Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)

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Congratulations Deacon Paul! The Deacon as Minister of Charity Dear Friends and Parishioners, My ministry of service as a deacon in the Parish will be threefold. In previous newsletters, I have described the diaconal ministry of the word and the ministry of the altar. The ministry of charity is the third dimension of the role of a deacon, embodying the spirit of service exemplified by Christ himself. Deacons are ordained to serve, and their work is deeply rooted in the mission of the Church to care for the marginalised, the poor, and those in need. The deacon's role in charity involves helping to lead the parish community in awareness and sensitivity towards issues of justice and peace. As a deacon I am called to be a bridge between the Church community, the world of work, and the wider community, promoting social justice and serving as an advocate for the poor and disadvantaged. This includes not only direct service with vulnerable people, but also inspiring and helping to mobilise our parish community to participate in charitable activities. This diaconal ministry of charity is a spiritual office reflecting the love of Christ himself. It involves more than just the distribution of material aid. It encompasses a holistic approach to serving the community, addressing both corporal and spiritual needs. As a deacon, I will work closely with the bishop and the priests of the deanery to ensure that the Church’s response to social issues is well-coordinated and effective. This coordination includes working with charitable organisations such as CARITAS and CAFOD and planning communal initiatives with you that respond to contemporary needs. In practice, I do hope to be involved in a variety of charitable activities, from pastoral care for the sick to supporting our initiatives for social justice and peace, which we identified in our recent parish synodal conversation. My diaconal ministry of charity will require me to work in collaboration with all of you as the Body of Christ here in Kensington. Please continue to pray for me and my family in my diaconal ministry. Saturday the 6th July presented a special moment for me ; ordained by Bishop James Curry, our hitherto Parish Priest. It is also my birthday which I take to be a sign of God’s wonderful providence. Deacon Paul Hewitt Congratulations To the permanent deacons ordained 6th July for Westminster Diocese, Paul Hewitt, Our Lady of Victories, Kensington; James Sin, St John Fisher, North Harrow and Eze Ugoala, Sacred Heart of Jesus, Holloway. We keep them and their wives in prayer as they begin the new ministry.   On the occasion of the baptism of Emma on Sunday 30th June. With prayers and blessings for Emma's family as they celebrate this wonderful gift of new life in Christ.   To Fr's Robert Smialek, Tom Blackburn, and Domagoj Matokovic who were ordained in Westminster Cathedral on Saturday 29th June. They will serve as Assistant Priests in Stevenage, New Southgate, and Rickmansworth respectively. May God bless them in their ministry. Sea Sunday 14th July Seafarers and fishers play a vital role in all of our lives, but they often work in difficult, hazardous conditions. It is when the Church prays for all those who live and work at sea. Your support will make a big difference to seafarers and fishers in need. You can donate in Church, by visiting www.stellamaris.org.uk/donate, or by texting ‘SEA’ to 70460 to donate £5. This collection is vital to enable Stella Maris to continue its important work, so please give generously. Thank you. Summer Mass Schedule There will be no newsletter during August. The website will be updated. Summer Sunday Mass schedule: Weekday Mass Mon– Fri 10am, 6pm Saturday Vigil/anticipated. Sunday  9.00 10.30 & 1200. No 6pm in August. Mass will be  available at 6pm on Sundays at the Carmelite Church 41 Kensington Church Street W8 4BB.  Thank you Gift Join us as we say thank you to Bishop James for his dedication and service to our parish and for blessing us in so many ways. To say thank you as parishioners, please send in to the office or pay into the parish account directly and ref: ‘Thank You’. Parish Account: OLOV, a/c 61263714, sort code: 400520. Summer Break Many parishioners are leaving for the summer, some are leaving the parish for pastures new, we wish you all well. Prayer Loving Father, during this time of rest and relaxation, please repair in me whatever is broken, and revive my drooping spirit. Let this vacation be a graced time of recollection and rejuvenation, of deeper self-awareness and eager self-giving. May it be an occasion of refreshment and reinvigoration-a time to reclaim my friendship with Jesus Christ, who is our Lord now and for ever. Amen. In a World Of Plenty Zero Hunger Mary’s meals presents the film ‘In a world of plenty Zero’ at St Mary of the Angels Parish, 2 Moorhouse Road, W2 5DJ at 7pm on 11th July 2024.   Filmed in Tigray, Ethiopia and London and featuring an interview with Bob Geldof– Zero Hunger powerfully explores the question ‘can there be a solution to world hunger?’   This special documentary shows how a deadly combination of war, poverty and drought has resulted in the threat of a new famine.  Pilgrimage of Reparation & Prayer for the Sanctity of Life to Walsingham Saturday 3rd August, to be led by Bishop David Oakley of Northampton.  Please consider joining this pilgrimage, if possible in person, or online at walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/ The need for prayer to support life has been great since the passing of the 1967 Abortion Act. It  is now increasingly needed as the pressures to allow abortion up to birth grow, along with a swelling campaign to introduce Assisted Suicide. Pope Saint John Paull II urged everyone to join in the  'great prayer for life'. Pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady Of Walsingham Cardinal Vincent Nichols will lead the pilgrimage. This years theme is ‘ Be it done unto me according to thy word’. Pilgrimage date: Saturday 21st September 2024. For more information please contact the parish Office. Pauline Books and Media The bookshop will be open from 9.30am to 12.30pm on Sundays The contact number is 07561 456074 Young Married Couples Group Are you a young married couple seeking to build friendships and desiring to connect with other young married couples? Well, a young married couples group is present in our parish. The purpose of the group is to offer support and foster friendship and connection among the many young married couples present in our parish. The ideal age range of the group is under 40. The group meets every month to socialize and foster communion and support. Among the different activities offered are meals together, trips out, games nights and social exercises. If you’re interested in attending, please email Steve and Annie Caprio at [email protected]. You can also join our Whatsapp group using the QR code below: Young Adult Group This is a group for people in their 20s and 30s and aims to build a community in the parish. More events will be coming soon. If there are any questions, please send us an email at: [email protected] or join our WhatsApp group using the QR code:  Welcome to all our Parishioners If you are new to the parish, please come and say hello and complete the new parishioner registration form which can be found on our website:  https://www.ourladyofvictories.net/parish-registrationfinancial-support.html Here you can also find further information on all our parish activities. Leaving a Legacy In the last year, the parish has received a number of legacies from parishioners who have remembered the work of the parish in their wills. Please pray for the repose of the souls of those parishioners. They will be remembered in our annual donors Mass. Please consider remembering the parish in your will. See the leaflets at the back of the Church or call 0207 798 9375 or email [email protected] Weekly Mass Schedule Monday to Friday - 10.00 am Saturday - 6.00 pm Sunday - 9.00 am, 10.30 am, 12.00 pm and 6.00 pm.    ALL OUR MASSES ARE LIVE-STREAMED FROM OUR WEBSITE.    Eucharistic Adoration and Confession On Wednesday's, after the 10am Mass, there is Eucharistic Adoration. This is an opportunity to spend some time in prayer before the exposed Blessed Sacrament. During that time a priest will also be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Adoration concludes at Noon with the prayer of the Angelus. Confessions are also available every Saturday from 5 pm to 5.45 pm. Parish Team: Bhp James Curry (Parish Priest) Fr Francis Thomas (Assistant Priest) Rev’d Paul Hewitt (Permanent Deacon)  Sr Maureen McNamara (Sacramental Programmes) Mrs Rachel Mulira (Parish Secretary) Our Lady of Victories 16 Abingdon Road London W8 6AF 020 7937 4778  [email protected]