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Today’s Bible Readings
The First Reading We hear part of Peter’s first sermon to the people of Israel living in Jerusalem, delivered after the Apostles had received the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost. Jesus of Nazareth, attested by God with mighty works, was killed by lawless men, but has been raised up by God, in fulfilment of scripture prophecy. Exalted by God he has now poured out the Holy Spirit.
In the Second Reading St Peter tells us that we have been redeemed by the precious blood of Christ like that of a Lamb without spot or blemish, and that God has raised him from the dead and given him glory.
In the Gospel two downcast disciples are walking to Emmaus from Jerusalem on Easter evening and talking about the death of Jesus and rumours of his resurrection. Jesus draws near to them, though they do not recognise him. Gently he asks them what is troubling them, and then explains that the scriptures show it was necessary for the Christ to suffer these things and so enter into his glory. As they draw near to Emmaus, the disciples invite Jesus to stay with them at the inn as it is towards evening. It is only when they are at table as he breaks the bread that they recognise who he is. After he vanishes they return to Jerusalem to tell the Apostles.
Times of Mass and Devotions for the Week beginning Sunday 19th April 26
Saturday 9.30 am Mass
Easter feria 6.00 pm First Mass of Sunday followed by Confessions
Sunday 19th April 8.30 am Mass
3rd Sunday of Easter 10.00 am Family Mass
11.30 am Solemn Mass followed by Confessions
6.30 pm Mass
Monday 6.00 pm Mass followed by Adoration & Benediction
Easter feria
Tuesday
St Anselm 6.00 pm Mass followed by Rosary
Wednesday
Easter feria 6.00 pm Mass
Thursday
St George 9.00 am Mass followed by Rosary
Friday
Easter feria 9.00 am Mass followed by Divine Mercy Prayers
Saturday 9.30 am Mass
St Mark 6.00 pm First Mass of Sunday followed by Confessions
Sunday 26th April 8.30 am Mass
4th Sunday of Easter 10.00 am Family Mass
11.30 am Solemn Mass followed by Confessions
6.30 pm Mass
Announcements This Week
IMPORTANT: Please note that our permanent phone number is: 020 7603 0814
Music at 11.30 am Solemn Mass Today: Batten - Short communion Service
Motet: Anerio - Alleluia. Christus surrexit
Music at 10.00 am Family Mass: There is now a button on the parish website, which allows parishioners to listen to and practice the Sunday hymns ahead of time.
Saturday this week, 25th April
ARISE! Easter Retreat Morning:
9.30 Mass in Church
10 am – 12 noon Retreat Reflections & Prayer Time in Parish Centre
12 noon – 1.00 pm Shared Lunch in Parish Centre
‘Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the scriptures?” (Luke 24:32). The Risen Christ opened the hearts of his disciples to understand Scripture on Easter Day and he wants to do the same for us throughout the Easter season. Please join us in a morning retreat, Saturday, April 25, 10 am-12 noon in the parish centre, (preceded by the 9.30 am Mass and followed by lunch), during which we will together “open the scriptures” to explore the mystery of resurrection. The retreat will be based on 'Arise: A 50 Day Journey into the Mystery of the Resurrection', newly published by Sophia Press and written by one of our parishioners. The cost of the retreat is £15 which is the (reduced) purchase price of the book of which you will receive a copy. Please let the Parish Office know you are attending the retreat, and please bring some food to share at the lunch. Those who would like to purchase a book in advance can obtain one in the parish office. Payment can be made by contactless.
Next Sunday is Good Shepherd Sunday, when we pray for Vocations to the Priesthood, and we will listen to a Pastoral Letter from Archbishop Richard, our new Archbishop of Westminster. After Mass, there will be a collection for the Priest Training Fund of our Diocese. This fund plays a crucial role in supporting men who are discerning and preparing for the priesthood. Their formation includes academic study, spiritual development, and pastoral training — all of which are essential for their future ministry. As we reflect on Christ as the Good Shepherd, we are reminded that He continues to call shepherds for His Church today. Please keep our seminarians and those considering this calling in your prayers.
Next Sunday, 26th April at 6.30 pm, there is our Confirmation Mass for Young People of our parish, celebrated by Bishop Jim Curry, Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster. We rejoice to have 40 candidates, a much larger number than in recent years, but this means that they, their sponsors and families, will take up all the available seating in the church. If you are not a Confirmation sponsor or family member, please attend another Mass this weekend: Saturday 6.00 pm, or Sunday 8.30 am, 10.00 am, 11.30 am. Thank you for your understanding.
Some Planned Giving Envelopes for the financial year just beginning are still to be collected from the back of church or from the parish office.
Prayer workshop: Thursday 30th April 2026 at 2pm at Nazareth House. All welcome.
Our Parish Safeguarding Representative, Laurice Sanderson writes…
After several years undertaking the Parish Safeguarding Role, I will be standing down at the end of May. I have found the role to be interesting and varied. At times challenging, it has been mainly enjoyable! I have engaged with parishioners whom I barely knew, getting to know them in a less formal way and hope to pass on the baton to someone (or more than one person!) who will get as much enjoyment from the role as I have, ensuring the safeguarding of our children and vulnerable adults in church activities. Would you like to know more, are you interested in this very interesting role and would you like more information? If so, please contact me by email: brookgreensg@safeguardrcdow.org.uk
Monthly Hour of Devotion Saturday 2nd May at 2pm, dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Followed by 30 minutes of Silent Adoration and Benediction. All are welcome.
Holy Trinity Cine Club: for children in Year 7 to Year 9, and Year 10 to 12 on a Friday evening once a month. Quality ‘surprise’ movie followed by discussion and pizza. All are welcome, suggested donation of £5 towards running costs. Contact cineclubbg@gmail.com. See poster in the church porch.
Need a gift for someone who has everything? Why not book a Mass for their intentions? Masses can be booked in the parish office where you will also receive a beautiful card. Recommended donation £10.
Major Repairs to the stonework of the Tower and Spire of the Church are urgently needed. Protective scaffolding has been erected and a detailed programme of the works required is being drawn up.
Two new illustrated booklets are available as a kind of guide to our Church building here at Holy Trinity: 'The Stained Glass Windows of the Church', and 'The Church Carvings and Paintings.' Researched and written by our parishioner Christopher Road, augmenting the Parish History he has also written: 'Little Rome – The Story of Holy Trinity Brook Green'. The booklets are £5 each, and the Parish History is £12.50. They can be purchased during office hours from the Parish Office. You can also purchase a PDF version of the two booklets by emailing the parish office.
SACRAMENTS
Preparation for the Sacrament of Baptism: If you have a child for Baptism under 5 years old please email us for an application form. You will be contacted once the form has been received. A copy of one of the Catholic parents’ baptism certificate will be required. Baptisms can only take place on Saturdays at 11am.
