We Pray for the Dead on their Anniversaries
Canon Vincent Cameron, Fr Bernard Collings, Fr Brian McWilliams, Fr Colin Watling, Eileen Shears, Christopher Poulain, Sadie Marlow, John Ryan, Valerie Griggs, Marian Hart, Dorothy Scott, Stephen McGough, Stephen Cornell, Margaret Acaster, Col Ernest G Petter, Bernard Squires, John Lowndes, Louise Newman, Veronica Maguire, Margaret Owens, Alan Tate, Mary Francis (Molly) Horn, Basil Emmerson, Stella Stanley, William Pearson, Peter James Scott, Kathleen Shanahan, Charles Capon, Nellie Aynsley, Marjorie Clarke, Sheila King, Marian Payne, Vivien Payne, Martin Payne, Joseph Sicheri, Vera Goldman, Margaret Knight, Antoni Byczynski & Campbell Coe.
We pray for our sick
We pray for the sick of our parish
“Father,
by the power of your Spirit
you have filled the hearts of your faithful people
with gifts of love for one another.
Hear the prayers we offer for our relatives and friends.
Give them health of mind and body
that they may do your will with perfect love.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.”
Please pray for the repose of the souls of
THOMAS HADEN, RIP who died on Sunday, 19th July. His body will be received into the church on Wednesday, 26th August at 4.30pm and his Requiem Mass will take place on Thursday, 27th August at 1.30pm followed by committal at Southend Crematorium.
ROGER TISI, RIP who died on Saturday, 15th September. His Requiem Mass will take place on Thursday, 10th September at St Joseph’s, Upminster.
Requiescant in pace
Journey in Faith—RCIA
This begins on Monday 12th October at 7.30pm and is specifically for those who are not Catholics but who are enquiring with a view to finding out more about the Catholic Faith and Reception into the Church. These evenings are held in the Parish Centre and last for one hour. Names may be given in advance to Father Kevin or to the Parish Office.
Those interested in reading or learning more before the course begins may wish to purchase a copy of the Catechism of the Catholic Church from the Catholic Truth Society, or listen to The Catechism in a Year podcast with Fr Mike Schmitz.
Elliot Dobie
Greetings!
My name is Elliot Dobie and I need your help. Most of you will know me from my time serving on the altar during Holy Mass, but maybe you didn’t know that I am currently discerning the priesthood, and part of this process is a year of discernment before fully entering seminary life.
I have chosen to do this with the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest and this candidacy year is a key period of time in forming and preparing men for seminary, but it costs, and therefore I am asking for financial help from the good parishioners of Our Lady of Lourdes and St Joseph.
To fundraise effectively and to allow people to get to know me, I am hosting (with the help of fellow parishioners) a lunch on 6th September after the 11.30am Mass. Tickets are limited, and we will be selling these after all Sunday Masses for the next two weekends. There will be a raffle on the day.
Tickets cost £10 per person and will include a ploughman’s lunch, followed by home-made cake, tea, coffee or a soft drink.
If you are unable to attend the lunch and would like to make a donation, you can do so via my fundraiser at https://gofund.me/ac2eeabd0
Any support is gratefully appreciated and you are all in my prayers. Elliot.
Parish Fundraising—200 Club
The winners of the July draw are:
1st Prize £150 121 Mrs A Craig
2nd Prize £100 198 Miss l Hall
3rd Prize £75 1 Mr J Peoples
4th Prize £25 78 Mr Martin O’Brien
The funds raised from the 200 Club now contributes to the overall costs of the tuition and expenses of trainee priests who, on completion of their formation, will be available for mission appointments strengthening the Church within Nigeria and elsewhere in the world. These missionary priests are known as Spiritans and are part of Aid to the Church in Need.
Please support this fundraising. There are some places available in the 200 Club, and if you wish to join, there is a monthly regular donation of £5. Forms are available at the back of the church. Alternatively, you can telephone Linda Wall on 01702 558217.
First Holy Communion 2027
If your child is going into Year 3 or above and you wish for them to make their First Holy Communion in May 2027, please submit the application by Friday 4th September.
This should be done via the parish website, under Sacraments - Communion
(https://lourdesleigh.org/sacraments)
We will be in touch after this date to confirm preparatory sessions for the children. Please note that these take place on a Saturday (once a month) at 4pm-5:15pm.
Certificates of Catholic Practice
Please note Fr Kevin will be issuing Certificates of Catholic Practice in September/October.
The Priests return to the Brentwood Diocese!
Fr. Eugene O'Hagan and Fr. Martin O'Hagan - formerly of the celebrated singing trio 'The Priests' - invite you to join them at a one-off charity weekend, hosted by and in support of the Brentwood Catholic Children's Society.
Choose from an elegant Gala Dinner or sophisticated Charity Luncheon, both being held at a stunning Grade II listed manor house. Enjoy fine dining and seize a rare opportunity to see Fr. Eugene and Fr. Martin perform in an intimate and exclusive setting - this is an occasion not to be missed!
9th-10th October at The Lawn, Rochford - for full details and to purchase tickets, please visit www.bccs.org.uk/get-involved/events-campaigns/ or contact Julie Abbott 07912 277413
ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Dear friends in Christ
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, celebrated each year on 15th August, (transferred to Sunday this year) is among the most joyful feasts of the Church's calendar.
Dear friends in Christ
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, celebrated each year on 15th August, (transferred to Sunday this year) is among the most joyful feasts of the Church's calendar. It reminds us that in Mary we see not only the perfection of discipleship but also the fulfilment of the Christian promise. The one who bore the Incarnate Word, who stood faithfully beneath His Cross, and who persevered with the Apostles in prayer, now shares fully in the glory of her Risen Son, assumed body and soul into heaven. The Assumption is not simply a privilege granted to Mary because of her unique vocation. Rather, it is a sign of hope for the whole Church. As the Preface of the Mass beautifully proclaims, Our Lady is the beginning and image of your Church's coming to perfection, and a sign of sure hope and comfort to your pilgrim people. In contemplating her heavenly glory, we are reminded of our own eternal destiny. The Christian life is not a journey without direction; it is a pilgrimage towards the Father's house.
In an age that often prizes the passing and the superficial, Mary's Assumption directs our gaze towards the things that truly endure. She teaches us that humility is exalted, fidelity is rewarded, and that every quiet act of love offered to God has eternal value. Her Magnificat continues to echo through the centuries, proclaiming the greatness of the Lord and inviting us to place our trust in His providence rather than in ourselves.
The month of August often brings holidays and welcome opportunities for rest. Yet amidst the business of family gatherings and summer travels, this great feast gently recalls us to prayer. Perhaps we might honour Our Lady by praying the Rosary more faithfully, by visiting one of her shrines, or simply by entrusting our families anew to her maternal care. May Mary, assumed into heaven and crowned Queen of Heaven and Earth, intercede for our parish and for each of our homes. Following her example of faith, may we keep our eyes fixed upon Christ, so that, when our own earthly pilgrimage is complete, we too may rejoice in the glory He has prepared for those who love Him.
Our Lady Assumed into Heaven, pray for us.
Msgr Kevin Hale
ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Readings for the Solemnity of The Assumption of BVM The Nicene Creed
Preface of The Assumption
ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Saturday 15th August
Saturday Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary
5.30pm Vigil Mass Peter James ("Jim") Scott, RIP (Anniv) (NW)
6.30pm—7.30 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
Sunday 16th August
ASSUMPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
8am Mass Vincent Glauda RIP (Anniv) (KC)
9.30am Mass The People of the Parish
11.30am Mass Raymond Chantilly, RIP (Anniv) (LC)
5.30pm Vespers & Benediction
Monday 17th
Feria of the Twentieth Week in Ordinary Time
9am Mass Bernardette Perry, RIP (Anniv)
Tuesday 18th
St Helen, Widow
9am Mass All Souls in Belfairs (TR)
Wednesday 19th
St John Eudes, Pr
9am Mass Charles D'Souza, RIP (MF)
Thursday 20th
St Bernard, Ab, D
9am Mass Tom O’Callaghan, RIP & Rita O'Callaghan & Family, (LC)
Friday 21st
St Pius X, P
12Noon Mass John, Agnes & Susan Watkins, RIP (JW)
Saturday 22nd August
Our Lady, Mother and Queen
10am Mass Intentions of Ashly Anna Biju (AB)
10.30am—11.30 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
5.30pm Vigil Mass Intentions of Ita Sweeney—90th Birthday (AT)
6.30pm—7.30 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
Sunday 23rd August
Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
8am Mass Morch McDonagh, RIP (TR)
9.30am Mass Margaret Owens, RIP (Anniv) (SO)
11.30am Mass The People of the Parish
5.30pm Vespers & Benediction
We Pray for the Dead on their Anniversaries
Canon Peter Prendergast, Canon Vincent Hurley, Fr Andrew Hurley, Fr George Gresley, Fr Sean Sheils, Fr John Cairns, Fr Arthur Ryan, Hugh Palmer, Helen Louise Enright, Dr Anna (Reggie) Kemmerling, Carmen Georges, Bridie Corrigan, Francis Bartley, Mary Attersley, Bernadette Perry, Andre Lince, Raymond Vaulbert de Chantilly, Annie Gallacher, John Walmsley, Margaret McFarlane, John Power, Marjorie Hook, Edwin Martin, Catherine Mcgowan, Noreen Seles, Edward shaver, Charles Roots, Mary Theresa Johnson, Denise Gianelli, Valerie Huntley, Rocco Forgione, Agnes Harding, Diane Seebold, Edith Seymour, Mary Saegar, Rhoda Addecott, Doreen Spaul, teresa Griffiths, Anna McCarthy, Ronald Abnett & Agnes Una Young.
We pray for our sick
We pray for the sick of our parish
“Father,
by the power of your Spirit
you have filled the hearts of your faithful people
with gifts of love for one another.
Hear the prayers we offer for our relatives and friends.
Give them health of mind and body
that they may do your will with perfect love.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
Amen.”
Please pray for the repose of the souls of
THOMAS HADEN, RIP who died on Sunday, 19th July. His body will be received into the church on Wednesday, 26th August at 4.30pm and his Requiem Mass will take place on Thursday, 27th August at 1.30pm followed by committal at Southend Crematorium.
MICHELE FRANZOLIN, RIP who died recently.
Requiescant in pace
Elliot Dobie
Greetings!
My name is Elliot Dobie and I need your help. Most of you will know me from my time serving on the altar during Holy Mass, but maybe you didn’t know that I am currently discerning the priesthood, and part of this process is a year of discernment before fully entering seminary life.
I have chosen to do this with the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest and this candidacy year is a key period of time in forming and preparing men for seminary, but it costs, and therefore I am asking for financial help from the good parishioners of Our Lady of Lourdes and St Joseph.
To fundraise effectively and to allow people to get to know me, I am hosting (with the help of fellow parishioners) a lunch with a raffle on 6th September after the 11.30am Mass. We will be selling tickets in person after all Sunday Masses leading up to this date.
Any support is gratefully appreciated and you are all in my prayers. Elliot.
First Holy Communion 2027
If your child is going into Year 3 or above and you wish for them to make their First Holy Communion in May 2027, please submit the application by Friday 4th September.
This should be done via the parish website, under Sacraments - Communion
(https://lourdesleigh.org/sacraments)
We will be in touch after this date to confirm preparatory sessions for the children. Please note that these take place on a Saturday (once a month) at 4pm-5:15pm.