A Holyday of Obligation on June 29th, transferred to Sunday this year. Both died for the Faith that they preached, being put to death in Rome. The two great basilicas – St Peter’s and St Paul’s outside the walls are places of Pilgrimage for the many millions who visit Rome. They are described in the Preface as “Peter foremost in confessing the Faith, who established the early Church from the remnant of Israel: Paul its outstanding preacher, master and teacher of the Gentiles that you call”
Along with many other Martyrs the rousing hymn expresses our loyalty and respect for their faithfulness.
“Faith of our Fathers, Holy Faith
We will be true to thee till death!
We will be true to the till death!”
The Pastoral Plan
As promised, a brief note on the meeting of the parish reps and priests of the present deanery of Brighton and Hove in a “get to know you meeting” in the light of the Pastoral Plan. Those of you who follow the Diocesan Website or the Diocesan ebulletin will have read how some of the Deaneries have moved to new structures to work together in various aspects of Church Life. There are unfamiliar descriptions which will need explanation but nothing to be alarmed about! We will look forward so that the mission of the Church in Brighton and Hove can flourish. Some of the items raised were: keeping in touch, communication, sacramental preparation, formation, utilising skills, the role of Catholic Schools, social media, cooperation.
In a separate meeting with Father Sebastian initial plans were discussed and will be brought forward to be realised.
Have another read of the Plan – in the green covered booklets – and pray the prayer for the implementation of the Plan.
You may remember how at Mass just after Easter the Bishop’s Vision was reviewed. Under his photograph you can read Our Parish Mission.
Mass Schedule
- Sunday 30 June 10am Solemnity of Ss. Peter & Paul
- Wednesday 3 July 9:30am St Thomas the Apostle
- Friday 5 July 12 midday Requiem Mass for Fr Laurence Quin-Morris RIP, St Joseph’s, Redhill
- Sunday 7 July 10am Patronal Feast of the parish and dedication of Saint Thomas More.
The Word of Life Leaflet for July
To help you pray with scripture during the month.
The General Election
Thursday July 4th Polling Stations Open 7am – 10.00pm
Remember to take Photographic ID with you to be able to vote – Bus Pass, Passport etc.
Patronal Feast
Do come into the Hall after Mass on 7 July for some light refreshment, the Summer Draw and a meet up after the 10am Mass.
Words of Saint Thomas More
Let us not lose this time, therefore, suffer not this occasion to slip, which we can never little tell whether ever we shall get it again or never. Let us endeavour ourselves to keep him still, and let us say - ‘Stay with us. Good Lord.’
St Thomas More Church, Patcham, Brighton 