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Parish Newsletter 17.7.2022

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SIXTEENTH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR (YEAR C)

Go to: Notices | Upcoming Events | Masses & Intentions | Parish Donations Portal | Ways To Donate | Our Facebook Page | Our Youtube Channel

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

Notices

WE WELCOME Bishop Oliver from Maiduguri in Nigeria, who will be with us on Wednesday, 20th July. Bishop Oliver will celebrate Mass in Honour of Our Lady at 7.30pm in Our Lady of Peace, and will share his fascinating testimony on the extraordinary power of prayer and how it has helped to unite his Diocese through extremely difficult times.

DECEASED Please pray for Kathleen Corp RIP who died last week, no details of her Funeral arrangements are available currently. May her soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in peace, Amen.

WE WISH the Teachers, staff and pupils of Our Lady of Peace Primary & Nursery School, St Joseph’s School and St Bernard’s School happy Summer holidays!

OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL: YEAR 6 We celebrate a Leavers Mass with the pupils from Year 6, Our Lady of Peace School on Monday, 18th July, all Parents of Year 6 children are invited. We thank the staff and pupils for their participation in the Mass and wish the pupils every blessing in their new ‘adventures’ in their Schools in September.

CONGRATULATIONS to Jude Patrick Peters who will be Baptised on Saturday, 23rd July in Our Lady of Peace. Please pray for Jude, his parents, grandparents and Godparents.

OFFERTORY The collection for 9th July amounted to £701.78. The retiring collection for Apostleship of the Sea amounted to £34.55. Many thanks for your continued support.

SLOUGH FOODBANK are appealing for more donations, the cost of living crisis has resulted in fewer donations and more clients and they are having to use their funds to buy food themselves to meet the current demand. The following link will take you to a list of items which they need. https://slough.foodbank.org.uk/give-help-2/foodbank-wishlist/

YOUTH GROUP 11+ Thank you to the youths who attended the pizza gathering a few weeks ago, it was great fun!. We are now delighted to announce our first official youth session for ages 11+, this will be this Sunday July 17th after 9.30am Mass, we aim to finish at 12.30pm. This is for both St Andrew’s and Our Lady of Peace Youths as the location will be alternated between both Churches every month. Parents are required to attend the first 10 minutes for registration and a walkthrough of the group’s plans going forward. Please register your interest for the group, or if you have any queries please contact olopyouth22[AT]gmail.com

GOING INTO HOSPITAL? If you wish to receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion and Anointing of the Sick before going into Hospital please let us know. A visit can be arranged from Fr Anthony or Fr Marek.

PERPETUAL MASS we have received some Perpetual Mass cards, they recommend £7 and £4 for a healing card. These can be purchased from the Sacristy in Our Lady of Peace.

HELP WANTED – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Due to holidays and illness, one of our main projects in Slough – a food share hub – is in desperate need of volunteers/drivers to collect, sort and deliver food (to other charities) which is donated by several supermarkets 7 days per week.

How we operate… The food collections take place in the evenings, and are delivered to our Hub at Dukes House (Queensmere Shopping Centre) around 9.45pm, where a team of sorters unload the van, sort the food inside our premises and re-load the van with non-chilled goods ready for the following early morning deliveries (food which needs refrigeration is stored in our range of chillers overnight). The sorting typically takes up to an hour. The delivery driver arrives at Dukes House the following morning just before 7am to load the chilled food and set off on the delivery run. We use our Transit van for the collection and delivery, which only needs a standard UK driving licence.

So, in summary we urgently need more drivers to help with either the morning deliveries or evening collections, and helpers to unload and reload at Dukes House in the evenings. If you can spare some time to help this very worthy project, please contact John Goudie by text on 07712 650038 or email at admin[AT]sloughnightshelter.org as soon as possible. Thank you!

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.

THE UNIVERSE CATHOLIC WEEKLY have launched our new online newspaper. Order your Digital 4 weeks FREE trial supply by calling Michelle on 0743 661 7650 or email:michelle.jones[AT]universecatholicweekly.co.uk

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.

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.

Appointments

FOUNDATION GOVERNOR The Diocese of Northampton is seeking to appoint a foundation Governor for St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School, Slough. The suitable candidate must be a practicing Catholic over the age of 18 who values the importance of Catholic education in the local community. A background in education is not required, but skills from other professional spheres are greatly welcomed. The average Foundation Governor role will take up about 10-12 hours per month. This includes the minimum requirement of attending three full Governor meetings per year and serving on at least one committee. You will also be encouraged to attend free training sessions. If you are interested in applying or would like further information, please send a letter of intent by email to clerkGB[AT]st-bernards.slough.sch.uk

Upcoming Events

YOUTH GROUP 11+ Thank you to the youths who attended the pizza gathering a few weeks ago, it was great fun!. We are now delighted to announce our first official youth session for ages 11+, this will be this Sunday July 17th after 9.30am Mass, we aim to finish at 12.30pm. This is for both St Andrew’s and Our Lady of Peace Youths as the location will be alternated between both Churches every month. Parents are required to attend the first 10 minutes for registration and a walkthrough of the group’s plans going forward. Please register your interest for the group, or if you have any queries please contact olopyouth22[AT]gmail.com

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

ESCORTED PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK SHRINE, IRELAND, 25th July 2022. £699.00 per person sharing. Price includes flight from Luton or Stansted with 10kg hand luggage, all transfers, 4 nights’ in Knock House Hotel with full board. All entertainment and excursions included. Day trips to Westport, Ballintubber Abbey, Croagh Patrick, Fr. Peyton Centre & National Museum. Single supplement £100.00. Contact Patricia on 01268 762 278 or 07740 175557 or email knockpilgrimages[AT]gmail.com. Knock Pilgrimages is fully protected by ATOL T7613.

ROSARY GROUP You are invited to a beautiful evening of litany, readings and Rosary, with music to praise and worship the Lord, on Wednesday, 27th July, at St. Augustine’s, Amersham Hill, High Wycombe, at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome. Bring your family and friends.

GK CHESTERTON PILGRIMAGE The 12th Annual GK Chesterton Pilgrimage will take place this year on the hundredth anniversary of GKC being received into the Catholic Church, On Saturday, 30th July. Please send any prayer requests to CatholicGKCSociety[AT]yahoo.co.uk or text them to 07795 205114. Details of the many different ways in which you can be involved on the day, as well as printable GKC prayer cards, can be found on our website www.catholicgkchestertonsociety.co.uk. Over the years we have raised over £15,000 for Good Counsel with sponsorship from the Pilgrimage. Donations can be made here, www.justgiving.com/fundraising/gkcwalk22

PILGRIMAGE TO WALSINGHAM The Pilgrimage of Reparation and Prayer for the Sanctity of Life, will be led by Fr David Donaghue of our Diocese; Bishop Philip Egan will be the main celebrant of the midday Pilgrim Mass. Saturday, 6th August 12noon. Please see poster for further details.

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

July 16th – July 24th

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

July 16th – July 24th

Saturday 16th July | SIXTEENTH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
Mass Readings (Year C)
6.00pm Our Lady of Peace – Harper family Intentions (O’Donnell); FHC Children, Parents, Grandparents, Godparents and Catechists (Rosary Group)
Sunday 17th July | SIXTEENTH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
Mass Readings (Year C)
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – Susan Deignan RIP (Deignan); Anitha Babu Intentions (Family); Eileen Tizzard RIP (Bowron); Annie Kuthokathen Intentions) (Kuthokathen)
11.30am St Andrew’s – Carmel Karunaratna RIP (McGarry); Harry Bassey RIP (Anniversary) (Basey);
Shannon Family Intentions (Rosary Group); People of the Parish
Monday 18th July
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – McCann Family Intentions (O’Donnell); Florian & Elizabeth Intentions (Family);
Deidre Law-Hennessy Intentions (Florence)
11.00am Our Lady of Peace – Year 6 OLP School Leavers Mass
Tuesday 19th July
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – Everard Family Intentions (O’Donnell); Anne Marie Kryskia Intentions (Florence)
Wednesday 20th July
7.30pm Our Lady of Peace LS – Mass in Honour of Our Lady
Thursday 21st July
9.30am St Andrew’s – Carmel & Joe Intentions (P&C); Winney Wade Int and Confirmation Catechists, Parents & Grandparents (Rosary Group)
Friday 22nd July
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – Farrell & Bignell (Foundation); Deborah Yakuba RIP & Persecuted Christians (Rosary Group); Gwyn Davies RIP (O’Donnell)
Saturday 23rd July | SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
Mass Readings (Year C)
6.00pm Our Lady of Peace – Eddie Devenish RIP (O’Shea); Anne Gordon RIP (Shiels)
Sunday 24th July | SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
Mass Readings (Year C)
9.30am Our Lady of Peace LS – For newly Confirmed members of our Parish family, Parents, Godparents & Grandparents (Rosary Group); Mable Dias RIP (Lobo);
11.30am St Andrew’s – Susan Chukwudi RIP (Chukwudi); 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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