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THE BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST, YEAR A - 14 JUNE 2020
CHRIST IS OUR FOOD AND DRINK
This Sunday the Roman Catholic church celebrates the feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, traditionally known by its Latin name Corpus Christi. It is an opportunity to reflect on the fact that Christ gave us his body and blood as spiritual sustenance. The First Reading reminds us that God fed his people with manna and water as he brought them out of Egypt. Their faithful God did not abandon them. The Psalm continues on the same theme. God provided the finest food, gave peace, and through his word ensured that Israel could follow the right path. In his letter to the Corinthians, St Paul reminds his audience of the intimate relationship between the bread and wine we partake in the Eucharist, and the body and blood of Christ. We are united through this one bread and form one body of Christians. (Second Reading). In the Gospel, Jesus explains to the Jews that his body and blood will nourish them spiritually. This food is not the same as the food that God gave Israel in the desert; what Jesus offers here is a way for us to be living in him and he in us. By sharing his body and blood
SACRAMENTAL PROGRAMME Late enrolments are now being taken for the Sacramental Programme which will resume in July. Please contact Marie Andrewartha if you have any questions - ph: 021 476 153 or (04) 232 8904 or email: [email protected]
EVER ANCIENT, EVER NEW (Quotes from the past) In the Old Covenant there were the loaves of proposition [the Bread of the Presence], but they, being of the Old Covenant, have come to an end. In the New Covenant there is a heavenly bread and a cup of salvation that sanctify soul and body. For, as the bread exists for the body, so the Word is in harmony with the soul. Therefore, do not consider them as bare bread and wine; for, according to the declaration of the Master, they are Body and Blood. If even the senses suggest this to you [viz, that they are bare bread and wine], let faith reassure you. Do not judge the reality by taste, but, having full assurance from faith, realise that you have been judged worthy of the Body and Blood of Christ … Having learned these things, you have complete certitude that the visible bread is not bread, even if it is such to the taste, but the Body of Christ; and the visible wine is not wine, even if taste thinks it such, but the Blood of Christ. -- Cyril of Jerusalem, “Mystagogic Catechesis 5-6,9”.
OUR PARISH - ALERT LEVEL 1 At Alert Level 1, it is important to remain vigilant in our personal health pre-cautions. So please: 1 Stay at home if you feel unwell or have a cough, a runny nose, or
any cold/flu like symptoms. 2 Clean your hands before coming to Mass. Sanitiser will also be
available in the church foyers. 3 Please be aware of the needs of the other person. They may not
want to hug, shake hands, or be too close to you. If you are feeling vulnerable, we can arrange Holy Communion to be brought to you. Please contact the parish office. While we have entered Alert Level 1, some of the liturgical practices that were adopted earlier in the year, remain in place for the meantime. 1 Holy Water fonts are to remain without Holy Water . 2 Sign of Peace will be spoken or by a nod, rather than by shaking hands. 3 Holy Communion will be received only as the Host in the hand. These guidelines will be re-evaluated as further health advice is given, or in one month’s time. The dispensation from Sunday Mass remains in place for this weekend. I know we all desire a full restoration of our rituals, yet at this time we are still advised to be cautious with hygiene.
MASSES: ANNIVERSARIES: ANNIVERSARIES THIS WEEK: Madeline Donovan, Barry McGregor, Lui Sefo, Terube Tebitara (15); Anastasia Valu (16); Mary McKay, Andrew Geraghty, Ian Siegert (17); Terence Lucas, Briar Pigou, Alan Brodie (18); Percival Kerrins, William Taylor-Edwards, Liu Tavita, Raymond Harriss (19); Shirley Tomlinson, Jacqueline McCod (20); Verna O’Dell (21).
RECENTLY DECEASED: Rosalie Duncan, RIP 5 June 2020.
Her Requiem was held at St Pius X Church on Thursday
May their souls, and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in peace. Amen
R.I.P
15-21 JUNE - MASS & SERVICE TIMES
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHURCH TAWA
ST PIUS X CHURCH, TITAHI BAY
Monday 9am Mass
Tuesday 9am Mass
Wednesday 9am Mass
Thursday 9am Mass 10am Mass
Friday 9am Mass
Saturday 9am Mass 5.30pm Vigil Mass
Sunday 8.30am, 10.30am Mass
Weekday Masses may be replaced by a Funeral Mass
Reconciliation is available: Before 8.30am Mass and 10.30am Mass Sunday morning
in the Crying Room, at Our Lady of Fatima Church,
or at any time by approaching a Priest or by appointment ph (04) 232 5611 or text 021 205 6476.
Here is the link to the sixth digital edition of NZ Catholic which is free of charge. https://indd.adobe.com/view/b3afc3f1-9e7a-4f50-bdf9-d5783300bd46 Please enjoy reading New Zealand’s only national Catholic newspaper. God bless, Michael Otto, Editor, NZ Catholic
HOME OF COMPASSION EVENTS Taize Prayer - Friday, 5 June – 7pm A reflective time with simple songs and scripture that brings us to stillness and silence. All are welcome. Meditation in the Christian Tradition – Monday, 8 June – 7pm An ancient form of contemplative prayer, deeply anchored in the teachings of the early Christian desert fathers and mothers. All are welcome. Meditation in the Chapel – Thursday 11 June – 11am An ancient form of contemplative prayer, deeply anchored in the teachings of the early Christian desert fathers and mothers. All are welcome. A Quiet Day with Suzanne Aubert – Thursday 11 June – 10am-2pm A time for gentle reflection on insights from the life and works of Venerable Suzanne Aubert. The theme for June: It is love that gives value to everything. A simple lunch is provided – or bring your own. There is no fee, but a koha is greatly appreciated. Registration required by 3pm Wednesday 10 June by phoning (04) 383 7769 or email: [email protected]
These events are all held at Our Lady’s Chapel at Our Lady’s Home of Compassion, 2 Rhine St, Island Bay
The Suzanne Aubert Heritage Centre and Cloister Café are open Everyone is welcome to spend some time in our public spaces. Opening hours: 10am-3pm Monday to Friday, from 13 June and 10am-3pm Saturday and 12 noon-3pm Sunday. The story of Suzanne Aubert is more relevant than ever in 2020. Come and find new inspiration in the exhibition rooms. Feed your spirit with a visit to the Chapel and resting place of Suzanne Aubert. Enjoy a barista coffee or a bowl of soup in the Café.
PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 16 June. If you have any issues you would like the Council to consider, please email Marie Prescott at the. [email protected] or phone her on 232 7679 or 027 2000 737.
LOW GLUTEN HOSTS If you are gluten intolerant and would like to receive Holy Communion at Mass, we do have a supply of low gluten hosts. Please see Fr before Mass to arrange to have one of these hosts available for you to receive at Communion time. If you require any further info, please contact the Parish office.
SIGN-UP FOR ELECTRONIC WEEKLY NEWSLETTER During lock-down the weekly newsletter was prepared and sent electronically to those members of the parish for whom we have email addresses. We will now take this opportunity to continue sending out the weekly newsletter by email, which means we won’t have to print off as many paper versions. Do not worry if you don't have a computer or email address. We will continue to print paper copies of the newsletter for those of you who do not have emails. If you, or someone you know, is not receiving this newsletter by email, please sign-up by forwarding your name, phone number and email address to the parish office: [email protected] or phone 232 5611. This is also a practical response to Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato Si: On care for our common home where we can address climate change and the use of our resources.
MARIAN MOTHER’S GROUP We are a group of young mothers who meet monthly. We have stayed in touch using ZOOM over the last couple of months. The material we use is from Marist laity, and has discussion questions about topics that are relative to “motherhood and parenting issues.” We generally catch up on what’s been happening in our lives
over the month, especially with the recent events. The topic this month is “Gratitude” on Monday 22 June at 10am. Any expectant mothers or new mothers are invited to come along. Pre-schoolers are also welcome. Transport can be provided. Contact Mary Rayner 232 2088.
SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNTS If you receive any emails or requests claiming to be from Fr Rico please IGNORE. These are bogus and false.
WELLINGTON YOUNG ADULTS (Ages 17-25) You are invited to join us on Wednesday nights at Our Lady of Fatima church. Starting with Adoration from 7-7.15pm, and then coming together for prayer, worship, food and fellowship. If you’d like to know more and/or join us, please contact Catharina Lee (022 533 2284).
MISSING – KEY FOR HEATER CONTROL SWITCH If you’ve picked up the key that goes in the Heater Control switch in the foyer at Our Lady of Fatima church, please return it to the Presbytery letterbox or the Parish Office. Thanks
TE KUPENGA CATHOLIC THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE - JOB VACANCY: FIRST DEAN The newly created Te Kupenga Catholic Theological College is seeking its first Dean. Te Kupenga CEO, Dr Areti Metuamate, said the new dean would build on past work to ensure there was an integrated, academically sound and high-performing community of scholars. The Dean will be the academic face and voice for the Catholic Theological College and will need a high level of personal credibility and academic reputation. Please use the following link for the Role Description: https://www.catholic.org.nz/assets/Uploads/Dean-CTC-role-description-01062020.pdf Interested applicants are welcome to contact Dr Metuamate, to discuss this position. Ph: (04) 819 8380 or email: [email protected]. Applications will remain open from 1 June 2020 until the position is filled and interviews will be arranged as necessary for short-listed candidates.
NEW ROSTERS for OUR LADY OF FATIMA & ST PIUS X CHURCHES covering Greeters, Readers, Musicians, Collectors, Offertory, Eucharistic Ministers, Counters, Flowers from now until the end of September are being prepared next week. If you know you’re going to be unavailable during this time, please let Jane in the office know by 17 June by emailing: [email protected] or phone 232 5611 and leave a message. Thanks
JOSHUA FELLOWSHIP FOR MEN Joshua is on again. Come and enjoy fellowship with other men and share your lockdown stories on Thursday 18 June at 7.30pm in Connolly Hall, Guildford Tce, Thorndon (behind the closed Sacred Heart Cathedral). (Note: fellow-ship from 7pm for a 7.30pm start). Want to know more? Ring Steve Ready 027 356 9555 or email: [email protected]
ST MARY’S COLLEGE, WELLINGTON Open Day, Tuesday 30 June This year, St Mary’s College is holding open day tours for prospective families on Tuesday 30 June. There will be three time slots offered: 11.30am, 2pm, 4pm. The tours will be one hour with a maximum of 100. Whanau will be divided into small tour groups of 10 people each,
with a maximum of three per whanau. Whanau will be required to register using schoolinterviews.co.nz The booking code is: 3te25. For more information, please see the St Mary’s College website: stmw.school.nz.
PRISON CHAPLAIN FOR RIMUTAKA AND AROHATA PRISONS We are seeking to employ a suitably qualified
person to work as a member of the Prison Chaplaincy Services Aotearoa New Zealand Chaplaincy Team, which delivers Ecumenical Chaplaincy services to persons in prison at Rimutaka and Arohata. The position is a permanent position of 37.5 hours per week. The Catholic Prison Chaplaincy service is a separate but integrated ministry which promotes and shares the Gospel message, provides for the celebration of the Sacraments, pastoral care, counsel and support. The person we are looking for will come from a committed Catholic ministry background, have undertaken ongoing formation and had at least two years of pastoral ministry. For a copy of the role description and application forms for this vacancy, please email: [email protected] Please send your completed application forms, cover letter and CV to Karen Holland at: [email protected]
