Bulletin 11 th DEC '22 - 3rd Sunday Of Advent But celebrating Immaculate conception
Bulletin 11 th DEC '22 - 3rd Sunday Of Advent But celebrating Immaculate conception
We Will be celebrating thanks Giving
Click to - Reading 2022/12-11 Immaculate Conception
Please read the bulletin from the Portable document format (PDF) Link 11 12 2022 ; Immaculate Conception
Normal Mass Time Table
Tuesday - Saturday: @ 8:00
1st Friday of the month: @18:30
Sunday: @ 7:30 and @ 9:00
Sacrament of Reconciliation: 15 Minutes prior to Mass times on appointment
Parish Council
Parish Chairman: Manuel De Abreu, 0822943758
Treasurer: Richard De Abreu ccmr@telkomsa.net
Vice Chair: Margaret Sigl, siglme@gmail.com
Parish Secretary: Ernst & Margaret Sigl icparish@zohomail.com
Baptism: Tebogo Msenya : sistatea@gmail.com
Reader’s list: Letitia Morrison morrisonletitia@gmail.com
Renew Africa: Granny Nkabinde
Maintenance of Premises: Martin Lourens basicblackcc@gmail.com
Flowers in the Church: Maria Figueira
Visits to the Sick & Aged: Vacant
Altar Preparation: Ian Nel
EMC Co-ordinator: Fatima Chadinha Chadinhaf@gmail.com
Minister of Hospitality: Michelle Petzer,
Catechism Coordinator &Youth Group: Lorne Newing,
newinglorne@gmail.com
Tea & Coffee: Lionete Spinola, Lionetespinola@gmail.com
Mass Intentions
Sun: 7:30 For the Church.
9:00 For the Church.
Birthday wishes go to: 🎁🥂🎈🌹🎂
Sally Popich 12/11, Martinho Figueira 12/12, Michael Ovuali 12/12, Akani Malamuie 12/13, Maria Matsoaisa 12/15, Carina Chaves 12/16, Lindsay Silvano 12/16,Maria Figueira 12/16, Mphetla Ramolefe 12/16
Readings and Readers/Proclaimers
Immaculate Conception 11 Dec 22 Cycle A
Reading 1 : Genesis 3:9-19,2011:1-10
Psalm :
Reading 2 : Eph. 1:3-6,11-12
Gospel : Lk 1:26-38
7:30: Tebogo Masenya/Leonardo Spinola
9:00: Fatima Chadinha/Johan Coetzee
EMC Lorne Newing (R)
Intercessional Prayers
THE SEASON OF ADVENT
Second Sunday of Advent
Proclaimer;
Sun of justice, you showed your day was dawning in the immaculate Virgin Mary;
help us to walk in the daylight of your presence. Lord, may your mother pray for us
R: Lord, graciously hear us.
Saviour of the world, by your redemptive power you preserved your mother Mary from every stain of sin;
deliver us from the evil that lies hidden in our hearts. Lord, may your mother pray for us.
R: Lord, graciously hear us.
Christ, our Redeemer, you made the Virgin Mary the sanctuary of your presence and the temple of the Spirit;
make us bearers of your Spirit, in mind, heart and body.. Lord, may your mother pray for us
R: Lord, graciously hear us.
King of kings, you assumed Mary into heaven to be with you completely in body and soul;
may we seek the things that are above and keep our lives fixed on you.. Lord, may your mother pray for us..
R: Lord, graciously hear us.
Next Week
4nd Sunday of Advent 18 Dec 22 Cycle A
Reading 1 : ISAIAH 7:10-14
Psalm : PSALMS 24:1-6
Reading 2 : ROMANS 1:1-7
Gospel : MATTHEW 1:18-24
7:30: Leonardo Spinola/Malesela Masenya
9:00: Virginia Maumbi/Carla Jardim
EMC Athol Wright (L)
⚛ THANKS GIVING CELEBRATION: Please take note that we will celebrate all our blessings as n parish today on the Feast Day of Immaculate Conception on the 11th December 2022.This is a perfect opportunity to show gratitude, by means of a special donation to our parish. After 09:00 am Mass we will have a Bring and Braai and fun for old and young. Please do not go home after Mass, change into casual clothes then stay and enjoy the day. We will supply fires for cooking, music for ambiance, tables and chairs and fun games. Please bring along your own food, plates and cutlery as well as drinks.
⚛ INSTALLING OF PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL: The new Council has been elected according to the statutes of the Diocese. Congratulations to all elected and we trust that you will do your very best for our Parish during your period of service.
⚛ CATECHISM: In order to provide the best catechism for our children, we need committed and inspired catechists to offer their services in our Church. Should you feel you want to be part of this team, please contact Lorne Newing, our Catechism Coordinator. Registration of children will start early next year, thank you to all parents for your cooperation. Attendance Certificates will be handed out today, the 11th December. Thank you to Lorne and all the Catechists for the wonderful work you are doing.
⚛ SECOND COLLECTION, BISHOPS ADVENT APPEAL: The second collection, every Sunday of Advent, is for the upkeep of retired clergy in our Archdiocese.
⚛ GROTTO & WALL OF REMEMBERANCE PROJECT: The improvements to this area has commenced and we are excited to see the completed work. There are envelopes at the entrance of the Church, we humbly ask for donations towards this project.
⚛ ADVENT/CHRISTMAS PROGRAM:
18/12/22 – 15:00, Decorating Christmas tree all welcome to help.
_18:30 Carols singing in the hall, bring and share tea and cake.
24/12/22 - 21;15 Carols singing.
22:00 Mass.
25/12/22 - 09:00 Mass.
⚛ REPOSITORY/ROSARIES: Icons are available for purchase. Please ask Margaret or Lionete if you need anything new.
New Pastoral Plan Booklet now available at R20-00 as well as Joy of the Gospel Reflections for 2023 at R100 a copy. The Liturgical Calendar for 2023 is also available at R30-00 each.
⚛ SHARING IS CARING: As the economic situation is getting worse in our country the need for help in our parish is growing. Please speak to Father Shibu or Margaret if you need help with food. We urge all parishioners to help by bringing any non-perishable food next week. Thank you for your generosity.
⚛ FOR SAFETY REASONS ALL
PARISHIONERS SHOULD BE ON TIME. The gates will be locked as soon as Mass starts and will only be opened once all parishioners has exited the church.. Please be vigilant.