MASS TIMES:

There is no 8am Mass on Thursday 17th February. 

FEBRUARY BAPTISM:

The course continues on Monday 14th February at 7.30 pm in the Small Hall. 

CONFIRMATION 2011:

The next session, for all candidates, is on Wednesday 16th February at 7 pm in the Parish Centre. 

KEEP FIT CLASSES:

In the Parish Hall on Tuesdays, 6.30 – 7.30 pm, and Fridays from 11.15 am – 12. 15 pm.  All most welcome, regardless of ability! 

PARISH SATURDAY CLUB:

The Saturday Club, for learning disabilities and special needs, meets regularly and provides an afternoon of activities, games, music and chat. Come and join us on Saturday 19th February, from 3pm-5pm here in the Parish Hall. Contact: Libby 07960 226421.

MASS TIMES:

Please note there will be NO 8 am Mass on this coming Thursday morning. 

BAPTISM:

The February Baptism Course begins on Monday 7th February between 7 – 8 pm, when you are invited to complete an application form.  The course continues on Monday 14th February at 7.30 pm in the Small Hall. 

CONFIRMATION 2011:

The next session for those who hope to be Confirmed in 2011 will be on Wednesday 9th February at 7 pm.

JANUARY SALE:

Many thanks to all those who helped and supported the sale.  We raised an amazing £1,403.  Prizes can be claimed from the Parish Office – the list of winners is on the notice board. Many thanks to you all – Janet Butterworth. 

PAPER SHOP VOLUNTEERS:

Urgently required for the second half of Sunday mornings.  Please call Cecilia on 8361 9408 or leave your details in the Parish Office  - thank you. 

PRAYERS FOR THE SICK:

We pray for the sick at every Mass but only pray for individuals by name for three weeks unless you ask for their name to be included again. 

BAPTISM:

The February Baptism Course begins on Monday 7th February when applications will be signed between 7pm – 8pm.  The course continues on Monday 14th February at 7.30pm in the Small Hall.

JANUARY SALE:

The January Sale is today, after all masses except Sunday evening.Do come along and support us and find a bargain.  Thank you, Janet. 

PAPER SHOP VOLUNTEERS:

Urgently required for the second half of Sunday mornings.  Please call Cecilia on 8361 9408 or leave your details in the Parish Office  - thank you. 

CONVENT MASS:

There will be a Mass in the Convent at 2, Brookdale on Thursday at 7.30pm – all most welcome. 

PRAYERS FOR THE SICK:

We pray for the sick at every Mass but only pray for individuals by name for three weeks unless you ask for their name to be included again.

JEANNE SMITH RIP:

Jeanne's funeral will take place on Thursday, January 27th, at 10 am, and the body will be received into the church on Wednesday evening at 5 pm.   

JANUARY SALE:

This year’s Big Sale is on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd January after all Masses except Sunday evening. We have a great selection of  hats and gloves as well as many other items.  If you can donate any gifts, books, toys, DVD’s or CDs etc. we will be most grateful, also raffle prizes.  Cakes on the day will be a big help.  Items may be left in the Office during opening hours.  For other queries please ring Janet Butterworth on 01707 664843. All proceeds will be for Parish Funds.  Do please come along for a bargain. Janet

PAPER SHOP VOLUNTEERS:

Urgently required for the second half of Sunday mornings.  Please call Cecilia on 8361 9408 or leave your details in the Parish Office  - thank you. 

PAX CHRISTI PENNIES:

Please bring your Pennies For Peace on 30th January – thank you.

JANUARY SALE:

This year’s Big Sale is on Saturday 22nd January and Sunday 23rd January after all Masses except Sunday evening.We have a great selection of winter hats and gloves as well as many other items.  If you can donate any gifts, books, toys, DVD’s or CDs etc. we will be most grateful, also raffle prizes.  Cakes on the day will be a big help.  Items may be left in the Office during opening hours.  For other queries please ring Janet Butterworth on 01707 664843.All proceeds will be for Parish Funds.  Do please come along for a bargain.

Janet

OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL QUIZ NIGHT:

On Saturday, 22nd January, from 7.30 pm.  Tickets are £5 – please call 07818 236904 for more information. 

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:

On Tuesday 4th January at 8pm there will be a meeting for parents of children hoping to receive their Holy Communion for the first time in 2011.Saturday 8th at 10am is Catechesis for the Children and on Sunday 9th, the 11.15am Mass is for all the family. 

JANUARY SALE:

Just a short note to say that the January Sale will take place in the Parish Hall on 22nd/23rd January.  We would be most grateful for any saleable items.  More news in the New Year – Thank you Janet Butterworth. 

OFFERTORY ROTAS:

The new rota begins this Sunday, January 2nd.  Please collect your copy from the paper shop today.  Many thanks.

CHRISTMAS ENVELOPES:

There are envelopes in the porch for those not in the envelope scheme for your Christmas Offering for the Priests of the Parish. Christmas collections are your gift to the Priests of the Parish and go towards making up the bulk of their income for the year. 

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS:

We need 4 ministers for the 6.30pm Mass on Christmas Eve, 4 for Midnight Mass, 4 for the 8.30am, 9.45am and 11.15am on Christmas Day and 2 for the 12.30pm Mass on Christmas Day.  There is a sheet in the Porch for volunteers to sign – thank you. 

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:

On Tuesday 4th January at 8pm there will be a meeting for parents of children hoping to receive their Holy Communion for the first time in 2011.Saturday 8th at 10am is Catechesis for the Children and on Sunday 9th, the 11.15am Mass is for all the family.

MARIA DADOMO RIP:

Reception of the body is Sunday 12th December at 7.30 pm, followed by the funeral at 11 am on Monday.  Fr. Agostino will officiate. 

PLANNED GIVING ENVELOPES 2011:

There are still some Planned Giving envelopes at the back of the Church.  If you are in the envelope scheme then please take your envelopes as they have already started. Thank you. 

CHRISTMAS ENVELOPES:

There are envelopes in the porch for those not in the envelope scheme for your Christmas Offering for the Priests of the Parish. 

VOLUNTEERS CHRISTMAS PARTY:

Thank you for those who worked to make the Party for Parish Volunteers on Saturday evening such a pleasant time. 

BAPTISM COURSE:

Continues on Monday 13th December at 7.30pm in the Small Hall.

PLANNED GIVING ENVELOPES 2011:

There are still some Planned Giving envelopes at the back of the Church.  If you were expecting some envelopes, but they are not there, then please leave your name and address on the sheet provided. 

TINS FOR THE HOMELESS:

During Advent we collect tins for the homeless.  Please leave any tins in the box at the back of the Church. 

CHRISTMAS ENVELOPES:

There are envelopes in the porch for those not in the envelope scheme for your Christmas Offering for the Priests of the Parish. 

TEN TEN THEATRE:

On Sunday 12th December at 7.30 pm, Ten Ten would like to invite you for a mince pie and a chance to enjoy their family show, “The Gift”, suitable for ages 5+.  Tickets on sale from Sunday 5th, and are £1 per family.  We hope you will come and enjoy this seasonal offering.  

TEN TEN THEATRE:

On Sunday 12th December at 7.30 pm, Ten Ten would like to invite you for a mince pie and a chance to enjoy their family show, “The Gift”, suitable for ages 5+.  Tickets on sale from Sunday 5th, and are £1 per family.  We hope you will come and enjoy this seasonal offering.

PLANNED GIVING ENVELOPES 2011:

These are now available at the back of the church in alphabetical order, starting in December. 

ST FRANCIS XAVIER’S FEAST ANNUALCELEBRATION:  

Held by the North London Goans at Woodside High School, White Hart Lane, N22 on Sunday 5th December from 12.45 pm.  Tickets from Frank Mendes 8888 1400 or Bernadette Dias 8361 9417. 

PAPAL VISIT COLLECTION:

Thank you for your kind donations last weekend.  A total of £815 was collected. 

BERNADETTE CLUB:

Meets on Friday 3rd December in the Parish Hall at 2pm.  This will be the Christmas Party and all are welcome. 

EXTRA FAIR TRADE STALL:

There is a variety of craft and jewellery items priced at £6 or less as well as other seasonal items on the stall today.