Restoring the Order of the Sacraments of Initiation
Safeguarding Children, Young people and Vulnerable adults - Vetting and Barring System
The Sacrament of Confirmation - 2010
St Teresa’s
Enrolment Mass : Sunday 17 January at the 5.00pm Mass.
Parents and Sponsors Meeting : Following the 5.00pm Mass on 17 January.
Meeting for Candidates : On Sundays : 17, 24, and 31 January & 7 February at 4.00pm, meeting in the Parish Centre followed by Mass at 5.00pm.
Rehearsals for all candidates : Sunday 28 February after the 5.00pm Mass.
Confirmation Mass : Sunday 7 March at 3.00pm; celebrated by Bishop Malone.
Jacob’s Join after the Confirmation Masses - families of the candidates for Confirmation should bring the goodies to the Parish Centre (St Teresa’s) or Parish Hall (St Mary Magdalen’s) before Mass.
St Mary Magdalen’s
Enrolment Mass : Sunday 17 January at the 10.30am Mass.
Parents and Sponsors Meeting : Following the 10.30am Mass on 17 January.
Meeting for Candidates : On Sundays : 17, 24, and 31 January & 7 February after the 10.30am Mass followed by meeting till noon.
Rehearsals for all candidates : Sunday 28 February after the 10.30am Mass.
Confirmation Mass : Monday 8 March at 7.30pm - celebrated by Bishop Malone.
First Communions - 2010
Enrolment Masses :
At St Teresa’s at 6.00pm on Saturday 27 February or at 9.10am on Sunday 28 February.
At St Mary Magdalen’s on Sunday 28 February at 10.30am.
Children's Liturgies :
The first liturgy for the little ones begin on Sunday 28 February.
First Confessions :
Parents of the children at St Teresa’s please note that the First Confession date is now changed to Tuesday 23 March.
First Communion coordinators :
At St. Teresa’s Mrs Patricia Wilson : Telephone. 742605.
At St Mary Magdalen’s : Catechists : Tim & Carmel McKeogh - enquiries through the class teacher or email Fr Austin.
Parents meetings :
St Teresa’s on Tuesday 23 February in Church at 6.00pm.
St Teresa's for First Communion parents and children in on Tuesday 9 March 2010 in Church.
The "face to face" Reconciliation at St Teresa’s, scheduled to be celebrated during the School day, will now be replaced by an evening service of Reconciliation for both parents and children at 6.30pm on the same day, Tuesday 23 March 2010 .
St Mary Magdalen’s after the enrolment Mass on 28 February 2010 .
Archbishop’s Statement on Restoring the Order of the Sacraments of Initiation
Archbishop Kelly last year issued this statement regarding the Sacrament of Confirmation.
In faithfulness to the appeal Pope Benedict made in Sacramentum Caritatis and having been encouraged to do so by the Council of Priests, I have decided that the diocese should move towards restoring the traditional order of the Sacraments of Initiation : Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist.
A working party has been established to explore the processes and resources we will need in order to enable parishes and schools to support parents in their right and responsibility, made clear in the Rite of Infant Baptism, to hand on faith to their children.
Apart from the decision to restore the traditional order, no decisions have been made about ages, policies or programmes : the working party will consider those issues over the next three years, reporting regularly to the Council of Priests and making recommendations about consultation, resources and formation.
Living with Luke
This is a reflective workshop on the Gospel according to Luke and, as this is the gospel for the current liturgical year "C", the afternoon will provide an opportunity to reflect on its main theme.
Ideal for Readers, Catechists, RCIA teams and anyone who wishes to deepen their understanding. Everyone is welcome so please choose from the following venues:
Sunday 7 March 2010 from 2.00pm - 4.30pm at St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Marshside Road, Southport. PR9 9TJ.
Sunday 25 April 2010 from 2.00pm - 4.30pm at St. Joseph’s Parish Centre, Harpers Lane, Chorley. PR6 0HR.
To reserve a place telephone Julie Cassidy on 0151 522 1040 no later than the Wednesday preceding your choice.
Cost per person : £5.00 (Groups of 5 : £20.00).
Waste Paper collections
In 2009 we raised £2031 from the paper collections in the 2 parishes.
Donations have been made to both our Primary Schools, to North West Children’s Support Group (taking handicapped children on short breaks), to St Teresa’s Orphan Foundation in India, to the Lourdes Youth Group and donations to several teenagers who have spent time on voluntary work overseas.
Thanks ever so much for your tremendous support.
Do try to remember to bring your paper to our skips (the ones outside St Teresa’s are there permanently) so that we can support charitable causes during this year without any great effort.
Safeguarding Children, Young People
& Vulnerable Adults
The new Vetting and Barring System will be introduced shortly.
All new volunteers for pastoral work in the parishes which bring them into regular contact with such groups will need to go on the ISA register - it will be mandatory.
Will anyone presently engaged be sure that they have CRB clearance.
Will all newcomers contact our Safeguarding Officers, Andrew Walker for St Teresa’s or Carmel McKeogh for St Mary Magdalen’s so that they can complete the necessary paperwork.
Telephone Andrew Walker on 743085 or Carmel McKeogh on 490633.
Mgr Wach will offer the Traditional Mass at St Mary Magdalen’s, with the parish choir, on 21 February 2010 at 9.00am. Mgr Wach is the Prior for the community of priests who cover the Latin Mass on Sundays at St Mary Magdalen’s.
Vacancies in Catholic Schools and Colleges
The Schools Department of the Liverpool Archdiocese now has details of vacancies in Catholic Schools and Colleges.
For more details and to sign up for vacancies and email alerts click here.
Beginning Experience Sandymount Retreat Centre
Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies
Christian Aid Choir North West
Cliff Sale's Charity Cycle Challenge
Cliff Sale's Wine Tasting Evening
Cloak and Dagger Murder Mystery
First Reconciliation / Communion 2009
Harvesters Men's Day - Blokes & the Bible, Faith & Film
Lenten Station Masses in Preston
Liverpool Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Living Theology - Summer School
Musical Extravaganza at Fulwood High School
National Board of Catholic Women
Pastoral Leadership - Foundation Degree
St Leonard's Gilbert & Sullivan Group
Solemn Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Summer School - Living Theology
University Chamber Choir Concert
CONFIRMATION 2009
Meeting with Catechists on Sunday 1 February 2009 at 12.30pm in the Presbytery.
Meeting for parents and sponsors on Sunday 8 February 2009
St Mary Magdalen's following the 10.30am Mass.
St Teresa's at 4.00pm in the Parish Centre.
A Meeting for parents and sponsors who missed the first meeting will be held on Sunday 1 March 2009 following the 10.30am and 5.00pm Masses.
Enrolment Masses on Sunday 1 March 2009
10.30am at St Mary Magdalen's
5.00pm at St Teresa's.
Preparation sessions for candidates
Will be held on 1, 8, 15 and 22 March 2009 (ie the first 4 Sundays of Lent).
At St Mary Magdalen's following the 10.30am Mass.
And St Teresa's at 4.00pm in the Parish Centre followed by Mass at 5.00pm.
The candidates will be invited forward in Church each Sunday for the Creed of the Mass.
Confirmation Masses
St Mary Magdalen's on Sunday 29 March 2009 at 3.00pm.
St Teresa's on Monday 30 March 2009 at 7.30pm.
These are provisional dates dependent on the Bishops.
A letter will be sent to Year 9 youngsters at All Hallows shortly.
Youngsters who do not attend All Hallows but wish to go forward for Confirmation should contact Fr Austin.
Lourdes Youth Pilgrimage 2009
24 July to 1 August, age 15-25, cost £370.
450 young people on nine coaches from around the Archdiocese will make the thousand mile trip to Lourdes next year.
If you would like to be one of them, click here for an application form.
If you have a place on the pilgrimage this year and are interested in fundraising to help towards the cost of the trip, please come to a meeting on Sunday 15 February 2009 (after the 9.10am Mass) in the Church Meeting Room.
If you are unable to come but would still like to fundraise, please contact Lizzie House on 01772 744883.
Lourdes Youth Pilgrimage - July 2010
Young people aged 15 - 25 are invited to take part in the next pilgrimage to Lourdes from 23-31 July 2010.
Ten coaches of young people from different parts of the Archdiocese will make the thousand mile trip to the Marian shrine.
The pilgrimage involves serving those who are sick, frail and elderly, taking part in the spiritual programme and making new friends.
Applications are available to download from www.animateyouth.org
Beginning Experience Sandymount Retreat Centre
...on 20-22 March 2009. A spiritually based weekend for those who have experienced loneliness, rejection, hurt and pain through the loss of a partner by separation, divorce or bereavement.
A time to share with others who have experienced loss and who care. A time to heal by experiencing God's love through others. A time to begin again.
For further details contact Angela on 0151 430 6312 or 01704 536501.
Christmas Bulbs for Charity
Joseph Tipping wishes to thank all who sold, purchased, donated or helped in any way with the Christmas Bulbs for Charity.
All proceeds have been divided between the SVP Penwortham Parish, the Missions in Kenya, India and the Philippines.
This is to help build a new home for mentally handicapped children in Kaburugi run by the Sons of Divine Providence in Kenya; for the Street children in India and a new home for the poor children in the Philippines.
A big thank you to Miss S. King at St Patrick's School, Churchtown, Southport.
Total sales amounted to £2,500.
2000 knitted Teddies have also been sent to Third World countries.
May God bless you all for the wonderful support for the Missions of the Third World; without your support this could not happen.
Thank you.
Joseph Tipping
Liverpool Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
By air from Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Friday 24 July 2009 to Friday 31 July 2009.
Also overland by coach.
Pilgrims who need help with mobility, nursing or medical care on the journey or in Lourdes should register as soon as possible with the Lourdes Pilgrimage Office, telephone 0151 727 4000.
Closing date for registration is 31 March 2009.
The Tour Operator for 2009 is Leisure Time Travel, telephone 0151 287 8000.
See poster for details.
Lenten Soup Lunches
In the Parish Social Centre - 12.00pm to 1.30pm.
Friday 27 February
Friday 13 March
Friday 27 March
Soup and Bread Roll, Tea or Coffee and a Buttered Scone all for £2.00.
All proceeds to CAFOD.
Please come along and meet with your friends for lunch.
First Reconciliation and First Communion 2009
ST TERESA'S
Monday 2 March : 7.30pm in Church : Meeting with First Communion parents.
Sunday 8 March : Enrolment Mass.at 9.10am - children presented to the parish.
First Communion Masses : At 9.10am on Sundays 7, 14 and 21 June.
Sunday 28 June at 12 noon : All First Communion Children Celebration Mass (followed by refreshments).
First Communion Children's Liturgies : Sundays at 9.10am Mass on 8, 15, 22 and 29 March then 3 and 10 May.
ST MARY MAGDALEN'S
Sunday 1 March : After 10.30am Mass : Meeting with First Communion parents.
Sunday 8 March : Enrolment Mass at 10.30am - children presented to the parish.
First Communion Masses : at 10.30am on Sundays 7, 14, 21 June.
Sunday 28 June at 3.00pm : All First Communion Children Celebration Mass (followed by refreshments).
First Communion Children's Liturgies : Saturdays at 6.00pm Mass or Sundays at 10.30am Mass on 8, 15, 22 and 29 March then 3 and 10 May.
MEETINGS
The next meeting for parents (and children) will be :
St Teresa's : on Monday 23 March 2009 in Church at 7.00pm.
St Mary Magdalen's : on Tuesday 31 March 2009 at 7.00pm.
Stations of the Cross and a short period of Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.
A short period of reflection and prayers for First Communion parents and children will be held :
St Teresa's : on Tuesday 19 May 2009 in Church at 7.00pm.
St Mary Magdalen's : on Monday 18 May 2009 at 7.00pm.
FIRST CONFESSION
For First Communion children and parents but this time in the Confessional Room.
St Mary Magdalen's : on Wednesday 29 April 2009 and Thursday 30 April 2009between 6.00pm to 7.00pm.
St Teresa's : on Wednesday 29 April 2009 and Thursday 30 April 2009 between 3.30pm and 5.00pm .
Parents and children may use either Church.
FIRST COMMUNIONS
The children will receive First Communion at the 9.10am or 10.30am Masses on one of the first three Sundays in June.
On the fourth Sunday (28 June) they will gather together for a Celebration Mass at 12.00 noon at St Teresa’s or 3.00pm at St Mary Magdalen’s.
On the first three Sundays in June, the front few rows in Church will be reserved for First Communicants and their families.
For First Communion Masses, the children will kneel with their family but come as a group of children to line up for Communion.
For the Mass on the fourth Sunday in June, the children will kneel together as a group.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Many of us carry mobile phones with names and numbers stored in its memory. If we were to be involved in accident, or were taken ill, the people attending us would have our mobile phone but wouldn't know who to call
Yes, there may be hundreds of numbers stored but which one is the contact person in case of an emergency? Hence this "ICE" Campaign.
The concept of "ICE" is catching on quickly; it is a method of contact during emergency situations.
As mobile phones are carried by the majority of the population, all you need to do is store the number of a contact person (or persons) who should be contacted in emergency using the name "ICE".
The idea was thought up by a Paramedic who found that when he went to scenes of accidents there were always mobile phones with patients but they didn't know which number to call.
He thought that it would be a good idea if there was a nationally recognised name for this purpose.
In an emergency situation, Emergency Service personnel and hospital staff would then be able to quickly contact the right person by simply dialling the the number you have stored as "ICE".
It won't take too many "forwards" before everybody will know about this. It really could save your life, or put a loved one's mind at rest.
For more than one contact name, simply enter "ICE1", "ICE2", "ICE3" etc.
Please bring this information to as many people as possible as this can really help those involved in an emergency situation.
LENTEN STATION MASSES
Lenten Station Masses will be held in Preston on Wednesday Evenings at 7.30pm as follows :
11 March at Blessed Sacrament, Ribbleton : Bishop Campbell OSA
18 March at St Teresa's, Church Avenue : Brother Paul Coleman OFM
25 March at St Joseph's, Skeffington Road : James Chris Dyckhoff SJ
1 April at St Augustine's, St Austin's Place : Sister Helen Costigane SHCJ
Lenten Talk
At St Benedict's, Bamber Bridge on Thursday 12 March at 7.30pm
St Paul : Fr Andrew McCaffrey OSB
MUSICAL EXTRAVANGANZA
"Musical Extravaganza" at Fulwood High School on 14 March 2009 at 7.15pm.
Pupils from Fulwood High School are performing with International Tenor, Jon Christos.
Jon, a familiar face with the pupils of the School, helped raise £1,500 last year for the Mayor's Charity.
Jon is a familiar voice on Radio Lancashire (Sunday 4.00pm to 6.00pm). This year he has expressed his wish to sing with the choir again following our successful evening last year and from our MEN Arena performance together.
The programme will include highlights from their previous show "Hot Mikado" and favourites from the popular musicals and light classics.
Tickets are available from Marie Louise (telephone 01772 747673) or directly from the School (telephone 01772 719060).
WINCKLEY SQUARE - ANNUAL REUNION
The Annual Reunion for all former pupils of Winckley Square Convent is to take place at the Little Sisters of the Poor, Garstang Road on Saturday 21 March 2009 from 2.00pm to 4.00pm.
All are most welcome to attend.
LIVERPOOL ARCHDIOCESAN CENTRE
A vacancy has arisen in the Christian Education Department for a full time Administrator.
This is a permanent post supporting the Christian Education Team and Rev Des Seddon.
The hours of the post are full time, 36 hours per week worked Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.
Click here to download an application pack from the diocesan web site.
CLIFF SALE'S CHARITY CYCLE CHALLENGE
This year, to celebrate my 40th birthday, my wife, Sue has decided that I should mark it in some way.
I suggested a nice weekend away in a cosy pub and she suggested I travel to the other side of the world and cycle the 400km from Vietnam to Cambodia in searing heat whilst avoiding rabid dogs and land mines !!!!
So, In November 2009, I shall be cycling from Vietnam to Cambodia to raise money for the New Children's Hospital Appeal.
We are aiming to raise £20m to buy equipment for the new hospital in Manchester as well as providing better accommodation for those parents who need to stay with their child whilst they receive treatment.
My own daughter, Holly, is a regular outpatient at one of the current children's hospitals in Pendlebury and I know that a number of her school friends at St Mary Magdalen's have also received treatment there.
I am planning a number of events to raise money including a charity car wash on the car park at St Mary's Magdalen's on Saturday 25 April 2009 from 9.00am.
Sponsorship forms will be available in the entrance halls of both churches in the next week or so and you can also sponsor me on line at by following this link.
Donating through the Justgiving web site is quick, easy and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me. The Central Manchester & Manchester Children's University Hospitals Charity gets your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid and a 3% supplement are added to your donations.
I do hope you can help - thank you.
SPONSORSHIP EVENTS
Charity Car Wash
Cliff plans a number of events to raise money including a charity car wash on the car park at St Mary's Magdalen's on Saturday 25 April 2009 from 9.00am.
"The charity car wash was really well supported", said Cliff, "and raised £150".
He added " I'm grateful to all those who came along and I'm hoping to do another shortly."
Penwortham Gala
Cliff says "I will have a stall at the Penwortham Gala this Saturday, 13 June 2009.
There will be refreshments and fundraising activities for the children, including the chance to find and win a treasure chest of sweets with a pirate treasure map, a teddy tombola and the opportunity to paint your own door name plaque.
And as ever, all the proceeds got to the New Children's Hospital Appeal."
Charity Car Wash
Cliff will be holding a further charity car wash on the car park at St Mary's Magdalen's Church on Saturday 8 August 2009 between 9.00am and 5.00pm.
Your continued support is greatly appreciated.
Remember you can also donate through the Justgiving web site - it is quick, easy and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me. The Central Manchester & Manchester Children's University Hospitals Charity gets your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid and a 3% supplement are added to your donations.
Cliff says "Thanks to everyone who came along and supported the event which raised a tremendous £150."
Wine tasting evening
Cliff says "I'm holding a Wine Tasting Evening to help raise funds for my Vietnam to Cambodia cycle challenge in November.
You've just got to come to Penwortham Golf Club on Thursday 8 October; the tasting starts at 7.30pm and a variety of wines will be available to try with accompanying nibbles of course. The money raised will go towards the New Children's Hospital Appeal.
All inclusive tickets are just £10 - just contact me on 01772 740099 or at farfield@tiscali.co.uk or even after the 10.30am mass at St Mary Magdalen's.
Everybody is welcome - just make sure you reserve a ticket."
Cliff Sale's Charity Cycle Challenge
Not long to go now before Cliff sets off on his cycle trip from Vietnam to Cambodia but you can still donate to this most worthy of causes through the Justgiving web site. It is quick, easy and totally secure to donate so please give what you can.
Go on, click here and give generously - what better way to spend your money than to help our young children.
The Central Manchester & Manchester Children's University Hospitals Charity gets your money faster this way and, if you are a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure that 25% in Gift Aid and a 3% supplement are added to your donations.
Cliff adds "I do hope you can help - thank you in anticipation."
NATIONAL BOARD OF CATHOLIC WOMEN
On Saturday 20 June 2009 at 2.00pm in the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, the Archbishop will be celebrating a Mass to which you are especially invited.
The Mass is to celebrate the diversity of gifts and talents women bring to the service of the Church at parish, diocesan and national levels.
The Mass will also celebrate the 70th anniversary of the founding of the National Board of Catholic Women.
The Mass will be followed by tea/coffee and a piece of celebratory cake in the Gibberd Room at the Cathedral.
Tickets are available to enable us to know the numbers for catering but, more importantly, they will be used in the Offertory Procession with the names of women who have nurtured your own growth in faith. These names will then be part of our celebration.
Everyone is invited and welcome to the Mass.
Tickets are available from :
Linda Mellor - telephone 0151 423 1692
3 Barrows Green Lane
WIDNES
Cheshire
WA8 3JS
Click here to read more about the National Board of Catholic Women.
CHRISTIAN AID CHOIR NORTH WEST
The Christian Aid Choir North West invite you to join them for a Service of Inspiration before Christian Aid Week - and their Final Performance.
Saturday 9 May 2009 at 7.30pm in St Michael and All Angels Church, Egerton Road, Ashton-on-Ribble.
or
Friday 8 May 2009 at 7.30pm in Trinity United Reformed Church, High Street, Lancaster.
The guest speaker will be the Director of Christian Aid, Dr Daleep Mukarji, an inspiring speaker.
Click here to read more about Christian Aid.
St Leonard's Gilbert & Sullivan Group
presents
PRINCESS IDA (or CASTLE ADAMANT)
St Mary's Church Hall,
Cop Lane
7.30pm
Tuesday 19 May 2009 until Saturday 23 May 2009
Tickets available from Verna Holden - telephone 01772 612640
£5.00 on Tuesday and Wednesday
£7.00 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Children £5.00
OBERAMMERGAU 2010
We now have an itinerary and date for the Pastoral Area trip to Oberammergau for the Passion Play in 2010.
We fly from Manchester to Munich on 31 May and return on 6 June.
The cost is £998 which covers two days in Oberammergau with tickets for the play and four days in Bad Reichenhall from where there will be optional trips to Salzburg, Altotting and Berchtesgarten (including the Eagles Nest).
Anyone interested please contact Deacon Leo and Mrs Margaret McNicholas on 01772 612838.
LIVING THEOLOGY - SUMMER SCHOOL
Loyola-metro are arranging a Living Theology Course, which will take place at Hope University's Everton Campus and St Francis Xavier Church, from Monday 27 July 2009 until Friday 31 July 2009.
This year the keynote speaker will be Nicholas King SJ, who will be talking on the Gospels.
Workshops from :
Ruth Holgate, Director of Loyola Hall (spirituality and discernment),
Gerry Hughes SJ (Ethics),
Gerry O'Mahony SJ (Two sides of the Gospel - Gift & Call),
Jim Conway SJ (Catholic Social Teaching),
Josette Zammit-Mangion IBVM (St Paul) and
John Twist SJ (Old Testament).
Parishioners who would like to attend will receive financial reimbursement for 75% of the cost.
For more details contact Loyola-metro at St Francis Xavier's Church - telephone 0151 298 1911
Click here to view the web site.
PASTORAL LEADERSHIP - FOUNDATION DEGREE
Are you involved in some form of ministry in your Parish and/or local area?
Interested in developing new skills and growing in confidence?
Then a 3 year, Part Time Foundation Degree in Pastoral Leadership may be right for you.
The course is run by Liverpool Hope University in partnership with Liverpool Archdiocese Department of Pastoral Formation from September 2009 to June 2012.
If interested contact Julie Cassidy on 0151 522 1040 or Veronica Murphy on 0151 522 1048.
Metropolitan Cathedral, Liverpool
Mount Pleasant, LIVERPOOL, L3 5TQ
Telephone : 0151 709 9222
Arriving on 24 September 2009; departing on 25 September 2009
Carmelite Monastery, Preston
St Vincent's Road, PRESTON, PR2 8QA
Telephone : 01772 717194
From 11.00am to 3.00pm on 28 September 2009
Lancaster Cathedral
Balmoral Road, LANCASTER, LA1 3BT
Telephone : 01524 384820
Arriving on 28 September 2009; departing on 30 September 2009
TIMETABLE AT THE METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL
The relics of St Therese of Lisieux will be in the Metropolitan Cathedral on 24th and 25th September 2009.
There will be time for silent prayer and reflection but there will also be moments that will guide our prayer.
| TIMETABLE OF EVENTS | ||
| 24 September 2009 | ||
| 3.00pm | Evening Prayer to welcome the relics | Bishop Malone |
| 4.00pm | Reflection | Fr Godric Timney OSB |
| 5.00pm | Reflection | Ms Pam Ashcroft |
| 6.00pm | Reflection | Ms Therese McLoughlin |
| 7.00pm | Reflection | Mr Mark Davis |
| 7.30pm | Solemn Mass | Archbishop Patrick Kelly |
| 10.00pm | Reflection | Mr Mark Beattie |
| 10.30pm | Night Prayer | Cathedral closes |
| 25 September 2009 | ||
| 7.30am | Morning Prayer | |
| 8.00am | Morning Mass | |
| 9.00am | Reflection | Fr Michael Williams |
| 11.00am | Reflection | Ms Maureen Knight |
| 12.00pm | Solemn Mass | Bishop Brian Noble (Shrewsbury) |
| 2.30pm | Prayer & departure of relics | Bishop Williams |
DIGITAL SWITCHOVER
Dear Colleague,
Digital TV Switchover in the Granada TV region will happen in two stages on 4 November 2009 and 2 December 2009. Free Switchover training and grants are available.
As you know the UK wide switch to digital TV is underway. This means that everyone must have converted or upgraded their TV to digital in order to continue watching TV after the switchover. In the Granada area, the TV signal is provided by the Winter Hill transmitter and its relay stations.
| TRANSMITTER GROUP (including relays) |
SERVING | STAGE ONE | STAGE TWO |
| Winter Hill | Liverpool, Manchester, Lancashire, Cheshire and north Staffordshire | 4 November 2009 | 2 December 2009 |
For many people television is an important source of entertainment and company and the process of changing from analogue to digital may be worrying. That’s why it is so important for us to work closely with charities and voluntary organisations to make sure everyone gets the support they need.
Switchover Help Scheme
Those aged 75 or over, who have lived in a care home for six months or more, get (or could get) certain disability benefits, or are registered blind or partially sighted, are eligible for support from the Switchover Help Scheme to convert one TV set to digital.
Every eligible person will be offered practical help, including equipment, installation and aftercare, to convert one of their TV sets to digital in the run-up to switchover in their region. The Help Scheme writes to all eligible people three times to let them know what help they can receive. It costs £40, or for those entitled to certain income-related benefits it is free.
Digital Outreach Ltd
Digital Outreach Ltd has been set up by leading charities to deliver the digital switchover community outreach programme on behalf of Digital UK, the organisation responsible for leading the switchover across the UK.
Some people not eligible for support via the Switchover Help Scheme, or who choose not to take it up, may also need help to switch. The outreach programme works through local charities and voluntary organisations to provide that support.
Digital Outreach has appointed Age Concern Lancashire in partnership with Age Concerns – Preston & South Ribble, Hyndburn, Blackpool & District and Blackburn with Darwen as the lead local organisation in the Granada TV region. We would like to work with your organisation to deliver a range of activities to assist people.
Booking your free training place
Training sessions are available designed for those in your organisation who will raise awareness of switchover and the Help Scheme who then can cascade that information to your staff and volunteers. There is no charge to attend. All will start at 9.30am and finish at 2.30pm with a lunch provided.
The next training session in your area is on;
Monday 27 July 2009 from 9.30am until 2.30pm
at St Mary’s Church Hall, Cop Lane, Penwortham, Lancs PR1 0SR
Please note this will also be the last training session to be held in the Lancashire area.
Grants, materials and other assistance
Other support available through us includes:
Small grants for new local switchover related activities or initiatives
Speakers for presentations and meetings
Good practice sharing and advice on local activities or initiatives
Switchover and Help Scheme leaflets and materials
We believe that it is vital that people receive the right information and advice to make the switch to digital and that those who most need it can look to a local organisation that they know and trust to provide it.
Please help us to reach out to people in the community.
Additionally an information pack from Digital UK has been designed to help your organisation share information about switchover with people in the community. The pack will contain a DVD explaining everything in more detail, plus leaflets, a poster, some bookmarks and a CD-ROM containing fact sheets that you can either print out or email.
For more information, materials or to book a free place at the training session, please contact :
Ian McCondichie
Age Concern Preston & South Ribble District
EMail : ianmccondichie@55plus.org.uk
Telephone : 01772 321868
You can download an application form by clicking here.
Diocese of Lancaster, Catholic Youth Services
BUSINESS MANAGER -
Castlerigg Manor, Keswick
This strategic post involved the daily management of the business, personnel and resources of the Youth service, with particular emphasis on the operation of the Residential Centre in Keswick.
The successful candidate will have experience in the financial, property maintenance, catering and planning aspects required for running a developing Youth Service.
Salary: circa £25,000
Hours of work: Full time post
Enquiries and information pack from:
Ruth Corless
Email : ruthcorless@btinternet.com
Mobile: 07777 646678
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 6 August 2009.
Interviews: Monday 17 August 2009.
CLOAK & DAGGER MURDER MYSTERY
A charity evening for the Sons of Divine Providence
at St Teresa's Parish Centre
on Friday 11 September 2009 at 7.30pm
A HARLEQUINS EVENT
Fancy yourself as Holmes or Poirot or even Miss Marple ?
Come along and see if you can solve "Whodunit"
or just watch the events unfold and enjoy the occasion.
A fun evening is guaranteed!
Tickets £7.50
Price includes Hot Pot Supper and Apple Pie
Contact Mark & Susan McDonough on 01772 741633
Book now to avoid disappointment
Bar available on the night
SOLEMN EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
At St Teresa's :
Thursday 1 October 2009 : 9.30am to 8.00pm
Friday 2 October 2009 : 9.30am to 8.00pm
Saturday 3 October 2009 : 3.00pm to 7.00pm
At St Mary Magdalen's :
Friday 9 October 2009 : Following Mass at 10.00am until 4.00pm
Saturday 10 October 2009 : 3.00pm to 6.00pm
Sunday 11 October 2009 : 3.00pm until closing devotions and benediction at 4.00pm
DON'T BE FOOLED !!!
I received an email from a friend in the South; you may be interested in the details :
"The new telephone 'scam' has arrived.
I received a call from a 'representative' of BT, informing me that he was disconnecting me because of an unpaid bill. He demanded payment immediately of £31.00 or it would be £118.00 to re-connect at a later date.
The guy wasn't even fazed when I told him I was with Virgin Media, allegedly they have to pay BT a percentage for line rental.
I asked the guy's name - the very 'English' John Peacock with a very 'African' accent - and phone number - 0800 0800 152.
Obviously the fella realised I wasn't believing his story, so offered to demonstrate that he was from BT. I asked how and he told me to hang up and try phoning someone - he would disconnect my phone to prevent this.
AND HE DID!!
My phone was dead - no engaged tone, nothing - until he phoned me again.
Very pleased with himself, he asked if that was enough proof that he was with BT. I asked how the payment was to be made and he said credit card, there and then.
I said that I didn't know how he'd done it, but I had absolutely no intention of paying him, I didn't believe his name or that he worked for BT.
He hung up.
I dialled 1471 and phoned his fictitious 0800 number – not recognised.
I phoned the police to let them know, I wasn't the first! It's only just started apparently but it is escalating.
Their advice was to let as many people know by word of mouth of this scam. The fact that the phone does go off would probably convince some people it's real, so please let as many friends and family aware of this.
This is good but not that clever. He gave the wrong number - it should have been 0800 800152 which takes you through to BT Business.
The cutting off of the line is very simple, he stays on the line with the mute button on and you can't dial out but he can hear you trying - (this is because the person who initiates a call is the one to terminate it).
When you stop trying he cuts off and immediately calls back. You could almost be convinced! The sad thing is that it is so simple that it could certainly fool the elderly and vulnerable. Obviously, if this scam is real, once they have your credit/debit card details, there is nothing to stop them cleaning out your account."
THANKS BE TO GOD
Celebrating the Word of God in Worship.
Why do we gather together for this on Sunday - the day of the Lord?
What are we celebrating?
What is the challenge we accept when we say 'Thanks be to God'?
You are invited to join those studying this Module of the Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies to be held in the :
John Vianney Room,
Christ the King,
Queens Drive,
Liverpool
between 10.00am and 3.00pm on Saturday 3 October 2009 and/or Saturday 24 October 2009.
Bring a packed lunch.
Module Leader : Fr Philip Gillespie.
CATHOLIC CERTIFICATE IN RELIGIOUS STUDIES
Applications for the next course due to commence at
St Bede's High School,
St Anne's Road,
Ormskirk
are now being considered.
The orientation evening will be on Thursday 1 October 2009 at 7.30pm.
Contact : Barbara Hunt on 0151 522 1053 / 1056 on Tuesdays between 10.00am and 4.00pm.
PASTORAL PLANNING
to start and sustain lifelong Faith formation
Led by Bill Huebsch from 10.00am on Saturday 26 September 2009 at the Liverpool Archdiocesan Centre for Evangelisation.
NB arrive for tea/coffee
The working day will be from 10.30am to 3.15pm (Hotpot Lunch provided)
Tea/coffee and depart at 3.15pm
Cost : £10.00 per person or £50 per group of 10.
If you are interested, please contact Fr Austin.
FATIMA AND OUR TIMES
There will be a follow up Fatima afternoon on 24 October 2009 between 1.30pm and 4.30pm.
This is for information on Fatima and also for anyone who missed the first Fatima Day.
Talk, rosary etc led by Fr Oliver O'Connor; Refreshments will be available.
HARVESTERS MEN'S DAY -
"BLOKES & THE BIBLE, FAITH & FILM"
At Loyola Hall, Rainhill, Liverpool on Saturday 7 November 2009 between 10.00am and 4.30pm.
Booking is required as places are limited; the cost is £12.00 including refreshments but please bring a packed lunch.
The speaker will be David Hopwood, author of "The Blokes Bible."
Creative Director - Lee Abbey.
For more information and/or to book please contact Greg McCrave on 01772 733338 or Dave Yates on 01253 735061.
UNIVERSITY CHAMBER CHOIR CONCERT
At 7.00pm on Wednesday, 25 November 2009, with guest choirs from :
Runshaw College
All Hallows High School
St Oswald's Catholic Primary School
Enjoy an evening with the award winning UCLAN Chamber Choir in UCLan’s Harrington Lecture Theatre. All proceeds will go to the University's Harris Bursary Fund which helps students in Lancashire from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Tickets are just £6.00 for adults and £4.00 for children.
To book, contact Tania on 01772 892385 or click here to visit the Chamber Choir web site.
SHARING FAITH
A course for Catechists and those interested in becoming Catechists.
Training and development in the skills required is being offered by the diocesan Pastoral Formation Team.
There will be 5 four hour sessions on the following Saturdays in 2010 : 6 February, 24 February, 27 March, 24 April and 29 May.
The sessions will be held at St Marie's, Standish.
Information about this course on Wednesday, 27 January 2010 at St Teresa's in Upholland.
If you are interested, please speak to Fr Austin.
LADYEWELL - PILGRIMAGE
The Liverpool Archdiocesan Pilgrimage to Ladyewell, Fernyhalgh will take place on Saturday, 10 May 2008.
Archbishop Patrick Kelly will lead the Pilgrimage, which this year commences at 2.00pm; the exact programme at the Shrine is not yet known.
The SVP Conference will be providing mini-buses to convey pilgrims from the two parishes to the Shrine, picking up passengers at three points, yet to be decided, but suitable for the majority of passengers. The transport will be free of charge and is intended primarily, but not exclusively, for those who do not have their own transport.
Pilgrims should take warm, weather proof clothing and any food they may require - hot and cold drinks are available at Ladyewell House.
Those wishing to go should give their names to any member of the SVP or telephone Peter on 01772 743410, Tim on 01772 743403 or Terry on 01772 748049.
The picture shows Terry Conway and his wife leading the procession to Ladyewell for the Liverpool Archdiocesan Pilgrimage.
The afternoon of the 10 May 2008 proved to be fine and warm for the diocesan pilgrimage to Fernyhalgh when 11 parishioners from our parishes joined the forty-odd from other parishes to honour Our Lady at her Lancashire Shrine.
After the Rosary procession from St Mary's Church to Ladyewell House, led by Fr Tom Hoole, pilgrims were free to visit the Well, the Reliquary room and the Chapel or take refreshments before taking part in the Holy Hour and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at the Martyr's Chapel.
During Benediction, Fr Tom brought the Blessed Sacrament to each group of 2 or 3 pilgrims before imparting the general Benediction.
The experience of the afternoon was unique. A wonderful example of the uplifting spiritual effects of honouring Our Lady and a memory to treasure.
Why not join us next May?
WATER RATES
The Water Companies are ignoring churches' charitable status and starting to charge for the amount of area (ie roofs and car parks) that will collect rainwater and discharge it into the sewer network.
In the year to 5 April 2008, the Holy Family paid £461 in Water Rates. As a result of this change, their Water Rates will increase each year until they pay approximately £2,500 in the year to 5 April 2011.
If you wish to register your objection, click here (and tell anyone else who will provide their support).
ARE YOU BRINGING UP CHILDREN ALONE ?
Single - Divorced - Widowed - Husband away - or you just feel isolated.
Evenings and weekends particularly can be very lonely times for some parents. Even existing social networks don't always fill the gap.
Would you like to be part of a parent's group for those who feel they are going it alone - to set up a network for mutual support, for socialising with and without children and possibly even practical help with child - minding and baby-sitting.
If you would, please contact me, Anne-Marie Chappell on 01772 200883 (evenings).
BRIDGETTINE SISTERS
The sisters took over the former "Pilgrim Rest" at Holywell in June 2008.
It has been completely refurbished, re-named St Winefride's Guest House and all rooms are now en-suite. All are welcome for holidays, weekends, retreats, quiet days or meetings.
Telephone 01352 714073, email stwinefrides@bridgettine.org or click here for further details.
LEARNING TO SIGN
Are you interested in Learning to Sign ?
A new course of 27 sessions to achieve British Sign Language Level 1 is starting on Tuesday 18 November from 6pm to 7.30pm.
The course will be lead by Ricci Collins from Deafway and will take place in St Teresa's Church Room.
For further details and cost please contact Mrs Linda Swayne or Mrs Kay Smith at All Hallows Catholic High School on 01772 320214.
CAFOD - WORLD GIFTS AT CHRISTMAS
World Gifts is a range of alternative gifts that act as two presents in one – something for you to give to friends or a relatives at special occasions, whilst the real gift can help change the life of someone living in poverty.
Each World Gift is a real example of the vital work by CAFOD supporting communities living in poverty around the world but they are also representative of much, much more than just the specific items described.
Each gift supports a Fund which belongs to a particular area of CAFOD's work with the promise that the money raised will be spent on relevant projects within that area.
This gives the flexibility to respond in ways that best meet the particular needs of many different communities.
To read more about World Gifts, click here.
BOSCO VOLUNTEER ACTION
BOVA (BOsco Volunteer Action) is a volunteer group of the Salesians of Don Bosco, a Catholic Religious Order founded by St John Bosco, a priest who served the young and the poor.
Today the Salesians have projects around the world including schools, youth centres, homes for street children and vocational training centres.
BOVA offers opportunities to adults (18+) to live and work with Salesian communities, assisting in their work with young people while experiencing life outside the UK.
Placements last between one month and two years.
If you are interested in volunteering or supporting BOVA, click here to find out more.
BULLETIN - ARRANGING AN ENTRY
Items for the Bulletin must be submitted by 10.00am each Thursday.
They can be :
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handed in to the Presbytery, the Sacristy or St Teresa's Parish Office (open on Thursday afternoon)
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sent by email to st.maryteresa@yahoo.co.uk
MAN GIVES ALL HIS MONEY TO CHARITY
A pensioner has given all his money away to raise money for children and Aids orphans in Africa.
Joseph Tipping, 67, of Poplar Drive, Penwortham, near Preston, is a church officer at St Teresa's Catholic Church in Penwortham and a lay missionary for the Sons of Divine Providence SDP, an international Catholic organisation helping disadvantaged people all over the world.
Joseph retired from his job as a buyer at BAE Systems nine years ago to devote his life to raising money for the charity's projects in India, Brazil, the Philippines and Kenya.
Since then Joseph has worked tirelessly, raising enough cash to keep the projects running, including a chick scheme which saw hundreds of day-old chicks shipped to a village in Kenya to start an egg producing plant; a knitted teddy bear scheme for African Aids orphans who have no possessions of their own; and a bulb scheme, for which Joseph grow plants to sell for cash.
The turning point in his charitable work came when he visited two missions in Kenya and was struck by how few possessions the people have.
He said: "I went to Kenya and saw for myself the very poor conditions that people live in. I resolved to help them and I came home and started raising money. In my way it's God's work. These people have to be looked after. It's a wonderful country and people are struggling to get into the 21st century. They are quite happy even though they have nothing."
Joseph himself does not see his personal lack of cash as a problem. The central philosophy of the Sons of Divine Providence is the belief that, if there is a need, God will provide.
If you would like to donate money or get involved, call Joseph on 01772 743637.
Source : Lancashire Evening Post
PENSIONER'S TRIBUTE TO CARING CHURCHGOER
A Wigan pensioner has paid tribute to a fellow church-goer who has given away all his money away and dedicated himself to raising cash for children and Aids orphans in Africa.
Joseph Tipping, 67, of Penwortham, near Preston, is a church officer at St Teresa's RC Church in Penwortham and a lay missionary for the Sons of Divine Providence, an international Catholic organisation which helps disadvantaged people throughout the world. Joseph retired from his job as a buyer at BAE Systems nine years ago to devote his life to raising money for the charity's projects in India, Brazil, the Philippines and Kenya.
Since then he has raised enough cash to keep several projects running - including a chick scheme which saw hundreds of day-old chicks shipped to a village in Kenya to start an egg producing plant, a knitted teddy bear scheme for African Aids orphans who have no possessions of their own and a bulb scheme, for which Joseph grew plants to sell for cash.
Thomas Griffin, 76, from Standish, has known Joseph for many years through the Wigan-based Don Orione group, a branch of the SDP. He said: "He has spent all his money on it. He helps the whole thing. He's one of those people who can never say no."
Joseph does not see his personal lack of cash as a problem. The central philosophy of the Sons of Divine Providence is the belief that, if there is a need, God will provide.
Thomas's wife, Bernadette, also raises funds for Don Orione projects, both locally and abroad. She said: "Joseph is totally devoted to the Third World."
The turning point in Joseph's charitable work came when he visited two missions in Kenya and was struck by how few possessions the people have. He said: "I went to Kenya and saw for myself the very poor conditions that people live in. I resolved to help them and I came home and started raising money. In my way it's God's work. These people have to be looked after. It's a wonderful country and people are struggling to get into the 21st Century. They are quite happy even though they have nothing. The money raised goes straight out and is targeted so there are no administration charges at all."
Anyone wanting make a donation or to become involved in Joseph's work should contact him on 01772 743637.
Source : Wigan To-Day
To read more about the Sons of Divine Providence, click here
MEMORIAL IN LEYLAND
From South Ribble Borough Council
A memorial will be created in Leyland to pay tribute to the lives of South Ribble service men and women who have died in conflict since 1945.
The decision follows the tragic death of Leyland Gunner Stephen Wright who was killed while escorting troops through Basra in September last year.
We are therefore appealing for the friends or family of anyone who was born in South Ribble, or lived in the borough and died in conflict since the end of the Second World War, to contact us in order that we may pay tribute to them also.
If you are able to give us any information would you please contact Lynda Mears on 01772 625542.
Many thanks for your help.
PARENTS, CARERS and TODDLERS GROUP
The Parents, Carers and Toddlers Group meet at St Mary Magdalen's Hall every Tuesday from 9.30am to 11.30am; all welcome.
The entrance charge of £1.50 includes healthy snacks.
The group are presently covering the theme of animals.
The group co-ordinator is Peggy McIntyre.
SAFEGUARDING WITH CONFIDENCE
In 2001, Lord Nolan, at Cardinal Murphy O'Connor's request, produced a report entitled "A Programme for Action". It set a framework for best practice in the prevention of abuse of children, vulnerable adults and of response to cases which had occurred. Five years later the Cardinal asked Baroness Cumberlege to review the effectiveness of that programme.
Her review has now been published under the title "Safeguarding with Confidence". It is available from the CTS (telephone 0207 640 0046) and is recommended reading for the widest public; it will be discussed at the Bishop's Conference in November.
CTS Order reference Do768, ISBN978 1 86082 462 3, price £10.00 + £1.00 p&p.
Click here to see the report in full.
ST MARY MAGDALEN'S 20th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Fr Austin writes ...
"It's just 20 years since the opening of the new church of St Mary Magdalen, designed by the award winning architect Francis Roberts, who is also a parishioner.
It was Fr Trevor Cotter, Parish Priest from 1982, whose untiring efforts turned the dream into reality and raised the funds required.
Sadly Fr Cotter had to retire from active ministry a few years ago with failing eyesight and poor health. Within the year God called him to eternal life.
A simple tablet of slate, commissioned last year, now hangs above the sacristy entrance - a memorial to his faithful service to our parish and the Church.
To mark that opening 20 years ago, a full congregation of people from both St Mary Magdalen's and St Teresa's gathered on Monday 9 July for a moving celebration of Mass.
Under the direction of Caroline Hampson, with Margaret Greer at the organ, the choir and congregation, assisted by the fine acoustics of the Church, were able to give full voice to praising God.
To round off a short but moving Mass, Marjorie and Mildred generously provided us with tea and scones. But these scones were special, with Marjorie's homemade strawberry jam covered with Cornish clotted cream.
It was significant and special to have a group of children from the school in our congregation, immaculately turned out as usual.
If there is one thing I underlined, it is that these young people are the future of the Church. Please God, we have amongst the families who worship at St Mary Magdalen's, enough families of Faith to ensure that the future is orange and the sacrifice of the Mass is offered here."
