St Bernard’s Church 4 Klumpp Rd., U.M.G.

St Martin’s Church Cnr Logan & Chester Rds

Eight Mile Plns, Bne.

St Catherine’s Church 388 Newnham Rd., Wishart.

PARISH PRIEST Fr Patrick Molony

ASSOCIATE PASTOR Fr Stephen Kumyangi

PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Trish Stapleton pa.umg@bne.catholic.net.au

PASTORAL MINISTERS VOLUNTEERS Debbie James E: cv.umg@bne.catholic.net.au

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS Pauline Thomas E: yaya.umg @bne.catholic.net.au

PARISH MANAGER Mignon Telford E: umg@bne.catholic.net.au

PARISH OFFICE Michelle Baldi Lorraine Neagle Phone: (07) 3849 7158 Emergency: 3830 5178 Fax: (07) 3849 8742 E: sec.umg@bne.catholic.net.au

Website:http://umgwcatholic.org.au/ F: Like us: http://www facebook.com/umgwparish

DEANERY www.parishes.bne.catholic.

net.au/south/index.html

ST VINCENT DE PAUL Welfare: 1800 846 643

ST BERNARD’S SCHOOL 1823 Logan Rd., U M G Phone: 3849 4800

ST CATHERINE’S SCHOOL 388 Newnham Rd., Wishart Phone: 3349 7188

CLAIRVAUX MACKILLOP COLLEGE

24 Klumpp Rd., U M G Phone: 3347 9200

NEWSLETTER 26/27 January 2019

THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME/C READINGS: Nehemiah 8:2-6, 8-10; 1 Corinthians 12:12-30

GOSPEL: Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21

Upper Mt Gravatt Wishart Parish

Guided by the Holy Spirit, we aim to be an evangelising, faith-filled parish whose members care for one another and are welcoming and inclusive.

‘The Spirit of the Lord has been given to me.’

The first part of today’s Gospel is in fact the opening sentence of

Luke where he sets out his goal, which is to give an orderly

account of recent events. Theophilus is a code word made up of

two Greek words, God and Love, so in fact Luke is writing to all

those who love God.

Having told us Luke’s goal, the Gospel then moves to chapter 4 where Jesus

announces his goal within the synagogue of his home town, Nazareth. Jesus

deliberately selects the text from Isaiah 61, so if we want to understand Luke’s story

of Jesus we need to understand this text. Jesus has a mission to the poor, to the

outcasts, the alienated, the ones society despises, the ‘down and outers’, the ones

living in darkness and pain. Jesus’ role is to tell these people, who feel most unloved

and rejected, ‘You are not despised by God; God has not rejected you.’ This is what

is meant by ‘the Lord’s year of favour.’ This year is the great fiftieth year of jubilee

liberation, when slaves are to be released, when debts are to be written off and

people are allowed to return home. Jesus says, ‘God keeps Jubilee. Your debts to

God are written off, do not let guilt and fear enslave you, come home to a welcoming

God.’

If we can understand that this is the goal Jesus announces then we will understand

why in Luke’s Gospel he spends so much time with sinners and outcasts. What

Jesus announces in Nazareth he will then live out, to the great shock of his family

and friends.

What might Jesus’ mission be for you?

Bethany: A Grief Support Group

A Ministry of Upper Mt Gravatt Wishart Catholic Parish

Our Tasks: We aim to minister to members of our parish by:

Supporting those experiencing grief

Visiting or phoning, on behalf of the parish, bereaved families, who are assured of the sympathy of the parish

Offering Hospitality by being available to provide refreshments follow-ing a funeral

Inviting next of kin to an annual prayer and afternoon tea in memory of their loved ones

Prepare and celebrate Eucharist annually on the first Saturday in No-vember to commemorate the death of loved ones

Preparing a social event ending in Advent Prayer for people who have lost a spouse during the previous twelve months

Sending a card to families on the first anniversary of death.

We do this as a team. Not everybody does everything. The jobs are shared around according to people’s time and availability. Can you lend your hand to even a small activity, eg baking for a funeral morning tea; serving a cuppa after a funeral; being part of the organising team meeting once a month. They are not difficult tasks when shared by more people. Even if you are working you might be able to bake something or make sandwiches for different occasions.

Many hands make light work!

Please call the parish office, 3849 7158, if you think you could assist in any way, or add your name to the blue sheets in each church.

Adapted from © LiturgyHelp: Dr Mary Coloe pbvm

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Upper Mt Gravatt Wishart Parish

READERS ROSTER

2/3 February 2019

Please arrive 15 mins before Mass.

NEW ROSTERS ARE NOW

AVAILABLE

St Bernard’s: Marj McCrystal, Betty

Breakspear, Kay Goldfarb; Mary

Kubainski, David Stubbs, Nathalie

Dudson; Shelley Allen, Carol Wilson,

Dick Allen; Dinah Planas, Josh Planas,

Michele Alexander.

St Martin’s: Cristy Vecchio, Mary

Campisi, Clare Collins.

St Catherine’s: Hans Cabalse, Tricia

Tully, Hannah Cabalse; Judy Rudd,

Rae Hurrell, Louisa Gough.

Parish Social Justice,

Lifelong Learning and

Share Our World Group

Welcome to 2019 and thank you for your support in 2018, especially your generosity with all our collections and support for the various agencies. This year, we are looking at doing things differently and extend a warm invitation for all in our community to get involved. Justice is an integral part of our Christian faith and we are called ”to act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with our God”. (Micah 6:8).

Our aim is to focus on one of the Catholic Social Teaching Principles each month. On the first Sunday, we will inform you of the principle that will be our focus at our monthly meeting. (2nd Thursday of the month at 7pm, St Bernard’s). We hope that interested parishioners will attend so that together we can unpack the principle and look at ways that we can be involved in bringing about justice for others.

We would love to grow our group and share the wisdom of others.

Our first meeting on 14 February will look at the Catholic Social Teaching: Respect for Human Dignity, particularly focussing on the aged/elderly in our community.

Everyone can make a difference through prayer, action or support of

our activities. Further information: Anne George 0438 552 996.

‘IWill Be With You’

A Retreat for over 65’s

Our over 65’s are invited to join us for a morning of reflection, prayer, friendship and early lunch on Wednesday 20 February, 9.30 am-12.00 pm. Check your calendars! Cancel anything else! This is a special time for YOU. (Matt 28:20). We will need numbers for catering so please call 3849 7158 or email

pa.umg@bne.catholic.net.au.

Parish Pastoral

Council 2019

Happy New Year and welcome back to what looks like a very promising year.

The PPC will meet on January 30, at 7.00 pm to review 2018 and plan

for the year ahead.

We will be setting goals for the coming year and ask if you have anything you would like to add to the conversation. Please contact the Chair, Allan James or any of the PPC members.

We have received the resignation of Robert Baldi who is stepping down for work reasons. Robert has contributed enormously to our parish and will continue to do so but not in the formal capacity as PPC member or Chair of the St Bernard’s Community Meeting. We thank him for his generosity and wish him well in the future.

Journeying in

Faith

Please keep our Catechumens Barbara and Lewis and candidates Kevin and Sally, in your prayers as they journey towards full Initiation at Easter.

May the Holy Spirit walk with them as they discern and engage in their relationship with God, themselves

and you, their community.

Parents of 7+

year olds

Would you like your child to be part of the Sacramental Program in the second half of

the year?

Parents of all children, 7 years and older, are invited to register them for the Sacramental Program at any time of the year. However, for children to be part of the group in the second half of this year they need to be registered now. There a re many ch i l d ren f rom approximately 14 schools within our parish who are involved in our Parish Sacramental Journey.

If any children are not yet Baptised for any reason, please contact the parish office to speak to us. At least one parent must be Catholic. Both Fr Pat and Trish are happy to talk to you about the process and

assist you in any way.

Are you

interested in the

Catholic Faith?

We encourage you to

ask that question!

All are welcome. Come as you are and continue your faith journey to find out if you would like to be part of our community.

Check in with Trish in the parish office 3849 7158.

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WE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED Especially Brenda Burke (mother of

Gay Campbell & Lorraine Andrew),

Claire Manthey (sister of Des Knight),

Jill Hackett, Allan Randell, Kim Chang,

Brian Cannon, Joe Cox, Bristarr

Betham, Fernando de Jesus, Margaret

Fowke, Paul Dwyer, Glen Andrews,

John Keogh, Sr Bernardi Mayo, Helene

Vial, John Cummins, Richard Mahoney,

Terry Lomax and Peter Schilk who have

died recently, also Des Coglan, Lorenzo

Sabutina, Dr Hilary & Cleta De Souza,

Laura Sim, Gus Sim, Rita Galea,

Charles & Scott Sullivan, Simon Tinh,

Mike Karageorge, Morgan Keane, Ross

Mangano, John Thorsen Snr., Norma

Cantrell, Barry McGowan, Pam Visser,

Beryl Moore and Craig Reutens whom

we remember.

BESIDE RESTFUL WATERS CHARISMATIC GROUP Our Charismatic Group begins the New

Year with praise, worship and support

next Wednesday 30 January at

7 pm, in St Bernard’s Church.

Maureen has decided to have a break

and Gail will now be the contact person.

Ph: 3342 2255, (M) 0423 914 092,

creswellg@optusnet.com.au.

CONGRALTUATIONS Bless ings to Florence

Reynolds, of Arcare, Eight

Mile Plains, who turns 100

years old on Australia Day. We wish

her health and happiness in the future.

SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB Thursday 7 February 2019

Bus departs St Bernard’s, 8.30 am

Come along on our bus trip to

Highfields Pioneer Village outside

Toowoomba. Explore the heritage

buildings and vintage machinery. Billy

tea and damper for morning tea, and

BBQ lunch. We then head to the

Chocolate Cottage. Cost $60, includes

m/tea and lunch. Bookings and info. Sue

3349 8198/0488 498 198.

CATHEDRAL GUIDES AND WELCOMERS You are invited to an information

session on Thursday 7 February at

10.30 am to discover the delights of

volunteering with the Cathedral Guides

& Welcomers. A comprehensive

training program is offered. Contact the

Upper Mt Gravatt Wishart Parish

Cathedral on 3324 3030 or email

deveryc@bne.catholic.net.au, by Friday

25 January 2019.

HeartFIT Get Fit for Life.

This fitness program has recommenced

in our parish for 2019. Improve your

strength, balance, bone density and

confidence. Exercise at your level -

Gentle to moderate.

St Bernard’s Aspinall Centre:

Mondays 11.30 am - 12.30 pm (not

public holidays)

Fridays 10 am - 11 am.

Contact Bruce 0408 740 543.

UPPER MT GRAVATT WISHART PARISH CARAVAN CLUB Their proposed outings for

2019 to include:

Outback Spectacular Dinner

Redland Museum & Theatre

Kingscliff Beach

Big trip Central Australia

Kilkivan Bush Camp

Dairy—Beaudesert

Big Sky Gourmet Trip

Dicky Beach

If you are interested in joining the club

new members are most welcome.

President: John & Elizabeth Jansen

(P) 3162 9820 (M) 0421 580 477.

DATE CLAIMER Sunday 24th February, St Thomas’

Catholic Church Camp Hill. 2019

Retreat Day and Prayers for Healing

with Fr Ken Barker, Missionaries of

God's Love, commencing with Mass at

11 am, followed by a book launch of Fr

Ken’s most recent book “Go Set The

World on Fire”, finishing 3.30 pm.

Experience the dynamic words and

spiritual wisdom of Order Founder and

Author. BYO lunch, drinks provided.

Paul 0417 104 460/Frank 0405 514 929.

CHRISTIAN HEALING MINISTRIES CCR Brisbane Healing Prayer Centre

will be offering training on Healing

Prayer Level 1, at CCR Brisbane

Centre, 688 Nudgee Road, Northgate

(in the grounds of St. John’s Catholic

Church).

This level 1 course will be completed

over 3 full Saturdays and participants

are expected to attend all 3 days -

Saturday 23 March 9.30 am - 5 pm

Saturday 27 April 9.30 am - 5 pm

Saturday 25 May 9.30 am - 5 pm

Details, fees and registration, http://

www.ccrbrisbane.org.au/News/

PrayerTrainingLevel1_2019Notice.pdf,

or phone 0432 968 892.

POSITION VACANT Position Vacant –

Parish Secretary Applications are open

for a position at the Goodna Parish.

Part time fixed term contract for 12

months for the position of Parish

Secretary working 24 hours a week.

Position closes 31 January 2019.

Position vacant—Admin/Finance

Officer Applications are open at the Sandgate

Brighton Parish, for a part time

position of Administration/Finance

Officer for 3 days per week (24 hours).

Position closes 15th February.

For additional information, please visit

the Archdiocese of Brisbane website

https://brisbanecatholic.org.au/ and to

careers.

CATHOLIC LEADER Aussie flags lead the way for

Australian pilgrims into Panama

for World Youth Day 2019

Christian Brothers gather at St

Joseph’s Gregory Terrace to give

thanks for their time in East Timor

as they withdraw from the country

Parents start charity following the

death of their son from drugs at a

music festival.

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MASS TIMES 28 January - 3 February 2019

St Bernard’s:

Tues: 9.15 am

Wed. No Mass

Thurs. 7.00 am

Fri. 8.00 am

Sat. 5.00 pm - Vigil

Sun. 7.00 am, 9.30 am, 6.15 pm

St Martin’s:

Fri. 9.30 am

Sunday 8.00 am

St Catherine’s:

Mon. 9.15 am

Wed. 7.00 am

Sat. 6.15 pm Vigil

Sun. 8.30 am

RECONCILIATION St Bernard’s - Saturday 4.15 pm

DENOTES CHANGE

THIS WEEK Mon. 28 January – St Thomas Aquinas

Australia Day Holiday - Public holiday.

Heartfit - Not Australia Day holiday.

SVDP Meeting - 5 pm, St C’s Community Ctre.

Tues. 29 January 2019 Craft Group - 10 am, Aspinall Centre.

Wed. 30 January 2019

School Term 1 - Begins for pupils.

Beside Restful Waters Charismatic Group -

7 pm, St Bernard’s Church.

Parish Pastoral Council Meeting - 7 pm, St

Bernard’s Community Centre.

Thurs. 31 January - St John Bosco

Play Group - 9.15 am, St Bernard’s Community

Centre.

Friday 1 February 2019

Mass - 8.00 am, St B’s; 9.30 am, St Martin’s.

Play Group - 9.30 am, Fr Rosenskjar Hall.

Heartfit - 10 am, Aspinall Centre.

Upper Mt Gravatt Wishart Parish 3rd SUNDAY IN ORD. TIME/C - 26/27 January 2019

♫ PROCESSIONAL: GATHER YOUR PEOPLE

Ref: Gather your people, O Lord. Gather your people, O Lord. One

bread, one body, one spirit of love. Gather your people, O Lord.

1. Draw us forth to the table of life: brothers and sisters,

each of us called to walk in your light (Refrain)

2. We are parts of the body of Christ, needing each other, each of the gifts the Spirit provides. (Refrain)

Text & music : Hurd, Bob. © 1991 OCP Publications ONE LICENSE #A-641326

FIRST READING: Nehemiah 8:2-6, 8-10 RESP. PSALM: YOUR WORDS, LORD, ARE SPIRIT AND LIFE

Response: Your words, Lord, are spirit and life.

1. The law of the Lord is perfect, it revives the soul. The rule of the Lord is to be trusted, it gives wisdom to the simple. R/

2. The precepts of the Lord are right, they gladden the heart. The command of the Lord is clear, it gives light to the eyes. R/

3. The fear of the Lord is holy, abiding for ever. The decrees of the Lord are truth and all of them are just. R/

4. May the spoken words of my mouth, the thoughts of my heart, win favour in your sight, O Lord, my rescuer, my rock. R/

Text: Ps 18 Excerpts from the English translation of Psalm responses from lectionary for Mass © 1997. The Grail. Music: © Colin Smith Willow Pub. ONE LICENSE #A-641326.

SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 12:12-30 ♫ GOSPEL ACCLAM: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia! The

Lord sent me to bring Good News to the poor, and freedom to pris’ners. Alle, Alleluia! Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia!

Text: Excerpts from the English Translation of The Roman Missal © 2010

ICEL. Music: Mason, Paul © 2004 Willow Pub. ONE LICENSE #A-641326

GOSPEL: Luke 1-4; 4:14-21

♫ EUCHARISTIC ACCLAM: We proclaim your death O Lord, and

profess your resurrection, until you come again. Excerpts from the English Translation of The Roman Missal © 2010

♫ COMMUNION: ONE BREAD, ONE BODY

Refrain: One bread, one body, one Lord of all. One cup of blessing

which we bless. And we, though many, throughout the

earth, we are one body in this one Lord.

1. Gentile or Jew, servant or free,

woman or man, no more. (Refrain)

2. Many the gifts, many the works,

one in the Lord of all. (Refrain)

3. Grain for the fields, scattered and grown,

gathered to one for all. (Refrain) Text: Based on 1 Cor 10:16-17 12:4 Gal 3:28. The Didache 9. Text & Music: John B

Foley sj New Dawn Music. ONE LICENSE #A-641326

♫ SONG OF PRAISE: WE ARE MANY PARTS

Refrain: We are many parts, we are all one body,

and the gifts we have we are given to share,

may the Spirit of Love make us One indeed, One, the Love that we share,

One, our hope in despair,

One, the Cross that we bear.

1. God of all, we look to you, we would be your servants true, let us be your love to all the world. (Refrain)

3. All you seekers great and small, seek the greatest gift of all, if you love, then you will know the Lord. (Refrain)

W & M: Haugen, Marty © 1980 GIA Pub. ONELICENSE #A-61326.

♫ RECESSIONAL: WE REMEMBER

Ref: We remember how you loved us to your death,

and still we celebrate, for you are with us here;

And we believe that we will see you when you come,

in your glory, Lord, we remember, we celebrate, we believe.

3. Christ, the Father’s great “Amen” to all the

hopes and dreams of ev’ry heart; Peace beyond

all telling, and freedom from all fear; (Refrain)

4. See the Face of Christ revealed in ev’ry person

standing by your side; Gift to one another, and

temples of your love; (Refrain) Text & Music: Haugen, Marty© 1996 OCP Publications. ONE

LICENSE #A-641326

4th SUNDAY IN ORD TIME/C

3 February 2019

READINGS: Jeremiah 1:4-5, 17-19; 1 Corinthians

12:31 – 13:13 . GOSPEL: Luke 4:21-30.