Church grants plenary indulgence for year of St. Joseph The Apostolic Penitentiary issues a Decree granting plenary indulgences for the year of St. Joseph proclaimed by Pope Francis on Tuesday. The special year will last from 8 December 2020 to 8 December 2021. By Vatican News staff writer Pope Francis on Tuesday announced a special year dedicated to St. Joseph starting from 8 December 2020 until 8 December 2021, on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the proclamation of St. Joseph as the Patron of the Universal Church, as well as the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Our Lady.
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Both Father Stan and Tony Melendez (who has no arms and plays the guitar with his feet) have been to our previous Eucharistic Conventions.  They have come together to produce this beautiful video production – “You are my God” I invite you to watch it Deacon Mark  
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Dear Deacon Mark Rivalland On this All Souls Day 2020, could you please ask people to pray for the repose of the souls of our dearly Beloved parents: The late William Livingstone Fletcher who had attended the Eucharistic Convention from 2001 – 2011 The late Noreen Antonette Fletcher had attended the Eucharistic Convention from 2001 – 2018  Could we also ask that people also pray for all deceased souls who have supported and attended these conventions over the past 27 years? Our precious mum and dad loved the Eucharistic Convention. They attended from the time they immigrated to this beautiful
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“Pope Francis’ convictions are the convictions of the gospel”, a new Maltese bishop has said.     “Francis is the best, most beautiful and best expression of the gospel” Father Anton Teuma was named by Pope Francis June 17 as the new Bishop of Gozo, the second-largest island in the Maltese archipelago.   The bishop-elect spoke June 28 on the Maltese program In Depth, and was specifically asked how he personally felt about Pope Francis’ forthright views on topics such as immigration, racism, homosexuality and the environment, which although anchored in the tradition, have sometimes raised the ire of more conservative Catholics. “Pope
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The Eucharistic Convention is all about evangelisation. The fruits of this annual event are truly remarkable. The Holy Spirit is very much present at these conventions in a special way; it is an event like no other and one we want to continue with all we have to offer to the good Lord.  Can you help? Can you “evangelise” with us? If so share your ideas with me so “together” we can make a difference. Deacon Mark Rivalland EMAIL: [email protected] ————————————–     SOURCE:  catholicnewsagency.com By Courtney Mares Vatican City, Oct 14, 2020 / 07:00 am MT (CNA).- Pope Francis called
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Both ordained today at St Benedict’s Church Auckland, by Emeritus Bishop of Hamilton, Bishop Denis Brown.   DEACON BRENDAN                       FATHER ROGER     May the Lord bless you abundantly for your generosity on offering your life of service to His Church   Deacon Mark FATHER ROGER GILBRIDE FSSP
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It is interesting to note Roger Gilbride toured our country in 2013 making people aware of the dangers associated in legalizing euthanasia. His efforts paid dividends, the bill failed. Well done Roger, we congratulate you on your courage and determination and are thrilled to witness your ordination to the Catholic Priesthood some seven years later. Old Hairy Legs never gives up, once more euthanasia is a hot topic with the End of Life Choice referendum on our option list this election. We all have a responsibility to do the right thing, God help us all. I share the Timaru Herald
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Dear attendees and friends of the Eucharistic Convention Bishop Denis Browne, Emeritus Bishop of Hamilton, will ordain Deacon Roger Gilbride, FSSP, to the priesthood and Mr Brendan Boyce, FSSP, to the diaconate on Saturday, October 3 2020, with the Mass starting at 10.30am. Some may remember American singer Annie Karto encouraging our local “Young and Prolife Group” to get up on the stage with her to share some of their music with the audience.  Roger Gilbride was part of that group so he has a tangible connection with our Eucharistic Convention. See the video below of the groups performance that
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