Our Lady of the Mission
Whitford Parish - 14th June 2026
This Sunday is: 14th June Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Next Sunday is: 21st June Twelfth 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.
Please offer your prayers this week for Mel Nerva, Mary Rooney, Marc, Nguyen thanh Hung, Tran thi Tu, Cao thi Ba, Le thi Ket, Darren Hart, Matthew Wood, Betty Beaton, Teresa Davies, Neil Maclean, George Zdumek, Jan d’Oliveira, Michael Mack Zbyszek, 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.
In today’s Gospel, Jesus sends out the disciples to meet the needs of others. His admonition to them is the same challenge He makes to us: “The gift you have received, give as a gift.”
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 Set of Planned Giving Envelopes: For our parishioners using weekly envelopes for planned-giving, your new set for 2026-27 financial year are now ready for collection from the foyer or you can arrange to collect from the parish office; Tuesday-Friday between 9am and 4pm. You might like to consider signing up for Direct Debit for convenience if you prefer. Either way, we sincerely thank you for your ongoing support and generosity to the parish. God bless you.
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. Thank you from the Nerva Family: We offer Mass this weekend for the life of Mr Mel Nerva at all Masses as a big thank you to each and every one who had a part in his life.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
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. 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.
17. Padbury Catholic Primary School: APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN. Please contact the school on 08 9404 4000 or visit our website for further information.
18. Whitford Catholic Primary School: Kindy 2028 Enrolments NOW OPEN! Accepting expressions of Interest for students starting Kindergarten in 2028! For more information: https://whitfordcatholicps.wa.edu.au/learning/kindergarten/
Youth News
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: Hyacinth, Pat, Angela. Sophy
PROCLAIMERS OF THE WORD: Kerry Roberts, Margaret Shilton/ Megan Woodall, Celine Chaperon/ Angela Sanderson, Erica Sanderson/ Bernie Smith, Anne Couzens
COUNTERS: Sunday 21st June: Vicky Ryan, Judy Cavanagh, Amanda Cross, Senol Bonny
CLEANERS: Friday 19th June: Mary Healy, Suzanne Healy, Melaine Eales, Katrina James, Erica Moore
GLORY BE CAFÉ: Sunday 21st June: Mary McGrath-Yek, Caitlin Yek
SPECIAL MINISTERS: Patricia Alves, M Shilton, D Nightingall, K Roberts/ Diane Raftos, Horace Rosario, Niamh Waters, Peta Geneste/ Adam O’Neill, M Augustin, J Quatermaine, S Quatermaine, J Bouwman/ S Dowling, T Prentice, Leanne Pfeifhofer, X Prentice
STATUE OF FATIMA: The Statue will be with the Lenon family in Perth from 20th to 27th June. Those wishing to join them to say the Rosary, can call 0400 679 442 to arrange. From 27th June to 4th July 2026 the Statue will be with the Scaffidi family in Karrinyup.
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. RIP – Mary Rooney: Mary, formerly a founding parishioner of OLM Whitfords Parish and most recently a resident of Carine Parkside Aged Care passed away quietly on June 9th. A private family funeral will be held as Mary requested. May she rest in peace.
3. '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.
4. Catholic Mission: Catholic Mission invites you to stand in solidarity with Fr Salai Michael MSP and the communities of the Archdiocese of Yangon and the Diocese of Pathein in Myanmar to help young people learn and flourish. As we approach 30 June, your tax-deductible gift can help provide a safer and brighter future. Support this life-giving project by donating today at www.catholicmission.org.au/Myanmar
5. Aid to the Church in Need: An estimated one in seven Christians worldwide experiences persecution or discrimination because of their faith. Yet despite this, countless Christians continue to gather for Mass and practise their faith with courage – putting their freedom or lives at risk. Read their remarkable story aidtochurch.org/bulletin
First reading: Exodus 19:2-6
I will count you a kingdom of priests, a consecrated nation
From Rephidim the sons of Israel set out again; and when they reached the wilderness of Sinai, there in the wilderness they pitched their camp; there facing the mountain Israel pitched camp. Moses then went up to God, and the Lord called to him from the mountain, saying, ‘Say this to the House of Jacob, declare this to the sons of Israel, “You yourselves have seen what I did with the Egyptians, how I carried you on eagle’s wings and brought you to myself. From this you know that now, if you obey my voice and hold fast to my covenant, you of all the nations shall be my very own for all the earth is mine. I will count you a kingdom of priests, a consecrated nation.”’
Responsorial Psalm: Ps. 99(100):2-3,5
Response: We are his people, the sheep of his flock.
Cry out with joy to the Lord, all the earth. Serve the Lord with gladness. Come before him, singing for joy. R.
Know that he, the Lord, is God. He made us, we belong to him, we are his people, the sheep of his flock. R.
Indeed, how good is the Lord, eternal his merciful love. He is faithful from age to age. R.
Second reading: Romans 5:6-11
Now we have been reconciled by the death of his Son, surely, we may count on being saved by the life of his Son
We were still helpless when at his appointed moment Christ died for sinful men. It is not easy to die even for a good man – though of course for someone really worthy, a man might be prepared to die – but what proves that God loves us is that Christ died for us while we were still sinners. Having died to make us righteous, is it likely that he would now fail to save us from God’s anger? When we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, we were still enemies; now that we have been reconciled, surely, we may count on being saved by the life of his Son? Not merely because we have been reconciled but because we are filled with joyful trust in God, through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have already gained our reconciliation.
Gospel Acclamation: Mark 1:15
Alleluia, alleluia! The kingdom of God is near; repent and believe the Good News! Alleluia.
Gospel Reading: Matthew 9:36-10:8
The harvest is rich but the labourers are few
When Jesus saw the crowds, he felt sorry for them because they were harassed and dejected, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is rich but the labourers are few, so ask the Lord of the harvest to send labourers to his harvest.’ He summoned his twelve disciples, and gave them authority over unclean spirits with power to cast them out and to cure all kinds of diseases and sickness. These are the names of the twelve apostles: first, Simon who is called Peter, and his brother Andrew; James the son of Zebedee, and his brother John; Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas, and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; Simon the Zealot and Judas Iscariot, the one who was to betray him. These twelve Jesus sent out, instructing them as follows: ‘Do not turn your steps to pagan territory, and do not enter any Samaritan town; go rather to the lost sheep of the House of Israel. And as you go, proclaim that the kingdom of heaven is close at hand. Cure the sick, raise the dead, cleanse the lepers, cast out devils. You received without charge, give without charge.’
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.
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
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Location: 270 Camberwarra Drive, Craigie WA, Australia
Phone: 08 9307 2776
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