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
Thank you to all those who have returned squares promptly – there are some beautiful efforts but there are many more still to come! We will begin stitching them on 17th May so if yours is still in production, could you make a real effort this week and get them back to us next weekend. The boxes will remain in church for the next few weeks so that late offerings can be added later.

HAITI EARTHQUAKE
CAFOD supporters in England and Wales raised more than £4.7 million for CAFOD’s Haiti earthquake appeal (£270,380 from the diocese of Portsmouth alone.) Now, more than three months after the earthquake, food, shelter, clean water and healthcare have been provided to hundreds of thousands of people.

RETIRING COLLECTION
There is a Retiring Collection next weekend for World Communications.

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.

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)

ITEMS FOR NEWSLETTER
Please ensure that items for inclusion in the Parish Newsletter are sent to Joan at the Parish Office by lunchtime on Wednesdays.

CHRISTIANS DO NOT NEED TO FEAR DEATH
Pope Benedict said recently that in a society where a fear of death drives some to despair, Christians are called to have hope founded on God’s love…….”the destiny of human existence: it flowers from the earth….in a precise point of the world….and is called to Heaven, to the homeland from which it comes mysteriously. The Christian is distinguished by the fact that he places his security in God, in a love so great that it can renew the whole world….We have a great and unfailing hope founded on the solid rock of the love of God which assures us that the life of those who die in Christ is not taken away, but transformed.”

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH
TODAY Sunday 9th May at 7.00pm in Holy Trinity Church, Fareham as part of the HT175 celebrations: A Choir for all Seasons. A concert reflecting the rich heritage of English Church Music, something for everyone – songs from “Joseph” to “Zadok the Priest” and much more. Come and hear members of our own and many other Fareham church choirs singing their hearts out and join in yourself for some of the numbers. Entry is free. Retiring Collection in aid of HT175. For more information on all our events throughout May including many in this coming week go to: www.ht175.org.uk or see the posters.

CAN YOU HELP IN THE CHURCH?
Our three churches are cared for in many ways by different people. All of our three churches have a small group of people who meet once a week to clean that particular church. More helpers would be welcome. Similarly, a small number of people take a turn to help to arrange the flowers in the Sacred Heart Church, St Philip Howard Church or the Church of Our Lady of Walsingham. More helpers are needed. Help is also needed at Our Lady of Walsingham in caring for the church grounds. If you are able to help with any of the above, please speak to Father Joe.

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.

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.

THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD
Next Sunday we celebrate the Ascension of the Lord.

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.

THANKS TO CHURCHES TOGETHER IN PORTCHESTER – LENT LUNCHES
“I’m writing to thank you for the help you have given to some of the world’s poorest people. We were delighted to receive the wonderful sum of £163.71……….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………..Thank you again for showing such compassion and helping others in our global family whose lives are very difficult. Please continue to pray for help and justice for all people in need and the success of CAFOD’s work. Your support is so appreciated.” Steve Tassie, CAFOD

FOR YOUNG PARISHIONERS
The Parish Youth Club is open to all parishioners aged between 11 – 16yrs inclusive. We meet in the St. Philip Howard Hall between 7.00pm and 9.00pm on Sunday evenings. There is a lot to do in a friendly atmosphere. Why not come along?

PAPAL VISIT – SPECIAL COLLECTION
There will be a special collection on Pentecost Sunday, 23rd May, to cover the expenses for the Papal Visit.

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 - £1,591.45
Total Clergy Training - £372.00

Thank you for your generosity.

Copyright © 1996-2011 Web Page Design - Cyber Innovations. All Rights Reserved. All Trademarks Recognised