23rd MARCH 2014 – 3rd SUNDAY OF LENT- YEAR A
ST AUGUSTINE’S
30 Coniscliffe Road
DARLINGTON DL3 7RG
PARISH BULLETIN
Lenten Lunches at St Cuthbert’s
These popular Lent lunches are on Mondays from 12 noon in St. Cuthbert’s Hall. There is a
soup lunch at 12 noon followed by a Lenten Talk.
24th March – Granville Gibson – He carried the hopes of God
31st March – David Rose – He carried the sins of the world
7th April – Gillian Haughton – He carried our sorrows
14th April – Nick Barker – He carried a broken heart
All proceeds to Christian Aid
STATIONS OF THE CROSS & EXPOSITION
There will be stations of the Cross on a Wednesday and Friday lunchtimes at 12.15pm. On
Friday 28th March they will be led by St Augustine’s School. Exposition will also take place on
Thursday at 11.30 am, before the 12.15pm Mass, as well as the usual Monday after the
Eucharistic Service at 12 noon till 3.00pm. There is a full list available in the Church.
PENITENTIAL LENTEN SERVICE FOR THE CLUSTER
Tuesday 25th March at St Augustine’s at 7.00 pm
CONFESSIONS – ST AUGUSTINE'S
Saturdays 10-11am. Please note on Saturday 5th April 10-12 noon.
PENITENTIAL LENTEN SERVICE - ST MARY’S CATHEDRAL
Saturday 5th April 2014 at 12 noon followed by individual Confessions and Adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament until Benediction at 5.00 pm.
PASSOVER-SEDER CELEBRATION
This will take place on TUESDAY 15th APRIL at 7.00pm.
There will be 100 places (with a little bit of leeway), but we do ask that if you wish to come,
please take a ticket in order that we can plan the catering, (a small supper in the tradition of
the passover with wine or juice). There is no charge, but a donation on the night is
appreciated. If you haven’t attended before it is a good night with plenty of ritual and
songs. It is suitable for families with older children (yr 5 onwards).
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Barbara on 266602.
Tickets
available now.
LENTEN ALMS APPEAL – ST CUTHBERTS CARE
This year they are supporting the Hardship Fund for the two Catholic nursing homes, Holy
Cross and St Catherine’s within the Diocese. You can donate via ourselves (lenten
envelopes) or online at www.stcuthbertscare.org.uk
CLUSTER NEWS
 LENTEN TALKS – ST WILLIAM’S
Pope Francis encourages every Christian to rediscover the joy of a personal encounter
with Jesus and to engage with renewed vigour in the Mission of spreading the joy of
the Gospel and becoming spirit filled evangelisers.
You are invited to come along to a series of reflections to rediscover our spiritual
selves. Each Thursday until 10th April. Please contact Anne Albeson 268468 for
further details.
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LIVING WATER-LIGHT-RESURRECTION – DAYS OF REFLECTION FOR LENT: On
Saturday 12 April at St Thomas Aquinas Parish Hall from 10.30am-3.30pm.
This day is particularly aimed at people preparing to be received into the Church but
will be of interest to anyone wishing to take time out for prayer in Lent. There is no
charge for the session. Please bring a packed lunch.
For further info and to book please contact spirituality@diocesehn.org.uk
OFFERTORY COLLECTION WITH GIFT AID
Thank you to those parishioners who signed up for Gift Aid.
Envelopes are available for the next financial year – at the back of Church for those who
contribute this way. Please do not use them until Sunday 6th April 2014.
If you attend any other Church within the Diocese you can use your offertory envelope
and it will be sent back to the originating parish.
If you would like us to reclaim some of your tax back (name, address, signature is all that is
required) please give me a ring Barbara Morgan in the office 266602 or email
info@staugustineschurch.org.uk and a form will be sent out.
For every taxpayer who contributes this way the parish can reclaim 25p for every £1 that is
placed on the collection plate. Last year we received an additional £9,220.
If your circumstances have changed and you no longer pay tax we need to know,
likewise if you have a new address.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY – 27TH APRIL
St James Church, Hebburn with Fr Jeff Dodds.
Adoration from 2.00pm, Divine Mercy Chaplet 2.45pm followed by Veneration of Divine Mercy
Icon. All are welcome.
PARISH MAGAZINE
It is hoped to publish this just before Easter. If anybody would like to update their insert or
has anything they would like to place in the magazine can you contact Jim Cunningham on
Jimcx7@aol.com or Barbara in the office.
PIETY SHOP – Opposite the main Church doors
New stock has just arrived – 1st Communion cards and gifts, rosary beads (for young and
old), lots of Easter/mass/sympathy/baptism cards. We also have a selection of weekly
catholic newspapers. It is well worth a visit.
SAINSBURYS – ACTIVE KIDS 2014
If you aren’t collecting these vouchers for your own children/grandchildren, please accept
them at the checkout and put them on the collection basket on a Sunday and they will be
shared between Paradise Playgroup/St Augustine’s School/Carmel Academy. Any other
supermarket vouchers are greatly appreciated.
KEEP UP TO DATE with Diocesan News and Events.
Website address; www.rcdhn.org.uk
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HELP/VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
 CHURCH LAWN
Due to work commitments our regular volunteer lawn mowerman is unable to assist us
any more. We are therefore looking for somebody to mow the lawn in front of the
Church on a regular basis. We do have a petrol lawn mower and are able to dispose
of the grass cuttings. If anybody could help please contact Barbara in the office
(266602).
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BRASS CLEANING
If anybody could help with cleaning all the brass candle stands ready for Easter, the
Church will be open on Tuesday evening 1st April at 6.30pm. Brasso and dusters
provided, bring your own gloves. How does the saying go, many hands make light
work……..
LUNCHTIME SUPERVISOR – St Augustine’s School
Salary: Grade E 2371.73 - £2443.66 p.a.
Required for April 2014
Hours: Part time 7.5 hours per week (Term Time only)
St Augustine’s RC Primary School is looking to appoint a supervisory assistant to join
our hard working team.
The post involves assisting with the care and welfare of pupils within the school over
the lunch period, including the patrol of the school and in line with Trust policies.
For application packs and further information please contact Miss M Browne, School
Business Manager on 01325 380819 or via email.
Completed application forms to be returned direct to the school marked for the
attention of Mrs M McCollom, Head of School
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced check for
Regulated Activity from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Closing date:
Friday 4th April 2014
Interviews will be held:
Wednesday 16th April 2014
PRAYER MEETING
Each Tuesday in the Parish Centre at 7.00 pm