St Patrick's Cathedral Parramatta Cathedral Office: 1 Marist Place Parramatta NSW 2150 Telephone 02 8839 8400 Web: http://www.stpatscathedral.com.au Sunday 2 February The Presentation of the Lord EMERGENCY CALLS ANYTIME Ph: 0417 848 522 STAFF CONTACT DETAILS Dean & Parish Priest Very Rev Fr Robert Bossini 8839 8420 or [email protected]Assistant Priest, Rev Chris del Rosario 8839 8423 or [email protected]Deacon Rev Roderick Pirotta [email protected]Office Hours 9.00 am to 4.00 pm Receptionist: Donna Missio (M,T,Th,F) 8839 8400 or [email protected]Parish Secretary: Pat Preca (Mon-Fri) 8839 8412 or [email protected]Finance Admin : Mili Lee 8839 8415 or [email protected]Sacramental Coordinator: Meg Gale (Tue only) 8839 8415 or [email protected]Director of Music: Bernard Kirkpatrick 8839 8400 [email protected]Liturgy Coordinator/Sacristan Fr Chris del Rosario Youth Coordinator Fr Chris del Rosario 8839 8416 or [email protected]Please Note: Baptisms are celebrated in the Cathedral on most Sundays. Check for exceptions. Family members and guests must be present at the Cathedral at least 15 minutes before the usual time of 12.45pm. Download baptism form at www.stpatscathedral.com.au Preparation is essential and may be completed prior to the birth of the child. Weddings are by appointment only. Contact the Parish Secretary. For more information regarding: First Holy Communion and Confirmation: Please contact the Sacramental Coordinator. To hire the Cloister Function rooms please call 8839 8400 or email [email protected]St Patrick’s Gift Shop (located in Murphy House) Gift Shop Manager Mindy Mercado Tues 10am-2pm Wed-Fri - 10.00am-3pm Sun 9am-1pm Closed Mon & Sat Email: [email protected]Dear friends, With today’s feast we divert slightly from the Ordinary calendar and return to the Christmas story. We hear in the Gospel of Jesus being presented in the temple as part of the usual and customary rites of the Jewish religion [Exodus 13:1.11-16]. While the parents of Jesus obey the Law in all its direcves, we hear of strange and mysterious happenings as Jesus is presented. Simeon gives his prophecy about the ministry and life of Jesus – saying that he will be a sign of contradicon and that he will herald the rise and fall of many [Luke 2:28-32], in what is known as the Nunc dimis, the cancle recited at Compline or Night Prayer. We hear Anna, the daughter of Phanuel coming into the scene and proclaims Jesus’ part in the deliverance of Israel [Luke 2:36-38]. The reading concludes with Mary and Joseph returning to Galilee. Here we have the beginning of the ‘hidden years’ of Jesus, those years where he grew under the authority and guidance of Mary and Joseph and where he grew and matured in the favour of God [Luke 2:39-40]. The next we hear of Jesus is when he encounters John the Bapst and begins his public ministry. Tradionally today is the foreth day of Christmas. Though the Christmas season ended with the Epiphany, the Presentaon brings us back to some of the Christmas themes. The feast becomes a lead into the Lent and Easter seasons where our redempon through the Death and Resurrecon of Jesus is celebrated. The Feast of the Presentaon was first observed in the Eastern Church as "The Encounter ." In the sixth century, it began to be observed in the West: in Rome with a more penitenal character and in France with solemn blessings and processions of candles, popularly known as Candlemas . The theme of light is prominent in this celebraon. In John ’ s Gospel Jesus proclaims himself as the Light of the World [John 8:12-20]. The Cancle of Simeon [vv. 28-32] takes on a significant appeal as we recognise the link between this feast and the Lent/Easter celebraon. We hear Simeon, a very upright and devout man who lived in the light of the Holy Spirit [Luke 2:25] proclaiming the fulfilment of God’s prophecy in the person of this Child. He was expecng a me when the Lord would bring comfort to the people and that he would see death unl he laid eyes on the Messiah of God. In this encounter with Mary, Joseph and the Child Jesus, we see that this prophecy is indeed fulfilled. In this Cancle Simeon pronounces the future mission and ministry of Jesus. This Child is to be the salvaon promised by God and a revelaon to all peoples. Luke again menons this salvaon to the ends of the earth at the final secon of his second volume, the Acts of the Apostles. Where Paul states ‘this salvaon of God has been sent also to the Genles, and they will listen’ [Acts 28:28]. At the conclusion of all these prophecies, Luke presents a more human and personal touch to the story. We hear that when Mary and Joseph had carried out all that was needed of the Law, they returned to their hometown of Nazareth in Galilee. At the house of Nazareth, the Child grew in stature and strength, since he was filled with the Holy Spirit and the grace of God was upon him [Luke 39-40]. The secon immediately following this scene recounts the very traumac episode when Jesus remains in the Temple with the elders while Mary and Joseph, unaware of this absence, return home aſter having celebrated the Passover in Jerusalem. This secon also adds light on the ‘hidden years’ of Jesus as it states that he ‘connues to be under their authority’ and that ‘he increased in wisdom and in age’ [Luke 2:51-52]. We next meet the adult Jesus as he is bapsed by John in the Jordan [Luke 3:21-22]. In these hidden years in Nazareth Jesus receives his educaon and formaon under the direcon and care of Mary and Joseph. As they came to terms with all that had occurred From the Dean’s Desk
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St Patrick's Cathedral Parramatta Cathedral Office: 1 Marist Place Parramatta NSW 2150
Dear friends, With today’s feast we divert slightly from the Ordinary calendar and return to the Christmas story. We hear in the Gospel of Jesus being presented in the temple as part of the usual and customary rites of the Jewish religion [Exodus 13:1.11-16]. While the parents of Jesus obey the Law in all its directives, we hear of strange and mysterious happenings as Jesus is presented. Simeon gives his prophecy about the ministry and life of Jesus – saying that he will be a sign of contradiction and that he will herald the rise and fall of many [Luke 2:28-32], in what is known as the Nunc dimittis, the canticle recited at Compline or Night Prayer. We hear Anna, the daughter of Phanuel coming into the scene and proclaims Jesus’ part in the deliverance of Israel [Luke 2:36-38]. The reading concludes with Mary and Joseph returning to Galilee. Here we have the beginning of the ‘hidden years’ of Jesus, those years where he grew under the authority and guidance of Mary and Joseph and where he grew and matured in the favour of God [Luke 2:39-40]. The next we hear of Jesus is when he encounters John the Baptist and begins his public ministry. Traditionally today is the fortieth day of Christmas. Though the Christmas season ended with the Epiphany, the Presentation brings us back to some of the Christmas themes. The feast becomes a lead into the Lent and Easter seasons where our redemption through the Death and Resurrection of Jesus is celebrated.
The Feast of the Presentation was first observed in the Eastern Church as "The Encounter." In the sixth century, it began to be observed in the West: in Rome with a more penitential character and in France with solemn blessings and processions of candles, popularly known as Candlemas. The theme of light is prominent in this celebration. In John’s Gospel Jesus proclaims himself as the Light of the World [John 8:12-20].
The Canticle of Simeon [vv. 28-32] takes on a significant appeal as we recognise the link between this feast and the Lent/Easter celebration. We hear Simeon, a very upright and devout man who lived in the light of the Holy Spirit [Luke 2:25] proclaiming the fulfilment of God’s prophecy in the person of this Child. He was expecting a time when the Lord would bring comfort to the people and that he would see death until he laid eyes on the Messiah of God. In this encounter with Mary, Joseph and the Child Jesus, we see that this prophecy is indeed fulfilled. In this Canticle Simeon pronounces the future mission and ministry of Jesus. This Child is to be the salvation promised by God and a revelation to all peoples. Luke again mentions this salvation to the ends of the earth at the final section of his second volume, the Acts of the Apostles. Where Paul states ‘this salvation of God has been sent also to the Gentiles, and they will listen’ [Acts 28:28]. At the conclusion of all these prophecies, Luke presents a more human and personal touch to the story. We hear that when Mary and Joseph had carried out all that was needed of the Law, they returned to their hometown of Nazareth in Galilee. At the house of Nazareth, the Child grew in stature and strength, since he was filled with the Holy Spirit and the grace of God was upon him [Luke 39-40]. The section immediately following this scene recounts the very traumatic episode when Jesus remains in the Temple with the elders while Mary and Joseph, unaware of this absence, return home after having celebrated the Passover in Jerusalem. This section also adds light on the ‘hidden years’ of Jesus as it states that he ‘continues to be under their authority’ and that ‘he increased in wisdom and in age’ [Luke 2:51-52]. We next meet the adult Jesus as he is baptised by John in the Jordan [Luke 3:21-22]. In these hidden years in Nazareth Jesus receives his education and formation under the direction and care of Mary and Joseph. As they came to terms with all that had occurred
during the presentation and purification – while holding all this in their hearts – they never failed in the central aspect of the family – that of forming their children in the ways of faith. These hidden years and the formation provided by Mary and Joseph helped Jesus to come to an appreciation of his vocation as the Son of God, and to make the decision to begin his public ministry in the Synagogue in Galilee after receiving John’s baptism and being purified in the desert [Luke 4:14-30]. Parents have the duty and privilege of raising their children in such a way that they
grow up to become good and responsible citizens as well as committed children of
God. The example of Joseph and Mary show us that the best way to achieve this is by
leading the way and showing them by the example of our own lives.
This is why as a Parish community and as a Diocese [Goal 1: Faith in Our Future,
Diocesan Pastoral Plan] we should do all in our power to ensure that the family unit
and the role of parenting are upheld, sustained and assisted as much as possible. Our
Gospel today tells us that Jesus ‘grew to maturity and was filled with wisdom; and
God’s favour was with him’ [v. 40]. This should be the aim and goal of every family for
their children. Let us pray for and assist our families as best we can.
Fr Bob Bossini, Dean and Parish Priest
LITURGICAL CALENDAR
February
Sun 2 The Presentation of the Lord
Readings: Malachi 3:14-he; b 2:14-18;lk 2:22-40
Fri 7 St Patrick’s Primary - Opening School Mass - 9.15am
First Friday Devotions - 6.30pm - Blessed Sacrament Chapel
EVENTS CALENDAR February
Tues 4 Sacraments of Initiation - Remembering Baptism - 7.30pm
March
Mar 17 St Patrick’s Day Business Breakfast
Mar 22 St Patrick’s Festival
After a well deserved break, St Pat’s choir is returning this weekend. Hope you
all had a wonderful ‘time off’ from music and are as keen to return as we are to
enjoy your music and voices.
Also, morning tea at the Cloister Café returns this weekend.
Come and have a big chin wag with fellow parishioners.
Must be lots to catch up on.
St Patrick’s Gift Shop We stock, Religious Goods and Ethical Products to celebrate Sacraments and
other special moments in your life.
OPEN: Tuesday 10am –2pm, Wed to Friday 10am – 3pm Sunday 9am –1pm. CLOSED: Mondays and Saturdays. Come and check out our new layout and stock. We have cards for most occasions.
For the sick: Margaret Smith, Annalyn Tuimatafanua, Cora Mercardo, Bernadette Jackson, Mena & George, Noeline DeSilva, Fr Kevin Walsh, Elizabeth Clark, K Donovan, Yvonne Malouf,
Paul Peters, R Spinks, M Wilson & Dr Barry Wilson, S Webb (Patti M’s daughter), Krha, Lucy & fam, R & L Spinks, C Larkin, J McDermott, Joanne Uccello, Daisy, June Barrett, R Ackerman,
Special Intentions: Nell & Cipriano Gomes & family, Newman family, George Bitar, Nell & Cipriano Gomes & family, Gertrude Fonseca & family, Freeda & family, Joseph & Jeena, Lin
family, Jesus & BVM, Raveen, Naleen Tian, Bartolome & Clara Cabezas, Stephen Senjak, Anita Ramirez, Nicole Slatter, Tian, Sonja Lipec, Doreen Sen, Rita Thakkar, Sien Wei, Sien Yu
Phua, L. Urquia, R. Gavilla, J. Del Mar, M.
Recently Deceased: Kylie Ward, Judith Soso, Patrick Lee
Deceased: Phua J Tong, Phua T Pong, Heng J Eng, Doyle D’Costa, Michael Nincevic, Felix, Emily & Kenneth, Mathan John & family, Koopelian, Samual, Anthony & Butler families
Death Anniversaries: Leslie Niblett, Paul So Nguyen, Judy Gallagher, Ronald Belcher, Marija & Ivan Pavlovec, Miro Simicevic, Gracy Rodricks, Bernard Rodricks
Perpetuals: Paula Loto’aniu, Peter Van Tilburg, Margaret Angela Roberts, Norm Hector, Sally & Frank Martlew, Sherwood Family, Pat & Jim Hartman, Royan & Andrews families, Don
Andrews, Juliet Noronha, Dr Joseph Malouf, Abel Moses, Jimmy & Anna & Frank Grainda, Frank Agostino, Bernadette Melhen and Sally Boujandy, Jack Barrett, Ann O’Brien, Ian & Pat
Sanders, Bill & Alice Kendall , Allan Kendall, Maria Patterson & Ellen Bancan, Giuseppina & Giovanni Rechichi, Mary Coady, Mary & Jack White, Vincent & Rebecca Vella, Walter Townsend,
Watson Lee, Ferris Grugeon, McInherny, White, McWilliam and McGuckin families, Mary Abela, Robert Andrews, Sylvester Family, Rogan Family, Adcock, McMillan families, Love family,
Hooper family, Gabrielle Baker, Paula Cowling, McDermott & Starr families, Repose of the Souls in Purgatory, Deceased Parishioners of St Patrick’s and St Monica’s.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.
Sacraments of Initiation:
Preparation for Eucharist 2020
Preparation sessions for Eucharist for children 7 years or older
who completed Reconciliation in 2019 will continue in Term 1
2020.
The calendar of sessions of preparation is as follows:
Remembering Baptism 1: Tuesday 4th February 2020, 7:30 pm
- Parent Session
Remembering Baptism 2: Tuesday 18th February 2020, 7:30 pm
- Parent Session
Remembering Baptism 3: Saturday 7th March 2020, 4:30 pm -
Parent and Children Session
Remembering Baptism 4: Saturday 21st March 2020, 4:30 pm -
Parent and Children Session
Please keep in mind that all sessions are mandatory.
For any other information regarding the Sacramental Process
ACBC - Australia Day Bushfire Appeal Thank you for your contribution to the Australian Bishops’
Australia Day Bushfire Appeal to support the work of St Vincent de
Paul Society who are reaching out on our behalf to support and
assist fellow Australians affected by the bushfire and drought.
Our Cathedral parish’s donations to SVDP Bushfire Appeal are as
follows:
December 2019 morning tea & craft sale $2,000.00
Australia Day Appeal $7,062.40
Your total contribution $9,062.40
May God bless your generosity.
Relics of St Thérèse of Lisieux to Visit St Pat’s
The relics of St Thérèse of Lisieux will visit
Australia on a four-month pilgrimage with her
parents, saints Louis and Zelie Martin. The
relics will arrive in the Cathedral at 9.30pm on
Wednesday March 4 for overnight veneration.
Early morning Mass on Thursday March 5 will
be moved to the earlier time of 6.15am. The
relics are expected to leave the Cathedral for
the Diocese of Broken Bay at 7am.
St Patrick’s Day Festival March 22 We are looking for volunteers to help organise the St Patrick’s Day
Festival this year.
Are you able to run one of our stalls? We need helpers for BBQ,
Books, White Elephant, Cakes, Rides and a raffle coordinator.
Credo Youth Events
Junior Credo - For Primary school children
Fortnightly on Fridays 5pm-6pm in the Cloister Café (during
school terms).
Teen Credo and Credo Young Adults Our first gathering will be on Friday 7 February, 6.30pm in the
Blessed Sacrament Chapel for First Friday Devotions. Look out
for further information in the coming weeks.
Extra! Extra! Read all about it!
St Pat’s Matters issue 101 hits the Cathedral
news stand this weekend.
As for the centenary issue we’ve decided to
remain mysterious and not divulge a preview of this issue’s
contents.
Rather, you will have to browse the magazine to satisfy your
curiosity as to what’s featured from beginning to end.
Do pick up a copy to pore over at home with a cuppa.
One copy per family, please.
And thanks to everyone who submitted articles for publication.
Bereavement Support Program at St. Michael’s Parish
Baulkham Hills Commencing February 2020 CatholicCare Solo Parent Services is commencing a 7 session Bereavement Support Program at St. Michael’s Parish for men or women whose spouse or partner have died. For information / Registration Essential: Call Rita on 8843 2575 email: [email protected] (Please see flyer on notice board)