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for
Week commencing
4th July 2009
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Calls related to someone in Addenbrooke's Hospital or the Rosie Maternity Hospital should AT ALL TIMES be made directly to the Chaplaincy Office.
If you are aware of anyone being admitted to Addenbrooke's please ring the following number and leave the information (Name and Religion) with the secretary who is accredited, or in her absence, on the answer-machine (01223) 217769.
Changes in health care and EU legislation mean that chaplains are no longer able to access computerised hospital lists.
SAINT THÉRÈSE OF LISIEUX
The Relics of St Thérèse of Lisieux will be brought to England and Wales from 16th September to 16th October 2009. They will visit 22 cathedrals and churches. In the Diocese of East Anglia they will be hosted at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham from the afternoon of 6th October to after the 12 Noon Mass on the 7th October. A varied Programme will be organised throughout and there will be an All Night Vigil from 10pm to 6am with opening and closing Masses to cover the night hours.
YEAR FOR PRIESTS
The Holy See is offering a plenary indulgence for all faithful on the occasion of the Year for Priests, which is set to begin 19th June and last one year. The Year for Priests marks the 150th anniversary of the death of Saint Jean Marie Vianney, also known as the Curé de Ars.
The decree noted that Benedict XVI will preside at the opening liturgy on 19th June, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, "a day of priestly sanctification." He will celebrate vespers before the relics of the saint, brought to Rome for the occasion by the Bishop of the French Diocese of Belley-Ars. The Year will end in St Peter's Square, in the presence of priests from all over the world "who will renew their faithfulness to Christ and their bonds of fraternity."
For priests, the plenary indulgence can be gained by praying lauds or vespers before the Blessed Sacrament exposed to public adoration or in the tabernacle. They must also "offer themselves with a ready and generous heart for the celebration of the sacraments, especially the sacrament of penance."
The plenary indulgence, which under current norms must be accompanied by sacramental confession, the Eucharist and praying for the intentions of the Pope, can also by applied to deceased priests. Priests are granted a partial indulgence, also applicable to deceased priests, every time they "devotedly recite the prayers duly approved to lead a saintly life and to carry out the duties entrusted to them."
For the faithful, a plenary indulgence can be obtained on the opening and closing days of the Year for Priests, on the 150th anniversary of the death of Saint Jean-Marie Vianney, on the first Thursday of the month, or on any other day established by the Ordinaries (Bishops) of particular places for the good of the faithful.
To obtain the indulgence the faithful must attend Mass in an oratory or Church and offer prayers to "Jesus Christ, supreme and eternal Priest, for the priests of the Church, or perform any good work to sanctify and mould them to his heart."
The conditions for the faithful for earning a plenary indulgence are to have gone to confession and prayed for the intentions of the Pope.
The elderly, the sick, and all those who for any legitimate reason are unable to leave their homes may obtain the plenary indulgence if, with the intention of observing the usual three conditions as soon as they can, "on the days concerned, they pray for the sanctification of priests and offer their sickness and suffering to God through Mary, Queen of the Apostles." A partial indulgence is offered to the faithful when they repeat five times the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be, or any other duly approved prayer "in honour of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, to ask that priests maintain purity and sanctity of life."
A PRAYER FOR PRIESTS
Lord Jesus, you have chosen your priests from among us and sent them out to proclaim your word and to act in your name.
For so great a gift to your Church, we give you praise and thanksgiving. We ask you to fill them with the fire of your love, that their ministry may reveal your presence in the Church.
Since they are earthen vessels, we pray that your power shine out through their weakness.
In their afflictions let them never be crushed; in their doubts never despair; in temptation never be destroyed; in persecution never abandoned. Inspire them through prayer to live each day the mystery of your dying and rising.
In times of weakness send them your Spirit, and help them to praise your heavenly Father and pray for poor sinners.
By the same Holy Spirit put your words on their lips and your love in their hearts, to bring good news to the poor and healing to the broken-hearted.
And may the gift of Mary your mother, to the disciple whom you loved, be your gift to every priest. Grant that she who formed you in her human image, may form them in your divine image, by the power of your Spirit, to the glory of God the Father.
Amen.
We need Catechists.
If you would be willing to be taught and trained at the parish's expense would you consider taking this course?
Starting in September on Wednesday evenings we will be offering a course to enable those who complete the course to be commissioned as Parish Catechists.
We are trying to provide in the Parish a Catholic education for our children and young people from Years 1-9 inclusive but this means having to move slowly but surely by first educating and enabling people to become catechists.
We are looking for people who can make a weekly commitment (during term time) on a Wednesday evening for 2 hours and an occasional longer session on a Sunday afternoon. That is the basic time commitment for the classes.
Modules to be covered:
CATECHISTS TRAINING REGISTRATION FORMS
These forms are available for anyone interested in being trained as a catechist in the Sacristy. If you have done catechetical teaching in the past you will find this course valuable. It is not the same level as the Echoes Course which some of you completed a few years ago. It does require a weekly commitment during Term Time.WELCOME
WE WELCOME
any visitors to the Parish this weekend and hope that you will be assured of our prayers for you when you return to your home.COMMUNITIES
Syro-Malabar Pilgrimage to Walsingham
This year's Syro-Malabar pilgrimage to Walsingham will be on SUNDAY 19th July. It will be led by Bishop Michael. Procession from Friday Market to the Chapel of Reconciliation at 11.30 am. During the lunch break there will be opportunity for confessions and dedication of children (Adima Vackal). Raaza at 3.00pmFinance
SECOND COLLECTION
the weekend of July 11/12 for The Apostleship of the Sea.GENERAL NOTICES
CHURCH PREMISES
A gentle word to all and sundry. Richard Hunt looks after the bookings of the church premises which includes the church/chapel area, the hall., the Long Room and the Bookroom. Please do not presume that you can use these facilities without first asking if they are available. We need to know who is using the premises as much for insurance purposes as anything else, so PLEASE, take the time to book first.THE MASS REGISTER
is up-to-date. Requests for Masses will be honoured provided that there are no Foundation Masses for the dates requested. A list of the Foundation Masses and their dates in on the notice board in the porch.OUR PALERMO VISITORS
We will need to have an ad hoc committee to help organise the meals for our 50 visitors from Palermo on the 23rd-27th September. If you are willing to help, please speak to Mgr. Eugène.WE WELCOME TO THE PARISH
Father Eugene Dominic Hechanova. Father Eugene has been with us before during Holy Week, last year and this. He is studying Canon Law at Navarre University in Spain and will be staying with us for almost a month on holiday before he continues his break in his native Batangas, Philippines.MGR EUGÈNE AWAY
Mgr Eugène will be away on his summer break until 24th July. Should you require a priest in an emergency, please contact either Our Lady and The English Martyrs or St Laurence's Parish on the numbers in the Printed Newsletter.FIRST HOLY COMMUNION PHOTOGRAPHS
Parents who wish to order photographs of their child's First Holy Communion can do so by going on to this website. Click on GALLERY Click on Events. Click on the album you wish to view The passwords are in the printed newsletter.BIBLE STUDY GROUP
The last meeting of the Bible Study Group will take place on on TUESDAY, 14th July (Luke 22-24) at 19h30 in the Book Room. There will not be a meeting on TUESDAY, 7th July.CHURCH HOURS
The church is accessible by the Code on the door each day from 08h00 until 19h30 unless other arrangements have been made. If you see the sign "ALARM ON" believe it!Ministries
THE ROTAS FOR JULY-SEPTEMBER INCLUSIVE
for Readers, Extraordinary Ministers, Counters, Coffee/Tea is in the Sacristy and may be collected after Mass this weekend. The Rota for USHERS is also available in the Sacristy. Please make sure you collect the correct one!! The new rotas are in effect now.WOULD YOUR SON or DAUGHTER LIKE TO BE AN ALTAR SERVER?
They may start a year prior to making their First Holy Communion as probationers and then be fully enrollrd once they have received their First Holy Communion. Please speak to Jenny Sinclair our Lead Server after the 10h00 Mass.Mission Outreach
HELPERS OF MOTHER TERESA
We continue to meet monthly to knit or crochet children's clothes for African orphanages. Our goods are taken three times a year to an organization called Feed the Children, which is based in Ruscombe, near Reading, and has contacts in several African countries, and in Eastern Europe, and are able to distribute the goods where they are most needed. They are at present making an attempt to be accepted in Zimbabwe. During 2008 we sent 15 sacks of knitted blankets, hats, baby clothes and knits for children up to the age of 14. We are grateful to Frank Morgan, our transporter, and the many people who work at home for us, and to those who have donated wool. We have recently had an anonymous donation of a sack of squares for blankets, and would like to say a special thank-you for this. For more information please phone Maureen Harper on the number in the printed Newsletter, or Email.
PASTORAL NOTICES
PRAYER TO
THE HOLY SPIRIT
Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and enkindle in them the fire of your love.
V. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created.
R. And you shall renew the face of the earth.
Let us pray.
O God, who has taught the hearts of the faithful by the light of the Holy Spirit, grant that by the same Spirit we may be always truly wise, and ever rejoice in His consolation. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
LATIN MASS
There will be a weekly celebration of the New Rite of Mass in Latin either on a Wednesday or Thursday evening and/or Tuesday morning each week. Booklets with Latin/English will be provided.MAKING GOOD USE OF THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE
Prepare to encounter Jesus in this sacrament by making an honest and heartfelt examination of conscience.
Religious Education
Baptism Instruction
Baptisms normally take place on the first Sunday of the month unless there are extenuating circumstances. Please contact the baptism catechist in the first instance. Permission must be given by the Parish Priest for baptisms outside the parish.Children at Non-Catholic Primary Schools
There is a three-year course of instruction for children attending non-Catholic schools. Parents are encouraged to enrol their children when they enter Year 1. Children receive the Sacrament of Penance and Holy Communion in Year 3CONFIRMATION CLASS
Contact Mr. John BellMarriage Preparation
Six months notice is required as well as suitable preparation. This is a Diocesan policy and is fairly universal.CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORD
Takes place during the 10h00 Mass each Sunday during Term time. There are two groups. Group 1 is for children aged 3-5 years and Group 2 is for children aged 6-8 years. The children leave prior to the Penitential Rite at Mass and rejoin their families at the Offertory.CHILDREN'S LITURGY at 12h00 MASS
We have many families coming to our 12h00 Mass and children aged Reception to Year 3 who would benefit from instruction and their own Liturgy of the Word as provided at our 10h00 Mass. Is there anyone willing to help this move forward? See Fr Eugène.INTERNET CATECHESIS
If you have Broadband you can do so much to help you and your children grow in the knowledge of the Faith, the Scriptures and the Church. Go to the site www.cibtv.com and you will be able to access:
School News
CATHOLIC TEACHERS
If you are looking for a job vacancy in a Catholic School, click here.Term Dates
Village Life
LIFTS TO MASS
If you live in the Linton Area and will need a lift to Mass or a weekly visit from an Eucharistic Minister please phone Sue Arnold on the number in the printed Newsletter so that you can be included on the roster.Extra-Parochial Activities
MASS FOR MARRIED LIFE
Couples and Families are invited to a Celebration Mass this coming SATURDAY (11th July) at St John's Catholic Cathedral, Unthank Road, NORWICH, NR2 2PA at 11h00 presided over by Bishop Michael. Due to re-building works in the Hall, only limited refreshments will be available after the Mass. For more information and to indicate numbers coming please contact Mary Clark on the number in the printed newsletter.NATIONAL GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE
to Walsingham on SATURDAY, 25th July led by Bishop John Hine, Auxiliary Bishop of Southwark. Mass at 12h00 in the Chapel of Reconciliation followed by picnic lunch. From 14h00-14h30 a Children's Liturgy. 15H00 - Funfair, bouncy castle, clowns and games. All are welcome!DOMINICAN LAY FRATERNITY
We meet at Blackfriars, Buckingham Road, Cambridge, at 10:30 on the first Saturday of most months. Enquirers are most welcome. Please check the date of the next meeting to be sure we are there to welcome you. Contacts: Mr Peter Chapple OPL, President, or Mrs Mary Winning OPL. Telephone numbers in the Printed Newsletter.A NEW COURSE TO TRAIN CATECHISTS
As you will soon note from the Bishop's Pastoral Visitation Report and those of you who came to his talk between the two Sunday Masses last week will have already heard that we have a growing need for catechists in the Diocese. We need to progress in our faith instruction to cover the period from First Holy Communion to Confirmation, and beyond as well as providing more help in the areas of baptism and marriage. I have approached our Deanery Catechist, Maggie Stephenson, whom some of you will know from the Echoes Course a few years ago. She is willing to do a course for us in Cambridge, so please keep your eyes pealed on the newsletter for further information.WHY TEACH?
LATIN MASS in the EXTRAORDINARY RITE
on SATURDAY evenings at Fisher House University Chaplaincy (during term) at 17h30 and on SUNDAY mornings at 09h15 St Laurence's Church, Milton Road.CAMBRIDGE LOURDES FUND
This is run by Mgr Tony Rogers and Mr David Lewis on behalf of the Catholic Association, the umbrella Trust which co-ordinates the Pilgrimage, and is a means of saving-up for the Diocesan Pilgrimage. From interest earned and from donations, its gives help to needy Sick Pilgrims and Helpers. Thanks largely to donations, this year we were able to assist four people at a cost of £1186. For more details please contact David and Margaret on the number in the printed Newsletter.JUSTICE AND PEACE GROUP
For information contact Bernard Shaw or Sheila Brookes on the numbers in the Printed Newsletter or simply come along to the next meeting in OLEM Parish Hall. We meet on the third Monday of every month at 19h45. New members are always welcome.Youth
DIOCESAN YOUTH EVENT NEXT SUNDAY
'The Big One 2009' A day of faith, fun and food for young people of secondary school age from all across the diocese. Held at St. Benedict's School, Bury St Edmunds. More details or telephone the Youth Office on the number in the printed newsletter.Catholic Gap Years
The National Office for Vocations have set up a website which brings together opportunities for people to spend a gap year in a Catholic setting - i.e. retreat and mission teams, a good example is the L' Arche Community. Highly recommended! The website address is www.catholicgapyear.comWWW.wordlive.org
A new website providing a range of interactive ways of reading the Bible has been launched by Scripture Union. Video clips, worship songs and prayer activities, as well as a daily Bible reading and explanatory notes aim to make the Bible more accessible to young people.Check-out the Diocesan Website for youth events and contacts.
YOUTH 2000 PRAYER GROUP
meets at the Margaret Beaufort Institute on Grange Road on alternate Sundays. The focus of the group is Eucharistic adoration, meditation on the Gospel of the day, and the Rosary. For further details contact Kamilla KlepackaAct of Consecration to the Sacred Heart
O Sacred Heart of Jesus, to Thee I consecrate and offer up my person and my life, my actions, trials, and sufferings, that my entire being may henceforth only be employed in loving, honouring and glorifying Thee. This is my irrevocable will, to belong entirely to Thee, and to do all for Thy love, renouncing with my whole heart all that can displease Thee.
I take Thee, O Sacred Heart, for the sole object of my love, the protection of my life, the pledge of my salvation, the remedy of my frailty and inconstancy, the reparation for all the defects of my life, and my secure refuge at the hour of my death. Be Thou, O Most Merciful Heart, my justification before God Thy Father, and screen me from His anger which I have so justly merited. I fear all from my own weakness and malice, but placing my entire confidence in Thee, O Heart of Love, I hope all from Thine infinite Goodness. Annihilate in me all that can displease or resist Thee. Imprint Thy pure love so deeply in my heart that I may never forget Thee or be separated from Thee.
I beseech Thee, through Thine infinite Goodness, grant that my name be engraved upon Thy Heart, for in this I place all my happiness and all my glory, to live and to die as one of Thy devoted servants.
Amen
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