1 The Good Shepherd Roman Catholic Diocese of Leeds - Registered Charity No. 249404 Royal Fold, New Road, Mytholmroyd, HX7 5EA Parish Priest: Rev Fr Larkin Telephone:01422 832085 Website: www.thegoodshepherd.org.uk Facebook The Good Shepherd Halifax Deanery www.halifax-deanery.org.uk Sacred Heart School www.sacredheart.calderdale.sch.uk Emails: Parish Priest [email protected]Sunday 24th March 2019 3 rd Sunday of Lent Year C (p160) MUSIC FOR TODAY’S LITURGY Processional 795 Holy, Holy, Holy 570 Gloria --- Memorial Acclamation 571 Gospel Acclamation 184 Communion 756 Offertory 603 Recessional 230 ACCOMPANIMENT THIS WEEK: Music Group Thank you READERS THIS WEEK NEXT WEEK 9.30am BRIAN LAWRENCE FRANK FLYNN ANNIS PEART-BINNS DAVID McMAHON JOHN DUFFY JANET ALMOND READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY 1 st Reading: Exodus 3:1-8a, 13-15 2 nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:1-6, 10-12 Gospel: Luke 13: 1-9 These are the Bible references for each Sunday reading - so that these can be reflected upon at home – this coming week. Sometimes by re-visiting a passage we discover different aspects of God’s Word for us. LENT LUNCHES (CHURCHES TOGETHER) All monies raised will be going to a project to reduce unemployment in Ghana. 24th March St Michaels 12.15 – 1.00pm 31st March Quakers 12.15 – 1.00pm 7th April Hope Baptists 12.00 – 1.00pm 14th April Hebden Royd Methodists 12.00 - 12.45pm
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The Good Shepherd Roman Catholic Diocese of Leeds - Registered Charity No. 249404
Royal Fold, New Road, Mytholmroyd, HX7 5EA Parish Priest: Rev Fr Larkin
READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY 1st Reading: Exodus 3:1-8a, 13-15 2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 10:1-6, 10-12 Gospel: Luke 13: 1-9 These are the Bible references for each Sunday reading - so that these can be reflected upon at home – this coming week. Sometimes by re-visiting a passage we discover different aspects of God’s Word for us.
LENT LUNCHES (CHURCHES TOGETHER) All monies raised will be going to a project to reduce unemployment in Ghana.
OUR SICK: Alice Baker, Michael Mackenzie, Mary Harwood, Mary Howard, Pam Shand, Dorothy Morley, Edna Harwood, Marie Huddleston, Rosa Maria Santos - in addition to those mentioned on the Prayer Tree. CLERGY: Fr David Drake-Brockman, Fr Peter Smith, Deacon Patrick Kelly, Fr John Kelly, Fr Colum Kelly, Fr Eugene McGillycuddy. LATELY DEAD: Fr Angelo Philips, Josie Masters, Norma Edwards, Fr Sean Leonard, Fr Gerry Hargreaves, Bernard Wood, Eric Carter. ANNIVERSARIES: All those whose anniversaries occur about this time. May they rest in peace and rise in glory.
NO STATIONS OF THE CROSS THIS FRIDAY AS THERE IS A REQUIEM MASS
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DAY BY DAY BOOKLETS FOR LENT (copies still available) These booklets are available at the back of church for you to use during Lent. There are Infant and Junior versions for your children and grandchildren. Please avail yourself of these great little booklets.
LUNCHEON CLUB DONATION Some time ago the Good Shepherd Luncheon Club donated £500 to a charity named “Mary’s Meals”. This charity provides meals for children in developing world countries who otherwise would not have regular food. We have recently received a thank you letter gratefully acknowledging our donation. A bonus to our donation is the fact that the UK government will match the amount that we have given. In effect then the charity benefits to the tune of £1000! It is a pleasing thought that we as older people eating in Mytholmroyd can have a wider impact by also helping young people in the world to eat. Thanks therefore must go to the people who steadfastly staff the luncheon club as well as the patrons who use our service. Thank you all for your support. Doris Moorhead
CATHOLIC CARE APPEAL 2019
The Annual Appeal for Catholic Care will take place over the weekend of 30th and 31th March. The Charity undertakes so much good work, caring for those who are disadvantaged, vulnerable and marginalised, including those with disabilities, babies, children and families, older people including the retired Priests, and much work reaching out into the community. These are financially challenging times, especially for our community work. Please give as generously as you are able.
DAY OF RECONCILIATION AT LEEDS CATHEDRAL Thursday 11th April 2019 from 7am – 7pm. Confessions will be available throughout the day.
REV FR ANGELO PHILLIPS RIP Of your charity please pray for the repose of Fr Angelo’s soul and remember his family and friends in your prayers at this time. Arrangements - Tuesday 26th March 12.00 noon - Funeral Mass, St Robert’s Church, Robert Street, Harrogate. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.
CHILDREN'S STATIONS OF THE CROSS There will be a Children's Stations of the Cross on Friday 29th March at 3.30 pm. Pizza afterwards. Can you let me know if your child is joining me so I know how much to buy? I can be there for 3pm so children can arrive from then. Parents/carers welcome to stay (either joining in or socializing in lounge)! Jo Woodhead
CAFOD LENT FAMILY FAST DAY
Please hand in your collection envelopes at the back of church.
Drought, floods and storms are having a devastating impact on our global family. Thank you. Bernadette Gibson
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LENTEN CONFESSIONS (SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION) Saturdays, 10.30 – 11.00am They say the biggest mistakes we make in life are the ones we make with our eyes wide open—the ones where we know what we are doing, and decide to do it anyway. I would like to invite you to the sacrament of reconciliation - an opportunity for individual confession on Saturdays during Lent at 10.30 - 11.00am except Saturday of Holy Week. But don’t let nerves hold you back. However long it has been, however bad the sin, however embarrassed you feel – don’t let anything stop you from going to confession. Remember that it is the Lord we meet in confession. Christ touches our life through each sacrament. Every priest will keep your confession absolutely secret for the rest of his life.
GOOD SHEPHERD CONSULTORS MEETING The Consultors Group met last Tuesday (19th March) and approved an Action Plan based on the findings of the Parish Review. Owing to recent bad weather when the January meeting was cancelled the Action Plan was delayed. Several items on the Action Plan have already been put into action since the Review was published last October. A summary of the Action Plan will be available soon.
CALDER VOICE - SPECIAL EDITION I am putting together a Calder Voice which is going to be a special edition focusing on the Good Shepherd parish’s international connections. We hope to have it published for Holy Week. If you have any interesting contributions please send them to me for inclusion. Sean Morris – editor Calder Voice
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS
We tend to shun thinking about death and preparations for funerals. But sometimes a little preparation can help, especially those who are left behind. It might be an idea to have a chat with your family and friends about your funeral arrangement – Requiem Mass or funeral Service, Hymns, Scripture Readings. This will then be written down and placed with your papers in a safe place, so that when the time comes we will know what to do.
WOMEN PEACEMAKERS TALK I'm writing to alert you to an event in Bradford Cathedral on Palm Sunday - 14th April at 6 pm that will offer an opportunity to hear the stories of two remarkable women peacemakers in the Holy Land who work with Musalaha - an important Christian reconciliation initiative. I do hope you will be able to join us - and can bring others with you. The event is free entry. Every blessing Gordon Dey (Jesus Shaped People Team Leader) www.jesusshapedpeople.net
WAR & PEACE IN THE AGE OF TRUMP Speakers:
Prof. Paul Rogers – Emeritus Professor, Bradford University Peace Studies
Rachel Melly - Yorkshire CND
Sean Morris - Secretary of UK & Ireland Mayors for Peace 29th April 2019 at 7.45pm - Hope Baptist Church, New Rd, Hebden Bridge Facebook.com/groups/caldervalleyCND
All parish websites are available through the Deanery and therefore easily available for those interested.
HALIFAX DEANERY MARRIAGE PREPARATION COURSE:
This will take place in St Mary’s Presbytery following 11.00am Mass (Around 12.15pm) on April 28th, May 5th and May 12th. It is important that any engaged couple who intend to marry this year or next will need to attend all three sessions. If you wish to take part please contact Deacon John Walsh 07774857016. EU SETTLEMENT SCHEME
If you are an EU citizen, you must apply, even if you have been here many years, to the EU Settlement Scheme to continue living in the UK after 30th March 2021. The Settlement Scheme will be open to applications by the end of March this year. If you need any help or support with your application, please contact one of St Columba’s parish SVP representatives who will be happy to help you. (01422 361682)
LEEDS DIOCESAN EVENTS / NEWS
NEW DESIGN OF WEBSITE
Please visit the newly resigned diocesan website: www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk
HARBOUR: PRAYER GROUP – ST PIO FRIARY, 7PM-9PM, FRIDAYS:
There is an adults prayer group run by the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal every Friday at St Pio Friary, 1 Sedgefield Terrace, Bradford BD1 2RU from 7pm-9pm. Teas and coffees are available from 7pm-7.30pm and then there is praise and worship, opportunity for prayer and fruitful sharing. Everyone is welcome. Follow @StPioFriary on Facebook for more information.
DAY OF REFLECTION: Caring for the Earth - Our Common Home
The Justice & Peace Commission have organised a Day of Reflection on 30 March. It will take place at SS John Fisher & Thomas More, Burley in Wharfedale LS29 7PX. It will start with the usual community Mass at 10:00 and finish around 4pm. A day of prayer, some discussion and time for personal reflection about our place in God's creation and our responsibilities towards looking after our common home. The day is free to attend but please email the Justice & Peace office to book a place: [email protected]
SLOW THE FLOW FUNDRAISER - MAYOR’S CEILIDH Featuring local Ceilidh band “Peace Works”. Saturday 30th March 7.30pm (dancing from 8.00pm) at Mytholmroyd Community Centre. £10 entry including supper. Tickets available from slow the flow.net or Hebden Royd Town Council office by emailing: [email protected] or phone 01422 842181
TODMORDEN HIPPODROME THEATRE PRESENTS….. The next production of Todmorden Hippodrome Theatre is the hit musical West Side Story. 9th -13th April. Tickets www.todhip.org Liz McLaughlin
ACTIVITIES IN THE CENTRE / CHURCH MON 25 MAR NCT LOUNGE 18.45 – 21.30
TUES 26 MAR ROYD REGENERATION RADIO CLUB
LOUNGE UPSTAIRS
18.30 – 21.30 19.00 – 21.30
WED 27 MAR MIDDAY MASS LUNCHEON CLUB HALIFAX BEEKEEPERS
CHURCH LOUNGE ?????
12.00 – 12.30 12.45 – 14.30 19.30 – 21.30
THUR 28 MAR READS RAINS ????? 13.45 – 14.45
FRI 29 MAR FUNERAL - JOSIE MASTERS CHILDREN’S STATIONS OF THE CROSS FOLLOW UP FOOD / REFRESHMENTS
CHURCH LOUNGE CHURCH LOUNGE
11.00 – 14.00 15.00 – 16.30
SAT 30 MAR MORNING MASS CHURCH 10.00 – 10.30
SUN 31 MAR MORNING MASS POST MASS REFRESHMENTS EVENING MASS
Thank you for your continued generosity. Fr Larkin
GOING CASHLESS Tired of looking for cash on a Sunday morning for your offertory donation? As we approach the new financial year have you thought of going cashless by setting up a standing order? And if you're a taxpayer please gift aid your giving if you don't already do so. Please see Nick Burchnall for a form.
2019 - 20 OFFERTORY ENVELOPES The new envelopes are now available at the back of church. Please find the box with your name on or see Nick Burchnall for any other enquiries. Nick Burchnall
CALDERDALE DROP-IN FOOD AND SUPPORT CENTRE
Please don’t forget the Food Bank at this time. There is still a big demand for the service. There is a need for foodstuff and toiletries. We do not require winter clothing now as stocks have been coming in very well. The box for donations is still in the entrance to Good Shepherd church. Thank you for your extraordinary generosity. !
Barry Geldard
MYTHOLMROYD FLOOD ALLEVIATION - INFORMATION OPEN DAY The Environment Agency and VBA are holding a construction and information open day at Mytholmroyd Community Centre on Wednesday 27 March from 12 noon to 8pm, and you are invited to call in and speak to the project team who will be on hand to provide information and answer any questions. I would be grateful if you could share this information with friends and family. Kind regards. Hazel Scriven (Secretary - Royd Regeneration)
HOUSE MASSES Contact Gez Hodgson (see below)
British Summer Time. Clocks go forward one hour next weekend. Don’t forget or Mass will be over before you arrive on Sunday morning!
Mon 1st April VACANT @ ??? Tues 2nd April BLACKSHAWHEAD @ 7.00pm Mon 8th April VACANT @ ??? Tues 9th April MYTHOLM MEADOWS @ 10.30pm Thur 11thApril VACANT @ ???
Why not host a House Mass during the Lenten period?
