Solemnity of Saints Peter and St Paul

The sun shone as we gathered to celebrate this important feast day. Brian Davies of Cafod was our speaker, talking about the charity's new climate justice campaign. Parishioners were invited to sign up to the campaign.

This afternoon, a new venture gets underway at church. Some of our younger parishioners will be staging a prayer and praise service in the hall at 5pm. It has been organised by Greg Floyd, Paul and Hannah Francis, and Hugh Potter. It promises to be a lively occasion, with refreshments afterwards.

Don't forget Sunday July 12th when the parish retreat takes place. Redemptorist Father Tim Buckley will be guiding us through the day. All events take place in the church buildings and a shared table will be provided for lunch. Sign up in the narthex to make sure of your place.

The picture is from the recent parish jubilee service.

Twelfth Sunday of Year B

Parishioners old and new gathered on Friday night to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sacred Heart parish. The Mayor of Rugby was among the dignitaries present at the service, which coincided with the Feast of the Sacred Heart.
A parish worship band had been formed to accompany a lively service which included contributions from parishioners Mary Reynolds, Chris Browning and Laura Mahon along with Father Ted's homily. A procession of parishioners brought various items to the altar which represented the many different groups which make up the life of the parish.
After the service, a shared table was enjoyed in the hall with many guests staying as late as 11pm. An exhibition of photographs detailed the history of the parish with many current parishioners nearly unrecognisable!
On Sunday, perhaps as a result of the celebration on Friday, numbers were certainly down although it was a quiet and enjoyable service. There was good news for parishioner Michael Floyd who has been awarded the Diocesan Ubi Caritas Medal in recognition of his services to education.

Sunday 14th June 2009

Glorious sunshine greeted everyone at church today - a special day for six young parishioners who received the sacrament of confirmation. The service was celebrated by Bishop William Kenny. Congratulations to all of the candidates.

It is going to be a busy week for the parish. On Thursday, we have our parish agm at 7.30pm when the positions of chair, vice-chair and secretary will be filled for another year.

Then on Friday, we mark the 50th birthday of the parish with a special service at 7.30pm. The whole parish is invited to come along, and there will also be other clergy, civic dignitaries and former parishioners present.

There will also be a display of pictures showing the history of the parish.

Feast of the Holy Trinity, June 7th 2009

Torrential rain greeted everyone this morning - and it certainly showed in a relatively low attendance. Father Joe Briedenback was our guest celebrant and we welcomed Father Alan Bell who spoke to us about the work of the Crusade of the Holy Spirit.
Preparations are well in hand for the parish jubilee service on Friday June 19th at 7.30pm. There are just a few categories on the food list waiting to be filled up. It will be a busy week - the parish annual meeting is on Thursday June 18th, and the Bishop will be visiting for the Confirmation service on Sunday June 12th.
There will be a music rehearsal for the jubilee service on Sautrday June 12th at 2pm in the church. Anyone, absolutely anyone, who can sing or play an instrument will be welcome. The picture is another one taken at the Easter Vigil.