TawagAwit New Notes August 2010

NEW NOTES TawagAwit Newsletter

August 2010

FEAST SUCCESS

Seventy-four brethren attended the Food & Music FEAST on July 11, 2010 at the Social Hall of St Mary’s Northcote Parish. The participants were treated to inspiring talks, delicious food and uplifting music in the spirit of fellowship, joy and praise.

Bro Mel B Libre, Lead Servant of TawagAwit, in his opening remarks, said that the celebration was one of thanksgiving: for the ministry had grown to four chapters; for the blessings of members who obtained their permanent residency visas; and for the gifts of life for the chapter coordinators (Bro Peter/Sis Jamelle and Bro Cyril/Sis Rose) who are looking forward for their first babies.

We Need You TawagAwit invites you to help in spreadingPLACE God’s PHOTO Word through HERE, music and other acts of love.

OTHERWISE DELETE BOX You can be a: (1) member; (2) supporter or (3) organizer A member is one who can attend to the regular activities of the Ministry. The minimum participation are: attendance during practice sessions of songs, usually once a week or once every two weeks AND singing with the group during the assigned mass usually once a month or once every two months.

Fr Douglas Leslie Rowe S.F.P., founder of the Patrist Societies of the Sons and Daughters of God the Father, told of the importance of personal relationship between the faithful and God the Father, while Fr Reno Alima, assistant parish priest of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, enlightened participants about Liturgical Music while at the same time, singing songs accompanying himself on guitar. Jam Parado brought the congregation on their feet as they danced the Zumba. Each of the chapters shared some of their finest performances, and cooked their best recipes for all to partake.

The organizing group extends its gratitude to all who contributed to the success of the event. Special thanks to Fr Craig Dunford and the St Mary’s Northcote Parish for the venue.

A supporter is one who can donate services or resources to the Ministry. There are special events that TawagAwit organizes and the events need finances or helping hands.

An organizer is one who initiates the formation of a chapter in a parish. The Ministry will provide all the assistance within its means to help in the vital task.

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Our Vision: Harmony in the World

Our Mission: To spread God’s Word through music and other acts of love.

Our Values: Godliness We believe in God and live His Word.

Offering We share our talents, time and resources for God’s greater glory.

Devotion We commit ourselves to the mission of the Ministry.

Love We love God with all of our heart will all our soul, with all our minds and with all our strength.

Originality We promote artistry and creativity to express our faith.

Victory over Sin We fight Satan in each and every moment of our lives.

Evangelization We bring the Light of God to those who are in the dark.

Sustainability We contribute and manage our resources effectively.

Unity We are one with the Lord, one with the Church, one with the community, and one with the Ministry.

For more information about TawagAwit, please contact Bro Mel Libre sl at tawagawit@gmail.com

Fr Reno Alima sings a song during his sharing on” Music in the Church, Music in my Life” Quick Notes: CORD, an e-magazine edited by Bro Mel B Libre, had its inaugural issue released on July 1 through the popular website,

http://issuu.com/home. The first publication features articles on Crystal Bowersox, Michael Jackson and St John Vianney…It also contains positive music with chords and the latest news in Christian music. In its first fifteen days, more than 150 viewed the publication. The next edition will come out on October 1, 2010 with a cover story on the popular television series, Glee…

Acoustic artists Junz and Kimberly Guido gave the audience a dose of their cool music during the Food & Music Feast on July 11…Fr Douglas Rowe conducted the Awakenings Retreat on July 18 in Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Glen Eden with 38 people in attendance. The founder of the Patrist Society guided participants in the internationally accredited program in a journey of faith. Fr Rowe said that people focus on their earthly life, forgetting what is most important – one’s eternal life… TawagAwit-Our Lady of Lourdes Glen Eden Parish chapter marked the birthdays of Sis Claudia Menchavez, Lance and Marcel Go (sons of Bro Arne Go), Bro Darryl Guido and Fr Reno Alima in a joint celebration. Fr Bernard Dennehy led the opening prayer, while Fr Reno spoke in behalf of the other celebrants. The celebrants blew candles in five cakes baked for the occasion. A singalong session highlighted the activity…TawagAwit-St Thomas More Glenfield Parish chapter will have its second Alay Laya Parish Reach Out on August 1 as its members sing in the Filipino mass in Maria Assumpta Beach Haven Parish, North Shore City …Bro Mel B Libre’s Songwriting Workship will be held on October 16. The five-hour session will conclude with the interpretation of the new songs composed during the Spirit-filled activity. Registration for the 30 slots is now accepted. Email: cordmagazine@yahoo.com

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Pope’s Intentions for August 2010. General Intention: That the World Youth Day taking place in Madrid may encourage all the young people of the world to root and found their lives in Christ.

Missionary Intention: That Christians of the West, docile to the action of the Holy Spirit, may re-encounter the freshness and enthusiasm of their faith...

Before Sunday's Angelus prayer on July 18 from the intimate courtyard of his summer residence at Castel Gandolfo, Pope Benedict XVI spoke of the need to listen to the Word of God. As Mary does in Sunday's Gospel, we must learn to choose the "best portion" in our relationship with the Lord. During his pre-Angelus catechesis, Holy Father noted that with the arrival of summer comes vacation time and, thus, a "favorable moment" to bring our focus back to what is most important in life: "listening to the Word of the Lord." We are reminded of this, he said, in Sunday's Gospel reading, which is centered around Jesus' visit to Mary and Martha. Reflecting on this Gospel, the Pope exclaimed, "Martha wishes to teach the Teacher!" And, instead, pointed out Benedict XVI, Jesus says with affection, “Martha, Martha, you are anxious and troubled over many things. And yet only one thing is necessary. Mary has chosen the best portion, and it shall not be taken away from her." On this, the Pope explained that "The word of Christ is very clear: no contempt for the active life, none either for generous hospitality; but a clear call back to the fact that the only truly necessary thing is another: listening to the Word of the Lord; and the Lord in that moment is there, present in the Person of Jesus!" Turning to the meaning for today, he observed that "Everything else will pass and will be taken from us, but the Word of God is eternal and gives meaning to our daily activity."

(CNA)…Benedict XVI chose a theme for the 44th World Day of Peace that will highlight the role of religious freedom in fostering peace.

The World Day of Peace is observed every Jan. 1, which is also the Solemnity of the Mother of God. The theme for 2011 will be "Religious Freedom, the Path to Peace." In the Vatican communiqué published on July 13, it explained that "in many parts of the world there exist various forms of restrictions or denials of religious freedom, from discrimination and marginalization based on religion, to acts of violence against religious minorities." The note stated that religious freedom "is rooted in the equal and inherent dignity of man," and is "oriented toward the search for 'unchangeable truth.'" It called religious freedom the "freedom of freedoms." It said that “an authentic notion of religious freedom offers a profound vision of this fundamental human right, one which broadens the horizons of 'humanity' and 'freedom' of man, allowing for the establishment of a deep relationship with oneself, with the other and with the world. Religious freedom is a freedom in this respect for human dignity and life." (CNS)...Even when the Catholic Church suffers, "faith creates joy," Pope Benedict XVI said after previewing a German television film about his first five years in office. The film, "Five Years of Pope Benedict XVI," was produced by the Bavarian network Bayerischer Rundfunk and is scheduled for a Christmas season broadcast in Germany and Austria. After watching the film July 29 at his summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, Pope Benedict said it allowed him to experience again some of the most important events of his pontificate, which began in April 2005. "Personally, it was very moving to see certain moments, especially the moment when the Lord placed the Petrine service on my shoulders, a weight that no one could ever carry alone with just his own strength; it can be carried only because the Lord carries us, carries me," he said. The music-loving pontiff said he also appreciated the filmmakers' decision to use Beethoven's "Ninth Symphony" -- the "Ode to Joy" -- as the soundtrack because it expresses the joy of redemption.

"Even today, although the church may suffer much ... it is a joyful church," he said. (CNS)

Vatican Notes:

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Next Events: Aug 1 11:15am Good Shepherd Parish, Balmoral Aug 1 10am Maria Assumpta Parish, Beach Haven Aug 8 10:30am St Mary’s Parish, Northcote Invitation: +TawagAwit invites everyone to join the ministry: (1) The St Mary’s Church, Northcote meets every Sunday 11:30am at St Mary’s Church at Onewa Road (2) St Thomas More Church, Glenfield meets every other Friday 7:30pm at St Thomas More Church in Glenfield (3) Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Glen Eden meets every other Sunday afternoon (4) South Auckland chapter meets every other Sunday +Should you be in another area in New Zealand or other parts of the world, TawagAwit will help organize a chapter.

Photo at right: Attendees listen to Fr Douglas Rowe during the Awakenings Retreat at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Glen Eden.

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