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WELCOME and many thanks to Fr Harrison and Fr Flynn who will be celebrating today's Masses and Fr Cross who will be covering the weekday Masses. Fr John returns from the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes on Friday.

DAY FOR LIFE is celebrated today. This year its theme is the meaning of Christian death and care for those who are dying. A retiring collection will be taken for life-related causes supported by the Church. Gift-Aid envelopes are available for those who might like to contribute in this way.

WEDNESDAY WORD Copies of this are at the back of Church. Its aim is to help us prepare for the following Sunday's readings. This free resource is also available online at www.wednesdayword.org

TEA & COFFEE served in the hall after the 9.30am Mass.

FAIRTRADE goods on sale in the hall after 9.30 Mass next weekend. Goebars on special offer at 20p each!

GARDEN PARTY  This was a great success, in spite of the uncertain weather! In fact the sun did break through for a time and a magnificent sum of £2849.82 was raised! This includes donations and sponsorship: a balance sheet is on the board. Thanks to all who came along. Most of all, many thanks to the Social Group and all who worked with them, for a great team effort and a most enjoyable afternoon

BURKINA FASO: thanks to those who have sponsored the bikers or made donations to the appeal to raise £5000.The appeal is still open; please use the envelopes at the back of church and include your name & address if you wish to GiftAid the donation. Cheques payable to St Joseph's parish, please. Outstanding sponsorship money should be paid as soon as possible.

 

VISIT OF POPE BENEDICT XVI, 16-19 SEP: The deadline has passed for tickets. We have 24 parishioners, including a number of young people attending the Beatification Mass of Cardinal Newman in Birmingham. Two young adults will be attending the Vigil in Hyde Park through the Diocesan Youth Service. Please pray for the Holy Father and for many graces during his visit to our country in September.You can keep up to date with information via the Papal Visit website www.thepapalvisit.org.uk

Signing is used at our Saturday Evening Vigil Mass and at 9.30am Sunday Children's Masses (usually 3rd Sunday of the month)
Wheelchair/Pushchair Access:
The doors at the top of the ramp are always opened prior to masses each weekend, and welcomers will be happy to help those who need assistance to get in.

THE HOLY FATHER’S MISSION INTENTION FOR JULY:
That the World Youth Day held in Sydney, Australia, may awaken the fire of divine love in young people and make them sowers of hope for a new humanity.
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