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Friday 15th August 2025

Masses  -  9.15am and 7.00pm.

(This is a Holy Day of Obligation)

The feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a very significant feast in the calendar of the church. It recalls Mary’s entry into heaven with body and soul. This feast is celebrated in many countries

There will be no 7.00pm Mass or reconciliation on Wednesday 27th August due to Confirmation Celebration.

Please remember all the children who will be receiving this blessed sacrament in your prayers.

Dear Parishioners and Friends,

As I prepare to celebrate the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in my hometown, I would like to share with you a short reflection.

The feast of the Assumption tells us that being His mother, Mary belonged to Jesus in a special way. Being assumed into heaven in body and soul, she now shares his risen life in a special way too.

Still, it is not only about Mary. God wants us all to be with Him, sharing in the Jesus’ risen and glorious life. St. Paul tell us that all will be brought to life in Christ (I Cor 15:22). This is our hope, even more significant in this Jubilee Year of Hope.

In today’s gospel reading, we hear how after the annunciation, Mary travelled to meet Elizabeth. They greeted each other, and Mary acknowledged that the Almighty has done great things for me (Lk 1:49), when He invited her to become the mother of His son. In her humility, Mary also remembered that God does a lot for those who turn to Him in their needs.

She speaks of God who exalts the lowly. He is the one who fills the hungry with good things, who satisfies people’s basic hunger for food, love, forgiveness, acceptance, compassion, and a life that endures forever. His mercy reaches from age to age. Jesus, through his teaching and action made present God’s merciful love for sinners, and his compassion for the lowly, the broken and the vulnerable. He invites us to become like little children, and to be willing to use our resources to support the poor, the sick and the vulnerable.

At the synagogue in Nazareth Jesus announced himself as the anointed one, called to bring good news to the poor… to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free (Lk 4:18-19). In her prayer, Mary shows herself to have the values that her son will proclaim and live by.

Like Jesus, Mary entrusted herself to God’s purpose for her life. Whoever we are, we are invited to do the same. It is the path that will lead us to fulfill our humanity and to eternal life. Happy feast day.

God bless you.

Fr Silvio

Click on the links below to know more about the Prelature of "Santiago Apostol of Huancane'" in the South of PERU.  Thanks for being a part of their mission with prayers and support.

Be part of God's mission.

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1385380002084851

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0pjTEcYGys&t=63s

During October/November a Formation Course on the Mass, based on Bishop Robert Barron’s talks, was held at the Parish with the participation of 30 parishioners.  Here are a few comments and reflections...

“Bishop Barron's formation on the liturgy offers a profound opportunity to grow together as a community, deepening our collective understanding of the sacred mysteries of the Mass. By exploring the rich symbolism and significance of its parts, we come to appreciate the beauty and transformative power of the Eucharistic celebration. This shared journey not only fosters unity but also inspires us to embrace continuous learning, recognising that our faith is enriched by ongoing discovery. Such formation equips us to be more effective in our mission of evangelisation, as we are empowered to share the profound truth, grace, and joy of the liturgy with the world. In this communal endeavour, we find renewal and strength, united in our calling to be witnesses of Christ’s love.”  (Maria Vella)

“I found the course to be quite enlightening.  It gave me a deeper and more thorough understanding of the ritual and the relevant purposes of each of the segments of mass.

“While the videos (of the talks) were quite informative, I got a lot of satisfaction out of the group discussions, where people were able to discuss the topical questions and listen to people's various thoughts on the matters.

“The networking and socialising with the various parishioners before and after the session started and finished was also extremely rewarding.” (Michael Vella)

Many thanks to the course participants, Amanda, and Brendan (School Principal) for their contribution to this formation course.  Looking forward to more next year.

Fr Silvio

Saturday, 23rd November – “The Light Shines in the Darkness” (John 1:5)

The Lord works in wonderful ways to give us Hope, Love, Joy, and Peace. On this blessed day, around 24 of us gathered to pray and prepare  ourselves for Advent. It was truly a special time as we awaited the coming of our Lord.

The retreat offered a serene and peaceful environment, allowing us to find stillness and listen to Him. In the quiet moments, the words of Psalm 46:10 resonated deeply within us: “Be still and know that I am God.”

This time of retreat and reflection was a precious opportunity to deepen our faith and draw closer to God. As we lit candles and shared in prayer, the light symbolized the hope and promise that shines even in the darkest of times.

We left the retreat with hearts full of gratitude and a renewed sense of purpose, ready to embrace the Advent season with anticipation and reverence. This time together was not only a testament to the power of prayer and reflection but also a       reminder of the ever-present light of God's love in our lives.

Audrey

Our Parish Piety Stall is now open with the help of these lovely people and a few more.  We have been blessed with wonderful Volunteers who will do their best to open the piety stall before and after every mass on Saturday 6.30pm, Sunday 8.30am, 11.00am and 7.00pm.

If you haven’t stopped to look for a while, please check out the new items, as we do try to add different things from time to time. 

Thank you for your on-going support. 

Our Scripture reflection sessions continue every Thurday at 7pm and it is a great way to connect with Parishioners during our lockdowns.  It has been great to see some new faces over the past few weeks.   These sessions are held using the ZOOM video platform so you do not need to leave the comfort of your own home to attend.

If you would like to attend these sessions, send Amanda an email to brownieab75@gmail.com  and she will send you the ZOOM link weekly.

We would love to see many more faces at our meetings!!

Normal Mass times:

Saturday 6.00pm and 8.00pm Neo-Catechumenal (Pioneers Hall)

Sunday 8.30am; 9.45am (Polish); 11.00am; 12.30pm (Vietnamese) and 7.00pm                                                                                                               

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 9.15am

Wednesday Evening 7.00pm

Giờ Thánh Lễ bình thường:

Thứ Bảy 6:00pm

Chủ nhật 8:30am; 9:45am (tiếng Ba Lan); 11:00am; 7:00pm

KHÔNG CÓ THÁNH LỄ Ở TRUNG TÂM CỘNG ĐỒNG TẠI COOKE AVE

Thánh lễ tiếng Việt: Mỗi Chúa Nhật thứ nhất và thứ ba hàng tháng lúc 12:30pm

Thứ Ba và Thứ Năm 9:15am