Prayer by Pope Francis for October—Month of Mission
Heavenly Father, when your only begotten Son Jesus Christ rose from the dead, he commissioned his followers to ‘go and make disciples of all nations’ and you remind us that through baptism we are made sharers in the mission of the Church. Empower us by the gifts of the Holy Spirit to be courageous and zealous in bearing witness to the Gospel, so that the mission entrusted to the Church, which is still very far from completion, may find new and efficacious expressions that bring life and light to the world. Help us make it possible for all peoples to experience the saving love and mercy of Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, One God, for ever and ever.
FR DAVID WRITES
Thank you to everyone who made a special effort with CAFOD Family Fast Day on Friday. There will be a second collection after all Masses today. Envelopes are available at the back of church if you can Gift Aid your offering. Next Sunday is the canonisation of Blessed John Henry Newman in Rome. I will be in St Peter's Square along with a group of young pilgrims from the Diocese and many others. I will pray for you all, and I look forward to our own special celebration here on Saturday 19th October at 10am.
FR BARRY FFRENCH RIP
Please pray for the soul of Fr Barry Ffrench who served in this parish. His funeral was celebrated in Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford, on Friday.
SPECIAL MASS FOR CARDINAL NEWMAN
There will be a thanksgiving Mass celebrated here on Saturday 19th October at 10am.
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE CATHOLIC FAITH?
Beginning on Tuesday 15th October at 7.45pm in the Small Hall, and each Tuesday thereafter, Fr Andrew will lead a series of talks and discussions on various aspects of the Catholic Faith. The aim of the course is to deepen our understanding of the riches of our faith. This is a great opportunity to learn more and to ask those questions that you have always wanted to ask.
BETHLEHEM NATIVITY GROUP
A group from Bethlehem will visit us on weekend 19th-20th October to briefly talk about the Holy Land and sell religious articles made out of olive wood from the Holy Land to help and support the poor Christian families there.
DIOCESAN ANNUAL REPORT
The report and accounts are available to view at the back of church.
FAIR TRADE
12.30pm Mass-goers are invited to come to the stall before Mass next weekend. It is open after Saturday evening Mass and all three Sunday morning Masses as usual.
‘THE SUMMIT’ WESTMINSTER CATHEDRAL
Westminster Youth Ministry invite all young people and young adults to a special edition of their ‘Summit’ event at Westminster Cathedral on Friday 18th October 6.30pm-8pm. There will be speakers including Cardinal Nichols, live contemporary music and adoration of the Holy Eucharist. The Summit is free and no tickets are required. Our own Deanery is hoping to host a Summit event in the next few months so please also watch this space!
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL
Aldi are running a ‘Kits for schools’ promotion in which 20 primary schools will win £20k and all the rest will win sports equipment. If you shop at Aldi could you please collect the stickers and drop them into the school post box or Parish Office. Thank you for your support.
AFTERNOON TEA
Our Afternoon Tea group meets next Sunday 13th October from 3 — 5 pm.
NEW CUB PACK
Our Scout Group has now opened a second Cub Pack that meets on Tuesday evening from 6.15 – 7.30 pm. If you have child aged 8 or 9 and you would like them to join, please text JOIN and your email address to 07803161292, and we will send you more information.
SUNDAY MORNING REFRESHMENT ROTA
New rotas available from the Paper shop today.
MOTHERS’ PRAYERS EVENT
Wednesday, 9th October, at St Mary Magdalen’s Church, Whetstone, starting at 9.30 am. This event is open to all, not just mothers! See the poster on the notice board.
THURSDAY TEA & COFFEE - JOIN US FOR A CUPPA!
We are beginning a new venture on Thursday mornings - tea and coffee (and maybe cake!) after the 10am Mass. Please do come and join us! This is a wonderful opportunity to perhaps start coming to a weekday Mass and then having some social time with parishioners afterwards. We will begin this coming Thursday and we will be looking to create a simple rota so that the set-up/clear-up is not too onerous and that the help is shared.