“God speaks in the silence of the heart. Listening is the beginning of prayer.”
On the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C, we are reminded to make space for God. Serving is good, but we also need to stop and listen. God wants to be with us, not just through our work, but in our quiet moments too. The readings show us both action and listening. Abraham serves the Lord with great care. Mary sits at Jesus’ feet and listens. Martha tries hard to serve, but she misses the quiet moment with Jesus.
Fr. Peter
We welcome the return of Father Peter after a fortnight away. Regretfully, he missed the UK’s attempts to rival, or at least match, weather temperatures with those of Goa!
Today, 20th July, there is a Second Collection for Vincencio, who is representing our parish at World Youth in Rome.
Next Sunday is World Day of Prayer for Grandparents and the Elderly.
Parish Trip to Rome; 8th June 2026. Please sign the list of names at the back of your church if you wish to join the group. The final cost will depend on the number of people going on the trip. Any queries, please contact Peter Brander on p.brander@hotmail.co.uk
Readers at North Walsham If you haven’t already done so, please pick up a revised rota from the church porch. This is important because the new rota starts from today, Sunday (20th July).
Request to those who go to the parish hall after Sunday Mass for tea or coffee. It would be greatly appreciated by those on ‘refreshment’ duty if, before leaving the hall, you could kindly help by stacking your chairs and tables in the area reserved for them. If left they give considerable extra work dealing with these heavy items for those who have provided the refreshments.
Afternoon Cream Tea with Prosecco is being served at Judi’s house in Oulton, near Blickling on Sunday 3rd August from 3-5pm. Tickets cost £10. To book or for further details, please contact Fran Ludden on 07849 602227 or fran.ludden@btinternet.com
The Shrine at Walsingham is looking for a dedicated and organised Sacristan to join their team. This vital role supports the daily liturgical life of the Shrine, ensuring sacred spaces are well-prepared & welcoming for all pilgrims & visitors. For information go to https://www.walsingham.org.uk/2025/06/23/job-advert-sacristan/
Also: Walsingham Hiring Pilgrimage & Shrine Site Lead – the Shrine is currently seeking someone to lead pilgrimage planning for the Catholic National Shrine & Basilica of Our Lady, prioritising support for the Sacred Liturgy. The job holder will also be responsible for overseeing the operations of the Shrine Gift Shop, Tea Room & domestic team and their duties. For more information: go to https://www.walsingham.org.uk/2025/07/03/job-advert-pilgrimage-and-shrine-site-team-lead/
Letter from North Norfolk Foodbank team (this time to North Walsham) in gratitude for our contributions over the past year & pledging to continue helping those in need despite government’s commitment to end food banks. Letter in the church porch.
We pray for our sick parishioners: Matt Butler, Frances Palman, Mary Bell, Celia Cooper, Marie Barton, Margaret Larkins, Maria Halsey, Joan Macnamara, Richard Skelton, Teresa Fitzmaurice, Joan Gale, Bernadette Saunders, Doreen Rockey & daughter
Sandra, Pam Thornton, Mary Long, Malcolm Akers, Frances Mack,
Tony & Amy Heywood and Peter.
We pray for those whose anniversaries occur this week: Frank Diamond, Terence Green, Anthony Russell Randall, Florence Cullingford and Victor Azzaro. May they rest in peace.
