PARISH OF THE SACRED HEART – PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL PRESENT: Fr James Walsh, Richard McGreevy (St Helen’s), (Chair), Antonia Martinez (Sacred Heart), Keith Copperwheat (St John of the Cross), John Bolger (Pastoral Assistant), Catherine Watkins (Secretary) We welcomed Sandra Portas, a visitor from the Diocese who would be addressing the meeting on the item “Faithful … [Read more...] about Minutes of PPC Meeting 25 May 2021
NEWSLETTER 27.06.21
Dear Friends, When someone dies, especially if they have been a close relative or friend, our first reaction is often one of denial. The idea that they are no longer with us can seem impossible. Yet we know that they will not always be separated from us. Today’s first reading says that God made us ‘in the image of his own nature’ and made ‘man imperishable’. The Gospel today … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 27.06.21
NEWSLETTER 20.06.21
Dear Friends, In today’s gospel reading Mark contrasts the terror of the disciples in the face of the storm and the serene confidence of Jesus as well as his power to confront the elements and to still the power of the elements. A date for your diary: Sunday, 25th July when all three of our communities are invited to come together for a convivial afternoon in the garden … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 20.06.21
NEWSLETTER 13.06.21
Dear Friends, For quite a few people, myself included, lockdown and social restrictions have encouraged us to take a greater interest in our gardens. Growing vegetables, fruit and flowers has been a learning process with the added benefits of fresh air and exercise. The readings for this Sunday are full of images of agriculture. They show that the production of the harvest … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 13.06.21
NEWSLETTER 06.06.21
Dear Friends, Today we celebrate the feast of Corpus Christi - the Body and Blood of Christ which is given to us in the Eucharist. In today’s readings the significance of blood as the source of life is developed. When Moses casts the blood of sacrifice towards the people (1st reading) it ratifies the Covenant that God has made with them. But the blood of the New Covenant is … [Read more...] about NEWSLETTER 06.06.21
