24th Sunday of Year

The following Masses will be celebrated during the week ahead:

• Saturday: 14th 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: 15th 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: In Thanksgiving
• Monday 16th 10am Mass in St Patrick’s parish centre
• Wednesday 18th 10am Mass in St Patrick’s parish centre
• Thursday: 19th 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre: Jim Farrell
• Friday: 20th 10am Mass in St Patrick’s parish centre:
• Saturday: 21st 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: 22nd 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: Desmond Costell

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital
• all those whose memories we cherish or whose anniversaries occur around this time and,
• all those who have died recently

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Fr Martin writes… Once again I thank you for your patience. I have celebrated my first Masses at St Patrick’s during the week and I look forward to celebrating my first Sunday Masses with you this weekend. So far I haven’t done much unpacking but I have managed a visit to St Alban’s primary school on Friday to meet with the pupils and the staff. I thank them for their warm welcome. This weekend Bishop Stephen has written a pastoral letter, but I shall still be able to introduce myself at each Mass. I look forward to working with you and getting to know you all better in the weeks and months ahead.

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Afternoon Tea
On the last Saturday of the month, 28th September, afternoon tea will be available in the Parish Centre between 1 and 3pm. There is no charge for afternoon tea but any donations received will go towards the new cooker.

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A Liturgy Day for Readers
This is an opportunity for those who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass to look at the background of why we are going to be using a new translation of the Scriptures at Mass. It will take place on Friday, 15th November, 2024 at St. Aloysius, Hebburn from 10.30am – 3.30pm. If you would like to attend, please contact the parish office at felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk. Other dates and locations may be found here Liturgy & Prayer – Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle (diocesehn.org.uk) (Please note the booking fee of £15 per person will be paid for by the Parish).

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Are you interested in finding out more about the Catholic Faith?
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) supports adults who want to explore their spirituality and if they wish to become a Catholic. It is an informal system of regular meetings to explore what it means to be a Catholic. Meetings are generally held on Tuesday evenings at St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Felling at 6.30pm for one hour during school term times. These meetings allow participants to talk about topics in an open, non-judgemental way. Topics look at the history of the Church, the Bible, the Sacraments of the Church and prayer. You can suggest topics too. The meetings are based around the Sycamore Course approved by the Church. Participants do not have to make their mind up straight away but can decide as the course progresses. This decision is yours alone. An initial meeting is to take place on Tuesday 17th September at 6.30pm in St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Felling. Please feel free to come along for a short introduction to the Programme and a chance to ask any questions you may have. The parish centre is situated beneath St. Patrick’s Church in Felling High Street. For more information you may choose to call Alan Edgell who leads the course on 07976 402023.

23^rd Sunday of Year B

The following celebrations will take place during the days ahead.

• Saturday 7th: 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday 8th: 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church 
• Thursday 12th: 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre
• Friday 13th: 10am Mass in St Patrick’s parish centre
• Saturday 14th: 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday 15th: 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: 

This Weekend we Welcome Fr Jude Ibeh who will be celebrating our Sunday Masses at both churches

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital
• all those whose memories we cherish at this time and,
• all those who have died recently

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Fr Martin writes…

Thank you for your patience with the current moves. The ‘man with the van’ brought my belongings to the presbytery on Thursday 5th September. I expect I shall be living out of boxes and suitcases for a good few weeks to come….as I start to unpack.

This weekend I shall be celebrating my farewell Masses at Tynemouth and Cullercoats, so I have asked Fr Jude Ibeh to cover the two Sunday Masses here for me. I am still committed to a few pastoral responsibilities in Tynemouth and Cullercoats, including a Requiem Mass on Wednesday 11th at St Oswin’s, Tynemouth, which was arranged some time ago. I hope, therefore, to celebrate my first weekend Masses with you all on 14th & 15th September. I also plan to start celebrating weekday Masses at St Patrick’s from this Thursday.

I am very grateful to Fr Patterson for all the useful information he has left me to help get started. We pray he may enjoy a well deserved retirement. I apologise for the relative simplicity of this weeks newsletter. It is quite a learning curve finding out how all the digital technology works. I look forward very much to meeting and working with you all in the future. God Bless.

Fr martin

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A Liturgy Day for Readers
This is an opportunity for those who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass to look at the background of why we are going to be using a new translation of the Scriptures at Mass. It will take place on Friday, 15th November, 2024 at St. Aloysius, Hebburn from 10am – 3:30pm. If you would like to attend, please contact the parish office at felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk. Other dates and locations may be found here Liturgy & Prayer – Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle (diocesehn.org.uk) (Please note the booking fee of £15 per person will be paid for by the Parish).

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Are you interested in finding out more about the Catholic Faith?
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) supports adults who want to explore their spirituality and if they wish to become a Catholic. It is an informal system of regular meetings to explore what it means to be a Catholic. Meetings are generally held on Tuesday evenings at St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Felling at 6.30pm for one hour during school term times. These meetings allow participants to talk about topics in an open, non-judgemental way. Topics look at the history of the Church, the Bible, the Sacraments of the Church and prayer. You can suggest topics too. The meetings are based around the Sycamore Course approved by the Church. Participants do not have to make their mind up straight away but can decide as the course progresses. This decision is yours alone. An initial meeting is to take place on Tuesday 17th September at 6.30pm in St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Felling. Please feel free to come along for a short introduction to the Programme and a chance to ask any questions you may have. The parish centre is situated beneath St. Patrick’s Church in Felling High Street. For more information you may choose to call Alan Edgell who leads the course on 07976 402023.

22nd Sunday of the Year (B)

The following celebrations will take place during the days ahead.

• Saturday: (31st Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: (1st Sep) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church:  Fr. Patterson
• Monday: (2nd Sep) 10am Funeral Mass in St. Alban’s Church:  Olive Diston (This Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Shaun Purdy)
• Saturday: (7th Sep) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: Celebrant’s Intention
• Sunday: (8th Sep) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church:  Celebrant’s Intention

Please note, that with the exception of Monday, 2nd September, there will be no other Masses celebrated for the remainder of  the week.

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Mass to view on line

Mass is live streamed from the Holy Name, Jesmond. Visit their parish website to discover the times for the coming week.

When you are unable to celebrate Mass in Church, you may wish to make this act of spiritual communion:

Lord Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital
• all those whose memories we cherish at this time especially William Pearson
• and Olive Diston who has died. May she rest in the peace of the Risen Lord

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Prayer for our Country

Almighty God, Ruler of all the peoples of the earth, forgive our shortcomings as a nation, purify our hearts  to see and love the truth, give wisdom to our leaders, and steadfastness to our people, and bring us at last to that city of peace whose foundations are mercy, justice, and goodwill, of which you are the designer and builder; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

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Mass Intentions

Fr. Patterson is very grateful for the generous Mass Offerings you have been and continue to hand in. 

Unfortunately he will be unable to celebrate all of the Masses that have been handed in over recent weeks before he leaves us. Rest assured, Fr. Stempczyk will celebrate them in due time after his arrival.

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With an eye to the future and beyond…….

Fr. Patterson will be leaving us on Tuesday, 3rd September after almost 32 years – 11,592 days to be exact! He hopes to be able to take advantage of his retirement residing in the Sacred Heart Presbytery, Great North Road, North Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 5EB.  He will celebrate his final Masses with us this weekend, 31st August/1st September.

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A little message from Fr. “P”

“I am so grateful to everyone over the years, in both St. Alban’s and St. Patrick’s, and have many memories that will always remain with me. I will continue to pray for you all and Fr. Martin and I hope you will remember me in prayer too.

I also wish to renew my thanks for your cards and gifts which have continued to arrive during the past few weeks. The sentiments contained in many of your cards are both humbling and uplifting.

May the Lord continue to bless us all.

À bientôt!     Fr. “P”

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A very warm welcome

We look forward to welcoming our new parish priest Canon Martin Stempczyk during the course of the week. As the new parish priest of St. Alban’s, Pelaw and St. Patrick’s, Felling, he will reside in St. Patrick’s Presbytery.

Please keep him and one another in prayer in the weeks ahead so that we may be truly open to the guidance of the Spirit of the Living Lord.

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Work on the Presbytery roof

Investigative work is due to begin on St. Patrick’s presbytery roof to determine the cause of water ingress into an attic room. This work was identified some time ago, but requires the use of “a Spider” to access the roof which Fr. Patterson is advised will be arriving on Monday, 2nd September!

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Cleaning of St. Alban’s Church

We would be very grateful for volunteers who would be able to help with the cleaning of St. Alban’s Church on Friday, 6th September at 9am.

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Education Sunday

Next weekend we celebrate the important role of Catholic Education in the life of the Church. There will be an opportunity, for those of you who wish, to contribute towards the work of the Catholic Education Service. Donations may be placed in an envelope marked “Catholic Education” and deposited in the collection boxes at our church doors. Those of you with boxes of envelopes should have an envelope in your box.

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Are you interested in finding out more about the Catholic Faith?

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) supports adults who want to explore their spirituality and if they wish to become a Catholic. It is an informal system of regular meetings to explore what it means to be a Catholic. Meetings are generally held on Tuesday evenings at St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Felling at 18.30 for one hour during school term times. These meetings allow participants to talk about topics in an open, non-judgemental way. Topics look at the history of the Church, the Bible, the Sacraments of the Church and prayer. You can suggest topics too. The meetings are based around the Sycamore Course approved by the Church. Participants do not have to make their mind up straight away but can decide as the course progresses. This decision is yours alone. An initial meeting is to take place on Tuesday 17th September at 18.30 in St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Felling. Please feel free to come along for a short introduction to the Programme and a chance to ask any questions you may have. The parish centre is situated beneath St. Patrick’s Church in Felling High Street. For more information you may choose to call Alan Edgell who leads the course on 07976 402023.

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Vocations Discernment

Men aged 18+, who think God might be calling them to serve in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle as a Priest, are invited to explore their vocation with the Diocesan Priestly Vocations Team. Meetings take place each month  between 6pm and 8pm at St Joseph’s Church, Thorneyholme Terrace, Stanley. The next meetings will be on: Tuesday, 3rd September, Tuesday 1st October, Tuesday 5th November and Tuesday 3rd December. If you would like more information, please contact the Vocations Promoter, Fr Shaun Purdy by email: vocationspromoter@diocesehn.org.uk or by telephone: 01207 299012.

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Your offerings are our sole source of income

Although we do not take a collection at Mass by passing round a basket, we do hope you will feel able to make an offering towards the upkeep and running costs of our churches in one of the boxes you will find at the entrances to our churches.  Alternatively you may consider making your offering by Standing Order the details of which are below.

For St. Alban’s: Account name: DHN Pelaw St Alban: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 92010984

For St. Patrick’s: Account name: DHN Felling St Patrick: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 52010453

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Safeguarding

The Parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance and the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and Diocesan policies and procedures at all times. Each of our churches has a Parish Safeguarding Representative indicated on the Safeguarding posters displayed  in each church.

21st Sunday of the Year (B)

The following celebrations will take place during the days ahead.

• Saturday: (24th Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: (25th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church:  Maureen Johnson
• Tuesday: (27th Aug)10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre: Desmond Costelloe
• Thursday: (29th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre: Anne Bell
• Saturday: (31st Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: (1st Sep) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church:  Fr. Patterson
• Monday: (2nd Sep) 10am Funeral Mass in St. Alban’s Church:  Olive Diston (This Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Shaun Purdy)

Please note, that with the exception of Monday, 2nd September, there will be no other Masses celebrated for the remainder of  that week.

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Mass to view on line

Mass is live streamed from the Holy Name, Jesmond. Visit their parish website to discover the times for the coming week.

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When you are unable to celebrate Mass in Church, you may wish to make this act of spiritual communion:

Lord Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital
• all those whose memories we cherish at this time and,
• Olive Diston who has died. May she rest in the peace of the Risen Lord

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Prayer for our Country

Almighty God, Ruler of all the peoples of the earth, forgive our shortcomings as a nation, purify our hearts to see and love the truth, give wisdom to our leaders, and steadfastness to our people, and bring us at last to that city of peace whose foundations are mercy, justice, and goodwill, of which you are the designer and builder; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

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Mass Intentions

Fr. Patterson is very grateful for the generous Mass Offerings you have been and continue to hand in. 

Unfortunately he will be unable to celebrate all of the Masses that have been handed in over recent weeks before he leaves us. Rest assured, Fr. Stempczyk will celebrate them in due time after his arrival.

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With an eye to the future and beyond…….

We are looking forward to welcoming our new parish priest Canon Martin Stempczyk in the very near future. As the new parish priest of St. Alban’s, Pelaw and St. Patrick’s, Felling, he will reside in St. Patrick’s Presbytery and will move to Felling during the week beginning Monday, 2nd September.

Fr. Patterson will be leaving us on Tuesday, 3rd September after almost 32 years, to take advantage of his retirement in the Sacred Heart Presbytery, North Gosforth.  He will celebrate his final Masses with you next weekend, 31st August/1st September. His contact details will be made available to you in next week’s Newsletter.

Please keep them and one another in prayer in the weeks ahead so that we may continue to be guided by the Spirit of the Living Lord.

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Cleaning of St. Alban’s Church

We would be very grateful for volunteers who would be able to help with the cleaning of St. Alban’s Church on Friday, 6th September at 9am.

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A Liturgy Day for Readers

This is an opportunity for those who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass to look at the background of why we are going to be using a new translation of the Scriptures at Mass. It will take place on Friday, 15th November, 2024 at St. Aloysius, Hebburn from 10.30am – 3.30pm. If you would like to attend, please contact the parish office at felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk. Other dates and locations may be found here Liturgy & Prayer – Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle (diocesehn.org.uk) (Please note the booking fee of £15 per person will be paid for by the Parish).

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Justice and Peace Group

Thanks to those who continue to support our Justice and Peace Group who have recently sent a cheque to Cafod for £100.00. Your generosity this year has raised over £400.00 for Cafod.

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The Diocesan Justice and Peace Refugee Project…….

…….which supports people who are seeking asylum in our area, continue to appeal for donations of sugar, biscuits, tinned fish in oil, tins of tomatoes, chick peas, white rice (not microwaveable), long life milk, sugar, tomato puree, breakfast cereals, table salt, cooking oil, shampoo, shower gel and unopened toiletries If you feel able to support this project, donations may be left on the tables at the entrance to our churches and at our school during term time.

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Are you interested in finding out more about the Catholic Faith?

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) supports adults who want to explore their spirituality and if they wish to become a Catholic. It is an informal system of regular meetings to explore what it means to be a Catholic. Meetings are generally held on Tuesday evenings at St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Felling at 6.30pm for one hour during school term times. These meetings allow participants to talk about topics in an open, non-judgemental way. Topics look at the history of the Church, the Bible, the Sacraments of the Church and prayer. You can suggest topics too. The meetings are based around the Sycamore Course approved by the Church. Participants do not have to make their mind up straight away but can decide as the course progresses. This decision is yours alone. An initial meeting is to take place on Tuesday 17th September at 6.30pm in St Patrick’s Parish Centre, Felling. Please feel free to come along for a short introduction to the Programme and a chance to ask any questions you may have. The parish centre is situated beneath St. Patrick’s Church in Felling High Street. For more information you may choose to call Alan Edgell who leads the course on 07976 402023.

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Vocations Discernment

Men aged 18+, who think God might be calling them to serve in the Diocese of Hexham and Newcastle as a Priest, are invited to explore their vocation with the Diocesan Priestly Vocations Team. Meetings take place each month  between 6pm and 8pm at St Joseph’s Church, Thorneyholme Terrace, Stanley. The next meetings will be on: Tuesday, 3rd September, Tuesday 1st October, Tuesday 5th November and Tuesday 3rd December. If you would like more information, please contact the Vocations Promoter, Fr Shaun Purdy by email: vocationspromoter@diocesehn.org.uk or by telephone: 01207 299012.

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Your offerings are our sole source of income

Although we do not take a collection at Mass by passing round a basket, we do hope you will feel able to make an offering towards the upkeep and running costs of our churches in one of the boxes you will find at the entrances to our churches.  Alternatively you may consider making your offering by Standing Order the details of which are below.

For St. Alban’s: Account name: DHN Pelaw St Alban: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 92010984

For St. Patrick’s: Account name: DHN Felling St Patrick: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 52010453

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 Safeguarding

The Parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance and the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and Diocesan policies and procedures at all times. Each of our churches has a Parish Safeguarding Representative indicated on the Safeguarding posters displayed  in each church.

20th Sunday of the Year (B)

The following celebrations will take place during the days ahead.

• Saturday: (17th Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: Billy, Eileen, Bernadette & Liam Brannigan
• Sunday: (18th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Tuesday: (20th Aug)10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre:  Ellen Farrell
• Thursday: (22nd Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre: Safe Delivery
• Saturday: (24th Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: (25th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church:  Maureen Johnson

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Mass to view on line

Mass is live streamed from the Holy Name, Jesmond. Visit their parish website to discover the times for the coming week.

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When you are unable to celebrate Mass in Church, you may wish to make this act of spiritual communion:

Lord Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital and,
• all those whose memories we cherish at this time

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Prayer for our Country

Almighty God, Ruler of all the peoples of the earth, forgive our shortcomings as a nation, purify our hearts  to see and love the truth, give wisdom to our leaders, and steadfastness to our people, and bring us at last to that city of peace whose foundations are mercy, justice, and goodwill, of which you are the designer and builder; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

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Mass Intentions

Fr. Patterson is very grateful for the generous Mass Offerings you have been and continue to hand in. 

Unfortunately he will be unable to celebrate all of the Masses that have been handed in over recent weeks before he leaves us. Rest assured, Fr. Stempczyk will celebrate them in due time after his arrival.

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Our new Parish Priest

We are looking forward to welcoming our new parish priest Canon Martin Stempczyk. As the new parish priest of St. Alban’s, Pelaw and St. Patrick’s, Felling, he will reside in St. Patrick’s Presbytery and will move to Felling towards the end of the week beginning Monday, 2nd September. Fr. Patterson will be leaving us on Tuesday, 3rd September after almost 32 years, to take advantage of his retirement in the Sacred Heart Presbytery, North Gosforth. Please keep them and one another in prayer in the coming weeks so that we may continue to be guided by the Spirit of the Living Lord.

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Help with tea and coffee

We would value some more help with making teas and coffees after Sunday Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre. Please let whoever is making the refreshments this weekend know if you would like to help and be added to the next rota. Alternatively email the parish office felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.

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A call to our parents

If you are bringing your child(ren) up for a blessing at Holy Communion, would you please ensure they cross their arms over their chest before approaching the minister to avoid any possible confusion. Thank you so much.

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Cleaning of St. Alban’s Church

We would be very grateful for volunteers who would be able to help with the cleaning of St. Alban’s Church on Friday, 6th September at 9am.

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A Liturgy Day for Readers

This is an opportunity for those who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass to look at the background of why we are going to be using a new translation of the Scriptures at Mass. It will take place on Friday, 15th November, 2024 at St. Aloysius, Hebburn from 10.30am – 3:30pm. If you would like to attend, please contact the parish office at felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk. Other dates and locations may be found here Liturgy & Prayer – Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle (diocesehn.org.uk) (Please note the booking fee of £15 per person will be paid for by the Parish).

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Marriage Preparation

Would you feel able to volunteer as a Marriage Preparation Course Facilitator? Are you a confident communicator? Would you like to help couples prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage? Marriage Care is looking for volunteer couples and individuals who would like to train with them in this exciting role. For more information, please contact Moira Graham at marriagecare.tyneside@gmail.com

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How Local Church Communities can become Guardians of Creation

To promote the theme of this year’s Season of Creation, this online event will showcase how dynamic parishes can offer an inspirational model for others to enable them to take meaningful action for the environment. It takes place online on Wednesday, 4th September, 2024 from 7pm – 8pm

A panel of experts and parish innovators will discuss how to promote greener practices within our local communities in a variety of settings. They will share their experiences and offer best practice and success stories with the goal of inspiring parishes to reduce their environmental footprint and enhance biodiversity.

Organised in collaboration with CAFOD and St Mary’s University, Twickenham the speakers will be:

Dr Roland Daw: A Senior Lecturer in Strategy and Entrepreneurship at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. He has been studying sustainability and decarbonisation in the voluntary sector since 2014.

Kirsty Wright: Head of Property for the Diocese of Plymouth. She holds a degree in Building Surveying & the Environment and sits on the Historic Churches Committee, a statutory committee established by the Patrimony Committee of the Bishops’ Conference, overseeing Listed places of Worship.

A Parish Example: We will also hear from a parishioner who has helped their parish work towards the CAFOD Live Simply award.

Chairing the event: Neil Thorns, CAFOD’s Director of Advocacy

It is an online event and you are asked to register should this be of interest to you. You can register online using the form at the end of the news piece on CAFOD’s website where this link will take you

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Your offerings are our sole source of income

Although we do not take a collection at Mass by passing round a basket, we do hope you will feel able to make an offering towards the upkeep and running costs of our churches in one of the boxes you will find at the entrances to our churches.  Alternatively you may consider making your offering by Standing Order the details of which are below.

For St. Alban’s: Account name: DHN Pelaw St Alban: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 92010984

For St. Patrick’s: Account name: DHN Felling St Patrick: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 52010453

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Safeguarding

The Parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance and the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and Diocesan policies and procedures at all times. Each of our churches has a Parish Safeguarding Representative indicated on the Safeguarding posters displayed  in each church.

19^th Sunday of the Year

The following celebrations will take place during the days ahead.

• Saturday: (10th Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: (11th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: Special Intention (BH)
• Tuesday: (13th Aug)10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre:  May Rogan
• Wednesday: (14th Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: Parishioners Intentions
• Thursday: (15th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: Ted Clarke
• Saturday: (17th Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: Billy, Eileen, Bernadette & Liam Brannigan
• Sunday: (18th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions

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Mass to view on line

Mass is live streamed from the Holy Name, Jesmond. Visit their parish website to discover the times for the coming week.

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When you are unable to celebrate Mass in Church, you may wish to make this act of spiritual communion:

Lord Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital and,
• all those whose memories we cherish at this time

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The Feast of the Assumption

Thursday, 15th August is the Feast of the Assumption. It is a Holyday on which we are all encouraged to come together to celebrate this great Feast of the Church. A Vigil Mass will be celebrated in St. Alban’s Church on Wednesday  at 6pm and Mass on Thursday morning will be in St. Patrick’s Church at 10am.

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Prayer for our Country

Almighty God, Ruler of all the peoples of the earth, forgive our shortcomings as a nation, purify our hearts to see and love the truth, give wisdom to our leaders, and steadfastness to our people, and bring us at last to that city of peace whose foundations are mercy, justice, and goodwill, of which you are the designer and builder; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

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Our new Parish Priest

Most of you will now be aware that Bishop Stephen has appointed Canon Martin Stempczyk as the new parish priest of St. Alban’s, Pelaw and St. Patrick’s, Felling. He will reside in St. Patrick’s Presbytery and will move to Felling towards the end of the week beginning Monday, 2nd September. Fr. Patterson will be leaving us on Tuesday, 3rd September to take advantage of his retirement in the Sacred Heart Presbytery, North Gosforth. Please keep them and one another in prayer in the weeks ahead so that we may continue to be guided by the Spirit of the Living Lord.

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Mission Appeal

Thanks to those who felt able to support the Retiring collection last weekend for the missionary work of the Comboni Fathers. Donations to the value of £360.05 were received. (St. Alban’s £177.75 and St. Patrick’s £182.30)

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Churches together in England call for an end to racism, division and disorder

Their statement may be found on the Bishops conference website as can a statement from Caritas Social Action.

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Family Night success

Thanks to those who were able to support the recent Family Night held in St. Patrick’s parish centre which raised £225.00 towards the cost of replacing the centre cooker.

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Help with tea and coffee

We would value some more help with making teas and coffees after Sunday Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre. Please let whoever is making the refreshments this weekend know if you would like to help and be added to the next rota. Alternatively email the parish office felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org

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Joe’s Place

Joe’s Place is a project supported by the parishes of the John Ingram Partnership. It supports some of the many vulnerable people in the local area. It was founded in 2014 and takes place every Wednesday in the Parish Hall of St Joseph’s, Gateshead. Guests are served freshly prepared hot or cold food at their tables. Food is prepared in the kitchen using donated tinned and dried foods, together with fresh and frozen food purchased using donations from local schools, businesses, parishes and individuals. During the past five years the parishes in the Partnership have made financial contributions to the project, according to their means, to help cover the cost of renting St. Joseph’s Hall and the cost of utilities. This year the proceeds of the Charity Box in St. Alban’s Church will go to Joe’s Place and a box at the front of  St. Patrick’s Church marked “Joe’s Place” is  available for donations.

So far this year, your donations have raised £707.03. (St. Alban’s £369.38 through the Charity box and St. Patrick’s £367.65 through the special donation box at the front of the Church). Thank you for your generosity.

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A Liturgy Day for Readers

This is an opportunity for those who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass to look at the background of why we are going to be using a new translation of the Scriptures at Mass. It will take place on Friday, 15th November, 2024 at St. Aloysius, Hebburn from 10.30am – 3.30pm. If you would like to attend, please contact the parish office at felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk. Other dates and locations may be found here Liturgy & Prayer – Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle (diocesehn.org.uk) (Please note the booking fee of £15 per person will be paid for by the Parish).

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The Diocesan Justice and Peace Refugee Project…….

…….which supports people who are seeking asylum in our area, continue to appeal for donations of sugar, biscuits, tinned fish in oil, tins of tomatoes, chick peas, white rice (not microwaveable), long life milk, sugar, tomato puree, breakfast cereals, table salt, cooking oil, shampoo, shower gel and unopened toiletries If you feel able to support this project, donations may be left on the tables at the entrance to our churches and at our school during term time.

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Update your Contacts’ list for our parishes

Please note that the parish email address has changed to felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk

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Gift Aid Scheme

Are you aware that if you are a UK tax payer and make an offering to our church collection you could join the Gift Aid Scheme enabling our parishes to gain an extra 25% of your offering, at no extra cost to you. If you feel you could be a part of the Gift Aid Scheme, please email the Parish Gift Aid Organiser, John Gillum at stpatrick.giftaid@outlook.com for further details or have a word with Fr. Patterson.

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Your offerings are our sole source of income

Although we do not take a collection at Mass by passing round a basket, we do hope you will feel able to make an offering towards the upkeep and running costs of our churches in one of the boxes you will find at the entrances to our churches.  Alternatively you may consider making your offering by Standing Order the details of which are below.

For St. Alban’s: Account name: DHN Pelaw St Alban: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 92010984

For St. Patrick’s: Account name: DHN Felling St Patrick: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 52010453

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Safeguarding

The Parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance and the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and Diocesan policies and procedures at all times. Each of our churches has a Parish Safeguarding Representative indicated on the Safeguarding posters displayed  in each church.

18^th Sunday of the Year (B)

The following celebrations will take place during the days ahead.

• Saturday: (3rd Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: Kathleen and Bill Harland
• Sunday: (4th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Tuesday: (6th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre:  George Owens
• Thursday: (8th Aug) 10.30am Funeral Service in St. Patrick’s Church: Peggy Joyce
• Saturday: (10th Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: (11th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: Special Intention (BH)

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Mass to view on line

Mass is live streamed from the Holy Name, Jesmond. Visit their parish website to discover the times for the coming week.

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When you are unable to celebrate Mass in Church, you may wish to make this act of spiritual communion:

Lord Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital
• all those whose memories we cherish at this time and,
• Peggy Joyce, who has died. May she rest in the peace of the Risen Lord

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The Christian leaders of Merseyside offer this prayer for anyone seeking consolation following the events which took place in Southport on 29th July

Gracious God, words alone cannot express our sadness and disbelief our heartbreak and anguish when such precious lives are so brutally stolen. We offer to you the cries of our own hearts and pray for those families whose grief and loss is impossible to comprehend. Help us all to cling to hope even amidst this senseless brutality. Be close to all whose lives have been so cruelly scarred; surround them with your love; hold them fast in their sorrow and grant them strength amidst their unbearable pain. We cannot escape our anger and devastation but choose to seek hope even amidst this darkness. For all its horror, may it spur us even more to never surrender to despair, but build a world where peace, hope and love prevail. Amen 

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Update your Contacts’ list for our parishes

Please note that the parish email address has changed to felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk

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Our new Parish Priest

As many of you will be aware, Bishop Stephen has appointed Canon Martin Stempczyk as the new parish priest of St. Alban’s, Pelaw and St. Patrick’s, Felling. He will reside in St. Patrick’s Presbytery and will move to Felling towards the end of the week beginning Monday, 2nd September. Fr. Patterson will be leaving us on Tuesday, 3rd September to take advantage of his retirement in the Sacred Heart Presbytery, North Gosforth. Please keep them and one another in prayer in the weeks ahead so that we may continue to be guided by the Spirit of the Living Lord.

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Mission Appeal

We have been unable to host a visit from the Comboni Fathers to make their Mission Appeal in our parishes this year. As such, we will have a retiring collection for their work in both churches this weekend 3rd/4th August. Please note this is a retiring collection and baskets will be offered for your donations as you leave the church.

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A Tour of our Cathedral

The Newman Tyneside Circle invites you to a guided tour of St Mary’s Cathedral, Newcastle (with particular attention to the stained glass windows, including the new Kevin Nichols window). The tour will take place on Tuesday, 6th August, at 2pm and will be followed by discussion and refreshments.

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Joe’s Place

Joe’s Place is a project supported by the parishes of the John Ingram Partnership. It supports some of the many vulnerable people in the local area. It was founded in 2014 and takes place every Wednesday in the Parish Hall of St Joseph’s, Gateshead. Guests are served freshly prepared hot or cold food at their tables. Food is prepared in the kitchen using donated tinned and dried foods, together with fresh and frozen food purchased using donations from local schools, businesses, parishes and individuals. During the past five years the parishes in the Partnership have made financial contributions to the project, according to their means, to help cover the cost of renting St. Joseph’s Hall and the cost of utilities. This year the proceeds of the Charity Box in St. Alban’s Church will go to Joe’s Place and a box at the front of  St. Patrick’s Church marked “Joe’s Place” is  available for donations.

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A Liturgy Day for Readers

This is an opportunity for those who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass to look at the background of why we are going to be using a new translation of the Scriptures at Mass. It will take place on Friday, 15th November, 2024 at St. Aloysius, Hebburn from 10.30am – 3.30pm. If you would like to attend, please contact the parish office at felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk. Other dates and locations may be found here Liturgy & Prayer – Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle (diocesehn.org.uk) (Please note the booking fee of £15 per person will be paid for by the Parish).

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Are you new to our Parishes?

If you have recently moved into Bill Quay, Felling, Pelaw, Heworth, Windy Nook and the surrounding area you are more than welcome to come along to worship with us in either St. Alban’s Church, Queen Victoria Street, Pelaw or St. Pat-rick’s Church on the High Street in Felling. Mass times are Saturday evening at 6pm in St. Alban’s and 10am on a Sun-day in St. Patrick’s.

If you would like to offer your talents to the parish – and we all have God given talents – then please approach Fr. Patter-son or any of our welcomers and provide us with your details. You would also be most welcome to join us for refreshments after Sunday Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre which is located directly underneath the Church. We look forward to seeing you.

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Special Collections

During the current financial year the following donations have been made for the various charities we are invited to consider supporting. These are the combined figures for St. Alban’s and St. Patrick’s. Little Sisters £261.00; Lay Training £71.50; Peter’s Pence £66.00; Stella Maris £40.00; Day for Life £19.00; World Communications £40.00; Holy Places £83.00; Sick and Retired Priests £68.00. Thank you.

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Gift Aid Scheme

Are you aware that if you are a UK tax payer and make an offering to our church collection you could join the Gift Aid Scheme enabling our parishes to gain an extra 25% of your offering, at no extra cost to you. If you feel you could be a part of the Gift Aid Scheme, please email the Parish Gift Aid Organiser, John Gillum at stpatrick.giftaid@outlook.com for further details or have a word with Fr. Patterson.

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Your offerings are our sole source of income

Although we do not take a collection at Mass by passing round a basket, we do hope you will feel able to make an offering towards the upkeep and running costs of our churches in one of the boxes you will find at the entrances to our churches.  Alternatively you may consider making your offering by Standing Order the details of which are below.

For St. Alban’s: Account name: DHN Pelaw St Alban: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 92010984

For St. Patrick’s: Account name: DHN Felling St Patrick: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 52010453

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 Safeguarding

The Parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance and the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and Diocesan policies and procedures at all times. Each of our churches has a Parish Safeguarding Representative indicated on the Safeguarding posters displayed  in each church.

17^th Sunday of the Year (B)

The following celebrations will take place during the days ahead.

• Saturday: (27th July) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: (28th July) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: Desmond Costelloe
• Tuesday: (30th July)10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre:  Kathleen Falconer
• Friday: (2nd Aug) 9.30am Funeral Service in St. Patrick’s Church: Anne Bell
• Saturday: (3rd Aug) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: Kathleen and Bill Harland
• Sunday: (4th Aug) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions

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Mass to view on line

Mass is live streamed from the Holy Name, Jesmond. Visit their parish website to discover the times for the coming week.

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When you are unable to celebrate Mass in Church, you may wish to make this act of spiritual communion:

Lord Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital
• all those whose memories we cherish at this time and
• Fr. Cornelius O’Connor, Anne Bell and Margaret Joyce, who have died. May they rest in the peace of the Risen Lord

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Prayer for our Country

Almighty God, Ruler of all the peoples of the earth, forgive our shortcomings as a nation, purify our hearts to see and love the truth, give wisdom to our leaders, and steadfastness to our people, and bring us at last to that city of peace whose foundations are mercy, justice, and goodwill, of which you are the designer and builder; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

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Update your Contacts’ list for our parishes

Please note that the parish email address has changed to felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk

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Our new Parish Priest

Fr. Patterson was able to announce last weekend that Bishop Stephen has appointed Canon Martin Stempczyk as the new parish priest of St. Alban’s, Pelaw and St. Patrick’s, Felling. He will reside in St. Patrick’s Presbytery and will move to Felling towards the end of the week beginning Monday, 2nd September. Fr. Patterson will be leaving us on Tuesday, 3rd September to take advantage of his retirement in the Sacred Heart Presbytery, North Gosforth. Please keep them and one another in prayer in the weeks ahead so that we may continue to be guided by the Spirit of the Living Lord.

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The Annual Blessed John Ingram Walk

The Walk will take place on Sunday 28^th July,  2024 and will be led by Fr. Luke Wilkinson. If you wish to join the Walk please meet at St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Newgate Street, Newcastle at 14.30. The Walk ends at St Edmund’s Chapel, High Street, Gateshead with an Ecumenical Service followed by refreshments. Non walkers are invited to gather at St Edmund’s at 3.30pm.

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A call to our parents

If you are bringing your child(ren) up for a blessing at Holy Communion, would you please ensure they cross their arms over their chest before approaching the minister to avoid any possible confusion. Thank you so much.

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Father Joseph O’Brien

We offer our prayerful congratulations to Joseph who was ordained to the priesthood on Saturday, 20th July in St. Mary’s Cathedral, Newcastle. He will spend his summer assisting Canon Paul Douthwaite in Hartlepool before returning to Rome to complete his Canon Law studies.

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Mission Appeal

We have been unable to host a visit from the Comboni Fathers to make their Mission Appeal in our parishes this year. As such, we will have a retiring collection for their work in both churches next weekend 3rd/4th August. Please note this is a retiring collection and baskets will be offered for your donations as you leave the church.

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A Tour of our Cathedral

The Newman Tyneside Circle invites you to a guided tour of St Mary’s Cathedral, Newcastle (with particular attention to the stained glass windows, including the new Kevin Nichols window). The tour will take place on Tuesday, 6th August, at 2pm and will be followed by discussion and refreshments.

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Prayer for the Fourth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, 28th July, 2024

Lord, faithful God, you who created us in your image, you who never leaves us alone and who accompanies us through every season of life. Do not abandon us, take care of us and grant us, once again, the ability to discover ourselves and recognise that we are your children. Renew our hearts with your Word. Do not allow anyone to be cast aside. May your Spirit of love fill us with your tenderness and teach us to say: “I will not abandon you!” to those we meet on our journey. With the help of your beloved Son, may we not lose the taste for fraternity and may we not conform to the sadness of loneliness. Help us to look to the future with renewed hope and make the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly a day without loneliness and a day abundant with the first-fruits of your peace. Amen

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Using your car on behalf of the parish

The Diocesan Health and Safety Officer has asked us to make parishioners aware of the following:-

If a driving related task is being completed by a volunteer on behalf of a parish, it is highly recommended that the volunteer informs their car insurance provider of their voluntary role.  A suggested approach a volunteer might make with their car Insurance provider where they are completing a task on behalf of the parish might be as follows:-

I engage in some purely voluntary activities for my local church for which I am not reimbursed in any way. (Two examples follow) (a) Every fortnight, I am asked to collect two fellow parishioners from their homes and transport them to our Church and back home after the Church service. (b) Each week I transport collection money from my church, which has been donated during the previous week, to the local Post Office. I would be grateful to know if my voluntary role needs to be noted by you against my current car insurance policy.

If their response is that you need to pay an additional premium, ask for a quote as to what the additional cost would be and if you feel it is unreasonable for you to pay, please inform your priest or Health and Safety representative. Terry Harbron is the representative for St. Alban’s and Joanne McShane is the representative for St. Patrick’s.

If your role is purely voluntary and not formally arranged by the parish the need to inform your insurance would not apply.

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Gift Aid Scheme

Are you aware that if you are a UK tax payer and make an offering to our church collection you could join the Gift Aid Scheme enabling our parishes to gain an extra 25% of your offering, at no extra cost to you. If you feel you could be a part of the Gift Aid Scheme, please email the Parish Gift Aid Organiser, John Gillum at stpatrick.giftaid@outlook.com for further details or have a word with Fr. Patterson.

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Your offerings are our sole source of income

Although we do not take a collection at Mass by passing round a basket, we do hope you will feel able to make an offering towards the upkeep and running costs of our churches in one of the boxes you will find at the entrances to our churches.  Alternatively you may consider making your offering by Standing Order the details of which are below.

For St. Alban’s: Account name: DHN Pelaw St Alban: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 92010984

For St. Patrick’s: Account name: DHN Felling St Patrick: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 52010453

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 Safeguarding

The Parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance and the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and Diocesan policies and procedures at all times. Each of our churches has a Parish Safeguarding Representative indicated on the Safeguarding posters displayed  in each church.

16^th Sunday of the Year (B)

The following celebrations will take place during the days ahead.

• Saturday: (20th July) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: Peter, Dominic and Andrew Sloan
• Sunday: (21st July) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: Margaret Nesbitt
• Tuesday: (23rd July) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre: Ronnie Johnson
• Thursday: (25 July) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre: Private Intention (NF)
• Saturday: (27th July) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: (28th July) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: Desmond Costelloe 

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Mass to view on line

Mass is live streamed from the Holy Name, Jesmond. Visit their parish website to discover the times for the coming week.

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When you are unable to celebrate Mass in Church, you may wish to make this act of spiritual communion:

Lord Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital
• all those whose memories we cherish at this time and,
• Fr. Cornelius O’Connor, one of our retired priests, who has died. May he rest in the peace of the Risen Lord

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Prayer for our Country

Almighty God, Ruler of all the peoples of the earth, forgive our shortcomings as a nation, purify our hearts to see and love the truth, give wisdom to our leaders, and steadfastness to our people, and bring us at last to that city of peace whose foundations are mercy, justice, and goodwill, of which you are the designer and builder; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

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Update your Contacts’ list for our parishes

Please note that the parish email address has changed to felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk (an address which has already been used for some time). For a short period, the former “lineone.net” address will automatically forward emails to the “rcdhn.org.uk” address. Please modify your contacts’ list accordingly.

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School News from Mrs Robinson

Dear Parishioners,

Thank you very much for all of your prayers, help and support during this last academic year. It is very much appreciated.

School is closing now for the summer holidays but we look forward to meeting you during next year.

With very kind regards

Mrs Robinson and everyone at St Alban’s School.

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The Annual Blessed John Ingram Walk

The Walk will take place on Sunday 28^th July,  2024 and will be led by Fr. Luke Wilkinson. If you wish to join the Walk please meet at St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Newgate Street, Newcastle at 2.30pm. The Walk ends at St Edmund’s Chapel, High Street, Gateshead with an Ecumenical Service followed by refreshments. Non walkers are invited to gather at St Edmund’s at 3.30pm.

This wonderful walk of witness is organised by the SVP with the help of clergy and parishioners of St Andrew’s and St Edmund’s. We encourage parishioners of the John Ingram Partnership to come along and find out more about our local history, and about the namesake of our partnership.

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Thank you

Fr. Patterson wishes to express his gratitude to the family of the late John Johnson for a most generous donation of £500.00, made in his memory, to St. Patrick’s parish funds. May he rest in peace.

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Gift Aid Scheme

Are you aware that if you are a UK tax payer and make an offering to our church collection you could join the Gift Aid Scheme enabling our parishes to gain an extra 25% of your offering, at no extra cost to you. If you feel you could be a part of the Gift Aid Scheme, please email the Parish Gift Aid Organiser, John Gillum at stpatrick.giftaid@outlook.com for further details or have a word with Fr. Patterson.

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Your offerings are our sole source of income

Although we do not take a collection at Mass by passing round a basket, we do hope you will feel able to make an offering towards the upkeep and running costs of our churches in one of the boxes you will find at the entrances to our churches.  Alternatively you may consider making your offering by Standing Order the details of which are below:

For St. Alban’s: Account name: DHN Pelaw St Alban: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 92010984

For St. Patrick’s: Account name: DHN Felling St Patrick: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 52010453

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 Safeguarding

The Parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance and the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and Diocesan policies and procedures at all times. Each of our churches has a Parish Safeguarding Representative indicated on the Safeguarding posters displayed  in each church.

15^th Sunday of the Year (B)

The following celebrations will take place during the days ahead:

• Saturday: (13th July) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: The Parishioners Intentions
• Sunday: (14th July) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: Roger Charlton
• Tuesday: (16th July)10am Service of the Word with Holy Communion in St. Patrick’s parish centre
• Saturday: (20th July) 6pm Mass in St. Alban’s Church: Peter, Dominic and Andrew Sloan
• Sunday: (21st July) 10am Mass in St. Patrick’s Church: Margaret Nesbitt

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Mass to view on line

Mass is live streamed from the Holy Name, Jesmond. Visit their parish website to discover the times for the coming week.

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When you are unable to celebrate Mass in Church, you may wish to make this act of spiritual communion:

Lord Jesus, I believe that you are present in the most Blessed Sacrament. I love you above all things and I desire to receive you into my soul. Since I cannot now receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace you as if you were already there and unite myself wholly to you. Never permit me to be separated from you. Amen

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Please keep in your prayers:

• all our parishioners who are sick, housebound or in hospital
• all those whose memories we cherish at this time and,
• Fr. Cornelius O’Connor, one of our retired priests, who has died. May he rest in the peace of the Risen Lord

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Prayer for our Country

Almighty God, Ruler of all the peoples of the earth, forgive our shortcomings as a nation, purify our hearts to see and love the truth, give wisdom to our leaders, and steadfastness to our people, and bring us at last to that city of peace whose foundations are mercy, justice, and goodwill, of which you are the designer and builder; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

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Update your Contacts’ list for our parishes

Please note that the parish email address has changed to felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk (an address which has already been used for some time). For a short period, the former “lineone.net” address will automatically forward emails to the “rcdhn.org.uk” address. Please modify your contacts’ list accordingly.

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A Night out with Family and Friends

We would like to invite you to a Family Night Out in St. Patrick’s parish centre this Friday, 19th July from 7pm. Admission is free and we ask you to bring your own refreshments. The proceeds of the evening will go towards the cost of replacing the “range/cooker” in the centre kitchen which is no longer functioning. Your weekly contributions to teas and coffees on Sunday mornings have already helped to raise £450.00. So do come along for a friendly night out.

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A call to our parents

If you are bringing your child(ren) up for a blessing at Holy Communion, would you please ensure they cross their arms over their chest before approaching the minister to avoid any possible confusion. Thank you.

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Sea Sunday 

Seafarers and fishers play a vital role in all our lives often working in difficult and hazardous conditions. This Sunday is “Sea Sunday” when the Church prays for those who live and work at sea. On this day we are asked to support the work of Stella Maris (the Apostleship of the Sea) which is the official maritime charity of the Catholic Church. With the many ports in our Diocese, the work of the Apostleship of the Sea is extensive and does sterling work. If you who wish to make a donation towards their work it may be placed in an envelope marked “Sea Sunday” and deposited in the collection boxes at our church doors. Those of you with boxes of envelopes should have an envelope in your box.

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All are welcome

Everyone is welcome to join us for our celebrations in St. Patrick’s and St. Alban’s churches. It is a joy to welcome people of other faiths or none who come to join us in worship. Currently, only baptised Catholic people are able to receive Holy Communion and we ask that when you approach the altar you extend your hands towards the minister who will place the sacred host in your hand which you should then consume immediately before returning to your place. If you are not a Catholic or are indisposed to receive Holy Communion, you are invited to come forward at the appropriate time and receive a blessing, indicating your desire by folding an arm across your chest.

If you are bringing your child(ren) up for a blessing at Holy Communion, would you please ensure they cross their arms over their chest before approaching the minister to avoid any possible confusion. Thank you so much.

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School News from Mrs Robinson

Dear Parishioners,

We will be holding a final service of prayer on Thursday 18^th July at 10am in St Alban’s Church. This will be a chance for us to thank God for all the blessings of this year and to pray for children who are moving on to new schools as well as the children who will be joining our nursery and reception classes. You are all very welcome to come and join us.

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Mobile phones and Hot drinks

If you are attending any services in St. Alban’s Church or St. Patrick’s Church you are asked to ensure that your mobile phones are “turned off” as silent mode is not always silent. For Health and Safety reasons hot drinks must not be brought into our churches. Please be considerate of each other at all times.Thank you

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The Annual Blessed John Ingram Walk

The Walk will take place on Sunday 28^th July,  2024 and will be led by Fr. Luke Wilkinson. If you wish to join the Walk please meet at St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Newgate Street, Newcastle at 14.30. The Walk ends at St Edmund’s Chapel, High Street, Gateshead with an Ecumenical Service followed by refreshments. Non walkers are invited to gather at St Edmund’s at 15.30.

This wonderful walk of witness is organised by the SVP with the help of clergy and parishioners of St Andrew’s and St Edmund’s. We encourage parishioners of the John Ingram Partnership to come along and find out more about our local history, and about the namesake of our partnership.

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The Diocesan Justice and Peace Refugee Project…….

…….which supports people who are seeking asylum in our area, continue to appeal for donations of sugar, biscuits, tinned fish in oil, tins of tomatoes, chick peas, white rice (not microwaveable), long life milk, sugar, tomato puree, breakfast cereals, table salt, cooking oil, shampoo, shower gel and unopened toiletries If you feel able to support this project, donations may be left on the tables at the entrance to our churches and at our school.

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A Liturgy Day for Readers

This is an opportunity for those who proclaim the Scriptures at Mass to look at the background of why we are going to be using a new translation of the Scriptures at Mass. It will take place on Friday, 15th November, 2024 at St. Aloysius, Hebburn from 10.30am – 3:30pm. If you would like to attend, please contact the parish office at felling.stpatrick@rcdhn.org.uk. Other dates and locations may be found here Liturgy & Prayer – Diocese of Hexham & Newcastle (diocesehn.org.uk) (Please note the booking fee of £15 per person will be paid for by the Parish).

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Are you new to our Parishes?

If you have recently moved into Bill Quay, Felling, Pelaw, Heworth, Windy Nook and the surrounding area you are more than welcome to come along to worship with us in either St. Alban’s Church, Queen Victoria Street, Pelaw or St. Patrick’s Church on the High Street in Felling. Mass times are Saturday evening at 6pm in St. Alban’s and 10am on a Sunday in St. Patrick’s.

If you would like to offer your talents to the parish – and we all have God given talents – then please approach Fr. Patterson or any of our welcomers and provide us with your details. You would also be most welcome to join us for refreshments after Sunday Mass in St. Patrick’s parish centre which is located directly underneath the Church. We look forward to seeing you.

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Please bring your leaf as time is running out

Please remember to return your “leaf” this weekend.

Extra leaves are available from St. Patrick’s and St. Alban’s.

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Gift Aid Scheme

Are you aware that if you are a UK tax payer and make an offering to our church collection you could join the Gift Aid Scheme enabling our parishes to gain an extra 25% of your offering, at no extra cost to you. If you feel you could be a part of the Gift Aid Scheme, please email the Parish Gift Aid Organiser, John Gillum at stpatrick.giftaid@outlook.com for further details or have a word with Fr. Patterson.

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Your offerings are our sole source of income

Although we do not take a collection at Mass by passing round a basket, we do hope you will feel able to make an offering towards the upkeep and running costs of our churches in one of the boxes you will find at the entrances to our churches.  Alternatively you may consider making your offering by Standing Order the details of which are below.

For St. Alban’s: Account name: DHN Pelaw St Alban: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 92010984

For St. Patrick’s: Account name: DHN Felling St Patrick: Sort code: 40-34-18 Account No: 52010453

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Safeguarding

The Parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance and the Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency (CSSA) and Diocesan policies and procedures at all times. Each of our churches has a Parish Safeguarding Representative indicated on the Safeguarding posters displayed  in each church.