St Anthony of Padua Anerley

The Epiphany of the Lord
Mass Readings: Page 118
Order of Mass: Pages 7– 47
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First Reading: Isaiah’s vision of the gathering of the nations came true – we believe – when the magi came to see Jesus in Bethlehem.

Psalm: this psalm was soon adopted by the early church as the set psalm for today’s feast. It pictures a king (Jesus) who governs wisely and justly and is concerned for the poor and weak.

Second Reading: this asserts that it had always been God’s plan that salvation through Jesus Christ would be available to the gentiles as well as the Jews themselves.

Gospel: the Gospel could hardly be anything other than Matthew’s account of the visit of the magi or wise men to the Christ child in Bethlehem. The main point is the revelation of Jesus to the Gentiles, who represented by the magi pay Him homage. T he gifts symbolise that Jesus is a king (gold), divine (frankincense) and the suffering Saviour (myrrh). Myrrh is a fragrant gum resin; it was used at the time in the embalming of dead bodies.

By Fr David Gibbons, Centre for Catholic Formation

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Sunday Teas:

This Sunday’s teas will be served by the Knights of St Columba.

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

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

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Last Sunday’s collections: The 1st collection was £745.75p (including Gift Aided £273.10p). The 2nd collection for Parish Funds was £78.52p.   Thank you for your generosity. The 2nd collection today will be for Parish Funds.

Newsletter Error: The 1st collection for Sunday 28th December was   £1,096.43p and not the figure of £10096.43p as shown. Apologies.

Recently Deceased: Please remember the families and souls of
Jadwiga Madejczyk and Theodor Bock in your prayers. Jadwiga’s requiem mass will be on Monday 5th January at 11.30am followed by the cremation at West Norwood Crematorium at 1.15pm. The mass will be said in Polish. Anyone who would like to attend will be most welcome.
Theodore’s requiem mass will be on Tuesday 13th January at 9.30am followed by the cremation at Beckenham Crematorium at 10.30am.

Advent Reflections: Priest, Prophet, King is a six part DVD based study programme which Father Stuart will lead on Wednesday evenings from 7.30pm to 8.30pm in the Parish Centre. The next session will be on Wednesday 7th January. Explore the themes of Jesus as Priest, Prophet, King and see how Jesus is the ultimate fulfilment of each. Throughout this experience you will better understand who Jesus really is and also realise your won priestly, prophetic and kingly mission.

Baptism Preparation: The next Baptism Preparation classes will be on Mondays, 12th, 19th and 26th January at 7.30pm in the Parish Centre.

Evangelisation Talk: Father David Gibbons from the Centre for Catholic Formation will be here to give the Parish a talk about Evangelisation on Tuesday 13th January at 7.30pm. All are welcome.

Mass Intentions at Weekends: We have only 3 masses available for requested intentions on any Saturday/Sunday, so it is not always possible to meet with your preferences. Be assured, all requested masses will be celebrated, but possibly not at a time of your choosing. At present all weekend masses are fully booked up to the end of February.

January Events at the Mount Street Jesuit Centre:

An Introduction to The Gospel of Mark on Wednesdays 7th January to 11th February, 7-8:30 pm, repeated Thursdays 8th January to 12th February, 11 am – 1 pm Brian Purfield This short course gives an overview of the Gospel for this year and how we can connect it with our lives today.

Introduction to the Alexander Technique on Thursday 15th January 11 am – 3 pm Chris Goodchild The Alexander Technique helps people to use themselves more mindfully in every day life activities to achieve a greater sense of relaxation and wellbeing.

A New Beginning: Retreat Day on Saturday 17th January 11 am – 4 pm Lynne Galloway Take time to pause for prayerful reflection and place your year ahead into the hands of God.

Exploring the Desert Fathers and Mothers on Saturday 24th January 11 am – 4 pm Jill Gather This workshop will look at what attracted so many of the early church to the desert, and how they overcame the temptations there.

Discerning My Direction as a Young Adult – Making Choices in a Busy Life
Saturday 31st January 11 am – 4 pm Sr Lynne Baron fcJ This workshop will look at Ignatian discernment and learn some practical ways in which we can make choices based on our relationship with God. NB Ages 18-35 only.

Ongoing Events at the Mount Street Jesuit Centre:

Every Monday and Wednesday 6.30-7pm – 30 minute Drop-in Prayer led by a trained Prayer Guide Guided prayer with stillness, awareness, reflection, silence, and sharing. All welcome, come whenever you can.

First Thursday of the month 11.30am-1pm  Bereavement and Loss Group – Sr. Catherine Quane RSM facilitates this welcoming and understanding group.

Second Saturday of each month 11am-4pm Ignatian Prayer Day These are retreat days of prayer run in an Ignatian way, in which there is talk, time for personal prayer and the opportunity to listen to each other.

For further information on any of these events please contact:
Mount Street Jesuit Centre, 114 Mount Street, W1K 3AH www.mountstreet.info 020-7495-1673

If you would like to see a priest, please phone to arrange an appointment

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MASS TIMES AND INTENTIONS (04—11 Jan 2015) (Year B)