For the terminally ill
We pray that those with a terminal illness, and their families, receive the necessary physical and spiritual care and accompaniment.Pope Francis reminds us that even when little chance for a cure exists,
“every sick person has the right to medical, psychological, spiritual and human assistance. ... Healing is not always possible, but we can always care for the sick person, caress them.”
During this month we might think about what we can do to show care for those who are ill and those who look after them, this may be a listening ear, a practical offer of assistance or a prayer.
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Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes
Tomorrow is the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes. Lourdes is a place of pilgrimage for those who are sick. If there are any parishioners willing to share their experience of going to Lourdes then please get in touch.