THE FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
View From A Pew
Two complicated yet related themes today, the first to do with proclamation and second the demands that this makes. Paul certainly saw his ministry not just as a paid ‘job’ but rather simply something he has to do, his purpose to be at God’s disposal. His reward the joy of sharing. This sense of compulsion to go out and preach is also seen today in Jesus’ ministry, to go out – despite those urging Him to stay in one place – and spread His message. That is HIS purpose, as it could be argued is the purpose of all Christians, to share our faith with others and not to put God in a box.
Lent, Holy Week, and Easter
As you will doubtless appreciate this coming Lent will again be different to normal. We hope that a Lent Group will still be possible in some form (almost certainly online but perhaps using a means other than zoom for those reluctant to use that platform). We will consider the best way to approach other devotions, such as the Stations of the Cross and let you know shortly.
Curious Children
We are thinking of beginning a weekly zoom call for some of our children to explore the faith and exercise their curiosity, initially we would suggest an age range of 8-11 and would ask that a parent be present but off camera. It is hoped that this may work a bit like Sunday School but will be focused on the children’s questions and areas of interest as well. If parents who think this might be valuable can get in touch with Fr Andrew to suggest suitable times and dates he would be most grateful.
THIS WEEK’S DIARY
FIFTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME
Lectionary Cycle – Sundays Year B – Weekdays Year I
Please note that Fr Glen is on leave this week
Monday 8th February Feria (G)
for the members of Deanery Synod
9.00am – Morning Prayer (SS)
10.00am – Mass (SS)
6.00pm – Evening Prayer (SS)
Tuesday 9th February Feria (G)
for a desire to put God above all things
9.00am – Morning Prayer (HT)
10.00am – Mass (HT)
6.00pm – Evening Prayer (HT)
Wednesday 10th February S. Scholastica, V (W)
for the sick and those in need
9.00am – Morning Prayer (SW)
6.00pm – Evening Prayer (SW)
7.00pm – Mass (SW)
Thursday 11th February Our Lady of Lourdes (W)
for the Shrine at Lourdes
9.00am – Morning Prayer (SS)
10.00am – Mass (SS)
6.00pm – Evening Prayer (SW)
Friday 12th February Feria (G)
for the NHS
9.00am – Morning Prayer (SW)
12noon – Mass (HT)
6.00pm – Evening Prayer (HT)
Saturday 13th February Our Lady on Saturday (W)
for the hungry and those who need foodbanks
10.00am – NO Holy Communion (SW)
Sunday 14th February SIXTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (G)
Our Team, mission and outreach
9.30am – SAID PARISH MASS (SW)
10.30am – SAID PARISH MASS (HT)
11.30am – SAID PARISH MASS (SS)
