PARISH HELPERS PARTY INVITATION:
All those who contribute to the smooth running of our Parish in any way are invited by Fr. Tom and Fr. Damian to a “Thank You” Christmas Party on Sat Dec 13th from 7.30 pm.
ADVENT TALKS:
The Advent talks on St Paul begin on Wednesday, 3rd December, at 7.30pm in the Parish Hall. It is the year of St Paul and an opportunity to learn more about his life and works. This week the topic is Paul’s conversion to Christianity.
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
This will take place on the four Sundays of Advent from 1.15 - 5.30pm ending with Benediction. Please sign the list in the Porch to ensure that the Blessed Sacrament is accompanied at all times.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK MASS:
Saturday 6th December at 2.30pm. All are most welcome. Please note there will be NO 10am Mass that day.
LIVIO BERGONZI RIP:
Requiem Mass Wednesday at 10am
TINS FOR THE HOMELESS:
Will be collected during Advent. Please leave them in the box under the Offertory table – thank you.
PARISH VISITATION BY BISHOP JOHN ARNOLD 13th – 14th DECEMBER:
We are pleased to be welcoming Bishop John to our Parish. During the weekend he will preach at all Masses. His programme is as follows:
Saturday 13th December
2 pm: Meet with Parish Catechists.
3 pm: Visit sick Parishioners.
5-6 pm: Available for Parishioners to see privately.
7.30 pm: Attend Parish Helpers party.
Sunday 14th December
The Bishop will say the 9.45 am and 11.15 am Masses, and will preach at all Masses. In the afternoon he will meet with the Finance Committee and the Parish Council.
PAPER SHOP CHRISTMAS SPECIAL:
The Ladies will again be selling cards and other items in the Hall after all Masses on Sunday 7th December.
OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL:
There is an Open Day for prospective parents on Thursday 4th December at 9.30 am.In addition, our school children will be joining us this Tuesday for the 10am Mass which they have prepared for Advent.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION SESSIONS:
Tuesday 2nd Dec 8 pm: Parents
Saturday 6th 10 am: Children
Sunday 7th 11.15 am: Mass for all.
BERNADETTE CLUB:
Our Christmas Party is on Friday 5th December at 2 pm. All welcome!
ST FRANCIS XAVIER’S FEAST:
The North London Goans will be holding their annual celebration on Sunday 7th December, starting with Mass at 12.45pm at Woodside High School, White Hart Lane N22. Details on the porch notice board.
KNIGHTS OF ST COLUMBA:
Congratulations to six of our Brothers, who were enrolled a year ago, and who will be elevated to “Full Knighthood” at the church of Christ the King this afternoon. New members are welcome – please ask at the Office.