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Our Lady of Fatima Parish was established in 1951.
It is a lively Parish with many groups involved in a caring community.
Our motto is
"Together Celebrate One Vision."
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Saturday: 8.00am
Vigil: 5.30 pm
Sunday: 8.00am, 9.30am, 6.00pm
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 7.00am
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9.15am |
Parish Team
Mgr Kerry A Bayada PP
Fr Kim Ha
Fr. Moses Sejin Kim
Pastoral Associates: Mrs. Maree Ataya & Sr Gisella.
Parish Secretary: Dianne Milton
A/Secretary : Julie Kirton
Office Hours:
Monday—Friday 9.00 am—4.00 pm
Phone: 9524 7283 - 9525 6422
Fax: 9540 4820
Email: olofcar@bigpond.net.au
Fr Kerry: kbayada@bigpond.net.au
Dianne Milton: d.milton@bigpond.net.au
Schools
Our Lady of Fatima Primary School - Phone (02) 9524 9980
De La Salle College Caringbah - Phone (02) 9524 9133 | |
Third Sunday of Advent –December 11, 2011
Dear Fellow Parishioners,
We have come to the Third Sunday of Advent and the church recognizes that we are coming close the Christmas and in its Liturgy this Sunday it rejoices in anticipation. As a consequence the priest may wear Rose coloured vestments.
As we are only two weeks away from Christmas I recommend you take a copy of the times for Masses and reconciliation if you haven’t done so already. It would be good if you wish to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation that you do so early. We also are having a 2nd Rite on Tuesday week December 20th at 7.30 pm when we hope to have a number of priest available to help us.
Last Tuesday I was asked to be on a panel of people to speak about our vocation. This was at the Leadership Training Course that Fr. Kim is on at Bringelly. It was a very pleasant morning. There were two priests, a Marist Brother, two Sisters and a seminarian on the panel. It was very interesting to hear their stories. All different but with some similarities. Fr. Kim is enjoying it very much. He will return to Caringbah on December 18th.
We offer our sympathy to the Dorigato family on the death of Ricardo who died during the week. His funeral will be next Thursday. May he rest in peace. Also during the week I heard of the death of Br Paul Leary, a Christian Brother who had been Principal at St. Patrick’s College, Sutherland and Waverley College. He was a very fine person. May he rest in peace.
Yours in Christ, Kerry.
Recently Deceased: Ricardo Dorigato, Carmel Romeo, Irene Storey, June O’Neill, Fr. Con Keogh, (Founder of Grow), Ted Collins, Ray Rix, Carmel Collings, Lewis Garrett, John Timilty, Fr. William Robley, Norma Purcell, Jill Rennie, Joyce McCarthy, John Holley, Hazel Shallala.
Anniversaries: Bruno Riccio, Josefa Valdivia, Rosa Bongiorno, Bruce Freeland.
Also: John & Veronica Sorbell and the Bucek Family, Noel Charlton, John Druon, Andrea, Alessandra, Achille & Maria Giardini, Stuart Terry, Ted O’Brien, Bernie and Greg Whealing, Marge Loxley, Stefano and Caterina Zappia, John Foy, Jack Raftery, Denis Davis, Rhonda Shallala , Mary and Joseph Bigeni, Oriente & Maria Simoneschi, Giuseppe & Carmela Zappia, Bernie Sheehan, Dorothy Newman, Frank Doyle, deceased members of the Harris, Harrison, Griffin, Newman, Harrison, Families, family. Josef & Anthony Zavada, the souls of all the faithful departed.
May they rest in peace.
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Mass Readings
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Third Sunday of Advent, Year B
1st Reading: A reading from the prophet Isaiah 61:1-2.10-11
I exult for Joy in the Lord.
2nd Reading: A Reading from the first letter of St Paul to the Thessalonians 5:16-24
May you all be kept blameless, spirit, soul and body, for the coming of our lord Jesus Christ.
Gospel: A Reading from the Holy Gospel according to John 1:6-8. 19-28
There stands among you, unknown to you, the one who is coming after me.
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Parish Bulletin
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Communion to the Sick
December 11, 2011 - Van Bucek and Brian McGregor
December 18, 2011 - Margaret Allenby and Betty Dunn
Baptism
We welcome into our church family through the waters of Baptism Jake Barnes, Brandon Bova, Chloe Cashman, Isabella Komon and Rock Reddy. Through Baptism we pray that they will love and serve the Lord always.
Planned Giving Envelopes
Parishioners are requested to pick up their Planned Giving envelopes from the table in the foyer. You may wish to contribute monthly with your credit card. Please contact Dianne at the Office. Many thanks for your continued support and generosity.
Catechist News
Thank you for welcoming our new Catechist Co-ordinator Norma Eblamo with such enthusiasm and care! Thank you for your kindness and friendship to me over the years. I will miss you! To each and every one of you I wish you and your precious families Christmas blessings of Peace, Joy, Hope and Love. May the New Year 2012 be blessed with all things good! Sr. Gisella
St Vincent De Paul Society
Christmas Cards in packets of 10 for $6.00 and Columban Calenders for $8.00 are available from the piety stall.
Circle of Mercy
The Circle of Mercy Associates are invited to Mass on Tuesday 13 December at 9.15 followed by Christmas morning tea with the Tuesday Prayer Group. Could some ladies please bring a plate.
Sunday Morning Tea
Next Sunday December 18 after the 9.30am Mass everyone is invited to morning tea. Please come and enjoy the company of other parishioners over a cuppa.
Thank you
There is a beautiful children’s story book called ‘The Invisible String’ by Patrice Karst. It speaks about the fact that people who care for each other are always connected by a very special string made of love. Even though you can’t see it with your eyes, you can feel it with your heart and know that you are always connected to the ones who have become a special part of your life story and life journey. And so it is for me...as I say farewell again, I add a message of heartfelt thanks for faith and friendship shared. I will be continuing my ministry within the Church in the Sutherland Shire focusing on Faith Education and the Sacraments of Initiation with Children and their Families, Spirituality and Spiritual Direction. May you be blessed abundantly this Christmas and throughout the New Year! May the ‘invisible string’ of faith and friendship continue to keep us connected! In gratitude, Gisella
CHRISTMAS MINISTRIES
Christmas Eve Mass at 4pm, 6pm and 8pm
Midnight Mass
Christmas Day Mass at 8am and 9.30am
On the table in the foyer there is a sign-up sheet for all Christmas Masses. We need Readers, Families to be involved in the Offertory Procession, Commentators, someone to bring in Baby Jesus, Coordinators of the Collections etc, etc. Thank you for your generosity!
The Christmas Story in Carols – a program from the Grail Singers. Wednesday 14 December, 7.30pm at St Mary MacKillop Chapel, Mount St, North Sydney. All welcome.
CHRISTMAS AT ST MARY’S 2011
(all welcome, admission free). The Christmas Story - Catholic Students Art Exhibition. Up to 90 inspired artwork pieces showcasing the creative talent of young Catholic students from Years 5 and 6 will be presented in an exhibition – “The Christmas Story”. One artwork will win the Cardinal's trophy. Open to the public Mondays to Friday through December in the Crypt of St Mary's Cathedral. 10am to 4pm.
Annual Christmas Carols Service and Readings - Friday, 16 December 7.30pm. The Cathedral’s spectacular and renowned Christmas Carols Service and Readings with the St Mary’s choir, in the presence of Cardinal Pell. The evening will consist of a rich selection of traditional carols and liturgical Christmas music.
Our Lady of Mercy College Burraneer
Announces the Retirement of Ms Celina Fernandez after 40 years of dedication and service to the College. All past and present students, parents and teaching colleagues are invited to celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving on Wednesday 14th December, 2011 at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Caringbah at 5.00 pm followed by a light supper. Please RSVP the College for catering purposes. Phone: 9544 1966.
More Commonwealth Supported Places at The University of Notre Dame Australia
The University of Notre Dame Australia is offering more Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) to domestic students enrolling at the University from 2012 onwards and will be offering them in a broader range of courses. Benefits of these additional CSPs will flow directly to Notre Dame’s new domestic students, many of whom will be eligible to take out HECS-HELP loan in courses. Further information contact the Prospective Students Office on (02) 8204 4404 or at sydney@nd.edu.au.
The Third Week of Advent
On the First Sunday of Advent we lit the candle of HOPE and LONGING and last week the candle of PEACE. This week, we light a flame of JOY, as we recall with gratitude what God has given.
Come Lord Jesus, Come!
You are the way, the truth and life!
The Jesse Tree
Our Jesse Tree in the Church Foyer is an amazing symbol of Jesus’ Family Tree.
“So all the generations from Abraham to David are fourteen generations;
and from David to the deportation to Babylon, fourteen generations;
and from the deportation to Babylon to the Messiah, fourteen generations.”
Matthew 1:17
Did you know?
¬The nativity scene or crib is said to have been first created by St. Francis of Assisi after he returned from the Holy Land where he had visited the birthplace of Jesus. St. Francis used live animals. ¬The Christmas Tree is said to have started with St. Boniface (c690-755), the man credited with bringing Christianity to Germany. It was an early example of what we call inculturation!¬
Tai Chi
Next week will be the last Tai Chi session for 2011. Tai Chi will recommence Tuesday morning February 7, 2012 at 8.50am in the Courtyard. All welcome at no cost.
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Hearts on Fire Ministries
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Hearts on Fire Ministries
Spark will be available this coming Saturday the 17th of December from 1:30-4:00pm in Keller Hall, and will include a variety of games and activities for the youth. This will be open from Years 4 to 6.
A new youth program for years 7 to 10 called Ignite will also be available from 4:00-5:30pm in the youth centre at Keller Hall on Saturday 17th December, and includes a variety of games and activities. Dinner will be available from 5:30-6:00pm at a cost of $2.00.
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Sutherland Shire Activities
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- Bible Study. Last Tuesday of each month, 8pm. Star of the Sea Miranda. For details contact shireactive8@gmail.com.
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Readers Next Week
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December 18, 2011 A/V Operator Commentator First Reader Second Reader
Saturday Vigil Madonna Cargando Peter Faber Margaret Cartwright Dianka Pons
Sunday 8 am Bowen Fox Arch Willis John Ferlazzo Pat Lawson
Sunday 9.30am Michelle Belton Jill Sweeting Marilyn Batman Angela Cofini
Sunday 6.00pm Deb Lindsell & Kate Gamsaragan Jaryd Cresswell Ethan Harvey
Anthony Thornton
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Prayers for the Sick
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Please Pray for the Sick
Thank you for the prayers:- Prayers for Maria, John, Joe, Van, Dylan, Norma, Leo, Michelene, Peter S., Jeanette, Jill, Kurt, Baby Thomas, Baby Stephen, Lisa, Joshua, Carol, Peter, Anne, Cheryl, Kathie, Kathleen, Jim, Therese, Brian, Clarke.
Prayer requests to Wendy O’Brien on 9524 2773.
Thank you for your constant prayer support.
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Catholic Weekly
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Catholic Weekly
· Marriage Act – ‘Let’s not legislate for lesser good,’ says bishop
· We need to make the disabled welcome
· New head for inter-diocesan tribunal
· A visit to the place where Jesus was born
· Immigration department pulls rug from under student’s feet
You can purchase your Catholic Weekly from the Church foyer for only $2.00.
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Are You New to Our Parish?
"Welcome to our Parish Family".
Please come and introduce yourself to one of our Priests after Mass or come and
say hello at the Parish Office during the week.
If we can assist you in any way please do not hesitate to contact us. | |
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