Entrance Antiphon:I am the salvation of the people,says the Lord. Should they cryto me in any distress, I will hearthem, and I will be their Lordfor ever.

1st Reading:. Amos 8:4-7I will never forget your deeds,you who trample on the needy

Responsorial Psalm:Psalm 112(113):1-2,4-8

Praise the Lord wholifts up the poor.

2nd Reading:1 Timothy 2:1-8Pray for everyone to God, whowants everyone to be saved

Gospel Acclamation:2 Cor 8:9Alleluia, alleluia!Jesus Christ was rich but hebecame poor, to make you richout of his poverty. Alleluia!

Gospel: Luke 16:1-13You cannot be the slave of bothGod and money

Communion Antiphon:Ps 118: 4-5You have laid down yourprecepts to be carefully kept;may my ways be firm inkeeping your statutes.

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GospelJesus said to his disciples: ‘There was a rich man and he had a steward denounced to him for beingwasteful with his property. He called for the man and said, “What is this Ihear about you? Draw me up an account of your stewardship because you arenot to be my steward any longer.” Then the steward said to himself, “Nowthat my master is taking the stewardship from me, what am I to do? Dig? Iam not strong enough. Go begging? I should be too ashamed. Ah, I knowwhat I will do to make sure that when I am dismissed from office there willbe some to welcome me into their homes.” Then he called his master’s debtors one by one. To the first he said, “Howmuch do you owe my master?” “One hundred measures of oil” was the reply.The steward said, “Here, take your bond; sit down straight away and writefifty.” To another he said, “And you, sir, how much do you owe?” “Onehundred measures of wheat” was the reply. The steward said, “Here, takeyour bond and write eighty.” ‘The master praised the dishonest steward for his astuteness. For thechildren of this world are more astute in dealing with their own kind than arethe children of light. ‘And so I tell you this: use money, tainted as it is, to win you friends, andthus make sure that when it fails you, they will welcome you into the tents ofeternity. The man who can be trusted in little things can be trusted in great;the man who is dishonest in little things will be dishonest in great. If then youcannot be trusted with money, that tainted thing, who will trust you withgenuine riches? And if you cannot be trusted with what is not yours, who willgive you what is your very own? ‘No servant can be the slave of two masters: he will either hate the first andlove the second, or treat the first with respect and the second with scorn. Youcannot be the slave both of God and of money.’

The Parish Bulletin

Luke 16:1-13

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Yr C/1

Novena to St. Michael the ArchangelSaint Michael the Archangel,loyal champion of God and His People.I turn to you with confidenceand seek your powerful intercession.For the love of God,Who made you so glorious in grace and power,and for the love of the Mother of Jesus, the Queen of the Angels,be pleased to hear our prayer.You know the value of our souls in the eyes of God.May no stain of evil ever disfigure its beauty.Help us to conquer the evil spirit who tempts us.We desire to imitate your loyalty to God and Holy Motherand your great love for God and people.And since you are God’s messenger for the care of His people,we entrust to you these special intentions:For the sanctification of all God’s children at St. Michael’s Meadowbank.

The Parish BulletinAcknowledgement of the land

We acknowledge the traditional ownersand custodians of this land, theWallumattagal clan, part of the Dharugpeople of the Eoira nation. We walkgently on the land, sharing it with themas we now work and live on it.

Parish DirectoryParish Administrator: Fr Emmanuel SeoEmail: emmanuel.seo@sydneycatholic.orgParish address &contact number:45 Maxim St, Meadowbank, NSW 2114Phone: 9809-3536Email:office@stmichaelsmeadowbank.org.auOffice hours: Tuesday - Friday 9:00am-4:30pmSecretaries: Lou Temprosa (Tue-Wed) Marilyn Vallejo (Thu-Fri)Sacramental Coordinators:Marisa Squadrito & Liz Mulcaresacraments@stmichaelsmeadowbank.org.auBulletin Editor: Meynardo TalisayonParish Bulletin email address:meynardo@laposte.netPlease submit requests for publication by12 noon Wednesday.Acolytes: Arthur LeeReaders & Special Ministers ofCommunion:Sue Metzmacher(Weekdays & Special Roster)Felicity Donnelly (Vigils & Sundays)Music MinistryCoordinators for 6pm Saturday Masses:1st Saturday - Richard Borges (FamilyMass)2nd Saturday - David Foong3rd Saturday - Prescilla Luzon4th Saturday - Aneela PereiraMusic Ministry - Sunday Masses:1st & 3rd SUN 8am - Maree Twomey2nd SUN 8am – Muntia Gouw2nd SUN 10 am – Peter & Jenchris1st & 5th SUN 10am – Mary Towers3rd SUN 10am – David Foong4th SUN 10am – Muntia GouwChildren’s Liturgy - Cindy FrancisOther Ministry LeadersUshers/Collectors - Michael WixtedAltar Society - Marie BennettLiturgy Committee - Sue MetzmacherFinance Committee - Stephen ToppleSt Vincent de Paul Society - Jim LemckeCatechists - Judith OrrockParish Safeguarding Support Officer -Lou TemprosaSt Michael’s Primary SchoolSchool Principal - Mr Brian Story53 Maxim St, Meadowbank, NSW 2114Phone: 9808 2658 Fax: 9807 2330Email:info@smpsmeadowbank.catholic.edu.au

Welcome to St Michael’s Church -Meadowbank! A warm welcome to all attendees &visitors to our church! May you find our parish communitya place where your faith life will be nourished and you willtake up the invitation to share your special gifts and talents.Your prayers, presence, talents & skills are most welcome.

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For faithful and humble obedience to His Commandments in His Church’steachings.For the flourishing of the Gospel in the life of our parish and in the livesof the parishioners and their families.Lord, hear and grant our special intentions for this Novena. Amen.*This is the Novena to St. Michael the Archangel, which we will praytogether after each Mass from Saturday 21st Sep until Sunday 29th Sep(inclusive).

Reflection by Fr Emmanuel SeoAs the debate in the NSW parliament regarding the abortion bill continues, itreally is a wake-up call for us all, that our nation unfortunately is not quite as safeas it looks. History proves, no matter how diabolical a regime, immunity isusually guaranteed for those who acquiesce to the evil or otherwise remaininoffensively silent. However, the individual safety of some is hardly indicativeof the wellbeing of the whole, since the protection they enjoy relies on thetransient authority of the tyrant in power. Hence, this precarious cover is likely tovanish the moment they dare to challenge the status quo or when the regime iseventually overthrown. Subsequently, only because we are not immediatelyaffected by the abortion law, it does not mean that our society as a whole is a safeone. All it means is for now the category we belong to is not under direct threat.But once we unwittingly step into a new social classification which is deemed bysociety as less useful or even burdensome, the same culture of death could comeknocking on our own doors (e.g. euthanasia).

Abortion is and always will be an intrinsic evil. But to make matters worse, itperplexes me that a group of supposedly well-educated individuals can decidethat even the most reasonable amendments are not acceptable. For example, theirrejection of the amendment prohibiting gendercide cannot be more contrary tothe partisan slogan claiming this to be about women’s rights (*statistics every-where show that gender selective abortions tend to favour the male child). Sadly,we are living in the midst of a moral and spiritual void, in which grave publicevil are endorsed and celebrated, rather than denounced and driven out. Still, wemust never lose hope as St. Paul teaches, “Where sin increased, grace aboundedall the more, so that, as sin reigned in death, grace also might reign through right-eousness to eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Rom 5:20-21). Let uskeep praying therefore, and pray especially through the intercession of our pa-tron, St. Michael the Archangel, who is our protection against satan and all hisworks.

Reflection Continued

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Silence in the ChurchPlease maintain a respectful silence in the church at all times, knowing that Jesusis Really Present in the tabernacle. Also, let us be mindful that people are makingtheir spiritual preparation and thanksgiving before and after Mass.No clapping after MassA reminder that clapping is the proper response to a performance rather thanprayer. Please pray instead for whomever you would like to thank. A word ofencouragement may also be helpful.

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Collections Update from 15 SeptThank you for the generosity of all parishioners. Please note thenew adjusted weekly targets in order to reach our budget.1st Collection (assists clergy): $ 1,0562nd Collection (parish costs): $ 1,653DIRECT TRANSFER GIVINGPlease consider using a direct recurring automatic transfer forSunday offerings. It is a safe, secure process that each person caneasily setup via their own online banking to give to the parish ona weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis.Parish First Collection Details: BSB: 062 784; AccountNumber: 04292002; Account Name: St Michael’s PastoralRevenueParish Second Collection Details: BSB: 062 784; AccountNumber: 04295003; Account Name: St Michael’s ChurchPlease use your envelope number (if you have one) as areference for the transaction.CREDIT CARD GIVINGPlease contact the Parish Office to setup giving via credit cards.

Reflection Day for Women – ‘In the Habitof Love and Suffering’ Eileen O’Connor, Servant of God~ with Dr Jocelyn Hedley, Author of ‘And Here Begin theWork of Heaven: The Spirituality of Eileen O’Connor’. Aday for women of all ages to pause and give time for personalprayer and reflection. The day includes Mass, time forpersonal prayer, Q&A, rosary and opportunities for smallgroup discussions over great food. There is Holy Hour –Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament (with Reconciliation)with the Parish at 8:15am, followed by Holy Mass at 9:15am.DATE: Saturday 12 October 2019WHERE: St Michael’s, Meadowbank (45 Maxim Street,Meadowbank) TIME: 8:15am – 2:45pmCOST: FREE *donation For more information and toregister, please go to https://bit.ly/2kHQmGz

CATHOLIC MISSIONThis weekend our parish will be holding the annualCatholic Mission Church Appeal. This year we are invitedto partner with the Church in Ghana, as they provideongoing protection and development of children whoare vulnerable.In line with traditional beliefs, in parts ofGhana, children born with adisability, or whose motherpasses during childbirth, are considered to be ‘spiritchildren’, and thus at risk of being harmed or killed. TheChurch in Ghana is dedicated to protecting these childrenand educating families to ensure every child has a chanceto live a full life. This weekend you will learn more aboutSister Stan and the Nazareth Home for God’s Children,which is leading these efforts in the diocese of Yendi. Youwill be offered the opportunity to personally partner withthe Church in Ghana as a monthly giving partner, with allgifts specifically directed to life-saving projects forchildren in need – please come prepared togive generously. Freecall:1800 257 296 catholicmission.org.au/GhanaEnvelopes are in the pews and tables in church.

Rev Fr JOEY FALLER(Healing Priest)Formation RetreatSaturday 12 October 2019at St Joseph’s Parish HallWalz St., Rockdale NSW 2216Booking essential. Registration cost $30INCLUDES: Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon TeaTransportation cost from St Michael’s Church Meadowbank &return: $23 PER PERSONSeats available for transport is 11 seats only.Contact Person: Rose Dearden 0431 255 482

Healing Mass at MeadowbankWednesday 16 October 2019 at 7:30pm at St Michael’sChurch MeadowbankContact: Connie 0424 417 950 or Rose 0431 255 482

Playgroup Our St Michael's Playgroup meets everyThursday during term time in the Parish hall from9.15am- 11am. Families with children aged 0-5 yearsmost welcome for a morning of free play, craft, play-dough, rhymes, stories and outside play. $2 and bringa piece of fruit to share. For further informationplease email the Family Educator at the Parish schoolvia kirrily.mcdermott@syd.catholic.edu.au or checkout the Family Educator's Facebook Page bysearching @stmichaelsmeadowbankPlaygroup Volunteers Our playgroup is growingdrawing many families from our local community. IsGod calling you to supporting these young familiesby going on a roster to help out at Playgroup?Whether its chatting to parents, playing with kids orhelping with hospitality, your gifts can be used toGod's glory! Call Kirrily, Family Educator on0419890099 for more information.Anxiety Awareness in Children WorkshopThis workshop by Way Ahead Mental Health will beon Tuesday 24 September between 7- 8.30pm in theParish Meeting Room. Contact the Family Educatorfor more information,kirrily.mcdermott@syd.catholic.edu.au

St Michael's FeastdayWe will be celebrating the feast of St Michael’s on29th of September, Sunday. Morning tea after the 10am mass. A talent show will be hosted for the youngin age and young at heart. You can play an instrument,sing a song, mimic or exhibit any talent that you areblessed with. Duration of each performance is 5minutes. We welcome each one of you to join useither to exhibit your talent or to encourage theparticipants. Please bring a plate to share.

Enrolments for the Sacrament ofReconciliation will be after the Masses thisweekend. Preparation for the sacrament will begin on22nd October. All children in Year 2 and above who arebaptised are eligible to enrol. Cost of the program is$30.00. For further information, please emailsacramentsstmichaelsmeadowbank.org.au

Roster: 28 / 29 September 2019

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Prayer to St Michael theArchangel. Saint Michael the Archangel,defend us in the day of battle. Be oursafeguard against the wickedness and snaresof the devil. May God rebuke him, wehumbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of theheavenly host, by the power of God, cast into

hell Satan and all the evil spirits who wander through theworld seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.

Liturgy for this week (23 - 29 September 2019)Sacraments:Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:15pm-4.45pm (AEST)Devotions:Mass for Catechists: Every 1st Tuesday at 8:15amPrayer for Priests: Every 1st Saturday at 8:45amFirst Friday Sacred Heart Devotion: 1st Friday Mass at 7pmMorning Prayer: Every Sunday at 7:35amRosary: 8:50am on weekdays before the Mass (except Friday)Holy Hour and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament:(with Reconciliation & Benediction)8:15am-9:15am every Friday & SaturdayDivine Mercy Novena & Chaplet - Wednesdays after AM Mass

Time Acolyte ReadersExtraordinaryMinisters of HolyCommunion

5:00PMVigil Jim Lemcke Brian Maher

Carol Maher

1 Prescilla Luzon2 Rita D’Mello3 Robyn Meehan4 Sue Metzmacher5 Sunitha Victor6 Mark Pereira

8:00AM Vinodh Stanley Gemma EvessonMaureen Fairbairn

Mel TalisayonNora Gardner

10:00AM Moussa El Bayeh Maureen RichardsonSean V Wyk

1 Devonna Gonsalves2 Felicity Donnelly3 Celeste Villarente4 Connie Buttigieg5 Danima Grace6 Darryle Fernandes

Weekday Services this week:9:15am - Monday: Communion Service9.15am - Weekday Mass: Tuesday to SaturdayWeekend Masses:5:00pm - Saturday Vigil Mass (AEST)8:00am & 10:00am - Sunday Masses(10am with Children’s Liturgy during School Term)

Parish Weekly Mass OfferingsTuesday 24th September 9:15am

Thanksgiving Mass Suzanne D'SouzaWednesday 25th September 9:15amRecently Deceased: Betty Luz Chua

Thursday 26th September 9:15amMass of Remembrance for Lance Hornery,

Margaret & Fred WirthFriday 27th September 9:15am

No Mass OfferingSaturday 28th September 9:15am

Mass of Remembrance for Youssef Karam

Note: Only One Mass Offering is permitted per day.

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Feasts & Saints of the WeekMon 23 Saint Pius of PietrelcinaTue 24 Tuesday of week 25 in Ordinary TimeWed 25 Wednesday of week 25 in Ordinary TimeThu 26 Saints Cosmas and Damian, MartyrsFri 27 Saint Vincent de Paul, PriestSat 28 Saint Wenceslaus (Wacław), Martyr &

● Saints Laurence Ruiz and his Companions,Martyrs

Wedding on 28th September 2019, SaturdayAt 1:00pm Sandon Leonardi & Jodie PayneAt 3:00pm Christian Tanto & Diana Kurnadi

Consider becoming a CatechistRing Judith Orrock on 98742825 if you are interested. You will betrained in conducting a class, what to teach and provided all teachingmaterials to make you a successful catechist.

Are you new to the Parish?Welcome. It is great to have you here. Please make our parishyour home. Feel welcome to share experiences and ministriesfrom your previous parish with our community. Pleasecomplete a parish registration & census form at the office.Consider volunteering and joining the parish planned giving.

Piety Stall will be open after all Masses thisweekend.

Vocations Camp for Men – “Discover what the Lordwants of you” (Ephesians 5:10)Join us for a weekend camp of Mass, talks, good food, bush walks,sports and prayer for young men who are seeking an adventure and adeep exploration of their spiritual life.DATE: Friday 18 – Sunday 20 October 2019WHERE: BXVI Retreat Centre TIME: 5pm (Fri) – 3pm (Sun)COST: $75 pp *Age: 18 – 30 *Registration closes: 16 October 2019For more information and to register, please go tohttps://bit.ly/2lZVV3w

Church Cleaning, Altar Linen &FlowersWe have a great team of helpers who arrange flow-ers, clean and vacuum the church on a weekly basis.We always need more help. Contact Marie Ben-nett on 0447 830 551 to volunteer. Flowers costabout $100 per week. Please consider donating tothe Altar Society. Donation boxes are at the churchdoors or can be made through the Parish Office.