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SUNDAY BIBLE REFLECTIONS
20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C Jeremiah 38:4-6, 8-10; Psalm 39:2-4, 18; Hebrews 12:1-4 Luke 12:49-53
Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity
18 August 2019
Parish Priests Fr Frederick Quek 67841211 Fr Peter Tan 67846418 Fr Joe Dinesh 67865043 Parish Office 67842332 Email: [email protected] Kindergarten 67874651 Fax 67837559 Email: [email protected]
Trinity Convent 67880171 Blk 106 Tampines St 11, #02-331 Adoration on Thursday from 7-8 pm All are welcome
Mass Timings Weekday 6.30 am; 6.00 pm Saturday 6.30 am; 5.00 pm (Novena) 6.00 pm (Sunset) Sunday 6.45 am; 8.00 am (Mandarin) 9.45 am; 11.30 am; 5.30 pm Confessions 20 mins before Mass Tagalog Mass 2.00 pm First Sunday Only Public Holiday 9.00 am only
20 Tampines St 11 Singapore 529455 Tel: 67842332 Website: www.holytrinity.org.sg
On the other hand are those who have yet to embrace the salvation that Jesus came to bring. At times, the differences can be so strong as to cause conflict and separation. Divisions may be inevitable, but they don’t have to be permanent. That’s where you come in. How will you respond when those divisions manifest themselves at home? With compassion, prayer, and understanding? Or with defensiveness, arguments, and condemnation? Jesus is the Prince of Peace because he came to bring peace to our divided hearts. And as our own divided hearts are healed, we learn how to love as he loves and how to forgive as he forgives. Only Jesus’ love and forgiveness can bring unity. You can make a difference. By staying close to Jesus, who is your peace, you can be a force for reconciliation. Never underestimate the impact you can have!
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.
Do you think that I have come to establish peace on the earth? (Luke 12:51) Well, yes, as a matter of fact. Didn’t Isaiah announce the coming of the “Prince of Peace” (9:5)? Didn’t the angels sing, “Peace on earth” on the night Jesus was born (see Luke 2:14)? Of course he came to establish peace on earth! That may be true, but at the same time, the aged Simeon prophesied that Jesus would be “a sign that will be contradicted” (Luke 2:34). In fact, Jesus’ entire public life seemed to be marked by division and controversy. Pharisees and Sadducees argued over him. The Jewish Sanhedrin couldn’t come to agreement. Even one of his close followers turned traitor on him. So is Jesus a source of peace? Or is he a source of division? He’s both. Jesus knows that not everyone will embrace his message and the peace that comes with it. He also knows that divisions will arise because of this. On a grand scale, we have seen this in religious conflicts around the globe. And on a more intimate scale, we see this in many families. On the one hand are those who have accepted Jesus and the blessings of his salvation.
Meditations 18 August 2019 ~ The Word Among Us
Confirmation Retreat 2019 He who believes in me, as scripture says, ‘out of his heart shall flow rivers of living water.’ (John 7:38)
68 of our teens spent four days and three nights, gradually allowing their hearts to be opened by God. Through prayer, conversation and contemplation, our teens tangibly experienced the mystery of God’s Divine Love.
Quotes from some of our teens on what they would like to thank Jesus for:
“Now I know, that I am a beloved Child of God”
“Thank you for giving me courage, and showing me that I am cared for”
“Thank you for your warmth and loving me, despite my imperfections”
Daily Readings
Monday 19/8/19 Judges 2:11-19; Psalm 105:34-37, 39-40, 43-44; Matthew 19:16-22
Tuesday 20/8/19 Judges 6:11-24; Psalm 84:9, 11-14; Matthew 19:23-30
Wednesday 21/7/19 Judges 9:6-15; Psalm 20:2-7; Matthew 20:1-16
Thursday 22/8/19 Isaiah 9:1-6; Psalm 112:1-8; Luke 1:26-38
Friday 23/8/19 Ruth 1:1, 3-6, 14-16, 22; Psalm 145:5-10; Matthew 22:34-40
Saturday 24/8/19 Revelation 21:9-14; Psalm 144:10-13, 17-18; John 1:45-51
(19 ~ 24 August) Monday: JOY - 10 am Parish Hall - Fun and Games. Light refreshments will be served. Open to those 60 years and above.
Legion of Mary (Queen of Angels) ~ 7.30 pm Room 20
Tuesday: Legion of Mary (Mary, Full of Grace)~ 10 am in Meeting Room, Mezzanine Level
Prayer for Priests ~ 5 pm Chapel
Legion of Mary (Our Lady of Charity) ~ 7.30 pm, Meeting Room, Mezzanine Level
Charismatic Prayer ~ 7.45 pm Parish Hall
Christian Meditation ~ 8 pm Room 16
Wednesday: Grow Our Faith ~ 8 pm Parish Hall Thursday: Mothers Prayers ~ 10.30 am Room 16
RCIA - 7.45 pm Parish Hall Friday: Divine Mercy Devotion - 8 pm Chapel
Saturday: Legion of Mary - Teens (Mary, Star of the New Evangelisation) ~ 2.00 pm Meeting Room, Mezzanine Level
Sunday: Legion of Mary - Primary Level (Mother of Holy Innocents) ~ 2.00 pm Room 16 Adelphi’s Corner Please stay for fellowship after Mass and enjoy breakfast. Free coffee and tea.
Weekly Events
Infant Baptism July 2019 A joyful and memorable celebration last Sunday where relatives and friends came together to witness the Baptism of 12 infants. We thank God for the gift of new life and may the parents and godparents be guided by the Holy Spirit in nurturing them. More photos can be viewed at https://bit.ly/cht1907infant.
Communion Service Our priests will be outstation from Monday 19 August to Friday 23 August. There will be no Mass and only communion service during this period. An Hour of Prayer Monday 19 August, 8.00 pm in the Chapel. Every first and third Monday of the month we gather to pray for our universal Church and our parish. All are welcome. Movie Matinee Saturday 24 August, 2.00 pm, Parish Hall Movie Title: Life & Times of Pope John Paul II This documentary includes the life story of the Pope and his role in the fall of communism. Don’t miss this award-winning documentary. All are welcome. Contraception: Conversation Topic for Young Adults Come and learn more about the Catholic Church's teachings on contraception for young adults. 31 August, 3.00pm in 8A, level 2. For more details, contact Rachel at 96342257. Open to young adults age 21 to 35. Holy Family Rosary Shrine
19-25 August 2019, 8.15pm at Blk 766 Bedok Reservoir View #05-251 (home of Ethel Gordon). For enquiries, contact Juliana at 94468890.
GIFT Campaign There will be a second collection this weekend for the GIFT Campaign. Your generous donation is appreciated.
Other News
Celebrating Life Together 2019 Mamre Oaks Ltd is organizing a Conference and Tea Dance, especially for parents and caregivers of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Free admission and open to public on 14 September 2019 from10am to 4pm at the Agape Village, 7A Lorong 8, Toa Payoh, Singapore 319264. Please register at QR code or call 68017476 or email to [email protected] for more queries.
Our teens engaged in games in the session hall
Entering deeper into praise and worship
Experiencing God’s love through the washing of feet
