TAKEHOMENEWS SUNDAY 31 MAY 2026

SOLEMNITY OF MOST HOLY TRINITY

Called to a Communion of Self-giving Love

This Sunday, we celebrate the Most Holy Trinity, a mystery at the heart of our Christian faith.

This intriguing mystery tells us that God is one in three Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and not some solitary being out there. But rather a perfect communion of self-giving love. We see this right from the beginning of creation (Genesis), where we hear that God’s Spirit hovered over the waters, and God the Father spoke His Eternal Word (Jesus), bringing all into existence.

This sacrificial communion of self-giving love is revealed perfectly in God’s only begotten Son, whom the Father gave to save the world (John 3:16-18). God loves and gives all.

Created in God’s image, we are called to live in such a way that generates life, love, unity and healing, not death, division and hurt. This is only possible by the Holy Spirit (God’s Love) poured into our hearts.  Therefore, God calls us to unity, peace, and reconciliation, as St Paul reminds us in the second reading (2 Corinthians 13:11-13).

So, you see, this Mystery is not simply a doctrine to understand, but a relationship to enter. No wonder God reveals Himself as a “God of tenderness and compassion” (Exodus 34) so that we may not worship from afar, but intimately in love. Lord, help us to experience and to become witnesses to this love within our families, parish, and community. Amen.

Happy Sunday

Fr. Chinedu 

BAPTISM PREPARATION

The next preparation session for parents who wish to have their baby baptised is Sunday, 7^th June at 4pm in the church.

RECENTLY DECEASED

TONY QUINN, may his soul and the souls of all the departed rest in peace.

 THE DIVINE MERCY APOSTOLATE LONDON

Is holding a First Saturday Divine Mercy Recollection Day at the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, on Saturday 6th June 2026 from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. The Recollection Day will include Holy Mass, Talk, Hour of Mercy with Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus. All welcome.  Please call Millie on 07957594646 for more information. Coaches from Slough, Ealing Broadway, North London, Barking and Victoria

MASS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS

Christ the King, Cockfosters, invites you to the Mass to be celebrated by Fr Pascal    Sullivan on Saturday, 4 July 2026 at 3:00 p.m., followed by light refreshments in the parish hall. All are most welcome, particularly parishioners and visitors with additional needs, together with their families, friends and carers.

BARNET DEANERY SYNOD GROUP SPRING MEETING

 Saturday 13th June 2026 2.00pm-4.15pm Parishioners from across the Barnet Deanery are reflecting and sharing on how our parishes are taking steps on the pathway for the Synod implementation. How is the Synod evolving in our parishes? What might our next steps be?

Venue: Fr. Dermot has offered St Albans, North Finchley 51 Nether St, London N12 7NN as a venue. The car park of St Michael’s School opposite is available. Refreshments will be provided by St Alban’s Church.

CALLED TO SERVE

Please take a look at the two posters for ‘Called to Serve’ days, on Saturday 27^th June at the Focolare Centre in Welwyn Garden City and on Saturday 3^rd October at the SPEC Centre in Pinner. These days will be led by the Agency for Evangelisation, Westminster Youth Ministry and Caritas Westminster, with a contribution from Fr Patrick van der Vorst, founder of Christian Art, and they are aimed to reach parish catechists, youth leaders and Caritas volunteers. 

MISSIO RED BOXES

Please pick up your Missio red box.

BOOK LAUNCH Sat 11^th July 12noon -4pm

Fr. Chinedu Enuh warmly invites you to the launch of his new book, The Word of God:       

A Life-Changing Encounter with Christ.

Date: 11th July 12 noon-4 pm 

Venue: Parish Hall, Sacred Heart and Mary Immaculate Parish, Mill Hill, NW7 2JB.

Discover how God’s Word can become a place of encounter, healing, renewal, and transformation in Christ. In this inspiring new book, Fr. Chinedu explores the “five-fold meanings” of The Word of God and invites readers into a deeper relationship with God through Scripture.

The afternoon will include a talk by Fr. Chinedu, live Q&A and light refreshments.

Special Gift: The first 20 people to purchase a copy will receive a complimentary booklet on Cultivating a Bible-Reading Habit.

Whether you are just beginning your faith journey or already rooted in Scripture, come and be inspired.  All are warmly welcome 

FOR YOUR SECURITY

Please keep your belongings with you at all time.