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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
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======================================================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 27th 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 27th July at 6.30pm followed by refreshments in the Parish Hall. Please invite all your friends.
Youth group (12-17y) on Sunday 27th 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: 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: 7th July / 14th 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
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. 2nd 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 10th
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 |
