Parish of Our Lady of La Salette, Rainham

Post Bazaar Raffle. The raffle raised a total of £334. Many thanks to all who supported this. All prizes have been claimed except for the Tilda Hamper. Ticket details: Purple/Serial No. AD 321681/Ticket No. 886-890

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Local Roadworks. We have been advised by Cadent that works are taking place in the local area between 2nd February and 30th March. It is likely that traffic will be delayed during this time.

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Brentwood Catholic Youth Service Monthly Youth Mass. The next Mass is this coming Thursday,5th February 2026. The evening will begin with something to eat in the Parish Hall at 6pm, followed by a session in which the SVP will join us to help us begin to think, reflect and prepare for the coming season of Lent. We will then celebrate Youth Mass in the Cathedral at 7:30pm, and the evening should finish around 8:30pm.

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Altar Servers. For the next 2 weekends we are asking all servers to sign a register before Mass so that we can update our records. This is for both Polish and English Masses. Thank you!

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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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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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Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes – 2026. Join Bishop Alan and pilgrims from across our diocese in Lourdes this summer: Friday 17th - Friday 24th July 2026. Bookings will open shortly at: https://www.tangney-tours.com/brentwood

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St John Bosco Children’s Camp. An amazing volunteer opportunity for this summer. If you are in school year 12 or student age (or any age over 17!) you are very welcome to apply at: www.boscocamp.co.uk / The application process includes references and a DBS check, which we can help with, as well as a training and support before and during Camp. The Camp provides over 100 children a week with a summer holiday – for many their only holiday. As a volunteer you use your skills in assisting with different sporting and fun activities, as well as the practical aspects of camp life. Volunteer for 25th July – 1st August or 1st – 8th August. The Camp is a special work of Caritas Diocese of Brentwood, and also seeks financial donations – further information can be found on the website.

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Summer Lourdes Pilgrimage (18-25 Jul 2026). Applications are open online for this years’ Lourdes pilgrimage for those in year 10 and above. You can find all information and the link to apply at: www.bcys.net. As always, there is funding available for which we can provide advice and support. We hope to have as many different schools and parishes represented as possible so if there is any support we can give, please do get in touch.

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Diocesan Pilgrimage to Walsingham (23 May 2026). A day pilgrimage of prayer with Mass, picnic, the Holy Mile walk and Vespers/Benediction at the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham with opportunities for young people to serve and an optional overnight at Walsingham House beforehand.

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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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