hand should cause you
to sin, cut it off; it is better for you to enter into life crippled, than to have two hands and
go into the fire that cannot be put out. Our Lord of course was not speaking literally. Our
Lord in a powerful way was warning people not to be guided by their impulses but by Faith.
A Faith which holds that each and every person is a son or daughter of God and deserves
to be treated with the utmost respect and helped.
Thoughts can be a powerful force for good and bad. Allowing one inappropriate thought
to become part of your life can have devastating consequences both for yourself and others.
The infamous serial killer Ted Bundy just before he was executed requested that he be
allowed to speak about the dangers of pornography. In his interview he accepted the fact
that he was responsible for his crimes but insisted that he and many other offenders on
death row were motivated and inspired by inappropriate material. Ted Bundy wanted to
warn others about the danger of looking at inappropriate material. He wanted to warn men
that going down the path of considering other people as mere objects could have dangerous
consequences. One consequence is that they can feel powerless to stop, to turn back. Faith
tells us that is wrong, and the gift of grace not only makes is possible, but also to experience
the words of Our Lord, “My yoke is easy and my burden light.”
Ted Bundy famously said in an interview “The force would just consume me,” I didn’t
want to follow her. I didn’t do anything but follow her and that’s how it was. On the other
hand how many people have been saved from going down a path in which they could have
terribly used and abused other people because they were both inspired and warned by Our
Lord’s words?
This Sunday is social justice Sunday. World history is full of examples of people who have
been inspired with the best of intentions but ended up doing the most terrible things to their
brothers and sisters. We need more than good intentions! To keep us on the safe and narrow
we need the reference point of Our Lord’s words warning us to treat other people with
respect and to remove from our hearts and minds any ideas and attitudes which can lead to
people to abuse and use others. We need to be aware that at times there can be inappropriate
ideas and thoughts raging through our hearts and minds. We need to be aware that as longas we do not deliberately bring them to mind, keep them there, or take pleasure in them we have done no wrong. We need to keep our focus, have as our reference point, God. The moment St Peter took his eyes off Our Lord and focused on the waves and wind he began to sink. On this Social Justice Sunday Jesus wants to look at him, at others and outwards. Consider the joy St Mary MacKillop and St Teresa of Calcutta had in their hearts because they were inspired by Christ and the joy they brought to others. Our Lord knows people better than they know themselves. He knows that we find ourselves by making a sincere gift of ourselves to one another. What the world needs most of all are people who are inspired by and animated by the love of God. Father Darren Howie Parish Priest St. Joseph’s Wonthaggi 26th September, 2021
Catholic Diocese of Sale
Plenary Council Update 23 September 2021
The Plenary Council commences this Sunday!
The First Assembly of the Plenary Council. In January 2018, Bishop Pat began our Plenary
Journey with a 6-month series of visits to every parish in the Diocese, preparing us for the
Plenary Council Journey which began on Pentecost Sunday in 2018. Finally, after three years
of journeying with each other, in listening, dialoguing and discerning and sharing, we have
come to the moment of celebrating – the event of the Plenary Council itself.
Bishop Greg, Fr Peter Slater, Fr Denis O’Bryan, Katherine Jelavic and Lize Privitera will be
representing our Diocese at the First Assembly. Sr Mary Olofu SON from St Agatha’s Parish
Cranbourne, is representing the Order of the Sisters of the Nativity. Please continue to hold
them and the rest of the Plenary Council Members in prayer.
How Can We Get Involved?
The Plenary Council proceedings are not confined to Members alone. Indeed, the whole
Church in Australia is invited to get on board and participate.
Celebrating through Liturgy and Prayer
Opening Mass of the Plenary Council 3rd October 2021
DIOCESAN OPENING MASS
• 9.30 am Sunday 3rd October
Visit St Mary’s Cathedral YouTube channel and watch Bishop Greg celebrate the
Opening Mass of the Plenary Council from St Mary’s Cathedral Sale.
https://tinyurl.com/Sale-Cathedral-YouTube
NATIONAL OPENING MASS
• 2.00 pm Sunday 3rd October
Watch the livestream of the official Opening Mass of the Plenary Council which will
be broadcast from St Mary’s Cathedral in Perth. Access the Plenary Council website
https://plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au/ or the Plenary Council YouTube channel.
Daily Mass and Prayer
• Participate in the daily Masses broadcast via the Plenary Council website or via the
Plenary Council You Tube channel
• Celebrate the daily Plenary Council Masses in your own parishes, downloading the
daily Mass booklets provided in the Liturgy and Prayer pages of the Plenary Councilwebsite. Click on Pray With Us on the Plenary Council Website or go to
http://plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au/prayer/
• Engage in virtual Morning Prayer or one of the other prayer experiences available on
the Plenary Council website, click on Pray With Us or go to
http://plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au/prayer/
Follow the Plenary Council assembly online
With the Fifth Plenary Council of Australia being an event for the whole Church, parts of the
first general assembly will be livestreamed each day. The home page of the Plenary Council
website will be the place to go to find the livestream each day.
https://plenarycouncil.catholic.org.au/
Here are some highlights from the livestream schedule:
October 3: Opening Mass of the Fifth Plenary Council of Australia, 2.00 pm AEDT from St
Mary's Cathedral in Perth.
October 4-9: Daily Mass broadcast at 9.30am AEDT and on demand afterwards.
October 4-6: Plenary session livestream starts at 11.00 am AEDT until approx. 12.15 pm.
October 7: Plenary session livestream starts at 12 noon AEDT until approx. 12.45 pm.
October 8-9: Plenary session livestream starts at 11.00 am AEDT until approx. 12.15pm
October 10: Closing Mass of the First General Assembly, 11.00 am AEDT from St Stephen's
Cathedral, Brisbane.
Daily News and Social Media
• Diocesan Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/dioceseofsale
for daily news from the Plenary Council and news about Diocesan representatives to
the Plenary Council.
• Plenary Council Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/PlenaryCouncil
for daily news, video clips and information about the agenda of the First Assembly
• Plenary Council Twitter account @PlenaryCouncil
• Diocesan website https://www.cdsale.org.au/plenary-council for the video of our
Plenary Council Members and more.
Information and support
Mrs Sophy Morley
Diocese of Sale Gaudium et Spes Plenary Convenor
smorley@sale.catholic.org.au
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