Holy Souls Church

A reflection from Pope Francis for the Year of Prayer

on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul

We consider those times when our prayers appear to go unanswered.  We think, for example, of the heartfelt prayers we offer for our sick children, or for our friends who experience great pain.  A mature faith trusts in the Lord's providence, his greater plan for our lives and our world, yet we naturally feel deep disappointment when our petitions seem to go unheard.  Jesus shows us by his own example that God understands our sufferings, yet does not always immediately grant our wishes.  In Gethsemane, Jesus offered a prayer that seemed to go unanswered; yet his complete trust in the Father's will led to our salvation and the glory of the resurrection.  Evil never has the last word.

To read the full reflection and find more resources at dioceseofnottingham.uk/yearofprayer

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New Parish Name and other Developments

The three current parish councils will meet, together with any other parishioners, or school representatives who wish to attend, at Holy Souls Church on Monday 1^st July at 7.00 pm to pray and to discuss which should be the top three preferences for the new name.  We will then vote and decide a shortlist of three, which will be passed on to the Bishop for his final decision.