WELCOME TO OUR LITURGY: The power of office comes with baubles attached. Power demands to be noticed. The unofficial status of disciples of Jesus Christ comes with a warning against seeking power or its public face. Jesus knows it is human nature to want power and baubles. He tells us to be a servant, a person without standing in the community. There is plenty of power seeking subtly going on today. Am I part of that? Look to Mary today as the model of disciple.

First Reading:
Malachi 1: 14-2; 2-10.

14 Cursed be the cheat who has a male in his flock, and vows it, and yet sacrifices to the Lord what is blemished; for I am a great King, says the LORD of hosts, and my name is feared among the nations.
1 “And now, O priests, this command is for you.
2 If you will not listen, if you will not lay it to heart to give glory to my name, says the LORD of hosts, then I will send the curse upon you and I will curse your blessings; indeed I have already cursed them, because you do not lay it to heart.
8 But you have turned aside from the way; you have caused many to stumble by your instruction; you have corrupted the covenant of Levi, says the LORD of hosts,
9 and so I make you despised and abased before all the people, inasmuch as you have not kept my ways but have shown partiality in your instruction.”
10 Have we not all one father? Has not one God created us? Why then are we faithless to one another, profaning the covenant of our fathers?

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CUP OF TEA: after Mass next Sunday. Served by the School.

NEW ZEALAND CATHOLIC: Some headlines from the October 23-November 5 issue of NZ Catholic: : Church cares for stricken ship’s crew….. Bioethicist puts the pragmatic case against euthanasia….. Abortion is not just another social justice issue….. Powerhouse priest guided young Kiwis. On sale now

READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK: For those who wish to view the readings before coming to Mass. Wisdom 6: 12-16. 1 Thessalonians 4: 13-18 Matthew 25: 1-13.

LITURGY OF REMEMBERANCE: Sat 12 Nov. 10am at St Joseph’s Church. We remember loved ones who passed away during 2010. If you had any family members who were buried outside the New Plymouth Catholic Churches during 2010, please give their names to the Parish Office and they will be prayed for during the Liturgy. All family members of the deceased are most welcome and if you wish, bring a photo of your loved one. Any queries, contact the Parish Office, 753 4419.

HOLY SOULS LIST: During November we remember those who have died. Names may be placed in the box in the church porch.

COLUMBAN CALENDARS: for 2012 are now available at $8ea. For this 90th edition, Claire Renkin (an art historian) has prepared an explanation of each work featured in the calendar. For more information on this please see the website columban.org.au

ST PIUS X JOB VACANCY: We have a vacancy for a caretaker/cleaner at St Pius X School.  This is a part-time position of 18 hours per week. The ideal  applicant will:
* be able to carry out minor repairs and maintenance to buildings, grounds, equipment and property.
* clean the school interior and maintain grounds to a high standard.
* be able  to work independently and collaboratively in an efficient and reliable manner.
* be an honest, responsible person and be able to work positively and appropriately around children.
* be able to recognise and respect the culture of our school.
Please apply in writing by 4th November 2011 with a CV and the names of two referees to: Principal, St Pius X School, 120 Brooklands Rd, new Plymouth, Ph 7534257

CHRISTMAS CARDS:  Christmas Cards for sale. $2 per pack of 5 cards.

MISSION SUNDAY 2011: Share Your Faith, Give Life. Thanks to all who supported the annual appeal for Missionaries.   Pope Benedict wrote – “the missionary mandate continues to be an absolute priority to all baptised people”. Thanks for the financial support which is a sign of a willingness to be part of the mission Christ gave us and a real boost to Missionaries who often need so much backing and support. Missionz  Ph (04) 472 2210  http://www.missionz.co.nz/
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WELCOME TO OUR LITURGY: Love is not a feeling but a faithful relationship with God. The prophet is a person who knows that everything in life hangs on this covenant of love. Today is a good day to look at the command to love myself. That means spending more time in prayer. It means a commitment to acknowledge that God loves my weaknesses. It means strengthening my love of God with fibres of rightful self-love.

First Reading:
Exodus 22: 20 – 26

20 “Whoever sacrifices to any god, save to the LORD only, shall be utterly destroyed.
21 “You shall not wrong a stranger or oppress him, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt.
22 You shall not afflict any widow or orphan.
23 If you do afflict them, and they cry out to me, I will surely hear their cry;
24 and my wrath will burn, and I will kill you with the sword, and your wives shall become widows and your children fatherless.
25 “If you lend money to any of my people with you who is poor, you shall not be to him as a creditor, and you shall not exact interest from him.
26 If ever you take your neighbor’s garment in pledge, you shall restore it to him before the sun goes down;

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ORDINATION OF BISHOP CHARLES DRENNAN – DVD: The Parish has a copy of this DVD. If you would like to borrow it contact the Parish Office.

NEW ZEALAND CATHOLIC: Some headlines from the October 23-November 5 issue of NZ Catholic: : Church cares for stricken ship’s crew….. Bioethicist puts the pragmatic case against euthanasia….. Abortion is not just another social justice issue….. Powerhouse priest guided young Kiwis. On sale now

READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK: For those who wish to view the readings before coming to Mass.

Malachi 1: 14-2; 2-10.
1 Thessalonians 2: 7-9, 13
Matthew 23: 1-12.

NEW MASS MUSIC SEMINARS: The diocese is running a seminar for musicians and singers to learn two of the Masses recommended by the National Liturgy Office as settings for the new Missal translation. This will also include new settings for Christmas.

It will be held on Sat 5th Nov in St Joseph’s Church Hawera. All are welcome. Please RSVP to Mark Richards. mrichards@pndiocese.org.nz A shared finger lunch

CARITAS AOTEAROA NZ: The latest issue of Caritas Update is now available. Copies are in the church porch.

LITURGY OF REMEMBERANCE: Sat 12 Nov. 10am at St Joseph’s Church. We remember loved ones who passed away during 2010. If you had any family members who were buried outside the New Plymouth Catholic Churches during 2010, please give their names to the Parish Office and they will be prayed for during the Liturgy. All family members of the deceased are most welcome and if you wish, bring a photo of your loved one. Any queries, contact the Parish Office, 753 4419.

HOLY SOULS LIST: During November we remember those who have died. Names may be placed in the box in the church porch.

COLUMBAN CALENDARS: for 2012 are now available at $8ea. For this 90th edition, Claire Renkin (an art historian) has prepared an explanation of each work featured in the calendar. For more information on this please see the website columban.org.au

PARACHUTE 2012: Christian Music Festival at Mystery Creek 27-30 January 2012.

Registrations close 24 December. Cost $144 + $4 courier fee. Individuals can register with the “Naki Group”. Interested? Contact Clare ?Ph 06-7546759 or email yctaranaki@gmail.com
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