NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
SUNDAY 9th AUGUST 2009
MASS TIMES: INTENTIONS:
Saturday Vigil Mass: 7.15 p.m. Harry Lord.
Sunday: 9:15 a.m. Alex A’court.
11.00 a.m. The Parish.
Monday: 9.15 a.m. Vincent and Eileen Balfe.
Tuesday: 9.15 a.m. Bernard Wilkinson.
Wednesday: 9.15 a.m. Patrick O’Donovan.
Thursday: 9.15 a.m. Derrick W.Jones.
Friday: 9.15 a.m. Sean Maddock.
Saturday: 9.15 a.m. Special Intention.
Saturday Vigil Mass: 7.15 p.m Lawrence Stanners.
Sunday: 9.15 a.m. Flo Childs. (Sick)
11.00 a.m. The Parish
MORNING PRAYER:
9.00 a.m. in the Sacristy Office on weekdays except on Wednesday.
BAPTISMS:
By appointment with Fr. Cooke. After speaking to Fr Cooke, it is important that parents contact our Baptism Co-ordinator, Ann Siddall (01244 371787) who will arrange for members of our Baptism Team to discuss Baptism and the practical details.
ANNIVERSARIES:
Please remember in your prayers: Mary Alice Lennon, Elizabeth Harvey, Hodkinson,Winifred McCaffery, Teresa Howard, Gerry Hynes, Gordon Edward Townson, Michael Hanratty, Bertha Cummings, Barbara Knight, Ellen Joan Astbury, Catherine Josephine Foster, Jane Wilbraham, Ian Bullough, William Roberts, Marjorie Howarth, Margaret Newsham, June Anna Mary Smith, Lilian Mary Bamford, Brian Parkinson, Harry Colley, Helena Wilbraham, Isabel Jones, Margaret Kendal.
CONFESSIONS:
Confessions are heard every Saturday after morning Mass, and before the Vigil Mass on Saturday evenings, from 6.45 p.m. to 7.10 p.m.
COFFEE AFTER MASS:
Tea and coffee are served in the Hall after the Sunday morning Masses. All are welcome.
POPE'S PRAYER INTENTIONS IN AUGUST:
This month the Pope asks us to pray that public opinion address the issue of displaced people and refugees, to find solutions to their often tragic conditions. To pray also that they who suffer persecution in the name of Christ be granted equality and freedom to live their faith.
OFFERTORY, 1/2nd AUGUST:
Loose Plate: £520.00
Planned Giving: £517.00
Average Weekly Standing Orders: £562.00
Donation: Coffee Morning £27.00
Thank you very much for your generous offerings.
FEAST OF THE WEEK: ST. CLARE OF ASSISI:
On 11TH August we celebrate the feast of Clare of Assisi (1194 - 1253) the foundress of the order of nuns that came to be known as the "Poor Clares", a
reflection of their commitment to personal poverty and austerity. She was just a few years younger than St. Francis and was much moved by his
preaching’s, and her order closely followed the Franciscan ideals. St. Clare herself never left her Assisi convent, but her order spread to many
countries throughout Europe. She is of course the patron saint of the parish of St Clare, a constituent parish of the Chester Local Pastoral Area.
FINANCIAL STATEMENT:
Last year’s Annual Financial Statement is printed on the Parish Notice-board. I would like to thank Parishioners for their support throughout the year.
BEREAVEMENT GROUP:
Has bereavement affected you?
Do you feel the need to talk in confidence?
The Parish Bereavement Group provides support and care to the bereaved and their families. All members have been fully trained and would like to invite people to contact the group by ringing Ruth on (01244) 380300.
THE HOUSEBOUND:
Please remember the housebound and especially those who have been coming to Church and are now unable to do so. Let Fr. Cooke, Lawrence or the Eucharistic Ministers know and appropriate arrangements for the Sacraments can be made.
SVP THANKYOU:
The SVP would like to thank all parishioners for their generous offering last weekend of £299.30.
THANK YOU for your continued support – God Bless you all.
CHURCHES TOGETHER IN UPTON:
This week we pray for:
Pray for the residents of Marina Drive, Cross Green and Chatsworth Drive.
For Upton Amblers, Walkers Group, Trekkers and all those who meet together for outdoor pursuits.
For those who have lost their faith.
ST. PETERS CENTRE AT THE CROSS:
The church building is available for use by Christian organisations for a wide range of events such as services, exhibitions, meetings and concerts.
The work of the Centre continues, with refreshments available during its normal opening hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Monday to Saturday (except for Friday afternoon when lack of volunteers forces it to close). The great majority of the refreshments are from fair trade sources.
If you would like to discuss using the Centre for any appropriate activity, or if you would like to become a volunteer steward, please contact David Savage on 01244 380626.
LINDISFARNE and the NORTHERN SAINTS
Friday –Sunday 28th – 30th August 2009:
There are still places left for this year’s trip to the North East. The itinerary includes visits to Ripon Cathedral, Brancepeth Castle and Church, Hexham Abbey and Raby Castle, as well as Mass on Holy Island. Accommodation at Ushaw is all en-suite. The cost of £240 includes all coach travel, accommodation, meals, entrance fees, donations and gratuities. Handbills and booking forms are available in both porches, and further details are available from Bill Baker, phone 01244 376701. Don’t miss out on this opportunity – the tour is unlikely to be repeated next year.
PILGRIMAGE TO THE PASSION PLAY OBERAMMERGAU 2010:
This unique play by local people is only staged every ten years. Led by Fr. Nick Kern, 15-21st June 2010. Price £1,425.00 per person, twin share. 15th-19th June Lake Garda in 3 star hotel. 19th-21st June in Oberammergau, Bavaria. Daytime flights from Manchester. Fly to Verona, return from Munich. Included in price: quality tickets for the play, all airport taxes, transfer by air-conditioned coach in Italy, Austria and Germany; transport to and from the airport from a local point. Contact Fr. Nick on 0151 652 5767 or stjosephsbh1@hotmail.com.
CHURCH SURROUNDS:
Many thanks to Cath and John Bond for looking after the flowerbeds around the Church, including the re-planting of the two beds affected by the recent work on the tiled walls. With the flowerbeds now very nicely in order, Cath and John are looking for volunteers to take on the task of the further
maintenance of the flower beds. If you feel you have an hour or two to spare on an occasional basis please speak to Fr. Cooke or phone Cath and John on 01244 350851.
CHESTER HOMELESS:
Thank you so much for all the donations which have all been delivered - the blankets and duvets were most welcome - as were the shower gels and the hotel freebies!! These are so handy.
St Crispins is having a much needed re-fit and things are a little crowded at the moment but please keep the gents clothing coming especially the jeans and jumpers, socks and shirts - there is always
such a demand for these - blankets as well are always welcome - all your donations are so important - they are a lifeline for the neediest
people in our community and your help is genuinely appreciated by all - not just the centre workers but by the people on the streets. I thank you most sincerely. For further information of queries, please contact Maggie on Chester 341509 after 7.00p.m. Thank you.
MUSIC AT ST. WERBURGH’S:
The “Tuesdays at One” lunchtime organ recitals continue every week at St. Werburgh’s Church up until September 15th. Free entry, retiring collection. Then on Friday 25th September at 7.30 p.m., “The Organist Entertains” - the renowned Nigel Ogden will be playing. Tickets £8 for this concert.
CATHOLIC WOMEN’S LEAGUE:
Support for the Hospice of the Good Shepherd.
Afternoon “ Tea At Three” will be held at
“The Kilcoynes” on Friday 14th August from 3pm please come and enjoy the tea and cakes Everyone welcome. Mary Kilcoyne Tel. No. 01244 347238
NEXT WEEK’S NEWSLETTER:
This will be compiled by Alison Wrigglesworth
Tel: 01244 382457
Email: alison.wrigglesworthYOUKNOWWHATo2.co.uk
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Please take your Newsletter home with you to use during the coming week. If you know of a housebound parishioner living near you, why not take them a copy of this Newsletter?a