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THIS WEEK’S MESSAGE
“When a man has had a great deal given him, a great deal will be demanded of him.” It would be a mistake to think that only the rich have been given much. There are so many ways in which God our Father blesses us. Perhaps I have quite a lot of leisure, perhaps I am knowledgeable in some particular field, perhaps I am good at music, sport, or DIY; perhaps I am young and strong or old and wise – we all have talents at our disposal. Jesus cautions us that we must use what has been entrusted to us wisely and selflessly, for the good of all and to the glory of God. With every gift comes a responsibility - and the reward for responsible use of what we have received is God’s favour and an increase of his gifts to us. Let’s thank God for all we have and all we are and really try to make the very best of both.
Father David Savoury

General
The Food Bank is requesting on 15/02/2022 the following items: 

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Coronavirus: the diocese follows the guidance issued by the Bishop’s Conference. As new information comes guidance will be updated. To keep well informed see https://www.cbcew.org.uk/home/our-work/health-social-care/coronavirus-guidelines/
Please, if any parishioner has traveled and returned from any of the countries that the NHS has identified as a high risk place for contracting or imparting Covid-19, for the sake of yourself, your family and parishioners, exercise self quarantine/isolation for 14 days. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

The following quotes come from the Bishop's Conference 2022 guidance for churches.

The main defense against the virus is at least double vaccination. 

As stated by HM Government, there is still a risk associated with gathering for sustained periods in enclosed spaces and therefore there needs to be continued caution by all against infection. 

This, however, has to be balanced against the need to move forward safely towards a normal lifestyle and these two positions will always be held in tension. This holding in tension is the key to living safely with Covid-19, namely keeping infections from a virus that cannot be eliminated to levels which minimise disruption to people’s lives.

The main form of virus transmission is via personal oral or nasal aerosol. Those attending an act of worship may continue to wear a face covering (both nose and mouth) whilst in the church building (NB face coverings remain mandatory in Wales until further advised). There is no need for formal social distancing in church buildings, although those present should be sensitive to the needs of others around them. Churches should continue to ensure there is good ventilation, balancing this against the need for church heating, especially at this time.

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This is a group of volunteers, who freely give of their time to help those who cannot get out in these difficult days to collect their prescriptions or their shopping. There are strict rôles about 2m social distancing and evidencing behaviour - photographs of monies and receipts etcetera to be sent in to the group co-ordinator. Volunteers must be in good health, and not of an age that they should be isolating themselves.

They are meeting quite a heavy load,  as many people over 70, or those with medical histories that leave them vulnerable are not leaving their houses on government advice because of the risk to them of Covid19.

The group can be found on Facebook, if you use it, but much of their activity is done by phone. 

If you would like either to volunteer or to receive some help, please contact Megan on 07946 124 111. 

Volunteers need character references, and it helps but is not essential if they have DBS checks, as they can be given additional rôles. 

If any parishioners have need of help with shopping or prescription collection, then contact either the Church, or Megan on the number above.

Paddy

A Bible –is available on the table in St. John Fisher church, for your use.

For our immigrant parishioners:  Mass books in both churches with 8 European languages.   Aby pomoc znozumiec Msze Swieta emigrantom w naszej parafii, udostepuiamy modlitewniki ( w twardej oprawie ), po polsku, angielsku oraz w inuycu jszykach wschodnio europejslcich.    Prosimy zostawic modlitewuike w kosciele, po zakouczeuiu mszy.