Newsletter 27th October 2024

LINKED PARISHES CHRISTMAS FAYRE – SUNDAY 24th NOVEMBER: We are collecting items suitable for sale at our forthcoming Christmas Fayre. Donations of toiletries, new items, bric a brac, jewellery, bottles for the bottle stall, toys, and Christmas foods etc. All donations very much appreciated and can be left in the boxes available at the back of our churches. Thank you in advance for supporting this very enjoyable event, which raises much needed funds for the Parishes. For any enquiries and offers of help, please contact Anne on (01245) 257463.

Pilgrims of Hope 2025 across our Chelmsford Catholic Parish Partnership: As we prepare for the Holy Year 2025 beginning on the 1st December our focus in is Prayer. The next of our Parish talks is on Thursday 7th November in St Augustine of Canterbury Church on "Prayer, a relationship of the heart."

September 2025 intake – Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School tour: Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School are holding their final school tour for prospective parents on Thursday 7th November at 10am. Places are limited so please telephone the school office on 01245 353755 to book onto the tour.

From the Canonesses of the Holy Sepulchre: We are celebrating the Annual Mass for our deceased relatives and friends, in particular those buried in our cemetery, on Saturday 2nd November (All Souls’ Day) at 2pm at New Hall in the School Chapel. The Mass will be followed by visits to the cemetery for those who wish and tea. All welcome. For purposes of catering, please let us know if you will be with us by emailing crssuk@canonesses.co.uk.
Half-term Flapjack coffee morning for Mary's Meals at Holy Name : Wednesday 30th October in Holy Name's Canon Wilson Hall, 10.30 to 12Noon . All ages welcome!

St John Payne Catholic School, Sixth Form Open Evening: I (Derek Hewlett, Head of Sixth Form,) am delighted to invite members of the catholic community to our Sixth Form Open Evening on 13th November, from 17:00 to 19:00. This event is a wonderful opportunity for you and your child to explore the exciting possibilities that our Sixth Form offers. The evening will feature speeches from our Head Teacher and myself in the Aquinas Hall, starting at 17:00 and again at 18:30. We will provide valuable information about our curriculum, the vision for our Sixth Form and the support available for a successful transition to Sixth Form. If you would like to attend, please visit ourl website to register your interest. https://www.sjp.essex.sch.uk/s...
SVP Chelmsford Christmas Crafts Fundraiser: We have a selection of crochet patterns to share with anyone who would like to create a small item eg ; cross, bookmark for donation to this event. Please contact Secretarysvpchelmsford@svp.org.uk or text 07531241124, for more information.

HELP NEEDED: For a partially sighted disabled lady in the parish to shop and clean and general help on Mondays for 3.5 hours and Thursdays for 4 hours in the Springfield area. References and access to a car essential and woman preferred. Rates and hours worked negotiable. For more information enquire via the Parish Office.

THE SOLEMNITY OF ALL SAINTS DAY: Is a Holy Day of Obligation. Please see the change to Mass Times on Friday 1st November.

Alpha Course update: Thank you to those who have registered an interest in the Alpha Marriage course. We have clarified some of the details so here is an update. It will be held in the Canon Wilson Hall at Holy Name church on Monday evenings, from 3rd March. It will start at 19.30, but it will be arranged so that those wishing to attend Mass at Holy Name can do so. It will also be run on a hybrid basis so that you can join on line. We want to offer this to as many people as will be able to enjoy and benefit from it. If you are interested, contact the Parish Office to let us know.

LATEST OLI 200 CLUB WINNERS: If you would like to join the 200 club please contact Ursula via the Parish Office.
1st September 43 M. Quinn
8th September 51 M. Sheppard
15th September 30 M. Waters
22nd September 7 L. Brennan
6th October 141 L .Bowen-Davies
13th October 69 T. Griggs
20th October 17 P. Pickett

Volunteers need to help refugees / asylum seekers: at the Idea Hub, Meadows shopping Centre, Chelmsford. Almost any skills you have can be put to use. Only qualification needed is an open heart. ’Please contact Edith at; EdithMiller@ideashubchelmsford.org

SVP Chelmsford Coffee Morning and Christmas Crafts Fundraiser: Many thanks to those who continue to support us in our work with those in need in the local community. On Sunday 3rd November, there will be a variety of beautiful Christmas Crafts and other items on sale in addition to our usual coffee, tea, soft drinks, and delicious home- baked cakes served after 9.00 am and 12.00 am masses. Please come and support this event to raise much needed funds. We have a selection of crochet patterns to share with anyone who would like to create a small item eg ; cross, bookmark for donation to this event. For more information please contact Secretarysvpchelmsford@svp.org.uk or text 07531241124.

THE POPE'S PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR NOVEMBER: For anyone who has lost a child. We pray that all parents who mourn the loss of a son or daughter find support in their community and receive peace and consolation from the Holy Spirit.

BAPTISMS THIS WEEK: We pray for and welcome Aeon Lorenzo as the newest member of our Catholic community.

THE SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: provides practical support where possible for those who need it. Are you, in need of help, or know someone who is? If so, contact us on 0207 7033030, 07936 579230 or via the Parish Office. All calls are completely confidential. If you would like to donate furniture or are in need, contact the SVP furniture project on 0330 0436474.

HOSPITAL AND SICK VISITS: If you or a member of your family go into hospital, or are sick and housebound, please inform the Parish Office so a priest or the Legion of Mary can visit you.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SOULS OF THOSE WHO HAVE DIED RECENTLY AND ALL FAMILIES WHO MOURN.

Margaret O'DONNELL (RIP) Requiem Mass on Wednesday 30th October at 11:30am in Our Lady Immaculate Church.
Muriel TURNER (RIP) Requiem Mass on 23rd October at 1pm in Blessed Sacrament Church.
Bill Innes (RIP) Funeral Service to be arranged.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK AND HOUSEBOUND OF OUR PARISHES, (AND ALL WHO ARE SICK.)

Jennifer Bowman, Maureen Byrne, Marie Callahan, Josephine Cheshire, Valerie Cummins, Myrtle Collopy, Doreen Cornish, Mary Denning, Madeleine East, Troy Erickson, Marta Fevola, Mary Fletcher, Michael Hoare, Mike Healy, John Grainger, Robert Godfrey, Connor Hickey, Sheila Hughes, Maureen Leatherdale, Stuart Lucas, Margaret Lowrey, Maura Magee, Barry Mayo, Sarah & Henry McKeon, Monica McShane, Donny McColl, Grazia Paola, Christine Staines, Rose Turner, Patrick Waters, Anja Welsh-Smyth, Gayle Williams & Shirley Willis.