Weekly Newsletter
for
Week commencing
12th September 2009
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Calls related to someone in Addenbrooke's Hospital or the Rosie Maternity Hospital should AT ALL TIMES be made directly to the Chaplaincy Office.
If you are aware of anyone being admitted to Addenbrooke's please ring the following number and leave the information (Name and Religion) with the secretary who is accredited, or in her absence, on the answer-machine (01223) 217769.
Changes in health care and EU legislation mean that chaplains are no longer able to access computerised hospital lists.
SAINT THÉRÈSE OF LISIEUX
The Relics of St Thérèse of Lisieux will be brought to England and Wales from 16th September to 16th October 2009. They will visit 22 cathedrals and churches. In the Diocese of East Anglia they will be hosted at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham from the afternoon of 6th October to after the 12 Noon Mass on the 7th October. A varied Programme will be organised throughout and there will be an All Night Vigil from 10pm to 6am with opening and closing Masses to cover the night hours.
YEAR FOR PRIESTS
The Holy See is offering a plenary indulgence for all faithful on the occasion of the Year for Priests, which is began 19th June and last one year. The Year for Priests marks the 150th anniversary of the death of Saint Jean Marie Vianney, also known as the Curé de Ars.
The decree noted that Benedict XVI will preside at the opening liturgy on 19th June, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, "a day of priestly sanctification." He will celebrate vespers before the relics of the saint, brought to Rome for the occasion by the Bishop of the French Diocese of Belley-Ars. The Year will end in St Peter's Square, in the presence of priests from all over the world "who will renew their faithfulness to Christ and their bonds of fraternity."
For priests, the plenary indulgence can be gained by praying lauds or vespers before the Blessed Sacrament exposed to public adoration or in the tabernacle. They must also "offer themselves with a ready and generous heart for the celebration of the sacraments, especially the sacrament of penance."
The plenary indulgence, which under current norms must be accompanied by sacramental confession, the Eucharist and praying for the intentions of the Pope, can also by applied to deceased priests. Priests are granted a partial indulgence, also applicable to deceased priests, every time they "devotedly recite the prayers duly approved to lead a saintly life and to carry out the duties entrusted to them."
For the faithful, a plenary indulgence can be obtained on the opening and closing days of the Year for Priests, on the 150th anniversary of the death of Saint Jean-Marie Vianney, on the first Thursday of the month, or on any other day established by the Ordinaries (Bishops) of particular places for the good of the faithful.
To obtain the indulgence the faithful must attend Mass in an oratory or Church and offer prayers to "Jesus Christ, supreme and eternal Priest, for the priests of the Church, or perform any good work to sanctify and mould them to his heart."
The conditions for the faithful for earning a plenary indulgence are to have gone to confession and prayed for the intentions of the Pope.
The elderly, the sick, and all those who for any legitimate reason are unable to leave their homes may obtain the plenary indulgence if, with the intention of observing the usual three conditions as soon as they can, "on the days concerned, they pray for the sanctification of priests and offer their sickness and suffering to God through Mary, Queen of the Apostles." A partial indulgence is offered to the faithful when they repeat five times the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be, or any other duly approved prayer "in honour of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, to ask that priests maintain purity and sanctity of life."
A PRAYER FOR PRIESTS
Lord Jesus, you have chosen your priests from among us and sent them out to proclaim your word and to act in your name.
For so great a gift to your Church, we give you praise and thanksgiving. We ask you to fill them with the fire of your love, that their ministry may reveal your presence in the Church.
Since they are earthen vessels, we pray that your power shine out through their weakness.
In their afflictions let them never be crushed; in their doubts never despair; in temptation never be destroyed; in persecution never abandoned. Inspire them through prayer to live each day the mystery of your dying and rising.
In times of weakness send them your Spirit, and help them to praise your heavenly Father and pray for poor sinners.
By the same Holy Spirit put your words on their lips and your love in their hearts, to bring good news to the poor and healing to the broken-hearted.
And may the gift of Mary your mother, to the disciple whom you loved, be your gift to every priest. Grant that she who formed you in her human image, may form them in your divine image, by the power of your Spirit, to the glory of God the Father.
Amen.
WELCOME
WE WELCOME
any visitors to the Parish this weekend and hope that you will be assured of our prayers for you when you return to your home.COMMUNITIES
ST THOMAS FAMILY UNIT
The monthly prayer meeting will be held at The British Legion Hall THIS SUNDAY, 13th September from 5 pm to 9 pm, along with our prayer meeting Fr.Sogi Olikkal will take a Bible class.Finance
SECOND COLLECTION THE WEEKEND 12/13 SPTEMBER
for Racial Justice.THE SUNDAY COLLECTIONS
IF FOR WHATEVER REASON those who are taking-up the collection miss out on your area please do not hesitate to draw this to the attention of those collecting before the Procession of the Offertory Gifts or in the case of the 2nd collection, to make sure that they are aware that an area in the church or the bookroom or the porch has not been covered before the final prayer. Thank you.GENERAL NOTICES
CHURCH PREMISES
A gentle word to all and sundry. Richard Hunt looks after the bookings of the church premises which includes the church/chapel area, the hall., the Long Room and the Bookroom. Please do not presume that you can use these facilities without first asking if they are available. We need to know who is using the premises as much for insurance purposes as anything else, so PLEASE, take the time to book first.THE MASS REGISTER
is up-to-date. Requests for Masses will be honoured provided that there are no Foundation Masses for the dates requested. A list of the Foundation Masses and their dates in on the notice board in the porch.CATERING FOR OUR PALERMO VISITORS
If you are willing to help with the food to feed our 46 visitors from Palermo 23rd-27th September please put your name and contact details on the list in the porch. We need to provide an evening meal for three days excluding the Saturday evening when there is a party and we hope people will bring food to share. They leave after the 10h00 Mass on Sunday so we need to provide sandwiches for them.WALSINGHAM TICKETS
On THURSDAY, 24th SEPTEMBER we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lady of Walsingham. Our visitors from Palermo will be joining us as we visit the Shrine and attend Mass for her feast. Tickets are on sale this weekend in the Sacristy: £10 for adults and £5 for children under 16.WELCOME PARTY WITH THE MAYOR
on SATURDAY, 26th September we will be hosting a party for our Palermo visitors and we have also invited our Mayor to be with us. I am asking everyone to bring some food to share on this occasion. Time: 19h00CATECHIST TRAINING COURSE
A reminder to those who have signed-up that the course begins on WEDNESDAY, 16th September at 20h00. The following week because of our Palermo guests the course will be on TUESDAY, 22nd but will return to the normal Wednesday slot the following week (30th September).CHILDREN BAPTISED 2007-2009
are invited with their Families to come here on SUNDAY, 4th OCTOBER from 15h00-16h30. We are offering a workshop on prayer, discussion and refreshments. This is designed to help parents fulfil the promises they made at the baptism of their child.CHURCH HOURS
The church is accessible by the Code on the door each day from 08h00 until 19h30 unless other arrangements have been made. If you see the sign "ALARM ON" believe it!OUR CONDOLENCES
to Frank Morgan on the recent death of his brother, Joseph Anthony (Tony). Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.BOOKING FORMS FOR THE HOLY LAND
are now ready for collection. They must be returned with a deposit by the 15th OCTOBER, 2009. Final payment will be due on 15th JANUARY, 2010.Ministries
WOULD YOUR SON or DAUGHTER LIKE TO BE AN ALTAR SERVER?
They may start a year prior to making their First Holy Communion as probationers and then be fully enrollrd once they have received their First Holy Communion. Please speak to Jenny Sinclair our Lead Server after the 10h00 Mass.Mission Outreach
HELPERS OF MOTHER TERESA
We continue to meet monthly to knit or crochet children's clothes for African orphanages. Our goods are taken three times a year to an organization called Feed the Children, which is based in Ruscombe, near Reading, and has contacts in several African countries, and in Eastern Europe, and are able to distribute the goods where they are most needed. They are at present making an attempt to be accepted in Zimbabwe. During 2008 we sent 15 sacks of knitted blankets, hats, baby clothes and knits for children up to the age of 14. We are grateful to Frank Morgan, our transporter, and the many people who work at home for us, and to those who have donated wool. We have recently had an anonymous donation of a sack of squares for blankets, and would like to say a special thank-you for this. For more information please phone Maureen Harper on the number in the printed Newsletter, or Email.
TRAIDCRAFT STALL
after Sunday Masses on 20th September.PASTORAL NOTICES
PRAYER TO
THE HOLY SPIRIT
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and enkindle in them the fire of your love.
V. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created.
R. And you shall renew the face of the earth.
Let us pray.
O God, who has taught the hearts of the faithful by the light of the Holy Spirit, grant that by the same Spirit we may be always truly wise, and ever rejoice in His consolation. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
LATIN MASS
There will be a weekly celebration of the New Rite of Mass in Latin either on a Wednesday or Thursday evening and/or Tuesday morning each week. Booklets with Latin/English will be provided.MAKING GOOD USE OF THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE
Prepare to encounter Jesus in this sacrament by making an honest and heartfelt examination of conscience.
Religious Education
Baptism Instruction
Baptisms normally take place on the first Sunday of the month unless there are extenuating circumstances. Please contact the baptism catechist in the first instance. Permission must be given by the Parish Priest for baptisms outside the parish.CONFIRMATION
The standard age for confirmation in this Dicese is 15 years of age or Year 10. Contact Mr. John Bell for more information about classes, which begin again at 18h30 on MONDAY, 14th September and will be held on 21st, 28th September and 5th, 12th and 19th October.R.C.I.A.
(Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) and Adult Instruction for those who are Baptised Christians There is an enquiry course for non-Catholics each year beginning in the Autumn until Easter. Contact Mgr Eugène Harkness on the number in the Printed Newsletter.Marriage Preparation
Six months notice is required as well as suitable preparation. This is a Diocesan and universal policy.CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORD
Takes place during the 10h00 Mass each Sunday during Term time. There are two groups. Group 1 is for children aged 3-5 years and Group 2 is for children aged 6-8 years. The children leave prior to the Penitential Rite at Mass and rejoin their families at the Offertory.SATURDAY CATECHISM CLASSES FOR THOSE IN YEARS 1-3 ATTENDING NON-CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
There will be REGISTRATION DAY on the 19th SEPTEMBER at 10h15 for all who wish to enrol their children in the Parish Catechetical Programme. This is a mandatory meeting for parents. There are a few changes this year because the increasing number of children and the need to organise all these things within a workable framework for catechists, the liturgy and those who kindly clean the church and set-up for the afternoon Mass.
The following SATURDAYS will be divided between the following classes. Those in Year 2 and The Upper Class (those who are beyond Year 3 who have not yet made their First Holy Communion) will meet on the Saturdays allotted to them from 10.15am-12.45pm and those in Year 1 and Year 3 will meet on the Saturdays allotted to them from 1.30pm-4.00pm.
If parents are not able to collect their children at the end of the class, they will have to provide the name and a contact number for a designated person who will have the responsibility of collecting the child.
Year 2 (10.15-12.45) and Year 1 (13.30-16.00) will meet on:
Upper Class (10.15-12.45) and Year 3 (13.30-16.00) will meet on:
INTERNET CATECHESIS
If you have Broadband you can do so much to help you and your children grow in the knowledge of the Faith, the Scriptures and the Church. Go to the site www.cibtv.com and you will be able to access:
School News
CATHOLIC TEACHERS
If you are looking for a job vacancy in a Catholic School, click here.Term Dates
Village Life
LIFTS TO MASS
If you live in the Linton Area and will need a lift to Mass or a weekly visit from an Eucharistic Minister please phone Sue Arnold on the number in the printed Newsletter so that you can be included on the roster.Extra-Parochial Activities
World Youth Day 2011
Sunday 4th October Come and find out about WYD 2011 in Madrid. The Launch will be held at The Church of Our Lady Immaculate and St Etheldreda, Newmarket 1pm - 4:30pm. Mass celebrated by Bishop Michael. For young people age 14+ (need to be 16+ by summer 2011) and adults coming as leaders. Please bring a packed lunch.FRIENDS OF OAKINGTON
are volunteers who visit male detainees at Oakington Immigration Reception Centre. Detainees need people (men or women) who will just listen and chat - volunteers are not expected or permitted to do anything else.PILGRIMAGE TO WALSINGHAM
THE NEXT PILGRIMAGE will be on the Solemnity of Our Lady of Walsingham, THURSDAY, 24th September with our visitors from Palermo!!DOMINICAN LAY FRATERNITY
We meet at Blackfriars, Buckingham Road, Cambridge, at 10:30 on the first Saturday of most months. Enquirers are most welcome. Please check the date of the next meeting to be sure we are there to welcome you. Contacts: Mr Peter Chapple OPL, President, or Mrs Mary Winning OPL. Telephone numbers in the Printed Newsletter.LATIN MASS in the EXTRAORDINARY RITE
on SATURDAY evenings at Fisher House University Chaplaincy (during term) at 17h30 and on SUNDAY mornings at 09h15 St Laurence's Church, Milton Road.CAMBRIDGE LOURDES FUND
This is run by Mgr Tony Rogers and Mr David Lewis on behalf of the Catholic Association, the umbrella Trust which co-ordinates the Pilgrimage, and is a means of saving-up for the Diocesan Pilgrimage. From interest earned and from donations, its gives help to needy Sick Pilgrims and Helpers. Thanks largely to donations, this year we were able to assist four people at a cost of £1186. For more details please contact David and Margaret on the number in the printed Newsletter.JUSTICE AND PEACE GROUP
are presenting a liturgy of prayer for peace in our world at Our Lady and The English Martyrs Church on 18th SEPTEMBER from 19h30-20h00 to participate in the United Nations International Day of Peace. For information contact Bernard Shaw or Sheila Brookes on the numbers in the Printed Newsletter or simply come along to the next meeting in OLEM Parish Hall. We meet on the third Monday of every month at 19h45. New members are always welcome.Youth
Catholic Gap Years
The National Office for Vocations have set up a website which brings together opportunities for people to spend a gap year in a Catholic setting - i.e. retreat and mission teams, a good example is the L' Arche Community. Highly recommended! The website address is www.catholicgapyear.comWWW.wordlive.org
A new website providing a range of interactive ways of reading the Bible has been launched by Scripture Union. Video clips, worship songs and prayer activities, as well as a daily Bible reading and explanatory notes aim to make the Bible more accessible to young people.Check-out the Diocesan Website for youth events and contacts.
YOUTH 2000 PRAYER GROUP
meets at the Margaret Beaufort Institute on Grange Road on alternate Sundays. The focus of the group is Eucharistic adoration, meditation on the Gospel of the day, and the Rosary. For further details contact Kamilla KlepackaAct of Consecration to the Sacred Heart
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, to Thee I consecrate and offer up my person and my life, my actions, trials, and sufferings, that my entire being may henceforth only be employed in loving, honouring and glorifying Thee. This is my irrevocable will, to belong entirely to Thee, and to do all for Thy love, renouncing with my whole heart all that can displease Thee.
I take Thee, O Sacred Heart, for the sole object of my love, the protection of my life, the pledge of my salvation, the remedy of my frailty and inconstancy, the reparation for all the defects of my life, and my secure refuge at the hour of my death. Be Thou, O Most Merciful Heart, my justification before God Thy Father, and screen me from His anger which I have so justly merited. I fear all from my own weakness and malice, but placing my entire confidence in Thee, O Heart of Love, I hope all from Thine infinite Goodness. Annihilate in me all that can displease or resist Thee. Imprint Thy pure love so deeply in my heart that I may never forget Thee or be separated from Thee.
I beseech Thee, through Thine infinite Goodness, grant that my name be engraved upon Thy Heart, for in this I place all my happiness and all my glory, to live and to die as one of Thy devoted servants.
Amen
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