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 Pilgrimage to Glastonbury
We are organising a pilgrimage to Glastonbury for Saturday 24th October. The coach will leave from St Mary’s Church in Gosport at 7.00am and will have a stop at Sacred Heart, Fareham and then at Our Lady of Walsingham in Portchester for a pick up. We will arrive at the Shrine for the Mass at 10.00am. We will have a chance to learn about the unique healing ministry at the shrine. We will have the use of the parish hall for refreshments and rest. There will also be a chance to see the abbey grounds and to see the original Lady Chapel. Fr Peter Glas will lead the pilgrimage and there will be an opportunity for confession and spiritual guidance. If you are interested and wish to book a seat, please contact Rebecca on 023 9238 1802.
Entrance Antiphons for this week
Monday - O Lord, you have given everything its place in the world and no one can make it otherwise. For it is your creation, the heavens and the earth and the stars; you are the Lord of all.
Tuesday – The spirit of God is upon me; he has anointed me. He sent me to bring good news to the poor and to heal the broken-hearted.
Wednesday - Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women and blessed is the fruit of your womb.
Thursday – O Lord, you have given everything its place in the world and no one can make it otherwise. For it is your creation, the heavens and the earth and the stars; you are the Lord of all.
Friday - The saints are happy in heaven because they followed Christ. They rejoice with him for ever because they shed their blood for love of him.
Saturday - I will raise up for myself a faithful priest; he will do what is in my heart and in my mind, says the Lord. |
Extraordinary Rite Mass
Mass will be celebrated in the Extraordinary Rite this Sunday at 3.30pm in St John’s Cathedral.
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
A few years ago, Robbie Williams had a song called Angels. And not long before that a huge sculpture was built in the North of England called “The Angel of the North”. Going into any gift shop you’re liable to find all sorts of merchandise that might be described as angel paraphernalia. Yes for the past number of years angels have featured in popular culture. I think it is safe to say though, that for the most part, they have been removed from their Christian/Judeo context and speak more of “new age”, fantasy, or just plain kitsch. Yet, angels are an important part of our Catholic faith. This past week we had two feasts just a few days apart that celebrated the holy angels, first, three archangels - Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael and on Friday we remembered our guardian angels.
There are strong scriptural references to Angels in both the old and the new testaments as well as in the teaching of the early Church Fathers. They are messengers who are sent to announce the big events like Gabriel to Our Lady. Angels are given to us to help us on our earthly journey. In our daily lives we may at times feel crushed by loneliness. There is comfort to know that each and every one of us has been given a personal protector, an angelic being to watch over us. A very holy and elderly monk once told me that he prayed to his guardian angel everyday and thanked God for sending him. He couldn’t wait till he could meet him (her?) in heaven. |
Portsmouth People
This month’s edition is available from the church porch.
Bishop Crispian invites you to Give thanks to the Lord……
An introduction to Stewardship in Portsmouth Diocese. What is it and why is it important? This day takes place three times in different venues on Saturdays from 10.00am for 10.30am until 4.00pm: 10th October at St Peter’s School, Bournemouth; 7th November at St Joseph’s School, Reading and 14th November at St George’s School, Southampton. See the poster on the notice board.
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.
Macmillan Coffee Morning
The recent coffee morning raised the sum of £135.00 for the Macmillan Nurses. Many thanks to all who supported this event.
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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4th October 2009
27th Sunday of the Year |
 Healing Mass
A Healing Mass takes place on Wednesday 7th October at 7.00pm at St Mary’s Church, Gosport preceded by the Rosary at 6.30pm. All welcome.
Basics Bank and Fairtrade
The next Basics Bank collection and sale of Fairtrade goods takes place this weekend
Safeguarding
Are you a doctor, social worker or police officer with current or recent experience of safeguarding adults or children? Would you like to offer your skills and experience to the Portsmouth Diocesan Safeguarding Commission? If interested, please contact Angela McGrory, Diocesan Safeguarding Co-ordinator for an informal chat on 023 9281 6396 or 07554 427064. This is a voluntary role that is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced CRB disclosure.
Thinking about Adoption?
Cabrini Children’s Society are seeking to recruit adoptive parents throughout the Diocese for children needing permanent families. Please see the poster on the notice board for full details.
Hungry for One World
One World Week 18th – 25th October At The Well, Fareham – taste a different dish between 12.00 and 2.00pm from around the world. A Fair Trade table will be outside The Well every lunchtime selling Fair Trade goods. Tuesday 20th, One World Quiz in The Well doors open 7.00pm, admission by ticket priced at £5.00 including a drink and raffle ticket. Numbers limited to 40. Friday 23rd a Vigil: an ecumenical service for Hungry for One World at Sacred Heart Church. Sunday 25th October - A Creation Walk for One World Week. Meet at Titchfield Church at 1.00pm to walk to the Haven and back. Children and dogs most welcome.
The Well
The Well is now offering early morning coffee/tea between the hours of 9.30am and 11.00am at a budget price of 99p. Delicious bacon and sausage baps are also available on a snack deal. For those thinking of Christmas Party Bookings, these are now being taken. Price for any party up to 20 people on Tuesday or Thursday lunchtime is two courses £8.99 and three courses £10.99. Candlelit evening dinners for up to 35 people is £14.99 per head. Please contact the Duty Manager on 01329 318731 for more details.
Prayer Group
Are you drowning in problems and stress? Do you need to off-load and be supported? Come and join us. Be spirit-filled and spirit-led. Be refreshed by coming to Fr Peter Glas’ prayer group which will be meeting on Thursday 8th October at Our Lady of Walsingham Church, Portchester. Rosary begins at 7.10pm in preparation for the meeting proper at 7.30pm.
The Anchor – SPA newsletter
The Autumn edition is available this weekend, please do take a copy home.
Thanks from Olive Jerram
“I would like to thank all my friends for their cards, presents and good wishes on my recent birthday. God bless you all.” Olive
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 - £1831.00
Cathedral - £315.00
Retiring Collection this weekend for the CAFOD Fast Day
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