Reflection
It can happen that we lose interest in people and even become blind to their strengths, when we discover their limitations. During his passion, Jesus discovered the limitations of Peter, yet he didn’t write him off. He continued to believe in him and in time he came good. Like Peter we are weak human beings who are inconstant in our beliefs. We need someone who understands our weaknesses, who realises that it may take time for us to overcome them and who doesn’t write us off because we don’t produce the goods at once.
First Communions
Starting next Sunday, 11th May, our children will be making their First Holy Communion during the Sundays in May and on some of the Saturday nights.
Please say a prayer for them and their families.
Parish Development Strategy
There are some leaflets at the back of church with information about Implementing the Pastoral Plan.
Please take one.
Funerals
Funeral 1
The funeral service for Patricia Cain will take place here in St James’ on Wednesday 7th May at 11.30am. Please remember Patricia and her family in your prayers.
Funeral 2
The funeral Mass for Mary Hibbard will take place here in St James’ on Friday 9th May at 12 noon. Please pray for the repose of Mary’s soul and the comfort of her family.