Webmaster • September 30, 2023
Concern is not enough!
More than 6 million adults live in absolute poverty in Britain. This means they are destitute and are deprived of basic human needs such as food, sanitation, health or shelter. But poverty isn’t the only sort of deprivation; chronic loneliness and isolation is a significant and growing problem. According to the Office of National Statistics, Britain has become the loneliness capital of Europe. In our parish poverty and isolation are prevalent but what can we do about it? Contact the SVP on 07526 099 523 and help us work together to help tackle these problems.
Communication in the Twenty-First Century There have been problems with the email accounts here, peaking this last week. They should be receiving without issue now. Apologies for delays with responses
Friday 25th September (for 18+) Bring Family and Friends!
Invitation for names of baptized children in Year 3 and above from September. This sacrament is required for admission into the Holy Communion (Yr 4+) and Confirmation (Yr 6+) programmes
This week we have given £144.45 to Christian plus £285.60 raised by Angela’s Garden Party. Thank you for all support great and small
Next meeting on Monday 7th September. Exciting activity to be announced!
Finding the Voice of Christ Friday 30th October to Sunday 1st November . Cost approx. £200 which includes all meals from Friday teatime to Sunday lunch. If you think you may be interested, please contact Christine Szczepanski 07950 794325
From the Parish Social Committee Lots of parish events in the pipeline! Next up: Wine Call My Bluff Friday 25th September (18+)
Let us pray that in large cities often marked by anonymity and loneliness we find new ways to proclaim the Gospel, discovering creative paths to build community
If you would like to donate or help with ongoing garden maintenance, please speak to Anthony or Christine. Even popping in to water occasionally would be helpful
The Assumption of Our Lady into Heaven: Next Weekend 15th and 16th August There will be prayer in the Marian Garden just before Mass, followed by a procession into Mass. Arrive in good time, grab a hymn book, and head outside. In the event of inclement weather – eg snow – we shall start in the hall. Please bring your rosary beads and your chosen decade. (Rosary beads and Decade Rings now on sale on our Piety Stall). This is an important devotion for our children and teens. (See througheternity.com/travel-guide/ miracle-snow-santa-maria-maggiore-rome )