Bulletin

Domingas

To bring about the kingdom of God,we must be transformed
within ourselves and our community.
This week’s story takes us to East Timor where Domingas is
being supported in a Caritas-funded Family and Community
Violence Prevention Program.
Domingas, like many women in her community was the victim of violence and abuse.
The program has provided her with ongoing counselling and a small
grant to enable her to build a business and give her economic independence.
Your donation to Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion helps to support
women survivors of violence and to work for just relationships.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS ON FRIDAYS DURING LENT ( 7.30PM)
5th Mar: Tony Soh
12th Mar: Adrian Martino
19th Mar: Youth Group & Members of Deaf Community
26th Mar: Via Matris—Servite Sisters

The Mass will follow immediately with the preparation of the Gifts
with the Stations serving as the Liturgy of the Word.

The Lenten Reconciliation will take place on 23rd March at 7.30pm

Families are invited to take part in Family Faith Feasts.
These are opportunities for parents to get together with
other parents and families at St Denis Parish House.
There will be two chances during Lent this year.
Thursday 4th March and Thursday 18th March.
Ring Andrea 0412 332 252 or Joanne 9349 4964 for further details.
Each family is asked to bring a plate of finger food to share.
Gatherings start at 6pm and finish by 8pm.
It is very helpful for us to know how many children
will be coming and what ages they are as,
while parents discuss in groups, the children
work through activities at their own level.
Hope to see you there.
If you are not involved in a family you are still welcome.

Project Compassion
Project Compassion promotes peace by pursuing justice.
Please take home a Project Compassion box and/or a
set of envelopes and give generously this Lent.
Your donations allow Caritas Australia,
the Catholic Agency for International Aid and Development,
to work with communities to reduce poverty and hunger around the world.

SPECIAL MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST
Induction Sessions 2010 organised by Centre for Liturgy, Nollamara.
See the foyer for details.

ST VINCENT DE PAUL MEMBER RECRUITMENT
DRIVE 13/14/ MARCH 2010
There will be a Recruitment Drive for new Members
at Mass on the weekend of 13/14March.
If anyone is interested in joining StVincent De Paul
please speak to a Conference Member after Mass.
Thank You
Peta Cutter

“The Year for Priests”
Parish Lenten Retreat at St. Lawrence, Balcatta
SATURDAY, 13 MARCH – TUESDAY, 16 MARCH

Talks by Fr Tim Deeter about the importance of the ministry
performed by priests, and the challenges facing priests and
lay Catholics alike. The retreat will start with a talk at Saturday’s
evening Mass at 6.00pm. On Sunday 14 March, Fr Tim
will be preaching at following Masses:
8.30am, 10.00am (Italian), 11.30am (St. Theresa’s, Gwelup) and6.00pm.
Evening sessions will be run on Monday (15
March) and Tuesday (16 March), both at 8.00pm, with a
talk, the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction.
Let us renew our faith in God and deepen our understanding
and appreciation of the gift of the priesthood.

Enq:Fr Irek Czech SDS or Parish Office 9344 7066 Tue-Thur
9.00am-2.30pm.

Information Evening for Prospective Families 11
March 2010
Aranmore Catholic College is a small coeducational secondary school in Leederville catering for students from Years 7 to 12.
Located between Oxford and Loftus Streets, Aranmore is
only 3kms from the CBD and is easily accessible
by bus, train and car. Find out more about how
Aranmore tailors its teaching programs to suit
the individual needs of each student at the
Information Evening on 11 March, 7pm – 8pm.

Please RSVP on 9444 3555 or at
www.aranmore.wa.edu.au.
Applications for Year 7 or Year 8 in 2011 are currently invited

CAN YOU PLAY AN INSTRUMENT OR SING?
Musicians and singers are needed for GoodFriday 3pm Service at St Denis Church.
Unfortunately our regular musicians and singers are not available.
Sr Elizabeth Nicholls has offered to play the guitar but she needs some back up.
Please contact Fr Paul 0401 016 399 today.
We celebrate the death of Jesus. You can help the congregation to keep alive.

HOLY WEEK JOURNEY PREPARATION
is happening on Thursday 24th of March in the church at 7.30 pm.
We will prepare for Holy Week by reflecting on the majorevents of Holy week -
Waving Palms, Eating Supper, Standing at the Cross and Racing to the Tomb.
This will be an excellent way to get in touch with
the most important week in our Church year.
All are invited.
Activities available for children.

ROSTERS FOR EASTER
Easter is fast approaching. If you will be away for Holy Week and Easter ceremonies
could you please let Joy Pullen know as soon as possible.
Her telephone number is 9345 0303.

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
SUNDAY 7/3/10
Since 1911 Internal Women’s Day has been celebrated as the global day connecting all
women around the world and inspiring them to achieve their full potential. This day is an opportunity to reflect on the dignity and role of all women; in the family, society and the Church.

The letter of Pope John Paul II to women reminds us that Jesus Christ
provided a wonderful example of treating women.

When it comes to setting women free from every kind of exploitation and domination, the Gospel contains an ever relevant message which goes back to the attitude of Jesus Christ himself. Transcending the established norms of his own culture Jesus treated women with openness, respect, acceptance and tenderness. In this way he honoured
the dignity which women have always possessed according to God’s plan and in his love.
We pray that we, the church, ensure that women are encouraged to flourish within the
Catholic Church in Australia and that all women are appreciated for the contribution
they make to the fullness of the Church.

The Beginning Experience
is running a
WEEKEND PROGRAMME,
designed to assist and support people in learning to close the door
gently on a relationship that has ended, in order to get on with living.

People who have had similar loss experiences themselves facilitate the programme.
If you feel that this programme could benefit you or someone you know,
you are invited to contact us.

The next weekend programme dates are:
FRIDAY 19th to SUNDAY 21st MARCH 2010
For further information please contact:
Helen Phone: 9246 5150 or
Maureen Phone: 9537 1915

CRAFT AND FRIENDSHIP GROUP
will begin meeting for this year on Wed Feb 24
between 9.45am—11.30am
We would welcome new members.

SERVITE VILLA
We are looking for volunteers to say the
rosary with our aged residents.
Please contact Servite Villa, 184 Edinboro St Joondanna
9444 7605 between 8am-4pm

WORKSHOP FOR READERS AND LEADERS OF CHILDREN’S LITURGY AND ALL WHO LISTEN TO THE WORD

(Please bring your Bible. Some copies will be available)
Tuesday 2 March , 9.30am-12.30pm at
Ss John & Paul Parish Centre
Pinetree Gully Road,
Willetton
Saturday 6 March, 9.30am—12.30pm at
Infant Jesus Parish Centre
Wellington Road, Morley

Cost $ 10/person
Register by 26 Feb 2010 at Centre for Liturgy phone: 9207 3350

MEETINGS
Finance Committee: 8th March at 7.30pm at the Presbytery
Worship Committee: 11th March at 7.30pm at the Presbytery

MASS INTENTIONS FOR WEEK:
6—14March 2010
Sat. 6:30pmMembers of Lombardo Family
Sun. 8.30am Augustina Suarez Cortereal (+)
Mon. 8: 00 Joseph & Claudina Fernandes (+)
Tue. 8:00 Daniel Prosper (+)
Wed. 8:00 PadRaig Cunnane (+)
Thu. 8:00 Angelo Maria Giuseppina (+)
Fri 8:00 Special Intentions of Barbara Wren
Sat 8:30 Special Intentions of Evelyn Wren
6:30pm Nov Mass
Sun. 8.30am Jack Davis (+)

LENTEN FAITH SHARING GROUPS
1. Mary Warbey at St Denis Parish House on
Mondays at 7pm. Contact Phone 9443 3963
Start date, Monday 22nd February

2.Sr Elizabeth & Jan O'Connor at St Catherine's
113 Tyler St, Tuart Hill on Mondays at 7pm.
Contact Phone 9443 9020. Start date Monday, 15th February.

3. Pat Pollard at 9/178 Edinboro St, Joondanna
on Tuesdays at 3pm. Contact Phone 9444 7383,
Start date, Tuesday 16th February.

4. Maria Gaglia at St Denis Mass on Wednesdays
after 8am Mass Contact Phone 9444 1469,
Start date Wednesday 17th February.

5.Immocolata Steffanetti at 19 Croydon Ave,
Yokine on Wednesdays at 1pm.Contact Phone
9349 9745. This group will discuss in ITALIAN.
Start date Wednesday 17th February.

6. Martin Marbeck at 48 London St, North Perth
on Fridays at 7.30pm Contact Phone Martin
0417 966 583. Start date Friday 19th February.

7. George Keenan at 19 Roscorla Ave Yokine
on Thursdays at 7.30pm Contact phone: 93492187
Start date 18th Feb

8. FAMILY FAITH FEASTS FOR ALL THE FAMILY
6-8pm on Thursday March 4th & Thursday March 18th at St Denis Parish House.
Families come together for a meal followed by opportunities for
Adults and Children to reflect on the Readings during Lent.
Please bring a plate of Finger food to share.
Ring Fr Paul for further details 0401 016 399.

MERCY CARE ANNUAL BOOK SALE 2010
19th—21st Feb
It is a fund raising event run by a dedicated group of volunteers.
Proceeds of the sale will help to provide additional support to
the wide range of services offered by Mercy including
Child Care, Aged Care and Family Services.
The Sale will be held at the Mercy Care offices located at
33 Williamstown Road, Doubleview.
Friday 19th Feb 5.00pm-9.00pm
Saturday 20th Feb 9.00am—5.00pm
Sunday 21st Feb 9.00am—5.00pm

STEWARDSHIP CORNER
Our Sacrificial Offering
28.02.2010
1st Collection
Presbytery
Envelopes (66)
$ 573.95

SETON CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Marchant Road, Samson, WA 6163
Tel: (08) 9314 1816
Fax: (08) 9337 7523
Email: admin@seton.wa.edu.au
Web: www.seton.wa.edu.au

Seton Catholic College in Samson celebrates its 20th anniversary on March 12th.

Past students of Seton, De Vialar (Samson), St Brendan’s (Hilton) and
St Joseph’s (Fremantle) are all invited to come along and join in the celebrations
which include a Reunion for all past students between 9.00am and 1.00pm and an
International Food Festival 5.00pm –9.00pm
For more information, go to
www.seton.wa.edu.au.

General Sacrament Information Session for Parents was held on Wednesday 24 February.
Fr. Michaelraj welcomed the families and Saint Denis Assistant Principals presented the programme.
The Catechist coordinator outlined the Parish RE program relevant to students attending government schools

ENROLMENT FORM and certified copy of BAPTISMAL CERTIFICATE and evidence of previous sacraments will be required for each candidate. All enrolments must be personally lodged with Fr Michaelraj, 60 Osborne Street, Joondanna. Telephone 9242 2812.

· Wednesday, 21 April 6.00pm – Parent Workshop at St Denis School (Sr Shelley Barlow OLM, Catholic Institute)

· Sunday 2 May 8.30am Mass - Eucharist Commitment Mass for parents and children.

· Thursday 13 May - Retreat Day at Shoenstatt Shrine, 9 Talus Drive, Armadale

· Wednesday 16 June 6.00pm – Parent Workshop at St Denis School (Sr Shelley Barlow OLM, Catholic Institute)

· Sunday 20 June 8.30am Mass – Penance & Reconciliation Commitment Mass for parents and children.

· Thursday 22 July - Retreat Day at Shoenstatt Shrine, 9 Talus Drive, Armadale

· Saturday 21 August 3.00-4.00pm – Sacrament of Penance & Reconciliation

· Wednesday 28 July 6.00pm – Parent Workshop at St Denis School (presenter: Sr Shelley Barlow OLM, Catholic Institute)

· Saturday 31 July 6.30pm – Confirmation Commitment Mass for parents and children.

· Wednesday 25 August - Retreat at St Denis School, Orchid Street, Joondanna
(presenter: Year 6 Teacher, Leanne Fanetti - Catechist Coordinator)

· Saturday # September 6.30pm – Sacrament of Confirmation (TBC by Bishop’s office)

PREP Catechist classes are held on Tuesdays at 3.30 – 4.30pm during school terms.

All catechists are trained by the Catholic Education Centre; are registered to work with children; children are insured; and duty of care is upheld.

First class will be Tuesday 2 March

Venue: Parish House, 60 Osborne Street, Joondanna.
Contact: Catechist Coordinator, Nola Viney Ph: 9349 4476