SUNDAY BIBLE REFLECTIONS [24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A] Readings: Sirach 27:30-28:7; Psalm 103:1-4, 9-12; Romans 14:7-9; Matthew 18:21-35

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity

17 September 2017

Parish Priests Fr Frederick Quek 67841211 Fr Peter Tan 67846418 Fr Edmund Chong 67865043 Parish Office 67842332 Fax 67865042 Email: htadmin@holytrinity.org.sg Kindergarten 67874651 Fax 67837559 Email: admin@holytrinitykindergarten.edu.sg

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Mass Timings Weekday 6.30 am; 6.00 pm Saturday 6.30 am; 5.00 pm (Novena) 6.00 pm (Sunset) Sunday 6.45 am; 8.00 am (Mandarin) 9.30 am; 11.15 am; 6.00 pm Confessions 20 mins before Mass Public Holiday 9.00 am only

20 Tampines St 11 Singapore 529455 Tel: 67842332

Mercy is not just an abstract idea or a nice theory. It’s a concrete reality. It’s not just a message that we can choose to live out when it’s convenient for us. God’s mercy for us is meant to be at the heart of how we think and act toward each other. It’s meant to be the characteristic that sets us apart in a world caught up in self-righteousness, division, and unforgiveness. It’s the best way we can reveal God’s love and invite people to taste it themselves. Peter asked Jesus, “How often must I forgive?” (Matthew 18:21). He was looking for a solid number of times, after which he was off the hook. He was asking about the rules. But for the one who has grasped the depths of God’s mercy, rules and limits no longer matter. May we all taste the mercy more deeply today so that we can become more merciful as well.

“Thank you, Jesus, for showering me with your love.

Lord, help me to be more merciful.”

How often must I forgive? (Matthew 18:21-35) In his very first Sunday homily as the Holy Father, Pope Francis proclaimed, “This is the Lord’s most powerful message: mercy” (March 17, 2013). Since that day, he has repeated over and over the marvelous truth that God’s mercy has no bounds. That’s precisely the problem with the heartless servant in today’s Gospel: his mercy had limited, clearly defined boundaries. How boundless is God’s mercy? The best way to answer that is to consider what our lives would be like without it. Imagine a world with no tenderness, no forgiveness, no compassion. Imagine being bound in your sin and selfishness, your guilt and shame, with no way out. Now imagine God sacrificing himself not only to rescue you, but to offer you the promise of eternal life with him in heaven. That’s how boundless his mercy is. That’s how deeply he loves you. Struck by the depth of God’s love, how can we do anything but bow down to him in worhsip and show that same mercy to the people around us?

Meditations, 17 September 2017 ~ The Word Among Us

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA - English) The Pairing-off Ceremony for 30 inquirers was held on Tuesday, 12 September in the Parish Hall. The next milestone will be the Rite of Acceptance into the order of Catechumens which was on Saturday, 16 September 2017 at 6.00 pm Mass. We urge all parishioners to continue to lend their support to the RCIA with prayers for the Catechumens as well as sponsors and companions.

           

 

Daily Readings Monday, 18/9/17 1 Timothy 2:1-8; Psalm 28:2, 7-9 Luke 7:1-10 Tuesday, 19/9/17 1 Timothy 3:1-13; Psalm 101:1-3, 5-6 Luke 7:11-17 Wednesday, 20/9/17 1 Timothy 3:14-16; Psalm 111:1-6; Luke 7:31-35 Thursday, 21/9/17 Ephesians 4:1-7, 11-13; Psalm 19:2-5; Matthew 9:9-13 Friday, 22/9/17 1 Timonthy 6:2-12, Psalm 49:6-10, 17-20 Luke 8:1-3 Saturday, 23/9/17 1 Timothy 6:13-16; Psalm 100:1-5; Luke 8:4-15

Regular Weekly Events Tuesday: Prayer for Priests ~ 5.00 pm in the Chapel Rosary Devotion at the Grotto ~ After 6.00 pm Mass Charismatic Prayer ~ 8.00 pm in the Chapel. “A Personal Testimony” Christian Meditation ~ 8.00 pm to 9.00 pm in Room 16 Friday: Divine Mercy Devotion ~ 8.00 pm in the Chapel Who's Cooking This Week…. The RCIA team is serving nasi lemak, lontong, pau, siew mai, kueh and more for breakfast this weekend. Free coffee and tea while stock lasts. Holy Family Rosary Devotion 18 to 24 September, 8.15 pm at Blk 266 Tampines St 21 #05-14 (Home of Lorenzo III Rivadulla). For enquiries, contact James at 9880 5080. GIFT Colllection This being the third Sunday of the month, there will be a second collection for the GIFT programme which support the archdiocese’s 10-year pastoral plan for a more vibrant, missionary and evangelistic Church. Your generous donation is appreciated.

Infant Baptism Infant Baptism is held every third Sunday of the month at 4.00 pm in the Chapel. Completed registration form must be submitted to the Parish Office 2 weeks prior to the Baptism. Parents and Godparents must attend a one-hour preparatory session. For more details, contact the parish secretariat. Wedding Couples are required to meet the priest at least 7 months in advance for wedding arrangements (Marriage Preparation Course or an Engaged Encounter weekend is compulsory). For more details, contact the parish secretariat. Church Cleaning (Willing Hands) Volunteers are needed every Wednesday and Saturday at 9.00 am. Lost & Found Please stop by the Parish Office to check for any lost items.

 

Praying the Rosary…. “This simple prayer, in fact, helps us to contemplate all that God in his love has done for us and for our salvation and helps us understand that our life is united to Christ’s.” “Use this powerful instrument, which is the prayer of the holy rosary, often so that it may bring peace to hearts, and families to the church and to the world.”

~ Pope Francis

Are you praying the rosary?

The Trials of St Patrick Augustine Institute Radio Theatre Follow St. Patrick on his dramatic journey through hardship and loss to mercy and forgiveness. His story will come to life in Augustine Institute Radio Theatre’s most recent audio drama.

Understanding the doctrine of Justification How are we saved by God? What is the state of relationship between Catholics and Protestants 500 years after the Reformation? A presentation on the main issues in the Declaration on Justification by Catholic and some Protestant Churches. Venue: St Joseph's Church, Victoria Street, Parish House, Conference Room – No parking facilities available. Time: 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm Date: 20 September 2017 Speaker: Mr Mike Arents

Mass with Prayers for Healing 7 October 2017 (Saturday) Church of Sts. Peter and Paul (main church) 2.00 PM - Praise and Worship 2.25PM to 4.00 PM – Mass celebrated by Fr. Thomas Curran, followed by prayers for healing. All are welcome and no registration is needed. For enquiries, please email praiseatworksg@yahoo.com or call 9747 2467.

Catholic Youth Rally 2017 Date: 7 – 10 December 2017 Venue: St Anne’s Church (Penang). Theme: “Fly high! Youthful Heart” Registration Fee: S$80.00 This event is organized by the Peninsular Malaysia and Singapore Chinese Apostolate and will be conducted in Mandarin. Open to all youths age between 15-25 years old. More information may be found on FB(CatholicYouthRally2017) or www.catholicyouthrally2017.com . For further enquiries, contact Catherine Oh at 91114911 or Nicholas Cheang at 91136598.

   

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