FR DAVID WRITES
On Friday evening, Fr Andrew and I attended ‘The Summit’ event at Westminster Cathedral, along with several young members of our parish. It was a great celebration. ‘The Summit’ is an event organised jointly between Westminster Youth Ministry and local parishes. On Friday 22 November at 7pm our own Deanery of Enfield is organising and hosting a special Enfield ‘Summit’. It will take place at St Monica’s Church, Palmers Green, for young parishioners aged between 13 and 18. Please speak to one of the priests for more details. This weekend, we welcome members of the Bethlehem Nativity Group supporting the Christian community there. Finally, thank you to everyone who attended our lovely Mass on Saturday morning in thanksgiving to God for the canonisation of St John Henry Newman. I remembered you all during my pilgrimage in Rome last weekend at the canonisation event in St Peter’s Square. May John Henry Newman pray for us, and may God bless you all.
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE CATHOLIC FAITH?
Talks on the Catholic Faith continue on Tuesday at 7:45 pm in the Small Hall. Last week’s was very well attended. This week’s talk is on Creation and the Fall. Everyone is most welcome.
BETHLEHEM NATIVITY GROUP
This weekend, a group from Bethlehem will visit us to briefly talk about the Holy Land and sell religious articles made out of olive wood.
NOVEMBER: MONTH OF THE HOLY SOULS
Envelopes are at the back of church for those who would like to send in names of their deceased loved ones to be remembered at Masses in November, the month of the Holy Souls. You can also include an offering for the Mass stipends. Please either hand the envelope to the priests or post through the blue Presbytery door. The names will go in our book of the Holy Souls.
CONCERT TO SUPPORT THE PASSAGE DAY CENTRE
Tuesday 5th November on the ‘Magic of Italian Opera’ at the Royal Festival Hall. For more details call 020 7592 1856 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
9.45 SUNDAY CHOIR
In order that the 9.45 choir can continue, we are looking for new members. We particularly are looking for two Altos, one Bass and one Soprano. We rehearse on a Tuesday evening 7.30 to 9 pm, mostly fortnightly, but sometimes, eg before Christmas and Easter, we have to meet weekly. Maureen would be happy to meet volunteers after Mass on Sunday or alternatively leave your details with one of our clergy or the Parish Office. Next rehearsal is 29th October.
THURSDAY TEA & COFFEE - JOIN US FOR A CUPPA!
Please do join us for tea and coffee this coming Thursday after the 10 am Mass.
NEW SOUTHGATE BROWNIES
The 1st New Southgate Brownies are holding a Coffee Morning on Sunday 10th November after the 8.30, 9.45 and 11.15 am Masses. Proceeds to Street Kids Rwanda and an Animal Charity.
MARY’S MEALS WORLD PORRIDGE DAY
Help to give love and hope to more hungry children by supporting our Mary’s Meals appeal next weekend, 26th/27th October. £1.15 will provide a daily school lunch of enriched porridge for one child for a month. Portions of ready to make porridge will be available to try!
AID TO THE CHURCH IN NEED
ACN Annual Westminster event - Saturday 26th October This event will be a unique opportunity to gain insight and hear directly from those who have suffered persecution for their faith. Mass 10.30 am in Westminster Cathedral, followed by talks in the hall from 12-3.30 pm. Tickets are £10— to book call 020 8642 8668 or book online.
OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL - RECEPTION ADMISSIONS 2020
The application process for Reception Class admissions is now open and the online Admissions Booklet and Guidance Notes are available for parents to view at www.enfield.gov.uk/admissions. IMPORTANT NOTE: The application process for Reception 2020 places is comprised of two parts; a Supplementary Information Form, available from the school website under the “Admissions” tab, or a hard copy from the school office, AND an online application via the online admissions portal which can be accessed via: www.eadmissions.org.uk
Parents are most welcome to contact the school office with any queries, or for advice regarding the admissions process.