Readers Rota Special Ministers of the Eucharist Children's Liturgy Rota
| SUNDAY 25th December 2011 Christmas Day |
7.00 pm (Sat) |
THE VIGIL MASS OF CHRISTMAS - Sean Keane (RIP) A service of carils followed at by THE MIDNIGHT MASS, with Blessing of the Crib and Solemn Procession of the 'Christ child' to the manger - Corry Touw (RIP) SUNG MASS OF CHRISTMAS DAY, with Children's Nativity and Visit to the Manger |
| MONDAY 26th December St Stephen's Day Boxing Day | 12 noon |
Mass with Carols and the enrolment of Altar Servers Silver Medal Presentation to Christopher Davis for 10 years service Mass offered for Jenny and James Thompson (RIP) refreshments in the hall after Mass - |
| TUESDAY 27th December |
9.45 am |
Morning Prayer Mass - Norah McDaid (RIP) |
| WEDNESDAY 28th December |
9.45 am |
Morning Prayer Mass - Vincent Murphy (RIP) |
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THURSDAY 29th December |
10.00 am |
Mass at the church of the Sacred Heart - Ruislip Manor |
| FRIDAY 30th December |
9.45 am |
Morning Prayer Mass - Eileen Mulvanie (RIP) Holy Baptism - Sofia Charlotte Fellows |
| SATURDAY 31st December |
8.30 am |
Church Cleaning Morning Prayer Mass - Patrick McTernan (RIP) |
| SUNDAY 1st January MARY, MOTHER OF GOD |
5.30 pm |
The Vigil Mass - Eddie Kiely (RIP) THE PARISH MASS, with Children's Liturgy - Pro Populo Said Mass - Trina Bijowski (RIP) |
My Dear Friends,
I'd like to begin today by wishing you all a truly blessed Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year.
Let us remind ourselves, on this Christmas Day, that we must all work and pray together to announce the news of the birth of Jesus Christ, Redeemer of the world and source of all joy. A joy that is to be reflected in our lives, especially at this time of year and which, in that simple way, is a wonderful witness to the Christ in the manger. And with that in mind I'd like to share some thoughts with you today from our Holy Father in Rome:
"Christmas brings joy and peace to those who like the shepherds in Bethlehem hear and heed the words of the angel: "Let this be a sign for you: you will find a Child wrapped in swaddling clothes lying in a manger". This is still the sign for us men and women of today. There is no other!"
Let us recognise this wonderful truth anew in our lives during the coming year, and may we celebrate a truly joyful and happy day today.
God Bless.
CHURCH DIARIES AND WESTMINSTER YEAR BOOKS
The new parish diaries are on sale. They contain useful contact numbers as well as the liturgical diary for the coming year. A snip at £1 a piece. Get yours today! Also on sale THE WESTMINSTER DIOCESAN YEAR BOOK in the porch at £4.50 as is the latest edition of the Diocesan paper at just 20p!
FEAST OF ST STEPHEN - BOXING DAY
The day after Christmas Day is St Stephen's Day - the patron saint of altar servers. We are very blessed here at St. Greg's to have a faithful number of servers. This is the day when those who have been training to become altar servers are formally enrolled and receive their medals. Do come and support them and join us for a cup of coffee and a mince pie (if you can face just one more!) after the Mass of Enrolment at 12 noon on Boxing Day.
THE GIVING TREE
iHas once again been wonderfully supported this year. Thank you for your generosity and kindness. Special thanks to Theresa Sullivan, her family and her team of helpers for their work in collecting and distributing the mountain of gifts.
LAST SUNDAY'S COLLECTION
Total: £1133.32
Envelopes: £815.31
Loose Plate £318.01
DON'T FORGET! THERE IS COFFEE IN THE PARISH HALL AFTER THE MORNING MASS ON SUNDAY.
SEE YOU THERE!!
Tel: 020 8845 2186
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