Welcome to all our visitors at St Barnabas Cathedral and St Augustine of England

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1 The Catholic Community of Central Nottingham St Barnabas Cathedral Derby Road and St Augustine of England Woodborough Road Welcome to all our visitors at St Barnabas Cathedral and St Augustine of England THIRTY THIRD WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME Saturday 17th November ~ Sunday 25th November 2018 Psalter Week I ~ Sundays - Year B ~ Weekdays - Cycle II Weekday Masses at The Cathedral: In addition to the 1pm weekday Mass, Mass will be celebrated each weekday in the Lady Chapel at 7.30am and at 6.15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Mass is Extraordinary Form will be celebrated on Wednesday at 6.15pm. Cathedral Repository A large selection of Christmas cards, 2019 diaries, advent candles, traditional nativity scenes, and a large selection of faith gifts available to purchase from the Repository. Please feel free to browse and view catalogues for specific needs if item not available. Thank you for your continual support, Cheryl. Children s Liturgy takes place at the Cathedral during the 10am Sunday Mass. Sunday Morning Tea & Coffee Tea and Filter coffees will be served after the 8am, 10am & 11:15am Masses in the Cathedral Hall with bacon/sausage rolls, toasted crumpets and teacakes available after the 8am and 10am Masses. Times of Confession Tues - Fri Cathedral 12.15pm pm Saturday St Augustine 5.15pm pm Saturday Cathedral 10.30am - 12 noon 5.30pm pm Weekly Exposition Times Thursday Cathedral 12noon pm Thursday St Augustine After 10am Mass Saturday Cathedral 10.30am - 12 noon 5.00pm pm No gham Roman Catholic Diocese Trustees Company No Charity No

2 CATHEDRAL MASS TIMES FOR THE THIRTY THIRD WEEK OF THE YEAR ~ Psalter Week I Saturday 17th November Vigil Mass 6.30pm Sunday Thirty Third Sunday 8am 18th November of the Year 10am 11.15am 1pm Baptism ~ 6pm Novena Mass for Our November Dead Monday Feria 7.30am Novena Mass for Our November Dead 19th November 1pm 6.15pm Tuesday Feria 7.30am 20th November 1pm 6.15pm Wednesday The Presentation of the 7.30am 21st November Blessed Virgin Mary (Memorial) 1pm Thursday Saint Cecilia (Memorial) 7.30am People 6.15pm Extraordinary Form 22nd November 1pm Novena Mass for Our Nov. Dead List 6.15pm Friday Feria or 7.30am 23rd November Saint Clement I or 10am Requiem ~ Saint Columban 1pm 6.15pm Saturday Saint Andrew Dung-Lac and 9.15am Prayer for Vocations 24th November Companions (Memorial) 10am Vigil Mass 6.30pm Sunday Solemnity of 8am 25th November Our Lord Jesus Christ, 10am King of the Universe 11.15am 1pm Baptism ~ 6pm University Mass of the Diocese

3 ST AUGUSTINE S MASS TIMES AND EVENTS FOR THE THIRTY THIRD WEEK OF THE YEAR ~ PSALTER WEEK I Saturday 17th November Vigil Mass 6pm Sunday Thirty Second Sunday 18th November of the Year Tuesday 20th November Wednesday Feria The Presentation of 11am 10am 21st November Our Blessed Virgin Mary 9am Novena Mass for Our November Dead Thursday 22nd November Friday 23rd November Saturday Saint Cecilia (Memorial) Feria or Saint Clement I or Saint Columban 10am Novena Mass for Our November Dead 10am Novena Mass for Our November Dead 24th November Vigil Mass 6pm Novena Mass for Our November Dead Sunday 25th November Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 11am 2pm Novena Mass for Our November Dead African Community Refreshments St Augustine's Church Hall will be open every Sunday after the 11.00am Mass for teas and coffees. Please come and join us. Women s Group The next meeting of Sr. Treasa's Women's Group will be on Thursday, 22nd November from 11.00am 'till 1.00pm. New Members welcome! Presentation Novena The Sisters, Associates & Parishioners have been gathering at St. Augustines House for the past few years to celebrate the Novena leading up to Presentation Day, 21st November. Each evening has taken up a different aspect of the theme. The Sisters will renew their Vows at Mass today (Sunday). They appreciate your loving support and are delighted to be a' Presence' in your midst. Wanted Volunteers are needed at St Augustine s on Saturday 24th November, 2018 at 10.00am to help take unwanted items from the church hall to the tip. Please come and help if you can. St Augustine s Cleaning Rota More volunteers are needed for the church cleaning rota. Ideally we need a team of two people each week to clean the church on either Friday or Saturday before 4.30pm. Family teams are also welcome. We hope to have enough people to mean that you are only on the rota every 7 weeks. Hospitals If you have a relative or friend go into QMC or City please inform the Chaplaincy Dept., via ward staff or your parish priest and request a visit. Do not assume that your priest or the chaplaincy team know that you are in hospital. QMC ext City, ext Please note the new address for the Cathedral is: stbarnabasnottingham@gmail.com

4 Today: Thanks to the writer of the Gospels we have the Words of Jesus with us to this very day. They are there to teach us, to guide us, to inspire us, to comfort us, and to challenge us. But the question today may be: How well do we listen to the Lord s words, and how hard do we try to practise them in our lives? During the time of my education I heard a lot of things most of these I will forget in time indeed, I ve already forgotten a great deal of them. But there is one thing which one professor said that I will never forget. He said, Love keeps a low profile. I know it sounds so very simple, but somehow, it went straight to my heart, and has stayed there ever since. Love keeps a low profile. Words are very important and very powerful. Once uttered, they take on a life of their own, for good or ill. They can bring a blessing or a curse, healing or wounding, life or death. Words can continue to harm us or help us for many years after they have been spoken. Hence, we should be careful how we use words. When we are angry, it is better to remain silent. Words spoken in anger can cause deep hurt and make reconciliation very difficult. Choosing life instead of death, a blessing instead of a curse, often starts by choosing to remain silent, or being careful to choose words that open the way to healing. As one person puts it: Sometimes loving others means keeping quiet and letting them be. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away. We would do well to build the house of our lives on his words. (MB) World Day of the Poor In this year s message, Pope Francis reflects on Psalm 34:7, This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him. He challenges us to use the World Day of the Poor as an opportunity to make an examination of conscience and consider whether we truly do hear the cry of the poor. Throughout salvation history, God answers the cries of the poor and shares in their suffering. His response is always a saving and healing act. In the World Day of the Poor, we join God in responding to the poor and ensuring our brothers and sisters in need do not feel alone or abandoned. Pope Francis says that to hear and respond to their cries, we must be in relationship and get to know people who are poor. He encourages parishes around the world to join in solidarity with people who are poor in their communities through a communal action, like praying together or sharing a meal. May we take this opportunity to thank you all for the donations you give throughout the year to Emmanuel House, the Foodbanks and also to those who give their time to help with the Sash Kitchen once a month. Health and Safety Notice A few of the floor tiles to the left of the sanctuary in the Cathedral were recently damaged during the lighting works. These tiles are being renewed on Monday, so please be careful around this area if you are visiting the Cathedral on this day. Thank you. Feast of Christ The King Next Sunday, 25th November is the Feast of Christ the King and Youth Sunday. This is a time when we celebrate the contribution of young people to the life and mission of the Catholic Church; it is also the day when we thank God for the many graces and blessings received during the year. There will be a special Mass at 6pm and we invite all students from all our Universities to attend. Refreshments will be available following Mass in the Cathedral Hall. All are welcome. St Augustine Loose Plate Envelopes S/Orders Total Parish Finances Last Week Cathedral 1, , Thank you for your generosity to the work of the Church! In your Will, please remember your Church. There will be a second collection this weekend in respect of Church Maintenance.

5 The Cathedral is a place for quiet prayer and reflection - all are most welcome to take advantage of this oasis of peace in our busy world. Willson House Car Park Our contractors will commence work to mend the bollards this Tuesday and advise that the car park will be out of use until at least Friday. We are hopeful that the car park will be open by next weekend but the contractors will keep us updated of any delays to this during the week. November - a time for remembering Here in the Cathedral and at St Augustine s we will have a Novena, please complete the form by adding your loved ones names and place it in the envelope provided - these envelopes can be found at the back of the churches. All names will be placed on the altar for the celebration of Mass and will be the Intentions for the Mass during the time of the Novena. (MB) RCIC The RCIC (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children) commences on the 19th November at 5pm in the Ellis Room. The RCIC is a program for children age 7 years to 15 years who have not been baptised and is open to both parishioners and non-parishioners who wish to prepare for the Sacraments. Whether your family is just entering the church, is returning after time away, have decided as a family to delay the children s sacramental preparation, or any other circumstance, all are welcome. Contact the Cathedral Office for more information. Weddings 2019 Any couples who are hoping to get married next year, in either of our two parishes, are required in the first instance to make an appointment with the Cathedral Dean. Diocesan Law requires a minimum of six months notice prior to the wedding. This enables all the necessary arrangements and preparations to be made. All couples without exception have to attend the Marriage Preparation Course. Prayer for the Sick Father, your Son accepted our sufferings to teach us the virtue of patience in human illness. Hear the prayers we offer for our sick brethren. May all who suffer pain, illness or disease realize that they have been chosen to be saints and know that they are joined to Christ in his suffering for the salvation of the world. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Events This Week At The Cathedral Vespers Lady Chapel Sunday 6.45pm following Mass Art and Craft Group Ellis Room Monday 1.30pm RCIC Ellis Room Monday 5pm Journey of Faith McMahon Room Monday 7pm Compline Cathedral (Mon/Weds/Fri) 6.45pm (After 6.15pm Mass) Bible Reflection Ellis Room Thursday 6pm Eucharistic Ministers McMahon Room Thursday 6.45pm Music Theory McGuinness Room Friday 5pm Youth Choir McMahon Room Friday 6pm Cathedral Choir McMahon Room Friday 7.30pm Youth of the Diocese McMahon Room Sunday 4pm

6 Denis Dowling RIP We have just heard that Denis, a former parishioner of the Cathedral, has died recently in Germany. He was a power of strength at the Cathedral many years ago. He acted as a Reader and was one of the people who manned the Cathedral House door and telephone Monday to Friday to enable the priests to deal with meetings etc., etc. He helped at various Cathedral Hall functions and was a great support with maintenance in and around the site. Please keep Denis in your prayers. May the Lord reward him abundantly with his love, mercy and generosity. (MB) Cathedral Readers There are still a number of vacancies for readers, particularly at the 8.00am Mass where we urgently require four readers and one reader at the 6.00pm Mass. If you would like more information please contact Helen Auty on or helen-auty@hotmail.com or speak to one of the Clergy. Cathedral Eucharistic Ministers There will be a meeting for all Eucharistic Ministers on Thursday 22nd November in the Cathedral Hall following the 6.15pm Mass. Please do all try to come along. Missio Boxes All boxes have now been emptied and are available for collection from the Sacristy. There are also a few calendars sent by Missio available at the back of the church if anybody would like one. Cathedral Choirs Tour to Lourdes & Paris: 15 July - 21 July 2019 In celebration of the Cathedral s 175th Anniversary, our Youth Choir will be joining our Cathedral Choir to lead the music in the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes in July As well as playing a key role in the liturgies in Lourdes itself, the choirs will be giving concerts in the local region and visit Paris on their return journey for two Masses: Saturday 20 July 2019, 6pm Mass at Saint-Eustache Cathedral, Paris and Sunday 21 July 2019, 11.30am Mass at Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris. If you are interested in supporting the fundraising efforts in making this happen, please contact Alex Patterson (alexpattersonmusic@gmail.com / ). Precious Love Catholic Renewal Convention Bi-Monthly Catholic Renewal Convention at Our Lady's, Brooklyn Road, Bulwell. NG6 9ES on Sunday 25th November at 2.30pm to 6pm. Songs of Praise, Mass, Talks, Adoration & Prayer Ministry. Guest Speaker: Garry Stephens (International Speaker & Catholic Evangelist). Liturgy led by Fr. John Martin and Deacon Martyn Swaby. All welcome. For more information contact : St Oscar Romero Bishop Patrick invites you to join him on Monday 26th November from 7pm at the Becket School, West Bridgford, in celebrating the canonisation of Oscar Romero and to be inspired by his witness and his legacy. To book a place please contact Maggie Mairura on God, Love & Sex Conference: Saturday 1 st December, 10.30am - 4pm at Nottingham University. A one-day conference to explore how Pope John Paul II s landmark Theology of the Body can transform our lives. Organised by the Diocesan Marriage and Family Life Commission and the University Catholic Chaplaincy. The Conference will be opened by the Bishop, keynote speaker: Edmund Adamus + workshops on marriage, the Gospel of Life and same sex attraction. Cost is 10 ( 5 unwaged/students). All welcome. For more details and to book visit: totbday.org.uk Old Pound Coins If you have any old pound coins lurking, please donate them to the Cathedral Restoration Fund. Thank you. Please visit our Facebook page "St Barnabas Cathedral".

7 Christmas Mini Market ~ on Friday 7th December from 11.00am onwards Light lunches and refreshments will be served on Friday 7th December from 11am in the Cathedral Hall. There will be a Craft Stall and Cake Stall and the Repository will be open selling a variety of Christmas Cards and other Christmas items. We will be having a Tombola so any unwanted items that we could use as prizes would be greatly appreciated: wine, chocolates, gloves, gift sets etc. Any donations of cakes, home baked or otherwise would be gratefully received. Offers of help would also be appreciated. Please mark all donations for the attention of Valerie Black. Save the date: Carols by Candlelight Takes place on Friday 14th December 2018 at 7.30pm. More details to follow soon. Advent Reconciliation Services with Confessions will be taking place at 7.30pm at the following Parishes:- Monday 17th December ~ Holy Spirit, West Bridgford Several Priests will Tuesday 18th December ~ St Anne s, Radcliffe on Trent be available for Wednesday 19th December ~ Sacred Heart, Carlton Confession. Thursday 20th December ~ Good Shepherd, Arnold Real Advent Calendar 2018 The Meaningful Chocolate Company have created a new Advent Calendar. Behind the 25 windows there is a line of the Christmas Story, and the calendar comes with a free Christmas Story/Advent activity book which has a page for every day in Advent. Not only does it reinforce the Christmas story with narrative, quizzes and challenges, it also gives a sense of the Advent journey. Please visit to find our more. Young Adults Group will be having regular drinks after the Sunday 6pm Mass. All young adults are welcome to join us at 7.15pm outside the Derby Road entrance to the Cathedral. Any questions contact Beth on Prayers For Vocations Saturday morning in the Cathedral Blessed Sacrament Chapel at 9.15am. Juventutem Nottingham is a group for people aged between 16 and 36 who are interested in the traditional Latin Mass. The next meeting will be the 6:15pm Tridentine Mass at the Cathedral on Wednesday 21st November and we meet monthly. The Mass is open to all (regardless of age) and to attend the social afterwards, meet at the back of the Cathedral after the Mass. Pilgrimage to Knock takes place from 20th May 2019 to 24th May 2019 led by Fr John Martin ~ per person. Price includes return flight, all transfers, 4 nights hotel with breakfast and dinner. Entertainment and tours included. For further information knockpilgrimages@gmail.com or telephone or Cathedral Faith in Families Collection Boxes are now due for emptying. Would box holders please bring them into the Cathedral at your earliest convenience. Gifts For The Poor Thank you to all who continue to contributed to our weekly collection. We support these charities regularly: Emmanuel House ~ Food, Clothes and Toiletries. Jericho Road ~ Women s Toiletries NG7 Food Bank ~ Food and Household Cleaning Products We also support other worthy causes on an ad hoc basis. Please continue to support these charities with your gifts during Homelessness is increasing and looks set to do so for the foreseeable future.

8 THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL NOTTINGHAM St Barnabas Cathedral, Derby Road and St Augustine s, Woodborough Road Contact us then dial extensions Parish Clergy PARISH BULLETIN 10P Rev Fr Biju Joseph ~ Ext. 8 Rev Fr Marcus Wakely ~ Ext. 5 Rev Fr John Alex ~ Ext. 4 Rev Fr Malachy Brett (Cathedral Dean and Parish Priest) ~ Ext. 3 Note: To leave a message, wait for ten rings and follow the instructions given. Bishop Rt. Rev Patrick McKinney ~ Bishop s House, 27 Cavendish Road East, The Park, Nottingham. NG7 1BB Bishop s Private Secretary Rev Fr Jonathan Rose ~ Deacons Rev Anthony Sullivan ~ (St Augustine s) Rev David Kerry ~ (The Cathedral) Parish Secretaries Mrs Debra Harley (Monday & Fridays 10.00am to 3.00pm) ~ Ext. 7 Mrs Alison Lokes (Tuesday, Weds & Thursday 10.00am to 2.00pm) ~ Ext. 7 Director of Music Mr Alex Patterson BA (Hons) MMus ~ Organist Mr Robert Gower MA FRCO (CHM) LRAM ARCM ~ Organist Emeritus Mr Graeme Vernon ARMCM ~ Flower Co-ordinator Mrs Mary Mulvenney ~ Information The Cathedral is open from 7.00am Sunday to Friday and Holydays, and from 8.00am on Saturdays. For Mass & Confession Times ~ Ext. 1 Holy Day Mass Times ~ Ext. 2 Office Hours ~ Mondays to Fridays 9.00am pm Donations May be made to the Cathedral by cash, cheque, (payable to Saint Barnabas Cathedral RCP) If you are a Taxpayer, please use Gift Aid. address: stbarnabasnottingham@gmail.com Web Site: stbarnabascathedral.org.uk Facebook: st Barnabas Cathedral or Cathedral Nottingham All correspondence should be addressed to: Cathedral House, North Circus Street, NOTTINGHAM, NG1 5AE Parish Sisters The Cathedral Sr Margaret Murphy LCM & Sr Monica Kelleher LCM St Augustine s, Woodborough Road Sr Philomena Rooney PBVM, Sr Bernadette Healy PBVM & Sr Treasa Ridge PBVM Mary Potter Heritage Centre - Regent Street, Nottingham Sr Anita MacDonald LCM & Sr Margaret Service LCM Safeguarding Representatives Jeremy Lea and Ann Reddington (The Cathedral and St Augustine s)