ALL SAINTS
Today we begin November with the solemnity of All Saints. This beautiful feast is a celebration of the peace and light of God’s heavenly city, and of the glory of all the saints in the presence of the Lord. This weekend in Rome, Pope Leo XIV will declare St John Henry Newman to be a Doctor of the Church. May St John Henry and all the saints pray for us on our journey towards the splendour of heaven.
FR TOM WRITES
Thank you to everyone who has returned their lists of the faithful departed, we have now compiled our Book of Remembrance for November. The names will remain next to the Paschal Candle in church during this month, as we celebrate Masses for the Holy Souls and pray for all our loved ones who have died. May they rest in peace.
MONTH OF THE HOLY SOULS
All Souls Day will be celebrated on Monday. Our special Parish Requiem Mass will be on Monday 3 November at 7pm. The Requiem Mass for the Deanery will take place at Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St George’s, Enfield, on Tuesday 11 November at 12 noon. The Mass for the Deceased Priests of the Diocese is on Tuesday 18 Nov, at 5.30pm in Westminster Cathedral. Finally, next Sunday is Remembrance Sunday. Young people from the uniformed groups here will hold the church parade at 9.45am
CHRISTMAS MARKET 2025
The preparations for this year’s Christmas Market are well in hand. It will take place on 22nd/23rd November after all Masses. We would welcome any books, gifts etc. Homemade cakes will be especially welcome on the day. Last year’s cake stall broke all records so a very big thank you in advance. Proceeds from the sale will help to pay for new hymn books. Looking forward to seeing you all over the weekend. Thank you. Janet Butterworth
CONFIRMATION SIGN-UP
Next year, Confirmations will be celebrated on Friday 17 April at 7pm. This will be for young parishioners who are in Year 9 or above and are baptised Catholics who have made their First Holy Communion. Parents and candidates are invited to come to one sign-up session on either: Tuesday 4 November (6-8pm), or Saturday 8 November (4.30-5.30) or Saturday 15 November (4.30-5.30) in the parish centre. If not baptised here please bring evidence of Baptism. The offering asked for the course is £50.
CAR PARK INFORMATION
There is a sheet in the church porch with important information about changes to the car park. If you use the car park for Mass or other activities, please take a copy.
BERNADETTE CLUB
Our next meeting will take place on Thursday 6 November at 2pm in the parish hall. Christmas cards from the parish shop will be on sale. Members will receive their invitations to the Christmas Tea. We look forward to seeing you all on Thursday.
FAIR TRADE
Next weekend’s Fair Trade stall includes the ‘Real’ Advent Calendars with fair trade chocolate treats, a new booklet with the REAL story of Christmas plus fun activities. We help developing countries’ farmers and CAFOD which receives our profit.
CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S SOCIETY
Once again, Fr David will be collecting Christmas gifts to be distributed by the Catholic Children’s Society. Gifts should be toys: new and unwrapped. He will be taking them to the society at the beginning of December. Thank you for you kindness.
FR DAVID’S ROME PILGRIMAGE
From Thursday to Sunday, Fr David will be on a short pilgrimage to Rome with the students from St Dominic’s Sixth Form College as they make their Holy Year visit. Next weekend, we will welcome Mgr. Martin Hayes to celebrate some Masses with us.
FORTHCOMING FUNERALS: RIP
The Funeral for Donal Kennedy will take place on Tuesday 4th November at 10am.
The Funeral for Gilda Castaldo will take place on Monday 10th November at 10am.
The Funeral for Bridget Hunt will take place on Thursday 13th November at 10am.
DEANERY YOUNG ADULTS GATHERING
Young adults (18-35) are invited to a gathering on Friday 14th November, 7.30-9.30pm at Our Lady of Mount Carmel & St George, Enfield. Worship music, speaker & Adoration followed by social. Any questions, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.