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ST AGATHA’S PARISH 52 Oriel Road Clayfield Q 4011
Phone 3262 2859 E-mail [email protected] Web http://www.clayfieldparish.org.au
Administrator Very Rev Dr Adrian Farrelly KCHS JCD
Executive Assistant Mrs Catherine Newell
Administrative Assistant Mrs Jane Cameron Parish Office Hours Monday - Friday: 8.00 am to 12.30 pm and 1.30 pm to 4.30pm
Please note Office is closed 12.30 - 1.30pm.
School Principal Mrs Carol Sayers
Outside School Hours Care Coordinator Ms Sarah Daws
A Parish of the North East Deanery in pastoral association with Hamilton Hendra Northgate Nundah
Banyo Wavell Heights Aspley Geebung Zillmere Bracken Ridge Sandgate and Brighton
Readings - 31 March - Easter Sunday
1st Reading: Acts 10:34,37-43; 2nd Reading: Col 3:1-4; Gospel: John 20:1-9
How do you explain to someone what Easter is all about? I was thinking about this the other day and then it came to me as I was
trying to read the Apostles’ Creed in Spanish (I have been trying to
improve my knowledge of Spanish if you were wondering). The
words that jumped out at me were the following: “... suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was buried; He descended
into hell; on the third day he rose again from dead; he ascended
into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty.” In these few words we have a description of what we do
as we celebrate the Easter ceremonies.
”Suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died and was bur-
ied” In these words the early church captured one of their earliest
and strongest memories of Jesus. How he was tortured by Pilate’s
soldiers, crucified until he died and was buried. This is what we shall listen to on Good Friday.
Some today doubt that Jesus actually existed but the very existence of the Church that professes belief in him and the
hardships Church people have endured because of their belief undermines completely any theory that would suggest the Jesus story is a concoction by the followers to give themselves something to do after his execution. There are also enough
references to other historical figures like Pilate to anchor the events in history.
“He descended into hell” Jesus dies on Friday afternoon before the beginning of the Sabbath (Friday evening) and rises
Sunday morning. Ancient tradition speaks of his descending into hell. This is not the hell of the devil and punishment, but more akin to Hades where people then believed the dead went. The first letter of St Peter speaks of his visiting the souls
in prison which is taken to mean all the people who have died before him and have not been able to enter heaven because
he had not yet opened the gates. He goes to see these ones first and welcome them home.
“on the third day he rose again from dead” Sunday morning the women go to the tomb and find it empty. They meet and speak with Jesus alive. There is continuity (the healed wounds) and discontinuity (not recognising him immediately). He
is the same yet different. Death is no longer the end of our story. Human beings are created to live. Every Sunday,
remembering the resurrection, we gather and do what Jesus did and allow ourselves to leave behind us everything that
deadens us to life. What happened to Him happens to us.
“he ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty” The decision of the Trinity comes full circle with this image of Jesus returning to the Father whose will he always he followed and sitting in the position of
ultimate authority. The alienmation of humanity from the Creator is ended. We no longer have to grasp at straws to be in
union with God. All we need do is accept Jesus as Lord and Saviour and be at home with God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
May this time of the resurrection be for all of you a time of rich blessing.
Fr Adrian Farrelly
ST. AGATHA’S
YOUTH MINISTRY
PARISH OFFICE RELOCATED
Parish Office temporarily relocated to
St Agatha’s School Performing Arts Complex
until renovations of the Presbytery are completed.
Signage will direct you to the office
via the stairs to the left of the church.
Please note there is no parking
in the school grounds.
Conforming with school policy
all visitors must sign in
at the parish office reception.
Contact details are unchanged.
Mission: one heart, many voices Conference, on behalf
of Catholic Mission and Catholic Religious Australia invites parishioners to join with people in leadership from Catholic
organisations, ministries and communities to listen, converse
and experience the many diverse voices of the one heart of
mission. Topics include how to nurture young people within the parish, migrant and refugee contribution to parish life, how to
make parish life more vibrant for families, single people and
religious, inspiring parishioners to engage in the mission of the Church both locally and globally and much more. Join us on 29
April to 1 May at the Sydney Congress Hall. For more informa-
tion on the conference program and to register go to http://
mohmv.com.au/ If you have any questions please contact
David McGovern, Director, Archdiocese of Brisbane,
Ph: 3336 9239.
DINNER ROSTER
LifeTeen Mass
Sunday 5.30pm If you can assist with this ministry by providing
dinner to cater for 40-60 people please write your
name on the roster in main church foyer.
Please note: Costs incurred
are reimbursed with the pres-
entation of dockets to the parish
office. See notice board for
menu suggestions. Enquiries to
Catherine at the parish office on
32622859
ST AGATHA’S YOUTH MINISTRY TEAM
Next youth ministry meeting is on
Thursday 4th April at 7pm in the Church.
If you have any questions or ideas please contact
Anne O’Connor on 3256 6013 or 0419 796 988.
God and Me RETREAT DAY FOR YOUNG ADULTS
18 to 35 year olds
14 April 2013
Canossa Magdalen Centre 169 Seventeen Mile Rocks Rd, Oxley
9am—4pm with the celebration of Eucharist at 10am
Donation $15. RSVP 9 April ph Sr Trish 0426 136 354
Divine Mercy Sunday, April 7th
Devotions at Our Lady of Dolours, Mitchelton:
Mass at 10.00am with Devotions concluding at 12 noon
Confessions available
Enquiries: Fr. Terry Moynihan – ph. 3855 3246
World Youth Day 2013 Registrations Closing
April 8th!
In a few short months, Brazil will host the
next World Youth Day celebrations in Rio de Janerio. Be among the first in the world
to meet Pope Francis, hear him speak and
be inspired by the first-ever Latin Ameri-
can Pope!
Join Archbishop Mark Coleridge as he leads a delegation from
the Archdiocese of Brisbane on a 19 day pilgrimage (16 July – 2 August) that will include an immersion experience hosted by
the Columbans in Santiago, Chile.
Registrations for the Archdiocesan pilgrimage have been
extended until Monday, 8 April! Places on the pilgrimage are limited, so don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity
– register now!
For more information visit www.wydbrisbane.org.au or contact Youth & Children’s Ministry at youthminis-
THE SOUND OF MUSIC - 10 MAY 2013 - 18 MAY 2013
JAFA - FR BERNIE COSTIGAN CENTRE, ST JOSEPH'S SCHOOL, 30 ELDORADO ST, BRACKEN RIDGE QLD
Ticket prices are $15 Adult and $10 Student/concession.
Further enquiries please contact Anne Barklimore ph: 0410637642 e: [email protected]
EASTER - LITTLE WHITE BOOKS - Six minute reflections on the Sunday Gospels of Easter available at Piety Stall. $5.00 per copy.
AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY CHOIR will this year be celebrating 20 years of performance!
We are seeking contact details of former choristers so if
you would like to join in the celebrations send your
contact details to: [email protected] www.facebook.com/AcuBrisbaneChoir
Ph: 3623 7186
In our prayers we remember Those who have died: recently :
Fr Tim Norris, Josephine Slattery, Leo Roessler, Roald Skoien, Colin McQueen, Katherine Mahoney,
Jean Burchell, Joseph Goff, Carmelo Fiumara.
And those whose anniversaries occur about now:
Trevor Goldfinch, Miriam Deegan, Reg Shun Wah (Snr), Marilina Marmotta, Jack and Nancy Cahill, Keith Locke, Don Lane, Arlie Magee, Ita Bredhauer, Richard Wasson, Louis Lynch, Bob Santamaria, John Maynes, Evelyn Poulgrain,
Ron Power.
Those who are sick:
Maria Maczynski, Caitlin Yarde, Roberta Wright, Zara Burke, Sienna Emery, Bishop Michael Putney, Marina Rada,
Anthony Nicholas, Kathleen Hickey, Jenny and Nina Hummselshoj, Fr Brian Taylor, Cathy Sullivan, Babette Slater, Donna McGrane, Terasita Trisoglio, Barbara Kozak, Anne Nimmo, Vincent O’Connell,
Gregory Winch, Lyn Allen, Betty Schofield, Randal McFarlane, Lyn Gavison, Jyoti Bharadia, Dot McMaster, Mel Purwo,
Patricia Evans, Benedetta De Santi, Pam Farr, Patricia Woolhouse, Judy Freeman, Johnathon Adams, Sue Hall,
Rosaria Tieppo, Jennifer Baker, Maia Balsillie, Charles Kannengiesser, Ronald McCann, Alison Doust, Jonathan O’Brien, Peter Wood, Vera Jokic, Gabrielle Greathead, Tim Devlin, Loretta Giles. You will note a number of names which have been on the sick list for many months have been removed. If you would like to
have a name put back on please contact the parish office. Also a reminder to let us know when names are no longer required to
be shown on the list.
WOMEN’S NIGHT FORUM - Wednesday Evening, 1st May, 7.00pm - 9.30pm
Celebrating the resourcefulness of women in the modern world. Exploring new ways of nourishing our spirits and growing together in community and through women’s circles of support.
MC for the evening will be Kelly Higgins-Devine with a panel of speakers including Kathleen Noonan and Professor
Cindy Shannon. Joan Hendriks will offer the Welcome to Country. VENUE: St James' Parish Church, 165 Old Cleveland Rd, Coorparoo
Investment: Donation. RSVP: 24 April. Enquiries to Presentation Spirituality Centre, Manly., Ph (07) 3396 3290.
PROJECT COMPASSION. Please return your envelopes, boxes and other donations next weekend.
STEWARDSHIP
Worldwide Marriage Encounter: A weekend away for married couples in peaceful, picturesque surroundings – away from the distractions of everyday living. Take time out of your busy schedule, to invest in your most precious asset . . .
your Marriage! This is a unique opportunity to recharge your relationship batteries, refocus on each other and fall in love
all over again! Weekend date: 24 - 26 May 2013 Venue: Santa Teresa, Ormiston QLD . For bookings/details
contact: Tamara and Scott Menteith, ph (07) 4634 3559, [email protected] Information website: www.wwme.org.au
Catholics Returning Home – Get Connected
Join us for 6 sessions, “Catholics Returning Home”, Wednesdays from 17 April 7.30-9pm
at St Agatha’s Catholic Church, 52 Oriel Rd, Clayfield
Have you been away from the Church and you are seeking to reconnect and get an update on your Catholic faith? Perhaps you know someone who has left the Church? or just beginning to
worship with us again? Please invite them to join us – the yellow brochures at the doors of the
Church make excellent invitations. Let’s share the good news of our faith with others!
More info: Phone 3262 2859 St Agatha’s Parish Office (Mon Fri, 9am-4pm)
Feast in honour of the martyred Three Saints - Alfio, Filadelfo & Cirino
Sunday, 5 May 2013, Holy Cross, Church - Wooloowin
9:30am HOLY ROSARY
10:00am SOLEMN MASS celebrated by P. Maurizio Pettenà, Director of the Australian Catholic Migrant and Refugee
Office (ACMRO), Fr. Mauro Conte and sung by the St. Alfio choir. 12:00pm FOOD STALLS Including BBQ Italian sausages, steaks, arancini, porchetta, roasted chestnuts, granita, cannoli,
sweets, coffee, tea and drinks. Children’s entertainment; animal farm, pony rides, supa-chair swing, jumping castle and
face painting. Music by the acclaimed group VIVA.
2:00pm EXIT OF THE SAINTS & STREET PROCESSION
3:30pm ENTERTAINMENT VIVA continues, 5:30pm the powerful voice of Alfredo Malabello will leave you amazed.
WEEKEND TIMETABLE Masses: Saturday 6.00 pm
Sunday 7.00 am
9.00 am 5.30 pm
Reconciliation:
Saturday 5 pm – 5.30 pm Rosary: Before most masses
WEEKDAY TIMETABLE Mass: Monday 6.30 am Mass: Wednesday 9.00 am
Mass: Thursday 9.00 am
Mass: Friday 9.00 am
AFTER HOURS EMERGENCIES If you need to speak to a priest about an urgent
matter, please phone pager 3835 9885.
Baptismal Preparation Meeting
We hold a preparation session for baptism on the First Sunday of the
month after the 9.00 am Mass.
We celebrate baptism on the 3rd
and 4th Sundays of the month
except in Lent
For bookings and further information ,
please phone the parish office on
3262 2859.
Do you need transport to
a doctor's appointment?
Do you need a meal cooked for you?
Would you like someone
to visit you?
If you or someone you know would like
assistance with transport, meals or visits
please call St Agatha's Care & Concern
on 0419 988 811.
We are available and ready to help.
JUST CALL.
As a parishioner, do you have some time to give
to help in the above ministry?
Are you interested in helping to bring
parishioners to Mass? If you can help please contact the parish office
on 3262 2859 or
email:[email protected]
PARISH ROSTERS Please arrange a substitute if you are unavailable on your rostered day.
6.00pm 7.00am 9.00am 5.30pm READERS
30/31 March Readers as per volunteer’s sheets No Life Teen Mass
6/7 April Rachelle Brown Dianne Eden Anna Coventry Life Teen Mass
Marian Nolan Nick Eden Wilma O’Connell
Jane Arkinstall
COMMUNION MINISTERS
30/31 March Readers as per volunteer’s sheets No Life Teen Mass
6/7 April Trish Hickey Blue Doyle Peter Ryan Life Teen Mass
Gift Bearers are asked to write their names on the monthly sheet on table except for the Young Parishioners’ Mass and special
masses.
CHILDREN’S LITURGY
Children’s Liturgy will resume 22 April
ORGANISTS:
30/31 March Catriona McPherson Mark Leung Robyn Cuming
6/7 April Robyn Cuming Mark Leung Sr Marguerite
SANCTUARY CARERS:
6 April Victor Podesta, Jane Lynn
13 April Santina Catalano, Maria Fistrovic
Volunteers needed. These important ministries need more volunteers. Please contact Fr Farrelly or the Parish Office on
3262 2859 if you would like to help.
Readings - 7 April - 2nd Sunday of Easter
1st Reading: Acts 10:34,37-43; 2nd Reading: Col 3:1-4; Gospel: John 20:1-9
Parish Calendar April Easter Monday
Mass 6.30am
Thursday 4
St Agatha’s Youth
Ministry 7pm Church
Friday 5
First Friday
Exposition and
Benediction following
9am Mass
THE CATHOLIC LEADER-
Copies On Sale - $2.00
* Coverage of Pope Francis’ early
days leading the Church, and his
words of wisdom
* Many mourn the death of Fr Tim
Norris
* Archbishop to join Q&A panel on
Easter Monday
* Jesuit explains importance of St
Francis of Assisi to the order
* Students from 25 schools in arch-
diocese gather to focus on justice
for asylum seekers
