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Today’s Bible Readings
The First Reading We hear how the Apostles in the early church in Jerusalem proposed entrusting the leadership of the ministry of service of those in need to Deacons. The community chose seven candidates on whom the Apostles laid their hands with prayer. The Apostles were then able to devote themselves to prayer and the ministry of the word. The word of God and the number of disciples continued to increase.
In the Second Reading, St Peter reminds us that we are living stones being built into a spiritual house, to offer spiritual sacrifices to God through Jesus Christ, who is the cornerstone.
In the Gospel Jesus in his Farewell Discourse at the Last Supper reminds us that there are many rooms in his Father’s house. He is going there to prepare a place for us and will return to take us with him. Jesus tells Thomas, who is uncertain about the direction of travel, that he himself is the only way to God that he tells us the truth about God, and shares God’s life with us.
Times of Mass and Devotions for the Week beginning Sunday 3rd May 26
Saturday 9.30 am Mass
St Athanasius 2.00pm Monthly Hour of Devotion
6.00 pm First Mass of Sunday followed by Confessions
Sunday 3rd May 8.30 am Mass
5th Sunday of Easter 10.00 am Family Mass
Anniversary of Dedication 11.30 am Solemn Mass followed by Confessions
6.30 pm Mass
Monday (Bank Holiday) 12 noon Mass
The English Martyrs
Tuesday
Easter feria 6.00 pm Mass followed by Rosary
Wednesday
Easter feria 6.00 pm Mass
Thursday
Easter feria 9.00 am Mass followed by Rosary
Friday
Easter feria 9.00 am Mass followed by Divine Mercy Prayers
Saturday 9.30 am Mass
Easter feria 6.00 pm First Mass of Sunday followed by Confessions
Sunday 10th May 8.30 am Mass
6th 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: Gabrieli, A - Missa Brevis
Motet: Hassler - Ego sum resurrectio
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.
Today we celebrate the Anniversary of the Dedication of our Church,
by Cardinal Manning in 1866. Today candles will burn around the
walls of the church to mark the places that were anointed with
chrism as part of the consecration of the Church.
Christopher Road’s book ‘Little Rome’ and his booklets on the
windows and carvings of the church will be on sale after
Mass today. Also available from the parish office.
Today at the 11.30 am Mass we with joy celebrate another Adult Baptism and Confirmation, of a member of our Parish RCIA Group, following on from the four already celebrated at the Easter Vigil.
May is the special Month of Devotion to Mary: Gifts of flowers for her shrine in the church are especially welcome this month!
Youth 2000 Holy Hour, this Thursday 7th May from 7pm to 8:30pm followed by a social at the Pub. Confessions will be available during the Holy Hour, which will conclude with Benediction.
‘Arise’ A newly published book on the resurrection has emerged from our Parish! Based on 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 book is £15 and those who would like to purchase it can obtain a copy from the parish office.
Last Sunday 42 Candidates from our parish were confirmed. Thank you to all who attended and helped in different ways to create such a wonderful liturgy presided over by Bishop Jim Curry. We pray for these young people that the Lord be bring to fulfilment the work he has started with them.
Looking Ahead – Thursday 14th May: Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord, Holyday of Obligation, Mass at 9.00 am. Solemn Mass at 6.00 pm. Mass of the Vigil on Wednesday at 6.00 pm also fulfils the obligation.
Explorers Group – For those adults interested in becoming a Catholic. There will be a group meeting in May and June, with an opportunity to discuss, ask questions and explore the possibility of becoming a Catholic. The dates for this group are; 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th May and 10th, 17th and 24th June (all Wednesdays). The sessions start at 7pm and will last about an hour. Please email or speak to Therese if you plan to attend. Her email address is: brookgreencat@rcdow.org.uk
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.
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.
Archbishop Richard Moth is asking the whole diocese to pray for Vocations to the Priesthood.
We know that it is from amongst his people that God calls his shepherds, and so, between Good Shepherd Sunday and Pentecost, parishes are encouraged to bring their parishioners together for a Holy Hour each week. Here at Holy Trinity our normal half hour of Adoration on Monday from 6.30 pm, following Mass, will be extended until 7.30 pm. The Adoration will not take place on the two bank holiday Mondays in May, so the four weeks of prayer will be extended into the beginning of June.
Monday 11th May: 6.30 – 7.30 pm (after 6.00 pm Mass) Pray for those currently discerning the priesthood. Monday 18th May: 6.30 – 7.30 pm (after 6.00 pm Mass) Pray for seminarians in their formation. Monday 1st June: 6.30 – 7.30 pm (after 6.00 pm Mass) Pray for your parish's priests and all clergy serving in the diocese.
God our Father, you give us the Sacraments as signs and instruments of your love and mercy. Draw from amongst your disciples men who are willing to serve your Church generously as priests in the Diocese of Westminster, to minister to your people and to proclaim the Gospel to all. Send your Spirit to guide and strengthen them, to be their companion on the journey, as they discern your will for their lives. This prayer we make through Christ our Lord. Amen. Our Blessed Lady Immaculate, Pray for us. St John Southworth, Pray for us |
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.
