Reflection
This week each year, Christians are drawn to Jerusalem if not in body, at least in mind. They stand at the foot of the cross, beating their breasts and staring with pity at Jesus of Nazareth. They listen with reverence as he prays for his killers: “Father forgive them, for they know not what they do.” But when the week is over, they return to their homes to resume their deep-rooted spites and the burden of things they cannot forgive. Let us not then weep for Jesus, let us weep for our own sins. Then maybe, like Jesus, we will be able to forgive others who sin against us.
Holy Week and Easter Services
Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s supper, 7pm St Francis De Sales Church. Francis De Sales’ school car park will be open during this service.
Good Friday: Walk of witness 11am, Christchurch; Celebration of the Lord’s Passion 3pm, St James'
Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil 8pm
Easter Sunday: Easter Mass 10:30am followed by easter egg hunt for the children.
Welcome to Archbishop Elect John Sherrington
We offer a warm welcome to Archbishop Elect Sherrington and ask God to help him in his new mission in Liverpool Archdiocese. “In this Jubilee Year, we are a people living the hope of Christ who has loved us, saved us and walks with us.” (Archbishop Elect Sherrington). We keep him in our prayers and wish him all the best in his ministry.
Gift Aid
If you are a tax payer, please consider joining the gift aid scheme. The parish can claim 25p from the taxman for every £1 you donate. Please see Bob if you wish to join.
Offertory
Please Note: Friday of this week is Good Friday and there is a collection for the Holy Places during the Liturgy of the Passion Friday of this week is Good Friday and there is a collection for the Holy Places during the Liturgy of the Passion