St Anthony of Padua Anerley

Pentecost Sunday

Mass Readings: Pages 294 – 298

Order of Mass: Pages 6 – 60

First Reading:  the famous account of Pentecost in Acts, which strikes terror into the hearts of Mass readers with all the names!  Pentecost was one of the most momentous events in the history not just of the Church but of the whole world.

After the Pentecost Psalm the Second Reading is either from the first letter to the Corinthians (in the one Spirit were we all Baptized) or the letter to the Romans (everyone moved by the Spirit is a son of God).

The Sequence is obligatory at Mass during the Day, and it should be sung if at all possible.

The Gospel is either from John 20 (as the Father sent me, so am I sending you: receive the Holy Spirit) or from John 15 & 16 (the Spirit of truth will lead you to the complete truth).

Fr David Gibbons,

Centre for Catholic Formation

Sunday Teas:

This Sunday’s teas will be served by the French Speaking Prayer Group. Next Sunday’s teas will be served by the volunteers.

Thank you to all those who help out with the Sunday Teas.

Last Week’s Collections: The 1st collection was £961.87p (including GiftAided £394.20p). The 2nd collection for World Communications Day was £72.53p.  Thank you for your generosity. The 2nd collection today is for Parish Funds.

Note for Gift Aiders: New boxed sets of numbered envelopes for use from June 2016 have arrived. Please collect your box from the table beside the 7th Station at the back of the church. (If you cannot find your box, please give your name to one of the priests and we will sort it out).

Baptism Preparation Classes: The next class will be on Monday 16th May at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre.  This is the last (of the three classes).  It is important to attend ALL three baptism preparation classes.

Mass Intentions: Please note that mass intentions are available from JULY, there are no dates available before then.

The Sisters of St Elisabeth, Belarus: On the 18th May (9.30am Wednesday Mass) the Sisters of St Elisabeth will be visiting the Parish and will have a small display of their crafts.  The Parish has supported the Sisters in the past and as a result of all the help they have received, they have been able to advance their ministry and help many more people in need.  They have been able to help more than 150 people at their rehab centres, complete construction of the Christian school and progress construction of the Church of St John of Shanghais.  They are also nearing completion of the monastery guest house and welcome anyone who would like to visit their convent and see all the progress that has been made.

Mass for Bereaved Parents: St Joseph’s Catholic Parish, Bromley invite you to their Annual Mass for Bereaved Parents on Thursday 19th May at 7.30pm.  Tea and coffee will be served after Mass in the Upper Room.

House of Prayer, East Molesey: Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd May – An Open Path: A Way which is not a way – Retreat with Meister Eckhart, Led by Brifi Waterfield.  Exploring through study and contemplative prayer the spacious vision of this great mystic.  You do not have to be a scholar to appreciate the Meister.  He opens our knowledge through unknowing and plunges us into the sheer beauty and joy of life.  Arrive on Friday in time for supper at 7pm and leave on Sunday at 4pm. Cost is £140 and advance booking is essential.  Please contact us on: 020  8941 2313 or e-mail: houseofprayer@hotmail.co.uk to reserve a place.

Can you help prisoners and their families? You are invited to come and see the opportunities for you to volunteer to help those in prison, prisoner’s families, and ex-offenders.  The Catholic prison charity Pact (Prison Advice and Care Trust) works in several prisons across London and relies heavily to help those in need.  Saturday 11th June, drop in anytime between 9.30am to 1pm at St George’s Cathedral, Amigo Hall.  For more information contact Tom: Thomas.Brindle@prisonadvice.org.uk or call 020 30316869.

Penge Festival 2016: This year’s Penge Festival will be from 4th to the 26th June.  The theme is ‘Celebrating Heritage’.  There will be a variety of celebrations taking place over these three weeks in June:  Walks and trails, Tour de Penge, Kiddies Fun Day, Theatre Events, Organ Recitals, Penge Art Trail, Art in Crystal Palace Park, Walter de la Mare and Ira Aldridge celebrations, Over 60s Party, Cream Tea Bingo, Penge Poetry Competition, ‘Beating the Bounds’, Grand Festival Fete and many more events.  The organisers hope there will be something for everyone.  All are welcome.

Pushchairs and Prams: Please be mindful of where you park your pushchair or pram.  Please do not block any of the doors (fire exits). Thank you.

Please pray for the sick of the Parish:  Margaret Glennon, Bridget McLaughlin, Ellen Garvey, John Barry , Margaret Southwell and Mercie Ihekweme-Hill.

Notices for the newsletter need to be emailed/posted to the presbytery by 6pm on Thursdays.

 MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS (15—22 May 2016) (Year: C)