ST DUNSTAN'S CHURCH
WOKING
NEWSLETTER
Father Peter Andrews, Parish Priest
Deacon Russell Young
Deacon Nick Harden
May 22nd 2022 Sixth Sunday of Easter
A MESSAGE FROM FR PETER
Last weekend I announced that I had agreed with Bishop Richard that I would retire from the parish in September.
I did so with a heavy heart because you are my ‘family’ and I will suffer a deep sense of loss at not being here with you.
God willing, after taking a few months break, I have also said to Bishop Richard that I wish to be of help to my fellow clergy, and parishes, for so long as I am able.
What that looks like I don’t know but I trust it will mean that I shall still be able to visit you here and elsewhere.
I am sincerely grateful for, and touched by, the messages of love and support that I have received since last weekend and promise that I will continue to hold you in prayer.
I know God will continue to shower His blessings upon you all.
I was also delighted to announce that, following his ordination in July, Deacon Nick will be remaining at St Dunstan’s as Assistant Priest. He will be joined, following my retirement, by Canon Robert Esdaile as your new Parish Priest. Fr Peter
I did so with a heavy heart because you are my ‘family’ and I will suffer a deep sense of loss at not being here with you.
God willing, after taking a few months break, I have also said to Bishop Richard that I wish to be of help to my fellow clergy, and parishes, for so long as I am able.
What that looks like I don’t know but I trust it will mean that I shall still be able to visit you here and elsewhere.
I am sincerely grateful for, and touched by, the messages of love and support that I have received since last weekend and promise that I will continue to hold you in prayer.
I know God will continue to shower His blessings upon you all.
I was also delighted to announce that, following his ordination in July, Deacon Nick will be remaining at St Dunstan’s as Assistant Priest. He will be joined, following my retirement, by Canon Robert Esdaile as your new Parish Priest. Fr Peter
NO 10.00 am SATURDAY MASS - 21st MAY
Please note that there will be no 10.00 am Mass, Adoration or Reconciliation this Saturday, May 21st. There will be Morning Prayer at 9.45 am immediately followed by the Rosary.
FEAST OF THE ASCENSION
Thursday May 26th is the Feast of the Ascension and is a Holyday. There will be Masses at 10.00 am and 7.30 pm. Children from years 4, 5 and 6 will join the parish at the 10.00 am Mass.
A NOVENA AND CONSECRATION TO THE HOLY SPIRIT
On June 5th we will be celebrating Pentecost Sunday – the coming of the Holy Spirit on the apostles and other disciples.
People throughout our Diocese are being invited to join a Novena of payer in preparation for Pentecost. By clicking on this link you will find a reading, reflection and prayer for each of the nine days beginning on Friday 27th May, this Friday. On the final day of the Novena, Saturday 4th June, we will have a Holy Hour beginning at 3.30 pm, followed by Benediction at 4.30 pm, during which we will pray together an Act of Consecration to the Holy Spirit, hear the Word of God, sing and be silent before our Lord, present in the Blessed Sacrament.
We do encourage you to join this special time of prayer in our Parish and Diocese. It is a wonderful opportunity to pray for your own spiritual renewal, for the Holy Spirit to come afresh into your life with a new outpouring of the Gifts of the Spirit.
RETURNING TO MASS AT PENTECOST
The Bishops of England and Wales have issued a statement about the restoration of the Sunday Obligation at Pentecost. The full text can be found here. With the lessening of the challenges of the Covid pandemic, and the return of many people to more normal activities, they have decided that the Sunday Obligation will be restored at Pentecost. They also acknowledge however, that for some people, their personal risk would mean that they do not feel safe to return to Mass and, as has always been the case, this would not be a breach of the Sunday Obligation.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION AND CONFIMATION CARDS AND GIFTS
are available in the Repository. The Repository is open after most Sunday Masses and can be opened by request during the week.
DEACON NICK'S ORDINATION TO THE PRIESTHOOD
2nd July, 2.00 pm, Arundel Cathedral
We have booked a coach to go from St Dunstan's to Arundel Cathedral for this wonderful occasion. The coach will leave at 11.45 am, returning after the Ordination Mass has finished. We expect this to be by 5.00 / 5.30 pm. The cost will be £10 per adult or £20 per family. If you would like to come then please email the Parish Office. Monies will be collected on the day and seats allocated on a 'first come, first served' basis.
NEW PARISHIONERS’ EVENINGS
It has been a long time since we held a New Parishioners’ Evening here at St Dunstan’s. A large number of families have registered with the Parish since Covid began. We are now ready to invite all those who have joined St Dunstan’s Parish since January 2020 to one of three New Parishioners’ Evenings: Friday 10th June, Friday 8th July or Friday 22nd July at 7.30 pm. If you have registered with the Parish, then you will have received an invitation during this week. If you are new but have not registered, then you are still welcome to join one of the evenings, but please do also register with the parish.
LITTLE BAKERS, BIG HEARTS
Little Bakers, Big Hearts are a group of local children from St Dunstan's School who through their compassion and enthusiasm wanted to start an initiative to support families affected by the war in Ukraine. We started in March organising cake sales to raise funds to buy food and baby supplies for displaced families in Ukraine. So far, we have held 11 cake sales and raised nearly £9,000. We are hosting our next Cake Sale after the 9.00 and 10.30 am Masses on Sunday 22nd May and will be donating all the proceeds to the St Vincent De Paul Society who are supporting Ukraine via the Romanian SVP.
ST DUNSTAN’S PARISH ‘RETREAT’ TO LOURDES
Monday 26th – Friday 30th September
Monday 26th – Friday 30th September
If you would like to go to Lourdes for 5 days of prayer, quiet and reflection, then please get in touch with the Parish Office. Brochures for the trip are available from the Parish Office.
Travel will be by air and coach. Accommodation will be in a hotel within easy walking distance of the Domain where the Grotto and the Basilicas are situated. There will be many opportunities for individuals to spend time in prayer, but also the possibility, if you wish, to join with others for some of the big events taking place regularly in Lourdes: the International Mass, the Torchlight Procession and the Blessed Sacrament Procession. There will also be the option of joining a half day trip to Bartrès and the Lac de Lourdes.
Travel will be by air and coach. Accommodation will be in a hotel within easy walking distance of the Domain where the Grotto and the Basilicas are situated. There will be many opportunities for individuals to spend time in prayer, but also the possibility, if you wish, to join with others for some of the big events taking place regularly in Lourdes: the International Mass, the Torchlight Procession and the Blessed Sacrament Procession. There will also be the option of joining a half day trip to Bartrès and the Lac de Lourdes.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK especially for those whose names are on our prayer board.
MASS TIMES & INTENTIONS
Morning Prayer at 9.45 am, Monday - Saturday
Weekday Lectionary Cycle Year 2, Sixth Week of Easter
Sunday Lectionary Cycle Year C
Saturday 21st May, Saturday after the Fifth Sunday of Easter
Rosary (immediately after Morning Prayer), no Mass or Adoration
Rosary (immediately after Morning Prayer), no Mass or Adoration
Vigil Masses for Sunday
6.00 pm Eileen York
7.45 pm Mass in Portuguese
Sunday 22nd May, Sixth Sunday of Easter
9.00 am Ita Daniels
10.30 am Manuel Malha RIP
12 noon Mass in Italian
5.30 pm All Parishioners
Monday 23rd May, Monday after the Sixth Sunday of Easter
10:00 am Gabrielle Sinnadurai RIP
10:00 am Gabrielle Sinnadurai RIP
Rosary and Adoration until 2.00 pm
Tuesday 24th May, Tuesday after the Sixth Sunday of Easter
Rosary (immediately after Morning Prayer), no Mass or Adoration
Wednesday 25th May, St Bede the Venerable, Priest, Doctor, Memoria
10.00 am Sister Mary Charles OSU RIP
Tuesday 24th May, Tuesday after the Sixth Sunday of Easter
Rosary (immediately after Morning Prayer), no Mass or Adoration
Wednesday 25th May, St Bede the Venerable, Priest, Doctor, Memoria
10.00 am Sister Mary Charles OSU RIP
Rosary and Adoration
Thursday 26th May, The Ascension of the Lord, Holy Day of Obligation
10.00 am Patrick Lyons, Donegal
St Dunstan's pupils from Years 4, 5 and 6 will join the parish for this Mass
Rosary and Adoration
7.30 pm Jonathan and Kelly O'Connor on their 4th Wedding Anniverary
Friday 27th May, St Augustine of Canterbury, Bishop, Feast
10.00 am Lesley Labarero RIP
Rosary and Adoration
Saturday 28th May, Saturday after the Sixth Sunday of Easter
10.00 am Holy Souls
Saturday 28th May, Saturday after the Sixth Sunday of Easter
10.00 am Holy Souls
Rosary and Adoration
Vigil Masses for Sunday
6.00 pm Departed loved ones of the Dalakouras and Regalado families
7.45 pm Mass in Portuguese
Sunday 29th May, Seventh Sunday of Easter
9.00 am John Ballam RIP
10.30 am David Peacock RIP
12 noon Mass in Italian
5.30 pm All Parishioners
All services will be Live Streamed at st-dunstans.org/streaming
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturdays, after the 10.00 am Mass until 11.15 am
No Reconciliation on Saturday May 21st
READINGS FOR SUNDAY MAY 22nd 2022
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Acts 15: 1-2, 22-29 After Paul and Barnabas had a very successful year in Antioch where many non-Jews were converted to the Christian faith, a new issue arose for the young Church. Jewish Christians argued that all converts first had to be circumcised and obey the detailed Jewish law. Paul vigorously opposed this group, arguing that it is faith in Jesus Christ and not obedience to Jewish law that leads to salvation. Thus, instead of becoming a Jewish sect, the doors were opened for Christianity to become a universal religion.
Psalm 66:2-3,5-6,8 Let all the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you.
Apocalypse 21:10-14, 22-23 In the Book of Revelation, we are given a majestic picture of what is described as the new Jerusalem, the heavenly Church of the future, where the peace (shalom) that Jesus talks about in today’s Gospel will be totally achieved. Meanwhile, we face the real world with confidence because we have great gifts in our Church community, especially among those leaders who still argue for the freedom of the Gospel.
John 14: 23-29 In this Gospel, Jesus bequeaths to his disciples one of the greatest gifts we can ever receive, his peace. ‘Peace I bequeath to you. My own peace I give you’. The Hebrew word for peace is shalom. It is so rich in content that the English word ‘peace’ doesn’t do justice to its fullest meaning. Shalom embodies a sense of universal completeness, a condition in which nothing is lacking. It is essentially internal, a state of inner calm. Peace is the legacy that Jesus leaves with those who have a deep relationship with him. It designates right relations with God, with our fellow human beings and with our beautiful planet.
© INTERCOM A Pastoral and Liturgical Resource of the Irish Bishops’ Conference
Readings Next Weekend: Acts 7:55-60; Psalm 96:1-2, 6-7, 9; Apocalypse 22:12-14, 16-17, 20; John 17:20-26
Psalm 66:2-3,5-6,8 Let all the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you.
Apocalypse 21:10-14, 22-23 In the Book of Revelation, we are given a majestic picture of what is described as the new Jerusalem, the heavenly Church of the future, where the peace (shalom) that Jesus talks about in today’s Gospel will be totally achieved. Meanwhile, we face the real world with confidence because we have great gifts in our Church community, especially among those leaders who still argue for the freedom of the Gospel.
John 14: 23-29 In this Gospel, Jesus bequeaths to his disciples one of the greatest gifts we can ever receive, his peace. ‘Peace I bequeath to you. My own peace I give you’. The Hebrew word for peace is shalom. It is so rich in content that the English word ‘peace’ doesn’t do justice to its fullest meaning. Shalom embodies a sense of universal completeness, a condition in which nothing is lacking. It is essentially internal, a state of inner calm. Peace is the legacy that Jesus leaves with those who have a deep relationship with him. It designates right relations with God, with our fellow human beings and with our beautiful planet.
© INTERCOM A Pastoral and Liturgical Resource of the Irish Bishops’ Conference
Readings Next Weekend: Acts 7:55-60; Psalm 96:1-2, 6-7, 9; Apocalypse 22:12-14, 16-17, 20; John 17:20-26
CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK
Next Sunday is World Communications Day and there will be a collection for the Catholic Communications Network. Alternatively, donations can be made at either of the Dona machines in the Narthex.
PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP
Thursday mornings during term-time
Our parent and toddler group is thriving! Numbers attending are going up.
We need more help!
If you could come along on Thursday mornings, every week, or even every other week, to help with putting out the toys, serving drinks etc, you would be very welcome. Please contact the Parish Office and we can pass on your name.
PARISH MAGAZINE
The Parish Magazine is now accepting contributions in the form of stories, comments, letters, reflective accounts, prayers or photos for the Summer edition. Please send via the church office marked "for the attention of the editor". Or alternatively email zjlightfoot@gmail.com. Deadline 20th June 2022.
UKRAINE HUMANITARIAN APPEALS
To give financial support visit the DEC Ukraine Appeal webpage or use any of the contactless-giving machines in the Narthex. Material donations can be dropped off at St Mary’s Church, Horsell: see their website for items that are needed. Most recently they have been asked for childrens clothing (ages 1-14 years) for an orphanage looking after 50 evacuated children.You can also visit the Diocesan website for information on the different ways in which parishes and communities can help the people of Ukraine including links to the Homes for Ukraine initiative. The St Vincent de Paul Society (SVP) is sending financial support to the Romanian SVP, helping many Ukrainians fleeing the war. To donate visit ‘The Disaster Fund’ at www.svp.org.uk or drop a donation into the Parish Office (cheques made payable to SVP). Gift Aid forms and envelopes are available in the Narthex.
FROM ARUNDEL AND BRIGHTON DIOCESE
theASCENT for teenagers
24th May 7.30 pm – 8.30 pm
This amazing discipleship process is open to anyone in years 10, 11 or 12. With residential retreats and online gatherings with others of the same age, this is a great opportunity to explore your faith in a safe and friendly environment. If you want to find out more, join our online information evening. Contact E: lizzie.wakeling@abdiocese.org.uk for details.
DIOCESAN GRANDPARENTS' DAY
Wednesday 8th June at West Grinstead
The Annual Pilgrimage to the Shrine at West Grinstead for Grandparents and all those who fulfil this role in so many different ways. The day begins at 11.00 am with coffee available from 10.30 am. This is always a joyous day of celebration with Bishop Richard and friends from across the Diocese. Further information and sign-up details can be found at www.abdiocese.org.uk/diocese/events.
REFUGEE CRISIS COFFEE MORNING WITH BISHOP RICHARD
Saturday 25th June at 11.30 am
Saturday 25th June at 11.30 am
Bishop Richard will be hosting an informal coffee morning to discuss our response to the refugee crisis, at St Gabriel’s Hall, Billingshurst, RH14 9QH. Everyone is very welcome, to reserve your free place please sign up here.
The Diocese would like to find out what our Catholic community is doing to support refugees here and abroad. The short questionnaire found here will enable Bishop Richard and our Central Office teams to build a picture of the wonderful work being undertaken across our community, as well as highlighting possible areas of need.
The Diocese would like to find out what our Catholic community is doing to support refugees here and abroad. The short questionnaire found here will enable Bishop Richard and our Central Office teams to build a picture of the wonderful work being undertaken across our community, as well as highlighting possible areas of need.
ARE YOU DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING?
Would you like to attend the monthly diocesan Mass signed in BSL, with specific Liturgical Mass Signs for the Mass? If you would like further information about our Signed Mass or the diocesan Deaf Group please text or email the diocesan Inclusion Adviser Margaret Fraher; M: 07508459315 or E: margaret.fraher@abdiocese.org.uk.
CHARITY OF THE SOUTHWARK BRETHREN
The charity of the Southwark Brethren was started in 1921 and has always focused in helping sick priests or priests who are in need. We thank you for your generosity in the past and ask you for your help again this year. Although priests’ standard of living has increased over the years, what is greatly noticed is the cost of care, whether a priest chooses to have care at home or decides to go into residential or nursing care; the costs are extremely high and so support is most necessary if a priest cannot support themselves. Please send donations to either Fr Paul Hough or Frederika Pizzoferro (Trustee) at 3 Birch Way, Warlingham, DR6 9DA or for enquiries ring 07939 654 522 so that we can continue to support Priests in the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton, and also help working Priests who have a serious sickness. We also have a Gift Aid scheme for those who pay tax, and we thank you the lay people who have joined by applying for a Gift Aid form.
THE PARADOX OF ABUNDANCE
Over 800 million people go hungry each day. Yet the world produces over 4 billion tonnes of food, and we only need 3.7 billion tonnes to feed everyone. From all this food produced, a third is wasted. St John Paul II called this ‘the paradox of abundance.’ Clearly the current global food system is not working. But as Pope Francis said, "Each of us has a role to play in transforming food systems for the benefit of people and the planet." Let’s respond to his call! CAFOD’s new campaign is called Fix the Food System. See www.cafod.org.uk/food for more information, including an invitation for parish groups to learn about the impact of our food with our Fix the Food System: a 7-station journey resource.
PACT
If you missed Pact (the Prison Advice & Care Trust)’s JustPeople workshop on 7th May but would like to find out more about how you can support our brothers and sisters who are affected by imprisonment, you are warmly invited to join an online workshop taking place on Thursday 26th May from 9.00 am - 2.30 pm.
Free to attend, the workshop offers an opportunity for prayer, reflection upon Scripture and Catholic Social Teaching through the lens of people affected by imprisonment. All are welcome.
To find out more about this event or other JustPeople workshops, call Marie on 07581 194907 or email marie.norbury@prisonadvice.org.uk.
ENGAGED AND MARRIED COUPLES RETREAT
Take some time away on the Isle of Wight - a Retreat for engaged and married couples, childcare provided, 10th-12th June 2022 (Friday evening - inc Sunday lunch). Spend a weekend together exploring faith, peace and hope for couples whilst the children have their own activities. Wherever you are on your journey together, you will be made very welcome. To register or for more information: verbumdei.iow@gmail.com or telephone David and Lila Fletcher 01483 772636.
ANNUAL PILGRIMAGE OF REPARATION AND CONSECRATION
The Church of Our Lady of Consolation & St Francis, West Grinstead RH13 8LT
Saturday 16th July, 12.15 – 4.15pm
The day includes Mass celebrated by Canon Tim Madeley, a personal consecration to Our Lady, The Sorrowful Mysteries of the Holy Rosary, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Chaplet of Divine Mercy - Adoration and Silent Prayer and Benediction. There is no need to book, to find out more contact Linda C-Dominguez T: 01273 463463 or Jayne Lock M: 07816 422851 or E: jayne.lock1@gmail.com.
UNIVERSE CATHOLIC WEEKLY
The Universe Catholic Weekly has now launched their new online newspaper. Parishioners can order a 4-week free trial of the Digital paper by calling Michelle on 0743 6617650 or emailing michelle.jones@universecatholicweekly.co.uk.