St. Edmund of Canterbury & St. Thomas More
Parish Newsletter
15th Sunday in Ordinary Time-July 2024
Parish Priest: Fr Adrian Lowe
Parish Phone: 0208 508 3492/ E-mail: loughton@brcdt.org
9 Traps Hill Loughton, Essex IG10 1SZ
The Brentwood Diocesan Trust Registered Charity No. 234092
PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK
Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Rosemary O’Rourke, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Peggy Howes, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl and all our loved ones who are unwell.
STELLA MARIS – SEA SUNDAY SECOND COLLECTION 13th & 14th
This weekend 13th &14 th July is SEA SUNDAY and there will be a second collection after all the masses
“100” CLUB RAFFFLE WINNERS:
Our three Explorer Scouts – Sofia, Charlie & Juliusz would like to thank the Parish for their amazing support in their fundraising endeavours, your generosity is very much appreciated.
We are delighted to confirm that all “100” club raffle tickets were sold and these are the winners:
1st Prize – £100 – Georgia Doherty Ticket no 56
2nd Prize – £50 – Marion Rooney – Ticket no 93
3rd Prize – £10 – Simon – Ticket no 32
Please contact Sam Gell on 07956 449704 for your prize
NEWSLETTER :There will be one newsletter covering from 28 July until the end of August. Please submit any items to be included by Thursday 18 July, 2024.
Many thanks.
MASS INTENTIONS: Will be posted in the glass fronted notice board outside the Church and also inside on the noticeboard at the back of the Church.
OPEN HOUSE BILLERICAY: SATURDAY, 12th OCTOBER 2024: On Saturday, 12th October the Most Holy Redeemer Church, Billericay will be hosting a day focusing on parish renewal with talks and workshops designed to help parishes transition from maintenance to mission. Bishop Alan will also be presiding at the Midday Mass. Get inspired by priests and parishioners as they share stories of transformation. Hear what they are learning and dream about the change that could be possible in your own parish. The day will last from 9.30am to 5pm and the cost is £20 per person. In order to attend you need to register in advance by following this link: https://divinerenovation.org/events/
“AWAKE LONDON” A Catholic Bible convention and Healing ministry on Saturday 20th July 2024 from 11am to 5 pm led by Rev. Fr. John Victor and Anointing Fire Catholic Ministry UK at Catholic Parish of Christ The King, 455 Chingford Road London,E4 8SP. Convention includes: Praise and Worship, Holy Mass, confession, Healing service and Eucharistic Adoration, spiritual sharing, sessions for children (www.afcmuk.org). Free car parking available.
WALSINGHAM HOUSE RETREAT MANAGER: Walsingham House at Abbotswick, the youth retreat centre for the Diocese of Brentwood, are seeking to appoint a Retreat Manager. The Retreat Manager will work to ensure the smooth and efficient running of retreats, leading and training the volunteer team, and developing the programmes on offer to schools and parishes. Walsingham House has an excellent reputation for the quality of the retreats offered and after a year to rebuild we are keen to develop this further. This is not necessarily a “live-in” role but accommodation can be provided if required. For more information please see: https://bcys.net/news/vacancies/ Closing date is Friday 30th August.
BAPTISMS: If there are parents wishing to have their children baptised at St. Edmund’s please could you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe as soon as possible. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm
CARETAKER- EPPING: A vacancy has arisen for a part- time Caretaker at The Immaculate Conception, Epping.
The post will be part-time ( around four hours per week- with flexible working agreement to be agreed which includes weekends and being on site on a Tuesday)
This is a one-year fixed-term contract that may be extended or made permanent.
The start date for the role is October and the salary is negotiable depending on skills and experience.
Full Job Description:CARETAKER EPPING-2024
If you have any queries or if you would like to apply please send your CV and a cover letter by email to epping@brcdt.org
WALSINGHAM HOUSE ANNIVERSARY MASS: This year marks 60 years since the opening of Walsingham House and 40 years since the first volunteer team took residence. There will be a Mass of Thanksgiving on Saturday 31st August at midday celebrated by Bishop Alan in the grounds of Walsingham House at Abbotwick. Everyone is very welcome to attend with a special invite to those who have been part of the Walsingham House team over the last 40 years. After Mass you are welcome to stay for a picnic in the grounds.
IN CASES OF EMERGENCY: If there is no answer from the parish phone and you are seeking a priest in an emergency, please call one of the local parishes, either in Epping – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 020 8504 1688.
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY IN THE CHURCH
Please follow instructions given by The Priest and/or Stewards.
For fires at the back of the church we will exit via the sacristy into
the hall or side exit.
For fires at the front of the church we will exit by front doors.
For fires in the middle of the church use the safest exit.
Fire extinguishers are to be used by competent trained persons only
MASS INTENTIONS -FROM 13th July, 2024
Confessions 5:30-6:00pm on Saturday | |||||
| Sat 13th July | 6 6:00pm | People of the Parish | |||
| Sun 14thJuly | 9:00am | Remy- Birthday INTS ( May)( Pat & Margaret) | |||
| Sun 14th July | 11:00am | Cecilia & Fred Adams RIP( Mary & Eddie Pointer) | |||
| Mon 15th July | NO MASS | ||||
| Tues 16th July | 9:30am | Vera Gamble(Anthony Family) | |||
| Wed 17th July | 9:30am | Jim Sullivan RIP | |||
| Thur 18th July | 9:30am | Margaret Baldwin INTS | |||
| Fri 19th July | 9:30am | Michael DoBosh RIP Anniv | |||
| Sat 20th July Sun 21st July Sun 21st July | 6:00pm 9:00am 11:00am | Les Langan RIP( Pauline & Barry Hatch) Bernard Campbell RIP ( Campbell Family) People of the Parish | |||