Category: Bulletin

Here are the Announcements from the Bulletin for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time:

WEDDING ANNIVERSARY
Congratulations to Brian and Susanne Carter on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary (4th August). Wishing them every blessing through the intercession of Our Lady of Mercy.

RENEWAL OF RELIGIOUS PROFESSION
Congratulations to Br Augustine who will be renewing his Religious Vows at the 11am Mass. Please continue to pray for vocations to our Religious Order and got the Priesthood and religious life in general.

11am MASS EACH WEDNESDAY
Commencing on Wednesday 9th August, the Shrine Mass each Wednesday will be celebrated at the Old Monastery. As this is a beautifully restored chapel, on the site of the original Monastery, it is felt that there should be more regular usage as well as the Church cleaning is organised for Wednesdays. The main Shrine Church will still be open for visitation.

UPCOMING DATES
Church cleaning: Next Church cleaning: Wednesday 9th August.
Fatima Day: Sunday 13th August – Main Celebrant: Fr Jaroslaw Zan OSPPE, Provincial
Working bee: Next working bee: Saturday 19th August. For anyone seeking further information or would like to volunteer please speak to Fr Joseph Maria.

40th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SHRINE
Next year, We will be celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the blessing and opening of the Shrine. There will be a calendar of events coming out by the end of August outlining the various celebrations to mark this great milestone.

Here are the Announcements from the Bulletin for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time:

RENEWAL OF RELIGIOUS PROFESSION
Br Augustine will be renewing his Religious vows on Sunday 6th August at the 11am Mass. All are invited to come along, participate and support Br Augustine as he takes another important step in his religious life. Please keep him and others in formation in your prayers. Please continue to pray for vocations to our Religious family.

CHURCH CLEANING
The Shrine Church has many visitors each day and especially during the weekends, holidays and Solemnities. It is not always easy to stay on top of keeping the church clean but it is a necessity as it is a place of pilgrimage and the house of God. Therefore Fr Richard has organised that the Shrine Church will be deep cleaned once a month. There will be notice given and the 11am Mass for that particular day will be celebrated in the Chapel at the Old Monastery. Next Church cleaning: Wednesday 9th August.

WORKING BEE
Thank you to all who turned up and participated in the monthly working bee. Next working bee: Saturday 19th August. For anyone seeking further information or would like to volunteer please speak to Fr Joseph Maria.

OLD MONASTERY
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.

40th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SHRINE
Next year, We will be celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the blessing and opening of the Shrine. There will be a calendar of events coming out by the end of August outlining the various celebrations to mark this great milestone.

ANNUAL LEAVE
Fr Richard is taking annual leave from Thursday 20th July to Tuesday 1st August. Any enquires or the need to speak to a Priest please refer to Fr Joseph Maria, Subprior.

Here are the Announcements from the Bulletin for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time:

CHURCH CLEANING
The Shrine Church has many visitors each day and especially during the weekends, holidays and Solemnities. It is not always easy to stay on top of keeping the church clean but it is a necessity as it is a place of pilgrimage and the house of God. Therefore Fr Richard has organised that the Shrine Church will be deep cleaned once a month. There will be notice given and the 11am Mass for that particular day will be celebrated in the Chapel at the Old Monastery. Next Church cleaning: Wednesday 9th August.

WORKING BEE
Thank you to all who turned up and participated in the monthly working bee. Next working bee: Saturday 19th August. For anyone seeking further information or would like to volunteer please speak to Fr Joseph Maria.

READERS AT MASS
We are 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 one of the community or please email the office and specify which particular Sunday Mass you would like to read at and the regularity you can offer.

OLD MONASTERY
A very heartfelt THANK YOU to the Mertin family for their very generous donation of a washing machine and dryer. This will help immensely both for people staying at the Old Monastery as well as laundering the linen afterwards.
Bookings are essential for staying at the Old Monastery, prices are per night $30 without bed linen and $40 with bed linen.

RENEWAL OF RELIGIOUS PROFESSION
Br Augustine will be renewing his Religious vows on Sunday 6th August at the 11am Mass. All are invited to come along, participate and support Br Augustine as he takes another important step in his religious life. Please keep him and others in formation in your prayers. Please continue to pray for vocations to our Religious family.

40th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SHRINE
Next year, We will be celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the blessing and opening of the Shrine. There will be a calendar of events coming out by the end of August outlining the various celebrations to mark this great milestone.

ANNUAL LEAVE
Fr Richard is taking annual leave from Thursday 20th July to Tuesday 1st August. Any enquires or the need to speak to a Priest please refer to Fr Joseph Maria, Subprior.

Here are the Announcements from the Bulletin for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time:

REQUIEM FOR MARI SULLIVAN
The funeral Mass for the repose of the soul of +Mari Sullivan will be in the Shrine Church on Wednesday 19th July at 11am. May she rest in Peace. The regular Mass for pilgrims will be celebrated at 11am in the Old Monastery.

CHURCH CLEANING
The Shrine Church has many visitors each day and especially during the weekends, holidays and Solemnities. It is not always easy to stay on top of keeping the church clean but it is a necessity as it is a place of pilgrimage and the house of God. Therefore Fr Richard has organised that the Shrine Church will be deep cleaned once a month. There will be notice given and the 11am Mass for that particular day will be celebrated in the Chapel at the Old Monastery. Next Church cleaning: Wednesday 9th August.

WORKING BEE
Thank you to all who turned up and participated in the monthly working bee. Next working bee: Saturday 19th August. For anyone seeking further information or would like to volunteer please speak to Fr Joseph Maria.

READERS AT MASS
We are 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 one of the community or please email the office and specify which particular Sunday Mass you would like to read at and the regularity you can offer.

OLD MONASTERY
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.

RENEWAL OF RELIGIOUS PROFESSION
Br Augustine will be renewing his Religious vows on Sunday 6th August at the 11am Mass. All are invited to come along, participate and support Br Augustine as he takes another important step in his religious life. Please keep him and others in formation in your prayers. Please continue to pray for vocations to our Religious family.

40th ANNIVERSARY OF THE SHRINE
Next year, We will be celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the blessing and opening of the Shrine. There will be a calendar of events coming out by the end of August outlining the various celebrations to mark this great milestone.

ANNUAL LEAVE
Fr Richard will be taking annual leave from Thursday 20th July to Tuesday 1st August. Any enquires or the need to speak to a Priest please refer to Fr Joseph Maria, Subprior.

Here are the Announcements from the Bulletin for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time.

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.

CHURCH CLEANING
The Shrine Church has many visitors each day and especially during the weekends, holidays and Solemnities. It is not always easy to stay on top of keeping the church clean but it is a necessity as it is a place of pilgrimage and the house of God. Therefore Fr Richard has organised that the Shrine Church will be deep cleaned once a month. There will be notice given and the 11am Mass for that particular day will be celebrated in the Chapel at the Old Monastery. Next Church cleaning: Wednesday 12th July.

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.

FATIMA DAY (13th July)
The main celebrant for this month will be Fr Getulio Goncalves-Neto, Parish Priest of St Joseph’s Condobolin and Chancellor of the Diocese of Wilcannia-Forbes.

READERS AT MASS
We are 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 one of the community or please email the office 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 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).