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Roman Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth Registered Charity No. 246871
Corpus Christi Wokingham
South Berkshire Pastoral Area
Parish Priest: Fr David O’Sullivan Telephone: 0118 978 0348 Mob 0755 442 7063
Office e-mail: [email protected]
Fr David’s e-mail: [email protected]
16th July 2017 Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time ( Yr A)
Today’s gospel reading focuses on how we listen, and
more importantly how we respond to God’s Word. The
parable of the sower and the seeds illustrates the different
ways in which God’s Word is received or not received. The
seed sown on the path that grew quickly but was stolen by
the birds represents those of us who hear the Word but fail
to understand it. The Word eludes us. The seed sown on the rocky ground
represents those of us who hear the Word and receive it at once, but because the
seed has no roots it is short lived. When trial and tribulation rear their ugly heads
our commitment to God’s Word is abandoned because our faith wasn’t deep rooted
to begin with. The seed sown among thorns represents those of us who hear the
Word and would like to act upon it, but are so overwhelmed by worldly anxieties and
diversions that the Word bears no fruit. Lastly, the seed sown in rich soil represents
those of us who hear the Word, act upon it and realise results.
The Bible, and the teaching contained in it, is God’s legacy to us, so how do we go
about listening? Do we listen to the Sunday readings in a negative state of mind? Are
we expecting to be bored by the readings, confused or indifferent before one word is
even read? Do we ever re-read the missal at home to reflect on the readings we
have heard at Mass? Do we ever consider how the readings should be impacting our
lives? Do we ever leave Mass determining to lead our lives a little differently?
It’s obvious that a seed needs fertile ground to grow. Similarly, it’s obvious that we
need fertile hearts and open minds for God’s Word to seed and bear fruit. Today’s
challenge is to listen with an open mind, reflect and respond.
MASS TIMES
Saturday Vigil 15th July 6.30pm People of the Parish Sunday 16th July 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time 09.00am Rev John Keenan RIP 11.00am Symio Doherty RIP Monday 17th July No mass Tuesday 18th July 09.30 Michael Sigwaza RIP
Wednesday 19th July 09.30 Andrea Murphy—Intentions
Please remember to switch off your mobile phone before Mass God deserves all our attention Thank you.
Important Contacts.
Safeguarding: Richard Roberts 0118 978 9059 e-mail: [email protected] Other Priests in the area : Fr Marcus Brisley 01252 876820 Fr. Danny Mc Avoy 01344 425729, Fr Kevin Bidgood 01344 620591 Hospital / Home visits. Sick Communion, Baptism Preparation If you are sick or going into hospital and would like a visit or Holy Communion, call the office on 0118 978 0348 or call Fr. David. Baptisms—see Fr. David after Mass on any Sunday for further details
Thursday 20th July School Leavers Mass 09.30 Gaynor & Flaherty families
Intentions Friday 21st July 09.30 Conors Family Intentions Rosary after mass Saturday 22ndJuly St Mary Magdalene No morning mass Saturday Vigil 22nd July 6.00pm Confessisons 6.30pm John & Julia Harrington RIP Sunday 23rd July 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time 09.00 Christine Barnett RIP 11.00 People of the Parish
Parish Office Opening Times :- Tuesday to Friday, 09.00 to 13.00 The Parish Office is closed all day Monday Your Parish Administrator, Una Smith, can be contacted on Tel: 0118 978 0348 or email , [email protected]
In your prayers, please remember those who have recently died. Also pray for all who are sick, in hospital or housebound especially Eileen Hendy, Pam Sheridan, Mary Ann Froud, Daniel Sutton, Ruth Murphy, Miriam Terry, Joseph Nemeth, Hugh Dwan, Natalie Mahon, Tommy Hastings, Sr Veronica and Anne Timmins.
RISEyouth Summer School— For ages 13-18— 17th to 20th August
Drama-faith-games-prayer-fun-performance-friendship at St Cassian’s, Kintbury.
Please see the poster on our notice board for full details.
We have now entered the high summer month of July, a month in which we honour the Precious Blood of Jesus Christ. St. John XXIII especially wanted us to have a vibrant devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus, the price of our redemption, and the pledge of our salvation and eternal life. When we receive Holy Communion from the chalice during this month, let us pray that the Lord will wash away all our sins and forgive and convert those who bring bloodshed and violence to our world.
Feast day of St Mary Magdalene 22nd July The feast of St. Mary Magdalene is considered one of the most mystical of feasts, and it is said that of all the songs of the saints, that of Mary Magdalene is the sweetest and strongest because her love was so great. That love was praised by Jesus Himself who said that because much was forgiven her, she loved much. She was the first recorded witness to the resurrection of Jesus, His most ardent and loving follower. She had stood with Mary at the foot of the Cross on that brutal Good Friday afternoon and had been by Mary’s side during those difficult hours. On Easter morning, she went with the other women to the tomb and it was there, in the garden near the tomb, that Jesus appeared to her. It was she who brought the news of the Resurrection to the Apostles, and Peter and John raced to the tomb to see what had happened.
We are looking for new Ministers of the Word to join our team for Saturday 6.30pm mass. To find out more about this very important ministry, please contact the Parish Office .
Fanning The Flame— Summer Camp 21-25th August 2017 for ages 10-25 years For Faith, Fun and Fellowship— See poster on our notice board or email [email protected]
The Parish Picnic last weekend was a huge success! We were blessed with lovely warm weather and good company! The Social Committee would like to offer a huge thank you to Claire Robinson for generously hosting the event at Holme Grange School, the Catenians for their cooking skills, Lucy our lifeguard, at the pool and all our volunteers, young and old, who helped make the afternoon so special. There are a number of unclaimed raffle prizes, so please check your tickets and contact the Parish Office if you are lucky winner! Winning numbers were Pink 11, 93, 161 and Yellow 200, 167 and 91.
20-22ND OCT 2017 YOUNG (18-40) CATHOLIC ADULTS WEEKEND During the weekend of the 20-22 October 2017, Young Catholic Adults will be running a retreat at Douai Abbey, it will feature Fr. Lawrence Lew O.P. and Canon Poucin ICKSP. The weekend will be full-board. YCA will be running the weekend with the Schola Gregoriana of Cambridge of Cambridge who will be holding Gregorian Chant workshops. See our notice board for further details and booking information.
Last Week’s Collection : Standing Orders: £1,300 Envelopes: £214 Cash: £658 Apostleship of the Sea: £375
Thank you for your Contribution
Portsmouth Diocese Charity No: 246871
CAFOD Portsmouth Harvest Briefing - Join us at a special Harvest Briefing on Thursday 7 September from 7.30pm to 9pm at English Martyrs’ Church Hall, 64 Liebenrood Road, Reading RG30 2EB to hear more about CAFOD’s work in El Salvador, the focus of Harvest Fast Day. Please book a place in advance via 01252 329385 or [email protected] — Thank you.
There will be a retreat day for the deaf on Wednesday 9th August 2017 at St John’s Cathedral and Discovery Centre. This event will be fully sign-interpreted. The theme for the event is St Edith Stein. The day will begin at 10:45 and will include Mass at 12.15. Full details and booking form are available at the exits. If you are interested then please contact Fr Robin Ellwood on email, [email protected]
Please note: An extra time for the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Saturday at 6pm before mass
