THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD (EASTER DAY):
12th April 2009
Father Frank and Anne
And
Deacon Kevin and Cath
Wish you all a happy and blessed Easter.
Surrexit Christus, Alleluia!
Churches Together in Chelmsford cycle of prayer:
- Week beginning:
- 12th April: St Luke's , Moulsham Lodge (Rev Carol Smith)
- 19th April: St Mary's, Widford & Holy Spirit, Westlands (Rev Dave Robbins)
Parish News:
- Christian Aid Week 10-16 May 2009: Last May people in and around Chelmsford raised a record-breaking sum of £45,000 for Christian Aid. Some of it provided relief in emergencies such as the cyclone flooding in Burma. Most of it was available for long-term projects such as training Ghanaian villagers to organise grants for local education, healthcare and transport. Please join our faithful team of collectors in May: stop and think about the above facts, and you will see why helping makes such a difference. Many thanks. Maureen Henes (tel. 469933)
- Time Team at New Hall: this special documentary is scheduled for transmission at 7.30pm on Easter Monday 13 April. Do check the listings in case there is any alteration.
- The Augustinian: we are looking for articles for the next edition of our parish magazine. If at all possible, submit your articles to me by email as a Word document. But anything gratefully received in whatever format! Thank you, Fr Frank
- The Bishops' School Reading Club: is looking for more volunteers to listen to children reading. The club runs from 8.30 to 9.00 each morning. You can volunteer for any number of mornings - I do Thursday and Friday mornings, and find it most rewarding. Details from Mrs Forte in the school office, tel: 460107. Thank you, Fr Frank
- St Therese of Lisieux: The relics of St Therese are coming to England this year. The most convenient stopping off point for Springfield is the Shrine of Our Lady at Walsingham, where they will be displayed for veneration on Tuesday 6th October. If there is sufficient interest, we may be able to organise a coach from St Augustine's. If you would like to go, please add your name to the list at the back of church. Fr Frank
- New Hall School Open Day: A leading Catholic boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 3 -18. Monday 4th May 9am - 12.30pm. Student-led tours throughout the morning and talks by the Principal and current students at 10.30am and 11.30am followed by Equestrian Team Displays at 11.15am and 12.15pm. More info from 01245 467588 or by Email.
From the Diocese:
- The Brentwood Ursuline Sisters: ask you to pray with them during their Chapter gathering in Easter Week (13th - 17th April). Many thanks.
Other News:
- Pro-life meeting by Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC): on Tuesday 21st April at Brentwood Catholic Cathedral Hall, Ingrave Rd., Brentwood (CM15 8AT). John Smeaton, SPUC's National Director, will be speaking about the challenges facing the pro-life movement in the wake of the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill being passed by Parliament and how the new law will affect society's most vulnerable human beings. Please make a big effort to attend and hear what you can do to make a stand for the sanctity of human life at the local and national level. The meeting starts at 7.30pm and will finish at 9pm. Further info from Teresa Mills on 01277 262251 or by Email.
- Sheltered Accommodation in Essex: The Brentwood Branch of the Catholic Women's League (CWL) gives notification of sheltered accommodation for the Elderly (60+) at Flat 26 St Anne's, St Anne's Close (Off Whitmore Way), Stifford Clays, Grays, Essex RM16 2AY. A double 1 bedroom 1st floor flat with wet room. Newly refurbished, modern, self contained, gas central heating, passenger and stair lifts available. Warden and Careline assisted. CCTV and Secure entry systems. Communal gardens, laundry and lounge. Charity run. Short distance from shops, health centre, buses and church. £136.33 per week inclusive of services and support charges. Contact CWL on 01702 510523.
Advertisements:
- Events Manager, Brentwood Catholic Youth Service: If you have a heart for young people, the ability to put together faith based and social events for 11-18 year olds, and experience in running events for 150+ people, you could be the ideal candidate to be our next Events Manager. Vacancy from Sept. 1st. Closing date 23rd April. Full details on www.bcys.net/jobs
- Headteacher required for Holy Cross Catholic Primary School, Ockendon: from September 2009. Group 3 school ISR L18-L24. Please contact Mrs P Morris on 01708 853000 for details. Closing date 22 April 2009.
Sunday Smile:
One for the intellectuals:
Rene Descartes walks into a bar and asks for a pint of beer. He quickly knocks it back. The barman says,
Would you like another? Descartes replies, I think not - and promptly disappears!
Parish Weekly Income:
Grateful thanks for your continued generosity.