Live streamed Masses
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Cluster News 27/28 June
Our buildings are closed.
Our church is open.
Our church is open.
You are welcome.
Dear Parishioner,
We hope that this finds you and your families well. Welcome to this week's Cluster News. If you would like to share any news or comments, let us know. southedclust@btinternet.com
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Let's continue to pray for one another and especially those who are experiencing any difficulties during this challenging time. With our prayers, best wishes and blessings,
Fr Mike and Fr Alex.
Prayer resources for adults
Children's resources
NEW: For parishioners without internet access
Phone service
0131 357 6463
Our dedicated phone number allows people to listen to our Prayer Resources and the latest version becomes available on Sunday. Please dial the complete number. After a short introductory welcome and a pause, you will hear everything that is on the Prayer Resources video. The charge is the equivalent of a local call.
Our dedicated phone number allows people to listen to our Prayer Resources and the latest version becomes available on Sunday. Please dial the complete number. After a short introductory welcome and a pause, you will hear everything that is on the Prayer Resources video. The charge is the equivalent of a local call.
Prayer Foundation
Our Prayer Foundation invite us all to be united in prayer on Tuesdays at 2.45pm and Wednesdays at 7pm.
A small group has committed to 30 minutes of silent prayer at these times.
Everyone in our cluster and beyond is invited to join in prayer during this time of separation and isolation.
For more information or prayers requests please contact Clare Roller clare.roller@icloud.com
Happy Father's Day Tributes
Last week we asked you to send in your tributes to our pastors.
To see some of the things you sent in, click here.
Bethany Trust volunteers
Our Cluster volunteers for Bethany will be on duty on the evening of the 12th of July. Two days later on the 15th of July the hotel where the homeless have been staying and being provided with meals for several months will be closing.
This means that there is uncertainty about the way forward for Bethany in terms of possible venues for the Night Shelter.
We will obviously keep in close contact with the management of Bethany Christian Trust over the summer months.
This means that there is uncertainty about the way forward for Bethany in terms of possible venues for the Night Shelter.
We will obviously keep in close contact with the management of Bethany Christian Trust over the summer months.
We will also do as much as we can to support the project for the homeless continuing.
For parishioners who wish to help with the cost of food for the homeless please contribute through the Cluster Bank account.
The name of the account is
J.WATSON (BETHANY)
Sort code:- 80-46-47.
Account No. 12633665
If you would be interested in becoming a volunteer or want to know more about Bethany please contact Joe Murray on 07725 582599.
The name of the account is
J.WATSON (BETHANY)
Sort code:- 80-46-47.
Account No. 12633665
If you would be interested in becoming a volunteer or want to know more about Bethany please contact Joe Murray on 07725 582599.
The Scottish Government has today announced that Places of Worship may open for individual prayer or contemplation from Monday 22nd June.
The Scottish Bishops have given comprehensive guidelines about the safety measures that need to be in place for this to happen. You can find their guidance here: https://www.bcos.org.uk/COVID19
It has not been the practice for very many years for our three Church buildings to be open other than for Public Worship during the week and at weekends. The main reason for this was one of security. Sadly, they have a history of being vandalised.
We are of a mind at present not to open the Church buildings for private prayer but will keep the matter under review.
Prior to the Pandemic a number of other Church buildings in the City were open during the day for Prayer and we expect that they will be reopened from Monday 22nd June.
Once details become available, we will let you know which churches in the City are open for private prayer. In the meantime, if you wish to visit a particular church, we suggest you phone the parish to find out if it is open.
One from the kitchen, a couple from the bar.
We've given Fr Alex his own page so that you can view the recipes more clearly and print them off if you like.
Click on the picture to go there.
Click on the picture to go there.
Hymn of the Week:
Denise McCann
has chosen this week’s hymn and explains why this is special in her life. The hymn is "Be not Afraid" and we three versions for you to enjoy:
- a youtube version
- an instrumental version by Tobit and Benedict Tan
- a sung version by Kevin Homan
Again, we are fortunate to have our own musicians interpreting this week's hymn.
To read Denise's comments and listen to the versions please click here.
Damage to the Earth: a Christian Response
Humanity is doing terrible harm to the Earth in many ways including to the climate. This is
already having major impacts, which will become much worse in the lifetimes of our children and subsequent generations. Yet there is still time to avoid the worst, and even to build a better world.
David Coleman, chaplain to Ecocongregation, will speak about this crisis and open discussion on how we can respond. It's on 16th July at 7.30pm.
We will also hear from: the SEECAT churches about how they are already responding to
these issues; and some other related initiatives.
To register please go to: https://tinyurl.com/SEECAT-Earth After registering you will be sent the zoom link to be able join us.
Views from the Pews
Kevin Ford writes:
Great hymn choice from Ellen & beautifully sang from St Gregory's very own sweet hearts Sr Christine & Sr Jeanette (or Fran & Anna). A massive thanks to everyone who has kept us going with the weekly newsletter email it's became the highlight of the week & gives us a great feeling of togetherness. The Fordy 5 sends love to everyone & Look forward to seeing you all soon although my wife Gillian seems to see a lot of you already as she's postie to many in the cluster.
Great hymn choice from Ellen & beautifully sang from St Gregory's very own sweet hearts Sr Christine & Sr Jeanette (or Fran & Anna). A massive thanks to everyone who has kept us going with the weekly newsletter email it's became the highlight of the week & gives us a great feeling of togetherness. The Fordy 5 sends love to everyone & Look forward to seeing you all soon although my wife Gillian seems to see a lot of you already as she's postie to many in the cluster.
Frank and Maureen Quinn write:
Congratulations, Fr Mike and Fr Alex on your priestly anniversaries and thank you personally for your love and devotion as priests over the years in our cluster.
Happy Birthday Fr Alex, a quiet day I’m sure in these strange times.
May I take this opportunity to thank the team who design and put together our weekly parish News which is beautifully designed and easy to navigate. It’s lovely to have people from all the cluster involved in readings/ prayer/ music any your inspiring homilies.
We greatly appreciate your hard work and dedication to keeping us all connected.
Love, prayers and blessings.
Congratulations, Fr Mike and Fr Alex on your priestly anniversaries and thank you personally for your love and devotion as priests over the years in our cluster.
Happy Birthday Fr Alex, a quiet day I’m sure in these strange times.
May I take this opportunity to thank the team who design and put together our weekly parish News which is beautifully designed and easy to navigate. It’s lovely to have people from all the cluster involved in readings/ prayer/ music any your inspiring homilies.
We greatly appreciate your hard work and dedication to keeping us all connected.
Love, prayers and blessings.
Maureen Rooney writes:
Father Jock introduced the programme 'New Every Sunday' on 14th June on Radio Scotland. It was good to hear his voice. During the broadcast, he spoke warmly of the late Father Tommy Greenan. If anyone wants to listen to it, click on the BBC Radio Scotland picture.
Faith in Action
Help for those struggling financially
We know that there must be people who are struggling on reduced wages or benefits at this time. Help is available if you are in this situation (or know someone who is). Please contact us confidentially and we can forward that information to those who can help.
Help for those struggling financially
We know that there must be people who are struggling on reduced wages or benefits at this time. Help is available if you are in this situation (or know someone who is). Please contact us confidentially and we can forward that information to those who can help.
On the other hand, if you want to contribute in some way to helping people, food banks are even busier than usual.
The relevant food bank for the cluster is:
47 Southhouse Broadway EH17 8ASPhone number 664 9353
Email edinburghfoodbank@blythswood.org
Opening times:
Mon & Thu 11am-2.30pm
You can donate online by visiting their website: https://edinburghse.foodbank.org.uk/
The cluster contact name is Rosie.
Items needed this week
- Tinned fruit, mince
- Corned beef, beans
- Tinned carrots
- Shampoo, toothpaste, shower gel
- Tinned custard
- Rice
- Fruit
- Jars of baby food
- Chocolate, Sweets, Mars/Twix bars
- Crisps, Snacks, Biscuits
- SMA baby milk number 1 and 2
Covid-19 Bereavement Support
PETAL (People Experiencing Trauma and Loss) is offering time-limited bereavement support to anyone bereaved by Covid-19, as well as their usual services for those bereaved through murder and suicide.
Click here
for details
How to prevent doorstep scams
Police Scotland run a yearly Shut Out Scammers campaign in order to raise awareness and provide guidance to prevent doorstep crime. Click here
for a video with key tips. For further details on the Trading Standards Scotland website click here. Please share this information.
Make the call campaign 0800 0731 999
Scotland’s firefighters are calling on communities to help stop preventable deaths in house fires. The SFRS offer everyone in Scotland a free home fire safety visit. All it takes is a free phone call.
For details click here.
Finance
How you can donate to the clusterSome of you have been asking about donations to the cluster since lockdown.
For more information contact Fred, one of our cluster accountants, who will be happy help you with this. fredmcconnell@btinternet.com
You are held in prayer
Parishioners who are unwell
Josie and Baby Ronin
Gerry Mulvenna
Nancy Murray
Ranier Carpo
Roney Fernandes
Christopher Browne
Xaverina Rodrigues
Annette Sibbald
Derek Morgan
June Jamieson and her son Alex
Anne and Helen
Please remember in your prayers those who are sick:
Maureen Christie and familyJosie and Baby Ronin
Gerry Mulvenna
Nancy Murray
Ranier Carpo
Roney Fernandes
Christopher Browne
Xaverina Rodrigues
Annette Sibbald
Derek Morgan
June Jamieson and her son Alex
Anne and Helen
I am the Resurrection and the Life
We remember in love
Please remember in your prayers those who have died:
Allan CuthillToni Gallo
Fr Tommy Greenan
Sr Mary
Ena McCann
John Michael Murray
Rustom V Carpo
Anniversary
Joyce Flynn
Madge Calvey
Fr Gerry Prior
May they rest in peace.
Further resources
The Church after lockdown
A series of talks via Zoom and Facebook. The next one is by Damian Howard on Tue 30 June
at 7.30 pm. Click here
for details. Journey of Discernment
In this series of talks by Zoom which is asking "What is the future of the Church after a time of pandemic?", Jim Wallis speaks on Thu 2 July. For details please email slaitynetwork@gmail.com
Archdiocesan information
The latest information from the Archdiocese can be found here: