As you know dear brothers and sisters, this is the time of year when our Bishop calls his priests to discuss parish moves and new appointments. Over the past few days, I have found it very difficult to keep going after hearing the news. I received a call from the Bishop – he told me that he has received many letters and many emails from our parishioners which clearly shows your love and affection for me. For this I am most grateful to all of you. However, I have some sad news to share; the Bishop has asked me to move to the mainland. I have always been so close to all of you but it is difficult for me to separate myself from you. The day I found out that I had to move away from here was one of the hardest days for me to accept. Every second of my life in Guernsey has been a blessing and I have truly, truly enjoyed my time here. I do not know how much I have achieved during these years, but I can tell you all without a moment’s hesitation, that you have made me feel completely at home with all of you. You have made me smile every day; you have made me laugh countless times and today you are making me cry. Where ever I may be I will always remember you. You are among the most wonderful people that I have ever met in my entire life. As planned, I will be going to India for my holiday. I will return to Guernsey at the end of July and the Bishop has asked me to take up my new appointment some time in September. I do not want to say any more at this moment because I know I will cry. Father Inna

You can help our neighbours affected by the 24th June earthquakes in Venezuela with emergency shelter, water and food. CAFOD is already working with local Church partners to support people who have lost their homes, but we need your support to help more survivors. Your donation will provide essential supplies and help families rebuild their lives. Donate to the CAFOD-DEC Venezuela Earthquake Appeal today: cafod.org.uk/Venezuela or call 0300 999 0030 or scan the QR code. Please keep our neighbours in Venezuela in your prayers. Thank you for your continued generosity!

Pornography consumes thousands of men, women and young people at alarming speed. Once trapped, it is extremely difficult to become free from its grip.

‘Breaking Free’ is a little booklet at the back of St Joseph’s Church that while in itself is not a cure, will show through prayer a way in which to help by breaking the cycle.

Why not buy one to inform yourself or for someone that you know. Copies are £3.50 and can be paid by card or cash in the porch.

A very big thank you to Margaret McDonaugh for donating her husband Ted’s sculptures and to all who bid for them.

To date we have raised £945 for Church funds.

The Holy Spirit Prayer Group will be meeting on Monday 6th July from 7:30pm-8:30pm in St Joseph’s Parish Room.

Tea/Coffee available from 7:00pm.

Everyone is most welcome! For more information contact Frank on 07781 108394.

Coffee Morning on Wednesday 8th July in St Josephs Parish Room and on every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month.

Drop in any time between 9:30am-11:30am. Everyone is welcome.

The UCM will be meeting on Tuesday 14th July at 7:00pm in St Joseph’s Parish Room.

This months talk will be given by Guernsey Seaweed. A local company making seaweed products including Culinary seasonings, bath and skincare items.

There will also be a raffle. Ladies of the Parish are very welcome.

Blanchelande College Open Morning on Saturday 26th September from 10:00am – 12:30pm. Come and visit Guernsey’s Catholic independent school for boys and girls from age 2 to 18. The Principal Mrs Alexa Yeoman will give a brief presentation at 10:00am followed by guided tours. Prospective families and parishioners are most welcome. For enquiries please contact Sonia Hollowell (Registrar) – Tel: 232744 / E-mail: hollowells@blanchelande.sch.gg

What a wonderful community we are blessed to have. It was a great joy to see so many parishioners gathered in the church and later in the garden on Wednesday for our Mass of Thanksgiving. It was a truly memorable evening, with such an excellent turnout, especially during the heatwave. The presence and support of so many people made the celebration especially meaningful. We extend our sincere thanks to Fr. Paul for joining us on this special occasion. We are also deeply grateful to our choir for generously sharing their time and talents, helping to make the liturgy so beautiful.

Special thanks go to the UCM and the Catenians for their magnificent work in organising and supporting the garden party. Their efforts were greatly appreciated. We also thank Ron for his hard work and support, as always. We are delighted to share that, so far, £945.00 has been raised from the sale of the sculptures. Deacon Mark will share the final total once all the figures have been confirmed. We are especially grateful to Margaret for so generously donating these beautiful pieces to our parish. This celebration truly reflects what it means to be a loving parish family: coming together to celebrate the Holy Mass with reverence and then enjoying a joyful gathering filled with smiles, laughter and friendship in the garden. It has been wonderful to see our parish community united in faith, fellowship and thanksgiving. Thank you to everyone who contributed in any way to making this occasion such a success. Fr. Inna

The Holy Spirit Prayer Group will be having an evening of ADORATION of the BLESSED SACRAMENT on Monday 29th June from 7:30pm-8:30pm in St Josephs Parish Room.

Tea/Coffee is available from 7:00pm. There will be some hymns followed by silent ‘Adoration’. Prayer ministry will also be available.

If you need prayer for anything at all, this is an opportunity to come and receive prayer. Everyone is welcome, either for the whole evening or for part of the time.