Holy Saviour Parish

OUR VISION
Our Parish leads and supports all members on their journey of faith.
 
OUR MISSION
To be a welcoming community. 
To share a sense of belonging and support.
To celebrate our liturgy. 
To nurture spiritual growth. To be open to change.
To promote social justice.

The overall theme of the window is Rising from Darkness to the light. 
It is represented by two fish swimming in water and the symbolic use of the True Vine and the Grain of Wheat. The Vine symbolises our union with Jesus and our dependence on Him.  The Grain of Wheat sown in the ground grows from the darkness within earth towards the light – from darkness to light.
Surrounding the central theme and evenly spaced around each panel in the window one drawings from each grade in the primary school reflecting the life of the Parish and School.
The Parish Emblem is the CHI-RHO symbol and it appears in the four outer corners and enfolds the imagery in the centre of the window.
The X represents the Greek letter “Chi” and the P represents the letters “Rho”.  In the Parish emblem the X and P come together to rise from water and symbolise Christ's Resurrection. 
4 May 2003

(Parish Emblem)

Thank You to all who have strive to continue their financial support for the Parish and Presbytery Accounts.  It's been a great response.

The parish has resumed with passing the Collection Plates.

You may wish to continue to contribute directly into our bank accounts:

First (Presbytery) Collection:
This collection is used to support our Parish Priest, Fr Ralph

Account Name:
Holy Saviour Parish Presbytery Account
BSB:  083 347
Account No.:  666563934

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Second (Thanksgiving) Collection:
This collection is used to pay for the running of and the upkeep of our Parish

Account Name:
Holy Saviour Parish Church Acc
BSB:  083 347
Account No.:  665565508

God of all creation, may your Spirit inspire us to do your will.
Bless us in your service, strengthen us in our support of each other.
Unite us as we grow in faith and love, to be a welcoming, caring community,
enabling all to flourish, especially our children and the most vulnerable. 
This we pray in the name of our Holy Saviour, Jesus Christ, the Lord.
Amen. 

THIRD WORLD INTEREST GROUP (TWIG) SUNDAY APPEAL
Aboriginal Sunday
2/3 JULY 2022
This year the TWIG Sunday Appeal will support the establishment of a Youth Centre in Kalumburu, far north Western Australia, where Kevin McDermott spent several months earlier this year as a volunteer.
Kevin will speak at the Masses this weekend.
The weekend newsletter provide some detail and on how you may financially support the collection via direct debit or credit card.

TWIG thank you for your support of the Broome Diocese in their efforts to provide activities for the youth of this area.




MAP of Kalumburu, WA
 

ST VINCENT DE PAUL - WINTER APPEAL 2022

The Holy Saviour St Vincent de Paul Conference will be conducting its Winter Appeal THIS WEEKEND (18/19 JULY) and we need your help.

The Conference is looking for financial and material assistance.  There will be a special collection at each Mass and donations can be cheque, credit card or cash.  Receipts for
financial donations will be available.
 
You can also donate via Electronic Bank Transfer (EFT), the details are as follows:
 
Account Name:  St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria Gift Fund
BSB:  063 000     Account Number:  10607556
Reference:  W22 No. 462

Material help in the form of non perishable food items, with long use by / best before dates, would also be of considerable assistance.

A collection of food items that are required are displayed in the church foyer.
 
You can make a difference to people living in desperate need.

RECENTLY DECEASED:
Fr Eric Hodgens PE (Fr Eric died peacefully on 25th May 2022, Fr Eric was the first Parish Priest of Holy Saviour from 1974-1993.  May he rest in Peace.)

If you would like to leave a tribute for Fr Eric, please use the link below:
https://www.deathsandfunerals.com.au/notice/eric-john-hodgens/544459

Fr Hodgen's funeral will take place at Holy Saviour on Tuesday, 7 June at 12.00pm.

The funeral service will also be livestream:
https://www.vividstream.online/fr-eric-hodgens 

Melbourne's Synod report

Click here to view the full report.
This Report is in response to Pope Francis’ invitation for the universal Church to reflect upon:  For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation and Mission.
 

CATHOLIC MISSION
PROPAGATION OF THE FAITH APPEAL
21/22 MAY 2022

ARCHBISHOP PETER A COMENSOLI’S
EASTER MESSAGE 2022:
“THE ETERNAL DAWN”
In his Easter message this year, Archbishop Peter A Comensoli invites us to go out and meet the Lord, who is the "dawn of a new creation".  As the Gospel tells us: Mary Magdalene, wrapped in grief and shock, dutifully went to attend to the dead body of Jesus, but what she encountered was the dawn of the risen Jesus – a light that broke into her darkened life.  'The light of dawn also emerges for us, as the dark of night gives way to a new day.'

To view the video:  https://youtu.be/cIhARZ7XXKU
 
 

Archbishop Comensoli joined Pope Francis in consecrating Ukraine & Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary

Pope Francis has taken a significant step in his condemnation of war in Ukraine and promotion of peace.  He had dedicated Friday 25 March to the consecration of Ukraine and Russia to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.  Archbishop Peter A Comensoli had joined him in making this act of consecration at Friday's 7am Mass at St Patrick's Cathedral.
Friday's act of consecration places the warring countries of Ukraine and Russia, and their peoples, under the protection of Mary, and seeks God’s peace through Mary's intercession.
‘The people of both Ukraine and Russia desperately need our spiritual work of mercy, and our union with them in prayer.  May conversion of hearts and minds be foremost in our prayer, along with prayer for the safety and protection of the people in those cities of Ukraine being targeted.’

The Vatican has also released the official text for the Prayer of Consecration which parishes are encouraged to pray locally.  Prayer of Consecration (download PDF).

To view the mass for the  Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord and Act of Consecration (25 March)
Please go to Youtube:  https://youtu.be/x4u8YaC6RZ8
 

FLOOD APPEAL
SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL
The floods in Queensland and New South Wales are having a devastating effect on the people living in these regions of Australia.  For those wishing to support the long-term recovery work to be undertaken by St Vincent de Paul Society in Queensland and New South Wales, financial donations can be made either directly to either state through:
www.vinnies.org.au (Flood appeal)
Or by calling
Queensland (07) 3010 1000
Or
New South Wales (02) 9568 0262 

CARITAS AUSTRALIA
UKRAINE EMERGENCY APPEAL
The people of Ukraine are living through a crisis that will impact the country for years to come.  Caritas Australia has launched an appeal to support Caritas Ukraine and other partners in the region.
The appeal will support the provision of clean water, hygiene and food kits to vulnerable
families, as well as safe collection centres for families on the move, emergency accommodation and support for distressed children and
families.
https://www.caritas.org.au/donate/emergency-appeals/ukraine 
 

SEASON OF LENT
Lent is a season of prayer, fasting and almsgiving that begins with Ash Wednesday and concludes at sundown on Holy Thursday.
Here are ways to deepen your relationship with God during the 40 days of Lent:  Participate in the sacraments; Help those in need around you; Sacrifice something that's hard for you.

PRAY FOR UKRAINE

Archbishop Peter A Comensoli will concelebrate the Ash Wednesday Mass at
St Patrick's Cathedral with Bishop Mykola Bychok CSsR, Eparch for Ukrainians in Australia, New Zealand, and Oceania.
 
The 1pm Mass on Ash Wednesday will be livestreamed from St Patrick's Cathedral to the Archdiocesan YouTube Channel and broadcast on Community Channel C31 (channel 44 on digital TV).

Letter from Archbishop Comensoli 

Project Compassion 2022

Please take home a Project Compassion box and a set of donation envelopes to support
Caritas Australia this Lenten season and help support vulnerable people around the world, now and For All Future Generations.
With your support, Caritas Australia has been able to support vulnerable communities around the world to tackle poverty, food security, education, water and sanitation and disaster risk reduction to build a better future for all.
Together, we can help vulnerable communities face their challenges today and build a better tomorrow For All Future Generations.
You can donate through Project Compassion donation boxes and envelopes available from your Parish, by visiting lent.caritas.org.au, or by calling 1800 024 413
 

BLESSINGS FOR THE YEAR AHEAD

Archbishop Peter A Comensoli has recorded a brief
message for parishes, families and clergy as the year swings into gear.  "I just to assure you of my prayer and support as we enter into 2022 ... that this year might be one of coming together in prayer, in discernment, and consultation."  He also mentions two key Archdiocesan anniversaries taking place this year.

View at:  https://youtu.be/Dt7zlHDflR4