ST JOHN VIANNEY CHURCH

West Green
4 Vincent Road, London N15 3QH
Parish Office Tel No: 020-8888-5518
E-mail: westgreen@rcdow.org.uk
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Our website: http://stjohnvianneywestgreen.co.uk/
(SJV Parish Centre 020-8888-5518)

30th /31st DECEMBER 2016

Dear Parishioners,

FEAST OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL

On this 1st January 2017, we celebrate the Feast of Mary, Mother of

God. We can begin the New Year well by dedicating the year ahead to the
protection of Mary, our Mother. We can repeat the blessing from the first
reading and perhaps use it often as a prayer for ourselves, our families and all people.
May the Lord bless you and keep you,
May the Lord let his face shine on you and be gracious to you.
May the Lord uncover his face to you and bring you peace.
What is beautiful prayer of blessing! Todays gospel is a continuation of the Christmas
story. Mary is at the centre. St Luke tells us that the shepherds came to the stable; found
Mary, Joseph and the infant Jesus. When they saw the child they repeated what they had
been told about him (by the Angels) As for Mary, she treasured all these things and
pondered them in her heart. Mary listened to the shepherds; they would not have a very
high rating of intelligence by societys standards yet, Mary treasured, pondered and took
seriously their message.
We need to do likewise. We hear the Word of God; we hear the bible stories again and
again we need to ponder, reflect and think and pray deeply for an understanding of Gods
message to us. We can never hear it often enough.
Today, we have a PASTORAL LETTER for Marys Feast. Cardinal Vincent has a lovely
message. He speaks of his own Mum with great affection and intimacy. He speaks of every
mother and her child. This give us a sense of Mary the Mother of God and our mother He
writes: This then is how we best set out into the New Year: with the Spirit of Jesus in our
hearts; with the prayer, Abba Father on our lips; with Mary holding her mantle of protection
and love over us all. Then we shall walk steadily, never losing the poise of grace, and always
confident of who we are in the eyes of our loving Father; precious sons and daughters.
(Copies of the full text available).
A word on Irelands Fittest Family: This is a family contest organised by Irish
Television, RTE. Families of four compete. This year 60 families entered the competition. At
an early stage, 12 families were selected. My nephew, Jim Cummins, his sons Henry and Mark
and daughter, Ciara worked their way into the final. The contests took place in army assault
courses locations and other challenging disciplines. The final was shown on December 18th .
All our family gathered to see who would win out of the last three finalists. Guess what, my
nephew won!! What an evening of celebrations we had. It was just magnificent and
wonderful to be there.
Best wishes,
Fr Joe

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY IN

LAST SUNDAYS COLLECTIONS
CATECHETICAL PROGRAMMES
All the activities take place in the Parish
Hall. Any enquiries please contact
Sr. Devy on 07403 784463
FIRST RECONCILIATION PROGRAMME
2017
For children who received their first
communion in May 2016, application forms
are available at the back of the church.
Session One Saturday 7th January 2017
Parents Meeting, Saturday 7th January
CONFIRMATION PROGRAMME
Next session Theme Five on January 07,
2017 at 3.30pm in the Hume Hall, followed
by participation in our 6pm Mass.
Confirmation Retreat on January 21,
2017 from 11am to 5.30pm in the in
Hume Hall.
SATURDAY MORNING RELIGIOUS
INSTRUCTION
Next session on 14th January at 10am11.15am
(entrance on Vincent Road N15)
Parents Meeting on 14th January at 10am
in Jubilee Hall
Church on 15th January at 11am
FIRST COMMUNION PROGRAMME
Theme Five on 14th January at 10am in
Hume Hall
Parents Meeting on 14th January at 10am
in Jubilee Hall
Church on 15th January at 11am
Communion Celebration: Parents please
note the information letter requesting the
actual date/time of your child/childrens
First Communion Celebration are in
circulation. Please give your choice now, as
it is on a first come first serve basis.
Return to the Presbytery no later than
next Sunday, 22nd January 2017
RCIA RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION
OF ADULTS:
Next session on 14th January 2017 in the
Hume Hall: 4.00-5:45pm - Followed by
6pm Mass.

THE CELEBRATION OF BAPTISM

If you would like to have your child baptised
on the 14th January 17 or later, the next
sessions will be on Monday, 9th & 23rd
January 17.
Please contact the Parish Office to book your
place on the course.
EPIC: A JOURNEY THROUGH CHURCH
HISTORY
The history of our Faith is a fascinating
story of adventure, rebellion, tragedy and
triumph - a story 2,000 years in the making.
This course is a captivating and fast-paced
look at the story of the Catholic Church,
beginning with the lives of the apostles all
the way up to the present day.
Join us either on Tuesdays (7.30-8.00pm)
or Wednesdays (10.00-11.30am) in the
Jubilee Hall.
Sessions will begin on 10th/11th January
2017. Cost: 15 for study materials. To
register or for more information, contact Sr.
Devy on devy.fmvd@gmail.com or 07403
784463.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF THE

SOUL of
The Late Mrs Bornali Shade
Who died recently, we remember her
family in our prayers. Her Funeral Mass
will take place at 9:15am on Tuesday 17th
January here, followed by cremation at
New Southgate Crematorium.
Our sincerely condolence to her family,
especially Matthew and Rekha and friends
May she rest in peace.
The Late Ann Philomena Lehane Mayhew
whose Funeral Service will take place on
Friday 6th January at Enfield Crematorium
at 3pm.
Our sincerely condolence to her family and
friends. May she rest in peace.
PARISH / FUND RAISING ACTIVITY:
TEAS /COFFEE
In the parish hall after (Sun.) 9am and 11are
Masses

FR SAMUELS 7th ANNIVERSARY OF

ORDINATION
The Ghanaian Catholic Association of St John
Vianney with Fr Joe invites all parishioners
to celebrate a Ghanaian themed Mass on
Sunday 8th January at our 11:00am Mass in
celebration of Fr Samuels 7th Year of
Ordination. Please bring along some
food/drinks to share kindly indicate by
putting your name on the list at the back of
the church.
PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA ON 24
THUR 27 APRIL 2017
We will join Cardinal Vincent on the
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Fatima.
3 nights full board accommodation. Parish
Pilgrimage: A full itinerary including a visit
to Lisbon on day of arrival, daily Mass,
2x1/2 day excursions, Price: 530 per
person (excluding transport to and from SJV
Parish), Travel Insurance 26 per person,
Price includes flights with Air Portugal from
London Heathrow.200 Deposit, make
cheque payable to Tangney Tours Ltd.
Booking forms are available, please contact
Germaine on 07711582620.
JUSTICE & PEACE OPEN EVENING AND
SHARING SOCIAL
J&P Commission invites you to their Annual
Open Day here at St. John Vianney Parish
Hall on Wednesday 18th January, starting
with Mass at 6.30 pm; followed by Social
and Sharing event!

PARISH OUTREACH SANDWICH

MAKING (PREPARATION):
The next Soup Run at 4.30pm on Saturday
7th January 2017 Group D.
Come and join us for
THE ST. JOHN VIANNEYS FILM NIGHT
Showing
"Rebecca",
an Alfred Hitchcock mystery film
on Sunday 15th January 2017 at 5pm in
the St. John Vianney Parish Hall Entrance
3.00 Light refreshments will be served
during the intermission.

ST. JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL

STANLEY ROAD, N15 3HD. APPLYING
FOR A PLACE IN ST JOHN VIANNEY
SCHOOL RECEPTION CLASS FOR
SEPTEMBER 2017
If your child was born between 1st Sept 12
and 31st Aug 13 and you wish to make an
application for admission to the Reception
Class for September 2017 you will need to
complete a Haringey on-line form and a St
John Vianney School Supplementary
Information Form (SIF). The deadline for
the on-line Haringey application is Sunday,
15th January 2017. The St John Vianney
School SIF will need to be completed and
returned to the school with the required
documents by 3.30pm on Friday, 13th
January 2017. Application packs are
available from the school office.
Fr Joe and Fr Damian will be signing
references.
ANNUAL MASS IN HONOUR OF OUR LADY
OF LOURDES:
His Eminence the Cardinal invites you to the
Annual Mass in honour of Our Lady of
Lourdes which takes place in Westminster
Cathedral on Saturday 11th February 2017
at 2.00 pm.
The Sacrament of the Sick will be
administered during the Mass by the
bishops and priests. The sick and infirm of
our parish are invited to participate in this
Celebration. If you will be attending in a
wheelchair, please give the following details
to the Parish Office so that the appropriate
space can be reserved in the Cathedral.
Name of person attending in a wheelchair,
Name of person accompanying (if
applicable) and contact details. These
details must be handed to the parish office
by 30th January 2017

With best wishes

for the New Year
from
Fathers Joe, Damian, Samuel,
Sister Devy and Germaine

Entrance Antiphon
Hail, Holy Mother, who gave birth to the King,
who rules heaven and earth for ever.
First reading
Numbers 6:22-27
Psalm 66: 2-3, 5, 6, and 8
O God, be gracious and bless us.
Second reading
Galatians 4:4-7
Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia, alleluia!
At various times in the past
and in various different ways,
God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets;
but in our own time, the last days,
he has spoken to us through his Son.
Alleluia!
Gospel
Luke 2:16-21
Communion Antiphon
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and for
ever.

MASS & SERVICE TIMES

Mass 9:15am
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday,
Friday, Saturday
(Sat.) 6pm;
Sunday: 9:00am and 11:00am
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturday: from 9:45 am 10:15am

PARISH TEAM
Fr. Joe Ryan, Parish Priest
Fr Damian Ryan, Assistant Priest
Sr. Devy Pranadjaja, Parish Sister
Fr Samuel Danso, In Residence
Germaine Ng Ying, Parish Adm/Secretary

THIS WEEK WE PRAY FOR

The repose of the soul:

Bornali Shade
Shamus Kelly
Conceioa Ferreira Vieira
Antonio Ferreira Nunes Maio
Jose Roserio Nunes Olival
RIP
RIP Anniversary:
Virgilio Ramos
Jose Marie Fernandes
Special Intentions:
Pauline Mooney
Frank & Eileen Fox
Birthday:
William Ng Ying
Christmas
Kathy Nyland
Kathy Foley
Names on Donors List
For the sick and those in our parish
Ann Commins, Anne OBrien, Betty Kennedy,
Bridget Mitchell, Boniface Pinto, Catherine &
John OSullivan, Don OSullivan, Greta Lettice,
Iris Brown, Jean Adams, Kathy & John
ORourke, John Mooney, Margaret Kennedy,
Maria DSouza, Marie Dorson, May
Hempenstall, Mary, Nellie OShea, Nelda &
Angelo Catani, Pantaleone Mansi, Pat Phelan,
Patricia Hunt, Pippa Da Cruz, Rita Mongelard,
Sarah Namagambe, Sheila Courtney, Sherry
Arul, Timothy OConnor, Trudy Sinton,
Val Eaves, Yvonne Joseph
Names not listed above, are listed
in our Book of Intentions.

PARISH OFFICE HOURS

Tues to Fri 10am-12noon, 1pm-4pm
To make an appointment
Phone: 0208 888 5518 or email
westgreen@rcdow.org.uk

We cannot guarantee to have anyone available outside

of these hours.