Saturday 5th September - Sunday 13th September 2026
TWENTY THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME – CYCLE A – 6TH SEPTEMBER 2026
COMPENDIUM OF THE CATECHISM OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH (PART 24)
110. What is the meaning of the Transfiguration?
554-556 & 568
Above all the Transfiguration shows forth the Trinity: “the Father in the voice, the Son in the man Jesus, the Spirit in the shining cloud” (Saint Thomas Aquinas). Speaking with Moses and Elijah about his “departure” (Luke 9:31), Jesus reveals that his glory comes by way of the cross and he anticipates his resurrection and his glorious coming “which will change our lowly body to be like his glorious body” (Philippians 3:21).
“You were transfigured on the mountain and your disciples, as much as they were capable of it, beheld your glory, O Christ our God, so that when they should see you crucified they would understand that your passion was voluntary, and proclaim to the world that you truly are the splendour of the Father.” (Byzantine Liturgy)
111. How did the messianic entrance into Jerusalem come about? 557-560 & 569-570
At the established time Jesus chose to go up to Jerusalem to suffer his passion and death, and to rise from the dead. As the Messiah King who shows forth the coming of the Kingdom, he entered into his city mounted on a donkey. He was acclaimed by the little children whose shout of joyful praise is taken up in the Sanctus of the Eucharistic liturgy: “Blessed is He Who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna (save us!)” (Matthew 21:9). The liturgy of the Church opens Holy Week by celebrating this entry into Jerusalem.
“Jesus Christ suffered under Pontius Pilate
was crucified, died, and was buried.”
112. What is the importance of the Paschal Mystery of Jesus? 571-573
The Paschal Mystery of Jesus, which comprises his passion, death, resurrection, and glorification, stands at the centre of the Christian faith because God's saving plan was accomplished once for all by the redemptive death of his Son Jesus Christ.
113. What were the accusations by which Jesus was condemned to death? 574-576
Some of the leaders of Israel accused Jesus of acting against the law, the temple in Jerusalem, and in particular against faith in the one God because he proclaimed himself to be the Son of God. For this reason, they handed him over to Pilate so that he might condemn him to death.
PARISH NOTICES
BEREAVEMENT NOTICE. Kindly pray for the following parishioners that recently passed on; Adelina Regina Braganza, 94 years, whose funeral Mass will be 25th September, 2026 at 11:00 am. Norah Conlon whose funeral details will be announced later. Doreen Spink, aged 96 years, whose Funeral Mass was celebrated on 21st August 2026. May God grant them eternal salvation, and solace to the family and dear ones. Amen
BACK TO SCHOOL PRAYER FOR STUDENTS. We are inviting all students to receive a special ‘Back to School’ blessing at all weekend masses on 12th & 13th September. Please bring any small school-related item as a symbol to be offered to the Lord at these masses. Children will be called up at the end of mass for the blessing. Let us all pray for the safety, health and academic success of all our children this coming year.
SEPTEMBER SECOND COLLECTIONS
6th – Building fund
13th Catholic Education Service
20th – Evangelii Gaudium Sunday (Home Mission)
Fr John O’Donoghue 90th Birthday Celebrations on Saturday 19th September with Mass at 12.00 noon @ Our Lady Help of Christians, 127 Mottingham Road, SE9 4ST. Thanks to all who have confirmed their attendance for Catering Purposes. If you require transport to travel to Mottingham, please call Tony Brooke on 07833 707016 or Tom Breen on 07801145501 ASAP.
ARE YOU LOOKING TO JOIN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?
The next session of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) will take place on 17th September 2026 at 7.15 pm and thereafter every Thursday in the church porch. Please speak with Fr Innocent for further information.
PARISH GROUPS' NOTICES
LUNCH CLUB. The next gathering will be on Thursday, 17th September at 12.30 pm in the hall.
LEGION OF MARY. Meeting every Friday at 7.00 pm (April - October). All are welcome to join in prayer and devotion to Our Lady.
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
Saturday 5th September G Feria
Family Marian Devotion at home
23rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME G
6.00 pm Daily Rosary
6.30 pm Lorraine D’Souza birthday TG
Sunday 6th September G
8.30 am Daily Rosary
9.00 am Maria & Adrian Wedding TG
10.30 am Daily Rosary
11.00 am Anthony Filugelli RIP
Monday 7th September G Feria
No Public Mass
Tuesday 8th September W
The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
7.00 pm Daily Rosary
7.30 pm Victor Fernandes TG to Our Lady
Wednesday 9th September G Feria
9.30 am Adoration
10.00 am Joshua Ilo birthday TG
Thursday 10th September G Feria
9.30 am Adoration & Prayer for Vocations
10.00 am Mary Agnes Rodden RIP
Friday 11th September G Feria
9.30 am Prayers for the Dead
10.00 am Sr Bridget McCourt RIP
Saturday 12th September G Feria
Family Marian Devotion at home
24th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME G
6.00 pm Daily Rosary
6.30 pm Helen D’Souza WB
Sunday 13th September G
8.30 am Daily Rosary
9.00 am Glady Adelu birthday TG
10.30 am Daily Rosary
11.00 am K. G. George RIP