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NEW PARISH SECRETARY I asked Margaret Swift if she would help us in this way and she agreed. She will normally be in the Parish Office on Mondays & Wednesdays 10.30am – 3pm.
PARISH CONSULTATION DAY A big thank you to everyone who took part – whether for the full day or morning or afternoon. There were about 55 of us altogether and we spent the morning reflecting on how the past couple of years has been for us here at St Anne’s. People shared very personally and movingly. We then moved on to what we think are the priorities for the parish in the next few years and even reduced them to just 2 – you will be hearing what we thought next weekend. In the afternoon we had a prayer service around Fr Dennis’ grave – each of us placed a pebble on the cross – and then continued with the hopes about the next steps for the parish. Thanks to Fabio who cooked – thanks to all those who made cakes and did the refreshments and planning. The Parish Pastoral Council is meeting this Monday and will be planning how to extend the conversation to everyone who comes to mass.
PRAYING FOR THE SICK AND HOUSEBOUND I would like to publish each week in the newsletter the names of those we want to pray for. At the moment I have fifteen peoples’ names. Is there anyone else you would like us to pray for. Please let me know or email stannesbuxton@gmail.com
CHURCH TOILET We have redecorated and reopened the one at the back of the Presbytery which is part of the garage. It will be open during the weekend Masses. Look for the sign at the rear of the Presbytery. Our thanks to Peter Skrobot for the redecoration.
MEGA YOUTH POLL In 2018, Pope Francis will meet Bishops and others to talk about Youth, Faith and Vocational Discernment. At this gathering, they will discuss how the Catholic Church can accompany young people in their faith and help them to hear God’s call. If you are aged between 13-29 years old, the Catholic Church in England and Wales would like to hear from you, we want to hear what life is like, youth thoughts and faith and connection with the Catholic Church. To help you tell us we have created a Mega Youth Poll that you can access using this link https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/parish-youth-poll
THE WALL The diocese has given us an interest free loan to cover the cost of the wall. The parish is grateful for this as it takes some of the pressure off but there will be fundraising in due course to help with the payments.
COMMUNITY CENTRE BOOKINGS The Community Centre booking system is up and running. If you wish to book the centre, please see the Community Centre bookings page or text your enquiry to 07376457618.
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL – OFSTED REPORT – The leadership team at St Thomas More School has maintained the good quality of education in the school since the last inspection. Mr Hickey, the Headmaster, has led the school well and continues to ensure that staff are true to the core values of the school. The staff and pupils are exceptionally loyal. As one parent said, ‘This school manages to provide an environment in which my daughter is safe, supported emotionally and challenged academically.’
MASS INTENTIONS There are envelopes at the back of church for Mass Intentions. When you would like to have a Mass offered for your own intentions, please use one of these envelopes and return it to the Presbytery.
POPE FRANCIS recently reminded us that “Nuclear deterrence and the threat of mutually assured destruction cannot be the basis for an ethics of fraternity and peaceful coexistence between people. Spending on nuclear weapons squanders the wealth of nations. When these resources are squandered, the poor and the weak living on the margins of society pay the price. “Question – should the UK replace Trident?”
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Many thanks to everyone who helped, particularly to Mike who acted as Auctioneer with great humour and skill and some wonderful individual bids undoubtedly came as a result of his gentle cajoling. Thanks also to Bruce who dealt with the bids, to Angela and Aileen for doing the refreshments, to Rob for all the printing and to Fr Dennis for all the advance publicity. Last but not least, thanks to everyone who kindly donated an item to auction or who bid for one or more of the lots.
We shall have a truly wonderful Flower Festival. We shall display a full list of the lots, donors & money raised at the back of the church from this evening.
Best wishes, Margaret Robinson
