St Edmund of Canterbury, Loughton

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

COMMUNITY DAY

Many thanks to everyone who helped plan, organise or deliver our parish community day last Sunday. Thank you, also, to everyone who came along: there was a wonderful feeling of togetherness, discovery and warmth. As we learnt more about the parish and made or renewed friendships the main word that came to mind was encouragement. Thank you again and well done!

‘Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.’ 1 Thessalonians 5:11.

JOURNEY IN FAITH

If any of these questions apply to your situation then the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is for you! Running from October until Easter, the RCIA programme helps to form intentional disciples for Christ and prepare candidates for the sacraments of initiation into the Church, as well as helping anyone who would like a refresher of Catholic teaching.

If you are interested, or know someone who might be, please contact the parish office.

SECOND COLLECTION

There will be a second collection this weekend for CAFOD after all the masses. Envelopes will also be available at the back of the Church if you would like to make a donation.

VOCATIONS

The next “Enquirers’ Evening” for those considering or interested in a vocation to the priesthood is on Tuesday 8 October at Brentwood Cathedral. The speaker will be Fr Mark Reilly.

For further information please contact Fr Mark Swires: vocprom@brcdt.org

CERTIFICATES OF PRACTICE FOR SCHOOLS

Parents who are applying to a Catholic school for their children should please bring a completed certificate of Catholic practice to Father Adrian after the Sunday Mass they usually attend. Information and certificates can be found here:

School Admissions

EXPLORER SCOUTS FUNDRAISING FOR AUSTRALIA

We are hosting a Bingo night in the church hall on Saturday 5 October, tickets are £8 per player. Please come along and join in the fun and help our Explorer Scouts on their way to Australia! Thank you!

PARISH PRO LIFE GROUP

All are invited to attend the first meeting of the new Parish Pro Life Group on

Monday 7 October at 7.15pm in the parish room. Please keep this group in your prayers. Many thanks. Any further details please contact Paul 07861032174

MISSO COFFEE MORNING

Please Note the Misso Coffee morning has been changed to Sunday 20th October, 2024 after the 9:00am & 11:00am masses. Please support this important work and enjoy the coffee, tea and cakes!

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL VACANCIES

SEN TA, 32 hours p/w, ASAP
Headteacher, Full time, September 2025
Science Technician, 36 hours p/w, October 2024
Teacher of French, Full time, January 2025
Teacher of English, Full time, October 2024
Vacancy – Cover supervisor / Admin assistant

Full time – 36 hours per week

Term time only

Pro rata (£23,720 – £24,813)

To start asap

Please visit the school’s website https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/employment/ for further

job information and application forms.

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, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Amelia Burns, Lyn Povey and all our loved ones who are unwell.

MASS INTENTIONS ARE ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE.

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

SEPTEMBER 29th – PARISH COMMUNITY DAY and BBQ

There will be teas and cakes after the 09:00 Mass and the BBQ will be after the 11:00 Mass. Our volunteer leaders will be around to chat and show what they do.So come along to witness for yourselves what voluntary activities take place in our Catholic parish community week in week out. Our Catholic parish community is something which we can be part of and which we can be proud of. We are inclusive and have a strong sense of belonging. The whole parish is invited and please invite friends and family, including anyone not active members of our parish. Everyone is welcome.We look forward to seeing you.Note on the day, we will also launch our census, and our new website is nearly complete.

JOURNEY IN FAITH

Do you feel God’s gentle call to become Catholic? Or have you been away from Church life and want to return, finding out more about your faith? Would you like to deepen your knowledge of the Catholic Faith?If any of these questions apply to your situation then the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is for you! Running from October until Easter, the RCIA programme helps to form intentional disciples for Christ and prepare candidates for the sacraments of initiation into the Church, as well as helping anyone who would like a refresher of Catholic teaching.If you are interested, or know someone who might be, please contact the parish office.

SECOND COLLECTION

Friday 4th October is Harvest Fast Day and There will be a second collection on 6th October for CAFOD.

CERTIFICATES OF PRACTICE FOR SCHOOLS

NOTE FOR OUR CONTEMPORARY MUSIC GROUP

We will next be playing and singing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 6th October and having a practice beforehand 7 to 8pm on Monday, 30th September in the Church choir loft.Please do come to the practice as well as the Mass so that we can rehearse the psalm and hymns for the Sunday Mass. We hope to see you all there! If there are any singers or musicians in the Parish who may consider joining our informal and friendly group, simply come along – you will be made very welcome!

EXPLORER SCOUTS FUNDRAISING FOR AUSTRALIA

We are hosting a Bingo night in the church hall on Saturday 5 October, tickets are £8 per player.

Please come along and join in the fun and help our Explorer Scouts on their way to Australia! Thank you!

PARISH PRO LIFE GROUP

All are invited to attend the first meeting of the new Parish Pro Life Group on Monday 7 October at 7.15 in the parish room. Please keep this group in your prayers. Many thanks. Any further details please contact Paul 07861032174

MISSO COFFEE MORNING

There will be a MISSO Coffee Morning on Sunday 13th October, 2024 after the 11:00am mass. Please support this important work and enjoy the coffee, tea and cakes!

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL VACANCIES

SEN TA, 32 hours p/w, ASAP

Headteacher, Full time, September 2025

Science Technician, 36 hours p/w, October 2024

Teacher of French, Full time, January 2025

Teacher of English, Full time, October 2024

Vacancy – Cover supervisor / Admin Assistant full time – 36 hours per week

Term time On pro rata (£23,720 – £24,813)To start asap

Please visit the school’s website https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/employment/ for further job information and application forms.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl and all our loved ones who are unwell.

MASS INTENTIONS ARE ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE.

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASSES THIS WEEK

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Rosemary O’ Rourke who died recently.

Mass times this week

Monday – 9:30, Wednesday – 9am, Thursday and Friday 9:30.

CERTIFICATES OF PRACTICE FOR SCHOOLS

School Admissions

SEPTEMBER 29th – PARISH COMMUNITY DAY and BBQ

We have finalised the details for our Parish community day. There will be teas and cakes after the 09:00 Mass and the BBQ will be after the 11:00 Mass. Our volunteer leaders will be around to chat and show what they do.

So come along to witness for yourselves what voluntary activities take place in our Catholic parish community week in week out. Our Catholic parish community is something which we can be part of and which we can be proud of. We are inclusive and have a strong sense of belonging. The whole parish is invited and please invite friends and family, including anyone not active members of our parish. Everyone is welcome.

We look forward to seeing you.

Note on the day, we will also launch our census, and our new website is nearly complete.

TRINITY CATHOLIC YEAR 7 OPEN EVENING

We are delighted to invite all prospective parents and students to join our prospective Year 7

Open Evening, which will take place on Wednesday 25^th September 2024 on the Upper Site, Mornington Road, between 4pm and 6.30pm, with Dr Doherty OBE, talking at 4.30pm and 6pm. There are parking restrictions in the area, so please be aware of this on the evening. Please complete the form on our website to confirm your attendance: https://forms.office.com/e/v1qcVL0ZGQ

The closing date for applications is 31^st October 2024. Please note that applicants will need to complete a common application form which will be provided by their own Local Authority on line. For applicants wishing to submit a Certificate of Catholic Practice, this Diocesan document can be obtained through your Parish Priest, or on the Diocesan website: https://www.dioceseofbrentwood.net/departments/education/secondary-school-admissions/, or from the priest that will be signing your form. You will also need to complete a SIF form, which can be found on the Trinity website, under Admissions.

Parents will be able to drop these documents off at the Sydney Road entrance in the drop box, not directly to the school office as we are not able to receive visitors to school at this time. Please contact the office via the buzzer on the gate to let them know that documentation has been left. Please provide a SAE if you require a receipt.

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL VACANCIES

SEN TA, 32 hours p/w, ASAP
Headteacher, Full time, September 2025
Science Technician, 36 hours p/w, October 2024
Teacher of French, Full time, January 2025
Teacher of English, Full time, October 2024

Please visit the school’s website https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/employment/ for further

job information.

NOTE FOR OUR CONTEMPORARY MUSIC GROUP

We will next be playing and singing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 6th October and having a practice beforehand 7 to 8pm on Monday, 30th September in the Church choir loft. Please do come to the practice as well as the Mass so that we can rehearse the psalm and hymns for the Sunday Mass. We hope to see you all there!

If there are any singers or musicians in the Parish who may consider joining our informal and friendly group, simply come along – you will be made very welcome!

LOVING EARTH EXHIBITION AT LOUGHTON METHODIST CHURCH

From the 10^th to the 21^st October the Methodist Church are hosting a wonderful exhibition that explores some of the things threatened by growing environmental breakdown: people, places, creatures, and other things we love.

The exhibition comprises fabric panels made by communities all over the UK and abroad. Each panel is accompanied by the maker’s reflections on their work. The Methodist Church invites us to come and enjoy the artwork and be inspired.

The exhibition will be open 11-3 Monday to Thursday, 11-2 Fridays

Weekend opening: Saturday 12th 10-12, Sunday 13th 2-5, Saturday 19

th 10-5

Evening opening Monday 14^th, Thursday 17^th, Monday 21^st, all 7pm – 9pm

BRENTWOOD CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S SOCIETY

Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society (BCCS) has a number of Gold Bond Charity places for runners in the LONDON MARATHON taking place on Sunday 27th April 2025. If you are an experienced runner or someone who would value the opportunity to participate in this renowned event, please contact Damian Dillon for further details on 07912 308000 / ddillon@bccs.org.uk. The closing date for completed applications is Friday 26^th September and please note that there is a minimum sponsorship requirement of £1800 (excluding Gift Aid). If you have been lucky enough to secure your own running place through the ballot, BCCS would invite you to join them and run to support children’s mental health. The London Marathon is a unique opportunity to raise much needed funds for the Diocesan Children’s Society and perhaps achieve a lifetime ambition at the same time.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

MASS INTENTIONS ARE ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE.

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time

MASSES THIS WEEK

Please note that weekday Masses are: Monday 9:30am, Wednesday 7pm (Confirmations), Thursday 9am, Friday 9:30am. Please note there is no Mass on Tuesday or Wednesday morning.

CONFIRMATION

Bishop Alan will preside at the Mass on Wednesday evening when over thirty of our parishioners will be confirmed. We welcome Bishop Alan as he makes his pastoral visit to our parish and pray for those being confirmed, that the gifts of the Spirit flourish abundantly in their lives. All are welcome to attend the Mass on Wednesday 18 September at 7pm.

SEPTEMBER 29th – PARISH COMMUNITY DAY and BBQ

On Sunday 29th September after the Sunday masses, we are hosting a late summer BBQ alongside our Community Day in the Church hall.

Our community is busy, is inclusive and has a strong sense of belonging, so let’s show it and celebrate it on the 29th September. Come along, everyone is invited!

The volunteer community leaders will be around to tell you about their activities.

The BBQ and refreshments will be available after the Sunday masses.

We look forward to seeing you.

TRINITY CATHOLIC YEAR 7 OPEN EVENING

We are delighted to invite all prospective parents and students to join our prospective Year 7

TRINITY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL VACANCIES

SEN TA, 32 hours p/w, ASAP
Headteacher, Full time, September 2025
Science Technician, 36 hours p/w, October 2024
Teacher of French, Full time, January 2025
Teacher of English, Full time, October 2024

Please visit the school’s website https://www.tchs.org.uk/about-us/employment/ for further job information.

“AWAKE LONDON

A Catholic Bible convention and Healing ministry on Saturday 21st September 2024 from 11am to 5 pm led by 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 (ww w.afcmuk.org). Free car parking available.

BRENTWOOD CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S SOCIETY

Loving Earth Exhibition at Loughton Methodist Church

The exhibition will be open 11-3 Monday to Thursday, 11-2 Fridays

Weekend opening: Saturday 12 th 10-12, Sunday 13 th 2-5, Saturday 19 th 10-5

Evening opening Monday 14^th, Thursday 17^th, Monday 21^st, all 7pm – 9pm

ST ANTONY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

The Governing Body of St. Antony’s Catholic Primary School wishes to appoint a Deputy Headteacher to start in January 2025. The closing date is Wednesday 9th October.

For more information, please visit our website

http://www.stantonyscatholicps.co.uk/vacancies or email

admin.st-antonys@redbridge.gov.uk

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, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl and all our loved ones who are unwell.

MASS INTENTIONS ARE ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE.

SEPTEMBER 29th – PARISH COMMUNITY DAY and BBQ

SEPTEMBER 29th – PARISH COMMUNITY DAY and BBQ

On Sunday 29th September after the Sunday masses, we are hosting a late summer BBQ alongside our Community Day in the Church hall.

Our community is busy, is inclusive and has a strong sense of belonging, so let’s show it and celebrate it on the 29th September. Come along, everyone is invited!

The volunteer community leaders will be around to tell you about their activities.

The BBQ and refreshments will be available after the Sunday masses.

We look forward to seeing you.

THE BRENTWOOD CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S SOCIETY

on Saturday 14th September there will be a sponsored walk held jointly with Woodford Parish for BCCS. It starts from The Becket Centre at St Thomas’s at 9.30am. To participate you just need to be there at 9.30am to register. Sponsorship forms can be obtained from Iain McLay (bloggeriain@gmail.com). It is great fun, dogs welcome, and it raises lots of money for BCCS, so they can do their wonderful work with young peoples’ emotional and mental health in the diocese, irrespective of their religion. You can read more about their work here:

https://www.bccs.org.uk/who-we-are

FATHER FRANK

Fr Frank moves to his first appointment as Assistant Priest at St Mary, Mother of God in Hornchurch this weekend. Please keep him in your prayers as he begins ministry in his new parish. He leaves with the blessings and love of our parish.

CONFIRMATION

A reminder to the Confirmandi that there is a Confirmation meeting on the 11^th Sept at 7:00-8:15pm. Our Confirmation Service will take place on the 18^th September 7:00pm

GOVERNOR REQUEST

The trustees of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust are seeking governors to support the leadership of the schools they serve.

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Multi Academy Trust consists of three Catholic schools

St. Albans Catholic Academy in Harlow,
St Luke’s Catholic Academy in Harlow
St John Fisher Catholic Academy in Loughton

Active governance supports the Catholic community and Catholic education in a variety of ways, most importantly it can have a significant impact by raising the quality of educational provision in our schools, which in turn ensures our children have a rich and full life, growing as ambassadors our Catholic faith.

We are particularly seeking governors who can support the schools using their professional qualities, such as leadership and management, finance and HR.

Being a foundation governor in a Catholic school is very rewarding, and a great way to live out your faith and serve your local community. It is also an opportunity to learn new skills which can have a positive impact on your own learning and professional development.

If you are interested please email Clerk@ourladyoffatimatrust.essex.sch.uk to arrange a meeting, or visit our website https://www.ourladyoffatimatrust.essex.sch.uk/ for the governor application / nomination form.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

Dear Parents: It is wonderful that families in our parish our always enthusiastic about their children making their First Holy Communion. I am sure that many of us remember our own experience of First Communion; how special it is to receive Jesus into our lives in this unique and profound way. It is, of course, part of our own ongoing growth as Christians, as Children of God, and is the beginning of a lifetime of Communions – of being united with Jesus Christ who is our Lord and Saviour.

After a time of prayer and discernment, of accompanying our children in this parish and in others, and after speaking with our catechists, it has become apparent that our children would be better able to participate in this important time in their lives if we wait a year, making the time of formation year 4 (ages 8/9). The important thing we all need to learn as disciples is that Jesus calls us into a deep, loving friendship with him and that Holy Communion is something that helps that friendship grow. Current thinking is that waiting a year , allowing maturity to develop, will help that understanding of friendship and discipleship and will help our young people in the long term in their relationship with Christ.

The Communion programme will pause for a year this September and a new set of sessions will be developed to commence in 2025/2026 for children aged 8 years and upwards. This will take the form of six sessions around the theme of ‘meetings with Jesus.’ As always, families will be encouraged to supplement this by sharing their faith with their children at home. Resources will be made available to families to help with this. With every blessing.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

MASS INTENTIONS ARE ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE.

Saturday 7^th September

6:00pm Vigil Mass Maureen Orders RIP

(Molloy Family)

Sunday 8^th September

9:00am Mass Violet Hall RIP

11:00am Mass People of the Parish

Monday 9^th September

NO MASS

Tuesday 10^th September

9:30am Mass Rachael Harding INTS

( Rosemary & Ian Johnson)

3pm FUNERAL- Agnes Howes RIP

Wednesday 11^th September

9:30am Mass Pedro Perez RIP

(Anthony Family)

Thursday 12^th September

Terry Weight RIP

9:30am Mass ( L. Weight)

Friday 13^th September

9:30am Mass Mr Ebert Fernando RIP

(Christine Fernando)

Saturday 14^th September

6:00pm Vigil Mass People of the Parish

Sunday 15^th September

9:00am Mass Yvonne Grace RIP ( O’Regan and Tuson Family)

11:00am Mass L Weight- INTS Wedding Anniversary

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

KEEP THE DATE- SEPTEMBER 28th – PARISH COMMUNITY DAY & BBQ

Hi Everyone, We’re organising a community day on September 28th, actually more of a morning. The parish is invited and please invite your friends and family. All are welcome.

We want to showcase our voluntary activities and tell our parish about them. There will be BBQ & refreshments available, so save the date and come along. We look forward to seeing you.

If you are an organiser of a voluntary activity or a volunteer, please could you make yourself known to John at johnfitzm66@gmail.com giving your name, preferred contact method and what you volunteer for.

A DATE FOR YOUR DIARY: SATURDAY 7 SEPTEMBER 2024 LONDON MARCH FOR LIFE

START: 10 am to 1 pm at The Emmanuel Centre, Masham Street, SW13DW (Workshops, stalls, talks)

MARCH: 1.30 pm t0 4.30 from Emmanuel Centre to Parliament Square

Please join us for the full day or the March section and show your support for LIFE: Abortion Isn’t Healthcare, Healthcare doesn’t kill.

Contacts: Isabel 07773501721 Ben 07885505116

FATHER FRANK

Fr Frank moves to his first appointment as Assistant Priest at St Mary, Mother of God in Hornchurch next weekend. Please keep him in your prayers as he begins ministry in his new parish. He leaves with the blessings and love of our parish.

CONFIRMATION:

A reminder to the Confirmandi that there is a Confirmation meeting on the 11^th Sept at 7:00-8:15pm. Our Confirmation Service will take place on the 18^th September 7:00pm

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION

Dear Parents: It is wonderful that families in our parish our always enthusiastic about their children making their First Holy Communion. I am sure that many of us remember our own experience of First Communion; how special it is to receive Jesus into our lives in this unique and profound way. It is, of course, part of our own ongoing growth as Christians, as Children of God, and is the beginning of a lifetime of Communions – of being united with Jesus Christ who is our Lord and Saviour.

Parish Secretary – Forest Gate

A vacancy has arisen for a part-time Parish Secretary to work at Forest Gate – St Anthonys.

The successful applicant will need to have excellent communication and administration skills.

The post will be part-time working 25 hours per week with hours planned to suit the requirements of the parish.

The salary is dependable on skills and experience..

Full job description please see Parish Secretary – Forest Gate at Vacancies – Brentwood Diocese (dioceseofbrentwood.net)

If you have any queries or if you would like to apply, please send your CV and cover letter by email to hr@brcdt.org

Closing date: 9^th September 2024

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK

MASS INTENTIONS ARE ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE.

Saturday 31^st August,

6:00pm Vigil Mass Allan Rose RIP

(Anthony Family)

Sunday 1^st September

9:00am Mass Cecelia Hodgson RIP

(Anne & John Knott)

11:00am Mass People of the Parish

Monday 2^nd September

9:30am Mass Daniel Anjorin RIP

(Staff & Students of Maria Fidelis Catholic School)

Tuesday 3^rd September

9:30am Mass Mae- Henry Gavin RIP

Wednesday 4^th September

9:30am Mass William Meere RIP

(Anthony Family)

Thursday 5^th September

NO MASS

Friday 6^th September

9:30am Mass Mike DoBosh INTS

Saturday 7^th September

6:00pm Vigil Mass Maureen Orders RIP

(Molloy Family)

Sunday 8^th September

9:00am Mass Violet Hall RIP

11:00am Mass People of the Parish

(M. Ryan)

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time-July/August 2024

St. Edmund of Canterbury & St. Thomas More

Parish Newsletter

17^th Sunday in Ordinary Time-July/August 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.

NEWSLETTER NOTICE FOR SUMMER: There will be one newsletter covering from 28 July, 2024 until the end of August, 2024.

NOTE FROM FR ADRIAN:

Fr. Adrian wishes everyone a blessed, peaceful and happy summer, and safe journeys for those travelling. Our usual Mass schedule continues through the summer months. Mass intentions and times will be on our website and in the display case outside the church and noticeboard.

Thursday 15 August is the Solemn Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady. This is a holy day when the Church asks us to attend Mass. Masses in our parish are at 12:15pm and 7:30pm.

The parish office will now be closed until Tuesday 12 August.

Fr. Christopher Clohessy is covering the parish over the next few weeks and is available for emergency calls.

NOTE TO OUR CONTEMPORARY MUSIC GROUP We will next be singing and playing at the 11am Mass on Sunday, 4^th August and holding a practice beforehand between 7 to 8pm on Monday, 29^th July. If you are on holiday at that time, do have a nice and relaxing break; otherwise, it would be good to see you all at the practice and at the Mass. Please do come to the practice as well as the Mass as we’d like to run through the psalm, Our Father and other music. New singers and musicians who might like to join us would be made very welcome! Thanks.

A DATE FOR YOUR DIARY:SATURDAY 7 SEPTEMBER 2024 LONDON MARCH FOR LIFE

START: 10 am to 1 pm at The Emmanuel Centre, Masham Street, SW13DW (Workshops, stalls, talks)

MARCH: 1.30 pm t0 4.30 from Emmanuel Centre to Parliament Square

Please join us for the full day or the March section and show your support for LIFE: Abortion Isn’t Healthcare, Healthcare doesn’t kill.

Contacts: Isabel 07773501721 Ben 07885505116

KEEP THE DATE- SEPTEMBER 28th – PARISH COMMUNITY DAY: Hi Everyone,

We’re organising a community day on September 28th, actually more of a morning. The parish is invited and please invite your friends and family. All are welcome.

We want to showcase our voluntary activities and tell our parish about them. There will be refreshments available, so save the date and come along. We look forward to seeing you.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION: Dear Parents: It is wonderful that families in our parish our always enthusiastic about their children making their First Holy Communion. I am sure that many of us remember our own experience of First Communion; how special it is to receive Jesus into our lives in this unique and profound way. It is, of course, part of our own ongoing growth as Christians, as Children of God, and is the beginning of a lifetime of Communions – of being united with Jesus Christ who is our Lord and Saviour.

With every blessing

Fr. Adrian

Parish Priest

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 27^th July, 2024


			*Confessions 5:30-6:00pm on Saturday*
	Sat 27^th July	6 6:00pm		People of the Parish
	Sun 28^thJuly	9:00am		Tyronne Lobban INTS
	Sun 28^thJuly	11:00am		John McMorrow RIP ( 1^st Anniv)
	Mon 29^th July	9:30am		Olive Casserly RIP ( 1^st Anniv 28^th July)(Clare McGeady)
	Tues 30^th July	9:30am		Lorna Corrigan Gaynor RIP ( Sharon)
Wed 31^st July		9:30am		Maureen Lang RIP( Kendal Family)

	Thu 1^stAugust	9:30am		Nora -Herbert Farrell RIP
	Fri 2^ndAugust	9:30am		Len D’Cruz INTS ( Ruiz Family)


	Sat 3^rdAugust Sun 4^th August Sun 4^th August	6:00pm 9:00am 11:00am		People of the Parish Tess & Don Large INTS ( Veronica & Steve Short) Fr John Deehan INTS( M. Ryan)

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time-July 2024

St. Edmund of Canterbury & St. Thomas More

Parish Newsletter

16^th 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.

NEWSLETTER NOTICE FOR SUMMER: There will be one newsletter covering from 28 July, 2024 until the end of August, 2024.

MASS INTENTIONS NOTICE FOR SUMMER: All mass intentions starting from the weekend 3^rd August until-31^st August will be posted in the glass fronted notice board outside the church, on the website, and at the back of the church on the notice board.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:

Dear Parents

It is wonderful that families in our parish our always enthusiastic about their children making their First Holy Communion. I am sure that many of us remember our own experience of First Communion; how special it is to receive Jesus into our lives in this unique and profound way. It is, of course, part of our own ongoing growth as Christians, as Children of God, and is the beginning of a lifetime of Communions – of being united with Jesus Christ who is our Lord and Saviour.

With every blessing

Fr. Adrian

Parish Priest

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 31^st 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.

KEEP THE DATE- SEPTEMBER 28th – PARISH COMMUNITY DAY:

Hi Everyone,

We’re organising a community day on September 28th, actually more of a morning. The parish is invited and please invite your friends and family. All are welcome.

We want to showcase our voluntary activities and tell our parish about them. There will be refreshments available, so save the date and come along. We look forward to seeing you.

If you want to help on the day, please also contact John at the above email address.

Thank you.

THE DIVINE MERCY APOSTOLATE, LONDON: is holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 26 August 2024 from 10 am to 4:30 pm. The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus. All welcome. Call millie on 07957594646 for more information. Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria

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

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 20^th July, 2024


			*Confessions 5:30-6:00pm on Saturday*
	Sat 20^TH July	6 6:00pm		Les Langan RIP( Pauline & Barry Hatch)
	Sun 21^STJuly	9:00am		Bernard Campbell RIP( Campbell Family)
	Sun 21^STJuly	11:00am		People of the Parish
	Mon 22^ND July	9:30am		Michael & Sarah McLoughlin RIP
	Tues 23^RDJuly	9:30am		James Reid RIP( Maureen Kisly)
Wed 24^TH July		9:30am		Martha De Souza RIP( Frank Westcott)

	Thu 25^TH July	9:30am		Rosemary O’Rourke- Bday INTS( Pat & Margaret)
	Fri 26^THJuly	9:30am		Mary Ann Farrows & Family INTS ( Molloy Family)


	Sat 27^THJuly Sun 28^TH July Sun 29^TH July	6:00pm 9:00am 11:00am		People of the Parish Tyrone Lobban INTS John McMorrow RIP (1^st Anniv)

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time-July 2024

St. Edmund of Canterbury & St. Thomas More

Parish Newsletter

15^th 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 13^th & 14^th

This weekend 13^th &14th 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, 12^th OCTOBER 2024: On Saturday, 12^th 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 (ww w.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 30^th August.

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

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 13^th July	6 6:00pm		People of the Parish
	Sun 14^thJuly	9:00am		Remy- Birthday INTS ( May)( Pat & Margaret)
	Sun 14^th July	11:00am		Cecilia & Fred Adams RIP( Mary & Eddie Pointer)
	Mon 15^th July			NO MASS
	Tues 16^th July	9:30am		Vera Gamble(Anthony Family)
Wed 17^th July		9:30am		Jim Sullivan RIP

	Thur 18^th July	9:30am		Margaret Baldwin INTS
	Fri 19^th July	9:30am		Michael DoBosh RIP Anniv


	Sat 20^th July Sun 21^st July Sun 21^st July	6:00pm 9:00am 11:00am		Les Langan RIP( Pauline & Barry Hatch) Bernard Campbell RIP ( Campbell Family) People of the Parish

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time-July 2024

St. Edmund of Canterbury & St. Thomas More

Parish Newsletter

14^th 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 13^th & 14^th

Please note on the 13^th & 14^th July, 2024 there will be a second collection after the masses for Sea Sunday.

DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE: Join Bishop Alan on the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes (Friday 19 – Friday 26 July). There are five remaining places on the pilgrimage. To book, please go online as soon as possible: Brentwood Lourdes – Lourdes – Tangney Tours (tangney-tours.com)

BCYS SUMMER LOURDES PILGRIMAGE, 20^th – 27^th July 2024

A couple of last minute places have become available if anyone in school year 10+ still wishes to join this pilgrimage with the BCYS.

Full details on the pilgrimage and how to apply can be found at www.bcys.net/events/sl24 or email gabriellaskinner@brcdt.org

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, 12^th OCTOBER 2024:

On Saturday, 12^th 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/

ST. JOHN’S R.C. SCHOOL, TURPINS LANE, WOODFORD BRIDGE, IG8 8AX: Fete Saturday 13^th July 2024, 12pm to 4pm. Please join us for all-inclusive fun for the family. Races for all to enjoy, as well as side stalls, BBQ, cream teas, cakes, tombola and much more. www.stjohnsrcschool.co.uk

A DAY WITH MARY: at Westminster Cathedral on Saturday 13 July (9.45am to 5.00pm) further information is available at www.adaywithmary.org or http://www.eventcatholic.com/

THE DIVINE MERCY APOSTOLATE, LONDON is holding a Divine Mercy Lenten Retreat on Saturday 13 July 2024 from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm at St Mary Mother of God, 213 Hornchurch Road,

Hornchurch, Essex RM12 4TF

The Retreat will include teachings on the Message of Mercy, Stations of the Cross, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus. All Welcome. Please call Millie on 07957594646 for more information

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

NEWSLETTER: If you would like to receive the Parish Newsletter via E-mail each week, please contact Iain McLay bloggeriain@gmail.com this gives an extended version of the weekly bulletin. The Parish Newsletter can also be obtained and downloaded from the Parish website. They are always published on a Saturday Morning.

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 6th July, 2024


			*Confessions 5:30-6:00pm on Saturday*
	Sat 6^th July	6 6:00pm		People of the Parish
	Sun 7^thJuly	9:00am		Martha De Souza( Mary & Eddie Pointer)
	Sun 7^th July	11:00am		Maureen Lang( The Poulter Family)
	Mon 8^th July	9:00am		Patricia Wong INTS
	Tues 9^th July	9:30am		Veronica Short -Birthday INTS(Pat & Margaret)
Wed 10^th July		9:00am		Veronica Short – Birthday INTS( C)

	Thur 11^th July			NO MASS
	Fri 12^th July	9:30am		Margaret Baldwin INTS


	Sat 13^th July Sun 14^th July Sun 14^th July	6:00pm 9:00am 11:00am		People of the Parish Remy- Birthday INTS (May)( Pat & Margaret) Cecilia & Fred Adams RIP( Mary & Eddie Pointer)