Catholic Community – Herne Bay, Kent Clarence Road, Herne Bay, Kent. CT6 8TH– 01227 375095-Parish priest: Fr Mark White CP (mwhite8684@aol.com) Assistant Priest: Fr. Patrick CP (743727): Deacons James Foley (366841) & Barry Walker (368685) email ourladyhernebay@gmail.com - www.ourladyhernebay.co.uk -Facebook:/OurLadyOfTheSacredHeartHerneBay Twitter:@ourladyhernebay – SVP Helpline 07869 509 804
THE MOST HOLY TRINITY (A) 10th-11th JUNE 2017
Entrance Antiphon- CHILDRENS LITURGY- This group is open to children aged between 4-9 years (9.30am Mass) term time. Tea & Coffee-Soft drinks & Biscuits are served after the 9.30am Mass in the hall, all welcome 9.30 MASS Hymns: 314, 708, 962, 887; Mass Setting: (Mass of Christ). MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS Sat 10th June Vigil Mass 18.00 Paul Cawley (INT) Sunday 09.30 Sue Coppins & Cloe Maple (INT) th 11 June 11.15 Mollie & Max Richards (ANN) Monday Una McManamon (INT) 12th June 10.00 Mary Duffy (RIP) Tuesday 13th June 10.00 People of the Parish Wednesday Fr. Mark C.P. & Community (INT) 14th June 10.00 Mary Jose (1st ANN) Thursday 15th June 10.00 Fr. Severo Rossi (RIP) Friday 16th June 10.00 Holy Souls Saturday 10.00 Stephen Leavey (ANN) 17th June Vigil Mass 18.00 Patricia Twomey (RIP) Sunday 09.30 People of the Parish 18th June 11.15 The Generalate Team in Chigwell (INT) TRINITY SUNDAY: Today we celebrate the great mystery of who God is in Himself, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, three Persons in on God. We give thanks that God IS. We give thanks that we know what God is like through the life and teaching of Jesus. We give thanks that we can have a relationship with God through the Holy Spirit. We accept that our words and concepts are very inadequate to describe God but we know that He IS and that His love and providence embrace us. FEAST DAYS THIS WEEK- Tues 13th June St. Anthony of Padua. Friday 16th: St Richard of Chichester who is known for the lovely prayer: Lord Jesus,for these three things I pray: that I may know you more clearly, love you more dearly and follow you more nearly day by day. NEWS FROM THE PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL: The PPC are working to produce a Welcome Pack for new parishioners and hope that it will be available before long. They are also in correspondence with the Council to provide a sign showing the way to the church – people often say they do not know where the church is and it is certainly not our intention to remain hidden!! Another project that is under consideration is to improve the access to the car-parking area in the grounds below the Retreat Hall. It is clear that parking near the church is becoming increasingly difficult, difficulties which are only likely to increase when the new housing in the school grounds is completed. The PPC also keeps very much in mind the call of Pope Francis, echoed by Archbishop Peter, to seek new ways of reaching out to others with the Gospel. Suggestions for improving the life and witness of the parish are always gratefully received. Please contact the PPCthrough the Parish Office.
CHRISTIAN MEDITATION: Tuesday at 2.15pm and Thursday at 7.30pm in the Upper Room COMPANIONS IN PRAYER There will be Mass for the Sacred Heart Companions celebrated by Fr. Malachy C.P. on Wednesday, June 14th at 7pm at 25, Western Esplanade. This mass is open to all. THE WEDNESDAY LUNCH CLUB - Don't be lonely, come and join us next meal is Wednesday 14TH June. You will enjoy a good meal cooked on the premises, plus good company, suggested donation of £3. Call Samantha on 07711270646 LET’S TALK: our next session will take place on MONDAY 19 JUNE and will be an opportunity to discuss the questions arising out of our belief in The Afterlife. We will meet at the Sisters’ house, Stella Maris, 25 Western Esplanade at 7.00pm
RETIRING COLLECTION THIS WEEK: For the Catholic Trust of England Wales : which supports the legal, financial and charitable activities of the national Bishops Conference, its departments, agencies and offices. RETIRING COLLECTION NEXT WEEK: For the Day for Life: Please take home a card today from the back of church which explains the theme of this year’s appeal: it centres on those women who have lost a child or are anxious about their pregnancy. Within our parish communities we are called to reach out and accompany all those who are alone, and to offer real practical help to all who are in need, which includes worried mums and dads and those struggling with the news of their pregnancy. SUMMER FAYRE -24th June - We have lots of attractions and events, but we need more support and assistance with raffle/tombola good quality new prizes-leave at back of Church for collection after Mass, and homemade cakes - bring on the 24th. In addition, if you have any spare flower and/or vegetable plants and/or can help running one of the many attractions please contact Frank on 01227 652370. More importantly please come with family and/or friends to what promises to be a great fun afternoon. EQUAL SHARES JUNE- 1st prize Mary Stenson, 2nd prize Maureen West. What is “Equal Shares”? It is a monthly draw with prizes of £30 and £15. It costs £12 per year. Half the income is given out in prizes and the other half goes to the parish. So the income is shared equally. Hope that is clear.
HOLIDAY/RETREAT TO MINSTERACRES: There are still places available on our retreat to the Retreat Centre in Northumberland from 12th to 19th August. Take a few minutes and read the article in issue 2 of Platea and if you would like more information please contact Deacon Barry.
CHURCH CLEANERS – URGENT REQUEST – If you can help to clean our Church please contact Audrey on – 01227 373133 Cleaning Group – (D)Other rotas can be found in the porch
The Collections for last week were: 1st Collection - Loose change £405.21 Gift aided £592.63 = £997.84 NB If you are a UK tax-payer then you can gift-aid whatever you offer. To gift-aid your offering please fill in one of the forms at the back of Church.
Adoration every weekday: 8.30-9.30a.m. Also Saturday morning, 10.00 to 11.00 with Rosary at 10.45.There is a further opportunity each week: at Convent Chapel, 25 Western Esplanade from 4.30 to 5.30 p.m. on Fridays Sacrament of Reconciliation: Saturday 10am-11am and 4.30pm-5.30pm Looking to arrange a wedding or baptism? Contact the parish, details above. Any notices for the forthcoming Newsletter please email the Office – Sueourladyhb@yahoo.com