'At the Hour of Our
Death': Pastoral letter from the Bishop of Shrewsbury (mentioned in
recent newsletters)
Letter 24th October 2023 from the Catholic
Bishop of the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem --- CAFOD Prayer
for the Gaza/Israeli conflict: God of peace, bearer of hope,
we seek your help for the peoples of the Middle East. Quiet the
clamour of war and guide us towards peace. Where there is hatred
and division sow seeds of calm and openness. Where there is
destruction help us to rebuild. Where children are crying bring an
end to tears. Shelter your peoples and protect them. Guide them and
keep them from harm. Show us how to break down the barriers of
history and fear and breathe whispers of hope, through Christ our
Lord. Amen.
Caritas
Plymouth November newsletter - Caritas
Plymouth newsletter signup link
Diocesan
Synod Newsletter November '23 ... Synod Report October 2023 at the
conclusion of the 16th General Assembly of the Synod on Synodality. "A Church that involves everyone and is close to
world’s wounds. ecumenism, and abuse." ... Looking ahead to the
second session in 2024, the text offers reflections and proposals
on topics such as the role of women and the laity, the ministry of
bishops, priesthood and the diaconate, the importance of the poor
and migrants, digital mission. ... Members
participating in the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of
Bishops issued a ‘Letter to the People of God' - giving thanks
for their experiences and explaining the work of the past weeks.
'Night Church
Penzance' began on 11th November at St Mary's Church - opening once a month
initially, from 8pm to 3am. This is a multi-church scheme offering a safe
space and support to anyone in need - the homeless, the lonely. More volunteers welcome
- information with contact link - please support with your
prayers.
News for Churches Together Penzance Town Pastors
(formerly Penzance Street Pastors)
Diocesan Newsletter October 2023
Diary
date: Advent Carol Service 6pm Sunday 17th December.
Everyone is welcome for a service of readings and music for
Advent. Mulled wine and mince pies afterwards.
Walking
Together, Synod update: Pope Francis' Address at opening of the Synod
of Bishops in Rome - 4th October until 29th. An important part of
the preparations has been formed by a document 'Instrumentum Laboris’.
Season of Creation 2023 Let Justice and Peace Flow.
The Season of Creation from 1 Sept to 4 Oct is an ecumenical
celebration when we are invited to pray, act and focus on the cry
of the Earth and the cry of the poor – to listen to those whose
voices are less heard; to pray for those individuals, communities,
species, and ecosystems which are lost and those whose livelihoods
are threatened by climate change. || Diocese
of Plymouth news page
Plymouth Diocese: 'Mission Made Possible', a 7 week
intentional discipleship course, see newsletter 9th July or leaflets in
church. ~
The 'Genesis Mission'
website Making Disciples
evangelisation resource and course, 'Mission Made Possible' by Fr
Jon Bielawski & Fr Michael Dopp.
Radio Marie is a
Catholic radio station broadcasting worldwide 24/7, their English station
is based in Cambridge.
'The
Chosen' -
watch series 1 in full. All episodes are free to watch via
their app.
Meditations
by Canon David: Following Jesus,
the Light of the world inspired by our Rosary windows and the
Mysteries of Light. ~ East Window
(Saints) meditation ~ Immaculate
Conception Window meditation ~
'Peace on Earth
to People of Goodwill' - meditation for
Christmastide
Community Energy Plus, Cornwall’s energy advice charity
helps householders in Cornwall stay warm and healthy, saving energy
& money. Supports with rising living costs. Small booklet
available in churches or call Freephone 08009541956, email:
advice@cep.org.uk or visit www.cep.org.uk
Penzance Roman
Catholic Church, 'The Immaculate Conception of Our Lady'. Parish of