DEVOTIONAL PRAYER FOR OCTOBER
Lord, we are your people, the sheep of your flock.
Heal the sheep who are wounded, touch the sheep who are in pain.
Clean the sheep who are soiled, warm the lambs who are cold.
Help us to know the Father’s love through Jesus the Shepherd and through his Spirit.
Help us to lift up that love and show it all over this land.
Help us to build love on justice and justice on love.
Help us to believe mightily, hope joyfully, love Divinely.
Renew us that we may renew the face of the earth.
Amen.
Entrance Antiphon
If you, O Lord, should mark iniquities, Lord, who could stand? But with you is found forgiveness, O God of Israel.
1st Reading (Is 25:6-10)
A reading from the prophet Isaiah.
On this mountain, the Lord of hosts will prepare for all peoples a banquet of rich food, a banquet of fine wines, of food rich and juicy, of fine strained wines. On this mountain he will remove the mourning veil covering all peoples, and the shroud enwrapping all nations, he will destroy Death for ever. The Lord will wipe away the tears from every cheek; he will take away his people’s shame everywhere on earth, for the Lord has said so. That day, it will be said: See, this is our God in whom we hoped for salvation; the Lord is the one in whom we hoped. We exult and we rejoice that he has saved us; for the hand of the Lord rests on this mountain.
The Word of the Lord.
Responsorial Psalm
I shall live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life.
2nd Reading (Phil 4:12-14,19-20)
A reading from the letter of St Paul to the Philippians.
I know how to be poor and I know how to be rich too. I have been through my initiation and now I am ready for anything anywhere: full stomach or empty stomach, poverty or plenty. There is nothing I cannot master with the help of the One who gives me strength. All the same, it was good of you to share with me in my hardships. In return my God will fulfil all your needs, in Christ Jesus, as lavishly as only God can. Glory to God, our Father, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Word of the Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia, alleluia! May the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ enlighten the eyes of our heart, that we might see how great is the hope to which we are called. Alleluia!
Gospel (Mt 22:1-14)
A reading from the holy Gospel according to St. Matthew.
Jesus said to the chief priests and elders of the people in parables: ‘The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a feast for his son’s wedding. He sent his servants to call those who had been invited, but they would not come. Next he sent some more servants. “Tell those who have been invited” he said “that I have my banquet all prepared, my oxen and fattened cattle have been slaughtered, everything is ready. Come to the wedding.” But they were not interested: one went off to his farm, another to his business, and the rest seized his servants, maltreated them and killed them. The king was furious. He despatched his troops, destroyed those murderers and burnt their town. Then he said to his servants, “The wedding is ready; but as those who were invited proved to be unworthy, go to the crossroads in the town and invite everyone you can find to the wedding.” So these servants went out on to the roads and collected together everyone they could find, bad and good alike; and the wedding hall was filled with guests. When the king came in to look at the guests he noticed one man who was not wearing a wedding garment, and said to him, “How did you get in here, my friend, without a wedding garment?” And the man was silent. Then the king said to the attendants, “Bind him hand and foot and throw him out into the dark, where there will be weeping and grinding of teeth.” For many are called, but few are chosen.’
The Word of the Lord.
Communion Antiphon
The rich suffer want and go hungry, but those who seek the Lord lack no blessing.
Next Week's Readings
Is 45:1, 4-6; 1 Thess 1:1-5; Mt 22:15-2
Feasts of the Week
Tue, 17 Oct - St. Ignatius of Antioch
Wed, 18 Oct - St. Luke
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 4th November 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 6th November 2023 at 7:00pm in Church. |
WELCOME TO OUR NEWLY BAPTISED
We welcome into our Church community Austin Spiteri, Archie Carreon, Oliver Johnson and Kiara Franciscus who are to be baptised this weekend. 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.
VOLUNTEERS’ THANKSGIVING MASS
Thank you to all our Parish Volunteers who give of their time, talents and gifts to serve our parish. Fr Vincent, Fr Simeon and the Parish Pastoral Council would like to invite all the volunteers in the parish to a special Thanksgiving Mass on Friday, 20th October at 7:00pm followed by fellowship. Finger Food will be provided. You are welcome to bring sweets / desserts to share. The mass will be offered for the personal intentions of all our volunteers and a special blessing will be given. For catering purposes, please register by Monday 16th October: https://www.trybooking.com/CMETH or scan the QR code.
VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED TO BRING OUR ELDERLY PARISHIONERS TO WEEKEND MASSES.
If you are able to help, please contact the Parish Office on 9749 4300.
ST PETER APOSTLE YOUNG ADULTS GROUP (SPYA) will hold a fundraising bake sale after the 10:30am Mass on Sunday, 15th October to help raise funds for the Seniors Christmas lunch in December this year.
SUGGESTIONS OR CONCERNS
Parishioners are requested to send any suggestions or concerns they may have to our Parish Pastoral Council (PPC), attention Catherine Graham. You can email us at hopperscrossing@cam.org.au or leave your suggestion / concern at the Parish Office – attention Catherine Graham. Thank you.
HOUSE BLESSING & VISITING THE SICK IN THE PARISH
Fr Vincent and Fr Simeon are available to visit parishioners for a house blessing. If parishioners would like their home blessed or would like a priest to visit a sick family member, kindly complete the Family Visitation form available in the church foyer and return to the priests / sacristan or contact the parish office to make an appointment.
PRAISE & WORSHIP WITH MESSAGE BY BRO. LALITH PERERAThursday 26th October, 7:30pm to 9:30pm in our church.
Praise & Worship / Talk / Adoration / Prayer Ministry (Praying Over).
SCHOOL COMMUNITY MASS
There will be a School Community Mass on Wednesday 25th October at 8:45am. School families and parishioners are most welcome to join. The Mass will be followed by Morning Tea in the church hall. All are welcome.
MULTICULTURAL MASS
Parishioners are reminded that our Multicultural Mass will be held on Sunday, 29th October at 10:30am. The host nation this year is Sri Lanka. This is a wonderful occasion where the different communities in our parish family celebrate as one. Flag bearers representing the different nations and those participating in the Liturgy are required to attend a Rehearsal in the Church on Saturday, 28th October at 9:45am. We request that you kindly bring a plate of traditional food to share at the fellowship thereafter. It is also an opportunity to dress in your national dress. Thank you.
ANNUAL MARRIAGE ANNIVERSARY MASS - Sunday 22ND October 2023, 11am, St Patrick's Cathedral, East Melbourne
Couples and their families are invited to join the celebration of the annual Marriage Anniversary Mass. Couples who register and are celebrating the following anniversaries – 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th or 40 years and above – will receive a commemorative certificate. Register by Sunday 15 October: trybooking.com/CLKRBF or any queries please contact 9926 5761or proclaim@cam.org.au
ENGAGING YOUR FAITH LECTURE SERIES
“Engaging Your Faith” is a series of short, online presentations being offered by Catholic Theological College (CTC) that invite participants to reflect on what it means to be people of faith in the contemporary world. Fourteen stand-alone sessions on a range of themes will be presented. Topics you might choose from include the following: · Explorations in the Bible · The Plenary Council, the Catholic Church, and being a Catholic · Lectio Divina · Basic Listening Skills for Pastoral Ministry · Science and faith issues. Cost: $25 per session. For more information, please refer to the CTC website: https://ctc.edu.au/ or call (03)9412 3333
WORLD MISSION DAY APPEAL, Sunday 22nd October
There will be a third collection at all the Masses next weekend. This year’s appeal will support the Salesian Sisters in Timor-Leste, putting faith into action amongst our very close neighbours who are in great need. If you would like to do an online transfer, details are BSB 062 784, Account No. 100008854, Account Name: Catholic Mission Donation Account or over the counter BSB 062 000, Account No. 13634076, Account name as above. Parish Reference: Melb/392475.
ST JAMES FETE
St James Parish, Hoppers Crossing North, will be holding their Parish fete 10:00am-4:00pm Saturday 21st October at the church grounds at 336 Derrimut Road, Hoppers Crossing. There will be food, rides, laser tag, Vietnamese dragon dance (12:00pm), karate demo (1:00pm), live music and all the usual stalls and bargains. All welcome.
RECENTLY DECEASED
We pray for Moleli Tato, Gloria Cardente, Felix Cardente, Albino Ferlazzo, Mariano Da Silva Borges, Sebastiao Ornai, Kevin McLoughlin, Glenn Tungol, Moya Wood, Joseph Thoomkauzhy, Vavachan Kunnemuriyil, Baby Jamini, Josephine Vella, Romeo Callejo Sr., Povave Autagavaia, Jean Cameron, George Musique, Kingsley Barrow, Rajan Gomes, Meena Fathima Corderio, Hiran Adhihetty, Godfreda Sarmiento and all who have died in disasters all over the world.
DEATH ANNIVERSARIES
We pray for Fr Donald Lourensz, Domingo Gutang, Vilma Pimenta, Rita Mangion, Sylvian Bignoux, Ruby & Dominic Fernando, K V Sebastian and all whose anniversaries occur at this time.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
We pray for Violet Lawrence, Tae Yoon Jim, Jeffrey Dalton, Sean Donaldson, Dale D’Souza, Ollie Orlinski, Mavis D’Cruz, Renato Manalilli, Atima Chakraborty, Adrian McGill, Teresita Grisancich, Lindsay Coates, Patricia Samuel, Jenna Murnane, Noleen Clayburn, Vittorio di Palma, Pat Murray, Elizabeth de Guzman, Amelia Pamparo, Daniel Quintanilla, Tony Faranda, Clare Frangipani, Kelly de la Rosa, Carmela Saragozza and all who are ill in our Parish.
ROSTERS
Counters – 22 Oct 23
| John Allen / Jules & Neeta Pereira |
Roster for Readers – 21/22 Oct 23
| 6:00pm | Jeslin Shaji |
| 8:30am | KSC Reader |
| 10:30am | Meresiana Peters |
| 5:00pm | Sherwin SImangan |
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion – 21/22 Oct 23
| 6:00pm | N. Golaw / S. Joseph / G. Surrao / Praful A. |
| 8:30am | KSC Minister / P. Simonides / R. Johnson / Paul F. |
| 10:30am | C. Peters / G. Siccita / S. Vaz / G. Schembri |
| 5:00pm | E. Angeles / I. SImangan / A. Koek / C. Skinner |
Music Ministry – 21/22 Oct 23
| 6:00pm | Mater Dolorosa |
| 8:30am | St. Philomena |
| 10:30am | Domini Chorum |
| 5:00pm | KNK |