DEMENTIA FRIENDS:
The informal explanatory talks, given by Dementia Friends in our Small Hall, will end with the final session on Tuesday 11th November at 7.30 pm. Please let the Office or www.dementiafriends.org.uk, know if you intend to come.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS & READERS:
There will be an afternoon of reflection and discussion for Eucharistic Ministers and Readers on Saturday 29th November, from 1.30 to 5.30 pm. Please make every effort to attend.
NOVEMBER BLESSING OF THE GRAVES:
If you wish to have a grave blessed please meet at the entrance of the cemeteries on the following dates and times in November:
Trent Park: 2.30 pm on Sunday 9th.
Bells Hill: 3 pm on Sunday 16th.
New Southgate: 2.30 pm on 23rd.
NOVEMBER DEAD CEMETERY MASSES:
Monday 10th November at St Mary’s, Kensal Green, and 17th November at St Patricks, Leytonstone. Both are at 11.30 am.
MASS WITH YEARS 1 AND 4:
We will be joined by Years 1 & 4 for the 10 am Mass on Thursday 13th November.
FAIR TRADE:
Today's Fair Trade Stall has many items which will enhance your Christmas celebrations and make excellent presents for all ages – in the Hall after Mass.
EMMA D’AVANZO RIP:
The Requiem Mass will take place on Monday 10th November at 10 am.
ANGIOLINA BARBORINI RIP:
The body will be brought into church on Tuesday 11th November at 7 pm and the Requiem will follow on Wednesday at 10 am.
SICK AND RETIRED PRIESTS FUND:
This annual collection will take place next weekend. We now have over 80 sick and retired priests in the Diocese, depending on our support. Please give as much as you can, and if you pay income tax, please consider completing the Gift Aid declaration on the envelope, adding a further 25% of your donation from tax already paid on your earnings. Envelopes are available at the back of the church. Donations can also be made online at rcdow.org.uk/donations. Thank you.
CHILDREN’S LITURGY VOLUNTEERS:
During the 11.15 am Mass the younger children (4 – 7 years) are taken out by catechists to hear the Gospel in ways that are easier for them to understand. If you think you would be able to help with this ministry, please let the Parish Office have your details. Thank you.
ALTAR SERVERS:
If you would like to become an altar server, please leave your name and details with the Parish Office. You should have already made your First Holy Communion.
CHRISTMAS CARD SALE:
The Paper Shop team will be selling Christmas cards etc. in the Hall today after the morning masses.
NEW PAPER SHOP ROTAS:
There are new rotas in the paper shop which replace the one you may already have for November. Please take yours today.
ROME & ASSISI PILGRIMAGE REUNION:
A reunion has been arranged for Friday 21st November at 7.30 pm in the Parish Hall for all those who participated in the Pilgrimage. Light refreshments will be provided. Please bring your mementos to share!
CAFOD WORLD GIFT CATALOGUES:
World Gifts are alternative Christmas gifts that make a difference to someone living in poverty. Catalogues are available at the back of the church, or you can look online at worldgifts.cafod.org.uk.