Please pray for the Repose of the soul of:
Maureen Regan who died on Saturday, 2nd January. Her Body will be received into the church on Tuesday 12th January at 4 pm and her Requiem Mass will take place on Wednesday 13th January at 12.15pm, followed by committal at Sutton Road Cemetery.
APF Boxholders
Please see notice on the board at the back of church regarding a visit from Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith, Archbishop of Colombo Sri Lanka to St George’s Cathedral Southwark on Thursday, 4th February 2016. If you are thinking of going please let me know by 25th January to assist with catering arrangements. I have left copies of the 2016 Missio Calendar at the back of church in the usual place, if you have not already received one please take one. Thank you. Joan Caunce (Secretary) 01268 757505.
Carmelite Meeting
The next Carmelite Meeting is on Saturday 23rd January. The Carmelites say the Rosary in the Church at 2.15pm, then the meeting commences at 2.30pm in the Newman Centre, tea/coffee is provided. The meeting is open to anyone who is interested in deepening their faith, we normally finish by 5pm. Why not come and see what we are all about, you are welcome to come for part or all of the meeting. You will be most welcome.
PARISH FUNDRAISING - December draw
Thank you to everyone who supports the 200 Club.
1st prize £150 219 Mrs M M Braun
2nd Prize £100 40 Ms J Yates
3rd Prize £75 68 Mrs K Franklin
4th Prize £50 166 Mr A Rourke
5th Prize £25 25 Mr P Wilkinson
Subscription is £5.00 per month, either by cash, cheque or direct debit. If you would like to join, please fill in a form which can be found at the back of the church or ring Linda Wall on 01702 558217.
Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes
On Sunday 7 February at 3 pm, Bishop Alan will celebrate Mass at Brentwood Cathedral in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Patroness of our diocese and all who are ill. Join the bishop to pray for our diocese, anyone who is ill and if you have a devotion to the shrine of Our Lady at Lourdes. This Mass is a wonderful opportunity to thank Our Lady for graces received at the shrine or should you be planning to make a pilgrimage.
ABC - About Being Catholic
The series of talks designed to give an insight into the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church recommences this Monday, 11th January: Liturgy & the Sacraments. You are welcome to attend some or all of these talks: if you would like more information please speak to Fr Kevin or telephone Pat O’Connell on 01702 712123.
Money Matters
Offertory: Thank you for your generous offerings received last weekend, which amounted to £1,854.42 and also for the crib offerings of £163.45 which will be sent to Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society.
Counters: Jan Lewis, Sandie Hippard & Nina Bridgeman.
Newsletter Folders: Denise Bloomer & Josephine Vickers.
Serving the Homeless
Sincere thanks to all the parishioners who attended our Carols for Christmas service and for the retiring collection which raised £571.15. This money will be used to support our local homeless projects.
Our next event is a three course Lunch at the Park View Suite on Sunday
7th February at 12.30 pm. Tickets cost £22 each and are available from Jo Ronan on 474062, Linda Wall 558217 or Nina Bridgeman 472536.
Catholic Women’s League
The first CWL Business Meeting of the New Year is on Monday, 11 January at 2pm in the Newman Room. Please feel welcome to join us.
Catechesis for children from year 6 to year 9
Starting at the end of January 2016 there will be a monthly meeting for children from year 6 to year 9. It will be a fantastic opportunity to get together, receive catholic formation and learn how to pray. If you are interested , please leave your details at the parish office.
Live Simply
The Live Simply Group invite you to enjoy watching a film in the comfort of the Parish Centre on Friday January 15th at 7.30pm in order to raise money for Fr Dominic Howarth and Secourscatholique, aid for the refugees in Calais. Our first title will be: Of Gods and Men. Refreshments will be on sale.
Parish/Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes14th-20th August 2016
The Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place around the Solemnity of Our Lady’s Assumption. A Parish group is being planned to coincide with the Diocese being there with our Bishop (and Vicar General!). Six nights (full board) travelling with British Airways via Toulouse and staying at the Grand Hotel Moderne will cost £635. Please indicate your interest by putting your name on the list in the Parish Office.
Sacrament of Confirmation
The Bishop will visit our Parish on Wednesday, 18th May to confer the Sacrament of Confirmation. If there is any adult, young or old, who wishes to receive this Sacrament, please could you give your name to Fr Kevin before the start of Lent (10th February) so that the preparation can begin on the First Sunday of Lent. Young people applying should be in Year 10 and above.
Sanctuary Lamp
The lamp burns for the intentions of the deceased members of the McManus & West Families.
Pray for the Dead
Please pray for our dead on their anniversaries:
Canon Francis Dobson, Fr John King, Fr Gilbert Basil Pearson, Fr Neville Banks, Madeline Moroney, Clive Allen, Stephana Gallacher, Evelyn Roots, Cyril Jarman, Agness O’Donoghue, Agnes McManus, Catherine Ramsay, Hubert Carlyon,
Mary Tomlinson, Ryan Allen, Margaret Bonsor, Juan Billena, Mabel Payne,
Joe De Lobel, Leslie Murray, Derrick Whithil-Smith, Mary Cooper, Tim McCarthy, Lily Johnson, Eileen Watson, Georges Egidio, Dr Robert Clark, Catherine Mills, Pat Rogers, Patricia Manning,Eric Major, John Mayo, Anna Sokl, Gordon Wallen, Rose-Margaret Gilbert, Mary Ann Foley, Elsie Nicol, Nancy Hume, Annie Shea, Brigid Connolly, Violet Read & Gabriel Craven
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
The Baptism of the Lord
First reading Isaiah 42: 1-4, 6-7
Second reading Acts 10: 34-38
Gospel Luke 3: 15-16, 21-22
Preface of the Baptism of the Lord
Eucharistic Prayer 3
Saturday 9th January
5.30pm Mass Niqui Denkmayer
Sunday 10th January
8am Mass Pat Baker, RIP
9.30am Mass The People of the Parish
11.30am Mass Mary Johnson, RIP
5.30pm Blessing of Babies & Benediction
The Epiphany
Dear friends in Christ
I wish you all every grace and peace for this New Year!
The Epiphany of Our Lord is celebrated this weekend and it teaches us two important truths: that we can worship God face-to-face in Christ, like the Magi, and that from this encounter with Christ, we have to mirror His face to others. In the words of Pope Francis - for this Year of Mercy - we have to be the merciful face of God.
Thank you for all your Christmas greetings: the prayers, Masses offered, cards and gifts, and especially for the generous Christmas offerings. Our celebration of Christmas is made possible by so many who work - seen and unseen - for the good of the Parish. So many of you are involved in the liturgical and practical details of our Parish celebrations; I am deeply grateful, as ever, for the spirit of collaboration that exists between all of us members of the Parish Family. I deeply value this work and practical support that you all give. May God bless you all abundantly in this coming year as we place our trust in Him.
Msgr Kevin Hale
The Epiphany
Dear friends in Christ
I wish you all every grace and peace for this New Year!
The Epiphany of Our Lord is celebrated this weekend and it teaches us two important truths: that we can worship God face-to-face in Christ, like the Magi, and that from this encounter with Christ, we have to mirror His face to others. In the words of Pope Francis - for this Year of Mercy - we have to be the merciful face of God.
Thank you for all your Christmas greetings: the prayers, Masses offered, cards and gifts, and especially for the generous Christmas offerings. Our celebration of Christmas is made possible by so many who work - seen and unseen - for the good of the Parish. So many of you are involved in the liturgical and practical details of our Parish celebrations; I am deeply grateful, as ever, for the spirit of collaboration that exists between all of us members of the Parish Family. I deeply value this work and practical support that you all give. May God bless you all abundantly in this coming year as we place our trust in Him.
Msgr Kevin Hale