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 Day of Prayer
There will be a day of prayer on Friday 2nd October at St Mary’s Church, Gosport for the first Friday devotions. This will be devoted to Our Lady of Glastonbury. Come and learn about this ancient pilgrimage place in preparation for our pilgrimage this month. We will start with Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and Rosary at 10.30am. Father Peter Glas will hear confessions and be there for spiritual counselling and guidance. This will be followed by the angelus at 12.00 noon and Mass. After lunch there will be a discussion followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3.00pm. Father Peter Glas will lead the day. For further details, contact Rebecca on 023 9238 1802.
Entrance Antiphons for this week
Monday - O Lord, you had just cause to judge men as you did: because we sinned against you and disobeyed your will. But now show us your greatness of heart and treat us with your unbounded kindness.
Tuesday – Bless the Lord, all you his angels, mighty in power, you obey his word and heed the sound of his voice.
Wednesday - The book of the law must be ever on your lips; reflect on it night and day. Observe and do all that it commands: then you will direct your life with understanding.
Thursday – The Lord nurtured and taught her; he guarded her as the apple of his eye. As the eagle spreads its wings to carry its young, he bore her on his shoulders. The Lord alone was her leader.
Friday - Bless the Lord, all you angels of the Lord. Sing his glory and praise for ever.
Saturday - Extraordinary Rite Mass |
Network Fareham
A volunteer Churches Together representative is needed to represent the Churches in the borough, speaking for their community involvement. He/she will also listen on behalf of the Churches to developments in the borough for the well-being of its citizens contributing to decision making from a Christian viewpoint. The representative will be a member of one of the Churches in the borough. If interested contact June Haye on 01329 231449.
Park Place Pastoral Centre
You are invited to join the Sisters for an afternoon in their pleasant hall to listen to the music of The Kaleidoscope Palm Court Trio on Sunday 18th October from 3.15 to 5.30pm approx. During the interval a traditional afternoon tea will be served at your table consisting of assorted sandwiches, scones and cakes and pastries. Tickets are £10.00 and can either be collected or ordered by telephone 01329 833043. Cheques should be made out to “Friends of Park Place”. Money raised will be for the Sisters’ projects here and abroad. |
From Fr Joe
Our diocese and also our country have been blessed over the past weeks with the visit of the relics of St Therese, we now hear the news that it seems likely that our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI will be coming to Britain next year, most likely in September. These “super” events are important for the faith in these islands - and not just for Catholics. We read in the Scriptures how delighted the early churches were when St Paul visited them even when at times he had some hard things to say to them. Why is this? I think because it reminded them and us that we are part of something much bigger than our own little parish. It is an encouragement that says we are not on this journey alone. After the Lord’s Resurrection, Jesus met the disciples on the shore of the lake after they had been out fishing. When they recognised Who it was, He then fed them. After this He asked Peter if he loved Him - three times! With Peter’s response the Lord told him to strengthen the brethren. Above all else, that is the role of Peter and his successors - to strengthen, to encourage, to feed. In a different way that was what happened with the relics of St Therese.
We’ve seen a great outpouring of grace with St Therese’s visit; let it encourage us all to deepen our faith for the work the Lord has for each and every one of us. |
Extraordinary Rite Mass
10.30am Mass at Sacred Heart Church on Saturday will be celebrated in the Extraordinary Rite.
Pilgrimage to Glastonbury
Are you in need of healing? Do you have an important petition? Our Lady of Glastonbury is a powerful intercessor and her prayers are answered. Father Peter Glas invites you to come on pilgrimage with him to her shrine in Somerset on Saturday 24th October. The coach will leave from Gosport at 7.00am and be back for 5.00pm. There will be a stop off at Our Lady of Walsingham in Portchester. The cost is £15.00 per person. We will arrive for Rosary followed by Mass at 10.00am. There will be healing prayers and time for adoration and confession after Mass. The church has made their hall available for rest, refreshment and members of the healing team will talk to us about their ministry. There is also a chance to pray in the Abbey grounds which are very beautiful. If you are interested and wish to book a seat, please contact Rebecca on 023 9238 1802.
Keeping them Safe!
An evening for youth leaders, catechists and anyone working with young people to look at models of good practice for Safeguarding, takes place on Wednesday 21st October at St Francis de Sales, Warren Road, Wash Common and Thursday 22nd October at St Patrick’s Parish Hall, Porchester Road, Southampton – both sessions run from 7.00pm to 9.00pm. See the poster in the porch.
Justice, Peace & Ecology
The Solent Pastoral Area Meeting takes place on 22nd October at 7.00pm in Immaculate Conception Church, Stubbington. Please see the poster on the notice board for further details
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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27th September 2009
26th Sunday of the Year |
 Autumn Fast Day
Friday of this week is CAFOD Autumn Fast Day. Please take home an envelope and return it next weekend with your offering.
Basics Bank and Fairtrade
The next Basics Bank collection and sale of Fairtrade goods takes place on the weekend of 3rd/4th October.
 Benediction
Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament this Sunday 27th September, 3.30pm in Sacred Heart Church followed by a cream tea.
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.
Would you like to learn to dance?
Classes for all ages – girls and boys – 3 years and upwards; beginners welcome at any age – take place at Portchester Community Centre. Ballet, tap, modern and singing/performance workshops are all available. Ring Janet on 023 9255 6860 or 077485 42943.
St Jude’s School
Will your child be 4 years old between 1st September 2009 and 31st August 2010? St Jude’s Catholic Primary School, Fareham are holding a series of opportunities for you to visit with your child. See the poster on the notice board for full details. Admission to the school is not automatic and you need to apply for a school place by 12.00 noon on Friday 20th November 2009.
St Anne’s Catholic School and Sixth Form College, Southampton
St Anne’s is a Specialist Science and Mathematics College for Girls in Carlton Road, Southampton. Their Open Evening takes place on Thursday 1st October from 5.30pm to 8.00pm. Parents and girls are invited to meet teaching staff and tour the school and hear about admission for September 2010.
Harbour Cancer Support
A volunteer complementary therapist is needed to utilise their skills by offering treatments to the centre’s clients. In particular, Harbour Cancer Support are keen to hear from trained aromatherapy massage therapists, reflexologists, Indian head massage therapists and Reiki practitioners. All applicants should hold a recognized qualification. Please ring Gosport Voluntary Action on 023 9258 8347 or 023 9258 3836.
Children’s Liturgy Formation
For all who currently lead Children’s Liturgy there are two sessions led by Nicky Stevens and Monika Chemilova – Monday 9th and 16th November 8.00pm to 9.45pm. For full details and venues see the poster on the notice board.
From the McLachlan family
“I want to thank all parishioners and friends of Lillian McLachlan for your prayers, cards and kind comments on her funeral Mass. She will be remembering you all in her prayers in heaven.” From Barbara on behalf of the McLachlan family.
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 - £1731.02
CASE - £245.00
Retiring Collection this weekend for the Cathedral
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