Parish of Our Lady of La Salette, Rainham

November Remembrance. Remembrance cards and envelopes are available in the porch.

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Celebrating Our Saints - All Hallow’s Eve: 31st October. There will be a special Mass and Celebration in the Church at 6pm. We extend an invitation to all children. Please come dressed up as your favourite Catholic Saint!

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Revised Parish Mass Book. From the first Sunday of Advent we will need to have the next edition of new Mass Books in place. We are inviting Parishioners to sponsor books – as we did last year – at the cost of £5 per book. We can accept donations from this weekend. Donors’ names will be entered in each book sponsored. Once again, your continued support is appreciated.

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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). The Programme covers many aspects of Catholicism, including scripture, sacramental life, Catholic practice and traditions. The next meeting will be on THIS Tuesday 21st October at 7:30 in the Meeting Room next to the Presbytery. Please see Fr Edward for more information.

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New Altar Servers. There will be a meeting THIS Sunday 19th October after 9am Mass in the Sacristy.

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Christmas Bazaar 2025. Preparations are beginning for this special event. Christmas Bazaar. We ask all who are able to donate bottles and chocolates and chocolates for the respective stalls. Please leave items in the designated area of the porch from next weekend. The Bazaar will take place on Saturday, 13th December. Please put the date in your diary!

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Jean Shaw RIP. With sadness we announce the passing of Jean Shaw – a member of our Parish Community for many years. Jean’s Requiem Mass will take place on Monday, 27th October at 10:45am. Please remember Jean and her family in your prayers.

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Volunteers Needed! We are looking for parishioners to volunteer as stewards at weekends. You would need to arrive 20 minutes before Mass and stay for a short time afterwards. We are hoping that sufficient numbers will step forward such that we can begin a rota, rather than a weekly commitment. Please speak to any of the existing stewards. Your help in this important role is much appreciated.

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World Mission Sunday. There is a second collection this weekend in aid of Missio. Missio ignites God’s love by helping local missionaries to work alongside global communities that are poor or in need, regardless of their background or belief. Sometimes this need might be very specific: a motorbike for a Priest to celebrate Mass in remote villages; a simple community hall so people can gather together; vaccinations to protect vulnerable children. Whatever our missionaries need to help them share the joy of the Gospel, Missio strives to provide it.

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Prisoners’ Sunday. Pact, the national Catholic prison charity, 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. Prisons are in crisis, and life for prisoners and their families in our communities is challenging. Your generous support for this Catholic charity will be much appreciated.

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Brentwood Catholic Youth Service–Youth Gather, 25th – 26th October. Youth Gather is a weekend of faith, fun and friendship – with speakers, workshops, prayer and outdoor activities, meeting friends old and new, and all while sharing in and celebrating our Catholic faith. There will be coaches offering transport from around the Diocese included in the cost, as well as all meals, cabin accommodation and activities. This event is for year 9 and above. Apply now at: www.bcys.net/events

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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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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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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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Sacrament of Reconciliation. As part of our Parish activities within this special Jubilee Year, the Sacrament of Reconciliation is made available 15 minutes before Sunday Mass, in addition to the usual times on Saturdays. All Parishioners are encouraged to avail of this opportunity.

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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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