TAKEHOMENEEWS SUNDAY 28 SEPTEMBER
- RCDOW Burnt Oak
- Sep 26
- 4 min read
My Indifference Counts
Last Sunday, the dishonest steward was called to account for his stewardship. This Sunday, the Lord denounces the complacent rich who care only for themselves and were indifferent to others’ needs (Amos 6:1, 4-7).
This Sunday’s Gospel (Luke 16:19-31) tells us how a rich man lived in luxury but was blind to the need of the poor Lazarus at his gate. Due to his indifference to the pains of others in whom Christ suffers, he missed the promised eternal blessedness. Our indifference to the pains of others can deprive us of divine encounter with God, who shared in our humanity.
Riches without a generous heart is simply spiritual poverty and a life void of eternal promise. Through love we store up treasures in heaven. (Mtt 6:19-21)
There are many people this very moment, who, like Lazarus, lay at our very gates, streets, churches, shopping malls etc. It is easier to share and pray with our likes and those who make us comfortable. But the saving sacrificial love often lies not in our comfortable spaces, but often in our deliberate and close attention to the uncomfortable wounds and needs of others.
Only God’s grace can sustain us in those uncomfortable terrains of charity as we fight the good fight of faith” (1 Timothy 6:11-16 ) anticipating the eternal blessedness. Happy Sunday Fr. Chinedu
INTERNATIONAL MASS
The Parish International Mass will be today, 28th of September 2025 at 12noon.
BAPTISM PREPARATION
There will be a preparation session for parents who wish to have their baby baptised next Sunday 5th October at 4pm in the church.
ST JAMES' CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
Is hosting an open evening on Wednesday 1 October 2025 for prospective 2026/27 new starters. A school representative will also be speaking at the 10:30 am mass this morning.
PASTORAL LETTER
Pastoral Letter from the Cardinal, today. Is written to mark the 175th anniversary of the establishment of the Diocese of Westminster, there are copies available on the table, also the text and audio recording are also available on the diocesan website at
The text of Fr Nicholas Schofield’s article is available here:
SVP
(St Vincent de Paul) Mill Hill and Burnt Oak Community
Will be hosting a Safe Guarding Training session on Thursday 2nd of October. The training will be held at the Sacred Heart Church in Mill Hill at 7:00 PM. All members are encouraged to attend, and new members are especially welcome to join.
CAFOD
Harvest Family Fast Day Appeal Friday 3 October
CAFOD is part of Caritas, the global Catholic aid network that brings love, hope and practical help to our neighbours experiencing poverty. Please use the envelopes at the back of the church or donate at: https://cafod.org.uk/
PET SERVICE OF BLESSINGS FRIDAY 3rd OCTOBER
There will be a Pet Service of Blessings on Friday, 3rd October, the Eve of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, at 7:00 pm in our parish hall. All are warmly invited to bring their pets for a blessing. Last year’s service was a wonderful occasion, and we look forward to another joyful gathering this year.
For the safety and comfort of everyone, we kindly ask all attending to observe the following guidelines:
· All pets must be under the direct supervision of an adult (aged 18 or over) at all times.
· Owners are responsible for the behaviour and cleanliness of their pets.
1. Dogs must be kept on a short lead while on the premises.
2. Smaller animals, such as cats, rabbits, reptiles, or birds, must remain in their carriers or cages while on the premises.
All attendees are asked to follow the directions of the stewards. Thank you.
The Bible Timeline Course
Many Catholics long to read the Bible, but don't know where to start. So they often begin, and then give up. The Bible Timeline course is the answer. Catholic presenter Mauro Iannicelli will walk you through twelve colour-coded time periods, helping you to grasp the Big Picture of the Bible from start to finish, the Old and the New Testament.
This is a free online course and it begins on 1 October.
To sign up, go to: www.comeandsee.org/bible-timeline.
NORTH LONDON EPISCOPAL AREA ON 11th OCTOBER
Jubilee Day for Catechists with Canon Shaun Lennard (Episcopal Vicar for North London)
All catechists from parishes in north London are invited to a Jubilee Day for Catechists with Canon Shaun and the Agency for Evangelisation on Saturday 11th October on the theme of “Reawakening Blessed Hope”.
The day will run from 10am to 4pm at Our Lady of Willesden parish, Willesden, NW10 9AX. More details can be found at https://rcdow.org.uk/evangelisation/jubilee-days-for-catechists-2025/ or by scanning the QR code below. The day is free to attend but catechists are asked to bring a packed lunch with them on the day.
To book a place for the day, please pass your name and email address to your parish priest or parish administrator by Tuesday 30th September, for them to forward to the Agency for Evangelisation. You will then receive an email from the Agency with more information.
MASS
Saturday Vigil Mass 18.30
Sunday 9am, 10.30am &
12 Noon.
Mon-Fri: 9am
Saturday: 10am
Morning Prayers
Mon-Fri: 8.40am
Saturday: 9.4am
Holy Hour
Wednesday
9.30-10.30
Saturday
Online Streaming at
https:www.
Confessions
Saturday
10.30-11.00 am
&
5.45pm -6.15pm
Weekly Novena
to Our Lady of Perpetual
Help Thursday 7pm—8pm
Office Opening Times
Tuesday 9.30am-4.30pm
Wednesday 1-4pm
Hall Hire enquiries Please contact the office
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