THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD
46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD
Assistant Priest Fr. Vincent Okon
Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak
Priest Fr. Luke Verhees
Deacon Sandy Misquitta
Tel: 020 8647 0022
Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk
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THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD
| Sat.11th Jan. | 18:30 | Fitzroy Henry & Kenneth Martindale – RIP |
| Sun. 12th Jan. The Baptism Of The Lord | 08:00 | People Of The Parish |
| 09:30 | ||
| 11:00 | Gregorgy Draper – 40th BD & Wellbeing | |
| 18:30 | Healing Carding Family | |
| Mon. 13th Jan. St Hilary | 08:00 | Charlotte Theriault Wellbeing |
| 10:00 | ||
| Tue. 14th Jan. St Raymond Of Penyafort | 08:00 | |
| 10:00 | Martin McDonagh – RIP | |
| Wed. 15th Jan. | 08:00 | |
| 10:00 | Sabastian Pereira – RIP | |
| 17:00 | Adoration | |
| Thu. 16th Jan. | 08:00 | Maeve D. Intentions |
| 10:00 | Cenry D’Mello Wellbeing | |
| Fri. 17th Jan. St Anthony | 08:00 | |
| 12:00 | Thanksgiving D’Mello & D’Silva Families | |
| SAT. 18th Jan. The Blessed Virgin Mary | 08:00 | |
| 09:00 | Adoration | |
| 10:00 | Father Patrick (Paddy) Cannon RIP | |
| 18:30 | ||
| SUN. 19th Jan. Peace Day | 08:00 | People Of The Parish |
| 09:30 | Erica O. Birthday, Blessings & Intentions Adri & Teresa Wells – Thanksgiving Golden Wedding | |
| 11:00 | Haroon Lorgat – RIP | |
| 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. |
On Monday 13th January, we will have Eucharistic Service instead of Mass at 10am.
Second Collection For Fr Wenna Henry Tiku – RIP Funeral
A Second Collection is being taken to assist with the funeral this weekend. Thank you for your support and generosity.
Our Parish Priest – Father Wenna Henry Tiku – RIP Funeral
It will take place on Sat. 8th Feb. at 12 noon here at Holy Cross.
The reception of the coffin will be on Friday 7th Feb. at 6pm followed by a Vigil until 11pm.
The Funeral in Uganda will be on Sat.15th February. If you wish to go there please let the office know for arrangments. Thank you.
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Safeguarding : Parents, please accompany your children under 9 years old to the toilets. The Archdiocese of Southwark is committed to the safety and welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
Flame 2025 – 15th March 2025
Flame is the largest Catholic Youth event in the UK (for those aged from school year 9 to university) and is taking place on Sat.15 March 2025 from 11am – 6pm, at Wembley Arena. Picking up on the theme for the Jubilee Year, “Pilgrims of Hope” the Flame theme is “Unstoppable” – Fan the Flame of Hope. It is open to everyone aged school Year 9 (usually 14 years old) through to University age. Typically there are large numbers of Year 10s, 11s and Sixth Formers, as well as University students. All under 18s must be accompanied.
We are organising a coach from St Elphege’s to Wembley for Flame, and have reserved the tickets via the Southwark Youth Team at the early bird cost of £29:00 p/ ticket. If you are interested, please email the office carshalton@rcaos.org.uk for arrangments asap as registration and consent will be coordinated through St Elphege’s. We encourage our young people to attend. https://www.rcaos.org.uk/mission/southwark-catholic-youth-service/news/flame-2025/
PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….
BIBLE STUDY
Monday 13th Jan. at 7.30pm, Parish hall.
Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk
Journey in Faith 2024 – 2025 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)
Next session Thursday 16th January 7:45pm on the theme of the Eucharist.
For more information, or if you are considering starting the process with the new group in September, contact Kathy: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk
Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.
We will resume this Sunday 12th January 2025. Thank you for all your support. If you would like to join our team of volunteers, please contact Esme via the Parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk Thank you for all your support.
Christian Unity Octave: From 18th to 25th January the Church observes eight days’ prayer for Christian Unity.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Service
Churches Together in Carshalton invite you to attend the Unity Service hosted by Holy Cross Church on Tuesday 21st January 2025 At 7.30 p.m. Followed by refreshments in the Parish Centre and the AGM of Churches Together in Carshalton. The Worship Service has at it’s heart the Nicene Creed “Do You Believe this”?
Please help us welcome fellow Christians in Carshalton to this Service as we come together as One in Christ.
Intercessory Prayer sessions
On the first Tuesday of every month, just after the 10am mass, the church will be holding an Intercessory Prayer in light of Holy Scripture requesting all our needs. Prayer is the most effective way to have a relationship with God who is the Highest Authority. The first Intercessory Prayer sessions started this Tuesday the 7th Jan. The event will also be live-streamed online, for those who cannot attend in person. We encourage everyone to attend and look forward to seeing many of you there.
Peace Sunday – 19th January:
Next Sunday is Peace Sunday. “The work of Pax Christi is based on the gospel and inspired by faith. Our Vision is of a world where people can live in peace, without fear of violence in all its forms. Rooted in Catholic Christianity, we work with all who share our values to abolish war and create communities of peace and justice.” Envelopes are available at the back of Church for your donations to Pax Christi.
Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-
A Big thank you to the Group for their donation of £200 to the church.
Mon: 13th Jan / 27th Jan.
Mon: 10th Feb.
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!
Friday Lunches – Break
Thank you for all your support. We will have a break until 24th Jan. Thank you for your support. Donations continue for Fr Desi’s School.
Disability Jubilee Pilgrimage to Rome in 2025.
Kairos Forum and Bishop Paul Hendricks are leading a Disability Jubilee Pilgrimage to Rome in 2025. It is taking place on 26 April 2025 to 1 May. Mass will be celebrated every day, along with activities such as visiting the Holy Door and a meeting with the Holy Father in St Peter’s Square. Email Cristina Gangemi at: kairosforumevents@gmail.com or visit here for more details: https://tinyurl.com/mrxj7s99
Scripture to parenting workshops
From today, every parishioner, as well as teachers and parents in our schools, 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
2025: Year of Jubilee
Pope Francis has announced that 2025 will be a year of Jubilee – an event that happens every 25 years.
The theme for the upcoming Jubilee is “Pilgrims of Hope”. The 2025 Jubilee will begin in Advent 2024 and will run until the Feast of the Epiphany in 2026. In the parish, we shall emphasise and encourage more prayer groups and pilgrimages within and outside the country.
Food Bank:
Thank you for your support with Foodbank . It is generous of you in these difficult time, please continue with your donations. Maureen.
Holy Father’s Prayer Intention Jan.: For Migrants, Refugees and those affected by War,
Let us pray that their right to an education, which is necessary to build a better world, will always be respected. .
| May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, William Barton, Maria O’Shea, Irene Quinton, Eileen Pini , Ann Pettingell, Janet Gibson, Janet Pini, Breda Witherow, Denis Hartnett, Peter Shelbourne, … Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Michelle Arthur, Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza … |
