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DO YOU BELIEVE IN CATHOLIC EDUCATION

The faith of so many Catholics was nurtured and developed by attending a Catholic school.  Bishop Declan wishes to appoint new school governors to support the education of today’s generation of pupils.  Whether you enjoyed the benefit of attending a Catholic school or not, how would you like to support Catholic education by becoming a school governor? Governors come from all walks of life and backgrounds – and why not? If you have enthusiasm and commitment, then you can help to positively influence the lives of children.  Visit https://schools.cliftondiocese.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Could-you-be-a-School-Governor.pdf or contact Bill McEntree, 07710094976 for more information and for details of how to apply.

THE LITTLE WAY ASSOCIATION  The Little Way is a group of secular Catholics who come together each month for prayer, reflection and socialising. The Group is part of a worldwide Order of Carmelites. They meet on the second Saturday of most months at St. Patrick’s Bristol. If you would like further information about the order or Community please call their President, Patrick Dillon on 01275 794 094 with a contact detail or visit the website: www.secularcarmel.org.uk

Birth Injury Center

Our mission is to assist anyone who has been affected by a birth injury, and our website is a compilation of information around the different types of injuries. Did you know that stillbirths are the 5th leading cause of death worldwide? To see our organization and the information we wrote that goes into detail on this global problem check out the link below:

Intrauterine Fetal Demise – https://birthinjurycenter.org/types-of-birth-injuries/intrauterine-fetal-demise/

Asbestos Exposure While Pregnant

Asbestos, a mineral that was used in various products and throughout buildings, is known to cause mesothelioma cancer. If a pregnant mother is exposed to asbestos then it can have effects on her and her child. We wanted to make a guide that details everything we know and need to know about asbestos exposure while pregnant. Check it out:

Asbestos Exposure While Pregnant – lanierlawfirm.com/mesothelioma/asbestos-exposure/pregnancy/

Also, here is a guide that outlines everything to know about mesothelioma, which complements our other guide.

Mesothelioma – lanierlawfirm.com/mesothelioma/

Rosary for Peace

Members of the Legion of Mary from Bristol Metropolis Have embarked on praying the Rosary for peace on Saturday of every fortnight at the Grounds of Broadmead in Bristol City Centre at 2.00pm.

It is open to every interested member of the church and the public. We have had non-Catholics joining in the prayer. St Patrick’s Praesidium “Our Lady Untie of Knots is ably represented every time.

The grave challenges confronting the world at the start of this new Millennium lead us to think that only an intervention from on high, capable of guiding the hearts of those living in situations of conflict and those governing the destinies of nations, can give reason to hope for a brighter future.

“When once men recognize, both in private and public life, that Christ is King, society will at last receive the great blessings of real liberty, well-ordered discipline, peace and harmony.” Pope Pius XI, The Encyclical on the Kingship of Christ.

The Rosary is also a prayer for peace because of the fruits of charity which it produces. Praying the rosary for peace will produce peace among people and nations. When prayed well in a truly meditative way, the Rosary leads to an encounter with Christ in his mysteries and so cannot fail to draw attention to the face of Christ in others, especially in the most afflicted. How could one possibly contemplate the mystery of the Child of Bethlehem, in the joyful mysteries, without experiencing the desire to welcome, defend and promote life, and to shoulder the burdens of suffering children all over the world?

Apostolic Letter “Rosarium Virginis Mariae” of the Supreme Pontiff John Paul Ii to the Bishops, Clergy and Faithful on The Most Holy Rosary Article 6 “Prayer for Peace and for the Family” states

“A number of historical circumstances also make a revival of the Rosary quite timely. First of all, the need to implore from God the gift of peace. The Rosary has many times been proposed by my predecessors and myself as a prayer for peace. At the start of a millennium which began with the terrifying attacks of 11 September 2001, a millennium which witnesses every day innumerous parts of the world fresh scenes of bloodshed and violence, to rediscover the Rosary means to immerse oneself in contemplation of the mystery of Christ, who “is our peace”, since he made “the two of us one, and broke down the dividing wall of hostility” (Eph 2:14). Consequently, one cannot recite the Rosary without feeling caught up in a clear commitment to advancing peace, especially in the land of Jesus, still so sorely afflicted and so close to the heart of every Christian”.

The World need peace today more than ever. From Ukraine to Russia, Gaza and Israel, Lebanon and the entire Middle East. Let us  come together to pray for peace in the world through Our Mother Mary The Queen of Peace and Our Lord and Saviour The Prince of Peace.

“If you want peace in your heart, in your home, in your country, assemble together every night and say the Rosary.” ~ Pope St. Pius X.

The next dates are 6^th July; 20^th July and 03^rd August  2024

History

In the 1970s Charismatic Renewal brought a wave of the Holy Spirit in India, especially the southern state of Kerala, gave rise to several catholic youth groups which encountered Jesus and the Gospel in a renewed and refreshing way. In 1985, these youth groups connected with each other and came together for a large conference. The conference was called ‘Jesus Youth 85’ and the young people who attended the conference began to call themselves ‘Jesus Youth’

Today this is an international movement with presence in 30 countries around the world. The strength of our movement is a special focus on personal relationship with Jesus Christ our Lord. Jesus Youth still remains a network of small but vibrant groups  of young people and families. While facing our own challenges in life we try to give time to Jesus and the people around us.

In may 2016, the Pontifical Council for Laity recognised  Jesus youth as an International Private Association of the Faithful with Juridical Personality.  Jesus Youth is the first in India and second in Asia to get such a recognition.

Spirituality, formation and way of working

Jesus Youth has a structured formation programme which helps its members to grow as faithful disciples of Christ through the six pillars of the movement.

The six pillars are Daily Prayer, Sacraments, Word of God, Fellowship, Evangelisation and Option for the Poor.

The work we do in the UK and Bristol

Jesus Youth have been working together with various arms of the Catholic Church and other youth movements to organise Faith Formation programmes, Catechist Trainings, Gospel Music Concerts, Pilgrimages (most notably Walsingham) and Retreats for Families, Youth and Teens. Jesus Youth is officially part of the ‘Spirit in the City’ initiative of Westminster diocese. We are also part of the various Pro-Life campaigns across the country. This movement is now active in 19 dioceses in the UK. Please find more details in our website Jesus youth UK

In Bristol, we conduct a monthly Night Vigil in various parishes in Bristol, enriched with Worship sessions, Sharings and Reflections, Eucharistic Adoration and Eucharistic Celebration. We also have a weekly prayer meeting focused on youth, conducted in the Parish Church of St Nicholas of Tolentino and a weekly Eucharistic adoration at our Lady of Rosary church, Lawrence Western. We also have a monthly teens gathering and a bi-weekly prayer meeting at St Joseph Church,Fishponds. We are open to new initiatives to reach out to more people and share the love of Jesus.

We look forward to meeting with you in person sometime as per your availability to seek opportunities to work together wherever possible. We remain thankful for all the support we have received so far from you and the Parish. And we promise to remember you in our humble prayers.

In Christ,

Jino Johnson
Co-ordinator – Bristol Regional Team
Jesus Youth UK

Dear Father

We are inviting you to join us on Saturday 18 May at St Brendan’s Sixth Form College (Broomhill Road, Brislington, Bristol, BS4 5RQ) for Living the Common Good: Discerning Challenges and Responses. It will be a day of formation and community, bringing people together in prayer to discern the practical ways to live the common good in our parishes, pastoral areas, and diocese. We are blessed to have Jenny Sinclair from Together for the Common Good guiding us through our discernment process, and focusing on identifying the specific areas for mission in our communities as well as the practical steps we can take to serve those needs and proclaim the Gospel by our lives.

We have attached a poster for you to promote this event in your parishes, and have provided a short description of the event for your parish newsletter, or to share on your parish website:

Living the Common Good: Discerning Challenges and Responses will take place 18 May 2024 from 10am to 4pm at St Brendan’s Sixth Form College, Brislington, Bristol. It will be a day of formation and community, bringing people together in prayer to discern the practical ways to live the common good. There is no cost to attend. Please register at cliftonlivingthecommongood.eventbrite.co.uk

We ask that you please encourage people to join us on this day of formation, taking place the day before Pentecost, to help prepare our parishes, pastoral areas, and diocese for our Pentecost mission this year. If you have any questions, please send an email to Jason.Charewicz@CliftonDiocese.com

Thank you very much, and God bless.

Jason Charewicz

Lourdes Pilgrimage 2024 – 23rd August to 30th August

The Clifton Diocese Pilgrimage to Lourdes is taking place this year in late August with pilgrims coming from all over the Diocese to embark on this journey.  Details can be found on the Diocese website Lourdes | Clifton Diocese or by contacting lourdes@cliftondiocese.com /0117 902 5590 for an information pack.  Please be aware the deadline for deposits is 31st March 2024, with payment is full by 31st May 2024.

Your help to promote the pilgrimage is very much appreciated.

With best wishes

Paula

CLIFTON CHILDREN’S SOCIETY FOR ADOPTION

This year CCS Adoption has reached a terrific milestone, 120 years old. The Annual Appeal takes place this weekend and all the money we raise will go towards their work finding forever families for children who need them and providing them with the specialist lifelong support they need once they are adopted.

There continues to be nearly 1000 children in care with plans for adoption who have been waiting more than 18 months to be placed with adoptive parents.  If you are considering adoption or would like to find out more about CCS’s work and ways you can support the team at CCS would love to hear from you. Email info@ccsadoption.org or calling 0117 9350005. Your donations and support make such a difference so please give generously. Please donate via the website Donate to children’s charity CCS Adoption or email fundraising@ccsadoption.org

Dear Father

Below is information regarding the CCS online distance learning programme. I would be grateful if you could promote it in your parish and to anyone who may be interested.

The Centre for Catholic Studies (CCS) at Durham University is offering a fully online Distance Learning programme in Catholic Theology. The programme is designed so that participants can work through material at their own pace, studying equally well in any time zone and in many different life situations, alongside work, ministry, family or caring obligations. Participants can study for an MA, a Postgraduate Diploma, a Postgraduate Certificate, or opt to complete a single module: ‘Catholic Theology: A Preliminary Tour’.

Full details can be found at:

https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/catholic-studies/facilities/distance-learning/

The CCS is offering bursaries towards tuition fees for 2024-25 – The deadline for applications has recently been extended to 7 July 2024.

https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/catholic-studies/facilities/funding-/ccs-bursary-for-distance-learning-2024-25/#d.en.1337643

Please contact Theresa Phillips, CCS Manager, if you have any questions about this opportunity – theresa.phillips@durham.ac.uk

With all good wishes,

Sarah

Act now to stop DIY abortion up to birth

MPs Diana Johnson and Stella Creasy have both tabled amendments to the Government’s Criminal Justice Bill that would decriminalise abortion. In different ways, they would essentially legalise DIY abortion up to birth, for any reason.

Please contact your MP urgently, asking them to oppose these extreme and barbaric proposals. You can do this using SPUC’s easy to use webtool, at https://www.spuc.org.uk/abortionamendments. The amendments will be debated on 4 June, so please contact your MP NOW.

Please pray for the defeat of these amendments, for protection of unborn babies, and help and comfort for mothers in need.

There will also be a rally and prayer vigil outside Parliament on 4 June, held jointly with other pro-life organisations. If your parish is in or within reach of London, and you’d like to advertise it to your parishoners, please let me know and I can send the full details.

To assist with the spiritual dimension of this struggle to save innocent lives, we have produced a booklet on leading a Holy Hour for Life, which is a great resource for praying for the defeat of this amendment, It can be found here.

Thank you for your help with this. Please come back to me if I or the SPUC team can be of any assistance to you.

With every best wish,

St Patrick’s School are currently recruiting for a SEND LSA to work in our school from 01/07/2024 or to start in September 2024. This is a full time role 8.30am to 3.30pm, job share applications may be considered depending upon the school receiving a suitable job share partner application.

Please see the advert on eteach and apply using their online application form.

https://www.eteach.com/job/send-lsa-1420981

We also have a recruitment open for a KS2 Class Teacher working full time from September 2024.

Please see the advert here: https://www.eteach.com/job/ks2-class-teacher-1426956

For any more information, please call Charron Plumstead on 01173772387