THE RELICS OF ST BERNADETTE—WESTMINSTER CATHEDRAL
For the first time in history the relics of St Bernadette will be touring England.
This very special once in a lifetime event will provide an opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to experience the gifts and charisms of Lourdes, in a church or cathedral near you. I would like to invite you and your parish to visit Westminster Cathedral for this special event on the weekend of 3-5 September.
The veneration of the relics will start on Saturday 3 September at 1 pm and will last all through the two days and nights until Monday 5 September at 6 am. There is no need for advance booking. The visitors are invited to come at a time suitable for them and join the queue on the Piazza for entry via the West Doors. Be advised that at peak times, especially before or after liturgies, we expect long queues. Wheelchair access will be available at all times without the need for queuing. Please see the poster on the notice board or take a flyer from the back of the Church for the timetable of the visit—and check out the website www.stbernadette.org.uk for details of the rest of the tour.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK MASS AT WESTMINSTER CATHEDRAL
During the Visit, there will be Mass for Anointing of the Sick at 2.30 pm on Saturday 3rd September. This is the only event that will be admission by ticket only. We hope to have more details of how these tickets will be distributed next week. Wheelchair places are limited, so it is first come, first served.
HOLIDAY SEASON
Please keep an eye on the Newsletter for Parish Office opening days over the holidays.
Mass times continue as normal. For all those who are going away for their holiday, we wish you all a very happy and peaceful break.
PARISH CENTRE & HALL
We are planning to have the parish centre redecorated, and the kitchen repaired, during the summer break. This work will begin on Monday 1 August and may take up to four weeks. Please note that the halls will be completely out of action during this time, which will mean a suspension of all groups. We have specifically aimed to do this work during the summer holiday to cause minimal disruption to the normal programme. Thank you.
CATECHISTS FOR FIRST HOLY COMMUNION & CONFIRMATION
Thank you to those who have volunteered so far—you will hear from us in due course. However, we are still looking for more volunteer catechists. 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.
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 church.
DEREK KERNAN RIP
The Requiem will take place on Wednesday 3rd August at 10 am. May he rest in peace.
A LONG WAIT FOR RAIN
Keep up to date with the news from Mary’s Meals, and find out how the people of Turkana, Kenya, have managed without rain for nearly four years, by visiting www.marysmeals.org.uk. It currently costs £15.90 to feed a school child for a year and your donations would be more than welcome!
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations and best wishes to Leon Rodrigues and Shereena Ally who were married here in Church on Saturday afternoon.
‘A DAY WITH MARY’
Our Lady of Muswell, N10 on Saturday 20th August, starting from 9.30 am.
Our Lady of Walsingham, Norfolk, on Sunday 7th August. Please visit www.adaywithmary.org for more information.
BERNADETTE CLUB
A reminder to members that our August meeting has been cancelled as the parish centre is closed for redecoration.
BERNADETTE CLUB OUTING TO SOUTHEND
Our coach trip to Southend will go ahead as planned leaving from outside the church at 10 am on Thursday 18 August. There are a few spare seats. Any parishioners or friends who would like to join the trip please text or call Jackie on 07956 809152.
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