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Fr. Steve Wymer - Parish Priest 020 8650 3390 - [email protected] Fr. Ashley Beck - 020 8650 4117 or 020 7998 5949 - [email protected] Fr. Simplicio D’Souza - 020 8650 7533 - [email protected] Deacon Sean Murphy - 020 3490 5693 - [email protected]
CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. EDMUND OF CANTERBURY 27 January 2019 3rd SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
20 Village Way, Beckenham BR3 3NP Email [email protected]
Website: www.saintedmunds.net Parish Office 020 8650 0970 Monday to Friday 9 - 1pm
Salesian Sisters 25 Village Way, BR3 3NA
020 8650 6313 [email protected]
Missionary Sisters of St. Peter Claver
89 Shortlands Road BR2 0JL 020 8313 3915
The second collection this weekend is for the work of our local SVP
A WORD FROM FR STEVE
PLEASE DO NOT PARK ON THE FORECOURT - LEAVE IT FREE FOR THE PRIESTS
300 Club
248 Jeremy Bolton £100 194 David Hankin £75
47 Bernadette Kirby £50 159 Fiona Bean £25
Congratulations to all our winners
ST EDMUND’S WALKING GROUP Sunday 3 February - Feast Day of St Blaise.
Walk to the Well of St Blaise, Bromley Civic Centre. Meet at Beckenham Place Park Mansion at 12.30 pm.
There is a very steep hill to climb so some may wish to join the group outside Bromley Library at 2.15 from where it is a
short walk to the well. There was a strong devotion to St Blaise in Kent in the medieval times and prayers will be said at the well to
honour this feast day. Details of the next walks are displayed on the notice board
at the back of the church.
THE FEAST OF ST JOHN BOSCO
The Salesian Sisters would like to warmly invite all who can come after morning Mass on Wednesday 30th January (a day early!) to enjoy a cup of tea and help them
celebrate the feast of their patron saint St John Bosco.
They look forward to welcoming you to 25 Village Way!
FAITH IN ACTION 2019 - COMING SOON! Are you aged between 9-18? Read on to find out how you can take up the ‘Faith in Action’ challenge for 2019 and also register now online! ‘Faith in Action’ is a national award scheme from Catholic Youth Ministry Federation (CYMFED) which challenges young people of faith to make a difference in the world through service and spiritual reflection. There are four levels of the award - Pin, Bronze, Silver, Gold and each one recognises and celebrates the good work and positive contribution made by young people in their parishes, schools and communities. In November 2018 we were delighted to celebrate the hard work and achievements of all young people who participated in Faith in Action last year and received awards from Archbishop Peter Smith at the Faith in Action ceremony. All young people in Bromley Deanery aged 9-18 years are invited to take part in the Faith in Action Award Scheme, which will launch for its third year this Sunday 27 January from 2-4pm at St Joseph’s Church, Plaistow Lane, Bromley. So, if you are a young person who reads at Mass, sings or plays an instrument in the choir, altar serves, helps or volunteers in your school or community in any way, then come along to register! Alternatively, you may want to become involved but are not sure how to begin – come along to meet the team and learn more about the range of exciting opportunities open to you. Take a look at our Faith in Action Bromley Deanery videos on YouTube, Facebook @bromleydeanery see: http://www.bromleydeanery.org/?p=526 or email [email protected]. You can also register now online, just visit the link: https://goo.gl/forms/8r6R1NbaI27YFODS2
PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO
WALSINGHAM
27 – 29 July
A family pilgrimage to Walsingham is being planned for the last week-end in July. We have reserved a block of rooms, singles, twins, dou-bles and family – all ensuite, and we need to know the level of interest from parishioners. The price of B&B is £49.50 per adult and £24.75 for under 16s. Travel will be by coach.
If you are interested in joining the pilgrimage please contact Diane Brelu straight away on
0208 658 9365 or email Diane at [email protected]
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK - LADY CHAPEL
Last autumn when it was decided that the names of the sick would not routinely be read out at each Mass, the list of those who had asked to be remembered in our prayers was displayed in the Lady Chapel and parishioners were invited to add the names of others in need of prayer. This hasn’t been used much but it appears that someone is ‘tidying up’ the names that are pinned there. Please don’t do this. There is space for all who need our prayers.
If ever I’m disappointed with my lot in life, I stop and think about little Jamie Scott. Jamie was trying for a part in his school play. His mother told me that he’d set his heart on being in it, though she feared he would not be chosen. On the day the parts were awarded, I went with her to collect him after school. Jamie rushed up, eyes shining with pride and excitement. Then he said these words that remain a lesson to me: “I’ve been chosen to clap and cheer.” [Marie Curling in Guideposts Magazine]
Laudato Si’ evening in St Joseph’s Parish Hall Bromley This Sunday 27 January at 6.30pm They will be showing the film Before the Flood (a 2016 documentary film about climate change). The poster in the porch gives more information. [Laudato Si’: on care for our common home is written by Pope Francis and is concerned with our treatment of the environment]
DIOCESAN JOB OPPORTUNITIES The Diocese is currently advertising two posts which they have asked us to publicise in the newsletter. One is for a Resource Assistant at the Centre for Catholic formation in Tooting. This post will include
revitalising and running the bookshop, promoting online sales through their website and organising and running events. The other post is for an Adviser for Catechesis and Adult Formation in Kent. The key function of this post is in assisting parishes in the work of adult formation, the training of catechists and evangelization. There are job specifications on the board in the porch but full details are at: www.ccftootingbec.org.uk/jobs
ST MARY’S SCHOOL Foundation governors for St Mary's Catholic
Primary School, Westgate Road, Beckenham
We currently seek to appoint foundation governors to our Governing Body and are
especially keen to recruit people with skills in finance, technology and communications. Diocesan policy requires foundation governors to be practising Catholics and they have a statutory duty to preserve and develop the religious character of the school. If you would like to be considered or would like more information, please email Mr J Hayes, Chair of Governors ([email protected]) to outline your experience and explaining what you could bring to the role.
FLAME 3 Saturday 2 March
Don’t miss out, book your tickets now!! We’re excited to announce that the biggest Catholic youth event in the UK is returning to London’s Wembley Arena, as CYMFED organise Flame 2019. Many exciting speakers have already been announced and the day is expected to be a fantastic opportunity to celebrate our shared faith on a grand scale. The theme for this event is ‘#Significance’ and you can find out all about the programme for this event by visiting CYMFED’s website: https://cymfed.org.uk/flame2019/. CYM Bromley Deanery will be taking a group to Flame this year and we will be travelling by coach. We still have some tickets left at the discounted price of £20, so if you are aged 14 – 29yrs and would like an amazing day, bring some friends and come along – tickets are selling fast so don’t miss out! To reserve your tickets and to find out more, email: [email protected]
CLICK-TO-PRAY-APP
It is estimated that 63% of internet users will be accessing online information via their mobile phone during 2019. It is perhaps more important than ever before to reach out to people using technology and Pope Francis has recently launched his online profile (available on Android and iOS) to 'stay in touch with others, to share values and projects and to express the desire to form a community.’
The pope specifically called for young people to download the Click-to-pray app and pray with him, especially during World Youth Day 2019 in Panama. The app is available in six languages and has an accompanying website, clicktopray.org This is a great way to engage in a daily prayer routine with the Holy Father.
LIFT TO 5.30PM MASS We have an elderly gentleman parishioner who has been a regular attendee at our 5.30 Mass. He has just given up his car and now finds it difficult to make the journey from Foxgrove Road. Is there anyone who comes from that direction to the 5.30 Mass who could offer this gentleman a lift. He is mobile If you could help please would you speak to Deacon Sean.
LENTEN COURSES There is an varied program of short courses being run during Lent by some of our fellow churches. There are forms in the porch for you to take and read and they can be used to apply direct to the organisers if you wish to attend.
CATHOLIC YOUTH MINISTRY Careers Fair - 9 February
Following the success of our first CYM Careers Fair in April last year, we are holding a second careers event on Saturday 9
February from 11.30am - 2.30pm at St James
the Great Church, Petts Wood. Come and take part in ‘mock interviews’, receive one-to-one careers advice from industry professionals, find out about the range of opportunities relating to modern day apprenticeships, peer ministry and GAP year opportunities and receive practical tips to help craft the perfect CV. Register now for tickets:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cym-careers-fair-
for-young-people-tickets-53537929388
A TIME FOR MOURNING - A RETREAT WORKSHOP FOR THOSE SUFFERING THE PAIN OF LOSS
22 - 24 March - Aylesford Priory There are flyers in the porch giving details of a weekend
retreat.
We pray for those who have died recently: John Kelsall, Madeleine Bennett, Tom Kennedy, Daniel Rumbol, Catherine Davies, John Flood, Armando Campos, James Mulroy, Marie Hatt, Monica Cronin and Monica Hyland. We pray for those whose anniversaries are this week: Yvonne Harvey, Jason Du Haney, Michael Akpenyi, Ellen Murnane, Catherine Teresa Jones, Victor Parascandolo, Frank Dyer, James Doherty, Josephine Wesson, Patricia Edwards, John Hatfield, Dolly Lock, Patricia Jenkins, Mary Li, Gaynor Mullane. We pray for the sick: Andrew, Bernice, Edith Campos, Paul James Claridge, Arthur Cromwell, Joan Davies, Daniel Dennehy, Giacomo Dillon, John Dillon, Rosanna Domenissini, Bridget D’Souza, Ann Elmer, Elizabeth, Olive Essien, Margaret Fennessy, Hans Halpin, Anisah Hassan, Eileen Hayes, Kathleen Heneghan, Jim Henry, Catherine Hulland, Jerry Jacob, John, Sarah Marie Kench, Ken Francis Kench, Keith Kench, Ann Kingston, Richard Kirin, Grace Knight, Agnes Yuen Man Leung, Paul McQuinny and family, Maria McWay, Eddie Mitchell, Mary O’Keeffe, Orla O’Regan, Jonathan Parker, Catherine Phelan, Hilary Pitt, John Quaife, David Rogers, Rosa, Colleen Schroeder, Siobhan, Paula Shaw, Margaret Simpson, Paul Stevenson, Charlie Wynn, Barry Thorp, Patricia Weal, Joan & Alfred.
Readings for Sunday 3 February (C) Jeremiah 1:4-5. 17-19
Psalm 70 Paul to Corinthians 12:31 - 13:13
Luke 4: 21-30
DIARY DATES Meditation every Monday in no11 from 5.30 - 6.15 pm There is an open door for the bereaved on the first
Wednesday of every month from 10.30am in no11
Law Surgery is every second Monday of the month at 7pm
in no11
Drop In for those living with memory loss and their carers
is every Thursday at 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm in the Hall.
FEBRUARY
Sun 3 Walk to St Blaise’s Well
Tue 5 CWL meeting
Wed 6 Bereavement Open Door
Fri 8 Requiem of Armando Campos 11am
Mon 11 Law Surgery
Mon 11 Requiem of Marie Hatt 12.30pm
Thur 14 Requiem of John Flood 10am
Fri 22 Requiem of Monica Hyland 2pm
MAY
Sat 18 Claver Convent Garden Party
Masses this week
Monday 28 January St Thomas Aquinas, Priest & Doctor
of the Church
8.15 am Church Robert A Duval & family
10.00 am Church Mrs M Hanlon RIP
7.30 pm 27 VW Adoration
Tuesday 29 January Feria
8.15 am Claver Mary Bradford 10.00 am Church Schutz, Feeny & David families Wednesday 30 January Feria 8.15 am Claver Ints of the Hickey family 10.00 am Church Walter Airey RIP (anniv) 6.00 pm 27 VW Mass in honour of St John Bosco 7.30 pm Church Emma Byrne RIP Thursday 31 January St John Bosco, Priest 8.15 am Claver O’Reilly family 10.00 am Church John Murnane, & family members living & dec’d 8.00 pm Claver Adoration
Friday 1 February Feria 8.15 am Claver Ints of Margaret Brocklehurst 9.10 am St Mary’s Private Intention 10.00 am Church Anthony Leonard RIP and Frank Dyer RIP Adoration & Benediction Saturday 2 February The Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas) 8.15 am Claver The forgotten Holy Souls 10.00 am Church John Murnane, orphans & benefactors
Confessions are heard from
10.30 - 11.00am and from 5.30pm - 5.55pm
6.00 pm Church Eichmuller & De Souza families
Sunday 3 February Fourth Sunday 8.00 am Church Thomas Keane Sr 9.30 am Church For the people 11.00 am Church Richard Graves RIP 5.30 pm Church Aileen Dunning RIP 7.00 pm Church Ida Grocholska RIP
The Rosary is prayed from 9.40 every Monday - Saturday and following these Masses there is exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament.
COLLECTION
The collection last weekend came to £2111.87 with an additional £1534.48 through standing orders and
Church Suite.
Thank you for your continued generosity.
PURSE HANDED IN TO OFFICE Please contact the office if you have recently lost
your purse - 020 8650 0970
Sunday 27 January Third Sunday 8.00 am Church Pedro Fernandes RIP 9.30 am Church For the people (Family Mass) 11.00 am Church Prof Peter Millard RIP 5.30 pm Church Dec’d members of the Slater & Taylor families 7.00 pm Church Nell Collins RIP
JACKET LEFT IN THE HALL A man’s winter jacket was left in the Hall two
Sundays ago. It is branded Premier Man and is light brown. Please call at the Office if you think it might
be yours.
STORE ROOM IN NO 9 We are clearing out the Committee Room. Anything that is not labelled will be removed this week and will
be disposed of.