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FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2012:
Parents: Tuesday 6th March at 8 pm
Children: Saturday 10th 9 – 11 am
All: 11.15 am Mass on Sunday 11th

COFFEE MORNING RAFFLE:
11th March in Parish Hall.  All monies will go towards Parish Projects.

BEREAVEMENT:
If you have been bereaved over the past couple of years and would like to speak with one of our trained counsellors, please contact the Parish Office.

CONFIRMATION CATECHISTS:
Please sign the tear off slip at the bottom of the Newsletter if you would like to help with our Confirmation programme this year.  Please sign the slip even if you helped last year .  Slips may be given to the Priests or posted through the  Presbytery letter box. There will be a meeting for all Confirmation Catechists this Wednesday 7th March at 7 pm.

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BEREAVEMENT GROUP:
We now have a group of volunteers who have been trained to provide support to bereaved individuals.  This will be offered automatically to those newly bereaved but if you have been bereaved over the past couple of years and feel you would benefit from this please contact the Parish Office.

CONFIRMATION CATECHISTS:
Please sign the tear off slip at the bottom of the Newsletter if you would like to help with our Confirmation programme this year.  Please sign the slip even if you helped last year .  Slips may be given to the Priests or posted through the  Presbytery letter box.

FAMILY FAST DAY Friday 2nd March:
By giving something up for Lent and donating the money you save to CAFOD, you can help provide clean water and sanitation for the world’s poorest families.  Envelopes can be found at the back of the Church which you can Gift Aid if you pay tax.  There will be a collection next weekend.

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ASH WEDNESDAY:
A day of fasting and abstinence.  Ashes will be distributed at all Masses on Wednesday 22nd February at 8 am, 10 am & 7.30 pm.

LENTEN TALKS:
Understand the origins and services for Holy Week.  Partake in a better and more meaningful way.  First talk will be on Tuesday 28th February at 7.30 pm in the Parish Centre, focusing on ‘Palm Sunday’.  All welcome.

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
Will take place every other Sunday during Lent from 1.30pm – 5.30pm starting Sunday 26th February.  Please add your name to the list in the Church Porch if you are willing to stay for half an hour.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
Will take place after 10 am Mass and at 7.30 pm every Friday during Lent.  We are looking for volunteer groups to take the evening service – please add your name to the list in the church porch.

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CONFIRMATION 2012:
Please sign up for an appointment on Monday, 20th February between
5 – 9 pm, with the Priests and Catechists, on the list in the Paper Shop today.

There has been an unexpectedly  large number of applicants this year so a second date for Confirmation has been added on Wednesday 23rd May.  There will be a meeting for Parents on Wednesday 14th March at 7pm.  Names will be drawn to decide which date will be allocated to each Candidate.

BEREAVEMENT GROUP:
We now have a group of volunteers who have been trained to provide support to individuals who have been bereaved.  This support will be offered automatically to those newly bereaved but if you have been bereaved over the past couple of years and feel you would benefit from this please contact the Parish Office.

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CONFIRMATION 2012:
Application forms are now available for this year’s Confirmation Course and can be collected from the Sacristy after all Sunday Masses.  Forms must be collected and signed for by the candidate themselves.

Please sign up for an appointment on Monday 20th February between 5 – 9 pm to meet with the Priests and Catechists, on the list in the Paper Shop today.

There has been an unexpectedly  large number of applicants this year so a second date for Confirmation has been added on Wednesday 23rd May.  There will be a meeting for Parents on Wednesday 14th March at 7pm.  Names will be drawn to decide which date will be allocated to each Candidate.

MARRIAGE PREPARATION COURSE:
We have had three couples express an interest in helping with this important ministry.  If any married couples would like to help please see one of the Priests. Thank you.

BREDA SHUSTER RIP:
Reception: Wednesday 8th Feb, 6 pm.
Requiem Mass: Thursday at 10 am.

CATHERINE MOCLAIR RIP:
Reception: Thursday 9th Feb at 3.30 pm.  Requiem Mass: Friday at 10 am.

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JANUARY SALE:
Many thanks to all who supported the sale.  We had a marvellous day and raised £1,450 a great result.  There is a list of prize numbers on the notice board in the Hall Foyer and prizes can be claimed from the office during opening hours.  Many thanks to Janet and John Butterworth for all the work they put into the Sale every year.

CONFIRMATION 2012:
Application forms are now available for this year’s Confirmation Course and should be collected from the Sacristy after all Sunday Masses.  Forms must be collected and signed for by the candidate themselves.

PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES:
We are planning to go to Lourdes this year from Monday 3rd to Friday 7th September.  The cost will be £511 per person.  Please indicate your interest by placing your name(s) on the list on the notice board inside the Church, which also contains further details.

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JANUARY SALE:
This year’s Big Sale will take place this weekend after the Saturday evening Mass and  all Sunday morning Masses.  We have our usual collection of hats, gloves and scarves, plus many other items all at bargain prices as well as lovely homemade cakes.  Please pop in for a bargain.  All proceeds will go towards replacing the Crib figures.

CONFIRMATION 2012:
Application forms are now available for this year’s Confirmation Course. Forms can be collected in the Sacristy after all Sunday Masses.  Forms must be collected by the candidate themselves.

MASS IN HONOUR OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES:
Saturday 11th February at 2pm at Westminster Cathedral.  Archbishop Vincent Nicols will be celebrating the Mass and the Sacrament of the Sick will be administered.

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MASS TIMES THIS WEEK:
Monday – Friday 8 am & 10 am.

JANUARY SALE:
This year’s Big Sale will take place on Saturday 21st January after the evening Mass and Sunday 22nd after all morning Masses.  We have our usual collection of hats, gloves and scarves, plus many other items all at bargain prices.  Any donations of books, toys, DVDs, CDs, toiletries etc plus raffle prizes will be most welcome.  Cakes will be a big help on the day. Items for sale may be left in the Parish Office during opening hours. For further details call Janet on 01707 664843.  All proceeds to Parish Funds. Do come along for a bargain! Thank you.

CONFIRMATION 2012:
Details will follow shortly for those of school age, who wish to be confirmed this year.  Please note: this is not adult confirmation.

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JANUARY SALE:
This year’s Big Sale will take place on Saturday 21st January after the evening Mass and Sunday 22nd after all morning Masses.  We have our usual collection of hats, gloves and scarves, plus many other items all at bargain prices.  Any donations of books, toys, DVDs, CDs, toiletries etc plus raffle prizes will be most welcome.  Cakes will be a big help on the day. Items for sale may be left in the Parish Office during opening hours. For further details call Janet on 01707 664843.  All proceeds to Parish Funds. Do come along for a bargain! Thank you.

CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S SOCIETY CRIB APPEAL:
This weekend will be the last opportunity for you to make a donation for the CCS appeal – thank you.

CONFIRMATION 2012:
Details will follow shortly.

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CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S SOCIETY CRIB APPEAL:
Each year the CCS offers practical and emotional support to children and families who are under great personal and financial strain and for whom the overwhelming expectations of Christmas can be the straw that breaks the camel’s back.  The society works with families to relieve their stresses and give them hope for the future.  They also help the children to enjoy their Christmas by providing parties, toys and clothes.  Please help them by supporting the Crib Appeal this year.  Thank you.

JANUARY SALE:
Just a short note to say that the January Sale will take place in the Parish Hall on 21st/22nd January.  We would be most grateful for any saleable items.  More news soon – Janet Butterworth.

BERNADETTE CLUB:
The January gathering takes place on Friday 6th at 2 pm in the Parish Hall.  New members welcome – call the parish office for more information.

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CRIB OFFERINGS:
As usual the crib offerings will go to the Catholic Children’s Society.  If you would like to help further donations of high street vouchers and new Children’s toys will also be most welcome.  The Society are also looking for volunteers to deliver these items – if you are able to help please see Fr Vincent – thank you.