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34th Sunday of the Year (B) - November 21st/22nd 2009

Christ The King.

Today we celebrate Christ the universal King. He did not claim to be only the king of the Jews. His kingdom was not to be an exclusive one. He is king of all who are on the side of truth and listen to his voice.

 

Thanks for last week’s collection of £1176.83. This weekend there is a retiring collection for SPUC (White Flower Appeal). Next weekend there is a second collection for Pastoral Formation. Yellow envelopes welcome.

 

The Choir will lead the singing at the 10.45 am Mass. All are welcome to the Sacred Heart Church whether for one visit or one of many. Join us for a cup of coffee or tea in the Hall after this Mass.

 

WEEKDAYS

Mon  23 Feria Bl. Miguel Agustine Pro, SJ,

                       St.  Clement 1, P,M.    ;

                        St. Columbanus, Ab.                             Luke 21: 1-4        

Tue   24 Mem  Ss. Andrew Dung-lac, P & Comps Mm Luke 21: 5-11

Wed  25 Feria  St. Catherine of Alexandria                  Luke  21:12-19

Thu   26 Mem  St. John Berchmans, SJ Rel.                Luke  21:20-28

Fri     27 Feria                                                                Luke  21:29-33

Sat    28  Mem Our Lady on Saturday                           Luke  21:34-36

                       

Diary Dates: November 23-27th 2009

Mon    Friendship Group 1.30 pm.

            Rosary for the Unborn after the 5.45 pm Mass - Voice of the voiceless       

Tue    The Over 60s Lunch group meet at 1.00 pm.

            AA Group at 7.30 pm.

Wed    Legion of Mary 7.00 pm at St. Catharine’s.

            Alanon meet at  7.30 pm in the Ogilvie Room.

Thu     Choir Practice 7.30 pm.

Fri       Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3.00 pm.

 

 

 

Lauriston Jesuit Centre  -  Meet the Author: Award winning chilrden’s Writer, Elizabeth Fensham. Wednesday November 25th, 7.30 pm in the Small Hall. Admission free. 

 

Thinking already about your Christmas presents. If you have been used to sending a calendar to friends near and far, what about sending one of the 150th anniversary booklets this year for a change.

 

Following the success of our ‘Senior Years’ programme, we will begin a new series of lunchtime events, taking place on Thursday’s following the midday Mass. The first event is a chance  to ‘Meet the

Author’, on November 19th, starting at 1.15 pm. Please see the separate flyers for more details.

 

The next Marriage Weekend will take place at Gillis Centre from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon November 27th-29th. Details from Trish & Peter Simmons 449 4891, e-mail: p.simmons170@gmail.com or visit our website: www.marriageencounter-scotland.org.uk

 

You are cordially invited to a Thanksgiving Mass in celebration of the Canonization of Saint Juanne Jugan, foundress of the Little Sisters of the Poor at 3.00 pm on Sunday 22nd November 2009 in our Church. The main celebrant will be His Eminence Keith Patrick Cardinal O’Brien.

Refreshments will be served after the Celebration in Saint Catharine’s Convent, Lauriston Gardens. All welcome.

 

Nativity Play during the 10.45 am Mass on 4th Sunday of Advent, December 20th.

Children who would like to take part in the Nativity Play please go out with the Children’s Liturgy Group during the 10.45 am Mass on Sunday November 29th for allocation of parts and measuring of costumes. Altar servers who would like to take part as well as any older children or teenagers who might be interested in doing a reading, singing or playing an instrument, please contact Fiona Cremona (447 4819) or Louise Aldridge (337 2087). The Dress Rehearsal will take place on Saturday December 19th from 10.00 am-12 noon meeting in the Ogilvie Room for costumes.

 

Christmas Fair at the Eric Liddell Centre, 15 Morningside Road, Saturday December 5th 10.00 am to 3.00 pm. Adults £1.50, Children free.

 

Nativity Carol Concert, Advent Sunday, November 29th at St. Andrew’s Square Gardens at 4.00 pm. Join the Exile Gospel Choir in singing traditional carols: www.edinburghschristmas.com

 

150th Anniversary Celebrations. The next event is a concert in the Church by the North Merchiston Choir on Friday December 11th at 7.30 pm. Admission free. Please see notice in the Foyer.

 

Lauriston Jesuit Centre—The Gospel of Luke. A series of three lunchtime talks from 1.15-2.30 pm on Thursdays in Advent: November 26th, December 3rd and 10th led by Fr. Jim Crampsey, SJ. Please bring a packed lunch—tea and coffee provided.

 

Please remember to let us know when someone on the list is no longer in urgent need of prayers.

 

We pray for the sick and those who care for them: Joe McCafferty, Bridget Gordon, Catherine Wilson, Maga Maczek, Nilda D’Agostino, John Donoghue, Theresa Donoghue,

Cristovam Graciano Rebello, Rita Jones, John McPartlin, Samantha Carey, Mary Smart, Eleanor Docherty, Collette Duffy, Mrs. Farquharson, Dorothy Jarque, Kathleen Haggerty, and Mary McVie.

 

Reflection: “...All who are on the side of truth listen to my voice.”     John 18:37


33rd Sunday of the Year (B) - November 14th/15th 2009

 

Memorial Mass in memory of the Jesuit martyrs

and companions of El Salvador

This is a Fairtrade Parish

 

God In Whom We Trust.

We must not be afraid to give, for Christ gave himself completely and will reward with

salvation all those who are waiting for him.

 

Thanks for last week’s collection of £1176.83. This weekend there is a retiring collection for SPUC (White Flower Appeal). Next weekend there is a second collection for Pastoral Formation. Yellow envelopes welcome.

 

The Children will lead the singing at the 10.45 am Mass. All are welcome to the Sacred Heart Church whether for one visit or one of many. Join us for a cup of coffee or tea in the Hall after this Mass.

 

The 10.45 am Mass today, is a memorial Mass to mark the 20th anniversary of the martyrdom of the Jesuits in El Salvador.

 

WEEKDAYS

Mon  16 Feast  St. Margaret of Scotland                              Matt 25:31-46        

Tue   17 Mem  St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Rel                       Luke 19:  1-10

Wed  18 Feria  Dedication of the Basilica of Ss Peter

                        & Paul                                                           Matt  14:22-33

Thu   19 Mem  Ss. Roch Gonzales, P & Comps SJ Mm      Luke  18:35-43

Fri     20 Feria                                                                       Luke  19:45-48

Sat    21  Mem The Presentation of Our Lady                      Luke  20:27-40

                       

Diary Dates: November 16th-20th 2009

Mon    Friendship Group 1.30 pm.

            Rosary for the Unborn after the 5.45 pm Mass - Voice of the voiceless       

Tue    The Over 60s Lunch group meet at 1.00 pm.

            Vocations Mass at the Little Sister of the Poor, Gilmore Place at 7.30 pm.

            AA Group at 7.30 pm.

Wed    Legion of Mary 7.00 pm at St. Catharine’s.

            Alanon meet at  7.30 pm in the Ogilvie Room.

Thu     Choir Practice 7.30 pm.

Fri       Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3.00 pm.

 

Parish Pastoral Council meet on Tuesday November 17th at 7.00 pm.

 

Faith Community of St. Thomas of Aquin’s—Annual Mass for deceased relatives and friends on Monday November 16th at 7.00 pm. The celebrant will be Fr. Gerard Hughes, SJ. We invite all those who are members of our Faith Community, past and present, to send us the names of their deceased relatives and friends admin@st-thomasaquins.edin.sch.uk or by post to the school.

 

Thinking already about your Christmas presents. If you have been used to sending a calendar to friends near and far, what about sending one of the 150th anniversary booklets this year for a change.

 

St. Peter's Primary school are celebrating their Centenary year in 2010 and are putting together a calendar featuring photographs of the school through the years.  Are you an ex-pupil?  Do you have any suitable old photographs?  If so, please send them as soon as possible, to Mr Gio Mazzei - PTA, St. Peter's Primary School, Falcon Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4AH and include your name and address so they can be returned.  Alternatively email them to gbmazzei@googlemail.com Please note that as space is limited only a selection of photographs will be chosen, however others may be displayed in the school.

 

Lauriston Jesuit Centre Environment Series. The next talk  on ‘Evolution and Faith’, Monday  November 30th, 7.30 –9.00 pm. Pick up a flyer or see poster in the Foyer for details.

 

Following the success of our ‘Senior Years’ programme, we will begin a new series of lunchtime events, taking place on Thursday’s following the midday Mass. The first event is a chance  to ‘Meet the

Author’, on November 19th, starting at 1.15 pm. Please see the separate flyers for more details.

 

St. Peter’s Primary School. Enrolment of Primary One pupils for August 2010. Monday November 16th, 2009, 9.00 -11.30 pm and 1.30-3.00 pm. Please see notice in the Foyer.

 

The next Marriage Weekend will take place at Gillis Centre from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon November 27th-29th. Details from Trish & Peter Simmons 449 4891, e-mail: p.simmons170@gmail.com or visit our website: www.marriageencounter-scotland.org.uk

 

You are cordially invited to a Thanksgiving Mass in celebration of the Canonization of Saint Juanne Jugan, foundress of the Little Sisters of the Poor at 3.00 pm on Sunday 22nd November 2009 in our Church. The main celebrant will be His Eminence Keith Patrick Cardinal O’Brien.

Refreshments will be served after the Celebration in Saint Catharine’s Convent, Lauriston Gardens. All welcome.

 

Please remember to let us know when someone on the list is no longer in urgent need of prayers.

 

We pray for the sick and those who care for them: Joe McCafferty, Bridget Gordon, Catherine Wilson, Maga Maczek, Nilda D’Agostino, John Donoghue, Theresa Donoghue,

Cristovam Graciano Rebello, Rita Jones, John McPartlin, Samantha Carey, Mary Smart, Eleanor Docherty, Collette Duffy, Mrs. Farquharson, Dorothy Jarque, Kathleen Haggerty, and Mary McVie.

 

Reflection: “When you find it hard to pray, surrender to the emptiness. God is close to the broken-hearted.”  Jack Wintz 

 


32nd Sunday of the Year (B) - November 07th/08th 2009

God In Whom We Trust.

We must not be afraid to give, for Christ gave himself completely and will reward with

salvation all those who are waiting for him.

 

Thanks for last week’s collection of £1020.25. The collection for Church Fabric and Repair £487.95. Next weekend there will be a retiring collection for SPUC (White Flower Appeal).

 

The Choir will lead the singing at the 10.45 am Mass. All are welcome to the Sacred Heart Church whether for one visit or one of many. Join us for a cup of coffee or tea in the Hall after this Mass.

 

The 10.45 am Mass next Sunday, November 15th, will be a memorial Mass to mark the 20th anniversary of the martyrdom of the Jesuits in El Salvador. Fr. Crampsey will be the main celebrant.

 

WEEKDAYS

Mon  09 Feast  Dedication of the Lateran Basilica              John    2:13-22        

Tue   10 Mem  St. Leo the Great, PD                                   Luke  17:  7-10

Wed  11  Mem St. Martin of Tours, B                                   Luke  17:11-19

Thu   12  Mem St. Josaphat, BM                                          Luke  17:20-25

Fri     13  Mem St. Stanislaus Kostka, SJ Rel.                      Luke  17:26-37

Sat    14  Mem St. Joseph Pignatelli, SJ P                           Luke  18:  1-8

                       

Diary Dates: November 9th-13th 2009

Mon    Friendship Group 1.30 pm.

            Rosary for the Unborn after the 5.45 pm Mass - Voice of the  voiceless      

Tue    The Over 60s Lunch group meet at 1.00 pm. Vocations Mass at the Little Sister of the Poor, Gilmore

            Place at 7.30 pm.

            AA Group at 7.30 pm.

Wed    Legion of Mary 7.00 pm at St. Catharine’s.

            Alanon meet at  7.30 pm in the Ogilvie Room.

Thu     Choir Practice 7.30 pm.

Fri       Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3.00 pm.                                     

 

Oberammargau Trip. Will all pilgrims come to a short meeting at 12.30 pm on Sunday November 8th to make final decisions re optional excursions . Please bring your programme. If you cannot attend please ‘phone Barbara on 466 0045.

 

Liturgy Committee meet at 7.30 pm on November 11th.

 

Finance Group Meeting on Thursday November 12th at 6.30 pm.

 

Parish Pastoral Council meet on Tuesday November 17th at 7.00 pm.

 

St. Aloysius College Open Evening will be held on Thursday 12th November commencing at 7.00 pm with a talk by the Headmaster

 

Archdiocesan Justice & Peace Day. “The value of campaigning: working with our political representatives effectively.” Speaker: Jude Payne, Scottish Parliament  Information Centre. St. Mary’s Cathedral Hall, Little King Street, Edinburgh, on Saturday 14 November 2009 10.00 am-1.00 pm.

 

Further information from Miriam McHardy 623 8922

 

Miriam.mchardy@staned.org.uk  or

Ann Clark 623 8903

Ann.clark@staned.org.uk

 

Faith Community of St. Thomas of Aquin’s—Annual Mass for deceased relatives and friends on Monday November 16th at 7.00 pm. The celebrant will be Fr. Gerard Hughes, SJ. We invite all those who are members of our Faith Community, past and present, to send us the names of their deceased relatives and friends admin@st-thomasaquins.edin.sch.uk or by post to the school.

 

The SVDP is most grateful for your support. The following donations have been made: Indian Students £130: Asian and Oceanic disasters £400.

 

Thinking already about your Christmas presents. If you have been used to sending a calendar to friends near and far, what about sending one of the 150th anniversary booklets this year for a change.

 

St. Peter's Primary school are celebrating their Centenary year in 2010 and are putting together a calendar featuring photographs of the school through the years.  Are you an ex-pupil?  Do you have any suitable old photographs?  If so, please send them as soon as possible, to Mr Gio Mazzei - PTA, St. Peter's Primary School, Falcon Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4AH and include your name and address so they can be returned.  Alternatively email them to gbmazzei@googlemail.com Please note that as space is limited only a selection of photographs will be chosen, however others may be displayed in the school.

 

Lauriston Jesuit Centre Environment Series

New Series of six talks on ‘Evolution and Faith’, Monday October 26th to November 30th, 7.30 –9.00 pm. Pick up a flyer or see poster in the Foyer for details.

 

Following the success of our ‘Senior Years’ programme, we will begin a new series of lunchtime events, taking place on Thursday’s following the midday Mass. The first event is a chance  to ‘Meet the

Author’, on November 19th, starting at 1.15 pm. Please see the separate flyers for more details.

 

Charles Thomas Kennedy VC was born and spent his early years in the West Port and would have attended the Sacred Heart Church then in the Grassmarket. A Seat and Plaque will be unveiled on Remembrance Sunday, November 8th in the Grassmarket at 1.30 pm. 

 

Finance Group Meeting on Thursday November 12th at 6.30 pm.

 

St. Augustine’s R.C. School is celebrating its 40th anniversary and preparing to move to new school buildings. All former staff and pupils are cordially invited to attend a ‘Nostalgia Evening’ in the old school on Friday November 13th from 6.30-11.30 pm. If you wish to attend please e-mail: nostalgia@st-augustines.edin.sch.uk or write to St. Augustine’s High School, Broomhouse Road, Edinburgh EH12 9AD or phone 334 6801.

 

St. Peter’s Primary School. Enrolment of Primary One pupils for August 2010. Monday November 16th, 2009, 9.00 -11.30 pm and 1.30-3.00 pm. Please see notice in the Foyer.

 

The next Marriage Weekend will take place at Gillis Centre from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon November 27th-29th. Details from Trish & Peter Simmons 449 4891, e-mail: p.simmons170@gmail.com or visit our website: www.marriageencounter-scotland.org.uk

 

Archdiocese of St. Andrews and Edinburgh Administration Assistant £13,500 per year. A vacancy has arisen within the Religious Education Office for the post of Administration Assistant. This post offers an opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with excellent IT and interpersonal skills. This is a Full Time post (10.00 am to 4.00 pm) based at the Gillis Centre Edinburgh.

 

Religious Education Advisor and Chaplaincy Co-ordinator In Catholic High Schools. (£28,000 to £30,000 pro rata) The opportunity has arisen for the post of Religious Education Advisor and Chaplaincy Co-ordinator in Catholic High Schools within the Archdiocese of St Andrews and Edinburgh. Please see notice in the Foyer.

 

 

Please remember to let us know when someone on the list is no longer in urgent need of prayers.

 

We pray for the sick and those who care for them: Fr. Jim Henderson, SJ, Joe McCafferty, Bridget Gordon, Catherine Wilson, Maga Maczek, Nilda D’Agostino, John Donoghue, Theresa Donoghue,

Cristovam Graciano Rebello, Rita Jones, John & Jane McPartlin, Samantha Carey, Mary Smart, Eleanor Docherty, Collette Duffy, Mrs. Farquharson, Dorothy Jarque, Kathleen Haggerty, and Mary McVie.

 

Reflection:  “When you feel alone and in need, let God care for you. God is the greatest caregiver  there is.”  Julia Kuebelbeck.

 


Feast of All Saints - November 1st 2009

Today we offer the Lamb and celebrate the victory of our God in the company of all the redeemed in the heavenly kingdom.

 

Thanks for last week’s collection of £1121.15. The second collection this weekend is for Church Fabric & Repair. White envelopes welcome.

 

The Music Group will lead the singing at the 10.45 am Mass. All are welcome to the Sacred Heart Church whether for one visit or one of many. Join us for a cup of coffee or tea in the Hall after this Mass.

 

WEEKDAYS

Mon  02  Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed         

Tue   03  Feria Bl. Rupert Mayer, SJ P                                 Luke 14:15-24

Wed  04  Mem St. Charles Borromeo, B                               Luke 14:25-33

Thu   05  Feast All Saints of the Society of Jesus                 Matt    5:  1-12

Fri     06  Feria                                                                       Luke 16:  1-8

Sat    07  Feria  Our Lady on Saturday                                  Luke 14:1,7-11

                       

Diary Dates: November 2nd-6th 2009

Mon    Friendship Group please meet at St. Andrew’s Square Bus Station             at 11.00 am to go to.

            Dunfermline.

            Rosary for the Unborn after the 5.45 pm Mass - Voice of the voiceless       

Tue    The Over 60s Lunch group meet at 1.00 pm.

            AA Group at 7.30 pm.

Wed    Legion of Mary 7.00 pm at St. Catharine’s.

            Alanon meet at  7.30 pm in the Ogilvie Room.

Thu     Choir Practice 7.30 pm.

Fri       Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3.00 pm.                                 

            First Friday: Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after the 5.45 pm Mass until 9.15 pm

 

Starter Packs.  Please leave your contribution at the back of the Foyer.                              

 

The Visitor (15) - This is the next film in the Social Justice Series, which will be shown on Tuesday November 3rd at 7.00 pm in the small hall. All welcome.

 

Oberammargau Trip. Will all pilgrims come to a short meeting at 12.30 pm on Sunday November 8th to make final decisions re optional excursions . Please bring your programme. If you cannot attend please ‘phone Barbara on 466 0045.

 

 Finance Group Meeting on Thursday November 12th at 6.30 pm.

 

St. Aloysius College Open Evening will be held on Thursday 12th November commencing at 7.00 pm with a talk by the Headmaster

 

Archdiocesan Justice & Peace Day. “The value of campaigning: working with our political representatives effectively.” Speaker: Jude Payne, Scottish Parliament  Information Centre. St. Mary’s Cathedral Hall, Little King Street, Edinburgh, on Saturday 14 November 2009 10.00 am-1.00 pm.

Further information from Miriam McHardy 623 8922

Miriam.mchardy@staned.org.uk  or

Ann Clark 623 8903

Ann.clark@staned.org.uk

 

Thinking already about your Christmas presents. If you have been used to sending a calendar to friends near and far, what about sending one of the 150th anniversary booklets this year for a change.

 

St. Peter's Primary school are celebrating their Centenary year in 2010 and are putting together a calendar featuring photographs of the school through the years.  Are you an ex-pupil?  Do you have any suitable old photographs?  If so, please send them as soon as possible, to Mr Gio Mazzei - PTA, St. Peter's Primary School, Falcon Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4AH and include your name and address so they can be returned.  Alternatively email them to gbmazzei@googlemail.com Please note that as space is limited only a selection of photographs will be chosen, however others may be displayed in the school.

 

Lauriston Jesuit Centre Environment Series

New Series of six talks on ‘Evolution and Faith’, Monday October 26th to November 30th, 7.30 –9.00 pm. Pick up a flyer or see poster in the Foyer for details.

 

Oberammargau Trip. Will all pilgrims come to a short meeting at 12.30 pm on Sunday November 8th to make final decisions re optional excursions . Please bring your programme. If you cannot attend please ‘phone Barbara on 466 0045.

 

Finance Group Meeting on Thursday November 12th at 6.30 pm.

 

 

St. Augustine’s R.C. School is celebrating its 40th anniversary and preparing to move to new school buildings. All former staff and pupils are cordially invited to attend a ‘Nostalgia Evening’ in the old school on Friday November 13th from 6.30-11.30 pm. If you wish to attend please e-mail: nostalgia@st-augustines.edin.sch.uk or write to St. Augustine’s High School, Broomhouse Road, Edinburgh EH12 9AD or phone 334 6801.

 

The next Marriage Weekend will take place at Gillis Centre from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon November 27th-29th. Details from Trish & Peter Simmons 449 4891, e-mail: p.simmons170@gmail.com or visit our website: www.marriageencounter-scotland.org.uk

 

Please remember to let us know when someone on the list is no longer in urgent need of prayers.

 

We pray for the sick and those who care for them: Fr. Jim Henderson, SJ, Joe McCafferty, Bridget Gordon, Catherine Wilson, Maga Maczek, Nilda D’Agostino, John Donoghue, Theresa Donoghue, Cristovam Graciano Rebello, Rita Jones, John & Jane McPartlin, Samantha Carey, Mary Smart, Eleanor Docherty, Collette Duffy, Mrs. Farquharson, Dorothy Jarque, Kathleen Haggerty, and Mary McVie.

 

Reflection:  “Happy the peacemakers: they shall be called sons of God.”  Matt 5:9

 


30th Sunday of the Year (B) - October 24th/25th 2009

The Lord Who Works Marvels.

We worship Christ who opens our eyes to see the marvels that he has done for us as our high priest and mediator with the Father.

 

Thanks for last week’s collection of £892.18. The second collection for Missio raised £682.35. The second collection next weekend will be for Church Fabric & Repair. White envelopes welcome.

 

The Music Group will lead the singing at the 10.45 am Mass. All are welcome to the Sacred Heart Church whether for one visit or one of many. Join us for a cup of coffee or tea in the Hall after this Mass.

 

Congratulations to Claire MacLellan who is this month’s winner of the 200 Club draw.

 

 

WEEKDAYS

Mon  26  Feria                                                                                    Luke 13:10-17

Tue   27  Feria                                                                                    Luke 13:18-21

Wed  28  Feast  Ss. Simon & Jude, Apostles                                     Luke   6:12-19

Thu   29  Feria                                                                                    Luke 13:31-35

Fri     30  Feria  Bl. Dominic Collins, SJ Rel. M.                                  Luke 14:  1-6

Sat    31 Mem   St. Alphonsus Rodriguez, SJ, Rel.                            Luke 14:1,7-11

                                                                       

Diary Dates: October 26th-30th  2009

Mon    Friendship Group please meet at St. Andrew’s Square Bus Station

            at 11.00 am to go to Dunfermline.

            Rosary for the Unborn after the 5.45 pm Mass - Voice of the voiceless       

Tue    The Over 60s Lunch group meet at 1.00 pm. ASDC 7.30 pm.

            AA Group at 7.30 pm. Justice & Peace 6.30 pm.

Wed    Legion of Mary 7.00 pm at St. Catharine’s.

            Alanon meet at  7.30 pm in the Ogilvie Room.

Thu     Choir Practice 7.30 pm.

Fri       Chaplet of Divine Mercy at 3.00 pm.                                    

 

Next in the Centenary Celebrations will be Sr. Aelred’s talk on Friday 30th October at 7.30 pm in the Church. ' Missionary Partners'. 150 years of St Catharine's and Sacred Heart.

 

Alert for Starter Packs. Next Sunday is the day to bring items that would be useful in Starter Packs. Please leave your contribution at the back of the Foyer.

                                    

 

The Visitor (15) - This is the next film in the Social Justice Series, which will be shown on Tuesday November 3rd at 7.00 pm in the small hall. All welcome.

 

Thinking already about your Christmas presents. If you have been used to sending a calendar to friends near and far, what about sending one of the 150th anniversary booklets this year for a change.

 

St. Peter's Primary school are celebrating their Centenary year in 2010 and are putting together a calendar featuring photographs of the school through the years.  Are you an ex-pupil?  Do you have any suitable old photographs?  If so, please send them as soon as possible, to Mr Gio Mazzei - PTA, St. Peter's Primary School, Falcon Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4AH and include your name and address so they can be returned.  Alternatively email them to gbmazzei@googlemail.com Please note that as space is limited only a selection of photographs will be chosen, however others may be displayed in the school.

 

Lauriston Jesuit Centre Environment Series

New Series of six talks on ‘Evolution and Faith’, Monday October 26th to November 30th, 7.30 –9.00 pm. Pick up a flyer or see poster in the Foyer for details.

 

St. Augustine’s R.C. School is celebrating its 40th anniversary and preparing to move to new school buildings. All former staff and pupils are cordially invited to attend a ‘Nostalgia Evening’ in the old school on Friday November 13th from 6.30-11.30 pm. If you wish to attend please e-mail: nostalgia@st-augustines.edin.sch.uk or write to St. Augustine’s High School, Broomhouse Road, Edinburgh EH12 9AD or phone 334 6801.

 

The next Marriage Weekend will take place at Gillis Centre from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon November 27th-29th. Details from Trish & Peter Simmons 449 4891, e-mail: p.simmons170@gmail.com or visit our website: www.marriageencounter-scotland.org.uk

 

Please remember to let us know when someone on the list is no longer in urgent need of prayers.

 

We pray for the sick and those who care for them: Fr. Jim Henderson, SJ, Joe McCafferty, Bridget Gordon, Catherine Wilson, Maga Maczek, Nilda D’Agostino, John Donoghue, Theresa Donoghue, Cristovam Graciano Rebello, Rita Jones, John & Jane McPartlin, Samantha Carey, Mary Smart, Eleanor Docherty, Collette Duffy, Mrs. Farquharson, Dorothy Jarque, Kathleen Haggerty, and Mary McVie.

 

Reflection:  “Go, your faith has saved you.”  Mark 10:52

 

 



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