THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER
5th May 2019
Dear Parishioner,
We are still in the Eastertide and in the readings for this Sunday are again the appearance of Jesus to his disciples
and the works of the apostles, strengthened by the risen Christ, proclaiming their faith in the risen Christ.
The first reading, taken from the Acts of the Apostles, tells us how the Holy Spirit transformed Peter, whom Jesus had
appointed head of his Church, from a man fearful of powerful men into a brave witness to the Resurrection.
The second reading, taken from Revelation (the Apocalypse), presents John's vision of the Risen Lord as the
glorified "Lamb of God", enthroned in Heaven. The whole of Revelation is an expression of Christian hope in
the Risen Lord.
Today's Gospel tells the post-Resurrection story of our merciful Saviour Who goes in search of His band of
disappointed and dejected disciples. In the first part of today's Gospel, the risen Jesus appears to His disciples
and gives them a symbol of their mission in a miraculous catch of fish followed by a grilled fish breakfast prepared by
Jesus himself. The second part is a dialogue between Jesus and Simon where Simon is asked three times whether he loves
Jesus, and he answers that he does, as if in reparation for his triple denial of Jesus.
So let us ask the Lord for the grace to do reparation for our failures to proclaim Christ in our day to day life. Thus
we may gain the courage to proclaim our faith in the risen Christ.
SEND, O LORD: HOLY APOSTLES INTO YOUR CHURCH
Fr Sabu Pariyadan RCJ
Notices:
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MAISIE COOPER RIP Many of you will remember Maisie who was a member of our community for many years
before moving to Newark to live with her son, and will be sorry to hear that she died on Sunday morning. She was 95
and never lost the twinkle in her eye! Please pray for the repose of her soul, for her family and friends and all who
mourn her loss.
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UNWANTED CHRISTMAS GIFTS We plan to hold a Raffle to raise funds to go towards repayment of the
Church debt. Any bit of fundraising, big or small, helps to bring down the debt - every penny counts! Your unwanted
gifts would be very gratefully received. Thank you all for your support. Cath.
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CELEBRATION OF 30th ANNIVERSARY DEACON KEVIN'S ORDINATION The Social Committee would like to
invite all parishioners to mark this very special anniversary with a parish celebration on Saturday 15 June
at St Augustine's with Mass at noon followed by a Bring & Share lunch. It would be very useful to
have an idea of numbers and what people can bring so there will be a list at the back of church for people to sign up
to. Names and phone numbers would be helpful. We have been so lucky to have such a stalwart member of our parish
clergy for all this time - let's give Kevin a celebration to remember!
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ST BERNARD'S ABBEY, COALVILLE AND COVENTRY CATHEDRAL
The Parish is organising this trip on 29 June. Coach leaves St Augustine's at 7.45am sharp and
departs from Coventry at 5.30pm. Saint Bernard's Abbey was the first permanent monastery founded in England and
is the only Trappist house in the country. The iconic Coventry Cathedral is a centre of spiritual and artistic beauty
that speaks of peace and reconciliation. Cost £20 pp. Please contact Karin Seeman on 466167 or click here to Email if you would like
to come.
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'ENQUIRERS' EVENING FOR THOSE CONSIDERING THE PRIESTHOOD Tuesday 7th May at St Edmund of
Canterbury Church in Loughton. Deacon Gary Dench, who is soon to be ordained to the priesthood will join us and give
us some input. Please contact Fr Mark Swires - click here to
Email for more information.
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LONDON TO BRIGHTON BIKE RIDE 15 SEPTEMBER Brentwood Catholic Children's Society has several
charity places remaining! Riders are asked to pay a registration fee of £55 and make a commitment to raise
£150 for 'bccs'. More info at www.bccs.org.uk/fundraising-and-events/all-events or 01268 784544/07912 277413 Julie Abbott
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200 CLUB We're well on our way to our 200 target - 75% there at the last count!
Any takers for more shares to get us over the line with this important parish fundraiser?? Contributions to Chris
Thompson or online to Catholic Church of St. Augustine of Canterbury, account 91082884, sort code 40-13-22. Put your
name and "200 Club" on the reference and click here to
Email Chris Thompson so that numbers can be checked off.
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MARCH FOR LIFE SATURDAY 11 MAY Full info at: https://www.marchforlife.co.uk/workshops/
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DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES with Bishop Alan, from Sunday 21 - Friday 26 July. Further info from
Tangey Tours on 01732 886 666. Please note that we shall be flying from Southend Airport. We are able to support
those with medical needs.
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A DAY OF RENEWAL THEMED 'THE LOVE OF JESUS' organised by the Diocesan Catholic Charismatic
Renewal Service Team on Sat 18th May at Blessed Sacrament Parish, 116 Melbourne Avenue 10am-4pm, finishing with Mass
at 3pm. Speaker: Charles Whitehead. Coffee and tea provided but please bring a packed lunch.
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REDISCOVER YOUR MARRIAGE Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) simply means
'rediscovery'. The programme offers the chance to rediscover yourself, your spouse, and a loving relationship
in your marriage. 10s of 1000s headed for divorce have successfully saved their marriages by attending and using the
tools provided. There is no group therapy or group work. For confidential information about 'Retrouvaille' or
to register for the programme commencing with a residential weekend on 7th - 9th June 2019. Call or text 0788
7296983, 0797 3380443, click here to Email
or visit www.retrouvaille.org.uk
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DEVELOPMENT OFFICER SOUTH EAST CATHOLIC PARTNERSHIP (0.3FTE, 2-year Fixed term contract) working in
the Catholic Education Service (CES). Full details at or
click here to Email Sophie Russell. Closing date 9th May.
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: Canon Patrick Palmer, Canon Basil Booker, Fr John O'Callaghan
Wednesday: Margaret Logan
Thursday: Canon Brian Grady
Saturday: Fr Augustine Davidson, Mgr Canon John Howell, Fr John Boyle, Fr Stanley Joynes
Next Sunday - FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER (C)
First Reading: Acts 13:14,43-52
We must turn to the pagans.
Second Reading: Apocalypse 7:9,14b-17
The Lamb will be their shepherd and lead them to springs of living water.
Gospel: John 10:27-30
I give eternal life to the sheep that belong to me.
