XXIX Sunday in Ordinary Time, 18 October 2020

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XXIX Sunday in Ordinary Time

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Dear Parishioners and Friends of St. Aldhelms, We hope you are ok wherever you are. We are

delighted to be in touch with you through this newsletter.

Rosary Tonight Sunday Liturgy A gentle reminder that we have rosary tonight at 18 Oct 7.15pm (Friday, 16 Oct). You are very welcome to join 2020.docx us via zoom. (Find the link above)

Embedded below are the sign ups for masses for this week (17-23 Oct 2020), which you received earlier on. Week 29 If you have signed up already, you do not need to do it readings.pdf again.This week we have no mass on monday, but instead we have it on tuesday. Please note that Thursday evening mass has been changed to morning General 10 am. Audience.pdf

3 Lessons Weekend Mass, Sign Up from the life of

St. Teresa of Sat, 17 Oct Avila for the modern 6.30 pm Christian.docx

Weekend Mass, Sign Up

Sunday, 18 Oct

10 am

Weekday Mass, Sign Up

Tue, 20 Oct

Please note, the mass is on Tuesday this week, not on Monday as we normally have.

10 am

Weekday Mass, Sign Up

Thursday, 22 Oct

10 am

Weekday

Mass, Sign Up

Friday, 23 Oct

10 am

June BADENI RIP June BADENI passed away peacefully on 13th Oct, Tuesday at 8 am. The Funeral will take place at her home itself in Norton Manor, Malmesbury on Monday 19th October at 11.00 am. It would be a small gathering of 15 of close family in accordance with Covid rules allowing a bigger celebration of Countess Badeni’s life in St. Aldhelms's when times are easier. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Badeni family, specially Michael and Mary.

Seating Capacity increased to 45 in our church We are very happy to communicate to you that the capacity in our church has been increased from 25 seats to 45 now, as we had the provision to revise risk assessment from 2 meters to 1 meter +. The diocese has approved the same, so from this week, our church can accommodate 45 people. As usual, if it is a family, you can occupy single bench to allow room for other individuals. If it is an individual from different households, then, please take your seat at the far end of each bench. As usual, face coverings are mandatory.

Now that the capacity has been increased, please make sure to observe social distancing at all times, very specially as you enter and make an exit from the church. After the final hymn during weekend masses, people sitting at the back of the church will start making the exit first one be one. Those of us at the front will wait until it is convenient to do so. This applies equally to the weekday masses as well.

As you are aware, for the weekend masses, we have the stewards allocated for this purpose. We very much appreciate your spontaneous offer of help to wipe the benches after the mass. But before doing so, please make sure to clarify with the stewards if they need help, as it makes the whole situation smoother and helps to maintain the distance and order. Thanks for your understanding. Look forward to your being with us in the church for the Eucharist. Thank You Words of gratitude to Catherine, Val and Fabienne for cleaning the clubroom, kitchen and toilet area. Words of gratitude to Kevin and Deacon Steve for doing the Risk Assessment of the kitchen and toilet area and also to increase the church capacity to 45 seats. Special words of thanks to Maurice and Mary for planning and putting in so much hard work for resuming the FHC course.

Parish Toilet for Use Toilet will be kept open for use during the time when church is in operation whether during Mass or FHC course or any other liturgical services. Please use the side door (clubroom kitchen door) to enter, and not the club room door, and follow the special Covid-19 guidelines displayed there.

Jubilarians in the Diocese Please remember in your prayers the following priests of the diocese who have celebrated a significant anniversary of their ordination to the priesthood this year. Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 we have had to delay the annual celebration until 2021. Golden Jubilee: Father Daniel O’Sullivan; Ruby Jubilee: Dom James Hood OSB, Canon Richard Dwyer VJ; Silver Jubilee: Father Tom Finnegan, Father Cosmas Ikirodah MSP, Abbot Martin McLaughlin OSB.

Two New Auxiliary Bishops The Archdiocese of rejoices at the episcopal ordinations of two new auxiliary bishops. The Episcopal Ordination Mass for Bishops David Evans and Stephen Wright took place today at noon in St Chad’s Cathedral, on the Feast of St . This may well be the first time that two bishops have been ordained together in St Chad’s Cathedral.

Archbishop was principal , joined by Bishop William Kenney and Bishop David McGough alongside Bishop Patrick McKinney, Mar and Bishop .

The welcomed all who attended the Mass, both in person and via the livestream, saying: “we are truly united in prayer for our two ordinands.” Read more: https://www.cbcew.org.uk/birmingham-two-new-auxiliary-bishops-091020/

World Mission Sunday 18 Oct 2020 World Mission Sunday – the one day in the year when the entire global Church comes together in support of mission – is happening on 18 October with a shout of courage and faith: ‘Here I am, send me!’

This special day is celebrated in every Catholic community in the world. It is a moment of grace to express solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Christ who are living in situations of poverty, violence and oppression. Catholics are called to support overseas mission financially and prayerfully through Missio. On World Mission Sunday 2020, we will be honouring the brave and selfless women and men already making a huge difference in Malawi, one of the poorest countries in the world.

As you are aware, due to the closure of the churches, the annual Second Collections for 2020 were unable to be taken on the planned Sundays. Anit is recognized by both the Bishops. Conference and the Diocese that parishes are experiencing a continued drop in income and therefore, apart from the See Collection for World Mission Sunday, there is no obligation to hold the other collections. You may bring along when you come to mass during this week the envelopes marked as ‘Mission Sunday Collection”, or alternatively if you like make contribution online, you are welcome to do so. Please make sure to mark it as Mission Sunday Collection. The link to donate via online: https://www.saintaldhelms.com/donate

Rediscover Your Marriage – Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) simply means 'rediscovery'. The programme offers the chance to rediscover yourself, your spouse, and a loving relationship in your marriage. Tens of thousands of couples headed for divorce have successfully saved their marriages by attending and using the tools provided. There is no group therapy or group work. For confidential information about ‘Retrouvaille’ or to register for the next programme commencing with a Virtual weekend on 12th -15th Nov 2020, call or text 0788 7296983 or 0797 3380443 – or Email [email protected] - or visit www.retrouvaille.org.uk

St Joseph’s Recruiting a New Foundation Governor St Joseph’s FGB would like to recruit a new Foundation Governor. Foundation Governors must be practising Catholics and experience in education would be advantageous but not essential. The role of Governor is an entirely voluntary position, however, it is very rewarding to be part of such a strong, dedicated team ensuring that all of our children thrive in the happy, nurturing and loving environment that epitomises St Joseph’s. If you would like to discuss the role further please do not hesitate to contact me -nuala@st- josephsmalmesbury.wilts.sch.uk– or indeed any other Foundation Governor.

As required by the Diocese, there will be a short informal interview with a panel of existing Governors who will recommend the most suitable candidate to the Bishop. Closing date for applications is Monday 19 Oct 20 at noon. Application forms and more information can be obtained from Nicki, the Clerk to Governors on —— [email protected]

Sunday 18 October - Twenty-Nineth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A Jesus is very clear that we are called to serve God and be a good citizen at the same time. God works in and through every stratum of society to build community. We are instruments of God’s love and desire for unity. Rarely, except in situations of social justice, do we find ourselves in conflict with what the law asks of us and what our conscience is telling us. When we do, we must speak out, but with compassion, with love and with respect. God needs each one of us to serve the wider community, to build relationships wherever we are. Witnessing to God’s presence by my own life gives dignity and worth to those around me.

Gospel Truth: Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, 18 October https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast/gospel-truth/2020/10/gospel-truth-twenty- ninth-sunda y- in-ordinar y -time-18-october.html

Saints this Week 19 Oct, Mon: Memorial of Ss John de Brebeuf and Isaac Jogues Memorial of St Paul of the Cross, Priest 22 Oct, Thurs: Memorial of St John Paul II, Pope 23 Oct, Fri: Memorial of St John Capistrano, Priest 24 Oct, Sat Memorial of St Anthony Mary Claret, Bishop

Masses Requested 16 Oct, Friday: For the soul of Myles Burke RIP, off ered by Sheila Stephens 17 Oct, Sat: Missa pro populo 18 Oct, Sun: For the happy repose of the soul of June Badeni RIP, off ered by Cleaver family 20 Oct, Tue: For the soul of Joan Mary Wakefield, off ered by Jonathan Wakefield

With every blessing, Father Thomas and Deacon Steve

Sent by Father Thomas Kulandaisamy

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