FR TOM WRITES
The Gospel this Sunday speaks of the Word of God as the seed of eternal life, and Christ warns against the ways in which this seed can be stifled. Though many areas of life are winding down as we approach summer, may our relationship with the Word never dwindle, and may we keep our ears open to the voice of the Lord.
SUNDAY 11 JULY: SEA SUNDAY
This Sunday is Sea Sunday - a day of prayer for those who work at sea. There will be a retiring collection for Stella Maris, the Apostleship of the Sea, which provides pastoral care for maritime workers.
LEAVERS MASS
As the school year comes to an end, the pupils and staff of the primary school will join us for Mass on Tuesday 14 July at 10am to give thanks for the year and to pray for those who will leave the school at the end of this academic year.
WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT
Please pray for Marco Gontijo and Thais Henriques who will be married here in church on Saturday 18 July, and for their families and friends.
THE ST JOHN BOSCO CHILDREN'S CAMP
An activities camp with a Catholic ethos will run for two weeks this summer for boys and girls, in school years 5 – 7. Week One 25th July – 1st August, or Week Two 1st – 8th August. Activities include archery, fishing, Aqua Park visit, football, kayaking and much more. The camp is especially for children who may not otherwise have a summer holiday. Suggested donation £200, but full bursaries are available. All application details are at https://boscocamp.co.uk.
PARISH SHOP—VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Our parish shop is in urgent need of volunteers. We are very fortunate to have a beautiful variety of religious goods available to be bought, but if we cannot find volunteers to be present on Sunday mornings it will not be possible to have it open every week.
FAIR TRADE
This weekend sees the last Fair Trade stall until 12th & 13th of September. Snaffle a useful snack or two to see you through the two month break.
BILL BRADDISH RIP
The Funeral Mass will take place on Thursday 16 July at 10am. May he rest in peace.
EILEEN THOMAS RIP
The Funeral Mass will take place on Friday 17 July at 10am. May she rest in peace.
LUISA BUSSANDRI RIP
The Funeral Mass will take place on Monday 20 July at 10am. May she rest in peace.
VENERAMUS
The next Veneramus evening of adoration, prayer, music, confessions and teaching will take place on Monday 20 July at 7pm. Fr Mike will be giving a talk about Sr Clare Crockett. All are welcome.
CAFOD EMERGENCY APPEAL FOR VENEZUELA EARTHQUAKE VICTIMS
Help our neighbours affected by the Venezuela earthquakes with emergency shelter, water and food. CAFOD is working with local Church partners to support people who have lost their homes, but we need your help to reach more survivors. Your donation will provide essential supplies and help families rebuild their lives. Please donate to the CAFOD-DEC Venezuela Earthquake Appeal today: cafod.org.uk/Venezuela, or scan the QR code on the poster at the back of the church.
FOR THE DIARY: ADOREMUS 2026
The National Eucharistic Congress is the Bishops’ invitation to renew our devotion to the Eucharist, and this year will take place in London on 10 October. The itinerary includes Masses, a procession, and an all night prayer vigil in Westminster Cathedral.
PARKING INFORMATION
Parking is free for a max. of 4 hours in total per day. Beyond this, you will receive a fine for overstaying the time limit. Please note that on weekdays, the car park opens at 9am and closes when it is empty, or at 10pm max.