Parish of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Old Harlow, Essex CM17 0HA
SUPPLEMENT NEWSLETTER 2nd December 2018
EVANGILISATION: “Vision Document: Shaping Our Future: This weekend marks a key milestone in the Steward of the Gospel process as the Vision Document: Shaping Our Future is published. Bishop Alan has recorded a video message to all parishioners that can be viewed on the Diocese’s website by clicking on picture that appears on the home page http://www.dioceseofbrentwood.net/departments/development/
Please take time to watch and listen to this message in the coming days. In the News section you will also find a link to the Vision Document: Shaping Our Future. The Vision Document:
http://www.dioceseofbrentwood.net/news/diocese-publishes-vision-document/
Shaping Our Future is designed as an online resource in line with our early commitment to making better use of technology and it has links through to other websites and documents. Viewing the document on line enables it be read in large print and some people have access to read aloud functions. Wherever possible we would urge you to read the document online but in the parish we have hard copies of the booklets for those who cannot access the online version.”
We are inevitably moving towards the future using the Internet for all forms of communication and I have a very small number of hard copies of the document available for any unable to access the information on line. www.dioceseofbrentwood.net
“ADVENT SPIRITUALITY”
Bishop Alan Williams, sm will be giving a talk on this topic at the Cathedral House Conference Centre, Brentwood. Saturday 1st December 10.30am-12.00noon.
SERVICE of LIGHT: Inauguration of Advent in Brentwood Cathedral at 4.00 pm
on Sunday 2 December. This beautiful service includes the solemn lighting of the Advent wreath, profound readings and music led by the Cathedral choir. It is a special way to prepare for the real meaning of Christmas and all are welcome. Main celebrant: Bishop Alan Williams sm.
HOG:
St NICHOLAS MASS 6th December @ 6.30pm
CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE: 23rd December 4pm followed by mince pies and mulled wine
NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS SERVICE on Sunday 23rd December at 4.00 p.m. in the Cathedral. Main celebrant, Bishop Alan Williams. A service of readings, carols and beautiful choral music from the Cathedral choir. The perfect way to reflect on the radiant meaning of Christmas. All welcome.
HEALTH & SAFETY: Please ensure that when you light a votive candle it is put to the farthest point on the stand as this will avoid YOU catching fire.
The parish of the Assumption offers its profoundest condolences to Rachel Alder-Barber and her family on the death of her Grandmother Mary Christina FARRELL. Funeral Service at Church of The Assumption on Monday 17th December at 12-30pm. Followed by Cremation at Parndon Wood.
CLEANING:
We need additional volunteers to assist with cleaning the church. Ideally pairs of people to work about 1½ hours about 3 / 4 times a year. I have two applicants already so please consider being the second!
CHILDRENS LITURGY:
THIS IS IN DANGER OF CLOSING DOWN
Due to natural wastage we are facing an issue regarding the number of people available to assist with Children’s Liturgy ‘under 7 years’ on Sunday morning.
I do not need to stress the importance of a liturgy dedicated to young people young people who used to be simply ignored or excluded. We provide simple course books and notes for each Sunday and many details are available on the Internet. Offering this facility enhances and strengthens our parish, which is essential at this time of change. I am hoping that a refreshed team for 2019 will re - encourage parents to bring their youngsters along to mass on a more regular basis so please help if you can.
Perhaps some of our recent Confirmation recipients might be available in addition to parents with young children.
JOB VACANCIES
The Trustees of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust wish to appoint for the following vacancy: Office Administrator
Closing Date: Friday 7th December 2018 – 16.00pm
For further details please visit www.ourladyoffatimatrust.essex.sch.uk or alternatively call Mrs Irene Nelson, H.R. Manager on 01279 425383.
CONFIMRATION:
Applications from young people who will be 14 years old at Pentecost next year ((th June) and would like to receive Confirmation are invited immediately session close on the 6th December.
ARE YOU INTENDING TO APPLY TO A CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR SEPTEMBER - Reception or Yr3
If you have been attending Mass regularly and this is evident you may collect a ‘Certificate of Catholic Practice’ to attach to you application from Fr Michael. If you have been attending infrequently you do not need to apply simply make an application directly to the Catholic school of your choice.
THE GOSPEL OF LUKE
On Wednesdays 23rd and 30th January at 7 pm Fr Adrian Graffy will lead an exploration of the Gospel of Luke, the gospel being read on Sundays in 2019. These ‘Gidea Park Faith Evenings’ will take place in the hall at Gidea Park Catholic Church (410 Brentwood Road, Gidea Park, RM2 6DH). Please book by email to [email protected] Refreshments provided. Admission free.
Speak to Deacon Michael
PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO LOG ONTO AMAZON AND OTHER SITES USING THE GIVING MACHINE AS THIS PAYS A COMMISSION TO THE PARISH. Payments to date £200.
OFFERTORY Thank you for your generosity – numbers not available at the time of going to press.
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EVANGILISATION: “Vision Document: Shaping Our Future: This weekend marks a key milestone in the Steward of the Gospel process as the Vision Document: Shaping Our Future is published. Bishop Alan has recorded a video message to all parishioners that can be viewed on the Diocese’s website by clicking on picture that appears on the home page http://www.dioceseofbrentwood.net/departments/development/
Please take time to watch and listen to this message in the coming days. In the News section you will also find a link to the Vision Document: Shaping Our Future. The Vision Document:
http://www.dioceseofbrentwood.net/news/diocese-publishes-vision-document/
Shaping Our Future is designed as an online resource in line with our early commitment to making better use of technology and it has links through to other websites and documents. Viewing the document on line enables it be read in large print and some people have access to read aloud functions. Wherever possible we would urge you to read the document online but in the parish we have hard copies of the booklets for those who cannot access the online version.”
We are inevitably moving towards the future using the Internet for all forms of communication and I have a very small number of hard copies of the document available for any unable to access the information on line. www.dioceseofbrentwood.net
“ADVENT SPIRITUALITY”
Bishop Alan Williams, sm will be giving a talk on this topic at the Cathedral House Conference Centre, Brentwood. Saturday 1st December 10.30am-12.00noon.
SERVICE of LIGHT: Inauguration of Advent in Brentwood Cathedral at 4.00 pm
on Sunday 2 December. This beautiful service includes the solemn lighting of the Advent wreath, profound readings and music led by the Cathedral choir. It is a special way to prepare for the real meaning of Christmas and all are welcome. Main celebrant: Bishop Alan Williams sm.
HOG:
St NICHOLAS MASS 6th December @ 6.30pm
CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE: 23rd December 4pm followed by mince pies and mulled wine
NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS SERVICE on Sunday 23rd December at 4.00 p.m. in the Cathedral. Main celebrant, Bishop Alan Williams. A service of readings, carols and beautiful choral music from the Cathedral choir. The perfect way to reflect on the radiant meaning of Christmas. All welcome.
HEALTH & SAFETY: Please ensure that when you light a votive candle it is put to the farthest point on the stand as this will avoid YOU catching fire.
The parish of the Assumption offers its profoundest condolences to Rachel Alder-Barber and her family on the death of her Grandmother Mary Christina FARRELL. Funeral Service at Church of The Assumption on Monday 17th December at 12-30pm. Followed by Cremation at Parndon Wood.
CLEANING:
We need additional volunteers to assist with cleaning the church. Ideally pairs of people to work about 1½ hours about 3 / 4 times a year. I have two applicants already so please consider being the second!
CHILDRENS LITURGY:
THIS IS IN DANGER OF CLOSING DOWN
Due to natural wastage we are facing an issue regarding the number of people available to assist with Children’s Liturgy ‘under 7 years’ on Sunday morning.
I do not need to stress the importance of a liturgy dedicated to young people young people who used to be simply ignored or excluded. We provide simple course books and notes for each Sunday and many details are available on the Internet. Offering this facility enhances and strengthens our parish, which is essential at this time of change. I am hoping that a refreshed team for 2019 will re - encourage parents to bring their youngsters along to mass on a more regular basis so please help if you can.
Perhaps some of our recent Confirmation recipients might be available in addition to parents with young children.
JOB VACANCIES
The Trustees of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust wish to appoint for the following vacancy: Office Administrator
Closing Date: Friday 7th December 2018 – 16.00pm
For further details please visit www.ourladyoffatimatrust.essex.sch.uk or alternatively call Mrs Irene Nelson, H.R. Manager on 01279 425383.
CONFIMRATION:
Applications from young people who will be 14 years old at Pentecost next year ((th June) and would like to receive Confirmation are invited immediately session close on the 6th December.
ARE YOU INTENDING TO APPLY TO A CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR SEPTEMBER - Reception or Yr3
If you have been attending Mass regularly and this is evident you may collect a ‘Certificate of Catholic Practice’ to attach to you application from Fr Michael. If you have been attending infrequently you do not need to apply simply make an application directly to the Catholic school of your choice.
THE GOSPEL OF LUKE
On Wednesdays 23rd and 30th January at 7 pm Fr Adrian Graffy will lead an exploration of the Gospel of Luke, the gospel being read on Sundays in 2019. These ‘Gidea Park Faith Evenings’ will take place in the hall at Gidea Park Catholic Church (410 Brentwood Road, Gidea Park, RM2 6DH). Please book by email to [email protected] Refreshments provided. Admission free.
Speak to Deacon Michael
PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO LOG ONTO AMAZON AND OTHER SITES USING THE GIVING MACHINE AS THIS PAYS A COMMISSION TO THE PARISH. Payments to date £200.
OFFERTORY Thank you for your generosity – numbers not available at the time of going to press.
________________________________________________________________________________
