Fr. Aaron Writes 9th July 2023
Dear Friends,
The Pastoral Plan – On Wednesday evening, the clergy of the Crawley Deanery, together with their respective parish
pastoral councils and school headteachers, are meeting with Bishop Richard in Crawley, to reflect on the Diocesan
Pastoral Plan as we ponder the future of the local church. Please pray for all those taking part in this gathering.
Children’s Parade – This Sunday (9th July) there will be the annual Horsham Children’s Parade that will pass in front of
St John’s at around the time of the 11:15am Mass. Please be aware of road closures that morning when you come to
Mass.
World Day of Prayer for Grandparents and the Elderly – Please see the announcement in this Newsletter giving details
of this very special occasion. I would warmly encourage all those older people who have helped us throughout our lives
to attend the event at Arundel Cathedral, together with their families and friends, on Saturday 22nd July at 2:30pm.
Picnic in the Park – May I warmly encourage everyone, and especially families with young children, to join together and
meet in Horsham Park for our Picnic in the Park after 11:15am Mass next Sunday, 16th July. See the announcement in the
Newsletter, or pick up a leaflet from the back of the church, for more details.
Saturday Evening Vigil Mass – Because of my many roles both in the Diocese and in various organisations elsewhere, I
often find at times of the year that I have to be away from the Parish on Saturdays. I am grateful to the many supply
priests who kindly assist me and I am grateful for your understanding. Over the next few weeks, I shall be absent on a
few Saturdays. Coming up, I am attending an Ordination in Shrewsbury Cathedral and then later, in August, World Youth
Day!
In Memoriam – Please pray for the repose of John Folland’s soul, as we prepare to celebrate his Requiem Mass here at
St John’s on Monday 24th July at 10am. Please also keep his family in your prayers at this time.
With every prayer and good wish for the coming week.
