FR DAVID WRITES
Today, the Feast of Christ the King, is the final Sunday of the Church's year. Next week, a new year begins with the Advent. Next weekend will also see the beginning of a special 'Year of God’s Word' - a year dedicated to 'The God Who Speaks' and a time to renew our devotion to the scriptures. We will also mark the beginning of Advent here and the Year of the Word with a special celebration of Evening Prayer and Benediction in the church next Sunday at 5.00pm. All are welcome! Finally, our parish party on Friday 6th December at 7pm. This is for everyone who kindly does any role in the parish whatsoever and is our opportunity to say ‘thank you’ at Christmas—please join us!
FINCHES CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Get in the mood with a Concert by the Finches Choir, on Saturday, 14th December at 7.30 pm in the church. Tickets £10/£7.50 concessions, on sale on the door.
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE CATHOLIC FAITH?
The next talk in the series be on Tuesday, 3rd December at 7.45 pm. Please note there will be no talk this week.
SYMBOLS OF FAITH WORKSHOP
Preparing for Sacraments and Participation in the Liturgy for people with learning disabilities. A workshop on symbolic catechesis here on Saturday 30th November 10am-2pm. For details contact Finola at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 07525 812518.
RED WEDNESDAY
Aid to the Church in Need Red Wednesday is on 27th November. Please see the poster in the parish porch for information. There will be a talk and a second collection at all Masses this weekend.
SACRAMENT OF THE SICK
This Mass will take place on Saturday 7th December at 2pm, followed by refreshments in the Parish Hall.
ADVENT 2019
Next weekend there will be a sheet outlining the various activities in Advent.
PRIMARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE OF CATHOLIC PRACTICE
Fr David will sign Certificates on the following dates: Thursday 28th November between 5—6 pm, and Saturday 30th November between 4-5 pm. Please sign the list in the Paper Shop and collect a self assessment form to bring with you to the signing.
PARISH VOLUNTEERS CHRISTMAS PARTY
All volunteers are invited to the Christmas Party on Friday 6th December from 7pm. If you help in any way in the Parish please do come along so we can thank you for all the work you do throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you all there.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS ELF IS BACK!
This is our chance once again to give a Christmas gift to a child who has a parent in prison.
Please take a slip, which gives you a name and age to buy for. The gift should not exceed £10 and must be left unwrapped (for security reasons) with the slip of paper attached. Please bring to the Parish Office, or hand into the Sacristy after Mass. Please note the final date for collection will be Wednesday 11th December, and also that you are asked to give a gift not an financial offering. Thanks for your generosity!
CINDERELLA FAMILY PANTOMIME
The London Pantomimers, made up of local Scouts, including members of the 22nd Southgate, are performing Cinderella this year at the Bernie Grant Arts Centre, Tottenham Green, N15 4RX between 11th-18th December. 2020 For tickets and other information: www.berniegrantcentre.co.uk Tel. 020 8365 5450, or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL CHRISTMAS FAYRE
Takes place on Saturday 30th November from 12 noon to 3 pm. Lots of stalls, homemade food, Irish Coffee, Santa’s Grotto and much more.
SUNDAY MORNING REFRESHMENT VOLUNTEERS
New rotas are available from the paper shop today—thank you.
MENCAP
Many thanks to all who supported the Christmas Mencap Coffee Morning last Saturday. Your generosity means we can send £500 to Barnet Mencap.
TINS FOR THE HOMELESS IN ADVENT
This year we will be collecting tins for the homeless. We are particularly asked to collect tins of potatoes, tomatoes, but all tins greatly appreciated. The box will be placed at the back of the Church. Please don’t bring other items—only tinned foods.
WILLIAM CORCORAN RIP
The Requiem Mass is on Thursday, 28th November, at 10 am. May he rest in peace.
THOMAS BUNTON RIP
The Requiem Mass is on Wednesday, 4th December, at 10 am. May he rest in peace.