Reflection
One night a few years ago there was a total eclipse of the moon. Everybody was talking about it. Many stayed up until the small hours in the hope of witnessing it. I asked myself: ‘Why all this interest in the moon, simply because it is disappearing?’ I was convinced that most of those people wouldn’t see a full moon in the sky, much less stop to admire it. It brought to mind the words of Emerson: ‘The fool wonders at the unusual; the wise person wonders at the usual.’
Happy Mother’s Day
Wishing all our lovely mums, nans, aunties and every lady in our Parish, and beyond, a very happy and blessed Mother's Day. Thank you to you all for everything you do for us!
Stations of the Cross
Join us for Stations of the Cross each Friday in Lent at 9.30am, just before Mass.
Second Collection
The second collection this weekend is for Nugent Care. This is a mandatory collection.
Reminder: CAFOD envelopes can be handed in any time during Lent.
Funerals
The funeral service for Frank Johnson will take place here in St James’ on Tuesday 21st March at 11am. Please pray for the repose of Frank’s soul and the comfort of his family.
The funeral service for Tony Brady will take place here in St James’ on Thursday 23rd March at 12 noon. Please remember Tony and his family in your prayers.
Lent Talks
The next Lent Talk from Churches Together will be on Monday 20th March in Linacre Mission. All are welcome.