We Pray for the Repose of the Souls of
FR KIERAN DODD RIP—His Funeral will take place at SS Peter & Paul’s, Ilford on Thursday 10th November at 11.30am. Vigil—Wednesday 9th November at 7pm.
ESMEE ROBINSON RIP who died on Tuesday, 25th October. Funeral details to follow.
DR NOEL HAYTER RIP who died on Friday, 28th October. Funeral details to follow
Requiescant in pace
Music at 11.30am Mass on Sunday
Prelude: Voluntary XIII in G—Maurice Greene (c.1695-1755
Postlude: Moderato in C —Francis Linley (1771-1800)
Response to Psalm
To obtain a Plenary Indulgence for Souls in Purgatory this November
Every year between 1–8 November the Church grants a plenary indulgence that can be applied only to the souls in purgatory. The faithful can receive this indulgence each of the eight days to apply to a particular soul — a parent, spouse, relative, friend, or anyone even unknown.
1) Pray At A Cemetery or in our Memorial Garden
The Church asks the faithful to visit a cemetery and pray for the deceased, even if only mentally. Some suggested prayers include the Prayer of St. Gertrude or the Eternal Rest prayer.
2) Go to Confession and receive Holy Communion
In order for one to obtain a plenary indulgence, whether it be for the poor souls or for oneself, the person must detach oneself from all sin. If the soul is not detached, a partial indulgence will be applied.
However, for the sick, elderly, homebound, or those who cannot go out due to coronavirus restrictions, they can “unite themselves spiritually to other members of the faithful.”
The Church encourages this prayer “before an image of Jesus or the Blessed Virgin Mary, reciting pious prayers for the deceased, for example, Lauds and Vespers of the Office of the Dead, the Marian Rosary, the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, other prayers for the deceased dearest to the faithful, or occupy themselves in considered reading of one of the Gospel passages proposed by the liturgy of the deceased, or perform a work of mercy by offering to God the sorrows and hardships of their own lives.”
The individual must also have “the intention of complying as soon as possible,” to the three conditions (sacramental confession, holy communion, and praying for the Holy Father).
3) Pray for the Pope
The Church suggests that the faithful pray one ‘Our Father’ and one ‘Hail Mary’ for the Holy Father.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord. And let the perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest in peace. Amen.
Holy Souls Box
During November we customarily keep the memories of our Beloved Dead in our prayers. Their names can be placed under the Altar by using one of the envelopes at the back of church and placing it in the box provided, including an offering if you can, for Holy Souls Masses. In this way, we present them to God in the Masses and Offices during this month of the Holy Souls.
Dates for your Diary
Monday 31st October—Journey in Faith-RCIA continues.
Thursday 17th November 7pm
Annual Parish Requiem for the deceased of the last year
Thursday 24th—Saturday 26th November
Annual Solemn Days of Eucharistic Exposition
Sunday 4th December—Christmas Bazaar
Journey in Faith-RCIA
The Monday evening sessions of our Journey in Faith—RCIA—continue. Week-by-week we shall explore the Catholic Faith as set-out by the Catechism of the Catholic Church. These evenings are suitable especially for those thinking of becoming a Catholic or for anyone who wants to know more about their Catholic Faith. 8-9.15pm in the Newman Room of the Parish Centre (entrance beside the Memorial Garden).
OLL Ladies Group
This Thursday, 3rd November there will be the planned excursion to Tiptree for the ladies who have booked a place. Please note that the coach will pick up at the bus stop opposite the Church promptly at 10am, and at 10.05 pick up at Westleigh Schools.
Prior to reaching Tiptree, there will be a short break for coffee en route and a chance to view the late Autumn plants for sale at the Garden Centre. We will then proceed to Tiptree and visit the Jam factory , Museum and have lunch in the Restaurant for those who wish. It is anticipated the coach will leave Tiptree promptly at 3.30pm.
For those ladies who are not coming to Tiptree, please read the Newsletter for details of our next Meeting in the Parish Centre
Parish Christmas Bazaar - Sunday 4th December, 8.45am - 1.00pm
We are pleased to announce that our Annual Parish Bazaar is back once again and we need your help and generosity. If you have any unwanted gifts, toiletries, bottles, raffle prizes or bric-a-brac that you would like to donate, please leave them in the Old Baptistry.
If you would like to help on the day, please contact us.
Sue Lawford - 07816 141492, Angela Clements - 07940 183452, email angelaclements47@gmail.com. Thank you.
Tea/Coffee Mornings in the Parish Centre
Please join us for tea, coffee and cake in the Parish Centre after the 9am Mass on Mondays and Thursdays and after the 8am, 9.30am and 11.30am Masses on Sundays.
World Youth Sunday 20th November 2022
World Youth Sunday is a unique opportunity to celebrate the role and significance of young people in the Catholic Church in England and Wales, along with the global Church.
A representative of The Brentwood Catholic Youth Service will be speaking about their work, and holding second collection on this weekend. (you can also donate online at www.bcys.net/donate )
Anything you can give is so greatly appreciated, as any money raised will go towards supporting those in need of financial support to go on pilgrimages and to events, as well as allowing us to continue running our events, provide support and training to those working with young people and so much more.
And of course, please do pray for all young people in your parish, in our Diocese and around the world.
Bereavement Support Group
The Group meets on the third Tuesday of every month in the Parish Centre (Bernadette room) at 2pm. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday 15th November.
The Group is open to people who have experienced loss and Bereavement and who feel they might find sharing their experience with others in a confidential and caring environment. We try to ensure that nobody is under any pressure to talk but participants are gently encouraged to express their feelings supported by other Group members and experienced Counsellors. If further information is required please contact the Parish Office or phone Cynthia on 07783 094312 with your name and contact number.
BCCS Christmas Craft & Gift Fair
The Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society Christmas Craft and Gift Fair is being held at The Mill Hall Arts & Events Centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh SS6 7ED on Sunday 6th November from 10.30am - 4pm. Come along and browse 40 local stalls with many unique items to offer and pick up an early Christmas present. Entrance is £1.50 and under 14’s enter for free.
Help Wanted
We are looking for a volunteer to help clean the organ loft for an hour, one morning a week. If you are able to help, please contact the Parish Office on 01702 478078 or email, office@lourdesleigh.org.
London Marathon 2023
Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society has a number of Gold Bond Charity places for runners in the LONDON MARATHON taking place on SUNDAY 23rd April 2023. If you are an experienced runner or someone who would value the opportunity to participate in this renowned event please contact Damian Dillon for further details on 07912 308000 / ddillon@bccs.org.uk. The closing date for completed applications is Friday 11th November and please note that there is a minimum sponsorship requirement of £1800 (excluding Gift Aid). If you have been lucky enough to secure your own running place through the ballot, we would invite you to join us and run for Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society. The London Marathon is a unique opportunity to raise much needed funds for the Diocesan Children’s Society and perhaps achieve a lifetime ambition at the same time.
St Bernard's High School - Year 12 Open Evening on Wednesday 9 November
St Bernard’s High School
A Catholic Academy for Arts and Science
Open Evening for Prospective Year 12
Wednesday 9 November 2022
7.00pm to 9.00pm
We would be delighted to welcome to our Open Evening
prospective students who are interested in joining
St Bernard’s High School’s Sixth Form in September 2023.
www.stbernardswestcliff.org.uk
We welcome applications to our mixed Sixth Form
from students of all faiths and none,
who meet our entrance requirements and are seeking a school with a Christian ethos.
‘The school is welcoming and inclusive. In 2015, many pupils made significantly better progress than other pupils nationally’ Ofsted 2016
'The gifted, able and talented programme provides challenging enrichment across all year groups and is acknowledged by the NACE Award' Ofsted 2016
‘St Bernard’s High School is an outstanding Catholic school…Attainment and
progress of students is outstanding’ (Diocesan Inspection, 2017)
www.stbernardswestcliff.org.uk
Milton Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex SS0 7JS
St Helen's Catholic Primary School Vacancy
St. Helen’s Catholic Primary School is seeking to appoint a Class Teacher for maternity cover, full time or part time, with the possibility of future permanent opportunities from January 2023. Full details and forms are available on our website or contact Mrs Sears 01702 343823 to arrange a visit.
Closing date for applications is Midday, 10th November 2022.
Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Dear friends in Christ
The purpose of the parable we hear in the Gospel of Mass this Sunday, is to show us the difference between true and false piety.
Dear friends in Christ
The purpose of the parable we hear in the Gospel of Mass this Sunday, is to show us the difference between true and false piety. The Tax Collector stood far-off because he did not wish to thrust himself before God but wanted to approach Him in humility. The Pharisee, on the other hand, wanted God—and everyone else—to see his virtue. Jesus reminds us here, that humility is the foundation of all our dealings with God. He wants us to pray like innocent and needy children who desire His mercy. God wants us to go to Him with confidence. Bring to Him your works, your projects, your fears and whatever interests you. Act with a trusting and open heart. For God does not speak to those who never speak to Him (St Alphonsus, Sermon 9,21). We may not experience any special feelings in our prayer. This should never worry us. The most important way to pray is in perseverance; never giving-up; never being put-off when we seem to be in the desert and all feels arid. In such moments it is faithfulness to time with God that will bear the most fruit, and bring the most reward. Those in love often will not have heightened feelings of enthusiasm. It is enough to be with the one we love, enjoying their company, and often not saying much. Jesus waits for us each day, so that we can be in conversation with Him and receive the grace and solace we need. As we come to the end of October, we ask Mary to teach us each day how to speak to Jesus, and above all, never to neglect prayer.
God bless you!
Msgr Kevin Hale
Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 23rd October
Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Month of the Holy Rosary
Liturgy:
Readings Year C
The Nicene Creed
Preface of Sunday 1
5.30pm Mass Mary Comey, RIP (Anniv) (MC)
6.30-7.30pm: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
8am Mass The People of the Parish
9.30am Mass Mark Solecki, RIP (IS)
11.30am Mass Vincent Foy, RIP (AC)
5.30pm Vespers & Benediction
Monday 24
St Antony Mary Claret, Bp
9am Mass Intentions of Anita Lupton (G&RD)
Tuesday 25
Feria
9am Mass Kath Williams, RIP (CR)
4.30pm Body in Church Catherine Lane, RIP
Wednesday 26
St Cedd, Bp, Secondary Co-Patron of the Diocese
9am Mass Roseleen Armstrong, RIP (JA)
10am Requiem Mass Catherine Lane, RIP
Thursday 27
Feria
9am Mass Anne O'Keefe, RIP (UO’K)
Friday 28
SS Simon and Jude, App
12Noon Mass Josie McSherry, RIP (MI)
Saturday 29 October
Saturday Memorial of BVM
10am Mass John Joseph Butler, RIP (Anniv) (RB)
10.30-11.30am: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
Sunday 30
Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
5.30pm Mass Paddy Joe Higgins, RIP (AC)
6.30-7.30pm: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
8am Mass Archie Battersbee, RIP & Famiy (PD)
9.30am Mass Pauline Godfrey, RIP (Anniv) (MI)
11.30am Mass The People of the Parish
5.30pm Vespers & Benediction
We pray for the Dead our Anniversaries
Mgr Daniel Shanahan, Fr George Steadman, Fr Stephen Wyatt, Fr William Loveland, Fr Kevin Lyons, Canon Thomas Bishop, Florence D’Yos, Sue Fry, Michael Standing, Cecil Ratcliff, Arthur Sanctuary, William Currane, Patrick McCarthy, Lynn Gopee, David Scott-Frame, James Scott, Jeremiah Brennan, John Goodwin-Self, Angelo Nikolla, Maria Michele Lena, Jack North, Gilbert Blanch, Joan Sullivan, Karin Chipperfield, Gwendoline Greiner, Patrick Landers, Maureen Coghlan, Helen Williams, Stanley Watson, John Butler, Olivia Chesney, Alice Conway, Joyce Jones, Helen Lesley, Doris Payne, Mary Russell & Pauline Godfrey.