DEVOTIONAL PRAYER FOR MAY
Prayer to the Holy TRINITY
Glory be to the Father, who by His almighty power and love created me, making me in the image and likeness of God.
Glory be to the Son, who by His Precious Blood delivered me from hell, and opened for me the gates of heaven.
Glory be to the Holy Spirit, who has sanctified me in the sacrament of Baptism, and continues to sanctify me by the graces I receive daily from His bounty. Glory be to the three adorable Persons of the Holy Trinity, now and forever.
Amen.
Entrance Antiphon
Blest be God the Father, and the Only Begotten Son of God, and also the Holy Spirit, for he has shown us his merciful love.
1st Reading (Deut 4:32-34, 39-40)
A reading from the book of Deuteronomy.
Moses said to the people: ‘Put this question to the ages that are past, that went before you, from the time God created man on earth: Was there ever a word so majestic, from one end of heaven to the other? Was anything ever heard? Did ever a people hear the voice of the living God speaking from the heart of the fire, as you heard it, and remain alive? Has any god ventured to take to himself one nation from the midst of another by ordeals, signs, wonders, war with mighty hand and outstretched arm, by fearsome terrors – all this that the Lord your God did for you before your eyes in Egypt? ‘Understand this today, therefore, and take it to heart: the Lord is God indeed, in heaven above as on earth beneath, he and no other. Keep his laws and commandments as I give them to you today, so that you and your children may prosper and live long in the land that the Lord your God gives you for ever.’
The Word of the Lord.
Responsorial Psalm
Happy the people the Lord has chosen to be his own.
2nd Reading (Rom 8:14-17)
A reading from the letter of St. Paul to the Romans.
Everyone moved by the Spirit is a son of God. The spirit you received is not the spirit of slaves bringing fear into your lives again; it is the spirit of sons, and it makes us cry out, ‘Abba, Father!’ The Spirit himself and our spirit bear united witness that we are children of God. And if we are children we are heirs as well: heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, sharing his sufferings so as to share his glory.
The Word of the Lord.
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia, alleluia! Glory to the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit: to God who is, who was, and who is to come. Alleluia!
Gospel (Mt 28:16-20)
A reading from the holy Gospel according to Matthew.
The eleven disciples set out for Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had arranged to meet them. When they saw him they fell down before him, though some hesitated. Jesus came up and spoke to them. He said, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, make disciples of all the nations; baptise them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teach them to observe all the commands I gave you. And know that I am with you always; yes, to the end of time.’
The Gospel of the Lord
Communion Antiphon
Since you are children of God, God has sent into your hearts the Spirit of his Son, the Spirit who cries out: Abba, Father.
Next Week’s Readings
Ex 24:3-8; Heb 9:11-15; Mk 14:12-16, 22-26
Feasts of the Week
Fri, 31 May - The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Sat, 1 June - St. Justin
PARISH NEWS
WELCOME MINISTRY – CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
As part of Taking the Way of the Gospel Mission work, we are looking at formalising a Welcome Ministry in our parish. Volunteers are needed at weekend masses to support with welcoming the community. An information session will be held on Tuesday 28th May at 7:00pm in the Theatrette. All interested volunteers please submit your name and contact details to the parish office. More info from Sharon D’Silva on 0430099654 or the parish office.
FIAT 2024 - WEEKEND OF PRAYER SATURDAY 1ST JUNE 1:30 - 2:30PM
For the second year running, the Archdiocese of Melbourne encourages all Parishes to unite for a weekend of prayer from Fri 31st May to Sun 2nd June. The weekend coincides with the Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Feast of Corpus Christi. Fiat is an opportunity for us to celebrate and rejoice in prayer, in communion with the Lord and the local Church. Our Parish will hold a Holy Hour of Prayer on Saturday 1st June from 1:30pm to 2:30pm. This will include Eucharistic Adoration, meditation/recitation of the Rosary, reflection time and Benediction. St. Peter's Charismatic Prayer Group will host this prayer time. This is a great opportunity to renew our hearts and minds towards the Lord and reach out to others in prayer.
CORPUS CHRISTI FEAST PROCESSION - SUNDAY 2ND JUNE
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 follow as usual at 10:30am. We invite you all to attend this beautiful ceremony honouring our Lord present in the Eucharist.
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.
ANNUAL PARISH DINNER
Our Annual Parish Dinner will be held on Friday 26th July 2024 at The Italian Sports Club, 601 Heaths Road, Werribee. The sale of tickets will commence on Saturday 1st June, and details on how to secure your tickets will be advised in the bulletin next week. It will be a fun night with a 3-course sit-down dinner, DJ Music, Silent & Live Auction and Raffles. The cost of entry 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 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
MELBOURNE CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION
On the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) you are invited to join for Mass at Sacred Heart Church (Rathdowne & Pelham Sts, Carlton) followed by a Eucharistic procession to St Patrick’s Cathedral for Vespers and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Sunday 2nd June 2024, 1.00pm: Mass at Sacred Heart Church Carlton, 2.30pm: Procession towards St Patrick’s Cathedral, 4.00pm: Arrive at St Patrick's Cathedral (Vespers and Benediction). All are welcome. For more information: https://melbournecatholic.org/events/melbourne-corpus-christi-procession
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.
NATIONAL RECONCILIATION WEEK
The theme for National Reconciliation Week (27 May-3 June) is Now More Than Ever. It is a reminder to all of us that no matter what, the fight for justice and the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people must continue. Now more than ever, we need to call out racism wherever we encounter it, and to actively reinforce the voices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across this continent. Now more than ever, we need connection. We need respect. We need action. And we need change. Now more than ever, we need reconciliation.
CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE
Online Information Session. Monday 17 June at 7:30pm. Register via our website: ctc.edu.au/information-session. More information from Dr Maureen Saclot ctc@ctc.edu.au.
RECENTLY DECEASED
We pray for 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 Audrey Doherty, Harold Power, Rev Peter Chinh, Mary Martin Kim, Ron Rebeiro, Mary Varkey, Varkey Varkey, Genoveffa Martelli, Yancy Murillo, Winifrida Jayathilaka, Mervin Aponsu, Anne Ruwani, Subodhini Attapatttu, Nicolas Thisera, John Perera, Antony Jayasooriya, Joachin De Mel, Paul & Shane W., Kathleen Mulquiney, Anita Herrera 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 and all who are ill in our Parish.
ROSTERS
Money Counters – 2 June 24
| Pravin Albuquerque / Clarence D’Souza / Grace Sharman |
Roster for Readers – 1/2 June 24
| 6:00pm | Adele Vesty |
| 8:30am | Kitty Stuttard |
| 10:30am | Rosemary Hibbert |
| 5:00pm | Mary Marip |
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion – 1/2 June 24
| 6:00pm | S. Fernando / G. Aldcroft / S. Joseph / Keith F. |
| 8:30am | K. Fernandes / B. Adie / C. D’Souza / I. D’Lima |
| 10:30am | Sunita D / V. Petkovic / Meresiana P / B. Fernandes |
| 5:00pm | E. Angeles / Y. Mohan / A. Koek / Sophia D |
Music Ministry – 1/2 June 24
| 6:00pm | Eagles Wings |
| 8:30am | St. Philomena |
| 10:30am | Tongan Choir |
| 5:00pm | FilOz |