Bulletin - 4th June 2017

Post date: Jun 02, 2017 10:21:20 AM

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST - ANNITSFORD

Fr. Richard B. Harriott tel. 0191 2500200

email – annitsford.stjohnbaptist@rcdhn.org.uk

MASSES

PENTECOST SUNDAY

4^th JUNE 2017

CONFESSIONS

By appointment. Please speak to Fr. Harriott

PARISH REGISTER – If you have changed or have a new mobile telephone number or email address please complete a Parish Register Form available at the back of church and hand to Fr. Harriott. Thank You

NEW PARISHIONERS - If you are a new member of the parish, would you please make yourself known to Fr. Harriott or a member of the Parish Council and complete a form available at the back of church.

OFFERTORIES -

World Communications Day - £133.55

A retiring collection will be taken today for the Lay Training Fund.

A retiring collection will be taken next week for Human Life.

4^th June 2017 Readers – another & K. Dawson Ems – Z. Gray-Johnson, S. Hall & M. Cowan

Teas – Rob & Barbara Wareing

11^th June 2017 Readers – M. Cowan & C. Gibbs Ems – M. Mills, S. Harnwell & J. Coulson

Teas – Heather & Peter Farrier

BAPTISM – Please remember Charlie James Allison who will be baptised today (Sunday 4^th June 2017)

COFFEE AFTERNOONS – The next two Coffee Afternoons will be this Thurs. 8^th June 2017 and Thurs. 14^th July 2 at 1.30pm. These are open to ALL, not just parishioners, Please come along and invite a friend and/or your neighbour.

SAFEGUARDING REVIEW – The parish is currently carrying out a review of all the Safeguarding documentation to comply with the Diocese requirements.

GARDEN PARTY – An appeal for items for the Tombola Stall. There will be a box in the porch next Sunday for your items. Cake & Home Cooking items will be requested nearer the Garden Party date.

DIOCESAN LOURDES PILGRIMAGE 2017 - 28^th July-4^th August. Please see noticeboard for additional information.

Appeal for Nurses to help with Sick Pilgrims – Please contact Fr. Peter Stott tel. 01670 513410 or by email - lourdes@rcdhn.org.uk

CAR PARKING – Can we request that cars are parked within the lines of the external car park. Additional spaces and the footpath are being blocked by not parking correctly. Thank you for your cooperation.

A VOICE OF PEACE - A Voice of Peace - “Can I give him my eyes?"

These are the words Richard Moore's father spoke when he realised that the rubber bullet fired by a British soldier had blinded his 10 year old son on his way home from school. Richard's own journey began that day and has led to an incredible story of forgiveness, reconciliation with the soldier and to working around the world to protect children in areas of conflict.

Come and hear Richard on Monday 12^th June at 6pm at St. Cuthbert's Primary School, Lovaine Place, North Shields NE29 0BU (short walk from the Metro, also buses from Newcastle City Centre). See poster in the porch.

ADDITIONAL PARISH & DIOCESAN INFORMATION- can be obtained from the Parish website https://sites.google.com/site/stjohnsannitsford. Anyone experiencing problems accessing the site, please contact Jerry Laidler on 07801 452372

Know of any community focused event/activity, then please let us know and we will try our best to publicise.

Bus to depart St. Johns at 11:15am Picnic/BBQ on Beach from 12.30pm Please bring with you your BBQ or picnic to share. CAFOD pilgrimage across the causeway will begin at 1.00pm So, you will arrive in plenty of time for those who want to walk the causeway. A liturgy at St. Aidan's RC Church at 1.30pm Family Fun and Games 1.45pm – 2.45pm Relax and Socialise 3pm CAFOD Mass of Thanksgiving will be at 4.00pm in the Priory Church of St Mary and will be celebrated by Fr Chris Hughes Confirmation candidates will take part in the Mass Return to coach 5:30pm And on to … Fish & Chips at Seahouses on the way home J Yum

All are welcome and we will be inviting all in our partnership

There is a list at the back of church so please put your name down if you need

Bus transport to and from Holy Island.

We’d be grateful if you would also indicate if you will be walking the causeway.

A Voice of Peace - “Can I give him my eyes?”

These are the words Richard Moore’s father spoke when he realised that the rubber bullet fired by a British soldier had blinded his 10-year old son on his way home from school. Richard’s own journey began that day and has led to an incredible story of forgiveness, reconciliation with the soldier and to working around the world to protect children in areas of conflict.

Come and hear Richard on Monday 12 June at 6pm at St Cuthbert’s Primary School, Lovaine Place, North Shields, NE29 0BU (Short walks from Metro and buses from Newcastle city centre)

More information from the Department for Spirituality, telephone 0191 243 3302 or email spirituality@diocesehn.org.uk

Diocesan Festival – 24^th & 25^th June

This year’s festival takes place on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 June at the Emmaus Youth Village. Come and experience this event which offers an inspiring programme for adults, young people and children.

As we move into new partnerships in our Diocese and face the joys and challenges of being a disciple of Jesus in a changing world, the festival offers us a chance to reflect and to be inspired. This year’s theme is ‘Changing Hearts: The Challenge of Discipleship’. Clare Dixon will speak about the life of Oscar Romero, whose centenary we celebrate this year. RISE Theatre will present a drama about this martyr of our own times. There will be talks from David Wells and Sr Judith Russi. The programme also includes prayer, liturgy, discussion, music and time to relax. It’s a great way to see first-hand how our Youth celebrate their faith

For further information please see Kathryn Maggs (Booking Form: http://www.ymt.org/diocesan-festival-2017.html)

St. John’s Youth Council - Updates and Events

Holy Island Trip – For All The Family – 1^st July 2017

You and your lovely family are invited to St. John’s Holy Island Trip.

This year’s Holy Island trip will be on Saturday 1^st July.

You will have the opportunity to take part in a number of activities or simply enjoy your time relaxing and enjoying the scenery and one another’s company.

On the same day, CAFOD Holy Island Pilgrimage is also taking place as well as a celebration of Northumberland’s confirmation candidates led by Deacon Tony Turner.

Therefore, we have organised activities to incorporate all that is going on that day. Simply turn up and enjoy – there is something for everyone J

A summary of timings and activities is outlined below: