Welcome to the Parish website of Holy Innocents' Roman Catholic Church,
Orpington, Kent, England
Seventeenth Sunday of the year
(Cycle C)
Gospel commentary
This
week.....Thank God, God knows us and loves us in spite of
(Comment on next week's Gospel is added for reflection
& meditation before hearing the Word at Mass.)
Next week: ..........Watch be on your guard, of avarice of any kind.
It does not secure a life, this.. a fact that you will find....
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...........Her life was one of dramatic contrasts. .....
.....Find out more in
This week's Saint
.......For Mass Intentions & weekly news and more, see this week's Bulletin ...
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Cycle of Prayer Intentions Ordinary Time (Summer)
For a deeper understanding between Christians and Jews
For those who suffer persecution, oppression and denial of human rights –especially on 22nd June, the feast of SS John Fisher & Thomas More
For human Life: especially on the first Sunday in July
For Seafarers: especially on the second Sunday in July, Sea Sunday
For Europe: especially on the feasts of St Benedict, St Bridget and St Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, patrons of Europe.
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WHAT IS YOUR VOCATION?
Is it I Lord? Are You calling me?
Could it be you?
Are you being called to be a Priest or to take up Religious life?
Seek more information from the Southwark Diocese..
Link to... Vocations
The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve (Matthew 20:28)
Southwark have developed “Discovering Priesthood Days” as a chance for those under 18 to learn more about the life and work of a priest and to meet others who have faced the question of a vocation to the priesthood. The days are held in different parts of the diocese and Southwark is always very grateful to the hosts.
Southwark invites young men between 14 & 18 years of age to join them at a
‘Discovering Priesthood Day’.
These days offer young people a chance to meet priests and bishops from around the diocese and to learn more about the life and ministry of a diocesan priest.
To book a place or for more information email the Vocations Office:
Vocations enquiry
For Whom Do You Call?
Jesus Lord through Peter, established was Your Church.
For truly You are the Saviour, for whom the world did search.
But Lord we are in need, for who can minister to all?
For Priests and Religious in Orders, slowly their numbers fall.
Lord please send vocations, calling many to Your side.
For this Your Faithful is praying, that this will be heard world-wide.
May those Lord You are choosing, accept from You comes this plea..
“Wake up... ‘tis I the Lord,.. so rise up... and follow Me!
Amen
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Pelegrinatio Pro Christo “Wanderers for Christ”
We thank the eleven missionaries from Ireland who visited homes in our parish. This was a “Time of Grace” for Holy Innocents’. Thank you for supporting them with your prayers.and to those who volunteered to drive the missionaries, provide meals or gave them accommodation.
(See photos on Latest news page....)
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MORE INFORMATION ON THE LEGION OF MARY
The Legion of Mary was founded in Dublin, Ireland on 7 September 1921.
It is a lay Catholic organisation whose members are giving service to the Church on a voluntary basis in almost every country.
The object of the Legion of Mary is the glory of God through the holiness of its members developed by prayer and active co-operation in Mary’s and the Church’s work.
The unit of the Legion of Mary is called a praesidium, which holds a weekly meeting, where prayer is intermingled with reports and discussion. Persons who wish to join the Legion must apply for membership in a Praesidium.
The Legion sees as its priority the spiritual and social welfare of each individual. The members participate in the life of the parish through visitation of families, the sick, both in their homes and in hospitals and through collaboration in every apostolic and missionary undertaking sponsored by the parish.
Every legionary is required to carry out a weekly apostolic work in the spirit of faith and in union with Mary.
Membership is open to Priests, religious and lay people who wish to associate themselves with the Legion by undertaking a service of prayer in its name.
PLEASE VISIT THE LINK AND CONSIDER JOINING
See link The Legion of Mary
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CHILDREN'S ACTIVITY BOOK
This September we will all make history as Pope Benedict XVI visits England and Scotland.
It is the first time that any Pope has been to the United Kingdom as a guest of the Government.
We will all remember this visit for years to come. Although we won’t all be lucky enough to meet or see the Pope face to face during his short stay, we can all take part in the excitement of this historic event in different ways. This booklet is one way to start getting ready for the Pope’s visit. This activity book will help you prepare for this momentous occasion, and will keep you busy during your long summer holiday and in the build up to the Pope arriving here on September 16! This booklet is to help children in parishes and schools find out more about who the Pope is and what he is going to do during his stay.
Papal Visit Childrens' Activity book
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Brainstorming for fund-raising!
All parishioners are asked for ideas on fund-raising for the new complex. No idea too small ..the odd 50p or £1 here or there soon adds up! Everyone is encouraged to buy tickets for fund-raising events, such as the 60s disco evening...
Where 60s 70s music that is, to be played.....not just for the grey brigade as I first thought!!
Enjoy life and let the Church benefit at the same time. The new complex will be available for 'do's for parishioners to enjoy the facilities, so we need to build it and pay for it.
One idea was to get the children to have a competition to design Christmas cards that could be sold for the parish to get a percentage. Have you a brilliant idea?
Please let the parish office know if you have. Thanks.
Information will be kept on the web-site.
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The Holy Land
What a ring that has....The HOLY LAND...the place where our Lord Jesus Christ trod the ground, breathed the air, preached the Father's Word, cured the sick and lame, suffered and died for us and was resurrected. Alleluia!
Anne Pycroft has written a wonderful report. Thank you Anne.
Holy Innocents' Pilgrimage to the Holy Land 2010
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NEW: Parish Group Page for the 18-30s
An opportunity for young people in the parish to meet and socialise.
Visiting speakers to be invited and discussions encouraged.
The group also has a facebook account.
See link.... 18-30s
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Farewell
to Charlon Muscat from the Archdioces of Malta,
who leaves Holy Innocents' on Wednsday 28th July.
Charlon has written most movingly of his experiences in Holy Innocents'
See link to PDF document... The Lord's Providence
See Latest news page Latest news
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1. Pelegrinatio group photos.
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Innovative Reach Project
2. Thank you to all those who took part in the
Creative Workshop with the theme
of the Papal Visit to the United Kingdom
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"Heart speaks unto Heart"***
on Saturday July 10th
Prayers and a spiritual reading were followed by parishioners drawing/painting or composing poems.
This part of the afternoon was but a mere 2hrs long, but the results are truly creative works.
These can be seen on display in the Church.
Thank you to Charlon and the Reach team for the oppportunity to take part.
*Aim of Reach.....Its aim is to encourage an environment which helps everyone to listen and respond to God’s calling by:...find out more...
see:-Parish Group Page: Reach
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3.
Consolation group annual dinner for the recently bereaved
Sunday 11th July..See photos
"I will not leave you desolate."
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4. Concerning Holy Days of the Lord, any Missals or Mass books, such as those in Holy Innocents', printed before 2006, are not-up-to-date with current Church practice in England & Wales.
5. Pregnant and worried? The Good Counsel Network is launching a new website at
www.goodcounselnetwork.com and a new Blog at
http://Mariastopsabortion.blogspot.com
6. Tools With a Mission: Turn Old into New, (not rusty or with woodworm.)
Give Tools and People can work for a living!
7. Re-invigorate the Fire Within:- introduced by Kenneth Chan
A spiritual exercise designed by you where you can take account of the time available to you and where you are in your spiritual life. There is therefore great flexibility and ownership.
8. Pondering the Word: ....Lectio Divina, in contrast to Bible study, requires us to sit quietly with a calm and open mind and to listen to a passage from the scriptures
See... Latest News
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Youth Development Team
Linda du Preez and Judith Motto (Youth Club) Tessa Standen & Nina Noss (Revelation) and Father Victor have put a great deal of time, thought and prayer into how we can ensure that young people feel that they belong in our parish.
See Parish Groups: Revelation or Youth Club
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Street Pastors
There will be a meeting on
Thursday 9th September 2010 @7.30pm
concerning the Safer Bromley Partnership
Street Pastors play a significant role in keeping the borough of Bromley safe.
I will be attending this meeting and am inviting any parishioners who might be interested in supporting Street Pastors, either as volunteer pastors or as prayer partners, to attend also.
The official invitation will be sent later, at which time I will send details of the venue etc. It is then that I will need confirmation of those who wish to attend. Cecilia.
The role is not about preaching heaven and hell, but one of listening, caring and helping
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working in an unconditional way.
Interested in becoming a Street Pastor?
Catholics are to be found as Street Pastors in many areas, including Bromley, though as yet there are none in Orpington.
Parishioners from Holy Innocents' are very welcome to join their ranks.
See more on Parish Group Page: Churches Together Page
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ORPINGTON FOOD BANK
Can you help by donating items?
See link for more information
Orpington Food Bank
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Fr Victor Vella's address to the congregation on the occasion of his Induction as Parish Priest, is now available to view.
...Please click on the link below...
Father Victor's address to the congregation on the occasion of his induction as Parish Priest
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BEYOND ORPINGTON BOUNDARIES
See these....
.....INTERESTING ARTICLES, ADVERTS
& LINKS TO OTHER CATHOLIC WEB-SITES
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Southwark Youth to Broadcast during Papal Visit
A new internet radio station fronted by Catholic young people has been launched. It is to cover the events of the papal visit and hopes to go on permanent transmission at the end of this year.
The project is the brainchild of Gerry Coates, the Catholic songwriter, who will be travelling to Rome this summer with pupils from St Anselm's School, Canterbury, and hopes to arrange an interview with the Holy Father during the visit.
Archbishop Kevin encouraged the idea and a project committee was formed, which includes Bishop Paul, Maureen Todd (Southwark Schools Commission), John Toryusen (Director of the Southwark Catholic Youth Service), Louise Perry (School Chaplain).
Steve Hall (School Media Director) and Gerry Coates, the project manager.
The majority of the schools involved are in the Southwark diocese.
Visit Heart gives Unto Heart
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Want to Learn to Samba & Help Spread The Gospel?
Brazilian Night on 4th September 2010..
Flyer for Brazilian Night
Poster for Brazilian Night
Link to Facebook advert
Email link for.. Information re Samba Night
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***SEE IMPORTANT LINKS AT THE END OF THE HOME PAGE***
For the Vatican, Catholic Bishops' Conference
& daily posts about free Catholic and Christian MP3s
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The Catholic Truth Society(CTS) is an independent publisher and charity.
Catholic Faith, Life and Truth For All
CTS publishes a wide variety of books, leaflets and other resources.
It helps people to understand and practise the Catholic faith.
See link Catholic Truth Society
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The Bishops of England and Wales,
have issued a joint statement on child abuse.
See Link...Via Southwark Diocese
This scandal has caused great concern amongst Catholics.
Please read Fr. Timothy Radcliffe's excellent article on Should I stay or should I go ?
There is an excellent article in the Catholic Herald by Conrad Black
See link....Benedict XVI versus the papophobes
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Examination of Conscience (Making a Good Confession)
EXAMINATION OF CONSCIENCE—A DAILY DUTY
By Rev. John Corapi, SOLT, STD
Making a Good Confession
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The Holy Father's Mission Intentions.
Please join Pope Benedict XV1 and the whole Church throughout the world,
in praying for these monthly mission intentions, particularly for ten minutes
on Fridays between 12.30pm and 12.40pm.
July
That Christians may offer everywhere especially in great urban centres, an effective promotionof education, justice, solidarity and peace.
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Cardinal Newman
Pope Benedict XVI will beatify Cardinal Newman on 19th September 2010
during his visit to the United Kingdom
See link to find out more about the cause http://www.newmancause.co.uk/
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Catholic Newspapers
The following links will lead to the Catholic newspapers.
Please visit the web-sites regularly
Catholic Herald and the Total Catholic takes its information from the Universe
See link for an article of particular interest on....
Anti-Catholicism lies at the heart of Englishness
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The Shroud of Turin
Many do believe the shroud is the burial cloth of Christ
see link for more...
The Shroud is still wrapped in mystery
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'Faith Today'
Faith Today is a new magazine supporting the Bishops' Conference in England and Wales.
Published monthly; it will be distributed through the parishes.
Faith Today is warmly commended by Archbishop Vincent Nichols.
For more details visit the publisher's web site Re: Faith Today
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Jesus said:
"May they all be one.
Father may they be one in us, as You are in me and I am in You,
so that the world may believe it was You who sent me."
John 17: V 21
The Holy Father Pope Benedict XV1
reminded the Cardinals on 23rd November 2007,....
for the Catholic Church,
‘Ecumenism is not an option but a sacred duty.
It is the mandate of Our Lord!’
See link......The Pope on Christian Unity
and
The Late Pope John Paul on Commitment to Ecumenism
The Catholic Church is convinced that she must do all in her power to prepare the way of the Lord and to make straight his paths (Mt 3:3); and she understands that this must be done in company with other Christians
– in fraternal dialogue, in cooperation and in prayer.
Address to Holy Synod, Athens, May 4, 2001
The Holy Father's visit to Britain
The theme for Pope Benedict XVI's 2010 visit to the UK is
Cor ad cor loquitur -
*** Heart speaks unto Heart.***
Cardinal John Henry Newman chose the words as the motto to go on his coat of arms.
Heart speaks unto heart is a fitting choice for this papal visit as, on the final day of his Apostolic Journey, the Holy Father will beatify Cardinal Newman - the much-loved Victorian theologian."The Visit of Pope Benedict" booklet gives as much background information as possible about the Pope’s four-day visit from 16th to 19th September and its significance to the Catholic Community
See link to letter on... Official Papal Visit booklet and Logo
See link to .... Heart to Heart Booklet (PDF 32 pages)
See link...
..... official Site for Papal Visit to Britain
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Prayers from the Heart.... by Holy
Innocents' Parishioners
"Teach us to pray" was the plea of the disciples
to Jesus.
May this book help the disciples of the Lord today to find an answer
when they make the same plea.
£5 each, copies of this book are available from the Parish
office 01689 817537
Fr Victor has asked coordinators of Parish Groups to review their Group's
details on this site, and email any changes to the Parish office (parish@holyinnocents.org.uk),
or the editor Cecilia Skudder
They can access their Group's details via the 'Parish Groups' link in
the navigation bar to the left, and then clicking on their Group's link
on the navigation bar of that page.
Archbishop of Southwark: The Most Reverend Peter Smith was installed at St George's Cathedral, Southwark
on Thursday, 10th June 2010
See lin
k for
more information.... 'Open my ears that I may hear.
Open my eyes that I may see.
Open my heart to receive your transforming and purifying Spirit.'Archbishop Peter Smith Inauguration
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