Readers Rota Special Ministers of the Eucharist Children's Liturgy Rota
| SUNDAY 10th January 2010 The Baptism of the Lord |
5.30 pm (Sat) |
Mass with Children's Liturgy - Michael McLoughlin (RIP) Sung Mass - Lily Smith (RIP) Mass - Pro Populo |
| MONDAY 11th January |
9.45 am |
Morning Prayer Mass - John McEleney(RIP) Confirmation Class - church hall |
| TUESDAY 12th January |
9.45 am |
Morning Prayer Mass - Maureen Rice (RIP) "Walk With Me" - church hall |
| WEDNESDAY 13th January |
9.45 am |
Morning Prayer Mass - Ainsley, Clare and Henry Maull (RIP) Children's Crafting - church hall |
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THURSDAY 14th January |
10.00 am |
Mass at the church of the Sacred Heart Ruislip Manor |
| FRIDAY 15th January |
9.45 am |
Morning Prayer Funeral Mass - Michael Clarke (RIP) |
| SATURDAY 16th January |
8.30 am |
Church Cleaning Morning Prayer Mass - John McEleney (RIP) Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Holy Hour and Benediction |
My Dear Friends,
This weekend we shall be taking up our annual 'white flower' appeal. This collection supports the vitally important work of the Society for the Protection of the Unborn Child.
Next Sunday is Peace Sunday, which offers us an opportunity to reflect on the Holy Father's World Peace Day message. This year the theme is "If you want to cultivate peace, protect creation". He writes:
Respect for creation is of immense consequence, not least because "creation is the beginning and the foundation of all God's works", and its preservation has now become essential for the pacific coexistence of mankind. Man's inhumanity to man has given rise to numerous threats to peace and to authentic and integral human development - wars, international and regional conflicts, acts of terrorism, and violations of human rights. Yet no less troubling are the threats arising from the neglect - if not downright misuse - of the earth and the natural goods that God has given us. For this reason, it is imperative that mankind renew and strengthen "that covenant between human beings and the environment, which should mirror the creative love of God, from whom we come and towards whom we are journeying". The full text may be read on the Vatican website.
Today also marks the end of the formal Christmas season. If anyone is able to help with the taking down of the Christmas tree after the Sunday evening Mass it would be much appreciated. If you can, please pop along at 7 pm - and could someone bring a saw?
God Bless.
PARISH HYMNS BOOKS
You cannot fail to have noticed the splendid new hymnbooks that are now being used. It is not too late to sponsor one of these fine books in memory of a loved one. Please let Gillian have the details and it will sorted out. Donation £5 per book
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2010
As usual the diocese will be going on pilgrimage to Lourdes at the end of July. If you are interested in joining our parish group be sure to look out for a booking form as soon as they become available.
CHURCHES TOGETHER IN RUISLIP
Next week is the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. There is a poster in the porch with details of a special service to be held at St Martin's on Wednesday 20th at 8 pm. All are welcome and there will be refreshments afterwards.
THERE IS COFFEE IN THE PARISH HALL AFTER THE MORNING MASS THIS SUNDAY - ALL ARE WELCOME
