MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK

Saturday 17 September –  Stubbs family

Thursday 22  Sept – Rosemary & Michael Davies RIP

Saturday 24 Sept – Someone sick

LATEST  UP-DATE
NEW MASS TIMES: SATURDAY VIGIL MASS – SATURDAYS, 5pm SOCIALLY-DISTANCED SEATING:  As far as possible, the side benches will be available for those who wish to remain cautious.  OFFICE HOURS : FRIDAYS, 10am to 4pm.

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 PARISH NEWSLETTER

KEEPING EVERYONE SAFE & WELL
We ask that you do not come to church if you have symptoms of a cold, a temperature, a sore throat or are feeling particularly tired or off colour. Take a test. Keep it to yourself and get better soon!

CONFESSION : last Saturday of the month: Saturday 24 September, 4.15pm to 4.45pm

HOLY MASS DAYS & TIMES
Monday: 10.00am – No Mass on 19 September
Thursday: 10.00am
10.25am-11.00am: Exposition & Benediction

CHURCH OPEN: Church will be open on Fridays from 11am to 1pm for visits to the Blessed Sacrament.

READINGS FOR 18 September
1^st Reading: Amos 8:4-7, Against those who ‘buy up the poor for money’.
Psalm 112: Praise the Lord, who raises the poor
2^nd Reading: I Timothy 2:1-8, There should be prayers offered for everyone to God, who wants everyone to be saved.
Gospel: Luke 16:1-13, You cannot be the slave of both God and of money.
Gospel acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia! Open our heart, O Lord, to accept the words of your Son, Alleluia!
Communion antiphon: You have laid down your precepts to be carefully kept; may my ways be firm in keeping your statutes.

INTENTIONS THIS WEEK
We join Pope Francis’ prayer intention for September
Abolition of the Death Penalty
We pray that the death penalty, which attacks the dignity of the human person, may be legally abolished in every country

SPECIAL FEASTS THIS WEEK
20 September – St Andrew Kim Taegon, Martyr & Companions
21 September – St Matthew, Apostle
23 September – St Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio)
24 September – Our Lady of Walsingham

SPECIAL COLLECTION LAST WEEK – CATHOLIC EDUCATION SERVICE: £32.00   Thank you.

SPECIAL COLLECTION THIS WEEK: Home Missions
Today was known as Home Mission Sunday, but has now been renamed Evangelii Gaudium Sunday, after Pope Francis’ first (solo) Apostolic Exhortation on the Joy of the Gospel.  The day offers the Catholic community in England and Wales the opportunity to celebrate the beauty of our faith and our commitment to witness to the fullness of life in Christ. Fr Jan Nowotnik, Director of Mission at the Bishops’ Conference, tells us more about the day (https://youtu.be/ZORIvqhw3S0) and how you can support this important work.

COFFEE TIME & TRAIDCRAFT FAYRE – 17 SEPTEMBER
You are warmly invited to the Parish Centre for a cup of coffee and a chat with old (and new) friends, after Mass on next Saturday, 17 September. Come along and see what the Traidcraft stall has to offer – lots of new and interesting items. Everyone is very welcome!

SPECIAL PRAYERS FOR THE PEOPLE OF PAKISTAN & FOR HM QUEEN ELIZABETH II
For the people of Pakistan
O Lord, in the goodness of your constant love, be with the people of Pakistan as they face devastating floods. At this time of great loss – loss of lives, homes and crops – may we be filled with your compassion and moved to reach out in love. As we stand alongside our sisters and brothers, we pray that they may find consolation in their sorrow, strength as they seek shelter and safety and courage to carry on.
Forgive us, O Lord, for our part in the climate crisis, and inspire us all to play our part in protecting the earth, our common home. So that together we may build a world that reflects your glory, where hope drives out despair and all things are made new. Amen.

For HM The Queen
Father, Creator of all, You fashion all people in your likeness and shower them with your grace and manifold gifts. We give you thanks for the long reign of your servant Queen Elizabeth II who, steadfast in your love, faithfully served the nation for seventy years.
May her faith in you and her loyal service never be forgotten. May she enjoy the light of your glory in all eternity.
Compassionate Christ, Bless the family and friends of the Queen, for whom this loss is a moment of great sadness. Help them shoulder their private grief in the midst of their public lives. We pray that your yoke will be easy and your burden light for our new Monarch, Charles III. Give him the grace to reign wisely, always faithful to your name.
Spirit, Comforter, We pray for ourselves and all people who mourn the passing of our Queen. Like her, may we all draw strength from your love and face each new day with hope. Pour your consolation into every grieving heart so that doubt may turn into certainty and sadness give birth to gratitude. Amen

RELICS OF ST BERNADETTE “I shall do everything for Heaven, my true home. There I shall find my Mother in all the splendour of her glory. I shall delight with her in the joy of Jesus Himself.”
Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, Liverpool
Saturday 17 September: 3.30pm to 9.45pm
Sunday 18 September: 8am to 8.45pm
Monday 19 September: 8am to 9.45pm
Tuesday 20 September: 6.30am to 5.45pm
Bookings: online bookings only, and bookings are in slots of 15 minutes.  Please notify the Parish Office on Fridays, if you’d like to go but are unable to book online.  We’ll do our best to help.
For more information about the tour and to book places, please visit the dedicated website: www.stbernadette.org.uk

DON’T FORGET! PARISH FOODBANK – DONATIONS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME
Thank you for donations already received, which have been taken to the foodbank centre at St Mary’s in Leyland.  They are requesting toiletries and toilet rolls especially at the moment. 

SS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, MAWDESLEY
RESPECT BELIEVE INSPIRE: Learning through Jesus. Opportunities for all to reach their full potential. Valuing all in our school family and the wider world. Encouraging everyone to be unique. Please ring Mrs A Parkinson on 01704 822216 to find out about Open Days/Evenings, or check the website on https://www.sspeterandpaulsschoolmawdesley.co.uk/

UKRAINE AID FUND The International Aid Trust no longer requires clothing, but would be grateful for non-perishable foodstuffs, toiletries and medical supplies eg plasters, bandages, antiseptic wipes, paracetamol, ibuprofen.  The depot is at Lostock Hall, Sherdley Road.

MASS INTENTONS
Mass intentions are welcome, not just for our dear departed, but for any other occasion eg in thanksgiving, successful outcome (exams / operation), wedding / anniversary blessings. Please write your name and intention, with the preferred date – if applicable –  on a piece of paper and place in an envelope, along with your offering, either in the weekly offertory basket or through the presbytery door.  It may not be possible to guarantee the specific date requested, for various reasons, however, every effort will be made to find a date as near as possible.  Thank you for your understanding.

OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED IN THE PARISH
Now that parish activities are starting up again, there are a number of opportunities to become a bit more involved in parish life, particularly: stewarding/welcomers, driving deliveries to St Mary’s foodbank every other week, singing with the choir, flower arranging, church cleaning, altar serving, fund-raising.  Help is welcome from all ages!  Please contact the Parish Office by email or ring on Fridays, in order to find out more.

MISSIO NEWS – OUR MISSION BOXES
Even during the pandemic and various lockdowns, we were able to send £442.00 to Mission for 2021.  Thank you to everyone who contributed so generously.

THE UKRAINE CRISIS – HOW TO HELP

LIVERPOOL ARCHDIOCESE
The Archdiocese has set up text numbers for anyone wanting to make a financial donation. All donations will be sent to the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of the Holy Family of London.
The text numbers are:

• Text HELPUKRAINE to 70085 to donate £2 
• Text HELPUKRAINE to 70450 to donate £3 
• Text HELPUKRAINE to 70460 to donate £5 
• Text HELPUKRAINE to 70470 to donate £10

(Texts will cost the donation amount plus one standard network rate message.)
More information can be found on our website: http://www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/ukraine-s

Donations can be made by bank transfer to: Account name: Archdiocese of Liverpool
Sort code: 40-29-12       Account: 01551493  Reference: Help Ukraine
Or by cheque made payable to “Archdiocese of Liverpool” and with “Help Ukraine” written on the reverse.  Please post to Finance Department: St Margaret Clitherow Centre, Liverpool Archdiocesan Office, Croxteth Drive, Liverpool, L17 1AA

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LET’S KEEP TALKING – SUPPORT FOR ANYONE SUFFERING IN ANY WAY AS A RESULT OF THE PANDEMIC
Please pick up a leaflet on your way into/out of church, from Lancs & S Cumbria Mental Health Support.  Help is out there if you’re struggling to cope, or you know someone who is struggling.

MUSICAL TREATS FOR THE WEEK
“Mary of Walsingham” Hymn – YouTube
Sing along with this lovely hymn sung by pilgrims at Our Lady’s Shrine in Walsingham, in honour of her feast day on 24 September.  (The phrasing, breathing and expression is excellent – a real masterclass in congregational singing to enjoy!).

WITH EVERY BLESSING FOR PARISHIONERS & FAMILIES THIS NEXT WEEK

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MAGNIFICAT
The Magnificat publication can be a wonderful aid to prayer and of course, you also get the readings for Mass for every day of the week!  At a cost of less than £1 a week, you may be interested in subscribing now: tel. 020 7448 3618; email: uk@magnificat.com or visit the website: www.catholic-herald.myshopify.com

CLOTHING DONATIONS FOR AFGHAN REFUGEES
Donations to Care4Calais are being collected in Aughton L39 5DW: Please email mcevoyden@gmail.com to arrange drop-off time / venue. Care4Calais is specifically asking for the following items, which must be in good condition: baby / children’s clothes & shoes (trainers), jeans and leggings, t-shirts, hoodies, & other winter clothes / shoes. You may wish to donate directly to Care4Calais: Care4Calais | Refugee Crisis Charity | Fundraise Donate Volunteer

THE UNIVERSE CATHOLIC WEEKLY
The Universe Catholic Weekly has launched their new online newspaper with the full support of their first subscriber, none other than His Eminence Cardinal Vincent Nichols.
Order your Digital copy by going to www.universecatholicweekly.co.uk or ring 0743661 7650 and ask for Michelle.
Special offer: Only £20 for 3 months

EWTN – GLOBAL CATHOLIC TV & RADIO
Getting connected is easier than you might think.  EWTN is free, there’s no subscription.  You can stream live and on demand via the website: www.ewtn.co.uk/get-ewtn or get the app for your mobile (EWTN APP), or Amazon’s Echo Auto.
Every day: daily Mass at 1pm and Children’s Rosary every day, at 7.30pm

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMES ON EWTN
Children’s religious programmes, based on the teachings of Jesus, are available on EWTN every week day, from 3.30pm to 4.30pm – and on Saturday mornings, from 9am to 10am.

WEEKLY MASS FOR CHILDREN: FREE RESOURCE BOOKLET
Redemptorist Publications is pleased to introduce Celebrate: an initiative designed to help children grow in their faith. 
Each week they will provide a Children’s Liturgy in the form of a video of the week’s Gospel reading, a reflection and a final prayer.  
Fun, engaging and practical worksheets/resources will also be provided to help children continue to practise their faith during this time.  Please ring 01420 592974 or check the following link for the RP KidZone: https://www.rpbooks.co.uk/celebrate-following-your-faith?utm

HOW TO MAKE YOUR OFFERTORY DONATIONS
Instead of putting money in offertory envelopes each week, those who are able to make an offering are asked to either:

• Write a monthly cheque (payable to ‘Ss Peter & Paul Church’) and post to the presbytery with a covering letter and one offertory envelope for gift aid purposes.
• Contact the office (by phone or email) to request a Standing Order mandate for your bank –

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you would like to discuss this further.

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