TAKEHOMENEWS SUNDAY 7 JUNE 2026
- RCDOW Burnt Oak
- Jun 5
- 4 min read
CORPUS CHRISTI 2026
Corpus Christi: A Gift, a Promise, and a Test of Faith
This Sunday is the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, a mystery that is a gift, a promise, and a test of true discipleship. Before this mystery, human reason and sense fail us. But then faith summons us to recognise the Real Presence of Christ, hidden beneath this veil concealed.
In John 6, Jesus declares: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven.” When many were scandalised by his words, Jesus did not soften His teaching for people’s approval. Instead, Jesus reaffirmed that his flesh and blood are true food and drink by which we share in his life. St Paul reminds us of this in this Sunday’s second reading, saying, “The cup of blessing that we bless is a participation in the blood of Christ, and the bread that we break is a participation in the body of Christ” (1 Corinthians 10:16).
Like those who first heard Jesus, we too are invited to choose whether to trust His word or not. Having believed in Jesus’ word, we unite our voices with St Peter’s response in this Sunday’s Gospel saying, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life” (John 6:68).
In the Eucharist, Jesus promises that whoever eats His flesh and drinks His blood has eternal life. Confident in Jesus’ words, may the Lord renew our love and faith in Christ’s abiding presence in the Eucharist. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Happy Sunday Fr. Chinedu
BAPTISM PREPARATION
The next preparation session for parents who wish to have their baby baptised is today Sunday, 7th June at 4pm in the church.
Monthly Children’s Mass
The final Children’s Mass of the school year will take place on Sunday 28th June at 10:30am. Children in school years 3 to 10 inclusive who would like to support the liturgy by welcoming the congregation to Mass, singing with the choir, reading, or bringing the gifts to the altar can sign-up by giving their name and their parent/carer’s contact details in at the Repository after Mass. The deadline for registering to take part in the June Children’s Mass is 12 Noon on Sunday 21st June.
BOOK LAUNCH Sat 11th 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.
Discovering Chesterton Conference
Will take place in London on Saturday 13th June. Learn about the life and work of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, Catholic journalist, novelist, essayist, apologist, lecturer, playwright, poet, beloved husband, friend, adoptive uncle, and even potential saint at this one-day conference. Booking Required Ticket Price: £15. To book,
email catholicgkcsociety@yahoo.co.uk or Tel, 07795205114. Light Lunch provided! www.catholicgkchestertonsociety.co.uk
TEACHER OF ECONOMICS
The Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and well-qualified graduate teacher of Economics to this selective school - FIVE times judged OUTSTANDING by OFSTED. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and thriving Social Sciences Department and will teach Year 12 and 13 A Level Economics. An application form and departmental information are available on the school website – please email applications to applications@st-michaels.barnet.sch.uk. Closing date: Monday 22nd June 2026 Salary scale Main or Upper
PARISH TABLE & PLANT SALE Only One Week Left to Go! Saturday 13th June, 12pm–4:30pm
Join us at Sacred Heart Church, Mill Hill for a wonderful afternoon at our Parish Table and Plant Sale. A great selection of bedding plants, house plants, and friendly, helpful advice will be available. Alongside the plant sale, enjoy browsing a variety of stalls, including: 🌺 Jewellery, 🧶 Knitted items, 👕 Men’s & Women’s Shirts, 🎨 Arts & Crafts, 👗 African Women’s Outfits, 🌶️ West Indian Seasoning, 🛍️ Shopping Bags
Refreshments will be served throughout the afternoon, including bacon rolls, hot dogs, and tea & coffee. Come along, bring a friend, and enjoy a lovely community day!
Heart to Heart women's retreat, 19 - 22 June 2026
A fantastic opportunity for Catholic women: three days of guided prayer, discernment and silence in beautiful surroundings, led by Fr Bernard Murphy, CFR and the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal.
The retreat will offer space for attentiveness to the Lord based on principles of Ignatian spirituality.
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