ST PHILOMENA’S DISCUSSION GROUPS: We have two Discussion Groups who meet in the school staff room; one meets in the afternoon and one in the evening.

Afternoon Group: meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 1.30-2.30pm. The next meeting is Thurs 25th June. Contact Ian McGill 753 3513.
Evening Group: meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 7.30pm-8.30pm. The next meeting is Thurs 2nd July. Contact Trevor Carter 752 2778.

ST PHILOMENA’S PRAYER GROUP: This group meets on a Wednesday after 9am Mass. We pray for the parish, our school and all the intentions in the petition box (which is in front of St Philomena’s statue). There is still room for more petitions.

SCANNER FOR SALE:  The parish has a document scanner in new condition for sale $40 ono.  If interested seen Diane, Sister, Andy, Syd or any Team or Finance member.

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

THANK YOU!!: A big thanks to all those who gave their time willingly to help with The Warehouse stock take. Thanks to your combined efforts, we managed to raise a total of $13181.25, which is an awesome result. It was a very successful weekend; not only in terms of the dollars raised, but also in the community spirit we felt working together across parishes for a common cause. We did such a great job that we will probably be given the opportunity again next year.

ST VINCENT DE PAUL: Any good quality used clothing you have to spare would be most welcome at the St Vincent de Paul Opportunity Shop in the Fitzroy shopping arcade, New Plymouth. Our stocks are running low and if we are to continue to provide the services funded through the shop, your support is essential. The shop would be most grateful for any donations of summer or winter clothing. Any inquiries can be made to 75-86740.

WCEC ADULT FAITH EDUCATION COURSES: At the Diocesan Centre, Palmerston North:
Introduction to the Old Testament: 6 to 8 July,
The Synoptic Gospels: 6 to 8 July,
Spirituality for Teachers: 13 – 15 July and
Introduction to Christian Morality: 16 – 18 July .

At St Patrick’s Primary School, Napier: Introduction to the New Testament: 15 – 17th July .
Please contact Tom Silverwood or Wendy Silver on 06 354 1780 for any further information.

NZ CATHOLIC: Headlines from the June 13-27 issue of NZ Catholic: Congratulations pour in for Good Shepherd centenarian . . . Career diplomat named NZ ambassador to Holy See . . . Brigidine sister’s service honoured . . . ASC rejects court’s view on abortion on demand . . . Vatican liked Obama’s Egypt talk . . . Christian agencies have mixed reaction to Budget . . . Priest explains postures for Mass . . . Cathedral concert boosts hopes for Croatian church. On sale now.

MID WINTER RETREAT: With Fr John O’Connor 5:15 - 9 pm, 24th June St Joseph’s (downstairs). In our Life of Faith there is ONE true spirituality (to God through Jesus in the Holy Spirit). Yet there are as many ‘spiritualities’ as there are people. Fr John O'Connor will lead this evening session helping us to appreciate anew the communal nature of our journey and the beauty of the individual created in the image of God. We will share a simple meal of soup and bread. Child-care will be available in the Kath Donahue room For more information contact: Susan Frykberg 757 3686, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

TAX REFUNDS:  Some parishes have had difficulty in obtaining  refunds because they have not been recognised as registered charities under the Act. If you have any problem here we are registered under Roman Catholic Diocese of Palmerston North, No CC31757. Any queries to Greta or Diane

SCHOOL NEWS: The children and staff at St Pius are very busy at the moment preparing for our Production. Ii is entitled “A Night In The Library”. We invite you to come along to one of our shows and see the children’s talents on display. Our performances are at St Philomena’s Church and we thank the parishioners for allowing us to use the Church. Tickets go on sale this Wednesday and are available at the school office for a cost of $5 (preschoolers free).. Performances are on Tues 30th June: 1pm and 7pm and Wed 1st July: 7pm. We look forward to entertaining you.

At the beginning of July the Ministry of Education requires predictions of school enrolments for 2010 to enable them to allot staffing entitlements. If you have a preschooler due to begin at St Pius X during the remainder of this year or in 2010 please contact the school office as soon as possible to ensure we have their details on our records. We do have a small number of vacancies, so if you know anyone who is thinking about St Pius as a school for their children ask them to ring for an appointment to meet with me.
Kind Regards, Trish Walsh, Principal

MORRIS FAMILY GROUP:  Meeting at the residence of Barry & Dot Fabish, 27 Somerset St 1.30pm Sunday 28 June.