Category: Bulletin

Here are the announcements from our bulletin for the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time:

SOLEMN REQUIEM FOR FR GABRIEL
Both the Vigil (Monday 19th June) and the day of the funeral (Tuesday 20th June) were great successes and most befitting a farewell to our beloved Fr Gabriel. The community and Australian Province once again wish to Thank Fr Richard for organising / coordinating the funeral and all details pertaining to it. Fr Richard once again wishes to Thank all who came to participate and farewell Fr Gabriel and especially all those who helped him in preparing for the vigil, funeral and wake. Fr Gabriel’s family also wish to Thank everyone for their prayers, love and support at this hard time. They appreciate all the condolences received and good wishes from pilgrims.

GOLF BUGGYS
Fr Richard has purchased two golf buggy’s for the benefit of pilgrims coming to the Shrine, especially for Fatima Day or any major solemnity. He is looking for people interested in driving them. For anyone interested please speak to Fr Richard or one of the community.

WORKING BEE
It is planned to have a working Bee on the third Saturday of each month starting round 9am with Mass at 8am for anyone wishing to attend. Next working bee: Saturday 15th July. For anyone seeking further information or would like to volunteer please speak to Fr Joseph Maria.

READERS AT MASS
Fr Richard is looking for people interested in reading at the Sunday Masses. It is always good to have a few people and if this is achieved a roster can be created for each of the Masses. Please speak to Fr Richard and specify which particular Sunday Mass you would like to read at and the regularity you can offer.

OLD MONASTERY
As many of you know the original Monastery which began in Penrose Park was demolished due to compromises in the integrity of the building and a new “Old Monastery” was constructed in its place. It was never really finished but over the past month, Fr Richard, Fr Joseph and a couple of volunteers have finished it and brought it up to a usable standard. There are 4 rooms available for individuals or couples wishing to come and spend some time at Penrose Park ($30 without linen & $40 with linen). There is also a decent conference room. Fr Richard intends to start monthly morning teas after the 8am Mass t the old monastery starting in September when the weather warms up. If there is anyone interested in helping to organise/coordinate this please speak to Fr Richard.

Here are the announcements from the Shrine Bulletin for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time:

SOLEMN REQUIEM FOR FR GABRIEL
Both the Vigil and the day of the funeral were great successes and most befitting a farewell to our beloved Fr Gabriel.
The community and Australian Province firstly wish to Thank Fr Richard for organising / coordinating the funeral and all details pertaining to it.
Fr Richard wishes to Thank all who came to participate and farewell Fr Gabriel and especially all those who helped him in preparing for the vigil, funeral and wake.
Fr Gabriel’s family also wish to Thank everyone for their prayers, love and support at this hard time. They appreciate all the condolences received and good wishes from pilgrims.

MUSIC AT THE FUNERAL
Many people commented at the amazing music at Fr Gabriel’s funeral. The are a group called “Prima Luce” and they specialise in Church music especially chant and the Traditional Latin Mass. We will be using them from time to time to enhance the beauty and dignity of our Shrine Liturgy. A special Thank you also goes to our organist, Mr Michael Taylor who played the hymns and accompanied Prima Luce in some of the pieces.

WORKING BEE
Thank you very much to the few volunteers who turned up to help last Saturday 17th June. It is planned to have a working Bee on the third Saturday of each month starting round 9am with Mass at 8am for anyone wishing to attend. Next working bee: Saturday 15th July.

READERS AT MASS
Fr Richard is looking for people interested in reading at the Sunday Masses. It is always good to have a few people and if this is achieved a roster can be created for each of the Masses. Please speak to Fr Richard and specify which particular Sunday Mass you would like to read at and the regularity you can offer.

OLD MONASTERY
As many of you know the original Monastery which began in Penrose Park was demolished due to compromises in the integrity of the building and a new “Old Monastery” was constructed in its place. It was never really finished but over the past month, Fr Richard, Fr Joseph and a couple of volunteers have finished it and brought it up to a usable standard. There are 4 rooms available for individuals or couples wishing to come and spend some time at Penrose Park ($30 without linen & $40 with linen). There is also a decent conference room. Fr Richard intends to start monthly morning teas after the 8am Mass at the old monastery starting in September when the weather warms up. If there is anyone interested in helping to organise/coordinate this please speak to Fr Richard.

Here are the announcements from the Bulletin for the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time:

VIGIL & VIEWING OF FR GABRIEL
The Solemn Reception of the Body of Fr Gabriel and Vigil Liturgy will be on Monday 19th June at the Old Monastery commencing at 3pm and concluding around 7pm.
The Order of Service will be the following:
3pm: Reception of the Body, procession into the Old Monastery Chapel and opening of the coffin along with the Funeral Vigil Liturgy.
4pm: Rosary (Joyful Mysteries)
5pm: Rosary (Sorrowful Mysteries)
6pm: Solemn Vespers and closing of the coffin.

Refreshments will be available in the conference room in the Old Monastery.

SOLEMN REQUIEM FOR FR GABRIEL
The Solemn Pontifical Funeral Mass for Fr Gabriel will be in the Shrine Church on Tuesday 20th June commencing at 11am.
The Order of the day is as follows:
8am: Reception of the Body and procession into the Shrine Church
8:30am: Solemn Morning Prayer of the Church
9am: Viewing in the Shrine Church
9:30am: Rosary (Luminous Mysteries)
10:15am: Closing of the coffin and Rosary (Glorious Mysteries)
10:40am: Singing of the Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary
11am: Solemn Pontifical Requiem Mass

Burial will follow the Mass and will take place at St Patrick’s cemetery, Sutton Forest.

Wake and Refreshments to follow at St Paul’s Parish Hall (24 Garrett Street, Moss Vale).

WORKING BEE
Thank you very much to the few volunteers who turned up to help. It is planned to have a working Bee in the third Saturday of each month. Next working bee: Saturday 15th July.

Here are the Announcements from the Bulletin for the Sunday of the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity

SOLEMNITY OF THE BODY & BLOOD OF CHRIST (CORPUS CHRISTI) 11th JUNE
To celebrate the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, there will be exposition between all the Masses allowing the faithful some time to adore the Lord. After the 11am Mass there will be exposition, some prayers in reparation for abuses against the Blessed Sacrament and concluding with Solemn Benediction. Please spend some time with the Lord.

UPDATE ON FR GABRIEL
Fr Gabriel is officially on Palliative care. He is currently off morphine and is on a patch for pain relief. He is off solid food and has to have everything mashed or in liquid form.
Fr Richard and members of the community continue to visit daily and spend time with him. Please keep him in your prayers for strength and perseverance and especially as he prepares to return home to the Father. Fr Gabriel thanks everyone for their prayers, love and support at this time.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDS
Fr Richard and Fr Joseph are looking at starting some regular working bees to tidy up the grounds, especially at the main entrance of the property and around the chapels and Grotto. This is a mammoth task! For anyone interested in helping please see either Father for more information.

WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA
Please refer to the website which is regularly updated, please encourage others to check it out to find out info about events happening in the Shrine. The Shrine also uses FaceBook and YouTube, please like, follow and subscribe for more information.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE
Bags of firewood are available at the front of the Monastery, $10 a bag. Payment can be made either to one of the Fathers or Brothers or by leaving money in the offering boxes or using the Tap n Go.

VOTIVE CANDLE STANDS
The votive candle stands are a unique burning system therefore ONLY the candles provided are to be used in them and not other forms of tea light candles as this is a fire hazard as well as it damages the glass holders and clogs them with wax. If you wish to make an offering of tea light candles please give them to someone in the Monastic community or leave them unlit on one of the side Altars.

PASCHAL PRECEPT
A reminder that all Catholics are obliged to go to Confession and Holy Communion at least once a year between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday (4th June).

Announcements from the Shrine Bulliten for Pentecost Sunday:

UPDATE ON FR GABRIEL
Fr Gabriel is officially on Palliative care. The doses of morphine and pain killers have increased. Fr Gabriel is aware of what is going on around him but is extremely tired and limited in his responsiveness. Fr Richard and the members of the community visit daily and spend time with him. Please keep him in your prayers for strength and perseverance and especially as he prepares to return home to the Father. Fr Gabriel thanks everyone for their prayers, love and support at this time.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDS
Fr Richard and Fr Joseph are looking at starting some regular working bees to tidy up the grounds, especially at the main entrance of the property and around the chapels and Grotto. This is a mammoth task! For anyone interested in helping please see either Father for more information.

WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA
Please refer to the website which is regularly updated, please encourage others to check it out to find out info about events happening in the Shrine. The Shrine also uses FaceBook and YouTube, please like, follow and subscribe for more information.

FIREWOOD FOR SALE
Bags of firewood are available at the front of the Monastery, $10 a bag. Payment can be made either to one of the Fathers or Brothers or by leaving money in the offering boxes or using the Tap n Go.

VOTIVE CANDLE STANDS
The votive candle stands are a unique burning system therefore, ONLY the candles provided are to be used in them and not other forms of tea light candles as this is a fire hazard as well as it damages the glass holders and clogs them with wax. If you wish to make an offering of tea light candles, please give them to someone in the Monastic community or leave them unlit on one of the side Altars.

PASCHAL PRECEPT
A reminder that all Catholics are obliged to go to Confession and Holy Communion at least once a year between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday (4th June).

Announcements from the bulletin for the Sunday of the Ascension of Our Lord.

13th MAY – FATIMA DAY
Fatima Day was a great success with over 4000 pilgrims in attendance. Thank you again to all who helped make the day so special.

UPDATE ON FR GABRIEL
Fr Gabriel is officially on Palliative care. The doses of morphine and pain killers have increased. Fr Gabriel is aware of what is going on around him but is extremely tired and limited in his responsiveness. Fr Richard and the members of the community visit daily and spend time with him. Please keep him in your prayers for strength and perseverance and especially as he prepares to return home to the Father. Fr Gabriel thanks everyone for their prayers, love and support at this time.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDS
Fr Richard and Fr Joseph are looking at starting some regular working bees to tidy up the grounds, especially at the main entrance of the property and around the chapels and Grotto. This is a mammoth task! For anyone interested in helping please see either Father for more information.

WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA
Please refer to the website which is regularly updated, please encourage others to check it out to find out info about events happening in the Shrine. The Shrine also uses FaceBook and YouTube, please like, follow and subscribe for more information.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDS
There is still a need for helpers in the Shrine. If you would like to assist in any way or would like more information, please see Fr Richard.

PASCHAL PRECEPT
A reminder that all Catholics are obliged to go to Confession and Holy Communion at least once a year between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday (4th June).

Here are the Announcements from the Bulletin for the 6th Sunday of Easter.

UPDATE ON FR GABRIEL
Fr Gabriel is officially on Palliative care. He can still talk and interact but it is very strenuous for him. He is on heavy pain medication and is now being given doses of morphine for the pain. Fr Richard and the members of the community visit daily and spend time with Father. Please keep him in your prayers for strength and perseverance and especially as he prepares to return home to the Father. Fr Gabriel thanks everyone for their prayers, love and support at this time.

If you would like to write or visit Fr Gabriel, the following are his details:
Holy Family Services Retirement Village
116-132 Quakers Road, Marayong NSW 2148
If you would like to phone him (02) 9678-8200 (This is to the front desk) Please call ahead to make an appointment to visit him, it is advised to visit him before 4pm.

13th MAY – FATIMA DAY
Fatima Day was a great success. Thank you to all who helped make the day so special.

WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA
Please refer to the website which is regularly updated, please encourage others to check it out to find out info about events happening in the Shrine. The Shrine also uses FaceBook and YouTube, please like, follow and subscribe for more information.

9:30am SUNDAY MASS
There has been a change to the Mass celebrated at 9:30am each Sunday which is usually celebrated in Polish. With the decline in numbers of congregants for the Polish Mass and many of the younger ones attending the English Masses, as well as no-one turning up for Easter Sunday, Fr Richard has made the following decision and change:
Commencing in May 2023
1st & 3rd Sundays of the Month, Mass will be celebrated in Polish
2nd, 4th & 5th Sundays of the Month, Mass will be celebrated in English

VOLUNTEERS NEEDS
There is still a need for helpers in the Shrine. If you would like to assist in any way or would like more information, please see Fr Richard.

PASCHAL PRECEPT
A reminder that all Catholics are obliged to go to Confession and Holy Communion at least once a year between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday (4th June).

The announcements from this week’s bulletin are as follows:

FATIMA DAY

This will be on Saturday 13th May. There is a large number of pilgrims expected. The main celebrant will be Bishop Brian Mascord, Bishop of Wollongong. Weather permitting, Mass will be outside so please bring along chairs to sit on as there is only a limited number provided by the Shrine.

UPDATE ON FR GABRIEL

Fr Gabriel is officially on Palliative care. He can still talk and interact but it is very strenuous for him. He is on heavy pain medication and is now being given doses of morphine for the pain. Fr Richard has gone everyday and kept him company from about 12pm to 6pm. The members of the community have all visited and spent time with Father. Please keep him in your prayers for strength and perseverance and especially as he prepares to return home to the Father. Fr Gabriel thanks everyone for their prayers, love and support at this time.

If you would like to write or visit Fr Gabriel, the following are his details:

Holy Family Services Retirement Village
116-132 Quakers Road, Marayong NSW 2148

If you would like to phone him (02) 9678-8200 (This is to the front desk) Please call ahead to make an appointment to visit him, it is advised to visit him before 4pm.

WEBSITE & SOCIAL MEDIA

Please refer to the website which is regularly updated, please encourage others to check it out to find out info about events happening in the Shrine. The Shrine also uses FaceBook and YouTube, please like, follow and subscribe for more information.

9:30am SUNDAY MASS

There has been a change to the Mass celebrated at 9:30am each Sunday which is usually celebrated in Polish. With the decline in numbers of congregants for the Polish Mass and many of the younger ones attending the English Masses, as well as no-one turning up for Easter Sunday, Fr Richard has made the following decision and change:

Commencing in May 2023

1st & 3rd Sundays of the Month, Mass will be celebrated in Polish

2nd, 4th & 5th Sundays of the Month, Mass will be celebrated in English

VOLUNTEERS NEEDS

There is still a need for helpers in the Shrine. If you would like to assist in any way or would like more information, please see Fr Richard.

PHOTOGRAPHER

Fr Joseph Maria is in charge of the Shrine photos and social media. He needs assistance as he cannot take photos when he is celebrant of the Mass or leading devotions. For anyone interested please speak to either Fr Joseph or Fr Richard.  

PASCHAL PRECEPT

A reminder that all Catholics are obliged to go to Confession and Holy Communion at least once a year between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday (4th June).

UPDATE ON FR GABRIEL
Last week most members of the Australia Province visited Fr Gabriel as they gathered for
their Easter fraternity.
Fr Gabriel’s health is declining fast. He is paralysed in the left side of his body. Please
keep him in your prayers for strength and perseverance and especially as he prepares to
return home to the Father.
Fr Gabriel thanks everyone for their prayers, love and support at this time.
If you would like to write or visit Fr Gabriel, the following are his details:
Holy Family Services Retirement Village
116-132 Quakers Road, Marayong NSW 2148
If you would like to phone him (02) 9678-8200 (This is to the front desk) Please call ahead
to make an appointment to visit him.
THANK YOU
Fr Richard and the community wish to thank all those who have helped or been involved
with the preparation of the Easter Tritium along with Good Friday. Over 3000 people
came and the weather held off nicely. Divine Mercy Sunday was very well attended and
the Holy Hour was also very well attended.
9:30am SUNDAY MASS
There has been a change to the Mass celebrated at 9:30am each Sunday which is
usually celebrated in Polish. With the decline in numbers of congregants for the Polish
Mass and many of the younger ones attending the English Masses, as well as no-one
turning up for Easter Sunday, Fr Richard has made the following decision and change:
Commencing in May 2023
1st & 3rd Sundays of the Month, Mass will be celebrated in Polish
2nd, 4th & 5th Sundays of the Month, Mass will be celebrated in English
VOLUNTEERS NEEDS
There is still a need for helpers in the Shrine. If you
would like to assist in any way or would like more
information, please see Fr Richard.
PHOTOGRAPHER
Fr Joseph Maria is in charge of the Shrine photos and
social media. He needs assistance as he cannot take
photos when he is celebrant of the Mass or leading
devotions. For anyone interested please speak to either
Fr Joseph or Fr Richard.
PASCHAL PRECEPT
A reminder that all Catholics are obliged to go to
Confession and Holy Communion at least once a year
between Ash Wednesday and Trinity Sunday (4th June).

Fr Richard and the community of Penrose Park would like to wish all Pilgrims a very Happy and Blessed Easter

Divine Mercy Sunday – 16th of April
Mass times as usual 8 am Mass, 11 am Mass followed by the chaplet of Divine Mercy. Divine Mercy Holy Hour 2 pm – 3 pm at Divine Mercy side altar.

UPDATE ON FR GABRIEL
The whole community went on Easter Tuesday to celebrate an Easter Mass with Fr Gabriel in his room. It also mark the 32nd anniversary of his Priestly Ordination.
Fr Gabriel is declining rapidly. He is bed bound and is paralysed on his left side. Please keep him in your prayers as he struggles with this illness and prepares himself to be called home.

If you would like to write or visit Fr Gabriel, you can send to the following:
Holy Family Retirement Village
116-132 Quakers Road
Marayong NSW 2148
If you would like to phone him 02 96788200 (this is to the front desk)
If you would like to visit him, please call ahead if you wish to visit.

THANK YOU
A very big Thank you goes out to all who have assisted the Shrine with the Easter Triduum and especially Good Friday. There were over 3000 in attendance, and there were no hiccups.