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The Baptism Of The Lord

One of the places Pilgrims visit in the Holy Land is the site where John the Baptist conducted the ritual  “dunking“ in the River Jordan with his call to repent and follow faithfully the Covenant. This is recalled in the action of Matthew’s Gospel. Jesus wants to identify with those coming to John for this ritual washing as he sets himself alongside the followers. The Gospel goes on to record Jesus being anointed by the Holy Spirit for his mission to bring the Good News.

By the Sacrament of Baptism we begin to belong the Body of Christ, the Church, becoming God’s children and we are anointed with Holy Oil to be worshipping believers sharing Christ’s life with others. Remember our identity as baptised members. An opportunity to recall where we were baptised, our God parents, the family photographs, and your baptismal candle. Do remember you are baptised and dip your hand into the Holy Water stoup on entering a Church building.

The Gift Of A Shepherd

We are now in the time where we give thanks for the Ministry oof Bishop Richard over the last 10 years. In Arundel Cathedral on Friday 30th January there will be a Mass of thanksgiving at 6.30pm followed by a reception in Arundel Castle. Note the date. Guidance on how we pray for the gift of a new Shepherd for the Diocese is now available to read

The Gift of a ShepherdDownload

Pope Leo appointed Bishop Richard as Archbishop of Westminster on Thursday 19 December. The Archbishop-elect will become the 12th Archbishop of Westminster, succeeding Cardinal Vincent Nichols, who has served in the role since 2009. On hearing of his appointment, +Richard said: 

“I am moved greatly by the trust that Pope Leo has placed in me, in appointing me to the Diocese of Westminster… Serving the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton has given me the wonderful opportunity of sharing the Church’s mission with lay faithful and clergy, and I give thanks for the many blessings of these last ten years.”

Speaking shortly after the announcement, the diocesan Chancellor, Canon Jonathan Martin said: “This is, without a doubt, a cause of great rejoicing for the Church in England and Wales, even if tinged with the sadness of loss for us in Arundel & Brighton. Bishop Richard took possession of our Diocese on the day of our fiftieth ‘birthday’ and has been our much-loved Shepherd for just over a decade.

“He has served us with unstinting generosity and good humour, brought great dignity and devotion to the celebration of the Sacred Liturgy, and fostered, through his own evident love of the Sacred Scriptures, the practice of Lectio Divina that is now well-established in so many of our parishes. The greatest legacy that Bishop Richard leaves behind is the diocesan Pastoral Plan…

“It is for us to realise this beautiful vision that Bishop Richard set before us and to continue to build upon the firm foundations he established with the courage and vision [that] he will now undoubtedly take to Westminster.”

There will be a Mass of Thanksgiving for Bishop Richard’s Ministry in Arundel & Brighton at Arundel Cathedral on Friday 30 January at 6.30pm. The Mass, which will be celebrated by Archbishop-Elect Richard, will be followed by a reception in the Baron’s Hall at Arundel Castle, by kind permission of His Grace, the Duke of Norfolk. There is no need to register to attend the Mass, all are very welcome

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 11th January 10am The Baptism Of The Lord
  • Monday 12th January 8:15am St Mary’s House St Aelred of Rievaulx
  • Wednesday 14th January 9:30am
  • Friday 16th January 9:30am
  • Saturday 17th January 8:30am HMP Lewes
  • Sunday 18th January 10am Second Sunday Ordinary Time

Ordinary Time

Sunday Cycle – Year A (St Matthew’s Gospel)

Weekday Lectionary – Year 2 (because 2026 is an even year)

Praying With The Pope

Pope Leo is encouraging us to pray with Scriptures.

Do watch the short video and explanation of the Monthly intention.

Please follow this link.

The Word Of Life

The leaflet for January is now available for you to use during the days ahead. Take the Scripture Text, keep it by your side and little by little pray with it so it begins to be you.

Brighton and Hove Clergy Team Meeting

Tuesday afternoon

The End Of The Jubilee

On the feast of the Epiphany Pope Leo conclude the Jubilee Year with the closing of the Holy Door of St Peter’s Basilica. The theme that we are Pilgrims of hope continues in our daily practice.

Thank You

May I thank you for the Christmas offering, your personal gifts, greetings and support in so many ways. With hope for the New Year of our Lord 2026.

Fr John

O living water, refresh my soul
O living water refresh my soul
Spirit of joy, Lord of creation
Spirit of hope, Spirit of peace.

Christmastide

The twelve days of Christmas are racing to the finish. We have been reflecting on the Nativity of Jesus Christ and the presence of God made Man in our midst with help of the First Letter of John, his Gospel and that of St Matthew the Evangelist for 2026. The Holy Day of the Epiphany on Tuesday celebrates the homage of the three Wise Men, Kings, Magi to the infant Jesus, prior to the escape of the Holy Family of Joseph, Mary and the child Jesus to Egypt.

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 4th January 10am 2nd Sunday of Christmas
  • Monday 5th January 8:15am St Mary’s House
  • Tuesday 6th January 10am The Epiphany of The Lord (Holy Day)
  • Wednesday 7th January 10am Epiphanytide
  • Friday 9th January 10am Epiphanytide
  • Sunday 11th January 10am The Baptism of The Lord

Please note that from next week (w/c 11th January) Wednesday and Friday Masses return to their usual time of 9:30am.

Gerald Fleet RIP

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Gerald Fleet husband of the late Maureen Fleet RIP.

Regina Stripp

Regina has now moved to the Maples Care Home in Peacehaven

Bishop Richard

Archbishop Elect of Westminster. Bishop Richard will be installed in Westminster Cathedral on 14th February.

We will be receiving guidance for prayer for a new shepherd for Arundel and Brighton shortly. Please follow this link for further information.

Back to school

Both St. Bernadette’s and Cardinal Neman School re-open their doors on Monday morning (weather permitting). Please check emails and local media for any advice re school closures.

Be prudent

Do take care out and about. If you have flu or a heavy cold observe advice, stay at home and do not share.

My thanks

May I thank you for the Christmas Offering, the Greetings and your thoughtful gifts. Your generosity and support is much appreciated.

This is he whom seers and sages
Sang of old with one accord;
Whom the writings of the prophets
Promised in their faithful word;
Now he shines, the long expected;
Let our songs declare his worth, 
Evermore and evermore.

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Thirty-fourth Week In Ordinary Time. The Solemnity Of Christ The King

The liturgical year concludes with the solemnity of Christ the King. A title which reminds us of our allegiance to him as believers. It was in our mother’s arms that the moment of our being anointed with Chrism that the words “as Christ was anointed Priest, Prophet and King , so may you live always as a member of his body” were spoken. You will, of course, recall the positioning of screens for the anointing with oil of King Charles. This was followed by Prince William promising to be his liege servant. Reflect on the relationship we have as baptised and anointed members.

Bishop Richard’s Weekly Reflection

Dear brothers and sisters,

The feast we celebrate this Sunday was instituted by Pope Pius XI in 1925 – the 16th Centenary of the Council of Nicaea when the definition of Christ being consubstantial with the Father was made – an anniversary that the Church has been keeping again this year. 

Jesus is our King – the word Christ means ‘the anointed one’ – and we are all called to share in His Kingship. Indeed, we are reminded of this at our baptism when we are anointed with Chrism in a prayer that speaks of our sharing in His Kingship. 

In an age when there are so many challenges to the Christian Way, challenges to the Kingship of Christ, it is good for us to be able to celebrate this feast, for it reminds us of who we are, and it speaks of our destiny as the children of God. 

Jesus, sprung from the race of David – who had been anointed by Samuel for his role as king – fulfils the Father’s plan. We read of this in today’s second reading. All is brought to fulfilment in the One who died on the Cross and rose from the dead; Christ who is the Word of God, Who existed before all things and in Whom all is created. We are His body; He is the head. He is King. 

The Gospel this Sunday speaks of that destiny in a most powerful way. Jesus tells the thief who recognises the Lord’s goodness: “today, you will be with me in paradise.” These are words we must all wish to hear, for when we do we have confirmation of our destiny, we know we shall share in the life of the Anointed One, Christ our King – that we shall live the fullness of what it means to be His. 

With every blessing,

+ Richard

Community Gathering

After Mass this Sunday an opportunity to meet up and hear about the Vision for the Parish of Brighton and Hove and our place in it.

Participation

There are some information videos from the Central Diocesan Offices about Finance and Health and Safety you may find informative.

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 23rd November 10am Christ the King
  • Monday 24th November 8:15am St Mary’s House The Martyrs of Vietnam
  • Wednesday 26th November 9:30am Susan Cook RIP
  • Friday 28th November 9:30am The Holy Souls
  • Saturday 29th November 8:15am HMP Lewes
  • Sunday 30th November 10am 1st Sunday of Advent

School Admissions

A reminder of the necessity to do two things – 1 complete B&H council form 2 Complete the School SIF with Certificate of Baptism.

Advent Retreat Day

Saturday 6th December based at St John the Baptist, Kemp Town. Book with monksinthecity@worth.org.uk See poster.

Inauguration Of Two Surrey Areas

In the next few days the Bishop will inaugurate the Parish of Guildford and the Parish of Weybridge, just like B&H, gatherings of the existing parish communities.

Advent Sacrament Of Reconciliation

Like Lent this is a season when we should avail ourselves of the Sacrament of Reconciliation with individual confession: STM Saturday 11.30-12noon. St Mary’s Sats 5.15-5.45pm. As always by arrangement 01273 563017.

Christ is King, Let joy and gladness
Greet him let his courts resound
With the praise of faithful subjects
To his love in honour bound.

The Dedication Of The Lateran Basilica

Of the four basilicas in Rome this is the most important, being the Pope’s cathedral as Bishop of Rome. The name originates form the  Lateran family which owned the land and that the Emperor Constantine bought from them. On the front of the present building there are fifteen colossal statues of Christ, John the Baptist, John the Evangelist and twelve Doctors of the Church. It is said that its title has changed during the centuries from St Saviour’s to St John and they could not decide which John so they included the two.

Its dedication is celebrated as a feast because it is regarded as the mother of all churches, the parish church of all Catholics.

Bishop Richard’s Weekly Message

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

For many of us, when we think of Rome, we think of St Peter’s Basilica. In a Jubilee Year such as this, the entry through the Holy Door of St Peter’s is a high point of any pilgrimage. It is from the Apostolic Palace, next to St Peter’s, that the Holy Father makes his Angelus addresses and it is there that the public audiences take place, as well as significant celebrations in the life of the Church: canonisations, the inaugurations of new popes and the requiem Masses for deceased popes.

Yet it is the Lateran Basilica, built originally by the Emperor Constantine, that is described as “the mother and head of all the churches of the City and the World.” It is the Cathedral Church of Rome, and popes lived in the Lateran Palace for hundreds of years. It is the Pope’s Cathedral, for he is the Bishop of Rome.

It is for this reason that the whole Church celebrates this feast. It is a celebration of our unity with the Holy Father, the successor of St Peter. 

This Sunday’s first reading, the vision of Ezekiel of the Temple in Jerusalem, speaks of the water that flows from the Temple bringing life to the desert. So it is for the Church. The waters of baptism – in which, as St Paul tells us, we die and rise with the new life of Christ – bring us to live our lives in the love that exists in the Trinity, as members of Christ’s Church.

The celebration of the dedication of any Church is a reminder, as St Paul tells us in this Sunday’s second reading, that the Church is made of the living stones of the baptised. We are the Church, called to reflect the wonder of the Gospel to the world around us. This is the mission that we have been given through our baptism – the mission that calls others to share in the wonder of the Church’s life, the life of Christ.

The Lateran Basilica, the “mother of all the churches” stands as a witness to the world and a reminder to us, who are the living stones, of the mission to which we are called, in union with Pope Leo, the successor of Peter.

With every blessing,

+Richard

Remembrance Sunday

Having celebrated the 80th anniversary of the ending of the Second World War earlier in the year, memories have been refreshed. In the nation there are occasions of remembrance, in moments of silence, parades, assemblies and in prayer for those who have died in wars and armed conflict – it is an opportunity too to be as the Beatitudes reminded us – Peacemakers. At this moment there are parts of the world where violence and destruction continue. Pope Leo reminds us to pray for peace.

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 9th November 10am Dedication of St John Lateran and Remembrance Sunday
  • Monday 10th November 8:15am St Leo the Great St Mary’s House
  • Tuesday 11th November 11am Requiem Mass for deceased clergy who have served the churches of Brighton and Hove
  • Wednesday 12th November 9:30am St Josaphat
  • Friday 14th November 9:30am
  • Saturday 15th November 8:30am HMP Lewes
  • Sunday 16th November 10am

Blessing of Graves

Sunday afternoon from 2:30pm – prayers of Remembrance. Pause at the military graves.

Barbara Hatton RIP

The Funeral Service will be at Woodvale North Chapel at 2pm this Friday the 14th November. Remember David in your prayers.

Get Together. Catch Up. Information

Do gather in our hall on Sunday 23rd. Christ the King Sunday. Offers of help and nibbles welcomed, teas and coffees.

So long thy power
Hath  blest me, sure it still
Will lead me on
O'er moor and fen
O'er crag and torrent, till
The night is gone,
And with the morn
Those angel faces smile,
Which I have loved long since, 
and lost awhile.

St John Henry Newman


Parish Weekly

  • Seeking God in prayer
  • Growing together in faith
  • Reaching out in love

Calendars

Now is the time to find your 2026 diary or calendar so you know what date it is and what to plan. This comes to mind in that I have two hospital appointments – one in March and the other in August ! It may feel rather like the irritation some of you may have felt in that suddenly last Sunday was not the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time but the Solemnity of St Philip Howard. Similar moments are ahead. So a little explanation. There is a) The General Calendar of the Church b) The national calendar for England and Wales and c) The Diocesan Calendar for A&B – sometimes called the Propers. They regulate which feasts are to be observed, which ones take precedence or are transferred. This is where the annual Diocesan Directory provides guidance in the section Ordo for Liturgical Celebrations. Do ask if you want further information.

Bishop Richard’s Message

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

Jesus’ parable that forms this Sunday’s Gospel reading teaches us on a number of levels. The first is that of prayer. The prayer of the tax collector has become what is often referred to as the “Jesus Prayer”, it is a text used especially, but not exclusively, in the Orthodox Church and, in its simplicity, enables us to place ourselves before the Lord as we truly are – sinners in need of mercy, conscious that the love of the Lord means He wants nothing more than for us to be totally His.  

The way in which the Pharisee presents himself is, in fact, not faithful to reality. He looks at himself in a way that is full of pride and compares himself to others, rather than being open to the relationship with God that is the focus for true prayer.

Prayer must always be honest. There is no need to be anything but honest, because God knows us better than we know ourselves. Why try to be someone else?  

Truthfulness and humility are deeply related. Michael Casey, the Australian Cistercian Monk and writer of a number of books, describes humility as “Truthful Living.” This is, surely, a very helpful reflection. In the parable, the tax collector is truthful about himself, honest before God. Our prayer – our lives – must be the same. Indeed, “Truthful Living” is a mark of the Christian, for real humility enables us to rely not on ourselves, but on Christ. This is the path to life, and to effective witness to the Gospel, for all around us.

With every blessing,

+Richard

Missio Annual Collection

You can still return your envelope next Sunday. Thank you for your card donations direct to HQ please use this link.

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 26th October 10am 30th in Ordinary Time
  • Monday 27th October 8:15am St Mary’s House
  • Tuesday 28th October 11am St Mary’s Church Requiem Mass for Maureen Fleet RIP
  • Wednesday 29th October 9:30am Int Fr Gerry Vann RIP anniversary
  • Friday 31st October 9:30am Carole Hastie RIP
  • Saturday 1st November 11am Requiem Mass for Dom Kevin Taggart OSB
  • Sunday 2nd November 10am All Saints’ Mass
  • Monday 3rd November 9:30am All Souls’ Mass

King Charles visits Pope Leo at The Vatican

Enjoy the coverage and pray for unity. Visit useful websites and search  Vatican News and the Conference of Bishops of England & Wales for reports.

The Catholic Children’s Society

See publicity from the society at the entrance. You can also follow this link.

Vaccinations

Flu in the left and Covid in the right arm. Have you had yours ?

The more affliction for Christ in this world, the more glory with Christ in the next.


St Philip Howard in The Tower of London 1587

Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

October is with us and activities are buzzing. For us as Catholics it is described as the month of the holy Rosary, when we reflect on the life of Jesus in the company of Mary. It is described as a contemplative prayer, a tranquil rhythm, a lingering meditation.

The various mysteries may be celebrated on the following days –

Sunday – Glorious

Monday – Joyful

Tuesday – Sorrowful

Wednesday – Glorious

Thursday – Of Light

Friday – Sorrowful

Saturday – Joyful

To join in the Rosary at the Grotto in Lourdes go the “useful websites “- the Sanctuary of Lourdes 2 pm BST.

A moment of history

175 Year ago Pope Pius IX restored the Hierarchy of Catholic Bishops to England and Wales after the Reformation. It meant that thirteen dioceses were created and Catholic Emancipation became a reality.

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 5th October 10am (27 in OT)
  • Monday 6th October 8:15 am St Mary’s House (St Bruno)
  • Wednesday 8th October 9:30am (Our Lady of the Rosary)
  • Friday 10th October 9:30am (St John Henry Newman)
  • Sunday 12th October 10am (28 in OT)

St John Henry Newman

Pope Leo will declare him a Doctor of the Church on November 1st. This is to recognise his contribution to Theology .

This Week

  • Monday 6th October – Feast day of St Bruno, the founder of the Carthusian Order celebrated especially by the monks of Parkminster
  • Tuesday 7th October – Brighton and Hove clergy team meeting
  • Thursday 9th October 2pm – St Bernadette’s Harvest Festival

CAFOD

Thank you for your card donations. There will be a basket for envelopes and cash.

Pour forth we beseech you, O Lord, your grace into our hearts that we to whom the incarnation of Christ Your Son was made known by the message of an Angel, may by His passion and cross, be brought to the glory of the resurrection, through Christ, Our Lord. Amen .

(Concluding prayer of The Angelus)

The Twenty-Fifth Week In Ordinary Time

The third Sunday of September, formerly known as Home Mission Sunday, now has the title of Evangelii Gaudium Sunday – the Joy of living the Gospel. This was the first of the messages of Pope Francis. The Bishop has sent us a Pastoral Letter for this Sunday and we are invited to donate to the support of the national body of the Bishops promoting the living of the Gospel.

The Inauguration Of The Parish Of Brighton And Hove

Last Sunday in St John the Baptist Church Bishop Richard in augurated the first of the new Parish arrangement by which the pastoral communities of the former Deanery will collaborate in fulfilling the mission of the Church. You can read about it here -Click to dioc.ebulletin.

The clergy meet for the biweekly meeting on Tuesday commencing with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.

The Jubilee Of Justice

Bishop Richard introduces this week’s Theme in the Jubilee Year reflecting on the groups which work for justice Read more here.

The Season For The Care For Creation

Next Sunday is Harvest Thanksgiving Sunday and there will be the opportunity to bring to our Mass goods and produce which in turn will be passed to a local Food Bank.

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 21st September 10am
  • Monday 22nd September 8:15am St Mary’s House
  • Wednesday 24th September 9:30am The Feast Of Our Lady Of Walsingham
  • Friday 26th September 11am Requiem Mass for Beryl Cheeseman RIP
  • Sunday 28th September 10am Harvest Thanksgiving Mass
To Our Lady Of Walsingham

Here journeyed on the Pilgrims' Way,
With Christendom in youth and flower
The faithful of a happier day
When all the land was Mary's dower
And after many a faithless year
Since not in vain the martyrs sowed
We, as God wills, to worship here.
Return along the ancient road.

The Exaltation Of The Cross

Education Sunday

Education remains the largest charitable activity of the Church in this country stemming from the 19th Century when many schools were established for poor immigrant children. Since then it has become the largest provider of secondary schools and second largest in providing primary schools. The Catholic community continues to support our Schools by providing Foundation Governors and encouraging young persons to train as teachers.

We pray today for those who have found their vocation in Catholic education in one of the many roles which it entails.

Our thanksgiving expressed this day is for the teachers and staff in St. Bernadette’s and Cottesmore primaries and Cardinal Newman Secondary & College.

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 14th September 10am
  • Monday 15th September 8:15am St Mary’s House Our Lady of Sorrows
  • Wednesday 17th September 10am (NB not usual time) St Robert Bellarmine
  • Sunday 21st September 10am (25th Sunday in Ordinary Time)

The Inauguration Of The Brighton and Hove Parish

At St John the Baptist Church, Kemp Town today (Sunday 14th September) at 5.30pm All welcome.

The Word Of Life

The September copies are available in the Entrance to assist with your prayerful reflection during the month

Preparing For Holy Communion

For those 8 upwards who may have missed dates please have a word with Fr John

The Festival Of Hope

Celebrating the 60th Anniversary of the Diocese and the Jubilee Year. This coming Saturday at Ardingly Showground 10.30am – 4.30am. Undercover. The Brighton coach is starting from St Joseph’s so you may prefer to travel by car.

Care For Creation

Despite any inconvenience the rain is a “godsend” so that our reservoirs can be replenished for our drinking water.

Lift high the cross

The love of Christ proclaim

Till all the world adores his sacred name.

Come Christians follow where our Saviour trod

O'er death victorious,

Christ the Son of God.             No 429

Twentieth Week Of Ordinary Time

“Forget war, think of peace ” so spoke one of the veterans at Friday’s VJ Remembrance. The fervent hope of our prayers for Ukraine, Gaza and Sudan. Cardinal Vincent has encouraged us to pray and if we are able to observe a day of fasting of some other form of self denial.

Preparedness is becoming a watchword and Sunday’s Gospel gives us an opportunity to reflect on how it may apply to ourselves.

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 17th August 10am (20th in OT)
  • Monday 18th August 8:15am St Mary’s House
  • Wednesday 20th August 9:30am (St Bernard Abbot and Doctor)
  • Friday 22nd August 9:30am (The Queenship of Our Lady)
  • Saturday 23rd August 8:30am HMP Lewes
  • Sunday 24th August 10am (21st in OT)

Assumption Homily – Pope Leo

Dear brothers and sisters,

Today is not Sunday, yet we celebrate in another way the Paschal Mystery of Jesus, which changed the course of history. In Mary of Nazareth, we recognize our own history: the history of the Church, immersed in the common lot of humanity. By taking flesh in her, the God of life — the God of freedom — has conquered death. Yes, today we contemplate how God overcomes death — yet never without us. His is the Kingdom, but ours is the “yes” to his love that can change everything. On the Cross, Jesus freely uttered that “yes” which would strip death of its power — the death that still spreads wherever our hands crucify and our hearts remain imprisoned by fear and mistrust. On the Cross, trust prevailed; so did love, which sees what is yet to come; and forgiveness triumphed.

Read more here

Walking Pilgrimages

After a day of rest the diocesan walking pilgrimage continues. You may also wish to be involved in the Jubilee Pilgrimage to Nottingham a much longer journey. Read about it here.

Hospital Pager

My turn to cover emergency calls over the weekend!

We are grateful to Fr Celestine , the Catholic Hospital Chaplain for ministering to some of the parishioners when notified of their admissions.

Patcham Duck Fayre

Next Sunday on the Patcham High School Field -11am to 4.30pm. More details here.

Wedding

Friday 12:30pm St John the Baptist Church, Kemp Town. Ellen Higgins & Kane Webb. Congratulations and prayers.

Contactless Offertory

The machine is now working for your card donations which can also be gifted aided.

Spurious Websites

There are two websites which are not approved or accurate. Please visit the authentic version with the picture of the interior of our Church – if you are reading this you have come to the right place!

Hail Queen of heaven, the ocean star,
Guide of the wanderer here below
Thrown on life's surge, we claim thy care save us from peril and from woe
Mother of Christ, star of the sea 
pray for the wanderer, pray for me.

The Nineteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time

August 15th

A date which surprises holiday makers in certain parts of the world when they find the locals celebrating, shops closed and churches in use. It is a Holy Day for Catholics and for blessing first fruits and crops in southern Europe. In the prayers we hear Mary to be the sign of hope and comfort on our pilgrim way – with Mary’s intercession because she gave birth to Jesus who became our Saviour. It provides us with an opportunity to deepen our devotion to Mary especially when we greet her  the words of Gabriel and Elizabeth – Hail Mary, full of grace. She is a model of prayerful listening.

Annually, the date reminds us of another event and this year in particular of V.J.Day marking the end of the war with Japan, but also of the loss of life by the dropping of nuclear bombs,  killing so many. The fear of such use of these weapons continues to this day – remember what you say “deliver is from Evil”

Mass Schedule

  • Sunday 10th August 10am 19th in OT
  • Monday 11th August 8:15am St Mary’s House – St Clare of Assisi
  • Monday 11th August 12 Noon Requiem Mass for John and Ann Nugent
  • Wednesday 13th August 9:30am
  • Friday 15th August The Assumption of Our Lady (Holy Day) Masses at 9:30am and 7pm
  • Sunday 17th August 10am 20th in OT

Community Event

Patcham Duck Fayre Sunday 24th August 11am – 4.30am, the school fields of Patcham High School

Devolution

Our Hall is now booked for a date in May 2026 for use as a Polling Station for the election of a Mayor for a single strategic authority for Sussex and Brighton. Do keep informed of the developments in the months ahead. Read the Report on the noticeboard.

Thank You!

To Mike, Jim and Mark who have dealt with the weeds in the courtyard and driveway  and the kind parishioner who removed the rubbish from the steps.

Jubilee Of Young People

During the Mass for the Jubilee of Young People at Tor Vergata, Pope Leo XIV reminds the young people that Jesus is our hope, and urges them to “adventure with the Lord toward eternity” as the Lord is “gently knocking” at the window of their soul.

Jesus is our hope, adventure with Him throughout your life, and let Him enlighten you…

Pope Leo XIV expressed this during the Mass for the Jubilee of Young People at Tor Vergata in Rome on Sunday, 3 August. You can read more here.

St John Henry Newman – Doctor Of The Church

There are some informative items about St John Henry Newman and his thoughts and writings that can be found here.

Walking Pilgrimage

This is now underway. Do have a look at the poster to see if you might join in a section. It will be under way for the next three weeks.

Happenings

  • The parish phone playing up.
  • Annual service of gas boilers completed Friday
  • Two horse drawn hearses for Monday’s Funeral.
  • The car passed its MOT
  • Over 30 crab apples thrown at the church by two lads
  • Happy holidays!

Holy Mary, Mother of God and queen

Lady of heaven and empress of the world below

Have mercy on us and Christian people.

Every generation will call me blessed for great indeed are all the things the Almighty has done for me!