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PENTECOST SUNDAY – CYCLE A – 24TH MAY 2026
WHAT IS THE MEANING OF PENTECOST IN THE SCRIPTURES?
St. Luke describes the setting of the descent of the Holy Spirit as “the day when Pentecost had come” (Acts 2:1). This Fiftieth Day (pentekoste) was for Israel a spring harvest feast ending the days of celebration after Passover. It was also a celebration of the giving of the Law on Mt. Sinai. For the Christian, it remains the “fiftieth day,” but after Jesus’ Passion, Death and Resurrection, and the celebration of the Gift of the Holy Spirit.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church (paragraphs 731-732) says:
On the day of Pentecost when the seven weeks of Easter had come to an end, Christ’s Passover is fulfilled in the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, manifested, given, and communicated as a divine person: of his fullness, Christ, the Lord, pours out the Spirit in abundance.
On that day, the Holy Trinity is fully revealed. Since that day, the Kingdom announced by Christ has been open to those who believe in him: in the humility of the flesh and in faith, they already share in the communion of the Holy Trinity.
Prayer for Parish Renewal
Heavenly Father, we thank you for gathering us together and calling us to serve as your disciples. You have charged us through your Son, Jesus, with the great mission of evangelizing and witnessing your love to the world.
Send your Holy Spirit to guide us as we discern Your will for the spiritual renewal of our parish. Give us strength, courage, and clear vision as we use our gifts to serve you.
We entrust our parish to the care of Mary, our mother, and ask for her intercession and guidance as we strive to bear witness to the Gospel and build a community of faith, hope, and love. Amen.
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St Thomas More… Pray for us!
Mary, Our Lady of Vocations…Pray for us!
Most Sacred Heart of Jesus …Have mercy on us!
ROSARY FOR LIFE - The Glorious Mysteries
Pray for the Elderly and Vulnerable (24-30 May)
SIGN OF THE CROSS - In the name of the Father…
APOSTLE’S CREED - I believe in God…
OUR FATHER - Our Father who art…
HAIL MARY - Hail Mary full of grace… (Repeat 3x)
GLORY BE - Glory be to the Father…
First Mystery: The Resurrection Our Father, Hail Mary x10, Glory Be
Second Mystery: The Ascension Our Father, Hail Mary x10, Glory Be
Third Mystery: The Descent of the Holy Spirit Our Father, Hail Mary x10, Glory Be
Fourth Mystery: The Assumption of Mary Our Father, Hail Mary x10, Glory Be
Fifth Mystery: The Coronation of Our Lady Our Father, Hail Mary x10, Glory Be
CLOSING PRAYER - Mary, Queen of Peace, grant us peace in our hearts, harmony in our families and peace throughout the world. Watch over those in the fear and shadow of war, and protect them with your motherly love. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
HAIL HOLY QUEEN (SALVE REGINA)
CONCLUDING PRAYER
MEMORARE
LITANY
Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us.
Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us.
Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us.
Our Lady, Queen of Peace, pray for us.
St. Joseph, pray for us.
PARISH 90TH ANNIVERSARY NOTICES
Our 90th anniversary celebration mass is on 12th July 2026 AT 10.00 AM. Archbishop John Wilson will grace the occasion. Please save the date.
· The next meetings will be on Saturday, 6th & 27th June at 12.00 noon in the porch.
· Legion of Mary visits: 8 members of LoM will be in our Parish from 20th – 27th June, conducting door to door visits. If you are able to support them in any way, please email the parish office or speak with Fr Innocent.
· Relic of St Thomas More: We are pleased to announce that we have obtained a relic of St Thomas More which will be on display for the whole month of June. We are looking for volunteers who are able to speak on the life of our patron saint to visitors/school groups. Materials will be provided. Please speak with Fr Innocent or email the office if interested.
· Felicitations: Parishioners who have lived here 50 years & over will receive recognition on the day of our celebrations. Kindly send in your names and details to bostallpark@rcaos.org.uk.
· Stalls: 3 stalls/tables will be allowed to be on display on our Anniversary day. Anyone interested should kindly reach out to the Parish Office.
Bring & Share Buffet Lunch – 12th July (90th Anniversary). The UCM & parishioners are organizing a “Bring & Share Buffet Lunch” to celebrate our 90th anniversary. Contributions of food and offers of help with setting up, serving, or clearing away would be greatly appreciated. Please complete the form available after every weekend mass to let us know what you can provide. Delivery arrangements for food items will be given nearer the date. Please label all dishes with ingredients. Thank you and God bless you.
PARISH NOTICES
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION – 14th JUNE 2026
Please pray for all our beloved children on this most special day in their lives!
COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE. To assist the sick, elderly & housebound by Legion of Mary, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion & the Parish Priest, please help them fill the request form available in the porch.
DEATHS. Please pray for the repose of the souls of Remy Rosario Fernandes whose funeral will be on 27th May 2026 at 1:00pm & for John Stanley Rozario whose funeral will be on 12th June 2026 – details to follow. May their souls rest in peace, Amen.
ARE YOU LOOKING TO JOIN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?
The next session of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) will take place in September 2026. Please keep an eye on our newsletter/website or speak with Fr Innocent for further information.
PARISH GROUPS' NOTICES
LEGION OF MARY. Meeting every Friday at 7.00 pm in the church porch.
We are looking for volunteers with cars, to assist the LoM members with picking & dropping from 22 – 26 June. Kindly email the office or speak with Fr Innocent if you are able to help.
UCM. The next meeting is on Saturday, 13th June at 11.00 am in the porch.
LUNCH CLUB. The next gathering will be on 28th May at 12.30 pm in the hall.
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
Saturday 23rd May W Feria
Family Marian Devotion at home
PENTECOST SUNDAY R
6.00 pm Daily Rosary
6.30 pm Danny O’Brien RIP
Sunday 24th May R
8.30 am Daily Rosary
9.00 am Milita DeMello RIP & Afra Collaco RIP
10.30 am Daily Rosary
11.00 am Holy Souls
Monday 25th May W
No public mass today
Tuesday 26th May W
7.00 pm Daily Rosary
7.30 pm Fatima Menezes RIP
Wednesday 27th May W
9.30 am Adoration
10.00 am Bonny Pereira RIP 5th anniversary
1.00 pm Remy Rosario Fernandes funeral
Thursday 28th May W
9.30 am Adoration
10.00 am Augustinho Fernandes RIP
Friday 29th May G Feria
9.30 am Prayers for the Dead
10.00 am Malcolm D’Lima success for stem cell transplant
Saturday 30th May G Feria
Family Marian Devotion at home
THE MOST HOLY TRINITY W
6.00 pm Daily Rosary
6.30 pm Joaquim Vincent D’Souza RIP
Sunday 31st May W
8.30 am Daily Rosary
9.00 am Micah Antao TG birthday
10.30 am Daily Rosary
11.00 am Holy Souls