Parish

FrAndrewDoohan(Parish Priest)
MrGregByrne(Pastoral Associate)
MrsSharonFowle(Administraon)
SrKathrynMcCabe(Aboriginal Catholic Ministry)

TheParish OceisattherearoftheParishHallandis
staedonWednesdayandFridayfrom10amto4pm.

33LakeStreet,ForsterNSW2428
POBox67,ForsterNSW2428
P: (02)65546304
F: (02)65546425
E: forstertuncurryparish@gmail.comor
fr.andrew.doohan@bigpond.com(Fr Andrew)
W: www.forstertuncurrycatholic.org.au

Holy Name Parish School (K6)

MrMarkMowbray(Principal)

41LakeStreet,ForsterNSW2428
POBox243,ForsterNSW2428
P: (02)65546504
F: (02)65548895
E: admin@forster.catholic.edu.au

Reconciliaon is available on Saturday mornings at

Tuncurry from 8:30am unl the beginning of the 9am
Mass,onSaturdayaernoonsatForsterfrom4:45pm
unl5:15pm,orothermesbycontacngFrAndrew.

Bapsms are celebrated on Sundays, either during

anyofourSundayMassesoraerthe9amMass.The
next Bapsmal Preparaon meeng will take place in
the Parish Halls meeng rooms on Monday 14th
October commencing at 7pm. Please contact the
Parish Oce for more details, or visit the Parish
website.

Holy HourisobservedeachTuesdayaernooninthe
Tuncurry Church from 3:30pm unl the beginning of
Massat4:30pm.
Sunday 29th September, 2013
Twenty Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C
Bridgeside Bulletin
The weekly bullen of the
Catholic Parish of Forster Tuncurry
HolyNameofJesusParishChurch
33LakeStreet,Forster
StMary,StaroftheSeaChurch
CnrKent&PeelStreets,Tuncurry
Proclaiming Christ to the communies of Forster, Tuncurry and the surrounding districts
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Weddingsarecelebratedbyarrangementandwithat
least three (and preferably more) months noce.
PleasecontactFrAndrewformoredetails,orvisitthe
Parishwebsite.

Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help is prayed

every Wednesday in the Forster church commencing
at11:15am,andisfollowedat12pmbyalightlunchin
theParishHall.

Evening Prayer & Benediconwillnextbecelebrated

on Sunday 6th October in the Tuncurry church
commencingat5:30pm.Allwelcome.

Collecon of Foodstus for Homebasewillnexttake

place on Sunday 6th October. Items can be placed in
thebasketsinthechurchesonthatday.

ItemsforinclusioninBridgeside Bullen canbesentto

theParishOceorFrAndrew,preferablybyemailor
wriennote,bymiddayonThursday.
IN voun cunni1v, rtrnsr rnnv ron:
Those recently deceased
GailBaker,RogerBurge

Those whose anniversaries occur about now:
JohnFazio

All those in our community who are sick or are in

need of our prayers.
Socint Jus1icr SuNonv Toonv!
The Australian Catholic Bishops Social Jusce
Statement for 20132014 is entled Lazarus at our
Gate: A crical moment in the ght against world
poverty. and is drawn from the Gospel reading for
SocialJusceSunday2013.

Tur Pnnisu Dinnv(for the week ahead)

Mon(30/9) 9am MorningPrayer@
Forster

Tue(1/10) 9am ChrisanMeditaon
Postponed
(Bob 6555 5914)
3:30pm HolyHour@Tuncurry
4:30pm Mass@Tuncurry

Wed(2/10) 9am Mass@Forster
9:30am SecularFranciscans
meeng@Forster
11:15am NovenatoOurLadyof
PerpetualHelp@Forster
2pm AnoinngMass@
KularooGardens
4:30pm PastoralTeammeeng
@Forster

Thu(3/10) 9am MorningPrayer@
Forster
AM Fr Andrew to Newcastle
for meengs of College of
Consultors and Council of
Priests

Fri(4/10) 9:30am Mass@Forster

Sat(5/10) 8:30am Reconciliaon@

Tuncurry
9am Mass@Tuncurry
4:45pm Reconciliaon@Forster
(unl5:15pm)
6pm Mass@Tuncurry

Sun(6/10) 7am Mass@Tuncurry

9am Mass@Tuncurry
5:30pm SolemnEveningPrayer&
Benedicon@Tuncurry
FnoM 1ur Pns1ons Drsk
ThisSundaywecommemorateSocialJusceSundayin
thelifeoftheAustralianChurch.

The formal Social Teaching of the Church dates to

1891 when Pope Leo XIII issued his encyclical Rerum
Novarum,OntheCondionofLabour,andhasfurther
developed in the intervening years with addional
encyclicals, and the statements of various Bishops
Conferencesaroundtheworld.

AlthoughthemoreformalisedbodyofSocialTeaching
hasarelavelyshorthistoryinthelifeoftheChurch
only some 122 years!the origins of that Social
TeachinggoesbacktotheearlylifeoftheChurch,and
indeed even to the Scriptures themselves, both Old
and New Testaments. It is not, as is somemes
suggested,amodernistaddiontotheChrisanFaith
asunderstoodbytheChurch.

Oen captured by the term social jusce, the

praccal living out of the Social Teaching of the
Church is the natural response to living a life in
relaonship with Jesus Christ, which itself is at the
heart of Chrisan faith. We cannot escape the Social
Teaching of the Church, nor the seeking of social
jusce,evenifwewantedto!

Wedo,however,needtobeclearaboutwhatweare
called to do in seeking social jusce. It is not simply
aboutensuringweundertakeactsofcharity,although
this is indeed part of it. Along with acts of charity
howeveristhecallforChrisans,bothindividuallyand
corporately, to idenfy and seek to remove those
thingsthatcreateinjusce.Theseactsofadvocacyare
as,ifnotmore,importantthantheactsofcharitythat
arenaturallyprovokedinanyreasonablehumanbeing
whenfacedwithinjusce.

Sowhatdoesthismeanforus?

Well, at the very least, the Social Teaching of the

Church should snap us out of our complacency, a
complacencythatcancomesimplybecausewelivein
the lucky country. We need always, however, to
rememberthatjustbecausewearenotthevicmsof
injusce it doesnt follow that injusce isnt part of
thelivesofourworldandthelivesofourbrothersand
sisters.

I would encourage you to read this years Social

JusceStatementpreparedbytheAustralianBishops,
and, having read the statement, to take the message
to heart and be prepared to speak out whenever and
whereverinjuscemightbefound.

Unlnextweek
Fr Andrew
A Ou1 Nrx1 Wrrk
Aurora hits the newsstands again next week. As
always you are encouraged to support our diocesan
magazine and buy a copy of your local paper to
receive your October edion of Aurora. The October
edionofourdiocesanmagazineAurorawillappearin
The Newcastle Herald and The Maitland Mercury on
Tuesday 1st October, in the Scone Advocate on
Thursday 3rd October and in The Muswellbrook
Chronicle,The Manning River TimesandThe Singleton
ArgusonFriday4thOctober.
CunNcr ron 9nM Mnss Nrx1 SuNonv
A reminder that the 9am Mass next Sunday (6th
October) will be celebrated at Tuncurry as part of the
AnnualBlessingoftheFleetcelebraons.

Rrcutnn Ac1ivi1irs iN 1ur Pnnisu

Secular Franciscan Fraternity
TheSecularFranciscanswillnextmeetonWednesday
2nd October, coming together for Mass at 9am,
followed by a cuppa at 9:30am and then the meeng
10am to 12 noon.

The menALIVE Groups

The morning group will next meet on Wednesday 9th
October aerthe9am Mass,whiletheeveninggroup
willnextmeetonThursday 31st October at 7:30pm.

Maintenance & Gardening Group

The next mow will be on Thursday 17th October,
starng at Tuncurry at 8am and then on to Forster,
followedbyacuppa.ContactHoward65576826.

Singing Pracce
The Singing Group is currently enjoying a well earned
break,andwillresumeonTuesday 8th October.
Aus1nntinN Cn1uotic You1u Frs1ivnt
TheAustralianCatholicYouthFesvalhopestobethe
largest gathering of Australian Catholic Youth since
SydneyWorldYouthDayin2008.

Our diocese is sending a conngent of young people

tothiseventtotakeplacefrom5th to 7th December,
andinvitesallinterestedyoungpeoplefromyear9to
theageof25toshareinthisamazingexperience.

For more informaon, contact youthministry@

mn.catholic.org.au
Mut1iCut1unnt LuNcu
TheParishTeamareintheinialstagesofplanninga
mulculturallunch.

Tables would display naonal food from various

countriesandparishionerswouldbeinvitedtosample
such food. The Team are looking for interested
parishioners who might like to be involved in this
event.Moredetailstofollow.
The 9th Naonal eConference will be held on
Wednesday 16th October dealing with the Gospel of
St John. Speakers are Fr Francis Moloney and Rev.
DorothyLee.

These Conferences are always well presented, very

informave and enriching for our faith. The
ConferencemaybeaendedinourHallfrom10:15am
ll2:30pm.BYOLunch;Tea&Coeeprovided.Please
RSVPtotheParishOce.
ExrtoniNc 1ur SrnsoNs or Gnirr
Seasons for Growth is a small group program for
Adultswishingtoexplorepersonalgriefissues.

Using the metaphor of the changing seasons,

parcipants in this 4 week program will explore the
impact of change & loss on the Physical, Emoonal,
Mental,Social&Spiritualdimensionsoftheirlives.

This program will be oered in the Parish Hall on

Thursday 31st October, and 7th, 14th & 21st
Novemberfrom10am1pm.

Bookings are essenal and can be made by

telephoning49791355.
Discovrn Srini1unt FutritMrN1 iN 1ur
HrtriNc or O1urns
Isthereadesireinyoutodosomethingmore?Would
you like to live your faith by reaching out to those in
need?

We invite you to consider joining St Vincent de Paul

Society as a Conference Member/Volunteer. All you
need is a compassionate heart and a generous spirit.
Please speak to Fr Andrew or call Central Council on
(02)49676277andjoinusinmakingadierence.
RCIA INsrnvicr Dnv
RCIA Inservice Day will be held on Saturday 12th
October 2013atCorcoranCentreMorpeth.

The day is for all RCIA parish teams. If RCIA is not

happening in your parish please consider organising
for some parishioners to aend the day. There is no
cost involved, just bring your own lunch! The day will
begin with registraon at 9:30am and will be
concluded by 3pm. RSVP is Wednesday 9 October;
please phone Loreo on 4933 7425 for more
informaon.
TunNk You rnoM AitrrN MooNrv
Thankyouforallthekindmessages,prayersandbest
wishesIhavereceivedsincecomingtoGlaicaHouse.I
thank God that I am happy living here. A special
thankstothefriendswhohelpedwithmymoving.

Pnnisu Pns1onnt AssrMntv

Any parishioner wishing to make a submission
regardingprioriesfortheParishPastoralPlanshould
address them to the Chair of the Parish Pastoral
Council. Submissions should be as detailed as is
possibleinorderforthemtobeabletoconsideredby
theAssembly.

Submissions should be received by the Council no

later than the beginning of October.
Tur BtrssiNc or 1ur FisuiNc Ftrr1
Thisyearmarksthe50thANNIVERSARYofourBlessing
of the Fleet fesvies. The Planning Commiee are
keen to organize a gathering that does jusce to this
signicanteventinthehistoryofourtown.

Aerthe9am Mass onSunday 6th October (which will

be celebrated at Tuncurry), wewillprocessdownto
theLakewhereFrAndrewwillblessallboats.

This will immediately be followed by a BBQ in John

Wright Park to which everyone is welcome. BYO
chairs, blankets and drinks. Fish, sausages and bread
allprovidedandlovinglycooked.
Pnnisu Pns1onnt CouNcit Etrc1ioNs
An elecon for ordinary members of the Parish
PastoralCouncilwilloccuronSunday 10th November.

Nominaons, in wring, should be received by the

ParishOcenotlaterthanFriday 18th October.
Rrtn1ioNsuirs CoNrrnrNcr
Is your family important to you? Is your marriage
importanttoyou?Howcanyoubehappy,contented,
fullledandsuccessfulinyourrelaonship?

The Combined Churches Mens Breakfast Commiee

is hosng this one day conference on Saturday 19th
OctoberatClubForsterwithamenonlysessionfrom
3pm to 5pm, and a 7pm to 8:30pm session open to
couples.

Thecostofthefullconferenceis$40,withapensioner
or student concession at $30 (cost includes a partner
for the evening session). The evening session is $15
perperson.

Tickets are available from Radio Rhema, Words and

WaresBookstore,andtheClubForsterrecepondesk.
Ticketsarealsoavailableatthedoorontheday.

For more informaon contact Ge Bishell (0412 681

700)orGraemeBingham(65538272).
HvMN ron 1ur BtrssiNc or 1ur Ftrr1

The Star of the Sea

Younevercrossedwatersorsleptinaboat
butsailorswhostruggledtokeepshipsaoat,
turnedtoyouMaryandaskedyoutobe
alightontheirjourneystheStarofthesea.

Ref: Ave Maria, Star of the sea,

guide me to Jesus, show him to me.
Ave Maria, Star of the sea,
guide me to Jesus show him to me.

ThechurchliketheboatofStPetergoesforth
tobringthegoodnewstothesouthorthenorth,
somemesweworrywayoutonthedeep
isJesussllwithus,isJesusasleep?

Mary,wegoonourjourneyoflife,
itshighsanditslowsanditsjoysanditsstrife,
allthatweaskwhenourjourneysaredone
istoshareinthegloryofyourblessedSon.

This hymn, wrien by our very own Paul Geraghty, is

being prepared for the upcoming celebraon of the
Blessing of the Fleet, and you may hear some of our
singing group praccing it before Masses in the
coming weeks.
VotuN1rrns WnN1ro ron 1ur Srrcint
OtvMrics iN Nrwcns1tr
CatholicCare Social Services HunterManning is proud
to be a Gold Member Business Club partner for the
Special Olympics Asia Pacic Games to be held in
Newcastle between 30th November and 7th
December,2013.

The Games are a special project that can only exist

due the commitment, enthusiasm and energy of
people who choose to take a lile me from their
busylivestomaketheworldabeerplace.

Volunteers are sll being sought to help with the

organisaon of these Special Olympics and you can
learnmoreontheGameswebsitespecialolympicsasia
pacgames2013.com

Mnss or S1 FnnNcis

Holy, Holy, Holy

Memorial Acclamaon

Great Amen





Lamb of God

Text:ExcerptsfromtheEnglishtranslaonofTheRomanMissal2010,ICEL;Music:2010,PaulTaylor.Allrightsreserved.Usedwith
permissionAustralianAgentWordofLifeInternaonal.LicenceNo.195E.
The introducon of this new musical seng,
entled the Mass of St Francis, is going well, and
provides not only a second opon for our Parish
celebraons, but will make us familiar with the
seng that is oen used at Diocesan
celebraons.

The new seng will be introduced bit by bit over
the coming weeks, and I would ask for your
forbearance as we introduce this to our Parish
celebraons.
Fr Andrew

Orron1uNi1irs Ou1sior Tur Pnnisu

Counterpoint Chamber Choir

The Choir will perform in concert at the historic St
John the Evangelist Anglican Church, Wollombi on
Sunday 29th September at 2:30pm. Tickets are $25
foradults,$20forconcessions.18yearoldsandunder
are free. Refreshments will be served in the interval.
Proceedsfromtheconcertwillaidmaintenanceofthe
heritagelistedChurchofStJohntheEvangelist.

Theology on Tap
The next Theology on Tap session will be held on
Monday 7th October at the Kent Hotel in Hamilton
commencing at 6:30pm. The guest speaker will be
Steph Unger, a singer/songwriter and teacher from
Brisbane with a passion for engaging youth in their
faith and liturgy. Visit the Theology on Tap page on
theDiocesanwebsiteformoreinformaon.

Expo for Carers

HunterNewEnglandLocalHealthDistrictHunterCarer
Support Service invites carers, families, health
professionals, service providers, teachers/assistants
and the general public to the FREE "2013 Expo for
Carers". Expo starts at 9:30am on Thursday 10th
October at Newcastle Panthers. The expo provides a
variety of resources and informaon to aid and
support family carers in their caring role. For more
informaon contact Hunter Carer Support Service by
phone (4921 4895) or email (educareadmin@
hnehealth.nsw.gov.au)

Silent Weekend Retreat

Grace: Gods selfgiving is a silent weekend retreat
to be held at St Josephs Convent, Lochinvar on the
weekendcommencingFriday 11th October.Thecostis
$175whichcoversfullresidenalaccommodaonand
meals. Singleroom accommodaon, linen supplied
and share bathrooms. For more informaon contact
Carmel Moore 0412 122 297 or carmel.moore@ssjl.
org.au

Riverlights Mulcultural Fesval

The fesval, an iconic and vibrant celebraon of
cultural diversity, will be held at Maitland Heritage
MallandRiverwalkonSaturday 12th Octoberat4pm.
Volunteers are also being sought to work at the
fesval. Please call (4934 9835) or email (riverlight
@maitland.nsw.gov.au) to help make this fantasc
communityfesvalhappen.

Catalyst for Renewal Dinner

All are invited to aend a dinner with Peter Joseph
AM on Friday 25th October at 7pm at Villa Maria
Parish Hall, cnr Mary St and Gladesville Rd, Hunters
Hill. Peter Joseph is a merchant banker and has had a
long and successful business career. His talk is tled
Moral courage? Or more of the same? The cost is
$50 per person for a delicious two course meal. RSVP
or more informaon by email (catalystforrenewal
@tpg.com.au)

Mater Graduate Nurses Annual Reunion

TheSixtySeventhAnnualReunionforMaterGraduate
Nurses will be held at Sacred Heart Cathedral,
Hamilton on Sunday 10th November. Mass is at
9:30am followed by lunch. Please nofy Chrisne
Brown (4991 1879) or Colleen Canny (4932 7611) for
luncheonbookingsattheVictorPetersSuite.

Cursillo VII World Encounter

TheWorldBodyofCursillosinChrisanity(OMCC)will
be hosng this event here in Australia for the rst
me.FormorelocalCursillistas,thiswillbeaonceina
lifeme event between Wednesday 20th November
and Sunday 24th November at St Leos University
College, Brisbane. Registraon for the Encounter is
essenal and forms are available in this diocese from
the local secretariat or John Andrews via email
(john.andrews7p@bigpond.com) or phone (4945
3428).

The New Evangelisaon

What is it and what dierence does it make? Fathers
MauriceNuandJohnFaheyGuerra,fromtheUnited
States, will be conducng a Summer School at St
Clements Retreat Centre, Galong, NSW, from 17th
24th January 2014. Maurice and John bring their
enthusiasm and experse to these quesons and we
can bring our quesons and understanding. Phone 02
6380 5222 or email info@stclement.com.au for
details.
Sin DoNnto BnnoMnN SicNro Cnickr1 Bn1
A collectors item has been donated to the Parish in
the form of a cricket bat, signed by Sir Donald
Bradman and contained in a glass case. We intend to
sellthebatoneBayatanaskingpriceof$3,000.Ifany
parishioner is interested (at this price) before we
adverse,pleasecontacttheParishOce.
Hosri1nt & HoMr Visi1s
Because of the restricons imposed by Australias
PrivacyLaws,theParishreliesonfamilyandfriendsto
inform us about those who are unwell in our
community.

If you know of anyone needing a visit or Communion

inhospitalorathomepleasecontactFrAndreworthe
ParishOce.

Wonk Hrnt1u & Snrr1v INronMn1ioN

The Diocese of MaitlandNewcastle is commied to
ensuring the health, safety and welfare of its workers
(i.e.employee,contractororsubcontractor,employee
of contractor or subcontractor, employee of labour
hire company, outworker, apprence or trainee work
experience student and volunteer), visitors and the
publicinworkplacesandalsothehealthandsafetyof
those who may be aected by its operaons. In
securing workplace health and safety, the Diocese
promises to pursue best pracce in Work Health and
Safety (WHS), full its statutory dues with regard to
WHS and through connual improvement strive to
preventinjuriesandillnessesintheworkplace.

Ifyoubecomeawareofanyhazardonparishproperty,
or suer an incident or injury while on parish
property,youareaskedtoletFrAndrewortheParish
Oce know as soon as possible in order that the
appropriatestepscanbetaken.

IfthereisanymaerconcerningWorkHealth&Safety
that you wish to raise or have considered by the
Parish, please contact Fr Andrew who will bring the
maertotheaenonoftheappropriateperson.
Pnnisu IN1rncrssonv Pnnvrn Gnour
To request prayers for someone in need of prayer
please contact Bob Cashman on 6555 5914 leaving
yournameandcontactdetails.

Bobcanalsohelpyouifyoureinterestedinbecoming
partofthisimportantministrywithintheParish.
Cn1uotic Nrwsrnrrns Avnitnntr
The Catholic Leader (Brisbane) and Catholic Weekly
(Sydney) newspapers are available at the rear of the
churchesatacostof$2each.
Ministers this Weekend... ...of the Word ...of Communion
6pmTuncurry NeilPye
MaureenStevens
FrankHayman
OwenCarroll,JeaneeGoodacre,BurnessGoodlet,
KathrynMcCabe,PaulMcFadden,MoniquePiscopo,
MargaretSmith,TonyStevens,GlenStrong
7amTuncurry CushlaDrake
EdnaTucker
CecileMalone
NormChapman,MaryGreig,GrahamGriths,Kay
Griths,TonyKnight,MarkMowbray
9amForster MargaretClack
AfravanBoxtel
SharonFowle
MichaelAmato,ElleCairnsCowan,BarbaraDolahenty,
AnneHartman,BarbaraKermode,AlanMcCarthy,Coral
McCarthy,JaneMcCarthy,PatMcCarthy
Please note: The above informaon reects the rosters as originally issued,
and doesnt take account of any swaps that may have been organised between individuals.
FnirNosuir Gnour (SrNions)
Parish Friendship Group. Our next oung will be to
Old Bar Tavern for lunch. This is always a popular
venueandwewillbeleavingfromTuncurryChurchon
Tuesday and ask you to be there by 11o,clock to
arrange transport. Call Lorraine on 65547056 if you
wouldliketocomewithus.
PntMs Aus1nntin
For52yearsPalmsAustraliahasbeensendingCatholic
volunteers to mentor and exchange skills in countries
across Asia, Africa and the Pacic. Volunteers are
needed in educaon, health, administraon,
agriculture/farming, trades and other areas. The
preparaon for 2014 placements runs from
September 27th October 5th so you need to apply
now. Or are you interested in volunteering overseas,
butarentsureifitisrightforyou?Considerjoininga
12day Encounter journey to TimorLeste or Kiriba.
Contact 02 9518 9551 or email sarah@palms.org.au
forfurtherinformaon.
PnnviNc As Jrsus Tnucu1 Us
A seminar exploring The Lords Prayer in more depth
will be held on Saturday 12th October from 10am in
theParishOceMeengRoom.Allwelcome.
CoMMuNioN 1o Sick & HousrnouNo
We are in need of Ministers of Communion of the
Blessed Sacrament to housebound people in our
outlying areas (Pacic Palms/Hallidays Point). If you
live in this area and are able to assist in this way
pleasecontactGregByrneattheoce65546304.
Do vou wnN1 1o Mnkr n oirrrnrNcr?
St Vincent de Paul Society Conference Members and
Volunteers seek to do this every day. Join us in
meeng the needs of those less fortunate within our
community.PleasespeaktoFrAndreworcallCentral
Councilon(02)49676277tondoutmore.

Oun Li1uncv Toonv

Responsorial Psalm
Response: Praise the Lord, my soul!

ItistheLordwhokeepsfaithforever,
whoisjusttothosewhoareoppressed.
Itishewhogivesbreadtothehungry,
theLord,whosetsprisonersfree.

ItistheLordwhogivessighttotheblind,
whoraisesupthosewhoareboweddown.
ItistheLordwholovesthejust,
theLord,whoprotectsthestranger.

Heupholdsthewidowandorphan
butthwartsthepathofthewicked.
TheLordwillreignforever,
ZionsGod,fromagetoage.

Gospel Acclamaon
Alleluia,alleluia!
JesusChristwasrichbuthebecamepoor,
tomakeyourichoutofhispoverty.
Alleluia!
Scnir1unr RrnoiNcs

Today Amos6:1,47
1Timothy6:1116
Luke16:1931
Monday Zechariah8:18
Luke9:4680
Tuesday Zechariah8:2023
Luke9:5156
Wednesday Exodus23:2023
Mahew18:15,10
Thursday Nehemiah8:14,512
Luke10:112
Friday Baruch1:1522
Luke10:1316
Saturday Baruch4:512,2729
Luke10:1724
Next Sunday Habakkuk1:23,2:24
2Timothy1:68,1314
Luke17:510
Oun Pnnisu Cottrc1ioNs
a)TheParish Collecon,providingfortheneedsofthe
parish and its ministry, is taken up during the
presentaon and preparaon of the gis (the
oertory).Thisistheenvelopecollecon.

b) The Diocesan Clergy Collecon, providing for the

remuneraon and support of the clergy of the
diocese,willbetakenupaercommunion(duringthe
ThanksgivingHymnorasimilarme).
RrcriviNc CoMMuNioN
So that we might receive Communion in a t and
properway,pleasebeawareofthefollowing:

When we process forward to receive Communion,

we have been asked by the Australian Bishops to
adopt a common and unied gesture of reverence
before doing so. In Australia that gesture is a bow
of the head and shoulders (GIRM, 160). Any other
formofreverence,includingagenuecon,should
thereforebeavoided.
Communion by selfinncon (selfdipping) is
neverpermied,sincewereceiveCommunionand
never take Communion. Please refrain from this
inappropriateacon.
We regret that we do not have the physical
facilies to oer communion while kneeling, and
respecully ask you to refrain from kneeling to
receive Communion while part of the procession,
since this is contrary to the nature of the
Communion procession itself. Your cooperaon in
honouring this request is very much appreciated,
andwethankyouforyourconsideraon.
SitrNcr iN 1ur Li1uncv
Weobservesilenceduringourliturgy(onSundaysand
weekdays)atthefollowingmes:

1. DuringthePenitenalAct,aerthePresiderinvites
us to prepare ourselves to celebrate the sacred
mysteriesinordertorecollectourselves;
2. During the Collect, aer the invitaon of the
PresidertoLetusprayagaininordertorecollect
ourselves;
3. DuringtheLiturgyoftheWord,attheconclusionof
the rst reading in order that we might meditate
onwhatwehaveheard;
4. DuringtheLiturgyoftheWord,attheconclusionof
the second reading in order that we might
meditateonwhatwehaveheard;and
5. DuringtheLiturgyoftheWord,attheconclusionof
the homily in order that we might meditate on
whatwehaveheard.
Li1uncicnt MiNis1nirs Ros1rns
New rosters for October and November are available
fromtherearofthechurches.
Ftowrn Ros1rn
We are in urgent need of helpers for the ower
decoraons in Tuncurry Church. Please phone the
Parish Oce on 6554 6304 if you are available to
assist.