TAKEHOMENEWS SUNDAY 24 AUGUST 24 2025
- RCDOW Burnt Oak
- Aug 22
- 3 min read
God’s Salvation is for all People
The readings of this Sunday remind us that God’s plan for our salvation is for all people. Thus, the prophet Isaiah declares: “I come to gather nations of every language.” Our God is not exclusive; his love reaches every corner of the earth.
But this gift of salvation requires a response from us as the Lord gently leads us through spiritual disciplines that are often very difficult. St Paul, in this Sunday's second reading, encourages us not to give up but to understand that all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the fruits of righteousness to those who have been trained by it. While we may not see how God may be using our sufferings today for our good, we should, however, stay faithful to the process.
In today’s Gospel, Jesus doesn’t answer the question “How many will be saved?” Instead, He teaches us how to be saved and said, “Strive to enter through the narrow door.” That narrow door is the way of humility, forgiveness, endurance, sacrifice, and truth, even when it costs us so much. It is the way Jesus himself walked and entered into glory. He now invites us to follow his Way.
We are called to a prayerful patience with constancy, committing to the process of divine training which prepares us for the eternal glory offered to all people. O Lord, help us by your grace. Amen.
Happy Sunday Fr. Chinedu
RECENTLY DECEASED
Marie Therese Smith, her funeral will take place here on Thursday 28th August at 11.30am. May her soul and the souls of all the departed rest in peace.
MARRIAGE HELP
Retrouvaille helps couples find hope and healing for their marriage. Next date: 17th-19th Oct. www.retrouvaille.org.uk Tel: 0788 7296983 Marriage Care provides a relationship counselling service for couples when life gets tough and it is hard to find a positive solution. www.marriagecare.org.uk/
BAPTISM PREPARATION
There will be a preparation session for parents who wish to have their baby baptised on Sunday 7th September at 4pm in the church.
SICK LIST
If you have anyone you would like to have prayed for, please contact the office.
GIFT AID
We thank all parishioners who are paying by direct debit or envelopes and have signed a Gift Aid Declaration. We ask any parishioner who is a tax payer and donating through the loose plate to please consider donating instead by direct debit or envelope.
Any parishioner who has stopped being a tax payer should inform Susan or Loretta in the office.
MASS INTENTIONS FOR 2026
Our 2026 diary is now available.
LONDON CATHOLIC SOCIAL GROUP
Are hosting a Monthly Social for the over 30s, at The Peacock, Angel. Contact us on Facebook, WhatsApp via Brendan on 07425549408 or londonswcatholicsocial@gmail.com for more details for this and other events. Coming up are:
Sunday 7th September, Epping Forest Walk.
Sunday 14th September, Capital Ring Walk, Section 13.
Sunday 21st September, Mass and walk in aid of the Comboni Sisters.
FOODBANK FOR THE COMMUNITY
Will resume again in September. Many thanks for your contributions to help families in need.
CATHOLIC HISTORY WALKS
Come and discover London's magnificent history! Enjoy the story of our country, and learn about the heroes and saints who created it all. The Walks are for anyone and everyone who wants to discover London's story. catholichistorywalks@gmail.com
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
10:30am -11:30am
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
Thursday Closed
Friday 1-4pm
OFFICE CLOSED THIS THURSDAY 28 AUGUST
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