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Parish Newsletter †
August 17th 2008
First Communion – 24th August 10.30am Mass
Jonathan Keet, Raymond Carter, Mikaere Timai and Nanang Tabokai.
Next Children’s Mass – 21st September 10.30am.
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Confirmation - November 2nd
Confirmation will be celebrated on November 2nd at the 10.30am Mass There are 12 candidates so far.
Confirmation meeting in preparation for the Mass will take place 12 October at 11.30am - after the 10.30 Mass in the Parish Hall.
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Foodlink
Warkworth 1st Sunday of the Month 7th Sept
Puhoi 2nd Sunday of the Month 14th Sept
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30th Birthday Reunion of Mt Tabor Trust Community on Labour Weekend 2008.
Contact Mike, Marie, Joanne on 09 4209701 or at mt.tabor@xtra.co.nz
See old friends, eat, dance, take the bus tour, see the home movies…
Remember we started in Grey Lynn in 1978, had Everybody’s shops in K’Rd and farms in Kaukapakapa and Helensville.
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“Welcome Rejoice and Come In”
Prayer and Bible Study:
Friday 29th August in the Hall after 11.00am Mass We have lunch and a cup of tea before we start with a warm welcome to any interested in our relaxed enthusiastic meetings.
At present the themes are following the readings of the following Sunday.
Enquiries. Stella 422 7205 Del 425 6056.
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Quiet Day Retreat.
Sr Mary Maitland will be leading a retreat held at Totara Park on Saturday 30th August, 10.00am – 3.00pm and hosted by the Anglican Church. Please bring a plate for a shared lunch. Tea, coffee, juice provided.
A collection will be taken towards a Koha for Sr Mary’s travel and materials.
Please ring Mary Starr 425 8755 if you have any queries.
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Dove Fellowship North Shore
Mid Winter Café Night
He has prepared a table for you!
Wednesday 20 August 7.30pm – 9.30pm
St Joseph’s Centre 1 Fred Thomas Drive Takapuna
All Women Warmly Invited
Contact: Jo 09 424 4122 Angela 486 3444
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Blue Chilly Bag
A Blue Chilly Bag which was left in the hall on World Day is in the care of Sr Tina so please see her or Lauren for the return to the rightful owner. Thankyou.
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An invitation....
An invitation is offered to anyone interested in attending one of the Dominican Summer Schools with Dr Barbara Reid OP a biblical scholar and teacher, who will speak under the general theme of Communities of Hope in a Chaotic World. Programmes will be offered in Dunedin, Auckland and Wellington in early January 2009.
Early bird discount for applications received by 30 September 2008.
For further details and application forms, please contact; Dominican Summer School, c/- 68 Tyne Street, Mosgiel, 9024.
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WELLINGTON HOME TO RENT IN SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Lovely large family home in St Bernard's Parish, Brooklyn – close to central city. Sleeps 9+. $150 per night.
Available 18 Sept to 17 Oct. For more info email Mary Goodwin owenandmary@paradise.net.nz or phone 04 934 0069.
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Catholic Communications:
Our bishops have issued a reflection on issues of relevance to all of us and to our society as we come closer to the General Election. While not endorsing specific parties, the bishops have reflected on the sorts of ethical issues and situations confronting Catholic voters this year, and have pointed to appropriate Church teachings as these impinge on events and policies in the news. You are invited to read the full statement at www.catholic.org.nz/statements/0808_elections.php
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Project Rachel
Project Rachel is a Healing Ministry offered through the Catholic Church and open to all faiths
In Auckland on Saturday September 6th Project Rachel and Rachel’s Vineyard is offering a Day Retreat.
Time 9.30am, Finish 5.00pm: Lunch and refreshments provided. Retreat is free of charge.
Bookings are confidential; for more information and to Register; please ring
Pauline 09- 2501470; Pauline@fli.org.nz A safe place to be still and know that God is near ;
The Retreats are for any woman or man suffering after the loss of a child including a loss through miscarriage, stillbirth and abortion. The day includes a Gospel Reflection- a quiet time – a time to share – A Catholic Priest is available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation/ Spiritual Direction and the day ends with a memorial service.
This is a unique, beautiful opportunity to give honour and dignity to your lost child.
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Have you heard of Trade Aid?
Giving people in Kenya the chance to work themselves out of poverty – with fair wages, working conditions, and control over their money rather than large corporations., buying and selling. Enquiries phone Lilian 422-5254
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REUNIONS & REGULAR NOTICES
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50TH JUBILEE ST PIUS X SCHOOL, Glen Innes
Friday 19 September - Sunday 21 September 2008
All past pupils, teachers, friends and family are invited to participate in the various activities during the weekend. Registration forms are available from the school office – ph 528 7257 or email: office@saintpiusx.school.nz or can be downloaded from the school website www.saintpiusx.school.nz
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St Joseph’s School Orakei
Is celebrating its Jubilee on the weekend of the 18th and 19th October.
Celebrations will include a Jubilee Dinner at the Ellerslie Convention Centre on Saturday October and a mass on Sunday 19th October, followed by a picnic in the school grounds.
Please contact Kate O’Connor on Ph 09 529 9279 or 021 656 684 or Bridget Turner on 09 521 0995 or 021 221 6523, alternatively stevet@sjorakei.school.nz for further information and to register your interest in these events.
Please also pass this information to any other past pupils whom you may be in contact with.
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ST MARY’S SCHOOL, NORTHCOTE, AUCKLAND
75TH JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS
Dates: Labour Weekend – 24-26 October 2008
The present community of St Mary’s School, Northcote, would love to welcome all past pupils, teachers, staff and anyone who has had a connection with the school over the years to our 75th Jubilee celebrations over Labour Weekend. Register your interest by contacting (09) 418 4333; email or access our web site: www.stmarys-school.ac.nz go to the Jubilee 75 tab.
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ST JOSEPH’S SCHOOL DARGAVILLE CENTENNIAL 25 - 26th OCTOBER
“Past pupils, parents and staff of St Joseph’s School, Dargaville, formerly known as St Joseph’s Convent School, the 100 year anniversary celebrations are being held this year on 25 and 26 October.”
REGISTRATIONS ARE AVAILABLE NOW BY COMPLETING AND POSTING THE ENCLOSED FORM.TO: St Joseph’s School Dargaville, Charlotte St, Dargaville 0310. PH: 094398639 Email. For more information there is a notice on board in back of Church.
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St Mary's College Reunion
The 1951 Third Forms of St Mary's College, Ponsonby, Auckland are holding a reunion on Sunday 19th October 2008, commencing with Mass in the Old St Mary's Chapel at 11.30am, followed by lunch and a tour of the current college facilities. Enrolment essential. For further information please phone Kathryn Schollum (09) 571 2399
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St Philomena's Ex Pupils Association-Dunedin 75th Jubilee
To be held Labour weekend 24-26th October 2008 - all interested expupils and teachers please contact Ann O'Brien at annobrien@xtra.co.nz or 6 Earls Road St Clair Dunedin
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Wheelchair Available ...
The Caring Group has provided a Wheelchair for the use of for any parishioner who may require it. Enquiries to Moira 425 0232 or Patsy 422 9915.
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Catholic Development Fund
We urge that you give some thought to a regular savings plan and deposit any funds not immediately required into a Savings Account with the Catholic Development Fund. The impact of that support on all parishes would be immense and you earn 3%-5% interest.
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