How long, Lord, am I to cry for help while you will not listen; to cry ‘Oppression!’ in your ear and you will not save? Why do you set injustice before me, why do you look on where there is tyranny? Outrage and violence, this is all I see, all is contention, and discord flourishes. Then the Lord answered and said,

‘Write the vision down, inscribe it on tablets to be easily read, since this vision is for its own time only: eager for its own fulfilment, it does not deceive; if it comes slowly, wait, for come it will, without fail. See how he flags, he whose soul is not at rights, but the upright man will live by his faithfulness.’

(R.) If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.

Come, ring out our joy to the Lord; hail the rock who saves us. Let us come before him, giving thanks, with songs let us hail the Lord. (R.)

Come in; let us bow and bend low; let us kneel before the God who made us for he is our God and we the people who belong to his pasture, the flock that is led by his hand. (R.)

O that today you would listen to his voice! ‘Harden not your hearts as at Meribah, as on that day at Massah in the desert when your fathers put me to the test; when they tried me, though they saw my

work.’ (R.)

I am reminding you to fan into a flame the gift that God gave you when I laid my hands on you. God’s gift was not a spirit of timidity, but the Spirit of power, and love, and self-control. So you are never to be ashamed of witnessing to the Lord, or ashamed of me for being his prisoner; but with me, bear the hardships for the sake of the Good News, relying on the power of God.

Keep as your pattern the sound teaching you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. You have been trusted to look after something precious; guard it with the help of the Holy Spirit who lives in us.

Alleluia, alleluia! The word of the Lord stands for ever; it is the word given to you, the Good News. Alleluia!

The apostles said to the Lord, ‘Increase our faith.’ The Lord replied, ‘Were your faith the size of a mustard seed you could say to this mulberry tree, “Be uprooted and planted in the sea”, and it would obey you. ‘Which of you, with a servant ploughing or minding sheep, would say to him when he returned from the fields, “Come and have your meal immediately”? Would he not be more likely to say, “Get my supper laid; make yourself tidy and wait on me while I eat and drink. You can eat and drink yourself afterwards”? Must he be grateful to the servant for doing what he was told? So with you: when you have done all you have been told to do, say, “We are merely servants: we have done no more than our duty.”’

The scriptural quotations are taken from the Jerusalem Bible, published and copyright 1966, 1967 and 1968 by Darton Longman and Todd Ltd

and Doubleday & Co Inc, and used by permission of the publishers. The English translation of the Psalm Responses, Alleluia and Gospel Verses, and Lenten Gospel Acclamations from the Lectionary for Mass © 1997,

1981, 1968, International Committee on English in the Liturgy.

“Use what talent you possess. The woods would be very silent if no birds sang except those who sang best.” —Henry Van Dyke

It is wonderful to be back in the ministerial saddle. Thanks to Bishop Austen for helping out in my absence. It was nice to catch up with the Bishop again as I passed through the district Sunday/Monday before a couple of days of diocesan commitments. I must say he is looking healthier than the last couple off times that he was here. They are obviously taking good care of him in Sydney.

Emene’s ordination is just around the corner, only a few weeks to go. As we did for Fr Vitalis and for Bishop Tim, as one of his gifts, we will be offering Emene a Spiritual Bouquet from the parish. I know that Fr Vitalis still treasures his very much.

For those unfamiliar with the practice, or who have forgotten all about it, a Spiritual Bouquet is the gift of prayers or pious practices for someone’s intentions on a special occasion. One can offer to pray a number of rosaries, attend Mass for their intention, have a Mass offered for them, pray a novena, pay a visit to the Blessed Sacrament, perform a work of mercy, fast for a day, etc.

Cards are available in each church on which you can select prayers or pious practices to offer for Emene’s intentions. There is a large card for you to return which will be presented as part of the Bouquet and a small

card as your own personal reminder. Please return your card to the office or drop it on any collection plate next weekend.

This weekend, we have the delight, at the Saturday evening Mass of baptising Acacia (and her son Hudson) and of receiving Renee and Vanessa into the Church, of celebrating their confirmations, and joining them in their First Holy Communions. Please pray that their faith journeys as members of the Church will be long and fruitful.

It is not that long ago that we completed a year’s worth of sacramental preparations and celebrations for our younger parishioners. This week, we begin again with children and their families preparing for First Reconciliation. Please keep these children in your prayers.

Next Saturday, our Knights of the Southern Cross are once again leading us in an annual public recitation of the Rosary during this month of the Rosary. When the weather permits us to pray in the park, it is always a beautiful moment. Please join us in prayer.

The Church: a hospital for sinners, a training school for saints.

Saturday 6.00pm Sunday 8.30am Sunday 7.00pm

Sunday 7.00am

Sunday 10.00am

Sunday 10.00am

Monday 8.00am St Patrick’s Our Lady of the Rosary

Tuesday 5.30pm St Patrick’s Benediction at 5.15pm

Wednesday 10.30am Palms 5.30pm St Patrick’s

Thursday 8.40am St Teresa’s 5.30pm St Patrick’s

Friday 7.00am St Patrick’s

Saturday 8.00am St Paul’s

Adoration Tuesday 9am-Noon in St Paul’s Chapel.

11.00am & 5.00pm Saturdays

Parish Contacts

Parish Priest: Fr Damian McGrath

Priest in Placement: Fr Vinoj Francis Deacon: Rev Emene Kelemete

Parish Secretaries: Julie Nowak & Marcella Cantatore (also RE Co-ordinator)

Bookkeeper/Compliance Officer: Beth Ingegneri Pastoral Care: Sr Nina Barra Senior Adult Ministry : Santina Cross

PO Box 375, Ingham Q 4850 4776 2600 parishoffice@inghamcatholic.com

www.inghamcatholic.com facebook.com/inghamcatholic

Office Hours: 9am to 12pm Monday to Friday, 1pm to 3pm Monday to Thursday

supplies to help out the Tokelau community for this event (eg UHT Milk, Cereal, long life juice, spreads etc). If any parishioners are able to assist, donations can be placed in boxes at St Patrick’s and St Peter’s, left at Canossa and St Teresa’s Churches or dropped into the Parish Office.

Saints Catholic College is situated at James Cook University in Townsville and provides accommodation to tertiary students. As part of the accommodation, residents are provided with private rooms, all meals included, Wi-Fi, free parking, overnight security, staff on site and after-hours support. For more information please contact the office on – 4727 7200 or catholiccolleges@jcu.edu.au or the Principal, Nicole Stott-Whiting, at -nicole.stottwhiting1 @jcu.edu.au

Public Rosary in Rotary Park — Saturday 12 October @ 4.30pm BYO chair

Ordination of Emene Kelemete — Thursday 31 October @ 7pm Edmund Rice Hall, Ignatius Park College

First Reconciliation — 11 & 12 November

Gilroy Santa Maria Graduation Mass —14 Nov.

Abergowrie College Graduation Mass — 15 Nov

St Peter’s End of Year Mass — 2 December

St Mary MacKillop End of Year Liturgies — 3 & 5 December

Lourdes Yr 6 Farewell Mass — 4 December

Lourdes Thanksgiving Mass — 5 December

Brothers are reminded that the next meeting will be Thursday 10 October, Mercy Hall 8.00 pm. For more information contact Johnny 0407 635 175.

The Ingham branch of the Knights of the Southern Cross extend an invitation to parishioners, an all students of our schools to attend the Public Rosary. In case of rain –venue will be either Our Lady of Lourdes school or Mercy Hall.

The past couple of years numbers have dwindled for this important Celebration of the Holy Rosary as we seek Our Blessed Mother’s help against the evils of the world. All Graces given by God pass through Our Blessed Mother.

Further info ph. Joe 0437033934 or Peter 0407166570

All Souls Day is rapidly approaching so we would very much appreciate it if you could please bring in the names you wish to have on our All Souls list for 2019. All names are to be in by 3.00pm Wednesday 23rd October to enable us to prepare the list and send it to our country parishes before All Souls Day. No names will be accepted after this date.

As All Souls falls on a Saturday, Mass at the Cemetery will be in the morning at 6.30am. All Souls Mass will also be offered at St Patrick’s at 8am.

The students who will be attending the ACYF in Perth in December will be holding an Afternoon Tea on Saturday 19 October from 2pm-4pm at Mercy Hall. Tickets $15 per person available from the Parish Office, Gilroy Santa Maria College and St Teresa’s College. They also wished to offer a big thank you to the many wonderful people who supported and baked items for the recent successful ACYF cake stall.

The Tokelau community will be visiting the Diocese to celebrate the Ordination of Emene. We will be collecting donations of non-perishable breakfast

Understanding the rite of ordination: Handing over of the Bread and Wine : The introduction to the ritual says, “the handing over of the bread and wine, placed into the hands of the newly

ordained Priests, points to their duty of presiding at the celebration of the Eucharist and of following Christ crucified.” A chalice already filled with wine mixed with water and a paten with bread is brought forward from amidst the assembled Local Church. The Bishop places these in the hands of the newly ordained and says, “Receive the oblation of the holy people, to be offered to God. Understand what you do, imitate what you celebrate, and conform your life to the mystery of the Lord's Cross.”

Question:

I volunteer every once in a while. How can I incorporate serving the poor in my everyday life?

Answer:

In the Gospels, Jesus is very clear about emphasizing outreach to vulnerable persons on the margins of society. These may be the materially poor, the disabled, the lonely, or any others whose circumstances drive them from mainstream society. We can all respond to Christ's call to love by incorporating direct service into our regular life routine. Here are some ideas to find your niche: Consider your life. Before you look for direct service opportunities, consider your schedule, commitment levels, and personal gifts. When can you help out and how regularly? Where have you volunteered in the past that has felt like a good fit? Do you have any particular skills or personality traits that lend you to particular work? Do some research. There are a lot of structured ways you can get involved in your community. Your parish might have a social concerns outreach program. If not, ask friends and family. A simple online search for local nonprofits can also expose you to new opportunities. Be open to God's invitation. The chance to serve may be closer than you think. Befriending an elderly neighbour, widowed and far from children, is an act of serving the poor. Keep your eyes and heart open!

Please Pray For: John Cazzulino, Gordon Argaet (died last week) Myrtle Jean Pizzino, Marianne Ferrero (annivs at this time), Tina Girgenti, Dec’d members Sartoresi & Vella families, Vittorio & Maria Cantoni, Alfio, Maria, Sarina & Rudi Fichera, Santo & Giuseppina Contarino, Rico Bassignana, Joshua La Rosa, Edna Garutti, Carlo & Maria Magoni, Elliott Francis Matheisen, Frank Scovazzi, Baldo Fanti, Gloria Motti, David Cutting

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord. Let perpetual light shine upon them.

May they rest in peace. Amen. May their souls

and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Counters This Week:

M Duffy J Busuttin D Benedetto T Pallanza

Counters Next Week:

J Devietti L Sullivan J Devietti

Altar Servers 12/13 October: Sat 6pm: Volunteers Please

Sun 8.30am: Volunteers Please

Sun 7pm: Volunteers Please

Children’s Liturgy Sat 12 October 6.00pm

Bridgette Duffy Michelle Biasi Sandra Coco

Organists 12/13 October : Sat 6pm: P Harris/P Cavallaro/Video Sun 8.30am: M Vitale/Video Sun 7pm: L Di Bella/Video

Commentators & Prayer of the Faithful 12/13 October: Sat 6.00pm: David Duffy Sun 8.30am: Maddie Cunnington Sun 7.00pm: David Pelleri

Readers 12/13 October:

Halifax: Amanda Garutti

Canossa: C/1 Sam Spina 2/3 Beth Ingegneri

Sat 6pm: 1 Anne Kemp 2 Quinta Lahtinen

Sun 8.30am: 1 Mariangela Bison 2 Connie Corradini

Sun 7pm: 1 Paula Martin 2 Flavia Menegon

Abergowrie: Volunteer Please

Special Ministers 12/13 October: Halifax: Allain Cugola Elizabeth Castorina

Canossa: Jenelle Woolley Matthew Ingegneri

Sat 6pm: Julie Nowak Trevor Nowak Carmel Sorbello

Sun 8.30am: Alex Pietrobon Sam Spina Jean Staples

Sun 7pm: Debbie Sartor Christine Timms Janine Van Blerk

Abergowrie: Gus Galletly

May the Lord’s healing hand rest upon them

Please keep in your prayers: Patrick Leonardi, Jack Dumbleton,

Tayte Crisafulli, Wayne Tagney, Carol Devon, Pastor John Vitale,

Michael Sorbello

Welcome to a new child of God: Elara Shae Devietti

baptised this Sunday at St Patrick’s

This weekend at the Saturday night Mass, Acacia Griffiths and Griffiths will be baptised, Renee Roveda and vanessa Torrisi will be received into the Church, and Acacia, Renee and

Vanessa will be confirmed and receive the Holy Eucharist.