FR DAVID WRITES:
Many thanks to everyone who has very kindly sponsored my marathon for the Catholic Children’s Society, either online or by giving to the second collection last weekend. You have been very generous – thank you all.
MOTHERS’ DAY:
Wishing a happy Mother’s Day to one and all, from Fr David and Fr Gabriele.
CONFIRMATION 2018:
Candidates next meeting on Saturday at 4.50 pm.
MARCH BAPTISM COURSE:
The Baptism course continues Monday 12th March at 7.30pm.
PRAY FOR PERSECUTED CHRISTIANS:
Pray the Rosary for persecuted Christians throughout the world every Sunday at 10.45 am.
AID TO THE CHURCH IN NEED:
supports Christians worldwide who are being persecuted for their faith. Next weekend at all Masses, you will hear about how you can support this charity in our Parish community through fundraising, prayer and raising awareness. You are invited to come to the Parish hall on Sunday morning for a fundraising event and to find out more about the charity. There will be a retiring collection after all Masses.
CHILDREN’S LITURGY:
We are looking for volunteers to assist with Children’s Liturgy that takes place during the 11.15 am Mass on term time Sundays. Please call the Office for details.
JACK CURLEY RIP:
The Requiem Mass is on Monday 12th March at 10 am. May he rest in peace.
VINCENZO CASTELLANO RIP:
Requiem Mass Wednesday 21st March at 10am. May he rest in peace.
PENITENTIAL SERVICES:
Take place on Tuesday 20th March at 2.30pm & 7pm.
HOLY LAND PARISH PILGRIMAGE:
There are still some places on the Pilgrimage (15th – 20th October) at a cost of £1,377 (plus optional extras). There are some forms in the paper shop or you can book via Tangney Tours on 01732 886666 if you would like to go.
FAIR TRADE AT EVERY MASS:
This week's Fair Trade stall is open after all Masses. We'll take orders for Easter Eggs which tell the real Easter story for collection after every Palm Sunday Mass.
CARDINAL’S MASS OF THANKSGIVING FOR THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY:
At Westminster Cathedral on Saturday, 19th May. The Cardinal will invite all couples in the Diocese who are celebrating their 5th 10th, 25th, 30th, 40th, 50th and 60th (and every year over 60) wedding anniversary of Catholic marriage in 2018. If this is you, please give the parish office the following details: husband and wife’s names, wedding date, full postal address and email (or telephone number, if no email).
ITALIAN MASS:
The next Italian Mass takes place on Saturday 17th March at 4pm.
PAPER SHOP:
We have a good selection of Easter Cards and St Patrick’s day cards and badges. The Shop is open before and after all Masses.
YOUNG ADULTS:
Meet this Sunday 11th March at 7.15pm in the Parish Hall.