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The
Witness
Journal of the Diocese of Port Pirie
Volume 66 Number 1 - February 2020
Laying on of hands
Contents
Bishop’s Message 3
Ordination to Diaconate 4-5
Diocesan Director for CARITAS 6
Beech Boys do 220 for Tammy 7
ACYF19 Reflections 8-9
Catholic Education 10
Assembly Registration Form 11
Sacraments 12
National Bushfire Disaster 13
Around the Diocese 14-17
Centacare Provide Relief 18
Communications 19
Parish Mass Times 20
Bishop’s Diary
February
6th – 7th Meetings and Appointments as Apostolic Administrator - Adelaide
9th Diamond Jubilee Mass – Br Michael Coughlin CFC – Adelaide
11th Centacare Board Meeting – Port Pirie
15th Ministry Formation Program Orientation Day – Adelaide
17th – 19th Meetings and Appointments as Apostolic Administrator - Adelaide
25th Meeting of Diocesan Finance Council – Port Pirie
Meeting of Clergy Support Fund – Port Pirie
26th Meetings of Consultors & Council of Priests – Port Pirie
March
2nd 20th Anniversary of St Barbara’s School & 25 years of OLSH presence in Roxby Downs
6th New Teacher Induction – Port Pirie
10th Opening & blessing of new Calvary Hospital - Adelaide
11th Calvary Hospital Mass - Adelaide
14th Mass for Josephite Jubilees – Adelaide
18th Permanent Committee Meeting
19th In-service for Adelaide and Pirie Clergy - Adelaide
21st – 22nd Polish Hill River Sesquicentenary
24th – 25th National Redress Personal Response Training – Port Pirie
30th Gathering of Religious – Port Pirie ABOVE...Fr Brian Mathews is pictured
31st Diocesan Assembly – Port Pirie handing a bouquet to the youngest member
1st April Diocesan Assembly – Port Pirie of the Kelly wedding bridal party
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The Turning Point
Jesus was submerged into Jesus took all that on Himself as he went
this symbol of humankind, down to the River Jordan to submerge
every part of His body was
Himself in our story and to rise as a new
covered with water, plunged
into the river of our story of man to be our Redeemer. Sometimes in
who we are. our suffering there is no room for words,
Archbishop Oscar Romero, only silence and sorrow; ‘within thy
who was assassinated while wounds hide me’.
Some years ago I led a group of parishioners saying Mass by people
on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, a place against whom he was arguing over land Just as baptism was a turning point for
of life-changing opportunities. ownership in El Salvador, wrote: ‘I am a Jesus, so it was for us. Many of us may not
shepherd who with his people has become
We started with a tour to the River Jordan even know the date of our own baptism or
the most beautiful and difficult truth, our
which we hear so much about that we where to find it, but our baptism changed
Christian faith requires that we submerge
tend to think of it as a majestic stream. In
ourselves in the world.’ us. It converted us into being a member of
fact, it looked like the River Torrens in its
dying stages, a simple little stream, muddy the Body of Christ, it made us who we are,
and uninspiring. But this river in which “Jesus took on all the the presence of Jesus in the world, persons
Jesus was baptised has been revered since
the 3rd century and you can see the flag suffering that would one who by our way of life show the impact of
stones and masonry constructed by those day beset humanity” the Holy Spirit through our actions, our
first Christians who venerated the place attitude to others, our prayerfulness, our
where he was baptised.
ability to stand up against the crowd.
Jesus the Redeemer and the Suffering
As we looked at it through the fence, our
Palestinian guide said simply: ‘This is Servant immersed Himself in humanity. Each of us is to live that vocation in our
where the Blessed Trinity revealed itself.’ We think of the people who have lost own way because no-one else is us. We
The Gospel scene of the three persons so much in the bushfires, to whom do were called forth from the mind of God
of the Trinity declaring themselves and they turn? Jesus took on Himself all
the sufferings that would one day beset before all ages began.
endorsing the mission of Jesus made it a
very powerful moment; to see the contrast humanity, be it famine, plague or war, be
of the majesty of what was being said it Auschwitz and genocide, be it natural
and the simplicity and earthliness of the disasters like these bushfires. Bishop Greg O’Kelly SJ
desolate scene before us. So very human
and so very ordinary and yet it was a place
of encounter between humanity and the
creator God.
For Jesus it was a turning point and it was
the beginning of something new for the
Earth, for the Universe. He underwent His
baptism and went from being a carpenter
in Nazareth to a wandering preacher of
renewal.
The River Jordan where He was immersed
is a symbol of the history of humanity –
the great civilizations came into contact
with it. Whether it was the ancient
Assyrians, the Persians or the Egyptians,
these mighty kingdoms and empires all
had dealings with the River Jordan, a
symbol of humanity with all its pomp and
ceremony and the simplicity of what we
can evolve into.
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Ordination toPermanent Diaconate
Another Permanent Deacon priestly, prophetic and royal vocation.
At 11.00am on Saturday, December 14, A key role of the ordained ministry which
2019 a large crowd gathered at Saint Mary you now approach is to assist and enable
of the Angels Church in Port Lincoln the People of God in the exercise of their
to celebrate the ordination to the sacred baptismal ministry. The ordained minister
Order of Diaconate of Brenton John is to work among and for the People
Mortimer. Bishop Greg O’Kelly ordained of God, not over them. The ordained
Brenton during a Mass concelebrated by minister is to serve his brothers and sisters
many of our diocesan priests and assisted in the Church and beyond, and to help
by Deacon Gary Stokes. them live their own vocation to preach, to
Various leaders of diocesan ministries teach, and to heal. That is why we will
were present on the sanctuary during the invoke the Saints of the Church over you.
Mass which included Mrs Nichii Mardon That is why you will have hands laid on
(Director of Catholic Education), Mr you, on behalf of the Church”.
Michael Preece (Bishop’s Assistant for
Pastoral Ministry), Mrs Gayle Santic The ordination ceremony included the
(Pastoral Associate), Sr Cheryl Thomson Promise of the Elect, the Litany of the
(Religious Sisters) and Mrs Margaret Saints, the Laying On of Hands, the
Speechley (Director, Ministry Formation Investiture with Stole and Dalmatic and Deacon Gary Stokes helps Deacon Brenton
Program). the Handing On of the Book of the into his vestments
Providing ministry at the Mass were Diana Gospels. At the end of the Mass Deacon
Mislov (Commentator), Bridget and Keith Brenton Mortimer spoke a few words of
Tattersall (Readers), John O’Dea (Psalmist gratitude. After Mass a lunch was shared
and Cantor of the Litany), Nita Stokes in the parish hall.
(Organist for psalms and litany), Jack and
Michael Preece
Chris Bourke, John and Colleen Meffert
(Investiture of Stole and Dalmatic),
Robert and Theresa Duns (Offering Bread
and Wine), Shebell Hopkins, Dana and
Kylie Hurrell (Servers). The parish Men’s Newly ordained Deacon with Parents and
Choir beautifully led the singing. Bishop Greg
In the Homily Bishop Greg said: “With the
bestowal of Holy Orders, Brenton, your
baptismal vocation will take a new
orientation.
All of us are baptised to
ministry as Christians. We see lay ministry
more and more active in the Church today,
as the Holy Spirit awakens this realisation
amongst us. In the baptism ceremony
it says that we are all called to be priest,
prophet and king. All the baptised have a Handing on of the Book of the Gospels.
Deacon Brenton prostrates as John O’Dea
sings the Litany of the Saints.
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Saint of the Month
St Scholastica
Feast Day, February 10
Scholastica was born c. 480 in Nursia,
Sr Cheryle Thomson, Margaret Speechley, Fr Jim, Gayle Santic, Fr Leon, Nichii Mardon, Fr Kevin, Fr Umbria, of wealthy parents. According
Ben, Fr Adrian, Bishop Greg, Deacon Brenton, Deacon Tony Crowe and Altar Servers to a ninth century tradition, she was
the twin sister of Benedict of Nursia.
Reflection Whether this is meant biologically or
allegorically (spiritually) or both, is not
clear. They were brought up together
until the time he [Benedict] left to
pursue studies in Rome.
Benedictine tradition holds that
Scholastica established a hermitage
about five miles from Monte Cassino
and that this was the first “Benedictine”
convent. Gregory the Great says she
was dedicated to God from a young
age.
Immediate family members at the front along The most commonly told story about
with the new vestments are captured in this her is that she would, once a year, go
photo whilst the Deacon elect lays prostrate. and visit her brother at a place near his
abbey, and they would spend the day
Photo: Diana Mislov worshiping together and discussing
sacred texts and issues.
Port Lincoln Celebrates After a long journey the day was finally One day they had supper and
here, my Diaconal ordination. I wasn’t continued their conversation. When
Gathering the widespread Catholic family as nervous as I thought I would be and Benedict indicated it was time for him
to mark the occasion of an ordination I felt very secure with Bishop Greg, the to leave, Scholastica, perhaps sensing
to the Diaconate was to experience the priests and deacons all supporting me and that the time of her death was drawing
Holy Spirit through us, with us and in us. near, asked him to stay with her for the
knowing that I was being held up in prayer evening so they could continue their
Deep and resonant voices of the Men’s by so many people across our Diocese, as discussions. Not wishing to break his
choir reflected the depth of meaning as well as those present in the church. I was own Rule, Benedict refused, insisting
Brenton Mortimer pledged to dedicate his blessed to have my parents and three of that he needed to return to his cell.
life in service as our Deacon. He promised my four adult children in attendance. At that point, Scholastica closed her
to have Jesus Christ central to his life, to hands in prayer, and after a moment, a
live out gospel values and to contribute as Most of the ceremony was a bit of a blur, wild storm started outside of the guest
but I remember feeling the Holy Spirit house in which they were staying.
a person of service. Benedict asked, “What have you
moving through me as Bishop Greg laid
St Mary of the Angels and visitors in done?” to which she replied, “I asked
his hands on my head. I also remember you and you would not listen; so I
our congregation witnessed the ancient the emotion, the tears, the smiling faces asked God and he did listen.” Benedict
tradition of laying on of hands. Women of and the beautiful singing [Praise the Lord]. was unable to return to his monastery,
the Church had prepared a feast enjoyed and they spent the night in discussion.
by everyone following the Mass. Here I would like to thank everyone for their
prayers and support, gifts and blessings, Three days later on 10 February 543,
our Catholic family welcomed visitors, from his cell, Benedict saw his sister’s
re-connected with friends and made new it all helped to make my ordination a soul leaving the earth and ascending
acquaintances. Our Port Pirie Diocese wonderful celebration not only for me to heaven in the form of a shining
had the pleasure of being accompanied by but for Port Lincoln and the Port Pirie white dove. He had her body brought
Diocese. The journey continues, love & to his monastery, where it was laid in
representatives from the Archdiocese of the tomb which he had prepared for
Adelaide – adding to the spirit of unity. blessings,
himself.
Sue Olsen Deacon Brenton.
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Diocesan Director’s Role for CARITAS Vacant After 40 Years
Angela Hart, former Adelaide Archdiocesan Director of CARITAS Australia is pictured above with Fr Paul Bourke.
On August 30th, 1979, I became Diocesan Diocese. for all new DD’s and almost an obligation
Director of Project Compassion for the for the older baton-carrying ones to eke
Fr. Martin Kineavy was the first recorded
Port Pirie Diocese, a position I held for 40 -out their experiences. I was just a bit slack
donor, for this my first campaign,
years. but enjoyed every bit of those I attended
and $11,127:83 was raised. Project
All Parishes in our Diocese have welcomed Compassion in 1980 raised $18,994:40, and listened to people alive in the modern
Lenten overseas visitors during the years, so the generosity of the people was as Church.
who help promote Project Compassion. evident then as it is 40 years later.
There has been no better way to experience I made some life changing friendships, not
In the mid 90’s Trish Noonan, a in the way of life-long friendships, but by
our Catholic Social Justice call to action
Parishioner and farmer from the Booleroo
than to hear the story of our brothers and meeting people with that deep-rooted faith
Centre Parish, where I was Parish Priest,
sisters in crisis. and desire to pursue the path to just living
talked to me one Sunday after Mass
During my time we have welcomed over about her interest in applying to become and of dignifying the most marginalized.
25 such visitors who have stayed in many the Australian Catholic Women’s League It becomes a shared infection and I am
homes and Parishes in the Diocese. Their representative on the Caritas National grateful for what I caught from so many
presence is a large part of the message Committee. fellow travelers.
and in the various gatherings they have
A long shot she thought, but as her Like everything, these 40 years have passed
garnered our desire to share.
Diocesan Director I said I would quickly but they grew me to be who I am,
We were Australian Catholic Relief when confidently support her request. Her along with all the other by products I taste
I started, before becoming a member of application was successful, and she served and carry in my life. It has been such a
Caritas Internationalis in the mid 1990’s. for six years and her contribution is well
privilege to share Caritas with so many
The work of Australian Catholic Relief in remembered by all who shared her passion.
and I pray with and for them that the
Cambodia post Pol Pot was extraordinary
The other Diocesan Directors over so shared infection continues to evolve.
and World first in proportion.
many years have shown me the beautiful
Back in 1979 Project Compassion was ordinariness of the Australian Church,. Seeing so many young people active in
still growing, although most Dioceses How we all love our Diocese and bring Climate Culture gives amazing credence
had adopted it as the major fundraiser for its special brand to the annual conference. to the path we are following.
the Church’s Aid arm. My first appeal in I wasn’t a great attender at the Annual
After 40 years, thank you.
1979 was for Kampuchea which drew an Diocesan Directors Conferences, even if
amazing response from the people in the I didn’t have a Funeral!! They are a must Fr. Paul Bourke
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Beech Boys do 220 for Tammy
Moving Tribute to Late
Mother...
In memory of their loving mother and
with a goal to raise $10,000 for vital early
detection research, Kylan, 17, Jordan, 24,
Nick, 27 and Jono Beech, 28, set out on
a fundraising campaign producing results
that surprised even them!
Tragically, the Beech boys lost their
mother, Tammy Lee Beech, to lung cancer
in October of 2016. At the time of her
diagnosis, it was already far too late for
Tammy, something that never sat well
with the family. They had since spent time
focusing on early detection and prevention about promoting the event aptly named
research. ‘220 for Tammy’.
An idea was born...it was Kylan’s idea to On November 21, 2019 the boys donned
complete a 220km charity ride from the lycra and in honour of their mother,
Adelaide to Barmera and then host a set off from Adelaide to pedal the 220km
fundraising event immediately to follow. distance arriving at Barmera the following
Supported by sister Sheridan and father afternoon to a crowd of cheering
Michael, and with all four brothers supporters.
commited to the ride, the Beech family set
The fundraiser, which alone raised $20,000
and consisted of a two course meal and
live entertainment at the Barmera Club,
was to follow.
Incredibly, the campaign raised a staggering
$30,575, more than tripling their goal of
$10,000. The funds were donated to the
‘Beat Cancer Project’ initiated by the
Cancer Council, in December 2019.
Jennifer Wainwright
Top...Brothers cycling the 220km distance
from Adelaide.
Kylan presents a $30,575 cheque to the ‘Beat
Inset...at their mother’s grave.
Cancer Project’ initiated by Cancer Council
Australia. Right... Beech family.
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Youth Group Reflects on ACYF
Dynamic and Exciting... spoke to me as someone who is trying to
figure my place in the world.
Bishop Greg O’Kelly, Fathers Harold My favourite topic was on ethics and what
Camonias and Hau Le along with type of person you wanted to be and the
Sr Sheela Thomas, Deacon Brenton talk on mental health was a very close
Mortimer and the diocesan youth second.
ministry group, the Port Pirie Outback
Pilgrims, have represented our diocese by You could really feel the power of the Holy
successfully taking part in the bi-annual, Spirit surging through the young people
Australian Catholic Youth Festival which of Australia during the plenary sessions –
was superbly hosted by the Perth Catholic A beacon of hope in the world.
Archdiocese in December of 2019. Kate Green
around Australia, complete strangers I have loved every moment of ACYF19,
who we bonded instantly, the joy just as it was an amazing chance to develop
automatically overflowed. stronger connections not only with God,
Christ and the Holy Spirit but also with the
When many like-minded, God loving young Catholics from around the diocese
youth who are searching for the Lord and the wider Australian community.
come together, then surely God will not
Fundraising disappoint. This is my inspiration as we Both of my ACYF experiences came at
conclude Youth Ministry in 2019 and this times I found myself distant from God,
A most rewarding aspect of the prep work and they truly helped me find my way
for the festival was the fundraising phase. is still my inspiration as we enter 2020.
back to Him.
Every parish of the diocese contributed Let the joy of the Lord be found,
in various ways confirming the regard experienced and shared by the Youth. I’ve gained a better understanding of
the youth of the diocese are held in We pray that in our own little ways, we Catholic values and how to implement
throughout. A notable gesture would be become instruments for its fulfilment. them through worship, plenary sessions
the donation of the prizes. Local artists Thank you Lord and thank you young and other activities.
Name and Name both donated a fabulous people, for the gift of faith! David Green
painting and another prize came from John
Lastname of Port Lincoln who donated a Selina Munday This ACYF has been a fantastic opportunity
coveted collection of handcrafted wooden to recharge and reconnect after a busy
ACYF is always an experience I will
toys to the prize pool which was won by year. It has been wonderful to share a
treasure forever. I treat this trip as a new
Anne-Marie Orvad, pictured below. space with so many like-minded people,
beginning and the next chapter of my
ready to absorb wisdom and discuss the
faith journey. I have sincerely enjoyed
future of the Church in Australia,
reconnecting with the rest of the Port Pirie
Diocese and meeting some new youth. I attended the plenary sessions, some
excellent workshops, explored the expo
The talks were incredibly inspiring and the
and had discussions on a vast array of
music was beautiful, Perth itself is amazing
topics with a range of different people.
and the pilgrimage was great. Adoration
is always a highlight on each trip. What Kylan Beech
I will remember the most though is those
ACYF Perth was a great experience. To get
times we were all singing together.
away from home with a bunch of loving
This year was my 3rd ACYF and I hope to kind people that are going to get closer to
attend in 2021 their faith and have fun was refreshing.
I look forward to telling others about my I loved our chants and silly dancing in the
Fr Harold Camonias experience in Perth and am excited for the streets, it helped us to bond and become
“All smiling, all singing, all with joy!” This future. closer.
was the scene after the closing Mass inside Annie Maloney The whole experiance helped me to realise
the public bus transporting all 17 of us how special our faith is and what it can
My second ACYF has been amazing. Such
from Trinity College to our hotel. Mind do for us.
a wonderful group of people.
you, we didn’t go straight to the hotel,
Zoe Maloney
we stopped and had instant fellowship Singing together brought great joy within
at McDonalds with other pilgrims from the group. The theme this year really ACYF19 was amazing. The music and
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discussions has expanded my view on the and down the streets of Perth and singing
Catholic community. I have met some with all the great artists that performed at
amazing people and now have friends for ACYF.
life.
Louise Stavrou
I was given the opportunity to present gifts
ACYF #4 was full of opportunities
at the closing Mass, while backstage I met
including adoration, Mass, Taize, music,
some remarkable people who are devoted
workshops, expo, bishop exchanges, which
to God and the teachings of Jesus. One
is where people have an opportunity to
day hope I can do the same. I definitely
want to attend ACYF21. and in life with ask questions to bishops.
God’s providence and grace in the journey A memorable moment for me was meeting
of hope. up with the MGLs who visit and engage
Peta Nicholson with our diocese from time-to-time. I
even got a selfie with the two Sisters who
ACYF has by far been one of the best competed in the Amazing Race!
adventures of my life!
Truthfully, in recent months I had lost
I was struck by the special connections my faith. That was of course until I got to
each person shared with one another at know my fellow pilgrims. I was given the
our trip’s end. Special bonds were formed opportunity to perform music and bring
whether it was through being in the same our group together through song. It was
youth ministry group or as complete here that I honestly felt the Holy Spirit.
strangers sharing a strong love of God over To my fellow pilgrims, thank you all for
a cheeseburger at Maccas. the memories. This has been a trip of a
From the silence of adoration to the lifetime. Bring on 2021! God bless!
screaming of everyone singing together, it Liam Matacin-O’Neil As always a highlight is being able to
was truly a beautiful experience. support and be with the young people as
Overall, I had an amazing time singing they grow to share their faith and energy
Sr Sheela Thomas SSAM with new and old mates throughout with us all.
ACYF 2019 was a God experience for ACYF 2019. It was a great experience
me and the youngsters with whom I meeting new people and the banter within
traveled were fabulous. I thought it had the group was fantastic. I feel blessed that
a great theme ‘Listen to What the Spirit I was able to share this with the people I
is Saying’. It provided a great platform care about and I know who care just as
to see that our Church is still alive and much as I do. Looking forward to 2021 to
witnessing, to look in and voice out, to create more happy memories.
connect ourselves with God, Church, and Katri Stavrou
community, to pray, to discern, to listen,
to participate and to be joyful. Attending ACYF for the second time has
been great a experience, I got to catch up
Thanking all who made it possible for me with lots of friends from our Diocese and
to attend such a gracious event.
beyond. It’s a way to express ourselves in
Blake Brougham song, prayer and sharing stories of faith,
belonging and most important - silence! Deacon elect Brenton Mortimer was
ACYF was an unbelievable experience and photographed in Perth participating in the
what I needed to reintroduce myself to I had many highlights, singing to bus ACYF19
God. drivers, in McDonalds, while walking up
The entire South Australian contingency, representing the Adelaide Archdiocese and the Port Pirie Diocese with Bishop Greg
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Catholic Education
Educational Leadership
in the Josephite
Christian Leadership Award
Each year St Joseph’s School, Port Lincoln, This year the recipients of this prestigious
Tradition presents the Christian Leadership Award in
Sister Catherine Mead R.S.J memory of John Loller, to students at the End award were:
of Year Liturgy. This year awards were given
Sister Catherine Mead rsj was conferred in the following year levels, Years 6, 7 and 12. Year 6: Sheridan Graske & Oscar Hamilton-
with the award of Doctor of Education Reid
Award recipients are recognised as young
from The University of Notre Dame
people who provide an excellent example and Year 7: Eden Scott & Bryce Hammond
Australia (Fremantle) in December. The
title of the thesis Educational Leadership in are able to reach out to others by offering help,
the Josephite Tradition, featured research friendship and support when needed. Year 12: Kate Green & Angus Wheadon
undertaken in six schools conducted in the
Josephite tradition. Three schools in the
Port Pirie Diocese generously participated
in the research. Sister Catherine has been
appointed to the Catholic Education Office
in Darwin as Leader of Catholic Identity in
the Northern Territory. Sister Catherine’s
formation as a Josephite and educator
has been significantly
influenced by the school
and faith communities
in the Port Pirie Diocese.
Catherine was formally
principal of St. Joseph’s,
Caritas College Celebrate Thanksgiving Mass
Port Lincoln, and Caritas
College, Port Augusta.
RIGHT...Recipients of the Christian Leadership The 2019 Mass of Thanksgiving was with us highlighted through ritual and
Award are pictured with Principal, Dr Sandra celebrated by the Caritas College prayer. The opening procession was a
Hewson on the far right and John’s daughter,
Carmen Whittle who presents this award each community on Friday, beautiful illustration of the
year on behalf of her family. November 15, led opportunities our Reception
by Father Khalid to Year 12 School provides,
and Father Jim. The with our Reception students
occasion welcomed accompanying the Graduates.
families and students and provided During Mass our junior students sang a
the opportunity to reflect on the many tribute to the Year 12 students and they
blessings we have received over the were presented with a candle to remind
past year. During the Mass, our 2019 them always of the goodness in their life
Graduates, were honoured as students and of the light of Christ which dwells
of Caritas College and their journey within.
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pp.catholic.org.au 11Rite of Christ ian “The Lord is my Strength and my Shield.”
Initiation of Adults Psalms 28:7
Matthew Collins was welcomed into -
full communion with the Catholic
Church at Crystal Brook. Matthew was
baptised as a baby in Queensland and on
Sunday, December 22 he made his first
Reconciliation, was Confirmed and made
his first Holy Communion. Fr Jimmy
Pantin was the officiating priest and John
Slattery was his sponsor. A morning tea
was held after the Mass.
Young Jack Venning was recently Baptised
by Father Brian Mathews at St James the
Apostle Church in Jamestown. Celebrated
by parents Andrew and Debbie Venning,
Godparents Matthew Wilson and Donna
Kelly, siblings, family and friends.
ABOVE...Vaughan Travis Tutor ( born 18.11.2019) Parents Hazel and BJ Tutor presented
their first child for baptism at Our Lady’s Church, Whyalla on January 19. Fr Francis
Sacrament
Montero celebrated the sacrament since he married Hazel and BJ last January 2019 in Cebu,
Philippines.
of Marriage
RIGHT...Early November 2019, two
families joined in Jamestown to celebrate
the Sacrament of Marriage between Alison
Dinham and James Kelly. Surrounded
by their closest family and friends, Alison
and James Kelly were married by Fr Brian
Mathews at St James the Apostle Church
in Jamestown.
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Nation Endures Catastrophic Disaster Having experienced loss in such profound
ways during His life Jesus understands
the losses experienced by so many in the
bushfires sweeping our nation. And so
today we look to the Scriptures for words
of comfort, words of consolation, words
of hope and words of healing for all those
confronting the devastation, destruction
and despair.
We pray that the immense and
catastrophic losses being endured by so
many across Australia will be enveloped
by the dawn of new beginnings, the
grace of healing, the renewal of hope, the
rebuilding of lives, families, communities
and the natural environment. May those
in communities and regions affected by
Devasatating scenes over Kangeroo Island as a community struggles with the loss. Photo: ABC bushfires be surrounded by the love of
their families, the care of compassionate
Television, radio, newspapers and social homes, their farms, livestock and pets, friends, the resources of communities and
media are bringing the story of the tragedy businesses and jobs. Communities have governments and the prayers and support
and the immensity of the bushfire crisis lost valuable infrastructure, including of people across the nation both now and
ravaging our nation into our living rooms, sporting clubs and schools, large tracts as they walk the long road of recovery in
our cars, to our phones and computers. of natural habitats and possibly as many the days, months and years ahead.
Millions of words have been spoken
as a million native animals. Some people
about the bushfires. One word that we’ve
have lost hope with health practitioners
heard time and again is the word lost.
warning that the emotional trauma and Fr Steve Ardill
Individuals, families, communities and
our nation at large have lost so much. anguish experienced by people will take
There has been the tragic loss of life. On years to heal. And doubtless too some
the Kangaroo Island firegrounds twenty- people will have lost faith. Amidst the fury
two firefighters have been injured. People and devastation of the fires people have
and families have lost their friends, their lost so much.
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pp.catholic.org.au 13E.P. Woman’s Retreat Tumby Bay for a wonderful Retreat led by Mass on each of the two days was such
Fr. Tom Gleeson from the Willunga Parish. a beautiful, spiritual blessing to all those
During the weekend, Father Tom encouraged gathered.
us to take time out to reflect and meditate on
God in all that has been created in this great We are very grateful to the Josephite Rural
universe of ours. His deep and beautiful Ministry and Catholic Religious Aust. for
spirituality is very much a product of his
many years living with, and learning from, helping to sponsor our Retreat. It has allowed
the indigenous people on their land in the us to keep the cost per person unchanged for
Kimberley. His own life stories reflected his next year. And of course, a huge thank you
love of God in all people and all of creation. to Fr. Tom for travelling from Willunga and
All thirty-two women went home challenged sharing his sense of humour, wisdom and
On November 9th & 10th 2019, 32 women
to look differently at the world around them, spirituality with us.
from Tumby Bay, Pt. Lincoln, Cummins and and to discover the heartbeat of life which is
Wudinna gathered at Trinity Haven near the heartbeat of the divine and eternal. Mary Westlake
EVERY MEMBER UNITED, EMU MARCH AT COOBER PEDY
On Friday, 22nd November, the community
of Coober Pedy joined together in support of
families suffering through domestic violence.
The march, coordinated by Uniting Country
SA, was entitled `Emu White Ribbon March`
as both the male and female parents in the emu
family work together as partners in nourishing
and protecting their young. The logo was
drawn by a local indigenous man, Billie. The
march was supported by locals, the District
Council, NGOs, SAPOL and industry leaders.
Fr Paul Crotty
DIOCESAN AGED CARE FACILITIES PORT PIRIE AND WALLAROO
Diocesan Business and Finance Manager,
Mr Cosimo De Cianni is currently Acting
General Manager of St Joseph’s House in
Port Pirie and Star of the Sea Aged Care
Facility in Wallaroo since the conclusion
of Ms Darilyn Cowling’s contract in
December. Important matters concerning
residencies should be directed to Cosimo
on 08 8632 0552. Residents and other
stakeholders will be updated with progress
on filling the position.
Star of the Sea have recently purchased a new Mr Cosimo De Cianni, Diocesan Business
fleet of cars to better service their needs and Finance Manager
14The Witness February 2020
Young Christian Students
At the last YCS (Young Christian Students)
gathering in Jamestown for 2019, Bridget
Kennelly, a diocesan Catholic school teacher,
shared some of her experiences from her time
in Kiribati. She has been there for 12 months
and is home for a few weeks before she goes
back again. We really admire what she is
doing.
Port Broughton’s youngest attendees at
After Bridget spoke with us, Fr Brian Mathews
showed us how to make candles. He had Mass, Joseph, left and Veronica Stringer.
Christmas tree moulds all set up and helped
us to pour wax using different colours. It was BBQ AT BROUGHTON
really interesting and the students very much On Sunday, December 15, the Pt
enjoyed it.
Broughton community gathered down
We look forward to having another session in by the beach after Mass for a shared
2020.
Barbeque lunch. Veronica and Joseph,
Sr Kerry Keenan our youngest members, Really enjoyed
the day. Peter Button and John Arbon
were great chefs.
Matilda, left, Austin, Sam, Jack, Ruby and Top, Bridget Kennelly talks with the class.
Peter Button and John Arbon were on the
Westcoast Men’s Reflection Day 2019
Abbie stand proudly with their candles next Middle, Jack O’Dea. Above, Fr Brian with
to Fr Brian Tia Moss and Mia Hyland. tongs
On Saturday, October 19th, 2019, 18 Fr Kevin brought everybody into the The day finished with Mass and afterwards
men gathered for the Westcoast Men’s discussions with important spiritual everyone shared a barbeque, a beer and
Reflection Day . information and as the day progressed,
everyone was invited to have their timeout together.
Held at Redcliffs [30kms north of Pt.
Lincoln], the day kicked off at 9.45am and own Reconciliation session with Fr Kevin. Many thanks to Fr. Kevin and everyone
was led by Fr Kevin Matthews. It was the most relaxed I have ever felt in who attend.
I found this day to be an opportunity to Reconciliation and I thank Fr Kevin for
discuss and review men’s spiritual health. his guidance. Others felt the same. Spencer Adamson
pp.catholic.org.au 15OLOR Farewell Andrea
Our Lady of the River parish recently said For the past year Andrea has been secretary
goodbye to young professional Andrea of the Parish Council and a member of
Fairlie. the Diocesan Youth Ministry Planning
Andrea moved to the Riverland five Committee where again she dedicated her
years ago and immediately introduced time to attending meetings and organising
herself. She became active in the Parish events.
by involving herself in our local St Francis To celebrate Andrea’s time with us, a
Xavier’s family and quickly became part of farewell Mass was held in her honour at
the community. Barmera and was attended by parishioners
She joined the Youth and Family Ministry from all over the Riverland. We shared a
team and over the years helped organise lovely morning tea after Mass.
many events such as FFF (Faith, Food, Fun)
We thank Andrea for sharing her time
and YAGS (Young Adults Group). She
with us and we wish her all the best as
was present at many planning committee
she moves back to Adelaide to further her
meetings particularly organising the MGL
career. She will be missed by all.
(Missionaries of God’s Love) team visits to
the region. Louise Stavrou
Cathedral Receives A Facelift
New Guttering
The Cathedral underwent some cosmetic
work in recent weeks. Overseen by team
leader Glen Woodman, pictured below,
Yourtown completed the job to a very high
standard.
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16The Witness February 2020
Santo Niño: An Expression of Family Mass
Faith and Culture 18/01/2020
Whether in Cebu, Port Pirie, Roxby Filipinos at Roxby Downs celebrated, in a
Downs or in the remote corners of the
modest way, the Filipino fiesta of the Holy
world, Filipinos always find ways to
showcase their faith and culture. This year, Child with Mass and a meal.
Motor Mission History Family Mass at St Mary of the Angels
Church in Port Lincoln
Spalding end of year Mass 1974 or 75
Sister Elizabeth Morris RSJ has previously Mr John Kitschke read the first lesson and Mrs
appealed for information about the early P Redden the second.
motor missions in our diocese. As the book is
One of the highlights was the Folk Group made
in its final stages this is a final appeal.
up of guitarists and musicians from the five
Seeking specifically a photo of Sisters Edwin surrounding parishes. They were led by Sister
and Patrice with the Holden in 1960, and any Michele and played from the back of one of
knowledge about how the car was financed. the local trucks. Sister Dorothy McMahon of
Also any further information about the end of St Joseph’s Convent School at Gladstone was
year Mass at Spalding. one of the guitarists, as was Annette Marner
from Wirrabara who has since been on many a
At the end of 1974 or 1975 between 400 stage as an ABC Radio announcer.
and 500 people from the five parishes of
Georgetown, Jamestown, Spalding, Burra and Please contact,
Snowtown parishes where Sisters Bernadette Sister Elizabeth Morris RSJ, 43 Tutt Avenue,
and Michele conducted their Motor Mission, KINGSWOOD SA 5062
gathered at Spalding for an open-air end of year
Mass celebrated by Father Kevin Matthews. liz-morris@bigpond.com
pp.catholic.org.au 17Centacare Provides Christmas Relief
Almost 1000 Christmas hampers were Darlene Wyatt travelled to Peterborough A Christmas Relief Distribution Centre
distributed to many towns across our to deliver hampers. Port Pirie worked is established for one week in December
diocese. Centacare staff coordinated this with staff and volunteers from St Vincent for collection of hampers and a selection
effort working with other agencies and de Paul, where again it was well run of toys. All agencies volunteer staff to
groups. and organized. Samuel Harris capably participate in running the centre across
Northern Region managed the deliveries to Coober Pedy. this week to engage with clients through
250 hampers were provided throughout the There were indeed some lessons learnt hamper collection, toy selection, toy
northern region. Port Augusta volunteers surrounding the logistics but all-in-all staff wrapping and delivery where required.
from All Saints Catholic Church and embraced the project and the feedback we
Port Lincoln
Caritas College assisted Centacare staff received has been extremely positive.
in packing fresh food and delivering the Whyalla 100 hampers were provided to Port
hampers to their destination. A sausage Lincoln with Centacare being the major
sizzle was provided by the Catholic 560 hampers and toys were provided in provider of Christmas relief.
Church with cold watermelon and water Whyalla. Approximately 150kg of fresh
food and vegetables were provided to Ceduna
also made available. Ally Patterson created
the ambiance with the use of her music those seeking hampers. 80 hampers were delivered at Ceduna
equipment playing Christmas Carols in In 2019 Centacare Country SA again
the background. The day went extremely coordinated the purchase and allocation
smoothly and included a visit by Santa of hampers on behalf of the Whyalla
which the children very much enjoyed. Community Support agencies which
Thanks also to Anne Rosewarne who took include Foodbank, The Salvation Army,
some photographs on the day which will Anglicare Whyalla, Uniting Care Wesley
be provided to families. Country SA, The Uniting Church,
The Northern line locations had Russell Housing SA, ADRA and St Vincent De
Keneally and Isabel Garcia deliver Paul. Toys were collected from various Metal Fabrication
hampers over two days and the Salvation “wishing trees” and the Whyalla Christmas & Construction Engineering
Army in Port Augusta provided toys for Pageant Toy Run to complement the
the children. Bernadette Wauchope and hampers.
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Mobile: 0418 810 015
21 George Street, Port Pirie
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Booleroo Centre Parish - Fr Ramel Morales PP Port Lincoln Parish - Fr Ben Mkuchu PP
Phone 8667 2020 | booleroocentre@bigpond.com Phone 8682 3725 | smoa@bigpond.net.au
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
6.00pm Vigil 8.30am 10.30am LWWHC Port Lincoln SAT 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm
2nd February Peterborough Booleroo Laura Orroroo SUN 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am
9th February Booleroo Orroroo Peterborough Laura Coffin Bay SUN 6.00pm
16th February Peterborough Wirrabara Pekina Booleroo Port Pirie Parish - Fr Jimmy Pantin Administrator
23rd February Peterborough Orroroo Booleroo Wirrabara Phone 8632 3977 | cathedralpirie@bigpond.com
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
1st March Peterborough Booleroo Laura Orroroo
Cathedral SAT 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm
8th March Booleroo Orroroo Peterborough Laura SUN 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am
15th March Peterborough Wirrabara Pekina Booleroo Solomontown SUN 5.00pm 5.00pm 5.00pm 5.00pm 5.00pm
Crystal Brook SUN 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am
22nd March Peterborough Orroroo Booleroo Wirrabara
Redhill SUN 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am
29th March Wirrabara Booleroo Orroroo Peterborough
Quorn Parish - Fr Harold Camonias PP
Cleve Parish - Fr Leon Quinn PP Phone 8648 6185 | flinderscath04@yahoo.com
Phone 8628 2189 | stvincentcleve@bigpond.com 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Quorn SUN 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am
Cleve SAT 6.00pm 6.00pm Carrieton SAT 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm
SUN 9.00am* 11.00am 8.30am Hawker SUN 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am
Wudinna SAT 6.00pm Leigh Creek 18th Aug 4.00pm 1st Sept 5.00pm 6th Oct 5pm
SUN 8.30am 9.00am* 11.00am 8.30am
Kimba SAT 6.00pm Roxby Downs Parish - Fr Francis Montero PP
SUN 11.00am 8.30am 9.00am* 11.00am 0412 362 197
Cowell SAT 6.00pm Sr Pat Hogan | Phone 8671 0499
SUN 9.00am* 11.00am 8.30am 5.00pm roxbydownscatholic@pp.catholic.org.au
*Liturgy of the Word with Holy Communion Lutheran Church – Pioneer Drive
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
Coober Pedy Parish - Fr Paul Crotty PP | Phone 8672 5011 Roxby Downs SAT 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm
inlandmission.cp@pp.catholic.org.au Woomera Visit: www.pp.catholic.org.au/about-our-parishes/woomera
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
Coober Pedy SAT 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm Streaky Bay Parish - Fr Steve Ardill PP
SUN 10.00am 10.00am 10.00am 10.00am 10.00am Phone 0427 159 734 | sb-ccathpar@bigpond.com
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
Cummins Parish - Fr Kevin Matthews PP | Phone 8676 2194 Streaky Bay SUN 11.00am 11.00am 11.00am 11.00am 11.00am
Mob 0428 282 189 | cumminsparish@pp.catholic.org.au Ceduna SUN 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Chandada SUN 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am
Cummins SUN 10.30am 8.00am 10.30am 8.00am 10.30am Smoky Bay Phone 8626 1025
Tumby Bay SUN 8.00am 10.30am 8.00am 10.30am 5.00pm Wirrulla Phone 8626 1025
Elliston SUN 5.00pm 5.00pm 5.00pm 5.00pm 8.00am
Port Neill EASTER & CHRISTMAS ONLY Whyalla Parish - Fr Paul Quirk PP
8645 8023 | whyalla@pp.catholic.org.au
Jamestown Parish - Fr Brian Mathews PP 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
Phone 8664 1056 | stjames.cath.jamestown@outlook.com St Teresa’s SAT 6pm 6pm 6pm 6pm 6pm
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th SUN 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am
Jamestown SAT 7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm 7.00pm Our Lady’s SUN 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am
SUN 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am SUN 5.30pm 5.30pm 5.30pm 5.30pm 5.30pm
Burra SUN 11.00am 11.00am 11.00am 11.00am 11.00am
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Our Lady of the River Parish - Fr Paul Bourke PP
Gladstone SUN 9.30am 9.30am 9.30am 9.30am 9.30am Phone 8582 1894 | olor@bigpond.com
Mgr Arthur Hackett - Phone 8664 1056 | ajbhackett@bigpond.com Fr Cletus Mloka | Phone 0484 562 612 | cmloka@gmail.com
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th
Kadina Parish - Fr Matthew Newman PP Berri SAT 6.30pm 6.30pm
Phone 8821 3943 | sacheart@internode.on.net SUN 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Barmera SUN 6.00pm 11.00am 6.00pm 11.00am 6.00pm
Wallaroo SAT 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm Waikerie SAT 6.00pm 6.00pm
Moonta SUN 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am SUN 11.00am 11am 11am
Kadina SUN 10.00am 10.00am 10.00am 10.00am 10.00am Morgan SAT 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm
Port Broughton SUN 12.00pm 12.00pm 12.00pm 12.00pm 12.00pm SUN 9.00am 9.00am
Loxton Phone 8588 2452
Port Augusta Parish - Fr Jim Monaghan PP SUN 11.00am 6.00pm 11.00am 6.00pm 11.00am
Phone 8642 2847 | allsaints.pt.a@bigpond.com Renmark Phone 8582 1894
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th SAT 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm
Port Augusta SAT 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm SUN 9.00am 9.00am
SUN 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am 10.30am
Wilmington SUN 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am 8.30am
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