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
http://www.rcdow.org.uk/westgreen
(SJV Parish Centre 020-8888-5518)

19th /20th SEPTEMBER 2015

ORDINARY IME

TWENTY FIFTH SUNDAY IN

Dear Parishioners,
In the first reading today from Wisdom we see how the virtuous person
mocked and ridiculed by the godless person. St. James reminds us that
when those in jealousy, ambition and self-seeking there in disharmony
and wickedness whereas gentleness and mercy lead to peace.
In the gospel, St Mark tells of Jesus second attempt to explain to his
disciples that he is destined to suffer and be betrayed. We saw last week
how Jesus had to speak to Peter: Get behind me, Satan; your way of
thinking is mans way, not Gods So Jesus tries again to explain that he
must suffer but they did not understand what he said and were afraid
to ask. I think they knew very well, but they didnt want to hear the
message!! So they decided to talk and argue about something else: who
was/is the greatest?
They are very embarrassed when Jesus asked them what they were
discussing. They completely ignored the important message that Jesus
was telling them. He then gave the example of real greatness the child
who is trusting, vulnerable and dependent is what real trust in God is
about. It is not about control and authority, but service to others.
REPORT FROM THE PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING, WEDNESDAY
LAST:
On the Agenda we discussed: Proclaim 15, the Finances and fundraising in
the parish; we need to have a Planned Giving Campaign; child protection;
health and Safety; The Verbum Dei Missionary Fraternity planned events;
changes in the Priest Reference forms for Schools applications; the
reviewing of agencies in the Diocese and them worked on our response to
the MIGRANT CRISIS.
We felt we needed to respond to the needs of these people, children,
women and men whom we have seen on our TVs and those we havent
seen. Strangely enough, there were more questions than answers. But we
have begun a process.
- We noted what we are doing already for refugees and needy in our
parish activities.
- We were asking who are the refugees knocking on our door; where have
may come from; how long will they stay; what help can we give? What will
they need? Where will all this leave other migrant and homeless already
in the UK?

- We need to work with all organisations and parishes who are trying to
respond.
- We need to find out immediately what our Borough of Haringey intends
doing, this is being followed up. We would hope to have an open meeting
with representatives from Haringey Council and others, to see how we can
work together.
- What is Caritas Westminster and other agencies in dioceses planning to
do?
- A national Refugee Welcome Board has been set up which provide
practical support and guidance so thats another group to be part of.
- What are the terms and conditions that need to be agreed?
We have made a small start on a long road ahead!!!
Fr. Joe
THANK YOU FOR YOUR
GENEROSITY IN LAST
SUNDAYS COLLECTIONS
CATECHETICAL PROGRAMMES
All the activities take place in the
Parish Hall. Any enquiry please
contact
Sr. Clara:
clarasmfmvd@gmail.com or
07816452215.
FIRST
COMMUNION
PROGRAMME
(Children attending to catholic
schools)
22nd Sep 15 Parents meeting
7:30pm
26th Sep 15 Childrens session
10am
(Children attending non-Catholic
schools)
29th Sep 15 Parents meeting
7:30pm
3rd Oct 15 Childrens session
10am
FIRST
RECONCILIATION
PROGRAMME
(Children attending non-Catholic
schools)
3rd Oct 15 Childrens session
10am

CONFIRMATION PROGRAMME:
Confirmation
interviews
this
Sunday from 10-10.50am and
12noon-1pm
26th Sep 15 First session from
3.30-5.30pm, followed by 6pm
Mass
28th Sep 15 Parents meeting
7:30pm
THE
CELEBRATION
OF
BAPTISM: If you would like to
have your child baptised on the
10th of October or later, the next
sessions will be on the 5th & 19th
October. Please contact Sr. Clara
to book your place on the course.
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION
FOR ADULTS (RCIA): This is for
adults that are interested in
preparing
for
your
First
Communion,
Confirmation
or
Christians of other denomination
or adults who have not been
baptised who would like to be
received in the Catholic Church.
Next Session on the 3rd October
from 3pm, followed by 6pm Mass.

YOUTH
PARISH

ACTIVITIES

IN

THE

YOUNG FRIENDS OF JESUS: It is

a group for children who have
celebrated their 1st Communion
and Reconciliation and are not yet
old enough for Confirmation. We
will meet every Saturday from
10am
to
11:15am.
Through
games, crafts, and other activities,
we will try to deepen our faith.
Everyone is welcome. If you would
like to be part of that group
contact Sr. Clara.
We will start on the 3rd Oct 15 at
10am.
ALTAR SERVERS MEETING: Next
meeting on the 11th October after
11am mass until 1:30pm.
TRAINING FOR NEW ALTAR
SERVERS: if you want to be part
of the Altar servers group there
will be training on the 11th
October after 11am mass, contact
Sr. Clara or Martha.
YOUNG-ADULTS ACTIVITIES
WORLD YOUTH DAY KRAKOW
2016! It is for anyone between
the ages of 16-35. It will be a full
two week pilgrimage, which
includes the Youth Festival week
in the city of Lodz (Days in the
Diocese) and the main World
Youth Day week in the city of
Krakow. The price is 750. If you
are interested in attending please
contact Sr. Clara.
ADULT FORMATION IN THE
PARISH
The
Bible
Timeline
is
a
fascinating study that takes you
on a journey through the entire
Bible. You will go deep into each
period of salvation history and
discover the amazing story woven
throughout all of Scripture. St John

Vianney will begin The Bible

Timeline on Tuesday 6th October at
7:30pm
and
Wednesday
7th
October at 10am in the Parish
Hall. To register for the study write
your name down in the list that is
in the back of the church. Contact
Sr. Clara
PARISH OUTREACH
Sandwich Making
(Preparation): The next Soup
Run at 5pm on Saturday 26th
September Group A.

Volunteer drivers needed

urgently
The homeless we feed also would
appreciate some warm clothing
now that winter is approaching.
(Men)
PARISH SOCIAL AND FUND
RAISING ACTIVITIES
TEAS /COFFEE will be served in
the Jubilee Hall today after the
9am and 11am Masses. All
welcome
VARIETY SHOW: On Sunday 4th
October from 4pm-7pm in the
Parish Hall. Forget about the
other talent shows, you have seen
the rest, now come to the best
Sing Along Songs Recitations
Comedy Acts- Magic and just a fun
time. The Show of the Year
Admission: 5 per Adult; Child 1. If you would like to do a
performance or to get a ticket
contact Mariantha or Barbara.
TRIP TO ST DOMINICS PRIORY
(HAVERSTOCK HILL): we will
leave from SJV on the 23th
September after 9.15am mass.
There we will pray the Rosary in
this Church where there are 15
chapels dedicated to the Rosary.
After this we will have a PICNIC

AT HAMPSTEAD HEATH.
Everyone is welcome, please
contact Sr. Clara
PARISH PILGRIMAGE AND DAY
TRIP
PILGRIMAGE TO THE SHRINE
OF ST JUDE, FAVERSHAM on
Saturday 24th October 2015.
Coach leaves at 10am. Cost 15
per person.
8 - DAY INCLUSIVE
PILGRIMAGE TO GREECE IN
THE FOOTSTEP OF ST PAUL.
From 5th October 12th October
2016: Price per person 988.00. A
deposit of 250.00 to book a
place. Please contact Mariantha
on 02083523405, or Germaine on
07711582620.
POST MARRIAGE COURSE
The Marriage Course offers
couples the opportunity to spend
seven evenings investing in their
relationship in a romantic setting.
All couples are welcome, whether
they have been together for a
short time or a long time, whether
they have a strong relationship or
are struggling in their marriage,
and whether they are committed,
regular churchgoers or far from
the faith.
FANTASTIC ATMOSPHERE +
ROMANTIC MEAL FOR TWO +
PRACTICAL TALKS + COUPLES

MASS & SERVICE TIMES

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

DISCUSION TIMES + NO GROUP

WORK!
For more information please take
a leaflet with more information
about the session. To book a place
contact Sr. Clara
Pastoral Letter: Home Mission
Sunday is celebrated today and
is themed: PROCLAIM Gods
Mercy. On this day we are
encouraged to pray for the work of
THIS WEEK
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in England
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remembering in our
prayers
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especially those whom we know are
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