St Joseph’s, Dinnington Parish Priest: Fr. Andy Tel: 01909 562664
Weekend Masses: Sunday 9.30am in church; Saturday 6pm at Blessed William Richardson, Kiveton
Email: andyjgraydon@gmail.com Website: www.stjosephsdinnington.com
EMERGENCY CONTACT: In the event of an emergency where you may specifically require the services of a priest please contact either Monica Carroll (07813 920844) or Anne Marie Carroll (07841 038633)
Week beginning Sunday 4th December 2022
SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT (Year A)
SATURDAY 3rd December 2022
6pm Mass at Blessed William Richardson, Kiveton. (for Sunday)
Readings for the day: Isaiah 30:19-21,23-26; Psalm 146(147):1-6; Matthew 9:35-10:1,5,6-8
(Saint Francis Xavier, Priest)
SUNDAY4th December : SECOND SUNDAY IN ADVENT
9.30am Mass in St. Joseph’s
Readings:
Isaiah 11:1-10; Psalm 71(72):1-2,7-8,12-13,17; Romans 15:4-9; Matthew 3:1-12
MONDAY: 6.45pm Scripture Group in the parish rooms
Isaiah 35:1-10; Psalm 84(85):9-14; Luke 5:17-26
TUESDAY: 11.30am Hour of quiet prayer at Kiveton
7pm Mass in the parish rooms
7.30pm Parish Care Support group meeting in the parish rooms.
Isaiah 40:1-11; Psalm 95(96):1-3,10-13; Matthew 18:12-14
(Saint Nicholas, Bishop)
WEDNESDAY: Community Warm Hub in the afternoon
7pm Reflection Meeting in the parish rooms
Isaiah 40:25-31; Psalm 102(103):1-4,8,10; Matthew 11:28-30
(Saint Ambrose, Bishop, Doctor)
THURSDAY: THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
8.30am Mass in the parish rooms
Community Warm Hub in the afternoon
Genesis 3:9-15,20; Psalm 97(98):1-4; Ephesians 1:3-6,11-12; Luke 1:26-38
FRIDAY: Isaiah 48:17-19; Psalm 1:1-4,6; Matthew 11:16-19;
(Saint Juan Diego Cuauhtlatoatzin);
SATURDAY: OUR LADY OF LORETO
6pm Mass At Blessed William Richardson, Kiveton (for Sunday)
Readings of the Day:
Ecclesiasticus 48:1-4,9-12; Psalm79(80):2-3,15-16,18-19; Matthew 17:10-13
Readings: Next Sunday: 3rd Sunday in Advent
9.30am Mass in church
Readings:
Isaiah 35:1-6,10; Psalm 145(146):6-10;James 5:7-10; Matthew 11:2-11
PARISH PRAYER FOR THE WEEK: We pray for peace on earth: that the leaders of the nations may act with integrity and justice, being always mindful of the common good. Lord, in your mercy.... (Source: CAFOD Weekly prayers of intercession)
NOTICES
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT: Our very own ‘Echoes of Angels’ are hosting a beautiful evening of Carols on Thursday 15th December in Church, followed by mince pies and mulled wine. All welcome. Volunteers for the refreshments would be appreciated.
CHILDREN’S ADVENT SERVICE: St Joseph’s Church Monday December 5th at 2.30 all welcome.
SOCIAL EVENING: Tuesday 20th December in the parish rooms after the evening Mass, shared table. Contact Shauna for any details.
ECHOES OF ANGELS: After numerous requests Echoes of Angels (Siobhan, Anna & Phil) have recorded a Christmas Carols CD, for which we are taking orders.There will be approx 18 tracks and it will be priced at £5. People can contact us to place their orders.
Siobhan Tyler-Morley: 07732 852184;
Anna Bownes-Webster: 07838 390998
We shall require cash on delivery. They should make a nice Christmas gift. Thank you.
FRIENDS OF THE HOLY LAND: This registered charity supports the most needy Christian families in the Holy Land with their daily needs. As our thoughts turn to the manager in Bethlehem this Christmas, please remember the descendants of those who witnessed Christ’s birth and consider a donation to their Christmas Appeal which you can read about on their website .
Alternatively, to make a donation you can also call their office on 01926 512980
THE UNIVERSE CATHOLIC WEEKLY: Is true to its mission of being “a light to guide the world, and a mirror to reflect it” Keeping Catholics informed about their faith, and bringing them ever closer to God. In order to keep our high standard going and maintain a strong weekly Catholic voice at a time when it is much needed in the world, please consider taking out a subscription.We have an excellent website full of trustworthy articles and an online shop with all subscribers receiving a 10% discount.Order your Digital 4 weeks FREE introductory offer by calling Michelle on 0743 661 7650 or email: michelle.jones@universecatholicweekly.co.uk We invite you to submit articles/news and celebrations about your local parish activities Please see link below for this week’s Universe Catholic Weekly. https://universecatholicweekly.co.uk/universe-weekly-newsletters/november-2022/UNIVERSE-25-NOVEMBER-2022.pdf
MARY’S MEALS – Double the Love : From 1 November 2022 to 31 January 2023, donations made to Mary’s Meals will be doubled by a group of generous supporters, up to £1.5million. Today, we face some of our greatest challenges yet in a world devastated by conflict, food insecurity and the cost of living crisis, which we know is affecting people here in the UK as well as in the countries where we work. With Double the Love, your donation will be matched and your kindness will go even further – meaning we can reach even more desperately hungry children with a life-changing school meal. There are many ways to get involved, find out more at marysmeals.org.uk
ADVENT FOOD COLLECTION: Food donations for St Wilfrid’s will be collected throughout Advent. Please bring your donations to Church. Thank you.
LIVE SIMPLY CAMPAIGN DECEMBER: Have Yourself a Simple Christmas - See leaflet in Church and on the parish website.
CONFIRMATION: Anyone interested in Confirmation beginning in February next year, please contact Anne-Marie Carroll 07841038633 or Alison Bergomi 07977341619
THE POPE’S INTENTIONS FOR DECEMBER: Volunteer Not-for-profit Organisations We pray that volunteer non-profit organisations committed to human development find people dedicated to the common good and ceaselessly seek out new paths to international cooperation.
PLEASE REMEMBER OUR SICK: George Blow & his Grandma, Christopher Browne, Eileen Butterfield, Jim Chandler, Peggy Cummins, Betty Delaney, Gillian Gee, Robert Hume, Sophie Hughes, Des Jenkinson, Owen Jenkinson; Sheila Kobyluch; Ged Krotki, Kumba, Isabel Main-Reade, Haylen Markillie, Charlie Massarella, Izabella O’Rourke, John Parker, Emma Pearson (Glen’s daughter), Sandra Sherratt, Olive Stafford, Robert Stock, Pat Vickers, Claire Watt, Teresa Williams and Michel
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Hallam diocese:
Wanted: Choral Director for Hallam diocese schools singing programme. This is a new post, part-time, 21 hours per week during term time, working with a group of primary schools. See advert on Hallam Diocese Website. For more details, contact Alan Dewhurst on adewhurst@hallam-diocese.com . Closing date for applications Monday 12 December.