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ST JOSEPH’S & ST EDMUND’S CITY CENTRE
CATHOLIC PARISH SOUTHAMPTON ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF
PORTSMOUTH REG. CHARITY NO. 246871
STELLA MARIS DEANERY INCLUDES: ST. BONIFACE, SHIRLEY HOLY FAMILY, MILLBROOK ST. VINCENT DE PAUL, LORDSWOOD IMMACULATE CONCEPTION, PORTSWOOD CHRIST THE KING &
ST. COLMAN’S, BITTERNE OUR LADY OF ASSUMPTION,
HEDGE END ST BRIGID, WEST END ST. PATRICK’S, WOOLSTON THE ANNUNCIATION, NETLEY ABBEY
FISHERS OF MEN
Two weekends ago we distributed a questionnaire in preparation for our Parish Mission in May/June 2019. We were grateful for your commitment and the excellent return and for your honesty and humility. A couple of parishioners commented to me that it was a little daunting as it reminded them of an examination of conscience or going to confession! But all of us need to be reminded from time to time of our humanity and sinfulness in order that God can do amazing things. Simon Peter in today’s Gospel is overwhelmed by the abundant supply of fish which filled their nets to breaking and the boat to sinking. Simon’s humble reply mirrors that of Isaiah in our first reading who was also aware of his sinfulness. Paul’s testimony in the second reading is the statement of faith that he had received; the statement that we proclaim every Sunday, that Christ died, was buried and rose from the dead in order that our sins might be forgiven. Paul recognises the boundless mercy of God who appeared to the one who had persecuted his own followers. Pope Francis (Jorge Mario Bergoglio) in an interview early in his papacy was asked the question: ‘Who are you?’ After a short pause, Pope Francis responded: ‘I am a sinner but I trust in the infinite mercy and patience of Our Lord Jesus Christ and in that mercy He has chosen me.’ The answers to the questionnaires may have exposed weaknesses and areas of need for each one of us, but we can have complete confidence in the God of surprises presented to us last week, who will reward our efforts and our mission with responses and changes in our own lives together with new disciples as we all become fishers of men. “I thank you for your faithfulness and love which excel all we ever knew of you” Psalm 137:2 Tina Quinn
THOUGHTS FOR THE WEEK: 1. ‘……. they left everything and followed him’ (Gospel).
What have you had to ‘leave behind’ to follow Jesus? Bad habits, selfishness, sin ……..? What do you still need to ‘leave behind’?
2. ‘Here I am, send me’ Isaiah says in the first reading. What have you volunteered for? At home? At work? In society? In the Church/Parish? What should you be ‘volunteering’ for?
3. When have you been aware of the ‘grace of God’ working in you as it did in St Paul (2nd reading)? Do you ask God to ‘grace you’? Do you seek God’s grace? Vincent Harvey
TODAY SUNDAY 10 FEBRUARY 2019
RETIRING COLLECTION—Church Maintenance Fund.
CONFIRMATION PREPARATION 2pm—4:30pm today
at St Boniface Church Hall for all candidates.
POPE FRANCIS’ INTENTION FOR FEBRUARY 2019:
UNIVERSAL: For a generous welcome of the victims of human trafficking, of enforced prostitution and of
violence.
GODFREY DOYLE available after the 10am & 7pm
Masses for anyone who wishes to know more about the Parish Pilgrimage to Malta in October.
THIS WEEK (HALF TERM 15—24 FEBRUARY)
FOR INFORMATION:
Sun JP on Uni retreat in Dublin Mon Day off: VH
Wed Team Meeting Thurs Study Day: VH
ROADWORKS WARNING—INNER AVENUE CYCLE SCHEME: the Council have advised that roadworks to
create segregated cycle lanes on both sides of Inner Avenue will commence on Monday 11 February for approximately 6 weeks. Bus stops in the area will be
affected/relocated.
CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER GROUP meet at St Michael’s
Church, Bugle Street, Tuesdays 6pm—6:45pm. Entry through the North door.
WEDNESDAY LUNCH CLUB meet Wednesdays at 12noon in the Stella Maris Centre.
SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM meeting 5pm Wednesday 13 February in St Edmund Presbytery.
RCIA GROUP meet Wednesdays at 7:30pm in St Edmund Hall for those enquiring about the Catholic faith.
TOP UK (Triumph Over Phobia) for those suffering from OCD or phobias. Thursdays from 6:30pm in Stella Maris
Hall. Email [email protected] if you need help.
MISSION TEAM MEETING 7pm Thursday 14 February in
St Edmund Presbytery.
PRAYER GROUP FOR PRIESTS AND VOCATIONS TO
THE RELIGIOUS LIFE next meet 7pm—8:30pm Thursday 14 February in St Edmund Hall. The group will be
meeting on the second Thursday of every month.
PILATES WITH HILARY 10am Fridays in St Edmund Hall. Text Hilary 07786 617 302 to join.
NEXT WEEKEND
RED BOX ‘THANK YOU’ & APPEAL: We welcome Father Vincent Oates MHM at St Edmund Masses only
(St Joseph’s appeal took place a few months ago) on Sunday 17 February to give the 5 yearly Red Box Appeal. Through the Red Box we care for our Church
family around the world. Thank you to all parishioners who already give to the Pope’s official charity for
overseas mission—Missio—and Britain’s own missionary order, the Mill Hill Missionaries, through the Red Box.
NEXT WEEK
RICHARD ROHR GROUP meet 4:30pm Thursday 21 February in St Edmund Presbytery.
EST GROUP meet 7pm Thursday 21 February in St Edmund Presbytery.
GENERAL ITEMS
COURSE FOR NEW SEEKERS: Thursdays 7 March - 16
May, fortnightly at 7:30pm in St Edmund Hall, Rockstone
Place, for anyone interested in learning more about the Catholic Church and what Catholics believe. To book call the Parish Office on Tel. No. 023 8033 3589.
QUIZ NIGHT in aid of Catholic Home Care, 7:30pm Saturday 9 March in St Joseph Hall, Bugle Street. Tickets
available from 16 February. For info call Helmy Duyvesteijn [078 3122 7602] or Patti Hayes [078
1295 7456].
CLEANERS ROTA now available in St Edmund Sacristy.
VOCATIONS: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time—For all
men and women called by Jesus to teach the Gospel as priests, deacons, sisters and brothers, that the joy of the
Lord will remain their strength during their discernment, formation and mission, we pray to the Lord.
To explore further, contact Father John Cooke, Tel. 01329 318 869 or [email protected]
BAPTISM: We welcome into our faith
community Adaugo Anyiam, daughter of Felix & Joy, being baptised today at 12:30pm in
St Edmund Church.
LENT 2019 … COMING UP….
Palms … palms … please begin to bring your palms
from last year to the church so that we can collect them and burn them on Shrove Tuesday to provide the ‘ashes’
for Ash Wednesday (6 March)
“Prayer is the key that opens the heart of God” (St
Padre Pió). Do you feel the need to strengthen, revive or develop your prayer life? Lent is a good time to look
at our relationship with God through prayer and you are invited to a six week journey called “Strength to
Strength” produced by CaFE (Catholic Faith Exploration). The course gives practical help to those wishing to pray more in their daily lives using video,
small group discussion and of course prayer. We will meet in St Edmund Hall from 7:30pm to 9pm on
Tuesday evenings March 5, 12, 18 (please notice change of day - Monday), 26, and April 2 and 9.
There are sign-up sheets at the back of the church; please register promptly as numbers will be limited.
RECENTLY DIED: Edward Wort RIP late of
Ironside Court, Southampton. Reception into St Joseph Church 4:30pm Monday 18 February;
Funeral Service 11am Tuesday 19 February followed by cremation at the Southampton
Crematorium. May his soul rest in peace. Please keep his family in your prayers.
DIOCESAN CONFIRMATION DAY 10am—5pm Saturday 23 March at Our Lady Help of Christians Church, Farnborough. Contact Tom Sellars on 023 9289 3609 or email [email protected] - Programme:
º Eucharist: deepening our understanding and making the
most of Mass.
º Scripture and Initiation: How Baptism and Eucharist lead to Confirmation through scripture and tradition, recognising the importance of personal desire for faith and relationship.
º Reconciliation: recognising the importance of seeking God's mercy.
º Plenty of social time as well and live music.
DISCERNMENT WEEKEND FOR MEN AGED OVER 30
Friday 30 August to Sunday 1 September 2019. Details and booking at https://www.pathwaystogod.org/courses-events-retreats/discernment-weekend-older-men Run jointly by St Beuno’s Spirituality Centre and the Beda College in Rome, the weekend will take place in St Beuno’s, North Wales. The primary focus of the weekend is the
possibility of priestly vocation in later life so it is limited to men between the ages of 30 and 55. See noticeboards.
SOCIETY OF SAINT GREGORY 90TH ANNIVERSARY PILGRIMAGE TO ROME Sun 27 Oct—Wed 30 Oct 2019. See noticeboards. Email [email protected]
EVANGELISATION STRATEGY TEAM MEMBERS: Last weekend members of our EST were commissioned to serve the parish and its mission. The current members are: Tina Quinn (chair) (7pm Mass), Vicki Munday (deputy chair)(7pm Mass), Fr Vincent, Fr Jaya, Deacon Andy, Fran Morley (10am Mass), Sue McCall (10am Mass), Bernard Duggan (10am
Mass), Lalin Kumarajeewa (7pm Mass), Rosanna Orlando (11am Mass), Rosa Xue (11am Mass). Please do contact them if you wish to raise any issues; please continue keep them in your prayers.
HOSPITALITY TEAM: I would like to form a hospitality team
with a number of people who could be approached to support our various parish events and looking towards our mission. If you enjoy people, baking, serving (and washing up!) contact Tina [email protected] ‘Be not forgetful of hospitality; for by it some have unawares
entertained angels.’ Hebrews 13:2.
PLEASE PRAY FOR Janet P, Elvira & Rocky, Judy Brown, George Chesworth, Margaret Hicks, Jean White, Colette Clarke, David Palmer, Brian Gardiner, Sheila Morris & family, Karen Bell, John Hennessy, Aruni Panabokke, Pat O’Neill, Valerie Summerton, Myra & Bosco Andrade, Marcus Boulton-Smith, Jean Mooney, Kushmi De’Saram, Eloise Chessman, Christopher Browne, Bobby Murphy, Abid & Abbas Akperally, Lucky, Sujatha & Mano Disshnayake, Daham Koralage, Jackie Galbraith, Joan Forbes, Doris Leggett, John O’Reilly, Bill Eastman, Shane Wing, Kathryn Morley, Carol Butt, Maureen Lee, Roy Reeves, Joachim Rodrigues, Donna Madden, Joyce Mguni, Noreen Kealy, Kay Kelly, Colm O’Riordan, Simon Parry, Sue Tutton, Alex Boyle, Janette Brookes, Joy Grant, Joanne Cunio, Ludwig Basisty, Irene Green, JL, Malcolm Cross, O’Hanlon family, Paul Sassu, Peter Scott, Phyllis Grattan, Maria Annunziata, Perry Cunio, Mike Mantle, NW, Joe Sculley, Pauldia Grant and all parishioners who are ill.
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES led by Bishop Philip Egan; Spiritual Director, Fr PJ Smith, 25—29 July (4
nights). Return flight Southampton Airport/Bordeaux. Staying at the Hotel La Solitude, price £645. All bookings to be made through Father PJ Smith email [email protected]/Mob No 07780221686
PARISH PILGRIMAGE 2019
St Paul brought Christianity to Malta around 60AD when he was being transported to Rome for trial. The ship
carrying him was caught in a violent storm and wrecked on the coast of Malta (described in Chapter 28 of the
Acts of the Apostles). We will ‘follow’ St Paul around the Island and visit some interesting historical places
associated with him. The Pilgrimage is planned for 8 - 15 October 2019, led by Father Vincent and Godfrey. For information please
contact Godfrey Doyle via the Parish Office, or see the brochures in the porch.
DON BOSCO CAMP: Portsmouth Diocesan “Don Bosco” Boys Camp 2019 – Fr Mark Hogan will again be leading a
camp for boys of secondary school age at St Cassian’s, Kintbury, from Sunday 28 July to Saturday 3 August. There will be plenty of sport, outings, competitions, fun and games to ensure that boys will have a fantastic few days. This will continue to take place within the context of the celebration of the Catholic Faith, including daily Mass and morning
prayer. The cost of the camp is £210 (part bursaries may be available on application). To find out more or to reserve a place, please contact Angela Mulkerns on 07764 761 006 or email [email protected] On Sunday 24 February, from 2pm—4pm at St Peter’s Church, Winchester, we will be hosting our “Bosco Experience” for
any boys of secondary school age – a chance for boys who have been on camp to meet with old friends and for those who want to find out more to have a ‘taste’ of the Bosco Experience. Fun activities for the boys and a chance for parents to find out more and sign up for camp.
CARING FOR OUR COMMON HOME: ‘I am putting you in charge of the fish, the birds and all
the wild animals’ Genesis 1:28-29 God has given us many gifts. Possibly one of the most amazing is the earth we stand on! But a little more each day, we are damaging this amazing gift, however, it’s not too late! Once a month, I will share a tip that can help save God’s creation. They are very simple and don’t take much
time. Here is this month’s tip: Did you know that an average bath uses 80 litres of water? That’s the same as 18 buckets of water! When you can, try taking a shower instead of a bath. They use a significant amount less than baths, saving you water and money!
Together, we CAN make a change! Bethany, aged 12.
FATHER VINCENT celebrates his 40th Year of Ordination on the Feast of St Joseph on Tuesday 19th
March. He will preside at 7pm Mass in St Joseph Church followed by a bring and share gathering in the St Joseph Hall. Please make a note …. do come along … A special collection will take place weekend of 9/10 March …..
200 CLUB—FEBRUARY 2019 WINNERS Celia Axton 1st Prize £20.00
Judy Brown 2nd Prize £10.00
CONFESSION TIMES St Joseph: Thursdays 11:45am Saturdays 5:45pm
St Edmund: Saturdays 11:30am
CONTACT DETAILS: Parish Priest: Monsignor Canon Vincent Harvey Email address: [email protected] Father Vincent Tel. No. 023 8033 4891 Assistant Priest: Father Jaya Praveen Yenubari Email address: [email protected] Father Jaya Tel. No. 023 8017 2104 Presbytery Address: 14 Rockstone Place, Southampton, SO15 2EQ Assistant Priest: Father Elijah Fru Nde, Mob. 07774 667 010 Email address: [email protected] Deacon: Deacon Andy Philpott Email address: [email protected] Parish Secretary & Tel: Mrs Anne Wheeler / 023 8033 3589 Parish Office Address: St. Edmund’s Lodge, The Avenue, SO17 1XJ Parish Website: www.southampton-city-catholics.org.uk Parish Email Address: [email protected] Pastoral Assistant: Mrs Tina Quinn Tel 023 8033 3589 Mobile 07827 810 457 email: [email protected] Catholic Home Care: Mrs Anne Monaghan 023 8017 0498 Email address: [email protected] Hospital Chaplaincy: 023 8120 8517 PA Property Admin: Chris Barber Tel 023 8017 0499 Email Address: [email protected] Poitiers Project Brian Arthur 07796 161 047/0238029 2692 Polish Chaplaincy: Father Mariusz Urbanowski Tel. No. 023 8178 6316 Email address: [email protected] Address: 15 Landguard Road, Southampton, SO15 5DL Safeguarding Reps: Catherine Marshall-Cox & Claire Thompson Solent Uni. Chaplain: Sister Emiliana Silva—Mob. 07426 000 213 email: [email protected] S’oton Uni. Chaplains: Father Jaya Praveen Yenubari Tel. No. 023 8017 2104 Email: [email protected] Sister Valentina Stilo—Mob. 07983 883 377 Vocations to Priesthood: www.portsmouthdiocese.org.uk/vocation/ OUR CATHOLIC SCHOOLS: Springhill Primary 023 8033 3954 St Anne School 023 8032 8200 St George College 023 8032 2603
COLLECTIONS
3.2.19
1ST
2ND RACIAL JUSTICE
Totals £2,594.22 £216.73
Cash 986.72 177.98
S / O 1,286.00 31.00
Gift Aid 321.50 7.75
MASS INTENTIONS FOR WEEK COMMENCING SUNDAY 10 FEBRUARY 2019 *(Church key to City Centre Catholic Masses below are SJ = St Joseph’s Church, Bugle Street, SO14 2AH and SE = St Edmund’s Church, The Avenue, SO17 1XJ)
SAT 9 FEB VIGIL MASS 6:15PM 7:00PM
SJ SE
PADRAIG MURPHY RIP (BM) MASS IN POLISH
SUN
10 FEB FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
9:00AM
10:00AM 11:00AM
7:00PM
SE SJ SE
SE
ELLEN, GEORGE & TONY PATTERSON RIP & BERNADETTE KERR RIP (F) MARIOLA WOJCIK—HEALING & WELLBEING (AS) MUMMY (PREMA) 101ST BIRTHDAY, FRIENDS & FAMILY—
GOD’S BLESSINGS & THANKSGIVING (ANUSHKA)
MIRACULOUS HEALING—LUCKY D & WAYNE BARRON & ALL WHO ARE SICK, ALL SALVATION ARMY MEMBERS & FAMILIES—GOD’S BLESSINGS (ANUSHKA)
TUES 12 FEB 5TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME 10:00AM SE EWELINA—GOD’S BLESSINGS & THANKSGIVING (RK)
WED 13 FEB 5TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME 7:00PM SE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
THURS 14 FEB ST CYRIL & ST METHODIUS 12:15PM SJ JAMES PATRICK MCCONNELL RIP (DMCC)
FRI 15 FEB 5TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME 7:00PM SE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH
SAT 16 FEB OUR LADY
ON SATURDAY
11:00AM 6:15PM 7:00PM
SE SJ SE
MRS MARY C HUBBARD’S INTENTION (F) PEOPLE OF THE PARISH MASS IN POLISH
SUN 17 FEB SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
9:00AM 10:00AM 11:00AM
7:00PM
SE SJ SE SE
AGOSTINHO GONCALVES RIP (MG) SARAH KENNEDY—DONNELLY RIP (F) AGNES MARY FALLON RIP (F) ROBERT & FAMILY—THANKSGIVING (RK)
READINGS 17 FEBRUARY 2019 SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR C
1st Reading: Jeremiah 17: 5—8 2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16—20
Gospel: Luke 6:17, 20—26
2ND COLLECTION TODAY
CHURCH MAINTENANCE FUND
2ND COLLECTION NEXT WEEK APF RED BOX APPEAL
10 FEBRUARY 2019
FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR C Psalm Response:
Before the angels I will bless you, O Lord. Gospel Acclamation:
Alleluia, alleluia! I call you friends, says the Lord, because I have
made known to you everything I have learnt from my Father. Alleluia!
PRAYER OF THE CHURCH WEEK 1