Serving The Communities Of

Star of the Sea, Crescent Head

St Patrick’s, Gladstone/Smithtown

All Saints, Kempsey

Our Lady Star of the Sea,

South West Rocks

St John’s, Willawarrin

Parish Office

52-58 Marsh Street (PO Box 3007)

West Kempsey, NSW 2440.

9.30am-3.30pm, Tuesday-Friday.

P: 02 6562 5182

E: pastoraloffice@mvcp.org.au

W: www.mvcp.org.au

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macleayvalleycatholicparish

Parish Priest: Fr James Foster

Schools

St Joseph’s Primary School, Kempsey

Principal: Guy Campbell

P: 6562 5501

W: www.kmpplism.catholic.edu.au

St Paul’s College, Kempsey

Principal: David Johns

P: 6562 7200

W: www.kmpslism.catholic.edu.au

Joey’s Out Of School Hours Care

Coordinator: Linda Lewthwaite

P: 0407 406 433

W: www.kmpplism.catholic.edu.au/

parents/oosh/

Aged Care: Vincent Court

Manager: Judy Van Tiggelen

88 Leith Street Kempsey, NSW 2440

P: 6562 6062

W: www.vincentcourt.org.au

Catholic Chaplaincy: Mid North Coast

Correctional Centre

Chaplain: Jill O’Dell

c/- Parish Office

NDIS: Centacare

Team Leader: Belinda Oldfield

123 Leith Street Kempsey, NSW 2440

P: 6562 3918

W: www.sacal.org.au

17 October 2021, Twenty Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year B

Dear Parishioners, VERY CHALLENGING TIMES Our churches and halls are currently open in accordance with COVIDSafe regulations. As you may be aware, it was not easy for many bishops and priests to decide whether to remain open in accordance with the regulations or to close our doors again. It has literally been on my mind all week, especially as I have also needed to think about the needs of the many community groups who also use our facilities. It has been one of the most difficult decisions I have needed to make because I know there are strong views from all angles. In those places that have closed, there has been both disappointment and support. Also in those places which have remained open subject to the double vaccination rules there has been both disappointment and support. After consultation and much prayer, I have sought to do my best for our community and the people with whom I have been called to serve and journey. Indeed our parish family is facing what we hope will be our last COVID challenge as some of our parishioners are unable to join us in person. Whether gathered in person, via Facebook livestream Masses or in private prayer, my prayer is that we are united. I am available for pastoral care anytime and only ever a phone call away. On the Monday after NSW reaches the 80% fully vaccinated milestone (hopefully this Monday 18 October), churches will not have to check vaccination status. Thank you for your support of our endeavours and let us continue to pray for those suffering from the virus, those who have died from the virus and their grieving families, and for an end to this pandemic soon.

EUTHANASIA LEGISLATION This week a private members bill was introduced to legalise euthanasia in NSW. NSW is the only state yet to pass euthanasia legislation. Please pray for all those in positions of decision making that we will always support and uphold the dignity of each person’s life. The Bishops invite us to contact our local MPs and sign online petitions. More info is at www.noeuthanasia.org.au

SAFEGUARDING UPDATE Thank you to all of our staff and volunteers who have now completed their Level 1 Safeguarding Training. Your participation in this formation is an important part of our parish family’s commitment to the safeguarding of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Diocesan Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults Policy is available on our website and also at the parish office. We have a range of policies and procedures in place as part of our commitment, and anyone is welcome to view or request of a copy of these at any time. Also available in our churches and parish office are two resource cards: Rights and Responsibilities & Listening to You. OCTOBER: MENTAL HEALTH MONTH & DYSLEXIA AWARENESS MONTH This is an important time where the Australian community comes together to raise awareness and promote better mental health for all. It is so important that we continue to be there for each other and to never be afraid of reaching out if we need help. We also give thanks for the many organisations who help individuals, as well as playing an important role in research, advocacy, policy and general community support. This helps in ensuring a world where all systems, structures, policies, and services are focussed on the good health of all. As Pope Francis has stated “the problems connected with mental disturbance that now afflicts one-fifth of humanity and is a real social-health care emergency.” It is also an important time in helping to raise awareness of dyslexia. It is conservatively estimated that dyslexia affects up to 1 in 5 people. The experience of dyslexia isn't always the same and affects people in a variety of ways. Let us continue to raise awareness and support those with dyslexia. SPECIAL BIRTHDAYS This week there a number of special birthdays in our parish family. To all those celebrating, please know you are in my prayers. Special blessings and birthday wishes to Jack Chapman (102), John Henry Snr (94) and Sr Cabrini (87). If anyone would like to share the news of a special occasion with our parish family, please let our parish office know.

INTERNATIONAL SYNOD OF BISHOPS On Sunday, October 17, dioceses around the world will launch local preparations for the Synod of Bishops, which has the theme: “For a Synod-al Church: Communion, Participation and Mission”. The Catholic Church in Australia invites us to make submissions via an online portal opens on October 17. Those submissions will help the Bishops develop a national report to support the global process leading to an international gathering

in 2023. This Sunday, our prayers come from the Votive Mass of the Holy Spirit and our readings from Pentecost Sunday. Find out more at: http://www.catholic.org.au/synodalchurch

May Our Blessed Mother, Help of Christians and Help of the Sick, intercede for us and may we all continue to experience Jesus’ unconditional love for us and our families, Fr James

but will say only what he has learnt;

and he will tell you of the things to come.

He will glorify me,

since all he tells you

will be taken from what is mine.

Everything the Father has is mine;

that is why I said:

All he tells you

will be taken from what is mine.’

PREFACE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT I

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER II

MEMORIAL ACCLAMATION III

© The scriptural quotations are taken from the Jerusalem Bible, published and copyright 1966, 1967

and 1968 by Darton Longman and Todd Ltd and Doubleday & Co Inc. The Grail Translation of the

Psalms © 1962, The English translation of the Psalm Responses, the Alleluia and Gospel Verses, from

the Lectionary for Mass © 1997, 1981, 1968, ICEL. All rights reserved.

THIS MONTH’S MASS AT WILLAWARRIN

Please note that this month’s Willawarrin Mass will

be this Thursday, 21 October at 6pm (not on 28

October as previously scheduled).

First Reading: Acts 2:1-11

When Pentecost day came round, the apostles had all met in one

room, when suddenly they heard what sounded like a powerful wind

from heaven, the noise of which filled the entire house in which they

were sitting; and something appeared to them that seemed like

tongues of fire; these separated and came to rest on the head of

each of them. They were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and began to

speak foreign languages as the Spirit gave them the gift of speech.

Now there were devout men living in Jerusalem from every nation

under heaven, and at this sound they all assembled, each one

bewildered to hear these men speaking his own language. They were

amazed and astonished. ‘Surely’ they said ‘all these men speaking

are Galileans? How does it happen that each of us hears them in his

own native language? Parthians, Medes and Elamites; people from

Mesopotamia, Judaea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia

and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya round Cyrene; as well as

visitors from Rome - Jews and proselytes alike - Cretans and Arabs;

we hear them preaching in our own language about the marvels of

God.’

Responsorial Psalm: Ps 103:1. 24. 29-31. 34. R. v.30

(R) Lord, send out your Spirit and renew the face of the earth.

1. Bless the Lord, my soul!

Lord God, how great you are,

How many are your works, O Lord!

The earth is full of your riches. (R)

2. You take back your spirit, they die,

returning to the dust from which they came.

You send forth your spirit, they are created;

and you renew the face of the earth. (R)

3. May the glory of the Lord last for ever!

May the Lord rejoice in his works!

May my thoughts be pleasing to him.

I find my joy in the Lord. (R)

Second Reading: Galatians 5:16-25

If you are guided by the Spirit you will be in no danger of yielding to

self-indulgence, since self-indulgence is the opposite of the Spirit,

the Spirit is totally against such a thing, and it is precisely because

the two are so opposed that you do not always carry out your good

intentions. If you are led by the Spirit, no law can touch you. When

self-indulgence is at work the results are obvious: fornication, gross

indecency and sexual irresponsibility; idolatry and sorcery; feuds and

wrangling, jealousy, bad temper and quarrels; disagreements,

factions, envy; drunkenness, orgies and similar things. I warn you

now, as I warned you before: those who behave like this will not

inherit the kingdom of God. What the Spirit brings is very different:

love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, trustfulness,

gentleness and self-control. There can be no law against things like

that, of course. You cannot belong to Christ Jesus unless you crucify

all self-indulgent passions and desire.

Since the Spirit is our life, let us be directed by the Spirit.

Gospel Acclamation

Alleluia, alleluia!

Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful

and kindle in them the fire of your love. Alleluia!

Gospel: John 15:26-27; 16:12-15

Jesus said to his disciples:

‘When the Advocate comes,

whom I shall send to you from the Father,

the Spirit of truth who issues from the Father,

he will be my witness.

And you too will be witnesses,

because you have been with me from the outset.

I still have many things to say to you

but they would be too much for you now.

But when the Spirit of truth comes

he will lead you to the complete truth,

since he will not be speaking as from himself

Following this sunday’s Missal: 29th sunday in ordinary tiMe - YEAR B

READINGS FROM PENTECOST SUNDAY, YEAR B

IMPORTANT DATES FOR THE

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION

Confirmation Registration and Information

Night for Parents/Carers

Wednesday 10th November, 5:30pm,

All Saints Catholic Church, Kempsey

Confirmation Commitment Mass

Sunday 21st November, 9:30am Mass,

All Saints Church Kempsey.

Sacrament of Confirmation

Wednesday 24th November, 5.30pm,

All Saints Church Kempsey

Solemnity of All Saints Masses: Monday, 1st November 9.30am Kempsey

5pm South West Rocks

All Souls Day Masses: Tuesday, 2nd November 9.30am South West Rocks

5pm Kempsey

November is a special time to pray for those of our family and friends who have died.

Parishioners are encouraged to attend Mass on these days to

remember the Saints of our Church, including our families, community, and all our deceased loved ones.

OCTOBER IS WORLD MISSION MONTH

BAPTISM PREPARATION NIGHT

Wednesday, 3rd November 2021, 6.30 pm

Parish Administration Office

Please contact the Parish Office to advise

of your attendance

Our leaders for this meeting will be Judy Brady & Casey Micallef

POPE FRANCIS ON TWITTER

Those who are Recently Deceased: Valerie Stretton, Ronald Ellem, Ruben Poneles, Damian MacAndrews, Bob Prior, Mekenna Greer. Those whose Anniversaries are at this time:

Roma Berry, Marie Reardon, Barbara Abood, Millie Heien,

Val Craig, Florence Cassidy, David Graham, Graham Rose,

Joseph Cullen, Patrick David Mainey, Ypke Van der Veer,

Jim Crotty, Archbishop Norman Gilroy, Fr John Dalton,

Fr John Curran.

Special Intentions: Mavis Symonds, Rhonda Henry, Avice Vogel, Peter Eakin,

Ian MacKenzie, Jenna Cork, Margaret Corley, Jan Purnell,

Margaret Henshaw, Yvonne Coombes, Stan Thompson,

Tony Ward, Terry Martin, Louise Pearsall, The Greer Family,

All those affected by Covid-19. Birthdays:

Sr Cabrini, Jack Chapman, John Henry.

I entrust you all to the heavenly Mother of God.

May she accompany you on your way and be of comfort in the trials of life.

SOUTH WEST ROCKS

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S SOCIAL GROUP

First Wednesday of each month,

SWR Church Hall from 10.30am.

Please bring a plate.

Cancelled until further notice

OCTOBER: MONTH OF THE HOLY ROSARY

This Monday families are invited to join in

‘One Million Children Praying the Rosary’

for unity and peace in the world.

Register and learn more at:

www.aidtochurch.org/one-million-children

The Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network have released a resource,

Rosary for the Family. It can be downloaded for free at https://

www.popesprayer.va/rosary-for-the-family/

ASPIRE YOUNG ADULT FORMATION WITH BISHOP GREG HOMEMING

For the past couple of years Bishop Greg has presented a monthly

one-hour talk rich with spiritual depth pitched to young adults living

in contemporary culture. Please join us on the 19th October and

22nd November, from 5:30-6:30pm, using this Zoom ID and

password, ID: 9348052213, password: 123456.

DONATIONS OF CLOTHES WELCOME

Our Catholic Chaplain at the Mid

North Coast Correctional Centre, Jill

O’Dell, is calling on our community to

donate clothes for inmates who are

about to be released. Good quality

men’s and women’s trousers, shorts,

T-shirts and shirts can be dropped off

at the Parish Office (open 9.30am to

3.30pm Tuesday to Friday).

ALL SAINTS ANGLICAN & CATHOLIC

CHURCHES MONTHLY PUB LUNCH

Parishioners of both churches are invited to

come together on a monthly basis and

share a meal and enjoy each other’s

company. This is a wonderful ecumenical

opportunity as we journey in life together.

SUNDAY OCTOBER 31, 12 NOON

MACLEAY RIVER HOTEL FREDERICKTON

PLEASE RSVP TO THE PARISH OFFICE

Please Join Us!

As Year 12 prepare to begin their

HSC exams we ask you to keep

them in your prayers:

Lord we pray for those sitting their

exams. May the Holy Spirit help them,

that they remain calm and at peace so

they will be able to make the best use

of their talents, the study they have done and the

education they have been given. Let nothing prevent

them from doing as well as they deserve and may they

be ready to support and encourage one another.

Amen.

IMPORTANT PLANNED GIVING INFORMATION

Our new Planned Giving Direct Debit details are:

BSB: 704 189 Account Number: 11015646

Please note that the ANZ Direct Debit account will remain open during our period of transition to Coastline Credit Union.

Unfortunately, recently some deposits have been made and the benefactor’s name has not been included. When depositing please

include your surname and envelope number in the remitter name/

description.

If you haven’t signed up to direct debit and would like to take

advantage of this option please contact Debra in the parish office.

ORDINATION INVITATION

You are invited to participate in the

livestream of the Ordination of Roger

Delmonte to the Priesthood on Monday 18

October 11:30am. The invitation also includes livestream of the

Mass of Thanksgiving on Tuesday 19 October 11am.

Go to www.bbcatholic.org.au/ordination

Welcome to our Family!

Combined All Saints Ecumenical Prayer Service

Join us as we strengthen and pray for

Christian unity.

All Saints Anglican Church, Kempsey,

Sunday, 31 October, 5.30pm

Mass and Devotions: 18 October 2021 – 24 October 2021 COVIDSafe Practices Apply. Register at Church Door

Monday 18th No Mass St Luke, Evangelist

Tuesday 19th 5.00pm: Mass, Kempsey

Followed by Exposition & Benediction Sts John Brebeuf, Isaac Jogues & Companions, &

St Paul of the Cross

Wednesday 20th

8.00am: Mass, Smithtown

4.30pm: Rosary Cenacle, Mercy Chapel St Irene

Thursday 21st

9.05am: Mass, Kempsey

6.00pm: Mass, Willawarrin St Laura Montoya Upegui

Friday 22nd 8.30am: Exposition, Kempsey

9.30am: Mass, Kempsey

7.00pm - 9.00pm: Exposition, Kempsey

Pope St John Paul II

Saturday 23rd

9.30am: Mass, SWR

6.00pm: Mass, Kempsey St John of Capistrano

Sunday 24th 7.30am: Mass, SWR

9.30am: Mass, Kempsey

The Catholic Diocese of Lismore Safeguarding Office If you or a person close to you has been abused by someone working or

ministering within the Diocese of Lismore, we ask you to contact us. We will

listen to you respectfully, offer support and discuss options you have

available to you. To contact the Safeguarding Office, please phone

(02) 6621 9444 or email safeguarding@lismore.catholic.org.au.

Our policies, procedures & resources are available on our parish website

and at the parish office.

DIOCESAN INVESTMENT FUND

PAYS 0.45%

No fees or charges on your accounts.

Phone: 1800 802 516

Website: www.dif.org.au

THE Parrot’S parable:

“Enjoy the little things in life because one day you might just look back and realise they were the big things.”

NEXT SUNDAY’S READINGS

PARISH BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS FOR DIRECT DEBIT

Macleay Valley Catholic Parish

BSB: 704 189

Account Number: 11015646

Remitter Name: your surname and envelope number

Thirtieth Sunday in O/T - Year B

First Reading: Jeremiah 31: 7-9

Responsorial Psalm: The Lord has done great things

for us; we are filled with joy.

Second Reading: Hebrews 5: 1-6

Gospel Acclamation:

Alleluia, alleluia!

Our Saviour Jesus Christ has done away with death,

and brought us life through his gospel. Alleluia!

Gospel: Mark 10: 46-52

The Mercy Chapel & Our Lady’s Grotto

Kempsey are available for parishioners

at all times for private prayer

or prayer groups. The access is by

combination lock and the code

is available at the Parish Office.

Sacrament of Reconciliation Times

Saturday Kempsey, 5.15pm-5.45pm

Sunday South West Rocks, 7am-7.20am

Tuesday Kempsey, 5.25pm-5.55pm

Wednesday Smithtown, Before Mass

SUNDAY MASS ROSTERS: 23 & 24 OCTOBER 2021

MINISTRY KEMPSEY SAT 6PM SOUTH WEST ROCKS SUN 7.30AM KEMPSEY SUN 9.30AM

Minister of the Eucharist Steve Randell Liz Picker Guy Campbell

Reader Margaret Haydon Liz Picker Margaret Patterson

Offertory Procession N/A during pandemic N/A during pandemic N/A during pandemic

Hospitality Frances Dykes Joy Rees Volunteer

Commentator Margaret Haydon Carmel Ball Margaret Patterson

Music Recorded Music Recorded Music Recorded Music

Cleaning KEMPSEY: Bruce Caldwell, Rosemary Fisher, Tony Curtin

SOUTH WEST ROCKS: M Mitchell & A Adams

These are available at the

entrance and on the back seat

of the Kempsey Church

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITY SHEETS & PENCILS

Our latest COVIDSafe Plan is

available at the entrance to

our churches and on the parish

website. Please continue to

support these endeavours. We

thank everyone for their

continued assistance and

cooperation, and continue to

pray for the end of this virus and for all affected!

LiveStream

Masses

continue with

Bishop Greg,

every Sunday

8am,

via the

Diocese’s YouTube

Channel