ST DUNSTAN'S CHURCH
WOKING
NEWSLETTER
Father Peter Andrews, Parish Priest
Deacon Russell Young
Deacon Nick Harden
June 19th 2022 Corpus Christi
Day for Life
MONDAY JUNE 20th
There will be no 10.00 am Mass on Monday June 20th. There will be Rosary immediately after Morning Prayer, followed by Adoration until 2.00 pm. Following the cancellation of morning Masses on Friday and Saturday, any Mass Intentions which have had to be cancelled will be rescheduled as soon as possible.
SATURDAY MORNINGS IN JUNE AND JULY
During June and July there will be a number of changes to the usual Saturday schedule. On Saturday 18th June there is no 10.00 am Mass, Morning Prayer, Rosary or Adoration. On Saturdays 25th June, 9th July and 16th July there will be no Morning Prayer, Rosary, Adoration or Sacrament of Reconciliation after morning Mass. On 25th June and 16th July there will be First Holy Communion Masses at 10.00 am and 12.00 noon. On 9th July the First Holy Communion Mass will be at 10.00 am (followed by Baptisms).
BECOMING A CATHOLIC
Would you like to find out more about the Catholic Church…? Perhaps you have never been baptised… Perhaps you were baptised into another Christian denomination… Perhaps you were baptised Catholic but have never gone on to celebrate Holy Communion or to be Confirmed… If any of these apply to you then you are warmly invited to come along on Thursday 23rd June at 7.30 pm (or Thursday 21st July). These will be informal meetings where you can find out more about what would be involved. You will also be able to meet those who have already asked to join next year’s Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) programme and some who have been through the programme previously. If you cannot come on either of the Thursdays but would like to find out more, then please contact the parish office.
SUNDAY JUNE 19th - DAY FOR LIFE
The focus this year is on valuing the elderly with the theme 'Caring for the Older Person'. The annual Day for Life is dedicated to raising awareness of the meaning and value of human life at every stage and in every condition. You can find out more by visiting www.dayforlife.org.There will be a collection this Sunday, June 19th. Alternatively, donations can be made at either of the Dona machines in the Narthex.
SALE IN AID OF UKRAINE
This Sunday, June 19th there will be a sale after the 9.00 am and 10.30 am Masses of cakes, biscuits, Japanese sweet and savoury buns, bread and hand made accessories, with all proceeds going to help those in Ukraine.
SUNDAY 5.30 MASS JUNE 19th
Refreshments will be served after the 5:30 Mass, this Sunday June 19th. We welcome everyone to join us for a tea or coffee, some cake, and fellowship.
HOLY COMMUNION FOR THE SICK
Please, if you are a Minister of Communion and would consider taking Holy Communion to someone who is housebound then call the Parish Office. We are short of volunteers for this ministry.
CAFOD CAKE SALE
There will be a cake sale in support of CAFOD after the 9.00 am Mass on Sunday 26th June.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION CARDS AND GIFTS
Card and gifts are available in the Repository. The Repository is open after most Sunday Masses and can be opened by request during the week.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOULS OF
Ian Marriott RIP (father of Sheldon) and Colette McGann RIP.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
May they rest in peace.
Ian Marriott RIP (father of Sheldon) and Colette McGann RIP.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
May they rest in peace.
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
Sunday Lectionary Cycle Year C
Weekday Lectionary Cycle Year 2,Week 12
Saturday 18th June, Our Lady on Saturday
No 10.00 am Mass, Morning Prayer, Rosary or Adoration
Vigil Masses for Sunday
6.00 pm Rita Peters RIP
No 10.00 am Mass, Morning Prayer, Rosary or Adoration
Vigil Masses for Sunday
6.00 pm Rita Peters RIP
7.45 pm Mass in Portuguese
Sunday 19th June, Corpus Christi
Day for Life
9.00 am George Owolabi, birthday
Day for Life
9.00 am George Owolabi, birthday
10.30 am Margaret Smith (sick)
12 noon Mass in Italian
5.30 pm All Parishioners
Monday 20th June, Weekday
No 10:00 am Mass.
No 10:00 am Mass.
Rosary (immediately after Morning Prayer), Adoration until 2.00 pm
Tuesday 21st June, St Aloysius Gonzaga, Religious, Memoria
Rosary (immediately after Morning Prayer), no Mass or Adoration
Wednesday 22nd June, Saints John Fisher and Thomas More, Martyrs, Feast
10.00 am Mary Robertson and Alexandra Beravale
Tuesday 21st June, St Aloysius Gonzaga, Religious, Memoria
Rosary (immediately after Morning Prayer), no Mass or Adoration
Wednesday 22nd June, Saints John Fisher and Thomas More, Martyrs, Feast
10.00 am Mary Robertson and Alexandra Beravale
Rosary and Adoration
Thursday 23rd June, The Birth of St John the Baptist, Solemnity
10.00 am Anne Brown
Thursday 23rd June, The Birth of St John the Baptist, Solemnity
10.00 am Anne Brown
Rosary and Adoration
Friday 24th June, The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Solemnity
10.00 am David Townsend RIP
Friday 24th June, The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Solemnity
10.00 am David Townsend RIP
Rosary and Adoration
Saturday 25th June, The Immaculate Heart of Mary, Memoria
10.00 am Fr Gerard Hatton (Birthday)
Saturday 25th June, The Immaculate Heart of Mary, Memoria
10.00 am Fr Gerard Hatton (Birthday)
No Rosary or Adoration
12 noon The deceased members of the Thompson and Roche families
12 noon The deceased members of the Thompson and Roche families
Vigil Masses for Sunday
6.00 pm B. Y. Patrick Emerson RIP
6.00 pm B. Y. Patrick Emerson RIP
7.45 pm Mass in Portuguese
Sunday 26th June, Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
9.00 am Shaju Devassy RIP and Devassy Enassu RIP
9.00 am Shaju Devassy RIP and Devassy Enassu RIP
10.30 am All Parishioners
12 noon Mass in Italian
5.30 pm Mike Fitch RIP
All services will be Live Streamed at st-dunstans.org/streaming
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday June 18th after the 6.00 pm Mass
Saturday June 25th after the 6.00 pm Mass
Saturday June 25th after the 6.00 pm Mass
READINGS FOR SUNDAY 19th JUNE 2022
Corpus Christi
Genesis 14:18-20. The first reading recounts how a pagan priest-king named Melchizedek, king of Salem (probably a shortened form for the name Jerusalem), comes to greet Abraham with an offering of bread and wine and pronounces a blessing over him. The rite celebrated here is some form of thanksgiving offering, probably for Abraham’s victory over his foes. In Christian tradition the offering of bread and wine was taken to prefigure the bread and wine of the Eucharist.
Psalm 109: 1-4. You are a priest for ever, a priest like Melchizedek of old.
1 Corinthians 11:23-26. St Paul’s account of the institution of the Eucharist is the earliest written account. The language used is technical and clearly formulated. Moreover, the manner of expression indicates the ecclesial authority of the teaching. The recital of the words of Jesus establishes that the account comes specifically from the Jesus tradition. One point in all of this is very clear; the followers of Jesus were charged to repeat what Jesus had done at the Last Supper. This re-enactment is the ‘tip off’ that these people are authentic disciples.
Luke 9:11-17. Wherever Jesus was present there was always an abundance of food, wine, fish, healing, compassion and forgiveness, just to name some instances. In this passage, the munificence is again encountered. Jesus takes the loaves and fish and shows that the little they have is enough to answer the hunger of the crowd. In telling the story Luke uses the language associated with the Eucharist as he tells of Jesus ‘blessing’, ‘breaking’ and handing to his disciples. The miracle of the multiplication foreshadows the action of Jesus at the Last Supper where he instituted the Eucharistic celebration in which we participate in his self-giving, sacrificial love and endeavour to live the meaning of that celebration in our day to day living.
Psalm 109: 1-4. You are a priest for ever, a priest like Melchizedek of old.
1 Corinthians 11:23-26. St Paul’s account of the institution of the Eucharist is the earliest written account. The language used is technical and clearly formulated. Moreover, the manner of expression indicates the ecclesial authority of the teaching. The recital of the words of Jesus establishes that the account comes specifically from the Jesus tradition. One point in all of this is very clear; the followers of Jesus were charged to repeat what Jesus had done at the Last Supper. This re-enactment is the ‘tip off’ that these people are authentic disciples.
Luke 9:11-17. Wherever Jesus was present there was always an abundance of food, wine, fish, healing, compassion and forgiveness, just to name some instances. In this passage, the munificence is again encountered. Jesus takes the loaves and fish and shows that the little they have is enough to answer the hunger of the crowd. In telling the story Luke uses the language associated with the Eucharist as he tells of Jesus ‘blessing’, ‘breaking’ and handing to his disciples. The miracle of the multiplication foreshadows the action of Jesus at the Last Supper where he instituted the Eucharistic celebration in which we participate in his self-giving, sacrificial love and endeavour to live the meaning of that celebration in our day to day living.
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Readings Next Week. 1 Kings 19:16, 19-21; Psalm 15: 1-2, 5, 7-11; Galatians 5:1, 13-18; Luke 9: 51-62.
Readings Next Week. 1 Kings 19:16, 19-21; Psalm 15: 1-2, 5, 7-11; Galatians 5:1, 13-18; Luke 9: 51-62.
WHAT IS THE TRINITY?
Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermon
Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermon
Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermon discussing “What is the Trinity?” can be found on YouTube. He introduces his homily: “Friends, Trinity Sunday has been called “the preacher’s nightmare.” But while the Trinity remains a supreme mystery, Thomas Aquinas used a basic principle that helps us to get at it: beings, at all levels, tend to make images of themselves. The higher you go in the hierarchy of being, the more interior and the more perfect this principle becomes.” Follow the link to listen to the full homily.
PARENTS
Please, if you bring children to Mass and they spend time colouring, do take care that the pens are water soluble. Some of the church pews have pen marks that cannot be removed. Thank you.
ST DUNSTAN’S PARISH ‘RETREAT’ TO LOURDES
Please book as soon as possible
A trip to Lourdes for 5 days of prayer, quiet and reflection: Monday 26th – Friday 30th September. 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.
UKRAINE HUMANITARIAN APPEALS
To give financial support visit the DEC Ukraine Appeal webpage or use any of the contactless-giving machines in the Narthex. Collections at St Mary’s Horsell have now finished, and they thank everyone who contributed. You can 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.
LIFT TO MASS NEEDED
A parishioner is looking for a lift to Mass on a Saturday evening from the Maybury area of Woking, near Boundary Road. If anyone would be willing to help, please contact the parish office. Thank you.
THE WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES – 22nd-26th JUNE 2022
Pope Francis said “there is no such thing as a perfect family, there are always buts”. In his prayer intention for June, Pope Francis focused on the upcoming World Meeting of Families. He said “The family is the place where we learn to live with one another, to live with young people and with those who are older. And by being united in our differences—young people, the elderly, adults, children—we evangelize with our example of life.” He reminded us that God is always with us. “He remains with us at all times in the swaying of the boat tossed by the sea: when we argue, when we suffer, when we’re joyful, the Lord is there and accompanies us, helps us, and corrects us.” As we draw closer to the celebrations on the 10th World Meeting of families let us recall our inner sense of holiness.” Let us pray for Christian families around the world. May each and every family embody and experience unconditional love and advance in holiness in their daily lives.” To find out more about the World meeting of families go to www.romefamily2022.com/en/
There are prayer cards available in the Narthex. Some have a prayer to pray at home, and some have space on the reverse for you to write your own prayer. There is a box for completed prayer cards, and all the prayers will be offered up at the end of the World Meeting of Families.
ST DUNSTAN’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL OPEN MORNINGS
for applications to start in Reception class September 2023
for applications to start in Reception class September 2023
Please note our Open Mornings for parents to visit the school with regards to applying for a place in September 2023, will be on Friday 14th October and Friday 18th November 2022.
If you would like to find out about how to apply for a place for your child at our school, then please do attend this presentation. A prompt arrival for the 9.30am start would be very much appreciated and the session will finish by 11am. Car parking will be available in the lower school playground.
The Open Morning is for parents/carers only. Please therefore could we ask you to pre-arrange childcare for young children and babies.
To book a place, please complete the form using this link or call Mrs A Murray via the school office on 01483 715190.
If you would like to find out about how to apply for a place for your child at our school, then please do attend this presentation. A prompt arrival for the 9.30am start would be very much appreciated and the session will finish by 11am. Car parking will be available in the lower school playground.
The Open Morning is for parents/carers only. Please therefore could we ask you to pre-arrange childcare for young children and babies.
To book a place, please complete the form using this link or call Mrs A Murray via the school office on 01483 715190.
ADMISSION TO RECEPTION at ST DUNSTAN’S SCHOOL in SEPTEMBER 2023
When you apply for your child to be admitted into the Reception Year at St Dunstan’s School in September 2023, one of the forms you will have to submit to the school is the Supplementary Information Form (SIF). One of the questions on the form asks you to state how often you attend Sunday (or Saturday evening) Mass. Once you have completed the SIF form, a priest in the parish where you normally attend Mass must sign the form indicating that they confirm (or not) the Mass attendance you have stated. This will happen during December. Dates will be in the newsletter.
St Dunstan’s is a very large Parish, and it is impossible for the priest(s) to be objective about their response to what has been stated on your form. For this reason, we offer you the opportunity to ‘sign’ a register of attendance at Mass whenever you come on either Saturday evening or Sunday. In this way the priest can look at the register when you bring your SIF form for signing in December and compare the two.
Signing will begin next weekend, June 25th/26th. To join the signing process you need to come to the Parish Office on a weekday to set up a sheet for your child. You will also be given more information about what is involved. The Office is normally open 9.00-1.00 and 2.00-5.00, but do avoid times when Mass is being celebrated.
FRIENDS OF ST DUNSTAN’S SCHOOL – SUMMER FAIR
Sunday June 26th
Sunday June 26th
The Summer Fair is one of the biggest events run by FOSD and this year it will be held on Sunday June 26th from 11.30 am – 14.30 pm. There will be lots of new stalls: Zorbing, a 40ft obstacle course, a bouncy castle for the little ones, beat the goalie, face painting and more. You can grab a drink from the bar, eat from the delicious BBQ, or this year visit the new freshly-baked pizza stall too. Entrance is free (but donations gratefully received) and everyone is welcome. Find out more in the programme which will be sold after the 9.00 am Mass this Sunday morning, June 19th, at St Dunstan’s Church.
FROM ARUNDEL AND BRIGHTON DIOCESE
YOUNG ADULTS (18-35) NORTH DOWNS WALK
SATURDAY 2nd JULY 11.30-3.00 pm
We gather together for Mass at St Joseph’s in Dorking and then explore the local area together, joined by members of the Diocesan Vocations Team – have your best questions ready! Contact our Diocesan Youth Adviser lizzie.wakeling@abdiocese.org.uk for more information.
theASCENT BOOKINGS ARE OPEN!
This amazing project for teenagers in year 10, 11 or 12 will help them grow in faith and confidence, as they explore what it means to be Catholic with other likeminded individuals. Contact our Diocesan Youth Adviser lizzie.wakeling@abdiocese.org.uk
CATHOLIC CERTIFICATE IN RELIGIOUS STUDIES (CCRS)
This course, which is for anyone interested in finding out more about their faith, begins again in the Diocese in the Autumn. For more information, please contact the Formation Adviser, Jon Harman jon.harman@abdiocese.org.uk.
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.
‘REFUGEES, FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS’
A talk “Refugees, friends and neighbours” in the Parish Hall of Our Lady Help of Christians, West Byfleet on Wednesday 22nd June at 7.30pm by Karen Goldsmith, Volunteer Helper for the past 3 years with the Greek Island of Chios Eastern Shore Response Team. Please do come along for what will be a very interesting Talk, followed by refreshments at 8.45 pm.
NEW TREASURER NEEDED
Woking Street Angels are looking for a new Treasurer to manage their charity accounts. For more information, (without any commitment) and the job description please contact chairwokingstreetangels@gmail.com.
A CONCERT BY WOKING SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Saturday 25th June
Saturday 25th June
Woking Symphony Orchestra’s next concert is on Saturday 25th June at Cobham Free School, Portsmouth Road, Cobham KT11 1TF. The concert will include a performance of Dvorak’s cello concerto and the Carnival Overture. The concert starts at 7.30 pm and tickets are £14 (adult) and £7 (U16/student). Further information and tickets are available at www.wokingso.org.uk/.