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
TWELFTH SUNDAY (A) 24th-25th JUNE 2017
Entrance Antiphon- God is the strength of his people. In him, we his chosen live in safety. Save us, Lord, who share in your life, and give us your blessing; be our shepherd for ever. CHILDRENS LITURGY- This group is open to children aged between 4-9 years (9.30am Mass) term time. FAMILY MASS THIS SUNDAY 25th JUNE 9.30AM After Mass all the children of the parish are invited into the Retreat Hall for arts and crafts activities along with drink & biscuits! All are welcome, a great way for the children to get to know one another. Tea & Coffee-Soft drinks & Biscuits are served after the 9.30am Mass in the hall, all welcome 9.30 MASS Hymns: 857, 605, 967, 961, 862; Mass Setting: (Mass of Christ). MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS Sat 24th June Vigil Mass 18.00 Mary Locke (INTS) Sunday 09.30 Iris & Sean Kinge (INTS) th 25 June 11.15 Alison Browne (ANN) Monday 26th June 10.00 Christopher Spinks (RIP) Tuesday 27th June 10.00 Mary Foley (RIP) Wednesday th 28 June 10.00 Brian & Sarah Prout (INT) Thursday 10.00 Suzanne Williams (INT) 29th June 19.00 People of the Parish Friday th 30 June 10.00 Brid Browne (INT) Saturday 11.05 Marianne Mulvey & the Mulvey Family (INTS) st 1 July Vigil Mass 18.00 Albert Fallows (RIP) Sunday 09.30 Eileen Riley nd 2 July 11.15 Eileen Richards (RIP) THURSDAY: FEAST OF STS PETER AND PAUL: Holy Day of Obligation (i.e. a day on which we are obliged to attend Mass): Mass at 10.00 and & 7.00. The collection for Peter’s Pence will take place next Sunday: the money is sent to Rome from where it is distributed to Catholic communities throughout the world which are in greatest need. A WEEK OF JOURNEYS: This week will see Fr Malachy attending the ordination of Patrick Lobo, a parishioner from our parish in Highgate, London at the Benedictine Abbey of Belmont near Hereford. Fr Patrick and Brother Francis will be going to Leeds for the Ruby Jubilee of Ordination of an English priest who worked for many years in Sweden. The jubilee Mass will be celebrated by the Bishop of Sweden, Anders Arborelius, who, on 28th June will be made a cardinal by Pope Francis, the first ever Swedish Cardinal. It will be a wonderful opportunity for Fr Patrick and Bro Francis to greet the newly appointed Cardinal and remind him of his happy visit to Herne Bay
two years ago. And finally, Fr Mark will attend the wedding of his nephew David in Ilfracombe on Tuesday, returning to the parish on Thursday. CHRISTIAN MEDITATION: Tuesday at 2.15pm and Thursday at 7.30pm in the Upper Room FUNERAL SERVICE FOR JORDAN LUPTON: FRIDAY 30th JUNE, 1.00pm TRAIDCRAFT next weekend 1st and 2nd July after 6pm and 9.30 am Masses.
REFUGEE WEEK (19 to 25 June). It's one of the UK's largest festivals celebrating the contribution of refugees and promoting understanding of why people seek refuge. As part of the week, on this Sun. 25th June The Whitstable - Calais Solidarity Group will be holding a Refugee Tea at St Alphege Church in Whitstable. DIOCESAN DAY FOR DISABILITY at The Friars, Aylesford on Sunday 2 July. The day will start with Mass in the Relic Chapel (12noon) and will feature drumming, art and circus workshops as well as a mobile zoo. All are welcome to come and join in the celebrations, particularly those families with children who have physical or learning disabilities. CENTRE FOR CATHOLIC FORMATION : OPEN EVENING: Weds. 5th July (4pm onwards). The CCF will be hosting an Open Evening at its premises in Tooting Bec to which all are cordially invited and all are very welcome. Opportunities to: explore the teaching spaces, library and bookshop, meet the members of the CCF team, hear about the courses and events they offer, enjoy a social evening with light refreshments. RSVP (to give an idea of numbers for the refreshments) to: office@ccftootingbec.org.uk or call 020 8672 7684 STUDY DAY hosted by the CCF on 8th July from 10.30am to 4pm, for all those who have recently been asked to perform the role of catechist in the parish (no matter the area of sacramental preparation) or anyone considering the role. They will explore, in particular, the vocation of the catechist and the relationships between the different sacraments; registration needed (office@ccftootingbec.org.uk or 020 8672 7684) as they will be offering a light lunch. Cost for the day: £10. 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. FAITH IN ACTION VOLUNTEER 2017/2018 – Through the Columbian missionaries in Britain. It includes a significant overseas visit to experience mission work in another culture. A year of putting faith into action through projects connected to refugees and asylum seekers, inter religious dialogue, and justice and peace education. Further details: www.columbians.co.uk - Deadline for applications: 14th July 2017.
SVP URGENT APPEAL: We have been asked to support a single mum with a 1 year old baby boy who needs clothes & toys for the baby. If you are able to donate items please call the SVP helpline – 07869-509804 DATE FOR YOUR DIARY: Monday July 10th; 7.30 pm; the Camerata Singers here in church.
MISSION TODAY – Members Summer edition is available for collection at the back of the church. CHURCH CLEANING – Volunteers work in groups of 2 to 5 people. They hoover, polish & clean the church, & entrance porch and clean the brasses. Can you spare 1 or 2 hours once a month to help? If yes please speak to me personally or phone 373133/07835839754. Thank you, Audrey. Cleaning Group – (B)Other rotas can be found in the porch
The Collections for last week were: 1st Collection - Loose change £316.57 Gift aided £414.90 = £731.47 2nd collection for Day for Life – £179.94 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., said for the Parish each week. 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.
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