Church of the Most Sacred Heart

Mass Times :

Saturday
Vigil Mass: 18.00

Sunday
8.30, 10.00, 11.30, 18.00

Monday –Saturday
10.00

19:00 (Tues&Thurs)

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament: 10.30 – 12.00

Sacrament of Reconciliation:
10.30 – 11.30
17.15 – 17.30

Collections

Envelopes  £   852.70
Loose      £ 1697.50
Total       £ 2550.20

World Communications Retiring Collection                     
£ 608.00

Many Thanks

Harrow ASDC

On Monday 12th May at 8.00 pm the Harrow Association of Separated and Divorced Catholics will hold its monthly Get Together at St. Bernard’s Church Hall 17 Mandelville Road, Northolt (near Station), very informal.  New members especially welcome.  Do join us, bring a friend if you wish  www.asdcharrow.org.uk).

Human Fertilisation & Embryology Bill

It is likely that this Bill will reach the House of Commons on the 12th May and the Downing Street petition http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/embryovote calling for free votes has passed the 10,000 mark.  There is still a three line whip for the 3rd reading so do sign before the 13th May.  There is a national lobby of Parliament on May 14th : details in the porch.  If you have not yet sent a postcard to Nick Hurd new cards are in the foyer to protest about the provisions of the Bill.  Adult stem cell research is working - embryo stem cell is unnecessary and unethical.  In the Bill "Saviour Siblings" would have their human rights undermined; 50% human and 50% animal embryos would be allowed and children would be denied the right to know their father.

Fertilisation & Embryology Bill

On 12th May 2008, the day after Pentecost and exactly 2 years since the miraculous defeat at 2nd Reading of the Joffe Bill to legalise euthanasia in this country, Christians of all denominations will come together with faith and humility to pray for the defeat of the Human Fertilisation & Embryology Bill.  The Vigil will begin at 2.00 pm on 12th May in Old Palace Yard, opposite St Stephen’s Entrance to the House of Lords, Westminster SW1P 3JY. 
We believe in the God of miracles – please pray that the Lord will intervene, delivering us from this Bill and that righteous laws will be upheld in our land.

Parish Priest: Fr. Michael Johnston

Assistant Priest: Fr. Agustin Conesa

E-mail: Fr.Michael@mostsacredheartruislip.co.uk

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Parish Secretary

Welcome to Nicola Burke who begins working as Parish Administrator this Monday.  The Parish Office will now be open from 9.00 am – 1.00 pm, Monday to Friday.

Welcome

Next Saturday we welcome Bishop Alan Hopes for 11.30 am Mass where he will celebrate the Sacrament of Confirmation for 54 of our young people.  Please, pray for them.
Next Saturday there will not be a Mass at 10 am or Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.

Confirmation

There will be a rehearsal for Confirmation at 7.30 pm on Tuesday 13th May in the Hesdin Hall.  All candidates, parents and (if possible) sponsors should attend.

YCAP

The Parish Youth Group will meet on Sunday 11th May to discuss Youth Mass and fund raising events.  If you are between the ages of 13 & 18 please come along and join them in the Coffee Lounge between 7.00 pm and 8.30 pm.

Baptism Course

The next baptism course takes place on Friday 16th May from 8.00 pm to 9.00 pm in the Coffee Lounge.  Please, let Fr. Agustin know you are coming.

Altar Servers

There are still several servers needed for the Confirmation Mass which is being celebrated next Saturday, 17th May at 11.30 am.  Will any servers who can assist at this Mass, please, volunteer on the list in the Sacristy this weekend and attend the rehearsal on Wednesday at 7.30 pm.

‘The Story of St. Paul’ by Fr. Jerome Murphy-O’Connor OP

A renowned scholar on the Letters of St. Paul and an accomplished and engaging speaker, Fr. Jerome Murphy-O’Connor OP will give a talk ‘The Story of St. Paul’ on Thursday 19th June at 7.30 pm at Westminster Cathedral Hall, Victoria Street, London SW1P 1QJ.  Cardinal Murphy-O’Connor will give an Introduction.  There will be time for questions.  Everyone is welcome.  For more information or preliminary registration, please contact Ausra Karaliute ausrakaraliute@rcdow.org.uk or 020 7931 6078.

Jubilee Trust

Quiz Night – Friday 13th June
Tickets are now available for this fun & friendly night out.  Phone Laura or
Martyn to book tickets.  The quiz will be a table effort with 8 people making up each table.  Don't worry if you don't have a party of 8 as we will make tables up on the night.

Tea Dance
Will now take place on 6th July 2008.  Please note the change of date and book it in your diary.  Details to follow after the Quiz night.

First Friday Lunches
The Jubilee Trust would like to thank Margaret Banks and her team of helpers for providing the First Friday Lunches over the past eight years.  Margaret took on this role shortly after retiring from work and now feels it is time to hang up her apron.  She would very much like to hand this task over to someone else so that this unique facility that not only provides a value for money lunch, it also provides an opportunity for people to share a meal and raises money for the Jubilee Trust.  So thank you Margaret for all that you and your team have done we very much appreciate it.  While you have been in charge of the kitchen the First Friday lunches have raised in the region of £6000 which has been shared among the various charities the Jubilee Trust supports including the Marian Homes in St Lucia as well as many British based charities.