St. Teresa of the Child Jesus

Thank You for Praying for the Sick

2/7/2020

We pray for all elderly people; especially those who are ill or housebound. Our prayers and spiritual support reaches those in hospital, those receiving treatment for cancer, for those who must still self-isolate and for all victims of Coronavirus around the world.
Please continue to keep in your prayers, Maureen Smith, Irene Ward, Jean Lue, Ruba Santiapillai, Baby Alexander Lynch, Joseph Lunn, Erika Geddes, Barry Falcon, Denise Waaldjk, Lena McBride and Valerie Somerset.

We Remember Them

2/7/2020

Lord Jesus Christ, by your own three days in the tomb you hallowed the graves of all who believe in you and so made the grave a sign of hope that promises Resurrection, even as it claims our mortal bodies.
Grant that our brothers and sisters, especially those we are remembering in these days, may sleep in peace until you awaken them to Eternal Glory - for You are the Resurrection and the Life. You are our Saviour.

Mrs. Violet Wood R.I.P. – Funeral 16th July at 10a.m. Mass

2/7/2020

Saints of God come to her aid!
Come to meet her, angels of the Lord!
May Christ who called you, Violet Wood, take you to himself;
May angels lead you to Abraham’s side.
Grant her eternal rest, O Lord, may your light shine upon her forever.
We offer Violet’s husband Ivan, their three children and her grandchildren our love and blessing as they journey towards her funeral.

HOLY MASS

2/7/2020

These are some of the main points to note:
Sacred Vessels will be purified and washed by the parish priest after Mass. This reduces the risk and need to have sacristans and Eucharistic ministers in the sacristy.
No singing of hymns and no musicians at this time. SORRY!
Entrance and recessional processions are omitted. There will be a simple entrance by the priest.
There will be only one lector and one reading.
No Altar Servers so as to minimise the risk of exposure and to properly maintain physical distancing at all times.
The chalice, paten, ciborium, cruets and lavabo will be on a small table beside the altar.
Your parish priest will not be wearing a mask during the Liturgy of the Eucharist; therefore, all ciboria will be covered at all times. He will wear a visor if and when he distributes Holy Communion.
No presentation of gifts will be made.

No collection is taken up during the Mass. Instead, bins/baskets will be at strategic points for the faithful to make their offerings at the end of Mass. Secure vigilance will be in place over the donations.
There is no Sign of Peace.
There will be no Holy Water in fonts.
All hymnals, missalettes, pew cards, pencils, donation envelopes and other loose items will be removed.
Newsletters are only available on-line at the parish website.
Regarding the Distribution of Holy Communion:
The individual attestation at the distribution of Holy Communion (“The Body of Christ, R:Amen) is eliminated. Instead, one general announcement (“The Body of Christ”) will be made by the parish priest, and one general response (“Amen”) is to be made by one and all before distribution begins. Then each person who wishes to receive the Blessed Sacrament comes forward in procession at a safe distance and receives in silence.
The Precious Blood will not be distributed at this time.
Holy Communion may only be received in the hand.
For the common good, our Bishops around the world acknowledge that Communion on the tongue is the right of the faithful, ask you please receive ONLY in the hand until further notice. Thank you for your understanding and support.
When needed, Ministers of the Eucharist may be invited to officiate at Holy Communion time. If called upon, Ministers of Holy Communion must sanitise their hands immediately after receiving Communion BEFORE distributing Holy Communion to the faithful. They must also sanitise their hands immediately after distribution.
Should you have any questions regarding this information please reply by email: morden@rcaos.org.uk or call our parish number: 020 8648 4113
Read here or download Archbishop John Wilson’s Pastoral Letter - Concerning the Reopening of Catholic Churches for Prayer and Services

SAFETY

2/7/2020

Physical distancing of 6 feet or 2 meters is in place at all times and in all directions between people who are not of the same household.
You will be led by a team member to your seat – please do not move or swap seats.
Reminder – Volunteers and ALL members of the congregation should use the Medical Guidelines that have been issued before attending Mass. If you have ANY symptoms, such as a cough, fever, shortness of breath, runny nose or sore throat, please stay at home.
All team members, welcomers and participants – please wear your own personal shield or mask,
All who attend must observe proper hand hygiene from the point of entry, whilst inside and upon exiting the church.
Hand sanitising stations are available by the doors of the church.
Hand washing with soap and hot water for at least 20 seconds (say a prayer) is also strongly encouraged before arriving for Holy Mass.

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