News

JUNE IS THE MONTH OF THE SACRED HEART

On the Friday following the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Because this solemnity usually falls in June, this month is also known as the “Month of the Sacred Heart.” Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is all about pondering Christ’s love and meditating on Christ’s suffering.

Please pray for the sick and homebound of our parish communities and all those in need of our prayers especially: Sr Scholastica, Val Alder, Michael B, Carol Barton, Philip and Ellen Bovill, Tony Brook, Dennis Buckley, Theresa Bulpitt, Hanna Cabaj, Lorna Chambers, Katie Chantler, Diane and Patrick Coade, Peter Cooney, Gary Cooper, Pamela Fraser Cox, Pat Edes, Angie Geyser, Ken Giles, Barabara Gillies, Jan Godden, Pat Grant, Noreen Guy, Christine Haddat, Sheila Harris, Josie Hamilton, Nell Hayes, Marie Hodge, Michael Jennings, Jeannette Keeler, Juliette Ketteridge, Marie Mews, Gerard Nash, Jean O’Driscoll, Natasha Pelosi, Frances Porter, Jo Rae, Cecilia Ransom, Jean Reid, Joyce Rogers, Pat Rogers, Sonia and Ruth Scarrott, Peter Seely, Hilary Seymour, Linda Stanbrook, Barbie Straker, Alan Taylor, Mary Thompson, Pam Tookey, Cecelia Vivian, Mickey Walkinshaw, Bob Wooler, Peggy Woolnough, Hazel Wyld.

Please pray for everyone who is sick, for the protection of the elderly and the vulnerable, for all who are suffering anxiety and worry, for the NHS medical staff and all who care for the sick. We should also pray for the well-being and financial security of all.

For those who have died and for those whose anniversaries occur at this time. Please remember to pray for the Holy Souls in Purgatory. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

PRAYER TO ST JOSEPH

Hail, Guardian of the Redeemer, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. To you God entrusted his only Son; in you Mary placed her trust; with you Christ became man. Blessed Joseph, to us too, show yourself a father and guide us in the path of life. Obtain for us grace, mercy, and courage, and defend us from every evil. Amen.

HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER INTENTION – JUNE

The Holy Father invites us to pray For the value of sports. Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace, encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth.

VOCATIONS

"For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son." The Trinity’s love calls each of us to respond generously, offering our lives in service and fidelity. In priesthood, this gift is lived out daily through the sacraments, pastoral care, and witnessing Christ’s love to the world. Might God be inviting you to follow this path? For more information talk to your priest or contact Canon John Cooke: call 01329 318869 or email: vocations@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk

KEEP IN TOUCH

To receive the Island newsletter by email please send a blank email to iowadmin@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk putting ‘email newsletter’ in the subject line. To receive a copy of the newsletter by post please contact an Admin Office.

ISLAND NEWSLETTER

Items for the Newsletter should be received by 1200 Wednesday. Please email: iowadmin@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk or put a note through the letterbox of Presentation House

CONTACTLESS GIVING

It is now possible to contribute to Offertory giving via Contactless Payments or Chip ‘n’ Pin using the electronic pad at the back of church by touching the screen and following the simple instructions. There is also an option to Gift Aid contributions. Alternatively, use the myDona link: https://donate.mydona.com/cdp-catholic-wight or use the QR code below

BOOST YOUR GIVING FOR FREE WITH GIFT AID

If you support our church via a regular Standing Order, you can make your donations go 25% further at absolutely no extra cost to you by signing a Gift Aid declaration. Through this government scheme, the church can reclaim 25p for every £1 you give. To qualify, you just need to be a UK taxpayer who has paid enough Income Tax or Capital Gains Tax this year to cover the amount all your chosen charities will claim. If you haven’t already, please complete a quick Gift Aid form today—it takes moments but makes a massive difference to our parish. Link here: Gift Aid Form

READINGS FOR SUNDAYS IN YEAR A:

The Most Holy Trinity – Ex 34:4-6.8-9; 2Cor 13:11-13; Jn 3:6-18.

The Body & Blood of Christ – Dt 8:2-3.14-16; 1Cor 10:16-17; Jn 6:51-58.

Eleventh Sunday – Ex 19:2-6a; Rom 5:6-11; Mt 9:36-10:8.

PROFESSION OF FAITH – ORDINARY TIME

We return to saying the Niceno-Constantinopolitan creed when making a profession of faith.

PARISH GROUPS

We ask all groups within the parish to complete the simple google form providing details of membership criteria including Mission, History, Contacts, Time of Meeting etc The form can be found at https://forms.gle/YWQHqvMbDB8dksRi9

DISCOVER MORE ABOUT THE CATHOLIC FAITH (R.C.I.A.)

A new R.C.I.A. group will begin this September, running through until Easter. This welcoming programme is for non-baptized adults, Christians from other churches looking to join the Catholic Church, or baptized Catholics wishing to complete their Sacraments of Confirmation and Holy Eucharist. It is also a wonderful opportunity for anyone wanting to return to or deepen their faith. If you or someone you know is interested, please speak with your parish priest or send us an email iowadmin@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk

ST MARY’S CHURCH CHOIR

Supporting the liturgy at St Mary’s on Sunday at 1100 Mass with a rehearsal the previous Friday evening 1800-1900. New members always welcome.

ST MARY’S CHURCH TOURS

There are (free) guided tours of St Mary's Church, Ryde throughout the Summer. Please Telephone Peter 07790 892592 to arrange a tour.

COMMUNITEA meets every second Monday of the month, 1400-1600, in the small hall, St Mary’s Church, High Street, Ryde. Come for tea and a chat. Car parking available at the back of the church. The next gathering is this Monday 8 June 2026

LECTIO DIVINA PRAYER GROUP

Praying with the forthcoming Sunday Gospel. The Lectio Divina prayer group meets every Tuesday after midday Mass at 1245 - 1400 in The McCauley Centre. Please bring a packed lunch, hot drinks will be provided. All are very welcome, for more info ring Cathy Green on 07712896071 or Ann Neale 07704556753

ENGAGED AND MARRIED COUPLES RETREAT

run by the Verbum Dei Community 13-15 June. It wants to explore how Catholic families are called to be "...like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season." (Ps 1:3) Our couples' retreats want to give space for the couple to nurture their relationship in the love of God, to grow in their communication and explore their renewed purpose and mission. For more info, please, contact: verbumdei.iow@gmail.com

A SECULAR FRANCISCAN ORDER RETREAT

Saturday 19 September, 1000-1730 We warmly invite you to a reflective and enriching retreat exploring Franciscan peace and joy through prayer and self- discovery. The aim is to be better disposed to bring healing and reconciliation to today’s world. At Verbum Dei Retreat Centre. For details/cost: Sharon 07546 959242 stdwhitaker@gmail.com

CARITAS The Parish Caritas Representative is a new volunteer role to support the Church to reach out to those in need in the wider community. You will connect the parish/pastoral area with Caritas Portsmouth to enable the sharing information, campaigns, initiatives and support. You will also the point of contact within a parish that will enable to the Church to respond to urgent or newly emerging needs in these unpredictable times. No experience is needed for the role, just a passion to put faith into action and to make a difference. More information here: Parish-Caritas-Rep-volunteer- role-profile.pdf If you have any questions or want to apply, please contact Jenny at caritas@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk

GOING INTO ST MARY’S HOSPITAL

If you are going into hospital, please notify your priest or local admin office. As access to the hospital may be restricted, a useful suggestion is that the patient carries a note to give to hospital staff on admission notifying staff that they are Catholic and that they would really appreciate a visit from a Catholic priest.

IOW CATHOLIC HISTORY SOCIETY

The latest Catholic History Society newsletter is now available to read on their website: http://www.iow-chs.org

SAFE SPACES

is a free and independent support service, providing a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused by someone in the Church or as a result of their relationship with the Church of England, the Catholic Church of England and Wales or the Church in Wales. Remote support is provided through a helpline and Live Chat. They can help with advocating with authorities and other agencies, giving emotional support, providing information and working together in individual support plans. Website www.safespacesenglandandwales.org.uk Phone 0300 3030 1056.

WATCH MASS LIVE

There are a number of parishes in the diocese that provide access to live-streamed Masses: https://www.churchservices.tv

Live Mass (http://www.livemass.net) offers links to Mass being streamed in many churches across the world.

The Catholic National Shrine and Basilica of Our Lady of Walsingham: https://walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/

Visit the Vatican News YouTube channel - www.youtube.com/user/vatican/videos

CATHOLIC WIGHT

News

JUNE IS THE MONTH OF THE SACRED HEART