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Fr John writes: Thank you so much for your lovely warm welcome. It is great to be here. Please bear with me as I sele into my new home with you here at Fareham & Portchester and find my feet. I am really looking forward to geng to know you all, in me (but be aware, I am terrible at remembering names!) Some of you may remember me from 1989 when I served here for a year as a Student with Cn. David Hopgood many moons ago. I celebrated my Silver Jubilee this year in June. I am here to serve you as best I can. You may be aware that I will be here on my own in the Parish, with no Assistant Priest. I am, however, very grateful for the ongoing support of the rered resident Clergy who will be helping me as they are able. As many of the Priests these days, I do have several ‘other hats’ within the Diocese that I’d like to share with you as this will directly impact how and when I will be available for the Parish & Parish School. Firstly, I am the current (and only) R.C. Chaplain at H.M.P. Winchester and I am called to serve the men in the prison on a Saturday. I have been doing this for about 6 years now. I go into the Prison early in the morning and celebrate Mass. Then it is my job to be out on the wings and to deal with all other requests for the Sacraments or Pastoral & Spiritual support. I will be back in the Parish in me to celebrate the Vigil Mass at St Mary’s. Bishop Philip is, and has been (for the past year) trying to relieve me of this duty. When he is able to find a replacement, it will take about 6 months for that person to obtain the required high level Security clearance. Therefore, it looks likely that I will be connuing this for the foreseeable future. This will mean that the Saturday morning Mass at 9.30am and Confessions, won’t be possible, at least for the me being. However, I will be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliaon during the morning when we have the First Friday Devoons, and from 6-7pm on a Friday evening for the other Fridays in the month (i.e. on the 2 nd , 3 rd , 4 th Fridays), or at other mes by appointment. Secondly, I am the new Vocaons Promotor for the Diocese. Bishop Philip has moved me here to Fareham because of this new role as it will involve frequent meengs with both him and Fr Gerard Flynn, the Vocaons Director. This promoon role will involve me working with the young people in our Schools, Colleges, Universies and, of course, raising the profile of all Vocaons within our parishes as well as working with the Seminaries and aending other naonal events. It is my intenon to try and keep most of the vocaons work to a Thursday, if this can be arranged, and I will be hosng a monthly Friday evening gathering for ‘seekers’. For one weekend a month I have been asked to travel around the Diocese and talk at other parishes and be with them for their weekend Masses. I am trying to arrange a regular supply cover for this rotaon at the moment so that there is some stability here for the parish. Mrs Clare Ryan has been employed by the Diocese, on a full me basis, to assist me with this role and she will be based here in Fareham. Some of you may know Clare from the many years she worked at Park Gate as a Pastoral Assistant. Please pray for us as we undertake this new challenge. Creang a culture of vocaon and intenonal discipleship in the Diocese will have a posive impact for us all. However, without a surge in vocaons to the Priesthood, the Diocese will struggle to maintain the current model. I will share more of this with you in me. Thirdly, I am the Diocesan Administrator for the ‘Lile M’ Secular Clergy New Common Fund, assisng our rered clergy. Lastly, Bishop Philip has appointed me the Co- ordinang Pastor, once again, for our Solent Pastoral Area. Mr Marn Ryan, as you know, has gone to work with Fr PJ in Portsmouth and we are acvely recruing for someone to fill this posion. I am very grateful to Miss Holly Phillips who has stepped in to help me during this interim period. I am sure you will all help her to keep things running as smoothly as possible. Thank you for all you give to our community and mission here and I am looking forward to walking alongside you as we seek to make disciples of all the naons (Mt. 28). Please keep me in your prayers, and Fr PJ too, as he seles into his responsibilies in the Cathedral Parish. A.M.D.G. TWENTY SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - Year B Weekday Cycle - Year 2 30TH SEPTEMBER 2018 Prayer of the Church: Psalter Week 2
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Fr John writes:
Thank you so much for your lovely warm welcome. It is great to be here. Please bear with me as I settle into my new home with you here at Fareham & Portchester and find my feet. I am really looking forward to getting to know you all, in time (but be aware, I am terrible at remembering names!) Some of you may remember me from 1989 when I served here for a year as a Student with Cn. David Hopgood many moons ago. I celebrated my Silver Jubilee this year in June.
I am here to serve you as best I can. You may be aware that I will be here on my own in the Parish, with no Assistant Priest. I am, however, very grateful for the ongoing support of the retired resident Clergy who will be helping me as they are able. As many of the Priests these days, I do have several ‘other hats’ within the Diocese that I’d like to share with you as this will directly impact how and when I will be available for the Parish & Parish School.
Firstly, I am the current (and only) R.C. Chaplain at H.M.P. Winchester and I am called to serve the men in the prison on a Saturday. I have been doing this for about 6 years now. I go into the Prison early in the morning and celebrate Mass. Then it is my job to be out on the wings and to deal with all other requests for the Sacraments or Pastoral & Spiritual support. I will be back in the Parish in time to celebrate the Vigil Mass at St Mary’s. Bishop Philip is, and has been (for the past year) trying to relieve me of this duty. When he is able to find a replacement, it will take about 6 months for that person to obtain the required high level Security clearance. Therefore, it looks likely that I will be continuing this for the foreseeable future. This will mean that the Saturday morning Mass at 9.30am and Confessions, won’t be possible, at least for the time being. However, I will be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation during the morning when we have the First Friday Devotions, and from 6-7pm on a Friday evening for the other Fridays in the month (i.e. on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th Fridays), or at other times by appointment.
Secondly, I am the new Vocations Promotor for the Diocese. Bishop Philip has moved me here to Fareham because of this new role as it will involve frequent meetings with both him and Fr Gerard Flynn, the Vocations Director. This promotion role will involve me working with the young people in our Schools, Colleges, Universities and, of course, raising the profile of all Vocations within our parishes as well as working with the Seminaries and attending other national events. It is my intention to try and keep most of the
vocations work to a Thursday, if this can be arranged, and I will be hosting a monthly Friday evening gathering for ‘seekers’. For one weekend a month I have been asked to travel around the Diocese and talk at other parishes and be with them for their weekend Masses. I am trying to arrange a regular supply cover for this rotation at the moment so that there is some stability here for the parish. Mrs Clare Ryan has been employed by the Diocese, on a full time basis, to assist me with this role and she will be based here in Fareham. Some of you may know Clare from the many years she worked at Park Gate as a Pastoral Assistant. Please pray for us as we undertake this new challenge. Creating a culture of vocation and intentional discipleship in the Diocese will have a positive impact for us all. However, without a surge in vocations to the Priesthood, the Diocese will struggle to maintain the current model. I will share more of this with you in time.
Thirdly, I am the Diocesan Administrator for the ‘Little M’ Secular Clergy New Common Fund, assisting our retired clergy. Lastly, Bishop Philip has appointed me the Co-ordinating Pastor, once again, for our Solent Pastoral Area.
Mr Martin Ryan, as you know, has gone to work with Fr PJ in Portsmouth and we are actively recruiting for someone to fill this position. I am very grateful to Miss Holly Phillips who has stepped in to help me during this interim period. I am sure you will all help her to keep things running as smoothly as possible.
Thank you for all you give to our community and mission here and I am looking forward to walking alongside you as we seek to make disciples of all the nations (Mt. 28). Please keep me in your prayers, and Fr PJ too, as he settles into his responsibilities in the Cathedral Parish.
A.M.D.G.
TWENTY SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - Year B Weekday Cycle - Year 2
30TH SEPTEMBER 2018 Prayer of the Church: Psalter Week 2
NATIONAL MASS FOR ALTAR SERVERS The national mass for altar servers will be held on Saturday 6th October in Westminster Cathedral at 14:30. Please see the flyer at the Church entrance for more information about this event.
OBERAMMERGAU 2020
There are just a few places left for the parish pilgrimage to Oberammergau and Lake Garda in May 2020. This may seem like a long way ahead but because of the popularity of Oberammergau, tour operators began taking bookings a year ago. We have planned an exciting, five-night itinerary by air so if you would like further details give Yvette a call on 01329 832781 or email her at [email protected].
DAY FOR ADULTS WHO HELP WITH CHILDREN’S LITURGY, FIRST
COMMUNION, CONFIRMATION, BAPTISM, RCIA, ETC
Saturday 20th October, 10:00-16:00 at Portsmouth Cathedral. Bishop Philip will celebrate Mass in thanksgiving for all Diocesan Catechists and Children’s Liturgy teams. The day will be spent reflecting on the mission, charisms and role of the catechist, and sharing insights in workshops about ‘making our teaching session great’. Lunch will be provided. Book here: http://portsmouthdiocese.org.uk/catechists or phone the Dominican Sisters: 01590 681874.
SOCIAL MEDIA FOR CATHOLIC YOUTH
The Department for Educational Chaplaincies will be publishing fresh content from over 50 contributors around the Diocese every single week of the year at portsmouthdiocese.org.uk/youth. Their Facebook is: @portsmouthdiocesecatholicyouth and their Instagram and Twitter: @portsrcyouth
CAFOD HARVEST FAMILY FAST DAY IS ON FRIDAY 5TH OCTOBER
CAFOD invites us to eat a simple meal or give up a meal or other luxury to help our brothers and sisters overseas who do not have enough to eat or clean water to drink. Fast Day envelopes are in the Church for your savings.
CHANGE TO OFFICE HOURS Please note the change to the Parish Office opening hours.
Monday: 10am-midday and 1pm-3pm Tuesday: 10am-midday and 1pm-3pm
Wednesday: CLOSED Thursday: 10am-midday and 1pm-3pm
Friday: midday-3pm Please note this week the office will be open Wed
3rd Oct and closed Thurs 4th
RICHARD BLANCHARD RIP Sadly, Bill Blanchard, who was Jean’s husband, died on 17th September, just eleven days before they celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
PRISONERS’ SUNDAY
This year on 14th October, we mark Prisoners’ Sunday, the national day of prayer and action for prisoners and their dependents.
ROSARY BEFORE SUNDAY MASS DURING OCTOBER
October is the month of the Rosary. Before Sunday Mass during October, the Rosary will be
prayed and you are most welcome to join us.
ST LUKE’S DAY MASS FOR PORTSMOUTH AREA HEALTH CARE
PROFESSIONALS Thursday 18th October 19:30pm at St John’s Cathedral. All welcome and followed by refreshments in the Cathedral hall.
GOING INTO HOSPITAL? The Chaplaincy Team at Queen Alexandra (QA) Hospital hopes to be able to offer you appropriate spiritual and religious care during your stay in hospital. Contact the Chaplaincy on 02392 286408.
BASICS BANK COLLECTION
The Basics Bank Collection falls on 6th/7th October so please bring in any gifts that you can.
CATHOLIC MARRIAGE CARE Experiencing upset or difficulties? http://www.marriagecare.org.uk/
Tel. 0800 389 3801
FIRST WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONS FOR ST JOSEPH
3rd October after mass at 10am, St Philip Howard.
FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONS 5th October, Sacred Heart. Rosary at 9.00 followed by Mass and Adoration.
FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS
6th October, 9:30am-12:00. St Mary’s, Gosport.
MARYVALE COURSES
Certificate in Parish Mission and Ministry: A one-year, distance-learning course for all those interested in formation for collaborative ministry in parishes, starting on 26th October 2018.
Maryvale Certificate in Catechesis: This is a two year course for those engaged (or would like to become engaged) in Catechesis in their parish
For further details contact Sr. Veronica’s e mail: [email protected]
5 A SIDE WALKING FOOTBALL
The Catenians are running their annual tournament in Southampton on Saturday October 10th and Portsmouth have been invited to enter teams. If you are aged 14 - 84 and can walk then contact Nigel Miller on [email protected] or telephone on 01243 373039 for a place in one of the Portsmouth teams.
FLAME
Just a reminder that the deadline for Flame early bird tickets (£20) is October 15th. From the 16th the cost will be £23.
SCIENCE – OR – RELIGION? A SYMPOSIUM.
Saturday 3rd November 10:00-16:00 in the Discovery Centre in Winchester (opposite St. Peter’s Church). Two leading scientists will ask whether recent research on the Universe suggests the existence of a Creator. There will also be a series of workshops led by experts on such topics as Christianity and Extra Terrestrial Life, the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence and whether human consciousness is immortal. The Symposium is open to all, whether religious or not. See the diocesan e-News for more details. Places are limited and bookings are now open at https://portsmouthdiocese.eventbrite.co.uk
DIOCESAN READER’S DAY Diocesan Reader’s Day Saturday 6th October 10am to 3pm, run by the Dominican Sisters at St Patrick’s Church Hall, Manor Road, Hayling Island PO11 0QU. The day will include Mass, and is a bring your own lunch arrangement. Tea / Coffee will be served. This day is open to readers and would be readers, or those who just want to learn more about reading at Mass. Please call or email to book your place, we do need to know numbers for health and safety, so booking is essential. Call Jan or Fr. Mark on 02392 463854. Email [email protected]
FEAST OF THE HOLY ROSARY
Sunday October 7th is the Feast of the Holy Rosary. It is intended to be a Day of Prayer and Reparation. Therefore you are invited to the Sacred Heart Church at
3pm on this feast day to ‘Unite to Souls around the World’ in the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Parish Office
41 Portland Street, Fareham PO16 0NF Tel: 01329 318869
The Parish website can be seen at: www.catholicchurchfareham.org.uk Parish Priest Fr John Cooke: 01329 318869.
Fareham: Sacred Heart Church, Portland Street, Fareham, PO16 ONQ St. Philip Howard Church, Bishopsfield Road, Fareham, PO14 1ND Portchester: Mass celebrated at St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Portchester Castle, PO16 9QW Wickham: The Chapel of St. Thomas More, Park Place Pastoral Centre, Wickham, PO17 5HA Safeguarding: Sue Field (07739 099000) Lorne Fry (01329 285779) Jim Gilhooley (07709 352813)
Vanessa Eastwood (07939 508338)
Diocesan Safeguarding: Angela McGrory [email protected] Tel: 02392 816396
Portsmouth Diocesan Trust - Registered Charity Number 246871
MASS TIMES AND EVENTS Saturday 29th September St Mary’s, Portchester 18:00 In Thanksgiving
Sunday 30th September Sacred Heart, Fareham 09:00 Catherine Ash RIP (F)
TWENTY SIXTH SUNDAY St Philip Howard, Fareham 11:00 People of the parish
IN ORDINARY TIME St Philip Howard, Fareham 18:00 Herbert Falstein RIP
Monday 1st October St Teresa of the Child
Jesus, memorial Sacred Heart, Fareham 09:30 Grigorious RIP
Tuesday 2nd October The Holy Guardian
Angels memorial Sacred Heart, Fareham 09:30 Peter Chandler RIP
Wednesday 3rd October
Feria St Philip Howard, Fareham 09:30
Canon John Rea RIP (the
good estate of) (F)
Thursday 4th October St Francis of Assisi,
founder, memorial Sacred Heart, Fareham 12:00 Daniel Finlason RIP
Friday 5th October
Feria Sacred Heart, Fareham 09:30 Thanks Giving Jerin Jerome
Saturday 6th October
St Bruno, founder, memorial - - Sorry, no service
Saturday 6th October St Mary’s, Portchester 18:00 Wedding Anniversary of
Helen and Alfred Vaz
Sunday 7th October Sacred Heart, Fareham 09:00 Richard Ashton RIP (F)
TWENTY SEVENTH SUNDAY St Philip Howard, Fareham 11:00 The Allen Family - The
Living and Deceased (F)
IN ORDINARY TIME St Philip Howard, Fareham 18:00 People of the parish
SUNDAY 30th September
MONDAY 1st October Daily Mass: 09:30 SH
TUESDAY 2nd October Daily Mass: 09:30 SH
Coffee after Mass : 10:00 SHH
WEDNESDAY 3rd October Mass: 09:30 SPH
THURSDAY 4th October Daily Mass: 12:00 SH ‘Let loose the drama in you’ Group Meeting: 19:30 SHH
FRIDAY 5th October Daily Mass: 9:30 SH First Friday Devotions 09:00-12:00 SH
SATURDAY 6th October Daily Mass: 09:30
Next Week’s Meetings and Events
THE DIVINE OFFICE
The Liturgy of Hours
“Seven times a day I praise you.” Psalm118 (119):164
In the Sacred Heart Church the following Hours will be led
by the Adorers of the Blessed Sacrament.
All welcome!
Lauds (Morning Prayer) Wednesday 08:00
Vespers (Evening Prayer) Monday-Thursday 18:00
Compline (Night Prayer) Monday-Wednesday 19:45
for an online version of the Divine Office please see:
http://www.universalis.com/
ADORATION of the
BLESSED SACRAMENT
Monday 13:00 – 21:00 Sacred Heart
Tuesday 11:00 – 21:00 Sacred Heart
Wednesday 08:00 – 21:00 Sacred Heart
Thursday 13:00 – 19:00 Sacred Heart
Friday 09:00 – 15:00 Sacred Heart
Co-ordinators: Lily Peach (01329 825447) or Sheila Morris
(01329 287075)
