St Anthony of Padua Anerley

Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord

Mass Readings: Page 251 – 255

Order of Mass: Pages 7– 47

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At the Vigil Mass: (pages 216 – 250)

There are up to seven Old Testament readings, plus an Epistle and a Gospel. The reading from Exodus must always be read, and it is very meaningful to those being Baptized this night: their experience is like that of those saved through the waters of the Red Sea.

Epistle: just as Jesus died and then rose again, so in Baptism we die to sin and are given new life in Christ Jesus. No wonder that the Psalm is a song of thanksgiving.

Gospel: the crucifixion had seemed to be the end of the story of Jesus. But to the women’s amazement “He has risen”.

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At the Mass of the Day:

In the First Reading we hear the very first preaching about Jesus and especially about His resurrection. Again, this is followed by a Psalm of thanksgiving and rejoicing.

In the two alternative Second Readings St Paul makes different points about the implications, for us, of the Lord’s resurrection.

The Easter Sequence, or Victimae paschali laudes is then recited, and as it is an ancient chant it is better if it is sung.

Gospel: Mary of Magdala and the two disciples find Christ’s tomb empty; when they see the linen shrouds rolled up, they realise that His body has not been stolen, but rather rose miraculously.

By Fr David Gibbons, Centre for Catholic Formation

Sunday Teas:

No Teas will be served this Easter week-end

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

Last Sunday’s collections: The 1st collection was £ 1038.57p (including Gift Aided £ 303.50p). The 2nd collection for Easter Flowers was £ 127.10p. Thank you for your generosity.

Easter Offerings: Collections at all masses this week-end will be your personal gift to Fr Sunith, showing your appreciation of his ministry. Please use the special envelopes provided. Gift-Aiders: Please use the green envelope (05 Apr 2015) from your boxed set.

Recently Deceased: Please pray for the soul and family of Sylvia Devereaux. The funeral will be on Friday 10th April at 1pm followed by the cremation at Beckenham Crematorium. May her soul rest in peace.

Wednesday Evenings in Lent and the Easter Season: Father Stuart will be showing the next episodes from Father Robert Barron’s highly acclaimed series entitled Catholicism on Wednesday evenings in the Parish Centre at 7.30pm. All are welcome.

Parish Quiz Night: The Knights of St Columba are holding a quiz night in the Royston Club at 8pm on Friday 17th April. The cost is £2 each or £10 for a team of 6. All are welcome.

Knights of St Columba: When did we see you thirsty? (Matthew 25:31-46)  During Lent let us think of the people thirsting for God’s word. What can we do to help them? The Knights of St Columba were formed on the principles of Charity, Unity and Fraternity, with the most important being Charity. This is at the heart of all our actions. The Lord regarded acts of mercy and charity as being most important. Therefore we invite more Catholic men to become more involved in the Lay Apostolate and Evangelising. If you are interested. Please contact:  Knights of St Columba, 75 Hillington Road South, Glasgow G52 2AE Tel: 0141 883 5700 http://www.ksc.org.uk

Bethlehem Nativity Arts: We would love to thank you by allowing our group to come to your church and sell religious articles, the result of which was very beneficial and rewarding for our needy Christian families. Which raised £1878.71p

The Call to Continuing Conversion: Please pray for Jodie Marie Parker, Yemi Ojikutu, Osas Aiyevbekpen, Chidima Chukuka and John Omoregie who are being/were baptised at the Easter Vigil this weekend. Please also remember Steve Hillier and Anca Michela FAzacas who are to/have been received into the church at the Easter Vigil this weekend. Please remember them in your prayers.

21^ST JUNE 2014 at St George’s Cathedral (Saturday afternoon) If you are celebrating your 1^st, 10^th, 25^th, 40^th, 50^th, or 60^th+ wedding anniversary this year and would like to attend this very special Mass at St George’s Cathedral, where you can renew your vows, please write your names and address very clearly on the forms (in the Narthex), so that you can receive an invitation from the Archbishop. LAST DAY TO APPLY IS APRIL 30!!!

Challenging Presentations from a Catholic Perspective: You are invited to attend a Conference with Challenging Talks and Presentations from a Catholic Perspective on The Family; God’s Masterpiece by five Catholic Speakers on 2nd May at St George’s Cathedral, Amigo Hall from 9.30am until 6pm with opportunities to network with other attendees at the event. Please register online or go to www.flionline.org or email conference@flionline.org or call 020 8857 9950.

Youth Festival: The Youth Festival is taking place on Saturday 20th June and will focus on some of the themes around Oscar Romero in light of his beatification this year.

Calling Married Couples: Marriage Encounter is a weekend away to explore where you are going and enliven your relationship, bringing you closer and deepening your commitment to your lifetime together. There are spaces available on the weekend at Park Place (Wickham, near Fareham, Hampshire) from 19th – 21st June. For information and online booking visit www.wwme.org or contact Chris and Mary Farrall – 02380 275401.

Job Vacancy: Day & Night General/Care Assistants required at the Convent in West Wickham. To undertake domestic & care duties. For an informal enquiry or to request an application form please phone Sr Paula on 07522 694835 or email at: paulaspark@yahoo.co.uk. Closing date for applicants 12^th April.

A Big Thank You: To the Knights of St Columba, the Cleaners, the Flower Arrangers and to all those who helped in any way to prepare the church and ensure that our special Easter ceremonies were such a success.

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

 Father Sunith and Father Stuart wish you all a Joyous and Blessed Easter.

MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS (05—12 Apr 2015) (Year B)