Pope Francis RIP

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Requiescat In Pace - Pope Francis Our joy at celebrating Easter was tempered by the news of the sad passing of our Holy Father, Pope Francis, on Easter Monday morning. A simple glance at the news on mainstream media is enough to glean how much his life and especially his 12-year pontificate had a profound effect on so many people worldwide, beyond the confines of the Catholic Church. As Bishop Jim Curry wrote upon hearing the news of his death: “Pope Francis’ teachings challenge Catholics to engage actively with the world, fostering a sense of solidarity and responsibility towards one another and the planet.”   As we affirm our faith in the Resurrection in a particular way in this Easter season, we commend to God the soul of the Supreme Pontiff, who tirelessly proclaimed the Mercy of the Risen One in whom we trust.   Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.   Fr Nigel Requiem Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis A Requiem Mass will be offered for his soul this Friday 25th April at 7pm. All are welcome. Prayers for Pope Francis These prayers are suggested for use upon the death of Pope Francis. Prayer for Francis O God, faithful rewarder of souls, grant that your departed servant Pope Francis, whom you made successor of Peter and shepherd of your Church, may happily enjoy for ever in your presence in heaven the mysteries of your grace and compassion, which he faithfully ministered on earth. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. Eternal rest, grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen. Psalm 120 I lift up my eyes to the mountains: from where shall come my help? My help shall come from the Lord who made heaven and earth. May he never allow you to stumble! Let him sleep not your guard. No, he sleeps not nor slumbers, Israel’s guard. The Lord is your guard and your shade; at your right side he stands. By day the sun shall not smite you nor the moon in the night. The Lord will guard you from evil, he will guard your soul. The Lord will guard your going and coming both now and for ever. Canticle of Simeon (Nunc Dimittis) Luke 2:29-32 At last, all-powerful Master, you give leave to your servant to go in peace, according to your promise. For my eyes have seen your salvation which you have prepared for all nations, the light to enlighten the Gentiles and give glory to Israel, your people. Prayers for the successor of Pope Francis O God, who chose your servant, in succession to the Apostle Peter as shepherd of the whole flock, look favourably on the supplications of your people and grant that, as Vicar of Christ on earth, he may confirm his brethren and that the whole Church may be in communion with him in the bond of unity, love and peace, so that in you, the shepherd of souls, all may know the truth and attain life eternal. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen. What happens when a Pope dies? Many of us will be wondering what happens after the Pope dies. The Catholic Bishops Conference of England and Wales produced a series of articles in 2020 relating to the funeral rites, conclave and college of cardinals. The first of these can be found here: https://www.cbcew.org.uk/when-a-pope-dies/  Welcome to all our Parishioners If you are new to the parish, please come and say hello and complete the parishioner registration form which can be found on our website:  https://www.ourladyofvictories.net/support.html Here you can also find further information on all our parish activities. 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.  Please note: the sanctuary and first five pews are livestreamed 24/7. All the celebrations of Mass are recorded. The recordings are kept securely for 28days, after which they are deleted.   Eucharistic Adoration and Confession On Wednesdays, after the 10am Mass, there is Eucharistic Adoration. This is an opportunity to spend some time in prayer before the exposed Blessed Sacrament. A priest will be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation from 10.30 to 11.15am. Adoration concludes with Benediction and the Angelus at Noon. Confession also available every Saturday from 5 to 5.45 pm. Parish Team: Fr Nigel Woollen (Parish Priest) Fr Francis Thomas (Assistant Priest) Rev. Paul Hewitt (Permanent Deacon)  Sr Maureen McNamara rsm (Sacramental Programmes) Mrs Rachel Mulira (Parish Secretary) Our Lady of Victories 16 Abingdon Road London W8 6AF 020 7937 4778  [email protected] Support our Parish Financially here