RISEN ASCENDED GLORIFIED

THE PERSONAL ORDINARIATE OF OUR LADY OF WALSINGHAM UNDER THE PATRONAGE OF SAINT JOHN HENRY NEWMAN

RISEN ASCENDED GLORIFIED A celebration of faith 17th-19th May 2022 Our Lady of Walsingham With Saint Cuthbert Mayne Torquay TQ2 6HJ

Led by Mgr Keith Newton Biblical Reflections by Fr Michael Nazir-Ali

RISEN ASCENDED GLORIFIED

‘But God, who is rich in mercy, out of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead through our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up with him, and made us sit with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus.’

Ephesians 2.4

THE PANDEMIC has challenged us all as individuals, families and communities. The times of isolation and closed church doors are, by God’s grace, now past but the experience of ‘lockdowns’ has affected us all. Although many of our communities found imaginative ways of staying together we have not, as The Ordinariate, been able to have an extended time simply to be together and allow The Holy Spirit to refresh us through worship, fellowship and reflection.

One of the great joys of coming to a national event is the travelling with friends and then meeting others who are passionate about faith and share in the common life and reflect on the tasks we have been given as The Ordinariate.

A common reflection for those who attended the ‘Adoramus’ conference in Liverpool was the time outside the conference centre was as important as inside the conference building as it gave time for priests, deacons and laity to have quality time together and to meet new people. This is also true for those privileged to go on the last Ordinariate pilgrimage to Rome where worship and fellowship enhanced the visits to some of the most awe inspiring places of pilgrimage. However hard we have tried over these last years to live the life of the faithful to the full it has been challenging and to have this opportunity to come together for this conference I hope will excite us all.

THE CHALLENGE for all of us is to encourage each other to come together for this conference and let God speak to us as we seek to serve. ‘Risen, Ascended, Glorified’ will give us time to strengthen both our local and national bonds as this conference is open to all who journey in The Ordinariate both members and those who encourage us. It is very much hoped that pastors will encourage their respective communities to participate and to share with them in what is hoped will be very special days. Particularly welcome to these days are members of The Ordinariate who are far from any group.

THE INVITATION is for you to come. There is a modest cost of £30 to cover the expenses of these days which will include good food. The timetable is not too full and at the heart of our time together is worship. Fr Michael Nazir- Ali has kindly agreed to lead us in three biblical reflections on our main theme through the lens of the St Paul’s letter to The Ephesians. There will be the opportunity to share our experiences of The Pandemic and to hear and put questions to The Ordinary as well as enjoy being in ‘The English Rivera’.

ACCOMMODATION is in plentiful supply in Torbay and it is suggested that individuals and groups find their own accommodation with Bed and Breakfast. There are many hotels and guest houses within walking distance of The Church and should suit a range of budgets. It is hoped that groups will book to be together. It also means that people can extend their stay if they so wish to see more of beautiful Devon. It is recommended to look online in order to see the reviews but do contact torbay.conference@ordinariate.org.uk if you need assistance of have any queries.

TIMETABLE Tuesday 17th 15.00

Devon Cream Tea & Registration

16:00

Welcome

The Ordinary

HALL

16.30

Evensong After Third Collect Bible Reflection ”Risen” Ephesians 1 19-23

Fr Michael Nazir - Ali

CHURCH CHURCH

18.00

Mass

19.30

Italian Evening A three course dinner

CHURCH HALL

21.30

Compline

CHURCH

Wednesday 18th 8.00

Exposition

CHURCH

09.00

Mattins

CHURCH

09.30

Bible Reflection “Ascended” Ephesians 2 : 6-10 Fr Michael Nazir - Ali

CHURCH

Followed by Coffee

HALL

How was it for you?

Living in the pandemic and after.

CHURCH

12.00

Mass

CHURCH

13.00

Devon Ploughman's

13.45

Free time/ Excursions

16.30

Bible Reflection “Glorified” Ephesians 3 7-13 Fr Michael Nazir - Ali

CHURCH

17.30

The Rosary

CHURCH

18.00

Evensong & Benediction

CHURCH

10.50

19.30

French Evening An evening of French Cuisine and including “The Torquay Experience”

HALL

HALL

Thursday 19th 8.00

Exposition

CHURCH

09.00

Mattins

CHURCH

09.45

Time with The Ordinary

CHURCH

11.30

Followed by Coffee

HALL

Mass

CHURCH

Depart (or optional Lunch)

Registration To register or if you have any any queries please email.

torbay.conference@ordinariate.org.uk Please include name(s) and if you are coming from a particular group and if you have already booked your accommodation.

Please could you include any dietary requirements.

You can pay the £30pp registration when you arrive at Our Lady of Walsingham or you can pay as a group through your treasurer.

VENUE The Catholic Church of Our Lady of Walsingham With St Cuthbert Mayne Old Mill Road Chelston Torquay TQ2 6HJ Parish Website: ourladyofwalsingham.online Telephone: 01803 391703 Parish Priest: Fr David Lashbrooke

Our Lady of Walsingham. Pray for us