Monday June 28th 9.00am Burry Port Holy Mass – Memorial: St. Irenaeus, Bishop & Martyr
Tuesday June 29th 6.30pm Burry Port Holy Mass – Solemnity: Ss PETER and PAUL
Wednesday June 30th 6.30pm Burry Port Benediction and Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Thursday July 1st 6.30pm Burry Port Holy Mass – Solemnity: The Nativity of St. John the Baptist
Friday July 2nd 9.00am Burry Port Holy Mass
Saturday July 3rd 6.30pm Burry Port Holy Vigil Mass of The 14th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Sunday July 4th 10.30am Kidwelly Holy Mass of The 14th Sunday of the Ordinary Time
SACRAMENT OF CONFESSION: -
Burry Port – 6.00 – 6.30pm on Thursday and Saturday.
Kidwelly – 10.00 – 10.30am on Sunday
Tuesday, 29 June 2010
Our New Parish Priest
NEW PARISH PRIEST – FATHER PAUL JOSEPH, WHO WILL BE OUR PARISH PRIEST WHEN FATHER THOMAS LEAVES FOR TANZANIA, WILL BE ARRIVING ON FRIDAY. WE EXTEND A VERY WARM WELCOME TO FATHER PAUL AND PRAY THAT HE WILL BE VERY HAPPY HERE.
Jack Kenny's St David's Medal
SAINT DAVID’S DIOCESAN MEDAL – The St. David's Diocesan Medal (Bene Merenti) was awarded to Jack Kenny for his faithful service to God and His Church on Friday 25th June at 7.00pm at Our Lady and St. Cadoc, Kidwelly by Bishop Thomas Matthew Burns. It was wonderful that so many parishioners were able to attend Mass on this special occasion.
May we take this opportunity to thank Jack, Vera and family for inviting us to share this special evening and for the warm hospitality shown to all at the buffet afterwards.
Webmaster's note: See photos from the Mass a few posts down on this site
May we take this opportunity to thank Jack, Vera and family for inviting us to share this special evening and for the warm hospitality shown to all at the buffet afterwards.
Webmaster's note: See photos from the Mass a few posts down on this site
Caldey Island Pilgrimage - Report
PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO CALDEY ISLAND – A pilgrimage to Caldey Island took place on Saturday 26th June.
Twenty-one parishioners and friends travelled from Burry Port and Kidwelly in glorious sunshine to Tenby and then caught the boat over to Caldey Island where Father Thomas celebrated Mass in the small church of St. David. It was a truly wonderful day thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Webmaster's note: We hope to have some photos from the pilgrimage to put online soon.
Twenty-one parishioners and friends travelled from Burry Port and Kidwelly in glorious sunshine to Tenby and then caught the boat over to Caldey Island where Father Thomas celebrated Mass in the small church of St. David. It was a truly wonderful day thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Webmaster's note: We hope to have some photos from the pilgrimage to put online soon.
Thank you from the Mayor
THANK YOU –
Stephen James would like to express his sincere thanks to all who attended Mass last Sunday to celebrate his Mayoral term of office.
Thank you also to His Lordship, Bishop Mullins, Father Thomas,all the altar servers, the readers and all who helped make the day so memorable.
Stephen James would like to express his sincere thanks to all who attended Mass last Sunday to celebrate his Mayoral term of office.
Thank you also to His Lordship, Bishop Mullins, Father Thomas,all the altar servers, the readers and all who helped make the day so memorable.
Guild of Ransom Gift to the Parish
GUILD OF RANSOM – Fr. Thomas was handed a cheque for £6,000 from Bishop Tom on Friday. This magnificent donation to the parish has been received from The Guild of Ransom. Our parish is fortunate to have received over the last number of years substancial financial support from the guild, we thank Our Lord for providing such holy organisations to look after the material good of his church. A mass of thanks giving for the work of the guild will be held in the near future. Deo Gratias.
Sunday, 27 June 2010
Friday, 25 June 2010
Jack Kenny Receives the St David Medal from Bishop Burns
Tonight in Kidwelly, at the Church of Our Lady & St Cadoc, the parish came together for a Mass celebrated by Bishop Thomas Burns, our outgoing parish priest Fr. Thomas and our new parish priest Fr. Paul Joseph.
The Bishop was in our parish to present Jack Kenny with the newly established St David medal, for his many years of service to the parish.
With a chance to meet our new parish priest it was a most eventful evening.
Here are some photos from the evening:
Bishop Burns explains the significance of the new St David medal before presenting it to its very first recipient, Jack Kenny.
Jack says a few words on his work for the Church in Kidwelly, to loud applause from all present.
Bishop Burns presents Fr. Thomas with a poem written for the occasion of his departure from Wales to Africa.
Our new parish priest Fr. Paul Joseph joins Jack, Bishop Burns and Fr. Thomas before the altar.
Jack's family join him at the altar:
The Bishop was in our parish to present Jack Kenny with the newly established St David medal, for his many years of service to the parish.
With a chance to meet our new parish priest it was a most eventful evening.
Here are some photos from the evening:
Bishop Burns explains the significance of the new St David medal before presenting it to its very first recipient, Jack Kenny.
Jack says a few words on his work for the Church in Kidwelly, to loud applause from all present.
Bishop Burns presents Fr. Thomas with a poem written for the occasion of his departure from Wales to Africa.
Our new parish priest Fr. Paul Joseph joins Jack, Bishop Burns and Fr. Thomas before the altar.
Jack's family join him at the altar:
Thursday, 24 June 2010
Next Week's Mass Times (NB: Bishop on Friday, Caldey Island on Saturday)
Thursday June 24th 6.30pm Burry Port Holy Mass – Solemnity: The Nativity of St. John the Baptist
Friday June 25th 7.00pm Kidwelly Holy Mass - Bishop Tom will present the Bene Merenti to Jack Kenny
Sunday June 27th 10.30am Kidwelly Holy Mass of The 13th Sunday of the Year
NB. There will be no Mass on Saturday 26th June in Burry Port, as the parish will be going to Tenby and Caldey Island on a pilgrimage. Therefore, there will be only one Mass, which will be celebrated on Sunday at Kidwelly at 10.30 am.
SACRAMENT OF CONFESSION: -
Burry Port – 6.00 – 6.30pm on Thursday and Saturday.
Kidwelly – 10.00 – 10.30am on Sunday
COLLECTIONS:
B. Port – wkly. £130.73 (46)
Kw. – wkly. £79.20 (44)
There will be a collection next weekend for Peter’s Pence.
Friday June 25th 7.00pm Kidwelly Holy Mass - Bishop Tom will present the Bene Merenti to Jack Kenny
Sunday June 27th 10.30am Kidwelly Holy Mass of The 13th Sunday of the Year
NB. There will be no Mass on Saturday 26th June in Burry Port, as the parish will be going to Tenby and Caldey Island on a pilgrimage. Therefore, there will be only one Mass, which will be celebrated on Sunday at Kidwelly at 10.30 am.
SACRAMENT OF CONFESSION: -
Burry Port – 6.00 – 6.30pm on Thursday and Saturday.
Kidwelly – 10.00 – 10.30am on Sunday
COLLECTIONS:
B. Port – wkly. £130.73 (46)
Kw. – wkly. £79.20 (44)
There will be a collection next weekend for Peter’s Pence.
Caldey Island Pilgrimage - Final Details
PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO CALDEY ISLAND – A pilgrimage to Caldey Island has been organised for Saturday 26th June. Please leave your names with Justyn this weekend if you wish to attend.
A 28-seater bus had been booked (there are only a few seats left) and the cost will be £7 per person for transport. The bus will leave the Church at Burry Port at 9.00 am and will be picking up parishioners in Pembrey (Square and Trenel) and Kidwelly Church en-route.
We will celebrate Mass in St David’s Church on Caldey Island at 1.00 pm. The Bus will leave Tenby at 5.30pm.
A 28-seater bus had been booked (there are only a few seats left) and the cost will be £7 per person for transport. The bus will leave the Church at Burry Port at 9.00 am and will be picking up parishioners in Pembrey (Square and Trenel) and Kidwelly Church en-route.
We will celebrate Mass in St David’s Church on Caldey Island at 1.00 pm. The Bus will leave Tenby at 5.30pm.
Friends of Fransalians Leaflet
FRIENDS OF FRANSALIANS –
A leaflet has be produced with information on Fr Thomas African Mission in Tanzania. Please feel free to take one and have a read and perhaps pass on to friends and relatives. For those who wish to support the project, more information with be made available in the coming weeks, However, if you would like to make an immediate contribution please speak with Fr Thomas. Once again Father Thomas thanks you all for your kind support.
A leaflet has be produced with information on Fr Thomas African Mission in Tanzania. Please feel free to take one and have a read and perhaps pass on to friends and relatives. For those who wish to support the project, more information with be made available in the coming weeks, However, if you would like to make an immediate contribution please speak with Fr Thomas. Once again Father Thomas thanks you all for your kind support.
Fr. Thomas's Leaving Party
As you are probably aware Father Thomas will be leaving our Parish during the early part of July and parishioners feel it would be fitting to have a gathering to thank him for all the good work he has undertaken while looking after us for almost two years.
We have, therefore, made a provisional booking of the hall at Mynydd-y-Garreg for Sunday the 27th June at 12 noon to hold a ‘farewell lunch party’.
There is a list on the notice boards at both churches of various foodstuffs required. If you wish to donate please leave your name alongside the item on the list.
Before Father leaves it would be nice to present him with a gift to remind him of his time at Burry Port and Kidwelly (we know he needs a portable Mass Set for his mission work in Africa). Therefore if you would like to make a donation towards the gift please put this in an envelope and hand it to Stephen or Mark without Father seeing as we hope to keep everything a surprise. THANK YOU ALL.
We have, therefore, made a provisional booking of the hall at Mynydd-y-Garreg for Sunday the 27th June at 12 noon to hold a ‘farewell lunch party’.
There is a list on the notice boards at both churches of various foodstuffs required. If you wish to donate please leave your name alongside the item on the list.
Before Father leaves it would be nice to present him with a gift to remind him of his time at Burry Port and Kidwelly (we know he needs a portable Mass Set for his mission work in Africa). Therefore if you would like to make a donation towards the gift please put this in an envelope and hand it to Stephen or Mark without Father seeing as we hope to keep everything a surprise. THANK YOU ALL.
Monday, 21 June 2010
Mayoral Mass a Huge Success
The Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea, Burry Port was packed out for the Mayoral Mass to celebrate Stephen James becoming Mayor of Burry Port and Pembrey.
With the Mass officiated by Bishop Mullins and Father Kochalumchuvattil, with four altar servers, and a good representation from the Kidwelly and Burry Port churches, and many local dignitaries and members of the local community, the Eucharistic service went very well.
With the Burry Port Male Voice Choir singing traditional hymns, and local singer Elizabeth Bowen giving a stirring rendition of Ave Maria especially, it was a very moving experience.
After the Mass the celebrants, servers and dignitaries joined our new Mayor for a photo in front of the altar.
Afterwards everyone was invited to an afternoon tea and light buffet at Burry Port Memorial Hall, and a thoroughly enjoyable time was had by all.
So congratulations, from everyone in our parish, to Stephen James on becoming Mayor and the hard working Mary James on becoming the Lady Mayoress.
With the Mass officiated by Bishop Mullins and Father Kochalumchuvattil, with four altar servers, and a good representation from the Kidwelly and Burry Port churches, and many local dignitaries and members of the local community, the Eucharistic service went very well.
With the Burry Port Male Voice Choir singing traditional hymns, and local singer Elizabeth Bowen giving a stirring rendition of Ave Maria especially, it was a very moving experience.
After the Mass the celebrants, servers and dignitaries joined our new Mayor for a photo in front of the altar.
Afterwards everyone was invited to an afternoon tea and light buffet at Burry Port Memorial Hall, and a thoroughly enjoyable time was had by all.
So congratulations, from everyone in our parish, to Stephen James on becoming Mayor and the hard working Mary James on becoming the Lady Mayoress.
Tuesday, 15 June 2010
Mass For New Mayor of Burry Port & Pembrey
CONGRATULATIONS –
Many congratulations to Stephen James who has been elected Mayor of Burry Port and Pembrey for 2010/12. Stephen is the youngest Councillor and only the second Catholic to hold this post.
His Mayoral Mass will be held next Sunday 20th June at 2.30pm at Our Lady Star of the Sea, Burry Port and all are welcome to attend the Eucharistic Service.
We all wish him a very successful term of office.
Many congratulations to Stephen James who has been elected Mayor of Burry Port and Pembrey for 2010/12. Stephen is the youngest Councillor and only the second Catholic to hold this post.
His Mayoral Mass will be held next Sunday 20th June at 2.30pm at Our Lady Star of the Sea, Burry Port and all are welcome to attend the Eucharistic Service.
We all wish him a very successful term of office.
Parish Focuses on South Africa
THANK YOU – to all who attended the meeting with Father regarding his mission in South Africa. The discussion was very helpful and encouraging and more information will be published shortly. Once againg Father Thomas thanks you all.
Caldey Island Pilgrimage - Tickets £7
PARISH PILGRIMAGE TO CALDEY ISLAND –
A pilgrimage to Caldey Island has been organised for Saturday 26th June. Please leave your names with Justyn this weekend if you wish to attend.
A 28-seater bus had been booked (there are only a few seats left) and the cost will be £7 per person for transport.
The bus will leave the Church at Burry Port at 9.00 am and will be picking up parishioners in Pembrey (Square and Trenel) and Kidwelly Church en-route.
We are trying to arrange a Mass in Caldey Abbey on the day. Final arrangements will be published next weekend.
A pilgrimage to Caldey Island has been organised for Saturday 26th June. Please leave your names with Justyn this weekend if you wish to attend.
A 28-seater bus had been booked (there are only a few seats left) and the cost will be £7 per person for transport.
The bus will leave the Church at Burry Port at 9.00 am and will be picking up parishioners in Pembrey (Square and Trenel) and Kidwelly Church en-route.
We are trying to arrange a Mass in Caldey Abbey on the day. Final arrangements will be published next weekend.
Friday, 11 June 2010
Friends of Fransalians Meeting
FRIENDS OF FRANSALIANS -
A Meeting has been arranged for Thursday10th June at 7.00pm in the church hall at Burry Port to set up a parish group who are interested in helping out Fr. Thomas for his mission in Tanzania. Those who are interested are most welcome to attend.
A Meeting has been arranged for Thursday10th June at 7.00pm in the church hall at Burry Port to set up a parish group who are interested in helping out Fr. Thomas for his mission in Tanzania. Those who are interested are most welcome to attend.
Bene Merenti to be Awarded to Jack Kenny
SAINT DAVID’S DIOCESAN MEDAL –
The St. David's Diocesan Medal (Bene Merenti) will be awarded to Jack Kenny for his faithful service to God and His Church on Friday 25th June at 7.00pm at Our Lady and St. Cadoc, Kidwelly. The Medal will be presented to Jack by Bishop Thomas Matthew Burns and all parishioners are invited to attend Mass.
The St. David's Diocesan Medal (Bene Merenti) will be awarded to Jack Kenny for his faithful service to God and His Church on Friday 25th June at 7.00pm at Our Lady and St. Cadoc, Kidwelly. The Medal will be presented to Jack by Bishop Thomas Matthew Burns and all parishioners are invited to attend Mass.
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