Blessing of Graves
Prayers will be said at Portchester Crematorium and Memorial Gardens on Sunday 19th November at 3.00pm.

Our Lady of Medjugorje Prayer Group
If you would like us to pray for your intention, please write it in the book, which is in the porch of the Sacred Heart Church, or text/ring Sheila on 07796801921.

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.

Niall Tuttiett
Niall would like to thank those who offered to sponsor him recently and will be collecting sponsorship money this weekend after Mass.

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
Extract - On the Meaning of Death –
Pope Benedict
“During these days that follow the liturgical commemoration of the dead, many parishes celebrate the octave of the dead, an appropriate occasion to remember our loved ones in prayer and to meditate on the reality of death, which the “civilization of comfort” often tries to remove from people’s consciousness, immersed in the concerns of daily life. To die, in fact, is part of life and not only its end, but, if we pay attention, of every instant. Despite all the distractions, the loss of a loved one makes us discover the “problem”, making us feel death as a radically hostile presence contrary to our natural vocation of life and happiness.

Jesus revolutionised the meaning of death. He did so with his teaching, above all by facing death himself……….Since then, death is no longer the same: it has been deprived, so to speak, of its venom. The love of God, acting in Jesus, has given new meaning to the whole of man’s existence and in this way, has also transformed death…Those who commit themselves to live like him are freed from the fear of death, no longer showing the sarcastic smile of an enemy but offering the friendly face of a ‘sister’, as St Francis wrote in the Canticle of Creatures. In this way, God can also be blessed for it: ‘Praise be to you, my Lord, for our Sister Bodily Death.’ We must not fear the death of the body, faith reminds us, as it is a dream from which we will awake one day……….Through the intercession of Mary Most Holy and St Joseph, let us pray to the Lord for the grace to prepare serenely to depart from this world, when he wills to call us, with the hope of being able to be with him eternally, in the company of the saints and of our deceased loved ones.”

Andrew Shaw RIP
The Memorial Mass for Andrew Shaw will take place on Friday 17th November at 7.00pm in St Philip Howard Church.

Could you be a Magistrate?
Did you know that magistrates, also known as Justices of the Peace are volunteers? People with common sense and personal integrity and knowledge of the local community are needed to deal with most criminal cases in local Magistrates’ courts. You need to be between 27 and 65 years of age and be able to listen to all sides of an argument and contribute to fair and reasonable decisions. You do not have to have academic or formal qualifications or previous knowledge of the law. There will always be someone on the “bench” who has been trained to guide less experienced people through its business. The time commitment is a minimum of 26 half days each year and you do have to be available for full day sittings. If you would like to find out more, please ring 023 9258 8347.

House Group
The next meeting of the House Group will be on Wednesday 15th November, 7.45pm for 8.00pm, at 101 The Avenue, Fareham. The Bible topic is “Verses I never saw before, in the Bible”. For more information, ring 01329 847533.

Christmas Quiz
Copies of the Christmas Quiz will be sold at all Masses in aid of the Life Group.

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.”

Mobility Scooter
A second hand Celebrity Mobility Scooter is offered for sale at a price of £299 or near offer. If you are interested, please ring 01489 880619.

Fr Peters’ Fun Day 70th
All welcome to Fr Peters’ Fun Day 70th at St Mary’s College, Southampton on 25th November 11.00am to 4.00pm. Something for all ages. Main recipients “Children in Need”. Full details are on the website: www.stmaryscollege.co.uk then click on chaplain’s page or phone 023 8055 8497.

Churches Together in Fareham
There will be an Advent Service at Sacred Heart Church on Sunday 3rd December beginning at 6.30pm.

Vacancy at The Well, West Street, Fareham
Relief Food and Beverage Manager: This is a paid position requiring approximately 6 hours per week to be worked each Friday plus 1 Saturday (full day) per month. The Relief Manager will also be expected to cover for holidays. The salary for this post is £5.35 per hour. The Relief Manager is responsible for the coffee shop on a day to day basis ensuring that the highest standards of food hygiene, preparation and customer service are provided. The successful candidate will have a catering background and have supervisory experience. A qualification in food management is desirable but not essential. Please write with a full CV by Friday 24th November to June Haye, General Manager, The Well, 116-118 West Street, Fareham, Hants. PO16 0EP or ring for more information on 01329 318731.

St Jude's RC Primary School
Newsletter here

32nd Sunday of the Year 11/12 November 2006 The Year of St Mark

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.

Rotas
Current Rotas for Lay Ministers of Communion and Readers at Sacred Heart Church and St Philip Howard Church are available this weekend.

Sacred Heart Messenger
Orders are now being taken for the following publications:
Sacred Heart Messenger 2007 - £8.40 per annum
Living Prayer 2006 (Apostleship of Prayer) - £1.25
Sacred Heart Calendar 2007 - £1.80
Please contact Anna Chandler on 01329 234436 by Saturday 2nd December.

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.

Finance
Offertory Collection -  no figure available

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