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Parish Newsletter 15.5.2022

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FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER (YEAR C)

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Parish Priest: Fr Anthony Dampson
Assistant Priest: Fr Marek Balawender

Notices

OUR LADY OF PEACE – PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL (PPC) We extend a warm welcome to the members of the new Our Lady of Peace Parish Pastoral Council. PPC members are: Clergy: Fr Anthony Dampson (PP), Fr Marek Balawender (Assist Priest), Deacon Michael Ossei-Williams, Barbara Bryant (Advisor to the Parish Priest). Brid Vaughan (Chair), Liz Bamber, Mairin Comfort, Bernie Garfitt, Edward Agbaje, Yvonne Cafferty, Hadrian Lobo, Rose Moita, Juliet Sokpo, Cedrica Lobo, Val Warner, Millie Fernandez, Alexcia Ossei-Williams.

The new PPC will be inaugurated on Sunday, 15th May and initially will go through a period of formation and training but are effective immediately with the first official meeting taking place on Monday, 16th May. Dates for future meetings will be published in the Parish Bulletin and the Parish Website and announced from the altar. Minutes of each meeting will also be published and made available to the Parish. We wish the new PPC every blessing and look forward to providing them every support to help this wonderful parish to grow and thrive.

If you would like to speak to one of the PPC members please do so directly or contact Yvonne at the Parish office by telephone: 01628 605764 or email: parish.ourladyofpeace[AT]northamptondiocese.org.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION CHILDREN First Reconciliations will take place in Our Lady of Peace Church next Saturday, 21st May at 10.00am. Please note that there will be Holy Communion goods on sale at the end of this service. Please continue to pray for our children so that they will grow in their appreciation of the sacraments of Confession and Holy Communion.

OFFERTORY The collection for 8th May amounted to £819.84. The amount collected for Priests’ Training Fund amounted to £253.87. Many thanks for your continued support.

GIFT AID OFFERTORY ENVELOPES If in previous years you used envelopes, the new envelopes from April 2022 have been distributed. If you are currently not able to attend Mass to return your envelope please drop through the Presbytery door (only if safe for you to go out). If you are a UK taxpayer, you could add 25p to every £1 that you give to your Parish (at no cost to yourself) through Gift Aid. If you would like to make your offering via a Standing Order, you can set up a standing order for donations to the parish using either your online bank account or in branch. The information you require to make this donation is as follows: Bank: NatWest. Sort Code; 60-06-11. Account Name; 46716203. Account Name; RCDN Our Lady of Peace. Payment Ref: Our Lady of Peace, Slough. Or through this link: https://northamptondiocese.org/wp-content/uploads/GAD-general-June-18-v2-revision.pdf Please contact Yvonne if you require any further information or wish to request for offertory envelopes on 01628 605764 or email office.ourladyofpeace[AT]northamptondiocese.org

CRISIS IN UKRAINE Please keep all those affected by this conflict in your prayers.

Loving God, we pray for the people of Ukraine, for all those suffering or afraid, that you will be close to them and protect them. We pray for world leaders, for compassion, strength and wisdom to guide their choices. We pray for the world that in this moment of crisis, we may reach out in solidarity to our brothers and sisters in need. May we walk in your ways so that peace and justice become a reality for the people of Ukraine and for all the world. Amen

ST GILBERT’S MISSION PROJECT still continue raising funds. Small plastic bottles are available in the Church porches for any loose change you would like to donate to the St Gilbert’s Mission Project. Please return full bottles to Our Lady of Peace.

PARISH SAFEGUARDING REPRESENTATIVE Máirín Comfort is our Parish Safeguarding Representative. The role of the Parish Safeguarding Officer is to provide support, advice and information on all matters concerning the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in the parish. If you have any queries, please contact Máirín via the Parish office.

COVID There is still a risk associated with gathering for sustained periods in enclosed spaces and therefore we will continue to monitor our practices in the Churches to ensure we are as Covid secure as possible. Inside churches we encourage you to continue to wear a mask if possible. There will be no social distancing but please be sensitive to the needs of others around you. For those wishing to maintain social distance the right-hand side aisle (looking at the altar) will be reserved for this purpose. The sign of peace can be re-introduced, and holy water stoups filled up again. We should continue to ensure there is good ventilation, balancing this against the need for church heating, especially at this time. If you experience any COVID-19 symptoms, stay at home. If you tested positive for COVID-19 and were in Church recently, stay at home and inform us immediately by calling 01628 605764 so that we can take the necessary steps. Thank you for your continued vigilance.

PARISH OFFICE Yvonne, as Parish Secretary, will be working in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, from 9.00am to 2.00pm. For all Parish matters please contact Yvonne via email on office.ourladyofpeace[AT]northamptondiocese.org or telephone the Parish office on 01628 605764 and leave a message.

Appointments

ASSISTANT HEADTEACHERS x 2 FOR ST MARY’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, MAIDENHEAD The Governors are seeking to appoint two highly capable and inspirational Assistant Headteachers to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a forward-thinking professional with exceptional leadership skills to further drive improvement at our successful school. The successful candidate will have a proven track record at Middle or Senior leadership level, underpinned by a clear strategic vision for improving pupils’ life chances. To apply, please visit: https://www.mynewterm.com/jobs/139882/EDV-2022-SMCPSM-10679

Upcoming Events

HEALING GARDEN : NORTHAMPTON CATHEDRAL The Healing Garden is a new initiative for our Diocese and they would like to invite you to the ‘Open Day’ on Sunday, 15th May. They hope to be joined by many people on the day, including Clergy, parishioners, and hopefully greeting people from outside of our faith community also. The event commences at 3.00pm and will start with a service which Bishop David will be part of. The remaining of the time (likely to be until 5.00pm) will include refreshments, time for gathering and sharing and provide an opportunity for 8 charities and organisations to promote the good work that they do in supporting those who have been harmed by abuse, both related to the Church and external. Please see the new webpage on the Diocesan website to promote the development of the garden https://northamptondiocese.org/healing-garden/

SHEKHINAH PRAYER GROUP meet weekly on Wednesdays from 7.00pm to 8.30pm via Zoom. Catholic teachings on different topics and Lectio Divina (Praying the Scriptures) are handled on alternative weeks, on Wednesday 18th May, the topic will be Salvation through Jesus the Speaker will be Deacon Michael. If you are interested in joining the group please contact Yvonne via email: office.ourladyofpeace[AT]northamptondiocese.org and a link will be sent to you.

SPIRIT & LIGHT WORSHIP invite you on Friday, 20th May to St Andrew’s Church from 8.00pm to 9.00pm in thanksgiving for grace received. We will adore the Lord Jesus through Scripture, Music and Worship. Please call 07957 594646 for more information.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION CHILDREN First Reconciliations will take place in Our Lady of Peace Church next Saturday, 21st May at 10.00am. Please note that there will be Holy Communion goods on sale at the end of this service. Please continue to pray for our children so that they will grow in their appreciation of the sacraments of Confession and Holy Communion.

BLESSING OF THE GRAVES The Blessing of the Graves will take place on Sunday, 22nd May at Slough Cemetery at 3.00pm.

BAPTISM ZOOM MEETING will be held on Tuesday, 31st May at 6.00pm. This is for first time parents who wish their child to receive the Sacrament of Baptism over the next few months. To register please email Yvonne on office.ourladyofpeace[AT]northamptondiocese.org.

FAMILY GET TOGETHER Friday, 3rd June from 2.00pm to 8.00pm, at St Andrew’s. Free entry, live music with Stephen Barker, ‘bring and share’ food, raffle, licenced Bar! Please support our first event coming together after such a long time!

NYMO SUMMER CAMP This year the Camp takes place from 24th-28th July at Alton Castle in Staffordshire. With the option to camp this year you can either bring a tent or book a dorm! Prices start at £225, please check the website for all the options. The cost includes all activities, food, a full day at Alton Towers and another mystery day trip! For more information and to book a place please email beccy[AT]nymo.org or log on to nymo.org/summercamp

SUBMISSIONS FOR THE PARISH WEBSITE OR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER can be sent to Yvonne. Items on paper and print are also accepted and can be given to Yvonne, Fr Anthony, or delivered to the Presbytery.

A PARISHIONER HAS VERY KINDLY OFFERED TO PRINT AND DELIVER COPIES OF OUR WEEKLY BULLETIN to those unable to attend Mass each week, this would only be posted through the letterbox. If you know of anyone who would like a copy delivered, please contact Yvonne via email or contact the Parish office on 01628 605764. Please obtain the permission of the Parishioner to provide their address to Yvonne.

MASS BOOKINGS Kindly drop off your intentions at the Presbytery, place it in the donation box in the Church or give it to Fr Anthony. You can still make a request for Masses by email and telephone.

PARISH ONLINE PRAYER SERVICE A dedicated email has been set up for you to send prayer requests. The email address is: prayerministry.ourladyofpeace[AT]northamptondiocese.org Meanwhile, let us continue to support and pray for one another in the parish.

Parish Donations

FINANCES We are extremely grateful, not only for your financial support, but also to the volunteers who help in so many ways for the Church to remain open for Masses.

Your valued ongoing support to the Parish can be made through the following options:

  • Donating by phone: ‘Giving Tuesday’ – Telephone Donation In addition to the online donation facilities currently available, the Diocese has begun a ‘Giving Tuesday’. Each Tuesday between 10:00am and 4:00pm, you can call this number, 01604 712065, and donate to your parish.
  • Online Donation We are now using a new provider ‘Invest My Community’ who work with other Catholic Diocese, schools and charities. You can access our online giving page via the donate button on our Diocesan Website or by using the following link https://northamptondiocese.org/donate/ If you would like to use this facility to make your regular, one off donations please ensure you indicate this along with the name of your parish, and any other message detail in the ‘Public Message’ box. Please note this information is not made visible to the public.
  • Standing Order via donor’s own bank: You can set up a standing order for donations to your parish using either your online bank account or in branch. You can also make a one-off payment to the parish. The information required to make the donation is as follows:
    Bank: NatWest.
    Sort Code; 60-06-11.
    Account Name; 46716203. Account Name; RCDN Our Lady of Peace.
    Payment Ref: Our Lady of Peace, Slough.
  • Standing Order using the form: https://northamptondiocese.org/wp-content/uploads/GAD-general-June-18-v2-revision.pdf You can complete the standing order form for donations to your parish with the option to Gift Aid. Please indicate on this form if you are not a tax payer but would like to set up a standing order only. There are two sides/sheets to this form, it should be printed, completed, signed and returned to our Parish office, we will then forward to central offices at Bishop’s House for processing at a later date. Please remember to state which parish this standing is for i.e. ‘For the benefit of Our Lady of Peace, Slough Parish’ section at the top of the form. Banks will require 7 working days from receipt of these forms to activate the request so please ensure the start date reflects this 7 day period to ensure the S.O. can take effect.
  • There is also a donation box in Our Lady of Peace for Mass intentions, offertory, donations, etc.
  • Contactless Donations 💳 We have installed ‘Digital Collection Plate’ contactless terminals in the Churches, allowing you to donate using a contactless debit/credit card, NFC smartphone or watch. Simply enter the amount you wish to donate and hold your card (or NFC device) to the reader. You can also opt-in for Gift Aid to increase your donation by 25%. If you are a UK taxpayer then donating with Gift Aid means that we can claim an extra 25p for every £1 received.
  • Parish Donations Portal 💳 After a successful trial of the physical digital collection plate in our Churches, we are pleased to announce that a web portal is now available as a queue-free alternative. Either use the link (Gift Aid giving is available using one-time registration): https://portal.mydona.com/assets/webPay/index.php?cid=419 or with your QR code reader mobile app, scan the code in the printed newsletter, click on the link to mydona.com, and it will give you the same options available on the Digital Plate in Church. Also look out for the DONATE HERE sign with QR Code in the Church. Thank you.
    N.B. To access this service, select links titled: Parish Donations Portal.

Thank you for any help you are able to give and God bless.

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Masses & Intentions

May 14th – May 22nd

Sunday Readings: Year C.
Weekday Readings: Cycle II.

Universalis – Daily Mass Readings (updates automatically).

Live streaming of Masses at Our Lady of Peace can be found on
Facebook: ourladyofpeacecatholicchurchburnham and YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCegtpwudlmz48G-m3gPNy4Q

May 14th – May 22nd

Saturday 14th May | ST MATTHIAS, Apostle
2.00pm St Andrew’s – Mass for the sick
Saturday 14th May | FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Mass Readings (Year C)
6.00pm Our Lady of Peace – Phil Hogan Intentions (Conroy); Maureen Leppard RIP (Crouch)
Sunday 15th May | FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Mass Readings (Year C)
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – First Holy Communion children, parents, grandparents and Godparents (Rosary Group); Lenoy Tharakan Int Thanksgiving (Kuthokathen); Clement Francis Intentions (Family)
11.30am St Andrew’s – Gerry Antao RIP (Ryan); In Thanksgiving (Sebastian); People of the Parish
Monday 16th May
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – Mateus J Simao RIP (1st Anniversary) (Fernandes); Anne Maasch RIP (Birthday Rememb.) (Denise)
Tuesday 17th May
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – Conversion of hearts of Indifferent Countries (Rosary Group); Mullins (Foundation); Musial family RIP (Tkaczyk)
Thursday 19th May
9.30am St Andrew’s – All Holy Souls (Ryan); May McGrath Intentions (Gatt)
Friday 20th May
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – Little Star Hobson RIP (Rosary Group); Dearing (Foundation); Mel McCabe RIP (Birthday Remb.) (McCabe)
Saturday 21st May | SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Mass Readings (Year C)
6.00pm Our Lady of Peace – Special Intention (Conroy); Ronald Begley RIP (Boundy); Ethan Slaney Intentions (Choir)
Sunday 22nd May | SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Mass Readings (Year C)
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – For newly Confirmed members of our Parish family, parents, grandparents and Godparents (Rosary Group); Nora Estillore RIP (Bowron)
11.30am St Andrew’s – Susan Chukwudi (Chukwudi); Arthur K Ratna RIP (K Ratna family); People of the Parish

Notes:
LS = Mass livestreamed on Facebook and Youtube.

Liturgy Office resources:
Calendar notes for 2022 (PDF)

Our Lady of Peace Church – Lower Britwell Road, Burnham | SL2 2NL
St Andrew’s – Elmshott La/Washington Drive, Cippenham, Berks | SL1 5RE

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