FR TOM WRITES
As our Lenten journey continues, let us reflect on how this sacred season is meant for our sanctification. Lent is not a diet, nor merely a time for secular self-improvement, but above all a renewal of our love for the Lord and a sincere return to His ways. This Sunday we hear the Gospel of the Transfiguration, a moment that comes before our Lord’s Passion and offers a glimpse of His glory. May this vision strengthen us, and encourage us to persevere faithfully on our Lenten journey.
LETTER FROM ARCHBISHOP MOTH
Following his installation as the 12th Archbishop op Westminster, Archbishop Richard Moth has wrote a letter of thanks to the whole diocese. There is a copy on the notice board, or you can find it on the Diocese of Westminster website. The Archbishop has begun to get to know the diocese and our deanery has been invited to Mass with him on Wednesday 4th March at 6.30pm at St Paul’s, Wood Green.
CAFOD LENT FAST DAY
There will be a collection after all Masses this weekend. Your donation can help families around the world grow food in difficult conditions – such as on flood-resistant floating gardens or using solar-powered water pumps in times of drought. Collect a CAFOD envelope to help others with your support.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Please join us for the Stations of the Cross this coming Friday morning at 10.25am (immediately after Mass 10am Mass), and every Friday during Lent.
DAILY ROSARY
We pray the Rosary every weekday in church at approx. 9.30am. Why not join us before 10am Mass during Lent?
CONFIRMATION 2026
The next meeting for candidates will take place on Saturday 7th March at 4.15pm-5.30pm, followed by Mass at 6pm.
ALEX SANDY LEE RIP
The Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday 4th March at 10am. RIP.
EDNA WALLACE RIP
The Funeral Mass will take place on Wednesday 25th March at 10am. RIP.
BERNADETTE CLUB
Our next meeting will take place on Thursday 5th March 2-4 pm in the parish centre. We look forward to a return visit from the brilliant ‘Joy of Singing’ choir. Members and new members all welcome.
STABAT MATER CONCERT
On Wednesday 18 March at 6.45pm in Westminster Cathedral, the Cathedral Choir and the Britten Sinfonia will perform a concert of MacMillan’s Stabat Mater. The Cathedral offers an opportunity to buy tickets at a discount of 50% in Sections A, B and N at the following link: https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/event/1F00638BCD835BA6?did=50off, the code is: WCSBDO.
YOUNG ADULTS (18-35) LENT RETREAT DAY
The Assumption Sisters invite all young people for a retreat day on Saturday 21st March, 10am – 6pm, at Milleret House, 20 Kensington Square, London, W8 5HH. Programme includes talks prayer, adoration, confessions, faith sharing, mass and social time. Register emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL
The Governors at Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School are now accepting applications for their school nursery. Children are welcome to attend from the day they turn 3 years old and places are available for morning sessions (8.45am to 11.45am), afternoon sessions (12.15pm to 3.15pm), full school days (9am to 3.15pm) or extended days (8am to 6pm). Visits to the school are welcomed, please call the school for more information Tel. 020 8361 0767.
PARKING INFORMATION
When you arrive, if there are empty parking spaces available, they MUST be used before double/central parking will be allowed. Please try to be considerate and think of others. Parking is free for a max of 4 hours per day. For parish activities which last longer than this, please speak to the parish office.