Our Lady of the Mission

Next Sunday is: 14th June Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

Greetings and peace be with you.

Fr Errol and I warmly welcome you here at Our Lady of the Mission, Whitford Parish, parishioners and visitors alike. We pray and hope that you feel truly safe and at home in this our place of prayer, worship and personal encounter with our risen Lord. May the Holy Spirit ever pray in us more than we can ever imagine and bind us together in the love of our Heavenly Father. Over fifty years, Whitford Catholic Parish remains home to dozens of nationalities represented by our parishioners and frequent visitors. We take pride in our young people; those in our parish primary and secondary schools, those enrolled in our Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) and our parish youth group. They are not just our future Church but a vital part of our Church today and now. We value these our young people and endeavour to have their voices heard at every level of our administrative and pastoral engagements. We are ever grateful to the many individuals and groups that volunteer in various ministries of our parish life. To one and all, know that you are valued and appreciated in your own right. We cannot be what we are without you. Together, we continue to seek ways in which we can generously respond to that universal call to holiness of life in our families, parish community and in the society at large. I invite you and all your loved ones to be purposeful in this resolve. We must leave no one behind, those within and those on the peripheries. As always, Fr. Errol and I thank one and all of you for your ongoing prayers, concern, encouragement and support. Rest assured of our daily thoughts and prayers. We entrust you and yours, into the powerful intercessions of our Blessed Virgin Mother of Good counsel, and into those of St Joseph, patron of the universal Church.

Fr Cyprian M Shikokoti - Parish Priest.

Monday 8th June

NO MASS

Feast Day:

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Tuesday 9th June

Church 7am & 9am

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Wednesday 10th June

Church 7am & 9am

Feast Day:

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Thursday 11th June

Church 7am & 9am

Feast Day: Saint Barnabas

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Friday 12th June

Church 7am & 9am

Feast Day: The Most Sacred

Heart Jesus

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Saturday 13th June

Church 8am & 6.30pm

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Sunday 14th June

Church 8am, 10am & 5.45pm

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Kiswahili Mass: 2.30pm,

First Sunday of every month

Introduction The Lord gives himself as food for

our hungry, yearning soul. The Body and Blood of

the risen Lord are true food and drink, given to us

that we might live for ever.

First Reading: Deuteronomy 8:2-3. 14b-16a

The people wandering in the desert learn from Moses that they are being put to the test, yet even in their seamlessly endless journey they are cared for by the Lord.

Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

Paul teaches the meaning of Communion; that

in the Eucharist we are united, sharing the passion

of the Lord.

Gospel: John 6:51-58

In Jesus we are drawn into the life of God – the bread and wine in which we participate brings us into the life of the Lord himself and brings us to eternal life.

Antiphon to the Psalm:

Praise the Lord, Jerusalem.

Adsumus is an invitation to welcome the Holy Spirit’s divine guidance, unity, and wisdom into our church gatherings. In today’s Corpus Christi readings, we encounter two foundational Biblical experiences: the Israelites’ escape from Egypt, sustained by manna in the wilderness, and the early Christians’ experience of the Eucharist and their call to bring this ‘living bread’ to the world.

Put simply, ‘Adsumus’ is Latin for ‘Here we are’ or ‘We stand before you.’ It is an ancient Catholic prayer to the Holy Spirit, traditionally accredited to St. Isidore of Seville in the 7th century.

It is a prayer that has been used for centuries in Church councils and synods. It notably opened every session of the Second Vatican Council (1962–1965) and was recently adopted to guide discernment at Pope Francis’ Synod on Synodality (2021–2024).

As we gather here today, let us take some time to deepen our understanding of this prayer by reflecting on the third line of the Adsumus prayer:

‘Teach us the way we must go and how we are to pursue it.’

These words invite us to ask the Holy Spirit for the divine guidance, unity, and wisdom we need for our church gatherings.

May this prayer remind us that truly fruitful Adsumus-inspired gatherings rely on thoughtful inclusion, attentive listening, and confident trust in the Spirit’s guidance.

This week, we begin the third week of our parish’s Adsumus initiative—inviting the Holy Spirit’s guidance, unity, and wisdom into our church gatherings. As we celebrate Corpus Christi, our readings recall two key biblical moments: the Israelites’ escape from Egypt, sustained by manna in the wilderness, and the early Christians’ experience of the Eucharist and their call to share Jesus’ ‘living bread’ with love and friendship.

Today we turn to the second line of the Adsumus prayer: ‘With you alone to guide us, make yourself at home in our hearts.’ We are reminded that Adsumus invites the Spirit to move our hearts and bring the prayer to life as we make it our own.

It is important to remember that Adsumus does not transform us without our awareness. Instead, it is a companion for our shared journey.

This Trinity Sunday, the mystery of God’s love invites each of our hearts to bring Adsumus to life in our community.

Please offer your prayers this week for Mel Nerva, Francis Cheng, Maria Serparavich, Le Huu Tu, Do Thu Giang, Peter Nguyen, Rahcel Fielding all souls in purgatory, those doctors, nurses and carers who have died while helping victims of accidents, disease and warfare, our recently departed loved ones and those whose anniversaries occur around this time.

The Scriptures today remind us that “we, many though we are, are one body for we all partake of the one loaf.” How are we using our gifts of time and talent to buildup the Body of Christ?

We would love to meet you. Please introduce yourself to our priests Fr. Cyp and Fr. Errol.

Our Lady of the Mission parishioners are the heart of our Catholic community; here in Craigie and it surrounding suburbs. Our members gather in faith to worship, receive the sacraments; and grow as followers of Jesus Christ. From many cultural backgrounds, ages and all walks of life, we remain united in a shared desire to live out the Gospel, support one another, and serve in our local community and beyond.

As members of Our Lady of the Mission, our parishioners participate in Mass, contribute their time and talents, support our ministries, and strive to bring Christs love into their homes, workplaces and our community. Whether lifelong parishioners, new or returning, or those still exploring the faith – each parishioner plays a vital role in building up our vibrant, welcoming, and Spirit-filled community.

If you are not on our parish records, please consider filling up one of our census cards at the information desk and deposit it any of the collection boxes or hand it to any of our priests at Mass. Let us all be part of Our Lady of the Mission ongoing story. God bless!

1. New Planned Giving Cycle: If you have been thinking of joining our planned giving program, now would be a good time to start as the new financial year starts on weekend of 4th/5th July 2026. If you join the parish planned giving program, then you are planning to support our parish financially. By committing to give your nominated amount, our Parish Finance Council (PFC) are then able to plan for our upcoming projects and the day-to-day running of the parish. Kindly consider joining by filling in a direct debit form from the information desk or contact the parish office Tuesday-Friday; 9.00am-4.00pm for assistance.

2. Where does your money go? 1st Collection, Easter and Christmas Offering Envelopes money goes to the support our parish priests’ living expenses. Every six months, an assessment is done by the Perth Catholic Church Office and a percentage of the 1st collection goes into supporting priests in smaller and country parish communities. 2nd Collection, planned giving envelopes and direct debit money is used to maintain our parish Church, parish centre, presbytery, pay parish office staff wages, bills, insurances, major parish projects and relevant council rates. You can join at any time by filling in a pledge card/form at the information desk.

3. Parish Monthly Healing Mass: Our next Healing Mass will be on Saturday 27th June 2026 at 8.00am. Please plan to join us for prayer and anointing of the sick; and remember to invite your family and friends to come along.

4. RCIA 2026/27 Program: Are you a non-Catholic or a Catholic yet to complete your Sacraments of initiation; Eucharist and Confirmation? Would you like to know the process of becoming a full member of God’s family in the Catholic Church? If your answer is yes, please consider joining us for an inquiry evening on Thursday, 25th June 2026 at 7.00pm in the parish centre. For more detail, contact our parish RCIA Coordinator Mr. Thomas Loreck on 0417 997 254 / tomloreck@gmail.com or contact Fr Cyprian directly. We look forward to journeying with you to Easter 2027 and beyond.

5. Many thanks from the Whitford St. Vincent de Paul: We are most thankful for help for those living in financial crises, via your donations to the poor box and our non-perishable food hamper in the church porch. Recycled clothing, shoes & blankets may also be placed in our blue bins near the presbytery car-park. Surplus furniture in good condition may be collected from your home by phoning 6323 7500. We also will welcome more members (see our brochures in the porch rack) and your prayers to help our work among those struggling with difficult lives.

6. Eucharist Adoration: Seeking someone to sit with Jesus, 11am-12pm and 12pm-1pm each Wednesday for 2 months. Please contact 0407 471 256 if you can offer your help. Thank you & God Bless.

7. Legion of Mary and Auxiliaries: A Legion of Mary Mass will take place every second Saturday at the 8am Mass. Please join us, all are welcome to attend.

8. The Word Among Us: JUNE 2026 - Spend just 10 minutes a day with The Word Among Us, and you will learn how to love God, others and self. Available from the back of the Church and the Parish Office at a cost of $5. Let us embrace God’s Word and listen to Him.

9. Line Dancing at OLM: Please join us for some fun on Tuesdays and Fridays @ 10.30am in the Parish Hall. Come and join the fun with Tom and Alma. No experience required. All welcome.

10. Pastoral visits: Weekly pastoral visits conducted by Fathers Cyprian and Fr Errol can be made by invitation to our sick and home-bound parishioners. On their visits, they bring prayer, sacraments of Reconciliation, Anointing of the sick, Holy Communion; and certainly, a listening ear. Please call one of our priests should you benefit or know somebody who would benefit from such a visit. Contact numbers on front of newsletter.

11. Rosary for World Peace: Please come and join the Rosary group, on Tuesday evening at 5pm, to say the Rosary for peace in the world. The Pope has asked all Catholics to pray this very powerful prayer for peace in our troubled world.

12. The Divine Mercy Ministry: The members of this Ministry pray for the sick and the dying. Please send names of family and friends, if you want them to be lifted up in prayer, via text or message to 0410 289 725.

13. The Divine Mercy Chaplet and Prayers: Are recited each Saturday in our Church at the 8.00am Mass after benediction. All welcome!

14. The First-Class Relic of St Mariae Goretti: Parishioners may take the Reliquary to their homes. Please call the office 9307 2776 to make enquiries and book.

15. Your Offering: Please remember to deposit your offerings in the boxes provided in the foyer area or use electronic donation points. Thank you.

16. Your Collections: Thank you very much for your continued contribution and support to the Parish and Priests. 1st Collection: To contribute Direct Debit: Presbytery A/C (1st Collection) Supports our Priests, A/C#14027 5567, BSB# 086 006. Church A/C (2ndCollection) Supports our Church, A/C# 66579 4722, BSB# 086 006. Planned giving contributions can also be made through envelopes or direct debit, please contact the Parish office: whitford@perthcatholic.org. au. Thank you.

1. 24/7 Whitford youth group: Gathering every 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of the month from 7pm to 9pm for students in years 6-12. Our next youth group will be held on 19th June. Youth group includes fun games, a short faith-based talk, fellowship, free food, and a wonderful opportunity for young people to build like-minded, faith-filled friendships. More information please contact Dino (0478 084 725) or Jasmine (0439 976 164).

2. Road to Emmaus Youth Group: Join us as we meet every Thursday 7.30-9.00pm in the Parish Centre. For ages 16-22. Contact Eliza for details: 0402 642 887.

RELIGIOUS GOODS STALL: Linda, Jenny, Mirella, Relief

PROCLAIMERS OF THE WORD: Jenna d’Oliveira, Francis d’Oliveira/ Tamara McGougan, Edith R-Thomas/ Ronellie Lenon, Volunteer/ Sam Leeks, Matthew Jardim

COUNTERS: Sunday 21st June: Vicky Ryan, Judy Cavanagh, Amanda Cross, Senol Bonny

CLEANERS: Saturday 13th June: Ian Fernandez, Maria Bennett, Carol Janeczko, Evelyn D’Souza

GLORY BE CAFÉ: Sunday 14th June: Rafaela Rogers, Tessa Rogers

SPECIAL MINISTERS: Linda Sweeney, Elsje Maassen/ Lee Hansen, M Killalea/ Carol Wright, M Torres, S Williamson/ Sarah Boylen, Eliza Boylen

STATUE OF FATIMA: The Statue will be with the Zdunek family in Craigie from 13th to 20th June. Those wishing to join them to say the Rosary, can call 0477 243 960 to arrange. From 20th to 27th June 2026 the Statue will be with the Lenon family in Perth.

DEVOTION TO THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS: Is held on the first Friday of every month during 9.00 am Mass. The next Devotion will be on Friday 3rd July 2026.

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: Every Wednesday & Friday from 9.30am–7 pm.

PRAY FOR THE SICK: We pray for all those in our Parish’s Book of the Sick. You are most welcome to add names to this book in the foyer of the Church. Please cross out when our prayers are no longer needed.

1.Reconciliation Times at Surrounding Parishes:

St Simon Peter, Ocean Reef: Tuesday & Friday: 6.30 pm/ Saturday: After 8.30 am Mass & 5 pm – 5.45 pm

St Anthony, Wanneroo: Saturday, 4.30 pm – 5 pm

St Luke, Woodvale: Saturday, 5 pm – 5.50 pm

All Saints, Greenwood: Saturday: 9.30 am – 10 am & 5.30 pm – 5.45 pm

Our Lady of Grace, North Beach: Saturday, 5 pm – 5.45 pm

2. 'St. Monica's Tears': Praying for our children, grandchildren and loved ones who have lapsed from their Catholic Faith. Please be advised that Holy Mass and prayers are offered every Thursday at 10.45am-12.00 noon for the return of our loved ones to their Catholic Faith. Place St. Bernadette's Church. Jugan St. Glendalough.

3. City of Wanneroo Prayer Breakfast: Promoting unity across denominations and organizations in the City of Wanneroo. Join us for fellowship over breakfast, a time of prayer, with Wanneroo Mayor Linda Aitken as patron and the Rev John Bond as guest speaker.When: Friday 12 June, 7-9am Where: Wanneroo Civic Centre

Cost: $25pp (breakfast included) Link to book: https://www.trybooking.com/DMCNK

4. Catholic Singles Darts Nights (20-35 yrs): Saturday, 13 June 2026. Join us for a relaxed night of darts and dinner with other Catholic young adults from around Perth! Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm Venue: Strike Bowling Carousel, 1382 Albany Highway, Cannington. For tickets and more information, visit https://perthcatholicsingles.eventbrite.com or contact perthcatholicsingles@gmail.com or 0421 952 963 (Matt).

5. MenALIVE Catholic Man Breakfast Series: Auxiliary bishop Most Rev. Nelson Po will share his story at the Catholic Man Breakfast Series hosted by Most Rev. Don Sproxton, Auxiliary Bishop of Perth, and sponsored by menALIVE. Please join us for an inspiring breakfast with likeminded Catholic men on Thursday 11th June 2026, 07:00 - 09:00, Duxton Hotel.Registration: https://app.tickets.org.au/MA/CMBS2026

6. Marriage Camino: Schoenstatt Shrine, Mt Richon on Saturday 13 June from 9.30am - 4.30pm. Enjoy short reflections at pillars around the Shrine before having time to discuss questions to help grow and support your marriage. Cost is $15 per couple. For further information or contact Philomena Theseira on 0417 936 757 Bookings essential.

7. Aid to the Church in Need (ACN): Pray for Persecuted Christians in Nigeria. Christians in Nigeria continue to suffer greatly for their faith. Watch John’s moving testimony and download a free Red Rosary Prayer Card to unite your prayers with the suffering Church throughout the world. www.rebrand.ly/RedRosary26

8. Catholic Theological College Online Information Session: Explore Philosophy, Theology, and Ministry-related courses Monday 15 June at 7pm (AEST) Register via our website: ctc.edu.au/information-session.

9. Open-Air Event: Schoenstatt Shrine 9 Talus Drive, Mount Richon WA 6122 on Saturday, 6 June at 2.00 pm. Entrance is a donation to the fundraising. Bring your own Picnic Chair. Open-air event. All funds raised will support A’Cappella Orthodox Concert trip to South Australia in 2026.

First reading: Deuteronomy 8:2-3,14-16

He fed you with manna, which neither you nor your fathers had known

Moses said to the people: ‘Remember how the Lord your God led you for forty years in the wilderness, to humble you, to test you and know your inmost heart – whether you would keep his commandments or not. He humbled you, he made you feel hunger, he fed you with manna which neither you nor your fathers had known, to make you understand that man does not live on bread alone but that man lives on everything that comes from the mouth of the Lord. ‘Do not become proud of heart. Do not forget the Lord your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery: who guided you through this vast and dreadful wilderness, a land of fiery serpents, scorpions, thirst; who in this waterless place brought you water from the hardest rock; who in this wilderness fed you with manna that your fathers had not known.’

Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 147:12-15,19-20

Response: Praise the Lord, Jerusalem.

O praise the Lord, Jerusalem! Zion, praise your God! He has strengthened the bars of your gates he has blessed the children within you. R.

He established peace on your borders, he feeds you with finest wheat. He sends out his word to the earth and swiftly runs his command. R.

He makes his word known to Jacob, to Israel his laws and decrees. He has not dealt thus with other nations; he has not taught them his decrees. R.

Second reading: 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

That there is only one loaf means that, though we are many, we form one body

The blessing-cup that we bless is a communion with the blood of Christ, and the bread that we break is a communion with the body of Christ. The fact that there is only one loaf means that, though there are many of us, we form a single body because we all have a share in this one loaf.

Gospel Acclamation: John 6:51-52

Alleluia, alleluia! I am the living bread from heaven, says the Lord; whoever eats this bread will live for ever. Alleluia!

Gospel Reading: John 6:51-58

My flesh is real food and my blood is real drink

Jesus said to the crowd: ‘I am the living bread which has come down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will live for ever; and the bread that I shall give is my flesh, for the life of the world.’ Then the Jews started arguing with one another: ‘How can this man give us his flesh to eat?’ they said. Jesus replied: ‘I tell you most solemnly, if you do not eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you will not have life in you. Anyone who does eat my flesh and drink my blood has eternal life, and I shall raise him up on the last day. For my flesh is real food and my blood is real drink. He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood lives in me and I live in him. As I, who am sent by the living Father, myself draw life from the Father, so whoever eats me will draw life from me. This is the bread come down from heaven; not like the bread our ancestors ate: they are dead, but anyone who eats this bread will live for ever.’

We stand before You, Holy Spirit, as we gather together in Your name. With You alone to guide us, make Yourself at home in our hearts; Teach us the way we must go and how we are to pursue it. We are weak and sinful; do not let us promote disorder. Do not let ignorance lead us down the wrong path nor partiality influence our actions. Let us find in You our unity so that we may journey together to eternal life and not stray from the way of truth and what is right. All this we ask of You, who are at work in every place and time, in the communion of the Father and the Son, forever and ever, Amen.

Greetings, my brothers and sisters in Christ,

In Italy and in many countries we are celebrating the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ — the Latin name is often used: Corpus Domini or Corpus Christi. Every Sunday the ecclesial community gathers around the Eucharist, the sacrament instituted by Jesus at the Last Supper. Nevertheless, each year we joyfully celebrate the feast dedicated to this Mystery that is central to the faith, in order to fully express our adoration to Christ who offers himself as the food and drink of salvation.

Today’s Gospel passage, taken from Saint John, is part of the sermon on the “bread of life” (cf. 6:51-58). Jesus states: “I am the living bread which came down from heaven; if any one eats of this bread...; and the bread which I shall give for the life of the world is my flesh” (v. 51). He means to say that the Father has sent him into the world as the food of eternal life, and for this reason he will sacrifice himself, his flesh.

Indeed, on the Cross, Jesus gave his body and shed his blood. The Son of Man crucified is the true Paschal Lamb, who delivers us from the slavery of sin and sustains us on the journey to the promised land. The Eucharist is the sacrament of his flesh given so as to give life to the world; those who are nourished by this food abide in Jesus and live through him. To assimilate Jesus means to abide in him, to become children in the Son.

In the Eucharist Jesus, as he did with the disciples at Emmaus, draws alongside us, pilgrims in history, to nourish the faith, hope and charity within us; to comfort us in trials; to sustain us in the commitment to justice and peace. This supportive presence of the Son of God is everywhere: in cities and the countryside, in the North and South of the world, in countries with a Christian tradition and in those newly evangelized. In the Eucharist he offers himself as spiritual strength so as to help us put into practice his commandment — to love one another as he loved us — building communities that are welcoming and open to the needs of all, especially the most frail, poor and needy people.

Nourishing ourselves of the Eucharistic Jesus also means abandoning ourselves trustingly to him and allowing ourselves to be guided by him. It means welcoming Jesus in place of one’s own “me”. In this way the love freely received from Jesus in the Eucharistic Communion, by the work of the Holy Spirit, nourishes our love for God and for the brothers and sisters we meet along the daily journey. Nourished by the Body of Christ, we become ever more concretely the mystical Body of Christ. The Apostle Paul reminds us of this: “The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not a participation in the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not a participation in the body of Christ? Because there is one bread, we who are many are one body, for we all partake of the one bread” (1 Cor 10:16-17).

May the Virgin Mary, who was ever united to Jesus Bread of Life, help us to rediscover the beauty of the Eucharist, to nourish ourselves of it with faith, so as to live in communion with God and with our brothers and sisters.

Our Lady of the Mission Whitford Parish acknowledges that safeguarding is a shared responsibility prioritising the care, protection and best interests of children and adults at risk. Our Parish is committed to implementing the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards (NCSS). You can find out more about the safeguarding program, guidelines, find helpful resources, reporting abuse and protective behaviours resources and story books here: https://safeguarding.perthcatholic.org.au/ or call the Safeguarding Office on 08 9221 7762.

Our Safeguarding Officers

Safeguarding officers assist to create a safe environment for all. They are the first point of contact for any safeguarding concerns and support the implementation of the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards.

Safeguarding Officers: Andrea Clemente: 0405 116 810, Renee Itzstein: 0413 225 560, Sirlene Fernandes 0432 634 371 or email sgo.whitford@perthcatholic.org.au

Safeguarding Induction for all Church Workers

ALL church workers (volunteers or paid) are to complete a Safeguarding Level 1 Induction which is now a Self-Paced Online Learning Module that can be completed at any time, once every 3 years. Please visit: Safeguarding Training and Registration – Safeguarding Office (perthcatholic.org.au)

Safeguarding Forms and Policy:

Forms, Safeguarding policy and code of conduct can be found on the Safeguarding website, at the Parish Office or in one of the Safeguarding folders in the Church – Sacristy, Robing room or information desk.

Parish Priest:

Fr Cyprian M. Shikokoti Ph: 0450 464 678

Assistant Priest:

Fr Errol X Lobo Ph: 0410 929 205

Parish Office

Mary McGrath-Yek & Ebony Lepoutre

Office Hours: Tues – Fri 9am –4pm (Monday Closed)

Ph: 08 9307 2776

Mobile: 0434 434 783 (Text only)

Email: whitford@perthcatholic.org.au

Columbarium: Closed Monday

Sacramental Coordinator: Mrs Ronellie R. Lenon

Ph: 08 9307 2776

Email: sacramental.whitford@perthcatholic.org.au

Youth and Young Adult Contact Details

Youth Choir: Terry Boylen - 0402 642 887

Youth & Family Choir: Fran Christie Zscherpel - 0433 852 967

24:7 Whitford Youth Group: youthministry247@outlook.com.au

Safeguarding Officers:

Renee Itzstein 0413 225 560

Andrea Clemente 0405 116 810

Sirlene Fernandes 0432 634 371

Email: whitford@perthcatholic.org.au