I wish to thank everyone who made the celebration of my 25th Anniversary of Priestly Ordination such a joyful and faith-filled occasion. I thank Bishop Emeritus, Alan Hopes for attending the Mass and preaching an outstanding sermon, and I am so very thankful for his powerful , humbling words. I was honoured by the presence of my brother priests who concelebrated the Mass and grateful for their ministry, support, fraternity and friendship. They are a great gift in my life, and I am deeply thankful for them.
What a wonderful way to celebrate my Silver Jubilee making it a great parish event! I was overwhelmed by the way everything was organized and carried out. I cannot thank you enough but from the bottom of my heart, I thank each one of you for expressing your love, support and care. I thank our coordinating team and all those who collaborated with them. Without mentioning anyone’s name, I once again say thank you and especially to those who have worked behind the scenes.
So many parishioners are so generous and kind in remembering my Silver Jubilee of Priesthood. I am grateful for their support, the generous gifts, and the promise of prayers of so many people. Your kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated, and I am sincerely thankful. God has given me a great gift in his priesthood. It is a unique and profound grace that allows me to know, love, and serve Him and His people in the sacred ministry of Jesus Christ, the High Priest. For this extraordinary gift of twenty-five years of priestly ministry, I am grateful to God.
St. John Paul the Great once said: “Remember the past with gratitude. Live the present with enthusiasm. Look forward to the future with confidence.” As I look back on twenty-five years of priestly ministry, I am full of gratitude for all the gifts God has bestowed upon me. As I continue to live my priestly vocation, even after twenty-five years, I am full of enthusiasm to serve God and His people in the Church. And as I look forward to the years ahead, I am indeed full of confidence for the future. God is very good.
Father Peter
Parish Hall The Hall is now fully open, and Parishioners are very welcome to use it for private events, e.g. birthdays, anniversary parties etc. Saturdays are reserved exclusively for use by the Parish and its parishioners. The Parish Hall page on this website will shortly be updated. We welcome enquiries and bookings in person (after 11am Mass on Sundays) or by text, email or telephone at any other time. Art & Geraldine Williams: Tel 07931 891278 Email: artfwilliams@outlook.com (These last details will remain in the newsletter).
The Annual Children’s Pilgrimage to Walsingham is on Tuesday 28th May, when our children from Faithful Flames will be travelling by coach, leaving the Sacred Heart Church (North Walsham) at 9am prompt. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before that time.
Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) next meets on Tuesday 4th June at St Helen’s Church, Hoveton at 7.15 for 7.30pm start. Parishioners with matters they would like to raise, please speak to one of your church representatives. Details on church noticeboards.
We pray for our sick parishioners: Matt Butler, Frances Palman, Mary Bell, Paul Watson, Cyril Shenton, Patricia Newton, Celia Cooper, Marie Barton, Robert Buhagiar, Margaret Larkins, Daphne Necchi, Bert Pooler, Maria Halsey, Joan Macnamara, Richard Skelton, Teresa Fitzmaurice, Joan Gale, Bernadette Saunders and also include those not named but who are sick and the families caring for them.
We pray for Patrick Butler who died on Ascension Day morning and we remember in prayer Sylvia, his wife, and their family. We pray also for Anthony Maurice Drohan who recently died.
We pray for those whose anniversaries occur this week: Jean Graydon-Carter, Mary Sparks, Winifred (Win) Armes, Elizabeth (Rosemary) Walmsley, Teresa Gray, Christopher Smith, Carmell Larter, Thomasina Hopkins, Brenda White and Glory Hogan.
May they rest in peace.
