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Divine Mercy Sunday at St Barnabas Cathedral MAY 2016

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elebration of Divine Mercy Easter Sunday devotion took place at St Barnabas Cathedral to include the option of walking through the Holy Door as well. The Cathedral was near packed capacity as people entered into the programme led by Cathedral parish priests Fr Neil Peoples and Fr Jonathan Rose. Booklets were on hand for participants to follow -which included 3 o'clock prayer, divine Chaplet Mercy and the Stations of The Cross. The Sacrament of Confession was on offer all day. On completion all were encouraged to enjoy light refreshments in the Cathedral Hall where to the Repository proved to spark much interest with good support from the parishioners. A truly lovely afternoon at the St Barnabas Cathedral.

By Cheryl Broodryk (Photograph by Michael Henchy)

St Mary’s Catholic Church and Derby Anglican Cathedral Unite for Palm Sunday Liturgy

Palm Sunday witnessed a continuation of the close friendship that exists between the Catholic community of St Mary’s and the Cathedral Church of All Saints Derby and the Chapel of St Mary on the Bridge. Everyone gathered in the garden of the Convent of Mercy for the blessing of palms by the Very Rev’d Dr John Davies, Dean of Derby. Fr Tim O’Sullivan read the Gospel account of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, and the Cathedral Choir led us in praising Jesus to the hymn – “All glory, laud and honour, to thee, Redeemer, King.” The procession then moved from the garden to the main door of St Mary’s Church where the sign of peace was exchanged between the communities. This simple but powerful symbol was a reminder that all Christians are called to walk side by side with their brothers

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God is greater than our sins, pope says at general audience The Catholic News. May 2016

The power of God's forgiveness "is greater than our sins," Pope Francis said.

By Junno Arocho Esteves

Christians have "the certainty that he will never abandon us," the pope said at his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square. "If you fall into sin, stand up! When a child falls, what does he do? He raises his hand to his mother or father to help him up," the pope said. "Raise your hand and God will help you; this is the dignity of God's forgiveness."

With tens of thousands of people gathered in St. Peter's Square, the pope reflected on Psalm 51, King David's hymn of repentance after committing adultery with Bathsheba and murdering her husband, Uriah the Hittite. The psalm often is called the "Miserere" from the Latin opening of David's plea, "Have mercy on me, O God." Those who pray the psalm, Pope Francis said, are called to be like David who, despite the gravity of his sins, was genuinely repentant and confident in God's mercy.

"In this prayer, humankind's true need is manifested: The only thing we really need in our lives is to be forgiven, freed from evil and its deadly consequences," the pope said.

While everyone has experiences of sin and hopelessness, the pope encouraged Christians to never forget that "God is greater than our sin." "God is greater than all the sins that we can commit and his love is an ocean in which we immerse ourselves without fear of being overwhelmed," he said. "God's forgiveness means giving us the assurance that he will never abandon us."

In recognising their sins, the pope said, Christians not only seek forgiveness but also celebrate God's justice and holiness. God does not simply wipe away sins like a dry cleaner taking out a stain but completely destroys it "right from the root

without leaving any trace."

The pope told the people in the square that through the grace of God's forgiveness "we become new creatures" with a "new heart, a new spirit and a new life." As forgiven sinners, he added, Christians are called to share this gift with those in need of God's mercy.

"It is beautiful to be forgiven, but in order to be forgiven, one must first forgive," the pope said. "May the Lord grant us, through the intercession of Mary, the mother of mercy, to be witnesses of his forgiveness, which purifies the heart and transforms life."

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A beautiful range of Easter baskets

The Catholic News. May 2016

St Albans Church in Chaddesden, Derby, was full, with children, adults and a beautiful range of Easter baskets, on Holy Saturday morning. They brought their baskets to be blessed by Father Paul Newman and Deacon Juan Carlos Valer. This tradition, which in Poland is called Święconka, brings a number of symbols of the Easter season,

GSChurch Year Of Mercy Lenten Talks

We were pleased to have invited, Catholic Evangelist, Derek Williams, to the Church Of the Good Shepherd for a series of Lenten talks covering thoughtful and inspiring topics deepening our understanding on God's mercy and our response to His appeal. What a merciful Father we all have in heaven if only we seek Him out! The topics included "Entering In", "Encountering God in Contemplation", "The Fear Of The Lord", "The Power Of The Holy Spirit" , " A Journey Sustained by

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including eggs for new life; salt for endurance and permanence; bread as both nourishment and as a reminder of Jesus; and ham as a symbol of joy.

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Rev Dr Juan Carlos Valer

Grace", "Peace" and final topic "Mercy" . The weekly evenings were well attended with lots of positive feedback and requests for many more such teachings. We would like to thank all those who supported this event and hope that Derek Williams future undertakings will be richly blessed.

Cheryl Broodryk

Swieconka: a traditional polish practice of blessing the Easter Breakfast Basket. This took place at the Good Shepherd Church by Canon Philipp Ziomek. Each member of the family has a bite of all the blessed foods after Holy Mass on Easter Sunday. This begins the feasting on salamis, eggs, salads and cakes. The contents of the Easter baskets are symbolic of Our Lord's passion and Resurrection, His generosity and favour.

Julie Blazewicz-Bell

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WHAT’S ON

If there is an event in your parish that you want publicised please email [email protected] April

29 April - 7.00 pm Immaculate Conception & St Norbert, Spalding 30 April Melwood pilgrimage led by Bishop Patrick 30th April 'Without Words... How to preach the Gospel in a Secular World’ is a special day being organised by SPANNED for priests, teachers, catechists and anyone involved in communicating the Gospel to others, to be held in the Mary Forryan Centre, St Peter’s Church, Hinckley on Saturday 30th April from 10.30am until 3.30pm. There is no fee, and please bing a packed lunch For further information or to register, please contact Fr Frank Daly (01455 634443;[email protected]).

May

01 May Beauvale pilgrimage led by Bishop Patrick 07 May - 3.00 pm Mass for Silver Jubilee of Ordination - Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 06 May - 7.00 pm Sacred Heart, Loughborough Confirmation 08 May - 3.00 pm Mass for Neophytes Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 15 May - 11.15 am Confirmation Pentecost, Sunday Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 17 May - 7.00 pm St Hugh of Lincoln, Lincoln Confirmation 19 May - 7.00 pm St Anne, Buxton - Confirmation 20 May - 7.00 pm Ratcliffe College, Leicester - Confirmation 23 May - 7.00 pm Sacred Heart, Mere Road, Leicester Confirmation 24 May - 7.00 pm Ss Peter & Paul, Swadlincote - Confirmation 26 May - 7.00 pm Our Lady of Good Counsel, Eastwood Confirmation

June

03 June - 1.00 pm Mass for Jubilarians Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 04 June - Noon Confirmation for Cotgrave & West Bridgford Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 04 June - Noon St Barnabas’ Cathedral for the Parishes of Cotgrave & West Bridgford 11 June - 11.30 am Ordination of Deacons Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 16 June - 1.00 pm Chapter Mass - Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 18 June - 11.00 am Holy Trinity, Newark - Confirmation 17–19 June Confirmation Candidates Open Retreat. For further information and to book a place, please contact Teresa Clark ([email protected]; 01773 852044). 19 June Walsingham pilgrimage led by Bishop Patrick 20 June - 7.00 pm St Alban, Chaddesden - Confirmation 21 June - 7.00 pm Our Lady of Victories, Lutterworth - Confirmation 24 June - 7.00 pm St Marys, South Wigston - Confirmation

CAFOD putting our faith into action The Catholic News. May 2016

25 June - 2.00 pm Mass for the Commissioning of Catechists - Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 26 June Rodsley pilgrimage led by Bishop Patrick 30 June - 7.00 pm English Martyrs, Alvaston - Confirmation

July

01 July - 7.00 pm Good Shepherd, Arnold - Confirmation 05 July - 7.00 pm St Patrick, Beaumont Leys Lane, Leicester Confirmation 10 July Padley pilgrimage led by Bishop Patrick 11-16 July Lourdespilgrimage led by Bishop Patrick 17 July - 11.15 am St Norbert, Crowle - Confirmation 22 July – 01 Aug World Youth Day. Information regarding next year’s World Youth Day, which will take place in Krakow next summer, is available from Pete Vickers. ([email protected]; 01773 852044).

September

03 Sept - 11.00 am Mass for Chaplains & Volunteers in the Year of Mercy - Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 16 Sept - 7.00 pm St Joseph, Burton Road, Derby Confirmation 23 Sept - 7.00 pm Holy Souls, Scunthorpe - Confirmation 26 Sept - 7.00 pm St Bernadette, Scunthorpe - Confirmation

October

11 Oct - 7.00 pm St Philip Neri, Mansfield - Confirmation 15-16 October The Balm of Mercy is the title of a musical for the Year of Mercy, especially written at Bishop Patrick's request. It will feature words to the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber and dancing to the music of Riverdance, and will be performed on the weekend of 15th & 16th October at St Peter’s Church, Hinckley by the 'Mother Mary' choir and SPANNED. If any singers and young people who can dance would like to be involved, rehearsals start in Hinckley on Sunday 8th May at 2.30 pm. Please contact Fr.Frank Daly (01455 634443;[email protected]) if you are interested. The production team is also looking for sponsors and advertisers. 14 Oct - 7.00 pm Our Lady of Good Counsel, Rushey Mead, Leicester - Confirmation 22 Oct - 11.30 am Mass for Altar Servers - Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 28 Oct - 7.00 pm St Thomas More, Knighton Road, Leicester Confirmation 29 Oct - 11.30 am Mass for the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre - Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick

November

03 Nov - 1.00 pm Chapter Mass - Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 07 Nov - 1.00 pm Mass for Deceased Clergy & Religious - Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 09 Nov - 1.00 pm Mass for Directors of Lourdes Pilgrimages Episcopal Celebrations in St Barnabas’ Cathedral led by Bishop Patrick 27 Nov - 2.30 pm St George & All Soldier Saints, Old Normanton, Derby - Confirmation

We know that providing clean water, nutritious food and decent healthcare is vital to help people escape poverty and live with dignity. But access to electricity? Why is this so important?

Look closely and it starts to make sense. Electric pumps can purify water for drinking and irrigate land to grow food. Schools and clinics need heating and lighting and energy to refrigerate vaccines and cook food. Yet one in five people around the world still don’t have access to the electricity they need and are being left behind.

Gabriel, 37, and his family live in Shambani, a small rural Kenyan village, where the blistering heat and increasingly unreliable rains make it hard for families to make a living from the animals they keep. “I didn’t go to school,” he remembers. “When I was growing up, education wasn’t a priority. But these days, it’s important to give your kids an education so they can look after themselves and not struggle the way I have.”

CAFOD’s partner, Caritas Isiolo, have installed solar panels on the school roof which transform the bright Kenyan sunshine into electric light. There’s no ongoing cost, no need for mains electricity and the school can maintain the panels itself. Gabriel, and people like him, need access to energy to educate their children, run businesses and earn a living, and to cook food without using fuel that is damaging to their health. Renewable sources of energy, as well as being the most affordable option for communities who don’t have access to modern energy services, have the added benefit of not contributing to damaging climate change. This is important, because we know that climate change hits the world’s poorest people the hardest and in 2015, governments around the world committed to cutting the carbon emissions which cause climate change.

You played a big part in their decision: you marched, prayed, wrote letters, sent emails and turned up on your MPs’ doorsteps. Your pressure helped bring about a new global deal to tackle climate change, agreed by governments in Paris in December last year.

The Paris agreement means that richer countries, who have contributed most to the problem, must lead the way in moving away from burning polluting fossil fuels towards using renewable forms of energy. They must also support developing countries, who have done the least to cause climate change but who disproportionately suffer its effects to tackle climate change and to develop their energy services in a way that does not lock them in to using outdated fossil fuel systems that the rest of the world is moving away from. In 2015, you showed how much you care about people who are being hurt by climate change. And in 2016 there are ways you can continue to show your support.

Countries, communities and companies around the world and here in England and Wales are all moving away from fossil fuels and towards renewable energy – and you can join them. CAFOD representative in the Nottingham diocese, Maggie Mairura, said: “At CAFOD we are putting our faith into action by ensuring as many people as possible have access to the basic right of safe and affordable electricity. Climate change hits the world’s poorest the hardest and it is our responsibility to stand in solidarity with people like Gabriel, for whom renewable solutions present the only opportunity to access reliable, affordable and life-changing energy.”

Not yet switched to renewable energy at home? It’s quick, easy, helps care for creation and raises money for CAFOD’s work overseas. Find out how here: cafod.org.uk/bigchurchswitch “The climate is a common good, belonging to all and meant for all.” Pope Francis, Laudato Si’ (#23)

Derby Ecumenical Partnership Celebrates the Feast of the Passover The Catholic News. May 2016

On Tuesday of Holy Week members of The Church on Oakwood, a Derby LEP, and St Alban’s Catholic Church came together at St Alban's Parish Centre to celebrate a symbolic Feast of the Passover. Led by Fr Paul Newman and Rev Peter Bates they took the opportunity to attempt to connect with the Jewish roots of the Christian faith. Jesus was a practising Jew and His death and resurrection took place against the background of the joyful feast of the Passover, when the Jewish nation celebrates the liberation of God’s people from slavery in Eygpt. Though for Christians Holy Week recalls the tragic and brutal slaying of Jesus, Fr Paul emphasised it is only by going through this pain and darkness that we are able to celebrate our liberation from sin and the promise and hope of being an Easter people. The candles were lit at the beginning of the meal by Deacon Rosemary Bell, and turns were then taken to read the events

of the Passover story interwoven with the story of Christ’s final few days on earth. Wine was drunk for the traditional Kiddush blessing, and the familiar words from the Mass read, “blessed are you Lord God of all creation, through your goodness we have this wine to drink. Blessed be God forever.” This was followed by everyone taking a sprig of parsley, a sign of new life in Springtime, dipping it in salt water to recall the bitter tears during slavery and eating it. Matzoth, a hard cracker, is a reminder of the bread of affliction that the Jews ate while slaves, as well as the unleavened bread that they were told to bake on the night of the exodus. A piece of radish, a sign of the bitter years during enslavement, reminds Christians of the bitterness of Christ’s passion. Dipping the radish in haroseth, a sweet paste of apple and cinnammon, is a symbol of hope for both Jews and Christians. A lamb bone recalled the final meal eaten by all the Jews before they

left Egypt. For Christians, Jesus is the ‘Lamb of God’ who sacrificed himself for us, enabling us to pass from death to eternal life. The parallels between the Jewish and Christian experiences and beliefs were made clear during the celebration and the formal part of the evening ended with the

traditional Jewish song of praise ‘Dayyenu’ – ‘if only’ – which celebrates how much more God keeps giving to us, beyond our hopes and expectations. The evening ended with chat and nibbles as everyone prepared to celebrate the next milestones of Holy Week."

Fran Wickes

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A Parish Pilgrimage to the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Lincoln 2.00 p.m. Welcome at the West Front 2.30 p.m. Mass of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Celebrant Mgr Tom McGovern 3.45 p.m. Address in the Wren Library 4.30 p.m. Refreshments in the Chapter House 5.30 p.m. Choral Evensong (Vespers) 6.30 p.m. Formal Conclusion Further details accompany this poster Deacon John Wilford, e-mail [email protected] or telephone 01522 800114

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On Saturday 26th March, Bishop Patrick celebrated his first Easter Vigil as Bishop of Nottingham. The Easter Vigil is the culmination of the Holy Week liturgies, and is at the heart of the liturgical year. The Mass began with the blessing of the paschal fire and Paschal Candle outside the Cathedral; following the procession of the Candle into the Cathedral, the Easter Proclamation was chanted.

The Liturgy of the Word recounted God's saving work in his creation and in the Liturgy of Baptism the baptismal water was blessed, and the Bishop baptised fourteen catechumens and received six others into the full communion of the Catholic Church before confirming them. The Vigil culminated with the Liturgy of the Eucharist, celebrating Christ's Resurrection in its fullness.

Father Andrew Cole Private Secretary to the Bishop of Nottingham

The Catholic News. May 2016

Derby Catenians continue their support for the Arusha Project

The Catholic News. May 2016

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Past President, Vince Cundy, of Derby Catenians, presented a cheque to Chris Wilkinson, a student of St. Benedict’s school, Derby. The grant will help him to defray the costs of spending part of his gap year on the Arusha Project in Africa. The presentation was made after mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Succour, Belper, Derbys, in the presence of Parish Priest, Fr. Michael Kirkham and Deacon, Keith Bunyan. The Arusha Project was launched in 2004 by the parishioners of St. Mary’s and Holy Family parishes in Derby. The inspiration was twofold; firstly, there was recognition amongst the parishioners that church membership meant that ‘our neighbours’ included brothers and sisters the world over and, secondly, there was already a link with Arusha Parish, Tanzania, through Sister Ruth Percival, a former pupil of St. Benedict’s school, Derby, who had worked in Tanzania for 20 years as a Medical Missionary of Mary. One of the ways that the Project springs into action is by supporting young people to spend three months, working through the Arusha priests, helping their fellow African students. That help can include teaching English and other subjects as well as practical help painting the school buildings. The personal development of the English students is probably incalculable! The Catenian Association has helped several students from St. Benedict’s school in the past and no doubt will help many more in the future.

Kevin Hurst Derby Catenians Publicity Officer

Study shows Catholic faith helps prisoners avoid reoffending

The Catholic faith is a significant part of prisoners' lives in prisons of all sorts from Young Offender Institutions to High Security prisons and female establishments, new research has revealed, It claims that religion can help cut re-offending rates as it moves offenders to remorse, to have empathy for victims, to focus away from crime and move into a new community.

Seventeen prisons took part and 332 prisoners responded to the survey which was carried out on behalf of the Catholic Bishops Conference of England & Wales by Lemos & Crane.

Social scientist Gerard Lemos explained: "the prisoners surveyed were Catholics who were believers, at least as children, and some as adults. We saw how faith helps prisoners, giving them a sense of community both within prison and with Catholics outside of prison. This is important as prisoners often feel a great disconnection from both the outside community and from others in prison".

The research revealed that the overwhelming majority (88 per cent of respondents) engaged in private prayer. The reasons given for private prayer included strength to cope with prison life; getting closer to God and their faith; a sense of space and calm; feeling more positive; a chance to pray for their families; a sense of belonging and combating loneliness, coming to terms with the past and being forgiven for their wrongdoing.

However, there can be problems escorting prisoners from their cells to chapel, to

meet with chaplains and attend study groups. This is linked to the time that is allowed out of cells and clashes of timetable. One respondent said he "stopped going to Mass because most weekend banged up so when do get out need a shower and phone family." Monsignor Roger Reader, the Catholic Bishops' Prisons Adviser and Her Majesty's Prison Service Catholic Faith Adviser, said: "Through prayer and confession, prisoners reflect on remorse and forgiveness. When they engage with faith groups it reduces reoffending; it strengthens a non-criminal identity which acts as a bulwark against offending again".

94 per cent of prisoners who responded said they trusted the chaplains. The reasons given included their honesty, being friendly and easy to talk to, respecting confidentiality, being non-judgmental and treating prisoners respectfully as well as the spiritual and pastoral support that prisoners reported receiving.

In the words of Mgr Reader: "You do not rehabilitate people by treating them as rubbish!" He also highlighted the important work of faith-based volunteers who go into prisons to talk with prisoners and effectively help them to look at the world in a different way. He said "One young man I know used to walk up and down Oxford Street looking for the CCTV cameras, security men and what he could steal, now he looks in the shop windows to see what he can buy with the money that he earns. Faith gives a different vision of the world."

Pictures show from left to right: Deacon Keith Bunyan, Vince Cundy, Chris Wilkinson and Fr. Michael Kirkham

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SUCCESSFUL Enterprises such as ‘Night Fever’ – which

by Julia Beacroft consists of churches opening their doors to all who wish to enter to pray or light candles – has already proved hugely successful. On a more practical level, some parishes have already organised aid for the homeless by providing food and shelter where required and the T.O.W.N.S. project which took place in Torbay, Devon, during the months of January and February 2016, was enormously successful in helping those who have so little, while we can give so much. Yet again, parish evangelisation teams have been, and are being, organised in many parishes and their mission is to bring faith, hope and love to all those who are in need of it. In other words, to reach out to those who have, for whatever reason, lost sight of the Lord.

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GRATITUDE I know that following Pope Francis’ edict, the New Evangelisation has become a priority for parishes, deaneries and dioceses across the country and that great things are happening in the name of Christ. In my own diocese of Plymouth, Bishop Mark told us to ‘cast the net wide, take a risk and who knows what you might catch?’ It seems to me that already our nets are filling fast and soon we will be in the same boat as the disciples were – our nets will be at breaking point. Therefore in gratitude this Pentecost let us sanctify the eternal work of the Holy Spirit.

FRANKLY SPEAKING

A reminder of suffering in our world today

I am not sure of the origin of the “certainties” in life. Whoever claimed that birth, death and paying taxes cannot be avoided was probably close to the truth. We may not know too much about our birth, we can make plans for our ending, however perhaps this is not always wise, but our taxes seem to be a different matter altogether.

The recent Easter week did not spare us from the plight of Christians in Pakistan. Our brothers and sisters were clearly targeted on Easter Days, at least 29 children were amongst the 70 victims in Lahore. Sadly the tragic deaths of Christians this century continues to grow, they do need our prayers. Meanwhile here in Britain the issue of tax dominated our news agenda. The weekend of Palm Sunday witnessed the resignation of Catholic Minister Iain Duncan-Smith who was Secretary of State for Work and Pensions. The resignation appeared to be a direct result of

the Budget. The former minister was concerned about the cutting of benefits for the disabled and seemed at odds with his cabinet colleagues. Mr Smith had held his post for six years during which time the personal independence payment (PIP) had replaced the disability living allowance. The so called “bedroom tax” and the controversial Universal credit had both, in the opinion of many, hit the poorest. His resignation was a reminder that politics can be cruel and not just for Cabinet Ministers. We surely cannot have a greater contrast between a Government policy of welfare cuts and the tax havens far away from our shores. The “leak” entitled The Panama Papers became a story of allegations concerning vast sums of money in places such as The Caymans and the British Virgin Islands. Tax avoidance or tax evasion are issues that those on benefits do not even dream about, most responsible tax payers stay

within the law. it is difficult to imagine the phrase “we are all in this together” being fairly applied to those who fail to pay their fair share of tax.

The Year of Marcy is now well into the Easter Season and the sad news from Pakistan is a reminder of suffering in our world today. During the next few weeks we will all be able to vote in important elections, the non-payment of taxes may or may not influence the way we vote. We are often asked to pray for candidates in elections and this year we may want to question them more carefully. The summer months are highlighted by Pilgrimages to our great shrines and like those elections this year they seem rather more important with so much uncertainty in our country and beyond our shores.

Frank Goulding Holy Trinity Parish, Newark

Bunnies and eggs

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JOE WALSH TOURS PILGRIMAGES

The Easter competition this year was set by the Knights of St Columba in conjunction with the school, St Joseph’s Academy, Market Harborough. The theme was simply, “The Easter Story”. Each class teacher throughout the school‘s years chose how this should be tackled, to meet the abilities of their class, ranging from early years to year 6. Our youth officer says, “The stories got more elaborate with the age of the class, and year 6 wrote poems, some of which were terrific.” The Knights were privileged to read and judge a wide variety of stories and poems from every child in the school. From all of the entries, a winner and runner up in each class received an Easter egg or a chocolate bunny. Two of the poems from the Y6. Winners are included here and a photograph of all those who were the lucky winners.

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Feed, feed The last time they will be together He will be with us forever Feed, feed Pray, pray What have I done? What will come? Pray, pray

Boo! Boo! Who do you choose? Jesus you lose! Boo! Boo! Weep, weep He is gone Time to move on

The procession began at 2.30 pm from St Mary’s Church on Goodliffe Street, Hyson Green, and processed along Alfreton Road and Derby Road before reaching the Cathedral at 5.00 pm, when Bishop Patrick gave Benediction.

Mary Potter was born in 1847, came to Nottingham in 1887 and founded the Little Company of Mary, a group of religious sisters who worked among the poor, the suffering, the sick and the dying in the Hyson Green area of Nottingham. She died in 1913 and was declared ‘venerable’ (an important stage on the journey to being recognized as a saint) in 1988. The

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purpose of the procession is for Christians to walk together and raise awareness of the work of Mary Potter, to celebrate the life of a very important local person, and to pray for her to be recognised as a saint. Like Mother Teresa in Calcutta, she was a heroine of her time and dedicated her life to caring for others. She is an example for us all to follow. But as a religious sister, her strength came from her faith, so this procession is also in the name of Jesus.

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Defending Marriage:

Book Reviews

Twelve Arguments for Sanity By Anthony Esolen. St Benedict Press.

Anthony Esolen, professor of English at Providence College in the US, has written a serious, well-argued reflection on what marriage is traditionally meant to mean, why it matters and how it has been deeply undermined by recent new legislation that seeks to re-define it. His point is that it is not too late to “rebuild among the ruins” of what many western governments have done to marriage in legalising for a completely new form viz. marriage between those of the same sex. Dr Esolen argues that marriage is not simply a romantic relationship between two people (which is what the modern liberal establishment defines it as being); it also brings together two different sets of families, with all their interrelationships, in

the making of a new family. Society has always privileged this unique institution because “it is the family, and not the abstracted, autonomous individual that is the foundation for the community.” He is not afraid to point out what many people realise but refrain from saying aloud: that “the whole of the sexual revolution has been a colossal failure and has wrought untold human misery.” Although a Catholic, the author does not argue his case from a religious perspective but from the standpoint of what human societies require to be healthy and prosperous. Among his closely-reasoned, eloquent arguments in defence of marriage are that the institution is a public

Living Fully 2016 please spread the word ‘In June this year, Bishop Paul Hendricks alongside the Kairos Forum UK and in partnership with the Pontifical Council for Culture, will be coordinating two exciting events in Rome, for the Jubilee Year. These events are creative, international and ecumenical. Our celebratory activities will interweave the Gospel with the lives, stories and experiences of people of all abilities’. 23 June: An academic symposium, Living Fully 2016: Disability, Culture and Faith. 24-26 June: A creative and vibrant conference, Living Fully 2016: Disability, Culture and Faith: A Celebration including a differentiated, parallel programme for people who have been intellectually disabled, enabling them to celebrate and promote their vital place within the Body of Christ. Please do share the news and join us for these events. Information and how to book can be found on www.livingfully2016.com or by calling Cristina Gangemi on 01883372114.

one for the good of society as a whole; that without support from society it is hard enough to make heterosexual marriage flourish, let alone a new, experimental model; that we need to recover the virtues of modesty, self-restraint and purity that in the past were associated with marriage; and that the redefinition of marriage undermines the ancient bond of male friendship. He emphasises that those who are most damaged by fragile adult relationships and divorce are the children. We have to learn to put the interests of children before adult selfishness, which is what happens when we deliberately deprive them of a mother or father, thus damaging their emotional development. Esolen is also stern about divorce which he believes should only be allowed in exceptional circumstances, such as physical or moral danger; he is clear that no-fault divorce, while seemingly a more compassionate response to unhappiness, has been destructive of all those marriages that might be difficult or unsatisfactory but which, in the past,

were loyally maintained for the better security and wellbeing of the children involved.

Analysing the moral chaos of modern relationships Esolen’s book can sound somewhat negative, but it should be read as a warning on how and why western governments and states have taken a wrong path without properly reflecting on the long-term consequences. In arguing for “sanity” the author hopes his book will make ordinary people, not just those of religious faith, recognise that to destroy traditional marriage affects the whole of society in ways they may not have realised; it is a book well worth pondering and debating. Esolen articulates what most people know but cannot formulate: why governments have no business meddling in the ancient institution of marriage between a man and a woman.

Journeying with Jonah: the struggle to find yourself

Denis McBride C.Ss.R. Redemptorist Publications, 2015 ISBN:978-0-85231-438-8 RRP: £9.95 Journeying with Jonah: the struggle to find yourself is about an Old Testament prophet who is recognized by "everybody" but who, in fact, is rarely understood. Fr Denis McBride points out that Jonah is also one of the least likely role models we might ever encounter. This book is a fascinating commentary on the human condition as revealed through the life of a very reluctant hero - which gives it a special relevance to anyone who is both struggling to discern their vocation and afraid of the consequences of saying "yes" to God's call.

Jonah is much more like us than we would ever imagine. He is swallowed up by his eagerness to evade his responsibilities and suffers the inevitable consequences of navel-gazing and ignoring the urgent needs of the people around him. Worried about how other people will see him and afraid of looking foolish, he is "stubbornly centred on himself as the principal actor in the drama, as if somehow he is the architect of his own salvation. Jonah is the persistent grumbler who only agrees to do what God asks because all other options have become unavailable, "the only biblical prophet who needed to be given his assignment twice." In other words, "Jonah is offered to us as an unusual teacher - awkward, reluctant, disobedient, opinionated, fearful, flighty; the one who remained stubborn to the end..."

McBride describes Jonah as "a believer in God", but one who "struggles to come to terms with the awful strangeness of God's choices which do not mirror his own; he grapples to find his true self and purpose in life; he tries to flee from the presence of God, hoping to find a sanctuary for himself beyond God's reach; he is angry when he finds that God is not angry but allmerciful."

Jonah witnesses God's mercy in action, both on his own behalf and towards others and so of Journeying with Jonah: the struggle to find yourself is an ideal offering for the Year of Mercy. In the conclusion, McBride reflects on "God's indiscriminate mercy", posing again the questions about identity, direction and outlook which are as relevant for us today as they were for Jonah, Jesus, the early Church - and ourselves.

Pope Francis recommended that Jonah is "a really interesting figure, especially for these times of great change and uncertainty". Journeying with Jonah offers an excellent opportunity for learning more about the prophet himself and about one's own, personal journey towards God. Journeying with Jonah: the struggle to find yourself is available from Redemptorist Publications.

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CRYPTIC Across 1 Cases I select at random for book (12) 8 Revolved around Yank having little money to change (7) 9 Widespread looting at first during foray (5) 10 Stratagems made by southern section in revolution (5) 11 Have a go at swordplay in Tortuga shows (3,4) 12 Get some idea of Ken hailing van to go to work (4,2,7) 15 Form of acupuncture and Muslim extreme tortures for all to see (7) 17 OK, it's about feeding monsters (5) 19 Wife gets support after baby (5) 20 Still the road goes west, to where there's no activity (7) 21 Call in cards after writ stockist made (5,2,5)

CRYPTIC Down 1 What cohesion is there when everyone's choice is different? (4,2,3,3) 2 Dance and press against Georgia (5) 3 Chasseur, as I anticipated's content being continental type (7) 4 Carol's seen in Rome, in sweet, rejoicing... (2,5,6) 5 ...visit; going about Rome, initially getting lost (5) 6 Foundation contracted, listening to important Turk? (7) 7 Aged's consent dubiously obtained stuff to help the breathing (12) 13 Virginia is around Tyneside tense and most unproductive (7) 14 Direction legend goes – north – is really south in Florida (3,4) 16 Subject of work to get a kind of spasm about (5)

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Across: 1 Ecclesiastes, 8 Centred, 9 Rifle, 10 Traps, 11 Lay into, 12 Have an inkling, 15 Sh 19 Whelp, 20 Inertia, 21 Stick or twist.

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Across: 1 anag, 8 red+cent interchanged, 9 rif(l)e, 10 s+part [rev], 11 hidden word in 'ou 12 anag, 15 Shia+t(-orture)s+U, 17 ye(it[rev])s, 19 W+help, 20 inert+A1 [rev], 21 anag.

Down: 1 anag, 2 con+GA, 3 hidden word in 'ChassEUR AS I Anticipated', 4 double def , 5 homophone of 'Fnd' & pun, 7 anag, 13 VA+i(NE)s+t, 14 Key+West, 16 t(op)ic, 18 Tut+it[r

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Little Lambs Easter Party

The Catholic News. May 2016

Floppy ears and Easter bonnets were the order of the day when 120 babies, toddlers and their carers hopped on down to Little Lambs annual Easter Party at The Good Shepherd Church in Woodthorpe. The group which will celebrate its fifth birthday this May regularly attracts in excess of 80 people each Friday during term-time. For more information on Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/littlelambswoodthorpe/ or Twitter: @littlelambsng5 or contact Rebecca Burke, Group Leader on: 07722 486356.

The 2016 Ratcliffe College Go4SET students

On Tuesday 22nd March 2016, a group of thirteen Year 9 students attended the launch of the science and engineering competition, Go4SET, held in the Pope Building at the University of Nottingham’s City Campus. The 13 science enthusiasts are Dominic Baggott, Jacob Dawe, Tess Duffin, James Howling, Elliot Kelly, Charlotte Langford, Luke Millett, Ben McCahill, Tom Neuberg, Alex Pickering, Edward Smellie, Joseph Summer and Robyn Warwick. The students have now split into two separate teams, chosen

their project theme, and begun their initial discussions. In 10 school weeks’ time, their project will be formally assessed at the Go4SET Celebration and Assessment Day.

By providing a real and live Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) project, Go4SET will raise the pupils’ awareness and highlight the exciting future career opportunities in STEM. Good luck to the students!

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