St. Augustine of Canterbury, Springfield

THE THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT (READINGS FROM YEAR A):
6/7th March 2010

Fr Frank writes:

We continue our series of meditations on 'Home is a Holy Place':

Purely functional relationships are not enough for human beings. They need interpersonal relationships that are rich in inner depth, gratuitousness and self-sacrifice. Fundamental among these are the relationships created in the family. Pope John Paul II in 2000.

Read more at www.homeisaholyplace.org.uk

May the God of peace fill you with His peace.

Fr Frank

Parish News:

Masses: I am very conscious of the backlog of Masses waiting to be said. Every request is important but we do give priority where we know there is a particular urgency - illness, recent death or serious problems - and in the case of multiple requests for the same person we try to spread them out in fairness to everyone. I know you will be patient and assure you that we do give everyone equal consideration.
Papal visit: During the recent Ad Liminia Visit, the Holy Father announced his forthcoming trip to the UK. Sadly there is already opposition, headed by the Secular Society of Great Britain, who have launched an online petition which has already attracted 20,000 signatures. A petition supporting the visit has only 1,200 signatures. You are asked to visit the website and add your signature as we welcome the Holy Father to our country. Please visit www.petitiononline.com/PopeinUK/petition.html
Chelmsford Lioness Club Fashion Show: St Augustine's Church Hall, Thursday 25th March 7.30pm for 8pm. Entry £5 including glass of wine or juice. Clothes manufactured for leading High Street stores. All ages welcome with proceeds going to Helen Rollason Cancer Charity. Call Chris Bennett (sooner rather than later!) for tickets 01245 357189.
The 'Brains of Brentwood Diocese' Quiz at Walsingham House 13th March 7pm: Chris Thompson is organizing a team for this inter-parish quiz which Maria Webb is masterminding to raise money for Walsingham House. If you would like to participate in this bid for our parish to be awarded the coveted title of 'Brain of Brentwood Diocese', please contact Chris on 469191 or by Email. Tickets £5 for 19+, £3.50 for 16-19 and £2 for under 16s.
Easter Lilies: Each year we ask for donations for Easter Lilies to decorate St Augustine's for our Easter Celebrations. If you would like to make a donation (a suggested donation of £3) in memory of a deceased loved one, please place your offering in an envelope marked "Easter Lilies" and pass it to Cath Lyons. Many thanks for your generosity

From the Deanery:

Praise and Worship meeting: Wednesday 10th March at 8pm in the hall behind Our Lady Immaculate RC Church. The speaker is Wendy Thomas on the theme of 'The Father Heart of God'.
St John Payne School PTA St Patrick's Ceilidh Barn Dance: in Upper School Hall on Saturday 13th March. Licenced bar. Doors open 7.30pm. Tickets only £6 available from the school on 01245 256030. All welcome.

From the Diocese:

Annual Diocesan Spirituality Day: Saturday 13th March, 10am registration for 10.30am start, finishing 3.30pm, at Cathedral Conference Centre, Brentwood. Speaker Fr Daniel O'Leary, author and theologian on 'The Two Journeys' - into the heart and into the world. Cost £10 per person.
Day for Renewal at SION community: Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, Saturday March 27th 10am-4.30pm. Theme 'I thirst', speaker: Fr Angelus. All welcome. Please bring packed lunch.

Other News:

The Lion the Witch & the Wardrobe: presented by Offspringers at The Cramphorn Theatre, 16 - 20th March with performances from our very own 'junior' parishioners, Ben and Laura Hitchen, Megan Middleton and Alexander and Henry Whitington! Tickets available from 07765 772059.

Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School, Rayleigh SS6 9EH: requires a motivated, creative and organised class teacher (NQT/Experienced), initially for a Year 1 or Year 2 class. Permanent post from September 2010. Details from Mr J F O'Brien (Headteacher). Visits strongly encouraged. Closing date 22.03.10
Furnished double room (for single occupancy) for rent in Brentwood: in recently modernised flat 10 mins walk from Brentwood station. Suit young professional , preferably female, to share with 29 year old female owner. Rent £475 pcm inc. bills with £500 deposit. Further info from www.spareroom.co.uk/flatshare Ad ref. 1136720
YMCA Trustees Voluntary appointment: Chelmsford YMCA seeks to welcome and encourage everyone, especially children, young people and their families to belong, contribute and thrive, and achieve their full potential. We are seeking to appoint up to 4 trustees to strengthen our board as we expand our work. We are looking for people with experience in Finance/Fundraising, Buildings, Childcare, Marketing/IT or Youth Development. Board meetings take place 6 weekly - a commitment of approximately 8 meetings per year, plus additional Board Training and sub committees as needed. If you are an active Christian and have motivation, commitment, experience to support and promote our Christian ethos, please apply for an application pack from www.chelmsfordymca.co.uk. More info about the role can be obtained informally from Rowena Kerslake on 01245 200470.

Sunday Smile:

NOTICES (genuine, so I am assured!)
In a launderette: Automatic Washing Machines. Please remove all your clothes when the light goes out.
In a Dry Cleaner's Window: Anyone leaving their garments here for more than 30 days will be disposed of.
On a Loo door in a London Office: Toilet out of action - use floor below instead.

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THE THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT (READINGS FROM YEAR A):
6/7th March 2010