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NOVEMBER'S POEM FROM OUR RESIDENT POET
Hold Dear The Memory
In times like these,
It's easy to forget traditions,
Which for over a century,
We have honoured.
They link us to a past
Where fear, terror, suffering and death
Stalked our precious earth.
War is a virus,
Indiscriminately spreading malicious roots.
We know how difficult it now is
To unite and fight a common enemy.
This year, streets will not echo
To military bands and proud marchers,
To tens of thousands
Standing in solemn silence -
Thoughts turned to all who fought bravely
Against a tenaciously deadly enemy.
Although, sadly, the traditional tributes
Are, currently, no longer viable,
Hidden deep within the psyche,
The thoughts, thanks and prayers
Can be a fitting Remembrance
Of the innocent victims
And our loved friends and relations
Who gallantly served
In the Cause of Freedom.
Even though we are locked down,
Our thoughts, gratitude and hearts
Remain unfettered.
Eileen Murray © November 2020
ST MARY’S PARISH - WOOLTON
Still Striving to Become a Dementia Friendly Parish
Early in the Covid-19 lockdown around April this year, members of the Pastoral Team became acutely aware of the challenges being faced by all our vulnerable parishioners, not least those living with dementia and their carers.
Read more: St Mary's striving to be a dementia friendly parish
A THANK YOU POEM TO MARK DEACON JOHN'S RETIREMENT
DEAR JOHN
"Fear not."
As one angelic proclamation
Declared in the mystic annals
Of our beginnings.
This missive comes not from above,
Nor has its roots
In the dreaded declaration
Of a depressingly ensuing diatribe.
Read more: A Thank You Poem to mark Deacon John's retirement
ZIMBABWE
The situation in Zimabwe is very difficult. To help you understand the position we have been asked to share the following with you, Click on each item to read the document/article.
The Catholic Church in England and Wales has a page dedicated to Zimbabwe click here to read it
SEPTEMBER'S POEM FROM OUR RESIDENT POET
Transience
I stand transfixed,
Arms washing-filled,
As warm sunlight
Cascades on sparkling dewdrops.
The transfigured lawn
Becomes a place
Where every footfall matters.
Five dandelions sway in rhythm
To the dancing jewels –
A Chorus Line!
Tomorrow, you’ll be gone.
You perform by courtesy
Of the tall, tall gardener,
Who even at this moment
Will be sunning himself,
With his family,
Forgetful of the restraints
Which have bound us
For so long.
The blue, blue sky
Is broken by
The vapour trails
Of one single monoplane,
Which growls contentedly
Into the cloudless distance.
How long, how long
Can one feel such contentment?
What a pity
That the damp washing
Demands attention!
Eileen Murray © September 2020
FR TIM'S GOLDEN JUBILEE OF ORDINATION
FrTim is very touched at all the effort that has gone into the gifts and is very grateful for the wonderful gifts from both parishes.
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St Mary's Children's Liturgy & Much Woolton Celebration Video |
A Musical gift from Allerton Brass |
- Royal Liverpool Philharmonic: a ticket opening concert 2020/21 season and gift card for the rest of the season
- The Oval Cricket gift package for two: tour of ground, afternoon tea, match tickets
- A National Book Token
- Queens Tennis Tournament 2021: two premier seats on centre court and lunch
- Traditional Afternoon Tea for two in London
- Champagne toast with Confreres: two bottles Moet & Chandon
- Tennis a new racquet
- An Amazon Alexa
- Old Trafford cricket: two premier seats for the England v India 2021 cricket match, with lunch and programme
- Special commission: a painting
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If you would like to see a few photos from Fr Tim's ordination please click here for the article on the Province website
COPIOSA APUD EUM REDEMPTIO
Apologies for Poetic Muse
Who's still inclined to Covid Snooze!
Nonetheless, we wish for you
A Day of Joy, "A Confreres' Do",
Memories, laughter, celebratory drink
(Observed within The Rule - we think!).
But, most of all, recall of Special Day,
When first shone forth incipient ray,
Which changed your life, and ours as well,
With dreams, triumphs and tales to tell.
Renaissance Man - so many parts -
We hold you close within our hearts,
Dear Father Tim!
© Eileen Murray 21 July 2020
ACE OF CLUBS AT 25
Ace of Clubs in an outreach project in our Clapham parish that feeds and take care of the homeless. 25 Years ago Fr Jim McManus C.Ss.R (the then provincial) came up with the idea and Fr Brian Russell C.SsR brought the idea to life. Today Brother Mike C.Ss.R who will soon be taking his perpetual vows is managing the project
This video tells you the story so far
BISHOP BARON ON TROUBLESOME ONLINE BEHAVIOUR
JULY'S POEM......
Not Quite Groundhog Day
Another day scarcely discernable
From yesterday - and probably from tomorrow-
Arrives prosaically.
Neighbours’ curtains, still drawn,
Reflect Life-style changes.
Yet in the sunlit garden,
Another life still flourishes.
A flock of twittering sparrows
Cavort joyously among the patio pots.
What is it that attracts
These chirpy, carefree creations?
Perilously balanced
On slender, wind-blown ferns,
Acrobatic feats and manoeuvres
Attract the attention
Of not only their flirting female companions,
But also one who watches, entranced.
A quick sortie for the phone.
Snaps or a video?
Try not to capture
The elderly reflection in the window!
Focus. Ready for action!
As if by touch of magician's wand,
An eruption of sparrows
Vacate their playground.
Perhaps, another David Bailey attempt later?
Not, alas, with photographic genius,
Just handfuls of mixed bird seed,
Presages a not-so-mundane afternoon!
Eileen Murray © 9 July 2020
NEW DEMENTIA FRIENDLY INTERNET RADIO STATION:
A new internet radio station has been launched for people living with dementia and their carers. There’s five different eras of music to select from with no adverts whatsoever! You can access the website at: www.m4dradio.com
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