Thanks
From
Father Chris and Father Andrew
Father Chris and Father Andrew would like to thank everyone for their
cards, gifts and good wishes on their departure from the Parish. They
would also like to say how grateful they are for the support they received
during their time here.
From Veronica Reeves
“I would like to thank everyone for their prayers, cards and get
well wishes – they have worked wonders! Veronica”
From
Madeline Knowlton
“I would like to thank everyone in the Parish for their prayers
and cards following the death of my Father. Madeline”
A Community
of Life and Love
A reflection on marriage, sexuality and love led by Dr. Jack Dominian
will take place at Park Place Pastoral Centre, Wickham on Sunday 23rd
October 2005 from 10.00am to 4.00pm – cost £15.00. Coffee
or tea will be provided, but please bring a packed lunch. Dr. Dominian
is a retired psychiatrist and has written over 35 books. His aim is to
familiarise the People of God with the teaching of Vatican II on Marriage.
St Philip
Howard Pre-school
St Philip Howard Pre-school has vacancies for 2 years 9 months to rising
five years old. Please pop in or ring Mrs. Riggs on 0781 4870561 to find
out more.
St
Edmund’s Catholic School, Portsmouth
The Governors are seeking to appoint a part time Assistant Chaplain for
2.5 days per week. Please contact Sister Regina at School, 023 9289 2585,
for further details.
Worth
School
Worth is a boarding and day school for boys aged 11-18 years. The Benedictine
ethos values the individual and fosters a community life of learning,
worship, friendship and service. Open Mornings take place on Saturdays
1st October 2005, 12th November 2005, 25th February 2006, 11th March and
6th May 2006 from 10.00am to 1.00pm. Please telephone 01342 710200 to
book a place.
Retiring
Collections
We have many special collections for various charities and that is
good. As a caring Church we have shown that we never forget those in need,
not only through our prayers but also by our alms giving. There have been
a few occasions when competing second collections have taken place after
Sunday Mass. This is both confusing to those who give and unfair to the
charities themselves. Would all groups please remember that when there
is a special collection for a particular charity, no other collection
except the Offertory should be taken. Also all special collections must
be approved in advance through the Parish Office to avoid any confusion.
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.
THE UNION
Thought
for the Week
We claim leopards can’t change their spots. We claim we can’t
teach an old dog new tricks. We claim it’s a woman’s prerogative
to change her mind. We usually say these things in jest because we don’t
really think change can happen or happens only to a select few. The gospel
this Sunday challenges this way of thinking. Part of the good news is
that there are no patterns that we can’t break out of. The point
is, we can change. Change is a matter of being saved.
This gospel selection follows Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem; its context is the escalating conflict between Jesus and the authorities. We can well imagine that it doesn’t exactly help Jesus’ cause to be claiming that tax collectors and prostitutes will enter the “kingdom of God” ahead of the “chief priests and elders of the people.” The parable Jesus tells makes a parallel between changing one’s mind and changing one’s life and is quite pointed: believe, change, and so be admitted to the kingdom of God.
Father Joe
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Solemn
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Retiring
Collection
- this weekend for the Cathedral.
Catholic
Bible School
www.catholic-bible-school.org
October at the Bible School:
Tuesday 4th October – Spiritual Direction Course – a two year
Programme open to all which draws on the insights from Ignatian Spirituality
and leads to a certificate awarded by the Catholic Bible School. Commences
4th October 2005 and ends in June 2006.
10.00am
to 3.30pm
Wednesday 5th & 19th October – More than just the Lion’s
Den – midweek Bible Study. 9.30am to 11.30am.
Saturday 15th October – The Gift of Scripture – Fr. Adrian Graffy 10.00am to 3.30pm.
Wednesday 19th October – Healing Service in Nutbourne Chapel - 7.30pm.
Contact the Catholic Bible School at Nutbourne House, Farm Lane, Nutbourne, Chichester, W. Sussex PO18 8SD or telephone 01243 371766.
St Anne’s
Sixth Form College, Southampton
There
will be an Open Evening on 17th October from 6.30pm to 9.30pm –
A level pass rate 2005 98% Grade A and B passes 54%. It is open to male
and female students from October 2006. Go along and view the courses on
offer.
Parish
Race Night
Saturday 15th October at St Jude’s School – come and join
the fun – tickets £3.00 per head, includes supper, licensed
bar – bring your money; bring your kids; bring a friend. The first
race takes place at 8.00pm. Tickets are available from Graham Stanton
on 01329 284057. Please book early so we can cater for everyone.
MacMillan
Cancer Relief – World’s Biggest Coffee Morning
Be part of the fun and fund raising on 30th September 2005 at 22 Magpie
Close, Fareham 10.00am to 12.00 noon. *home made cakes* *raffle*
*bring ‘n’ buy*. Everyone welcome! Kettle’s on already!......do
you take sugar? Further information from Elizabeth Evans on 01329 231448.
Jesus,
Light of the World
This is a Borough-wide celebration at Hallowe’en and takes place
at Ferneham Hall, Fareham on Monday 31st October at 7.30pm. It features
‘Bright Lights’ a special event for children aged 7-13 years.
There will be a candlelit procession from the bandstand at 6.45pm when
youngsters are parading dressed as representations of the darkest force
in the universe. This is for all Christians, especially children, especially
this night. No charge, no tickets – just come.
Parish
Bazaar – 19th November 2005
Please put this date in your diaries and start looking out all those unwanted
birthday and Christmas gifts.
St Jude's
RC Primary School
Current newsletter here
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Sunday of the Year
The Year of St Matthew |
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Father Paul Townsend
Our congratulations go to Father Paul on his appointment to the Cathedral
Chapter. He will be installed as a Canon at the Chapter Mass on 22nd November.
Our Lady
of Walsingham
This weekend was the memorial of Our Lady of Walsingham. Following
the 6.00pm Mass at Our Lady of Walsingham Church, there will be a celebration
to which all are invited.
The Adoration
of the Blessed Sacrament
“I
have often thought on the remedies for this life and the universal indifference
which is following so many Catholics and I find this icy cold death comes
from the absence of fire. I find the remedy, the only one, is the Eucharist,
the loving Lord. When we go to visit Jesus in the Holy Eucharist, His
love always surrounds us.” (St Peter Julian Eymard)
Contacts:
Fareham - Lily Peach on 077 678 98885, Portchester - Veronica
Reeves on 023 9237 2864 or Rose Andrews on 023 9238 8494.
Christian
Ecology Link Regional Conference
This takes place on Saturday 1st October at the URC Church in Andover
from 10.30am to 4.30pm. This is a day for Christians who want to help
the Church to care more for the earth. The day is open to CEL members
and local groups, and anyone who longs for a greener Church. Booking is
essential: only £5.00 (concessions available) – tel: 023 9242
2129.
Healing
Service/Mass for the Sick
The above will be held on Saturday 1st October at 3.00pm in St Philip
Howard Church. Could Eucharistic Ministers please arrange to advise the
sick or housebound of this Service and organise transport wherever possible.
Tea will be provided in St Philip Howard Hall after the Service. Should
anyone be in need of transport, please contact Mary Cadogan tel. 01329
235987 or Anne Lamb tel. 01329 289721.
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Churches
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Children’s Liturgy
The Child Protection guidelines state that it is good practice for all
groups to keep a register of children attending their group, for each
Meeting. If your child is attending Children’s Liturgy, please ensure
that you sign the register at the beginning of each Mass. Thank you for
co-operating in this procedure; it is to protect your child and the volunteer
Catechists working in our Parish.
Urgent!!
“Two or three people are needed to clean Sacred Heart Church once
a week for about one hour, as I am giving it up at the end of October.
If you can help call Anna on 01329 312985.”
Christmas
Cards
The Catholic Children’s Society Christmas card catalogues are available
now. Please take one. All cards illustrate the real Christmas story and
there is also a classic Easter card available. As the Society both publishes
and distributes the cards, all profits go to support its work and the
money makes a valuable contribution to helping children and families in
our area.
Churches
Together in Fareham
Dates for Saturday night specials have been arranged as follows:- 22nd
October 2005, 12th November 2005, 21st January 2006, 25th February 2006,
11th March 2006 and 22nd April 2006. Time: 7.30pm to 10.00pm and the cost
is £3.00.
Finance
Thank you for your generosity in giving.
Offertory Collection - £1795.90
Evangelisation and Mission - £281.17
Forthcoming
Collections
25th September – The Cathedral
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 Joe 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 Joe, or complete the online
form