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SERVERS REHEARSALS:
There will be a rehearsal for the Servers who are taking part in the services on Holy (Maundy) Thursday and Good Friday on Tuesday 30th March at 6 pm, and for those who are serving at the Easter Vigil on Saturday 3rd April at 10.30 am. 

EASTER OFFERINGS:
By tradition the collection at Easter are for the Priests of the Parish.  If you are not in the envelope scheme there are envelopes available in the porch for you to use for your offering – thank you. 

PARISH PAPER SHOP/REPOSITORY:
Is just behind the brown door of the Parish Hall and is open before and after all regular weekend masses for Catholic papers, mass cards and other religious items. 

PARISH OFFICE:
Please note that the Office will be open this week, Monday – Thursday, but will closed from Monday 5th – Thursday 8th April.   

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LENT TALKS:
The third talk, given by Fr Kevin, will be on Tuesday 23rd March at 7.30 pm when the topic will be “The Burial and Resurrection as described by St Luke.” 

BORN FOR THIS:
Rehearsals continue Tuesday for all those involved at 7.45 pm in the church and hall.  There is a full day rehearsal on Sat 27th March at 10am.  ALL should attend -  please bring your own lunch. 

CONFIRMATION COURSE:
Next session is on Wednesday 24th  March at 7 pm. 

READERS EASTER ROTAS &  LAY MINISTERS ROTAS:
Are awaiting collection in the paper shop today. 

OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL:
The children are performing their Easter Play in the church on Thursday 25th March at 2 pm.  All welcome. 

STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
On Friday after the 10 am Mass and again at 7 pm.  This Friday “Churches Together” will lead the service.

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LENT TALKS:
The third talk given by Fr Kevin will be on Tuesday 23rd March when the topic will be: ‘The Burial and Resurrection as described by St Luke’

The Lent talks are a good opportunity to reflect upon the events of Holy Week and will help to deepen our understanding of the special services during that week.

CONFIRMATION COURSE:
Next session is on Wednesday 17th  March at 7 pm.

GIOCOMO FULGONI RIP
Requiem Mass Thursday 18th March at 10am.

MICHAEL BATTLE RIP:
Reception of Body Thursday at 6.30pm. Requiem Mass Friday at 10am.

READERS ROTA:
Available in the Paper Shop.

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LENT TALKS:
The Second talk, by Deacon Vincent, will be Tuesday 9th March.  The topic is ‘The Arrest, Trial and Crucifixion of Jesus in St Luke’s Gospel”.  The third talk, by Fr. Kevin, is on Tuesday 23rd March on ‘The Burial & Resurrection as described by St Luke”. This is a good opportunity to reflect upon the events of Holy Week and will help deepen our understanding of the special services during that week. 

ERMINA FERDENZI RIP:
Reception: Monday 8th March at 8 pm.  The Requiem follows on Tuesday 9th at 10 am. 

CONFIRMATION COURSE:
Next session is on Wednesday 10th  March at 7 pm. 

EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITY OF PRIESTHOOD:
If you are a man and single, there is a possibility that God may be asking you to be a Priest.  Please see the notice in the porch giving details of a day at Ealing Abbey on the 13th March.

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LENT TALKS:
The Second talk, by Rev DN Vincent, will be Tuesday 9th March.  The topic is ‘The Arrest, Trial and Crucifixion of Jesus in St Luke’s Gospel”.  The third talk, by Fr. Kevin, is on Tuesday 23rd March on ‘The Burial & Resurrection as described by St Luke”. This is a good opportunity to reflect upon the events of Holy Week and will help deepen our understanding of the special services during that week. 

CONFIRMATION COURSE:
Next session is on Wednesday 3rd March at 7 pm. 

EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITY OF PRIESTHOOD:
If you are a man and single, there is a possibility that God may be asking you to be a Priest.  Please see  Notice Board giving details of a day at Ealing Abbey on the 13th March. 

TINS FOR THE HOMELESS:
Please leave in the box at the back of the Church.

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LENT TALKS:
The Lent talks begin this Tuesday 23rd February with “Palm Sunday and the Last Supper according to Luke” by Fr. Tom.  It takes place in the Upper Meeting Room at 7.30 pm.  These talks are a good opportunity to reflect upon the events of Holy Week and will help deepen our understanding of the special services of that week.Further talks take place on 9th and 23rd March and details are on the notice board and the website. 

THANKSGIVING FOR MATRIMONY:
If you would like to attend the special Mass at Westminster Cathedral on Saturday 22nd May for those who are celebrating their 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th and 60th anniversary this year, please leave your name, address, wedding date and some contact details with the office.  Thank you. 

ST VALENTINE’S LUNCH:
Cecilia and Clyde would like to thank everyone who supported the Valentine’s lunch.  A special thankyou to all those who helped.  A fantastic sum of £1,015 was raised towards the Sanctuary flooring.

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ASH WEDNESDAY:
Mass will be at 8 am, 10 am and 7.30 pm on Wednesday, 17th February. 

SACRAMENT OF THE SICK:
There will be Mass on Saturday, 20th February at 2.30 pm, followed by refreshments in the Hall.  Please note that there will be no 10 am Mass that day. 

CONFIRMATION MASS OF ENROLMENT:
Sunday 21st February 11.15am 

THANKSGIVING FOR MATRIMONY:
If you would like to attend the special Mass at Westminster Cathedral on Saturday 22nd May for those who are celebrating their 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th and 60th anniversary this year, please leave your name, address, wedding date and some contact details with the office.  Thank you. 

FR. KEVIN, DN. VINCENT AND FR. THOMAS will be away from 23rd February until 3rd March. 

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BORN FOR THIS Good Friday:
Thanks to everyone who expressed interest in taking part in the Good Friday musical liturgy, “Born For This”.  It is not too late to sign up.  Please complete the form at the back of the church and place it in the box.  Alternatively, just turn up for the first meeting on Tuesday 9 February at 7.45pm in the Parish Hall.  Musicians please bring instruments.

OUR LADY OF LOURDES FEAST DAY:
There will be a special Mass on Thursday, February 11th at 10 am, which will be attended by the children of our school. 

THANKSGIVING FOR MATRIMONY:
There is a special Mass at Westminster Cathedral on Saturday 22nd May for those who are celebrating their 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th and 60th anniversary this year.  Please leave your name, address, wedding date and some contact details with the office as soon as possible if you would like to go.

VALENTINE’S DAY LUNCH:
Please note, that because of the Lunch next Sunday, there will be no Coffee morning after Mass. 

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CONFIRMATION 2010:
Candidates meeting on Wednesday 3rd February at 7 pm in the Parish Hall. 

VALENTINE’S DAY LUNCH:
Sunday 14th February at 1.15pm.   Some tickets still remain at £14 each for a three course lunch including wine. 

HAITI EMERGENCY APPEAL:
Many thanks to all those who helped and supported the January Sale.We raised £1,731, plus the £2,449 collected in Church, making a tremendous total of £4,180 towards the Haiti Appeal Fund.  Please check your raffle tickets, winning numbers are on the Church notice board and prizes can be claimed from the Parish Office – Thank you, Janet Butterworth. 

FEBRUARY BAPTISM COURSE:
Please come to the Parish Hall to complete your application form between 7 – 8 pm on Monday 8th February.  Part two follows on Monday 15th. 

BERNADETTE CLUB:
Meets on Friday, February 5th at 2 pm in the Parish Hall. 

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CONFIRMATION 2010:
Candidates meeting on Wednesday 27th January at 7 pm in the Parish Hall. 

VALENTINE’S DAY LUNCH:
Sunday 14th February at 1.15pm.   Three course lunch and wine, at £14 per head.  Tickets on sale today.  All proceeds towards the Sanctuary flooring. 

LINNETTE VINCE RIP:
The Requiem Mass will take place on Tuesday 26th January at 10am. 

TOMMY CLEARY RIP:
The Requiem Mass will take place on Wednesday 27th January at 10am. 

MARIA DE CESARE RIP:
The Requiem Mass is on Thursday 28th January at 12.45pm in Italian. 

FLOWER ROTAS:
Now ready for collection in the Paper Shop.  Anyone who would like to join the rota is invited to leave their details in the office.

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FAIR TRADE SAVINGS PASSED ON
When big supermarkets have Fair Trade food as loss leaders the parish Fair Trade stall stocks up so we still make a profit for Cafod and pass on half the savings to you as you will see in the hall today.

LINNETTE VINCE RIP:
The Requiem Mass will take place on Tuesday 26th January at 10am. 

SONGS OF PRAISE:
At Manor Drive Methodist church, 4 pm this evening, 17th January. A warm welcome awaits everyone. 

JANUARY SALE:
Will take place on 23rd/24th January after the evening Mass on Saturday and the Sunday morning Masses.As always I have lovely hats, gloves and scarves etc at great prices.  If you can donate any gifts, books, toys, DVDs and CDs etc or raffle prizes I will be most grateful.  Cakes on the day will be a big help.Items can be bought to the office during Opening Hours.  Other queries, please ring Janet Butterworth on 01707 664843.All proceeds will go towards the Sanctuary flooring fund.  Do please come along for a great bargain – Janet.