Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Newsletter-2025-29-July-final.pdf

SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY O.T Yr (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

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SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY O.T Yr (C)

Sat. 26th July Ss Joachim & Anne, Parents Of The Blessed Virgin Mary	18:30	Jim Thomson – RIP & Family
Sun. 27th July	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Okechukwu’s Family- Special Intention
	11:00	Maureen Price – RIP
	18:30	Youth & Young Adults of The Parish
Mon. 28th July	08:00
	10:00	Diane Warbey – Wellbeing
Tue. 29th July   Ss Mary, Martha & Lazarus	08:00
	10:00	Edward Mc donagh & Family- Intentions
Wed. 30th July St Peter Chrysologus	08:00
	10:00	Kathleen Reily & Grandchildren- Intention
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Fr Vincent – BD Intention
Thu. 31st July St Ignatius Of Loyola	08:00
	10:00	Wittaker Family Intention
Fri. 01st August St Alphonsus Liguori	08:00
	12:00
SAT. 02nd August Ss Eusebius Of Vercelli & Peter Julien Eymard	08:00	Carole Carroll – Wellbeing
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00
	18:30	People Of The Parish
SUN. 03rd August	08:00	Malcom McEwen Charlish – RIP
	09:30	D.O Exams & Personal Intentions
	11:00	Sister Margaret McDermott Anniversary
	18:30	Gaspar Baptista – RIP

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

Evening Midweek Mass held on Wednesdays at 7.30pm

First Saturday Devotion is August 2^nd

Youth & Young adults Groups Masses

 

Thank you to all those who attended and to all the helpers.

We hope to see you on the next session  in September.

Happy Birthday Fr Vincent – Wed. 30^th July

We wish Fr Vincent a Happy Birthday.

We will have a refreshment after 7.30pm Mass in the hall.

Parish Office closed during the month of August.

Fr Vincent will be available for urgent matters only.Thank you.

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Mon.18^th August at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome.  For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

We will be back in September! Thank you for your support !

Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via : carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Choirs

Folk Choir Summer Break

The 9:30 choir will be taking a break for the month of August. We will be back to sing on Sunday, 7^th Sept. and, as always, new members are very welcome to join the choir. See you all in September.

11 am Choir Summer Break

The 11.00am Choir will be taking a break in August so after Sunday 27 July, the next Mass at which there will be singing will be on 7^th Sept.  Anyone who is interested in joining the Choir can contact Andrew Theobald on 02087152337, or come to the Choir Loft after 11.00 Mass any Sunday. Thanks.

Friday Lunches – Break

Thank you for all your support. We will have a break until 5^th September.

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic faith and the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.  We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) in due course.

Other parishioners who would like to join us and perhaps refresh their own faith are also very welcome. Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURSDAY 18^th SEPTEMBER 2025 at 7:30 pm in the parish centre.

If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Hear the Liturgy in Music with the Saturday Vigil Music Group.

We invite young people, Mothers and Fathers anyone at all who would like to sing, or play if you have an instrument, like cello, violin, flute, clarinet etc, to lead the music at the Vigil Mass. Contact Pamela : 07305522789 or morri46pmms@gmail.com

 Donations

Thank you to Tea & Coffee’s club the for their donation of £330 to St Raphael Hospice

Thank you Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

A Big Thank you to the Toddler Group for their donation of £250 to the church. thank you to all the families for their support this year. Also say we look forward to welcoming old families and new from September.

Thank you to First Communion families

Last week, Mireille and Jean took your toiletry donations to Sutton Nightwatch (local charity for homeless people).  They were very grateful indeed – thank you for your generosity!

Thank you to the Whittaker’s Family for their donation to the Church.

CONGRATULATIONS

Cycling to the Original Shrine: 850 km from London to Schoenstatt – Ignacio and Simón Jurado (Altar Servers)

With very little luggage and riding a tandem bicycle, the two young brothers embarked on an 850 km adventure through Europe. Between June 28 and July 11, they traveled through five countries, including England, where they started their journey. To see their Journey : https://schoenstatt.com/cycling-to-the-original-shrine-850-km-from-london-to-schoenstatt/

Maria Finnerty ( Manus’s Daughter) – Lead Economist at CAFOD

She spoke to Sky News on the legacy of Pope Francis and also is on BBC Radio for various subjects like Global debt crisis.

Over 140 high-quality workshops – Catechetical Institute

Every parishioner, as well as teachers and parents in our school, has free and unlimited access to the workshops created by the world-renowned Catechetical Institute. From Scripture to parenting workshops, to catechetical training and mentoring, there is something for everyone. For information on how to register your free account visit: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/franciscan

National Pilgrimage of Reparation & Prayer for the Sanctity of Life to Walsingham, Sat. 2^nd August to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland. Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.  Details of the day and travel arrangements can found found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

Divine Mercy: Bank Holiday Monday 25 Aug 25 from 10:30 am to 4pm.

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London is holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory. The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration, Benediction and Veneration. All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646. Coaches from Ealing Broadway /Victoria

World Day for Grandparents and The Elderly: Sunday 27 July 25

“Blessed are those who have not lost hope” (cf. Sir 14:2).

God of love, We thank you for our wonderful grandparents. Bless them with long life, happiness, and health. Let them feel the tenderness and strength of your presence. As they look back to the past, let them rejoice in your mercy. As they look to the future, may they persevere in hope that does not fade.Thank you for all the special times that we have with them. We pray for the elderly who feel isolated at this time and for all who have died. And when our time comes to be grandparents ourselves, help us to follow in their loving footsteps.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention July: ‘For formation in discernment’

Let us pray that we might again learn how to discern, to know how to choose paths of life and reject everything that leads us away from Christ and the Gospel.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Newsletter-2025-20July-final.pdf

SIXTEENTH SUNDAY O.T Yr (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

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SIXTEENTH SUNDAY O.T Yr (C)

Sat. 19th June St John Plessington, Martyr	18:30	Irene Quinton – RIP
Sun. 20th JUNE	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	AmÉlia, Francesca & Ricardo Figueiredo Intention
	11:00	Celeste Dayle – RIP
	18:30	E. McDonald – Intention
Mon. 21st June St Lawrence Of Brindisi	08:00
	10:00
Tue. 22nd July   St Mary Magdalene, Feast	08:00
	10:00	St Mary’s Year 6 Children & Family
Wed. 23rd July St Bridget, Feast	08:00
	10:00	Ciprian – Thanksgiving
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Marino Latour – Intentions
Thu. 24th July St Sharbel Makhlūf, Martyr	08:00
	10:00	Thanksgiving – Iuliano Family
Fri. 25th July St James, Apostle, Feast	08:00
	12:00	Rita Waugh Wellbeing
SAT. 26th July Ss Joachim & Anne, Parents Of The Blessed Virgin Mary	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Jills Johnson & Cyril Gopaul BD Intentions
	18:30	Jim Thomson – RIP & Family
SUN. 27th July	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Okechukwu’s Family- Special Intention
	11:00	Maureen Price – RIP
	18:30	Youth & Young Adults of The Parish

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

Evening Midweek Mass held on Wednesdays at 7.30pm

Sunday 27^th July :

 Young adults (18-30 years) Group Mass  was a success.

We hope to see you on the next session  on Sunday 27^th July at 6.30pm followed by refreshments in the Parish Hall. Please invite all your friends.

Youth group (12-17y) on Sunday 27^th July from 12pm -2pm:

FAITH, FOOD and FUN

To bridge the gap between the reception of first Holy Communion, Confirmation and Post-Confirmation, we invite your youngsters to join the Holy Cross 12-17 group. After attending 11am Mass lunch will be provided, followed by games and quizzes. We will also provide gentle catechesis and accompany them in their journey in faith. Encourage your Children to attend.

Coordinator: Cherryl Howlett (Parish Lead for formation). carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Fr Vincent’s Birthday on Wed. 30^th July

We will have a refreshment after 7.30pm Mass in the hall/ garden. Please bring something to share and celebrate with him.

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Mon.18^th August at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome.

 For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

Our last Children’s Liturgy before the summer holidays is on Sunday, 20^th July 25. We will be back in September! Thank you for your support !

Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic faith and the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.  We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) in due course.

Other parishioners who would like to join us and perhaps refresh their own faith are also very welcome. Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURSDAY 18^th SEPTEMBER 2025 at 7:30 pm in the parish centre.

If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Hear the Liturgy in Music with the Saturday Vigil Music Group.

We invite young people, Mothers and Fathers anyone at all who would like to sing, or play if you have an instrument, like cello, violin, flute, clarinet etc, to lead the music at the Vigil Mass.

Contact Pamela on 07305522789 or morri46pmms@gmail.com

 Donations

Thank you to Tea & Coffee’s club the for their donation of £330 to St Raphael Hospice

Thank you Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

A Big Thank you to the Toddler Group for their donation of £250 to the church. thank you to all the families for their support this year. Also say we look forward to welcoming old families and new from September.

*Call for volunteers* The Holy Cross Playgroup urgently needs volunteers to come forward to help keep the Playgroup running from September. Please contact Liz via the Parish Office :carshalton@rcaos.org.uk if you are able to help and for more details.

Thank you to First Communion families

Last week, Mireille and Jean took your toiletry donations to Sutton Nightwatch (local charity for homeless people).  They were very grateful indeed – thank you for your generosity!

Thank you to the Whittaker’s Family for their donation to the Church.

CONGRATULATIONS

Cycling to the Original Shrine: 850 km from London to Schoenstatt – Ignacio and Simón Jurado (Altar Servers)

With very little luggage and riding a tandem bicycle, the two young brothers embarked on an 850 km adventure through Europe. Between June 28 and July 11, they traveled through five countries, including England, where they started their journey. To follow their Journey : https://schoenstatt.com/cycling-to-the-original-shrine-850-km-from-london-to-schoenstatt/

Over 140 high-quality workshops – Catechetical Institute

Every parishioner, as well as teachers and parents in our school, has free and unlimited access to the workshops created by the world-renowned Catechetical Institute. From Scripture to parenting workshops, to catechetical training and mentoring, there is something for everyone. For information on how to register your free account visit: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/franciscan

National Pilgrimage of Reparation & Prayer for the Sanctity of Life to Walsingham, Sat. 2^nd August

to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland. Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.  Details of the day and travel arrangements can found found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

You’re Invited! Archbishop John Wilson’s Mass of Thanksgiving

Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Ordination of Archbishop John Wilson.

Venue: St George’s Cathedral   Date: Friday 25 July  Time:7:00 pm

All are warmly welcome!  Reception to follow in Amigo Hall

Divine Mercy: 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm.

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London is holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday. The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration, Benediction and Veneration. All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646. Coaches from Ealing Broadway /Victoria

Please pray and fast for the end of abortion and euthanasia

on Thursday 24th July, the Vigil of the Feast of St James. Find out more at: https://www.facebook.com/events/1419157822872567

World Day for Grandparents and The Elderly: Sunday 27 July 25

The theme for this year’s celebration is: “Blessed are those who have not lost hope” (cf. Sir 14:2). We celebrate the Grandparents and the Elderly for their role and vocation in passing on their faith to the next generation. We reassure you that you are loved and are needed.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention July: ‘For formation in discernment’

Let us pray that we might again learn how to discern, to know how to choose paths of life and reject everything that leads us away from Christ and the Gospel.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://www.holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Newsletter-2025-13July-final.pdf

SAINTS PETER AND PAUL

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

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FIFTEENTH SUNDAY O.T Yr (C)

Sat. 12th June St John Jones, Priest & Martyr	18:30
Sun. 13th JUNE Sea Sunday Archdiocesan Diaconate Day	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Khrystlyn Eugenia Wilson – RIP – 10Years
	11:00	Kamil Maliszeuski – RIP on his Birthday
	18:30	P. Holt
Mon. 14th June St Camillus De Lellis	08:00
	10:00
Tue. 15th July   St Bonaventure	08:00
	10:00	Iuliano Family – Thanksgiving
Wed. 16th July Our Lady Of Mount Carmel	08:00	Ciprian – Thanksgiving
	10:00
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Marie Therese Hungley
Thu. 17th July Feria	08:00
	10:00	Rose Stone – RIP
Fri. 18th July Feria	08:00
	12:00	Khrystlyn Eugenia Wilson – RIP – 10Years
SAT. 19th July St John Plessington, Martyr	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00
	18:30	Irene Quinton – RIP
SUN. 20th July	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Amelia, Francesca & Ricardo Figueiredo Intention
	11:00	Celeste Dayle – RIP
	18:30	E. McDonald – Intention

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

Evening Midweek Mass holds on Wednesdays at 7.30pm

Second Collection This Weekend for Sea Sunday – Stella Maris

Seafarers and fishers work in difficult, hazardous conditions. It is when the Church prays for all those who live and work at sea. Your support will make a big difference to seafarers and fishers in need. You can donate in church, by visiting www.stellamaris.org.uk/donate, or by texting ‘SEA’ to 70460 to donate £5. This collection is vital to enable Stella Maris (formerly called Apostleship of the Sea) to continue its important work – so please give generously.

Funeral Margaret Philomena Collier –  RIP– Friday 18^th July at 1pm

Thursday 17^th July 2025 at 4.30pm  -Reposing into church for evening reception. Please remember the family in your prayers.

Sunday 27^th July :

 Young adults (18-30 years) Group Mass  was a success.

We hope to see you on the next session  on Sunday 27^th July at 6.30pm followed by refreshments in the Parish Hall. Please invite all your friends.

Youth group (12-17y) on Sunday 27^th July from 12pm -2pm:

FAITH, FOOD and FUN

To bridge the gap between the reception of first Holy Communion, Confirmation and Post-Confirmation, we invite your youngsters to join the Holy Cross 12-17 group. After attending 11am Mass lunch will be provided, followed by games and quizzes. We will also provide gentle catechesis and accompany them in their journey in faith. Encourage your Children to attend.

Coordinator: Cherryl Howlett (Parish Lead for formation). carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Diaconate Day’ – This Weekend:

On Sunday 13 July we are celebrating Archdiocesan Diaconate Day, during which we pray for the Permanent Deacons serving in our Archdiocese as well as we pray

for the new vocations to this ministry If you require further information about the Permanent Diaconate, please speak to Fr Vincent, Rev. Sandy, the Parish Deacon, or contact the Diaconate Formation Director ianblack@rcaos.org.uk  

 BIBLE STUDY

 Mon. 14 July at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome.

 For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

Our last Children’s Liturgy before the summer holidays is on Sunday, 20^th July 25. We will be back in September! Thank you for everything you do!

Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic faith and the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.  We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) in due course.

Other parishioners who would like to join us and perhaps refresh their own faith are also very welcome. Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURSDAY 18^th SEPTEMBER 2025 at 7:30 pm in the parish centre.

If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Hear the Liturgy in Music with the Saturday Vigil Music Group.

We invite young people, Mothers and Fathers anyone at all who would like to sing, or play if you have an instrument, like cello, violin, flute, clarinet etc, to lead the music at the Vigil Mass.

Contact Pamela on 07305522789 or morri46pmms@gmail.com

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

Mon: 14^th July Summer Party.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you!

*Call for volunteers* The Holy Cross Playgroup urgently needs volunteers to come forward to help keep the Playgroup running from September. Please contact Liz via the Parish Office :carshalton@rcaos.org.uk if you are able to help and for more details.

In Celebration of Jane Austen’s 250^th Anniversary

Holy Cross Film Club showing Pride and Prejudice

Parish Centre 7.45 pm, Friday 18 July, Refreshments : 7.30 pm

A romantic drama, based on Jane Austen’s classic novel, with Keira Knightly and Matthew Macfadyen.

Running time: 2 hrs 7 mins, plus interval. Admission Free, no booking required.

For further information email: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

National Pilgrimage of Reparation & Prayer for the Sanctity of Life to Walsingham, Sat. 2^nd August

to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland

Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.  Details of the day and travel arrangements can found found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

You’re Invited! Archbishop John Wilson’s Mass of Thanksgiving

Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Ordination of Archbishop John Wilson.

Venue: St George’s Cathedral   Date: Friday 25 July  Time:7:00 pm

All are warmly welcome!  Reception to follow in Amigo Hall

Divine Mercy: 25 August 2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm.

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London is holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday. The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration, Benediction and Veneration. All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646. Coaches from Ealing Broadway /Victoria

A lifechanging opportunity! Do you desire to know Jesus more intimately? The Archbishop’s Certificate (ArchCert) is a two-year online course for all in Southwark and beyond who wish to understand their faith in a more profound way and be able to share it with both confidence and joy.

The course will commence on 18 October 2025 and the cost will be £400 / year. The full cost of the course, payable over 2 years is £800. In addition, registration must be completed in advance and there is a non-refundable registration fee of £50.  Further details can be found here: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/archcert

World Day for Grandparents and The Elderly: Sunday 27 July 25

The World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be celebrated for the fifth time

the Sunday closest to the Feast of Saints Joachim and Anne, Grandparents of Jesus. The theme for this year’s celebration is: “Blessed are those who have not lost hope” (cf. Sir 14:2). We celebrate the Grandparents and the Elderly for their role and vocation in passing on their faith to the next generation. We reassure you that you are loved and are needed.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention July: ‘For formation in discernment’

Let us pray that we might again learn how to discern, to know how to choose paths of life and reject everything that leads us away from Christ and the Gospel.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below

https://www.holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Newsletter-2025-06July-final.pdf

FOURTEENTH SUNDAY O.T Yr (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================FOURTEENTH SUNDAY O.T Yr (C)

Sat. 5th July St Anthony Zaccaria	18:30
Sun. 6th JULY	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	D.O Exams & Personal Intentions
	11:00	For all The scouts
	18:30	Maryse Bidon Wellbeing & Intention
Mon. 7th July	08:00
	10:00
Tue. 8th July	08:00
	10:00	Terence Weir – RIP
Wed. 9th July St Augustine Zhao Rong , Priest & Companions Martyrs	08:00
	10:00	Iuliano Family – Thanksgiving
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Sheila Simpson – RIP
Thu. 10th July	08:00
	10:00	John Hefferman – Wellbeing
Fri. 11th July St Benedict, Feast	08:00
	12:00	Sheila Cruickshank – Wellbeing
SAT. 12th July St John Jones, Priest & Martyr	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	John Michael Patrick Leary – RIP
	18:30
SUN. 13th July Sea Sunday Archdiocesan Diaconate Day	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Khrystlyn Eugenia Wilson – RIP – 10Years
	11:00	Kamil Maliszeuski – RIP on his Birthday
	18:30	P. Holt

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am.

Evening Midweek Mass commences on Wednesdays at 7.30pm

Second Collection Next Weekend for Sea Sunday – Stella Maris

Seafarers and fishers work in difficult, hazardous conditions. It is when the Church prays for all those who live and work at sea. Your support will make a big difference to seafarers and fishers in need. You can donate in church, by visiting www.stellamaris.org.uk/donate, or by texting ‘SEA’ to 70460 to donate £5. This collection is vital to enable Stella Maris (formerly called Apostleship of the Sea) to continue its important work – so please give generously.

Sunday 27^th July :

Young adults (18-30 years) Group Mass  last week was a success. It was wonderful to see so many young adults from our Parish attend the event. We hope to see you on the next session   on Sunday 27^th July at 6.30pm followed by refreshments in the Parish Hall. Please invite all your friends.

Youth group (12-17y) on Sunday 27^th July from 12pm -2pm:

 To bridge the gap between the reception of first Holy Communion, Confirmation and Post-Confirmation, we now have the young adults group starting. This is aimed at accompanying our youngsters in their faith journey.

Coordinator: Cherryl Howlett (Parish Lead for formation). With our safeguarding policy, all volunteers have their DBS checked and will uphold the safety of our youngsters. Encourage your Children to attend.

Diaconate Day’ – Next Weekend:

On Sunday 13 July we are celebrating Archdiocesan Diaconate Day, during which we pray for the Permanent Deacons serving in our Archdiocese as well as we pray for the new vocations to this ministry If you require further information about the Permanent Diaconate, please speak to Fr Vincent, Rev. Sandy, the Parish Deacon, or contact the Diaconate Formation Director ianblack@rcaos.org.uk  

 BIBLE STUDY

 Mon. 14 July at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome.

 For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

Our summer party last week was a roaring success, and we couldn’t have done it without you!  A special shout-out to our regular volunteers — Ania, Georgia, Joey, Luisa, Melissa, Natacha (and Ariana), Patrycja, Paulina, Sarah W, and Tara — who either helped with the party or are instrumental in running our Children’s Liturgy Group. Thank you for everything you do!

Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Scout Church Parade and Cake Sale: 6^th of July at 11am Mass

To Celebrate our scouting successes over the last year 11^th Wallington Scout Group are holding our end of year Church Parade and Mass followed by a cake sale for Scout funds at Holy Cross Church.

Please, if you are a member of any Scouting Group be encouraged to wear full uniform and join us. Thank you for your support.

Missio/ Red Box holders

Your Missio envelope is at the back of the Church ready for collection, along with a copy of the Impact Report. This shows how your donations have been spent in 2024.

Please empty your Red Box and return the envelope to the Church by Monday 30th June. The Church has tasked Missio with awakening and nurturing a sense of mission in every Catholic around the world. You are part of that movement.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

Mon: 7^th July / 14^th July Summer Party.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you!

*Call for volunteers* The Holy Cross Playgroup urgently needs volunteers to come forward to help keep the Playgroup running from September. Please contact Liz via the Parish Office :carshalton@rcaos.org.uk if you are able to help and for more details.

The Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency

are seeking feedback from anyone who may have information regarding the safeguarding function in Southwark Archdiocese. Please follow on the below links if you wish to contribute. Thank you

https://catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/do-you-have-information-to-help-our-safeguarding-inspection-in-southwark/

Survivors’ Work With Us

https://catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/victims-and-survivors/survivors-work-with-us/

National Pilgrimage of Reparation & Prayer for the Sanctity of Life to Walsingham, Sat. 2^nd August

to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland

Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.  Details of the day and travel arrangements can found found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

CATHOLIC HISTORY WALKS Summer 2025

THURSDAY July 10^th

Meet at 5 pm (note time!), main gate, St Mary’s University, Waldegrave Road, TW1 4SX (station: Strawberry Hill). We will learn the story of St Mary’s and walk along the river to Richmond, discovering the Orleans royal story and more.

You’re Invited! Archbishop John Wilson’s Mass of Thanksgiving

Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Ordination of Archbishop John Wilson.

Venue: St George’s Cathedral   Date: Friday 25 July  Time: 7:00 pm

All are warmly welcome!  Reception to follow in Amigo Hall

Divine Mercy:

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London is holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 25 August

2025 from 10:30 am to 4pm. The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus. All welcome. Call Millie on 07957594646 for more information. Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria

SOUTHWARK DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES

There are still a few places available on the pilgrimage, which Southwark makes to Lourdes from 22 to 29 August this year. For information and booking, please see https://www.tangney-tours.com/diocese-pilgrimages/diocese-ca/

There are a range of hotels available, though most Southwark pilgrims will be staying at the Hotel Eliseo. Further information is available from Bishop Paul paulhendricks@rcaos.org.uk or Canon Perera edwardperera@rcaos.org.uk

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention July: ‘For formation in discernment’

Let us pray that we might again learn how to discern, to know how to choose paths of life and reject everything that leads us away from Christ and the Gospel.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://www.holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Newsletter-2025-29June-final.pdf

SAINTS PETER AND PAUL

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================

         SAINTS PETER AND PAUL APOSTLES (C)

Sat. 28th June The Immaculate Heart Of The Blessed Virgin Mary	18:30	Ma. Josefina  Belen “ Joey” & Ysabel Maria “ Billy” Garcia Thanksgiving & Intentions
Sun. 29th JUNE Ss Peter And Paul, Apostles	08:00	Amelia Law – RIP
	09:30	Brian & Breege Scanlon – RIP
	11:00	P. M. Duggan – RIP
	18:30	Youth Of The Parish
Mon. 30th June The First Martyrs Of Holy Roman Church	08:00
	10:00
Tue. 1st July   St Oliver Plunket	08:00
	10:00
Wed. 2nd July	08:00
	10:00
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Evening Mass
Thu. 3rd July St Thomas, Apostle, Feast	08:00
	10:00
Fri. 4th July St Elizabeth Of Portugal	08:00
	12:00	Bridgeen Byrne – RIP
SAT. 5th July St Anthony Zaccaria	08:00	Gemma BD- Intention
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00
	18:30
SUN. 6th July	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	D.O Exams & Personal Intentions
	11:00	For all The scouts
	18:30	Maryse Bidon Wellbeing & Intention

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am.

Evening Midweek Mass commences on this Wednesday and following Wednesdays’ at 7.30pm

Second Collection this Weekend for Peter’s Pence

The offerings to the Holy Father are destined to church needs, humanitarian initiatives and social promotion projects, as well as to the support of the Holy See.

This Sunday, SS PETER AND PAUL, APOSTLES, is a Holyday of Obligation

 FELICITATIONS

We congratulate all our 59 candidates who received their First Holy Communion last weekend and we appreciate the efforts of all the catechists and parents who have helped in the course of the preparations. Thank you.

This Sunday 29^th June :

Young adults (18-30 years) Group Mass at 6.30pm followed by refreshments in the Parish Hall. Please invite all your friends. Flyer in the porch

Coming soon Young groups (12-17y )

 BIBLE STUDY

 Mon. 14 July at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome.

 For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

 Children Liturgy special summer party after the 9:30 AM Mass this Sunday 29 June 2025. All are welcome! Please RSVP for the party by using this link or scanning the QR code:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScq47tenBk_gOuygjThQ9GED7ZDMaAjE2uLk8_CRCwWIk6xTA/viewform?usp=header

Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

First Saturday Devotions – 5th July

Rosary , Adoration and Benediction at 9am

Scout Church Parade and Cake Sale: 6^th of July at 11am Mass

To Celebrate our scouting successes over the last year 11^th Wallington Scout Group are holding our end of year Church Parade and Mass followed by a cake sale for Scout funds at Holy Cross Church.

Please, if you are a member of any Scouting Group be encouraged to wear full uniform and join us. Thank you for your support.

Missio/ Red Box holders

Your Missio envelope is at the back of the Church ready for collection, along with a copy of the Impact Report. This shows how your donations have been spent in 2024.

Please empty your Red Box and return the envelope to the Church by Monday 30th June. The Church has tasked Missio with awakening and nurturing a sense of mission in every Catholic around the world. You are part of that movement.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

Mon: 7^th July / 14^th July Summer Party.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you!

*Call for volunteers* The Holy Cross Playgroup urgently needs volunteers to come forward to help keep the Playgroup running from September. Please contact Liz via the Parish Office :carshalton@rcaos.org.uk if you are able to help and for more details.

The Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency

are seeking feedback from anyone who may have information regarding the safeguarding function in Southwark Archdiocese. Please follow on the below links if you wish to contribute. Thank you

https://catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/do-you-have-information-to-help-our-safeguarding-inspection-in-southwark/

Do you have information to help our safeguarding inspection in Southwark?

Survivors’ Work With Us

https://catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/victims-and-survivors/survivors-work-with-us/

Sea Sunday – Stella Maris

This year, Sea Sunday will be on the weekend of 12-13 July. As you know, this is the day in the Church’s year when it prays and collects funds for all those who live and work at sea. Seafarers and fishers play a vital role in all our lives, but they often work in difficult, hazardous conditions. All the resources available for download from our website at: https://stellamaris.org.uk/seasunday/

Spiritual direction or accompaniment

Spiritual direction is a way of meeting with someone — a spiritual director or guide — to share your thoughts and reflections about your faith. You may experience spiritual direction while on retreat. You may also meet with a spiritual director regularly throughout the year. You will usually meet with your spiritual director every 6—8 weeks for about an hour. For more visit: https://www.southwarkdsc.org.uk/spiritual-direction

National Pilgrimage of Reparation & Prayer for the Sanctity of Life to Walsingham, Sat. 2^nd August

to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland

Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.

Details of the day and travel arrangements can found found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

CATHOLIC HISTORY WALKS Summer 2025

SUNDAY, June 29^th, meet 3 pm, Church of the Most Precious Blood, O’Meara Street, London SE1 (Tube: London Bridge). We will explore the Borough, discovering a ruined Bishop’s Palace and a grim prison, then cross the river to St John Henry Newman’s birthplace.

THURSDAY July 10^th

Meet at 5 pm (note time!), main gate, St Mary’s University, Waldegrave Road, TW1 4SX (station: Strawberry Hill). We will learn the story of St Mary’s and walk along the river to Richmond, discovering the Orleans royal story and more.

You’re Invited! Archbishop John Wilson’s Mass of Thanksgiving

Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Ordination of Archbishop John Wilson.

Venue: St George’s Cathedral   Date: Friday 25 July  Time:7:00 pm

All are warmly welcome!  Reception to follow in Amigo Hall

Trust Relationship Officer

Following the retirement of the current post holder the Education Service are looking to recruit a person to support its schools and academies. Details at www.rcaoseducation.org.uk/trust-relationship-officer-education-service/

SOUTHWARK DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES

There are still a few places available on the pilgrimage, which Southwark makes to Lourdes from 22 to 29 August this year. For information and booking, please see https://www.tangney-tours.com/diocese-pilgrimages/diocese-ca/

There are a range of hotels available, though most Southwark pilgrims will be staying at the Hotel Eliseo. Further information is available from Bishop Paul paulhendricks@rcaos.org.uk or Canon Perera edwardperera@rcaos.org.uk

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention June: That the world might grow in compassion

Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from his Heart, learn to have compassion on the world.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://www.holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Newsletter-2025-22June-final.pdf

THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================

THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST (C)

Sat. 21st June St Aloysius Gonzaga	18:30	Ella Easton – Special Intention
Sun. 22nd JUNE Corpus Christi	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	FHC children
	11:00	Joseph Poole – RIP
	18:30	John Pereira – RIP
Mon. 23rd June St Ethedreda	08:00
	10:00	Brian Flannery – RIP
Tue. 24th June Nativity Of St John  The Baptist,	08:00
	10:00
Wed. 25th June	08:00
	10:00
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 26th June St Thomas Garnet, Martyr	08:00
	10:00	Patrick Hefferman – RIP
Fri. 27th June The Most Sacred Heart Of Jesus	08:00	Meyer’s Family – Thanksgiving
	12:00
SAT. 28th June The Immaculate Heart Of The Blessed Virgin Mary	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00
	18:30
SUN. 29th June Ss Peter And Paul, Apostles	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Brian & Breege Scanlon – RIP
	11:00	P. M. Duggan – RIP
	18:30	Youth Of The Parish

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am.

Second Collection Next Weekend for Peter’s Pence

The offerings to the Holy Father are destined to church needs, humanitarian initiatives and social promotion projects, as well as to the support of the Holy See.

Next Sunday, SS PETER AND PAUL, APOSTLES, is a Holyday of Obligation

 FELICITATIONS

We congratulate all our 59 candidates who received their First Holy Communion this weekend and we appreciate the efforts of all the catechists and parents who have helped in the course of the preparations. Thank you.

Coming Soon Young adults groups (12-17y & 18-30 y)

We wish to commence young adults groups within the parish community to encourage participation of our young people in the parish life and support their spiritual growth.

Young adults 18-30 years – 29^th June after 6.30pm Mass in the Parish Hall. Please invite all your friends. Flyer in the porch.

 BIBLE STUDY

 Mon. 14 July at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome.

 For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

NO Children’s Liturgy on Sunday 22^nd June. Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Mark your calendars for our Children Liturgy special summer party after the 9:30 AM Mass on Sunday 29 June 2025. All are welcome!

Please RSVP for the party by using this link or scanning the QR code:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScq47tenBk_gOuygjThQ9GED7ZDMaAjE2uLk8_CRCwWIk6xTA/viewform?usp=header

Scout Church Parade and Cake Sale: 6th of July at 11am Mass

To Celebrate our scouting successes over the last year 11th Wallington Scout Group are holding our end of year Church Parade and Mass followed by a cake sale for Scout funds at Holy Cross Church.

Please, if you are a member of any Scouting Group be encouraged to wear full uniform and join us. Thank you for your support.

Missio/ Red Box holders

Your Missio envelope is at the back of the Church ready for collection, along with a copy of the Impact Report. This shows how your donations have been spent in 2024.

Please empty your Red Box and return the envelope to the Church by Monday 30th June. The Church has tasked Missio with awakening and nurturing a sense of mission in every Catholic around the world. You are part of that movement.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

Mon: 23^rd June

7^th July / 14^th July Summer Party.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you!

Free workshops with The Catechetical Institute

Every parishioner, as well as teachers and parents in our school, has free and unlimited access to the workshops created by the world-renowned Catechetical Institute. From Scripture to parenting workshops, to catechetical training and mentoring, there is something for everyone. For information on how to register your free account visit: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/franciscan

The Catholic Safeguarding Standards Agency

are seeking feedback from anyone who may have information regarding the safeguarding function in Southwark Archdiocese. Please follow on the below links if you wish to contribute. Thank you

https://catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/do-you-have-information-to-help-our-safeguarding-inspection-in-southwark/

Survivors’ Work With Us

https://catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/victims-and-survivors/survivors-work-with-us/

An Evening for Young Adults Inspired by Blessed Carlo Acutis

Join us on Thursday 26 June at 6:30pm at St. George’s Cathedral, Southwark, for an evening for young adults (18– 35; 16–17s accompanied), celebrating the witness of Blessed Carlo Acutis. The night includes Adoration, Confessions, praise and worship with Hakuna, a talk by Anna Johnstone (former governess to the Acutis family), veneration of his relic with music from the Cathedral Choir, and a social to end. Encounter the joy of a soon-to-be saint who called the Eucharist his

“highway to heaven.”

Spiritual direction or accompaniment

Spiritual direction is a way of meeting with someone — a spiritual director or guide — to share your thoughts and reflections about your faith. You may experience spiritual direction while on retreat. You may also meet with a spiritual director regularly throughout the year. You will usually meet with your spiritual director every 6—8 weeks for about an hour. For more visit: https://www.southwarkdsc.org.uk/spiritual-direction

National Pilgrimage of Reparation & Prayer for the Sanctity of Life to Walsingham, Sat. 2^nd August

to be led by Bishop John Keenan of Paisley diocese, Scotland

Everyone is invited to join in this pilgrimage either in person or via the Shrine livestream at https://www.walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/.

Details of the day and travel arrangements can found found at www.prolifepilgerimage.org

Fr Luke’s HCPT Pilgrimage to Lourdes: 30^thAug – 6^th Sept

We need able-bodied helpers, both male and female, to give a week of their time to assist us with the group. It is a great opportunity to find out the role that people with disabilities can play, in showing us the way to Christ. We would especially like to hear from any nurses if they are able to assist us. To find out more, contact: Sandra Allen (07768080537), Manus Finnerty (07825564825), or Fr Luke (020 8642 3863).

Trust Relationship Officer

Following the retirement of the current post holder the Education Service are looking to recruit a person to support its schools and academies. Details at www.rcaoseducation.org.uk/trust-relationship-officer-education-service/

SILENCE AND STILLNESS

‘It is in silence and stillness that we may ‘hear’ God with inner ears’.

 Please take a booklet in the porch.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention June: That the world might grow in compassion

Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from his Heart, learn to have compassion on the world.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://www.holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Newsletter-2025-15June-final.pdf

THE MOST HOLY TRINITY (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================THE MOST HOLY TRINITY (C)

Sat. 14th June The Blessed Virgin Mary	18:30	Mc Donagh Family Intentions
Sun. 15th JUNE The Most Holy TRINITY	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	SÉan Fahy – RIP
	11:00	Michael Percy Newbold – RIP
	18:30	For all the Father’s Of The Parish
Mon. 16th June St Richard	08:00
	10:00	Francesca Mary Morreale – RIP
Tue. 17th June	08:00
	10:00	E McDonald – Special Intention
Wed. 18th June	08:00
	10:00	D. Lorna – Special Intention
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 19th June St John Rigby, Martyr	08:00
	10:00	N. Easton – Special Intention
Fri. 20th June St Alban, Martyr	08:00
	12:00	Jennifer Kenny – RIP
SAT. 21st June St Aloysius Gonzaga	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00
	18:30	Ella Easton – Special Intention
SUN. 22nd  June Corpus Christi	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	FHC children
	11:00	Joseph Poole – RIP
	18:30	John Pereira – RIP

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am.

Second Collection this Weekend for Day For Life

Day for Life

Every year the Church in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland marks the Day for Life, as a reminder of the need to respect and protect the inherent value and dignity of each life. This year it will be celebrated on 15^th June, Trinity Sunday.

Next Sunday is Corpus Christi, it is a Holyday of Obligation.

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion will renew their commitment to their ministry.

First Holy Communion – 9.30am Mass on 22nd June

Thirteen children will receive their First Holy Communion, so the Church will be a little busier than usual.  We hope that many of you will want to be part of this special event in the life of our parish.  Note: there will be NO Children’s Liturgy.

Coming Soon Young adults groups (12-17y & 18-30 y)

We wish to commence young adults groups within the parish community to encourage participation of our young people in the parish life and support their spiritual growth.

Young adults 18-30 years – 29^th June after 6.30pm Mass in the Parish Hall. Please invite all your friends. Flyer in the porch.

Archdiocesan Jubilee Celebration Day

On Saturday 7 June 2025 people from across the archdiocese came together to mark the Jubilee (and significant diocesan anniversaries), with a day filled with prayer, reflection and celebration. Over 3,000 people made the journey, including many families and parish groups.

A special Thank you to those who represented Holy Cross, to St Elphege’s team who helped us and finally well done to all who walked to Aylesford.

 BIBLE STUDY

 Mon. 14 July at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome.

 For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

NO Children’s Liturgy on Sunday 22^nd June. Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Mark your calendars for our Children Liturgy special summer party after the 9:30 AM Mass on Sunday 29 June 2025. All are welcome!

Please RSVP for the party by using this link or scanning the QR code:

://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScq47tenBk_gOuygjThQ9GED7ZDMaAjE2uLk8_CRCwWIk6xTA/viewform?usp=header

Missio/ Red Box holders

Your Missio envelope is at the back of the Church ready for collection, along with a copy of the Impact Report. This shows how your donations have been spent in 2024.

Please empty your Red Box and return the envelope to the Church by Monday 30th June. The Church has tasked Missio with awakening and nurturing a sense of mission in every Catholic around the world. You are part of that movement.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

Mon: 23^rd June

7^th July / 14^th July Summer Party.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you!

Fr Luke’s Pilgrimage To Hosanna House – Lourdes

This Jubilee Year 2025, we travel by Ryanair fom Stansted on Sat. 30 August and return on Sat. 6 September. The cost per person is £1200, maximum (depending on numbers, may be less with larger numbers of pilgrims). Thank you Fr Luke.

 Holy Cross Film Club showing: “Dial M for Murder”

Parish Centre, 7.45 pm, Friday 20 June

(Doors open/refreshments from 7.30pm.

A classic Hitchcock thriller: a London playboy plots the murder of his rich wife, but all does not go according to plan. With Ray Milland, Grace Kelly and John Williams. Running time: 1 hr 45 mins, plus interval. Admission Free, No booking required. More: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

Relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis

St George’s Cathedral will be visited by a relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis from Thursday 26 June to Saturday 28 June. An exhibition will also be on display at the Cathedral from 19 June to 7 July. Visit: stgeorgescathedral.org.uk

An Evening for Young Adults with Bl Carlo Acutis

Join us on Thursday 26 June at 6:30 PM at St. George’s Cathedral, Southwark for an evening for young adults (18–35; 16–17s accompanied), celebrating the witness of Blessed Carlo Acutis. The night includes Adoration, Confessions, praise and worship with Hakuna, a talk by Anna Johnstone (former governess to the Acutis family), veneration of his relic with music from the Cathedral Choir, and a social to end. Encounter the joy of a soon-to-be saint who called the Eucharist his “highway to heaven.”

Spiritual direction or accompaniment

Spiritual direction is a way of meeting with someone — a spiritual director or guide — to share your thoughts and reflections about your faith. You may experience spiritual direction while on retreat. You may also meet with a spiritual director regularly throughout the year. You will usually meet with your spiritual director every 6—8 weeks for about an hour. For more visit: https://www.southwarkdsc.org.uk/spiritual-direction

Trust Relationship Officer

Following the retirement of the current post holder the Education Service are looking to recruit a person to support its schools and academies. Details at www.rcaoseducation.org.uk/trust-relationship-officer-education-service/

Assisted Suicide – Upcoming Parliamentary Debate

In light of the forthcoming debates and Third Reading of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, which are expected on 13 and 20 June, Archbishop John Sherrington, the lead bishop for life issues, has issued a statement (attached). Our own Archbishop John kindly asks that this statement be shared in our parishes and that the faithful be encouraged to contact their MPs ahead of this significant vote.

SILENCE AND STILLNESS

‘It is in silence and stillness that we may ‘hear’ God with inner ears’.

 Please take a booklet in the porch.

Father’s Day Prayer

Heavenly Father, you entrusted your Son Jesus, the child of Mary, to the care of Joseph, his foster father, thank you for the gift of fatherhood. We pray for all fathers, grandfathers and those hoping to become fathers. Bless them all as they care for their families. Give them strength and wisdom, tenderness and patience, ability to love in a way that reflects your love. Support them in the work they have to do, protecting those who look to them, as we look to you for love and salvation. Help us to love them in a way that would bring honor to You and them. Bless and heal all those wounded by the imperfections of their fathers and grant an eternal rest to our fathers you have called from this life to yourself, through Jesus Christ Lord. Amen

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention June: That the world might grow in compassion

Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from his Heart, learn to have compassion on the world.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below

https://www.holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/PENTECOST-SUNDAY-8th-June-2025.pdf

PENTECOST SUNDAY (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================

PENTECOST SUNDAY (C)

Sat. 07th June Diocesan Jubilee Year Celebration	18:30	For our Diocese of Southwark
Sun. 08th JUNE Pentecost Sunday	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30
	11:00	John O’Connor-  RIP
	18:30	Cedric D’Almeida BD & Thanksgiving Merlyn  & Family
Mon. 09th June Mary, Mother Of The Church	08:00
	10:00	Phyllis Say – RIP
Tue. 10th June	08:00
	10:00	N. Easton Intentions
Wed. 11th June St Barnabas, Apostle	08:00
	10:00	D. Lorna Intentions
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 12th June Our Lord Jesus Christ, Eternal High Priest, Feast	08:00
	10:00	Ella Easton Intentions
Fri. 13th June St Anthony Of Padua	08:00
	12:00
SAT. 14th June The Blessed Virgin Mary	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Ross De Souza – RIP
	18:30	Mc Donagh Family Intentions
SUN. 15th June The Most Holy TRINITY	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	SÉan Fahy – RIP
	11:00	Michael Percy Newbold – RIP
	18:30	For all the Father’s Of The Parish

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm 
Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am
Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am. 

PENTECOST SUNDAY.

A Day of prayer for the Church- Solemnity.

Second Collection Next Weekend for Day For Life

Every year the Church in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland marks the Day for Life, as a reminder of the need to respect and protect the inherent value and dignity of each life. This year it will be celebrated on 15^th June, Trinity Sunday.

Extra-ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Recollection

Wed. 11^th June 7 – 8pm.

Adoration  –    Prayer   –    Fr. Vincent – Exhortation

We are so privileged to serve as Extra-ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. We  are called to gather together in our Parish for an evening of reflection.This will be in preparation for renewal of Commitment at each Mass of weekend 21/22 June.

Known by Name Weekend at all Masses – 14^th / 15^th June

This will be our second Known by Name event in the parish, when you will be invited to write and wear a name label on the way into Mass. This may take a few moments, so please arrive early for Mass if you can. The aim is to build our sense of community by helping us to greet one another by name and speak to fellow parishioners who we may not have spoken to before. There will be refreshments in the hall after each Mass – an opportunity for conversation and getting to know one another a little better.

Holy Cross’ Young Adults Groups (12-17y & 18-30 y)

We are commencing Young Adults Groups within the parish community to encourage participation of our young people in the parish life and support their spiritual and social development.

Sunday, 29^th June, 6:30pm – YOUNG ADULTS MASS followed by Social in the Parish Hall. Event for 18-30yrs

 BIBLE STUDY

 Mon. 14^th July at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome.

 For more information, (Cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

resumes today Sunday, 8^th June 2025. Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Mark your calendars for our special summer party after the 9:30 AM Mass on Sunday 29 June 2025. All are welcome!

Please RSVP for the party by using this link or scanning the QR code:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScq47tenBk_gOuygjThQ9GED7ZDMaAjE2uLk8_CRCwWIk6xTA/viewform?usp=header

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

Mon: 9^th June /23^rd June

7^th July / 14^th July Summer Party.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you!

Fr Luke’s Pilgrimage To Hosanna House – Lourdes

This Jubilee Year 2025, we travel by Ryanair fom Stansted on Sat. 30 August and return on Sat. 6 September. The cost per person is £1200, maximum (depending on numbers, may be less with larger numbers of pilgrims). Thank you Fr Luke.

 Holy Cross Film Club showing: “Dial M for Murder”

Parish Centre, 7.45 pm, Friday 20 June

(Doors open/refreshments from 7.30pm.

A classic Hitchcock thriller: a London playboy plots the murder of his rich wife, but all does not go according to plan. With Ray Milland, Grace Kelly and John Williams. Running time: 1 hr 45 mins, plus interval. Admission Free, No booking required. More: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

Relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis

St George’s Cathedral will be visited by a relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis from Thursday 26 June to Saturday 28 June. An exhibition will also be on display at the Cathedral from 19 June to 7 July. Visit: stgeorgescathedral.org.uk

The God Who Speaks

‘Every day we read a page of the Gospel, we pray with the Psalms, we read the Prophets! We will be moved by the Lord’s faithfulness.

If you are curious about the Bible, you will find great resources, activities and ideas to help you deepen your faith and love of the Scriptures on the God Who Speaks webpages. https://www.godwhospeaks.uk/

MARRIAGE MASS at St George’s Cathedral: July 12 at 3pm

Celebrating a special wedding anniversary this year? Is it your first, 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or any longer period?  If so, this is your last chance to apply for a personal invitation from Abp John to celebrate with him. And during the Mass you will get the opportunity to renew your marriage vows. To receive an invitation from Abp John, email to mflsw@rcaos.org.uk  .Don’t delay: deadline is June 2.

Legacy of Pope Francis: Georgetown dialogues

Over two days in Rome this June, Catholic clergy, prominent novelists and thinkers of the 21st century will meet for a series of conversations examining the legacy of one of Pope Francis’s key concerns, that of “human fraternity, and how to advance it in a divided world.” The event takes place Monday 9 – Tuesday 10 June at the historic Villa Malta in central Rome. All talks will be available watch online, for free. https://globaldialogues.georgetown.edu/series/rome-june-2025

Trust Relationship Officer

Following the retirement of the current post holder the Education Service are looking to recruit a person to support its schools and academies. Details at www.rcaoseducation.org.uk/trust-relationship-officer-education-service/

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention June: That the world might grow in compassion

Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from his Heart, learn to have compassion on the world.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below

https://www.holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Newsletter-2025-01June-final.pdf

SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================

SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER (C)

Sat. 31ST May The Visitation Of The Blessed Virgin Mary	18:30	Siobhán Glithero –  Intentions
Sun. 01ST JUNE World Communications Sunday	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	D.O Exams & Personal Intentions
	11:00	John Bradley 90th Birthday & Wellbeing
	18:30
Mon. 02ND June Ss Marcellinus & Peter, Martyrs	08:00
	10:00	Mary Davey – RIP
Tue. 03rd June Ss Charles Lwanga & Companions, Martyrs	08:00
	10:00	Kathleen Rowe – RIP
Wed. 04th June	08:00
	10:00	Brian & Breege Scanlon – RIP
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 05th June St Boniface, Martyrs	08:00
	10:00
Fri. 06th June Ss Norbert & St Luke Kirby	08:00
	12:00	Mary Easton Intentions
SAT. 07th June Diocesan Jubilee Year Celebration	08:00
	09:00	No Adoration
	10:00	No Mass
	18:30
SUN. 08th June Pentecost Sunday	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30
	11:00	John O’Connor-  RIP
	18:30	Cedric D’Almeida BD & Thanksgiving Merlyn  & Family

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am.

Holy Spirit Novena

The Novena begins on Friday 30^th May and continues until Saturday 7^th June 2025. Join us before 10am Mass weekdays & at 6.15pm for the last day On Saturday before Mass.

Second Collection This Weekend for World Communications Day

This collection supports the work of the Catholic Communications Network (CCN), the media office of the Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales.

Next Sunday is Pentecost Sunday.

A Day of prayer for the Church- Solemnity.

Day for Life

Every year the Church in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland marks the Day for Life, as a reminder of the need to respect and protect the inherent value and dignity of each life. This year it will be celebrated on 15^th June, Trinity Sunday.

Coming Soon Young adults groups (12-17y & 18-30 y)

We wish to commence young adults groups within the parish community to encourage participation of our young people in the parish life and support their spiritual growth. Please keep an eye for the dates.

 BIBLE STUDY

 Mon. 2^nd June at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

We will resume again on Sunday, 8^th June 2025.

Special thanks to the children for creating Father Vincent’s welcome card and the personalised messages. Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Pentecost Prayer & Praise Service – Wednesday 4th June, 7:30pm, followed by refreshments in the hall.  This is an opportunity for us to come together as a parish, to give thanks for all that the Lord has done for us, for the gifts he has given us and for the love and mercy he pours out on us. Through praise in song and reflection on short scripture readings, we will pray for an increase of the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives as we prepare our hearts for the great feast of Pentecost. Everyone welcome.

Extra-ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Recollection

Wed. 11^th June 7 – 8pm.

Adoration      Prayer       Father Vincent – Exhortation

We are so privileged to serve as Extra-ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion. We  are called to gather together in our Parish for an evening of reflection.This will be in preparation for renewal of Commitment at each Mass of weekend 21/22 June.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

Mon: 9^th June /23^rd June

7^th July / 14^th July Summer Party.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you!

Parish Pastoral Meeting held on 7th May

For your information, the highlights of the meeting have been posted on the notice board in the Porch. Please do take a look as there are many items of interest.

Fr Luke’s Pilgrimage To Hosanna House – Lourdes

This Jubilee Year 2025, we travel by Ryanair fom Stansted on Sat. 30 August and return on Sat. 6 September. The cost per person is £1200, maximum (depending on numbers, may be less with larger numbers of pilgrims). Thank you Fr Luke.

 Holy Cross Film Club showing: “Dial M for Murder”

Parish Centre, 7.45 pm, Friday 20 June

(Doors open/refreshments from 7.30pm.

A classic Hitchcock thriller: a London playboy plots the murder of his rich wife, but all does not go according to plan. With Ray Milland, Grace Kelly and John Williams. Running time: 1 hr 45 mins, plus interval. Admission Free, No booking required. More: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

Relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis

St George’s Cathedral will be visited by a relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis from Thursday 26 June to Saturday 28 June. An exhibition will also be on display at the Cathedral from 19 June to 7 July. Visit: stgeorgescathedral.org.uk

Certificate Program in Youth Ministry Studies!

With a mixture of in-person and online training, this course makes it more convenient than ever for parish youth leaders to equip themselves for ministry.

Based on the survey results, we are offering a hybrid model of both in-person and online learning. EQSaints’ Youth Ministry Formation training method is to train cohorts, not just individuals. In this way, you are able to build community and networks of support throughout the formation process. The training includes an orienting in-person weekend and online learning at one’s own pace.

Full details and to sign up, see sections below. Contact youth@rcaos.org.uk.

The God Who Speaks

‘Every day we read a page of the Gospel, we pray with the Psalms, we read the Prophets! We will be moved by the Lord’s faithfulness.

If you are curious about the Bible, you will find great resources, activities and ideas to help you deepen your faith and love of the Scriptures on the God Who Speaks webpages. https://www.godwhospeaks.uk/

MARRIAGE MASS at St George’s Cathedral: July 12 at 3pm

Celebrating a special wedding anniversary this year? Is it your first, 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or any longer period?  If so, this is your last chance to apply for a personal invitation from Abp John to celebrate with him. And during the Mass you will get the opportunity to renew your marriage vows. To receive an invitation from Abp John, email to mflsw@rcaos.org.uk  your :names, address, phone number, parish and the anniversary being celebrated. You can bring close members of your family with you to the Mass. Don’t delay: deadline is June 2.

Legacy of Pope Francis: Georgetown dialogues

Over two days in Rome this June, Catholic clergy, prominent novelists and thinkers of the 21st century will meet for a series of conversations examining the legacy of one of Pope Francis’s key concerns, that of “human fraternity, and how to advance it in a divided world.” The event takes place Monday 9 – Tuesday 10 June at the historic Villa Malta in central Rome. All talks will be available watch online, for free. https://globaldialogues.georgetown.edu/series/rome-june-2025

Trust Relationship Officer

Following the retirement of the current post holder the Education Service are looking to recruit a person to support its schools and academies. Details at www.rcaoseducation.org.uk/trust-relationship-officer-education-service/

Parish Accounts Manager wanted

Sacred Heart, Wimbledon requires a new Accounts Manager. The salary is £18.00 per hour for 19 hours per week. Please contact Thelma in the Parish Office (wimbledon@rcaos.org.uk) for an application form, Job Description and Person Specification. Closing date Friday 6th June, interviews on Friday 13th June.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention May: For working conditions

Let us pray that through work, each person might find fulfillment, families might be sustained in dignity, and that society might be humanized.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below

https://www.holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Newsletter-2025-25-May25-final.pdf

SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Y. C

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Y. C

Sat. 24th May Our Lady, Help Of Christians	18:30	Assi Bernard Seka – RIP
Sun. 25th May	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30
	11:00	Anne Marie Kone – RIP
	18:30
Mon. 26th May St Philip Neri	08:00
	10:00	Pat Walmsey & Adrian Mann – Intentions
Tue. 27TH May St Augustine Of Canterbury, Feast	08:00
	10:00	Terence Weir – RIP
Wed. 28ST May	08:00
	10:00
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 29th May THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD	08:00
	10:00	Joan William –  Wellbeing
	19:30	People of the Parish
Fri. 30th May St Luke Kirby, Martyr	08:00
	12:00
SAT. 31st May The Visitation Of The Blessed Virgin Mary, Feast	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00
	18:30	Siobhán Glithero –  Intentions
SUN. 01st June World Communications Sunday	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	D.O Exams & Personal Intentions
	11:00	John Bradley 90th Birthday & Wellbeing
	18:30

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am.

THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD, Solemnity and Day of Obligation. Mass is scheduled at 8am, 10am and 7.30pm.

May Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Please join us to say the rosary every day before 10am Mass. We will mark the end of the May devotion with Rosary and Adoration on Sat, 31^st by 9:00am

Second Collection Next Weekend for World Communications Day

This collection supports the work of the Catholic Communications Network (CCN), the media office of the Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales.

No Adoration or 10 am Mass on Saturday 07^th June because of the Jubilee celebration at Aylesford.

Parish Pastoral Meeting held on 7th May

For your information, the highlights of the meeting have been posted on the notice board in the Porch. Please do take a look as there are many items of interest.

Holy Spirit Novena

The Novena begins on Friday 30^th May and continues until Saturday 7^th June 2025. Join us before 10am Mass weekdays .

Archdiocesan Jubilee Celebration Day at The Friars, Aylesford 7 June 25 – more details

Over two thousand people from around the Archdiocese of Southwark are expected at our Jubilee Celebration Day – we hope you will be one of them! Please check the board in the porch giving you all the information you need about this wonderful celebration.

To sign up to be one of the ‘Day Makers’ (stewards and volunteers helping to make the day a success), visit bit.ly/southwarkhelper to find out more and sign up. To register for the 90-minute ministry sessions for children (KS1+2) and young people (KS3+4), visit aec.rcaos.org.uk/jubilee celebration. (Places on these sessions are limited – first come, first served; but there are other activities for children if you don’t book in time.)

The event itself is free. With St Elphege’s we are putting on a coach for the day itself, so to join, please come to the Parish office to book and pay. The price per person is £18.

Coach for Aylesford

If you have not yet made your coach payment, please do so before Monday. Additionally, if you have changed your mind, let me know so we can allocate your seat to someone else. The seating plans and reporting time will be sent to you in due course.

 BIBLE STUDY

 Mon. 2^nd June at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

This week will be the last session before we take a break for the half term holidays. We will resume again on Sunday, 8^th June 2025.

Special thanks to the children for creating Father Vincent’s welcome card and the personalised messages. Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Pentecost Prayer & Praise Service – Wednesday 4th June, 7:30pm, followed by refreshments in the hall.  This is an opportunity for us to come together as a parish, to give thanks for all that the Lord has done for us, for the gifts he has given us and for the love and mercy he pours out on us. Through praise in song and reflection on short scripture readings, we will pray for an increase of the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives as we prepare our hearts for the great feast of Pentecost. Everyone welcome.

Extra-ordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Recollection

Wed. 11^th June 7 – 8pm.

This will be in preparation for renewal of Commitment at each Mass of weekend 21/22 June.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am

Mon: 9^th June /23^rd June, 7^th July / 14^th July Summer Party.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you!

Fr Luke’s Pilgrimage To Hosanna House – Lourdes

This Jubilee Year 2025, we travel by Ryanair fom Stansted on Sat. 30 August and return on Sat. 6 September. The cost per person is £1200, maximum (depending on numbers, may be less with larger numbers of pilgrims). Thank you Fr Luke.

Relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis

St George’s Cathedral will be visited by a relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis from Thursday 26 June to Saturday 28 June. An exhibition will also be on display at the Cathedral from 19 June to 7 July. Visit: stgeorgescathedral.org.uk

Day for Life

Every year the Church in England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland marks the Day for Life, as a reminder of the need to respect and protect the inherent value and dignity of each life. This year it will be celebrated on 15^th June, Trinity Sunday.

Certificate Program in Youth Ministry Studies!

With a mixture of in-person and online training, this course makes it more convenient than ever for parish youth leaders to equip themselves for ministry.

Based on the survey results, we are offering a hybrid model of both in-person and online learning. EQSaints’ Youth Ministry Formation training method is to train cohorts, not just individuals. In this way, you are able to build community and networks of support throughout the formation process. The training includes an orienting in-person weekend and online learning at one’s own pace.

Full details and to sign up, see sections below. Contact youth@rcaos.org.uk.

The God Who Speaks

‘Every day we read a page of the Gospel, we pray with the Psalms, we read the Prophets! We will be moved by the Lord’s faithfulness.

If you are curious about the Bible, you will find great resources, activities and ideas to help you deepen your faith and love of the Scriptures on the God Who Speaks webpages. https://www.godwhospeaks.uk/

MARRIAGE MASS at St George’s Cathedral: July 12 at 3pm

Celebrating a special wedding anniversary this year? Is it your first, 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th, 60th or any longer period?  If so, this is your last chance to apply for a personal invitation from Abp John to celebrate with him. And during the Mass you will get the opportunity to renew your marriage vows. To receive an invitation from Abp John, email to mflsw@rcaos.org.uk  your :names, address, phone number, parish and the anniversary being celebrated. You can bring close members of your family with you to the Mass. Don’t delay: deadline is June 2.

Parish Accounts Manager wanted

Sacred Heart, Wimbledon requires a new Accounts Manager. The salary is £18.00 per hour for 19 hours per week. Please contact Thelma in the Parish Office (wimbledon@rcaos.org.uk) for an application form, Job Description and Person Specification. Closing date Friday 6th June, interviews on Friday 13th June.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention May: For working conditions

Let us pray that through work, each person might find fulfillment, families might be sustained in dignity, and that society might be humanized.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan,Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza