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Surfers Paradise Catholic Parish
ONE PARISH
three churches
Sacred Heart
50 Fairway Drive,
Clear Island Waters
St Vincent’s
40 Hamilton Avenue,
Surfers Paradise
Stella Maris
268 Hedges Avenue,
Broadbeach
(Under Construction)
PASTORAL
Very Reverend
Fr Tim Harris
Parish Priest & Dean
of South Coast Deanery
Fr Nicholas Okafor
Associate Pastor
Fr Regimon Gervasis MCBS
Associate Pastor
Sue Thomas
Pastoral Associate
Sr Mary Hansen PBVM
Pastoral Assistant
PARISH STAFF
Sonya Slater
Parish Manager
Marylou Ayres
Parish Secretary
Angela Williams
Atrium Coordinator
SCHOOLS
St Vincent’s School
Clear Island Waters
Phone: 5572 1746
P. Kerry Rowlands
St Kevin’s School
Benowa
Phone: 5539 4522
Acting Principal
Richard Grajczonek
St Michael’s College
Merrimac
Phone: 5530 2722
P. Michael Laidler
4th Sunday in Ordinary Time—Year B
Dear Parishioners and Visitors,
LITURGICAL MINISTRIES
It has become evident to me that the parish is in need of
additional liturgical ministers. The situation will be even more
evident when we return to our normal 9 weekend Masses
across the 3 churches.
In practice this means that we need more Mass coordinators,
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, readers,
welcomers, commentators etc. At some Masses we are struggling at times to provide
this support.
Given that all of these ministries call for some training and discernment I would ask
that you consider your own involvement in this regard. Every Mass needs liturgical
ministers to ensure the liturgy runs smoothly.
The celebration of Eucharist does not just happen in other words but depends on a
whole lot of people to prepare and serve it.
This weekend you will see the insert in the Parish Newsletter for you to complete and
return to the Parish Office.
DEDICATION AND OPENING MASS 6PM FRIDAY FEBRUARY 27TH
We are receiving a good response from parishioners and visitors to our invitation to be
present at the new Stella Maris Dedication Mass. Your RSVP's are important and are
encouraged as this is a celebration of the whole parish.
With the opening of our new church I have decided to make a minor change to our
Mass times. The change will hopefully give parishioners and visitors more opportunities as to where and at what time they choose to go to Mass. For example I would like
to trial a 5.00 pm Saturday Vigil Mass at Stella Maris Church ONLY.
This one change will give people the option of one Saturday Vigil 5.00 pm Mass as well
as the two other Vigil Masses at 6.00pm in Sacred Heart and St Vincent's every weekend. An earlier Saturday Vigil Mass could be more attractive for all sorts of reasons?
At least people have the option. At present we have 3 Saturday Vigil Masses. Having
two 6.00pm vigils and one 5.00pm vigil provides greater choice. Stay tuned.
CHURCH DOOR CAFÉ
Parishioners and visitors are reminded that our cafe is open again this year outside of
Sacred Heart Church in Clear Island Waters. Our operators do a great job and offer
great food and refreshment. The cafe operates Monday to Friday from 7.30am until
3.30pm.
The idea to open a cafe has always been one of outreach and engagement . It makes
sense and has proved its worth from a community building point of view. So I encourage your patronage. Consider having morning or afternoon tea or lunch there if you
have not already done so. Our initiative is worth supporting. Tell others about it and
spread the word.
God’s abundant blessings , Fr Tim
FROM THE PASTORAL ASSOCIATE:
Readings: Deuteronomy 18:15-20; 1 Corinthians 7:32-35; Mark 1:21-28
Feasts: Monday 2nd Presentation of the Lord; Thursday 5th St Agatha, virgin, martyr; Friday6th St Paul Miki
and companions, martyrs.
Next week’s readings: 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time Yr B: Job 7:1-4, 6-7; 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23; Mark 1:29-30.
Gospel reflection: “Brothers and sisters: I should like you to be free of anxieties.” 1 Corinthians 7:32
How much anxiety do we bring upon ourselves by constantly worrying about not having enough or attaining more things?
God won’t necessarily give you everything you want, but God will provide everything you need. Try this – use the word
“pray” instead of the word “worry” in the future. From http://archstl.org/stewardship/page/bulletin-inserts
All parish group leaders, parish group members and volunteers working in the Archdiocese. Compulsory workshops are
being offered in South Coast Deanery introducing the Archdiocesan Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults Policy.
Full details of the policy can be viewed on the diocesan website – www.bne.catholic.net.au/safeguard Workshop for Surfers Paradise Parish 9am – 12md this Saturday 7th February Parish Hospitality Centre. All Parish group leaders and members of groups who come into contact with and work with children and vulnerable adults are asked to attend this workshop. If you are unable to attend this workshop, please attend another workshop being offered in the Deanery: Runaway Bay Parish Saturday 14th February; 10.15am-1.15pm: Burleigh Heads Parish Saturday 7th March 9am – 12md;
St Brigid’s Nerang Workshop 14th March 2015 10.00am to 1.15pm.
An extra opportunity has been provided due to requests. 6.30-9.30pm Wednesday 22nd April 2015, Parish Hospitality
Centre, 50 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters. Supper will be provided, so RSVP essential for catering purposes. RSVP
Surfers Paradise Parish 5572 5433 or email surfers@bne.catholic.net.au
Thank you to those parishioners who have been sending contact details through regarding their availability for Stella
Maris rosters. Keep them coming! There are not a great many ‘new’ names, so if you are keen to be involved but are
maybe a little shy at putting your own name forward, or are thinking you are not ‘worthy’ enough, please contact me via
email pastoral.surfers@bne.catholic.net.au Also, if there are people around who you think would be great at being
involved, but just need to be invited or asked, please send me the name and contact details, and I will approach them
confidentially. We are still seeking a roster coordinator for Stella Maris. Please contact me via the Parish Office if you are
interested.
A reminder to families enrolled in the current Sacramental Process . Parent Information sessions this Monday 2nd
February in Sacred Heart Church. Three opportunities 9.30am, 1.30pm or 6.30pm. You only need attend one of these
sessions. Children are welcome, but it is not essential for them to be present as the sessions are aimed at the parents.
The Lenten Program Rich in Mercy commences week beginning 16th February. There has been a minimal response from
parishioners to join a Lenten Group. Please seriously consider forming or joining group to gather together to spiritually
prepare for the Easter celebrations, the high point of our Catholic year. Contact the Parish Office 5572 5433 or email
pastoral.surfers@bne.catholic.net.au to leave your name and contact number if you would like to be involved.
Peace and grace. Sue Thomas, Pastoral Associate.
ANOINTING MASS 2015:
The first Anointing Mass for 2015 will be held at 11am on Tuesday 3rd February in
Sacred Heart Church, 50 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters. There will be no 9am Mass on that day. All parishioners
and visitors are welcome. Stay afterwards for light refreshments in the Parish Hospitality Centre put on by the
members of the CWL. If required, please phone Doug and Lois Wood 5630 8293 or 0419 724 181. If we usually pick you up
but you’re not coming this month, please let us know also.
CWL MEMBERS are reminded that their monthly meeting will be held afterwards. Please also bring a plate to share.
PRAYING THE ROSARY: The statue of Our Lady will be at the home of Lorraine Fitzgerald of Carrara, for week
commencing Monday 2nd February 2015. Please phone Maxine or Pat Sela on 5539 9539 and offer to have the statue in
your home for a week. All you are invited to do is to say the Rosary to Our Lady. It is not necessary to invite people to your
home. If you are unable to collect the statue due to transport problems we can deliver the statue to you.
Thank you for your support, Pat and Maxine Sela
Full Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola over 30 weeks in Daily Life
Discover God's unique love and desire for you through a journey of scripturally based prayer and individual direction.
Applications are now being received for commencement in March 2015. www.faberspirituality.org.au or ph. 3368-2450.
Parish contact: Helen Goldsmith ph 0412 894 356.
ALL NIGHT ADORATION: All night adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at Sacred Heart Church this 1st Friday 6
Feb from 7PM to 7AM Saturday 7 Feb. All Welcome. Inquiries: Helen 0421 935 678.
"Could you not watch one hour with Me?" MT 26:40
“They were astounded at his teaching, for he
taught them as one having authority...”
Just as the crowds were amazed by the authority
with which Jesus cured the sick and the possessed (see today’s
How can you contribute to a more just and fair world? At Gospel from Mark 1:21-28), so you can experience, first-hand, the
the moment we're looking into some of the Church's so- healing power of the Good News, through a Catholic Mission
immersion trip. There are various places you can visit. I would love
cial justice teachings. Gain knowledge and insight
you to join me on a visit to parts of India, scheduled for October. For
through activities, talks, small group discussion and rea FREE information sheet about this trip, please contact our office,
flection. Venire is also a great opportunity to hang out
during business hours on (07) 3336 9239 or email me at
with young people your age who are also into their faith. mcgovernd@bne.catholic.net.au David McGovern, Director
Come along to Venire, every Thursday night at the Hospitality centre from 6:30-8:30. Dinner is provided! Like us
on Facebook to keep up with our events at: https://
www.facebook.com/Venireyouth or for further info call
the Parish Office on 5572 5433
In an ongoing spirit of openness, Pope Francis and
the Vatican have issued a call for further feedback
to enlighten the discussions at the conclusion of
the Synod on the Family.
Participation in the latest survey is a way to take
an active role in shaping how the Church shares
the Gospel and best respond to the needs of those around us.
It is necessary to read the document from the first synod to
respond to the survey.
To read the document go to: http://press.vatican.va/content/
salastampa/en/bollettino/
pubblico/2014/10/18/0770/03044.html
To take part in the survey, go to https://
www.surveymonkey.com/s/familysurvey15
If the link does not work, go to:
http://brisbanecatholic.org.au/articles/vatican-invitationsynod-input-open and click on the link in the body of the text.
Join the Team. Religious Instruction Teachers
and Helpers are needed, in all areas of the
Gold Coast on any day of the week for 1-2
hours to help teach children in our State
Primary Schools about Jesus.
No experience required, training is free, with
support. New volunteers are placed with experienced
teachers. An easy curriculum ensures Bible stories are covered
and a friendship with Jesus is encouraged. Please see notice
board for training dates.
For more information please call Helene McCowan 5539 4374
or mobile 0419 747 631.
FOR DAILY READINGS:
Some useful websites for daily prayer or reflections.
To subscribe to any of the links, just follow the
prompts within the site.
http://www.pray-as-you-go.org
http://www.sacredspace.ie
http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/012815.cfm
http://www.pray.com.au
http://churchnativity.tv/#/messages-online-campus/worshipfully-daily-email
FATIMA DAY: Marian Valley on FRIDAY 13th
February 2015. For more information please
call Bus Coordinator GC: Viviane 5535 9623.
Valentine’s Day is less than a fortnight
away. For some lovely ideas to celebrate
with your dearest darling, go to:
http://www.acmfc.org.au/wp-content/
uploads/2015/01/StVal-handout2015.pdf
Date Claimer: World Marriage Day Mass. St
Benedict’s Church, Mudgeeraba 11am Sunday 8th
February 2015. RSVP Sue and Bren Milsom:55224880 email milsoms@outlook.com
LINDA BROWN SCHOOL OF IRISH DANCING: Classes held
every Monday at 3.15pm for a 3.30pm start in Casey Hall.
All ages welcome—Beginners or Advanced: For further
information please call Linda on 0407 370 047
Sacred Heart Bridge Club offers a new 2015 Beginners
Course. For more information and to enroll for lessons
Telephone: Cheryl 55388821. It’s easy to learn; you
don’t need a Partner!! Make new friends!
Church Door Café
At Sacred Heart Church
Come and try our Breakfast
and Lunch Menus
Open Monday to Friday 7.30am—3.30pm
“Where parishioners, schools, parents and locals
can come together united in the love of Christ.
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES: Marian Valley on
WEDNESDAY 11th February 2015. Bus Coordinator GC:
Viviane 5535 9623/Paula 0402 930 918
OPENING OF THE NEW STELLA MARIS CHURCH
DEDICATION MASS 6PM FRIDAY 27TH FEBRUARY
Dear Parishioners,
The preparations for the opening Mass are underway. I
am happy to announce that there will be parking
available for this Mass at Broadbeach State School for a gold coin
donation. (This is going directly to the School for its fundraising).
Having the use of this oval for parking provides more of our
parishioners with a convenient way to attend the opening Mass.
Please RSVP if you can attend.
Every effort is being made to accommodate the number of
attendees. We want to make sure you have a seat and we have
adequately catered for the event. Please try to come early to park
and be seated. Can you assist at the event with parking or help out at
the bar? We also require the use of large eskies for the event.
Please notify the parish if you can assist.
Continue to pray for the project. Wet weather has caused a number
of issues for the builders. Have an enjoyable week. Sonya
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
7am
7am
ST VINCENT’S
ST VINCENT’S
9.00am
9.00am
SACRED
HEART
SACRED HEART
8.30am
8.30am
SACRED
SACRED
HEART
HEART
8.30am
8.30am
SACRED
HEART
SACRED
HEART
7am
7am
ST VINCENT’S
ST VINCENT’S
9am
9am
SACRED
HEART
SACRED HEART
RECONCILIATION
NORMAL
NORMAL
SUNSUNDAY
DAY
MASS
MASS TIMES
TIMES
(ANOINTING
NO ANOINTING
3RD
FEB 2015
MASS
UNTIL11.00AM)
3RD FEB 2015
NO 9AM MASS
5pm RECONCILIATION
SACRED HEART
5pm
SACRED
HEART
5.15pm
ST VINCENT’S
5.15pm ST VINCENT’S
SACRED HEART CHURCH
Saturday evening 6pm AND Sunday 7am, 9am & 6pm
SACRED
HEART
CHURCH
Saturday
6pm
AND8am
Sunday
7am, 9am & 6pm
ST VINCENT’S CHURCH
Saturday
eveningevening
6pm AND
Sunday
& 10am
ST VINCENT’S CHURCH
Saturday evening 6pm AND Sunday 8am & 10am
FOR MORE PARISH GROUPS, PLEASE REFER TO OUR WEBSITE
MIGRANT CHAPLAINS / COMMUNITIES:
Polish: Sunday 11.30am Sacred Heart
Fr Bernard Bednarz 5504 6297
Italian: Sunday 4.00pm Sacred Heart Church
Fr Michele Cagna CS 0423648736—Pastoral Support
Giovanna Santomauro 55 395 028—General Info.
Filipino: 1st Sunday 1.00pm Sacred Heart
Fr Terence Nueva 5510 2222
Hispanic: 1st & 3rd Sundays 5—7pm St Vincent’s
Fr Ignacio Gutierrez 0481118521/ paterignacio@yahoo.com
Maronite Rite: Saturday 7.15pm Sacred Heart
Phone: 3394 4994 St Maroun’s Church, Brisbane.
Baptisms: Please contact the Parish Office 5572 5433
Art & Craft: Wednesday 9am PHC
Book Club: 3rd Tues 12noon. Parish Hospitality Centre
Bridge: Monday 12.30pm. Parish Hospitality Centre
CWL: Meeting 12.30pm 1st Tue. Hospitality Centre
Friendship Day 3rd Thurs 10am-2pm
Parish Choir Practice: 9am 3rd / 4th Saturday,
Sacred Heart Church, Clear Island Waters.
Youth Choir: Youth & Young Adult Ministry—Venire
Playgroup: Wednesdays 9.30am Casey Hall, Fairway Drive,
Clear Island Waters (School Term) Iovanah 0420 595 404
Yoga: Tuesday 10.45am $10/Session. Hospitality Centre
Zumba Gold: Friday 9.15am Casey Hall. Beginners and
Intermediate Levels. Susana Pozzi 0421 607 397
Marriages: Please contact Parish Office 5572 5433 (6months notice required)
Benediction: 1st Friday 7.30am St Vincent’s Church, Surfers Paradise
Children’s Liturgy of the Word: Sunday 9am Mass Sacred Heart. (In Recess)
Christian Meditation: Tuesday 10am (Youth Room) Shirley Daly
Tuesday 6pm (Youth Room) Sue Thomas
CFC Australia: 1st Sunday—Phone Butch & Mini 0424 583 168/9
Exposition:
Monday & Friday 6am St Vincent’s Church, Surfers Paradise
Tuesday 9.30am Sacred Heart Church, Clear Island Waters
Thursday 9.45am St Vincent’s Church, Surfers Paradise
Friday 7pm Sacred Heart Church, (1st Friday 7pm to 12am)
Rosary: Sunday 7.30am St Vincent’s Church
Monday & Friday 6.30am St Vincent’s Church
Tuesday & Friday 8.25am Sacred Heart Church, before Mass
Wednesday 9.30am Sacred Heart Church, after Mass
Sacred Heart Prayer Group: (In Recess)
Scripture Discussion: Tuesday 11am (Youth Room) CIW Shirley Daly
Spiritual Direction: Bernadette Kavanagh-Stewart 5520 7242
St Joseph’s Prayer Group: 1st Wednesday 9.30am Sacred Heart Church
Youth Led Mass: 4th Sunday 6pm Sacred Heart
RECENTLY DECEASED: John Pascoe, Sr Bridie Fennessy RSM, Clare Foster, Sid Ellington (UK), Maureen Buckley, Norma Cecilia White,
Catherine (Kit) Parker, Orla Coffey, Honor McAuliffe.
ANNIVERSARIES: Gloria McLeod, Tootsie Ware, Les Alford, Len Scully, John Zervos, Gino Cappalazzo.
THOSE WHO ARE SICK: Shelly Conway, Denise Darwin (Syd), Tilda Liappas (Greece), Patrick Bolton, Raphael Verkest, John Ashby, Theo
Farr, Frank Foslen, Betty-Anne Hillesheim, Dylan Kinnimont, Tracey Burgess, Alfia Harrop, Moira Roberts, Fiona Mecca, Elaine Pitchell,
Emile Van Deurse, Ron Mooney, Alan Wilson, Peter Townsend, Zenaida Osborne, Diane Sullivan, Donna Cassin, Samir Moussa, Percy
Jordan (Melb.) Yvette Litchfield, John Rohr, Earl Brierty, Maureen Fitzgerald, Annette Anning, Sam Newton, Margaret Miller, Jeff Doyle,
Marnie Lee Rose, Joe Sheehy, Angela Ferguson, Denise Tracey, Michelle Pritchard, Rosaria Zammitt, Giovaninna Vitale Freda, Monica
Bailey, Mary Mullahy, Ron Perry, Patrick Cannard, Paul Kiely, Rose Crane, Mary Carniel, Baby Charlie Francis, Fr Ray Wells (Hobart), Leiha
Carlson, Pat Lazaro, Kaylene Swan (Launceston), Lesley Cruse, Peter Verhaze, Margaret Webber, Ricardo Pereira, Warren Potter,
Sheryl Abrahams, Susan Richmond, Ronnie Bourke, Norm Mullins, Eleanor B Nascimento, Shirley Heath, Mary Coy, Mary Fraser, Natty
Massina, Danny Osmund, Marlise England, Stephen Zannett, Jacqui Caughey, Baby Eva Cassidy Abad, G. Nicholas, Bruno Andreetta, Julieta
Alvero, Margie Savage, Joanne Burge, Shirley Day, Leo Domingo, Bernie Wall, Sr. Christine Hesel, Rosalia Roque, Mary McCarthy, Michael
Kearney, Josephine Maybury, Monica Clifford, Clare Martin, Reg Spillane, Gerrard Theron, Mary Kerr, William Sheehan, Kate Needham,
Margaret Guillesser, Barbara & Mike Farrell, Justin King, Anna Wheeler, Emma Winks, Una Parkinson, Nathan Clarke, Pat Burton, Gus
Reeves.
Become a Part of the PARISH PLANNED GIVING PROGRAM to help your parish grow.
We thank most sincerely all parishioners who contribute to the Planned Giving Program. Your ongoing commitment and contribution
assists the responsible budgeting for the operating expenses of the Parish (wages, rates, electricity, building maintenance, etc) as well
as pastoral planning for Parish growth (faith education, sacramental preparation, resources, etc). To obtain Planned Giving envelopes,
please complete this form and place on the Collection Plate, or contact the Parish Office on 5572 5433. Planned Giving Contributions
are not Tax Deductable.
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