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CONGRATULATIONS:
To those who were Baptised and received into the Catholic Church this weekend.  Please keep them in your prayers.

MASS TIMES THIS WEEK:
Please note that there is no 8 am Mass on Easter Monday.  The church will close after the 10 am Mass every day this week.

ADULT CONFIRMATION:
There is a preparation meeting, for those who have completed the forms, on Monday 28th April at 7.30 pm in the Parish Centre.

CONFIRMATION COURSE:
Candidates are reminded that their course resumes on Wednesday 23rd April at 7 pm in the Parish Hall.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION COURSE:
The final session for parents in on Tuesday 29th April at 8 pm in the Parish Hall.

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DONAL BRENNAN RIP:
The Reception of the Body will take place on Sunday 13th April at 7.45pm followed by the Requiem on Monday 14th at 10 am.

ADULT CONFIRMATION:
Please hand in your forms today for Adult Confirmation. 

MASSES AT OUR LADY OF LOURDES:
Please note that all Masses to be celebrated here are fully booked until at least the end of May.  If you require a specific date you are advised to visit the Office at least 5 months before that date.  Masses can be sent to the Missions, where they will be celebrated on a regular basis, but we can not offer a date for these. Please enquire at the Parish Office for more information about booking a Mass.

READERS AND PAPER SHOP VOLUNTEERS:
New rotas are available for collection from the Paper Shop today.

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STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
On Friday at 10.30 am and 7.30 pm. This week the evening Stations will be led by Johanna Crick.

PALM SUNDAY:
Next Sunday Palms will be blessed and distributed at all Masses.  The will be a solemn procession at the 9.45 am Mass starting in the Patio at the back of the Hall entrance.

DONAL BRENNAN RIP:
The Reception of the Body will take place on Sunday 13th April at 7.45pm followed by the Requiem on Monday 14th at 10 am.

ADULT CONFIRMATION:
If you are a Baptised adult who has not been Confirmed, but would like to receive the Sacrament, please collect a form from the Sacristy after Mass.  Confirmation will take place in Westminster Cathedral in May.

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STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
Every Friday in Lent at 10.30 am and 7.30 pm. This week the evening Stations will be led by the Saturday Morning Group.

CHURCHES TOGETHER “STATIONS OF THE CROSS”:
This will take place on Saturday 5th April, beginning with the First Station at Christ Church, Whetstone URC, at 11 am, then along the High Road to the final station at St John’s, Whetstone at approximately 12 noon.  All are welcome.

ADULT CONFIRMATION:
If you are a Baptised adult who has not been Confirmed, but would like to receive the Sacrament, please collect a form from the Sacristy after Mass.  Confirmation will take place in Westminster Cathedral in May.  

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT:
If you would like to speak to a bereavement volunteer please fill in one of the forms in the Church Porch and you will be contacted.

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STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
Will take place every Friday at 10.30 am and 7.30 pm. This week the evening Stations will be led by Shaneez and Anuli.  

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Takes place this afternoon between 1.30 – 5.30 pm.  Please sign the list in the Church Porch if you are able to watch.

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK:
Anyone who was unable to make the Mass of the Anointing of the Sick please let one of the priests or the Parish Office know and a priest will visit you at home.

ADULT CONFIRMATION:
If you are a Baptised adult who missed out on Confirmation and would like to receive the Sacrament please collect a form from the Sacristy after Mass.  Confirmation will take place in Westminster Cathedral in May.

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STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
Will take place every Friday at 10.30 am and 7.30 pm.  Groups or individuals are needed to lead the Friday evening Stations.  Please sign the list in the Church Porch if you or your group would like to volunteer.

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Takes place this afternoon between 1.30 – 5.30 pm.  Please sign the list in the Church Porch if you are able to watch.

ST PATRICK’S DAY:
Monday 17th March. Masses will be at 8 am, 10 am & 7.30 pm.

MARIA BIGGI RIP:
The Requiem Mass takes place on Tuesday 18th March at 10 am.

JAMES FITZPATRICK RIP:
The Requiem is on Wednesday 19th March at 10 am.

Please avoid using the car park on the days of these funerals so that the mourners can use it.

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STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
Will take place every Friday at 10.30 am and 7.30 pm.  Groups or individuals are needed to lead the Friday evening Stations.  Please sign the list in the Church Porch if you or your group would like to volunteer.

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Will take place on the first three Sundays in Lent starting today from 1.30 – 5.30 pm.  Please sign the list in the Church Porch if you are able to watch.

MARCH BAPTISM COURSE:
The second part of the Course takes place in the Small Hall on Monday 10th at 7.30pm.

LENTEN ALMS:
Each Lent the Diocesan collection is sent to two charities, at home and abroad.  This year the beneficiaries are “Aid to the Church in Need”, who are currently working with the people of Syria, and “The Bakhita Fund in association with Caritas Westminster”, who are working with victims of human trafficking and modern slavery in London. Please use the internet to find out more about either of these charities.  Your Alms can be placed in the Box in the church porch.

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STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
Will take place every Friday at 10.30 am and 7.30 pm.  Groups or individuals are needed to lead the Friday evening Stations.  Please sign the list in the Church Porch if you or your group would like to volunteer.

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
This will take place on the first three Sundays in Lent from 1.30 – 5.30 pm.  Please sign the list in the Church Porch if you are able to watch.

JOSEPH (JERRY) WATKINS RIP:
The Requiem will take place on Monday, 3rd March, at 10 am.

MARCH BAPTISM COURSE:
The first part of the course will take place on Monday 3rd between 7 – 8 pm, when you are invited to come to the Parish Centre to complete an application form.  The second part of the course is at 7.30 pm on Monday 10th March.

BERNADETTE CLUB:
Meets on Friday, 7th March, at 2 pm in the Parish Hall.  New members are always welcome.

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CHURCH CLEANING:
Can you spare just over an hour one Monday a month after the 10 am Mass?  This is both a rewarding and important job as we have a lovely well looked after church, and it needs to be kept that way.  Please give this serious consideration.  Please call Eileen Nagle on 8882 0379 for more information.  Thank you.

CONFIRMATION:
Candidates are reminded of their Retreat Day which takes place in the Parish Hall on Sunday 2nd March from  1 pm.  Please remember to bring a packed lunch with you.

PAUL MARGIOTTA:
Paul’s father would like to thank all those parishioners who prayed for Paul during his recent illness – he is now on the road to recovery!

SUNDAY MORNING REFRESHMENTS:
Volunteers are needed to help with the refreshments in the Parish Hall after Mass on Sunday mornings.  You would be on a rota every seven weeks.  If you are able to help or would like to know more, please contact Cecilia Webb after 4 pm on 0208 361 9408 or leave your details with the Parish Office – thank you.

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CHURCH CLEANING:
Can you spare just over an hour one Monday a month after the 10 am Mass?  This is both a rewarding and important job as we have a lovely well looked after church, and it needs to be kept that way.  Please give this serious consideration.  Thank you.  Please call Eileen Nagle on 8883 0379 for more information.

ST VINCENT DE PAUL:
The SVP are distributing 10,000 Vinnie Packs containing cold weather essentials to the homeless this winter. They would be very grateful if you could sponsor packs at a suggested donation of £3 per pack. Donations can be sent to Vinnie Packs, PO Box 72264, London SW1P 9EZ with cheques made out to SVP or go to virginmoneygiving.com and type "Vinnie Packs" into the “sponsor a friend” box. If you have a query, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Thank you so much for your support.

“HOME INSTEAD” CAREGIVER:
Newly retired?  Kids grown up, or just looking for rewarding part time work?  We are looking for mature, cheerful, caring individuals to join our award winning team to support people living independently in their own homes.  Many of our best CAREgivers have supported their own loved ones in the past and find that by joining us as part of the team at Home Instead Senior Care they have a new opportunity to develop and expand their skills.  If you would like more information about becoming a CAREGiver please call Denise on 8446 7044.

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FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2014:
Parents are reminded of their meeting on Tuesday at 8 pm in the Parish Hall.  The children’s session is on Saturday at 10 am and the Family Mass is on Sunday at 11.15 am.

CONFIRMATION 2014:
Candidates are asked to sign up for an appointment for registration which will take place on Wednesday 12th February.  Application forms, timetables and registration appointment lists are in the Sacristy after Mass.

BAPTISM APPLICATIONS:
The February course begins on Monday 3rd February.  Please come to the Parish Hall between 7 – 8 pm to complete an application form.  The second part follows on Monday, 10th February at 7.30 pm in the Small Hall.

ST VINCENT DE PAUL:
The SVP are distributing 10,000 Vinnie Packs containing cold weather essentials to the homeless this winter. They would be very grateful if you could sponsor packs at a suggested donation of £3 per pack. Donations can be sent to Vinnie Packs, PO Box 72264, London SW1P 9EZ with cheques made out to SVP or go to virginmoneygiving.com and type "Vinnie Packs" into the “sponsor a friend” box. If you have a query, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Thank you so much for your support.

COMPASS WINTER ISSUE:
Available in the Porch today.