September 15th 2024

TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY – Y. B

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Assistant Priest Fr. Vincent Okun

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

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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TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY – Y. B

SAT. 14Th Sept
The Exaltation Of The Holy  Cross, Feast
18:30For Frs Henry, Luke, Vincent, Philip, Deacon Sandy
SUN. 15th Sept. Evangelii Gaudium (Home Mission)08:00 
09:30Thanksgiv. For GOD’s Mercy – Amaka O.
11:00People Of The Parish
18:30Holy Souls
Mon. 16th Sept.  
Ss Cornelius, Pope & Cyprian, Martyrs
08:00 
10:00 
Tue. 17th Sept.
Ss Robert Bellarmine & Hildegard Of Bingen
08:00Erica O. Personal Intention, Light Of The Holy Spirit and Success.
10:00 
Wed. 18th Sept.
St Edith Of Kemsing
08:00 
10:00Full Healing Of Karen Cruickshank
17:00Adoration
Thu. 19th Sept.
St Theodore Of Canterbury
08:00 
10:00Holy Souls
Fri. 20Th Sept.
St Andrew Kim Tae-gŏn, Paul Chŏng Ha-sang, and Companions, Martyrs
08:00 
12:00 
SAT. 21Th Sept
St Matthew, Apostle & Evangelist
08:00 
09:00Adoration And Benediction
10:00 
18:30Eliram K. Personal Intentions
SUN. 22TH Sept. World Day Of Prayer For Migrants and Refugees08:00 
09:30 
11:00Mario Azzopardi- RIP
18:30Patrick & Flora Mc Nelis – 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.  

This Weekend, Second Collection For Home Mission (The Catholic Agency For The Support Of Evangelization)

This collection provides the bishops of England and Wales with resources to support Home Mission, the spread of the Gospel in our own country. The money collected enables a breadth of work to be done in support of parish evangelization.

CONFIRMATION Registration

Forms are available on the table in the porch. The sessions will begin in November. Please note that the Confirmation program is only for candidates of Year 10 and above. Please pray for our candidates and catechists. The registration fee is £20.

School Forms

The priests will sign the applications at the end of Sept. Dates and times to be announced soon. Please note that some schools now require a certificate of Catholic practice to be completed instead of a supplementary form. Check with the school.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDYEphesians

Join us for Bible study, Monday September 23rd at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions. See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Journey in Faith 2024 – 2025 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

It is the process by which adults can prepare to be received into the Catholic Church.  It is an opportunity to grow in their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic Church and look at the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.

Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURS 19th SEPT. at 7:45 pm, parish centre. If you are interested, please speak to the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, or contact her via the contact form on the parish website.

The Secrets of Paul – a ten weeks course on Zoom

Tuesdays, 17th September – 26th November 24 (Break for half term on 29th Oct)

Reflect on and learn from the life of St Paul as a model missionary disciple. How and why was he so fruitful in his missions? What does it mean to fulfil the call to all of us to be missionary disciples?

The course will be led by Kathy Ball (Archdiocese of Southwark) and Alex & Maria Heath (Northampton Diocese). Book at https://northamptondiocese.org/courses

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

The Children’s Liturgy resumed last Sun 8th Sept 24. A special shout-out to our volunteers for all their hard work and support thus far: Joey, Luisa, Ania, Paulina, Natacha, Tara, Melissa, Finy, Sinead, Caroline, Mary, Sarah W, Sarah H, Diane and Jess. Thank you so much 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

Discover What’s Happening in Our Parish!

Ever wondered what’s going on in our parish? Curious about the groups, meetings, and social events available? Join us at the Parish Expo in the Parish Hall to explore everything our parish has to offer!

When:

•Sat. 21st September: All day from after the 10am Mass until after the 6.30 pm Mass.

Sunday, 22nd Sept.: All day from after the 8am Mass until after the 6.30pm Mass.

Come along to see what interests you! Whether you’re looking to join a new group, get involved in social events, or just want to learn more, this is the perfect opportunity.

And don’t worry, we’ve got your refreshments covered—tea, coffee, biscuits, and cakes will be served throughout the day! We look forward to seeing you there!

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group 9.00 am-10.15am

Monday 23rd Sep.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

Mary’s Meals

would like to invite you to collect all your foreign currency* no matter how old or obscure. Clear out your drawers and have a look under the sofa. Currently the charity feeds over 2.4 million young children one good meal every day – by giving Mary’s Meals your foreign coins and notes you can help feed the next hungry child. Mary’s Meals feeds in over 18 countries. Because of our low costs we can do this for as little as £19.15 per child /year! *We will also take UK coins/notes that aren’t legal tender.

Mary’s Meals will come and speak at the end of the Masses on the 28th/29th Sept.

Fairtrade Fortnight Mon 9th to Sun 22nd September

During Fairtrade Fortnight, we will be doing Fairtrade stalls on Fri 13th at Oru, Sutton High Street and on Sat 14th at All Saints, Carshalton. For more information: https://www.fairtrade.org.uk/get-involved/current-campaigns/fairtrade-fortnight/

Annual Service: Healing & Hope

The service will be held on the Wednesday 25th Sept. 24 at 6.30pm @ St George’s Cathedral and it will be led by Archbishop John Wilson.

The service is for Healing & Hope for all those that have been harmed by abuse, their families & friends. It is also to recognise the work of those that support survivors of abuse.  At the end of the service, everyone will be invited to tie a ribbon in support of those that have been harmed by abuse. Light refreshments afterwards and a place for anyone who wishes to, to talk to the safeguarding team.

Southwark Catholic Youth Network

We’ve introduced several Youth / Young Adults Days and retreats  this year in different areas of the Archdiocese, including the Cathedral, New Malden, and

Chatham. The days are an opportunity for the children to receive catechesis about the key aspects of the faith from a guest speaker.

For more and to book: https://www.rcsouthwark.co.uk/news-events/events/

Wimbledon College Open Days

Open Evening: Thu 26th September 5.30-8.30pm
Open Mornings: Mon 30th SeptemberWed 2nd October

BOOKING NOW OPEN: https://www.wimbledoncollege.org.uk/

from the website menu select Parents/Open Events

The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School Open Evenings for Year 7

These events are designed for parents and prospective pupils to attend.

Thursday 12th September 24 & Tuesday 17th September 24. The Headmaster will speak at 4.30pm and 6.00pm. We suggest, therefore, that you arrive between 4:15 pm and 5:30 pm.To book for our Open Evenings. Full details are available on our website https://www.cvms.co.uk/Admissions/

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention September: For The Cry Of The Earth

Let us pray that political leaders be at the service of their own people, working for integral human development and the common good, taking caring of those who have lost their jobs and giving priority to the poor.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, 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 …

September 8th 2024

TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY O.T Y B

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

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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TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY O.T Y B

SAT. 07Th Sept18:30Francoise Theriault Intentions
SUN. 08th Sept. Education Day08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Matthew Nguyen Van Hue
11:00Tara Seenayah- RIP
18:30Irene Quinton – RIP
Mon. 09th Sept.  
St Peter Claver
08:00 
10:00 
Tue. 10th Sept.
St Gregory The Great, Pope, Feast
08:00 
10:00Margaret Mann – BD Intentions
Wed. 11th Sept.
St Ambrose Barlow, Martyr
08:00 
10:00 
17:00Adoration
Thu. 12th Sept.
The Most Holy Name Of Mary
08:00 
10:00 
Fri. 13Th Sept.
St John Chrysostom
08:00 
12:00Cynthia Guiho – BD Intentions
SAT. 14Th Sept
The Exaltation Of The Holy  Cross, Feast
08:00 
09:00Adoration And Benediction
10:00 
18:30 
SUN. 15TH Sept. Evangelii Gaudium ( Home Mission)08:00 
09:30Thanksgiv. For Mercy & Love  Amaka O
11:00People Of The Parish
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.  

Second Collection This Weekend For The CES (Catholic Education Service)

Next Weekend, Second Collection For Home Mission (The Catholic Agency For The Support Of Evangelization)

This collection provides the bishops of England and Wales with resources to support Home Mission.

Attention: London Cycle Ride

Please note that The London To Brighton Cycle Ride will take place on 15th September ’24 meaning some roads will be impacted locally.

Our Parish Feast of The Exultation of the Cross, next Sunday 15th Sept

Canon Gerard Bradley, our Episcopal Vicar, will be celebrating the 09.30 and 11.00 Masses with Fr Henry and Fr Vincent. There will then be a Parish Social event at Anthony Philip’s home, 51 The Highway, Sutton from 13.30hrs, as last year and this will include a buffet lunch and refreshments.  To enable us to calculate catering needs, would anyone who would like to attend the lunch please add their name and those of their family members and children who will be accompanying them, to the lists on the table in the Porch at the back of the Church. Thank you.

Parish Pastoral Council Meeting: 11th September

CONFIRMATION Registration

Forms are available on the table in the porch. The sessions will begin in November. Please note that the Confirmation program is only for candidates of Year 10 and above. Please pray for our candidates and catechists. The registration fee is £20.

School Forms

The priests will sign the applications at the end of Sept. Dates and times to be announced soon. Please note that some schools now require a certificate of Catholic practice to be completed instead of a supplementary form. Check with the school.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDYEphesians

Join us for Bible study, Monday September 23rd at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions. See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Journey in Faith 2024 – 2025 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

It is the process by which adults can prepare to be received into the Catholic Church.  It is an opportunity to grow in their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic Church and look at the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.

Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURS 19th SEPT. at 7:45 pm, parish centre. If you are interested, please speak to the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, or contact her via the contact form on the parish website.

The Secrets of Paul – a ten weeks course on Zoom

Tuesdays, 17th September – 26th November 24 (Break for half term on 29th Oct)

Reflect on and learn from the life of St Paul as a model missionary disciple. How and why was he so fruitful in his missions? What does it mean to fulfil the call to all of us to be missionary disciples?

The course will be led by Kathy Ball (Archdiocese of Southwark) and Alex & Maria Heath (Northampton Diocese). Book at https://northamptondiocese.org/courses

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

The Children’s Liturgy resumes this Sun 8th Sept 24. A special shout-out to our volunteers for all their hard work and support thus far: Joey, Luisa, Ania, Paulina, Natacha, Tara, Melissa, Finy, Sinead, Caroline, Mary, Sarah W, Sarah H, Diane and Jess. Thank you so much 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

Discover What’s Happening in Our Parish!

Ever wondered what’s going on in our parish? Curious about the groups, meetings, and social events available? Join us at the Parish Expo in the Parish Hall to explore everything our parish has to offer!

When: Sat. 21st September: All day from after the 10am Mass until after the 6.30 pm Mass.

Sunday, 22nd Sept.: All day from after the 8am Mass until after the 6.30pm Mass.

Come along to see what interests you! Whether you’re looking to join a new group, get involved in social events, or just want to learn more, this is the perfect opportunity.

And don’t worry, we’ve got your refreshments covered—tea, coffee, biscuits, and cakes will be served throughout the day!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group 9.00 am-10.15am

Mondays 09th, 23rd Sep.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

Mary’s Meals would like to invite you to collect all your foreign currency* no matter how old or obscure. Clear out your drawers and have a look under the sofa. Currently the charity feeds over 2.4 million young children one good meal every day – by giving Mary’s Meals your foreign coins and notes you can help feed the next hungry child. Mary’s Meals feeds in over 18 countries. Because of our low costs we can do this for as little as £19.15 per child /year! *We will also take UK coins/notes that aren’t legal tender.

Mary’s Meals will come and speak at the end of the Masses on the 28th/29th Sept.

Fairtrade Fortnight Mon 9th to Sun 22nd September

During Fairtrade Fortnight, we will be doing Fairtrade stalls on Fri 13th at Oru, Sutton High Street and on Sat 14th at All Saints, Carshalton. For more information: https://www.fairtrade.org.uk/get-involved/current-campaigns/fairtrade-fortnight/

Annual Service: Healing & Hope

The service will be held on the 25th Sept. 24 at 6.30pm @ St George’s Cathedral and it will be led by Archbishop John Wilson.

The service is for Healing & Hope for all those that have been harmed by abuse, their families & friends. It is also to recognise the work of those that support survivors of abuse.  At the end of the service, everyone will be invited to tie a ribbon in support of those that have been harmed by abuse. Light refreshments afterwards and a place for anyone who wishes to, to talk to the safeguarding team.

Holy Cross Film Club showing: The Count of Monte

Parish Centre 7.45 pm, Friday 13 September (Refreshments from 7.30pm)

A young man, falsely accused of treason, is imprisoned for 13 years before he escapes and proceeds to transform himself into the wealthy Count of Monte Cristo. With Jim Caviezel and Guy Pearce.

Running time:2 hrs, 11 mins, plus internal

For further information email: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention September: For The Cry Of The Earth

Let us pray that political leaders be at the service of their own people, working for integral human development and the common good, taking caring of those who have lost their jobs and giving priority to the poor.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, 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 …

September 1st 2024

TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY O.T Y B

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

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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TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY O.T Y B

SAT. 31St August  18:30People Of The Parish
SUN. 01st Sept. World Day Of Prayer For The Care Of Creation08:00 
09:30Erica O. Intentions
11:00Maria Duca – Thanksgiving
18:30 
Mon. 02nd Sept.  08:00 
10:00 
Tue. 03rd Sept.
St Gregory The Great, Pope, Feast
08:00 
10:00 
Wed. 04th Sept.
St Cuthbert
08:00 
10:00For Children Of The Parish
17:00Adoration
Thu. 05th Sept.  08:00 
10:00 
Fri. 06Th Sept.08:00 
12:00 
SAT. 07Th Sept
The Blessed Virgin Mary
08:00 
09:00Adoration And Benediction
10:00 
18:30 
SUN. 08TH Sept. Education Day08:00People Of The Parish
09:30 
11:00Tara Seenayah- 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.  

Second Collection Next Weekend For The CES (Catholic Education Service)

There will be a second collection next weekend for the Catholic Education Service. The CES acts on behalf of the Catholic Bishop’s Conference to support Catholic education. They are the chief negotiating and advisory

body on matters affecting all aspects of Catholic education, and it also provides financial assistance for school transport in rural areas.

The Season of Creation (1st Sept – 4th October)

The Season of Creation starts on 1st September with the celebration of the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation and ends on 4th October with the feast of St Francis of Assisi. This celebration, which takes place over a period of a month, is designated to enable Christians to come together to care for our Common

Home through prayer and action. It helps to promote awareness and to understand the importance of protecting God’s handiwork as essential to a life of virtue.

Our Church, Holy Cross, Feast Day

On Sunday 15 September 24 we will be celebrating the feast of the Exultation of the Cross and Canon Gerard Bradley, our Episcopal Vicar for Southwest London, will be concelebrating the 09.30 and 11.00 Masses with Fr Henry and Fr Vincent. There will then be a Parish Social event at Anthony Philip’s home, 51 The Highway, Sutton from 13.30hrs, as last year. More details closer to the event.

Confirmation

To all those willing to help with year 10 confirmation catechesis, we are meeting Tuesday 10th Sept. at 7pm in the hall. There is no help too small. Thank you.

School Forms

The priests will sign the applications at the end of Sept. Dates and times to be announce soon. Please note that the school now require a certificate of Catholic practice to be completed instead of a supplementary form.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDY

Join us for Bible study, Monday September 2nd at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions. See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Journey in Faith 2024 – 2025 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

It is the process by which adults can prepare to be received into the Catholic Church.  It is an opportunity to grow in their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic Church and look at the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.

Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURS 19th SEPT. at 7:45 pm, parish centre. If you are interested, please speak to the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, or contact her via the contact form on the parish website.

The Secrets of Paul – a ten weeks course on Zoom

Tuesdays, 17th September – 26th November 24 (Break for half term on 29th Oct)

Reflect on and learn from the life of St Paul as a model missionary disciple. How and why was he so fruitful in his missions? What does it mean to fulfil the call to all of us to be missionary disciples?

The course will be led by Kathy Ball (Archdiocese of Southwark) and Alex & Maria Heath (Northampton Diocese). Book at  https://northamptondiocese.org/courses

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

The next commissioning is at St George’s Cathedral:12th Oct. Please ask our Priests for more information or contact: carshalton@rcaos,org.uk ; carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

SUMMER BREAK

All groups and activities will resume this week.

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

 We will resume on Sun 8th September 2024. Thank you for your invaluable support: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group 9.00 am-10.15am

Monday 09th, 23rd Sep.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

PILGRIMAGE TO MALTA  7 – 11 Oct 24 With Fr Philip Pak

More information on the notice board and please email: Suu Wynn

Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061

office@stpeterspilgrimages.com | www.stpeterspilgrimages.com

Fairtrade Fortnight Mon 9th to Sun 22nd September

During Fairtrade Fortnight, we will be doing Fairtrade stalls on Fri 13th at Oru, Sutton High Street and on Sat 14th at All Saints, Carshalton. Please do come along and also find us at the EcoFair in Carshalton Park on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August. For more information : https://www.fairtrade.org.uk/get-involved/current-campaigns/fairtrade-fortnight/

Annual Service: Healing & Hope

The service will be held on the 25th Sept. 24 at 6.30pm @ St George’s Cathedral and it will be led by Archbishop John Wilson.

The service is for Healing & Hope for all those that have been harmed by abuse, their families & friends. It is also to recognise the work of those that support survivors of abuse.  At the end of the service, everyone will be invited to tie a ribbon in support of those that have been harmed by abuse. There will be light refreshments afterwards and a place for anyone who wishes to, to talk to the safeguarding team.

The Knights of St Columba will be doing their annual sponsored walk in support of St Raphael’s Hospice, North Cheam, on Saturday 28 September 2024 at Nonsuch Park. The walk will start at 2pm from the mansion.

Marriages:

About getting married, please contact the Parish Office as soon as possible. We need at least 6months notice.

 Hospital:

 If you are going into hospital as a patient, and wish to see a chaplain, you will need to ask the hospital staff or a member of your family to arrange for the chaplain to visit you. Father Philip Pak: St Helier: 07477545080. St George’s: 020 8725 3069.

Holy Cross Film Club showing: The Count of Monte

Parish Centre 7.45 pm, Friday 13 September (Refreshments from 7.30pm)

A young man, falsely accused of treason, is imprisoned for 13 years before he escapes and proceeds to transform himself into the wealthy Count of Monte Cristo. With Jim Caviezel and Guy Pearce.

Running time:2 hrs, 11 mins, plus internal

For further information email: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention September: For The Cry Of The Earth

Let us pray that political leaders be at the service of their own people, working for integral human development and the common good, taking caring of those who have lost their jobs and giving priority to the poor.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, 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: Michelle Arthur,  Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

August 25th 2024

TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY  O.T Yr B

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

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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TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY  O.T Yr B

SAT. 24Th August
St Bartholomew, Apostle, Feast
18:30People Of The Parish
SUN. 25th August  08:00 
09:30 
11:00John Dodwell – RIP
18:30Jennifer Hau – Intention
Mon. 26th August Blessed Dominic Of The Mother Of GOD08:00 
10:00 
Tue. 27th August
St Monica
08:00 
10:00Fr Henry – Full Healing
Wed. 28TH August
St Augustine
08:00 
10:00Joseph  McDonagh – Wellbeing
17:00Adoration
Thu. 29TH August The Passion Of St John The Baptist08:00 
10:00 
Fri. 30TH August
St Margaret Clitherow
08:00 
12:00Michael Moloney – Recovery
SAT. 31ST August  08:00 
09:00Adoration And Benediction
10:00 
18:30 
SUN. 01ST Sept. World Day Of Prayer For The Care Of Creation08:00 
09:30 
11:00Maria Duca – Thanksgiving
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.  

Parish Office closed during the month of August.

The priests will be available for urgent matters only.Thank you.

Our Church, Holy Cross, Feast Day

On Sunday 15 September 24 we will be celebrating the feast of the Exultation of the Cross and Canon Gerard Bradley, our Episcopal Vicar for Southwest London, will be concelebrating the 09.30 and 11.00 Masses with Fr Henry and Fr Vincent. There will then be a Parish Social event at Anthony Philip’s home, 51 The Highway, Sutton from 13.30hrs, as last year. More details closer to the event.

Fr Henry

It is with immense joy and prayers of thanksgiving we inform you that Fr Henry is now back at Holy Cross.

Church Doors

Many thanks to Matthew and his team, Joe, Manus and Peri for their hard work in reconditioning the front doors of the Church.

Thank you from The Bethlehem Nativity Group TBNG 

We would love to thank you for allowing our group to come to your church and sell the olive wood religious articles, the result of which was very beneficial and rewarding for our needy Christian families. We raised £3577.00

If anyone has missed the carvings display, you can place an order online directly from them at www.tbng.co.uk, God bless you all.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDY

Join us for Bible study. Monday September 2nd at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions. See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Journey in Faith 2024 – 2025 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

It is the process by which adults can prepare to be received into the Catholic Church.  It is an opportunity to grow in their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic Church and look at the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.

Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURS 19th SEPT. at 7:45 pm, parish centre. If you are interested, please speak to the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, or contact her via the contact form on the parish website.

The Secrets of Paul – a ten weeks course on Zoom

Tuesdays, 17th September – 26th November 24 (Break for half term on 29th Oct)

Reflect on and learn from the life of St Paul as a model missionary disciple. How and why was he so fruitful in his missions? What does it mean to fulfil the call to all of us to be missionary disciples?

The course will be led by Kathy Ball (Archdiocese of Southwark) and Alex & Maria Heath (Northampton Diocese). Book at  https://northamptondiocese.org/courses

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

The next commissioning is at St George’s Cathedral:12th Oct. Please ask our Priests for more information or contact: carshalton@rcaos,org.uk ; carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

SUMMER BREAK

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

 We will resume on Sun 8th September 2024. Thank you for your invaluable support: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Folk Choir and 11 am Choir

the choirs will be back to sing on Sunday, 8th Sept. and, as always, new members are very welcome to join the choir.

Anyone who is interested in joining the 11 am Choir can contact Andrew Theobald on 02087152337, or come to the Choir Loft after 11.00 Mass any Sunday.

For 9.30 am Mass, please contact Kathy. Thanks.

Friday Lunches

Thank you for all your support. We will be back on the 6th September.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group 9.00 am-10.15am

Monday 09th, 23rd Sep.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

PILGRIMAGE TO MALTA  7 – 11 Oct 24 With Fr Philip Pak

 [In the Footsteps of St. Paul]

More information on the notice board and please email: Suu Wynn

Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061

office@stpeterspilgrimages.com | www.stpeterspilgrimages.com

Fairtrade Fortnight Mon 9th to Sun 22nd September

During Fairtrade Fortnight, we will be doing Fairtrade stalls on Fri 13th at Oru, Sutton High Street and on Sat 14th at All Saints, Carshalton. Please do come along and also find us at the EcoFair in Carshalton Park on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August. For more information : https://www.fairtrade.org.uk/get-involved/current-campaigns/fairtrade-fortnight/

Annual Service: Healing & Hope

The service will be held on the 25th Sept. 24 at 6.30pm @ St George’s Cathedral and it will be led by Archbishop John Wilson.

The service is for Healing & Hope for all those that have been harmed by abuse, their families & friends. It is also to recognise the work of those that support survivors of abuse.  At the end of the service, everyone will be invited to tie a ribbon in support of those that have been harmed by abuse. There will be light refreshments afterwards and a place for anyone who wishes to, to talk to the safeguarding team.

Monthly Young Adult Masses On 01st September

On the first Sunday of every month, the Southwark Catholic Youth Service has a Young Adults Mass at St George’s Cathedral.

After the Mass, there is a social in Amigo Hall. All are welcome. You can keep up to date with the Southwark Catholic Youth Service by following them on Facebook and Instagram @stgeorgesya or emailing youth@rcaos.org.uk

The Knights of St Columba will be doing their annual sponsored walk in support of St Raphael’s Hospice, North Cheam, on Saturday 28 September 2024 at Nonsuch Park. The walk will start at 2pm from the mansion.

Marriages:

About getting married, please contact the Parish Office as soon as possible. We need at least 6months notice.

 Hospital:

 If you are going into hospital as a patient, and wish to see a chaplain, you will need to ask the hospital staff or a member of your family to arrange for the chaplain to visit you. Father Philip Pak: St Helier: 07477545080. St George’s: 020 8725 3069.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention August: For Political Leaders

Let us pray that political leaders be at the service of their own people, working for integral human development and the common good, taking caring of those who have lost their jobs and giving priority to the poor.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, 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: Michelle Arthur,  Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

August 18th 2024

TWENTIETH SUNDAY  O.T Year B

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

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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TWENTIETH SUNDAY  O.T Year B

SAT. 17Th August
The Blessed Virgin Mary
18:30People Of The Parish
SUN. 18th August  08:00Bridget Nee
09:30People of the Parish
11:00Deborah Wittaker – RIP
18:30Irene Quinton – RIP
Mon. 19th August
St John Eudes
08:00Martin & Annie Mc Donagh – RIP
10:00Derek Wixted – RIP
Tue. 20th August
St Bernard
08:00 
10:00 
Wed. 21ST August
St Pius X, Pope
08:00 
10:00 
17:00Adoration
Thu. 22ND August The Queenship Of The Blessed Virgin Mary08:00 
10:00Jade D’Mello  INTENTIONS
Fri. 23rd August
St Rose Of Lima
08:00 
12:00 
SAT. 24th August
St Bartholomew, Apostle, Feast
08:00 
09:00Adoration And Benediction
10:00 
18:30 
SUN. 25th August  08:00 
09:30 
11:00John Dodwell – RIP
18:30Jennifer Hau – 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.  

Parish Office closed during the month of August.

The priests will be available for urgent matters only.Thank you.

Funeral Irene Quinton – RIP, 21st August at 11.30am

All our condolences to her family and friends.

Please note there will not be any parking available at the Church

Our Church, Holy Cross, Feast Day

On Sunday 15 September 24 we will be celebrating the feast of the Exultation of the Cross and Canon Gerard Bradley, our Episcopal Vicar for Southwest London, will be concelebrating the 09.30 and 11.00 Masses with Fr Henry and Fr Vincent. There will then be a Parish Social event at Anthony Philip’s home, 51 The Highway, Sutton from 13.30hrs, as last year. More details closer to the event.

Fr Henry

It is with immense joy and prayers of thanksgiving we  inform you that Fr Henry is now back at Holy Cross.

Church Doors

Many thanks to Matthew and his team, Joe, Manus and Peri for their hard work in reconditioning the front doors of the Church.

Thank you from The Bethlehem Nativity Group TBNG 

We would love to thank you for allowing our group to come to your church and sell the olive wood religious articles, the result of which was very beneficial and rewarding for our needy Christian families. We raised £3577.00

Your help is a great support for us, and for our Christian families in the Holy Land.

 We don’t have enough words to thank you, but make sure that you are always in our prayers.

 If anyone has missed the carvings display,you can place an order online directly from them at www.tbng.co.uk, God bless you all.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDY

Join us for Bible study. Mon 19th August at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions. See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Journey in Faith 2024 – 2025 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

It is the process by which adults can prepare to be received into the Catholic Church.  It is an opportunity to grow in their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic Church and look at the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.

Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURS 19th SEPT. at 7:45 pm, parish centre. If you are interested, please speak to the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, or contact her via the contact form on the parish website.

The Secrets of Paul – a ten weeks course on Zoom

Tuesdays, 17th September – 26th November 24 (Break for half term on 29th Oct)

Reflect on and learn from the life of St Paul as a model missionary disciple. How and why was he so fruitful in his missions? What does it mean to fulfil the call to all of us to be missionary disciples?

The course will be led by Kathy Ball (Archdiocese of Southwark) and Alex & Maria Heath (Northampton Diocese). Book at  https://northamptondiocese.org/courses

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

The next commissioning is at St George’s Cathedral:12th Oct. Please ask our Priests for more information or contact:

carshalton@rcaos,org.uk ; carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

 We will resume on Sun 8th September 2024. Thank you for your invaluable support: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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, 8th 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 28 July, the next 11.00 Sunday Mass at which there will be singing will be on 8th 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 6th September.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group 9.00 am-10.15aam

Monday 09th, 23rd Sep.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

PILGRIMAGE TO MALTA  7 – 11 Oct 24 With Fr Philip Pak

 [In the Footsteps of St. Paul]

More information on the notice board and please email: Suu Wynn

Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061

office@stpeterspilgrimages.com | www.stpeterspilgrimages.com

Fairtrade Fortnight Mon 9th to Sun 22nd September

      Be the Change. Choose Fairtrade

During Fairtrade Fortnight, we will be doing Fairtrade stalls on Fri 13th at Oru, Sutton High Street and on Sat 14th at All Saints, Carshalton. Please do come along and also find us at the Eco Fair in Carshalton Park on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August. For more information, please seehttps://www.fairtrade.org.uk/get-involved/current-campaigns/fairtrade-fortnight

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London

is holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 26 August 2024 from 10 am to 4:30 pm. 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

Monthly Young Adult Masses On 01st September

Each month the Southwark Catholic Youth Service runs a Young Adult Mass at St George’s Cathedral, followed by a social at Amigo Hall

On the first Sunday of every month, the Southwark Catholic Youth Service has a Young Adults Mass at St George’s Cathedral.

After the Mass, there is a social in Amigo Hall. All are welcome.

You can keep up to date with the Southwark Catholic Youth Service by following them on Facebook and Instagram @stgeorgesya or emailing youth@rcaos.org.uk

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention August: For Political Leaders

Let us pray that political leaders be at the service of their own people, working for integral human development and the common good, taking caring of those who have lost their jobs and giving priority to the poor.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, 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: Michelle Arthur,  Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

August 11th 2024

NINETEENTH SUNDAY  O.T Yr B

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

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.

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

NINETEENTH SUNDAY  O.T Yr B

SAT. 10th August
St Lawrence, Deacon & Martyr, Feast
18:30Tricia Sammut Birthday Intention
SUN. 11th August  08:00John Dias – RIP 1st Anniversary
09:30Remembrance Stephen Fernando
11:00Clement Webb – RIP
18:30Pat Holder – RIP
Mon. 12th August
St Jane Frances De Chantal
08:00 
10:00Full Healing Winnifread
Tue. 13th August
Ss Pontian, Pope & Hippolytus, Martyrs
08:00 
10:00Thanksgiving for Sheron Fernando Family
Wed. 14th August
St Maximilian Mary Kolbe, Martyr
08:00 
10:00Birthday-Sharon Hanlon
17:00Adoration
Thu. 15th August
The Assumption Of The Blessed Virgin Mary, Feast
08:00 
10:00 
Fri. 16th August
St Stephen Of Hungary
08:00 
12:00 
SAT. 17th August
The Blessed Virgin Mary
08:00 
09:00Adoration And Benediction
10:00 
18:30 
SUN. 18th August  08:00Bridget Nee
09:30 
11:00Deborah Whittaker – RIP
18:30Irene Quinton – 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.  

Thursday: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a Holyday Of Obligation

The Holy Bethlehem Nativity Group Holy Land – Weekend 10-11th August

The Bethlehem Land, will visit us to briefly talk about the Holy Land and sell religious articles made out of Olive Wood to help and support the poor Christian families, any help you could give to them it will be highly appreciated” (when you help the poor you help our Lord”

Parish Office closed during the month of August.

The priests will be available for urgent matters only.Thank you.

Fr Luke’s dog Lola

Passed away. He is looking for another one, a golden retriever from the end of this month. If you can help, please talk to him at the end of the Mass. Thank you for all your support.

Saturday Vigil Mass Choir Accompanist

Ladies and Gentlemen, any age, also singers required. Please contact Pamela: 07305522789

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

 We will resume on Sun 8th September 2024. Thank you for your invaluable support: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

BIBLE STUDY

Join us for Bible study. Mon 19th August at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions. See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Journey in Faith 2024 – 2025 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

It is the process by which adults can prepare to be received into the Catholic Church.  It is an opportunity to grow in their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic Church and look at the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.

Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURS 19th SEPT. at 7:45 pm, parish centre. If you are interested, please speak to the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, or contact her via the contact form on the parish website.

The Secrets of Paul – a ten weeks course on Zoom

Tuesdays, 17th September – 26th November 24 (Break for half term on 29th Oct)

Reflect on and learn from the life of St Paul as a model missionary disciple. How and why was he so fruitful in his missions? What does it mean to fulfil the call to all of us to be missionary disciples?

The course will be led by Kathy Ball (Archdiocese of Southwark) and Alex & Maria Heath (Northampton Diocese). Book at  https://northamptondiocese.org/courses

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

The next commissioning is at St George’s Cathedral:12th Oct. Please ask our Priests for more information or contact:

carshalton@rcaos,org.uk ; carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Tea and Coffee after 9:30 Mass on Sunday

This is still on throughout the Summer in the parish centre. Everyone is welcome.

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, 8th 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 28 July, the next 11.00 Sunday Mass at which there will be singing will be on 8th 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 6th September.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group 9.00 am-10.15am

Monday 09th, 23rd Sep.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London

is holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 26 August 2024 from 10 am to 4:30 pm. 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

PILGRIMAGE TO MALTA  7 – 11 Oct 224 With Fr Philip Pak

 [In the Footsteps of St. Paul]

More information on the notice board and please email: Suu Wynn

Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061

office@stpeterspilgrimages.com | www.stpeterspilgrimages.com

Fairtrade Fortnight Mon 9th to Sun 22nd September

      Be the Change. Choose Fairtrade

During Fairtrade Fortnight, we will be doing Fairtrade stalls on Fri 13th at Oru, Sutton High Street and on Sat 14th at All Saints, Carshalton. Please do come along and also find us at the Eco Fair in Carshalton Park on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August.

For more information, please see

https://www.fairtrade.org.uk/get-involved/current-campaigns/fairtrade-fortnight

Monthly Young Adult Masses On 01st September

Each month on the first Sunday Southwark Catholic Youth Service runs a Young Adult Mass at St George’s Cathedral, followed by a social at Amigo Hall

After the Mass, there is a social in Amigo Hall. All are welcome.

You can keep up to date with the Southwark Catholic Youth Service by following them on Facebook and Instagram @stgeorgesya or emailing youth@rcaos.org.uk

Tuition

I am an experienced maths teacher offering support to pupils who are struggling with maths and would like to improve their grades at Key stage 3 and 4. I am also willing to offer support and guidance with personal statements to those who wish to attend top UK universities. This service is free of any charge and offered to those who are willing to show commitment. For details please contact: 07526687987

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention August: For Political Leaders

Let us pray that political leaders be at the service of their own people, working for integral human development and the common good, taking caring of those who have lost their jobs and giving priority to the poor.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, 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: Michelle Arthur,  Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

August 4th 2024

EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY  O.T Yr B

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

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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EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY  O.T Yr B

SAT. 03rd August
The Blessed Virgin Mary
18:30Families Theriault, Thon & Kone Intention
SUN. 04th August  08:00Dale Copp & Paul Chapman
09:30Erica O. Intention
11:00People Of The Parish
18:30Irene Quinton – RIP
Mon. 05th August The Dedication Of The Basilica Of St Mary Major08:00 
10:00Full Healing Bridget McDonagh
Tue. 06th August Transfiguration Of The Lord, Feast08:00 
10:00Full Healing Bridget McDonagh
Wed. 07th August
St Sixtus II, Pope & Companions, Martyrs
08:00 
10:00Irene Quinton – RIP
17:00Adoration
Thu. 08th August
St Dominic
08:00Pat Ayling Birthday Intention
10:00Winifred & James Claxton
Fri. 09th August
St Teresa Benedicta Of The Cross, Martyr
08:00 
12:00Full Healing Winnifread
SAT. 10th August
St Lawrence, Deacon & Martyr, Feast
08:00 
09:00Adoration And Benediction
10:00 
18:30Tricia Sammut Birthday Intention
SUN. 11th August  08:00 
09:30Remembrance Stephen Fernando
11:00Clement Webb – RIP
18:30Pat Holder – 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.  

Bethlehem Nativity Group Holy Land – Weekend 10-11th August

The Bethlehem Nativity Group TBNG, A missionary from Bethlehem, will visit us to briefly talk about the Holy Land and sell religious articles made out of Olive Wood to help and support the poor Christian families, any help you could give to them it will be highly appreciated” – when you help the poor you help our Lord”.

Parish Office closed during the month of August.

The priests will be available for urgent matters only.Thank you.

Fr Luke’s looking for another dog

A golden retriever from the end of September. If you can help, please talk to him at the end of the Mass. Thank you for all your support.

 Thank you

Tuesday and Thursday morning coffee raise £2345 for Fr Desi’s Sister Gabriela school project!

Tuesday’s BBQ

Frs Vincent, Desi and Henry would like to say a big thank you to all those who came along and for their best wishes and gifts on this occasion.

We also say thank you to all the Altar Servers  and Siobhàn who helped to set up on that day.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

 We will resume on Sun 8th September 2024. Thank you for your invaluable support: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

BIBLE STUDY

Join us for Bible study. Mon 19th August at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions. See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Journey in Faith 2024 – 2025 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

It is the process by which adults can prepare to be received into the Catholic Church.  It is an opportunity to grow in their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic Church and look at the issues facing Catholics in today’s world.

Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURS 19th SEPT. at 7:45 pm, parish centre. If you are interested, please speak to the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, or contact her via the contact form on the parish website.

The Secrets of Paul – a ten weeks course on Zoom

Tuesdays, 17th September – 26th November 24 (Break for half term on 29th Oct)

Reflect on and learn from the life of St Paul as a model missionary disciple. How and why was he so fruitful in his missions? What does it mean to fulfil the call to all of us to be missionary disciples?

The course will be led by Kathy Ball (Archdiocese of Southwark) and Alex & Maria Heath (Northampton Diocese). Book at  https://northamptondiocese.org/courses

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion

The next commissioning is at St George’s Cathedral:12th Oct. Please ask our Priests for more information or contact:

carshalton@rcaos,org.uk ; carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Folk Choir and 11 am Choir Summer Break

the 9:30am and 11 am choir will be taking a break for the month of August. We will be back to sing on Sunday, 8th Sept. and, as always, new members are very welcome to join both choirs. See you all in September.

Friday Lunches – Break

Through the lunches, we raised £900 for Fr Desi’s School in Uganda.

Thank you for all your support. We will have a break until 6th September.

THANK YOU

A Big thank you to the Toddler Group for their donation of £150 to the church.

Please note that new dates for the next school year are in the Playgroup section.

HIROSHIMA Memorial Meeting: 6th August from 7.30pm until 8,15pm

The annual Hiroshima Memorial at Carshalton Ponds organised by Sutton for Peace & Justice. You are all invited.

Pope Francis has called for an end to war and to the causes of conflict and reaffirmed that the use and even possession of nuclear weapons is immoral.

Please save the date: Fairtrade

Fairtrade Fortnight Mon 9th to Sun 22nd September ” Be the Change Choose Fairtrade. More information to follow.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group 9.00 am-10.15am

Monday 09th, 23rd Sep.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

HCPT PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES

Fr Luke’s 2024 HCPT Group will be travelling on the 13th – 20th September, staying in Hosanna House which is fully equipped to meet the needs of the disabled. The Pilgrimage week is very special and always leaves us feeling inspired, and uplifted. For further information go to www.hcpt.org.uk and look for Summer Pilgrimages. Please contact the Group leaders: Sandra Allen (07768080537), Manus Finnerty (020 8669 5265), or Father Luke (020 8642 3863). 

PILGRIMAGE TO MALTA  7 – 11 Oct 224 With Fr Philip Pak

 [In the Footsteps of St. Paul]

More information on the notice board and please email: Suu Wynn

Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061

office@stpeterspilgrimages.com | www.stpeterspilgrimages.com

New Dawn Pilgrimage 2024 at Walsingham: 5th to Friday 9th August

The New Dawn Pilgrimage will take place in person or online at the National Shrine and Basilica of Our Lady of Walsingham. It is a family-friendly event with a full programme of liturgy, sacraments, praise and worship. For more : www.newdawn.org.uk

Fisherman’s Friends Parish Centre 7.45 pm, Friday 9 August

 (Refreshments from 7.30pm)

A fast living, cynical London music executive heads to a remote Cornish village on a stag weekend where he’s pranked by his boss into trying to sign a group of singing fishermen. With Daniel Mays, David Hayman, James Purefoy and Meadow Nobrega. Running time: 1hr, 52 mins (plus interval)

For further information email: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com

Tuition

I am an experienced maths teacher offering support to pupils who are struggling with maths and would like to improve their grades at Key stage 3 and 4. I am also willing to offer support and guidance with personal statements to those who wish to attend top UK universities. This service is free of any charge and offered to those who are willing to show commitment. For details please contact: 07526687987

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention August: For Political Leaders

Let us pray that political leaders be at the service of their own people, working for integral human development and the common good, taking caring of those who have lost their jobs and giving priority to the poor.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, 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: Michelle Arthur,  Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

Saturday Vigil Mass Choir Accompanist

Ladies and Gentlemen, any age, also singers required. Please contact Pamela: 07305522789

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