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LENTEN REFLECTION & STATIONS OF THE CROSS A Lenten Journey Reflection on Fridays, followed by the Stations of the Cross. The time is 7 pm. | CONFESSIONS DURING LENT
Saturdays: After morning Mass. (During Holy Hour) Time: 10:45AM to 11:15 AM
Before Saturday Vigil Mass. Time: 5: 45 PM to 6:15 PM | PARISH RECONCILIATION (Penitential) Service: Wednesday, 9th April. Time: 7 PM
Holy Week: Monday to Wednesday after morning masses Time: 9:40 AM to 10:40 AM |
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Second Sunday of Lent Year C 2025
God’s faithfulness invites us to trust.
This Sunday’s first reading recounts God’s covenant with Abraham, a promise of faithfulness to which Abraham was called to respond with trust. During Lent, we are invited to reflect on God's all-surpassing faithfulness through the ages, fully manifested on the Cross.
In Jesus, God seals an eternal covenant and invites us to embrace it with trust. We do that by trusting in God’s promises and resisting the temptations that come our way while fixing our hearts on our true homeland in heaven so that we do not become enemies of the cross as St. Paul warns us against. He tells us to stand firm. (Philippians 4:1).
To strengthen our faith, Jesus took his disciples to Mount Tabor and transfigured before them: Firstly, to reassure them of his identity, that in difficult times, they would remember in whom they had put their trust. Similarly, we must recall God’s past faithfulness in our moments of trials. Secondly, the Transfiguration points to the glory that awaits us when our lowly bodies are transformed into His glorious body. Lastly, as the fulfilment of the Law and the Prophets, we are to listen to Jesus, who alone is the Way, the Truth and the Life.
Lord, may the contemplation of your faithfulness strengthen our trust in you.
Happy Sunday Fr Chinedu
FIRST SCRUTINY
Next Sunday is the third Sunday of Lent, when the RCIA candidate have their first scrutiny. Eric will be having his first scrutiny during the 10:30 am Mass. Please keep the candidate in your prayers as he prepares for the reception of the sacraments at the Easter Vigil.
CAFOD
There is a second collection after masses this weekend for the Lent Fast Day Offerings.
OUR LADY OF WALSINGHAM
There will be a second collection next weekend in support of our National Shrine .
FEAST OF THE ANNUNCIATION
Our parish feast of the Annunciation is on Tuesday, 25th March at 7.30pm. This will be followed by light refreshments in the Parish Centre. After the Mass, we will proceed to the hall. We invite you, our parishioners, to bring with you your special dishes to be shared with others. Drinks shall be provided by the parish. Please give your names and contact numbers to the Stewards if you would like to support the parish feast by volunteering. Thank you .
LENTEN REFLECTION AND STATIONS OF THE CROSS
During this Lenten season, there will be a Lenten Journey Reflection on Fridays, followed by the Stations of the Cross. The time is 7pm.
RECENTLY DECEASED
Angela Mansi, former parishioner. May her soul and the souls of the departed rest in peace.
REDISCOVER YOUR MARRIAGE
Retrouvaille offers you the chance to rediscover yourself, your spouse, and a loving relationship in your marriage. 10s of 1000s headed for divorce have successfully saved their marriages by attending and using the tools provided. There is no group therapy or group work. The next programme commences with a weekend in Welwyn Garden City on 20th - 22nd June 2025 Call or text 07887 296983 or 07973 380443, email retrouvailleukinfo@gmail.com - or visit www.retrouvaille.org.uk
CONFESSIONS DURING LENT
Saturdays: After morning Mass. (During Holy Hour) Time: 10:45AM to 11:15 AM
Before Saturday Vigil Mass. Time: 5: 45 PM to 6:15 PM
Parish Reconciliation (Penitential) Service: Wednesday, 9th April. Time: 7 PM
Holy Week: Monday to Wednesday after morning masses Time: 9:40 AM to 10:40 AM
CARDINAL'S LENTEN APPEAL 2025
This Holy Year invites us to be ‘Pilgrims of Hope’. We invite you to consider supporting work being done in the Diocese of Westminster to bring hope into many lives. Donation envelopes are available today, and you can also contribute online using the QR code. Found on the envelopes and the poster on the notice board. Thank you for your kindness and support.
BAPTISM PREPARATION
There will be a preparation session for parents who wish to have their baby baptised Sunday 6th April at 4pm in the church.
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