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

Acts 2: 1-11.
1 Corinthians 12: 3-7, 12-13
John 20: 19-23.

WANTED TO RENT: 2 bedroom place. Own a small miniature dog. Phone Maree
758 3576

LINK YOUTH GROUP: 40 hour famine starting at 6pm Friday 25th May and finishing at 10am Sunday in the church hall. This Saturday no items organized for link between 6.30 to 8.30 pm but you are welcome and join in with what we are up to. Please feel free to pop in and visit. Donations welcome but there will be no food only Just Juice and Barley Sugars . Any further information contact, Kieran or Fiona Dolan 7533517 or email kdolan@xtra.co.nz

JOSPEHITE RETREAT CENTRE: Workshops coming up:
Milestones 2 – Ritual making: Create a meaningful ceremony to celebrate a milestone in your life. Saturday 26 May 9.30am – 4.30pm. Facilitated by Lyn Nikoloff. $20

“This I Believe…” An inspirational evening with Marie Roche rsj  followed by questions & supper. Friday 18 May 7 – 9pm. Koha.
Come along and join us at the Josephite Retreat Centre, Whanganui, 06 345 5047 extn 3 or ssjoseph@xtra.co.nz

THE BIBLE TIMELINE: The Story of Salvation.
This a fascinating study that takes you on a journey through the entire Bible. Go deep into each of the 12 periods of salvation history and discover the amazing story woven through 14 ‘narrative’ books of the Scripture. As you explore salvation history—from its beginning in Genesis through the coming of Christ and the establishment of the Catholic Church—you will see how God’s loving plan for humanity has unfolded, resulting in a greater love for God and a deeper appreciation for your faith. Please contact Albert Chow at 758-8682 if you interested and/or require more information about this study which will be held in Our Lady’s parish house commencing 5th June.
 
GOLDEN JUBILEE: Fr Fergus Reeves will be celebrating 50 years of Priesthood on Friday 29th June at St Joseph’s. All parishioners are warmly invited to join with Fr Fergus in the celebration of Mass at 12.05pm on that day followed by a finger food luncheon in the Parish Hall.

FR. PAUL KERRIDGE: is celebrating 50 years of Priesthood on Friday, June 29th 2012, at St. Patrick’s Parish, Napier. Mass will be at 5.30pm in the Church, followed by a Dinner at $55 per head at Ormlie Lodge. If you would like further details please either email Jane Allan at janeallan37@gmail.com with Fr. Kerridge in the Subject line, or write to the Parish at 4 Munroe St, Napier 4110, no later than May 31st.
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READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK: For those who wish to view the readings for next week before coming to Mass.

Acts 1: 1-11.
Ephesians 1: 17-23
Matthew 28: 16-20.

WANTED TO RENT: 2 bedroom place. Own a small miniature dog. Phone Maree
758 3576

LINK YOUTH GROUP:
Saturday 19th May; as the confirmation camp is on this weekend we tend to get a very small group. So I am going to take this opportunity to do something different and make a decision on the Friday before. To be included ensure Fiona has your contact details. You can email, call me or txt me on my cell 027 2422 243. Any further information contact, Kieran or Fiona Dolan 7533517 or email kdolan@xtra.co.nz

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE:
General meeting: on Thurs 17 May in the supper room at St Joseph’s after 12.05 Mass. Bring your lunch. Registration for National Conference, 11-14 July in New Plymouth closes on the 15th May.
National Council Of Women AGM: Thurs 15th May at 1pm at Hatherley Hall, upstairs lounge at St Mary’s Cathedral. Finger food lunch. $5 raffle. The speaker is Barbara Arnold NCWNZ Vice President.

KIDS CAN:
Knit World shops in NZ are supporting this worthy charitable organisation by asking people to knit beanies for the children. CWLNZ is also supporting this organisation and ask parishioners if they would join them in knitting beanies. Patterns are available today in the foyer or contact Pat ‘ 753-4593. Knit World would like to have 10,000 beanies by the end of May!!!

JOSPEHITE RETREAT CENTRE:
Workshops coming up:
Milestones 2 – Ritual making: Create a meaningful ceremony to celebrate a milestone in your life. Saturday 26 May 9.30am – 4.30pm. Facilitated by Lyn Nikoloff. $20

“This I Believe…” An inspirational evening with Marie Roche rsj  followed by questions & supper. Friday 18 May 7 – 9pm. Koha.
Come along and join us at the Josephite Retreat Centre, Whanganui, 06 345 5047 extn 3 or ssjoseph@xtra.co.nz

YOUNG ADULTS GROUP:
A new group for Young Adults, aged 18-35 years. If you are interested in gathering for social events, faith development and outreach with other young Catholic adults come along and share your ideas.  See you there! First meeting at Zanziba Café, Devon St East at 5.30pm on Wednesday 16th May. Any enquiries to Kate 0226493523, or Clare 021 380360
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READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK: For those who wish to view the readings for next week before coming to Mass.

Acts 10: 25-26,34-35, 44-48.
1 John 4: 7-10
John 15: 9-17.

CUP OF TEA:
will be served after Mass today by the Raisin Family Group.

WANTED TO RENT:
2 bedroom place. Own a small miniature dog. Phone Maree
758 3576

CONFIRMATION 2012:
If you are Year 11 and above and wish to be confirmed, the programme will be starting tonight with Mass at 5.30pm and finishing in St Joseph’s Hall at 8.30pm. Enrolment forms are in the foyer of the church. Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation will be Sunday 24 June at 10.30am Mass at St Joseph’s.

LINK YOUTH GROUP:
Most Saturdays in the church hall at St Joseph’s from 6.30 to 8.30pm for years 9 and up. A gold coin donation to help with food. Any further information contact, Kieran or Fiona Dolan 7533517 or email kdolan@xtra.co.nz See the Link Youth Group facebook page for weekly updates on what is coming up.

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE:
General meeting: on Thurs 17 May in the supper room at St Joseph’s after 12.05 Mass. Bring your lunch. Registration for National Conference, 11-14 July in New Plymouth closes on the 15th May.
National Council Of Women AGM: Thurs 15th May at 1pm at Hatherley Hall, upstairs lounge at St Mary’s Cathedral. Finger food lunch. $5 raffle. The speaker is Barbara Arnold NCWNZ Vice President.

KIDS CAN:
Knit World shops in NZ are supporting this worthy charitable organisation by asking people to knit beanies for the children. CWLNZ is also supporting this organisation and ask parishioners if they would join them in knitting beanies. Patterns are available today in the foyer or contact Pat ‘ 753-4593. Knit World would like to have 10,000 beanies by the end of May!!!

ANGER MANAGEMENT WORKSHOPS:
Andrew is a Christian Counsellor presently conducting anger management workshops for individuals via telephone or Skype. Face to face is dependent upon your region. Contact Andrew Newbury OFS ph 03 478 1085 or 021 173 2362 or email: rightrelationships1@gmail.com
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READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK: For those who wish to view the readings for next week before coming to Mass.

Acts 9: 26-31.
1 John 3: 18-24
John 15: 1-8.

ROSTERS: for May are now available. Please check to see if there is one for your family. Thank you.

CUP OF TEA: will be served after Mass next Sunday by the Raisin Family Group.

TAX RECEIPTS: are available today in the church porch.

WANTED TO RENT: 2 bedroom place. Own a small miniature dog. Phone Maree
758 3576

CONFIRMATION 2012: If you are Year 11 and above and wish to be confirmed, the programme will be starting May 6th with Mass at 5.30pm and finishing in St Joseph’s Hall at 8.30pm. Enrolment forms are in the foyer of the church. Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation will be Sunday 24 June at 10.30am Mass at St Joseph’s.

LINK YOUTH GROUP: Saturday 5th of May in the church hall 6.30 to 8.30pm for years 9 and up. This Saturday join us for a barbecue and soccer. Also Roger Gilbride is hoping to give a quick presentation about their work in Africa. A gold coin donation to help with food. Any further information contact, Kieran or Fiona Dolan 7533517 or email kdolan@xtra.co.nz See the Link Youth Group facebook page for weekly updates on what is coming up.

THANKS FROM REX BEGLEY: My very sincere thanks for the power of your prayer.  The good news from the surgeon is that I do not require further treatment. Deo gratias! God bless you all.  Rex Begley.

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE: committee meeting at 4pm on Thursday 3 May in the Cath Donohue Room.

KIDS CAN: Knit World shops in NZ are supporting this worthy charitable organisation by asking people to knit beanies for the children. CWLNZ is also supporting this organisation and ask parishioners if they would join them in knitting beanies. Patterns are available today in the foyer or contact Pat ‘ 753-4593. Knit World would like to have 10,000 beanies by the end of May!!!

ANGER MANAGEMENT WORKSHOPS: Andrew is a Christian Counsellor presently conducting anger management workshops for individuals via telephone or Skype. Face to face is dependent upon your region. Contact Andrew Newbury OFS ph 03 478 1085 or 021 173 2362 or email: rightrelationships1@gmail.com
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