159 Northway, Durban North, 4051 E-Mail Website: www.fatima.org.za Tel 5635554 Fax 5634684
Parish Priest: Rev Fr Desmond Nair
Deacon: Rev Peter VenterPastoral Assistants: Irene Helsdon and Anne Chatteris
18th August 2013
Golden Jubilee Year – Year of Faith
Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C
Missal References Page 948 (W1171)
Eucharistic Prayer
Memorial Acclamation
Next Sunday’s Scripture Page 952 (W1196)
Next Sunday Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time Year C
Feasts of the Week
Monday St. John Eudes, priest
Tuesday St. Bernard, abbot & doctor
Wednesday St. Pius X, pope
Thursday The Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Friday St. Rose of Lima, virgin
Saturday St. Bartholomew, apostle
Entrance Antiphon
Turn your eyes, O God, our shield; and look on the face of your anointed one; one day within your courts is better than a thousand elsewhere.
Responsorial Psalm Psalm 40
Lord, make haste to help me!
I waited, I waited for the Lord,
and he stooped down to me;
he heard my cry,
He drew me from the deadly pit,
from the miry clay.
He set my feet upon a rock,
made my footsteps firm.
He put a new song into my mouth,
praise of our God.
Many shall see and fear
and shall trust in the Lord.
Wretched and poor though I am
the Lord is mindful of me.
You are my rescuer, my help;
O my God, do not delay.
Lord, make haste to help me!
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia, alleluia!
My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord;
I know them, and they follow me. Alleluia!
Communion Antiphon
With the Lord there is mercy; in him is plentiful redemption.
This Week’s Diary
/Monday / Communion Service / 9.00am
RCIA 2014 / 7.00pm
St Vincent de Paul Society Meeting / 7.00pm
Tuesday / Communion Service / 6.30am
Gospel Sharing / 9.30am
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament / 5.00pm –7.00pm
Wednesday / Men’s Fellowship & Prayer / 5.00am – 6.00am
Faith Formation / 9.30am – 11.00am
Communion Service / 6.00pm
Thursday / Communion Service / 7.00am
Rosary Team Meeting / 9.30am
Communion Service / 6.00pm
Choir Practice / 6.30pm
Ministers’ of Care Formation / 7.00pm
Friday / Morning Prayer (Divine Office) / 6.15am
Communion Service / 6.30am
Saturday / Communion Service / 8.00am
Sunday / Masses / 7.00am; 9.00am & 5.45pm
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Please pray for the Sick especially:
Relatives:
Tris Tillard’s sister; Joy Lees’ grandniece; May Dormehl’s daughter & brother-in-law; Peter Squires; Gladys Cole’s brother; Dolores Beardwell’s mother; Maryse Bowman’s nieces; Charles & Lynn Govender’s son-in-law; Mary Kidd’s granddaughter; Renee Armstrong’s sisters; Jeniene Saunders’ nephew; Challin Reid’s aunt; Louise Kin’s sister; Nancy Chettiar’s mother; Josiane & Marie-Claude Maujean’s brother; Leanne Hoar’s mother; Annette Hoyer’s parents; Michael George D’Ercole; Brian Hoogewerf’s nephew; Jan Huiskamp’s mother; Jessie Naidu’s brother; Debbie Macpherson’s sister; John Bremner’s nephew. / Kurt Donaldson’s mother; aunt & uncle; Lynne Tillard’s brother; Anne Appelgren’s husband sister & aunt; Elsa Pearton’s son Michael, sister & granddaughter; Graham Naude’s mother; Zelda Byrne’s daughter-in-law; Marjorie Mawbey’s nieces; Hana Toman’s father; Alma Osborn’s grandson; Anna Esterhuizen’s mother; Nicole Blackburn’s daughter; Irene Helsdon’s niece; Peggy du Plessis’ daughter-in-law; Jean & Pauline Leclezio’s son & daughter-in-law; Brenda Ogle’s granddaughter & sister; Margaret Beechey’s mother; Denise Irvine’s daughter; Candice Behrens’ grandfather; Maryse Wardell’s mother; Stuart McGregor;Gill Yelland’s daughter-in-law;
Fr Egbert O’Dea; Sandy Quinn’s brother. / Tottie Bremner’s father & nephew; Caron Martins’ father & sister; Josè Martins’ mother; Nadine Paul’s mother & cousin; Liz Newberry’s husband; Esme Hallot’s nieces; Norma Oosthuysen’s sister; Lyn Alborough’s brother; Warren Walker’s uncle; Charles Sturgess’ cousin; George & Carol Urquhart’s mothers; Ancilla Donaldson’s parents; Linda Gorlei’s parents; Norlie McDonogh’s sister-in-law; Colin Melville’s sister; Jo James’ nephew; Fr. Donovan Wheatley; Maureen Hutton’s daughter-in-law; Mary Ann Salvage’s brother;Theresa Hoogewerf’s uncle.
Parishioners:
Lou Elliott; Sue & Des Bloom;Cathy Hogg; Isabel Akal; Sr. Catherina; Irene Gliddon;
Milly van Gogh; Hendrika Brock;
Cameron Smith; Lynne Belgrad;
Jabu Marescotti; Luc Pous;
Gordon Urquhart; Clare Whatmore; Jenny Ducray. / Pat du Trevou; Mary Kidd;
Pam Farr; Stella Barber;
Judith de Marigny; May Dormehl;
Virgile Bonhomme; Gail Rossiter;
Shân de Chalain Randolph Tryon; Simon Webb; Olga Newby-Fraser; Natalie Modari. Dorothy Warburton; Felicity Harrison; Anthea Jack. / Daphne Rahmer; Leigh Went;
Maryse Bowman; Kelvin Quinn;
Deryk Bayman;
Mick Armstrong; Roger Brouard; Lynne Govender; Caron Martins; Patricia Melville; Werner Pabeschitz;
Carmen Batista.
Please pray for the repose of the souls of Ancilla Donaldson’s aunt and Theresa Hoogewerf’s aunt. May their souls and the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace Amen.
SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY
Isaiah 66:18-21; Hebrews 12:5-7.11-13; Luke 13:22-30
Y4K (Senior Primary -Grades 4 – 7).
Meet on the 1st & 3rd Friday of the Month at 5.30pm – 7.00pm
LEADERS: Adrienne Goldstone 0782759284; Kurt Kin 0714146031;
Stephanie Donnelly 0834076652
Y4Y- Youth for Youth (High School -Grades 8 – 12).
Meet on the 1st & 3rd Friday of the Month at 7.00pm – 8.30pm
LEADERS: Bradley Tomlin 0725021866; Catherine Abraham 0839998986;
Bianca Wallas: 0849161992
WOMEN’S MONTH - RAFFLE.
Catholic Women’s League will be selling tickets after all Sunday Masses for the Women’s Month Raffle. The draw will take place on the 25th August, after the 9am Mass.
YEAR OF FAITH – FAITH FORMATION
Trilogy of talks on “Know Your Faith” on Wednesday,
the: 21st August; 2013 in the parish hall of Our Lady Of Fatima.
We will be focusing on “Sacraments”. Time 9.30-11.00am.
Tea will be served. ALL WELCOME!
ROSARY TEAM MEETING
Our next meeting will take place on Thursday the 22nd August, at 9.30am in the Upper hall
FORMATION DATES:
Ministers of Care Thursday 22nd August at 7.00pm
Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick Thursday 05th September at 7.00pm
Altar Servers Leaders Friday 06th September at 4.30pm
Junior Church Team’s Saturday 21st September at 8.30am
Catechists Formation Saturday 28th September at 8.30am
MINISTRY OF CARE
Do you have a need? Do you know someone in need? Please contact Deacon Peter Venter: 031 5635554 during office hours or 031 5638188 after hours, in order for us to assist.
MEN’S BREAKFAST
All men are invited for a time of fellowship & breakfast to be held in the Church Hall after the 6.30am Communion Service on Friday the 06th September, 2013. The cost: R30.00c. per person. Please book with the Parish office: 031 563 5554, before the 30th July 2013, for catering purposes.
FIRST CONFESSION PARENTS
All parents of those in the First Confession groups for 2013 are reminded of their meeting with Fr. Des on Tuesday the 3rd September 2013 at 7.30pm – 9.00pm in the Parish Hall
SAINT VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY FUNDRAISER
This year for something a little different, please support the Fatima SVDP in a VISUAL FUN QUIZ to raise funds to assist the poor and needy.
DATE: Friday the 18th October 2013.
PLACE: Fatima Convent School Hall.
TIME: 6.30pm.
WHAT TO BRING: Your own food, snacks, drinks, money for raffle tickets and all your friends and family.
COST OF TICKETS: R60.00 for Adults and R40.00 for Scholars.
WHAT TO EXPECT: Fun, Laughter, Prizes.
Contact the Parish Office to book tickets/tables.
We are also looking for sponsors of prizes for the evening for the quiz/raffle-if you are able to assist please contact: Matthew: 082 446 5492.
St. Vincent de Paul Society - (Golden Hours Sunday Market).
Are collecting any second hand items such as toys, games, household utensils, costume jewellery, ornaments, CD’s, DVD’s, etc. in reasonable condition (damaged or broken items are not saleable). These items are to be sold and the proceeds raised will go towards feeding the poor and needy. Donations may be left at the Parish office from Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm. Contact: Josie Giannotti Tel: 031 563 1199 or Cel: 084 332 0690 if items need to be collected, Please note: Collection in the Durban North Area only.
INCHANGA ‘CHOOSE LIFE’
The Inchanga ‘Choose Life’ project is still going, but is in need of new donors – R100 per month- to keep the vegetable gardens viable. If you are a member of the “100 club” please don’t forget to pay your dues, and if you are interested in hearing more about the project call Irene at the parish office.
FR. DES AWAY ON LEAVE
Father Des will be away from the Parish on leave from Saturday the 25th May until Saturday the 31st August 2013 inclusive. There will be no confessions on Saturdays.
Our neighbouring Parishes, have Confessions on Saturdays at the following times:
Blessed Sacrament, Virginia, Saturdays -4.00pm – 5.00pm
St. Michael’s, Red Hill, Saturdays -4.30pm
St Joseph’s Morningside Saturdays -4.30pm.
ALL EMERGENCY SICK CALLS must be referred to Deacon Peter Venter at the Parish Office during office hours 031 563 5554 or after hours 031 563 8188.
TOYS FOR HAPPINESS CAMPAIGN - 2013
Parishioners are requested to collect new and/or second hand toys, books, crayons, etc.
As you are aware, the Knights of Da Gama, with the generosity of the Durban community, collect, refurbish, pack and distribute toys to bring joy and happiness to hundreds of children each year. These items may be left at the Parish Office from Monday to Friday’s – 8.30am to 4.30pm.
RETROUVAILLE
A Lifeline for Marriage – Retrouvaille helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. It is designed to provide the tools to help get your marriage back on track. It will give you the opportunity to rediscover each other and examine your lives together in a new and positive way. This program has helped 10’s of 1000’s of couples experiencing marital difficulty at all levels including disillusionment and deep misery. For confidential information about or to register for the program beginning with a weekend on the 04-06 October, call 0828 500 500 or visit the web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com.
Come join us in celebrating Fr Des’ birthday
Date: 7 September 2013 Venue: School Hall Time: 6.30pm
Cost: R50 adults R40 (under 13 years)
INCLUDES DINNER, DESSERT, COFFEE, BYO DRINKS
Live entertainment from members of the KZN Men’s Choir!
Please RSVP: to Gwen at the parish office.
Seats are limited! BOOKINGS CLOSE ON: 4 SEPTEMBER 2013.
If you would like to assist with the arrangements please contact: Sophia
on 0825639361 / Any help will be most welcome.
MEDJUGORJE
The apparitions of Our Lady in Medjugorje have drawn more than 50 million people from all over the world.
A powerful new documentary film ‘The Triumph’ explores this great and controversial mystery.
It will be screened on:
25 August at 14.30 p.m. at the PAVILION CONFERENCE CENTRE,
15 K.E. Masinga Road (Old Fort Road).
Further details on how to book - on the flyers on both notice boards.
Mass Intentions
Sunday 18th August to 25th August 2013
Sunday
/ 7.00am / Irene Donovan RIP (Frances Steele) andRon Surmon RIP (Denyse Surmon)
9.00am / Pro Populo
5.45pm / Holy Souls RIP (Sandra Teodosio)
Sunday / 7.00am / Holy Souls RIP (Maria Teodosio) and
Siyabonga Magalela & Family RIP (Gertrude Mthethwa)
9.00am / Leong Kwai Liang RIP (Kin Family) and
Natalie Doherty RIP (Margaret & Family)
5.45pm / Pro Populo
Welcome New Parishioners
Change of Address and/or Phone
/ / Need dedication informationNew registration
/ / Registered but do not receive mailMoving out of parish
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Address
City / Code
Phone
Place in the collection basket or hand to Minister of Hospitality
Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C18th August, 2013 Anthony Cassidy, C.Ss.R
Commentary
First Reading (Jer 38:4-6.8-10).Jeremiah was the prophet at the time of the siege of Jerusalem by the army of Babylonian emperor Nebuchadnezzar. He saw that the situation of the city was hopeless. The Judean king, Zedekiah, a weak ruler, was controlled by his advisers, who warned him that Jeremiah was undermining the morale of the defending troops and the ordinary inhabitants of the city. The person of the prophet was sacred, however. He was God’s representative and there was great popular support for him. They could not then do away with him openly, but they could ensure that the word of the Lord proclaimed could not be heard, and so render it powerless. The ineffectual Zedekiah recognises just how powerless he is and surrenders power over the prophet without much struggle. They had him lowered into a well, in the hope that his word would not be heard, and that he would die a natural death. But the Lord had other ideas. Ebed-Melech (Hebrew: ‘Servant of the King’) is on Jeremiah’s side and is the sole voice for compassion and justice raised on behalf of the unfortunate prophet. Ebed-Melech is a foreigner, an Ethiopian, in the royal service and it is to him that the prophet owes his life.
Second Reading (Heb 12:1-4).
‘The great cloud of witnesses’ includes Abraham, who had enough trust in God that he was prepared to sacrifice Isaac, his only hope for the future of his race and name, and Moses, who shared in the suffering and trials of his people during the exodus, even to the extent of not entering the promised land. The writer encourages us to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus and his story, rather like the ploughman who keeps his eye focussed on a fixed point on the horizon, so that he can plough a straight and undeviating furrow, in order that we may arrive at the point at which Jesus is awaiting us. Jesus too was a person of faith who kept his eyes fixed on the joy of the resurrection which still lay in the future. In the strength of that faith, he was able to endure his sufferings. Thinking of how he stood firm in the face of opposition can give believers the strength they need. Writing in a climate where martyrdom was an ever-present possibility, the writer of Hebrews warns his readers that in the struggle against sin they have not yet had to face the prospect of fighting until death.
Gospel (Lk 12:49-53)..
The two sayings about the fire and the baptism Jesus must still face are difficult. It is easy to identify their common structure – a reference to something pertaining to the mission of Jesus (‘cast fire on the earth’ / ‘baptism with which I must be baptised’) and a declaration of impatience for the moment of fulfilment to come about (‘how I wish it were blazing’ / ‘how great is my distress until it is over’). The fire may refer to the coming judgment of the Son of Man and the baptism to the sufferings he will undergo in Jerusalem.