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The Good Shepherd's and St Anthony's Parish Newsletter
HOSPITALS: If you know of anyone in hospital who would like a visit from a Chaplain please use one of the following telephone numbers to arrange it. Fr. Slavic - Roman Catholic Chaplain: 07773 366120.
City Campus: 0115 969 1169 ext. 76187 QMC Campus: 0115 924 9924 ext. 83799. | |
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The Parish of St. John Paul II, Nottingham consisting of the Church of St. Anthony, Calverton & Good Shepherd, Woodthorpe. The Good Shepherd Church is designated by Bishop Patrick as a Jubilee Church. To obtain the Jubilee Indulgence, celebrate the Sacrament of Penance, receive Holy Communion & Pray for Holy Father, Pope Francis. WELCOME TO BISHOP PATRICK AND THE DIOCESAN NEOPHYTES: It is a great joy for our local Church, The Diocese of Nottingham, that so many adults sought Full Communion and Baptism into the Faith at Easter. Annually Bishop Patrick greets them on their journey by the Rite of Election at the Cathedral on the First Sunday of Lent, and then encourages further with the annual Mass for the Neophytes (from the Latin = a beginner) during Eastertide. This year the Good Shepherd will host this great occasion in the life of the Diocese. Refreshment in the Assembly Rooms will follow after the 9:45 am Mass celebrated by Bishop Patrick. FORTY HOURS ADORATION: "Jesus Youth UK" annually organize 40 Hours before the Blessed Sacrament throughout the UK. In the words of the late Holy Father, Francis, "Without prolonged moments of adoration, of prayerful encounter with the Word, of sincere conversation with the Lord, our work easily becomes meaningless; we loose energy as a result of weariness & difficulties, and our fervor dies out. The Church urgently needs the deep breath of prayer". The Good Shepherd Church will be fully opened for the 40 hours and has the assurance of members of Jesus Youth UK in attendance at all times. Please be welcomed into the Church at any time to join them between Thursday 22nd May after 7:30 am Mass until midnight on Friday, 23rd May when Benediction will end the 40 hours. SECOND COLLECTION - PARISH DEBT: Please note that there will be a second collection at all Masses next week-end (24th/25th May 2025) towards the costs the parish will incur in repairing the defective concrete affecting the mullions and other parts of the external church building. Envelopes for this collection are included in the pack of offertory envelopes for those that use them. Thanks as always for your most generous support. Parish Finance Committee. ST. JOHN PAUL II FOUNDATION FOR YOUTH: Thank you for your continued support as we encourage our youth through simple service with opportunities to fulfill their Catholic potential. Please note, we continue our sales of scented candles (Bramley Apple or English Rose) at 2 for £5:00 for this fund. This year we have four members of Christ the King School who seek support from the Foundation to journey in support of the sick, with the Bishop to Lourdes. THE JUBILEE PILGRIMAGE TO WALSINGHAM with Bishop Patrick takes place on Saturday 14th June, gathering at the Anglican Shrine with procession to Catholic Shrine starting at 1.00pm. Mass will be celebrated at 4.00pm followed by departures. If you would like a to go, there is a coach leaving at 8.30 am from Sacred Heart Church, Carlton Hill, Nottingham NG4 1FP. There is on-site car parking. To book a place email: ccen@diocesofnottingham.uk or phone the office 0115 9118266 for a place - cost is £26 payable in advance by BACS or cash to your parish. MISSION LAB is a new series of monthly inspirations for parish evangelisation and outreach, a space to discover great ideas and support to put them into practice. Each session will showcase how parishes around the diocese are building vibrant, outward-facing Catholic communities. Sessions take place online at 7pm; sign up for the first one, which is on Tuesday 20th May: Welcomers and welcoming. First impressions count: they can make the difference between keeping a newcomer and losing them. How can we ensure everyone who comes to our parish has a welcoming experience and feels they belong? Join Caritas and Adult Formation to hear from parishioners from Buxton and Glossop on how they do it there. Sign up at: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/reIUs744Qg6Mau7MEGHiaA#/registration THE PARISH OF ST. JOHN PAUL II, NOTTINGHAM & SAFEGUARDING: Tuesday, 20th May, is the day set aside by the Bishops of England and Wales for the Survivors of Sexual Abuse, when we pray for all those who are victims of, or survivors of, sexual abuse in whatever form. Next Sunday is designated "Safeguarding Sunday". Our prayer and focus is to ensure children and vulnerable adults are able to gather in a safe environment at all times. Practically, all parishioners are encouraged to inform themselves of contact details of our two Parish Communities safeguarding officers and alert to this important aspect of modern life. FRIDAY LUNCHEON AND PARISH SHOP: Come to the original Friday luncheons in the City here at Good Shepherd each week in term time from 12:45 pm for soups, rolls and cheeses as well as pies and cakes with tea/coffee etc… As we approach First Holy Communion (21st June), why not visit our Parish Shop for all those spiritual needs. If you don't see the children's missal / prayer book, patron saint statue or any other need please ask. Orders can usually be sorted within a week. We carry a large selection of greeting cards for all occasions. ST. JOHN PAUL II FRIENDSHIP CLUB: We next meet in the Good Shepherd Assembly Rooms on Thursday, 22nd May when we will enjoy the usual hospitality plus a film!! All are welcome. If you are interested in the planned "Mystery Day in Derbyshire" on Monday, 16th June, please let us know as soon as possible as places on this trip are limited. Thank you. SUNDAY COFFEE: Thank you for your continued support each week after the 9:45 am Sunday Mass. Mrs. Steele advises that £443:00 was banked last Monday as a result of these last few weeks of convivium. ETERNAL REST:
The Late Roy Evans RIP whose funeral will be received at the Good Shepherd on Wednesday, 28th May at 10:45 am prior to committal at Gedling Crematorium at 12 noon.
The Late Margaret Dobbin RIP whose funeral is received at the Good Shepherd on Tuesday, 3rd June at 10:30 am for Requiem Mass prior to interment at Carlton Cemetery. The Late Philip Harris RIP whose funeral rites will take place at the Good Shepherd Church, on Wednesday 4th June at 10:45 am, prior to Committal at Gedling Crematorium. Our deepest sympathy to the bereaved families as we thank God for the gift of their lives among us and commend them with hope to life. May these souls of the Lord, rise with Him in glory. | |
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NEW EMAIL ADDRESSES: The Good Shepherd Office - goodshepherd@dioceseofnottingham.uk Baptism enquiry - gsbaptism@dioceseofnottingham.uk Hall Booking enquiry - gshallbookings@dioceseofnottingham.uk |
CONTACT US! To assist a speedy response to your enquiry about the manifold activity of the our Community of North East Nottinghamshire (The Good Shepherd Church, Woodthorpe/Sherwood/Carrington/Arnold & Mapperley Plains with St. Anthony's Church, Calverton) please be confident to use one of the e mail addresses above. We recommend you visit the Parish Website - details on the previous page! |
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PARISH SAFEGUARDING: Representatives for the Good Shepherd: Julian Caesar 07513725471 (Good Shepherd) & Mr Christopher Forbes. For St. Anthony's, Calverton: contact Mrs Christine Thomas on christine.thomasPSR@dioceseofnottingham.uk tel: 07722 642429 Please note these numbers are not personal and exclusive for use by the Safeguarding reps. |
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From the Finance Committee of The Good Shepherd:
Last Week: 11/05/ ad 2025Collection: Parish £1889.45 Standing Orders: £920.00 St. Anthony Loose: £111:15 Sunday Coffee £443:00 Clergy Formation: £1076:18 C F St. Anthony's £93:20 General Donations to parish funds can be made using a debit /credit card in the Porch PARISH FINANCE COMMITTEE: Secretary - Mr Philip Martin. Thank you for your generous and responsible giving. At the Good Shepherd Church donations can be received BY SMARTPHONE OR BY CARD: It is also possible to make one-off donations to the parish by smartphone. The code for you to scan with a smartphone camera is shown to the left. By scanning this code the smartphone will immediately open the parish's dedicated on-line donations page. To scan the code you will need to have installed a reputable QR and Barcode scanner app on your smartphone. Card Offerings or payments for Repository items can be made contactless by using the Digital collection plate in the welcome area of the Church. Legacies: Thank you for remembering the work of the Good Shepherd and St. Anthony's in Your Will. |
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Dear parishioners: PLEASE CONTINUE to offer courtesy to our neighbours when parking cars in the vicinity of the Church. Thanks! |
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Last updated 16.05.2025 |
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3 Thackeray's Lane, Woodthorpe, Nottingham, NG5 4HT. Tel: (0115) 926 8288