Readers and Eucharistic Ministers

Mass This Sunday, 19 May

Next Sunday, 26 May

1st Reading Michael Burgess Pat Crowe 2nd Reading Emma Burgess Martin Brennan Eucharistic

Minister Helen Burgess Catherine Davies

Eucharistic Minister

Maggie Dullaghan Clare Bevan Driver Louis Chadwick C./J. Gallagher

Roman Catholic Diocese of Northampton Pope Close, Flitwick, MK45 1JP

Contact: 01525 715 109, 07711 953 926, www.sacredheartflitwick.co.uk Parish Priest, Father John Danford sacredheartlb@btinternet.com, 01525 372 321

Parish Deacon, Deacon Philip Pugh deaconphilip@sacredheartflitwick.co.uk, 07711 953 926 Pastoral Administrator, Suzanne Yates secretary@sacredheartflitwick.co.uk

newsletter 19 May 2019 Fifth Sunday of Easter

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Thank you for your contribution to the parish. For 12 May it was £307.30 and standing orders were £750.00. The second collection was £197.50 With thanks.

Mass Times at Sacred Heart Sunday 19 May 9.00 am Martin Stynes, Snr, Anniversary RIP

Tuesday 21 May 9.30 am Ray Mahony, Anniversary, RIP

Wednesday 22 May 9.30 am Service of the Word and Communion

Friday 24 May 10.00 am People of the Parish

CIRCLE OF PRAYER FOR MAY THE DIGNITY OF HUMAN WORK

Dear God, thank you for providing us with the gift to share our talents. Provide our community, our nation, our world the fortitude to provide work for all which is decent and fair. Make us faithful stewards of your creation to enhance the human dignity of our global family.

LOVE ONE ANOTHER – JOHN 13

Catholic Parish of The Sacred Heart – Our Mission Through the power of the Holy Spirit we will be a parish renewed in our knowledge and understanding of the love of Jesus Christ, to enable each of us to fulfil our Christian mission

Todays Gospel is taken from John 13:31-35

The commandment of Jesus to love one another is so familiar, people are in danger of not realising exactly what is been commanded. Jesus gave this command to his followers at the Last Supper, just after Judas had left to carry out his hideous betrayal. Jesus is completely aware of what Judas is going to do and can even speak of the deed as a means of glorification in the sense that the will of God is going to be accomplished.

He tells the disciples, using the term of endearment, ‘little ones’, that he will not be with them much longer. The action of Judas had sealed his fate. So before the end, there is a new commandment. ‘Love one another’.

This love must not be defined just emotionally. It is more than feeling. It is putting of the other person first in respect and with forgiveness. It is the seeking of their well-being, whatever they have done. It is the wish to offer reconciliation which leads to a person being made whole. It is the copying of Christ who went out of his way to offer such love to all. It is also the visible sign of those who truly follow him.

Taken from The Word of God, Year C by Robin Cooper

There will be afternoon tea on the above date for conversation and friendship. Hazel Kerr will talk about her Great Great Grannies Quilt. Tickets are on sale after Mass for £5.00.

The next baptism preparation classes will be held on Saturdays 25 May and 1 June, starting at 10.00 am for one hour in the St Francis Suite. The parish encourages all new parents asking for baptism of their child, to attend. We also welcome parents who may wish to renew their preparation for baptism as their families grow larger. Asking for baptism for your child is the start of your child's sacramental journey in the Church. The sessions look at your role in the development of your child's faith, what you ask of the Church and the promises you make on behalf of your child. We look forward to seeing you and your family. Godparents and grandparents are welcome to join us.

BAPTISM PREPARATION COURSE

This group will meet again on

22 May. Please contact Nicky Paterson on 01525 750 654.

The sewing group will meet on 10 June from 2.00 pm till 4.00 pm. For information contact Clare Bevan 01525 403 589.

Everyone is welcome to come for tea and coffee after Sunday Mass.

Mothers’ Prayers will next meet on Monday 20 May. We meet fortnightly to pray for our children and have had many answers to our prayers. Ring Sue Barley on 01525 634186 for details.

INFORMATION CONFESSION Confession will be at 8.40 am on Sundays and at 9.45 am on Fridays. PRAYER LINE Please ring for intercessory prayer on 01525 634 186. We have some wonderful answers to prayers. Be assured of full confidentiality.

CARDS, GIFTS, etc. Are available for sale in Sacred Heart church after Mass. All are priced. Please put money in the repository box at the back of the church. SAFEGUARDING For information contact Paula Bates at

CHURCH NEWSLETTER ONLINE http://www.sacredheartflitwick.co.uk IN HOSPITAL, SICK OR HOUSE-BOUND? Please let us know of anyone who needs a visit or requires Holy Communion at home.

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LITTLE ’UNS Meet every Friday 10.30 am to 11.45 am in term time, in the church hall. This is a group for babies and pre-schoolers. For further information please contact Deacon Philip at

MASS INTENTIONS For Mass Intentions, contact Suzanne Yates who will arrange for Fr. John or another local priest to say a Mass.

Newsletter copy deadline – Thursday midday. Newsletter contact: Suzanne Yates; 01525 840 661;

suz_yates@btinternet.com

Pope Francis suggests that for April we try to reduce, reuse and recycle

DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO WALSINGHAM 8 JUNE 2019

This year we will share a coach with Sacred Heart Leighton Buzzard. The cost is £15.00 for adults. If you wish to attend please give Suzanne the £15 in an envelope with your name on it.

There are only 2 seats left. The coach will leave from Sacred Heart Flitwick at 8.00 am prompt and arrive at Walsingham about 11.30 am, with a comfort stop on the way. You can bring a packed lunch or visit one of the local tea shops or restaurants. Any queries, contact Suzanne, 07919 263 147.

NOTICE OF PILGRIMAGE 2020 PLANNING MEETING

We are pleased to announce a parish pilgrimage to Ireland in May 2020. We shall be giving a presentation on Saturday 22 June 2019 at 2.00 pm, in the Canon Denis Room, Sacred Heart Church, Flitwick. Please speak to Ros Penn or Deacon Philip should you need any information.

You are Invited to the Parish Pastoral Council’s AGM

On 23 May 2019 at 7.30 pm in the Canon Denis Room

If you intend to attend the brunch on 2 June, please let Deacon Philip or Suzanne know as we need an idea of numbers.

BOOK CLUB NEXT MEETING

Thursday, 5 September at 7.30 pm in the home of Ros Penn. Tea/coffee and snacks will be served. (Please ask Suzanne Yates, Pastoral Administrator for the address)

New members are made very welcome and we will chat about the following two books, as we are not meeting until September, Five People You Meet in Heaven by Mitch Albom

and Hind’s Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard

FEAST OF ST CHRISTOPHER MAGALLANES AND HIS COMPANIONS – 21 MAY

Cristóbal Magallanes Jara was born in the state of Jalisco in Mexico in 1869. He was ordained priest at the age of 30 and became parish priest of his home town of Totatiche. He took a special interest in the evangelisation of the local indigenous Huichol people and founded a mission for them. When government persecution of the Catholic Church began and the seminaries were closed, he opened a small local auxiliary seminary. He wrote and preached against armed rebellion but was falsely accused of promoting the Cristero rebellion. He was arrested on 21 May 1927 while on the way to celebrate Mass at a farm. He was executed without a trial, but not before giving his remaining possessions to his executioners and giving them absolution. With him are celebrated 24 other Mexican martyrs of the early 20th century.

Taken from Universalis App

DATES FOR THE DIARY Mass for the Sick and Anointing is on Friday 21 June at 2.00 pm.

Presentation for Just one House is on Sunday 30 June after Mass.

Thank you to all who donate to Sunday teas, another charity has benefitted by £100.00 from your generosity. This time it is Mercy Ships – with your support, Mercy Ships has transformed thousands of lives through free surgery. Local medical staff is trained in order to effect sustainable change long after the Mercy Ships have left their shores. £100.00 has also been sent to Stroke Association - another great charity. Many thanks to all who contribute with their money and time.

CAFOD REPORT The UK Government has matched our generous donations in Lent 2018. So far, CAFOD has taught 1,403 people how to adapt their farming methods to a changing climate; identified 17 sites for new community vegetable gardens; planted 233 fruit trees in schools; trained 27 nurses and community health workers to spot malnutrition. Thank you so much. More will happen over the next two years and we will keep you informed.