“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Today, the One, Holy, Apostolic, and Catholic Church celebrates two famous icons of faith, Ss. Peter and Paul. We celebrate the Solemnity of the princes of the apostles and the pillars of the church. What we celebrate today is faithfulness, courage, humility, and missionary zeal. These are the qualities that characterized these two iconic figures. May Saints Peter and Paul renew our eagerness to serve Lord Jesus truly, faithfully and courageously despite whatever challenges that may come our way even if it means having to die for His sake.
Fr. Peter
This weekend there is a 2nd collection for Peter’s Pence.
Our Annual Parish Meeting (AGM) takes place on Thursday 17th July at 7pm in the parish hall. This is an opportunity for our three communities, not only to hear of the latest plans and activities for the parish but to socialise, enjoy a meal together as we have done in the past.
It always proves to be an enjoyable and interesting evening so please note it in your diary and sign the list of those attending that is now in the back of your church. Do come and join us; please let us know by Sunday 6th July. Just a reminder: Aylsham are to provide the main course, N Walsham will provide the desserts.
‘International Bring & Share Meal’ takes place on Sunday 6th July. in the parish hall and grounds of the Sacred Heart Church after the Sunday Mass. It promises to be a day of culinary surprises!
The next St Helen’s Coffee Morning will be on Wednesday 2nd July at 10.30 am. Do please bring your friends and pop in for a chat over a cuppa and home-made bakes. You are all most welcome
Parish Trip to Rome
We are planning a pilgrimage to Rome on 8th June 2026. If you are interested in joining the group, please enter your name and contact email address or phone number on the sheet at the back of your church. 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
This is the Jubilee Year of the Diocese – 50 years, and there is a working committee to co-ordinate events. It has been suggested that each parish have one representative. Anyone who feels they would like to take on this role, or to know more about it, please contact Fr Peter or Fran Ludden.
Advanced Notice: CAFOD Walk, Saturday 12th July, Reepham area. More details to come.
“Hamish MacQueen Live in Concert!” – 19th July 2025 at the Narthex, St John the Baptist Cathedral. Hamish, director of Youth Service, is doing a special gig, sharing about his life and faith through songs he has written over the past 30 years. All ages welcome. Profits will go towards helping young people go on pilgrimage and training young leaders. See www.hamishmacqueen.live for more information. Tickets are expected to sell out fast.
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: Francesco Caffarelli, Kathleen Ives, Nancy Flatley, James Metcalf, Patricia Bolton, Selma (Karen) Mortimer, Ellen McKeown, Martin Wood, Pauline Watson and Doris McGee.
May they rest in peace.
