TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY OF YEAR B
30th September 2018
Dear Parishioner
Today's Scripture readings give us a strong warning against jealousy, intolerance and scandal.
In the first reading, we find jealousy, in its destructive form of envy, raising its ugly head in Moses' assistant
and successor, Joshua. Moses had to instruct Joshua to be tolerant. This selection is intended to provide a Biblical
background for Jesus' response to the same kind of jealousy noticed in his apostles.
In the second reading, James warns the rich against giving scandal by their denial of social justice to their workers
in refusing to give them a living wage, by ignoring the needs of others and by condemning and murdering the innocent
and the righteous. Baptism commits every Christian to work for social justice, through peaceable (rather than violent),
means.
In the Gospel, we find intolerance among the apostles of Christ. John complains to Jesus that a man outside their group
of selected disciples has been exorcising demons in Jesus' Name, in spite of their attempt to prevent him from
doing so. Jesus responds by giving the Apostles lessons in his kind of tolerance and in the reward to be given to
outsiders for good deeds they have done for the disciples of Jesus. We also hear the strong warning of Jesus against
giving scandal, especially to innocent children, vulnerable members of the community and beginners in the Faith.
So today we pray for the Christian virtue of tolerance and let us try to avoid conduct that can lead to scandal.
Fr Sabu Pariyadan RCJ
SEND, O LORD: HOLY APOSTLES INTO YOUR CHURCH
Notices:
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FIRST HOLY COMMUNION There is Parents meeting on Thursday 3rd October at 8pm and the children's
classes start on Saturday the 6th October at 10am.
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MASS INTENTIONS What does it mean to have a Mass "offered" for someone? An individual may
ask for a Mass to be said for several reasons; for example, in thanksgiving, for the intentions of another person,
for a special occasion or for the repose of the soul of someone who has died. The special fruits of the Mass benefit
the priest who acts in the person of Christ in offering the Mass and to the people who are in attendance. You may ask
Fr. Sabu to offer a Mass for a special intention. A stipend is given which thereby in justice creates an obligation
which must be satisfied. The guide amount for a Mass stipend is £5-£10 or as much as you wish to donate.
Deacon Kevin.
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GRAND DRAW TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM SUNDAY 30 SEPT Please try to sell as many as possible for our
biggest fundraiser of the year. Thank you.
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PILGRIMAGE TO ST JUDE'S FAVERSHAM 27 OCTOBER leaving St Augustine's at 8.30am sharp,
stopping at Medway services before arriving in Faversham. With Mass at 12noon, there will be ample time to look at
the shrine and visit the gift shop beforehand. We will head to Canterbury for lunch and free time prior to departure
at 5.30pm. Cost £15.00 per person. I shall start collecting money from Sun 7 October. Karin Seeman.
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ST JOHN PAYNE CATHOLIC SCHOOL OPEN EVENING on Thurs 4 October 5.30-8pm. The evening always provides
a wonderful showcase of all that the school has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you. Mr T. Coen (Headteacher)
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CHURCH OF OUR SAVIOUR Work has started on restoring the church but there will be no Vigil mass here
until further notice.
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200 CLUB Congratulations to Cath Lyons, winner of the recent draw.
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BRENTWOOD CATHOLIC CHILDREN'S SOCIETY - Children and families are now able to access direct
therapeutic support in one of our clinics. Sessions take place after school or at an evening clinic at our
counselling suites in Rayleigh. Our highly experienced counsellors provide support directly to the whole family or to
children and adolescents on a 1:1 basis. If you are concerned that your child may need someone to talk to, please
contact Catherine click here to Email.
There is a sessional charge, so please enquire.
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ROSARY UNDER THE CROSS, WITHAM to pray in reparation for the sins against faith, life and love in
our Land 7 October at The Holy Family & All Saints, Witham from 3pm with the Angelus, followed by intercessions -
everyone will be invited to place any intentions they have on a large cross. Everyone is most welcome.
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SOLIDARITY ACROSS THE CHANNEL / CALAIS LIGHT Ever felt you'd like to help the destitute migrants
in Calais but not known where to start? We run regular weekend car convoys from Brentwood Cathedral to chop veg &
sort Refugee donations at the amazing Help Refugees UK Warehouse in Calais. We feel strongly that part of our
Christian mission is to support them one way or another. Please think about this & volunteer with us or donate at
our Facebook page 'Calais Light', or www.calaislight.com or www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/calaislight or www.dioceseofbrentwood.net. Next Trip 30th November-2nd December.
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IN SUPPORT OF SOUTH AFRICA Come and see an audio/visual presentation given by Raymond Perrier about
the community work that Chelmsford Catholics are funding in Durban. Tues 16 Oct. 2pm at OLI hall and 7.30pm at Holy
Name hall. All welcome.
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TALK AT NEW HALL 'WHO IS MY NEIGHBOUR' The Canonesses of the Holy Sepulchre invite you to a
talk by the Right Reverend Roger Morris (Area Bishop of Colchester) on Sunday 7 October, 2.45pm for 3pm at New Hall
Prep School. Book a free place at: http://www.canonesses.co.uk/event-bookings/ or 01206 867296. All welcome! Please give names to Rachel
click here to Email by
Thursday 4 October.
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PROJECT TO SETTLE A REFUGEE FAMILY IN Open meeting in the Parish Hall at Our Lady Immaculate on Wed
October 10 at 8pm to gather a group of supporters, volunteers and contacts who can help us to make progress with the
project. Contact Chris Thompson click here to
Email.
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SVP QUIZ SAT 6 OCTOBER ST AUGUSTINE'S, Saturday 6th October, 7:15 for 7:30pm. Tickets now
available from an SVP member or from Jenny on 07796 393131, click here to Email. Bring your
own drinks and nibbles, tea & cake provided.
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BEGINNING EXPERIENCE There is a healing weekend for men and women who find themselves single again
following separation, divorce or the death of a partner from 5th to 7th October 2018 at the Domus Mariae Centre,
Chigwell. Details from Freda 01322-838415 or Sandra 01293-783965 or click here to
Email.
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DIOCESAN VACANCY Governance Development Officer, 17.5 Hours a week. 40 weeks a year, Pay range:
£14,249 - £16,102. Full job description and specification at: http://www.dioceseofbrentwood.net/departments/education/vacancies/
Please remember to pray for:
Daily for the sick clergy of our Diocese
The sick and housebound
Those who have recently died
Years Mind:
Sunday: Fr Bernard Wakeling
Wednesday: Fr Michael Hopkins
Friday: Fr Henry Healy, Fr David Logue
Saturday: Fr Edward Heery
Sunday: Fr Harold Cahill
Next Sunday - TWENTY-SEVENTH SUNDAY OF YEAR B
First Reading: Genesis 2:18-24
They become one body.
Second Reading: Hebrews 2:9-11
The one who sacrifices, and the ones who are sanctified, are they of the same stock.
Gospel: Mark 10:2-16
What God has united, man must not divide.
