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OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE (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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OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, KING OF THE UNIVERSE (C)
| Sat. 22nd NOV. St ‡ Cecilia, Martyr | 18:30 | Thanksgiving for Cenry D’Mello |
| Sun. 23rd NOV. Solemnity of Christ the King | 08:00 | People Of The Parish |
| 09:30 | D Members Of Pugh, Lau- Yu- Kan Family & Friends | |
| 11:00 | St Philomena’s Deceased Old Girls Deceased Members Of The Derrick Family Talisha Ricketts – RIP | |
| 18:30 | D Members Of Jansen Family & Friends D M Of Numa & Guiho Family & Friends | |
| Mon. 24th Nov. Saints Andrew Dũng-Lạc, Priest, and Companions, Martyrs. | 08:00 | |
| 10:00 | For Doris & Sons | |
| Tue. 25th Nov. St Catherine of Alexandria, Virgin and Martyr., | 08:00 | |
| 10:00 | D Members Of Keenan Family & Friends D M Of Macmahon Family & Friends | |
| Wed. 26th Nov. | 08:00 | |
| 10:00 | D M Of Black & Colcol Family & Friends D M Of McDermott Family & Friends | |
| 17:00 | Adoration | |
| 19:30 | D M Of Lopes Family & Friends D Members Of Omotoso Family & Friends | |
| Thu. 27th Nov. | 08:00 | |
| 10:00 | Francis Rodrigues – RIP | |
| Fri. 28th Nov. Saint Catherine Labouré | 08:00 | |
| 12:00 | D M Of Bailey & Hunter Family & Friends | |
| SAT. 29th Nov. Saints Cuthbert Mayne and Companions, Martyrs, | 08:00 | |
| 09:00 | D Members Of Francis Family & Friends | |
| 10:00 | Annie Diniz – RIP D Members Of Browne Family & Friends | |
| 18:30 | For the Little Souls | |
| SUN. 30th Nov. | 08:00 | People Of The Parish |
| 09:30 | Ken Brain – RIP D. Members Of Spence Family & Friends | |
| 11:00 | Leo Fernandes – RIP D M Of Hayden & Dodwell Family & Friends | |
| 18:30 | All Holy Souls |
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.
Second Collection This Weekend For The Catholic Youth Services
The collection taken on National Youth Sunday supports youth work in the diocese
and beyond, especially the Southwark Catholic Youth Service.
Funeral – Stanley Bewick – RIP
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Stanley Bewick ( Monica’s husband). The funeral will be on 24th November at 12 noon here at Holy Cross. Condolences to her family and friends.
November Dead List
At the end of the month, on Sunday 30th Nov. All the names of the deceased on the envelopes will be read out and placed on the altar before the beginning of Mass. Thank you
A Call for Actors – Rehearsals Friday 28th November at 4pm
If you enjoy acting and would like to join the cast of this year’s Nativity play ( 6-16 Years old), please contact the parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk
Also if you have a doll and costumes in a very good condition
( angels, shepherds, kings, Mary, Joseph, stars… ) you would like to give away, please bring it to the Office. Thank you.
RCIC (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children) Registration Now Open!
A Special Invitation to Your Child’s faith Journey. If you have a child age 7 to 17 who has not been baptised, or who missed receiving their First Holy Communion at the usual age, we invite them to join our RCIC programme. This is a beautiful journey to grow in faith. To register, please contact our Catechetical Baptism Lead: Natacha 079 2288 4692 Carshaltonbaptism@rcaos.org.uk
BIBLE STUDY
Next Session will be on Monday 24 November at 7.30pm, Parish hall. All welcome. For more information contact Cherryl carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk
Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass
We raised £231.45 for our Fall Bake Sale – a massive thank you for your support and generosity! The funds will go towards our parish parties and half-termly crafts to enrich our children’s faith journeys.
Mark the date for our Christmas Party after the 9.30am Mass on Sun 14 December 2025. Please contact Esme through the Parish Office if you can contribute or volunteer, carshalton@rcaos.org.uk .Thank you for your support!
Young Adults’ Mass – 30 November at 6.30pm
Please join other young adults for Mass, followed by refreshments and activities. If you would like to read, sing or participate in the organisation, please email the Parish Office. Thank you.
YOUTH GROUP :
Sun. 7th December 12pm -2pm:
FAITH, FOOD & FUN Christmas Party
Age group: 11-17
Co-ordinator: Cherryl Howlett (Parish Lead for formation).
Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am-10.15am
Mon: 1st Dec.
Holy Cross playgroup is still on. 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!
We still need more volunteers to lead, support the playgroup. Please contact the Office at carshalton@rcaos.org.uk asap if you are able to volunteer. Thank you.
CHRISTMAS APPEAL FOR HOLY CROSS
Do you have some outdoor Christmas figurines (ideally large size), decorations, lights to donate to the church? If yes please bring it to the Sacristy or Parish Office. Thank you for your generosity.
PACT – High Down Prison – Toys Appeal
Over the last couple of years, you have kindly donated Christmas gifts for prisoners to give to their children when they visit them in prison around Christmas time.
We are starting to prepare for the festive season. Your gifts were very much appreciated. We are hoping that you will be able to donate again this year. Please label them with age appropriateness. With your help, we can make the festive period a little brighter for families. Thank you.
Called to Bear Fruit consultation response published.
Thank you to the thousands of people who took part in the Called to Bear Fruit consultation. We are grateful to you all for sharing so openly your hopes for the life of the Church in our Archdiocese. The consultation response, which includes 15 actions points for renewal, is available at rcaos.org.uk/calledtobearfruit
Holy Cross Film Club showing : Elf
A Christmas comedy classic about a man raised as an Elf in the North Pole, who travels to New York City. With Will Ferrell and James Caan.
Parish Centre, 7.45 pm, Friday 5 December
Mulled wine & mince pies served from 7.30pm, Admission Free, No booking required. Running time: 1 hr,37mins, plus interval
For further information email: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com
MARGARET ANN’S ANGELS
Catching the 07:15 train? We’ve got you!
Margaret Ann’s Angels is an Ofsted Outstanding provider, proudly supporting local families for over 20 years!
We’re less than 15 minutes from Carshalton and our fun; friendly Breakfast Club runs every weekday from 07:00 – perfect for those early starts!
Call us today – it’s never too early!
•Margaret Ann – 07986 743 107 / •Gary – 07986 305 595
Holy Father’s Prayer Intention November: ‘For the prevention of suicide.
Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.
| May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently,Bridgid Murphy, Maria Leggett, Margaret Morton, Doreen Mary Charlish, Pat Flannery, Mama Anie Dona, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, … Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Catherine Main – Ian,Louis Mann, Pat Walmsley, Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan, Kathleen Brown, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Doris D’Souza, Clara Pinto… |
