St Anthony of Padua Anerley

Eleventh Sunday

Mass Readings: 95 – 97

Order of Mass: Pages 7 – 47

  God is the first to know that it is not easy for human beings to take up the cross and follow Jesus Christ. That is why God sent his Son and commissioned him to preach and teach and above all give us the example of his life and death. In his life, Jesus prayed and worshipped giving us the lead. We must always strive to follow the example of Jesus and deepen our commitment to the Father. We should centre on our own personal life of prayer, on the Mass and the Eucharist. Here, at Mass we meet Jesus in a very special way through his word in the readings and the homily and in Holy Communion. That is—if we come.

Prayer and the Eucharist are the foundation of our power to fulfil our commission of going out to teach the salvation gained for each and everyone by Jesus. To stay away from these wonderful gifts is to weaken ourselves, weaken the Church and weaken our witness in our homes and neighbourhood.

People often talk about the fact that more and more young people are leaving the Church. This is a great cause of sorrow in our lives. We must all realise that we have a part to play in bringing them to the Church. No, it is not easy to encourage children and our young people to give time and interest to God and the Church. But more is achieved by love and example than any other way. Take a short time to think about yourself, God and the Gospel. Try always to share in the Mass, especially always receiving Holy Communion.

Sunday Teas:

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

Next Sunday’s teas will be served by the SVP.
Thank you to all those who help out with the Sunday Teas.

Last Sunday’s Collections: The 1st collection was £559.18p + £464.10p in Gift Aid Envelopes giving us a parish total of £1023.28p. The 2nd collection for  the Catholic Trust for England & Wales was 86.03p. Thank you for your generosity. Today’s 2nd collection is for “Day-for-Life” to assist life related activities supported by the Church.

Baptism Preparation Classes: The second of three preparation classes will be on 21st June at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre. The third class date is to be confirmed. It is important to attend all three classes.

First Holy Communion 2019: There will be a meeting in the Parish Centre (4 Genoa Road) at 7.30pm on the 28th June for parents of children ready to make their First Holy Communion (children in Year 3 or aged 8 years old).

First Tuesday of the Month: There will be adoration, prayer and Gospel discussion on the first Tuesday of the month in the Parish Centre at 7.30pm.  The next meeting will be on Tuesday 3rd July.  All are welcome.

Parish Picnic: The annual parish picnic will be on Sunday 1st July from 12.30 to 3pm – please come along to share some food and drink with fellow parishioners.  This is a great way to get to know each other.  If you would like to help out please email the presbytery or speak to a member of the parish pastoral council.

Church Repairs: Until further notice, on Sundays where there is no diocesan collection, all our retiring collections will go towards our church restoration fund. In addition, one of the wall boxes (near to the water font at the side door) has been re-allocated to this fund.  Any donations will be much appreciated. If you are a registered gift-aider, please put donations in an envelope with your name or unique gift aid number on it, and we will be able to reclaim the tax that you have already paid to HMRC on them.

Coloma Girls School – Summer Music Festival – Saturday 7th July – in honour of Mrs Meyer: The Coloma Parents’ Association are holding a Summer Music Festival on 7th July in honour of Mrs Meyer at Coloma Convent Girls School, Upper Shirley Road, CR9 5AS from 12:00 – 16:00, entrance is £2.00 per adult and 50p per child. The day will include performances from past and present Coloma pupils as well as external acts (i.e. Pop Choir). There will be a BBQ, Beer/Pimms Tents, Human Demolition and large slide inflatables, as well as tea/scones, tuck shop, grand raffle etc. We hope you can support this event, everyone is welcome. If you would like more details please send an email to coloma.pa@hotmail.co.uk.

The Southwark Brethren: The Southwark Brethren is a long standing charity which helps sick and retired priests who are in need. We thank you for your continuous generosity in the past and ask for your help again this year. Please send donations to: Reverend Paul Hough, St Elpheges Presbytery, 120 Stafford Rd Wallington Surrey SM6 9AY. Last year we were able to give £1650 to each of the 46 priests in the diocese of Southwark, Arundel and Brighton, and also help 3 working priests who had serious sickness to help their situation. In addition we have a Gift Aid scheme for those who pay tax and we thank the lay people who have joined by applying for a Gift Aid form.

Summer Camp: The St John Bosco Childrens Summer Camp at Aldham Essex. This is a  activities camp with a Catholic ethos that runs as follows :- Week One Saturday 21st July to 28th July 2018 for Boys; Week Two Saturday 28th July  to 4th August 2018 for Boys; Week Three Saturday 4th August to 11th August 2018 for Girls. It is for children aged 8 to 13 and costs £145 per week. Should you require an application form or more information then please look on the website svpboscocamp.org.uk  For any enquiries then please email the boys camp boysbookings@boscocamp.co.uk or the girls camp at girlsbookings@boscocamp.co.uk. More information can be found on the poster at the back of the church.

Head teacher Vacancy: Coloma Convent Girls School are seeking a Headteacher. Please visit www.coloma.croydon.sch.uk for further information or email the clerk of governors on strembath@coloma.croydon.sch.uk to arrange a visit. Closing date for applications is the 15th July with interviews on the 19th and 20th September 2018.

Please pray for the sick of the Parish: John Barry, Mercie Ihekweme-Hill, Kieran Quinn and Michael Creech.

Please remember to turn off your mobile phone when you enter the church.

MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS (17th June—24th June 2018) (Year: B)