Parish Bulletin
St Mary’s Parish Prayer
God our Father, as we thank you for the blessings, we ask you to bless this Parish of yours, so that
we may love you more.
Encircle our families with your loving care.
Help parents to be good examples to their
children and our youth to grow in strength as good Christians.
To the sick grant health, to the aged bring serenity and to those in sorrow, joy.
May we grow stronger in faith and may
our love for one another become deeper
in our daily living.
We make this through the intercession of our Mother Mary. Amen
Paris Office Hours
Tuesday 9.00am - 4.00pm Thursday 9.00am - 4.00pm
Weekend Mass Times
Saturday Vigil 6.30pm
Sunday Mass 10am
Reconciliation
Saturday 10.30am - 11am
Updated - Weekday Mass Times
Wednesday 5th February - 6.00pm
Thursday 6th February - 6.00pm
Friday 7th February - 10.00am
All Welcome
NEW - On the Lighter Side
Two young dragon altar servers were getting most frustrated trying to blow out the candles on the altar so the Parish Priest bought them each a candle extinguisher on a long stick - they were de-lighted.
Updated - Prayer of The Week
Your kingdom is at hand, O God of justice and peace; you made John the Baptist its herald to announce the coming of your Christ, who baptises with the Holy Spirit and with fire. Give us a spirit of repentance to make us worthy of the kingdom. Let complacency yield to conviction, that in our day justice will flourish and conflict give way to the peace you bestow in Christ. Amen
Updated - Looking at the Readings
In today’s gospel passage, it is the devout Simeon and the prophetess, Anna, who declare the greatness and far-reaching influence of the child that has been brought to the Temple. This is a common feature of the gospel accounts. It is not Jesus himself who proclaims his greatness but those who have observed him and recognised the revelation of God’s presence amongst the people. It is a role that continues today. Those of us who believe and recognise the presence and influence of God in the world are challenged to proclaim it in both our actions and our words.
Simeon’s second pronouncement about Jesus is addressed to the child’s mother, Mary. Having predicted the rejection that Jesus will endure, Simeon tells Mary, ‘and a sword will pierce your own soul too.’ He appears to be referring to the sacrifice that Mary will have to make in the future. On this day, Mary and Joseph have ‘redeemed’ their son from service to the Lord in the Temple. Despite this, Jesus is still destined for service to God and Mary will have to surrender him back to the Lord. Simeon suggests that Mary herself will be a sacrifice offered to God at this time. © Greg Sunter
NEW - WELCOME BACK
A warm welcome back is extended to Principal Anthony Butts, our dedicated teachers and staff and valued students at St. Mary’s primary school.
This year we welcome 36 new Prep students which makes a total enrolment of 316 for the 2020 school year.
NEW - Baptism Formation Meetings
These meetings are held 4 times each year and are the first requirement prior to your child being baptised.
· Tuesday, 11th February, 7.00pm
· Tuesday, 21st April, 7.00 pm
· Tuesday, 21st. July, 7.00pm
· Tuesday, 13th. October, 7.00pm
Enquiries Helen Betson 0458 253 835 Marie O’Meara 5825 1034
NEW - Parent Information Meeting - Sacrament of Reconciliation
Thursday, 6th Feb, 7.00pm, Marian Centre.
Any child wishing to make their Reconciliation needs to have a parent representative at this meeting.
Contact Marg Lee at St. Mary’s School
NEW - Why is Sunday so important to us?
We don’t ever thank the Lord enough for the gift he has given us in the Eucharist. It is a very great gift, and that is why it is so important to go to Mass on Sunday. Go to Mass not just to pray, but to receive Communion, the bread that is the Body of Jesus Christ who saves us, forgives us, unites us to the Father. It is a beautiful thing to do ! And we go to Mass every Sunday because that is the day of the resurrection of the Lord. That is why Sunday is so important to us.
Pope Francis, February, 2014
Reflection
What does the Eucharist mean to you ?
How have you experienced God’s mercy through this sacrament ?
Take some time to express your gratitude to God for this great gift.
Bulletin Advertising
The Parish are currently calling for businesses that are interested in advertising in the Parish Bulletin and the School newsletters. We have 2 vacancies available.
If you are interested in discussing this, please contact Brenda at the Parish on 5825 2034 or The school Office on 5825 2858
NEW - Parish Sponsors
