Twenty-Seventh Week of ordinary time
CAFOD HARVEST FAST DAY – Second Collection next weekend.
Daniel is hard-working, resilient, and full of empathy. He really cares for the people around him and is determined to help his family. Daniel who lives in Goma, in the Democratic Republic of Congo grew up with real poverty. His family didn't always have enough to eat, despite both of his parents working. There was no money to send him to school. As soon as he was old enough, he started looking for work so he could support his family. But without an education his opportunities were even more limited. Thankfully, he encountered a group of young men putting on dusty overalls outside a workshop. They told him they were learning carpentry at a CAFOD-funded training centre. He joined the carpentry training programme and with the help of our local experts, he worked diligently for eight months to train as a carpenter. Daniel is a young person full of hope who got an opportunity that is not given to many other young people in his situation, he got the chance to learn carpentry. He now has his own workshop and is not only crafting beautiful doors and furniture for happy customers, he’s also carving a better future for himself and his family. With your support, many young people will also have the opportunity to learn new skills.
CAFOD Fast Day envelopes are available in the porch and will be collected next weekend. For more information please speak to Lawrence Dadzie after mass.
Day of Prayer for Peace in the Holy Land.
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem had called for Monday 7 October 2024 to be a day of prayer, fasting, and penance for reconciliation and peace in the Holy Land amidst the ongoing violence and hatred. As that Monday will mark the first anniversary of the commencement of present hostilities, the Holy Father has, in his General Audience, joined with the Patriarch in commending this day of prayer to all Christians.
This invitation to observe a day of prayer, fasting, and penance on 7 October coincides with the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, and there is a prayer for peace which may be used for public and private devotion. Copies of the prayer for peace can be found in the porch.
OCTOBER MONTHLY DEVOTIONS.
On the 4th Sunday of October with Holy Rosary and Benediction at 4pm.
SPUC COFFEE MORNING.
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) are having a coffee morning in the hall after 9am mass on Sunday 6th October.
Formation days for readers and extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist, coming up on Saturday 19th October at St Stephen’s Church, Welling for the Deaneries of Bexley, Bromley, and Greenwich and on Saturday 26th October, at Bishop Thomas Grant School, Streatham, for the Deaneries of Camberwell, Lewisham, and Lambeth.
All Readers and Extraordinary ministers of the Eucharist are encouraged to attend one of these days. Each of the days will begin with tea and coffee at 9:30am, there will be three presentations and the day will end with Mass at 3pm. The theme for this year is –“Called to Holiness”, in preparation for the Jubilee year and to help us all live a good Christian life amidst the daily challenges of life.
The Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies.
The CCRS is a knowledge-based, internationally recognised qualification that provides participants with an understanding of the teachings of the Catholic faith. It enhances the understanding that education within the Church is a life-long process which leads to greater intimacy with Jesus Christ. This course presents the basic foundational teachings of the Catholic Church in a manner that is captivating, inspiring, and applicable. The CCRS is designed and intended to support the Archbishop’s vision of missionary parishes and schools by cultivating an evangelistic spirit. Participants will be equipped to make an informed and practical contributions to their chosen field of ministry within the Church. Visit aec.rcaos.org.uk/ccrs for more information. Closing date for applicants this year is 4 November 2024.
The Archbishop’s Certificate
The Archbishop’s Certificate (ArchCert) is a two-year online course incorporating three in person study days for all in Southwark who wish to understand their faith in a more profound way and be able to share it with both confidence and joy. The Archbishop’s Certificate is in accord with Archbishop John Wilson’s vision for a missionary archdiocese and is open to all who work towards this. The course will commence on 12 October 2024 with an introductory zoom session and the first in person session will take place on 19 October 2024 at St George’s Cathedral. More details can be found here: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/archcert. If you have any questions please email archcert@aec.rcaos.org.uk
UNION OF CATHOLIC MOTHERS (UCM).
The next Union of Catholic mothers meeting is taking place on Saturday October the 19th at 11.30am in the church porch.
Please make every effort to attend so that we can give our welcome to Fr Innocent, who has been invited. Welcome also to those who have recently joined and helped towards the preparations for Fr Innocent's induction day on the 21st of September. If you are interested in joining our group or returning to it, please come along.
THURSDAY LUNCH CLUB.
Next meeting: Thursday 10th October at 12.00 noon in the hall.
FOOD BANK.
Donations can be made in the crate in the Church Porch and they are taken to the Bexley Food Bank on a Monday morning.
PARISH CENSUS & STEWARDSHIP DRIVE.
The parish census is now live and forms are available in the porch which can be completed at home and returned as soon as possible.
One form per household. Please see Fr. Innocent for any further information.
Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist.
Calling all former Extraordinary Ministers of the Holy Eucharist to assist the parish with Eucharistic duties both at mass and for the sick and housebound.
Please speak to Fr. Innocent to re-join the team.
COUNTERS NEEDED.
We are looking to recruit more counters to the parish team to help count the weekly cash donations.
Previous cash handling experience is desired but not necessary as our current team are excellent trainers.
If you are interested or would like more information, please see Hugh Willan or contact the parish office.
DEATHS
Please pray for the souls of:
Luke Eamon Mulvihill who died on the 12th September aged 87. His funeral will be on Monday 14th October at 11.30am followed by committal at Hither Green Cemetery.
Thelma Wilkes who passed away peacefully in hospital last week. Thelma and her family were parishioners for many years.
May they rest in peace.
TWENTY-Seventh week of ordinary time 2024
Saturday 5th October
9.30 a.m. Adoration with Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
+ 10.00 a.m. Denis Murphy RIP
6 p.m. The Daily Rosary
+ 6.30 p.m. TWENTY-SEVENTH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME B Derek D’Souza TG
Sunday 6th October
8.30 a.m. The Daily Rosary
+ 9.00 a.m. Bruno Castanha RIP
10.30 a.m. The Daily Rosary
+11.00 a.m. The People of the Parish
Monday 7th October
Daily Rosary at Home
No Public Mass Today
Tuesday 8th October
9.30 a.m. The Daily Rosary
10.00 a.m. Tony Fernandes RIP
Wednesday 9th October
9.30 a.m. Adoration with Prayers
+ 10.00 a.m. Ann Fanthome RIP
Thursday 10th October
9.30 a.m. Adoration with Prayer for Priests and Vocations to the Priesthood
+ 10.00 a.m. Priests & Vocations to the Priesthood
12.00 Noon Lunch Club in the hall
Friday 11th October
9.30 a.m. Divine Mercy Rosary & Prayer for the Dead
+ 10.00 a.m. Maria Fernandes RIP
Saturday 12th October
9.30 a.m. Adoration with Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
+ 10.00 a.m. Mary Kearns WB
6 p.m. The Daily Rosary
+ 6.30 p.m. TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME B Francis De Souza RIP
Sunday 13th October
8.30 a.m. The Daily Rosary
+ 9.00 a.m. Mary Kearns WB
10.30 a.m. The Daily Rosary
+11.00 a.m. The People of the Parish