Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Sunnybank & Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Acacia Ridge Acacia Ridge, Algester, Archerfield, Calamvale, Coopers Plains, Kuraby, Macgregor, Parkinson, Robertson, Runcorn, Stretton, Sunnybank, Sunnybank Hills  Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 121 Mains Road, Sunnybank  Our Lady of Fatima Church, 350 Mortimer Road, Acacia Ridge Parish Office (adjacent to OLOL Church, Sunnybank) Monday to Thursday, 8.30 am - 4.00 pm; Friday 9.00am - 4pm. Ph: 3345 3766 Fax: 3344 3343, Mass Times: 3345 1831 Post: PO Box 32, Sunnybank, QLD 4109. Web: www.olol.com.au Email: sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Deanery website: http://www.parishes.bne.catholic.net.au/south/ 13th October 8:15 am 8:30 am 6:30 pm Morning Prayer - S/bank Mass - Sunnybank Rosary - Acacia Ridge Tuesday 14th October 8.15 am 8.30 am 9-11 am 6:30 pm 7.00 pm Morning Prayer - S/bank Mass - Sunnybank Bible Study - Media Rm Sunnybank Rosary - Acacia Ridge Silent Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament - S/bank Wednesday 15th October St Teresa of Jesus (Avila) 8.15 am 8.30 am 9:00 am 6:30 pm Morning Prayer - Sunnybank Mass - Sunnybank Rosary for world priestsSunnybank Rosary - Acacia Ridge Thursday 16th October 8.30 am Mass - Acacia Ridge 8.45 am Morning Prayer - Sunnybank 9.00 am Mass - Sunnybank 6:30 pm Rosary - Acacia Ridge 7.30 pm Meditation Media Rm Sunnybank Friday 17th October St Ignatius of Antioch 8:15 am 8.30 am 9.30 am 9.45 am 6:30 pm Morning Prayer - Sunnybank Mass - Sunnybank Benediction - Sunnybank Legion of Mary - Media Rm Rosary - Acacia Ridge Saturday 18th October St Luke, evangelist 10.30 am Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help - Sunnybank 11.00 am Reconciliation - Sunnybank 2.30-5 pm Catholic Charismatic Prayer (Our Lady of Guadalupe) in Spanish Media room - Sunnybank 5.00 pm Reconciliation 6.00 pm Mass - Sunnybank 6:30 pm Rosary - Acacia Ridge Sunday 12th October 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time 6.30 am 8.00 am 9.00 am 9.15 am 10.30 am 11.30 am 6.00 pm 6.30 pm Mass - Sunnybank Mass - Sunnybank Mass - Acacia Ridge Mass - Sunnybank Mass - Sunnybank Mass - (Spanish) - A/Ridge Mass - Sunnybank: Youth Rosary - Acacia Ridge Fr Dan Ryan (Parish Priest: Sunnybank; Administrator: Acacia Ridge) Fr Noyichan Mamoottil MCBS (Associate Pastor) Fr Peter Kavumpuram MST (part time Associate Pastor, part time chaplain to Syro-Malabar Community). 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A 12th October 2014 This week’s diary Monday Priests (After Hours Emergency Only: 3345 3498) Dear Parishioners The first of our Child Safety Workshops is being held this Wednesday, 15th October, 9:15 am to 12:45 pm in the Paloma Centre. There will be other workshops at the end of the year and early next year. Any of our Parishioners working with children or vulnerable adults are expected to attend a workshop. This includes our Eucharistic Ministers who take Communion to people in their homes or nursing homes, Children's Liturgy of the Word leaders, youth ministry leaders, altar server trainers, sacristans, Parish staff members, Parish Council members and Care and Concern members who visit vulnerable people in their homes. There is also a Child Safety Workshop at Upper Mt Gravatt Parish in the Aspinall Centre on Thursday 16th October 9.15 am - 12.45 pm and Tuesday 21st October 6.30 pm - 9.30 pm. As an Archdiocese we are committed to protecting and supporting children and vulnerable adults. Please let the Parish office know if you are attending this Wednesday. We had a wonderful Marriage Anniversary Mass on Friday evening. Fifteen couples renewed their marriage vows ranging from 65 years married to 5 years married. It was a great night and a big thank you to our Welcoming Committee for arranging and serving the supper after Mass. Anyone who has lost a loved one or friend over the last 12 months is invited to our annual Memorial Mass on Saturday 8th November at 11 am. Could you please contact the Parish office and let us know the name of your loved one or friend who you'd like to be remembered. The Parishioners at Acacia Ridge will notice some work being carried out on our property on the corner of Mortimer Road (beside the green house). There is a large commercial sign being erected. This is a commercial venture agreed to by the Parish and will contribute $1000 a month to the Acacia Ridge Parish expenses. The sign will be completed over the next few weeks. The plans for the refurbishment of Our Lady of Lourdes Church are now sitting on some desk in the Council. If you know someone in the Council who can assist us in processing our plans please let me know. We continue to pray for the success of the Synod on the Family in Rome and also pray for peace and tolerance in our world. Have a good week everyone. Fr Dan. Next Sunday: 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time: Isaiah 45:1, 4-6, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5; Matthew 22:15-21. Reflections on the Readings for 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A Introduction Today, we recall God as the gracious host welcoming all humanity to the banquet of the divine kingdom. The invitation needs our ‘yes’, something to be renewed in our daily lives. First Reading: Isaiah 25:6-10a We hear Isaiah’s vision of the Lord’s promise for all peoples centred on Mt Zion: to share in the divine banquet, to bring salvation and the conquest of suffering and death. Second Reading: Philippians 4:12-14,19-20 Paul rejoices in God’s power and strength at work in his poverty and weakness. Gospel: Matthew 22:1-14 Jesus tells the parable of the wedding feast with its open invitation and call for personal response. Aus. Christian Meditation Community Qld invites you to join us for a QUIET DAY When: Saturday 18 October 2014. 9.30am – 2.30pm. Morning tea 9.30, BYO lunch Where: The Fort. 199 – 219 Fort Road, Oxley Suggested donations: $10 Save our Earth: Please bring your own cup/mug Queries: Johanna Lawrence. (h) 3314 1404. (m) 0432 327 666 Johannal1@optusnet.com.au The day will include meditation, teaching and quiet times for personal reflection. ALL WELCOME. All Hallows Past Pupils Association: invitation to the Annual Mass for deceased past pupils and staff, held in Chapel at 10.30 am, Saturday 1st November 2014, followed by morning tea in Loreto Hall. $15 per head. Registration and payment can be made by visiting the AHS website www.ahs.qld.edu.au<http//www.ahs.qld.edu.au under EVENTS. Information: Lenore Thompson 3831 5632 The Catholic Leader proudly presents The Community Leader Awards For information see the flyer on the notice boards. Nominations close on October 31. Visit www.catholicleader.com.au/awards2014 to nominate and purchase your ticket or call our office on 3336 9382. Centenary of St Teresa of Jesus (of Avila) St Teresa was born 28th March 1515. A year of celebrations marks this event from 15 October 2014 to 15th October 2015. You’re invited to the Carmelite Monastery, 287 Wellington St, Ormiston Centacare Albert River Community Farm Sunday 19th October 2014, for the opening of this 644 Stanmore Road, Yatala centenary year. will be holding a plants and orchid sale on Saturday Books and souvenirs available. 10.30 Mass. 18th October, 7 am until 2 pm. BYO lunch and enjoy a picnic in the grounds. 2.30 Exposition, prayer and song. FREE ENTRY Clairvaux MacKillop College Accepting enrolments for Years 7 - 12 for 2015 to 2017. For further information please contact our Enrolments Officer on 3347 9223 or email GomF@cvmck.edu.au For information or to book a site phone 5546 4841 or email ccs.yatalafarm@bne.centacare.net.au There will also be a Giant Car Boot Sale on the site at the same time. There are flyers on the notice board about both sales. Would Would you like to get involved by volunteering with Caritas?you like to get involved by volunteering with Caritas? Caritas is looking for volunteers to get involved in various activities in and around Brisbane. Do as much or little as you are comfortable with. Please email Joseph Foley at josephf@caritas.org.au or call on 0428 259 439 OUR PARISH AND LOCAL NEWS Your Prayers Are Asked For: the recently deceased: Philip Doonan, Anna Hoffman, Franca Matesa, Patrick Miranda, Melvin Nochez, Aldo Rivolini, Corazon Sanfernando, Ailsa Thompson. those with anniversaries & others who have died: Elizabeth Goddard, Roy de Souza, Patrick Kenny, Le Lam, Josip Matesa, Janice McCaba, Anne McCoy, Flordeliz Morales, Kevin Murphy, Ruben Salonga, Irene Szalay, Thang, Januaria Verdeflor. Le those who are unwell: Kath Adams, Myriam Adolphie, Nita Anthony, Eva Baker, Maria Baptiste, Diego Barake, Marta Barake, Orlando Barake, Elizabeth Boase, Barry Bobart, Janie Booth, Noel Brady, Andrew Callan, Margaret Campell, Jeremy Carroll, Betty Catchlove, Anthea Chase-Currier, Clarisa Chase-Currier, Jaclyn Cho, Robyn Clark, Hilary Collins, Noel Combey, Lowell Cruz, Davies family, Angeles Denoyo, Mary Dixon, Ljerka Doslovic, Maureen Eastgate, Edward, Ena, Catherine’s family, Nerio Felixberto, Tony Fiore, Bernard Fellowes, Flavia, Jan Fooks, Lorraine Garrigan, Ivan Golik, Mary and George Goode, Margaret Goves, Caitlin Hackett, Hall family, Les Haydon, Antonio Henriquez, Pam Henry, Geoff Ives, Anne Jensen, Karen Jensen, Marilyn Jones, Blanche Keil, Baby Luka Kello, Rosalie Kelly, Graham Kelly, Pat Knight, Istvan Kovacs, Piroska Kovacs, Milagros Mallari, Margaret, Pat Marot, Anton Martil, Bridget Martysen, Mika Matesa, Danica Maydanski, Vince McCahon, Milo’s family, Catherine Miller, Zeljko Miocevic, Ivan and Manda Miocevic, Julie-Ann Mortinovic, Jim Neehouse, Laurence O’Donnell, Pat O’Leary, Desmond O’Reilly, Wendy Palmer, Perkovic Family, Ivan Perkovic, Peter, Mijo Prevolsek, Jan Powell, Vivian Pin, Pero Prgomet, Jenny Reed, Suzi Reis, Tricia Ryan, Lisa Russell, Sarina, Rose Say, Sharni, Vera Silva, Julanne Slater, Sullivan family, Maria Surdo, Teresa, Terube Maen Tebitara, Shirley and Martin Tyquin, Bill Van der Zant, Jessica Vasen, Marie Vlieg, Emma Weatherley. Cuppa at Our Lady of Fatima Church: after Mass next Sunday, 19th October. Please bring a plate of food to share, and stay and socialise with your fellow parishioners. Everyone is welcome. MASS OF REMEMBRANCE The annual Mass of Remembrance for those who have family who have passed away in the past year will be held in Our Lady of Lourdes Church on Saturday 8 November at 11:00am. A morning tea will follow the Mass on the side verandah of the church. A family member will be invited to carry a rose to the altar during the Mass. This rose will be provided by the parish. The name of your loved one will also be included in a special Litany. Please contact the Caring Coordinator at the Parish Office on or before 31 October if you wish to participate because roses need to be ordered for the Mass. Aria Angels Term 4 Dates Wednesdays: October 15, 22 and 29; November 5, 12, 19 and 26. Time: 9am for 9.30am start - 11am Place: Our Lady of Lourdes 121 Mains Rd Sunnybank. Cost $5.00 For further information contact Anne Scott 0419 642 490 St Thomas More College Enrolment Open Day Session &Tour: Tues 28 October 9am - 4:15pm Bookings recommended by: 24 October Phone 3323 4600 (Mrs Sharne Davies) Email: admin@stmc.qld.edu.au Soubirous Place Trivia Night 24th October 7 pm for 7.30 start Jacaranda Room, Paloma Reception Centre $10 each or $25 per family To book a table phone 3344 3481 Please bring a plate for supper. Tea and coffee provided. See flyer on Church noticeboards. Sacramental Program 2015 Families who have children in Year 3 and upwards next year are invited to celebrate the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Confirmation. Please access the Parish website on olol.com.au and visit the “Sacramental Program” under the heading “Sacraments”. The program will begin with an interview with Sr Stella. You will need to phone the Parish Office on 3345 3766 to arrange your interview. Interviews start at the beginning of November. Phone soon to ensure that you get the time which suits you best. SUNNYBANK/ACACIA RIDGE FRIENDSHIP GROUP On Wednesday 22 OCTOBER we will be holding our Annual General Meeting and having a celebration for our members who have turned 80 or 90 this year. We’ll also take bookings for our Christmas Luncheon to be held at the Sunnybank Community and Sports Club on 3 December. The cost will be $20.00 for members and $25.00 for non-members. You are all most welcome to come and celebrate with us. Also on this day, those people who will be travelling to Longreach in September, 2015, will be required to pay their deposit of $200.00 on this day to Esther. To make it easy for you, we will collect your money and then send a cheque to the people in charge of this wonderful excursion…….so please pay by cash or cheque ONLY and the cheque MUST BE MADE OUT TO – OUR LADY OF LOURDES/ACACIA RIDGE FRIENDSHIP GROUP. There is no more room left on this excursion, and there is already a waiting list. This is an early reminder to you – so hope you appreciate the notice in advance. General Enquiries – Maureen - 3345 6556 Longreach Enquiries – Esther – 3345 3829 Bus Bookings – Dawn – 3711 9465 We have finished looking at the Liturgy of the Word, if you missed out go to www.olol.com.au and look at the past newsletters. This week, we are moving into the Liturgy of the Eucharist! PARISH STAFF & CONTACTS Pastoral Associate Stella Noskoff rsj pa.sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Parish Office Staff Karrin Halliday Parish Manager sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Gabby Nelson (Assistant) Kristen Roe (Assistant) Tam Nguyen (Accounts) accounts.sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Caring Co-ordinator Carol Micale carenconcern@hotmail.com Unite Youth/Young Adults Co-ordinators Steven & Eloise Bird 0403 182 617 youth.sunnybank@bne.catholic.net.au Centacare - Sunnybank Aged Care Community Program ManagerJennifer Vanarey 3216 9554 Paloma Reception Centre 3345 6666 www.palomacentre.com.au OLOL School, Sunnybank Principal - Mark Badke 3345 0700 OLOL OSHC Co-ordinator - Sarubh Malviya 3344 3064 sunnybankoshc@bne.centacare.net.au OLOF School, Acacia Ridge Principal - Warren Fields 3275 1152 St Stephen’s School, Algester Principal - Steve Taylor 3711 4911 Youth and Young Adult Ministry BBQ is back on this weekend!! Enjoy a sausage for just a donation, anything from 5c to $100 =) and just $1.00 for a drink! The Piety Store is open too! End of Year CAMP! All those in grade 6-11 are invited to join us on the end of year camp! 28th November-30th November In Toowoomba. Cost $130 (if paid before 24/10), $140 if paid after. Cost includes all transport, accommodation, food and activities. Please contact Steven and Eloise for more details. THIS Sunday 12th of October, we will be heading out for dessert at Coco Jungle. Everyone 18+ welcome to come along. algesteroshc@bne.centacare.net.au Soubirous Place Coordinator Sr Brigid Courtney rsm 3344 3481 Sunnybank Parish Groundsman Bob Davis Housekeepers: Therese Prygiel Louise Weston Latino American Chaplaincy Fr Martin Ignacio Gutierriez (Chaplain) 0481 118 521 Marina Castellanos (Secretary) 0481 168 748 office@hispanoamericancommunity. com.au Office: Tuesday & Wednesday 9.15am - 3.00pm 3277 6367 There are a few seemingly subtle movements that happen during this time but they are important. Have you ever noticed the priest putting some water in the wine? When the water and the wine are mingled, it’s supposed to point us towards the Incarnation – God becoming man – water symbolises the earthly, wine the divine. Have you noticed the priest washing his hands? This is not to physically clean his hands but rather is a symbolic action of the priest where he recognises his own sinfulness. As the priest washes his hands he says” Lord, wash away my iniquity and cleanse me from my sins”. In this moment the priest recognises that he is sinful but that God’s mercy and forgiveness is bigger than any sin we can commit! Stay tuned next week as we go deeper into the Liturgy of the Eucharist! The Lounge Room St Stephen's OSHC Co-ordinator - Victoria Hickling 3711 9291 St Thomas More College, Sunnybank Principal - Peter Elmore 3323 4600 The Liturgy of the Eucharist starts with the preparation of the gifts, commonly known as the Offertory. Our donations are collected and the altar is prepared by the altar servers. Our donation is more than just making sure the parish bills are paid. We should offer our gifts, our donations, as a gift of love and gratitude for all that God is doing in our lives. During this time we should also be offering up ourselves, only after we have given ourselves to God can we truly “lift up our hearts“. ICE Next Sunday the 19th October after Mass til 8:30pm In the Media Room Everyone is welcome Back on THIS coming Friday 17th October 7-9pm Boys in the Paloma Centre Girls in the Media Room Everyone grade 6-11 welcome to come along!! FAITH on TAP Monday the 13th of October The Pineapple hotel: 706 Main Street, Kangaroo Point. Talk starts at 7:30pm Speaker: Jo Hayes Topic: The Battlefield of the Mind—The importance of developing and maintaining a healthy thought life. This is an over 18’s event! Stay in touch by liking the ‘Unite Sunnybank’ page. All events are posted on facebook and extra things to make you think or just smile =) It’s the easiest way to be in the know! MUSICIANS & SINGERS FOR THE YMM Sunday 19th October MUSICIANS: M. Kearney, E. Dulay, T. Loos, G. King SINGERS: K. Lee, L. Dulay, F. Lee READERS: C. Cabanatan, R. Madassery OFFERTORY: L. Donovan, J. Randle ALTAR SERVERS: P. Lambert, T. Loos SPECIAL MINISTERS: S. Luate-Wani, A. Matthews, C. Ranatunga, J. Manimog, S. Powell, K. Mann, L. Conde BBQ: A. Piacere, N. Lee Piety Store: K. Gallaher, T. Salis