THE CHURCH OF OUR LADY OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
A member of Churches Together in Rotherhithe
Presbytery: 2 ST. ELMOS ROAD
SURREY DOCKS LONDON SE16 6SJ
WEBSITE: http://www.rcourlady.org.uk/
EMAIL: info@rcourlady.org.uk
TEL: 020 7231 9297
PRIEST: Fr. Thomas Udie
CHURCH OVERSEER: Tony Cernis
020 7232 1696
MASS TIMES
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Friday: 9.15am
Saturday: 5pm (Vigil Mass)
Sunday: 10.30am & 6pm
Reconciliation: Saturday: 11a.m. – 12noon
Saturday & Sunday before Mass
OFFICE TIMES
Mon, Tues, Fri: after 9.15am mass
Thurs: 6-7pm
HYMNS THIS WEEK
Entrance: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (384)
Offertory 1: Blessed Are You Lord (67)
Communion 1: Wait For The Lord (See Below)
Communion 2: The Angel Gabriel (516)
Exit: When Is he Coming (608)
Wait For The Lord (Taize)
Wait for the Lord
Whose day is near.
Wait for the Lord
Be strong, take heart (Repeat All)
PRAYER OF THE FAITHFUL
Priest:
As we begin the last week of Advent let us make an effort to pause occasionally amid the bustle of last-minute preparations, and consider the Christian meaning of the feast of Christmas, as we pray for the needs of all.
1.For an acceptance of God’s choices (Pause).
God chose the least of the clans and tribes of Judah as the people from whom the Messiah would come. May we be open to the choices God makes for us and acknowledge our God as living Lord of the Church and the world. Lord, hear us.
2.For a desire to be God’s faithful people (Pause).
As we prepare to celebrate the birth of the Messiah, may we renew our desire to live as God’s people, living according to God’s commands and obedient to the laws of Christ. Lord, hear us
3. For joy in the presence of the Lord (Pause).
The infant John leapt in his mother’s womb when he recognised the presence of the Lord. May we too be alert to God’s teaching and God’s visitation so that we may rejoice in the nearness of our God. Lord, hear us.
4. For a spirit of wonder (Pause)
Mary and Elizabeth were astonished by the blessings of God. In this time of Advent, may we too be open to God’s surprises looking for the fulfilment of God’s promises for us. Lord, hear us.
5. For good health (Pause).
May our brothers and sisters enjoy good health as we pray for Tom Hughs, Lewis Courtney, Theresa Benson, Catherine Tomlin, Jim Walsh, Natasha Fitzpatrick, Francis Allen, Annie Nolan, Rose Wright, Ann McNicholl, Philomena O’Hagan, Mark Turner, Freddie Fusco, Collin Lydon, Sean Connoly, Alice Mbeng Bessong, William Guckian, Nerville, Fred Osby-Darko, Pat Whitlock, Yris Alomajan, George Sidney Marks, Francis and Mary McGilligan, Rev Fr Andreio Volle, Maria Gordon, Micky Otoole, Chukuma Nwosu, Eileen Ruddy, Karen Kentish and Virginia. Lord, hear us.
6. For eternal life (pause).
May our sisters and brothers live forever with the Lord. We pray for Mabel Eyakenyi. Lord, hear us
Let us pray that Mary, the mother of Jesus, will share her joy with us. Hail Mary…
Let us pray in silence for those we wish to pray for.
Priest;
Lord God our father, may this time of preparation for the celebration of Christ’s birthday remind your people that loving is giving. We make our prayers through Christ our Lord.
Amen
NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS
Appeal For Food
A big “Thank You” to all for your donations to the Homeless Kitchen of canned food. We raised 430 cans of different kinds of food items and other items. May the good Lord bless you all for your generosity.
Seminary Fund
Please help train our future priests by contributing to the cost of educating our students at St. John’s Seminary Wonersh. The Diocese has 21 students in training at the cost of £20,000 per student each year. The Diocesan seminary Fund augments the annual Ecclesiastical Education Collection. Please send your donations/legacy through your parish priest or directly to Canon James Pannett at 48 Dale Road, Purley CR8 2EF – 02086603815.
PREVIOUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Readers at Mass
We are appealing for more people to join the reading ministry in the Parish. May God bless you as you help your Parish in this way. Contact Ken Essien on 07703189026.
Gift Aid
Please join the Gift Aid Scheme if you can. It will cost you nothing but will help the parish. Contact the gift aid organizer Gabriel Guckian on 02072520991.
Choir Practice
There will be choir practice in the Church for the Christmas on Thursday 22nd December at 7pm. Those interested are invited.
Catenian Association
The Catenians meet regularly on the second Thursday of each month in the evening. Contact Ken Essien on 07703189026.
Legion of Mary
Legion of Mary meets every Tuesday at 7.30pm. We are still looking for more members. Contact the priest for more information.
Homeless kitchen
We still appeal to you for contribution to feed our homeless brothers and sisters. We are looking for tomatoes, canned meat and beans. Please, help us. Thanks for your generosity.
Eucharistic Adoration
There is Eucharistic Adoration every 1st Friday of the month. All are invited.
Bible Studies Group
The Bible Study meets every last Wednesday of the month from 7.30 to 8.30 to discuss the readings of the following Sunday. All are welcome. The next meeting will be on the 25th of January 2012. Please, make use of this opportunity to improve your bible knowledge. Contact Gabriel on 02072520991 for more information.
OFFERTORY LAST WEEK
Saturday 5.00pm 103.85
Sunday 10.30am 122.60
6.00pm 149.35
Total 375.80
Second Collection 133.51
MASSES FOR THE WEEK
Saturday 4th SUNDAY OF ADVENT (B)
17th December 5.00pm: Walter Serpis
Sunday 4th SUNDAY OF ADVENT (B)
18th December 10.30am: Mabel Eyakenyi RIP
6.00pm: People of the Parish
Monday Feria
19th December 9.15am: People of the Parish
Tuesday Feria
20th December 9.15am: People of the Parish
Wednesday Feria
21st December 9.15: No Mass
Thursday Feria
22nd December 9.15am: People of the Parish
Friday Feria
23rd December 9.15am: People of the Parish
11.00am: Reconciliation
5.00pm: Reconciliation
Saturday 4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT (B)
24th December 11.00am: Reconciliation
5.00pm: Dermot Gray RIP
11.00pm: Christmas Carols
11.30pm: Mid-night Mass
Sunday 4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT (B)
25th December 10.30am: People of the parish
6.00pm: Emem Utuk RIP
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