Blessing of Graves
Prayers will be said at both Fareham and Roman Grove Cemeteries at 3.00pm this Sunday 5th November and at Portchester Crematorium on Sunday 19th November at 3.00pm. Graves and memorial stones will be blessed as requested.
Book of Remembrance
The Book of Remembrance will be open in our three churches during November to enable parishioners to enter the names of all the deceased for whom prayers are asked.
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Thanks
Joan Bell would like to thank Jim Callaghan for all the help given to her when she fell in the car park last weekend. She is extremely grateful.
Confirmation Bishop Crispian will confer the Sacrament of Confirmation in our parish on Friday 18th May 2007 at 7.00pm in St Philip Howard Church. Preparations for this Sacrament will begin with an introductory meeting for parents on Wednesday 6th December 2006 at 7.30pm in St Philip Howard Church. If you wish to prepare for this Sacrament, please fill in the form below and bring with you on 6th December. Candidates must be at least in their third year of secondary education (Year 9). Other young people – or not so young – who, for one reason or another, might have ‘missed out’ are also invited to consider preparing for this important Sacrament. Confirmation 2007
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Do you hold Life Sacred?
Are you a member of SPUC or Life? Can you help? Please ring Rebecca on 023 9238 1802.
THE UNION
Thought
for the Week
Despite what much of the entertainment industry projects, love is not self-absorbed but other-centred, not transient but the enduring hallmark of all Christian faith and living. The paschal mystery’s dying that leads to rising does not refer to physical death, but to the whole-hearted giving of self in unselfish love. Loving is a dying to selfishness and rising to life in profound communion. The link between keeping the commandments and the nearness of God’s kingdom is love of God, neighbour, self. Only then can we offer fitting sacrifice to God.
From Living Liturgy
Andrew Shaw RIP
The Memorial Mass for Andrew Shaw will take place on Friday 17th November at 7.00pm in St Philip Howard Church.
Fairtrade
Fairtrade goods will be on sale after all Masses this weekend. Also postcards ‘Save God’s Beautiful World’ will be sold in aid of Sri Lanka.
Bamenda
This weekend we celebrate Bamenda Sunday and there will be a retiring collection. Our link with the Bamenda Diocese has been in existence now for 30 years and there remains a vibrant relationship between our two dioceses.
Mass in Malayalam
This Sunday 5th November at 4.00pm in Sacred Heart Church, there will be Mass in Malayalam. For further information please ring Jaison on 07737 133646.
Help Wanted
Wanted for a lady living in north west Fareham – someone to do 2 hours light housework each week. Telephone 01329 236172.
The Da Vinci Code – Faith, Fact or Fiction?
Come and hear David Couchman and Tony Watkins answer questions raised by the film and book. An informal evening at Fernham Hall, Fareham on Thursday 23rd November at 8.00pm. This event is free.
Papal Prayer Intentions for November
During the month of November, Pope Benedict will pray especially for an end to all forms of terrorism throughout the world. The Pontiff, along with thousands of faithful worldwide, offers his prayers and sacrifices for the intentions. The Pope’s missionary prayer intention for the month is “For believers everywhere: may they work to remove old and new barriers to Africa’s development.”
Parish Sri Lankan Visit
“Deacon Langford will be speaking at all Masses this weekend to give everybody an update on the outcome of our visit to Sri Lanka. We had a very enlightening and emotionally affected visit to various locations.” Steve Dawson
Gospel of Luke Day – Cycle C
Cathedral Discovery Centre, Portsmouth on Friday 10th November – 10.00am for coffee for 10.30am start. The day finishes at 3.30pm and the cost is £12.50 per person. Contact the Department of Pastoral Formation on 01329 835583 for details.
New and Nearly New Sale
Saturday 11th November at Sacred Heart Hall, Fareham from 10.00am in aid of the Rowans Hospice and Deaf and Blind School for children. Refreshments will be available.
Malayalam Speaker required!
Required as soon as possible to provide first language support to children in school settings. Salary Scale 2 £5884.35 - £6168.50, 18 hours per week – term time only. Fixed term contract to 31st August 2007. For an informal discussion please contact Janet Pitt on 023 9273 3130. Portsmouth Education Authority is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. CRB Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required if you are offered employment. Application forms and job details are available from: Recruitment, Learning and Development, Portsmouth City Council, Floor 3, Core 1, Civic Offices, Guildhall Square, Portsmouth. PO1 2QA. Please note that in accordance with the City Council’s equal opportunity policy, they do not accept applications via CV.
Cumberlege Commission
Baroness Cumberlege is heading a Commission that is reviewing progress made by the Catholic Church in implementing the arrangements for the protection of children and vulnerable adults recommended by Lord Nolan in his report A Programme for Action. The deadline for submitting views has been extended to Friday 15th December 2006. Individuals, organisations or representative bodies are invited to submit their views through a secure email address, via the Cumberlege Commission’s website: www.cumberlegecommission.org.uk or can write to the Commission at PO Box 54866, London SWIV 1WL. The Commission is expected to complete its review in the Spring of 2007.
World Youth Day - 2008
Pope Benedict has invited young people to travel to Sydney to celebrate World Youth Day. The Diocese is hoping to organise a group to take part. Participants would have to be 18 by 1st July 2008. If you need more information please contact Dave Hill at the Department for Pastoral Formation on 01329 835583.
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RC Primary School
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Parish Mission
There will be a Parish Mission given by Fr John Edwards SJ (from Farm Street) lasting from 18th November to 26th November 2006. Fr John is an excellent speaker and many have heard him speak at our Masses during a weekend some time ago.
More information HERE
Ushers and Welcomers
The annual meeting takes place on Thursday 16th November at 7.30pm in Sacred Heart Hall.
The Adoration
of the Blessed Sacrament
“The Parish rediscovers itself in the encounter with Christ, especially in the Eucharist.” (Pope Benedict XVI, 22 September 2006)
Contacts: Fareham - Lily Peach on 077 678 98885 Portchester – Veronica Reeves on 023 9237 2864 or Rose Andrews on 023 9238 8494.
More adorers are needed for adoration at Our Lady of Walsingham. If you can spare one hour between 1.00pm and 4.00pm please let Rose Andrews or Veronica Reeves know.
Saturday Night Special
Fareham Leisure Centre on Saturday 11th November at 7.30pm – price £3.00. If you are aged between 11 and 16 years, please go along.
Dates for your Diary Parish Bazaar Please bring goods for sale to all three churches. We need gifts, toys, bottles, jewellery, empty jewellery boxes, tins, toiletries, fancy goods, books. Grand Draw Tickets are now available after all Sunday Masses. Proceeds from the Bazaar will be distributed £300 Thursday Luncheon Club, the remainder to St Jude’s Pond Project. Parish Christmas Dinner in aid of the Parish Advent Appeal supporting ‘Aid to the Church in Need’. This is a special parish occasion for everyone to gather and enjoy an evening of festivity. Tickets available after all weekend Masses from 11/12th November.
Sacred Heart Church –
St Philip Howard Church –
Adults £12.50: Concessions £9.00: Family £30.00
Tickets can be booked by phoning: 01329 236275 or 01329 234436
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Christmas Quiz
Copies of the Christmas Quiz will be sold at all Masses in aid of the Life Group.
Finance
Offertory Collection - £1622.78
Forthcoming Collections
5th November - Bamenda
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
fill in the form and return it to Father Joe, or complete the online
form
