FR DAVID WRITES
Today is the Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. In the Gospel we hear how Jesus sends his seventy-two missionaries out to spread the news of the Kingdom of God. The word of Jesus is to bring peace to the people and their homes. May the Word of God always be welcomed among us, and may the peace that Jesus’s message gives also bring peace to the families, individuals and homes of our own parish! Have a blessed Sunday.
PETER’S PENCE
There is a second collection today for Peter’s Pence, which goes to the Holy See’s work.
BERNADETTE CLUB
We look forward to seeing all our members at our monthly meeting on Thursday 7 July at 2pm. New members welcome.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
A reminder that the next Finance Committee meeting is on Tuesday 12 July at 7pm.
MARGARET LYNCH RIP
The Requiem will take place on Monday 4th July at 10 am. May she rest in peace.
PIERINA MORUZZI RIP
The Requiem will take place on Wednesday, 6th July at 10 am. May she rest in peace.
CEMETERY MASS & CEMETERY SERVICE
The Mass at New Southgate Cemetery will take place on Saturday 9th July at 11am in the chapel (not on the grass). The service at Southgate Cemetery will follow afterwards at 12.30pm. Please note that the blessing of graves will be given together and not at the individual graves.
FOOD BANK
We continue to collect non perishable food for the foodbank. We especially need pasta, rice, tins & toiletries. All items can be left in the blue box at the back of the Church.
YEAR 6 LEAVERS’ MASS
The Mass for Year 6 Leavers from Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School will take place here on Tuesday 19 July at 10 am.
JULY
We look forward to welcoming Fr Michael Quaicoe back during part of July to help us. Fr Michael is back from his doctoral studies in Rome. Fr Michael’s precise date of arrival to be confirmed.
JULY: MONTH OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD
July is the month of the Most Precious Blood. Our cathedral (Westminster Cathedral) is dedicated to the Precious Blood and was consecrated on 28 June 1910. The feast of the dedication is kept each year on 1 July, formerly the Feast of the Precious Blood of Christ.
CATECHISTS FOR FIRST HOLY COMMUNION & CONFIRMATION
The ministry of catechist is such a special role in the life of the Church. We are looking for new catechists to help in this important work of handing on the faith to our young parishioners. If you would like to help please leave your name and number with the Parish Office.
WORLD YOUTH DAY 2023
World Youth Day will take place in Lisbon August 2023. Westminster Youth Ministry is offering limited places on the pilgrimage with 50% discount to young people between 16-25. Any 16 year olds will need to be finishing year 12 by the start of the pilgrimage. These young people will commit to a series of sessions from September 2022, to prepare them to assist during the pilgrimage, and also offer formation to them which will be helpful in living their faith post-World Youth Day. More details can be found at https://dowym.com/programmes/world-youth-day-leadership-training/ or by contacting Westminster Youth Ministry at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Please apply by 31 July 2022.
COST OF LIVING HUB
This useful website is a resource from the London Assembly. It includes information and help for matters such as dealing with debt, claiming benefits, financial management and mental health support. https://www.london.gov.uk/cost-living-hub
SCIENCE TECHNICIAN POSTS AT ST MICHAEL’S GRAMMAR SCHOOL
There are two vacancies, for Physics and Biology, 30 hours/week, 39 weeks/year. Experience would be welcome, but not essential. For more details and an application form please visit the school website: www.st-michaels.barnet.sch.uk
CHAPLAIN REQUIRED FOR FINCHLEY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
36 hours/week, term time plus one week. The school are looking for a practicing Catholic who is committed to walking alongside young people as they undertake their faith journey. For more information and an application form, please visit www.finchleycatholic.org.uk. Completed application forms should be returned to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. As Fr David is the Diocesan Coordinator for School Chaplains, anyone interested in such a role or wants more information about this ministry can speak to him at church.
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