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33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C II 13 November 2016
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY PARISHOUR LADY OF THE ROSARY PARISHOUR LADY OF THE ROSARY PARISH
Closing of our Holy Door
T his weekend marks the closing of most Holy Doors around the world, with the exception of St Peter’s
Basilica in Rome and our own Our Lady of the Rosary Cathedral in Waitara, which close next Sunday on
the Feast of Christ the King.
The closing brings to a conclusion the Jubilee of Mercy. We will celebrate this event at the 9:30am Mass this
Sunday when we will give thanks to God for the graces received during this extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy.
It has been a real privilege to have a Holy Door in our parish and we continue in the spirit of Mercy to take the
graces and blessings from this experience to our family, friends and wider community, bearing ‘the merciful
love of God to a wounded and needing humanity.’ (Pope Francis)
Expecting the Unknown
T he expectation of something that is unknown can bring up two kinds of feelings in the hearts of the ones
expecting. For those who expect that the coming event will result in some reward, the feelings will be of
joy, hope and expectation. For those who expect that the coming event will bring judgement and maybe punish-
ment, the feelings will be of fear, trepidation and apprehension.
The challenge to live fully the teachings of Jesus and to bear the consequences of such a life continues to confront
us today. It is easy to speculate about the future or to project a ‘pie-in-the-sky-when-you-die’ to those who are
undergoing adversity. However, to face these challenges squarely is another matter.
Difficulties in life are only difficulties if they are seen as such. We can instead look on them as opportunities to
show that we can persevere. We can look on them to show that, no matter what the difficulty might be, our re-
sponse will be one of courage and fearlessness. We can look on them and know that, even in the face of the most
severe persecution which may even result in death, not a hair of our head will perish.
Thus, as we get ready to welcome Christ our eternal King, the readings of today invite us to see that it is Christ,
present in the here and now, not Christ who is expected in the future who continues to shape and inspire our lives.
He is not a king of the morrow or of later, but a king of today, a king of now.
God’s Word Fr Errol Fernandes SJ
YEAR OF MERCYYEAR OF MERCYYEAR OF MERCY Page
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Melbourne Cup Luncheon Thanks
W e would like to give a big thank you to Leo and Elaine Lowe, Danielle De
Robillard, Barry and Monica Brandie, Des and Anne Little for the wonderful
luncheon on Melbourne Cup Day. It was so well organised and a great fun day out.
We really appreciate all the effort that goes into the before, during and after!
Quote for the Week
Blessed is the servant of God who
is found to be as humble among his
inferiors as he would be among
his superiors. St Francis of Assisi
Inviting All Young People
Join us for an evening of sharing: Friendship, Faith &
Free Pizza! 7-9pm next Saturday 19 November in the
Muldoon Room (behind church) info 4332 2216
Bible Café The Holy Spirit
in our Lives with Fr Benedict
Groeschel CFR
Wednesdays
10:30-11:30am
& 7-8pm in the
Muldoon Room.
All welcome!
Secular Franciscans
We meet on the third Thursday of
the month (17 November) at 1pm in the
Muldoon Room. All welcome!
Enq: 4976 1117.
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We would like to thank Fr Bill for leading us on a wonderful and inspirational pilgrimage to
St Mary’s Cathedral Holy Door. It was a very enjoyable
experience.
The Pilgrims
MONTH OF THE HOLY SOULS IN PURGATORYMONTH OF THE HOLY SOULS IN PURGATORYMONTH OF THE HOLY SOULS IN PURGATORY
Please Note
Nursing Home Mass & Anointing of the Sick
Mass and Anointing will be held at Bupa Nursing Home Bateau Bay on Monday 14
November at 10am.
Charitable Works Fund Appeal Thanks
Thank you to all for your generous donations. Any further envelopes may be added to
this week’s collections.
SVDP Columban Calendars 2017
Beautiful Columban Calendars are now on sale at the SVDP Stall for $9.
Central Coast Pilgrim Walk
Sunday 20 November 1pm starting from Our Lady Star of the Sea Church Terrigal to
St Patrick’s Church East Gosford. Enquiries 4334 4843 or 0405 676 414.
We Need You!
T he parish needs teachers and helpers to assist with Special Religious Education
in the primary public schools each Thursday of the school terms for only half an
hour between 9am and 1:15pm. We speak to the children about Jesus, Love, Faith and
Prayer and encourage a kind and respectful life. Training is provided and transport can
be organised. To indicate your willingness to join this ministry in 2017 please contact
the parish office or any one of the parish catechists who will introduce you to the
coordinator Micheline Yardin.
Parish Morning Tea
The Simply the Best Family Group is hosting our
Parish Morning Tea next Sunday
20 November after 9:30am Mass.
Come along to the canteen for a nice
hot cuppa!
Reconciliation Programme 2017 The Registration/Information night for parents/carers is on Tuesday 22
November 6:30pm in the parish centre.
A Ladies’ Craft Day will be held on
Monday 14 November in the
Muldoon Room at 10am. Come and
join us for a cuppa and craft!
Serving the Catholic Community of The Entrance and extending the Kingdom of God
PARISH PRIEST & DEAN Fr Bill Stevens ASSISTANT PRIEST Fr Stephen Hamilton 0407 201 474
SACRAMENTAL COORDINATOR Br John Verhoeven FSP
Office Hours Monday-Friday 9.30-5.00pm Tel 4332 2216 Fax 4333 5344
Postal Address PO Box 189 THE ENTRANCE 2261 Street Address 239-243 The Entrance Rd THE ENTRANCE 2261
Email [email protected] Website www.ourladyoftherosary.org.au
PROPERTY MANAGER Michael de la Motte Tel 4334 7600 (BH)
OUR LADY OF THE ROSARY PRIMARY SCHOOL Tel 4332 5594 Fax 4334 5599
ST PETER’S CATHOLIC COLLEGE Tel 4351 2344 Fax 4351 2965
THE ENTRANCE PARISH DIOCESE OF BROKEN BAY
Mass & Devotions in Ordinary Time Sunday Masses Saturday Vigil 6:00pm Sunday 8:00am & 9:30am
Weekday Masses Monday - Thursday 9:00am Friday 11:45am Saturday 9:00am
Liturgy of the Hours Saturday 8:40am Rosary Monday-Thursday 8:35am Friday 11:20am Saturday 9:30am
Cenacle Wednesday 9:30am Christian Meditation Group Friday 10:30am-11:30am Muldoon Room. Come & join us!
Keep Us In Your Prayers
Our Lady of the Rosary
GIFT
CENTRE
For all your devotional needs...
Christmas is Coming! Come in and see our beautiful Nativity display and lovely new gifts for Christmas - something for everyone. Fr Macs Heavenly Puddings are also back - don’t miss out - small $20, large $35. You’ll find the Gift Centre behind the Church carpark, corner of Ashton and Copnor Avenues.
Open: Sunday 9am-9:30am & 10:30-11am Tuesday-Friday 9:30am-1:30pm
Phone/Fax 4332 5997
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Mal 3:19-20 2 Paul 3:7-12 Lk 21:5-19 Entrance Antiphon: The Lord said: I think thoughts of peace and not of affliction. You will call upon me, and I will answer you, and I will lead back your captives from every place.
Responsorial Psalm: The Lord comes to rule the earth with justice.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, Alleluia! Lift up your heads and see; your redemption is near at hand. Alleluia!
Communion Antiphon: To be near God is my happiness, to place my hope in God the Lord.
Pearly
Gates
There is no gift more precious than prayer - Fr Benedict Groeschel Recently Deceased: Fr Vince Whiteman (Wollongong), Michael Guest, Catharina Verhoeven, Patricia Dyer, Marie Clements, Judy Hodges, Irene Loveridge, Elvy Cullinane, Peggy Drinan, Anne Rowlands, Jerry Trimocha Snr. Funerals: The funeral of Catharina Verhoeven was held during the week. Please pray for Catharina and her family. Remembrances: In November we pray for all the Holy Souls in Purgatory. The Mass intentions for our faithful departed are placed on the Sanctuary during the Masses. Sick: Brian Staggs, Laurel & Stan Johnson, Andrew Edmunds, Les McDonald, Maree Gillreathe-McLoughlin, Peg Senogles, Sr Christina Cullen, Kathy Lowe-Scafidi, Michael Falzon, Garry Reynolds, Br Tom and all families and friends suffering with cancer and long-term illnesses.
