Parish News
PARISH PRAYER WALK Monday 10th August 10am From St Philip Howard Church. All very welcome!
Sign our Article 18 Petition | Aid to the Church in Need Article 18 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights protects the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion. ACN is collecting signatures for a petition calling on the UK Government, and ultimately the United Nations, to help defend this fundamental right and people’s freedom to practise their faith. Please sign the petition.
Synodality invites us to walk together through listening, prayerful discernment, and shared responsibility for our mission. Parishioners are being asked to reflect on our journey and share their views with the Diocesan Team. Parish Meetings Come and take part in the conversation. All are invited. Tuesday 1st Sept . After Mass and 7-9pm at SH Church Hall. Saturday 5th Sept 2.30pm at SPH Church Hall. Discussion themes … How are we living synodality in our Diocese and parish? How do I contribute to the life and mission of the parish? How well do we listen, welcome others & discern together? How can we grow further as a synodal Church? What steps can we take to help our parish achieve this vision?
ENQUIRERS’ GROUP – ADULT JOURNEY IN FAITH Are you a non-Catholic who wants to come into full communion with the Catholic Church, or a “resting” Catholic wanting to "return to the practice of the faith" email Dcn Larry: lmurawski@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk Weekly sessions: Starting 7th Oct. Our Lady, Stubbington
Registration forms will be available soon for children in Year 4 and above. Closing date Sunday 4th October . First Eucharist Masses – Corpus Christi Sunday 30th May ‘27
ASSISTED SUICIDE BILL – PETITION Visit cbcew.org.uk/opposing-assisted-suicide Please contact our MP as a matter of urgency to express your views on this Bill, even if you have written previously. Right to Life UK. Visit www.righttolife.org.uk/sept11vote A simple online tool: enter your postcode, review the suggested message, and send it directly to your MP
July “Server of the Month” Well done to Daniel EG who has been awarded the Green Cincture of Honour for the coming month (August).
St Philip Howard Hall. Sat 17th October . A special opportunity to thank all those who contribute to the life of our parish. Details will follow.
The coming week: Sat 8th August – Sun 16th August
Apologies, last week we had a minor blip with the links … To ensure your registration is up to date, and you continue to receive the newsletter and other communications, you will need to complete the new Parishioner Registration Form. There are separate forms for adults and children. • ‘ Drop-In Tea & Biscuit Sign-Up Sessions ’ If you need help completing the form, please come to Sacred Heart Hall on Thurs 6 Aug or Thurs 13 Aug, between 11.00am and 12.30pm, and we will be happy to assist you. Adult Registration Form is available here: https://catholicdioceseofportsmouth.churchsuite.com/forms/nkuysqm4