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CATHOLIC YOUTH ‘Made For Each Other’ explores authentic love By Madeline Arnold CatholicYouthParra @cyp_parra @cyp_parra Live webcasting of youth festival sessions By Rebecca DiGirolamo The day was an opportunity to share personal insights and experiences. On the Feast of the Assumption last month, about 20 young people from across the Diocese of Parramatta and beyond gathered at the Institute for Mission in Blacktown to take part in ‘Made For Each Other’. This day-long seminar on 15 August was organised by the diocesan Family & Life Office and focussed on the complementarity of man and woman. The program was centred on six short films from the Humanum series, supported by the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith and co-sponsored by the Pontifical Council for the Family, and others. The dignity and beauty of the family and marriage was at the forefront of discussion. The day began with prayer, followed by a screening of each film combined with small and large group discussion. This was a great opportunity to hear other young people’s views and thoughts about the concepts touched on in the films, and to share personal insights and experiences. Fr Benedict Mackenzie FSF celebrated Mass and gave a homily about what Mary’s Assumption tells us about the value and dignity of the human person and what this means for the body. The youth were blessed to hear some insights and wisdom about married life from Ben Smith and Annabelle Bhandoo from the Family & Life Office. Those participating in the seminar heard about how the dignity of the body has been degraded by society and the consequences of this in light of how we are made in God’s image and likeness and how the body is an outward expression of the human person. At the end of the day, Chris Da Silva and Frances Hopkins from The Culture Project spoke about their mission to restore culture through advocacy of life and love. Chris and Frances explained the difference between ‘solid love’ and ‘liquid love’, a concept touched on in the films, and shared personal insights into their role in upholding this idea of authentic love in today’s culture. All the participants went home with a deeper understanding of the beauty and dignity of every human, how to love others with a ‘solid love’ and the beauty of the complementarity of man and woman. As part of a broader plan for engagement of young people in the Church, the Diocese of Parramatta will facilitate the involvement of up to 100 young adults to attend the Australian Catholic Youth Festival (ACYF) to be held in Adelaide from 3-6 December. The rapid pick-up of new social media applications by Catholic youth is playing a major part in the coordination, planning and delivery of the festival. Project Manager for the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference (ACBC) Office for Youth, Gabrielle Sinclair, said over the past five years social media had become an essential part of communicating any event, particularly to young people. The ACYF in Adelaide will be the first of the ACBC-sponsored events to stream live radio. This will be in addition to live webcasting of the plenary sessions. Gabrielle said the official hashtag #ACYF15 would be used to encourage youth to search for friends and post live during the festival. An event app is also being developed. Youth can follow the conference @ ACBCYouthMin on three platforms: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Social media will be used to communicate special announcements and feature particular elements of the festival. Radio broadcaster and journalist Gianna Gianna Lucas will be coordinating live radio streaming for ArchD Radio at the Festival. Lucas will coordinate and co-present live internet streaming of Adelaide’s ArchD Radio program at ACYF 2015. She will head a team of Catholic youth to plan interviews and special guest appearances before a live audience at the Adelaide Convention Centre over the three-day event. “Live streaming is perfect for people who cannot get to the festival,” she said. “They might be working in Adelaide or interstate and so in this way they can be right among those at the festival just by tuning in on their laptop or smartphone. It’s a great initiative.” Catholic Youth Parramatta has secured beds at the Mercure and Ibis Hotel across the road from the venue. Catholic Education Diocese of Parramatta has secured a similar number at the Adelaide YHA for Year 10 students. Young adults from the parishes of Baulkham Hills, Blacktown, Castle Hill, Granville, Greystanes, Harris Park, Lalor Park, Marayong and Mt Druitt have already reserved beds in these sponsored rooms. Young adults and priests in the Diocese of Parramatta who would like more information about the festival can contact CYP Director James Camden tel (02) 8838 3428, JCamden@ parra.catholic.org.au More info about ACYF is available at: http://youthfestival.catholic.org.au/ Saturday 12 Sept 8.30 – 4pm Strathfield Campus 25A Barker Rd Strathfield www.acu.edu.au/openday CRICOS registered provider: 00004G 16 CatholicOutlook | SEPTEMBER 2015 www.parra.catholic.org.au @parracatholic facebook.com/parracatholic
Citation of Merit for Youth: from left, Very Rev Bob Bossini, Troy Gordon, Bishop Emeritus Kevin Manning, Christina Asimus, Very Rev Peter Williams, Lisa Hoban, Julia Hoban, Rev Chris de Souza, Walker Falemaota Aloiai and Michael Constantine Setefano. Photo: Alfred Boudib. Mr Walker Falemaota Aloiai For his commitment to the Youth of Parramatta through his work in the Parramatta Young Christian Workers and Students movements. While at Loyola Senior High, Mt Druitt, he created the Dei Gratia Group with a mandate to serve the community. Miss Christina Asimus St Michael’s Parish, Baulkham Hills: For her tireless work, planning and coordinating parish youth ministries. Mr Troy Gordon St Finbar’s Parish, Glenbrook: For his dedication to parish Youth and Music Ministries, from his early days as a member to being a leader of these groups. Miss Julia Hoban Christ the King Parish, North Rocks: She continues to set an example for the youth through her Music Ministry and charitable activities. Miss Lisa Hoban Christ the King Parish, North Rocks: For her tireless involvement in Youth and Young Adults groups, Music Ministry and SRE classes. Mr Anthony Mackett St Anthony of Padua Parish, Toongabbie: For his constant dedication to the parish, first as a member and now leading the Youth Music and Liturgical ministries. Mr Michael Constantine Setefano Good Shepherd Parish, Plumpton: For his commitment to youth through his work in the Parramatta Young Christian Workers and Students movements. While at Loyola Senior High, Mt Druitt, he created the Dei Gratia Group with Walker Falemaota Aloiai. DIOCESAN HONOURS It’s an honour – celebrating our diocesan award winners 2015 Citation of Merit for Youth recipients 2015 Certificate of Recognition recipients Mr Derrick Slade Holy Spirit Parish, St Clair: For his quiet generosity to the parish, behind the scenes over many years, offering his professional services and advice as an electrician. 2015 Diocesan Medal of Honour recipients Mrs Felicitas Apparthurai St Patrick’s Cathedral Parish, Parramatta: For her unceasing commitment to parish for nearly 40 years. Her kindness and service have touched the lives of many. Sr Monica Armstrong SGS St Matthew’s Parish, Windsor, and St Thomas Aquinas Parish, Springwood: For her compassion and dedication to her parish of St Matthew’s in Windsor and St Thomas Aquinas Primary School in Springwood. Mrs Vicki Baiada St Anthony of Padua Parish, Toongabbie: For her active participation in the parish since its inception. From when she was a young child with her family, Vicki’s involvement has continued through her youth to the present as a parent. CONTINUED ON PAGE 18 Put those you love in the hands of those who care Edmund Rice Retreat & Conference Centre Winbourne (Conducted by the Christian Brothers) Winbourne is a place of quiet reflection, peace and tranquillity, set on 100 hectares, located in Mulgoa. We welcome: School self run retreats Staff spirituality days School day groups Church groups Professional groups Sporting groups Reflective groups Special occasions Hermitage available for single retreat Our Centre offers various sized conference rooms with all AV equipment supplied, including free wifi. Accommodation is available on site along with catering. We welcome your enquiry. Enquiries Phone: 02 4773 5555 Fax: 02 4773 5500 Email: reception@winbourne.org Website: www.winbourne.org Address: 1315 Mulgoa Road, Mulgoa, NSW, 2745 OOf all life’s celebrations the funeral liturgy can touch us the most deeply. We prefer to place our trust and reliance on those who have the skill and experience to plan a funeral that has meaning and dignity. At least that’s what Sydney families look for when they choose WN Bull Funerals. As the funeral liturgy expresses faith, it also contextualises the life of the deceased with traditional and contemporary elements. www.parra.catholic.org.au @parracatholic facebook.com/parracatholic (02) 9519 5344 wnbull@wnbull.com www.wnbull.com.au AUSTRALIAN OWNED CatholicOutlook | SEPTEMBER 2015 17
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