NOTICEBOARD

MONTH OF MARY The month of May is a time when the people of God express with intensity their love and devotion for the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is traditional in this month to pray the Rosary at home within the family. May is dedicated in a special way to honouring and seeking the intercession of Mary as the mother of God and Mother of the Church. This month of May which the faithful has especially dedicated to Our Blessed Lady, and it is the occasion for a “moving tribute of faith and love which Catholics in every part of the world pay to the Queen of Heaven. Christians, both in church and in the privacy of the home, offer up to Mary from their hearts an especially fervent and loving homage of prayer and veneration. In this month, too, the benefits of God’s mercy come down to us from her throne in greater abundance. The Rosary will be said after the 10.00am Mass Monday-Saturday in the month of May.

WORLD COMMUNICATION DAY  Sunday 12th May The Pope’s message follows the theme Artificial Intelligence and the Wisdom of the Heart: Towards a Fully Human Communication. The development of systems of artificial intelligence, to which I devoted my recent Message for the World Day of Peace, is radically affecting the world of information and communication, and through it, certain foundations of life in society. These changes affect everyone, not merely professionals in those fields. The rapid spread of astonishing innovations, whose workings and potential are beyond the ability of most of us to understand and appreciate, has proven both exciting and disorienting. This leads inevitably to deeper questions about the nature of human beings, our distinctiveness, and the future of the species homo sapiens in the age of artificial intelligence. How can we remain fully human and guide this cultural transformation to serve a good purpose? There will be a second collection this week after every mass.

PILGRIMAGE TO WALSINGHAM a journey filled with spiritual enrichment and community bonding. The trip promises a day of reflection, prayer, and camaraderie as we explore this significant pilgrimage site together. We will be joining the Union Catholic Mothers Mass when we arrive.

     Date: 2nd July,       Departure: 6:00 am by coach

       Return: 8:00 pm,   Coach Cost: £35 per person

You will need Badges for the day to enter the shrine they cost £8 this needs to be in by 15th May. The coach money needs to be in by 1st June. Please pay at the Parish Office.

We need a minimum of 50 people to make this trip possible, so please consider joining us for this memorable experience. Your participation will not only enrich your spiritual journey but also strengthen the bonds within our community. To secure your spot, kindly sign up using the form available at the back of the church. Your commitment is crucial, so please ensure you’ve signed up by 12th May.

If you have any questions or need further information, feel free to reach out to Anne Urgohide or contact the Parish Office.

Hospital/Sick Visits If you have a relative in hospital or at home that would like to receive Holy Communion please contact the Parish Office.

St Ambrose Wye There is a further review being undertaken of St Ambrose, Wye.  No decision has yet been made. This will be made by the Diocese and Bishop Paul Hendricks. Further updates will follow.

PLEASE NOTE  there will be no tea or coffee after the 10.30am or 12.30pm Masses on Sunday 19th May . We will be preparing the hall for the Confirmation Party.

Memorial Garden Our Memorial garden, dedicated to honouring the memory of loved ones, holds a special place in many people’s hearts. Maintaining its sanctity involves more than just keeping it free of physical clutter. It’s about preserving the emotional sanctity and tranquillity of the space as well. We have noticed lots of food and rubbish being left in the Memorial garden. Can we please remember this is a sacred space. Thank you.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2023/2024: The next meeting for Parents and Children will be Saturday 4th May at 11.00am in the Church.

CONFIRMATION 2023/2024: The next meeting for Candidates will be Thursday 9th May at 7.15pm in the Parish Hall. (Please be prompt as we are going to Mass). Our Retreat Day to Minster Abbey is Saturday 11th May meet at 8.30am at Church.

POST CONFIRMATION/YOUTH CARITAS Meeting on Thursday 23rd May at 7.30pm in the Parish Hall. All young people are invited to come along aged 14 years upwards.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY:

Confirmation Mass with the Auxiliary Bishop for Kent Bishop Paul Hendricks on Sunday 19th May at 3.00pm.

First Holy Communion Masses Saturday 25th May  at 10.00am and Saturday 1st June at 10.00am. Please keep our young people in your Prayers.

Next CAFÉ Caritas – Saturday 27th April and 11th May at 10.30am. Please come along for a chat and cuppa and make friends. You are very welcome to invite someone (not required to be a Catholic or of any faith) and share time together.

Next CARITAS GROUP FORMATION MEETING will be on Tuesday 7th May at 7.30pm.