RELIGION

HOLY NAME CHURCH HISTORY

Have you ever wondered who was the artist behind Holy Name’s Stations of the Cross, Tabernacle, Processional Cross, Baptismal Font, Holy Water Font and most of all the Mural of Our Lady of Knock.  His name was Vojtěch (Voitre) Marek.  His son Ivan Marek came to visit Holy Name in early September this year, to see if any of his Father’s works were currently displayed at Holy Name Church.  Immediately, Ivan recognised his late Father’s art pieces and began to photograph them to help him build a website catalogue.

Vojtěch (Voitre) Marek made works in beaten copper, wrought iron, enamel, carved stone and wood, and his output ranged from small holy vessels using precious metals to large figurative sculptures, baptismal fonts, altars and Stations of the Cross.  This is evident around Holy Name Church. 

For more information about Holy Name and its sculptures, please visit www.voitremarek.com and under the catalogue of works, select the below picture.

OCTOBER IS THE MONTH OF THE ROSARY

The Catholic Church traditionally dedicates each month to a specific devotion, and October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary, with the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary on October 7. 

The Rosary focuses on events from the New Testament, centering on the Incarnation and Redemption, with each decade representing an event in the lives of Jesus and Mary. It provides a condensed overview of Christ's life and His relationship with His Mother.

The Rosary is divided into four sets of mysteries:

1. Joyful Mysteries: These depict events from Jesus' childhood, primarily based on Saint Luke's Gospel.
2. Luminous Mysteries: These offer insights into the public life of Jesus, bridging the gap between His childhood and His crucifixion.
3. Sorrowful Mysteries: These emphasize Jesus' love for humanity and His sacrifice on the cross for our salvation.
4. Glorious Mysteries: These narrate events after Jesus' death, including His Resurrection, the descent of the Holy Spirit, and His love for His Mother.

Praying the Rosary during October is a way to honor and meditate on these significant events in Christian faith and to deepen one's devotion to Mary.

PARISH NEWS

Parish Website 

Have you visited the Parish Website?

You can now view and download Holy Name Parish Bulletin weekly under the heading Parish Bulletin   OR   subscribe to Holy Name Parish for the weekly bulletins.

Visit us at https://www.melbcatholic.org/s/prestoneast