FR DAVID WRITES
The autumn term is pressing on at what seems like an alarming rate! This month of October is the month of the Holy Rosary. Please don’t forget that this week on Wednesday and Saturday we have the secondary school transfer sessions for form signing (please see information below). Well done and thank you to all who participated in CAFOD’s Harvest Fast Day. The collection will be taken up at all Masses this weekend—thank you in advance for your generosity. Sending you all every blessing for the week ahead.
SECONDARY SCHOOL TRANSFER
Wednesday 12 October and Saturday 15 October 5pm-6pm (both evenings) in the entrance of the parish centre. Please bring all paperwork ready and prepared for signing. I hope that parents will think carefully about the special nature, the faith formation and pastoral care, as well as the excellent academic opportunities, that are offered by our wonderful Catholic secondary schools.
CAFOD
Thank you for your efforts on Friday, Harvest Fast Day. You can donate using the envelope or directly as you leave today. You can also donate online or using the QR code (see the poster at in the church porch). Please be assured the people who benefit continue to hold you in their prayers.
FOOD BANK
Thank you to those who have continually supported the Food Bank collection, and to those who volunteer for the Food Bank. We continue to collect non perishable food for the foodbank. All items can be left in the blue box at the back of church.
FOUR SEASONS DRAW RESULTS—CONGRATULATIONS!
1st Prize - £89.10 Nonie Fennell-Kelly
2nd Prize - £37.13 Anne Leonidou
3rd Prize - £22.28 D & K Landi
RCIA (JOURNEY IN FAITH)
If you are interested in becoming a Catholic or learning more about the Catholic faith please collect a form from the church porch and return to the Presbytery, You can also speak to Father Jerome for more information or help.
OFFERTORY DONATIONS
We are always grateful for the outstanding generosity of our parishioners and visitors. The ‘loose plate’ collection is increasing again (which sound good!) but in actual fact it is more helpful and efficient if you are able to give by standing order rather than loose cash. Standing order is preferable in terms of security as it means less cash handling on the premises, and is also easier to collect the tax refund from HMRC through the Gift Aid scheme. It also means you don’t need to remember to bring cash to church. There are forms in the church porch to sign up for a standing order. Thank you for your consideration and kindness!
BISHOP DOUGLASS SCHOOL CURRICULUM SHOWCASE
Join us for an afternoon of taster lessons and exciting activities for both parents and pupils to enjoy. This is open to all Year 5 and Year 5 pupils and their families and takes place on 13th October between 4.15—5.45 pm. To book a personal tour of the school, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 0208 4445211.
BAPTISM APPLICATIONS
The next date for baptism applications will be on Wednesday 12th October at 5pm in the Parish Centre.
PAPER SHOP
Christmas cards are now available from the paper shop, which is on the right as you come into the Parish Hall. Mass cards, sympathy cards candles and rosaries are also available amongst other religious items. Please pop in and have a look!
ASSET SURVEY
This week Property Services from the diocese conducted our asset survey. We did very well! In recent times we have made a large number of repairs and renewals to the plant so that we are operating efficiently and safely. They were very pleased with the state of affairs here. Of course, this all takes time, money and attention. Thank you all for your generosity and support.
ENERGY CRISIS
One of our parishioners, Santana Harward, writes: “I am with an independent utility company which specialises in multi-services, thus allowing them to currently be the most competitively priced on the market. As well as cheaper energy, there is also an additional benefit for homeowners. For further information, please contact Santana on 07761 567169 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.”