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PAT ADAMS RIP:
The Requiem Mass will take place on Tuesday 17th February at 10 am. 

WILLIAM HEALY RIP:
The Requiem will take place on Monday 23rd February at 10 am.  The body will be brought in the night before at 7.30 pm. 

OUR LADY OF LOURDES SCHOOL:
Will be holding their first Society Golf day on Friday 24th April at Trent Park Golf Course.  Any golfers who are interested in the event, or sponsors of prizes and holes, please call Joe Campbell on 07738 972690.  Please see notice board for further details. 

PLAY LEADER REQUIRED:
Our Lady of Lourdes school are looking for a Play Leader from March for one hour a day, five days a week.  If you are interested, please contact the school on 8361 0767.

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JEAN BAKER RIP:
Jean will be brought into church on Sunday 8 February at 7.30 pm, and the Requiem will follow the day after, 9th February, at 10 am. 

BRIDGET McCAHEY RIP:
The Requiem will take place on Friday February 13th at 10 am.  

PAT ADAMS RIP:
The Requiem Mass will take place on Tuesday 17th February at 10am. 

SUNDAY MORNING REFRESHMENT ROTAS:
Are ready for collection from the Paper Shop.  

CAN A DIVORCED PERSON MARRY IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?
To talk about this and answer any questions you may have, Fr John Conneely, the judicial vicar of the Westminster Tribunal, will be speaking about  ‘ANNULMENTS’ on Wednesday 11th February at 8 pm at Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St  George Parish Centre, 45 London Road, Enfield, EN2 6DS.  Tel: 020 8363 2569 

OUR LADY OF LOURDES FEAST DAY:
Is on Wednesday 11th February and our school will be joining us in the church for 10 am Mass to celebrate.

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JEAN BAKER RIP
The reception of Jean’s body into the church will be on Monday 2nd February at 4.30 pm, and the Requiem will follow on Tuesday 3rd at 10 am. 

CANDLEMAS:
The Blessing of Candles will take place at 8 am and 10 am Mass on Monday 2nd February. 

FEBRUARY BAPTISM COURSE:
Begins tomorrow, Monday 2nd.  Please come to the Parish Centre between 7 – 8 pm to complete an application form.  The second part of the course follows at 7.30 pm on Monday 9th. 

FEBRUARY FIRST HOLY COMMUNION:
Parents: Tuesday 3rd at 8 pm.
Children: Saturday 7th at 10 am.
All:  11.15 Mass on Sunday 8th. 

SUNDAY MORNING REFRESHMENT ROTAS:
Are ready for collection from the Paper Shop.

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JANUARY SALE - TODAY
The Big January Sale will take place in  the Hall after all morning Masses.  A larger than ever selection of hats, gloves and scarves will be on sale and many other items all at great prices. All monies raised will go towards the Parish Hymn Book fund. Please do come along for a bargain ~ Janet Butterworth.

EILEEN BRUETON’S FAMILY
would like to express their heartfelt thanks  for the kindness, support and cards  they received following the death of Eileen.  An amazing sum of £800 was collected to be sent to ‘Marie Curie’.  A Mass will be offered for your intentions. 

BAPTISM APPLICATION:
The next date for Baptism applications will be Monday 2nd February 7pm -8pm, with the course to follow on 9th February at 7.30 pm in the Small Hall. 

SUNDAY MORNING REFRESHMENT ROTAS:
Are ready for collection from the Paper Shop.

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MASS OF THANKSGIVING FOR THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY:
The Cardinal is holding a special Mass at Westminster Cathedral on 30th May for all couples celebrating their 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th or 60th wedding anniversary this year.  If you would like to attend, please let the Office have your names, wedding date, full postal address and email or phone number. 

JANUARY SALE – NEXT WEEK!
The Big January Sale will take place in the Hall on Saturday 24th January after the evening Mass and on Sunday 25th after all morning Masses.  A larger then ever selection of hats, gloves and scarves will be on sale and many other items all at great prices.If you can donate any books, toys, DVD’s, CD’s, gifts or toiletries etc it will be a great help.  Prizes for the raffle will also be most welcome as will offers of cakes on the day.Items for sale can be left the Office during opening times.  Any queries please call me on 01707 664843.All monies raised will go towards the Parish Hymn Book fund.Please note not second hand clothing or videos.  Thank you all very much please do come along for a bargain ~ Janet Butterworth. 

LATIN DANCE:
Now that you are getting back into shape after Christmas why not try our Latin Dance class, which meets this Friday, January 23rd at 7 pm in the Hall.  You don’t need a partner and it’s all good fun.  Please see the poster in the church for more information.

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JANUARY SALE:
The Big January Sale will take place in the Hall on Saturday 24th January after the evening Mass and on Sunday 25th after all morning Masses.  A larger then ever selection of hats, gloves and scarves will be on sale and many other items all at great prices.If you can donate any books, toys, DVD’s, CD’s, gifts or toiletries etc it will be a great help.  Prizes for the raffle will also be most welcome as will offers of cakes on the day.Items for sale can be left the Office during opening times.  Any queries please call me on 01707 664843.All monies raised will go towards the Parish Hymn Book fund.Please note not second hand clothing or videos.  Thank you all very much please do come along for a bargain ~ Janet Butteworth.

THINKING OF THE PRIESTHOOD?
On Tuesday 3rd February, there will be an opportunity for those of you who are thinking about joining the priesthood to ask questions and hear from those who are already priests, at St. Paul’s, Bradley Road, Wood Green from 7.30 pm.  If you are interested, please see the poster in the Porch.

HELP A LONDON PARK:
You can help Arnos Park win £400,000 for some much needed improvements and renovations by going online to vote at www.london.gov.uk/parksvote .Voting closes on 30th January.

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JANUARY SALE:
Janet writes: Just an early note to let you know that the January sale will take place in the Parish Hall on 24th/25th January.   We will be most grateful for any saleable items – more news in the new year.  Many thanks. 

DEANERY TALKS – ALL WELCOME: 'What kind of God do we believe in?' (Images of God)
The talks start on Wednesday 7th January, 8:00 - 9:30pm, in the Church Hall, Church of Mary Mother of God, Nag's Head Road, Ponders End, EN3 7AR. The speaker is Peter McWilliams, Head of RE, St Ignatius College 

NORTH LONDON HOSPICE:
Many thanks to all of you who attended the Coffee Morning at 12, Betstyle before Christmas, which raised over £410 for the Hospice. 

BERNADETTE CLUB:
The Post Christmas meeting is on  Friday 9th January between 2 – 4 pm.  All welcome. 

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PARISH OFFICE OPENING TIMES OVER CHRISTMAS:
The Office will be open on the following days:  Monday to Wednesday of this coming week, and Monday Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday of the following week.  Please remember that we do not open on Mondays until 10.30 am.

JANUARY SALE:
Janet writes: Just an early note to let you know that the January sale will take place in the Parish Hall on 24th/25th January.   We will be most grateful for any saleable items – more news in the new year.  Many thanks.  

CHURCH CLEANING ROTAS:
Please collect from Paper Shop.

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SERVERS & EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS:
Please sign the lists in the porch if you are able to serve/help at any of the Christmas Masses.  Thank you. 

PARISH OFFICE OPENING TIMES OVER CHRISTMAS:
The Office will be open on the following days:  Monday to Wednesday of this coming week, and Monday Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday of the following week.  Please remember that we do not open on Mondays until 10.30 am. 

FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS, ST PAUL’S WOODLAND WAY:
Our Ecumenical Carol Service with St Paul’s takes place this evening, Sunday 21st December,  at 6.30 pm.  Our choir and readers will be taking part and you are all invited to join them.

ADVENT PENITENTIAL SERVICES:
Will take place on Monday 22nd December at 2.30 pm & 7.30 pm.

TINS FOR THE HOMELESS:
Will be collected during Advent.  Please leave them in the box under the Offertory table – thank you.

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CHRISTMAS MASS TIMES 

Christmas Eve: Family Mass 6.30 pm

11.30 pm: Readings and carols 
12.00 am: Midnight Mass 

Christmas Day: 8.30 am; 9.45 am; 11.15 am; 12.30pm         

THERE IS NO 6.30 pm MASS ON CHRISTMAS DAY

CRIB:
The Knights of St Columba will be putting up the Christmas Tree and Crib on Tuesday 16th December at 8 pm.  We need some strong volunteers  to help construct the Crib.  Please be in the church ready to start at 8 pm.  Thank you. 

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:
On Sunday afternoon between 1.15 pm and 5.30 pm, ending with Benediction.  You are all welcome to spend half an hour or so with the Blessed Sacrament during the afternoon.

ADVENT TALKS:
The Advent talks on St Paul continue on Wednesday, 17th  December, at 7.30 pm in the Parish Hall.   This week the topic is Paul’s second missionary journey.

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PARISH HELPERS PARTY INVITATION:
All those who contribute to the smooth running of our Parish in any way are invited by Fr. Tom and Fr. Damian to a “Thank You” Christmas Party on Sat Dec 13th from 7.30 pm. No matter what you do you are welcome, and as there are so many who help we can’t give individual invitations.  Please bring your partner or a friend if you would like.  

ADVENT PENITENTIAL SERVICES:
Will take place on Monday 22nd December at 2.30pm & 7.30pm. 

ADVENT TALKS:
The Advent talks on St Paul continue on Wednesday, 10th  December, at 7.30pm in the Parish Hall.   This week the topic is Paul’s first missionary journey. 

COFFEE MORNING IN AID OF NORTH LONDON HOSPICE:
At 12, Betstyle Road, on Wednesday 10th December from 10 am til noon.  Lots of Christmas present ideas, so do go along and have a cup of coffee.