This week's newsletter
There is always lots going on within the parish, from one off to regular opportunities to meet up mid week to pray together, to ways to share the good news with others, either through helping those in material need or Alpha.
The best place to keep up to date with what's going on is the weekly newsletter.
You are invited to all and anything that is noted in there!
The best place to keep up to date with what's going on is the weekly newsletter.
You are invited to all and anything that is noted in there!
This week's Mass and Confession times
Mass is celebrated every day in one of the church's in the parish; on a Sunday there are three Masses to choose from. Alongside, the Sacrament of Reconciliation is available at anytime by appointment or walk in on a Saturday.
You are invited and welcome to come and encounter Jesus through the sacraments.
You are invited and welcome to come and encounter Jesus through the sacraments.
Ukraine - how we can help
As the situation in Ukraine unfolds it is now becoming clearer what we can do to help bring about peace and support those affected by the unfolding war. Some of the paid diocesan team have been looking into what we can practically do, please click the link below to keep up to date.
Sunday Mass Schedule
Following the parish meeting with Bishop Richard on Monday 9th May, there is a letter addressed to all parishioners regarding our celebration of Mass as a parish. At this time of huge change, and challenge, let us keep each other very much in prayer, so that our celebration together of the greatest prayer may help us all ‘breathe in holiness and breathe out mission’.
Becoming a Synodal Church
The working group on the recent Synodal Process consultation has looked at all the results of the sessions, this has been fed through to the Diocese, and a summary of all the parishes in Surrey & Sussex has now been published.
The Diocese's website gives a good summary and a recording of the presentation Bishop Richard shared a few weeks ago.
The Diocese's website gives a good summary and a recording of the presentation Bishop Richard shared a few weeks ago.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
"This is my body" (Luke 22:19)
You are invited to come and spend time in the physical presence of Jesus. Every Friday after the 10am Mass until 14.00 there is exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in Our Lady of Sorrow's church, Bognor Regis. For those who are able, this is a wonderful ministry to come, pray for the needs of the world, and the renewal of the church.
No need to book, come at any point, for as long as you can.
You are invited to come and spend time in the physical presence of Jesus. Every Friday after the 10am Mass until 14.00 there is exposition of the Blessed Sacrament in Our Lady of Sorrow's church, Bognor Regis. For those who are able, this is a wonderful ministry to come, pray for the needs of the world, and the renewal of the church.
No need to book, come at any point, for as long as you can.
Invited: Pray with other Catholic's from across Surrey & Sussex
From Monday 18 April until Pentecost (Sunday 5th June) you are invited to watch a weekly video that will unpack our day-to-day experiences, the good and the bad, the highs and the lows. Then later in the week join other Catholics online from across the diocese to explore what it really means to be a follower of Jesus.
A ministry update on the mission of the parishes in our deanery. |
The latest update on our collective work as the Catholic church in Surrey and Sussex on fighting modern slavery. |
We all have days when things aren’t easy, but as a parish we are here for you - everyone's health and wellbeing matters.
Please do get in touch – we’re here to help: where we can, ourselves, maybe a chat, or with resources, or we can signpost you to other groups and organisations. |
GREETINGS FROM THE PARISH PRIEST
Peace be with you! Throughout restrictions to our movements, be they national lock downs or the various tiers of restriction, the Catholic parish of Bognor & Slindon remains here in the service of those around us as we follow Jesus, and share his love with the whole world.
With legal limits on numbers removed, it is not currently necessary to book places for Mass. However, with sensitivity to the different pace at which people feel safe to return to Mass, please note: the front right area of Our Lady of Sorrows will continue as an area where places of prayer are set at 1m apart, and these spaces will need to be booked by clicking here.
Fr Chris Bergin
If you need access to the sacraments or any support from the parish, please do not hesitate to contact me via 01243 823619.
With legal limits on numbers removed, it is not currently necessary to book places for Mass. However, with sensitivity to the different pace at which people feel safe to return to Mass, please note: the front right area of Our Lady of Sorrows will continue as an area where places of prayer are set at 1m apart, and these spaces will need to be booked by clicking here.
Fr Chris Bergin
If you need access to the sacraments or any support from the parish, please do not hesitate to contact me via 01243 823619.
