St Teresa Rochford & St Pius X Hockley 109 Ashingdon Road, Rochford, Essex SS4 1RF [email protected]www.rcrochford.org. 01702 544334 07919 416263 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time The fatherhood of the Apostles and their successors, the Church’s priests and bishops, is a spiritual paternity given to raise us as God’s children. Our fathers give us new life in Baptism, and feed us the spiritual milk of the Gospel and the Eucharist. That’s why Paul, in today’s Epistle, can also compare himself to a nursing mother. God’s fatherhood likewise transcends all human notions of fatherhood and motherhood. Perhaps that’s why the Psalm chosen for today includes one of the rare biblical images of God’s maternal care. His only Son has shown us the Father coming to gather His children as a hen gathers her young. We’re all brothers and sisters, our Lord tells us today. And all of us—even our spiritual fathers —are to trust in Him, humbly, like children on our mothers’ laps. Have a blessed, worshipful and loving week. Fr Gerry Welcome This Sunday we welcome into the family of God’s Church David Croll who will be received into Full Communion with the Church at the 10.30 Mass by kind permission of Bishop Alan. I am sure that you will join me in offering David your prayers and love on this special day. What is happening in our parish this week Monday 9.10 am - Morning Prayer 9.30 am - Mass 5.00 pm - Legion of Mary (Narthex) Tuesday 7.10 pm - Evening Prayer 7.30 pm - Healing Mass 8.00 pm - RCIA Wednesday 9.30 am - Mass 10.00 am - St Teresa’s Mother & Baby Group (Parish Centre) Thursday 9.10 am - Morning Prayer 9.30 am - Mass 10 - 10.30 am - Adoration Friday 9.10 am - Morning Prayer 9.30 am - Mass 3.30 pm - Adoration Saturday 9.10 am - Morning Prayer 9.30 am - Mass 5.00 pm - Reconciliation-St Teresa’s 5.30 pm - Mass Sunday 9.00 am - Mass (St Pius X) 10.30 am - Mass 11.30 am - Coffee Morning led by 6th Rochford
The fatherhood of the Apostles and their successors, the Church’s priests and bishops, is a spiritual paternity given to raise us as God’s children. Our fathers give us new life in Baptism, and feed us the spiritual milk of the Gospel and the Eucharist. That’s why Paul, in today’s Epistle, can also compare himself to a nursing mother. God’s fatherhood likewise transcends all human notions of fatherhood and motherhood. Perhaps that’s why the Psalm chosen for today includes one of the rare biblical images of God’s maternal care. His only Son has shown us the Father coming to gather His children as a hen gathers her young. We’re all brothers and sisters, our Lord tells us today. And all of us—even our spiritual fathers—are to trust in Him, humbly, like children on our mothers’ laps.
Have a blessed, worshipful and loving week.
Fr Gerry
WelcomeThis Sunday we welcome into the family of God’s Church David Croll who will be received into Full Communion with the Church at the 10.30 Mass by kind permission of Bishop Alan.I am sure that you will join me in offering David your prayers and love on this special day.
What is happening in our parish this week
Monday 9.10 am - Morning Prayer 9.30 am - Mass 5.00 pm - Legion of Mary (Narthex) Tuesday 7.10 pm - Evening Prayer 7.30 pm - Healing Mass 8.00 pm - RCIA Wednesday 9.30 am - Mass 10.00 am - St Teresa’s Mother & Baby Group (Parish Centre) Thursday 9.10 am - Morning Prayer 9.30 am - Mass 10 - 10.30 am - Adoration Friday 9.10 am - Morning Prayer 9.30 am - Mass 3.30 pm - Adoration Saturday 9.10 am - Morning Prayer 9.30 am - Mass 5.00 pm - Reconciliation-St Teresa’s 5.30 pm - Mass Sunday 9.00 am - Mass (St Pius X) 10.30 am - Mass 11.30 am - Coffee Morning led by 6th Rochford
The Legion of Mary is here to serve our parish beneath the standard of Our Lady’s loving care. If you or a loved one would like a visit please leave your details in the 'Legion of Mary Box' in the church porch . We meet at 5.00pm every Monday. All are very welcome. Legion of Mary Juniors meet on Mondays at St. Teresa's school- 3.15-4.30pm. New members are always welcome. St Vincent de Paul Society - Turning concern into action If you can help in any way please call David Whines on 01702 205269. This SVP is based at Our Lady of Ransom, Rayleigh.
Adoration Every Friday 3.30pm -4.30
Diocese Events
Summer Lourdes 2018, 22nd – 29th July 2018 For those wishing to book a place on our Summer Lourdes pilgrimage next year, we are now taking applications and will continue to take these until 31st January 2018. For more information and prices, and to apply please visit www.bcys.net. All applications must be made online. The pilgrimage is open to all those currently in school year 10 and above. On Saturday 9th December we will be saying goodbye to Walsingham
House at Canvey Island, before we move to Abbotswick in January. There will be Adoration in the Chapel, an exhibition of Walsingham House over the years from Chingford and Canvey and refreshments available in the dining room. The house will be open from 12-4pm and all are warmly invited to attend.
Blessing of GravesA number of our priests will be blessing graves at Sutton Road Cemetery on Sunday 12th November from 3pm. If you would like the grave of a loved one blessed please do come along.
Sacramental Programmes
RCIA - 7th - November at 8pm. We will be looking at: Why we believe God conquers evil. Why we believe in Jesus Why we believe in the Resurrection. All very welcome. Reconciliation - First Saturday in every month at St Pius X or every Saturday at 5pm. Baptism - Please speak to Fr Gerry after Mass First Holy Communion - Parents meet on the 7th November at 8pm. Confirmation - 26th November after 10.30 Mass.
Dates for your Diary 7th November - Healing Mass at St Teresa’s Church @ 7.30pm
12th December @ 10.30am - Mass at St Teresa’s for the sick and housebound of our parish. Tea and cake will be served afterwards. If you are able to assist our parishioners to attend this Mass please let me know. Thank you.
Parish Social Events How I can support my parish and have fun doing it! 2nd December - World Food Day Come and enjoy food from all around the world without leaving the room. Our cuisine this year will be:
French, Spanish, Italian, Indian , Mexican and Asian. Tickets are £10 each which includes all the food you can eat! Tickets for
this event are limited due to space so please let Christine know if you would like tickets on 07525 248298. We also offer an evening of
great fun and friendship.
Sat 9th Dec: Christmas Mini~Market Setting up outside St Pius X after 9.30 Mass (please pray for good weather!) If you would like to help with this festive event and raise much needed funds for our parish - please speak to Heather or Tracey: 07975964726. Christmassy donations beforehand greatly appreciated (just bring them to church) and cakes on the day most welcome..... Let's meet and greet the Saturday shoppers and raise our Catholic presence in Hockley at the same time!
17th December at 5pm - Family Carol Service followed by mulled wine and mince pies. If you play an instrument and would like to join us please ask for a music pack.
24th June - Parish Summer Party - we have a Festival Theme this Year.
8th July 2018 - Pastoral from Bishop Alan.
Parish Pilgrimage to the Holy Land 5th - 13th June 9 Days / 8 nights See the Gospel come to life by following the footsteps of Jesus in the
Parish Morning of Prayer Sat 18th Nov
9.00 am - Morning Prayer 9.30 am - Mass 10.00am - Coffee 10.30am - Talk by Fr Gerry 11am -12 noon - Exposition concluding with midday Office Looking forward to seeing you all there.
Holy Land. For further information please ask Fr Gerry. Application forms can be found at the back of the church.
Coffee Mornings This Sunday after 10.30 Mass there will
be a coffee morning in aid of Mary’s Meals. Why not stay a while after Mass and have a chat with friends old and new and find out what is happening
in your pa r i sh . Your support is appreciated as always. Message from Noah & Connie Thank you to everybody who donated in today’s coffee morning. With your help this fabulous charity can continue to provide much needed assistance for those suffering with mental illnesses. We are happy to tell you that together we raised £81. Noah & Connie xx
David Pearce Ordination Members of the Legion of Mary and parishioners have been praying for David during his training for the priesthood. David has invited the Legion to his Ordination on 2nd December at St Teresa’s Church, Lexden. A coach has been booked and there are spare seats for any parishioners who would like to join us on Davis’s special day. To book a seat please contact Gerald Miller (207234) of Clare Chandler (200353)
Serving the Homeless Presents
Songs from the Musical with Elizabeth Upsher including an Italian
Buffet Supper. at The Parish Centre of our Lady of
Lourdes Sat 18th November 2017
7.30pm - 10pm Tickets £12 Each
For tickets phone Theresa (335122), Jo (474062) or Linda (558217) Please bring your own drinks
News from St Teresa’s School
St Teresa’s school will be holding an open evening on Mon 6th November 3.30 - 6pm
If you have a child who is looking to start school next
September or have friends or family who are interested in seeing our school please feel free to come along. We look forward to welcoming you. Christmas Market - 25th November Our school is busy preparing for this event and extends a warm welcome to you all.
Finance 1st Collection 8th October - £980.99 (Includes Standing Orders of £245) Finances are not good. Please be as generous as you can. Thank you
Quote from the Legion of Mary'My soul shall be scented with Heaven, if it be touched by you, O Mary.' Taken from the prayer book of the Family of the Immaculate Heart of Mary .
Weekly Prayers-That each one of us may know more deeply the love God has for us, and that we may have the courage to share His love. Sunday: The Sick: Jules McFadden, Joyce Hall, Renate Butler, Angela Read, Jonathan Somervell, Lily-Rose Robinson, Andrew Stevens,. The people of the Middle East and especially our Christian brothers and sisters.
Monday: The Sick: Brian Meyers, Louise Knight, Elaine Liddon, Cory Lees, Anthony George, Christopher Carr, Mary Smith and all those in hospital. Those who are moving into Notes and Elizabeth Gardens. Those who live in Old Ship Lane, Gatscombe Close, Hawkwell Park Drive, Station Approach & The Tyrells.
Tuesday: The Sick: Mary Reilly, Joe Nagle, Georgina Cook, Pat Murray, Christina Thomas, Eve Stocks, Jim Beck, Julia Lamb, Sarah Knight, Edward Cunado, Chris Godfrey. For the people of Rochford Methodist Church and their Minister Revd Stephen Watts.
Wednesday: Kevin Cosset, Gabriella Prideaux, Alan Gunn, Liam Hanna, Emily Gough, Ethan Adlum, William McArthur,
Margaret Hennessy, Sarah Fisher, Marjorie Jay, Jeannette Oatley. For the Queen and her ministers, that they may govern us wisely.
Thursday: The Sick: Theresa Igoe, Ron & Jackie Gravestock, John Vasey, Baby David, Mary Norris, Vera Moore, Sheila Van de Vyver, Len Smith, Sarah Jane Jackson, Ava Hallmark. The Farming Community.Our Student Priests: Rick, Patrick, David, Gary, Michael , Adr ian, Paschal , Eamonn, Alexander, Tony, Damien & Jonathan.
Friday: The recently departed: John Johnson & Michael McCarthy. Those whose anniversaries fall this week: Chris Sargeant, Michael Horan, Gwendoline Waterlow, Alf Pike, Tony Phillips, Madge Rowley, Bozena Rogers, Carmelo Parisio & Clementine Schembri.
Saturday: The Sick: Simone Miller, Ian Chandler, Bartly Igoe, Andy Dawes, Padraig Evers, Oliver Kelly, Helen Clapp, Terry Purton, Gareth Lewis, Vicki Robinson, Samantha Robinson, Sianne Robinson.
Sat 5.30pmThirty-First Sunday in
Ordinary Time
Deceased Legionaries of Mary
Sun 5 9.00am St Pius X Pro Populo
10.30am John Colvill RIP AC
Mon 6 No Mass TodayTues 7 7.30pmWed 8 9.30amThur 9 9.30am Dedication of the
Lateran BasilicaFriday 10 9.30am S Leo the Great, P, DSat 11 9.30am St
