St Anthony of Padua Anerley

Second Sunday of Easter

Mass Readings: Page 255 – 258

Order of Mass: Pages 7– 47

First Reading: the very first Christians were completely united, in their belief (especially in the resurrection of the Lord) and in their fellowship (especially in their support of those in need).

The Psalm is above all a song of thanksgiving and rejoicing.

The Second Readings in Eastertide in Year B are taken from the first letter of St John.  Right belief – in Jesus as the Christ – and love of God – by keeping his commandments – go together in the person who (by Baptism) is a child of God.

The Easter Sequence may be sung today.

The Gospel on the Second Sunday of Easter is always John’s account of the risen Jesus’ appearance a week (‘eight days’ in the Hebrew counting system) after the resurrection itself.  Thomas may have been doubting, but he becomes a model of faith, recognising Jesus as “my Lord and my God”.

Although today is Divine Mercy Sunday, the readings and prayers at Mass are always those of the Second Sunday of Easter.

By Fr David Gibbons, Centre for Catholic Formation

Sunday Teas:

This Sunday’s teas will be served by the UCM.

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

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

A Big Thank You: Your  generous Easter Offerings were much appreciated. Also, the Good Friday collection for the Holy Places raised  £610.43p.

The  2nd collection:  today will be for Parish Funds; and next week  will be for the upkeep of St George’s Cathedral.

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. Please come along support the parish

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

Prams and Buggies: Adequate parking space for prams & buggies has been created in the Narthex. If you must bring prams and buggies into the church, please ensure that you do not block any of the doorways, as all are used as fire-escapes. Health & Safety regulations require that all doorways be kept clear at all times.

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.

Friday Fasting:  Please remember to abstain from eating meat on Fridays (as an act of penance for the death of Christ).  Practising Catholics who do not eat meat are encouraged to give up another staple food.

Recycling:  Please do keep donating your old mobile phones, printer inkjets (except Epson) .

If you want to see a priest then please phone and make an appointment

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

MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS (12 April —19th Apr 2015) (Year B)