Cathedral Church of St Marie, Sheffield Everyone Welcome

Cycle A – 31st August to 6th September 2008

Today’s readings show different ways of loving God. Jeremiah is almost grudging. His words today seem more like a moan than a declaration of love and he suffered greatly because of the unpopular prophecies he spoke.
Paul’s letter warns the Romans to change their ways and live according to their new faith by turning away from the ways of the world. This call to change is fundamental in really living God’s love.
And Christ takes this one stage further in today’s Gospel. His self-giving is total in offering his body on the cross for us, and he goes into this terrible fate with open eyes, preventing his friends from stopping him. This has implications for his followers. He makes clear that it is only by complete self-giving, even if that includes accepting a great deal of suffering, that we will eventually gain life in God. We may feel like we have to give up everything for God, but paradoxically we will actually gain everything.

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Note from the 'editor'

Thank you for your patience over the summer. The newsletter is back!

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CAFOD - Relief to Ethiopia 6th / 7th September
In a country already suffering from previous droughts and famine, signs of another famine are beginning to appear in Ethiopia. CAFOD is asking us to help the people with our generosity and prayer. A special collection will be taken at all Masses on 6th & 7th September in support of CAFOD’s work.

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Apostleship of Prayer
The September leaflets are available at the back of the Cathedral. Please do take one with you and follow the ‘prayer programme’ introduced to us by Fr Michael Beatty.

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The International Group at St Marie’s Cathedral - Tuesday 2nd September
This is a group of people from all over the world; from different cultures & different walks of life who meet regularly with the aim to make friends, to socialise together and discuss spiritual topics. The next meeting will be at 7.30pm in the Parish Room. New members are welcome all the time.

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Hallam Ascent - Wednesday 3rd September
The next meeting will take place at Highbury Convent from 1.45pm and will include the Review of the Year.

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Youth 2000 - Wednesday 3rd September
A fortnightly Eucharistic Adoration prayer meeting at St Maries Cathedral for young adults. The meeting will consist of praise and worship and praying the rosary before the Blessed Sacrament. After the meeting we’ll head off for a drink and conversation in a nearby pub! Any queries or questions please contact Helen Burke at burkey_rc@hotmail.com

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Irish Night - Friday 5th September
Parklands Social Club, Wheatley Hall Road Doncaster 8pm. Featuring Curtis Magee the “Little Giant of Irish Music” Tickets £6.00. For all enquiries ring 01302 729902. Proceeds to Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice

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Victoria Hall Methodist Church - Sunday 7th September
Come and pray for the City Centre. Join us on our short prayer walk. Meet at 6.30pm at the Victoria Hall Methodist Church - indoors if wet!!

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Back from the Summer Holidays!!
Friday Lunches - Friday 5th September - Parish Room after the 12.45pm Mass
Children’s Liturgy - Sunday 7th September - 10.30am Sunday Mass.
Sunday Teas - Sunday 7th September - After the 10.30am Mass in Houlden Hall
Traidcraft Stall - after all the Masses on 6th/7th September.

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Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Monday 8th September
A Sung Latin Mass - 1962 Missal - will take place at 5.30pm in the Cathedral to celebrate Our Lady’s feast day.

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Bishop’s Walk- 15 Miles in the Peak District!! - Friday 12th September
Sponsor Bishop John to walk the 10th Anniversary St Wilfrid’s Way in aid of St Wilfrid’s Centre. Sponsor sheets with a Gift Aid section (if applicable) are at the back of the Cathedral. Fr Chris and Fr Craig will both be joining Bishop John to help raise funds - which really makes it interesting!!!!!

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Welcome to Our New Deanery Youth Worker - Friday 12th September
We would like to invite those of our young people who are aged 16 or over, to a social event to welcome Clare Lees our new Youth Worker. This is being held at Sacred Heart Parish Hall on Ripley Street at 7pm. The evening will include an introduction to Clare and her background, ideas for the way forward, a liturgy and a buffet will be provided. We would like at least 6 individuals to represent St Marie’s - please let the Cathedral Office know if you would like to take part.

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Roger Samuels - Gospel Singer
Considered to be one of Britain’s finest vocalists, he is working on his new album and touring the world blessing many with his ministry. Further details are on the notice board or contact jackie@jdmanagement.co.uk tamara@jdmanagement.co.uk or denise@jdmanagement.co.uk

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Heritage Open Day - Saturday 13th September
St Marie’s has been invited to take part in Heritage Open Day 2008. In addition to the normal services that take place on this Saturday (including a wedding) we are planning two guided tours, an organ recital and displays of vestments. Volunteers are needed to act as stewards: if you would like to help either morning or afternoon, please contact Eileen Maher for more information on 0114 275 4190

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Mass of Thanksgiving - Sunday 14th September
Bishop John will celebrate the Mass of Thanksgiving at 3pm in the Cathedral for all those received into the Church during 2008. Please come along to support the new members of our Catholic Community in the Diocese of Hallam.

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Green Living & Carbon Footprints - Monday 15th September
An evening conference at Endcliffe Methodist Church Hall, Ecclesall Road beginning at 7pm. Guest speaker Dr Ralph Hebden. Leaflets giving further details are available at the back of the church.

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Marriage Encounter Weekend - 19th to 21st September
This is for couples who have stable marriages and gives them time to look at their relationship. It is an enrichment experience which includes a series of presentations on various aspects of their relationship, including the Catholic Church’s Vision for Marriage. It is to be held at the IBIS Hotel Chesterfield and to book a place please phone 0115 877 7694 or go to www.wwme.org.uk Leaflets are available at the back of the Cathedral.

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Hallam Justice & Peace Day - Saturday 20th September
All Saints School, Granville Road 10am to 4pm. Admission free and all are welcome. Drinks provided - bring your own lunch. Please pick up your booking form from the back of the Cathedral - registration is at 9.30pm.

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Eucharistic Ministers at St Marie’s - Saturday 20th September
There will be a short meeting concerning the pastoral care of the sick, the housebound and the elderly members of the parish at 10.30am in the Parish Room. This will be followed by a period of prayer and Eucharistic Adoration. It is important that all Eucharistic Ministers of the parish attend.

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Day Retreat - Sunday 21st September
To be held at Our Lady of Sorrows, Bamford from 10am to 4pm. Organised by the People of the Heart of Jesus and led by Fr Michael Killeen. More details from Lynn Hoare on 01246 500592 or see www.corunum.org

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175th Anniversary SVP - Monday 29th September
Sr Eileen Keating will be holding prayers at the Holy Family Church on Eastern Drive, Arbourthorne at 7pm to celebrate the founding of the society by Frederic Ozanam and his companions in Parish and to promote the SVP awareness month of “Who is my Neighbour”. All welcome. The SVP Furniture Store is currently appealing for bed linen and any other household items you can help with.

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Rock’n’Roll Night Featuring The Cadillacs! - Friday 17th October
Cost £7.50 - ticket includes Pea & Pie Supper. St Vincent’s Centre, Solly Street 8pm. All proceeds in aid of St Vincent’s Furniture Store. Organised by the CMS.

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Thank You
The Sheffield Irish Association would like to thank everyone who supported the recent inaugural event at the Grosvenor Hotel, Sheffield. The evening was enjoyed by over 300 people and was proud to welcome Mr Gerry Kelly, First Secretary to the Irish Embassy and Rt Hon Meg Munn MP. Further events are being planned - for more details contact 0798 601 9716 or shefieldirishassociation@live.com

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CJM ‘AGE TO AGE’ Concert - Saturday 18th October
Experience the songs of 'Age to Age' as contemporary Catholic song writing duo Boyce & Stanley and band perform a concert of Christian music at Sacred Heart Church 8pm.  The concert will feature many of the well-loved, classic hymns that are etched onto the lips and hearts of churchgoers of all ages.  Tickets cost £7.50 for adults or £5.00 concessions.  Please contact Rachel on 0114 2343580 for ticket information or order direct from CJM Music 01675 466 254 or via the internet at www.cjmmusic.com/boxoffice.  All are welcome.  Visit the website www.agetoage.info to find out more and hear extracts from the first album. 

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Adult Education - Courses 2008/9
Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies, Foundation Degree in Theology & Ministry and MA in Theology. All begin September 2008. Further details are on the notice board or from The Adult Education Office, Hallam Pastoral Centre, St Charles Street, Sheffield S9 3WU. Tel: 0114 256 6410 Email: adulteducation@hallam-diocese.com

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Vacancies
Social Worker/Counsellor - Part-Time. Based at St Mary’s High School, Chesterfield this is a joint initiative between the school and the Caring Services. Informal enquiries to Stuart Hanlon on 0798 572 7212. Further details and application form from Anne Ashton , Hallam Pastoral Centre, St Charles Street, Sheffield S9 3WU. 0114 256 6453 or aashton@hallam-diocese.com

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Open Forum for Economic Regeneration (OFFER) requires Maternity Cover for their BME Network Development Officer. 17.5 hours. Contact 0114 253 6730, email info@offer.org.uk or download an application pack from www.offer.org.uk Closing date 5pm Friday 12th September 2008

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Diary Dates
Friday 24th to Sunday 26th October: Annual Women’s Retreat, The Briery Retreat Centre, Ilkley. Cost £91. For more information or a booking form please contact Alison Kinneavy on 0114 2678345

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Advance Notice:
12th - 17th January 2009. Body & Spirit - A retreat for Healthcare Professional. Boarbank Hall Cumbria. For information contact Sr Margaret Atkins at margaret@boarbankhall.org.uk or 015395 32288

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Parking at the NCP Car Park - FOR ALL SUNDAY MASSES
Please Note Changes from 31st July
St Marie’s will now receive a 25% reduction in the cost of parking. However, this actually means that the amount you pay will increase from £1.60 to £5.60!! You will still need to have your parking ticket punched before returning to your cars. It may be worth checking out the on-street parking that is available free of charge on Sundays!!