31st Sunday (year B) (03.11.2024)
Next Sunday -Remembrance Sunday. We will gather in front of the Presbytery at 10:55 for a brief Prayer Service and to lay a wreath commemorating those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
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November – Month of Remembrance. During November, the Rosary will be said after Morning Mass every Wednesday in prayerful remembrance of all whose names are included in the lists which have been placed on the altar.
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Parish Bazaar – Saturday 9th November. This event – a major fundraiser for our Parish – is now only 1 week away. RAFFLE TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE PORCH. Donations of chocolate (big or small bars, boxes, packets or bags) for the stalls will be much appreciated. Please bring your gifts to the Presbytery. We would also appreciate donations of home-made cakes, which need to be brought to the Hall on the morning of Saturday 9th November. Aside from donations, we would really appreciate your attendance on the day, along with friends and family. Please try to pop-in and support! Doors open at 1pm! Bazaar Stallholders – please note: Please make sure you arrive at 6pm on Friday 8th to claim your place and table in the Hall and Club and to set up your stall. The Confirmation Group should be available by 6:30pm to carry goods from the Church and storeroom to the Hall. / If you are running a different raffle to the main or children’s raffles, please provide a book of tickets. Please return counterfoils for the main draw as these are needed in advance of Saturday.
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Repository. Christmas stock has arrived! Cards, calendars, candles, etc. Mass cards are also available if you wish to book a Mass as a Christmas gift. Please call in and take a look at what is on offer.
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La Salette Primary School. Our Church and School are participating in the “Bag 2 School” scheme which specialises in the reuse and recycling of good quality second hand clothing. We are able to raise funds via the scheme which makes a payment based upon the total weight of the clothing donated. We will be most grateful for bagged donations of: adult and children’s clothing, paired shoes, handbags, belts and accessories. Bags are available in the porch (or feel free to use your own) and we ask that these be returned next weekend 9th-10th November or by latest 9am Monday 11th. Thank you, in advance, for your support.
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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Adoration takes place each morning at 8am Monday-Friday before Mass.
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Proclaim the Word - A series of talks for Readers/Lectors. Fr Adrian Graffy offers a series of talks designed specifically for those who have the task of reader/lector in the Catholic liturgy. This wide-ranging series, which you can attend free in person, is taking place at: Christ the Eternal High Priest, Brentwood Road, Gidea Park, RM2 6DH (also available on-line at www.whatgoodnews.org) Talk 1: ‘He stood up to read.’ (Luke 4:16) Beginning with texts from the New Testament, Fr Adrian surveys how the ministry of reader has developed over the centuries, culminating in the institution of lay readers after the Second Vatican Council. Wednesday 27th November 7:00pm (Tea and coffee will be available from 6.30 pm)
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The Campion School. Campion School is again inviting parishioners to the annual Senior Citizens’ Party on Sunday, 15th December 2024 between 12.30 pm and 5.00 pm, with lunch served at 1.30pm. Due to its popularity, there is a limit of 15 guests per parish. If you would like to attend, please see one of the priests by Sunday 24th November latest. Campion is also seeking generous donors to contribute to the cost (£695) of their new lectionaries with the revised translation. Donors may have a connection to the school and/or may wish to give in memory of a loved one. Please help them to proclaim the Word of God to future generations of Catholic students! If you are able to help, please contact the school directly by email: contact@thecampionschool.org.uk or see one of the Priests.
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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. The RCIA Programme covers many aspects of Catholicism, including Scripture, Sacramental Life, Catholic Practice & traditions - leading to the possibility of being received into full communion with the Roman Catholic Church. Anyone who may be interested in joining the programme should see Fr Kris for more information.
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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: Theresa Anatole, David Kowalski, Sheila Miller, Harry O’Connor, Mary Ponting, Jean Shaw. May they feel the presence of the Lord with them at all times.
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Visiting of the Sick. If you, or a member of your family, would like a visit, please let one of our priests know.
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