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PAPAL VISIT 2010:

HYDE PARK PRAYER VIGIL – 18th SEPT

BIRMINGHAM MASS – 19th SEPT.

All those who signed up for Papal events have been given a place and we are now collecting the money.  For Hyde Park the cost is £5 including children.  For Cofton Park the cost is £25.  Please put the money in an envelope saying which event you are attending and the names of those you are paying for.  This can be posted through the Presbytery letter box. Please remember that if you gave your name for either event but are now unable to attend you still need to pay as the Parish will be charged if your name is on the list.

It is regretted that you cannot transfer your booking to another person.

All those attending the Papal events will need to take with them some form of photo Identity eg Passport or driving licence.

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APPEAL - SISTERS OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS AND MARY:

Thank you to all those who gave so generously to the Mission Appeal last weekend by the Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary.  A staggering £2,522 was raised.  If you would still like to give, please place your donation in an envelope, marked “Mission Appeal” and either pop this through the letter box of the Presbytery or give it to Fr Kevin.

SPONSORED WALK:

Anuli, one of our parishioners, completed a sponsored walk yesterday to raise money for the Guild of Our Lady of Good Counsel, a Catholic Charity that offers support to new and expectant mothers who otherwise may not feel able to keep their babies. They offer  support, both practical, emotional and financial and are in need of funds to continue with this.  If you would like to find out more, and feel able to contribute, you can make a donation online at www.justgiving.com/Anulika-Igboaka.  Or else Anuli will be collecting sponsorship after all Sunday masses today.  Thank you for your generosity.

BAPTISM SIGNINGS:

If you wish to have your child Baptised you can register that you want this done on Monday evening 6th September between 7 –  8pm. Please come to the Brown door. There will be a preparation session the following Monday evening 13th September at 7.30pm.

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FOUR SEASONS DRAW:

Congratulations to our Summer Draw winners:  Frank and Mary Howard, who won First Prize of £221.55 in the Summer Draw, Mrs R Brereton, who won the Second Prize of £63.30, and Celia Donnelly won the Third Prize of £31.65.  New members are always welcome – application forms are in the Paper Shop.  Proceeds go towards Parish funds. 

APPEAL - SISTERS OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS AND MARY:

Thank you to all those who gave so generously to the Mission Appeal last weekend by the Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary.  A staggering £2,522 was raised.  If you would still like to give, please place your donation in an envelope, marked “Mission Appeal” and either pop this through the letter box of the Presbytery or give it to Fr Kevin.

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NEW CHURCH FLOORING:

Unfortunately, the work in the church has over-run and it is not likely that the Sanctuary floor will be finished before the end of this coming week.  There is a wedding on Saturday 21st August, so it would be good if the church could be cleaned thoroughly on Friday after the 10 am Mass.  Many hands make light work so if as many people as possible could come ready to clean the church on Friday morning at around 10.30 am that would be wonderful.  In advance, thank you! 

MASS THIS WEEK:

10 am Mass will continue in the Parish Hall from Monday to Friday this week.  There are no 8 am Masses. 

SPONSORED WALK:

Anuli Igboaka, a parishioner, is taking part in a 10 mile sponsored walk on Saturday 21st August to raise money for the Guild of Our Lady of Good Counsel. To find out more and to make a donation, please visit www.justgiving.com/Anulika-Igboaka. She is grateful for any contribution at all.

 

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NEW CHURCH FLOORING:

The work went well last week and will continue this week so Mass from Monday to Saturday (except Tuesday) will be at 10am in the Parish Hall.  With a bit of luck next weekend we will have a beautiful new Sanctuary floor.  Thank you to those who worked to clean the Church on Saturday morning for Sunday, but a bit more help would be good.  Please if you can spare some time this coming Saturday after the 10am Mass it would be much appreciated. 

REQUIEM, COLIN HUGHES RIP:

The funeral will take place on Tuesday 10th August at 10 am IN THE CHURCH. 

FR JOHN MILLER:

Welcome to Fr John Miller who will be celebrating some of the Masses this weekend.  We are very grateful to him for this. 

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DEACON VINCENT:

Congratulations to Deacon Vincent, who has been informed by the Archbishop that he will be ordained to the priesthood at midday on Saturday 30th October at Tollington Park Parish.

NEW CHURCH FLOORING:

Work is progressing on the marble sanctuary flooring.  Please note that because of this, 10 am Mass from Monday to Saturday will be in the Parish Hall until the work is finished.

Saturday evening and Sunday Masses will be celebrated in the Church.

FOUR SEASONS DRAW:

The Pound a Month Summer Four Seasons Draw takes place on Sunday 8th August in the Parish Hall after the 9.45 am Mass.  Subscriptions need to be in by Saturday 7th August.

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NEW CHURCH FLOORING:

The new marble flooring will be laid over the next three weeks on the Sanctuary.  This will mean that weekday Masses will be celebrated in the Parish Hall at 10 am.  Saturday evening and Sunday Masses will be celebrated in the Church. 

HELP WANTED:

Due to health problems, I need to employ someone to help in the following areas.  Cooking (vegan diet) cleaning and gardening, hours to suit.  If you have one, or all, of the skills please contact Michael on 0208 889 7025, (mob) 07758 671371 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY:

More helpers are needed for both the younger and older groups at the 11.15am Mass.  If you would like to help, or to know more, please complete the tear off slip at the bottom and post it through the Presbytery Letter Box.  We also require a co-ordinator, who would organize the rota and ensure that catechists turn up each week.

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ROTAS AWAITING COLLECTION:

Readers

Sunday morning teas

Papershop duties

Extraordinary Ministers

There are still some rotas in the paper shop – please take yours today. 

WATERFALL CEMETERY SERVICE:

Will take place on Saturday 24th July at 11am.  All are most welcome.

Please note there will be no morning Confessions that day. 

HELP WANTED:

A lady is required for occasional hours during the week and every second Sunday.  Must have own car.  Please call 020 8440 2281.  If the lady in her forties, who called around last May could call again, it would be much appreciated.  Thank you. 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY:

More helpers are needed for both the younger and older groups at the 11.15am Mass.  If you would like to help, or to know more, please complete the tear off slip at the bottom and post it through the Presbytery Letter Box.

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FAIR TRADE STALL:

Our last sale until September is after the Saturday 6.30pm and all morning masses today and includes items with Summer in mind. 

ROTAS AWAITING COLLECTION:

Readers

Sunday morning teas

Papershop duties

Extraordinary Ministers

If you volunteer for one or more of the above, please take your new rota from the paper shop today. If you are on the rota for a particular duty on a Sunday and you are not able to attend please remember that it is your responsibility to find someone to replace you.  This is particularly important over the summer holidays. 

HELP WANTED:

A lady is required for occasional hours during the week and every second Sunday.  Must have own car.  Please call 020 8440 2281.  If the lady in her forties, who called around last May could call again, it would be much appreciated.  Thank you.

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ROTAS AWAITING COLLECTION:

Readers

Sunday morning teas

Papershop duties

Extraordinary Ministers

If you volunteer for one or more of the above, please take your new rota from the paper shop today. If you are on the rota for a particular duty on a Sunday and you are not able to attend please remember that it is your responsibility to find someone to replace you.  This is particularly important over the summer holidays. 

BAPTISM:

If you wish to have your child baptised you can register that you want this on Monday evening between 7 – 8 pm.  Please come to the brown door.There will be a preparation session the following Monday evening, July 12th. 

OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL FAIR:

Thank you for supporting our Summer Fair last weekend.  We raised an amazing £3,700.   

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SECONDARY SCHOOL TRANSFERS:
If your child is going into Year 6 in September and you are thinking of  applying to a Catholic Secondary School for September 2011, you should complete a ‘Secondary Transfer Self-Assessment Forms’ available today from Fr Tom, Fr Kevin or Deacon Vincent.  These forms must be completed and returned to the Parish Office by 11th July. 

ROTAS AWAITING COLLECTION:
Readers/Sunday morning teas
Papershop duties
Extraordinary Ministers

If you volunteer for one or more of the above, please take your new rota from the paper shop today.  

FUNERALS THIS WEEK:
Amalia Pisano, Tues. 29th June, 12 noon.
Teresa Agnelli, Wed. 30th June, 10 am. 

PARISH AGM:
Will be on Sunday July 4th at 7.30 pm.  All are welcome to attend.