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Friday, 16 July 2010 05:12
PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERSHIP:  Following on from Fr Tom's announcement a few weeks ago, the Parish Council, together with Finance & Administration met with Fr Tom on his return from holiday. For those who were not here last Sunday, minutes of this meeting, together with nomination forms will be in the porch after Mass for those interested.

OUR LADY HELP OF CHRISTIANS:  will be holding a 12hr vigil of prayer and adoration every Friday from after 9.30am Mass until 9.30pm.  

CARING SUNDAY:  Sunday 18 July.  A day for Catholics across NZ to offer support to the caring ministries in their local area such as Catholic Social Services, prison and hospital chaplaincies.  It is the day that the Church in NZ asks you to help individuals, families and communities facing difficult circumstances.  

NZ CATHOLIC:  Headlines from the July 18-31, issue of NZ Catholic:  Head 
girl’s leadership recognised . . . Last of a special foursome  dies . . . Pope’s advisers told to stop bickering in public . . .  Priestly and religious vocations feature.. On sale now.

REFLECTION PROGRAMME:  The weekly discussion group will be starting again on Thursday evenings, 7.30-8.30pm in the school library.  New members are welcome.  For more information see Ashleigh Fromont in the church porch after Mass or ph 7579953.  Starting date to follow.

FAITHFULNESS OF PRIESTS PODCAST:  Theologian and author Brendan Roberts conducts a down-to earth interview of Monsignor Bernard Kiely regarding his experience as a priest. Mons. Kiely shares that we are all called to be life-giving to the world and explores some of the challenges and tremendous blessings of the priesthood.  He also explores the call of celibacy and how it also relates to unmarried laity. Listen to part 1 and 2 on www.catholic.net under Catholism 101.

THE MASS IN SLOW MOTION:  The Shaun Hurley Memorial Seminars.  The fourth evening seminar is scheduled for Wed 4th August from 5.30pm to 9pm in St Joseph’s Church.  The topics are Communion and Being Sent Forth.

JOSEPHITE RETREAT CENTRE:   Compassionate Conversations Part 2 – Saturday 24 July 10am – 3pm. To manage everyday conflict compassionately and well we need a blend of certain attitudes, analysis and interaction skills.  This workshop deals with the practical application of Embracing non-violence in our everyday conflicts: What to do and say and how to do and say it. - $20 please bring own lunch.   Josephite Retreat Centre, 14 Hillside Tce, Whanganui. Phone Adrienne on 06 345 5047 extn 3 to register or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

ENROLMENTS:  We are now in the process of forward planning for 2011.  If you have a child starting school next year please give me a ring so I can make an appointment to meet with you and show you around our school.  Please let anyone you know who is thinking of St Pius as a school for their child to contact me as soon as possible.  Knowing early does help with our planning.  Thank you.  Trish Walsh Ph: 7534257   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

WHANGANUI YOUTH MINISTRY:  The Diocese of Palmerston North invites expressions of interest for the position of Whanganui Youth Ministry Co-ordinator.  This position will be full time with a competitive employment package.  For an application/information pack, contact Kathleen Field at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it    06 350 3824 and 021 509 436.  Applications close 2 August.

NZ ROAD RETREATS:  Explore the Catholic Church’s history in NZ and join a Catholic Road Retreat throughout the North and South Islands in November 2010 or April 2011.  See the parish noticeboard for more details or contact Patricia Parsons 027 421 9064 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

GET DESIGNING:  We are looking for someone to design a unique Catholic NZ logo for a t-shirt for ALL NZ World Youth Day pilgrims to wear while travelling in Europe and attending WYD 2011.  See the notice on the board in the porch for more details.
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