ST. MARY'S CHURCH, BROADFIELD DRIVE, LEYLAND
(Telephone: 455955 Church)
Sr. Veronica FMSJ (424665)
Steve (i.c. Youth – 07977249636)
Website leylandstmarys.org.uk
WELCOME TO NEW PARISHIONERS / VISITORS
Please fill in our new Record Form, or if you move house
within the parish - please amend a new form.
SUNDAY 8 NOVEMBER
(32nd Sunday of the Year)
Theme: How happy are the poor in spirit; theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
MASSES FOR THE WEEK / MASS INTENTIONS:
Saturday 7th November
6.00 (Vigil Mass) Frank Harrison’s 90th Birthday / Francis Clark
Sunday 8th November
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
9.30 The Parish / Barry Forde (Recently Deceased)
10.45 Remembrance Service (NOT MASS)
6.00 (Extra Mass) English Benedictine Congrregation
Monday 9th November
The Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
9.00 McDonald Family
12.15 Requiem Mass for Leo Foley
Tuesday 10th November
St. Leo the Great
8.00 (With Schools) Hugh Mannion
12.15 Mary Howard
Wednesday 11th November
St. Martin of Tours
9.00 James Kelly
12.15 Ken Newton
Thursday 12th November
St. Josaphat
8.00 (Alverna) Sr. Joan Ahern
12.15 Monica Theresa Davis
Friday 13th November
All Saints of the Order of St. Benedict
9.00 Joan Durkin
12.15 Harry Butterworth (Anniversary)
Saturday 14th November
9.00 Annie Yorke
6.00 (Vigil Mass) Burke Family Intentions
Sunday 15th November
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
9.30 Blackwell Family Intention
11.00 Mass for the Bereaved / Leo Foley (Recently Deceased)
Confessions Saturday 9.30 - 10.00 a.m. (or when they end)
and 5.00 - 6.00 p.m. Also Confessions at any time.
Ring for a mutually convenient time with one of the priests.
Sending out of Eucharistic Ministers with Holy Communion for the Sick
(After Holy Communion of the Congregation) The Congregation says:
May this sacrament unite them with Christ and his Church and give them consolation and peace.
Website leylandstmarys.org.uk
You can find the bulletin on the website and you may like to ask a question.
THE PARISH FAMILY:
BY BAPTISM:
We Welcome: Maisie Rose O’Malley and Jennifer Louise Brown – to the Family of the Church
PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL OUR SICK:
Betty Thompson (Canada) - Mum of Doreen Houghton connected with the Parish, Doris Lakin, Margaret Miller, Peter Barron, Nick Berry, Rita Bleasdale, Maggie Ashbolt, Maire Jones, Jim McKay, Agnes Bennett, Lynn Hamer, Joe Copeman, Mark Clements, Toni Gannon, Brian Pooley Dot Reynolds, Patricia Duffy, Susan McCarthy, John Hampson, Walburga Hall, Gordon Cottle, Moyra Haynes, Joyce Wilcox, Danny Bonner, Annie Kelly, Eve Hankin, Tracey Anne Holly, Evelyn Swarbrick, Gerald Ralphs, Eileen Kenyon, Tegan Hyslop (5yrs), Paul Bruce, Martin Glancy, Edith Rice, Alice Ogden, Graham Halstead, Baby Casey Cross, Baby Liam Hodkinson, and connected with us, Jim & Joan Madden (Fr Abbot’s parents), Eric Woof, Ami Froehlick, Audrey Padmore, Alicia Middlemas (friend of Maria, Brenda) Malcolm Pyman, Peter Mee and Frank Dever.
Long-term sick are prayed for each day at Mass. Let us know those who you wish to pray for by
Thursday of each week for either the bulletin and / or the long term sick.
PLEASE PRAY FOR ALL OUR DEPARTED:
Especially all those who died recently:
And the following whose anniversaries occur about this time:
Frank Longworth, Edward Stevenson, Elizabeth Canning, Anne Swarbrick, Clement Holden, Christine Hesmondhalgh, Edward Joseph Booth, Maria Harris, Irene Corrie, Terence Bernard Donnelly, Elizabeth Kenyon, Ellen Newsham, Christina Burke, Stephen Carr & Ernest Paul Whittle.
THE COMING WEEK’S EVENTS:
Today, Sunday 8 November:
Family Rota of Prayer: Mr & Mrs K Jordan, 5 Parkgate Drive
Monday, 9 November:
Church cleaning 9.00 am ‘A’ team
Tuesday, 10 November:
Baptism Course 8.00 pm in the Library
Wednesday, 11 November:
Diabetic Group 7.30 pm in the Library
Friday, 13 November:
Divine Mercy Prayers 11.00 am in the Adoration Chapel - Everyone Welcome.
Next Sunday, 15 November:
HCPT Cards on sale after 9.30 Mass
Journey in Faith 5.00 – 6.00 pm
Youth Group 7.00 pm - Movie Night
GENERAL NOTICES:
500 Club - Congratulations!
£100 Winner Week 42, S Marsden No. 394, Agent L Raven
Collections:
Last Sunday: Offertory Loose Plate = £638.66
Gift Aid = £224.25
For Gift Aid contact Gerry Brown 431002. Many thanks!
Christmas 'Update':
Parishioners are reminded that the closing date for the submission of articles to the Christmas 'Update' is this weekend, 8.11.09. There may still be time to get yours into print - but please hurry - and thank you for all efforts up to now. The editor
New Altar Servers Needed:
Training for new servers will commence on Friday 20th November at 6.15 pm. Please contact Peter Cuerden (Tel: 01772 433760) for further information.
Parishioners in Hospital:
Please let us know if family or friends are in hospital and then the Priests can visit them when they are in hospital. Let us know the hospital ward. It is also helpful to let us know when they come home.
Thank You – St. Mary Cairns:
Thank you from Sr Mary Cairns – I am the niece of Sr Mary Cairns, formerly of St Catherine’s Convent, Moss Lane, Leyland, who has requested that I write to pass on her thanks to all the parishioners of St Mary’s for sending cards and gifts to her on the occasion of her Diamond Jubilee and her birthday. My aunt is unable to write personally to thank everyone due to her poor health and eyesight, but she sends her love and prayers to everyone. Rosemary Cairns
Francis Clark ( Recently Deceased):
"Dear Parishioners, as many of you will know, Francis Clark died on 24th October and his funeral was held in the parish on 5th November. As his sister-in-law, I write on behalf of the extended Clark family. Francis grew up and went to school in Ealing, attending St. Benedict's school with his two elder brothers (and also my brothers). Unfortunately, both his brothers pre-deceased him and when his parents also died, Francis decided to move away from Ealing and start life in a fresh place. After many false-starts, he finally found a new home in Leyland and at St. Mary's in particular. I don't think it is a coincidence that he arrived at another Benedictine parish and his choice has proved to be the right one. I am told that he was very popular and much-loved. Indeed, he seemed to have found a second family. The Clark family would like to extend their gratitude to all who knew him for the warmth, kindness and love shown to Francis during his time amongst you. It is a great solace to know that his last years were such happy ones. May God bless you. Mary Clark"
Do you enjoy singing?
If so, please come and join us as we prepare the Advent and Christmas liturgies. You will be most welcome addition to our small friendly group. The following humorous notice appeared in a church bulletin – ‘Eight new choir robes are currently needed, due to addition of several new members, and to the deterioration of some older ones.’ Your Choir needs you! For more information, contact Delia on 01772 422565.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS – DATES FOR YOUR DIARY:
Blood Donors – SRBC – 10 November:
Please give blood Tuesday 10th November between 2.00 – 4.00 pm & 5.30-7.30 pm at South Ribble Civic Centre. Call 0300 123 23 23 for an appointment. See poster on the notice board.
Churches Together in Leyland Meeting – 12 November:
CTIL Meeting - Thursday 12th November at Midge Hall Methodist Church 7.30pm
Fairtrade Christmas Market – 13 / 14 November:
Fairtrade Christmas Market on Friday and Saturday 13th/14th November at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Longton. Please see poster on the notice board
Widows Welcome Christmas Fair – 14 November:
Widows Welcome Christmas Fair will be held on Sat 14th Nov from 11.00 – 3.00 pm. All the usual stalls. Admission 50p including tea and biscuits. Children are free. See poster on notice board for more details. Would any kind people be prepared to put up tables at 8.45am on the day and take them down again at 3.15pm? Let us know in the Priory House if you can help.
St. John Ambulance – Charity Dinner Dance – 14 November:
Charity Dinner Dance on Saturday 14th November 7 for 7.30 pm Tickets £22.50. Jointly raising funds for St. John Ambulance and St. Catherine’s hospice at South Ribble Civic Centre, West Paddock. Including 5 course dinner and entertainment from Rhapsody & Blues. Details on the poster in the narthex or for tickets phone Dorothy on 01772 451384 or email Leyland@lancashire.sja.org.uk
Prisoners’ Week 15 – 21 November:
Prisoners Week is from 15-21st November. As we have two prisons in our
parish, it is especially relevant to us.
2010’s Confirmations – 14 March 2010 – Meeting 24 November
Confirmations will take place next year on Sunday 14th March 2010 with Bishop Tom Williams. Anyone in year 10 (14-15 years of age) or older who has not been confirmed is willing to contact us and make the arrangements to join with us. We will be starting our Confirmation programme with the parents and sponsors of Year 10 on Tuesday 24th November at 7pm in the Parish Centre. Please make a note in your diaries as this is an important meeting.
Annual Mass for All Those Who Have Died During the Past Year – 15 November:
Annual Mass for all who died November ‘08-November ‘09 takes place on Sunday 15th November at the 11am Mass. There is a list up in the Narthex: if you wish anyone to be included who has been omitted or is connected with us please add their name to the list and we will include them.
Catechists for First Holy Communion – Meeting – 17 November:
Catechists for First Holy Communion – there will be a meeting for all catechists to discuss and plan next year’s programme on Tuesday 17th November at 7 pm in the Priory House
Parish AGM – 20 November:
Parish AGM is on Friday 20th November beginning with mass at 7.00pm and followed by a joint supper in the Parish Centre. Everyone is welcome if you hope to come please let Sr Veronica know so that she can ensure sufficient hospitality.
Bishop Rawstorne C. of E. Language College Raw Jazz and Swing Band – Concert – 20 November:
The Parish Church of St. James’ presents the Bishop Rawstorne C of E Language College Raw Jazz and Swing Band on Friday 20th November at 7.30 pm in the Church on Slater Lane. See poster on the notice board.
St Mary's Youth Group – Murder Mystery – Social Centre – 21 November:
Is Miss Green as naïve as she sounds? Will Damien, the school bully get his just deserves? Find out when ………… St Mary's Youth Group invite you to be Taught a Lesson - Sat 21 November St Mary's Social Centre. 7:30 (School Dinners Provided) - Tickets:£6:00 - £5:00 under 16 - Proceeds to the Singo Funds
Feast of Christ the King – Christmas Boxes – Operation Christmas Child – 22 November:
Sunday 22nd November Feast of Christ the King Youth Group will gather all the Christmas boxes for Operation Christmas Child and will have a big presence at the Mass.
Father Martin Haig – Diamond Jubilee Celebrations – St. Mary’s – 28 November
Fr. Martin Haig’s Diamond Jubilee of Priesthood Fr. Martin is gracing us with his presence to celebrate this magnificent jubilee on Saturday 28th November, at the 6pm evening Mass. After Mass there will be a joint supper in our Parish Centre when you will have the chance to chat and meet with him.
One Voice Community Gospel Choir – Carols / Gospel Music – The Minster, Preston – 5 December:
One Voice Community Gospel Choir performing carols and seasonal Gospel Music to really put you in the mood for Christmas, with free mulled wine and a mince pie. Performing at The Minster, Church Road, Preston on Saturday 5th December. Doors open 7 pm, performance starts 7.30 pm. Price £6.50. Book online and print ticket out at www.onevoice.org.uk or alternatively call Liz on 01772 469976 if you do not have access to a computer.
Young Adults Pilgrimage to the Holy Land: 1 - 8 February 2010
Young Adults Pilgrimage to the Holy Land: (aged 18 to 35) Mon 1st of Feb to 8th of Feb 2010. Highly recommended by Fr Ambrose who went on it this year. Organised by best Catholic guide. £800 each and coming down. For details and an application form please see Fr. Ambrose.
WORD OF LIFE:
It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle
than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God. (MT 19:24)
So what is Jesus condemning? Certainly not the goods of this earth in themselves, but the rich person who is attached to them. And why is that? The answer is clear: it is because all things belong to God, while the rich behave as if all things belong to them. The fact is that riches can easily take the place of God in the human heart. They blind the vision and make it easier for all sorts of vices to take root. The Apostle Paul wrote: "Those who want to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. Copies available from the table in front of the Piety shop.
