News & Notices

Sunday 23rd May 2021

Pentecost, Cycle B

Fr. Paul has been advised by the hospital where he works to self isolate after being in contact with someone who has tested +ve for COVID 19.

So, the church will remain closed to a congregation on Friday 28th, Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th May and Tuesday 1st June.

It will reopen on Friday 4th June for a congregation to attend.

Fr. Paul will continue to celebrate and live stream Mass as usual whilst the church is closed to a congregation. Please keep him in your prayers.

This year we are using St. Mark's Gospel and the link below is for David Suchet's reading of it on YouTube. To watch please CONTROL & CLICK on the following link. St.Mark's Gospel read by David Suchet - YouTube

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Our church fully re-opened on 20th April 2021 for attending weekday Masses, Tuesday & Friday @ 10:00am, also Saturday at 6:00pm and Sunday at 11:00am. No booking is required, just turn up and give your name and contact number.

The Bishops of England have prepared a Pastoral Letter for Pentecost, Sunday 23rd May 2021, which can be read using the attached WORD Document (Bishops Letter - Pentecost 2021) at the bottom of this page. There is also a link to listen to it at the end of the document.

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Emmaus Bereavement Support Team consists of trained people across our Diocese to support and help those bereaved to cope with their loss. They will offer a service of listening and prayer for the bereaved to complement any support given by our parish. Bereavement is tough at any time but during COVID has been more difficult with family members unable to visit their relatives in Hospital or Care Homes. Should you wish to speak with the Team please contact either Fr. Paul or ring the Team on 07732 980 740 leaving your name and contact number and a member of the Team will get in touch.

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We have asked parishioners to pray the Our Father, Glory Be and Hail Mary on a daily basis at 7:30pm, or a suitable alternative time to suit, for our Prayer List, shown below. We would be pleased should anyone else be willing to join us. You might wish to light a candle at the same time.

For Sick relatives and friends Angela R: Teresa & Paul K’s daughter, Catherine: Raymond H, Kath A's brother; Tony T's mam, Veronica: Averill & Kevin R's daughter, Catherine: Fiona M suffering from rare spinal disorder: Nancy & Brendan C: Michael K suffering ongoing chest pains and shortness of breath: Jacqui H recovering from surgery: Polly Bassi's family whose mam died on 23rd April: Teresa K's family following death of Ruby: Jacqui H's nephew: Marj Winstanley awaiting cancer results: Christine E recovering from surgery: Christopher, aged 38 with terminal cancer:

All our Nurses, Doctors, Carers and all HNS Staff as they try to cope with the Coronavirus Pandemic

Recently Deceased – R.I.P. Eric R who died on 22nd March: Ruby who died on 5th April: Polly B's mam who died on 23rd April

Research Project - How can the Catholic community better support its members throughout the process of aging...

You are invited to participate in research conducted in partnership with Caritas Social Action Network, examining support for ageing in Catholic parish communities in England & Wales. The aim is that this research will produce recommendations that will be presented at the Catholics Bishops conference in spring 2021.

Click HERE for more information and to take part.

Please be aware that further scam emails supposedly from Fr. Paul are going around again. As noted by Fr. Paul earlier he will NEVER send emails to anyone seeking their support, financially or otherwise. Please ignore any such email you receive.

Fr. Paul celebrates and streams Mass on a Tuesday & Friday morning at 10:00am along with Saturday Vigil at 6:00pm and Sunday at 11:00am. These can all be viewed on our Facebook page, "St Paul's RC Church, Daily Mass" or via YouTube by using the links on the Home & Times Of Services Page on this Website approximately 1 hour after the start time.

Alternatively you can CONTROL and CLICK on the the direct YouTube link for St Paul's RC Church Cramlington which is

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCblWtG9tt7PhwnYRnalRElg/videos. Streams of all the Masses can be viewed at any time by clicking on the VIDEO box on the side of the "St Paul's RC Church, Daily Mass" Facebook page.

Below are a few of the links for celebrations we have had over the years. More can be found on our YouTube link / account:

https://youtu.be/qsy_Er2MSwA Fr. Eddie Gibbons' Silver Jubilee Celebration, 4th June 1991.

https://youtu.be/cLkpUlbVexI St. Paul's Choir Concert Songs Of Praise, 9th June 1991.

https://youtu.be/HIXhGS_ye0U St. Paul's Choir Concert at Blyth Methodist Church Flower Festival, 23rd June 1993.

For information regarding attending Mass in person, after we recommence, please see the "COVID 19 - Attending Mass" Page on this Website or our Facebook Page.

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PARISH MEMORIAL BOOK located in the side altar will soon be updated with all funerals held in the church added. Could parishioners please take the time to look through the book and let Fr. Paul and / or Peter Killen know of any omissions / amendments required.

CHURCH GRASS CUTTING Our present grass cutter, Mell B has given up his role and we thank him for his work over the years. We now seek a replacement [or replacements] to cut the grass twice a month during the summer using the ride on lawnmower. Please see John

BONUS BALL No more draws to take place until further notice

200 CLUB No more draws to take place until further notice

DO YOU GIFT AID? If you would like to join the scheme please see Sheila H. Thank you for your support. If you have not yet signed up and donate regularly by envelope or standing order and pay income tax please see Sheila H to complete a simple form.

KEEP IN YOUR HEART our sick and housebound brothers and sisters. They have walked and worshiped with us over the years and we miss them. Hopefully, it won’t be too long before we see them up and well. Spare a thought to, for their partners, who have put their lives on hold whilst they lovingly care for, comfort and inspire their sick loved one. We, as a Parish community, are proud of you and will support you in any way we can.... Just yell! If anyone would like a visit, to receive the sacraments at home or any other support please do get in touch.

HOPE CENTRE UNIFORM BANK – Tuesday & Thursday 10am - 2pm.

This centre is open in old Social Services building Forum Way for any unwanted/out grown school uniform either trousers, skirts, PE outfits etc. The Food Bank which is in the same building and open other days will be happy to take them for you. If you know of anyone who needs help with school uniform point them in their direction they are happy to help.

FOOD BANK HELP Could you spare the time to help at the Cramlngton Food Bank? This worthwhile cause is looking to expand and reach more people in need. If you think you can help please contact Joyce Docherty tel.01670 737808.

Your financial contributions over the past few years have been gratefully received. It is felt, however, that we could do a little more by collecting those surplus tins and non perishable items lurking in your cupboards at home. To this end a collection basket is in place at the back of church which will be there permanently to accept your items. The donations for cash box will remain. Your help for those less fortunate than ourselves is much appreciated. May God continue to bless you all for your generosity. Thank you.

CAFOD’s FREE WILL WRITING SERVICE offers you the opportunity to have your Will written professionally, by a solicitor, at no cost to you. You can have a weekday appointment with a local firm or via a telephone with a national firm. All they ask is you consider leaving them a legacy. More information is available via leaflets on the Notice Board or by telephoning Hannah on 020 7095 5367 or emailing legacy@cafod.org.uk Thank you.

PARTNERSHIP INFORMATION

Please see the new Partnership News Page on this Website.

DIOCESAN INFORMATION

The "WEAVINGS" The latest issue of The Weavings can be viewed or downloaded using the link at the bottom of this page.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Hospitals While the chaplains do their best to visit those in hospital and ensure they receive the Sacraments there have been several cases recently where patients have been missed as they simply did not know they were there. If you or a loved one are admitted you should be asked your religion and if you’d like to see a chaplain. Even if you are not asked please tell staff and be as clear as possible so that details can be entered onto the system. In an emergency please ask the ward staff to call the On-Call Catholic Chaplain and someone will be there ASAP. If you wish to inform the chaplains directly then please see details on the contacts page.

Peertalk A peer support group for those with mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, is now running in Newcastle at Brunswick Methodist Church, Newcastle, every Thursday evening, 7 – 8:30pm. This project is underpinned by the Methodist Church and offers a safe space to share without being judged. Be heard, respected and accepted, and receive peer support to help you work through mental health concerns.

Burials at St. John's, Annitsford Because of decreasing space availability, it was agreed by Fr. Harriott and the Parish Council that only a current member of St. John's Community (someone who attends Mass regularly and supports the parish) be buried or interred in the church grounds, unless there is space available into an existing family grave. Fr. Harriott and the FULL Parish Council ONLY have discretion to grant special permission for non-parishioners to be buried in the church grounds. Specification in a Will, should not automatically be taken by the Funeral Director as permission to a burial at St. John’s. We hope all will understand this decision the parish has had to take. Any questions regarding this should be forwarded to any member of St. John's Parish Council.