90 Buckley Street, Noble Park, VIC 3174

Tel (03) 9546 8276 - Fax (03) 9548 1608 - School (03) 9546 0044Email: parishsecretary@stanthonysparish.netParish Website: http://stanthonysparish.net

Parish Priest: Fr Arsenio Tuazon - Assistant Priest: Fr Richard RossePastoral Workers: Srs Kim Tran & Nga Nguyen

School Principal: Margaret Batt

FOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Year C 7 JULY 2013

Monday to Saturday: 9.30amWednesday: 9.30am & 7.00pm1st Friday: 7.00pmSaturday Vigil: 7.00pmSunday: 8.15am,9.30am,11.00am,5.30pm3rd Sunday 2.00pm - Sudanese Mass - in Arabic Reconciliation: Saturday 10am and 6pm

Mass Times

Entrance Antiphon: Your merciful love, O God, we have received in the midst of your temple. Your praise, O God, like your name, reaches the ends of the earth; your right hand is filled with saving justice.Communion Antiphon: Come to me, all who labour and are burdened, and I will refresh you, says the Lord.

Next Week

FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

First reading: - Deuteronomy 30:10-14 Second reading: - Colossians 1:15-20 Gospel: - Luke 10:25-37

Counters

Sun 7 July: Group 3 - John Kenny, Peter Egan, Maurice Ferron, Glen D'Rozario, Pearl D'RozarioSun 14 July: Group 4 - Louisa Morais, Victor Williams, Wilson Xavier, Rita Cerone, Ray Martin

Sun 14 July:07.00pm: Gordon Pinto, Serene Sequiera08.15am: Ado Aguilar, Kyle Aguilar-Dela Cruz, Mary Griscti09.30am: Stephen Krol, Adelaide Sii, Eden Krol 11.00am: Astrid D'Silva, Adeline John, Mike O'Leary, Linda Hunt 05.30pm: Vivian D'Souza, Johannah M Hernandez, Cristy Calalang

Lectors

50 years in 2006

St. Anthony, patron of our parish, loyal servant of God, faithful follower of Jesus: You taught by word and deed, the message of the Gospel. Teach us to live the Gospel values as you did. Enlighten our minds in search of God's will. Inspire us to be a prayerful community, ever reaching out to and cherishing our neighbour. Help us proclaim God's love and live what we proclaim. AMEN.

OUR PARISH PRAYER

LET ALL THE EARTH CRY OUT TO GOD WITH JOY.

On the road to Jerusalem Jesus teaches his disciples the meaning of 'following' him. Always too few for the harvest the disciples are to carry nothing and are not to waste time in idle conversation. Their currency is 'peace' and they are to share it generously. Their message is to be simple: 'The kingdom of God is very near'.

More importantly, they are to keep their eyes of Jesus. They were called by Jesus, sent by Jesus and now they report back to him.

Not everyone will be welcoming, so rejection is part of discipleship. They are to 'carry no purse, no haversack, no sandals', i.e. not rely on material possessions or positions of authority to achieve their aims. They are to preach fearlessly even if this should upset the powerful.

Although the ambassadors of the kingdom are rejected, the reign of God is established. Peace is to replace war, healing is offered to those who suffer and demons are chained.

From Break Open the Word

† We pray in thanksgiving for Thomas Maguire, Joseph Erispe, Raymond Zahra, Bonita Fernandez, Kenneth Brodie, Ted Ploeg, Bryan Raymond Neighbour, Marcella Artico, Colleen Schow, and those who have died recently in the peace of Christ.

† We pray for all those whose anniversaries occur at about this time: Therese Marie, Philippe Marie,

Olivia Raffaut, Eugenie Barry, Marthe Marie, Guy Albert, Cipriano (Nonong) Sevilla, Marcelina Velasco,

Glen Quilley, Domenico Cotroneo, Vincent Soares, Rodney Erispe, Olive Daniels, Mavis Joseph, Harold & Alice Hobkirk, Maxima, Rufino Paran, Bonifacia and Luminado Fajardo, Lewis, Lena & Leander Pereira, Frank George, Basil Rafferty, Franco Zeccola, Giovanni Zeccola, Pagnani Roche, Alfredo Aidalgo, Pamela and Terence Thomas, Antonia, Feleciano, Marcelina and Ernesto Ramirez, Joseph Vaz, Matilda Roche,

† Please also pray for those who are sick especially: Phuong Ngo, Dominic, Virgina Collins, Ivy Benoit, Lorafe, Nestor Dela Cruz, Lise Toussaint, Sabrina D’Souza, Freddy Periera, Diu Guer, Freddy Pereriar, Sam Baron, Rudy Alveyn, Tony Fernandez, Elly O’Neill, John Partington, Nez Fernandez, John Jewell, Jordon Whitewood-Neil, Graham Harvey, Colin D’Cruz, Jenny & Bol Franklin, Theresa Landsberger, Baby Tyesha Guer Jaimie, Jean-Robert Migale, Isabelle Chauvin, Virantha & Laticia, Joyce Fernandes, Alfonso Salanga, Magdaline Ghosh, Bernard Jurgens, Noel Menuir, Sidney Fernandez, Mildred Erispe, Pedro Williams, Baby Zoe Annabella Brooks, Barry Stokoe, Kath Malone, Molly Maguire, Henri Frappier, Rita Briggs, Julia Tong, Antonio Vong, Cesar Ramirez, Teressa Teyscheney, Bernie Saldanha.

Lord, Hear Our Prayer!

Play Group - Mondays from 9.30 - 11.30am in the Small Hall Legion of Mary meet in the Gathering Space at 4.30 pm on Mondays. Charismatic Prayer Group meet in the Small Hall every Monday at 8.00pm. All are welcome. Novena - Devotions to Our Lady of Perpetual Help follows the 7.00pm Mass in the Church on Wednesdays. Italian Prayer Group meeting will be on Thursdays at 10.15am. Contact Lucy 9547 1671.

Divine Mercy Devotion every Friday 2.45 pm in the Church. El-Shaddai Multicultural Prayer Group meet every 1st Friday of the Month. Knitting Group meet in the Gathering Space every Friday from 10-12am. Sudanese Prayer Group meet every Friday evening at 6.30 in the Gathering Space. Legion of Mary meet at the Parish Centre at 10.15am on Saturdays. Sudanese Monthly Mass at 2.00pm in the Church every 3rd Sunday of the month. Friendly Hearts Group meeting 2nd & 4th Saturdays in the Gathering Space from 1-4pm.

THIS WEEK

A Special Welcome to New Parishioners to our Parish. Please enter your name and phone number in the Book in the Sacristy and a Parish Representative will visit to welcome you as soon as possible.

Disclaimer NoteWhile the minibus drivers endeavour to provide commuters with an enjoyable trip to and from St Anthony's Church to attend mass, commuters are reminded that they travel in the St Anthony's Parish minibus at their own risks. The St Anthony's Parish and/or the voluntary minibus drivers accept no responsibility or liability whatsoever resulting from any injury or any other accident that may occur during a trip while travelling in the St Anthony's Parish minibus.

New Rosters Rosters for Readers of God's Word and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are now ready. Please collect your copy from the Gathering Space.

RCIABecoming a Catholic

Have you ever thought about becoming a catholic or know someone who is wondering how to go about it.Please come and attend the Enquiries Nights beginning on Tuesday, 18th of June at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre, then 25th June, 2nd & 9th July 2013.For more information please contact Sr Nga Nguyen 9546 8276. Email: srnganguyen@stanthonysparish.net

Children's Liturgy

CONFIRMATION 2013If there are any students (not attending St Anthony's School) who are in year 6 or above and would like to be confirmed this year, could they please contact Marilyn at the school on 9546 0044. Confirmation classes are held on Tuesday afternoons between 4pm and 5pm. The last class for this term will be on the 18th June. You will need to enrol by then if you wish to prepare for Confirmation this year.

SAAFE: Catholicism DVD Series

The next screening of the Catholicism DVDs will be on Wednesday 10th July at 10:30 am and 8:00pm in the Gathering Space, and that will continue over nine weeks on Wednesdays at the same times, finishing on 28th August. The following best describes the content of the DVDs: "For the first time, in breathtaking and high-definition cinematography, the truth, goodness, and beauty of Catholicism are illustrated in a multimedia experience. From the sacred lands of Israel to the beating heart of Uganda, from the glorious shrines of Europe to the bustling streets of Mexico, Kolkata, and New York City, discover the splendour of the Catholic Church with Fr. Robert Barron as he illuminates the timeless treasure of CATHOLICISM. In this unique and ground-breaking production, Fr. Robert Barron of the Archdiocese of Chicago, USA, and Word on Fire Catholic Ministries, invites us to travel with him as he embarks on a unique and awe-inspiring journey across the globe and deep into the heart of the Catholic faith. Travelling through 50 locations in over 16 countries, Fr. Robert Barron ties together culture and art, history and literature, as he unveils and explores the limitless richness and compelling beauty of the Catholic Church and its life and teaching. Experience the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture that claims more than one billion of the earth's people, and understand the full meaning of the Catholic faith.(EWTN website)" We hope to see many of you there.

Social Justice in the CityWednesday 31 July, 12pm – 1pm

St Vincent de Paul's St Francis Conference presents - Cathy Humphrey, from Community Housing Federation and CEO

Sacred Heart Mission. Topic � TBA. Tea and coffee provided.

Where: St Francis Pastoral Centre Cnr Lonsdale and Elizabeth Streets, Melbourne - Contact: Paula 9895 5800

CatholicCare Run Melbourne FundraiserSunday 21 July, 2013

Team CatholicCare is aiming to raise $20,000 at RunMelbourne this year. RunMelbourne is a fundraising event for people of all fitness levels. Support Team CatholicCare and help provide programs and services for families and individuals to reach their fullest potential.

Register: register or donate at www.runmelbourne.everydayhero.com.au/team-catholiccareContact: Sam Chisari on 9287 5519 or email: sam.chisari@ccam.org.au

“FACING THE TRUTH”For information about the Parliamentary Inquiry into the handling of child abuse by religious and other non-government organisations, Facing the Truth - the submission of the Catholic Church to the Inquiry, fact sheets and updates please refer to www.facingthetruth.org.au

The Catholic Women’s League are having a Soup Luncheon on Wednesday 10th July at 12 midday at Su Dowling’s home 86 Clarendon Drive Keysborough ph 9798 2501. $5 donation. All proceeds will go to charity.

TEST DRIVE THE BROTHERS' LIFE: An opportunity for young men (aged 18-35) to join the

De La Salle Brothers' "Challenge Program" from September 1-13, 2013, at Balgo, W.A., for faith and

service opportunities in a remote indigenous community. For further information, contact Br Tony Cummins

before Monday 5 August: anthonycummins@delasalle.org.au.

Website: delasallebrothers.com

ALTAR SERVERS' REFLECTION DAY

We will be holding a Reflection Day to celebrate the Year of Faith on 12th July 2013 for all Altar Servers and children aged 6 years and above. The day will commence at 9:30 am with

Mass and finish at 2:30 pm. Morning tea and lunch will be provided. Could you please fill in the permission slip available in the foyer and return it to the parish office by Wednesday 10th July 2013, together with a monetary donation to cover the cost of morning tea and lunch. Those who made a donation for the one we were due to have in June need not make another one.

We are looking for articles for the next Deanery Newsletter, items can be sent by email/fax/mail by the 15 July to Paddy: dandenongdeanery@live.com.au

fax 9548 1608 or at the Parish Centre. Thank you.Paddy Mc Groarty

Dandenong Deanery Resource Coordinator

WELCOME TO ST ANTHONY’S!George Raphal Feliciouz, the younger of two brothers, was born at Cannanore, now called Kannur, in Kerala, India. His mother is a retired teacher of St. Michael's Anglo-Indian Boys High School, Kannur and his late father worked on the Railways in India. He began his seminary formation in India for the Latin Diocese of Kannur (Cannanore) and after his study of Philosophy and Theology in India has opted to join the Archdiocese of

Melbourne. At present he is a sixth year seminarian for the Melbourne Archdiocese. He will stay with us for five months for pastoral exposure.

Grief Support St Anthony's Grief Support Group will next meet on Wednesday 17th July at 7:30pm in the Parish Centre. If you are struggling with grief from any loss in your life we invite you to join us on our journey where we support each other with compassion and friendship. For further information, please ring Maria Jones on 9792 4755 or 0414 520 488 (if you know of anyone who might benefit from this group, please extend an invitation).

St Anthony's Charismatic Prayer Group will meet in the Gathering space on Monday 8 July '13 at 7.00pm. Talk on the Eucharist to be continued by Rev Fr Richard Rosse followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. All welcome to attend.

St Anthony's CarnivalThe St Anthony's Carnival will take place on Saturday 16th November. The next meeting will be held on Monday 22nd July at 7pm. Any group wanting to have a stall at this year's carnival please attend. We are looking for group to run the food stalls, we would love to have a stall to represent each of the cultures in our multicultural parish. For more information please attend our next meeting. Thanks.Anthony Adaman

Children's Liturgy will not take place over the school holidays. We will be resuming on Sunday 21st July.

PETER’S PENCESPECIAL COLLECTION FOR THE HOLY FATHER

We collected $1520.00 for Peter’s Pence 2013. Thank you for your generosity and support.

THE FUNERAL MASS of THOMAS MAGUIRE will be held on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 11.00am in St Anthony’s Church.

ST ANTHONY'S YOUTH - MAILING LIST

St Anthony's Youth would like to create a mailing list of all young people of the parish aged 16 to 25, as a way to inform youth of faith-related activities that may interest

them. Youth representatives will be at the church doors after the 5.30 p.m. Mass this Sunday 7th July to take down email addresses. We would love to meet you and find out what you as a young person would like from our parish! We will visit all other Masses over the coming weeks. No commitment to any particular activity is required.

† We pray in thanksgiving for Thomas Maguire, Joseph Erispe, Raymond Zahra, Bonita Fernandez, Kenneth Brodie, Ted Ploeg, Bryan Raymond Neighbour, Marcella Artico, Colleen Schow, and those who have died recently in the peace of Christ.

† We pray for all those whose anniversaries occur at about this time: Therese Marie, Philippe Marie,

Olivia Raffaut, Eugenie Barry, Marthe Marie, Guy Albert, Cipriano (Nonong) Sevilla, Marcelina Velasco,

Glen Quilley, Domenico Cotroneo, Vincent Soares, Rodney Erispe, Olive Daniels, Mavis Joseph, Harold & Alice Hobkirk, Maxima, Rufino Paran, Bonifacia and Luminado Fajardo, Lewis, Lena & Leander Pereira, Frank George, Basil Rafferty, Franco Zeccola, Giovanni Zeccola, Pagnani Roche, Alfredo Aidalgo, Pamela and Terence Thomas, Antonia, Feleciano, Marcelina and Ernesto Ramirez, Joseph Vaz, Matilda Roche,

† Please also pray for those who are sick especially: Phuong Ngo, Dominic, Virgina Collins, Ivy Benoit, Lorafe, Nestor Dela Cruz, Lise Toussaint, Sabrina D’Souza, Freddy Periera, Diu Guer, Freddy Pereriar, Sam Baron, Rudy Alveyn, Tony Fernandez, Elly O’Neill, John Partington, Nez Fernandez, John Jewell, Jordon Whitewood-Neil, Graham Harvey, Colin D’Cruz, Jenny & Bol Franklin, Theresa Landsberger, Baby Tyesha Guer Jaimie, Jean-Robert Migale, Isabelle Chauvin, Virantha & Laticia, Joyce Fernandes, Alfonso Salanga, Magdaline Ghosh, Bernard Jurgens, Noel Menuir, Sidney Fernandez, Mildred Erispe, Pedro Williams, Baby Zoe Annabella Brooks, Barry Stokoe, Kath Malone, Molly Maguire, Henri Frappier, Rita Briggs, Julia Tong, Antonio Vong, Cesar Ramirez, Teressa Teyscheney, Bernie Saldanha.

Lord, Hear Our Prayer!

Play Group - Mondays from 9.30 - 11.30am in the Small Hall Legion of Mary meet in the Gathering Space at 4.30 pm on Mondays. Charismatic Prayer Group meet in the Small Hall every Monday at 8.00pm. All are welcome. Novena - Devotions to Our Lady of Perpetual Help follows the 7.00pm Mass in the Church on Wednesdays. Italian Prayer Group meeting will be on Thursdays at 10.15am. Contact Lucy 9547 1671.

Divine Mercy Devotion every Friday 2.45 pm in the Church. El-Shaddai Multicultural Prayer Group meet every 1st Friday of the Month. Knitting Group meet in the Gathering Space every Friday from 10-12am. Sudanese Prayer Group meet every Friday evening at 6.30 in the Gathering Space. Legion of Mary meet at the Parish Centre at 10.15am on Saturdays. Sudanese Monthly Mass at 2.00pm in the Church every 3rd Sunday of the month. Friendly Hearts Group meeting 2nd & 4th Saturdays in the Gathering Space from 1-4pm.

THIS WEEK

A Special Welcome to New Parishioners to our Parish. Please enter your name and phone number in the Book in the Sacristy and a Parish Representative will visit to welcome you as soon as possible.

Disclaimer NoteWhile the minibus drivers endeavour to provide commuters with an enjoyable trip to and from St Anthony's Church to attend mass, commuters are reminded that they travel in the St Anthony's Parish minibus at their own risks. The St Anthony's Parish and/or the voluntary minibus drivers accept no responsibility or liability whatsoever resulting from any injury or any other accident that may occur during a trip while travelling in the St Anthony's Parish minibus.

New Rosters Rosters for Readers of God's Word and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion are now ready. Please collect your copy from the Gathering Space.

RCIABecoming a Catholic

Have you ever thought about becoming a catholic or know someone who is wondering how to go about it.Please come and attend the Enquiries Nights beginning on Tuesday, 18th of June at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre, then 25th June, 2nd & 9th July 2013.For more information please contact Sr Nga Nguyen 9546 8276. Email: srnganguyen@stanthonysparish.net

Children's Liturgy

CONFIRMATION 2013If there are any students (not attending St Anthony's School) who are in year 6 or above and would like to be confirmed this year, could they please contact Marilyn at the school on 9546 0044. Confirmation classes are held on Tuesday afternoons between 4pm and 5pm. The last class for this term will be on the 18th June. You will need to enrol by then if you wish to prepare for Confirmation this year.

SAAFE: Catholicism DVD Series

The next screening of the Catholicism DVDs will be on Wednesday 10th July at 10:30 am and 8:00pm in the Gathering Space, and that will continue over nine weeks on Wednesdays at the same times, finishing on 28th August. The following best describes the content of the DVDs: "For the first time, in breathtaking and high-definition cinematography, the truth, goodness, and beauty of Catholicism are illustrated in a multimedia experience. From the sacred lands of Israel to the beating heart of Uganda, from the glorious shrines of Europe to the bustling streets of Mexico, Kolkata, and New York City, discover the splendour of the Catholic Church with Fr. Robert Barron as he illuminates the timeless treasure of CATHOLICISM. In this unique and ground-breaking production, Fr. Robert Barron of the Archdiocese of Chicago, USA, and Word on Fire Catholic Ministries, invites us to travel with him as he embarks on a unique and awe-inspiring journey across the globe and deep into the heart of the Catholic faith. Travelling through 50 locations in over 16 countries, Fr. Robert Barron ties together culture and art, history and literature, as he unveils and explores the limitless richness and compelling beauty of the Catholic Church and its life and teaching. Experience the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture that claims more than one billion of the earth's people, and understand the full meaning of the Catholic faith.(EWTN website)" We hope to see many of you there.

Social Justice in the CityWednesday 31 July, 12pm – 1pm

St Vincent de Paul's St Francis Conference presents - Cathy Humphrey, from Community Housing Federation and CEO

Sacred Heart Mission. Topic � TBA. Tea and coffee provided.

Where: St Francis Pastoral Centre Cnr Lonsdale and Elizabeth Streets, Melbourne - Contact: Paula 9895 5800

CatholicCare Run Melbourne FundraiserSunday 21 July, 2013

Team CatholicCare is aiming to raise $20,000 at RunMelbourne this year. RunMelbourne is a fundraising event for people of all fitness levels. Support Team CatholicCare and help provide programs and services for families and individuals to reach their fullest potential.

Register: register or donate at www.runmelbourne.everydayhero.com.au/team-catholiccareContact: Sam Chisari on 9287 5519 or email: sam.chisari@ccam.org.au

“FACING THE TRUTH”For information about the Parliamentary Inquiry into the handling of child abuse by religious and other non-government organisations, Facing the Truth - the submission of the Catholic Church to the Inquiry, fact sheets and updates please refer to www.facingthetruth.org.au

The Catholic Women’s League are having a Soup Luncheon on Wednesday 10th July at 12 midday at Su Dowling’s home 86 Clarendon Drive Keysborough ph 9798 2501. $5 donation. All proceeds will go to charity.

TEST DRIVE THE BROTHERS' LIFE: An opportunity for young men (aged 18-35) to join the

De La Salle Brothers' "Challenge Program" from September 1-13, 2013, at Balgo, W.A., for faith and

service opportunities in a remote indigenous community. For further information, contact Br Tony Cummins

before Monday 5 August: anthonycummins@delasalle.org.au.

Website: delasallebrothers.com

ALTAR SERVERS' REFLECTION DAY

We will be holding a Reflection Day to celebrate the Year of Faith on 12th July 2013 for all Altar Servers and children aged 6 years and above. The day will commence at 9:30 am with

Mass and finish at 2:30 pm. Morning tea and lunch will be provided. Could you please fill in the permission slip available in the foyer and return it to the parish office by Wednesday 10th July 2013, together with a monetary donation to cover the cost of morning tea and lunch. Those who made a donation for the one we were due to have in June need not make another one.

We are looking for articles for the next Deanery Newsletter, items can be sent by email/fax/mail by the 15 July to Paddy: dandenongdeanery@live.com.au

fax 9548 1608 or at the Parish Centre. Thank you.Paddy Mc Groarty

Dandenong Deanery Resource Coordinator

WELCOME TO ST ANTHONY’S!George Raphal Feliciouz, the younger of two brothers, was born at Cannanore, now called Kannur, in Kerala, India. His mother is a retired teacher of St. Michael's Anglo-Indian Boys High School, Kannur and his late father worked on the Railways in India. He began his seminary formation in India for the Latin Diocese of Kannur (Cannanore) and after his study of Philosophy and Theology in India has opted to join the Archdiocese of

Melbourne. At present he is a sixth year seminarian for the Melbourne Archdiocese. He will stay with us for five months for pastoral exposure.

Grief Support St Anthony's Grief Support Group will next meet on Wednesday 17th July at 7:30pm in the Parish Centre. If you are struggling with grief from any loss in your life we invite you to join us on our journey where we support each other with compassion and friendship. For further information, please ring Maria Jones on 9792 4755 or 0414 520 488 (if you know of anyone who might benefit from this group, please extend an invitation).

St Anthony's Charismatic Prayer Group will meet in the Gathering space on Monday 8 July '13 at 7.00pm. Talk on the Eucharist to be continued by Rev Fr Richard Rosse followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. All welcome to attend.

St Anthony's CarnivalThe St Anthony's Carnival will take place on Saturday 16th November. The next meeting will be held on Monday 22nd July at 7pm. Any group wanting to have a stall at this year's carnival please attend. We are looking for group to run the food stalls, we would love to have a stall to represent each of the cultures in our multicultural parish. For more information please attend our next meeting. Thanks.Anthony Adaman

Children's Liturgy will not take place over the school holidays. We will be resuming on Sunday 21st July.

PETER’S PENCESPECIAL COLLECTION FOR THE HOLY FATHER

We collected $1520.00 for Peter’s Pence 2013. Thank you for your generosity and support.

THE FUNERAL MASS of THOMAS MAGUIRE will be held on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 11.00am in St Anthony’s Church.

ST ANTHONY'S YOUTH - MAILING LIST

St Anthony's Youth would like to create a mailing list of all young people of the parish aged 16 to 25, as a way to inform youth of faith-related activities that may interest

them. Youth representatives will be at the church doors after the 5.30 p.m. Mass this Sunday 7th July to take down email addresses. We would love to meet you and find out what you as a young person would like from our parish! We will visit all other Masses over the coming weeks. No commitment to any particular activity is required.

First Reading: Isaiah 66:10-14

A reading from the prophet Isaiah

Rejoice, Jerusalem, be glad for her, all you who love her! Rejoice, rejoice for her, all you who mourned her! That you may be suckled, filled, from her consoling breast, that you may savour with delight her glorious breasts. For thus says the Lord: Now towards her I send flowing peace, like a river, and like a stream in spate the glory of the nations. At her breast will her nurslings be carried and fondled in her lap. Like a son comforted by his mother will I comfort you. And by Jerusalem you will be comforted. At the sight your heart will rejoice, and your bones flourish like the grass. To his servants the Lord will reveal his hand.

The word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

Responsorial Psalm: Ps 65:1-7. 16. 20

R. Let all the earth cry out to God with joy.

Cry out with joy to God all the earth, O sing to the glory of his name. O render him glorious praise. Say to God: ‘How tremendous your deeds! R.

‘Before you all the earth shall bow: shall sing to you, sing to your name!’ Come and see the works of God, tremendous his deeds among men. R.

He turned the sea into dry land, they passed through the river dry-shod. Let our joy then be in him; he rules for ever by his might. R.

Come and hear, all who fear God. I will tell what he did for my soul. Blessed be God who did not reject my prayer nor withhold his love from me. R.

Second Reading: Galatians 6:14-18

A reading from the letter of St Paul to the Galatians

The only thing I can boast about is the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom the world is crucified to me,

and I to the world. It does not matter if a person is circumcised or not; what matters is for him to become an altogether new creature. Peace and mercy to all who follow this rule, who form the Israel of God. I want no more trouble from anybody after this; the marks on my body are those of Jesus. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, my brothers. Amen.

The word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

Gospel Acclamation: Colossians 3:15. 16

Alleluia, alleluia!

May the peace of Christ rule in your hearts,and the fullness of his message live within you.

Alleluia!

Gospel: Luke 10:1-12. 17-20

A reading from the holy Gospel according to Luke

The Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them out ahead of him, in pairs, to all the towns and places he himself was to visit. He said to them, ‘The harvest is rich but the labourers are few, so ask the Lord of the harvest to send labourers to his harvest. Start off now, but remember, I am sending you out like lambs among wolves. Carry no purse, no haversack, no sandals. Salute no one on the road. Whatever house you go into, let your first words be, “Peace to this house!” And if a man of peace lives there, your peace will go and rest on him; if not, it will come back to you. Stay in the same house, taking what food and drink they have to offer, for the labourer deserves his wages; do not move from house to house. Whenever you go into a town where they make you welcome, eat what is set before you. Cure those in it who are sick, and say, “The kingdom of God is very near to you.” But whenever you enter a town and they do not make you welcome, go out into its streets and say, “We wipe off the very dust of your town that clings to our feet, and leave it with you. Yet be sure of this: the kingdom of God is very near.” I tell you, on that day it will not go as hard with Sodom as with that town.’The seventy-two came back rejoicing. ‘Lord,’ they said, ‘even the devils submit to us when we use your name.’ He said to them, ‘I watched Satan fall like lightning from heaven. Yes, I have given you power to tread underfoot serpents and scorpions and the whole strength of the enemy; nothing shall ever hurt you. Yet do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you; rejoice rather that your names are written in heaven.’

The Gospel of the Lord.Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.

LITURGY OF THE WORDLITURGY OF THE WORDLITURGY OF THE WORD