Parish Newsletter † 14th Mar 2010

Lent is a penitential season of prayer, self denial and helping others.

The whole Church prepares for Easter with those who are to be baptised. Other celebrations in Lent (e.g. marriage) must take account of the spirit of penance: musical instruments are only used to sustain singing and floral decorations are very simple.
Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are days of fast and abstinence. The law of fasting binds those who have completed their eighteenth year, until the beginning of their sixtieth year,; the law of abstinence binds those who have completed their fourteenth year (CCL 97, 1251-52).

Catholics are obliged to receive Holy Communion at least once a year, in Australia and New Zealand between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday.
In Lent, the Alleluia is omitted at Mass and at the Hours, even in celebration of solemnities and feasts.

FOODLINK

Puhoi - 2nd Sunday of the month - 14th Mar
Warkworth - 1st Sunday of the month - 4th Apr

Headlines from the March 14-27, 2010 issue of NZ Catholic:

Criticism of new Missal not helpful
Cardinal Williams turning 80
Atheist ad decision seen as good move
Catholics Bible habits disappoint
Theology now on tap in capital
Bobs your faithful uncle
Evangelise to counter materialism, Pope urges
Sophies Nazi resistance inspired by Cardinal Newman.

www.nzcatholic.co.nz

Prayer / Bible Study Group

The Prayer Group will be on Friday 26th March in the Church hall. We look forward to see your happy faces and would like to welcome newcomers also. The Prayer Chain is always in action. Contact Nos. Del 425 6056. Stella 422 7205, or Rose 425 7287 All are very welcome to come and join us.

FILM FUNDRAISER - "BRIGHT STAR"

Mercy Spirituality Centre is hosting a fundraiser on 21 March at 6.00pm at Bridgeway Theatre, Northcote, for the film "Bright Star". Jane Campion, who directed "The Piano", has now made a beautiful film about the short life of John Keats, the poet. For tickets, please telephone 6386238 for tickets ($20). Come and see it with us!

Retreat and Reflection Day at Mary MacKillop Centre 56 Selwyn Ave. Mission Bay, Auckland.

‘The God quest is to contemplate darkness and light’ D. O’Murchu A reflective day to prepare for the celebration of Holy Week... discovering the wisdom of Darkness and its Promise of Light. Friday 26th of March -10.0 a.m. – 3.0 p.m. Cost $20. Bring own lunch ... tea and coffee provided. Facilitator: Lyndall Brown rsj Registrations to lyndallb@clear.net.nz or ring 04 566 4510

Stations of the Cross

Stations of the Cross will be this Wednesday at 5.15pm in Warkworth.

First Communion and Confirmation

Lessons in preparation for First Communion and Confirmation will be taking place in the Parish Hall on Sunday mornings, starting TODAY at 9.30am March 7th. Sr Tina and Irena Roberts.

Any adult who has missed out ...

Any adult who has missed out on being Confirmed and would like to do it this year please contact Sr Tina 425 0936 or Fr Sean 425 8545.

St Bede’s College Old Boys Function

A informal social reunion for Old Boys of St Bedes College will be held at 4 Houchens Rd, Glenview, on Sunday 21 March 2010. The function will consist of a garden party commencing at 2.00pm Followed by an early Bar-b-que around the pool at 5.00pm. The function is completely informal, wives and partners most welcome. Should the weather be unfavourable for this outdoor function, alternative indoor arrangements have been made. We will advise all those registering of the parking arrangements to enable priority parking to be arranged. All those interested in attending please contact: BILL HOUSTON on telephone 07 8434 213 evenings no later than 16 March 2010.

Fantastic Opportunity for All Women!

Dove Fellowship North Shore invites all women to a special evening Wed 24 March 7.30pm St Joseph’s Centre 1 Fred Thomas Drive Takapuna. Gifted teacher Deacon Dave Marshall will speak on ‘Prepare the Way for the Lord’. We look forward to seeing you there. Contact Jo 09 424 4122

AVALON PARISH ST MARTIN de PORRES LOWER HUTT

Golden Jubilee celebrations for St Martin de Porres Avalon Lower Hutt will be held on the weekend of 17 & 18 July 2010 All former parishioners are cordially invited to attend Registration fee $25 per family to Secretary P.O. Box 46007 Park Avenue Lower Hutt as soon as possible.

CWL & Prayer Group members and anyone else who is interested.

Welcome to Anglican Women’s “Hostess” Day Thursday March 18th 11.00 am Short Service, 12.00. Lunch

Fr David Whelan MHM (Milford) has had a very difficult month.

He slipped and fell, cracking ribs. He then developed bad throat problems, which made it almost impossible to eat or drink. Over the last few weeks he has been in North Shore Hospital, St John Vianney House & Auckland Hospital. He was readmitted to Auckland yesterday, and was given a tracheotomy last night. He faces further treatment. Do keep him in prayer please. Some of this parish may remember him when he was Parish Priest up in Wellsford.

THE EUCHARISTIC CONVENTION 2010

Friday 9th of April beginning with Mass at 7.30pm and concluding on Sunday 11th April by 5.00pm. WESTLAKE BOYS HIGH SCHOOL, 30 FORREST HILL ROAD, TAKAPUNA, NORTH SHORE. More information about the Convention is at www.eucharistic-convention.com. Magda Brown coming to talk to us; a Jewish woman who suffered so tragically simply because she was a Jew. Michael Willesee representing the media which has such a powerful influence over all of us today. Father Donald Calloway’s life is testament enough to the power of God in searching out labourers for His vineyard. Plus More.

Mahitahi
Catholic Overseas Volunteers

Volunteer Vacancies:

Carpentry/Building Instructor, Solomon Is
Don Bosco Technical Institute requires assistance with instruction of carpentry and general trades.
Term: 3 months
Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and experience in teaching practical trade skills, including carpentry, and an ability to work cross culturally.
Builder, Solomon Is
Don Bosco Technical Institute requires assistance with project managing building two new staff houses.
Term: 2-3 months
Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and experience in building, and an ability to work cross culturally.
Builder / Engineer/ Project Manager, PNG
The Diocese of Aitape, PNG requires assistance rebuilding Parish churches and community facilities, destroyed in the 1998 Tsunami.
Term: 1 year - 2 years
Qualifications: Experience in construction and building, project management, and an ability to work cross culturally.
Organisational Management Advisor, Fiji
Tutu Rural Training Centre, Taveuni, Fiji, requires an advisor in Organisational Management to establish governance structures and to document policies and procedures. The assignment may require a number of short visits periodically to assist with this process.
Term: 1-2 weeks with possible follow up 6 months later.
Qualifications: Experience in organisational management, boards of governance, developing policies and procedures, and an ability to work cross culturally.

If none of these projects suit you, but you are interested in volunteering, visit Mahitahi’s website to register your skills anyway: www.mahitahi.org

For all positions: Local community assistance is sought to cover air travel, medical and insurance costs. Accommodation and a basic local allowance is provided. For more information, or to apply visit www.mahitahi.org, or contact Mahitahi directly to speak to Christina. Applications will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Please apply immediately.

Warkworth Catholic Hall

For Warkworth Catholic Hall Bookings - Please phone 425-8950

HUMOUR

Mirror, Mirror

Legend has it that there is a bar in New York where, in the ladies room, there is a very special mirror. If one stands in front of the mirror and tells the truth, one is granted a wish. However, if one tells a lie... Poof. They are instantly swallowed up by the mirror, never to be seen again.

Sooooo, a redhead of questionable looks walks into the ladies room, stands before the mirror and says, "I think I'm the most beautiful woman in the world." Poof. The mirror swallows her.

Next, a rather large brunette stands before the mirror and says, "I think I'm the sexiest woman alive." Poof. The mirror swallows her.

Then, an absolutely gorgeous blonde comes in and stands before the mirror and says, "I think......" Poof.

Living Justly in Aotearoa newsletter

Will be only by email now. Please send your postal address to Kevin at PO Box 68419, Newton, Auckland 1145 for those who haven’t got access to the internet.
Otherwise Email: livingjustlyinaotearoa@gmail.com.

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REUNIONS & REGULAR NOTICES

To all past pupils and Staff of St Josephs’ School Dannevirke

We are planning our 100th Jubilee of the school. This is planned for Saturday the 20th March 2010. For more information on this event and to register your interest please contact via this e-mail address: dvkestjo100@windowslive.com or phone 06 3747910

ST JOSEPHS CONVENT ONEHUNGA - CLASS REUNION.

This is being organised for April 18th 2010, for Standards 3 and 4 in year 1951. For information and registration please contact Imelda on Phone 09 2369432 or email imelda.clifton@gmail.com

We are celebrating the arrival...

We are celebrating the arrival of the Sisters of Our Lady of the Missions and 125 years of Catholic education in Pukekohe 1885-2010 the weekend of 25-26 June 2010. Come and join us, meet friends, share memories and have fun. Register your interest by email pukejubilee@gmail.com or phone 027 347 3698.

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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