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 First Fridays
There will be no First Friday day of devotion for the month of January. We will resume on the First Friday of February 2010. A big thank you to Fr Peter Glas for all the time he has given to this monthly day of retreat in his very busy schedule.
Parish Office
The Parish Office is closed until Wednesday 6th January 2010.
Entrance Antiphons for this week
Monday - A holy day has dawned upon us. Come, you nations, and adore the Lord. Today a great light has come upon the earth.
Tuesday – Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord; the Lord God shines upon us.
Wednesday - The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; on those who lived in the shadow of death, light has shone.
Thursday – In the beginning, before all ages, the Word was God: that Word was born a man to save the world.
Friday - The Lord is a light in darkness to the upright; he is gracious, merciful and just.
Saturday - God sent his own Son, born of a woman, so that we could be adopted as his sons. |
Canonization
Pope Benedict XVI has authorised the decrees that recognise the heroic virtue of Popes John-Paul II and Pius XII, which pushes them both one step nearer to canonization.
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Thank You
Father Joe, Father Pat, Canon Richard, Father David, Father Peter, Father Tony and Deacon Langford send their warm thanks for the many cards, gifts and good wishes given to them over the Christmas Season.
Father Joe writes: “Thank you to all those who contributed to our celebration of Christmas and a special ‘thank you’ for your generous Christmas Offering.” |
Parish Newsletter
If anyone would like to have a large print newsletter, please let Joan know at the Parish Office.
St Jude’s School
The school term begins on Monday 4th January 2010.
Ushers and Welcomers
The meeting for Ushers and Welcomers takes place on Tuesday 12th January at 7.30pm in Sacred Heart Hall.
Addictions
Equipping the Church in an Addictive Society – Saturday 23rd January 2010 from 9.30am to 4.30pm at Victory Gospel Church, Nutburn Road, North Baddesley, Southampton, SO52 9DX. Please book your place by Saturday 9th January on 023 8073 1608.
Hospital Stay
Should you or a member of your family be taken into hospital for a routine operation or rest care, please let us know at the Parish Office. Although you may register your details at the hospital and include your religion as Catholic, this information is not automatically relayed to the Parish. The same applies if you are taken into hospital as an emergency. A relative or friend needs to let us know. If you are moved to another ward, this is not automatically conveyed to us, and even upon inquiry at your original ward, they will not necessarily tell us to where you have been moved. If the hospital authorities fail to offer you the opportunity of spiritual support, they are contravening the NHS guidelines for the spiritual needs of patients and staff. Please also let us know when you have returned home. Visits can be arranged and Holy Communion brought to you at home, but only if we know you have been released from hospital.
Basics Bank
The next Basics Bank takes place today.
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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3rd January 2010
The Epiphany |
 Youth Club
The Youth Club will next meet on 17th January.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Please note that Adoration recommences on 4th January 2010.
CAFOD Supporters’ Day
Saturday 9th January, St Bede’s Parish Hall, Popley Way, Basingstoke RG24 9DX, 10.30am to 3.30pm (Stations of the Cross at 3.30pm). An opportunity for all CAFOD supporters across the Diocese to get together and hear about upcoming plans to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Lent Fast Day. Refreshments provided, but please bring your own lunch. To book a place contact 01252 329385.
Catholic Bible School
FORTHCOMING HIGHLIGHTS:
"Mary, the Mother of Jesus" Study Day
Rev Dave Matthews
Saturday 09 January 2010
10.00am - 3.30pm
"Look For The Table" Spiritual Reflections on Psalm 23 - Study Day
Charles Whitehead
Saturday 23 January 2010
10.00am - 3.30pm
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament (Holy Hour) 7.45pm Nutbourne Chapel,
Wed 06 January 2010
For more details please contact us - phone: 01243 371766
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Child Protection and Vulnerable Adult training
Saturday 16th January 2010
Child Protection Training – 10.00am to 12.30pm at St Jude’s School Hall
Vulnerable Adult Training – 1.30pm to 4.00pm at St Jude’s School Hall.
To book a place please call Soraya Ciccarone on 023 9281 6396 or email
Used Postage Stamps
Please bring your used postage stamps to church. These are sent to the Scout Association to raise funds for the Trust that provides holiday homes for handicapped scouts (boys and girls). The box is in the entrance hall.
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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