ST AUGUSTINE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, BARKINGSIDE,
ILFORD, ESSEX
(Registered charity No: 234092)
Tel: 020 8554 3568
Email: barkingsidestaug@hotmail.com
Website: StAugustinesCatholicChurch.co.uk
PARISH PRIEST:
Canon Paul Bruxby
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FIFTH SUNDAY
Mass Book
Page 136
OF THE
Eucharistic Prayer
Page 28
YEAR
Preface
Page 68
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ASH WEDNESDAY marks the beginning of Lent which is a time of preparation
for the celebration of Easter. In this Year of Mercy proclaimed by Pope Francis
we could consider using the Sacrament of Reconciliation [Confession] to renew
and strengthen our relationship with God especially if we have not done so for
some time. The times of Masses and services this week are at the back of this
newsletter.
BAPTISMAL PREPARATION – The next meeting is on Saturday, 9th April
2016 at 10am in the Holy Family Chapel. If you would like to have your child
baptised please put your name on the list at the back of the church and come
along on the 9th. If you do not live in the parish it is essential to get your own
parish priest’s permission before the meeting. Please have some alternative dates
for the ceremony ready. It is also now essential that at least ONE parent
provide a copy of their baptismal certificate.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION – Next meeting for children only on
Wednesday, 9th March at 5.15pm in the Youth Hall followed by Mass on Sunday,
13th March arriving by 8.45 am.
OFFERTORY COLLECTION
30/31 Jan
Gift Aid: £447.70
Standing Orders: £410.00
Other: £324.63
Total: £1182.33
Many thanks for your continuing generosity.
PLEASE PRAY – for all the sick and housebound especially Adrian McCarthy,
Gloria Phillips, Joel Butt, Mrs Falco, Cyril Beacon, Brian Watson, Margaret
Crawford, Noreen Gilhooly, Hamilton Koylass, Sebastian Hack, Michael
Brozhko, Eddie Nash, Rita Fernandes, Louisa De Souza, Anita De Sa, Caesar De
Souza, Joseph Fernandes, Francis Noronha, Maria Smith, Doris Brigland,
Veronica Stockwell, Kaye Fleetwood, Jimmy Davis, Monica Dias, Roland Dias,
Martina Lewzey, Joan Marshall and Patricia Clydesdale.
CRANVALE: Joan Sarfas and Pat Howie.
SPRINGFIELD: Faye Fernandes and Mary Joseph.
CHURCH CLEANING 7th Feb – Ms Esvin & Jenova Francis
ROTA
14th Feb – Mrs Shah & Mrs Elilnesan
OFFERTORY COUNTERS 7th Feb – Mr & Mrs. Simon
ROTA
14th Feb – Mr & Mrs Fernandes
PARISH COFFEE MORNING - The monthly coffee morning will take place
today Sunday, 7th February, 2016, immediately after the 9.00am Mass in the
Parish Meeting Room at the back of the church. Refreshments are free of
charge. ALL ARE WELCOME!!! The monthly draw of the Fifty-Fifty Club
will also take place at the coffee morning and there will be a raffle. COME
AND JOIN IN BEFORE THE “DEPRIVATIONS” OF LENT START.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION [FIRST CONFESSION]
Application forms [mauve] are at the back of the church. Please complete and
return to the presbytery. The preparation will take place on Saturdays, 20 th &
27th February and 5th, 12th & 19th March 2016 from 9.30 – 11am.
NURSERY APPLICATIONS – Fr Paul will be available to sign the Certificate
of Catholic Practice on Saturday, 20th February 2016 in the Meeting Room
[entrance at the back of the church] from 12 noon until 1pm on a first come, first
served basis. Application forms for the certificate are at the back of the church.
Please ensure the form is completed before attending the interview.
Lourdes for young people - Summer 2016. If you are in school year 10 to 13
and would like to enjoy a week that includes times of serving pilgrims who need
wheelchair assistance, lots of vibrant social time with more than 200 other young
people, and times of reflective and powerful prayer in the wonderful setting of
Lourdes, then now is the time to apply: http://bcys.net/event/summer-lourdes2016/ or call 01268 515970 and ask for Clare or Natalie.
INSTALLATION OF CATHEDRAL CHAPTER – Please remember in your
prayers me and the other new members of the Chapter of Canons & Consultors
as we are installed on Thursday in the cathedral on the feast day of Our Lady of
Lourdes, principal patroness of the diocese.
Year of Mercy – Spring Events at Cathedral House, Brentwood 01277 265.285
Sat. 5th March 10.30 am – Bishop Emeritus, Thomas McMahon Wrestling with
Forgiveness
St. Augustine’s Catholic Primary School – Nursery Applications Forms for
children born between 1st September 2012 and 31st August 2013 to attend the
Nursery are now available. Children of this age will commence Nursery in
September 2016. Closing date for completed applications is 4 th March 2016.
Please contact Mrs. Brogan in the Infant Office on 020 8554 1919 for further
details.
MUSICIANS FOR SATURDAY VIGIL MASSES are interested in hearing
from any young fairly experienced singers/instrumentalists to join them to play
at the Saturday evening Vigil Mass each week. This is a great opportunity to
take part in a wonderful ministry and to play with an established group of keen,
friendly and talented musicians. If you are interested please call Bernard 0208
597 8043 or Edmond 0208 550 3811.
HELP NEEDED to share in the Rota of those who launder the Altar Linen used
at Mass. Anyone willing to help please leave your name/contact details in the
Sacristy in an envelope addressed to Margaret Hammond. Thank you.
APF RED BOXES Please collect your empty Red Boxes from the Repository.
Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society – Quizzylympics final Saturday 19th
March in the Hall at Brentwood Cathedral 7.30 pm. If you would like further
information or to enter a team please call Julie Abbott on 01268 784544
jabbott@bccs.org.uk.
ANNIVERSARIES OCCURRING THIS WEEK: 7th: Mrs Oejardin. 8th:
Aileen Jordan. 9th: John Connelly, Paul Anthony Price. 11th: John Joyce, Ted
Wright. 12th: Richard O’Flynn. 13th: Cyril Perkins, Edward Savereux, Marie
Bullman, William Bradley, Wilfred Monteiro.
PARISH COUNCIL MEETING – Monday, 15th February at 7.30pm. If there
is anything you would like raised at this meeting please see me or one of the
councillors.
MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS
7th February – 14th February 2016
VIGIL
6.30pm
Rosa & Florencio Rodrigues
& Pauline Vaz RIP
Catherine & Joseph Gillham RIP
Aileen Frances Jordan RIP
7th
9.00am
11.00am
MONDAY
8th
8.30am
Lily & Tony Sheridan’s Intentions
TUESDAY
9th
8.30am
Angie & Mike Lobo’s Intentions
SUNDAY
Fifth of the Year
ASH WEDNESDAY 10th
8.30am
10.00am
Paddy Dowding RIP
Service of Reconciliation with
the Imposition of Ashes
7.30pm Alice Drew’s Intentions
11th
8.30am
Private Intention
FRIDAY
12th
8.30am
Josie and Family
SATURDAY
13th
9.00am
Imelda Collier’s Intentions
THURSDAY
Our Lady of Lourdes
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
Confessions 11am – 12noon
VIGIL
SUNDAY
First of Lent
14th
6.30pm Juan Roca Mas RIP
9.00am People of the Parish
11.00am Thomas Regan RIP
ooOOOoo