The 1st Scrutiny takes place next week at the 5.30pm Vigil Mass.
The Scrutinies are a series of rites for adults who wish to be baptised. They are celebrated in the third, fourth, and fifth weeks of the Lenten season. This is considered a period of purification and enlightenment for the elect. There are prayers of exorcism which are intended to help purify the elect from sin and sinful desires. The overall prayers and laying on of hands are to help the elect be enlightened by the Word and grace of God. Please pray for all those who are to be received into the Church and receive the Sacraments this Easter. The 1st Scrutiny takes place next week at the 5.30pm Vigil Mass. Lent has started but have you thought about how you’ll practice fasting, almsgiving and prayer? We’re excited to tell you…you can do all three with the Big Lent Walk! Over the 40 days, you can walk where and when you like. Pray, give up your time and raise money for life-saving water. Why not join the special Lent challenge today. Sign up for the Big Lent Walk. Or team up with others in St. Teresa’s Parish. Visit our Just Giving page.
The distressing majesty of the cross. Archbishop John is calling on all in the Archdiocese to join him in prayer and contemplation before the crucified Lord during Lent. Archbishop John said: "I want us to do more than stumble on our Lenten journey. I want us, together, to really contemplate and meditate on the distressing majesty of the cross so that we really can take in what it means for us and our relationship with our God, the Lord Jesus Christ". This Lent, we are supporting CAFOD by taking part in the Lenten Walk Challenge. CAFOD is inviting us to walk 200km over the 40 days of Lent (that’s just 5km a day!) to raise funds to help communities around the world overcome poverty and build brighter futures. Walking during Lent is a wonderful way to:
This Lent, live out the Gospel call to love your neighbour. By fasting and giving what you save, you join in Christ’s compassion and help another family put food on the table.
Your donation can help families around the world grow food in difficult conditions – such as on flood-resistant floating gardens or using solar-powered water pumps in times of drought. Collect a CAFOD envelope to bless others with your support, donate online at cafod.org.uk/envelope or call 0303 303 3030. Text CAFODLENT to 70085 to donate £10. |
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