FR DAVID WRITES

Today at Mass we hear about the very real challenge of discipleship, and the potential cost of becoming friends with Jesus. The Lord invites his followers to imitate him in every way, to be willing to take up their cross everyday and follow in the path of the Lord's saving journey. Nevertheless, we are aware that this journey of tribulation does indeed lead to redemption, and the bright glory of the resurrection.

USE THE HAND SANITISER

An important reminder: the simplest and most basic thing we must do on entering the church building is to use the hand sanitiser. Thank you to everyone who has complied with all the procedures.

NO SATURDAY 5PM MASS

From this weekend, the Saturday 5pm Vigil Mass is discontinued. The Masses at 4pm and 6pm remain in place.

BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY

Mass on the Bank Holiday, Monday 31st August, will be at 12 noon.

TUESDAY-FRIDAY

From Tuesday to Friday this week there will be two Masses (12 noon and 6pm).

NEW SCHOOL YEAR

We send our best wishes and blessings to everyone who begins the new academic year this week. We especially look forward to welcoming our school community back together here at Our Lady of Lourdes on Thursday. God bless you all at this important and exciting time!

THANK YOU

Thank you to those who helped to look after Father Johnson during his quarantine, and for those who helped with his meals. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.

DAVID'S MASS

The Mass of Thanksgiving after David's ordination will be here on Tuesday 22nd September at 6pm. If you would like to attend, please speak to one of the priests or contact the parish office from 1st September. We have tickets for 60 places. First come, first served. Thank you.