TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY OF YEAR B
11th October 2009
Fr Frank writes:
First of all let me record my thanks to all those who have 'gone the extra mile' during my recent absences. Special thanks to my secretary, Rowena Redfern, and to Deacon Kevin.
Many thanks too to everyone who turned out to feed the 300 new student nurses who arrived at the University on Thursday 1st October, and to all those who contributed food, drink, paper plates, plastic knives, beakers etc. It appeared to be touch-and-go at one point, but there was enough, and even a small amount left over which was donated to the kitchen in the Chaplaincy Centre. It was hard work but great fun - very many thanks to all the volunteers. We have a parish to be proud of!
May Our Lady of the Rosary pray for you, and may God richly bless you.
Father Frank
Parish News:
- The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA): teaching sessions for adults wishing to be received into the Church at Easter 2010 begin at 8pm on Friday 23rd October at St Augustine's. If you would like to be enrolled on the course, please speak to either Fr Frank or Deacon Kevin.
- New Altar Servers: Any young person who has made their first Holy Communion and wishes to be trained as an altar server please let Fr. Frank or Deacon Kevin know. It is hoped to begin the training soon.
- Anglia Singers with The Choir of the Bishops' School: will perform a selection of light classical and popular music from the 16th century to the present day at St Augustine's on Saturday 14th November at 7.30pm. Tickets £5 (children aged 5-16 £1, under 5s free) available from 01245 350988, St Augustine's Church or Bishops' School.
- Knights of St Columba Annual Lecture: Wed 14th October at St Augustine's with BBC religious programmes' producer and Director of the Churches' Media Council, Andrew Greystone, will talk on "Too Much Information?". How to survive the digital revolution - of interest to all generations! Details from Chris Thompson (469161) or any Knight.
From the Deanery:
- Mr Andy Lewis seeks sponsorship for CAFOD: Andy Lewis, Religious Studies teacher from St John Payne School is taking part in the 10 mile Great South Run 2009 for CAFOD. He has been training since June to get fit for the 10 mile run in Portsmouth on Sunday 25th October. Inspired by his trip to Ethiopia with CAFOD two years ago, this event is part of the school's Harvest Day fundraising. For more info, photos and to sponsor online please visit www.justgiving.com/mrlewisrunsforcafod/ - alternatively donations can be made through the school (SJP, Patching Hall Lane, Chelmsford CM1 4BS). Many thanks in advance for any contributions!
- Praise and Worship Evening at Our Lady Immaculate Church Hall: at 8pm on Wednesday 14th October with speaker Walter King, Vice Dean at Chelmsford Cathedral. The talk is on the 'Ministry of healing in the life of the Church'. More info from Jane Parker on 01245 473652.
From the Diocese:
- FREE Let Me Be Your Home concert: The next concert will be held on Thursday 22nd October 2009 at 7.30pm, Brentwood Cathedral Hall, Ingrave Road, Brentwood. Come and join us for an enjoyable Evening Concert with John Glynn and Aquila. Songs from the latest CD 'Let Me be Your Home' and including the world famous I Watch the Sunrise led by Rev John Glynn Priest, Singer & Song Writer. Admission Free with interval collection. Further details on the website www.johnglynn.org.uk
- Diocesan Gregorian Chant Day, Sat. 21st November: at Brentwood Cathedral from 11am to 4pm (registration 10.30am) led by Nick Gale, Director of Music at St George's RC Cathedral, Southwark. Cost £7, please bring a packed lunch. Further info or bookings from Shirley Timmins on 01277 219944, by Email or alternate Email
Other:
- Spiritual Adventure Cruise March 24th 2010: on luxurious cruise ship 'The Spirit of Adventure', in the footsteps of St Paul covering Libya, Greece and Turkey, exploring Athens, Piraeus and Rhodes with fellow Christians and hosted by Pam Rhodes, Syd Little, Don McLean, Chris Gidney, Rev John Hudson and Ernie Rae. For more info and details of on-board study groups and historical site visits go to www.spiritofadventure.co.uk/news/a-pilgrimage-to-the-lands-of-st-paul.aspx
- 'Relaxation and the Longing to go Deeper', a retreat: organized by Tumble Trust centring on stillness and silence, prayer and meditation. Fri (evening) 13th Nov to Sun 15th Nov (after lunch) at Sion, Brentwood. Tumble Trust has been described as 'learning to be' - an introduction to meditation and contemplative prayer. It takes its inspiration from cherished Christian contemplative traditions. It is also good fun. Further info from Maddy Edwards 01277 244370 or 07710 187292
Sunday Smile:
Some genuine answers to RE questions (or so I'm assured!)
In the first book of the Bible, Guinesses, God got tired of creating the world so he took the Sabbath off.
Adam and Eve were created from an apple tree.
Noah's wife was Joan of Ark. Noah built the ark and the animals came in pears.