Corpus Christi
This Sunday we celebrate the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, The Body and Blood of Christ.

Missionary Appeal
Today there will be an Appeal by Sr Daphne Norden, a Medical Mission Sister.

Stewardship – Ministry Fayre
The Stewardship Steering group would like to invite all ministry groups in our Parish to prepare an information table for a Ministry Fayre, to be held as part of the joint Parish/School Summer Fayre, to be held on 7th June from 12.00 noon to 4.00pm. The Ministry Fayre will be held in St Philip Howard Church Hall and we would like as many groups to be represented as possible. The stall would remain for Mass the following day. The purpose of the Ministry Fayre is to inform people about the work of the groups in our Parish and to recruit new members for these groups. So far we have only had four requests for bookings. Please contact Sheelagh Pickard to book a table tel: 01329 235131 or 01329 318442.

Last Night of the Portchester Proms
Saturday 5th July at 8.00pm in Portchester Castle. The Portchester Proms is now in its twelfth year and is firmly established as one of the top events of the summer. Set in the majestic setting of one of the UK’s finest castles, the evening is packed full of musical highlights performed by Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. Bring a picnic and enjoy socialising with friends and family before the concert and then settle back to enjoy a feast of some of the finest music ever written. A spectacular fireworks display will round off the celebrations. Tickets: £19.00 before 6th June; £21.00 from 6th June to 4th July and £24.00 on the day. Groups of 15+ receive £1.00 off the current advance price – children aged 4 to 16 years £12.00 only available at the venue on the day; children under 4 years are free. Students: £12.00 available in person from the box office or at the venue on the day with valid form of student ID: disabled patrons – no discount but one companion is entitled to £12.00 concession ticket. If you plan to attend, could you please notify Joan in the Parish Office as we may be able to obtain discount prices if sufficient people are interested.

THE UNION

Thought for the Week
In the gospel Jesus describes himself as the “living bread” given for the “life of the world.” This is what we memorialise in the Eucharist: that Jesus gives himself in his Body and Blood. Our participation in the Body and Blood of Christ demands that we, like Jesus, give ourselves for others. A core of the mystery of the Eucharist – and of ourselves – is self giving.

It is a misunderstanding to conceive of Communion as a privatised moment between “Jesus and me.” Communion with the Body and Blood of Christ compels communion with one another: “we though many, are one body.”
From Living Liturgy

Parish Secretary, St Edmund’s, Southampton
Full time Parish Secretary required, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm. Start date: June or July. Excellent secretarial and computer skills needed, including word processing, desktop publishing and internet use. Time management and prioritisation skills also necessary. Salary: I.R.O. £16,800. For an application form and full job description please contact Parish Office, St Edmund’s, 14 Rockstone Place, Southampton. Tel. 023 8033 3589. Closing date for applications: Thursday 5th June. Interviews will be held on Friday 13th June.

Walsingham
The annual UCM Pilgrimage to Walsingham is on Tuesday 1st July, leaving Fareham at 4.00am. The cost is £35.00 and some spare seats are available. Males and females are welcome. Please ring 01329 311911 if you are interested.

CAFOD
CAFOD is holding Pure Gold photographic exhibition at Southampton Solent University Conference Centre Café in the Square, 157-187 Above Bar Street, Southampton from 5th to 7th June. Admission is free and all are welcome. Open Thursday 5th June from 9.00am to 6.00pm, Friday 6th June from 9.00am to 7.00pm and Saturday 7th June from 9.00am to 4.00pm. Come along and find out more about the impact of gold mining on communities around the world and how we can make a difference to the thousands of people affected. For further information please ring CAFOD Portsmouth on 01252 329385 or visit www.cafodpuregold.net.

Vincentian Volunteers
Vincentian Volunteers provide an opportunity for young people to undertake interesting charity work for one year, living in community with fellow volunteers. Accommodation and living expenses are provided. The volunteer year starts in September. If you would like to know more, contact Sr Barbara Quilty DC: 0161 2269561 or 0161 2736881.

Wintershall (near Guildford) – The Life of Christ
This open air play will be performed on Tuesday 24th June to Sunday 29th June from 10.00am until 4.00pm each day. The cost is Adults £15.00, children £7.50. Adults accompanying children are entitled to one free ticket for every ten children in their party. The production is designed for all ages and brings to life the many events surrounding the life of Christ. To book, please ring 01483 892167 or email.

Pilgrimage from Portchester to Southwick
On Sunday 27th July there will be a pilgrimage walking from Portchester to Southwick, following the journey of the Augustinian Canons in the middle of the 12th century.

Dates for your Diary
Portchester Gala takes place on Saturday 21st June. Further details to follow later.

Celebrating Jesus
Praise and Worship – Faith Exploration – Sharing in small groups – Fellowship. All ages welcome from 7.30pm to 9.00pm at Christ the King & St Colman’s Church, Bitterne, Southampton on the first Saturday of the month. To find out more, ring 023 8045 2094 or email

Please Note
Mass on Thursday 29th May will be at Our Lady of Walsingham Church at 9.30am and Mass on Friday 30th May, The Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, will take place at Sacred Heart Church at 9.30am.

Malayalam Mass and Retreat
The next Malayalam Mass takes place at Our Lady of Walsingham Church on Sunday 1st June at 5.00pm. The next Malayalam Retreat takes place on 6th, 7th and 8th June also at Our Lady of Walsingham Church beginning at 10.00am.

St Jude's Catholic Primary School
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Welcome
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. Alternatively complete our
online form.

Corpus Christi 24/25 May 2008 The Year of St Matthew Year A

APF
The annual APF/Mill Hill Get-together takes place at St Joseph’s Church, 36 Cookham Road, Maidenhead on Sunday 1st June from 2.00pm to 5.00pm. Mass will be celebrated at 2.30pm and will be followed by tea and refreshments. Any Portchester members are asked to notify Joan Hamilton if they wish to attend and Fareham members are asked to notify Terry or Theresa Phillips this weekend. (Terry and Theresa are now the Local Secretaries for Fareham members.)

41 Portland Street, Fareham
The Parish has commenced refurbishment works at 41 Portland Street which are expected to last twelve weeks. No-one is allowed on the site at No. 41 without the permission of the contractor (this is a Health and Safety requirement.) The contractors will need places for their vehicles and equipment, therefore, the church car park in Hartlands Road is not to be used by parishioners for the duration of the contract. No unauthorised person is to park either in the Presbytery driveway or the drive of No. 41 in any circumstances.
Father Joe

Summer Fayre
On 7th June we will be celebrating a joint Parish/School Summer Fayre at St Jude’s School, from 12.00 noon 4.00pm. Andy Jackson, of local radio Wave 105 fame, will open the event at 12.00 noon. There are a variety of attractions and stalls to suit all tastes – see flyer for further details. At 5.00pm Father Joe will be celebrating our Family Mass at St Philip Howard, followed by a Parish/School Disco and social with a bar, at St Jude’s School from 7.00 – 11.00pm. Tickets are available from the Parish from this weekend or from the School Office. Raffle tickets are available from the School Office and after each mass next weekend – 1st/2nd June, £1 per book of 5 tickets. The Grand draw will take place at 4.00pm at the Fayre on Saturday 7th June. Please return counterfoils and money to the Parish or School Office or simply bring them along on the day. Why not bring your family and friends along to enjoy this joint event? Entrance is FREE! The PFA would welcome help from the Parish for manning the stalls on the day. Finally, please pray for good weather on the day.

Accommodation Required
A mature, female professional, non-smoker is moving to Fareham for work and seeking accommodation in central Fareham. If you have a double room to let which is clean, tidy and hopefully not terribly expensive and has internet access would you please contact Elena on 07711 371700.

First Holy Communion
The First Holy Communion Masses will take place on Saturday 14th June at 11.00am and 1.00pm in St Philip Howard Church. Please pray for all those children who have been preparing for this Sacrament.

A Call to Prayer
First Friday Devotions for the community of the Solent Pastoral Area take place on Friday 6th June from 9.15am to 1.30pm at St Margaret Mary Church, Park Gate. The day will start with Rosary at 9.15am followed by Mass at 9.45am. After a break for coffee there will be Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Father John will be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and spiritual direction. This will be followed by Bible Study on the theme: Who is the Holy Spirit? Bring your own lunch – tea and coffee will be available. For further details or a lift ring 023 9238 1802.

St George Catholic Voluntary Aided College
In September, St George celebrates its Fiftieth Anniversary. Bishop Crispian has kindly agreed to visit the college on 9th September where he will celebrate Mass with the pupils. The committee is anxious to trace as many former pupils, staff and governors as possible. You may contact the school by letter or by leaving a message at reception. In addition, they have a special email address. The committee would also like to hear of personal memories and to receive any photographs which they could copy for an exhibition which is being prepared. St George’s are also holding a Summer Fete on Saturday 21st June from noon until 3.00pm and all are welcome.

Finance
Offertory Collection - £1736.50

Forthcoming Collections
25th May – Medical Mission Sisters Appeal
8th June - SVP
29th June – Peter’s Pence

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

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