Parish of Our Lady of La Salette, Rainham

Parish Bazaar – THANK YOU! A huge “Thank You” to all who contributed time, effort, and support in any way to this annual fund-raiser for our Parish. We will publish the grand total raised once all funds have been counted.

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Second Collection for Lepra. There is a second collection this weekend in support of Lepra. With your help Lepra can find, diagnose and treat more people affected by leprosy.

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From Fr Kris. Many thanks to all who purchased the handmade Christmas decorations last weekend. Your generous support helped us to raise the sum of £650 toward our parish youth’s trip to Lourdes next summer! 'Christmas Red Candles' are still available in the porch this weekend for a minimum donation of £4 (card payments also accepted).

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Bishop Thomas's funeral livestreamed. Bishop Thomas's funeral takes place at the Cathedral this coming Tuesday at 11.30am. It will be livestreamed at at: www.shealolin.co.uk/bishop-thomas / May he rest in peace.

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Advent Reconciliation Services: Tuesday 16th December at 7:00pm - St Marys, Hornchurch / Friday 19th December at 7:30pm - St Cedd, Goodmayes / Monday, 22nd December at 7.30pm St Peters, Dagenham / Here at La Salette, on Tuesday 23rd December 7pm-8pm

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Christmas Schedule: Sunday 22nd December: Masses as usual / Christmas Eve: 5.00pm: Family Mass with Nativity presentation / 9:00pm: Mass in Polish / 11.30pm: Carol Service followed by Midnight Mass / Christmas Day: Masses at 9.00am and 11.00am, Mass in Polish at 12.30pm / Friday 26th December (Feast of St Stephen) Mass at 10.00am / Mass in Polish at 11.00am

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Used Stamps – St Francis Hospice. Please keep any stamps from cards you have received through the post and bring them for St. Francis Hospice. There is a box for them in the porch. If you could kindly trim an inch or so around the stamp that would be greatly appreciated.

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Eucharistic Ministers. Joan will be taking over the Eucharistic ministers rota in the new year. To assist with rota planning, she has prepared a preference form, which is available in the sacristy. Please take a moment to indicate your preferences on the form so that she can finalise the rota for distribution next month.

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Repository. We have a good selection of cards, candles, diaries, etc., for Christmas. Mass cards are also available if you wish to book a Mass as a Christmas gift. Weekly Missals ordered are now in stock. 

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Christmas Cards – Free Delivery!! If you wish to send cards to other Parishioners and would like to save postage, you can place them in the alphabetical pockets (by surname) in the porch.

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Applications for Reception Class 2026 at La Salette School. For all families whose child is due to start school in September 2026, a reminder that applications must be submitted by 15th January.

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La Salette Primary School. Is seeking to appoint a maternity cover teacher and a midday assistant. The positions are listed on Havering JobsGoPublic, or contact the school office for more information.

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Mass Intentions. There are a number of opportunities to request a Mass Intention on weekdays and Sundays in the coming weeks. Please speak to any of the Priests to arrange for a Mass intention.

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Support our parish youth online. Visit our ‘shop’ to donate. We don’t sell or ship anything. After choosing the amount, click “personal collection” in the basket. Then pay to transfer your donation to our youth fund. Visit <THIS LINK>. Thanks for investing in our parish’s future.

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Join Our Chess Classes! Elite Chess Academy invites children aged 4-16 and adults to join our chess classes. It’s a great opportunity to learn chess, develop logical thinking, and have fun! Classes are held on Mondays and Saturdays. If you’re interested, please contact us: contact@elitechessacademy.co.uk 🖥️ www.elitechessacademy.co.uk 📞 07858975335

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Offertory Collection. Please help us to minimise cash handling by setting up a standing order. Forms are available in the porch. Please also consider Gift Aiding your offering if you are a taxpayer. Non-Gift Aid donations can also be made using your contactless card on the machine in the porch.

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REGISTERING AT THE PARISH: It’s always important to have details of all of our parishioners. There are Parish Registration Forms in the Porch of the Church. Please complete and return to the Presbytery.

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Please pray for the Sick members of our Parish, at home or in hospital: Derek Capon, David Kowalski, Sheila Miller. May they feel the presence of the Lord with them at all times.

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Visiting the Sick. Visits take place on the first Friday of each month. If you, or a member of your family, would like a visit, we are happy to arrange this. Please let one of our priests know.

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