Churches Together Celebration
As there is to be an Ecumenical Service of Celebration of the Queen's Golden Jubilee on Sunday 26th May at 10am, which some parishioners wish to attend, the Mass at Sacred Heart Church on that day will be at 9.00am instead of 9.30am. Practice Dates for all Choirs and singers are: Wednesday 15th and 22nd May at Fareham Community Church - 7.30pm.

The Sacrament of Baptism
Those who ask for the Sacrament of Baptism for their child are invited to take part in a short course of preparation. The present course continues on Thursday 16th May at the home of Jayne and Philip O'Riordan. If you wish to take part, please call Jayne or Philip on 01329 515991. Please arrange the date of the baptism of your child with one of the parish clergy.

Youth Challenge 2002 This event takes place on Saturday 29th June at St Peter's School in Bournemouth from 10am to 8.30pm. It is a day dedicated to challenging young adults aged between 15-25, about their lifestyle and choices. The title of the event is Dare 2B Different - Live Life as a Young Christian Today. All young people from our parish are encouraged to attend and it is hoped that a coach can be provided. There will be Speakers and Sessions on: *Drugs* *Relationships* *Cloning* *Club Culture* *Gap Years* *Prayer* *Music* *CAFOD* *Dance* etc. Put your views to the Bishop. Speakers and Sessions include: Mark Morley from Catholic Communications Service Erika Hamilton from Solent Hope UK Diana Greenfield - Christian Nightclub Chaplain Sian Thompson from CAFOD Peter Garrett - from LIFE Steve Murray from Behold Mime Ministry Fr. Bill Wilson - Birthdays, Football and the Mass Sylvia Barclay from Youth SVP Rachel Saum from Jesuit Volunteer Community Beth Rae - Time Out Experience in South Africa Ann Martin - Juggling Sr. Maria Natella - Prayer sessions in the Chapel Fr. Andrew Chandler Fr. Chris Whelan Fr. Ray Lyons Marjorie Cumpsty and Sr. Julie - X-press urselves through Art Kevin and Oonagh Atkinson - Dare 2 Dance Crossbeam - Music and Jam Session Evening Rock Concert by Christian Band KATO and more.... If you are interested, please email the Parish Office as soon as possible.

Lost for Words
'Lost for Words' is a course designed to help Christians share their faith in a relaxed, natural and helpful way. It is presented by the Church Pastoral Aid Society, an Anglican home mission agency committed to serving the local church in Great Britain and Ireland. A day is being run for Christians who want to learn how to use this exciting and effective resource in their own churches on Saturday 29th June at the Holy Trinity Church in Fareham, 9.30am - 4.00pm. For further details please contact June Haye on 01329 231449.

A Taste of India
Sunday 30th June 2002 at 12.30pm. at Park Place Pastoral Centre - an occasion for all to come with family and friends and enjoy an Indian meal together. Cost £12.00 (£6.00 for children) - wine will be served. This is in aid of the Franciscan Mission project for Rural Women's Development in India. Advance booking is advisable as numbers are limited. Please write to Sister Judith fsma, Park Place Pastoral Centre, Winchester Road, Wickham, Fareham, Hants. PO16 5HA for a booking form.

Are You New?
Are you new to this parish? If you have recently moved to this area, please fill in our online form, or alternatively one of the "Are You New?" forms to be found at the entrance to the church and return this to Father Paul or Father Chris or to the parish office.

THE UNION
Thought for the Week
In today's Gospel, Jesus prays to His Father in these words: "Father, the hour has come: glorify your Son so that your Son may glorify you." The "hour" refers to his death on the cross. How will Jesus' death on the cross give glory to Him and His Father? It would seem to do just the opposite. When we say something will give glory to a person, we mean it will reveal to the world the true greatness of that person.

Strangely enough, history shows that a person's true greatness is often revealed only after the person's death, and I'm not only talking about the saints. During his lifetime, for example, the French painter Vincent van Gogh produced 1,700 paintings and drawings. He sold only one of them while he lived for about £40 and died with everyone, including himself believing that he was a complete failure as an artist. It wasn't until after his death that the truth came out and the whole world learned how truly great he was and one of his paintings sold at a world auction 100 years later for over £80.000,000.

In a similar way, the death of Jesus gave him glory because it revealed to the world how truly great he was. The sight of Jesus on the cross drew people to him like a magnet. By dying on the cross, Jesus showed us the depth of His Father's love. He showed us that there was nothing that the Father's love would not do for us. His Father loved us so much that He allowed His own Son to suffer crucifixion for us. However, that was not the end as it was followed by His resurrection, which was His greatest glory of all. It was the proof that sin could do its worst to Jesus, but it could not conquer Him. In this way, the resurrection was the final and fullest glorification of Jesus by His heavenly Father.

Vera Smith RIP and Derek Gould RIP
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Vera Smith and of Derek Gould, who died recently. Please also remember their families. The funeral Mass for Vera Smith will take place on Wednesday 15th May at 9.30am at the Sacred Heart Church, and the Service for Derek Gould will take place on Thursday 16th May at 12 noon also at Sacred Heart Church.

Plant Sale
Plants will be on sale after 11am Sunday Mass at St Philip Howard Church on 19th and 26th May and 9th June. Proceeds will go to CAFOD. If anyone wishes to purchase plants but will not be at these Masses, please call Frankie Lane on 01329 310785 to buy them from my home.

Together 4 Fareham - Ferneham Hall
On Thursday 16th May at 7.30pm people from over 40 churches across the borough of Fareham are coming together for an evening of Prayer and Praise. We will be praying for our borough, for fruit from the Gospel, for the needs of our borough, and for the ongoing work of our churches.

15th Fareham Scout Group - please note change of date
The AGM for the 15th Fareham Scout Group is on Wednesday 15th May at St. Philip Howard Church Hall at 7.15pm. Will a representative for each Beaver, Cub and Scout please try to attend this important meeting. The Scout group is also actively seeking nominations for the position of Chairman. If you are interested please contact Andrea Barnes on 01329 283620.

Pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi
Please note that there have been some changes regarding this pilgrimage: Insurance is no longer included, so the price has been dropped by £25 to compensate. An insurance package is available at £16.95 but it does contain a health declaration. For those who have already paid the £125 deposit, this will be credited against their final balance. Tickets will be booked for the Pope's General Audience. On the Sunday we will have one Mass and a taxi for both afternoon visits. We depart on 18th November from London Gatwick at 3.15pm arriving at Rome at 6.35pm: Departure from Rome on 25th November will be at 12.55pm arriving London Gatwick at 2.05pm. Italy is one hour ahead of the UK.

Required by Christian pre-school
Admin/Manager - experience of pre-school procedures an advantage - £7 per hour for 2 hours - 5 days a week Term time only:

Qualified Supervisor - experience needed to run a busy pre-school 5 days per week. Term time only £6.50 per hour. Qualifications required: NVQ III early years care & education\DPP or BTEC National Diploma in Childhood Studies:
For more information please telephone between 9am and 12.30pm 01329 230659.

Christian Aid Week
This week is Christian Aid week.

Kool Dudes of St Jude's
Kool Dudes of St Jude's (breakfast and after school club) currently has a job vacancy for the position of play worker. Hours of work will be 0715-0900 and 1445-1815 daily, term time only with possible holiday overtime. For more information and an information pack, contact Morag Parkins (supervisor) on 01329 235131.

St Jude's Craft Club
would be grateful for pieces of fur fabric, unfinished tapestries, wool or any craft/sewing materials. Please bring to school or church, marked ''Craft Club'. Thank you.

St Jude's RC Primary School
Current newsletter here

12th May 2002 7th Sunday of Easter The Year of St Matthew

A Letter of Thanks from CAFOD
''I am writing to acknowledge receipt of the cheque for £102.96 which you kindly forwarded to us on behalf of Churches Together in Portchester. It is always heartening to hear of the Churches working together to such good effect. I'm sure the benefits are many." Shirley Balfe - CAFOD South Regional Team.

First Holy Communion
Please pray for all those children in Fareham and Portchester who will soon be receiving Holy Communion for the first time.

Welcome
We welcome Beau Marie Sherwood and Mia Gardner who are baptised this weekend.

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2002
Booking Forms for the 2002 Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes (23 - 30 August) are now available from the Parish Office. The pilgrimage will be under the leadership of Bishop Declan Lang and both air and rail travel options are scheduled. If you are sick and wish to join the pilgrimage please contact Pauline Jackson on 01329 236275. If there is any young person (18 yrs +) who wishes to go to Lourdes as a 'helper' please contact Jane Cadogan on 01329 235987.

The Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
"Mary's adoration was profound, interior, intimate. It was the gift of herself. She offered her whole self to the service of love of the Eucharistic God. Everything in Mary was directed to the Blessed Sacrament as its centre and end. (St. Peter Julian Eymard).
If you would like to join in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, please contact Lily Peach on 01329 825447.

Christian Ecology Link
A celebration of God's Creation - songs of praise, readings and prayer will take place today at 3.00pm in the Sacred Heart Church. Refreshments will follow - all are welcome to attend.

Finance
Thank you for your generosity in giving
28th April - Fareham £1683.10 Portchester £180.25
Clergy Training £835.52
5th May - Fareham £1641.65 Portchester £204.30

Special Collection
12th May 2002 - World Communications

Interested in Becoming a Catholic?
A series of meetings and talks takes place each year for those interested in becoming a member of our Church. If you would like to know more, please contact Father Paul, or complete the online form

Father Paul Townsend