|  Should we have a Parish Social Group?
A summer garden party, a cruise around the Solent, trips to the theatre, over 60’s bungee jumping (perhaps), country walks, picnics and much more. Would you like to help form a new team of parishioners to gather ideas and organise social events for members of the parish/pastoral area and their friends and families to enjoy? You will be able to devote as little or as much time as you wish so it will not become a chore. If interested, please give your name and telephone number to the Parish Office within the next two weeks and we will be in contact.
Entrance Antiphons for this week
Monday - We should glory in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, for he is our salvation, our life and our resurrection; through him we are saved and made free.
Tuesday – Funeral
Wednesday - I will look after my sheep, says the Lord, and I will raise up one shepherd who will pasture them. I, the Lord, will be their God.
Thursday – I will look after my sheep, says the Lord, and I will raise up one shepherd who will pasture them. I, the Lord, will be their God.
Friday - Give peace, Lord, to those who wait for you and your prophets will proclaim you as you deserve. Hear the prayers of your servant and of your people Israel.
Saturday - The mouth of the just man utters wisdom and his tongue speaks what is right; the law of his God is in his heart. |
Organ Recital
Saturday 26th September at 7.30pm in Sacred Heart Church. £5.00 per ticket, £4.00 concessions. Refreshments available in the hall afterwards.
Vacancy for Parent Foundation Governor – St Jude’s School, Fareham
Bishop Crispian is seeking applications from committed baptised Catholics who are parents of children currently registered at the school, for a Parent Foundation Governor. Please see the notice board for further details. Closing date for receipt of applications is 24th September 2009. |
From Father Pat
Firstly I would like to thank all the Parishioners of Fareham and Portchester for your very kind and unexpected birthday wishes last Sunday! I could not believe it when at the end of Mass, the tune of Happy Birthday rang out. It really brought home to me the kindness and appreciation that this parish shows not only to me but to many others. I will be a year in this Parish in October and it has been a truly blessed experience where I have been challenged but have learned so much. I feel that the Parish of Fareham and Portchester is an insight into what Christian witness is all about and this also has to do with the patient and encouragement that people have continued to show me especially when I continue to make mistakes!
I feel that Birthdays are a powerful insight and reminder into our uniqueness and diversity as human beings. In God’s eyes we are all loved equally because Our Loving Father has no favourites. Each of us is a marvellous work of God’s creation and I feel that a Birthday is a great way of celebrating this. The Lord has shown us this more powerfully by becoming one of us and identifying with us in our joys and sorrows. The greatest birthday in the Church that we celebrate is the God Man humbling himself to become a human person like you and me. Every person we meet each day, we should remind ourselves that they are created in the image and likeness of God. |
Lillian McLachlan RIP
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Lillian McLachlan who died recently. Lillian’s funeral takes place on Tuesday of this week at 9.30am in Sacred Heart Church.
Trevor Bomford RIP
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Trevor Bomford, who also died recently.
Benediction
Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament on Sunday 27th September, 3.30pm in Sacred Heart Church followed by a cream tea.
Oaklands Catholic School and Sixth Form College
Oaklands Annual Open Evening takes place on Thursday 24th September 2009 from 6.00pm to 8.00pm. The Governors are now considering applications for 11+ entry in September 2010. Please contact Mrs Linda White, Admissions Secretary immediately. Closing date for 2010 applications is 23rd October 2009. Tel. 023 9225 9214.
Visit the Relics of St Thérèse of Lisieux
An all night vigil of prayer and veneration of the relics of St. Thérèse of Lisieux will take place at Portsmouth Cathedral from 10.00pm on the 16th of September to 7.00am on the 17th of September. The Vigil will take the form of meditation on the Stations of the Cross. Fr. Peter Glas representing the Solent Pastoral Area will lead the meditation on the 12th Station from 3.30am to 4.00am. Fr Joe and Fr Pat would encourage as many of you as possible to join our Parish, our Pastoral Area and Diocese to venerate the relics of St Thérèse of Lisieux during the night of prayer (Wednesday 16th September 2009) at St John’s Cathedral. Even though our Pastoral Area has been allocated the time from 3.30am to 4.00am it is hoped that many will spend longer than the half hour allocated either before or after.
St Jude's
Catholic Primary School
Web site 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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13th September 2009
24th Sunday of the Year
Racial Justice Sunday |
 Liturgy and Prayer for Loss and Bereavement
Saturday 19th September 10.00am for 10.30am – 3.00pm at St Margaret Mary Church, Middle Road, Park Gate. To book a place ring 01329 835583.
APF
All APF members in both Fareham and Portchester, should note that the Promoters will shortly be arranging to empty the red boxes. The financial year ends in October so the aim is to collect as much money by then. Many thanks for all the support given.
Blessing of Teachers
This takes place this weekend during the 11.00am Mass at St Philip Howard Church.
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The Parish Ecology Group AGM takes place on Friday 25th September at 7.30pm in Sacred Heart Hall.
SVP Meeting
The next meeting of the SVP, after the summer break, will be on Monday 14th September at 7.45pm in Sacred Heart Hall.
Day of Prayer
Fr John Edwards SJ, will be leading a day of prayer at the home of Yvette Harrington in North Boarhunt on Saturday, 26th September from 10.00am to 4.30pm and there are still three places left. Cost is £12 including refreshments and a ploughman's lunch. Call Yvette on 01329 832781 to book.
Stewardship
The next meeting of the Stewardship Group will take place on Monday 28th September at 7.30pm at St Jude’s School. At the start of a new year of the Stewardship programme it would be good to have new members of the group. If you think you have something to offer please come along to the meeting and see if it interests you. No prior knowledge of the programme is needed, but an opportunity to attend a Diocesan Day later in the year will be available and recommended. The next two meetings will be held at the same time and venue on Monday 23rd November and Monday 25th January 2010.
Day away for Carers
The Catholic Disability Fellowship has organised a Day for Carers at Wisdom House, Romsey on Saturday 17th October from 10.00am to 4.00pm. Lunch and tea will be provided as well as the opportunity to have a gentle massage. The cost of the day is £25.00 per person but CDF is subsidising this with £10.00 per person. The number that can be accommodated has to be limited to 35. Please complete the application form in the church porch.
Churches Together in Fareham
Christian Mission in Fareham – where are we going and what is our future vision? If you are interested go to St John the Evangelist Church, Fareham from 9.00am to 12.30pm on Saturday 26th September 2009. Coffee/tea and croissants on arrival at 9.00am; event starts promptly at 9.30am. See the poster in the church porch.
Portsmouth Diocesan Christian Unity Committee
This year’s forum is to be held at St Bede’s Basingstoke on 17th October and those involved with ecumenical work are encouraged to attend. The day is led by Mgr Andrew Faley and the theme will be ‘The Search for Christian Unity – an Audit for Today.” It is essential to register so please ring Mairead Boyce on 01367 242494.
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
Finance
Offertory Collection - £1882.60
Retiring Collection this weekend for Racial Justice Sunday.
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