POUND-A-MONTH SPRING DRAW:
This takes place today, Sunday 1st May, after the 9.45am mass in the Parish Hall. All subscriptions should have been received by yesterday. New members welcome. Application forms can be found in the Paper Shop.
BERNADETTE CLUB:
This month’s meeting is this Friday, May 6th, between 2 – 4 pm in the Parish Hall. All welcome.
MASS TIMES THIS WEEK:
There is 10 am Mass on Monday, May 2nd, after which the church will be closed. There is no 8 am Mass on Thursday.
“RED CAP” CONCERT:
There will be a concert in the church on 14th May at 7.30 pm to raise funds for Lauren Donaghy’s trip to Lourdes as a volunteer “Red Cap” helper for the sick from the Diocese of Westminster. Lauren will speak at all masses this weekend, and tickets, priced £5, will be on sale.
POST OFFICE IN BOWES ROAD:
The Post Office are considering re-opening a local branch at 468, Bowes Road. If you would like to comment to the public consultation, you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or write to: Post Office Ltd, c/o National Consultation Team, PO Box 2060, Watford, WD18 8ZW before May 12th, when the consultation closes.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:
This year’s candidates will be receiving their First Communion on Saturday 7th May in two ceremonies, at 11 am and 2.30 pm. Please note that there will not be a 10 am Mass or Confessions on that day.
There are rehearsals for the two ceremonies: Thursday May 5th for the 11 am mass, and Friday May 6th for the 2.30 pm mass. These rehearsals are both at 6 pm.
HOLY PLACES:
Thank you all very much for your generous donation of £1,326 in the Good Friday collection.
DEPUTY HEAD VACANCY:
The Governors of St Margaret Clitherow RC Primary School, Stevenage, are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated Catholic Deputy Headteacher. Visits to the school are encouraged. Further details are available on the parish notice board. An application pack can be requested via www.teachinherts.com or from the school office on 01438 352863. Closing date for applications: noon on 20th May 2011.
OUR LADY OF LOURDES’ GOLF DAY:
Our School’s PTA are holding their Annual Golf Day on Friday, 20th May, at Trent Park Golf course. Starting at 9.30 am the £50 entry fee covers a full English breakfast, a round of golf, and a single course meal. There is also an opportunity to sponsor a hole, or donate a raffle prize. If you are interested in playing or sponsoring please call: Ian on 07914 732935 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
CERTIFIED FIRST AID COURSE IN AID OF CAFOD – 16 May 2011 – 9:30am to 4:30pm at Catholic Church of Christ the King, 29 Bramley Road, N14 4HE. Get fully trained and receive a recognised certificate in first aid. £50 per student, with ALL proceeds going to CAFOD. Contact CAFOD Westminster – 0208 449 6970 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..