Author: Nuntius

TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY OF THE YEAR (B)

Today’s Theme: The Lord Who Does All Things Well

Today we celebrate our ‘unbounded admiration’ for the Lord who makes no distinctions between classes of people, but makes the poor rich in faith, the deaf hear and the dumb speak.

MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK
Saturday 8th September    9.00 am Holy Souls
                                               6.00 pm Sonny Sheehan RIP (Eileen and Family)

Sunday 9th September    8.30 am Parishioners
                                          10.30 am George Easton RIP (Gloria and Tony Laws)

Monday 10th September    9.00 am Holy Souls

Tuesday 11th September 7.00 pm Enrique Iligan RIP (Nenen)
     Adoration and Our Lady’s and St Pio’s Prayer Group

Wed 12th September    10.00 am Geoff Hinton RIP (Eileen Wheatley and Family)

Thursday 13th September    9.00 am Eucharistic Service

Friday 14th September    9.00 am Parishioners

Saturday 15th September    9.00 am Holy Souls
                                               6.00 pm Margaret Harkin RIP (Eileen Sheehan and Family)

Sunday 16th September    8.30 am Parishioners
                                              10.30 am Robert Joseph Gilby RIP (Teresa)

Reconciliation Times: Saturday 9.30am-10.30am, 7pm-8pm (following Masses).

ANNIVERSARIES:
Lucy Lawson, Leslie Holland, Reg Billington, Geoff Hinton, Kay Gillespie and Amber Foley.

FEAST DAYS: Wednesday, The Most Holy Name of Mary. Thursday, St John Chrysostom, Bishop and Doctor of the Church. Friday, The Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Saturday, Our Lady of Sorrows.

PRAY FOR THE SICK: Christine White, Kevin Harper, Ed Jones, John Bird, Gail Noel, Chris Neal, Tony Speed, Geoffrey Hildebrand, John Underwood, Mary Stubbs, John Harrington, Norma Brooker, Nina Szredski, Eileen Weald, Maureen Fitzpatrick, Eric and Iris May, Gracie Maddox, Anne Hastings, Tom Barrett, Timmy Lenihan, John Clarey, Tess Truman, Anne Comiskey, Irene Gannaway, David Collison, George Waller, Peter Dent, Ray Smith, Teresa Fan, Tommy Otte, Christine Hand and Fr John Diver.

OFFERTORY: Gift Aid £450.84. Loose £173.78. Total £624.62.
This week’s Second Collection is for the Catholic Education Service.
Next week’s Second Collection is for the support of Home Mission.

ROTAS: Readers: Saturday 6pm Peter Harris. Sunday 8.30am Peter Wilkes; 10.30am Tony Frake. Eucharistic Ministers: Saturday 6pm Carole. Sunday 8.30am Patricia. 10.30am Kathy, Margaret, Peter H, Paul, Rob (Host). Collector 8.30am Mass: Mr T Lee. Front of Church: John Stanton. Typing Newsletter: Graziella Highland. Photocopying Newsletter: Calen Delpaul. Washing of Purificators: Kathy. Flower Arranging: Mary K and Lynn.

BEXLEY DEANERY DEVELOPING WORLD GROUP: Thank you for your generous donation on Sunday 2nd September. If you know of any small independent projects in the developing world which could benefit from a donation of £1,000, please contact our Parish Representative, Maria Ward, on 01322 555553/07802 623571. Completed application forms must be returned by the end of September. We have now completed nine projects this year as a result of your continued support and kind generosity.

MARY MANNERS RIP: Sadly, we have received the news that Mary Manners has passed away. Please remember her and her husband Steve and family in your prayers. Her Funeral Mass will be held at St Lawrence’s Sidcup on Wednesday 26th September at 11.30am.

SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF UNBORN CHILDREN: SPUC is urging people to send a postcard to the Home Secretary urging him not to recommend or promote legislation to outlaw peaceful pro-life vigils, which have helped many women to choose life for their unborn baby. The freedom to oppose abortion and offer help in public places is at risk. Postcards are available in the porch. For more information please call SPUC on 020 7091 7091 .

APF RED BOXES/MISSIO: Would anyone who has a red APF box please empty it and put the cash (in larger coins and notes if possible), or cheques made payable to St John Fisher Church, in an envelope and put it in the collection. Anyone who does not have a red box can still give money to the missions in this way. Please write APF, plus your name and address on the envelope, then either put it in the collection or hand it in at the presbytery so a receipt can be sent to you.

OUR LADY’S FILM EVENING: Wednesday 12th September, dramatic movie on St Vincent de Paul reveals how his unwavering commitment to the poor made him one of the greatest humanitarians in history, and how he became a trusted advisor to queens and princes.
FILM NIGHT PLUS: There will also be an exhibition of the work of the AIC and SVP with members on hand for those who would like more information. Do come, 7 for 7.30pm Bar open, admission free, all welcome.

22nd SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

The Commandments of Life

We rejoice in the Law of God which is pure religion, totally different from any man-made law or human tradition. It is fulfilled in this sacrament of love.

MASS INTENTIONS FOR WEEK 1 – 9 SEP 2018

Sat 1 Sep    9am Peggie Dunne (Bridie Haylett)
                     6pm Parishioners

Sun 2 Sep    8.30am Nicholas Nencini RIP: Birthday
                     10.30am Ray Broadbent RIP: Anniversary (Lynn Cayford)

Mon 3 Sep    9am Foundation Mass for Beatrice Walliser

Tues 4 Sep    7pm Holy Souls
     Adoration and Our Lady & St Pio’s Prayer Group

Wed 5 Sep    10am Bob Wallis RIP: 12th Anniversary (Eileen & Family)

Thu 6 Sep    9am Eucharistic Service

Fri 7 Sep    9am Parishioners

Sat 8 Sep    9am Holy Souls
                     6pm Sonny Sheehan RIP (Eileen & Family)

Sun 9 Sep    8.30am Parishioners
                      10.30am George Easton RIP (Gloria & Tony Laws)

Reconciliation Times: Sat 9.30am-10.30am and Sat 7pm-8pm (following Masses)

Prayers for the Sick: Christine White, Kevin Harper, Ed Jones, John Bird, Gail Noel, Chris Neal, Tony Speed, Geoffrey Hildebrand, John Underwood, Mary Stubbs, John Harrington, Norma Brooker, Nina Szredski, Eileen Weald, Maureen Fitzpatrick, Eric & Iris May, Gracie Maddox, Anne Hastings, Tom Barrett, Timmy Lenihan, John Clarey, Tess Truman, Anne Comiskey, Irene Gannaway, David Collison, Mary Manners, George Waller, Peter Dent, Ray Smith, Teresa Fan, Tommy Otte, Christine Hand, Fr John Diver.

Anniversaries: Raymond Broadbent, Mary Mulraney, Myfanwy Phyllis Matthews, Richard Gamble, Michael Naughton, John Jameson, Terry Frogley, Bob Wallis.

FATHER CHRISTIAN’S FAREWELL PARTY We will be having a Farewell Party for Fr Christian on Friday 7th September at 7pm – all parishioners are invited. Please bring a plate as contribution towards the evening (see list of suggestions in church porch so we can coordinate a good selection). Many thanks. Kay.

ROTAS: Readers: Saturday 6:00pm Carol Anderson Sunday 8:30am Doune Robinson 10:30am Katherine Bernarte. Copying of Newsletter: Mollie Hobson. Newsletter Typist: Molly Robins. Collection for 8:30am Mass: Mr V Jeyaseelan. Parishioner Attending to Front of Church on Saturdays: Paul Rowlands. Eucharistic Ministers: Saturday 6:00pm Mary H Sun 8:30am Bridie Sun 10:30am Volunteer, Marlene, Patricia, Molly, Carole. Washing of Purificators: Norma. Flower Arranging: Mary Jeyaseelan & Sue Murphy.

OFFERTORY COLLECTION:. Sunday August 26th, 2018
Gift Aid: £356.95. Loose: £129.37. TOTAL: £486.32
This week’s retiring collection is for the Bexley Deanery Developing World Group.
Next week’s second collection is for the Catholic Education Service.

ERITH OPERATIC SOCIETY & ST. MARY’S CHURCH – Present MUSIC FROM THE SHOWS Sunday 2nd September 2018 at 6.30pm in the Church Hall. Tickets: £10 including glass of wine/soft drink. From: Barbara Graham (0208 3080872) or Marion Smith (528622).

NEW READERS ROTA available in the Sacristy. Please note volunteers are needed for the Holy Day of Obligation, All Saints on Thursday 1 November and for Christmas – the Children’s Midnight, 8.30am and 10.30am masses. Thank you. Kathy Fogarty 01322 553993 k.fogarty@ntlworld.com.

OUR LADY’S FILM EVENING PLUS on Wednesday 12th September there will be a special event featuring the life and work of the great saint of practical charity, Vincent de Paul; and an exhibition of some of the work of the lay organisation he founded (AIC) and the SVP who chose him as their patron. All very welcome. 7 for 7.30pm Christine Crump.

PARISH BARN DANCE: You are cordially invited to join us for our Parish Barn Dance in the church hall on Saturday 15th September 2018 from 7.30pm until 11.00pm (bar open from 7pm). Great fun for all the family. No experience necessary! If you wish, please bring your own nibbles. Tea/coffee and cake will be served during the interval. Ticket numbers are limited and selling fast. Don’t miss out! Tickets on sale after each Sunday Mass. Adults £8/Child £4. Tickets may also may also be reserved by contacting Carole Hughes on 07762 731303. A raffle will be held during the evening and we would be very grateful for donations of suitable prizes. Items may be left in the box in the parish porch. Thank you for your support.

SUNDAY 26 AUGUST 2018

21st SUNDAY OF THE YEAR

The Holy One of God
Today, as we celebrate the marriage feast of Christ with his Church, we consciously choose him who is the Holy One of God.

MASS INTENTIONS FOR WEEK 25 AUG – 2 SEP 2018

Sat 25 Aug      9am Holy Souls
                          6pm Gabriele Schlag RIP (Margaret & Bob Morris)

Sun 26 Aug      8.30am Parishioners
                          10.30am Terry Frogley RIP: 1st Anniversary (Margaret & Family)

Please note Mass time for the Bank Holiday is 10am
Mon 27 Aug      10am Lucy Lawson RIP: 3rd Anniversary (Diane Melaugh)

Tues 28 Aug      7pm Francine van Leeuwen: Birthday (Tim Bowman)
    Adoration and Our Lady & St Pio’s Prayer Group

Wed 29 Aug      10am Foundation Mass for Frances Walliser

Thu 30 Aug      9am Eucharistic Service

Fri 31 Aug      9am John Jameson RIP: 3rd Anniversary (Rose & Family)

Sat 1 Sep      9am Peggie Dunne (Bridie Haylett)
                       6pm Parishioners

Sun 2 Sep      8.30am Nicholas Nencini RIP: Birthday
                        10.30am Ray Broadbent RIP: Anniversary (Lynn Cayford)

Reconciliation Times: Sat 9.30am-10.30am and Sat 7pm-8pm (following Masses)

Prayers for the Sick: Christine White, Kevin Harper, Ed Jones, John Bird, Gail Noel, Chris Neal, Tony Speed, Geoffrey Hildebrand, John Underwood, Mary Stubbs, John Harrington, Norma Brooker, Nina Szredski, Eileen Weald, Maureen Fitzpatrick, Eric & Iris May, Gracie Maddox, Anne Hastings, Tom Barrett, Timmy Lenihan, John Clarey, Tess Truman, Anne Comiskey, Irene Gannaway, David Collison, Mary Manners, George Waller, Peter Dent, Ray Smith, Teresa Fan, Tommy Otte, Christine Hand, Fr John Diver.

Anniversaries: Philip Head, Sean O’Flaherty, Fr George Torre, Bob Wallis, Norrie Walsh, Ramon Lee, John Jameson

OFFERTORY COLLECTION – 19 August 2018
Gift Aid: £379.1 Loose: £149.20 Total: £528.30

ROTAS (week commencing Mon 27/8). Readers: Sat 6.00pm Kathy Fogarty, Sun 8.30 Bridie Haylett, Sun 10.30 Marlene Burt.   Copying of Newsletter: John Stanton.   Newsletter Typist: Venus Bernarte.   Collection for 8.30am Mass: Mrs T Li/Ray.   Parishioner Attending To Front of Church on Saturdays: Ken Crump.   Eucharistic Ministers: Saturday 6 pm Ann Harris, Sun 8.30am Mary J, 10.30am Carole, Eileen, Volunteer, Rob, Margaret.   Washing of Purificators: Patricia.   Flower Arranging: Mary J

FATHER CHRISTIAN’S FAREWELL PARTY We will be having a Farewell Party for Fr Christian on Friday 7th September at 7pm – all parishioners are invited. Please bring a plate as contribution towards the evening (see list of suggestions in church porch so we can coordinate a good selection). Many thanks. Kay.

NEW READERS ROTA available in the Sacristy. Please note volunteers are needed for the Holy Day of Obligation, All Saints on Thursday 1 November and for Christmas – the Children’s Midnight, 8.30am and 10.30am masses. Thank you. Kathy Fogarty 01322 553993 k.fogarty@ntlworld.com.

APOSTLESHIP OF THE SEA: The Parish has received a thank you letter from the AoS in response to the Sea Sunday Appeal 2018, extract as follows:
“We are very grateful indeed for your support for the work of the AoS, in particular for holding our Sea Sunday appeal. As ever you and your parishioners have been very generous both financially and in prayer. We very much appreciate this, so please accept our thanks and please convey our thanks to your parishioners too. May God continue to bless you and your parish abundantly for giving from the heart“.

THE MEETING PLACE will be closed on Wednesday 29 August as it is a bank holiday week. Back as usual on Wednesday 5 September.

OUR LADY’S FILM EVENING PLUS on Wednesday 12th September there will be a special event featuring the life and work of the great saint of practical charity, Vincent de Paul; and an exhibition of some of the work of the lay organisation he founded (AIC) and the SVP who chose him as their patron. All very welcome. 7 for 7.30pm Christine Crump.

PARISH BARN DANCE: You are cordially invited to join us for our Parish Barn Dance in the church hall on Saturday 15th September 2018 from 7.30pm until 11.00pm (bar open from 7pm). Great fun for all the family. No experience necessary! If you wish, please bring your own nibbles. Tea/coffee and cake will be served during the interval. Ticket numbers are limited and selling fast. Don’t miss out! Tickets on sale after each Sunday Mass. Adults £8/Child £4. Tickets may also may also be reserved by contacting Carole Hughes on 07762 731303. A raffle will be held during the evening and we would be very grateful for donations of suitable prizes. Items may be left in the box in the parish porch. Thank you for your support.

BEXLEY DEANERY DEVELOPING WORLD GROUP Thank you for your kind donation of £106.13 on Sunday 12 August. If you have any queries please contact our Parish Representative, Maria Ward, on 01322 555553.