Father Manuel Gonzalez
It is with great pleasure that we shall be welcoming Father Manuel Gonzalez
back to our parish this summer. Father Manuel will be arriving during the
last week of July accompanied by one of his students, Jose, who will be
staying for a week. Father Manuel will remain with us in the parish for
the month of August and he sends his love and prayers to all.
 St.
Anne's Convent School
St. Anne's are holding an Admissions Information Evening on Wednesday
10th July at 7.00pm. Parents with daughters in Year 5 are invited to meet
senior staff and hear about admissions to the school. For further information
please telephone 023 8032 8200.
Lourdes
Cake Stall
Thank you to everyone who very kindly made cakes, to those who generously
gave donations and to all who supported the cake stall. A profit of £206
was raised and these proceeds will go towards the Lourdes Fund. The diocesan
pilgrimage departs for Lourdes on Friday 23rd August 2002.
Oaklands
Catholic School
Oaklands Catholic School will be opening its doors to visitors! All interested
parents are invited to come along on Wednesday 3rd July between 11.30am
- 1.30pm of find out more.
Day of
Reflection - St. Dominic's Priory
Day of Reflection - Healing, on Saturday 6th July from 10.00am - 4.00pm.
Offering for the Day £5. For further information please contact
Sr. Margarita, OP at St. Dominic's Priory, Shirley Holms Road, Lymington
SO41 8NH or Tel. 01590 681874.
Nearly
New Sale
6th July at St Philip Howard for the 1st Fareham Scouts Group, 10.00am
- 12 noon. Any nearly new items can be collected by either Anna Dalrymple
01329 230426 or Meg Brunning on 01329 314323 or can be left at St Philip
Howard Hall on Friday 5th July between 7.30pm and 9.00pm.
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Catholic
Certificate in Religious Studies
This course is an introduction to theology in the Roman Catholic
tradition and is an ideal formation for catechists or indeed,
for any adult interested in exploring their faith. The course
begins in September at the Cathedral Discovery Centre in Portsmouth.
Please contact
the Parish Office if you would like more information or would
like to take part.
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Vacancy
at 'The Well'
There is currently a vacancy for a Food and Beverage Manager at the Christian
ecumenical outreach centre, 'The Well'. The post is a permanent, paid
position, which will require approximately 19 hours per week: 8.00am -
2.30pm on Wednesday to Friday and 8.00am to 5.30pm on alternate Saturdays.
Hours worked will be paid at the rate of £4.50 per hour. The Food
And Beverage Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operation and profitability
of the coffee shop, with general supervision over the volunteer staff
working in that area. Food planning and preparation is a major component
of the job, which also includes cash handling. He/she will work closely
with the General Manager, and will cover for the General Manager when
the holder of that post has time off. It is anticipated that the successful
candidate will have good catering experience and supervisory background.
A knowledge of retail trading is desirable. The holder of this post will
need to be sympathetic to the Christian ethos of 'The Well'. If you are
interested in this opportunity please write, enclosing a full CV, to Mrs
June Haye, 7 Malvern Avenue, Fareham PO14 1QF. If you have any questions
which you would like to discuss informally, please contact June on 01329
318731. The closing date for applications is Friday 26th July.
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.
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THE
UNION
Thought for the Week
Throughout the world, in all liturgical traditions, Christians
celebrate the Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul, which we celebrate today.
Peter and
Paul were contemporaries of Jesus, both Jewish, who came from very different
backgrounds. Much evidence would suggest that they were about the same
age as Jesus. They had very different characters but were both called
by Jesus and responded with generosity and courage. We honour them today
as the two apostles who had a vital role in the growth of the Christian
family in those early days after the death of Jesus. Both were martyrs.
Peter was executed in Rome by the emperor Nero in the year 64; he was
crucified upside down. Nero also executed Paul in Rome; he was beheaded
in the year 67.
Both men
worked for the unity of the Christian family spread throughout the world.
Peter worked for the growth of the Church among the Jews and Paul brought
the faith to the people of the gentile world in the Roman Empire. As we
honour them today we must renew our efforts to work and pray for that
same unity, using our gift and talents to proclaim the Gospel to everyone.
Sr. Mary
Moore
It is with considerable regret that I must announce the departure of Sr.
Mary from the parish of Fareham and Portchester. She will be leaving us
towards the end of August. After much thought and prayer, Sr. Mary has
decided to retire from parish work. She will be living as a member of
the L.S.U community in Southampton.
Like me,
this is the second time that Sr. Mary will be leaving Fareham. She first
came here in 1965 to teach at St. Jude's under the then Head teacher Mr.
Howard Brebner. She remained in that post until 1971 when she left to
take up another school appointment. On retiring from teaching, Sr. Mary
came to Fareham in 1987 at the invitation of Fr. Michael Peters to work
in our parish. For the majority of her second time in Fareham, Sr. Mary
lived at 38, Hartlands Road later moving, at the invitation of Fr. Hopgood,
to the presbytery in Portchester.
Sr. Mary
is on holiday at the moment. I thought, therefore, that this would be
a good time to have a collection for her so that we can show our appreciation
for all that she has done for us. There will be collections for Sr. Mary
at the end of all Masses on Sundays the 7th and 14th July. Contributions
may also be left at the Presbytery marked "Sr. Mary". The collection
for the Apostleship of the Sea will be transferred to Sunday 21st July.
Disabled
Equipment for Sale
For sale - New 'Freerider Scooter, New 3 Wheeler Walker with brakes and
a Slim Straight Stair Stairlift. For further information or prices please
contact Carole Johnson on 01329 285500.
Charity
Gospel Concert - Fernham Hall
The Edwards Gospel Singers are delighted to announce that they will be
in concert at Fernham Hall, Osborne Rd, Fareham on Thursday 25 July at
7.30pm. This charity concert aims to raise awareness and funds on behalf
of LUPUS UK sufferers. This 'Disease of a Thousand Faces', can be mild,
disabling or in some cases fatal and the symptoms can include joint and
muscle pain, fatigue, depression, kidney problems, lung damage, hair loss,
and heart complications. Current research into this debilitating condition,
for which there is no known cure, is not funded by the Government and
relies on donations and fund raising events. If you would like to help
LUPUS sufferers have a better quality of life then please do support this
event. Tickets from Fernham Hall on 01329 231942.
St. Jude's
-Vacancy for Foundation Governor
Bishop Crispian, who has absolute discretion in the appointment of Foundation
Governors, is seeking applications from committed baptised Catholics who
wish to be considered for the above vacancy. The governors of a Catholic
school work as a team, in close co-operation with the headteacher and
all staff. In addition to the legal responsibilities of the Governing
Body, the Foundation Governors have a responsibility for preserving the
religious character of the school, sustaining and developing the school
as a Catholic educating community in accordance with Canon (church) law
and the teaching of the Catholic Church and giving clear witness, as individuals,
and as a team, to the Gospel message and to the Church's teaching. Appropriate
training is available during the period of service (from date of appointment
until 31 August 2005). Lack of experience in education in a Catholic school
should not deter anyone from applying if there is a genuine desire to
serve the mission of the Church. Application packs are available from
the Parish Priest, the School Office or the Department for Schools Governance,
Park Place Pastoral Centre, Winchester Road, Wickham PO17 5HA. Closing
date for receipt of applications is 22 July 2002.
St.
Jude's PFA 50/50 Draw
This month's winners of the 50/50 Draw are Mrs B Scott, Mrs L Bushnell
and Mrs M Martin.
St Jude's
RC Primary School
Current newsletter here
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30th
June 2002
Ss. Peter and Paul
The
Year of St Matthew
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Change in
Mass times on Sunday 14th July
Recently, we explained that we would need to alter the Mass times in
our parish. This is because Fr. Chris will be on his own next year and is
permitted to say three Sunday Masses. Fr. Charles has very kindly agreed
to celebrate one Sunday Mass each week. This means that there will be four
Masses instead of the six that we have become used to.
As from
Sunday 14th July the Masses will be as follows:
6.30pm
Saturday-Sacred Heart
9.00am Sunday-Sacred Heart
11.00am Sunday-St Philip Howard
5.30pm Sunday-Our Lady of Walsingham
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If anyone in
Portchester would like transport to a morning Mass, please contact
the office. 
If you
are able to offer a lift from Portchester to a morning Mass, please contact
the Parish Office.
End of
Sunday Morning Mass - Portchester
To mark the end of Sunday morning Masses at Our Lady of Walsingham Church,
there will be an American-style buffet lunch starting at 12.30pm on Sunday
7th July. Please add your name to the list at the back of the church with
a note of what food you are able to bring along. Soft drinks, tea and
coffee will be available free of charge. You are also welcome to bring
an alcoholic beverage for your own consumption. There will be a raffle
on the day so donations of prizes will be gratefully received.
House
Mass - Care Group Network
A House Mass will be held on Monday 8th July at 5 Silver Birch Avenue,
Fareham for anyone within the Care Network Area of Silver Birch Avenue,
Justin Close or Cleveland Drive. The Mass will start at 7.30pm followed
by an American supper - you are welcome to bring some food to share. It
would be helpful, if possible, to know numbers in advance so please telephone
Sue McMullan on 01329 284638 or Bernie Russell 01329 236779 to confirm,
or for further information.
 The
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
"All the sacraments, O Jesus, and especially this sacrament of
the Eucharist, flow forth from your loving heart. I wish I could give
you as much honour and glory as you give your Father in this divine mystery.
I know you love me now with the same degree of love that compelled you
to die on the cross for me. Divine Heart, introduce yourself to those
who do not know you. I adore you, I thank you, I love you, with every
soul who loves you at this moment." (St. Alphonsus Liguori)
Someone is urgently needed to fill in the hours from 2:00-3:00 pm
and 3:00-4:00 pm on Wednesdays as well as 5:00-6:00 pm on Thursdays. If
you are able to help, please kindly call Lily Peach on 01329 825447 or
077 678 98885.
APF Annual
Mission Mass
The Annual Mission Mass will be celebrated in St. John's Cathedral on
Wednesday 17th July at 7.30pm. This will be followed by a short film,
in the Cathedral Centre, about a Missionary in Guatemala. All welcome.
Wanted
If anyone has a child's buggy or pram that they no longer require which
would be suitable for a baby of three months, please telephone Mary Cadogan
on 01329 235987. A carrycot is also required.
Finance
Thank you for your generosity in giving.
Fareham - £1846.98 Portchester £177.00
Forthcoming
Special Collections
This weekend - 30th June 2002 - Peter's Pence
7th July - Sr. Mary's Leaving Collection
14th July - Sr. Mary's Leaving Collection
21st July - Apostleship of the Sea
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
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