Rod Thick

1/ CAFOD’s Call for debt justice in the Jubilee Year.  The world is currently facing the one of the most acute debt crises in history. 54 countries – from Kenya to Sri Lanka – are facing debt distress.  We are asking world leaders: 1. for unjust debt to be cancelled 2. Support a law to make private lenders take part in debt relief 3. To prevent further debt crisis through a new debt framework within the United Nations.  Please sign the petition at both churches

2/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen http://www.worthingsoupkitchen.co.uk

There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity.

 

SHOUT have opened a new charity shop recently at 147 Montague Street, Worthing, supporting the most vulnerable in our community

 

 

3/ LIVE SIMPLY Tip of the Week Become zero waste. Slowly try to reduce your waste a bit every week. Consider giving a home-made gift instead of buying a present, upcycling items or looking at your food shop and seeing what items you could buy differently, spending a bit more on loose fruit and veg for example.

 

 

 

 

4/ Parish Projects The parish is donating to a number of charities both home & abroad with money that’s tithed from the weekly collection during this financial year. In the next few weeks information will be given about each one.

The Comboni Missionary Sisters, have started a Centre in a very poor area of Lusaka, Zambia. To create a safe place for children, adolescents, young mothers & refugees from a nearby camp, a place where they can learn good values and attend the Literacy course.

Life is hard & people try their best to find piecework to have something to eat in the evening.

Some children come to our Centre, each day. Little by little, we have started giving more attention to their academic education, we firmly believe that the way out of poverty is education. We noticed the children were very hungry & started giving them a cup of milk and two slices of bread, or a bun, every day. With God’s help, we will continue. What we give is not much but the children long for lunch time since they come to the Centre with no breakfast because food is very scarce. You can read the very moving full version of the letter from Sr. Enza Carini of Comboni Missionary Sister, it’s on the notice boards at St Mary’s & at Holy Family.  The letter is also on the website https://www.catholicparishofworthingandlancing.co.uk & our  Facebook sites

St Mary of the Angels & Holy Family Justice & Peace Group

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen

There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity http://www.worthingsoupkitchen.co.uk

SHOUT have opened a new charity shop recently at 147 Montague Street, Worthing, supporting the most vulnerable in our community

 

 

2/ LIVE SIMPLY Tip of the Week Introducing more plant-based meals into your diet is one of the best ways to cut your carbon footprint, and it’s often a healthier choice too.  Lots of supermarkets now offer great meat-free options, so why not try some plant-based – or try eating meat-free one day a week or opting for a vegetarian option whilst eating out.  Whatever you get up to this summer, remember your actions and everyday choices make a difference – and influence those around you to take action too. This goes hand-in-hand with calling on leaders to act. Together, we can build a greener, fairer world that will help people in poverty who are hardest hit by the climate crisis.

 

 

 

 

3/ Parish Projects the parish is donating to a number of charities both home & abroad with money that’s tithed from the weekly collection during this financial year. In the next few weeks information will be given about each one.

The first one is St Martin’s Mission in Kingstown, Jamaica. The Dominican Friars (English Province) run two parishes, one of which is desperately poor and in an area policed by the military because of gang violence.

In addition to normal parish duties, and a food ministry to the poor and pre-schoolers, the friars aim to build up and empower the Catholic presence in Jamaica through education: a parish Nursery school, teenager and young adult catechesis, chaplaincy outreach in the local university and hospital. Young men are beginning to enquire about vocations to the priesthood and religious life, and at present two of them are living in the friary during a period of discernment.

The leadership of the English province visits the mission yearly, to oversee the mission and provide direction and guidance.  Student friars are sometimes sent on pastoral placements during the summer to further assist in the mission to young adults. Leaflets are available at carpark entrance at St Mary’s and at Holy Family Dominican Friars (English Province) www.english.op.org

 

 

 

 

4/ A Message from Worthing4Refugees I have recently heard about a Ukrainian woman and son seeking to move to the UK.  A host is needed.  Do you know of anyone who would be willing to consider this?

Here is what Olha writes about herself: Hello! My name is Olha. My son and I are looking for a sponsor in the UK. Currently, we live in Ukraine, Kyiv. Our city is constantly under attacks and missiles. Shelters are not very well equipped. So it becomes impossible to stay here. We have a hope for peaceful and quiet life and nights.

I’m working as an English tutor and studying psychology. I have started my psychotherapeutic practice. I speak pretty good English. My son also speaks English. He studies in the 6-th grade. We’re friendly and quiet. I would like to find a sponsor ASAP. Thanks in advance.       O.Shmaleniuk@gmail.com +49 160 93448706 What’s App
+38 063 2996212 Telegram, viber
If you or someone you know are able to help, please contact Olha directly. West Sussex County Council will be able to help you understand the hosting process. Thanks for your support. Gay Jacklin. Worthing for refugees

 

 

1/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen.  There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity http://www.worthingsoupkitchen.co.uk

 

2/ LIVE SIMPLY Tip of the Week  When you put on a load of washing over the summer, try lowering the temperature setting. This reduces the amount of power your machine uses as 90% of your machine’s energy use is for heating the water. Lowering the temperature helps your clothes last longer.  Also drying the clothes in the garden is for free, instead of using a tumble dryer.

 

3/ CAFOD We need your voice Will you join us in the ‘Act Now, Change Forever’ mass lobby of Parliament on Wednesday 9 July 2025 along with thousands of people from across the country?Register your interest now and we’ll keep you updated as plans develop http://www.cafod.org.uk  The link will take you to The Climate Coalition website, as you need to be registered officially to meet your MP. The Climate Coalition will send you logistical information about the lobby, but your details will not be shared and you won’t receive emails from The Climate Coalition after the lobby itself.

 

4/ Fr Silvester A few weeks ago the Justice & Peace Group managed to get an ambulance to send to Uganda, it should arrive in about 8 weeks, the shipping company are kindly sending it free of charge.  Fr Silvester said it’s a very important asset. It will be the only one to serve the whole district. It can also be hired out to neighbouring hospitals & by doing so help support our centre

 

 

 

5/ “Sea 2 Shore” is an event run by a  local charity, “Between Blue and Green”   to support the local Worthing Fishermen on Sunday 13^th July 10.30am – 7pm  at Windsor Lawns, Worthing.

 

1/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen  There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity http://www.worthingsoupkitchen.co.uk

 

2/ LIVE SIMPLY Tip of the Week  If you’ve been spending more time at home than usual this year, you might notice that cleaning is a job that never ends! How we clean has the potential to impact the environment – from the ingredients in the products we buy and the packaging they come in to the temperature we wash our clothes at.

 

3/ CAFOD We need your voice  Will you join us in the ‘Act Now, Change Forever’ mass lobby of Parliament on Wednesday 9 July 2025 along with thousands of people from across the country?Register your interest now and we’ll keep you updated as plans develop http://www.cafod.org.uk  The link will take you to The Climate Coalition website, as you need to be registered officially to meet your MP. The Climate Coalition will send you logistical information about the lobby, but your details will not be shared and you won’t receive emails from The Climate Coalition after the lobby itself.

 

4/ Fr Silvester A few weeks ago the Justice & Peace Group managed to get an ambulance to send to Uganda, it should arrive in about 8 weeks, the shipping company are kindly sending it free of charge.  Fr Silvester said it’s a very important asset. It will be the only one to serve the whole district. It can also be hired out to neighbouring hospitals & by doing so help support our centre

 

 

1/ The theme for this year’s Refugee Week (16-22 June) is “Community as a Superpower.” Communities can bring people together, bridging divides and offering support and places for healing. This Refugee Week everyone is invited to spend time with friends and build new connections in and beyond our neighbourhoods www.refugeeweek.org.uk/
Could you get involved in a local charity or organisation supporting refugees and asylum seekers? There are many charities and groups in our diocese working to support refugees and asylum seekers in Surrey and Sussex, ensuring that our brothers and sisters seeking refuge and a place of safety can build stable new lives. To find out more  www.abdiocese.org.uk/news/refugee-week?ct=t(EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2_17_2022_14_56_COPY_05)&mc_cid=aa3b25cbb8&mc_eid=24d11430c0 and visit the diocesan website

 

 

2/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen

There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity http://www.worthingsoupkitchen.co.uk

 

 

3/ LIVE SIMPLY Tip of the Week  Calculate your carbon footprint. Carbon calculators can be helpful tools to pick up tips on how to further reduce emissions, and www.zero.giki.earth   is a great tool for whatever stage of the journey you are on. It could also spark conversations in your household to learn what areas of your lifestyle you could change to live a little greener.

 

4/ CAFOD We need your voice  Will you join us in the ‘Act Now, Change Forever’ mass lobby of Parliament on Wednesday 9 July 2025 along with thousands of people from across the country?Register your interest now and we’ll keep you updated as plans develop http://www.cafod.org.uk  The link will take you to The Climate Coalition website, as you need to be registered officially to meet your MP. The Climate Coalition will send you logistical information about the lobby, but your details will not be shared and you won’t receive emails from The Climate Coalition after the lobby itself.

1/ Refugee Week 16^th to 22^nd June On Wed 18^th June there will be Vigil for Refugees after the 10am Mass at Holy Family. We are going to spend time together reflecting on the plight of the refugee.  We will pray together & have time for personal reflection and silent pray. Please see Refugee Exhibition “THE STATIONS” on display at both churches

 

 

2/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen

There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity

 

 

3/ LIVE SIMPLY Tip of the Week LED Light’s – SWITCH TO LED LIGHTING & SAVE MONEY & ENERGY. It works out that a nationwide switch to LED lightbulbs would dramatically slash UK electricity demand.  LED lighting is so efficient that if UK homes, street lights, and businesses were to switch, we’d save 2 x the amount of electricity Hinkley Point C nuclear plant will produce at peak times (like during the winter). And in the long term it would save money on consumer bills too!  Solutions like these, where power is used more efficiently, should play a bigger role in the transition to a clean energy future. You can buy LED’s in many High Street stores.

 

 

 

 

 

 

1/ Parish Project Uganda photos – There is a notice board in the Lady Chapel at the side entrance to the church with a selection of photos showing how our Parish donations are helping the Parish & people of St Faustina in Uganda.
Please take time to see the photos and read Fr Sylvester’s letter to us. There is also information leaflets to take.

A similar photo exhibition will be on display at Holy Family

2/ Faces of Resilience on Sunday 15^th June 2-5pm at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church Hall, Vermont Drive. East Preston, BN16 1JU. Come and see photographs and listen to a ‘Living Book’, vividly telling the stories of Ukrainian women fleeing war and seeking refuge in the UK. Join us in prayer in the church at 3pm for refugees, people seeking asylum and peace in our world.

 

 

3/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen

There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity

 

 

4/ LIVE SIMPLY Tip of the Week  Introducing more plant-based meals into your diet is one of the best ways to cut your carbon footprint, and it’s often a healthier choice too. Why not add some meat-free alternatives to the dinner table this summer? Lots of supermarkets now offer great meat-free BBQ options, so why not try some plant-based alternatives on the grill over the holidays – or try eating meat-free one day a week or opting for a vegetarian option whilst eating out. Whatever you get up to this summer, remember your actions and everyday choices make a difference – and influence those around you to take action too. This goes hand-in-hand with calling on leaders to act. Together, we can build a greener, fairer world that will help people in poverty who are hardest hit by the climate crisis.

 

 

 

5/ Refugee Week 16^th to 22^nd June On Wed 18^th June there will be Vigil for Refugees after the 10am Mass at Holy Family. We are going to spend time together reflecting on the plight of the refugee.  We will pray together & have time for personal reflection and silent pray. Please see Refugee Exhibition “THE STATIONS” on display at both churches www.refugeeweek.org.uk

 

1/ Parish Project Uganda photos – There is a notice board in the Lady Chapel at the side entrance to the church with a selection of photos showing how our Parish donations are helping the Parish & people of St Faustina in Uganda.
Please take time to see the photos and read Fr Sylvester’s letter to us. There is also information leaflets to take.

A similar photo exhibition will be on display at Holy Family

2/ Sainsburys Fairtrade Tea in 2017 Sainsburys decided to stop selling Fairtrade tea, this caused major demonstrations by groups outside of their stores including some of our our church members.  Sainsburys to their credit have relented & are now selling their brand of Fairtrade tea again.

 

 

3/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen

There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity

 

 

4/ LIVE SIMPLY Tip of the Week Buy Ethically  Buy things that align with your values and support people you value (local traders, Fairtrade social enterprises, up and coming artisans) and you’ll use your purchasing power for good.

 

2025 Jubilee Pilgrimage of Hope – Join Us, and Spread the Word Bookings have recently opened for our 2025 Walking Pilgrimage, the Jubilee Pilgrimage of Hope, taking place from 9th to 24th August 2025. Join us in celebrating 50 years of walking pilgrimages, 60 years of the Arundel & Brighton Diocese, and the Holy Year proclaimed by Pope Francis. Crossing varied terrain across Surrey and Sussex, the route visits every Deanery in the Diocese, together with churches of many denominations that we pass on the way. The pilgrimage is open to all.  You can join for a day (or less), a few days, or the whole 2 weeks. Organised entirely by volunteers, our pilgrimages are very affordable.

https://thepilgrims.org.uk/wp/2025-jubilee-pilgrimage-of-hope-join-us-and-spread-the-word/?ct=t(EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2_17_2022_14_56_COPY_05)&mc_cid=0fd4448198&mc_eid=24d11430c0

 

2/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen

There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity

 

 

3/ Lidato Si Week 24 to 31 May.    10 years ago, Pope Francis wrote Laudato Si’, setting out a bold vision for our common home. We look ahead to an even brighter future. The next chapter of Laudato Si’ begins with us. It unites thousands of people worldwide with a common goal: the protection of Creation. By participating, you become part of a global movement of faith and action. Your voice and actions have an impact when joined with those of many others. See www.laudatosiweek.org/

 

 

4/ Live Simply Tip of the Week Make use of the warmer weather to air-dry your clothes! Air-drying could reduce your carbon footprint as well as your electricity bill.

 

Landmines In the 90’s, there were major campaigns throughout the county to rid the world of landmines.  Princess Diana was very prominent & was a major force behind the campaign.

Locally members of our J&P group, held a demonstration in 1991 in Worthing town centre with a display of various types of dummy landmines and also a simulated landmine field, where people could experience what it would be like for farmers & people in countries to walk where landmines had been indiscriminately dropped or laid.
The global landmine treaty has saved countless lives- but some European countries are thinking of quitting it.  Mines stay behind for decades after wars end, killing and maiming innocent kids. Leaders meet in Geneva in just weeks – let’s tell them to keep their promises and stay in the treaty!

You can add your name to this petition at  https://secure.avaaz.org/campaign/en/landmine_ban_1_0/?&utm_source=email&utm_medium=social_share&utm_campaign=54167&share_location=post_action & please forward to as many of your contacts as you can for them to also sign.

 

 

 

2/ SHOUT Helps those who are really struggling to feed their families and the homeless. If you can spare an extra item from your shopping, please donate it to SHOUT Worthing – Soup Kitchen

There are boxes for food donations at the church entrances of St Mary of the Angels. Holy Family also support a similar charity

 

 

 

3/ Live Simply Tip of the Week The assessment from the UN’s Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change says things are poised to get worse…but also makes it clear that the future of the planet depends in large part on the choices that humanity takes today.

 

 

 

4/ Fairtrade  Did you know that women make up the majority of people producing our food? From farms and factories to offices, women are present in every part of the supply chain  – but they rarely receive a fair share for their work.  Despite their hard work, 70% of the approximately 700 million people living in poverty are women. This isn’t fair and needs to be addressed. We can help turn this situation around by purchasing Fairtrade goods wherever we see the Fairtrade symbol on an item, there’s over 6,000 to choose from.  St Mary’s is a Fairtrade Church.

 

5/ Christian Aid Week 2nd Collection – is this Sun 18^th May a 2nd collection & will take place after all Masses please add the Gift Aid section to the envelope if a tax payer.  You can also donate via the card machines or online at www.christianaid.or.uk