DEVOTIONAL PRAYER FOR SEPTEMBER
PRAYER FOR PEACE
Lord, make me an instrument of Your peace.
Where there is hatred let me sow love.
Where there is injury … pardon.
Where there is doubt … faith.
Where there is despair … hope.
Where there is darkness …light.
Where there is sadness … joy.
Lord, grant that I may seek to comfort rather than be comforted.
To understand rather than to be understood.
To love than to be loved.
For it is by giving that one receives.
By forgiving that one is forgiven.
And by dying that one awakens to eternal life. Amen.
Entrance Antiphon
Give peace, O Lord, to those who wait for you, that your prophets be found true. Hear the prayers of your servant, and of your people Israel.
1st Reading (Sir 27:30–28:7)
A reading from the prophet Sirach.
Resentment and anger, these are foul things, and both are found with the sinner. He who exacts vengeance will experience the vengeance of the Lord, who keeps strict account of sin. Forgive your neighbour the hurt he does you, and when you pray, your sins will be forgiven. If a man nurses anger against another, can he then demand compassion from the Lord? Showing no pity for a man like himself, can he then plead for his own sins? Mere creature of flesh, he cherishes resentment; who will forgive him his sins? Remember the last things, and stop hating, remember dissolution and death, and live by the commandments. Remember the commandments, and do not bear your neighbour ill-will; remember the covenant of the Most High, and overlook the offence.
The Word of the Lord.
Responsorial Psalm
The Lord is kind and merciful; slow to anger and rich in compassion.
2nd Reading (Rom 14:7-9)
A reading from the letter of St. Paul to the Romans.
The life and death of each of us has its influence on others; if we live, we live for the Lord; and if we die, we die for the Lord, so that alive or dead we belong to the Lord. This explains why Christ both died and came to life: it was so that he might be Lord both of the dead and of the living.
The Word of the Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia, alleluia! I give you a new commandment: love one another as I have loved you. Alleluia!
Gospel (Mt 18:21-35)
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew.
Peter went up to Jesus and said, ‘Lord, how often must I forgive my brother if he wrongs me? As often as seven times?’ Jesus answered, ‘Not seven, I tell you, but seventy-seven times. ‘And so the kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who decided to settle his accounts with his servants. When the reckoning began, they brought him a man who owed ten thousand talents; but he had no means of paying, so his master gave orders that he should be sold, together with his wife and children and all his possessions, to meet the debt. At this, the servant threw himself down at his master’s feet. “Give me time” he said “and I will pay the whole sum.” And the servant’s master felt so sorry for him that he let him go and cancelled the debt. Now as this servant went out, he happened to meet a fellow servant who owed him one hundred denarii; and he seized him by the throat and began to throttle him. “Pay what you owe me” he said. His fellow servant fell at his feet and implored him, saying, “Give me time and I will pay you.” But the other would not agree; on the contrary, he had him thrown into prison till he should pay the debt. His fellow servants were deeply distressed when they saw what had happened, and they went to their master and reported the whole affair to him. Then the master sent for him. “You wicked servant,” he said “I cancelled all that debt of yours when you appealed to me. Were you not bound, then, to have pity on your fellow servant just as I had pity on you?” And in his anger the master handed him over to the torturers till he should pay all his debt. And that is how my heavenly Father will deal with you unless you each forgive your brother from your heart.’
The Gospel of the Lord.
Communion Antiphon
How precious is your mercy, O God! The children of men seek shelter in the shadow of your wings.
Next Week’s Readings
Is 55:6-9; Phil 1:20-24,27; Mt 20:1-16
Feasts of the Week
Wed, 20 Sep - Sts. Andrew Kim Tae-gon, Paul Chong Ha-sang & companions.
Thu, 21 Sep - St. Matthew
Sat, 23 Sep - St. Pius of Pietrelcina
PARISH NEWS
WEEKLY PARISH DATES
| SUNDAY 9:15am to 10:25am – Sunday School for children attending non-Catholic Schools. 10:30am Mass – Children’s Liturgy held 1st and 3rd Sundays. After 5:00pm Mass in Theatrette – Youth Group for youth 12 to 17 years on 2nd and 4th Sundays. 6:00pm in Theatrette – Young Adults (SPYA) meet 1st and 3rd Sundays. 6:15pm in Church Hall - School of Discipleship. |
| MONDAY 7:00pm to 8:15pm – Bible Study on Zoom. Meeting ID: 826 5359 2389 Passcode: Bible. Contact Clive 0490814452 or Francis 0401787372 |
| TUESDAY 7:00pm - Online Zoom Rosary - Meeting ID: 893 5477 8556. Passcode: rosary7:00pm |
| WEDNESDAY 7:00pm - Mass followed by Mother of Perpetual Succour Novena. |
| 1ST FRIDAY 7:00pm to 8:15pm Mass & Adoration |
| SATURDAY 2:30pm to 4:00pm - St. Peter’s Charismatic Prayer Community Praise & Worship in Church. 1.30pm to 4:00pm - Healing Mass on 1st Saturday of the month. Next Healing Mass on Saturday 7th October 2023. |
| BAPTISM 12 noon – Baptisms held 1st & 3rd Sundays. Baptism Preparation Meeting held on 1st Monday of the month at 7:00pm. Next Baptism Preparation Meeting Mon 2nd October 2023 at 7:00pm in Church. |
| SUNDAY 9:15am to 10:25am – Sunday School for children attending non-Catholic Schools. 10:30am Mass – Children’s Liturgy held 1st and 3rd Sundays. After 5:00pm Mass in Theatrette – Youth Group for youth 12 to 17 years on 2nd and 4th Sundays. 6:00pm in Theatrette – Young Adults (SPYA) meet 1st and 3rd Sundays. 6:15pm in Church Hall - School of Discipleship. |
| MONDAY 7:00pm to 8:15pm – Bible Study on Zoom. Meeting ID: 826 5359 2389 Passcode: Bible. Contact Clive 0490814452 or Francis 0401787372 |
| TUESDAY 7:00pm - Online Zoom Rosary - Meeting ID: 893 5477 8556. Passcode: rosary7:00pm |
| WEDNESDAY 7:00pm - Mass followed by Mother of Perpetual Succour Novena. |
| 1ST FRIDAY 7:00pm to 8:15pm Mass & Adoration |
| SATURDAY 2:30pm to 4:00pm - St. Peter’s Charismatic Prayer Community Praise & Worship in Church. 1.30pm to 4:00pm - Healing Mass on 1st Saturday of the month. Next Healing Mass on Saturday 7th October 2023. |
| BAPTISM 12 noon – Baptisms held 1st & 3rd Sundays. Baptism Preparation Meeting held on 1st Monday of the month at 7:00pm. Next Baptism Preparation Meeting Mon 2nd October 2023 at 7:00pm in Church. |
AID TO THE CHURCH IN NEED PRESENTATION –WEEKEND OF 16/17 SEPTEMBER
Aid to the Church in Need (www.aidtochurch.org) is a spiritual and pastoral charity that seeks to keep the flame of faith alive in those places where it is at risk of extinction. We welcome an ACN representative to our Parish at all masses this weekend to share with us the work of Aid to the Church in Need and how we can help our suffering and persecuted brothers and sisters. NO Special collection will be taken.
There will be NO 8.30AM MASS ON THURSDAY 21st SEPTEMBER due to the electrical work taking place in the church premises. Community Centre will not be accessible from Monday 18th Sept to Wednesday 20th Sept. There will be no access to the church from Monday 18th Sept to Wednesday 20th Sept after 9.30 am. Wednesday 20th Sept mass / Novena will be held as usual at 7pm.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWLY BAPTISED
We welcome into our Church community Kenzo & Xander Naufahu and Hugo & Millie Ick who are to be baptised this Sunday. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the love of Parents, Godparents, family and friends, we pray that these children will lead lives full of happiness, faith and love.
ST. PETER’S SCHOOL HOLIDAYS DAY TRIP
Our parish is organising a day trip for our altar servers and parish youth (12 to 17 years) on Friday, 29th September 2023, meeting at St. Peter’s carpark at 9:45am. We will visit St. Patrick’s Cathedral followed by a picnic lunch and games and then proceed to Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre (walking pilgrimage). See flyer in the hall for more details. Please contact the parish office if you would like to join.
ALPHA EXPERIENCE REGISTRATIONS OPEN
St. Peters and St. James parishes announce the next Alpha Experience commencing Monday 25th September at 7:30pm at St Peters Church Hall. Alpha is a great experience with interactive weekly (Monday) sessions that create a safe and honest space where people can explore life, faith and meaning. Enquiries to Dario 0438525148 or Anita 0411772230, email hopperscrossingalpha@gmail.com. Limited spaces. Please register early by filling in the form at https://bit.ly/AlphaHC or scan QR code.
ST PETER APOSTLE PARISH DINNER, FRIDAY 13TH OCTOBER
You are invited to a fun filled evening for a Parish Dinner on Friday, 13th October commencing 6:30pm at the Hoppers Club on 180 Pannam Drive, Hoppers Crossing. Adults: $45.00. Under 12 yrs. $15.00. Tickets will be sold in the Church Hall after all the weekend masses. Limited seats, kindly buy your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
SILENT AUCTION SPONSOR REQUEST
As part of the Parish Dinner on Friday 13th October, we plan to hold a ‘Silent Auction’ to enable us raise funds for charity. We are looking for items for the silent auction and need your support in donating/sponsoring items such as Travel or Unique experiences, Vouchers for beauty treatments, massages, etc. Kitchen Appliances, Bags, Jewellery, Paintings, Musical Instruments, Handmade Items like sweaters, rugs, throws, shawls etc. All items must be new and preferably in original packaging. A good opportunity to de-clutter and give away items that you have not used. Please drop off items to the parish office or contact Praful on 0431 068 125 to arrange pick up. Please handover the same by Friday 6th October at the latest.
THANK YOU to our parishioners from Fr. George Hogarty of the Columban Missions who visited our parish recently. A total amount of $3158.60 was collected from our parish to help the Columbans with their missionary work.
PRESENTATION BY WORLD YOUTH DAY (WYD) PILGIRMS
The WYD pilgrims will be sharing their testimonies and experiences of their recent World Youth Day Pilgrimage at the weekend masses on 23/24 September.
YOUTH RETREAT SUNDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER starting at 3:00pm.
Praise & Worship by Young Adults Group (SPYA). This will be followed by Mass at 5:00pm. All youth of the parish are invited.
COMPULSORY REFRESHER COURSE FOR ALL MINISTERS OF THE WORD
A friendly reminder to all Ministers of the Word, who read on weekday and weekend Masses to attend a compulsory refresher course on Sat 23rd September from 10:00am to 12:30pm. This course is designed to enrich your understanding of the readings, practical exercises to help with pronunciation and to “Proclaim the Word of God” through the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. Refreshments provided. Please RSVP the Parish Office.
KNIGHTS OF THE SOUTHERN CROSS Present: ‘God and Beer’. Guest speaker Archbishop Porteous on the topic of 'Becoming Missionary Disciples'. Held at The Hoppers Club on Tue 03 Oct. Dinner available to be purchased at own cost at 6:30pm. Guests can order meals and drinks from the bistro area then take them to the Function Room where God and Beer is held). Talk at 7:30pm (free, donations accepted). An initiative to bring together people of all ages from across Melbourne each month. Aim is to inspire and strengthen Christians by providing ideas and inspiration for renewing the Church by drawing on the truth, beauty and goodness of the Catholic tradition. Book at https://app.tickets.org.au/GodandBeer/GABOct2023West
RECENTLY DECEASED
We pray for Jean Cameron, Kingsley Barrow, Rajan Gomes, Meena Fathima Corderio, Hiran Adhihetty, Godfreda Sarmiento, Gloria Cordente, Restitotu Cabunilas, Meralda Lopez, Martin Gomez, Vilma Rodrigues, Jim Power, Beatrice Fernando, Mary Hanh, Rocco Tramontana, Zofia Kostrzewa, Carolyn Wockner, Evelyn Julian Stowers, Patrick Kelly, Razia Bibi, Dexter Jacob, Thomas Lazar, Martha Nalerio, Michael Dali, Otilia Vieira, and all who have died in disasters all over the world.
DEATH ANNIVERSARIES
We pray for Irene & David Matheson, John de Rozario, Agostino & Josephine Cutajar, Peppi Rosaria, Sabrina Ferlazzo, Agatha Azzopardi, Krisyuz Mariano, Nellie Mateo, Dominador Mateo Sr, Bienvenido Opolentisima, Mark & Benny Opolentisima, Sebastiana Menina, Teodora Hongoy, Monica Angeles, Mary Vella, Patricia O’Neill, Tolentino Padayo, Maureen Morgan, Victoria Baulch, Robert Mills and all whose anniversaries occur at this time.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
We pray for Violet Lawrence, Tae Yoon Jim, Jeffrey Dalton, Sean Davidson, Dale D’Souza, Ollie Orlinski, Kevin McLoughlin, Mavis D’Cruz, Renato Manalilli, Atima Chakraborty, Adrian McGill, Teresita Grisancich, Lindsay Coates, Patricia Samuel, Jenna Murnane, Noleen Clayburn, Vittorio di Palma and all who are ill in our Parish.
ROSTERS
Counters – 24 Sep 23
| Tini & Barrie Hope |
Roster for Readers – 23/24 Sep 23
| 6:00pm | David Roga |
| 8:30am | KSC Reader |
| 10:30am | Sunil Vaz |
| 5:00pm | Youth Mass |
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion – 23/24 Sep 23
| 6:00pm | J. Roga / G. Surrao / Sophia D / Praful A. |
| 8:30am | KSC Minister / S. Joseph / P. Fitzgerald / Pauline S. |
| 10:30am | R. Hibbert / G. Siccita / A. Koek / B. Fernandes |
| 5:00pm | Youth Mass |
Music Ministry – 23/24 Sep 23
| 6:00pm | St. Cecilia |
| 8:30am | St. Philomena |
| 10:30am | Domini Chorum |
| 5:00pm | Youth Mass |