My dear brothers and sisters.

Christ’s peace be with you! By the time you read these lines, I’ll be getting ready for the second round of Sunday masses since my arrival on October 10. It really is a joy for me to be here, and I have already begun to meet with some of you, and I look forward in due time to getting to know you and the parish much better. As I mentioned last Sunday, I consider that my number one priority, as your parish priest, is to lead you to Christ, through the proclamation of the Word and the celebration of the sacraments, especially the Eucharistic sacrifice. As of Monday, October 20, there will be exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, each week, on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, from 11 a.m., till 12 p.m. At noon, on those days, we will pray the Angelus, followed by a simple blessing and reposition. Hopefully, over time, we can further increase the times when our beautiful church is open for moments of personal prayer. Please do come and join us if you can, as together, we present our parish to the Lord to draw strength from his love, to grow in his grace and in the service of others. Fr David+ 

 

The Churches Together Quiz

Was held recently in St Columba’s Hall and raised £152 which will be donated to the Hospice of the Good Shepherd.  Many thanks to all who supported this event.

 

Two Catholic High School Kitchen Vacancies

School website www.christofidelis.org.uk/vacancies  For more details or for an informal discussion, contact Mr Kilcoyne, School Business Manager on 01244 952788.

 

Foundation Governors Wanted for the Catholic High

You do not have to be a parent of a child in the school, but you must be a practising Catholic. For further information or for a visit: www.educationshrewsbury.org/governance  

 

Chester CathSoc

Meets after the 6 pm Mass every Sunday at St Werburgh’s Church. All parishioners especially students and young adults, are invited to join us for a time of faith, fellowship and refreshments. 

 

Our Parish Caritas Collection

If you would take a collection box in which to put any loose change, or by setting up a standing order, just let Dominique know. You can donate anytime via a QR code or online at www.caritasshrewsbury.org.uk 

 

Welcomers at Mass – Please Sign Up for October!

A  lovely ministry, welcoming both our Werbies and Visitors. Do please join us if you can.

 

Repository Christmas Cards for the Hospice

Cards, stocking fillers and gifts from the Hospice of the Good Shepherd, will be on sale at all the Masses, 09.00, 10.45 and 6.00 pm. All proceeds to our 150th Hospice Appeal.

 

November list – Month of the Holy Souls

Please submit names to be included in the Celebration of the Mass and in the prayers of the Parish during the month of November to admin@stwerburghchester.co.uk 
 

150th Thanksgiving Meal Photos

Please send in photos from the meal to admin@stwerburghchester.co.uk

 

Calling all daily mass goers… as well as others who might be available!

I am hoping to organise a small team of weekday sacristans to help with the setting up for and clearing away after the 12:15 mass, Monday to Friday. We can set up a rota, and some simple training can be provided. Please speak to me after Mass or send an email to the parish office with the days you might be able to help. Thank you! Fr David.

 

First Sacraments Meeting and Class

The first meeting both for children and their parents will take place on the 21st October at 6:30 pm at St Werburgh’s. Parents  and children arrive via the door of the Parish House. The parents will meet with Father David in the dining room, and the First Holy Communion children will meet up with the catechists in church.

THINGS TO REMEMBER!

The children will need a folder or wallet for their workbook, a pencil case containing coloured pencils and a handwriting pen or pencil for each session.
If your child is unwell, please could you email, Father David and Louise.  If you have not already completed the Application Form, Prayer Sponsor Form, GDPR Form and Medical Consent Form, please could you bring them along or email them to robertshaw499@btinternet.com before  21st October. If you would like your child, to be included in the First Holy Communion display, please would you bring a  photo of them that is not too large. We look forward to seeing you all on 21st October.

 

God’s Design for Fertility

Ira Winter, of Fiat Fertility Care, will deliver a talk on to which all are welcome. She will focus on the wonders of procreation and she will also explain the potential of Natural Reproductive Medicine for couples struggling to conceive or wishing to space pregnancies. The talk will take place on Thursday, 30th October at 7pm at St Mary's Caritas Centre, Delamere Rd, Crewe CW1 2JX.

 

Welcome Wednesday

This coming week at 10.45 am we welcome back David Huxley. No not about poaching this time but David will share his fishing knowledge and a few of his Fishing Experiences. As always everyone is Welcome!

 

Photo of the Week

Thank you to Ana Gasparini for sending in this photo of a stained-glass window in Shrewsbury Cathedral, with the legend ‘These waters shall not fail’. 
Possibly St Werburgh?

And finally…

A word of thanks and tribute to Fr Paul, composed on behalf of the parishioners, has been attached to this newsletter.