PARISH NEWS
Pope's Prayer Intention for June: That the world might grow in compassion.
Parish News & Events
Diocesan Vision
"To be a Catholic diocesan which is faithful to the mission entrusted to us by Jesus Christ, full of missionary desciples who work together co-responsibly in vibrant communities of faith, joyful in their service of God and neighbour."
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The Sacrament of Confession/Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Confession/Reconciliation is offered on Saturday mornings after Mass and evening from 5pm to 5:30pm. Also avaliable at other times by appointment.
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Live Streaming of Masses
Please note that our parish live streams the Sun 9am Mass, and at other occasions on request, e.g. funerals. If you do not wish to be seen on the live stream, please avoid the first two pews closest to the altar and ask for Holy Communion to be brought to you.
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Thursday Evening Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
Please note that this has now changed permanently to 7:30–8:30pm.
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Congratulations
Congratulations to the children celebrating their First Holy Communion this Sunday: Anna, Ava, Cianan, Emily, Frankie, Grace, Jack, Lorelai, Lotty, Oliver, Weronika & Zuzanna.
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Oxfordshire Altar Servers’ Day
Here in the parish hall we will be gathering from 9:30am–3pm on Sat 21st June for a day of fun, prayer, and serving. If you want more details, please talk to Father or get in touch with Paddie (KYT) -patrick.denton@kenelmyouthtrust.org.uk
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Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi takes place next weekend and at all three Masses there will be the recommissioning of our Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. After the 11am Mass there will be a procession with the Blessed Sacrament, weather permitting. Leading up to the feast, there will be Forty Hours of Eucharistic Adoration, comprising of adoration on Thu 19th , Fri 20th & Sat 21st Jun from 7am to 9pm each day, (pausing for Mass). It's a privileged occasion to spend time honouring the Lord for his presence among us. Sign-up sheet in the narthex.
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Refreshments After the 9am Sunday Mass
We currently have six teams who prepare & serve refreshments after the 9am Sunday Mass, but two of these are now ready for a rest! To keep this highly valued gathering going, we need some additional volunteers. Training will be provided. Please speak to Father Michael or Jim on 07721 922644.​​​
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St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School is looking to appoint up to 5 Foundation governors to form the core of a new board of governors to take up position in September. Meetings are held approximately every six weeks and a full programme of induction and training will be provided. This is an opportunity to help guide the futures of our young people so do please consider expanding your mission in this incredibly interesting and critical way. If you would like to know more, watch the video here: https://www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk/News/could-you-be-a-foundation-governor-or-director-at-your-local-catholic-school, speak to Fr Michael or contact our Chair of Governors, Ian Courtney, at ICourtney@pfmac.org.uk
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PVS
The Parish Volunteer Service is a small group of volunteers offering lifts to anybody who may be experiencing difficulty getting to Mass, the Thursday Group, or other appointments. For more information, contact Jane Stevens: 01844 216076/07984 778687.
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The Piety Stall
The Piety Stall, located in the hall, is open after all Masses including the Saturday 6pm, and has a full range of goods and greetings cards for sale.
Events within the Local Area and Diocese
Final Assisted Suicide Bill Vote this Friday
Your MP's final vote on the Leadbeater Assisted Suicide Bill is this Fri 20th Jun. If passed on Friday, this Bill cannot be undone and many vulnerable people will die as a result. Many MPs are wavering, and your opinion can truly make a difference in defeating this Bill. Please do not leave it to others. With just 3 clicks, petition your MP today: prolifecommunityoxford.org.uk/bill
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Right to Life UK
Labour MP, Tonia Antoniazzi, tabled a new abortion up to birth amendment ahead of Report Stage of the Crime and Policing Bill. This change would likely lead to a tragic rise in the number of babies’ lives being ended through late-term abortions carried out at home. However, a cross-party group of over 30 MPs has tabled an amendment (NC106) to the Bill. This new amendment would help protect women and babies from dangerous late-term home abortions and will be voted on this Tue, 17 Jun. Right to Life UK has launched the Protect Both Lives campaign. This is a campaign that will be focused on building support for this important new amendment which, if it becomes law, will save the lives of babies and protect women from late-term abortions. Act now: www.righttolife.org.uk/uptobirth. Medical professionals are also urged to add their support: www.righttolife.org.uk/medicalletter
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Fr David’s Installation as a Canon
Photos of Fr David’s Installation as a Canon can be viewed at: www.birminghamdiocese.org.uk/news/a-new-canon-installed-and-appointed-to-the-metropolitan-chapter-of-canons​​​
Please pray for the sick of our Parish
The sick of our Parish
Molly McVasey, Jon White, Kieron Carberry, Thomas White, Alexander Sparkes, Beryl Long, Veronica Smith, Ellen Mongan, Andrzej Geppart, David Harbour, Maria Crane & Lucy Wood.
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Rest in Peace
Pat O’Connor, Vincent Gillespie, Sr Mary Benedict Jouning RJM, Patrick Devereaux, Marion Wierszycki, Pope Francis, Gemma Smith & Craig Capin.
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Anniversaries of deaths this week
Ivor Bowman, Kathleen Carverhill, Phillip Wilmer, Georgina Lethbridge & Simon Sayce.
Offerings
Last Weekend Totals
Last Week: £423.96
2nd Collection This Weekend: For the Day for Life.
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Gift Aid
To keep giving regularly to support the Parish, please give standing orders, with Gift Aid where possible. The forms are always avaliable in the Sacristy for Gift Aid or standing order set-up, or talk to our treasurer, Jim.
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Other Methods of Giving
DONA Website
Our DONA website can be found here.
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Direct Payments
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DONA
Just use your contactless debit/credit card or smartphone/device to make a donation. Simply choose the amount you wish to donate and hold your card onto the reader. Contactless donations are simpler to administer, secure and conventient. Please opt in for Gift Aid if you are a UK Tax Payer, it means we can claim an extra 25p for every £1 received.