We Pray for our Sick
Jim McEvoy, Bill O’Connell, Sheena Evans, Janet Weale, Charlotte O’Neil, Ella Williams, David Kislingbury, Mark Shepherd, Eileen Bines, Frank Bramley, Mark Hartley, Gillian Oldham, Basil Emmerson, Austin Butler, Christine Robinson, John Lavery, Paul Keane, Rosemary Bragard, Rose Craft, Maureen Gooding, Dympna Addecott, Pat Lynch, Christian Ryan, Mike Rubbert, Tina Doveaston, Addi Brady, Ben Wilson, Patricia Fleming, Nicky Wigmore, Nan Carrit, Eileen Wilson, Patricia Spikin, Sandra Fagan, Edna Wallace, Beryl Dixon, Nick Evans, Vicky Jack, Lyn Gopee, Mary Boyce, Kristin Hallenga, Anne O’Neill, Cheryl Shallis, Anthony McEvoy, Justin Stark, Sheila Netherton, David Blyth, Janet Woods, Lynne Hilkene, June Moncaster, Laura & Anne Breen, Breda Lynch, Maria Clark, Roy Widdecombe, Johanna Lynch, Anthony King, Chas Taylor, Norma McCleverty, Belinda Balazsi, Johnnie Pool, Edward Martin, Joanna Luciani, Pauline Wilsher, Simon Marshall, Kriston Barnes, Hugh Isaacs, Josephine Griggs, Colleen Worley, Dawn Deleigh, Lorraine Hart, Linda Dean, Wyn McCafferty, Antonella McConalogue, Eddie McConalogue, David Clark, Georgina Cornwell, Annie Holland, Ivor & Joanne Knight, Brian Beresford, Rebecca Peake, David Clark, Connor Bourke, Mattia Mollica, Sharon Levill, Bernadette Lane, Maureen Ward, Irena Solecki, Lanto Bellis, Doreen Troughton, Marguerite Harris, Andrew Exley, Richard Collins, Niqui Denkmayer, Elizabeth McConalogue, Kean Smith, Mick Cordingley and children Thomas Ball, Liam Davis, Connie Price,Albert Chambers, Fergus Grant, Mary Isherwood, Lucy Price & Frazer Gregory.
Please Pray for the Dead on their Anniversaries
Canon Patrick Palmer, Canon Basil Booker, Fr John O’Callaghan, Canon Brian Grady, Fr Augustine Davidson, Mgr Canon John Howell, Fr John Boyle, Fr Stanley Joynes, Elizabeth McCarthy, John Brown, Petronella Jennett, Mary Deyong, Arthur Leftley, Bertha Nesnas, May Hardie, Mabel Salter, Dorothy Hosmer, Denys Hale, Charles McLaughlin, Fred Parsons, Arthur Chadwick, Patrick Shanahan, Peggy Choppin, Mary Donovan, Michael McDermott, Cestan Szymczak, Margaret Park, May Downey, Mary Jones, Wally Hurst, Philip Wilson, Vera Fogarty & Frederick Freeman.
May their Souls & the Souls of all the Faithful Departed rest in peace.
Second Sunday of Easter — Divine Mercy
This is the Octave Day of the Resurrection and the Feast of Divine Mercy. We renew the joy of the Resurrection on this Sunday as we celebrate the incalculable gift of Divine Mercy which Jesus bequeathed to His Church on the evening of Easter Day: Peace be with you…receive the Holy Spirit...those whose sins you forgive they are forgiven. Each year we have the Devotions in honour of the Divine Mercy in our Parish; they begin this Sunday afternoon at 2.30pm and this year it is extended also to our Deanery who will be joining us. There will be a number of local Priests available for the Sacrament of Confession.
Dear Friends in Christ
This is the Octave Day of the Resurrection and the Feast of Divine Mercy. We renew the joy of the Resurrection on this Sunday as we celebrate the incalculable gift of Divine Mercy which Jesus bequeathed to His Church on the evening of Easter Day: Peace be with you…receive the Holy Spirit...those whose sins you forgive they are forgiven. Each year we have the Devotions in honour of the Divine Mercy in our Parish; they begin this Sunday afternoon at 2.30pm and this year it is extended also to our Deanery who will be joining us. There will be a number of local Priests available for the Sacrament of Confession.
I renew my thanks for all those who assisted in the preparation and celebration of the Holy Week ceremonies; many of you work tirelessly, especially behind the scenes, to ensure the dignified and noble celebration of the Mysteries of our Redemption. I am, as always, indebted to all those who help me. So too, I thank you for your kind Easter greetings, cards, gifts and Easter Offerings.
You may like to know that the facility of live-streaming the Liturgies from our church has been a great comfort, since we started it last September, too many of our housebound and those far away. A number of families have told me how their loved-ones, who cannot get to Mass any longer, can join with us at home via the Parish website. Also, I was pleased to hear that Cam-streamer, who provide this facility, are so impressed with our Livestream, that they have added it to their global gallery as an example of good streaming practice!
Next weekend someone from the Aid to the Church in Need will speak at the Masses about the work of this splendid global Papal Charity which gives practical assistance to our suffering brothers and sisters in places where the Church is suffering persecution. This comes at a poignant time, having just seen the atrocities committed against Catholics in Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday. Thank you all for the constant support of your prayers; I assure you all of a daily memento of all your intention in my offering of the Holy Mass!
Msgr Kevin Hale
Priest@LourdesLeigh.org ✚ 01702 478078
The Sunday Homily is available as a podcast at LourdesLeigh.org
Second Sunday of Easter: Divine Mercy
Second Sunday of Easter - Sunday 28th April - Divine Mercy
Saturday 5.30pm Vigil Tony & Eileen Byczynski, RIP (JR)
6.30pm–7.30pm Exposition & Confession
8.00am Mass Pauline Kidney, RIP (Anniv) (VC)
9.30am Mass The People of the Parish
11.30am Mass Thanksgiving to the People of the Parish (B&MH)
2.30pm Divine Mercy Devotions
NO Vespers & Benediction
Monday 29 ST CATHERINE OF SIENA, V, D
9.00am Mass Martha Braun, RIP (SVP)
Tuesday 30 SAINT GEORGE, M, PATRON OF ENGLAND (transferred)
9.00am Mass Intentions of Angela Ward (BT)
Wednesday 1 May St Joseph the Worker
9.00am Mass Frances Emmerson, RIP (Anniv)(AE)
Thursday 2 St Athanasius, Bp, D
9.00am Mass Terence Larman, RIP (TL)
Friday 3 SS Philip & james, aPP
12Noon Mass John & Pat Moon, RIP & Valerie Griggs, RIP (SM)
12.30pm Exposition after Mass until
8.00pm Holy Hour & Benediction
Saturday 4 THE ENGLISH MARTYRS
10.00am Mass Gary Saul, RIP
10.30am-11.30am Exposition & Confession
Third Sunday of Easter - Sunday 5th May
Saturday 5.30pm Vigil Carmel O’Leary, RIP
6.30pm–7.30pm Exposition & Confession
8.00am Mass Bertha Nesnas, RIP (Anniv) (S&JC)
9.30am Mass The People of the Parish
11.30am Mass Joyce Foy, RIP (B&I)
4.00pm Mass Private Intentions of Rosemary Mann (RM) - Ex Form
5.30pm Vespers & Benediction
The Sacrament of Penance is available on request
Services from the church are live streamed
Counters & Folders
Counters: Mary Cook & Jacky Hoggett
Folders: Tom O’Callaghan & Rita O’Callaghan
Is God calling you to be a Priest?
There is a monthly vocations group for those who would like to find out more about a possible vocation to the priesthood. There will be a talk, time of prayer and some food. The sessions take place at St Edmund of Canterbury church, 9 Traps Hill, Loughton, IG10 1SZ. Tuesdays: 7th May, 4th June and 2nd July. Please contact Fr Mark Swires, Vocations Promoter for more information: vocprom@dioceseofbrentwood.org
Flower Festival 15th June 2019
Thank you to everyone who has responded to our request for help with the Flower Festival this year. We now have about 15 Hymns covered, but we still have room for a few more! If you would like to have a go please contact Jo 474062 or Theresa, 335122 as soon as possible.
St Helen's Parish, Westcliff-on-Sea is celebrating its 150th Anniversary in May with the following events
On Friday 24th May there will be a mass at 5:30pm followed by a special dinner with Bishop Alan Williams at 7pm in celebration of all the couples who were married at St. Helen’s Church over the years. Please contact the office on 01702 342324 for tickets.
On Saturday 25th May from 6 to 8.15pm there will be a concert featuring beautiful songs, instrumentals and dance by talented young people from Brentwood Diocesan schools and churches. No tickets required but there will be an opportunity to make a donation. Coffee and cake will be available in the hall during the interval.
On Saturday 26th May there will be an International Food Festival starting with a cultural show at 12pm. Adult £8/ Children £3 (please contact the office on 01702 342324).
Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School
Class Teacher, MPR/UPR ~ Full time ~ Required September 2019. Our Lady of Ransom Catholic School is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly-motivated class teacher in Early Years/KS1 to join our friendly and dedicated team.
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to satisfactory references, medical and enhanced DBS checks.
To arrange a visit to the school, speak to the Head Teacher, Mr Parascandolo, or download an application form please either contact the School Office 01268-785741 or visit the school website www.olorcps.net.
Closing date: Thursday 9th May 2019 (4pm).
Save the Date: Saturday 11th May!
March for Life UK is happening in London. Join thousands of other pro-lifers in creating awareness of the hurt and damage abortion causes and helping to promote a culture of life. Inside festival (LifeFest19) 9.30am - 1.30pm, booking required. The march starts at 2pm (no booking required). For more information see posters/leaflets, go to marchforlife.co.uk or call 07773501721/ 0788550511.
Sharing Hope In Crisis
The Sharing Hope in Crisis team are offering a day for you to hear how they approach situations. This seminar is designed to help you know what to say - and what not to say - to someone facing difficulty and to compassionately share the love of Jesus Christ with those who need it most. The event takes place at the Conference Centre Brentwood Cathedral on Saturday 18th May from 9am to 4.30pm. There are only 80 places available so please do sign up as soon as you can. Go to Eventbrite www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sharing-hope-in-crisis-seminar-tickets-58994806053 or email adeleangel@dioceseofbrentwood.org Refreshments are provided, please bring a packed lunch. There is no charge for the event but there will be an opportunity to make a donation to cover costs.
SRI LANKA: Emergency Appeal
The horror of the suicide bomb attacks in Sri Lanka on Easter morning has shocked the world. For many years Aid to the Church in Need has funded projects in Sri Lanka, supporting the building of churches, children's education and more. As they continue their vital support in the country, we ask you to give what you can to help Christians in Sri Lanka. You can donate via this link: acnuk.org. Please remember all those affected by these horrific acts in your prayers.
Lenten Lunches
Very many thanks to everyone who supported us again this year. We raised the great sum of £640 and donations have been made to Aid to the Church in Need and also the Parish Centre.
Men's Weekend Retreat from 10th to 12th May 2019
‘Lord teach us to pray’. A retreat for men of all ages who desire to draw closer to God in prayer. Book online at www.sioncommunity.org.uk/mens-weekend-retreat.html or email for a booking form to admin@sioncommunity.org.uk.
Pilgrimage to Knock
Led by Fr. John Corbyn, fully escorted Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine, 27th May 2019. £649.00 pp sharing. Price includes flight with 10kg hand luggage, transfers, 4 nights’ in Knock House Hotel with FULL BOARD. All entertainment/ day trips and guided tours included. Single room supplement £100. Contact Patricia on 01268 762 278 or 07740 175557 or email knockpilgrimages@gmail.com. Knock Pilgrimages is a member of the Travel Trust Association and is fully protected by ATOL T7613.
Serving the Homeless
The Committee of Serving the Homeless are organising a quiz night on Saturday 11th May at 7.30 pm in St Margaret’s Church hall, Lime Avenue, Leigh. Tables of 8, £5 per person. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. To book a table please ring Linda 558217 or Nina 462536.
Ladies Group
We meet again next week Thursday 2nd May, don't miss out on an interesting talk from Mr. Cook of Cooks Coaches who will be bringing along brochures and ideas for a summer or Autumn outing. NB: PLUS final details for the planned trip to Parliament! Cynthia & Jan.