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 SUNDAY 22ND JANUARY, 3RD SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
Lent is still some time away and yet we hear today the words, “Repent and believe the Good News!” from the Gospel of Mark. Still there is no reason why we should only associate the idea of reflecting and believing with a penitential season such as Lent. The words are the first spoken by Jesus in the Gospel that is widely agreed to be the oldest of the four canonical texts we have narrating the events and teaching of Christ.
If the author of the Gospel thought to begin the whole account of the Good News with these words of Jesus it surely bears some thought. I remember as a theology student in Rome some 40 years ago that we spent the first week of our first course on the Gospels looking at just these words and the first few verses of Mark’s Gospel.
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 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time
“Fisher of Men”
At work or study: What can I do this week to invite a friend or neighbour to follow Christ?
In my family life: How can I help a friend or classmate feel invited to follow Christ? |
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 Early last year we upgraded the Parish database system and now have the ability to communicate with parishioners via email. We now send Intouch to many of our parishioner via email.
Everybody we can change from post to email will save the parish postage and prin ng costs as well as make life easier for the volunteers who have to fold and post Intouch, maybe we can also save a tree or two.
If you have already supplied us your email address thank you, if not and you would be happy to receive emails from us please send an email to
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to enable us to update your details, just include your name and contact number.
Chris Burrows, Parish Manager |
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Blessed Veronica of Binasco—January 13 |
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 Veronica of Binasco (1445-1497) was known as a great contemplative who also gave loving care to sick sisters in her community and ministered to the people of Milan. She had the gifts of prophecy and discernment.
Although she never learned to read and write, she was known and respected by the secular and ecclesiastical leaders of her day. Several times Christ gave to her in prayer important messages which she carried to influential persons such as the Duke of Milan and Pope Alexander VI.
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CARITAS AUSTRALIA OPENS PHILIPPINES FLOODS APPEAL
With well over 400 people feared dead, tens of thousands of families displaced and many people still missing, aid and development agency, Caritas Australia, has requested urgent public support from Australians to deal with the large-scale emergency response needed in the Philippines. The floodwaters from Typhoon Washi destroyed roads and infrastructure in numerous cities and towns, leaving many of them very difficult to access, making the immediate response even more challenging. In response, Caritas Australia has opened its Philippines Floods Appeal. More information at www.caritas.org.au or
1800 024 413.
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PROJECT PENCIL
 Sister Josie would like to thank everyone for the overwhelming response to Project Pencil. She now has a huge amount of pencils to ship over to the Philippines where they will be used in remote villages and underprivileged schools.
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1st Rite of Reconciliation |
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Understanding the 1st Rite of Reconciliation
 Individual Reconciliation (First Rite)
The individual rite, which may be celebrated face-to-face or anonymously as desired, begins with a warm welcome and kind greeting from the priest. Together they make the sign of the cross. The priest then invites the penitent to have trust in God using words such as: “May God, who has enlightened every heart, help you to know your sins and trust in his mercy”.
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Augustinian Formation Association Christmas Dinner THANK YOU |
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 Thank you to the 93 people who attended our Christmas Dinner on Saturday. It was a very enjoyable night, lots of good company, laughter and loud carol singing led by our students.
A very special thank you to those who could not attend and sent along a donation. A wonderful result with $1,450 being raised from the raffle and tombola. This event is becoming an annual get-together for our parish community.
We wish everyone a happy and holy Christmas and a healthy New Year.
The A.F.A. Committee |
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 If you are new to the parish or wish to update your details we ask you to click here to download the Family Registration PDF form.
Once you have completed the form you can either scan it and
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the scanned document to the parish office or print it out and return it to the parish office at St Kierans Church, 349 Condamine Manly Vale, NSW 2093. |
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SITUATION VACANT - Adult Faith Formation Coordinator—full time |
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 This position is based in the PSU office at Pennant Hills.
Tertiary qualifications in theology, pastoral care or other relevant disciplines are required.
Contact Rosy Tamin 9847 0504 or
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 Thank you for hearing the voice of our indigenous brothers and sisters through your prayers and financial gifts during the recent Catholic Mission World Mission Day Appeal.
Your gift has helped raise up leaders and brought new hope to Indigenous communities. If you would like to become a “Friends in Faith Partner” with regular donations to support local leaders, catechists and missionaries in communities in 1,100 dioceses across the world, please call 1800 257 296. |
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2012 Ignite Weekend Friday 16th March |
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 Date Saver
Next year’s Ignite Retreat will be the weekend of Friday 16th March through to Sunday 18th March 2012. |
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The Right of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) |
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 The RCIA will recommence on Sunday, 16th October, 2011 with an enquiry night for people who are interested in joining the Catholic Faith community and for those who may simply want to find out more about the Catholic Church and its teaching.
For interest please phone the parish office. |
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 St. Vincent de Paul Society have produced this booklet called “Mapping your Assets” which is a valuable and practical tool for recording your personal information.
It will assist you and your solicitor in preparing an appropriate estate plan for you and your family, as well as providing vital information when it is most needed: in the event of illness or in an emergency.
By completing this personal record book now and reviewing it on a regular basis you will be ready for that unforeseen event.
Call Andrea English on 8622 0304 to request a copy. |
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 Charitable Works Fund
The first CWF collection for the 2011/2012 financial year will be held over the next few weeks. Envelopes are available at the back of the church.
We would ask that you return your envelope next week.
The envelopes can be placed on collection plates at any Mass or handed in at the parish office during the week. Donations to the Charitable Works Fund are 100% tax deductable. |
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Recent Parish Renovation and Maintenance Works |
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 The parish office at St. Kieran’s has been refurbished in the last week to reorganise the office accommodation.
At St. Cecilia’s, the facia boards at the entrance are being repaired. These works are part of the ongoing maintenance plans of the parish. |
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 Scents & Sensibility,
Shop 2, 99 Alfred Street, Narraweena 2099 Tel: 9982 4992.
Provides you with a beautiful array of Inspirational and Religious gifts appropriate for the Seven Holy Sacraments, Also have in stock Baptismal gowns, Communion dresses, Flower Girls dresses, boys’ suits, shirts and ties. Also a full floristry service for any occasion, with delivery to any location. worldwide.
Mention your parish/school for a 10% discount! |
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 The parish Spaghetti Nights occur on the 4th Sunday of the month after the parish 6.00pm Celebrate Sunday Mass. Pasta and salad are served without charge. All are invited to attend.
All are invited to contribute a pasta dish on at least one night per year. Myra and Craig Smith coordinate Spaghetti Nights. You can inform Myra of your intention to contribute a dish on a particular Sunday on
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My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God
For you have been my help;
In the shadow of your winds I rejoice.
My soul clings to you;
Your right hand holds me fast.
My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my god.
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 This is a public speaking group 13 - 17 years of age who meet every 2nd Sunday of the month during school term at the Parish Centre at 11.00am to 12.30pm.
The club is sponsored by St Kierans Toastmasters Club who meet every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 7.00pm
Contact John Mangraviti M 0417 656 940 or John Mascarenhas H 9949 6037. |
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Perpetual Profession of Sr Janet Palafox - January 28 |
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 The Eucharistic celebration of the Perpetual Profession of Sr Janet Palafox ibvm will be held at the Church of St. Kieran’s Manly Vale on January 28, 2012 at 10:30 am.
Janet was an active member of St. Kieran’s community for over 11 years.a er joining the Brookvale Charismatic prayer group. She served on the Pastoral Council, was part of the Lecceto Augus nian Lay Community in 1999, led young adult prayer groups and was a founding member of a previous young adults choir (Hearts on Fire) in the parish.
She left the parish in March 2002 to join the novitiate of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Loreto Sisters). Anyone who wishes to share in this Eucharistic celebration is welcome to attend. |
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Blessed Josephine Mary of Beniganim - January 23 |
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 Josephine Mary of Beniganim (1625-1692) was an Augustinian Sister noted for her deep spirit of prayer and for her service to her community.
She was born January 9, 1625 in Benaganim, Valencia, Spain. She was baptized Josephine Teresa. Her family was poor, and became poorer when her father died while she was still a child.
Josephine entered the local Augustinian convent, where she took the religious name Sister Josephine Mary of Saint Agnes. The other sisters usually called her Mother Agnes.
Because she had little formal educaton, Josephine's ministry was initially limited to providing domestic service for her community. She developed a deep life of contemplative prayer, where she was gifted with theological understanding and the ability to counsel others. This allowed her to expand the scope of her ministry.
She died January 21, 1692. Her remains are preserved at the Augustinian convent in Beniganim. Pope Leo XIII declared her Blessed in 1888. |
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The parish as some vacant office space located at the front of the priory in King Street that is available for long term rent. The space consists of a recep on, 2 separate offices and kitchenette and is separate from the residence.
Anyone who is interested in looking at the office please contact the Chris Burrows at the parish office on 9949 4455.
Chris Burrows, Parish Manager |
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Parish Office Holiday Closure
The Parish office closed for the summer break last Friday and will reopen on Monday January 23. We will be checking the answering machine and the office email (
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) periodically during that time if you need to contact us. If you need to speak urgently to a priest,
call the office on 9949 4455 and, when the automated system directs you, press 2 to get the list of extensions then 3 for Fr Senan Ward.
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Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God.
 God chose Mary to be the mother of his Son. She was a teenager and her parents were Joachim and Anne. Mary loved God and her Jewish religion. She was probably considered ordinary by her neighbors. It would be God's work in her that would make her so special, so blessed. God sent the Archangel Gabriel to Mary's town of Nazareth. The angel asked her to accept a wonderful plan-wonderful for her and for all of us. Mary wanted to please God and she accepted the plan. She became Jesus' mother. Mary and her husband, Joseph, tried to raise Jesus the best way they could and with great love. Jesus spent many happy, quiet years with Mary and Joseph in Nazareth.
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Sharing the Tradition
 Christmas Day is the climax of the second great season of the Church’s year (Advent/Christmas) but the season of Christmastide continues for several more weeks as aspects of this child are revealed.
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2nd Rite of Reconciliation |
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UNDERSTANDING THE 2nd RITE OF RECONCILIATION
The second form of the sacrament of penance is a communal liturgical celebration from beginning to end. It begins with the community listening to the word of God. During the examination of conscience, the assembly reflects together on where and how they have fallen short of their baptismal commitment to follow Christ.
The second rite of reconciliation can be a moving experience as we witness fellow parishioners humbly approaching a confessor for forgiveness.
As they do so, we pray for them and ourselves, that we will know the fullness of God's grace and mercy.
After the confessions, the ceremony concludes with a proclamation of praise, a prayer of thanksgiving and a blessing.
These are an integral part of the celebration, not an optional extra! |
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Welcoming People with Disability |
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 The International Day of People with Disability is observed annually on 3 December.
In Australia, over many years, the Church has sought to mark this day as an opportunity to encourage a truly pastoral view that embraces our total community as the living Body of Christ.
We especially pray that we, the Church, can strive to be a people of compassion and inclusion, and a sacred place where the gifts of all are acknowledged, received and celebrated; for then we can truly proclaim that we are ‘one Body in Christ”. |
North Harbour Parish
Responses: 324
The Parish Survey Summary is a summary of the feedback that was provided by Parishioners in the Synod Parish Survey conducted in February 2011.
The comments contained in this summary were taken directly from the surveys that were completed by parishioners and so therefore reflect the thoughts, ideas and feelings of the people of the Broken Bay Diocese.
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Truth on Tap is a monthly event for people aged 18-35 (religious not included in age range) on the Northern Beaches of Sydney. It's an opportunity to hear the truth about the issues that ma er, engage in discussion and have your ques ons about the Catholic faith answered.
Join other young people from around the Diocese for dinner & a drink whilst listening to an engaging Catholic speaker. It’s a relaxed atmosphere in the Log Room of Brookvale Hotel, so feel free to bring your friends and enjoy good company!
Check out www.truthontap.com.au or contact us at
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or 0414 936 678 or find us on Facebook. |
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TUESDAY’S KIDSTIME AT NORTH HARBOUR PARISH |
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 We are looking for more people to join the Tuesday Kidstime group which takes place in the Parish Centre at Manly
Vale from 9.30am to 11.30am during school term.
Kidstime is a fantastic way for mothers, fathers, grandparents, carers and children (aged 0-5years) to interact and get to know others in your community and for your child to meet other children who will eventually attend the local primary schools.
The children will enjoy activities such as organised craft, dress-ups, play dough, musical instruments, song time and story time.
So if you think you may be interested and would like more information please phone the Parish Office on 9949 4455.
Everyone is welcome to come along. |
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NORTH HARBOUR PARISH CD—’ONE HEART ONE MIND’ |
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 Over 120 members of the Catholic Community of North harbour contributed to the recording and production of our North Harbour Parish CD entitled “One Heart One Mind”.
The music was recorded in many different locations including our churches of St. Cecilia and St. Kieran, our Parish Centre, the ‘Ignite Retreat” 2011 and even the homes of some of our parishioners. The final product is something that the entire music ministry team is very proud of, and we want to share it with the rest of the North Harbour community and the world!
CD’s are available at the Parish Centre for $20 and proceeds will go to further supporting our parish music ministry. |
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Celebrate Sunday Hospitality Partner |
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 Office Furniture Design in Kent Street, Sydney, are the hospitality partners for this weekend.
Office Furniture Design have made a financial contribution to enable our hospitality after Masses.
352 Kent Street, Sydney 2000
Phone: (02) 9299 7666
Email:
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ELECTRONIC DELIVERY OF ‘IN TOUCH’ BULLETIN |
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You can receive your copy of the quarterly ‘In Touch’ bulletin by email!
If you have an email address, please let the parish office know by sending a message to
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and receive the next “In Touch” online. |
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 We are looking for volunteer drivers who could provide some of our parishioners with transport to and from weekend and weekday masses at St Kieran’s Church as well as weekend mass at St Cecilia’s. We are hoping that you could commit to either:
* regular trips to / from mass. For example, once a week, fortnight, month etc.
and / or
* last minute pick up calls if other drivers have to cancel.
* If you are a St Kieran’s School family, would you consider transporting a parishioner to and from weekday mass at St Kieran’s Church. Mass begins at 8.30 am and ends at 9.00am. You could also volunteer to drive one way if that is more convenient.
Would you like assistance?
* Do you currently take a bus or a taxi to Church?
* Do you know someone who currently receives Communion at home but would like to attend mass instead?
If the answer is yes, we would love you to contact us so that we can organise car transport to and from mass for you. This includes weekend and weekday masses at St Kieran’s and weekend mass at St Cecilia’s.
Please contact Ursula Halloway if you would like assistance or if you can help in any way.
Phone: 9400 2676
Email:
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Network Heaven - can you help? |
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NETWORK HEAVEN is a charity run by the Sisters of Charity in Sri Lanka.
Director Anne Salvador is requesting donations of toiletries for children aged 0-5 eg toothbrushes, toothpaste, fragrant soap, talcum powder, face washers, hand towels, coloured undies (100% cotton), safety pins, and nappy pins.
They will be collecting until the beginning of September for shipment early October. For more information please contact
Kerry Newman on 0415464054.
A box will be placed at the back of the church for your donations. |
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HELP NEEDED - St Vincent de Paul |
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 Volunteers required to help at the St Vincent de Paul Society warehouse located at 19 Clearview Place, Brookvale.
Help is sought with hanging clothes on coat racks—which are then sent to the stores.
Please come along and help out in a happy environment and meet new people.
Volunteer for an hour or more!
Mon—Fri 8am—4.30pm
Contact John O’Farrell Warehouse Manager on 9905 8546. |
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Are there any old glasses lying around your place? |
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 LIONS RECYCLE FOR SIGHT
If you have used eyeglasses you no longer need, you can donate them now. The Lions Club are collecting old spectacles for those in need in the third world and can accept prescription and reading
glasses, sunglasses and plastic and metal frames. Children's glasses are especially needed.
Boxes are placed at the back of the church for your donations. |
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 Pray-as-you-go is a daily prayer session, designed for use on portable MP3 players, to help you pray whilst travelling to and from work, study, etc.
http://www.pray-as-you-go.org/index.htm
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Playgroup/Kidstime At North Harbour Parish |
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 Playgroup/Kidstime is on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9.30am to 11.30am in the Parish Centre, Manly Vale.
Kidstime is a great way for mothers, fathers, grandparents, carers and children (aged 0-5 years) to interact and get to know others in your community and for your child to meet other children.
We currently have spots available for Tuesdays and Wednesdays so if you are interested or would like more information please contact the Parish Office on 9949-4455. |
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