Parish of St Edward the Confessor If you are new

to the Parish or

are visiting,

Welcome! We are glad you have come to

share Eucharist with us today. Please leave

your details with the Parish Office so that Fr Marce and a member of our Parish Pastoral Council can reach out to you with a formal

welcome. Thank you.

CHURCH

104 Chatswood Road, Daisy Hill, Qld, 4127

Parish Priest Fr. Marce Singson

Parish Office Secretary: Cheryl McCaffery

Phone: 3299 2000 Email: daisyhill@bne.catholic.net.au

Parish Website: www.stedwardsdaisyhill.org.au

Office Hours 9.00am – 2.00pm on Monday,

Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

Pastoral Council, Chairperson Mr Steven Richardson

Mobile: 0401 696 696

Finance Council, Chairperson Mr Ravi Raveendrakumar -

Phone :3208 9560

St. Edwards Care and Concern

Mrs. Laura Ferrall - Coordinator

Mobile 0422 954 946

Parish Safeguarding Children Representative

John Wood Mobile: 0408 296 422 (Assisted by) Cheryl McCaffery

Mobile: 0432 171 924

Columbarium Manager John Guiton

Phone: 3299 5233

Parish SVDP

President: Mrs. Maureen Thornton

Phone:3290 1959 SVDP HELPLINE: 5561 4702

St. Edwards Primary, School Principal

Rick Sheehan Phone: 3208 0922

St. Edwards OSHC Mrs Jyotsna Chauhan

Phone: 3208 9470

Daisy Hill & Southside Family Day Care

Phone: 3208 0463

14th - 15th January 2017

2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Our Gospel reading today is from St. John. It is a

continuation of the story of Jesus' baptism from a

different perspective. Here the focus is on John the

Baptist and his prophetic role in announcing Jesus as the

Promised Messiah. What I'd like for us to think about

today is the description John uses of Jesus as the "the

Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the

world!" (John 1:29).

To appreciate what this means we need to go back to the

Old Testament Book of Leviticus. That's where we get

the biggest dose of offerings and sacrifices. In a word,

Jews were taught to offer sacrifices for just about every

aspect of life. For example, there were the burnt offerings, grain offerings, sin

offerings, guilt offerings, wave offerings, thank offerings, elevation offerings,

ordination offerings and offerings of well-being … and I may have overlooked one

or two. Sacrifices were necessary in order to make the offerings. Sacrificial

animals included bulls, cattle, calves, oxen, rams, goats, sheep, pigeons and

turtledoves.

Naturally, when an animal was sacrificed, there was a lot of blood shed. The blood

was thought to have a special effect in appeasing God. In some instances, the Torah

stipulated that, not only was the animal to be burned as a "pleasing odour to the

Lord," (think of grilling steaks on a charcoal fire), the priest was to dip his finger in

the blood and sprinkle it seven times on the curtain behind the altar. In other

instances, he was to place blood on the horns of the altar; and, at other times, he

was to pour the blood out on the ground in front of the altar. Lambs were

commonly used in ritual sacrifice and, when a lamb was specified, it was to be a

"lamb…without blemish." Sometimes a single lamb would be sacrificed; at other

times, it could be as many as twelve or more.

As Christians, we don't practice ritual sacrifice. More to the point, we don't offer

sacrifices in the church today because we believe that Jesus made the ultimate

sacrifice in dying, once and for all, for the forgiveness of sins. He died for us that

we might live for others. When we make an offering today, it's in response to the

freedom and forgiveness we've already received.

As Christians, this is where we make the

connection between Jesus and the Paschal Lamb:

His blood was shed as an atonement for sin – and,

as John is quick to point out – "… not for ours

only, but also for the whole world." (1 John 2:2)

We have the assurance of eternal life through faith

in him.

When John the Baptist saw Jesus coming his way,

he told his disciples, "Behold, the Lamb of God,

who takes away the sin of the world!" As you see

signs of his presence in the trials and tribulations of

everyday life, dare to let him come more fully into

your heart and invite others to know him, as well.

THE LAMB OF GOD

By: Fr. Marce Singson

BAPTISM

We welcome into our Christian community:

Jessie Isaiah Valiao

Miranda Barbara Mackay

Baptism is 7 days a week. Please

phone the parish office for

information regarding Baptism.

WE REMEMBER

In our prayers all who have died recently,

Beryl Kowtan

and those whose anniversaries are in this month:

Gavina Abrique Laurel (Joy) Oliver

David Campton Beverley Wilson

Names of recently deceased or anniversaries for the deceased will be displayed for a period of 3 weeks only. For privacy reasons these inserts will only be accepted from a family member. Thank you.

PLEASE PRAY

For all our Sick parishioners and family members:

Neonila Constantino

Maria Teresita Villar

If you would like our community to remember you or a family member in our prayers please complete the information in the register on the table at the back of the Church. These will be

displayed for 3 weeks only. Thank you

CHILDREN'S LITURGY

MEETING

There will be a short meeting

after 8.30am Mass on Sunday

22nd January to organise the roster for

children's liturgy for this year. The

meeting will be held at the side of the

church near the musicians' corner. If

you would like to assist with children's

liturgy this year, please come along to

the meeting or leave your contact

details at the parish office. Children's

Liturgy will commence on Sunday 29th

January for all children between the

ages of 4 and 12 years. We have two

groups to provide for the different age

groups." Denise Clancy

ATTENTION: ALL VOLUNTEERS (over 18 years)

Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable Adults

Seminar-training on Thursday February 16 from 6:30pm to 9.00pm. This is mandatory. Even those who attended the seminar conducted in

our parish 2 or 3 years ago, are mandated to attend this seminar-training. Light dinner will be served.

Policy Statement Children, young people and vulnerable adults are a gift from God with an intrinsic right to dignity of life, respect and security from physical and emotional harm. They are to be treasured, nurtured and safeguarded.

This means that everyone in the church must ensure that the fundamental rights of children, young people and vulnerable adults are respected. This will be achieved through the development of respectful relationships and a commitment to safety embracing appropriate boundaries, behaviours and practices, in accordance with the Archdiocese of Brisbane Code of Ethical Behaviour for employees and volunteers who work in service of the Church as well as adherence to the legislative imperatives of the State.

Please send an email to daisyhill@bne.catholic.net.au to advise of your attendance.

Numbers are needed for catering purposes. RSVP by Monday 13.02.2017.

Mass will be celebrated on Monday

23rd January 2017 at 9.00am to

welcome our School Staff to a new school year.

All Welcome.

School Motto: Love ~ Growth ~ Peace

Mission Statement

Vision: St Edward the Confessor School seeks to provide an environment where children are able to live and grow in faith, life and learning.

Mission: To enable children to live and grow in faith, we aspire to create a community that:

Witnesses its belief through prayer, worship and daily life

Understands and uses Gospel Values to guide their actions in daily life

Is immersed within our Catholic story, tradition and teaching To enable children to live and grow in life, we aspire to create a community that:

Values the self-worth of all members

Strives to grow and improve relationships that value teamwork, loyalty, dedication and co-operation

Maintains a happy, friendly school atmosphere, ensuring that everyone feels welcome

To enable children to live and grow in learning, we aspire to create a community that:

Provides opportunities for the full growth & development of each child through inclusive, quality education

Develops a curriculum that fosters productive partnerships and shared responsibility for learning

Provides a curriculum which is challenging, interesting and focuses on the development of each individual to their full potential.

MASS TIMES 15th - 21st January

Sunday,

15 January

8.30am Mass

6.00pm Mass

2nd Sunday in

Ordinary Time

Monday,

16 January

7.00am Rosary

7.30am Mass

Tuesday,

17 January

7.00pm Mass

Adoration

St Anthony

Wednesday,

18 January

7.00am Rosary

7.30am Mass

Thursday,

19 January

7.30am Mass

Friday,

20 January

7.00am Rosary

7.30am Mass

Saturday

21 January

7.30am Mass

5.30pm

Reconciliation

6.00pm Mass

Parish Hospitality Teams

Join us and the Parish Community for a

cuppa and refreshments in the covered area

at the side of the Church.

21.01.2017 @ 6.00pm Mass

Neville & Anita Peres’s Team

22.01.2017 @ 8.30am Mass

Al Silagan’s Team

22.01.2017 @ 6.00pm Mass

Cheryl McCaffery’s Team

Birthday & Anniversary celebration will be held on 21st

& 22nd January 2017.

Senior Group Update Mass : Tuesday 14th February 2017 at 9.00 am

At this Mass Fr Marce also holds an Anointing of the Sick.

A cuppa Morning tea will be served after Mass.

Transport can be arranged if required.

Any enquiries please contact:

Noelene 3208 5304 or 0409 261 639

Yurana Nursing Home Mass for

2017 will resume on Tuesday

07th February 2017.

COLUMBARIUM UPDATE The Columbarium sets in well on its site. It looks very elegant and solemn, yet very

affordable. What one parish priest said to me: “Your parish is so generous!” What I

love most about its setting is that: it faces at the Altar, were Jesus presides over the

Holy Eucharist.

At this point in time we are still awaiting quotes from landscapers to beautify the whole

area, including some benches. After the landscaping, probably at the beginning of

March, then we are ready to accept Ashes of your loved ones and organise a memorial

liturgy as we place the Ashes onto the niche. It is also after the landscaping, that we can

give the Certificate, but only to those who are already fully paid.

Fr. Marce

What is the Movement?

The Movement is a Membership of

people with a variety of backgrounds,

abilities and age who commit themselves

to work with people with disabilities to

respond to the joy, hope and love in their Spiritual and Social

lives.

What is the history of the Movement?

The Movement was established in 1967. A small group of people

saw a great need to work, support and interact with Cerebal Palsy

people. It wasn't long before their aim had to be extended to all

forms of disabilities due to popular demand.

Through the generosity and support, the Movement also extends

financial help to the Australian Marist Brothers in Cambodia by

contributing yearly to support people with disabilities and land

mine injuries. The Brothers share the same desire as the

Movement by supporting the spiritual and social needs of all our

special friends.

The Movement, although based on Catholic beliefs is truly

Ecumenical and all members and people with disabilities are

welcomed and respected for their beliefs.

God's love is unconditional. It is for us all.

Church Appeal 28 - 29 January 2017 Envelopes will be provided.

Church Ministers’ Rosters for next weekend 21st - 22nd January 2017

If you are new to the Parish or are visiting, Welcome! We are glad you have come to share Eucharist with us today. Please leave your details with the parish office (3299.2000) so that

Fr. Marce and a member of our Parish Pastoral Council can reach out to you with a formal welcome. Thank you

We here at the Parish of St Edward the Confessor, as part of the Archdiocese of Brisbane MUST ABIDE BY AND ADHERE TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PRIVACY ACT AND THE AUSTRALIAN

PRIVACY PRINCIPLES. Archdiocesan Website www.bne.catholic.net.au or www.stewardsdaisyhill.org.au

We are also compelled to adhere to the Policy of the Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable Adults https://brisbanecatholic.org.au/support/safeguard/

Children's Liturgy takes place during the Sunday

8.30am Mass fortnightly during the school term only.

Upcoming Dates for 2017 will be advised as soon as the

dates are available.

We can use your postage stamps

from your mail The Salesian Missions use the old stamps that are

passed on to them to raise funds. This goes towards Salesian

Education and relief work in developing nations. Yes, the Post

man does not have to stop by often, but on that rare occasion he

does, and on that envelope, if there is a stamp, can you please

pass this on to us, instead of throwing it in the bin? A small

gesture, lending a big helping hand. We have placed a collection

box for stamps in the parish office.

Saturday 6.00pm Sunday 8.30am Sunday 6.00pm

Holy Mass Coordinators David & Judi Denise Love Ica Medina

Parish Choirs Spiritus Youth Choir El Shaddai

Overhead Projectionist Volunteer Volunteer Volunteer

Proclaimers of the Word: 1 Charles Telles Jess Gregorio Dilu McCaffery

Proclaimers of the Word: 2 Ella Villar Viano Taschke Jesmine Medina

Communion Ministers Lorie Angcay Rose George Len Redoblado

Amorita Wessling Joseph Weerasinghe Miriam Silva

Paul Wessling Brian Ridder Butch Redoblado

Marj Weerasinghe Sandra Seneviratne

Rachel Porio Denise Clancy

Ray Hughes

Laura Ferrall

Alter Servers Annabelle Wessling Ugala Isbon Isabelle McCaffery

Jonathan Wessling Natalia Isbon Ella O’Brien

As part of our community links we are currently

reflecting on our engagement with the First People of

this country. We are working towards positive outcomes

for all families and as part of this process we are

developing a reconciliation action plan. If any members

of the community would like to offer support and

guidance we would love to hear from you.

If you would like more information about our service,

including becoming an Educator or Childcare

enquiries please contact the office on: 3208 0463.

The St Vincent de Paul Society has a long history

of helping migrants and refugees. We do this both

by providing services to asylum seekers and

refugees in Australia, and by advocating to

government on their behalf. Our services include

providing financial and information support to migrants and

refugees, for example through home visitation, food and financial

help, visits to detention centres, and homework centres. There are

also dedicated Vinnies migrant and refugee centres and

committees in some states, which coordinate these activities and

also offer information services.

Our advocacy is led by the National Office, and the Vincentian

Refugee Network. Advocacy includes spreading the true stories

of migrants and refugees, writing submissions to various bodies,

media work, and some events. Our main areas of concern are the

negative outcomes of detention centres, which we absolutely

oppose, and inadequate financial support for refugees and asylum

seekers living in the community. For more information read our

Refugee Policy and our latest media releases. You may also wish

to read the life stories of asylum seekers and refugees who have

been assisted by Vinnies on their website:

https://www.vinnies.org.au/page/

Our_Impact/

Asylum_Seekers_Migrants_Refugees/