FR DAVID WRITES
Today is Home Mission Sunday, and World Mission Sunday follows in a few weeks' time. We are taking a Mission collection for them both today. As those names suggest, the home mission involves the tasks of evangelisation and outreach in our own country. The appeal for the world missions goes to the work of 'Missio' which coordinates the missionary effort throughout the world and especially in developing countries, contributing to evangelisation, healthcare, education and infrastructure. Today, the Church is growing to its full stature in the world. There are almost 1.3 billion Catholics alive today; there are approximately 5000 bishops, 414,000 priests, and 670,000 professed women religious . The Pope was in Africa last week where there are almost 200 million Catholics but not nearly enough priests to serve the growing churches. But even more important than numbers is the missionary character of our hearts. Whether we can give up our lives to preach the Gospel in far flung lands, or whether our apostolate lies in saying our prayers at home, we are all called to be missionaries who reach out in faith and hope for the common good of all our brothers and sisters.
FAIR TRADE TOO EARLY FOR CHRISTMAS
Our Fair Trade stall this weekend has just the right food and hot chocolate and other drinks for Autumn evenings; much too early to buy for Christmas.
MEMORY LANE GROUP
The Group meets on Friday mornings in the Parish Hall from 11 am—1.30 pm. Singing, games, refreshments & much more for those affected by dementia and their carers.
TODDLER GROUP
The Tuesday and Thursday Toddler group is currently closed and we are looking for a new volunteer leader to run these sessions. If you can help please contact the Parish Office. We would also like to say a big thank you to Nicola Cleary who ran the group over the past few years for all her hard work and commitment.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
The next meeting is on Monday, 30th September at 7.30 pm.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2020
The course starts on Tuesday, 1st October, with a meeting for all parents at 7.30 pm in the Parish Hall. Please remember to bring the course fee of £40 to this meeting.
DIOCESAN COLLECTIONS
There will be a collection this weekend for the work of the Agency for Evangelisation, and for the APF. World Mission Sunday, is our chance to show love and solidarity to our family in faith overseas This collection is instead of a further collection later in the year.
SECONDARY SCHOOL APPLICATIONS
There will be opportunities to sign up for an appointment with one of the priests if you need school forms signing. Dates will be published next weekend.
WALSINGHAM PILGRIMAGE—21st SEPTEMBER
There are some spaces on the Enfield Parish coach. Cost £20 adults. Expected departure 7.30am, returning to Enfield around 8.30pm. Payment required at time of booking via their Presbytery. Contact Fely 07975 919102 or Mila 07913 732206. Booking sheet is held at Reception at the presbytery at St George’s during opening hours.
CAN YOU HELP CAFOD?
Our Parish needs some volunteers to assist in Cafod’s vital work in protecting our planet and helping people in need in deprived parts of the world. Could you spare 10 or 12 hours a year to participate in campaigns and fund raising? If so contact Brid McGregor 0208 361 5392 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.—thank you to those who have come forward already!
CAFOD SUPPORTERS INFORMATION AFTERNOON
Wednesday 18th September, 2.30—4 pm, at CAFOD’s Volunteer Centre, 1st Floor, Church of Christ the King, N14 4HE. Hear Laura Ouseley, who has first- hand experience of our work overseas, talk about how CAFOD is helping communities, thanks to your support. Bookings taken on 0208 449 6970 or e mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
FOUR SEASONS DRAW
The Autumn Draw takes place on Sunday 29th September. Anyone who hasn't paid this quarter is asked to make sure their £3 is paid by Monday 23rd to allow for accounting! If you would like to join the Draw, please take an application form from the Paper Shop.
SUNDAY MORNING REFRESHMENT VOLUNTEERS
The Sunday Coffee Rota is looking for new volunteers. If anyone feels they can offer an hour or two, please let the Office know. Thank you.