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Today’s Bible Readings
In the Old Testament Reading Moses has led the people of Israel out of their slavery in Egypt, and now God is making his covenant with them at Mount Sinai. If they obey God’s voice and keep his covenant, he promises them that they will be his treasured possession, a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.
In the Second Reading St Paul tells the Christians of Rome that God shows his love for us by Christ’s dying for us while we were still sinners. We were reconciled to God by the death of his Son.
In the Gospel Jesus has compassion for the crowds, because they were harassed and dejected, like sheep without a shepherd. He therefore sends out as Apostles his twelve disciples, to go to these lost sheep and announce to them the coming of God’s kingdom, bringing healing to the sick, raising the dead, and casting out demons.
Times of Mass and Devotions for the Week beginning Sunday 14th June 26
Saturday 9.30 am Mass
Immaculate Heart of Mary 6.00 pm Mass followed by Confessions
Sunday 14th June 8.30 am Mass
11th Sunday of the Year 10.00 am First Communion Mass
11.30 am Solemn Mass followed by Confessions
6.30 pm Mass
Monday 6.00pm Mass followed by Adoration& Benediction
feria-11th week, Yr 2 until 7.00 pm
Tuesday 6.00 pm Mass followed by Rosary
St Richard of Chichester
Wednesday 6.00pm Mass
feria
Thursday 9.00 am Mass followed by Rosary
feria
Friday 9.00 am Mass followed by Divine Mercy Prayers
St Romuald
Saturday 9.30 am Mass
St Alban 6.00 pm Mass followed by Confessions
Sunday 21st June 8.30 am Mass
12th Sunday of the Year 10.00 am First Communion Mass
11.30 am Solemn Mass followed by Confessions
6.30 pm Mass
Announcements This Week
IMPORTANT: Please note that our permanent phone number is: 020 7603 0814
Music at 11.30 am Solemn Mass Today: Casini, G - Missa III
Motet: Tchaikovsky - Holy, Holy, Holy
Music at 10.00 am Family Mass: There is now a button on the parish website, which allows parishioners to listen to and practice the Sunday hymns ahead of time.
A First Communion Mass will be celebrated at 10.00 am today.
Next Sunday, 21st June, the 11.30 am Solemn Mass will be a Thanksgiving Mass for all our First Holy Communion children of the last few weeks and their families. The Mass will conclude with a brief period of Adoration and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. Afterwards there will be a party in the Parish Centre for the First Communion children.
June is the Month of Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Gifts of flowers for our Shrine of the Sacred Heart will be welcomed.
Explorers Group – For those adults interested in becoming a Catholic. There will be a group in May and June that will be an opportunity to discuss, ask questions and explore the possibility of becoming a Catholic. The remaining dates for this group are; 17th and 24th June (all Wednesdays). The sessions start at 7pm and will last about an hour. Please email or speak to Therese if you plan to attend. Her email address is: brookgreencat@rcdow.org.uk
Opportunity for Teenagers. For all young people aged 14 to 18, you are invited to attend youth events that are happening in this parish. These events are for those who have been confirmed recently and other teenagers who would be interested in attending. These events are:
1. Monday 8th June - Walking Pilgrimage along the Thames ending at the church for adoration and food in the Parish Centre. This will start at 6pm and end at 9.30pm. Parents also invited.
2. Saturday 27th June - Film, music and BBQ in the Parish Centre, 1pm - 6pm.
3. Sunday 28th June - Youth Mass 6.30pm followed by celebration in the Parish Centre ending at between 9 and 9.30pm.
To attend all or some of these events, please sign up with the online form by scanning the QR code or following the link. https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/MU2yVi9zSY?origin=lprLink
Inclusive Masses, open to everyone, with a particular welcome for children and adults with intellectual or physical disabilities, their families and friends, are regularly organised by Caritas St Joseph’s, the diocesan agency whose mission is to support individuals with learning disabilities, their families and friends. There is one more such Mass: Saturday 27th June, at 2.00 pm, at Holy Cross, Parsons Green, which is in our own Deanery of Hammersmith & Fulham. Please note that here at Holy Trinity we have a Special Needs Catechist for sacramental preparation, who can be contacted via Therese our Catechetical Co-ordinator.
Cash in the Attic? A fun event in the parish centre on Friday 3rd July 11am-3pm.
Bring along your items (old or new!) for the expert valuation team to evaluate. This is a free service and they are always happy to purchase these items if you are looking to sell, but this is entirely up to you! There is no obligation to do so. See poster in the porch.
Two new Contactless machines: Our new contactless machines in the porch are now ready to process your donations .Please use the gift aid facility if you are a tax payer as we will then receive an additional 25p for every £1 you donate at no extra cost to you. Simply follow the instructions on the tablet.
Pope Leo and A.I. The Holy Father recently published his first Encyclical letter, Magnifica Humanitas, on the Human Person in this time of Artificial Intelligence. Rome has produced resources to support personal reading, and group reflection and discussion, and related activities for children and young people. https://www.humandevelopment.va/en/magnifica-humanitas/risorse/kit-pastorale.html
These could provide the basis for a series of parish discussion meetings, once a week for five weeks in the autumn. Let the parish office know if you would be interested in taking part in such a group.
There will be a Collection of Non-Perishable Foodstuffs for the Hammersmith and Fulham Foodbank on Sunday 12th July. Please bring your gift with you to Mass that weekend, (no later than Sunday 6.30 pm,) and place it in the Foodbank box in the porch. Biscuits are especially needed.
‘Arise’ A newly published book on the resurrection has emerged from our Parish! Based on a 50 Day Journey into the Mystery of the Resurrection, newly published by Sophia Press and written by one of our parishioners. The cost of the book is £15 and those who would like to purchase it can obtain a copy from the parish office.
Holy Trinity Cine Club: for children in Year 7 to Year 9, and Year 10 to 12 on a Friday evening once a month. Quality ‘surprise’ movie followed by discussion and pizza. All are welcome, suggested donation of £5 towards running costs. Contact cineclubbg@gmail.com. See poster in the church porch.
Need a gift for someone who has everything? Why not book a Mass for their intentions? Masses can be booked in the parish office where you will also receive a beautiful card. Recommended donation £10.
Major Repairs to the stonework of the Tower and Spire of the Church are urgently needed. Protective scaffolding has been erected and a detailed programme of the works required is being drawn up.
Two new illustrated booklets are available as a kind of guide to our Church building here at Holy Trinity: 'The Stained Glass Windows of the Church', and 'The Church Carvings and Paintings.' Researched and written by our parishioner Christopher Road, augmenting the Parish History he has also written: 'Little Rome – The Story of Holy Trinity Brook Green'. The booklets are £5 each, and the Parish History is £12.50. They can be purchased during office hours from the Parish Office. You can also purchase a PDF version of the two booklets by emailing the parish office.
SACRAMENTS
Preparation for the Sacrament of Baptism: If you have a child for Baptism under 5 years old please email us for an application form. You will be contacted once the form has been received. A copy of one of the Catholic parents’ baptism certificate will be required. Baptisms can only take place on Saturdays at 11am.