Parish of Our Lady of La Salette, Rainham

Our Lady of La Salette, Reconciler of Sinners [*] Pray without ceasing for us who have recourse to you.

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Christmas Bazaar 2026. There will be an organizational meeting on Monday, 12th October at 7:30pm. Please consider coming along to bring ideas and to help - the bazaar is a major fund-raising event for our Parish – and you will be very welcome to attend this important meeting. The Bazaar will take place on Saturday, 28th November. Please put the date in your diary!

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Building Fund Second Collection. A total of £774 was collected last week. Thank you very much for your continued generous support of our parish.

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Thinking about becoming Catholic? The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is the process by which adults are admitted to the Catholic Church. Our parish's RCIA programme has just commenced, but it is not too late to become involved. Our next meeting is at 7:15pm this Tuesday 6th October in the meeting room (entry via the door next to the Presbytery). Please speak to Fr Kris or Fr Edward for more details or just come along to the meeting.

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Vocations Enquirers. The next “Enquirers’ Evening” for those considering or interested in a vocation to the priesthood is on Tuesday 6 October at St Mary Mother of God, Hornchurch. The speaker will be Fr Francis Abara. For further information please contact Fr Mark Swires vocprom@brcdt.org

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THE CALL TO BE HUMAN: an introduction to Catholic morality. A series of four weekly talks given by Fr Martin Boland, parish priest of Our Lady of Lourdes church, Wanstead, commencing this Wednesday, 7th October. For details, please see the poster in the porch or visit the website: www.ourladyoflourdeswanstead.com

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CAFOD Harvest Family Fast Day. There is a second collection this weekend. Please use the CAFOD Family Fast Day envelopes or donate online at: cafod.org.uk/envelope

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Prisoners’ Sunday. Pact (Prison Advice and Care Trust) is the national Catholic prison charity. It supports prisoners, their families and their children, offering them hope and the chance to turn their lives around. There will be a second collection next weekend to support Pact’s important work in the year ahead. We know that prisons are in crisis, and life for prisoners and their families in our communities is challenging. Your generous support for this Catholic charity is much appreciated.

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Maranatha at Upminster 15 October 2026. Maranatha! Come Lord Jesus!  All are warmly invited to an evening of prayer, praise and worship, including Mass and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, where we come together to encounter the Holy Spirit and share fellowship in a Catholic context. At St Joseph's Catholic Church, Upminster RM14 2SY on Thursday 16 October 2026 7:00pm to 9:00pm, with refreshments afterwards.   Not been to Maranatha before - why not come and see?

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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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