SOLENT PASTORAL AREA EUCHARISTIC RETREAT
This takes place on Saturday 29th May at Immaculate Conception Church in Stubbington and is led by the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. Arrival is at 9.30am and the day will end at 3.45pm with Benediction. There will be a talk on the Real Presence, questions and answers, Exposition, Confessions, Mass, testimonies, Holy Hour, Divine Mercy Chaplet.

PARISH QUILT
There will be a meeting for those who would like to help with the stitching of the quilt at 7.00pm on Monday 17th May at St Jude’s School.

THANKS FROM GHANA
“On behalf of all the parishioners and members of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Tumu, Ghana, I wish to write to express our heartfelt appreciation for your kind donation of £300.00 towards the building of our new church. Thanks to your considerable contribution, we are able to proceed towards the installation of the roof and the overall completion of the church building in which we can celebrate the Golden Jubilee of our Parish, come November 2010. We pray that the good Lord will continue to bless you, the SVP and all the parishioners of Our Lady of Walsingham Church in England. Please once again, accept our sincerest appreciation and gratitude.” Fr John Kpan, Parish Priest

ROSARY RALLY
The Annual Rosary Rally organised by the Confraternity of the Rosary, takes place on Saturday 8th May 2010 at St John’s Cathedral beginning with Mass at 12.15pm. The focus will be an authorised visit of a uniquely blessed and consecrated image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, visiting Portsmouth. All are welcome. See the poster on the notice board.

FIRST FRIDAY DAY OF PRAYER
We will recommence on Friday 7th May at 10.30am at St Mary’s Church, Gosport. This is a day retreat to pray for the community of the Solent Pastoral Area. The theme is: Mary, Queen of Heaven. For further details, ring Rebecca on 023 9238 1802.

15TH FAREHAM SCOUT GROUP
“Friends and members of 15th Fareham Scout Group are invited to attend the annual AGM and Presentation evening. It will be held at St Philip Howard Church Hall on 14th May 2010. The evening will begin at 6.30pm and will include awards to our Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. It would, therefore, be excellent to see as many parents and parishioners there as possible, showing support for our young people. Tea and coffee will be served. Hope to see you there.” Mark Moorhen (Scout Group Chairman)

PRAYER IN REPARATION
The Bishops of England and Wales have asked all of us to dedicate the Fridays in May as special days of prayer and reparation for the sins of the Church. We will be having this in the Solent Pastoral Area by having Adoration from 10.00am to 9.00pm at Immaculate Conception in Stubbington. At 8.00pm there will be Rosary, Night Prayer and concluding with Benediction. Please note this will be the programme for the four Fridays in May and I would encourage all our parishioners to take part, even if you can only drop in for a few minutes.

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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.

THANKS TO THE SVP
“Many thanks to the SVP for arranging the recent afternoon tea. It was enjoyed by all those who came and much appreciated.” Anne Corr

THE HOLY SPIRIT
Monday 17th May 7.00pm to 9.00pm at Our Lady of Walsingham Church – an evening of prayer on the theme of the Holy Spirit will be led by Father James Boyle, (formerly Parish Priest at Park Gate.) Everyone is welcome to use this opportunity as preparation for the Feast of Pentecost.

THANKS FROM CAFOD
“I am writing to thank you and everyone in your Parish for the help you have given to some of the world’s poorest people by taking part in give it up! during Lent. We were delighted to receive the wonderful sum of £327.00 that was so kindly donated, counted, banked and sent to us. I hope you are as delighted as we are by this and to know that your gift will help to transform life for families who need safe, clean water, the tools and seeds they need to grow food, materials to build themselves secure homes and much more……….” Steve Tassie, Head of Supporter Services.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Monday 10th May – Social Group Meeting 7.00pm St Jude’s School

Monday 17th May – Quilt Stitchers’ meeting 7.00pm St Jude’s School

Monday 24th May – Stewardship meeting 7.30pm St Jude’s School

Sunday 4th July – ‘Parish Day 2010’ 12.00 noon on the school field.

More details nearer the time.

LIFE TO THE FULL – bringing the Bible Alive – Pastoral Area
A five session DVD for parishes, the evening will be presented in a café style with groups seated around tables. This allows the opportunity for discussion and prayerful reflection. Place: Church Hall, Stubbington, Time: 7.30pm, Day: Thursday, Dates: 29th April, 6th May, 13th May, 20th May and 27th May. Ring 01329 664260 if you are interested.

OAKLANDS CATHOLIC SCHOOL VACANCIES
Cover Assistants: to supervise classes in the absence of their normal teacher. The role will involve facilitating learning. The successful candidates will require the ability to maintain a good working atmosphere and be helpful to individual students and be comfortable supervising across a full range of subjects. Learning Support Assistants: to work alongside some of our most vulnerable students supporting and assisting them in their studies across all areas of the curriculum.

Appropriate training will be given. For further details and an application pack please contact Mrs K Hastilow at the school on 023 9225 9214. All successful candidates will be subject to Criminal Records Bureau and other relevant pre-employment checks.

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 - £1,702.05
Clergy Training - £273.40

Thank you for your generosity.

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