Pope Benedict, New Evangelisation, Ordinariates

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In the United Kingdom the Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham continues to lead in its forward vision of programming and events to build up that newborn portion of the Church.  After my brief comments, I have copied the list of forthcoming happenings as printed in the excellent e-Newsletter of the OLW-Ordinariate which keeps all apprised both home and abroad of the work of the OLW-Ordinariate.  

Naturally, these sorts of events are normative from the C of E experience, but it is wonderful to see the Personal Ordinariate not missing a beat and carrying on with what needs to be done in a calm and efficient manner.  Of course, that is what the English do, isn't it?  Keep Calm and Carry On. Bravo to Msgr. Newton for guiding this little barque in the flotilla of St. Peter forward and locating the Personal Ordinariate daily within the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

The forthcoming one day event at Buckfast Abbey with Professor Tracey Rowland entitled "The New Evangelisation in the thought of Pope Benedict" I wish to 'underline' as a valuable and important contribution toward locating the theological resources that should underpin the Missionary Vision of the Personal Ordinariates as they are adapted in local situations.  For those of us from the English-speaking world outwith the UK, should we be in England on holiday it would be most worthwhile to take in this event.  I'd think to be certain that there is room available for one to attend it is best to contact Fr Ian Hillyer at the link provided. 
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Saturday 30th June 2012 -  The New Evangelisation in the thought of Pope Benedict
Professor Tracey Rowland, Dean and Permanent Fellow of the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family, Melbourne, will present a concise examination of the idea of the New Evangelisation in the writings of Pope Benedict XVI, with particular reference to the establishment of Personal Ordinariates. The day will take place at Buckfast Abbey Conference Centre. Tickets are £5 (to help cover costs) and are available from Fr Ian Hellyer.

Forthcoming events in the Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham, UK

Sunday 24th June 2012 at 11am - Ordinary to preside at Mass in Portsmouth

Monsignor Newton will preside and preach at the Church of St Agatha, Portsmouth for the IoW and Portsmouth Ordinariate Group.

Saturday 30th June 2012 -  The New Evangelisation in the thought of Pope Benedict

Professor Tracey Rowland, Dean and Permanent Fellow of the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family, Melbourne, will present a concise examination of the idea of the New Evangelisation in the writings of Pope Benedict XVI, with particular reference to the establishment of Personal Ordinariates. The day will take place at Buckfast Abbey Conference Centre. Tickets are £5 (to help cover costs) and are available from Fr Ian Hellyer.

Friday 6th – 8th July 2012 - Invocation 2012

Invocation is a national festival for young adults held in the grounds of St Mary’s College, Oscott from 6-8 July 2012. The festival is aimed at young men and women aged 16-35, who are looking to deepen their relationship with Christ and are open to possibility of a vocation to the priesthood or Religious life. A number of members of the Ordinariate were present last year. This year the relic of the heart of St John Vianney will be present at the festival. 

Saturday July 14th 2012 - Annual Pilgrimage of Reparation and Consecration to Walsingham

This will be Led by Fr. Ivan Aquilina of the Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham. 

Saturday 28th July 2012 – A day with Newman at Littlemore

The Portal Magazine is organising this event giving the opportunity to spend a day in Littlemore on Saturday 28th July 2012. Hear about Blessed John Henry Newman’s time at Littlemore, attend Mass and enjoy a good lunch. Further details, timings and booking details for the day are published here. 

Thursday 9th - 12th August 2012 - Blessed John Paul II Walking Pilgrimage

Members of the Ordinariate are taking part in the Blessed John Paul II walking pilgrimage to Walsingham for the New Evangelisation in England & Wales. The 50 mile pilgrimage starts with Mass in the ruins of the Abbey at Bury St Edmunds and concludes at the Sunday Mass in the National Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham. Accommodation and food are provided as is transportation each day for luggage. Morning & Evening Prayer is sung each day and Mass is celebrated en route with prayers, hymns, rosary and talks as the pilgrims walk along. The cost is £55 per person. Further information and booking from Sister Hyacinthe OP. 

Saturday 15 September 2012 - National Pilgrimage to Walsingham

The Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of Walsingham is organising a National Pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham on Saturday 15 September 2012. More details here. 

+Our Lady of Walsingham, pray for us.