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Sunday Readings 27/01/13

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THIRD SUNDAY The revelation of the Christ proclaimed in the Epiphany, Baptism and Wedding Feast of Cana is continued in the opening of Jesus’ ministry in the Gospel of Luke. The Lectionary has the exordium of the Gospel – Luke’s … Continue reading →

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Sunday Readings 20/01/13

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SECOND SUNDAY The account of the Wedding Feast of Cana is the third major Christophany following those of the Epiphany and Baptism (N.B. Magnificat antiphon for Vespers of the Epiphany). The early Church understood all these three historically separated commemorations … Continue reading →

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Sunday Readings 13/01/13

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THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD The Christophany of the Epiphany is continued in the celebration of the Baptism. Luke’s account of the Baptism of Jesus is distinguished by his mention that Jesus was at prayer, a consistent theme of the … Continue reading →

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Sunday Readings 06/01/13

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THE SOLEMNITY OF THE EPIPHANY The Magi with their gifts represent the consistent truth that God’s revelation is for the gentiles and not just for the Jews (Matthew 2:1-12). This truth forms an ‘inclusio’ of Matthew’s gospel as it is … Continue reading →

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Epiphany Quiz

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Following the success of last year’s parish ‘Epiphany quiz’ we thought we’d have another! You’re welcome to come along on Saturday 5th January at 7.30pm, in the Parish Centre with a team of about 5 people and enjoy a fun … Continue reading →

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Opening the Door to Our Faith

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Deacon John Martin will be leading us in three sessions to discuss the Year of faith. The sessions will take place at The Parish Centre on Friday 4th, 11th and 18th January from 7pm and ending with refreshments at 8pm. … Continue reading →

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Readings 01/01/13

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SOLEMNITY OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD Luke emphasizes that the Holy Family do all ‘according to the Law of Moses’ and therefore the child is brought on the eighth day for his circumcision and naming. The scene immediately previous to … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year and Many Thanks!

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Fr Paul would like to say a big thank you for all the lovely Christmas wishes, cards, gifts and very generous Christmas offerings he received. Lots of you have been very kind and he is really grateful. The celebrations in … Continue reading →

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Open Parish Meeting

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There will be a special meeting at St Alban’s parish centre on Wednesday 9th January beginning at 7.30pm and ending no later than 9pm. John Honey, chair of the Derby Pastoral Council has been asked to come along to facilitate … Continue reading →

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Sunday Readings 30/12/12

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THE FEAST OF THE HOLY FAMILY A major focus of Luke’s gospel is the holy city of Jerusalem and he wishes to show that this is so for Jesus even in his up-bringing by Mary and Joseph in the annual … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas Everyone!

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I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all the joy and blessings of Christmas. Advent has flown by, and now we are getting ready for the wonder of the Christmas season. I promise to keep you all … Continue reading →

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Christmas Mass Readings

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CHRISTMAS MASS IN NOCTU Luke carefully places the birth of Jesus in its wider political background. He is born in real time, part of the Empire. But Luke also emphasises the centrality of the poor, represented by the shepherds who … Continue reading →

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