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 August
Newsletter
As in past years, there will be one newsletter published for the month
of August, rather than one each week. This will be published on the weekend
30th/31st July. If you have an item for inclusion in that newsletter,
please ensure that it is given to the Parish Office by noon on Wednesday
27th July.
World
Youth Day 2005
This summer will see the celebration of the 20th World Youth Day which
takes place in Cologne, from 16th to 21st August. The World Youth Day
Cross has been passed from the youth of Canada to the youth of Germany.
The theme is “We have come to worship Him” and in the Cathedral
in Cologne are honoured the relics of the Magi, the Wise Men from the
East who followed the star which led them to Christ.
Hospital
Stay
Should you or a member of your family be taken into hospital for a routine
operation or rest care, please let us know at the Parish Office. Although
you may register your details at the hospital and include your religion
as Catholic, this information is not automatically relayed to the Parish.
The same applies if you are taken into hospital as an emergency. A relative
or friend needs to let us know. If you are moved to another ward, this
is not automatically conveyed to us, and even upon inquiry at your original
ward, they will not necessarily tell us to where you have been moved.
If the hospital authorities fail to offer you the opportunity of spiritual
support, they are contravening the NHS guidelines for the spiritual needs
of patients and staff. Please also let us know when you have returned
home. Visits can be arranged and Holy Communion brought to you at home,
but only if we know you have been released from hospital.
Paws
for thought!!!!
A young missionary served in a remote part of Africa with few resources.
One day, unarmed, he was walking through the bush when he was confronted
by a lion. He knelt in prayer, hands clasped, and after a few moments
opened one eye and saw that the lion was kneeling down and had his paws
clasped. “My goodness,” he said in relief, “are you
a Christian too?” “Yes, certainly,” the lion replied,
“I was just saying grace.”
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A
CELEBRATION OF OUR ANGLO-SPANISH LINK
Sunday lunch at Our Lady of Walsingham on Sunday 7th August from
12.00 noon to 3.00pm.
Honoured
guests – Father Manuel and Bishop Braulio
American
lunch on the theme of Spain!!
Spanish music, singing, raffle and fun Quiz
Please
ring Rebecca on 023 9238 1802 or Annette on 01329 310091 if you
intend to come.
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Mass
at Netley Abbey
This year’s Concelebrated Mass in the ruins of Netley Abbey takes
place on Sunday 14th August at 4.00pm. You are invited to bring a picnic
to enjoy after Mass.
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Lourdes
Buffet Lunch
The next Lourdes Lunch will take place on Saturday 30th July 2005
in St Jude’s School Hall at 12.30pm.
All
proceeds to the Lourdes Fund.
Tickets
on sale from this weekend, price £5.00, available from Pauline
Jackson 01329 236275 or Ann Corr 01329 235575.
Everyone
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THE UNION
Thought for the Week
The total disrespect for human life demonstrated by the horrendous bomb
attacks in London on Thursday 7th July, has brought much anger, misery
and mourning to the people of Great Britain. It is difficult to comprehend
that only the previous day there was such excitement, happiness and joy
in London with the winning of the Olympic bid for 2012. The contrast of
those two days has left many people of this country in a state of shock
but, by their bravery, the people of Great Britain have shown the world
that those who wish to terrorise us by killing innocent civilians with
evil methods will not succeed. However, it is not for us to judge, as
God will hold each of us accountable for our own actions at the end of
time. In the meantime, we must try to forgive our enemies and continue
to pray every day for peace and be reassured with the words of Jesus:
“Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill
the soul; fear him rather who can destroy both body and soul in hell.”
(Matthew 10:28)
Father
Chris
Fr. Patrick
Kenna SDB
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Fr. Patrick Kenna who died recently,
aged just 49 years. Fr. Patrick will be known to some of you as he concelebrated
with Fr. Chris at the First Holy Communion Masses of his nephew Andrew
Martins and his nieces Madelaine and Holly Martins. Please pray also for
all Fr. Pat’s family and friends.
Good
News Travelling Library
The Good News van will be visiting 22 Castle Street, Portchester on
Thursday 28th July from 7.00pm to 8.30pm. This Library visits Portchester
twice each month, on the 4th Thursday and 2nd Wednesday. There are religious
books etc. to borrow and cards on sale. Filmed at over 200 Holy Land sites,
the travelling library video: ‘Jesus – the Man behind the
Millennium’, tells the familiar story through the words of Luke’s
Gospel. An emphasis upon realism, means that the cave/stable is earthy;
the shepherds are rough and Jesus has to push his way through the crowds.
A real dove settles upon Christ’s shoulders after He is baptized,
there is doubt in Peter’s eyes as he scoops in the fishes and passing
camels form a back drop to the ‘eye of a needle’ comment.
The crucifixion is harrowing. This video has been seen by 1.25 billion
people. Will you borrow it next?
Fair
Trade
A group of people have started meeting together to undertake the initiative
of making Fareham a Fair Trade town. It is hoped that our parish and all
the churches in Fareham will wish to support this initiative. There will
be an open meeting in the Autumn for anyone interested and a date will
be given later. Watch this space!
Women
of Hope
Monday 25th July 2005 at Fareham Community Church 7.15pm for 7.30pm. The
speaker this month will be Genny Ginete Callaghan from the Philippines.
Come and hear how she encountered Jesus whilst living in Saudi Arabia.
September
at the Catholic Bible School
Saturday 10th September – Dynamics of Reconciliation –
Rev. Russ Parker 10.00am – 3.30pm.
Wednesday
14th & 28th September – Midweek Bible Study – 9.30am -
11.30am.
Wednesday
21st September – Healing Service at Nutbourne Chapel – 7.30pm.
Saturday
24th September – The Da Vinci Code – Gospel Truth? –
Fr. Michael Gwinnell – 10.00am to 3.30pm.
Contact
the Bible School at Nutbourne House, Farm Lane, Nutbourne, Chichester,
West Sussex - telephone: 01243 371766 for further details. www.catholic-bible-school.org
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Musical Evening in aid of three year old Ben
There will be a musical evening on Friday 2nd September at 7.30pm
at Our Lady of Walsingham Church, Portchester in aid of three
year old Ben, who two years ago was electrocuted in a tragic accident
and died for fifty minutes before being brought back to life.
Doctors thought he would be unable to do anything but, thank God,
with prayers and help from the Rainbow Centre and, of course,
dedicated parents, he is communicating and is a wonderful little
character. Please come and support them. Ben’s father
plays piano beautifully and will be playing at the concert.
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St
Jude's RC Primary School
Current newsletter here
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July 2005
17th Sunday of the Year
The
Year of St Matthew |
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Farewell to Father Chris and Father Andrew
On Friday 9th September there will be an opportunity for all the
Parish to say farewell to Father Chris and Father Andrew and to wish them
both well in their new Parishes. There will be a short Liturgy at 7.30pm
at St Philip Howard Church followed by a reception at St Jude’s
School and ALL ARE WELCOME.
Welcome
A warm welcome to all visitors to Fareham and Portchester this
summer and welcome, also, to those who are newcomers to our parish. If
you have recently moved to this area, please fill in one of our “Are
you new” forms to be found at the entrance to the church and return
this to the parish office.
The Adoration
of the Blessed Sacrament
 Contacts:
Fareham - Lily Peach on 077 678 98885, Portchester - Veronica
Reeves on 023 9237 2864 or Rose Andrews on 023 9238 8494.
Adoration
ceases at Our Lady of Walsingham on 18th July and at the Sacred Heart
on 22nd July. It resumes on Monday 5th September.
Applications
to Oaklands Catholic School and Sixth Form College for September 2006
If you are applying to Oaklands for your child for September 2006, you
must obtain immediately a Supplementary Application Form from either the
Headteacher (if your child is in a Catholic Primary School) or the Admissions
Secretary at Oaklands. This should be completed and taken to your Parish
Priest for the relevant section to be filled in and signed. The form should
be returned to the Admissions Secretary or via your Headteacher (if your
child is in a Catholic Primary School.) This form is in addition to the
form which you will be required to fill in for the LEA, which will be
given to you by your child’s Headteacher in the Autumn Term and
will then be returned to the LEA and eventually to the school to be placed
with your Supplementary Application Form.
St
Edmund’s Catholic School Uniform Shop
The Uniform Shop at the School is the only official provider of St. Edmund’s
School Uniform and is open Monday to Friday 9.00am to 4.30pm and during
the Summer Holidays. Please place your orders as early as possible to
ensure that you have the correct uniform for September. For any uniform
queries please contact 02392 892585 or 02392 823766 ext. 2618.
Medjugorje
Pilgrimage
This has been planned from Thursday 13th to Thursday 20th October 2005.
Flights from Gatwick to Split and then coach transfer to Medjugorje. Half
board accommodation – cost £389.00. If you are interested
please telephone Carol Wynn-Jones on 01932 829039. The Pilgrimage will
be accompanied by a Priest.
Summer
Quiz
On sale now – SUMMER QUIZ – to raise money for the Fareham
Life Group. Quizzes will be on sale at all Masses this weekend and cost
just £1.00. Ring Rebecca on 023 9238 1802.
A
request
It would be very much appreciated if those using tables and chairs in
St Philip Howard Hall on Sunday morning would please always put them away
before leaving. Many thanks.
Finance
Thank you for your generosity in giving.
Offertory Collection - £1534.60
Forthcoming
Collections
31st July - LIFE
Are
You New?
Are you new to this parish? If you have recently moved to this area, please
fill in one of the 'Are you new?' forms to be found at the entrance to
the church and return this to Father Chris or to the Parish Office. Alternatively
complete our online form.
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 Chris, or complete the online
form
Fr Chris Whelan
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