Parish of Our Lady of La Salette, Rainham

Happy Holidays! We wish our children, young people, teaching staff and all of our Parishioners who may be taking some time away over the summer months, a safe and restful holiday.

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Newsletter. Please note that, as is customary, there will be no newsletter published during August. Mass Intentions for the month of August will be displayed in the porch.

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St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Upminster. Is seeking to appoint an inspirational, practising Catholic Head Teacher from January 2027. Details available at: https://st-josephs-upminster.net/vacancies/ Closing date: 5pm on 2nd September 2026

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Friday 14th August, Feast of St Maximilian Kolbe at St Edward the Confessor, 5 Park End Road, Romford RM1 4AT. Morning Mass at 10am. Later in the day a vivid and significant new film of Kolbe’s life, Triumph of the Heart, will be shown in the parish hall at 2.30 and 7pm. English with Polish Subtitles. Age 13+. £5 entry. Booking info on poster at the back of the church. All welcome.

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Retrouvaille has helped thousands of couples find hope and healing in their marriage. Next dates: 2nd - 4th October.  For details go to: www.retrouvaille.org.uk or Tel: 0788 7296983

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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. We often want to have a Mass said for remembrance of a loved one, a special intention or perhaps the speedy recovery of a family member or friend, but rarely do we think of having a Mass offered for a celebration or in thanksgiving for prayers answered! Is there a better way to show our gratitude to God? Please speak to any of the Priests to arrange for a Mass intention. If you have arranged for a Mass intention at weekends, and would like to take the offertory gifts to the altar, please make yourself known to the stewards in the porch before Mass.

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“Golden Years” Group every Thursday. A new group - Golden Years - hold their sessions for over-60’s in our hall every Thursday from 10am to midday. Leaflets are available in the porch. Please come along and take a look.

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Coffee Morning. Wednesday, after Rosary following Morning Mass. Please join us in the Meeting Room – all are welcome!

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Side Chapel. We are very fortunate to have a Chapel so close to the Sanctuary, which provides a unique view of the liturgy. If your young child becomes restless during Mass, you are encouraged to avail of the Side Chapel where you may find it easier to calm them.

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Respect for our Church. Regrettably, we must continue to ask that those attending our Church please refrain from eating here and leaving behind wrappers, drinks cartons, etc.

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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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