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. No matter what you do you are welcome, and as there are so many who help we can’t give individual invitations. Please bring your partner or a friend if you would like.
ADVENT PENITENTIAL SERVICES:
Will take place on Monday 22nd December at 2.30pm & 7.30pm.
ADVENT TALKS:
The Advent talks on St Paul continue on Wednesday, 10th December, at 7.30pm in the Parish Hall. This week the topic is Paul’s first missionary journey.
COFFEE MORNING IN AID OF NORTH LONDON HOSPICE:
At 12, Betstyle Road, on Wednesday 10th December from 10 am til noon. Lots of Christmas present ideas, so do go along and have a cup of coffee.
DECEMBER BAPTISM COURSE:
Please come to the Parish Hall tomorrow, Monday 8th, between 7 – 8 pm to complete an application form. The course continues the following Monday at 7.30 pm in the Small Hall.
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.
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
This will take place on the 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.
FR KEVIN MOULE:
The Cardinal has appointed Fr Kevin Moule to be our new assistant priest.He will begin his ministry amongst us in March. Fr Damian will be leaving then to take up his new appointment within the Diocese.
ST FRANCIS XAVIER’S FEAST:
The North London Goans will be holding their annual celebration today, Sunday 7th December, starting with Mass at 12.45pm at Woodside High School, White Hart Lane N22. Details on the porch notice board.
TINS FOR THE HOMELESS:
Will be collected during Advent. Please leave them in the box under the Offertory table – thank you.
FROM GRACE LALLA AND FAMILY:
“Many thanks to Fr. Tom and Fr. Damian, and friends for your support and help, and for many cards, prayers and masses offered for my recovery. Thanks also for the love and compassion on the sudden death of my beloved brother Rudy. God bless you all. A Mass will be offered on 4th April for your intentions.”
THANK YOU FOR YOUR KIND OFFERINGS last weekend of £2,514.