FR DAVID WRITES
Today is the solemnity of the holy apostles Peter and Paul. By their ministry to the Roman Christians and by the testimony of their blood, they became the patrons of the City and the Church of Rome. Today, as we honour their discipleship and the witness of their martyrdom, we pray for the Pope and for the unity of the Church throughout the world. We also ask the Risen Lord to help us in our own way of discipleship, that we may always hear and respond to his call, ‘Follow me’. Felicem festum, O felix Roma!
SECOND COLLECTION: PETER’S PENCE
There will be a retiring collection after all Masses today for Peter’s Pence. This collection is a concrete gesture of communion and participation in the Pope’s mission to proclaim the Gospel, promote peace, and spread Christian charity.
ARCHBISHOP MOTH RECEIVES THE PALLIUM
On Monday in Rome, Archbishop Moth will receive the pallium from Pope Leo XIV. The pallium, a band of white lambs’ wool decorated with crosses, is the insignia of the Pope and the metropolitan archbishops, and of their communion in the Church. May they always be courageous good shepherds, carrying Christ’s precious lambs on their own weak shoulders. Please pray for Archbishop Moth at this important moment in his journey as our new pastor.
SUMMER ‘COMINGS & GOINGS’
Fr Johnson will arrive today to spend part of his summer here in our parish. He is looking forward to seeing everyone and we know you will welcome him back. Fr David will be begin his summer break after Mass today, heading off initially to the north-east.
BERNADETTE CLUB
Our next meeting will take place on Thursday 2 July 2-4 pm in the parish centre. We will have our surprise summer treat at tea time! Tickets will be available for our summer coach trip to Hastings on Thursday 27 August £26 each. Please bring cash (£20) if you would like to book a seat for one the afternoon musical events in October and November at Wyllyotts Theatre in Potters Bar. This will be the final day to book.
MORNING MASSES
Please note that morning Masses this week, Monday to Friday, will be at 10 o’clock only. Masses at 8am will return the following week.
JULY: THE PRECIOUS BLOOD
July in the month of the Precious Blood. It begins with the Feast of the Dedication of Westminster Cathedral (officially called the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Most Precious Blood) on 1 July.
SUNDAY 11 JULY: SEA SUNDAY
In two weeks’ time, the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, it will be Sea Sunday - a day of prayer for those who work at sea. There will be a retiring collection for Stella Maris, the apostleship of the sea, which provides pastoral care for maritime workers.
BILL BRADDISH RIP
The Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday 16 July at 10am. May he rest in peace.
EILEEN THOMAS RIP
The Funeral Mass will take place on Friday 17 July at 10am. May she rest in peace.
UPPER ROOM LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME
Westminster Youth Ministry have opened applications for an exciting programme of formation for 17-30 year olds which begins in October. Monthly meetings will take participants on a journey of formation. If interested, speak to Fr Tom.
CARITAS WESTMINSTER: VOLUNTEERS FAIR
Saturday 4 July, 3.00–5.00 pm, Cathedral Hall. For more information, please visit the Caritas Westminster website https://caritaswestminster.org.uk/event/caritas-volunteer-fair/
PARKING INFORMATION
Parking is free for a max. of 4 hours in total per day. Beyond this, you will receive a fine for overstaying the time limit. Please note that on weekdays, the car park opens at 9am and closes when it is empty, or at 10pm max.