THE SEASON OF LENT On our Lenten journey so far, we’ve been guided by the twin stories of Jesus’ testing in the wilderness, and his transfiguration on the holy mountain. For the next three weeks we turn to dramatic scenes in the gospel of John which real fundamental features of his identity and mission. He is the living water (4:5-42), the light of the world (9:1-41) and the resurrection and the life (11:1-45). So central are these stories in the liturgical tradition, and so apt for the preparation of the elect for their baptism at Easter, that these gospels and the readings that go with them may be read every year. We begin this series of profound revelations with the story of Jesus’ dialogue with the Samaritan woman at the well. From so long ago it challenges us to reflect deeply. What do we really thirst for in our lives? And who or what will quench our heartfelt longings? Stations of the Cross will be held in the Church each Friday during Lent at 7:00 pm. Our Lady of the Rosary Foundation Information Sessions This Weekend The Our Lady of the Rosary Foundation has been established to build up the financial capacity of our parish to maintain our church into the future. We would like to invite all parishioners to attend a short information session about the Foundation in the church immediately after each Mass this weekend. The foundation directors will present more information about the Foundation and how you may be able to contribute. There will be an opportunity to ask questions. Tea and coffee will be provided. We look forward to seeing you. ________________________________________________ Lenten Healing Mass Jesus “went round Galilee....curing all kinds of diseases and sickness among the people” Matt 4:23 This Lent come to the parish Lenten Healing Mass on Thursday March 23 rd at 10.00am followed by morning tea prepared by Rosary Care. If you need transport contact Stephanie - 0409 204 369 ________________________________________________ Rosary Care Short Term Assistance (Brochure available on notice board) Phone: Doris – 0428 441 566 or Catherine – 0410 019 556 Third Sunday of Lent 18 th / 19 th March 2017 Vol. 35 No. 15
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THE SEASON OF LENT
On our Lenten journey so far, we’ve been guided by the twin stories of Jesus’ testing in the wilderness, and his transfiguration on the holy mountain. For the next three weeks we turn to dramatic scenes in the gospel of John which real fundamental features of his identity and mission. He is the living water (4:5-42), the light of the world (9:1-41) and the resurrection and the life (11:1-45).
So central are these stories in the liturgical tradition, and so apt for the preparation of the elect for their baptism at Easter, that these gospels and the readings that go with them may be read every year. We begin this series of profound revelations with the story of Jesus’ dialogue with the Samaritan woman at the well. From so long ago it challenges us to reflect deeply. What do we really thirst for in our lives? And who or what will quench our heartfelt longings?
Stations of the Cross will be held in the Church each Friday during Lent at 7:00 pm.
Our Lady of the Rosary Foundation
Information Sessions This Weekend
The Our Lady of the Rosary Foundation
has been established to build up the financial
capacity of our parish to maintain our church
into the future. We would like to invite all
parishioners to attend a short information
session about the Foundation in the church
immediately after each Mass this weekend.
The foundation directors will present more
information about the Foundation and how
you may be able to contribute.
There will be an opportunity to ask questions.
Tea and coffee will be provided.
We look forward to seeing you. ________________________________________________
Lenten Healing Mass
Jesus “went round Galilee....curing all kinds of diseases and sickness among
the people” Matt 4:23
This Lent come to the parish Lenten Healing Mass on Thursday March 23rd at
10.00am followed by morning tea prepared by Rosary Care. If you need transport
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Entrance Antiphon My eyes are always on the Lord, for he rescues my feet from the snare. Turn to me and have mercy on me, for I am alone and poor.
First reading: Exodus 17:3-7
(Give us water to drink.)
Responsorial Psalm: If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts.
Second Reading: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8 (The love of God has been poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit which has been given us.)
Gospel Acclamation: Glory to you, Word of God, Lord Jesus Christ! Lord, you are truly the Saviour of the world; give me living water, that I may never thirst again. Glory to you, Word of God, Lord Jesus Christ!
Gospel: John 4:5-42
(The water that I shall give will turn into a spring of eternal life.) ________________________________________________
Next Week 1 Samuel 16:1, 6-7, 10-13
Ephesians 5:8-14 John 9:1-41
Prayers for the sick
Barbara Antonetti, Aiden Blechynden, Justin Boylan, Kerry Capelli, Pat Cullinane,
Kit Doran, Rebecca Fry, Megan Garner, Ron Harland, Barbara Hickey, Barry Johnston, David Kenny, Evonne Le Broy, Ray Marinko, Sophie Martin, Joan Meade, Norm Macaulay,