DEVOTIONAL PRAYER FOR JUNE
ANIMA CHRISTI
Soul of Christ, sanctify me
Body of Christ, save me
Blood of Christ, inebriate me
Water from the side of Christ, wash me
Passion of Christ, strengthen me
O good Jesus, hear me
Within Thy wounds hide me
Suffer me not to be separated from Thee
From the malicious enemy defend me
In the hour of my death call me
And bid me come unto Thee
That I may praise Thee with Thy saints and with Thy angels
Forever and ever
Amen
Entrance Antiphon
He fed them with the finest wheat and satisfied them with honey from the rock.
1st Reading (Ex 24:3-8)
A reading from the book of Exodus.
Moses went and told the people all the commands of the Lord and all the ordinances. In answer, all the people said with one voice, ‘We will observe all the commands that the Lord has decreed.’ Moses put all the commands of the Lord into writing, and early next morning he built an altar at the foot of the mountain, with twelve standing-stones for the twelve tribes of Israel. Then he directed certain young Israelites to offer holocausts and to immolate bullocks to the Lord as communion sacrifices. Half of the blood Moses took up and put into basins, the other half he cast on the altar. And taking the Book of the Covenant he read it to the listening people, and they said, ‘We will observe all that the Lord has decreed; we will obey.’ Then Moses took the blood and cast it towards the people. This’ he said ‘is the blood of the Covenant that the Lord has made with you, containing all these rules.’
The Word of the Lord.
Responsorial Psalm
I will take the cup of salvation, and call on the name of the Lord.
2nd Reading (Heb 9:11-15)
A reading from the letter of St. Paul to the Hebrews.
Now Christ has come, as the high priest of all the blessings which were to come. He has passed through the greater, the more perfect tent, which is better than the one made by men’s hands because it is not of this created order; and he has entered the sanctuary once and for all, taking with him not the blood of goats and bull calves, but his own blood, having won an eternal redemption for us. The blood of goats and bulls and the ashes of a heifer are sprinkled on those who have incurred defilement and they restore the holiness of their outward lives; how much more effectively the blood of Christ, who offered himself as the perfect sacrifice to God through the eternal Spirit, can purify our inner self from dead actions so that we do our service to the living God. He brings a new covenant, as the mediator, only so that the people who were called to an eternal inheritance may actually receive what was promised: his death took place to cancel the sins that infringed the earlier covenant.
The Word of the Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia, alleluia! I am the living bread from heaven, says the Lord; whoever eats this bread will live forever. Alleluia!
Gospel (Mk 14:12-16, 22-26)
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Mark.
On the first day of Unleavened Bread, when the Passover lamb was sacrificed, his disciples said to Jesus, ‘Where do you want us to go and make the preparations for you to eat the Passover?’ So he sent two of his disciples, saying to them, ‘Go into the city and you will meet a man carrying a pitcher of water. Follow him, and say to the owner of the house which he enters, “The Master says: Where is my dining room in which I can eat the Passover with my disciples?” He will show you a large upper room furnished with couches, all prepared. Make the preparations for us there,’ The disciples set out and went to the city and found everything as he had told them, and prepared the Passover. And as they were eating he took some bread, and when he had said the blessing he broke it and gave it to them. ‘Take it,’ he said ‘this is my body.’ Then he took a cup, and when he had returned thanks he gave it to them, and all drank from it, and he said to them, ‘This is my blood, the blood of the covenant, which is to be poured out for many. I tell you solemnly, I shall not drink any more wine until the day I drink the new wine in the kingdom of God.’ After psalms had been sung they left for the Mount of Olives.
The Gospel of the Lord.
Communion Antiphon
Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me and I in him, says the Lord.
Next Week’s Readings
Gen 3:9-15; 2 Cor 4:13-5:1; Mk 3:20-35
Feasts of the Week
Mon, 3 June - Sts Charles Lwanga & Comp
Wed, 5 June - St. Boniface
Fri, 7 June - Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
Sat, 8 June - Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary
PARISH NEWS
| Dear Parishioners, I have been advised by my Provincial Superior to move from the Southern Hemisphere to the Northern Hemisphere to serve. I know it is a big move and there will be many challenges and opportunities along the way. Indeed I am going to miss all of you deeply, your fraternal love, care and friendship. I request your valuable prayers and support in my future ministry. I have been asked to serve in the Diocese of Salina in the state of Kansas in the USA. The Visa process has begun. Therefore, my service in the Archdiocese of Melbourne will come to an end soon. Once again, I am very grateful to you for your love, friendship and assistance in my ministry here in Australia. Please be assured of my remembrances and prayers for you. Yours in Christ, Father Vincent John CMI |
WELCOME TO OUR NEWLY BAPTISED
We welcome into our Church community Caleb Furtado who is to be baptised this Sunday. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the love of Parents, Godparents, family and friends, we pray that Caleb will lead a life full of happiness, faith and love.
CORPUS CHRISTI FEAST PROCESSION
Our Parish will celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi on Sunday 2nd June starting at 10:15am sharp with Exposition, Procession of the Blessed Sacrament around the school oval and Benediction. Mass will at 10:30am. We invite you all to attend this beautiful ceremony.
SENIORS SHARED LUNCH – WEDNESDAY 5TH JUNE
Wednesday 5th June, from 11:30am to 1:30pm in the Community Centre. Please bring a plate of food to share. Coffee, tea and hot chocolate provided. Contact Margaret Craigie on 0456914652 for further details.
ST. PETER’S CHARISMATIC PRAYER COMMUNITY (KNK) 29TH ANNIVERSARY – SATURDAY 8TH JUNE, 11AM
Parishioners are invited to attend the 29th Anniversary of our parish Charismatic group on Saturday 8th June at 11:00am. The program will include Praise & Worship, Thanksgiving Mass and fellowship.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL WINTER APPEAL
There will be a special collection at all masses on the weekend of 8th / 9th June for the winter appeal for St Vincent De Paul Society. Envelopes will be available in the pews and foyer for those who need them. All donations are greatly appreciated to help those less fortunate.
SACRED RELICS OF ST ANTHONY OF PADUA – SUNDAY 9TH JUNE 2024
Fr Bortolino Maistrello from the Pontifical Basilica of Saint Anthony in Padua, Italy will be bringing two first class relics of St Anthony of Padua to our Parish. Parishioners are invited to spend time in veneration and celebration of the Eucharist at our church in honour of St Anthony of Padua relics on Sunday 9th June. Veneration at 3:30pm followed by Mass at 5:00pm. Petition cards & Donation Envelopes will be available. These will be taken back to Padua to be placed at the Tomb of St Anthony.
FRANCIS THOMAS
Join us in celebrating a special milestone as our parishioner Francis Thomas, currently enrolled in the Permanent Diaconate Program, will be received into the Ministries of Acolyte and Lector on Sunday, 9th June 2024 during the 11:00am Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. You are welcome to attend this joyous event, please pray and support Francis on his faith journey!
LITURGY OF THE WORD / COMMUNION SERVICE 10TH TO 14TH JUNE 2024
Fr. Vincent will be away at the Annual Clergy Conference from Monday 10th June up to and including Friday 14th June. On these days there will be Communion Services as follows:
Monday 10th & Tue 11th – 8:30am
Wed 12th – 7:00pm Communion Service followed by Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Succour.
Thu 13th & Fri 14th – 8:30am. Friday’s Communion service will be followed by the Divine Mercy Novena.
THE KNIGHTS OF THE SOUTHERN CROSS, HOPPERS CROSSING BRANCH, is conducting a Bunnings BBQ on Saturday, 15th June at the Old Geelong Road premises, and are seeking assistance from available Parishioners. The BBQ operates from 8:30am to 4:00pm. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated. Funds raised go towards scholarships for MacKillop and Thomas Carr Colleges, our Youth Groups and Priests Support and Education Fund. If you can spare a couple of hours, please contact Paul Mulquiney on 0418 113 955.
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE ARCHBISHOP – PRAYER IN PARLIAMENT
In response to a push by some parliamentarians to end the recitation of prayer in the Victorian Parliament, together with other religious leaders, Archbishop Comensoli has written to all Members of Parliament about the fundamental and ongoing importance of prayer. The letter can be found at: www.bit.ly/parliamentaryprayer. There are two simple ways you can support the continuation of prayer in parliament:
- Sign this petition to the Legislative Council:www.bit.ly/petitionparlprayer
- Write to your local state members of parliament to respectfully let them know your views. You can find out who your local MPs are at: findelectorate.parliament.vic.gov.au. Writing to both your Legislative Assembly member and to some or all of your five Legislative Council members is recommended.
3RD ANNUAL PARISH DINNER
Our 3rd Annual Parish Dinner will be held on Friday 26th July 2024 at The Italian Sports Club, 601 Heaths Road, Werribee. It will be a fun night with a 3-course sit-down dinner, DJ Music, Silent & Live Auction and Raffles. The sale of tickets will commence on Saturday 1st June, at 10:00am and tickets can be purchased by scanning the QR code or using the link www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1223278?. For those needing assistance to purchase tickets, volunteers will be available after each of the masses this weekend.Cost of tickets is as follows:
Adults: $50 per head
Child: $25 per head (5 -12 years)
Pensioner: $45 per head
Children below 5 years FREE
SILENT AUCTION SPONSOR REQUEST
As part of the Parish Dinner on Friday 26th July, we plan to hold a ‘Silent Auction’ to enable us to raise funds. 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 same latest by Friday 19th July.
PARISH DINNER SPONSORSHIP
As part of the fundraising process, we are looking for sponsors from business or individuals. If you are able to assist in finding sponsors or sponsoring the event, please contact the parish office. Sponsorship can be either in cash, hampers or Gift Vouchers which can be offered as prizes.
RECENTLY DECEASED
We pray for Lawrence Aponso, John Baptist D’Souza, Chandima Dasanayaka, Thushara Senavirathna, Clive Middleton, Annakutty Mathew, Sumali Thilakarathna, Thushara Senavirathna, Jandarc Nassif, Charles Renotte, Stephen D’Souza, Rod Fernando, Samuel Sampson, Anthony Pires, Julie Marinas, Maria Nardacchione, Mairead (Margaret) Ferguson, Lauri Gower, Anthony D’Silva, Henry Pillai, Barry Craig, Bernadine Istacky, Rita Vincent, Shirly Becker- Schultz and all who have died in disasters all over the world.
DEATH ANNIVERSARIES
We pray for Mary Crough, Bruna & Peter Santi, Margaret Smith, Winifrida Jayathilaka, Mervin Aponsu, Anne Ruwani, Subodhini Attapatttu, Mary Borg, Garnette De Rozario, Maureen & Ben Halge, Hishal & Resom Shiker, Medhine Okbamariam, Richard Green, Nicolas Thisera, John Perera, Antony Jayasooriya, Bernard Rajarathnam, Paul & Shane W, Clarice Rodrigo and all whose anniversaries occur at this time.
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
We pray for Violet Lawrence, Jeffrey Dalton, Sean Donaldson, Dale D’Souza, Stephen Beaton, John O’Regan, Mavis D’Cruz, Edna Sanchez, Elizabeth de Guzman, Ernesto Sigismondi, Segundo Becerra, Sasha Noronha, Michelle Clayburn, Errol Davis, Lillian Pinnela, Corazon Madrazo, Yvonne Francis, Lucia Drijarraw, Thais Long, Tony Dass, Teresita Grisancich, Ferdinand Enrique, Rolando Baldelomar, Avis Fernandez, Delice Prior, Nathan Salesa, Suzie Allet, Draga Vekic, John & Christina Parol, Robin Lowe, Pia family, Gerry Shaw, Betina Cole, Vincent Mifsud, Rashmi Ghimire and all who are ill in our Parish.
ROSTERS
Money Counters – 9 June 24
| Bill Coghlan / Paul Mulquiney / George Socrates |
Roster for Readers – 8/9 June 24
| 6:00pm | Davy Fernandes |
| 8:30am | Br Anthony Wright |
| 10:30am | Lerna Vasquez |
| 5:00pm | Valerian D’Souza |
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion – 8/9 June 24
| 6:00pm | Josie T. / Praful A. / H. Durski / S. Craven |
| 8:30am | R. Albuquerque / A. Francis / G. Sharman / K. Adie |
| 10:30am | F. Caruana / S. Colla / G. Schembri / E. Mills |
| 5:00pm | E. Chio / C. Skinner / Sunita D / B. Palatty |
Music Ministry – 8/9 June 24
| 6:00pm | Footsteps |
| 8:30am | St. Philomena |
| 10:30am | Youth Band |
| 5:00pm | Shepherds of Christ |