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Dear Parishioners, 1. Death When someone we know is diagnosed with serious sickness, we are shocked; and so is the sick person, as we all take in the possibility that he might die. There is something perplexing about this reaction, isn’t there? None of us is getting out of this life alive. And it is foolishness to think that we do not know the time of our death. It is sometime between now and the time when you would be 110 years old. (Who lives past 110?) So death is inevitable, and we know at least roughly when it will come. The closer you get to 110, the closer it is—though, of course, we also know that you could get hit by a bus today. Rats!, you might think, this is a truly depressing thought. Why call it to our attention? It is better to be shocked and surprised when it comes. But listen to the Second Reading. What does it say? When death comes, this is what it brings: Our Lord himself comes to encourage you to weep over all the hardship of your past life, and then he himself wipes those tears away from your eyes. And there is not only a new heaven, but also a new earth. What do you expect from earth? Well, earth isn’t disembodied. Earth is earth –dirt, plants, animals, the whole thing that God created when he created earth, as Genesis explains it to us. Only this time there will be no pain and suffering. So there may be great sea beasts, as Genesis says (Gen.1:21), but they won’t hurt anything; and neither will any of the other animals. If you want to play with lions, what’s to stop you? In fact, even humans won’t hurt anything, in that great and wonderful time. Now that is a thought hard to take in, isn’t it? But, in that new earth, you can be yourself, open, vulnerable, and still totally safe and at ease, because the people around you won’t hurt anything— not you either. And all of this is wrapped up in the tender love of the Lord. He himself will welcome you to this new world and to himself by telling you, “Come away, beloved. The winter is past; the flowers appear on the earth!” (Song of Songs 2:10-12) That joy begins on the other side of death. What is there to fear about this? 2. Working With Children Checks As mentioned previously every 'volunteer' must obtain a Working With Children Check ('WWCC'). We need all Youth Group members over 18 years of age, all Children Liturgy leaders and
19th May, 2019 - Year C
FIFTH SUNDAY of EASTER
ALL HALLOWS’ PARISH CHURCH
2 Halley Street FIVE DOCK 2046
Administrator: Fr Matthew Solomon Deacon: Rev. Mr. Constantine Rodrigues [email protected] Secretaries: Elena Di Perna & Elsa Waldie
Presbytery: Monday: Closed Tues - Fri: 8.30am - 3.30pm Closed for lunch 12.30-1.30 pm
Phone: 9713 7960 Fax: 9713 5172
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.allhallows.org.au
All Hallows’ Parish School
Principal: Mrs Helen Elliott
Phone: 9713 4469 Fax: 9712 5184
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.ahpsfivedock.catholic.edu.au
Sacramental Life
Eucharist:
Saturday - 9.00am & 5.30pm Vigil
Sunday - 8.30am
Sunday - 10am Children’s Liturgy
Sunday - 6.00pm Youth Mass
Monday - 9.00am
Tues - Wed - 8.00am
Thurs - Fri - 9.00am
Lauds (morning prayer) is prayed
20 minutes before morning mass
daily. All Welcome.
Reconciliation: Saturday 9.30 - 10am & 4.45 - 5.15pm
Sick Calls: Any time - day/night. Funeral Masses: In co-operation with Funeral Directors. Exposition: Every Thursday after 9am Mass.
Celebrating FAITH, LIFE and LOVE in COMMUNITY.
especially Extra-ordinary ministers of the Eucharist to apply for a WWCC and provide details to the parish office once obtained buy the 30th May. We are preparing for our audit and need to have these records up to date. Please go on line to https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/apply-working-children-check or pop into the parish office for help. 3. Church works Now that community day has past we will be turning our attention to the renewal of our Church. Last week we patched the carpet at the entrance way to the west door. This is a temporary measure until further works are completed in the interior of the church. Our hope is that in the coming few months we will be able to paint the interior and exterior of the church and repair woodwork that needs attention. This is now possible as we have recently renewed and replaced all the lighting in the church. Presently we are still repairing and reviewing both the church roof and interior ceiling to see if they remain water proof. Please excuse any interruptions that these works may cause but it is all part of our plan to renew the physical beauty of our parish. 4. Confirmation We welcome the 80 candidates who will celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation this Sunday over 2 sessions, with Bishop Terry Brady. Please keep our candidates in your prayers. 5. Mary Help of Christians. Next Friday, 24th May the school children will join us at the 9am Mass, as we celebrate Our Lady, Help of Christians, our Patron Saint. Please make Fr Julian feel welcomed as he celebrates Masses on Sunday. God Bless Fr Matthew.
CENTENARY DATES FOR THE DIARY
Sunday 30th June
Fr Bob celebrating 10am Mass
Saturday 20th July
Fr Greg celebrating 5:30pm Mass
Saturday 24th August
Fr Salas celebrates 5.30pm Mass
Sunday 29th September
Fr Richard celebrating 6pm Mass
Friday 1st November
All Hallows Feast Day
Mass & Burial of Time capsule
Saturday 2nd November
5pm Vigil Mass & Centenary Gala Dinner
ENRICHMENT SERIES - SMALL GROUPS TO LEARN AND DEEPEN OUR FAITH
Please make sure you register your interest to attend one of our Enrichment Series / Events - Small study groups which will commence in the
next few weeks.
SIGN UP SHEETS ARE IN THE GATHERING SPACE.
The option exists for Day or Evening meetings
which will last approximately one and a half hours. Refreshments will be served and other
interested friends are most welcome. Next week, there will be a preview of the course content for the first few weeks. The sessions promise to be exciting, interesting, interactive and informative.
Our Church, disfigured by the sexual abuse
scandal, is suffering and we, her members must all play a part in renewing, strengthening and recovering what has been lost, for the sake of our own faith and that of generations to come. Haven't got the time, I hear you say - this will be the best investment of time you can make because the stakes have never been higher -
the Church needs you to help it be the beacon of light in our dark world.
"Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honoured, every part rejoices with it." 1 Corinthians 12:26-27
WE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED
In your love and concern, please pray for:-
Recently Deceased: Antonio Musolino
Mass Intentions: 18th: Sally Perri Vigil: Angelo Ciraolo& Victor Fahardo 8.30am: Aurellio Portelli & Donato Niaro 10am: Peter Fiorini, Loretta Gioia & Giuseppe La Monaca 6pm: Grazia Macaluso 21st: Sally Perri 23rd: Rose Zucco For the following ill members of our community:-
Fr Michael Kelly, Bartolo (Bob) Picone, Karen Abdallah, Theo Argy, Tony Lim,
Vincenzo La Manna, Andrew Ammendolia, Elysha Fazzalaro, Bernadette Lane, Mia Spalina,
Sarah Galleghan, Ryan Family, Kylie Lane, Judith Tetley, Anna Pezzuto, Marie Mylott,
John Vincent, Rosa Maria Santos, Belinda Briggs, Mark Bridgett, Mary Davies, Jeni Steele, Maria Iolanda Scenna, Caterina Scarfo,
Mary Pulis, Giuseppe Princi
(Names will remain on list for 1 month unless notified.)
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Kid’s Corner
Parish Involvement - Get involved!
There are so many different ministries here at All Hallows’. So many different ways that you can be more involved,
help out and meet new people.
If you are interested please collect a Parish Involvement Sheet from the gatherings
space or contact the parish office.
ALL HALLOWS' YOUTH MINISTRY - GENERATION AWAKENING
If you are between the ages of 12 - 21, the Parish of All Hallows' Five Dock invites you to join its Youth
Ministry, 'Generation Awakening (GA)'. Meetings will run weekly between 5:00pm to 6:00pm on Sundays, followed by 6pm Youth Mass. Musicians and singers
for the youth choir is also welcomed.
For any enquiries email [email protected].
Catholic Women’s League
Silver Circle
Congratulations to Week 9 winners: 1
st No. 9 M. Megna; 2
nd No. 24 E. Sidoti
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Ladies, you are welcome to join CWL members at the next meeting on
Monday 20 May commencing 10am In the Church gathering space
Tea and coffee will be provided
BAPTISMS
We welcome
Isla Mae Hansell
Gino Youxi Ding Currenti
who were baptised into our parish family
of All Hallows’ recently.
May God bless them and their parents.
Holy Cross College, Ryde Educating men of faith since 1891
Do you have a son starting Year 7 next year? If you are considering Holy Cross College Ryde for
Year 7 2020 and have not yet enrolled, there are limited vacancies available. Applications will close on May 31, 2019 for Year 7 2020. Please contact the
Enrolment Secretary on 9808 1033 or visit our website www.holycrosscollege.org
for more information.
St Joseph’s Prayer Group Teaching Day
Saturday, 25th May 9.45am - 3.30pm
Speaker: Fr John Ssemaganda St Joseph’s Parish Hall
126 Liverpool Road, Enfield Parking at rear of church. Enter from Baker St.
Cost: $15 Mass at 12.00pm Coffee & Tea provided
Please bring a dish for our communal lunch
Contact: Rose: 9642 2359 M: 0412 115 961 Email: [email protected]
Please bring your bible with you.
Twilight Talks
Let’s Act!
Pop these dates into your calendar:
Tuesday 6 August Let's Act On...Fast Fashion
Tuesday 3 September
Let's Act On…Food Waste
Tuesday 1 October Let's Act On…Plastic Pollution
Venue: The Grail Centre -
22 McHatton Street, North Sydney. Easy to reach via public transport.
Street parking available.
Tickets: $10 each or $30 for the entire series Contact: [email protected]
Mt Carmel Retreat Centre May Retreats
A week with the Carmelite Saints May 27 – June 2
Presenter: Fr Aloysius Rego, OCD Cost: $800 (concessions apply)
How can the Carmelite Saints guide us in our journey to intimacy with God?
Directed retreat May 27 – June 2
Cost: $800 (concessions apply) A time of reflection and prayer on your own spir-
itual journey with the help of a director.
Where: 247 St Andrews Road, Varroville Ph: 8795 3400 [email protected]
www.carmeliteretreats.com.au
Counselling available with no waitlist
Several highly qualified relationship counselling professionals have just joined our CatholicCare
team in Fairfield, Liverpool, Bankstown, Lewisham and Sydney CBD. They offer services
in family law, post-separation, parenting, domestic and family violence. Call CCareline on
13 18 19 to find out more.
‘The Devil Wears Prada’ and insights of René Girard
into human desire, rivalry and resentment. Presenters Susan Connelly (SOSJ) and Sheelah Hidden.
Where: Grail Centre, 22 McHatton St, North Sydney When: Sunday, 2 June, 2pm – 5pm
RSVP: Limited places! Alison Healey 9955 3053 or [email protected]
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Seminar - FIELDS OF COMPASSION
A spirituality of care and healing. Facilitated by Elizabeth Lee. $25. BYO Lunch.
Morning and afternoon tea provided.
Where: Grail Centre, 22 McHatton St, North Sydney When: Saturday, 22 June, 9:30am – 3pm
Contact: Alison Healey (02) 9955 3053 or [email protected]
Life & Spirituality of Eileen O’Connor, Servant of God:
Reflection Morning, Saturday 25 May 2019 Presented by Dr Jocelyn Hedley at 45 Victoria Street,
Waverley.
Please join us for Mass at Mary Immaculate Church (9:15am) followed by Input & Reflection at the
Parish Centre (10am) and a talk on Secular Franciscan Fraternity (1pm). Lunch will be provided.
It is essential to RSVP for this event. For more information or to RSVP please contact Timothy
McCarthy ([email protected]).
Positions Vacant Parish Secretary, St Catherine Labouré Parish Gymea.
Part-time position, approximately 4 days (30 hours) per week. Hours/days negotiable. For further
information please contact Anthony Spata at REACH Human Resources, on 0402 210 055.
Applications close 27 May 2019.
ACCOMODATION NEEDED Siamo una famiglia Italiana di 3 persone. Se cerca
alloggio in cambio di compagnia, auito in casa, in zona di Five Dock.
Please call Giuseppa 0449 883 124
Italian family of 3 looking for accommodation in exchange for help around the house, in the Five Dock
area. Please call Giuseppa 0449 883 124
POPE’S COLUMN
Pope Francis on St. Paul: Hard-Headed but not Hard-Hearted ‘As soon as he heard the voice of the Lord, he became like a child, letting himself be led.’ Pope Francis focused St. Paul in his May 10, 2019, homily at Mass in Casa Santa Marta in the Vatican. Reflecting on St. Paul’s character, Pope Francis called him “a forceful man” who was “enamored with the purity of the law”, saying he was “honest” and “consistent”, though he had “a difficult character”. “First of all, he was consistent, because he was a man open to God. If he persecuted Chris-tians, it was because he was convinced that God desired it. But how can that be? Never mind how: he was convinced of it. This is the zeal he carried for the purity of the house of God, for the glory of God. A heart open to the voice of the Lord. And he risked all and charged ahead. Another characteristic of his actions is that he was a docile man – full of docility – and was not hard-headed.” Pope Francis pointed out that, even though he was stubborn, St. Paul was not hard-hearted. He was “open to God’s indications”. He had incarcerated and killed Christians “with a fire inside him”, but “as soon as he heard the voice of the Lord, he became like a child, letting himself be led.” “All his convictions stayed silent, waiting for the voice of the Lord: ‘What must I do, Lord?’ And he went to that encounter at Damascus, to meet that other docile man, and let himself be catechized like a child and be baptized like a child. Then he regains his strength, and what does he do? He is silent. He leaves for Arabia to pray, for how long we don’t know. Maybe years, we don’t know. Docility. Openness to the voice of God and docility. His is an example for our life.” The Pope said there are numerous courageous men and women today who risk their lives to find new paths for the Church. “Let us seek new paths; it will do us all good. As long as they are the paths of the Lord. But charge forward in the depth of prayer, of docility and a heart open to God. This is how true change takes place in the Church, with people who know how to fight in the great and in the small.” The Christian, Pope Francis concluded, must have the charism of the great and of the small. And he prayed “for the grace to be docile to the voice of the Lord and for a heart open to the Lord; for the grace not to be afraid to do great things and the sensitivity to pay attention to the small things.”
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Head Office: 9713 1555 160 Great North Road Five Dock Email: [email protected]
Abuse is a crime. The appropriate people to deal with a crime are the police. If you – or anyone you know – have been abused, please contact the police. Alternatively, you can contact the
Safeguarding and Ministerial Integrity Office at (02) 9390 5810 or [email protected]. You may also want to speak to your Parish Priest who will be
able to provide support and guidance. The Archdiocese has a legal obligation to report crimes to the police.
THE JOURNEY CATHOLIC RADIO PROGRAM
This week on the Journey, our Gospel is John 13:31-35 and we are reminded to “love one another” Mother Hilda from the Abbey encourages us to “Trust”, Fr Dave Callaghan re-minds us to “Become What we Behold”, and Peter Gilmore, in his Living the Gospel God spot, reminds us that there are “Greater Thangs than I”. Our music as always is uplifting, vibrant and truly inspiring. Go to WWW.jcr.org.au or www.itunes.jcr.org.au where you can listen anytime and subscribe to week-ly shows by email.
Bethlehem College Ashfield Reunion
Class of 1979 (Year 12) and Class of 1977 (Year 10). Ex students are invited to attend the
Reunion at 6pm on Saturday 10th August, 2019.
Please contact Eliza Budniak at [email protected] for further details.
FR ROB GALEA
Coming Home
Australia Tour
Sunday 28 July 5pm
Southern Cross Catholic Vocational College O’Grady Centre, auditorium, Neich Parade,
Burwood Tickets available at www.frgministry.com/tickets
Aquinas Symposium 2019:
The Dominican friars of Sydney invite you to explore the wisdom of St. Thomas Aquinas
during a day symposium to be held at Notre Dame University and St. Benedict's
Church, Broadway on Sunday May 26th (10.30am-4pm).
It will commence with 10.30am Mass at St.
Benedict's followed by three presentations on the life and work of St. Thomas. The day will also include lunch and an interactive trivia
competition. The cost is by donation.
RSVP by Monday May 20th: [email protected].
De La Salle College Ashfield is currently preparing interview times for prospective Yr 7 / 2020 students. If you wish to enrol
your son at De La Salle College Ashfield, can you please lodge your enrolment application
form as soon as possible to ensure an interview time slot can be secured.
College office Ph: 9797 3200
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Frank & Tony
Ph: 9799 7688
45 Liverpool Road
Summer Hill NSW 2130
Parish Pastoral Council The All Hallows PPC want to encourage
parishioners to contact them with any ideas, suggestions and feedback.
The PPC can now be contacted via email. [email protected].
CENTENARY SOUVENIRS Available at the Piety Stall Enviro Bag - $10, Tea Towel - $10, Pen - $5, Keyring - $5
Thermo cup (various colours) - $10, Souvenir pack including all items - $30 (Save $10)
LITTLE RAYS OF SUNSHINE
Family Day Care Chrissie Conti
Early Childhood Educator
Teaching children beautiful life lessons in a Catholic based environment
Contact Chrissie on 0404 839 272 or
Catholic Bushwalking Club Are you are interested in
Bushwalking, Camping, Canyon and Ski Trips?
Apply for Membership with the CBC via website www.cbcnsw.org.au
or contact Adriana on 0422 688
ACCOMODATION NEEDED Female Pharmacist currently assigned to RPA
Hospital is looking for accommodation. Only a room is required, no washing or meals are required.
Please call Dr Anysia Den on 0418648292
if you can help
The Bishop’s Blend Looking to network with other young Catholic
professionals and learn how to live your faith in the workplace?
Then join the Most Reverend Bishop Richard Umbers, Auxiliary Bishop of Sydney on
Monday, 27 May 2019 at 7:00am at the Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Sydney for
The Bishop’s Blend, a quarterly breakfast series for young professionals.
Online booking is essential. For more information and to purchase tickets go to https://
thebishopsblendeighthedition.eventbrite.com.au or contact us at [email protected]
Prepare to reach beyond…
Communities in Myanmar, PNG, Samoa, Timor Leste, Kiribati and Kenya seek volunteers to mentor locals and build capacity. These assignments are not quick fixes. Overseas Catholic communities are inviting you to immerse yourself for 1 to 2 years. Do you have teaching, medical, business, admin or trade skills? You can give opportunity by sharing them with our global family!
Come to Discover Global Mission: Sunday May 26th @ 10:30am Aquinas Academy 141 Harrington Street, The Rocks, SYDNEY
But if you can’t make it, simply call Palms now on 02 9560 5333 or go to www.palms.org.au
WHAT’S ON
IN OUR PARISH?
Eucharistic Adoration Eucharistic Adoration will be held every
Thursday after 9am mass
Healing Mass First Friday of the month after 9am Mass
Catholic Women’s League Five Dock
3rd
Monday of month 10am in Church Gathering Space
For more information please contact Enza Ferraro on 9712 2598
Inner Wheel Club - Balmain Group 1st Tuesday of month 6.30pm - 9pm
at Five Dock RSL Club
St Vincent de Paul Society Meetings held each 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month at 6.00pm in the meeting room
connected to the garage. Contact Gerry Modini on 0418 966 247
Italian Prayer Group
Tuesday - 1pm in the Church Messa Italiana ogni ultimo martedi del mese
Enquiries: M. Mureddu 9712 2394
Choir Practice All welcome to choir practice in the Church
7.30pm every Monday. Ring Maria on 9705 1101
Italian Choir Group
Tuesday -12.30 pm in the Church
Italian Prayer Group - Thursday In Chiesa, ogni settimana dopo la messa
delle nove (9). Ogni terzo Giovedi del mese l’intenzione è per il Gruppo di Preghiera di Riparazione Eucaristica. Per informazioni:
Lucia 9713 1800 Siete tutti benvenuti!
Youth Ministry - Generation Awakening Meetings held every Sunday 5.00pm in the
hall classrooms, followed by 6pm Youth Mass for those aged 10 - 18yrs
Prayer Group Meets fortnightly at Unit 14 in the parish
MJP Units. If you would like to join please call Sr Ruth 9713 5751
Next meeting 4th June at 7.30pm.
HOME VISITS: J. Pappalardo
NURSING HOMES:
Parkview: 23 May - no visit
Russell Lea: 24 May - no visit
Bayswater Garden: May - Nives, Christina & Lucia
COUNTERS: Group 5
TRANSPORT: Michael, Margaret, Frank
ALTAR SOCIETY: Mary, Bernadette, Judy
PIETY STALL: Vicky, Eleanor, Franca, Lorraine
CHILDRENS LITURGY: Michelle P
NEXT WEEK- Sunday 26th May - SIXTH SUNDAY of EASTER
READINGS: Acts 15:1-2, 22-29; Apoc 21:10-14, 22-23; Jn 14:23-29
SATURDAY 5.30pm
SUNDAY 8.30am
SUNDAY 10am
SUNDAY 6.00pm Youth Mass
READERS
C. Campbell D. Tomasello F. Hume M. Piccolo
J. Maynard C. Grant H. Chow A. Fabro
A. Kerley M. Hutton
Intro/PF: E. O’Brien 1st & Psalm: E. Dunne 2nd: N. Rando
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION
L. Speranza D. Tomasello
R. Compantangelo M. Pignone M. Di Bella A. Di Bella
ALTAR SERVERS
Gianluca D Lola G Olivia T
Morgan Y Lucy L Samuel D
Sienna V Alexander C Joseph T
Adison B Stella F Ava M
HOME VISITS: J. Livolsi, N. Vuchich
NURSING HOMES:
Parkview: 6 June - Deacon Conti & Josie P
Russell Lea: 7 June - Robyn & Rosie
Bayswater Garden: June - Lorraine, Helen & Michelle
COUNTERS: Group 6
TRANSPORT: Maria, Robyn, Miranda, Tony
ALTAR SOCIETY: Enza, Danielle, Paola, Albertina
PIETY STALL: Mary C, Marti
CHILDRENS LITURGY: Bernadette B
Sunday 19th May - FIFTH SUNDAY of EASTER
READINGS: Acts 14:21-27; Apoc 21:1-5; Jn 13:31-35
SATURDAY 5.30pm
SUNDAY 8.30am
SUNDAY 10am
SUNDAY 6.00pm Youth Mass
READERS
C. O’ Grady D. Pettenon B. Pratelli N. Rogheto
C. Conti M. Coleman J. Mylott M. Mureddu
R. Salvato M. Angelatos
Intro/PF: O. Jacobs 1st & Psalm: M. Zol 2nd: E. Stenhouse
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNION
C. Tramonte J. Bonaddio
J. Heffernan R. Liberatore
A. Incampo D. Squadrito
N. Lazzaro C. Modini
ALTAR SERVERS
Elena G Angelina Charlotte N
Ryan D Sienna V
Isaac K Alexander C Alessia M
Luke J Stella F Ava M