Jesus is not going to go away.
After twenty centuries, all those who thought the Christian Phenomena was a fad have been disproved. Those who thought killing the eyewitnesses would stop the story spreading have been disproved. Jesus is not going away! The reason Jesus is still here is because of the Church. Jesus commissioned those first disciples to baptise, teach and unleash his Spirit wherever they went. And that Spirit has kept the Church alive, though humans and our institutions have done everything possible at times to unhinge it.

Jesus is not going away, because we are here. We accept the Gospel as true for our lives and for the world. We embrace our baptism and learn all we can about our faith. We teach these truths to the next
generation in our words and in our witness. And sometimes we let the Holy Spirit blow through our lives and into our world. Jesus said he would be with us always and he meant it.

WELCOME TO HOLY FAMILY PARISH

Feast of the Ascension

Readings may be found in your Sunday Missal on page 648

RESPONSORIAL PSALM
God goes up with shouts of Joy; the Lord goes up with trumpet blast.

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
Alleluia! Alleluia! Go make disciples of all the nations; I am with you always; yes, to the end of time. Alleluia!

REPOSITORY
First Holy Communion Gifts are now available. These include hand crafted items, gift sets, sterling silver necklaces for both boys and girls. There are also Rosary beads, missals, photo frames, bookmarks and prayer cards. Beautiful hand crafted cards are available to order. Go and take a look - you wont find a better selection in Slough!

PARISH BOOK CLUB:
As we are meeting in May (12th and 19th) we thought we would ask you to read a book about Mary. It is entitled "All Generations will call me Blessed" by Jim McManus C.Ss.R. Please pick up your copy a.s.a.p. The cost is just £9.

OFFERTORY COLLECTION:
Counters this week, Pat Hyland & Liam Leyden. Last week's collection was £809.25 plus standing orders. Thank you very much.

SECOND COLLECTION
today at all the masses for the work of the Church in the Media.

LOCAL YOUTH MINISTRY GATHERING
To take place in our Narthex on Wednesday 4th June at 7.00 p.m. This is a gettogether for all Priests, Catechists, youth Leaders, volunteers, helpers, parents, teachers or anyone who works with young people in the Parish. There will also be ideas for games and praying with young people and a display of resources. If you would like to attend, please ring 01844 273337 or have a word with Kieran.

SR. M. IMMACULATA 
In 1958 Sheila Howlin left our parish to become a Religious Sister. She is now Mother Superior in a Mission in The Congo. Her family have asked if we could help with some necessities such as cotton wool, ear buds, plasters, bandages, tape, talcum powder and antibacterial wipes.
Or you could leave a small donation in an envelope marked 'Sheila' These items may be left in the Narthex or at the Presbytery. With thanks in anticipation.

HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL
Hold their annual May Day Fete on Monday 5th May from 1.30-4.30 p.m. The theme this year is 'The Olympics' all are wel­come to attend this event which always has great stalls and good food

VOCATIONS WEEKEND
To be held on the weekend 16-18th May at St John's Church, Luton. During the weekend such matters as how to know if God is calling you and what sort of person might become a priest, will be discussed. If you are interested in finding out more about the priesthood than please contact Fr Mark Floody on 01582 502400.

OFFERTORY ENVELOPES:
Can those people who use envelopes please collect them from the narthex. If you would like to use envelopes please put your name and address on the clip-board file on the table and there will be a box for you next week. Gift aid forms and standing order forms are also available and should be returned to the presbytery when completed. Many thanks for your continued support

LANGLEY COMMUNITY COFFEE SHOP
On The first Tuesday of each month beginning May 6th there will be a book exchange. You will be able to swap books for new ones and have a coffee and chat. Unfortunately there is no room to store surplus books.

ST BERNARD'S SUMMER FETE
will take place from 1 -4.00 p.m. on Saturday 10th May. Lots of wonderful stalls, great food, a bungee run, putting competition, gladiatorial joust and a rodeo bull.

HOLY FAMILY CLUB ENTERTAINMENT
Saturday; bingo extra and disco music. On Sunday evening the Westsiders will perform.

PENTECOST RENEWAL
A period of prayer in preparation for the great feast of Pentecost will take place on Thursday and Friday the 8th & 9th of May at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church on Wexham Road from 7.00-8.30 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

UCM
There will be a mass on Thursday 8th May 7.30 to celebrate WUCWO (World Union of Catholic Women's Organisations) the Union of Catholic Mothers would like to invite all parishioners to attend.
Tea and chat afterwards!

Have a good week and remember Next Sunday is Pentecost try and wear red.

HEARING IMPAIRED?
Switch your aid to setting T to benefit from our loop system

Have a good week.