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 Parish Database 2008
Forms are available in the church porch for you to complete in order that we might create a new database. We have to comply with the Data Protection Act 1998 so it is essential that we have ‘informed consent’ from all whose data is held. When you have completed the form, and signed it, please return it to the Parish Office.
Entrance Antiphons for this week
Monday –
God is in his holy dwelling; he will give a home to the lonely, he gives power and strength to his people. Glory be … (Repeat Antiphon)
Tuesday – As Jesus entered a certain village a woman called Martha welcomed him into her house. Glory be … (Repeat Antiphon)
Wednesday - The Lord opened his mouth in the assembly, and filled him with the spirit of wisdom and understanding, and clothed him in a robe of glory. Glory be… (Repeat Antiphon)
Thursday – At the name of Jesus every knee must bend, in heaven, on earth, and under the earth; every tongue should proclaim to the glory of God the Father: Jesus Christ is Lord. Glory be… (Repeat Antiphon)
Friday - The mouth of the just man utters wisdom, and his tongue speaks what is right; the law of his God is in his heart. Glory be… (Repeat Antiphon) |
Malayalam Mass and Retreat
Please note that the Malayalam Mass and Retreat will now take place at Our Lady of Walsingham Church on 1st, 2nd and 3rd August.
Churches Homeless Action
No house – no home. Homelessness in Portsmouth and South East Hampshire – find out more about the organisations and people helping to tackle homelessness – find out about the Churches Homeless Action Christmas Voucher Scheme. Come to St John’s Cathedral, Edinburgh Road, Portsmouth on Friday 26th September from 3.00 to 5.00pm.
Extraordinary Rite Mass
The 10.30am Mass at Sacred Heart Church this Saturday, 2nd August, will be celebrated in the Extraordinary Rite.
Summer Activities Break for Children
These are organised by Sister Judith at Park Place Pastoral Centre from Monday 28th to 31st July 2008 from 10.00am to 3.00pm. The total cost is £50.00 for the four days or £14.00 for each separate day. Please bring along your own mid-day snack. Come along and have plenty of fun while you learn to make cakes and biscuits and fancy cards. Booking forms are in the church porch.
Indian Cooking Classes
These are also arranged by Sister Judith at Park Place Pastoral Centre. They take place from Monday 11th to Friday 15th August 2008 from 10.00am to 2.00pm. The total cost is £75.00 for the five days or £18.00 for each separate day. Come and capture the exotic flavour of India in a five day course of exciting cooking and sampling what you cook. Once again booking forms are in the church porch.
Friends of Park Place
The Friends of Park Place Annual Garden Party was held on Sunday 13th July……and nearly 300 people came along. This was the most successful Garden Party to date and £6,473 was raised. The proceeds are to be given to two FSMA Missions in Ethiopia. The Sisters and Friends would like to thank all those who came, made donations or worked at the event. Sister Evelyn, Mother General of the Congregation has just gone to Ethiopia for their Regional Chapter and will be visiting both Missions. She has taken out a case full of small soft toys for the younger children donated by people who come to Mass at Park Place.
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THE UNION
Thought
for the Week
The wisdom that Solomon requested and for which he is famous is one of the most valued virtues of the Old Testament tradition. Like Solomon, we must ask for wisdom so that we can recognise the great treasure of the kingdom of God when it appears.
The three parables describe different ways people find the kingdom – by chance, by diligent search, by careful discernment. No matter which way, two things are needed: first, the wisdom to recognize the surpassing worth of the kingdom when it appears; and, second, the boldness to stake all on the kingdom. Be wise! Be bold!
From Living Liturgy
Parish Office
The Parish Office will be closed from Monday 28th July to Friday 1st August inclusive.
Altar Serving
Children who have made their First Holy Communion can participate in Altar Serving. A session will be arranged for September and a date will be given in then.
Altar Servers’ Newsletter
David Edwards sent a copy of the Altar Servers’ Newsletter to the Archconfraternity of St Stephen and received the following reply: “Dear David, Thank you for the copy of your Altar Servers’ Newsletter which is very informative. Michael O’Leary, Hon. Secretary, Archconfraternity of St Stephen.”
Oaklands Catholic School & Sixth Form College
The Uniform Shop will be open from Monday 18th August to Friday 29th August from 10.00am to 12.00 noon and Monday 1st September to Wednesday 3rd September, also from 10.00am to 12.00 noon.
Catholic Children’s Society Photography Competition – theme of ‘the cross’
The Catholic Children’s Society has been in touch to ask us to remind you that if you are heading off on holiday this summer to keep in mind their Photography Competition. The Society is on the look out for interesting photographs depicting the theme of ‘the cross’ which they can print as greeting cards. It may be that you already have a possible photo tucked away in a box in the loft but perhaps there will be new opportunities when you are away on holiday this summer. The six winning entries will be printed in a series of limited edition cards which will be made available to purchase online to raise money for the Society. Entries close on 15th September 2008 so there is still plenty of time. Full details of how to apply are online at www.cathchild.org or you can email or call Ann Hoggan from the Supporter Care team: 020 8668 2181, she will be pleased to post you an application form. Good luck and happy snapping.
St Nicholas Gregorian Chant Choir – Schola Gregoriana Sancti Nicolai
The St Nicholas Choir, or Schola Gregoriana Sancti Nicolai, is male voice and dedicated to singing Gregorian Chant. It formed in 2001 with the help of the late Dr Mary Berry CBE of Cambridge under the patronage of St Nicholas, patron of sailors and choristers. The choir sings Gregorian Chant monthly at Sacred Heart, Fareham and every three months at St Peter’s, Winchester. Members meet weekly at the Sacred Heart to study and practise the Chant. New members are very welcome, including complete beginners. Knowledge of Latin is not required. Everything will be explained. Please speak to one of the choir or contact Neville McNally on 023 9286 2384.
More from Fr Frawley in 1937!!!!!!
Entering and Leaving Church
“On entering a church where the Blessed Sacrament is kept, it is customary not to make the genuflection until one is entering the pew or arrives at the place where they intend to remain.
On leaving the church the genuflection is made at the nearest point where one is leaving the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, as at the exit of the pew, or at the altar rail, side chapel or other point of departure.
Do not make a genuflection immediately on entering or leaving the church inside the door, which is superfluous and awkward, especially when there are crowds entering or leaving.
Do not genuflect on leaving the pew when you are going to the altar but wait until you have come before the altar. In like manner do not genuflect before the pew when you have returned from the altar rail.
In crossing from one side of the church to the other, whether in the front, middle or rear of the church, a genuflection must always be made towards the altar where the Blessed Sacrament is kept or exposed.”
St Jude's
Catholic Primary School
Newsletter here
Welcome
A warm welcome to all visitors to Fareham and Portchester 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. Alternatively
complete our online form.
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17th Sunday of the Year
26/27 July 2008
The
Year of St Matthew
Year A
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 41 Portland Street, Fareham - Update
The refurbishment works at 41 Portland Street have come to an end. The Finance Committee and Fr Joe are looking at the best ways we can utilize what few parking spaces we have. If we could continue observing the parking restrictions until further notice it would be appreciated.
Congratulations to Peter and Chris Watts
Peter and Chris Watts are celebrating their 40th Wedding Anniversary on Sunday 27th July and invite you to join them for drinks and celebration cake in Sacred Heart Hall after the 9.00am Mass.
Holy Land Pilgrimage – October 2009
Saturday 24th October to Sunday 1st November 2009 (Autumn Half Term)
led by Father John from Park Gate and Father Joe from Fareham and Portchester.
Price £1,185 based on sharing a twin room.
Brochures and booking forms are available from our Parish Office.
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A Great Big Thank You…
The St Philip Howard Pre-School celebrated its 21st birthday last week with a big party! The Mayor and Mayoress of Fareham attended and so did the local newspapers (so keep an eye out). Early Years Manager, Veronica Riggs, was presented with an engraved vase for her dedicated service at the Pre-School for over 20 years. Children, parents, carers and staff all had a fantastic time and there was even a magician to add a little magic to the occasion. St Philip Howard Pre-School staff and committee would like to say a great big thank you to all those who helped make the day such a success. If any parents are interested in a place for their child at the Pre-School, please telephone Veronica on 07814 870561.
More from Niall Tuttiett at World Youth Day
“Hello from my last e-mail in Sydney Australia. Saturday started at 8.00am getting up and packing everything I needed for the 9.00am 10 kilometre pilgrimage from the other side of Sydney Harbour Bridge to Randwick racecourse….with thousands of people walking over the bridge completely closed off from traffic.........singing, chanting and chatting….Sunday we got up at 6.00am due to the lovely Italians running through everywhere as they were blowing their whistles and singing “Benedictus”….Everyone was getting excited before the Pope’s arrival as he was driven through all the walkways in his Popemobile. I got a good photo from only 10 yards away. His main message was to receive the Holy Spirit and act upon it the best way that you can! At the very end we found out the next WYD is in Madrid……..I will be 100% going and hoping a lot more young people in our parish will be going too!!!”
Time for Palestine
Time for Palestine can organise a visit, staying with families or in a hotel, to show you the history and culture of Palestine and help you experience the reality of life for its people: www.timeforpalestine.net. If you plan to visit with a pilgrim group ask to stay in Bethlehem and spend time with the people there and in other parts of the West Bank. Hold a briefing session before you go – Pax Christi can help with this 0208 203 4884.
Would you like to organise a retreat in Palestine?
The Bridgettine Sisters have small guest houses in Jerusalem and Bethleham: email. The Comboni Sisters in Bethany, near Jerusalem, also have guest rooms: email.
Finance
Offertory Collection - £1636.82
Forthcoming Collections
14th September – Racial Justice
28th September - Cathedral
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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