Gospel Mathew 18:1-5

The disciples came to and said, ‘Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?’ So he called a little child to him and set the child in front of them. Then he said, ‘I tell you solemnly, unless you change and become like little children you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. And so, the one who makes himself as little as this little child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. Anyone who welcomes a little child like this in my name welcomes me.’

ANNIVERSARIES :

ST. Theresa’s: Joe Fox Val Taylor Helena Hickey Roger Woodward John Spowart Ken Cross Jean Lane Edward Wiggins Frances Astill William Callaghan Bridget Quinn Henry Quinn Doreen & Michael Murphy Maribel Brandt Mary Heneberry Mabel Sherwood Blake Michael Lord

Sacred Heart: Elizabeth Easton

PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK:

Heavenly Father, We pray that you will lay your healing hands upon all those who are sick. We beg you to have compassion on all who are suffering so that they may be delivered from their painful circumstances., May they know that You are always with them, especially through these difficult times. In Jesus, we pray Amen

Newsletter: Requests for items to be included in the newsletter should reach the presbytery by Wednesday RECONCILIATION morning if possible please. “Be courageous and go to confession! Jesus will receive you; he will receive Weekly Devotions you with so much love” ( Francis) Wednesdays after Mass until 10.00am at St. Theresa’s Every Saturday 11.00 am

Friday 9.30am at Sacred Heart

St. Theresa’s, Birstall & Sacred Heart, Rothley Fr. Saji Dominic Deacon Peter Astill The Presbytery, 53 Front Street, Birstall, . LE4 4DQ

Tel: 0116 2929 939 Email: [email protected] www.st -theresa -sacredheart.co.uk ------

Twenty Sixth Week in Ordinary Time - Year B

Feria SATURDAY No Mass

26th Sunday in SUNDAY Ordinary Time

The Feast of St 10.00am St Theresa’s Theresa of Lisieux

St. Therese of the Child MONDAY Jesus Mass 9.00am St. Theresa’s

HAPPY TUESDAY Holy Guardian Angels FEAST 9.15am Sacred Heart Syd Birch (RIP) th 30 Feria WEDNESDAY Mass September 9.00am St Theresa’s Daniel O’Connell (RIP)

2018

THURSDAY St Francis of Assisi Divine Office Feria FRIDAY 9.30 am Sacred Heart Adoration Week II 10.00am Sacred Heart Mass 7.00pm St Theresa’s Peter Stephenson (RIP) Mass book SATURDAY St. Theresa’s 6.30pm St Theresa’s Michael Abela Snr (RIP) Page 76

SUNDAY 27th Sunday in SAFEGUARDING Ordinary Time Angelus &Rosary OFFICERS 9.15am St Theresa’s St Theresa’s Lucy Joyce 9.30am St Theresa Dora & Michael Murphy Sacred Heart (RIP) John Mumford 11.00am Sacred Heart Stanley McCahon(RIP)

Father Saji - Fr. Joseph O’Reilly Provincial of Institute of Charity (Rosminians) - I am sad to inform you that Fr. Saji Dominic will be transferring from Birstall to the Parish of St. Peter’s Cardiff on 9th October 2018 where he will take over as Parish Priest. I know that he has loved being your priest and that he will greatly miss the people of St. Theresa and Sacred Heart. . Fr. Denis Labartette will take over as Administrator at Birstall for the next number of months until a long term appointment can be made.

Farewell Drinks Party – This will be held on Saturday 6th October following the Mass and will give everyone the opportunity to say goodbye to Fr Saji. Please pop in.

First Holy Communion – Initial celebration is at 6.00 pm on Tuesday 9th October at Bishop Ellis School. If you have not yet sorted out First Holy Communion for your child but would like them to be part of this year’s group, please attend.

RCIA - The Rite of Christian Initiation is the means by which people who wish to become a Catholic are received into the church. If you know someone who is interested in becoming a Catholic, or who simply wish to make an enquiry without obligation, please contact Fr Saji or Bernadette 0116 2302118.

The Healing Mass at St. Theresa’s led by Father Denis Labartette was a moving and prayerful occasion. The Mass began with the Rosary and personal prayer intentions were offered. Fr Denis prayed over each parishioner personally while anointing them with oil. Thank you to all those who contributed to such a wonderful occasion.

Parish Council Meeting - Many Thanks to all who attended this meeting at Sacred Heart.

A BIG THANK YOU- Our thanks to two generous benefactors, one for our new carpet at St. Theresa’s on the sanctuary and one for allowing each parish to have a new set of Vestments.

Catholic Schools - Foundation Governors are an integral part of the leadership and management of our Catholic schools and make a substantial contribution to their success. Most people find being a governor to be highly rewarding. Across the Diocese of Nottingham, we have a number of vacancies that we need to fill. Bishop Patrick is inviting people to come forward who are willing to become Foundation Governors in our Catholic schools. If you have the commitment and desire to become a governor now or in the near future, we would be delighted to hear from you. More information about being a governor is available from the Diocesan Education Service Governor Support Team, (01332 293833) or from the Diocesan Education Service website http://www.dioceseofnottingham.uk/education where you find a ‘Self-Nomination’ form which we would encourage you to complete and return to us. Rosmini Centre.

English Martyrs - Open Evening for Year 6 students at English Martyrs’ Catholic School on Thursday 4th October 2018, 5.00 - 6.45pm. Formal Address by Mr Carney, Principal at: 5.00pm, 5.25pm and 5.45pm in the Auditorium.

Parishioners and Newcomers to this church - New people are constantly moving in and we try to get to know them as quickly as possible and make them feel at home among friends. If you have recently joined either of our two churches, we would like to welcome you most warmly. Could we ask you to please fill in a Parish Survey Form, which you will find on the table in the Narthex or on the Church Website under the ‘Admin’ section. Thank you

Repository – Please note both churches now have a selection of Christmas Cards and Advent Calendars. Please go to both halls to view the selection. Thank You.

RP5O Club –Last month’s winners were Peter & Ella Cumberworth, Leonard Leggett and Guiliana Rooney. The next draw will be Sunday 30th September after Mass at ST’s

Old Mountsorrel Workhouse – If anyone from St. Theresa’s would like to join a group from Sacred Heart on a conducted tour of the display recently created of the OMW at Rothley Cemetery, they would be most welcome. Terry Sheppard, an expert guide, is available to accompany the tour on a Wednesday afternoon at the end of October or early November. There is tea and cake afterwards at the Fr Keating Hall just across the road. Please contact, Daphne, Margaret or Janet if you are interested. Date to be confirmed.

Diocesan Day of Renewal – You are invited with your family and friends to this Day on Saturday 6th October 2018 from 10.00 am– 17.30 pm at St Mary’s Primary Academy, Wellington Street, Grimsby DN32 7JX. If you would like to know more details, please contact the Parish Office 01472342301 or email: [email protected]

The annual Catenian Concert in aid of the Sick and Retired Priests is taking place at All Saints Catholic Academy on Tuesday 16th October at 7.00 pm. Tickets are £5 and can be bought from All Saints School.

LACY – Active Catholic Youth will be meeting with the LACY Working Group at St Paul’s Catholic School, Spencefield Lane, Leicester LE5 6HN on Wednesday 3rd October, 7.30-9.00 pm. All are most welcome

Dates for your Diary Sunday 4th November – Brass Band at Methodist Church, Birstall Friday 9th November - Quiz Night St Theresa’s Thursday 22nd November – Fish and Chip Supper at Rothley Sacred Heart Saturday December 8th – Christmas Bazaar at St. Theresa’s Sunday 9th December – Children’s Christmas Party (details to follow)

Thought for the week Let us deem ourselves very fortunate if, by a singular favour of the Blessed Virgin, we should obtain, through the Rosary, only this: the grace to live in a way that will be pleasing to Jesus and Mary; the grace to turn all our worldly successes and prospects to our Lord’s glory and our own salvation; the grace to bear our crosses and tribulations with fortitude; the grace to be so united with Christ here below – now on Tabor, now in Gethsemane, now on the Mount of Olives – that, taking our cross on our shoulders, we may go by the road of Calvary to our imperishable crown.