February 9th 2025

FIFTH SUNDAY O.T YEAR C

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

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

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================FIFTH SUNDAY O.T YEAR C

Sat.08th Feb.
St. Josephine Bakhita Day For Victims Of Trafficking
18:30Aline & Stella Fernandes Oliveira Family
Sun. 09th Feb.  08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Maria Nguyen Thi Bay – RIP
11:00George Buckley – RIP
18:30John Mc Crossan – RIP
Mon. 10th Feb .
St Scholastica
08:00 
10:00Holy Souls
Tue. 11th Feb.
World Day For The Sick Our Lady Of Lourdes
08:00 
10:00Fr Wenna Henry Tiku- RIP
Wed. 12th Feb.  08:00 
10:00Maura O’Keefe – RIP
17:00Adoration
Thu. 13th Feb.  08:00 
10:00 
Fri. 14th Feb.
Ss Cyril, Monk & Methodius, Valentine – Feast
08:00 
12:00 
SAT. 15th Feb
The Blessed Virgin Mary
08:00 
09:00 
10:00Fr Wenna Henry Tiku – RIP
18:30Good Health For Berjis Kabir & Family
SUN. 16th Feb.
Racial Justice Day
08:00Tim Watchous – RIP
09:30Patricia O’Keefe – RIP
11:00Diane & Grenville Dias – RIP
18:30People 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 Racial Justice Day

Next weekend there will be a second collection for the Catholic Association for Racial Justice. This collection supports the work of the Catholic Church to promote racial justice in our schools, parishes and in wider society.

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.

Save the date !   World Day of Prayer takes place on Friday 7th March. Holy Cross Church will host the service to be held at 1.30p.m.

Further details to follow.

 

Holy God, Thank You for the precious gift of love that You have given to us. Thank You for blessing us every day with Your love and the power and strength that we find in You. Your love sustains us.  It’s like food and medicine for our souls.

Lord, some people are harder to love than others.  Help us to be able to express and share the gift of love with those around us. Forgive us for the times we have not done so … and continue the work You are doing in our lives so that we might have the heart of Christ.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDY

  Mondays 10th February /24th February at 7.30pm,  Parish hall.  

Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

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

Next session Thursday 13th February 7:45pm.

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.

Our last Children’s Liturgy session before the February half-term break will be on Sunday 9th February. We’ll resume on Sunday 2nd March.

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.

Lightfever – ‘How To’ Day

Are you wondering how your Church can reach out to others? 

Lightfever is an event of prayer with an offer to everyone to ‘come and see’. It is an invitation to enter into a Catholic Church, to light a candle for a loved one, to speak with Jesus, or chat with a team of friendly volunteers, or simply to just be in the peace of the Church.

Discover how to set up and run Lightfever in your Parish. Receive training (provided by Maria Heath, Director of Mission Northampton), resources and practical tips to help you bring this event to your Parish.

Participate in inviting others into the Church to discover Jesus.

Join us on Saturday 15th February 10:00am – 3:30pm at the Catholic Church of The Most Precious Blood, O’Meara Street, London, SE1.

See posters in the porch or parish centre.  Scan the QR code to sign up.

Parish contact – Kathy Ball edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION Families

are encouraged to sit at the front, so that children get a good view of the altar.  At all Sunday Masses space will be reserved for them – this will vary from one row to several, according to the number of families expected at each Mass.  The Candidates will take part in the offertory procession.  Please welcome them into our parish community.

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.

Archbishop John Wilson new book entitledThe Romero Rosary.

With introductory chapters about St Oscar Romero and the rosary, this beautiful and creative new book contains reflections on the traditional mysteries of the rosary (Joy, Light, Sorrow & Glory) and the NEW Romero Mysteries (Charity, Compassion and Mercy, & Justice and Peace) – all illumined for reflection and prayer by the words of St Oscar Romero. The book is available from Pauline Bookshops and online at www.paulineuk.org. The Archbishops warmly invites everyone to the book launch on Wednesday 12 February 2025 at 6.00 for 6.30pm at Amigo Hall, adjacent St George’s Cathedral, Southwark, South London. SE1 7HY.

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

Mon: 10th Feb. / 3rd March / 17th March / 31st March

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!

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

Jubilee Churches and Shrines in Southwark

The faithful, pilgrims of hope, will be able to obtain the Jubilee Indulgence granted by the Holy Father if they undertake a pious pilgrimage to any sacred Jubilee site. There will be sixteen Designated Jubilee Churches and Shrines in Southwark. Such are to be seen as ‘sacred places of welcome and privileged spaces for the rebirth of hope’. Of these 16, the closest to Carshalton are:

The Cathedral of St George in Southwark; Sacred Heart in Wimbledon; St Ann in Kingston Hill; St Mary’s (Our Lady of Reparation) in West Croydon; St Boniface in Tooting and St Elizabeth in Richmond.

Pilgrimage to Rome & Assisi 2-7 June 25 With Fr Philip Pak

Please check the board in the porch.

Holy Cross Film Club showing: Casablanca

Parish Centre, 7.45 pm, Friday 14 February

(Doors open/refreshments from 7.30pm. The classic romantic thriller, set in WWII, in which Rick Blaine, a cynical night club owner, makes an excruciating decision.

With Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman. Running time: 102 mins, plus interval Admission Free, No booking required. More: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

Celebrate your Marriage:

National Marriage Week is an opportunity to celebrate your marriage, a national event which runs from February 7-14. For a rich resource of information, prayers and events visit the Bishops’ Conference website: https://www.cbcew.org.uk/

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention Feb.: For vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

Let us pray that the ecclesial community might welcome the desires and doubts of those young people who feel a call to serve Christ’s mission in the priesthood and religious life. 

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 …
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 …

February 2nd 2025

THE PRESENTATION 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

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

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD

Sat.01ST Feb.
The Blessed Virgin Mary
18:30Anne Marie Kone- RIP
Sun. 02nd Feb.
The Presentation of The Lord & Candlemas Feast
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30 
11:00Piers Gardinier – RIP
18:30Fr Wenna Henry Tiku- RIP
Mon. 03rd Feb .
St Laurence Of Canterbury
08:00 
10:00 
Tue. 04th Feb.
St Henry Morse, Martyr
08:00 
10:00 
Wed. 05th Feb.
St Agatha, Martyr
08:00 
10:00Thomas Traynor – RIP
17:00Adoration
Thu. 06th Feb.
Ss Paul Miki & Companions, Martyrs
08:00 
10:00Grenville & Diane Dias – RIP
Fri. 07th Feb.  08:00 
12:00Fr Wenna Henry Tiku  – RIP
SAT. 08th Feb St.Josephine Bakhita Day For Victims Of Trafficking08:00 
09:00No Adoration
10:00No Mass or Confession
18:30Aline & Stella Fernandes Oliveira Family
SUN. 09th Feb.  08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Maria Nguyen Thi Bay – RIP
11:00George Buckley – RIP
18:30John Mc Crossan – 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 White Flower Appeal

The Society for the Protection of Unborn children exists to radically transform culture so that abortion is not only abolished but becomes truly unthinkable. To accomplish this mission, the Society is positioning initiatives in politics, education, legislation, and culture.

Due to the funeral there will be No Adoration and 10 am Mass on Saturday 8th February

Please be aware there will be no heating after 8am Mass on Friday until after the funeral. No parking available on Church premises on Friday & Saturday

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., Mass 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.

Volunteers needed

We need volunteers to direct people to St Philomena’s after Mass on Sat 8th Feb. also to help set up the hall, serve food and clean afterwards.

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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.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDY

  Mondays 10th February /24th February at 7.30pm,  Parish hall.  Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

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

Next session Thursday 06th February 7:45pm.

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.

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.

Lightfever – ‘How To’ Day

Are you wondering how your Church can reach out to others? 

Lightfever is an event of prayer with an offer to everyone to ‘come and see’. It is an invitation to enter into a Catholic Church, to light a candle for a loved one, to speak with Jesus, or chat with a team of friendly volunteers, or simply to just be in the peace of the Church.

Discover how to set up and run Lightfever in your Parish. Receive training (provided by Maria Heath, Director of Mission Northampton), resources and practical tips to help you bring this event to your Parish.

Participate in inviting others into the Church to discover Jesus.

Join us on Saturday 15th February 10:00am – 3:30pm at the Catholic Church of The Most Precious Blood, O’Meara Street, London, SE1.

See posters in the porch or parish centre.  Scan the QR code to sign up.

Parish contact – Kathy Ball: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION Families

are encouraged to sit at the front, so that children get a good view of the altar.  At all Sunday Masses space will be reserved for them – this will vary from one row to several, according to the number of families expected at each Mass.  The Candidates will take part in the offertory procession.  Please welcome them into our parish community.

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 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.

Archbishop John Wilson new book entitled :The Romero Rosary.

With introductory chapters about St Oscar Romero and the rosary, this beautiful and creative new book contains reflections on the traditional mysteries of the rosary (Joy, Light, Sorrow & Glory) and the NEW Romero Mysteries (Charity, Compassion and Mercy, & Justice and Peace) – all illumined for reflection and prayer by the words of St Oscar Romero. The book is available from Pauline Bookshops and online at www.paulineuk.org. The Archbishops warmly invites everyone to the book launch on Wednesday 12 February 2025 at 6.00 for 6.30pm at Amigo Hall, adjacent St George’s Cathedral, Southwark, South London. SE1 7HY.

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

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!

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

Jubilee Churches and Shrines in Southwark

The faithful, pilgrims of hope, will be able to obtain the Jubilee Indulgence granted by the Holy Father if they undertake a pious pilgrimage to any sacred Jubilee site. There will be sixteen Designated Jubilee Churches and Shrines in Southwark. Such are to be seen as ‘sacred places of welcome and privileged spaces for the rebirth of hope’. Of these 16, the closest to Carshalton are:

The Cathedral of St George in Southwark; Sacred Heart in Wimbledon; St Ann in Kingston Hill; St Mary’s (Our Lady of Reparation) in West Croydon; St Boniface in Tooting and St Elizabeth in Richmond.

Holy Cross Film Club showing: Casablanca

Parish Centre, 7.45 pm, Friday 14 February

(Doors open/refreshments from 7.30pm. The classic romantic thriller, set in WWII, in which Rick Blaine, a cynical night club owner, makes an excruciating decision.

With Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman. Running time: 102 mins, plus interval Admission Free, No booking required. Further information: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

Piano Lessons

New year, new skill! Are you/ or your child looking to learn to play the piano? I can provide piano lessons on either Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays, up until around 6pm. I am a qualified teacher with 35 years experience as a teacher and school leader. I am also a Catholic schools inspector and hold a current DBS. Also, I play the piano/organ for the 11.00 choir every Sunday. Interested? Call/message me on 07375 464186 or davedep2@hotmail.com Dave Hennessey

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention Feb.: For vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

Let us pray that the ecclesial community might welcome the desires and doubts of those young people who feel a call to serve Christ’s mission in the priesthood and religious life. 

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 …
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 …

January 26th 2025

THIRD SUNDAY-in OT- Yr C

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

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

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================THIRD SUNDAY-in OT- Yr C

Sat.25th Jan.
The Conversion of St Paul the Apostle, Feast
18:30Tom (Senior) Traynor – RIP
Sun. 26th Jan.
The Word Of GOD
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Nano – RIP
11:00Jansen & Austin
18:30Pierre Numa, Roger & Phillip Guiho – RIP
Mon. 27th Jan.  08:00 
10:00Perry & Lala Garcia 26th Wedding Anniversary
Tue. 28ST Jan.  08:00 
10:00Monica W. Intention
Wed.29th Jan.  08:00Lucy Hazel Intention
10:00Fr Paul RIP
17:00Adoration
Thu. 30th Jan.  08:00Graciela Barba – RIP
10:00Josephine Garcia – RIP
Fri. 31st Jan.  08:00 
12:00 
SAT. 01st Feb  08:00 
09:00Adoration
10:00 
18:30 
SUN. 02nd Feb.  08:00People Of The Parish
09:30 
11:00Piers Gardinier – RIP
18:30Fr Wenna Henry Tiku- 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.  

Funeral Mary Teresa Coughlan – RIP Mon. 27th Jan. at 12.30pm

Please remember the family in your prayers.

Please be aware that we have limited parking spaces available at church.

Fr. Paul Sanders’ 4th  Anniversary: Sat. 1st Feb 25

Mass at 12 noon at St. Margaret church, Carshalton Beeches. Refreshments in the Parish Hall there, after the service. All welcome.

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. , Mass 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.

Donation For Fr Wenna Henry Tiku – RIP Funeral

We have a plate in the porch / sacristy if you wish to donate for the funeral. Thank you for your support and generosity.

Volunteers needed

We need volunteers to:

. help clean the church on Sat. 1st Feb at 10.30am,

. to direct people to St Philomena’s after Mass on Sat 8th Feb.

. help set up the hall, serve food and clean afterwards.

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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.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDY

  Mondays 10th February /24th February at 7.30pm,  Parish hall.  Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

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

Next session Thursday 30th January 7:45pm.

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.

has resumed .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.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION Families

are encouraged to sit at the front, so that children get a good view of the altar.  At all Sunday Masses space will be reserved for them – this will vary from one row to several, according to the number of families expected at each Mass.  The Candidates will take part in the offertory procession.  Please welcome them into our parish community.

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 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.

Archbishop John Wilson new book entitled The Romero Rosary.

With introductory chapters about St Oscar Romero and the rosary, this beautiful and creative new book contains reflections on the traditional mysteries of the rosary (Joy, Light, Sorrow & Glory) and the NEW Romero Mysteries (Charity, Compassion and Mercy, & Justice and Peace) – all illumined for reflection and prayer by the words of St Oscar Romero. The book is available from Pauline Bookshops and online at www.paulineuk.org. The Archbishops warmly invites everyone to the book launch on Wednesday 12 February 2025 at 6.00 for 6.30pm at Amigo Hall, adjacent St George’s Cathedral, Southwark, South London. SE1 7HY.

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

Mon: 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!

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

Jubilee Churches and Shrines in Southwark

The faithful, pilgrims of hope, will be able to obtain the Jubilee Indulgence granted by the Holy Father if they undertake a pious pilgrimage to any sacred Jubilee site. There will be sixteen Designated Jubilee Churches and Shrines in Southwark. Such are to be seen as ‘sacred places of welcome and privileged spaces for the rebirth of hope’. Of these 16, the closest to Carshalton are:

The Cathedral of St George in Southwark; Sacred Heart in Wimbledon; St Ann in Kingston Hill; St Mary’s (Our Lady of Reparation) in West Croydon; St Boniface in Tooting and St Elizabeth in Richmond.

Holy Cross Film Club showing: Casablanca

Parish Centre, 7.45 pm, Friday 14 February

(Doors open/refreshments from 7.30pm

The classic romantic thriller, set in WWII, in which Rick Blaine, a cynical night club owner, makes an excruciating decision.

With Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman . Running time: 102 mins, plus interval Admission Free, No booking required.

For further information email: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

Medjugorje Apostolate Annual Retreat: 7th – 9th March 2025

Kairos Centre, Roehampton, London led by Fr Marinko Šakota OFM Fr Marinko was the parish priest in Medjugorje from 2013 to 2022 having served there as an assistant priest from 2010 to 2013. The retreat is residential but there are places for day participants. For more information please contact Paul Spencer at pilgrimsofmary@hotmail.com or on 07710567183

Piano Lessons

New year, new skill! Are you/ or your child looking to learn to play the piano? I can provide piano lessons on either Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays, up until around 6pm. I am a qualified teacher with 35 years experience as a teacher and school leader. I am also a Catholic schools inspector and hold a current DBS. Also, I play the piano/organ for the 11.00 choir every Sunday. Interested? Call/message me on 07375 464186 or davedep2@hotmail.com Dave Hennessey

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 …

January 19th 2025

SECOND SUNDAY- PEACE DAY

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

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

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================SECOND SUNDAY- PEACE DAY

Sat.18th Jan.
The Blessed Virgin Mary
18:30Berjis Kabir Asad – Health & Personal Intention
Sun. 19th Jan.
Peace Day
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Erica O. Birthday, Blessings & Intentions Adri & Teresa Wells – Thanksgiving Golden Wedding
11:00Haroon Lorgat – RIP
18:30M.Easton Special Intention
Mon. 20th Jan.
St Fabian, Martyr
08:00 
10:00 
Tue. 21ST Jan.
St Agnes, Martyr
08:00 
10:00Annie Connolly – RIP
Wed.22ND Jan.
St Vincent, Martyr
08:00 
10:00Deceased Members Mann Family
17:00Adoration
Thu. 23RD Jan.  08:00 
10:00M. & Mrs N.B Rodrigues – RIP
Fri. 24th Jan.
St Francis De Sales
08:00 
12:00Jennifer Hau –  Intentions
SAT. 25th Jan.
The Conversion of St Paul the Apostle, Feast
08:00 
09:00Adoration
10:00Deacesed Priests Of Holy Cross
18:30Tom (Senior) Traynor – RIP
SUN. 26th Jan.
The Word Of GOD
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Nano – RIP
11:00Jansen & Austin
18:30Pierre Numa, Roger & Phillip Guiho – 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  and Envelopes For 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.

Funeral Mary Teresa Coughlan – RIP Wed. 27th Jan. at 12.30pm

Please remember the family in your prayers.

Please be aware that we have limited parking spaces available at church.

Fr. Paul Sanders’ 4th  Anniversary: Sat. 2nd Feb 25

Mass at 12 noon at St. Margaret church, Carshalton Beeches. Refreshments in the Parish Hall there, after the service. All welcome.

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.

Donation For Fr Wenna Henry Tiku – RIP Funeral

We have a plate in the porch / sacristy if you wish to donate for the funeral. Thank you for your support and generosity.

—————————

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.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDY

  Monday 10th February /24th February at 7.30pm,  Parish hall.

 Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

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

Next session Thursday 23rd January 7:45pm.

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.

has resumed .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.

Archbishop John Wilson new book entitled -The Romero Rosary.

With introductory chapters about St Oscar Romero and the rosary, this beautiful and creative new book contains reflections on the traditional mysteries of the rosary (Joy, Light, Sorrow & Glory) and the NEW Romero Mysteries (Charity, Compassion and Mercy, & Justice and Peace) – all illumined for reflection and prayer by the words of St Oscar Romero. The book is available from Pauline Bookshops and online at www.paulineuk.org. The Archbishops warmly invites everyone to the book launch on Wednesday 12 February 2025 at 6.00 for 6.30pm at Amigo Hall, adjacent St George’s Cathedral, Southwark, South London. SE1 7HY.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group 9am-10.15am

Mon: 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!

CATENIANS QUIZ AND WINE & CHEESE SOCIAL EVENING:  

This event run by the Sutton Circle of the Catenians will take place in the Parish Centre on Friday 24th January at 7pm. All are welcome to this friendly, social evening. Cost £15 includes all food and drink for the evening.  To book, go to bernardmarley@outlook.com

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

Jubilee Churches and Shrines in Southwark

The faithful, pilgrims of hope, will be able to obtain the Jubilee Indulgence granted by the Holy Father if they undertake a pious pilgrimage to any sacred Jubilee site. There will be sixteen Designated Jubilee Churches and Shrines in Southwark. Such are to be seen as ‘sacred places of welcome and privileged spaces for the rebirth of hope’. Of these 16, the closest to Carshalton are:

The Cathedral of St George in Southwark, Sacred Heart in Wimbledon, St Ann in Kingston Hill, St Mary’s (Our Lady of Reparation) in West Croydon, St Boniface in Tooting and St Elizabeth in Richmond.

Piano Lessons

New year, new skill! Are you/ or your child looking to learn to play the piano? I can provide piano lessons on either Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays, up until around 6pm. I am a qualified teacher with 35 years experience as a teacher and school leader. I am also a Catholic schools inspector and hold a current DBS. Also, I play the piano/organ for the 11.00 choir every Sunday. Interested? Call/message me on 07375 464186 or davedep2@hotmail.com. Dave Hennessey

 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 …

January 12th 2025

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

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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THE BAPTISM OF THE LORD

Sat.11th Jan.18:30Fitzroy Henry & Kenneth Martindale – RIP
Sun. 12th Jan.
The Baptism Of The Lord
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30 
11:00Gregorgy Draper – 40th BD & Wellbeing
18:30Healing Carding Family
Mon. 13th Jan.
St Hilary
08:00Charlotte Theriault Wellbeing
10:00 
Tue. 14th Jan.
St Raymond Of Penyafort
08:00 
10:00Martin McDonagh – RIP
Wed. 15th Jan.  08:00 
10:00Sabastian Pereira – RIP
17:00Adoration
Thu. 16th Jan.  08:00Maeve D. Intentions
10:00Cenry D’Mello Wellbeing
Fri. 17th Jan.
St Anthony
08:00 
12:00Thanksgiving D’Mello & D’Silva Families
SAT. 18th Jan.
The Blessed Virgin Mary
08:00 
09:00Adoration
10:00Father Patrick (Paddy) Cannon RIP
18:30 
SUN. 19th Jan.
Peace Day
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Erica O. Birthday, Blessings & Intentions Adri & Teresa Wells – Thanksgiving Golden Wedding
11:00Haroon 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 …

January 5th 2025

THE EPIPHANY 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

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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THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD

Sat.04th Jan.
The Beatified Martyrs Of The Diocese
18:30Fr Wenna Henry Tiku – RIP
Sun. 05th Jan.
The Epiphany Of The Lord
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30 
11:00Ross De Souza – RIP
18:30Healing J.p McDonald
Mon. 06th Jan.  08:00Ebube O. Birthday Intentions & Blessings
10:00 
Tue. 07th Jan.
St Raymond Of Penyafort
08:00 
10:00 
Wed. 08th Jan.  08:00Michael Dolan – RIP
10:00 
17:00Adoration
Thu. 09th Jan.  08:00 
10:00Norman Crosdale – RIP
Fri. 10th Jan.  08:00 
12:00Thanksgiving to St Anthony- D’Silva
SAT. 11th Jan.  08:00 
09:00Adoration
10:00 
18:30Fitzroy Henry & Kenneth Martindale – RIP
SUN. 12th Jan.
The Baptism Of The Lord
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30 
11:00Gregorgy Draper – 40th BD & Wellbeing
18:30Healing Carding 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.  

THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD : Solemnity

It is a Holyday of Obligation.

Fr Vincent : Annual vacation from the 6th January to 6th February

Masses will be covered by various priests from the Diocese.

Please note that we will not be able to sign school forms in the absence of Fr Vincent.

THANKS FROM THE CLERGY For The Kind CHRISTMAS Cards &  Gifts

Our clergy received many Christmas gifts & cards and wish to give thanks to parishioners for their kindness. Please accept this as their personal ‘THANK YOU’.

Fr Vincent, Fr. Philip and Fr. Luke and Deacon Sandy.

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.

CRIB Collections 2024 – We encourage you this year again to make Crib offerings for the Catholic Children’s Society, local homeless organisations, or charities, or the Friends of the Holy Land which supports our brothers and sisters who are suffering the land of Our Lord. Further details about the appeal of the Friends of the Holy Land can be found at www.friendsoftheholyland.org.uk

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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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)

sessions resume on Thursday 9th January when we will look at the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation.

For more information, please get in touch with Kathy: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

We will resume in 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.

 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Service – Tues. 21st Jan 25 at 7.30 pm

Holy Cross Church will be hosting the Unity Service. Please make a note of the date and further details will follow after Christmas.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9am- 10.15

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.

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.

Job Vacancies:

Community Food Shop Manager  and Operations Assistant.

Please contact: Operations@ suttoncommunityworks.org

Prayer to Mary

Mother, help our faith!

Open our ears to hear God’s word and to recognize his voice and call.

Awaken in us a desire to follow in his footsteps, to go forth from our own land and to receive his promise.

Help us to be touched by his love, that we may touch him in faith.

Help us to entrust ourselves fully to him and to believe in his love, especially at times of trial, beneath the shadow of the cross, when our faith is called to mature.

Sow in our faith the joy of the Risen One.

Remind us that those who believe are never alone.

Teach us to see all things with the eyes of Jesus, that he may be light for our path. And may this light of faith always increase in us, until the dawn of that undying day which is Christ himself, your Son, our Lord!        – Pope Francis

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention Dec.: For Pilgrims Of HOPE.

Let us pray that this Jubilee strengthen us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst of our lives, transforming us into pilgrims of Christian hope. 

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 …

December 29th 2024

THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Assistant Priest Fr. Vincent Okon

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.

======================================================THE HOLY FAMILY OF JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH

Sat.28th Dec.
The Holy Innocents, Martyrs, Feast
18:30Thanksgiving Kone & Thon Families
Sun. 29th Dec.
The Holy Family Of Jesus, Mary & Joseph, Feast
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Susan Marchant – RIP
11:00Leo Fernandes – RIP
18:30Jennifer Hau – Intentions
Mon. 30th Dec.  08:00 
10:00Gabrielle Guiho- Intentions
Tue. 31st Dec.  08:00 
10:00Nano – RIP  
23:00Family Guiho – Intentions
Wed. 01st Jan
Mary, The Holy Mother Of GOD
08:00Julia Ward – RIP
10:00Tom Ward – RIP
17:00No Adoration
19:30Marie Norbury – Birthday Intention
Thu. 02nd Jan
Ss Basil The Great & Gregory Nazianzen
08:00 
10:00Berjis K. Asad- Good Health
Fri. 03rd Jan.  08:00 
12:00Mary, Carmel & Ann Davey- Good Health
SAT. 04th Jan.  08:00 
09:00Adoration
10:00Eileen Coyle – Good Health
18:30 
SUN. 05th Jan.
The Epiphany Of The Lord
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30 
11:00Ross De Souza – RIP
18:30Healing J.p McDonald
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.  

Fr Vincent is taking his annual leave from the 6th January to 6th February.

New Year’s Eve Mass

After 11pm Mass, we will have a drink to welcome in the New Year

CRIB Collections 2024 – We encourage you this year again to make Crib offerings for the Catholic Children’s Society, local homeless organisations, or charities, or the Friends of the Holy Land which supports our brothers and sisters who are suffering the land of Our Lord. Further details about the appeal of the Friends of the Holy Land can be found at www.friendsoftheholyland.org.uk

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.

Funeral Anna Caruana – RIP – Thursday 2nd Jan. at 11am

Please remember the family in your prayers.

Please be aware that we have limited parking spaces available at church.

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THANK YOU: We, the Priests, Fr Vincent, Fr. Philip and Fr. Luke, take this opportunity to wish you and all your families a very Happy Christmas and blessings for the New Year 2025.

We would like to wish everyone a Merry and Happy Christmas. May the coming of our Redeemer bring peace and joy to you and your family and loved ones.

Allow me to thank you all for belonging to the Church of the Holy Cross and for all that you have done to make this a thriving and welcoming Parish.

Thanks to everyone and for your participation and involvement in the life of the Parish. I would wish to acknowledge the contribution made by the different groups and volunteers in the Parish. Thanks to all the Catechists of the different Sacramental Programmes, the Bible Study Group, the Marriage Counselling and Preparation, the Children’s Liturgy Team, the Sacristans, the MC and Altar Servers, the Lectors and Readers, the Extra-ordinary Ministers of the Eucharist.

A special thanks to our Choirs : Folk Choir , 11 am Mass Choir and the small dedicated Choirs that sing at the 6.30 pm Saturday &  Sunday. You have all made our Liturgy very lively and help us to pray better.

To our Stewards and welcoming Team, the Safeguarding Representatives, those who help with the Counting, Flower arrangements, the Cleaners in the Church, the Hall and the Presbytery, the Toddler Group, the UCM and those who help with the provision of Tea, Coffee and Refreshments, we are indeed very grateful for your service to the Parish Community.

Thanks to the Parish Pastoral, the Parish Finance Committee, for your dedicated service in managing our resources so that Parish can operate and run its activities.

We would like to wish everyone a happy and blessed New Year. God be with you.

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)

sessions resume on Thursday 9th January when we will look at the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation.

For more information, please get in touch with Kathy: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

We will resume in 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.

 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Service – Tues. 21st Jan 25 at 7.30 pm

Holy Cross Church will be hosting the Unity Service. Please make a note of the date and further details will follow after Christmas.

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.

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.

Job Vacancies:

Community Food Shop Manager  and Operations Assistant.

Please contact: Operations@ suttoncommunityworks.org

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention Dec.: For Pilgrims Of HOPE.

Let us pray that this Jubilee strengthen us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst of our lives, transforming us into pilgrims of Christian hope. 

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 …

December 22nd 2024

FOURTH SUNDAY Of ADVENT- Yr.C

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Assistant Priest Fr. Vincent Okon

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.

======================================================FOURTH SUNDAY Of ADVENT- Yr.C

Sat.21st Dec.18:30Joao D’Silva – RIP
Sun. 22nd Dec.
Day Of Prayer For Expectant Mothers
08:00Maria O’Shea – RIP
09:30Maureen Boyd – RIP
11:00David Evered – RIP
18:30People Of The Parish
Mon. 23rd Dec.  08:00 
10:00Mary Dolan – Better Health
Tue. 24th Dec. Christmas Eve08:00 
16:00Brian Flannery – RIP
20:00Tom & Theresa Flynn, Jean Arnott, Rodolfo Iuliano – RIP
00:00Martin & Annie McDonagh Mary Traynor – BD Intention
Wed. 25th Dec.
The Nativity Of The Lord
08:00 
09:30Thomas Anderson
11:00Bernard & Rose McDonagh Natividad A. Richards – Thanksgiving
17:00No Adoration & No Evening Mass
Thu. 26th Dec.
St Stephen, Martyr, Feast
08:00 
10:00Altar Servers Of The Parish – Intentions
Fri. 27th Dec.
St John, Apostle, Feast
08:00 
12:00Joseph Connolly- RIP
SAT. 28th Dec.
The Holy Innocents, Martyrs, Feast
08:00 
09:00Adoration
10:00Holy Souls
18:30Thanksgiving Kone & Thon Families
SUN. 29th Dec.
The Holy Family Of Jesus, Mary & Joseph, Feast
08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Susan Marchant – RIP
11:00Leo Fernandes – RIP
18:30Jennifer Hau – Intentions Gabrielle Guiho – Intentions
Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm
Confession before Christmas: Saturday 21st Dec. from 10:30am to 1pm 
Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am
Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am.  

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Solemnity and Holyday of Obligation.

Cards For Christmas and New Year’s Services

Please take one Service Card giving information regarding Christmas and New Year Masses. It is available on the table in the Porch. Thank you.

Carols Preceding the Vigil Mass:

Singing Christmas carols precedes the 8pm Vigil Mass on 24th Dec.

CRIB Collections 2024 – We encourage you this year again to make Crib offerings for the Catholic Children’s Society, local homeless organisations, or charities, or the Friends of the Holy Land which supports our brothers and sisters who are suffering the land of Our Lord. Further details about the appeal of the Friends of the Holy Land can be found at www.friendsoftheholyland.org.uk

CHRISTMAS OFFERING ENVELOPES AVAILABLE

The Christmas Envelopes, which are by the newsletters, are used for the collection at Masses on Christmas Day, which is the traditional ‘Thank You’ collection by parishioners to the priests of their parish for their work and service. Priests here receive no salary whatsoever for their work and depend on the generosity of parishioners for their personal income. Thank you very much for your continued support. We wish you a peaceful and blessed Christmas season.

THANK YOU:

We, the Priests, Fr Vincent, Fr. Philip and Fr. Luke, take this opportunity to wish you and all your families a very Happy Christmas and blessings for the New Year 2025.

We would like to wish everyone a Merry and Happy Christmas. May the coming of our Redeemer bring peace and joy to you and your family and loved ones. Allow me to thank you all for belonging to the Church of the Holy Cross and for all that you have done to make this a thriving and welcoming Parish.

Thanks to everyone and for your participation and involvement in the life of the Parish. I would wish to acknowledge the contribution made by the different groups and volunteers in the Parish. Thanks to all the Catechists of the different Sacramental Programmes, the Bible Study Group, the Marriage Counselling and Preparation, the Children’s Liturgy Team, the Sacristans, the MC and Altar Servers, the Lectors and Readers, the Extra-ordinary Ministers of the Eucharist.

A special thanks to our Choirs : Folk Choir , 11 am Mass Choir and the small dedicated Choirs that sing at the 6.30 pm Saturday &  Sunday. You have all made our Liturgy very lively and help us to pray better.

To our Stewards and welcoming Team, the Safeguarding Representative, those who help with the Flower arrangements, the Cleaners in the Church, the Hall and the Presbytery, the Toddler Group, the UCM and those who help with the provision of Tea, Coffee and Refreshments, we are indeed very grateful for your service to the Parish Community.

Thanks to the Parish Pastoral, the Parish Finance Committee, for your dedicated service in managing our resources so that Parish can operate and run its activities.

We would like to wish everyone a happy and blessed New Year. God be with 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.

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)

sessions resume on Thursday 9th January when we will look at the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation.

For more information, please get in touch with Kathy: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy GroupSunday 9.30 am Mass.

We will resume in 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.

 **Simbang Gabi Novena Masses!**

We warmly invite you to participate in a special Novena of Masses from Dec.16 to Dec. 24, held every evening at 7:30 PM at St. Teresa’s, Morden. ‘Simbang Gabi’ is a cherished nine-day devotional series of Masses in preparation for Christmas. Join our Filipino community in these joyful celebrations! The Mass will be conducted in English, followed by a delightful sharing of Filipino foods/drinks in the parish hall. Everyone is welcome!

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Service – Tues. 21st Jan 25 at 7.30 pm

Holy Cross Church will be hosting the Unity Service. Please make a note of the date and further details will follow after Christmas.

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.

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.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention Dec.: For Pilgrims Of HOPE.

Let us pray that this Jubilee strengthen us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst of our lives, transforming us into pilgrims of Christian hope. 

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, 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 …

December 15th 2024

THIRD SUNDAY Of ADVENT- Yr.C

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Assistant Priest Fr. Vincent Okon

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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Sat. 14th Dec.
St John Of The Cross
18:30Gail & David Swann – RIP
Sun. 15th Dec. Gaudete Sunday08:00People Of The Parish
09:30Deceased Members Of Kathy & David Ball Family
11:00Joseph Fernandes – RIP
18:30Elizabeth & Fred Weir – RIP
Mon. 16th Dec.  08:00 
10:00Fr Augustine Chigodora – RIP
19:30Thanksgiving St Anthony- D’Silva Family
Tue. 17th Dec.  08:00 
10:00Fr Wenna Henry – RIP
Wed. 18th Dec.  08:00 
10:00Samuel Theriault  & Family-  Intentions
17:00No Adoration
18:30Fr Luke Thangsgiving Mass
Thu. 19th Dec.  08:00 
10:00Fr Wenna Henry – RIP
Fri. 20th Dec.  08:00 
12:00Maria O’Shea – RIP
SAT. 21st Dec.  08:00 
09:00Adoration
10:00Carolyne Traynor – RIP
18:30Joao D’Silva – RIP
SUN. 22nd Dec.
Day Of Prayer For Expectant Mothers
08:00Maria O’Shea – RIP
09:30Maureen Boyd – RIP
11:00David Evered – RIP
18:30 
Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm Confession before Christmas: Saturday 21st Dec. from 10:30am to 1pm 
Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am.  

Fr Wenna Henry Tiku – RIP

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our much-loved Parish Priest, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku. He passed peacefully in St Helier Hospital on Wed. 11 Dec. 24.  He was surrounded by some of his closest parishioner friends and his brother Priests, Frs Philip and Vincent, from whom he had just received the Sacrament of the Sick. Fr Henry had been ill for some considerable time and had spent extended periods in hospital, and he bore his sufferings with fortitude and good humour. We grieve his passing but celebrate his return to his heavenly home and thank God for the blessing of his ministry. May he rest in peace. We have now gained an intercessor in Heaven.

Cards For Christmas and New Year’s Services

Please take one Service Card giving information regarding Christmas and New Year Masses. It is available on the table in the Porch. Thank you.

Second Collection This Weekend For Fr Luke

On the occasion Of Fr Luke’s 70th Ordination Anniversary and his 96th Birthday, we will have a collection for him at all masses this weekend.

Thank you for your generosity and prayers.

Fr Luke’s 96th Birthday Thanksgiving Mass – 18th December 6.30pm

Please join with Archbishop John Wilson and the Sutton Clergy to celebrate with Fr Luke this special occasion. Refreshments in the hall after Mass. All welcome.

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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.

The annual Advent Carol Service : Sun. 15 Dec. 2024

Will take place in the Church at 4.00pm. All are welcome to come and join in the singing, and in the Parish Centre afterwards for Mulled Wine and Mince Pies.’

Carols Preceding the Vigil Mass:

Singing Christmas carols precedes the 8pm Vigil Mass on 24th December

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

BIBLE STUDY MealAn invitation – All Welcome.

 A meal embedded in Scripture in preparation for Christmas.  Monday 16th Dec. at 7.30pm, Parish hall. ‘In radical contrast to the disobedience of the first Eve, who prompted Adam to bring sin into the world, the Blessed Virgin Mary, the New Eve, co-operated with God to bring about the remedy for sin and win for everyone the possibility of redemption.’ (Didache commentary). Please bring food of your choice to share . Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

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

sessions resume on Thursday 9th January when we will look at the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation.

If interested please get in touch with Kathy: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Rite of Welcome Sunday 15th December – 9:30 Mass

We will celebrate the Rite of Welcome for our Journey in Faith group during Mass.This short rite is their first formal and public step on their way to becoming Catholics. Please pray for Kimberly, Chika and Lorraine.

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

The Children’s Liturgy is running till this Sun 15th Dec. before we break off for the Christmas holidays. We will resume in 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.

 **Simbang Gabi Novena Masses!**

We warmly invite you to participate in a special Novena of Masses from Dec.16 to Dec. 24, held every evening at 7:30 PM at St. Teresa’s, Morden. ‘Simbang Gabi’ is a cherished nine-day devotional series of Masses in preparation for Christmas. Join our Filipino community in these joyful celebrations! The Mass will be conducted in English, followed by a delightful sharing of Filipino foods/drinks in the parish hall. Everyone is welcome!

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Service – Tues. 21st Jan 25 at 7.30 pm

Holy Cross Church will be hosting the Unity Service. Please make a note of the date and further details will follow after Christmas.

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

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!

CRIB Collections 2024

We encourage you this year again to make Crib offerings for the Catholic Children’s Society, local homeless organisations, or charities, or the Friends of the Holy Land which supports our brothers and sisters who are suffering the land of Our Lord. Further details about the appeal of the Friends of the Holy Land can be found at www.friendsoftheholyland.org.uk

PACT – High Down Visits Centre Holy Cross Christmas Toy Appeal

Our annual Christmas Toy Appeal aims to make Christmas magic for the children whose Mothers are in prison by giving a Christmas gift to their child. Please bring your toys to the Parish before the 15th of December; Please also label them with age appropriateness. With your help, we can make the festive period a little brighter for families.Thank you.

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

Praying the Mass with Archbishop John:

Advent is a time people return to Mass, sometimes after many years – for others Mass is the cornerstone of their spiritual lives. To help people, wherever they are on their spiritual journey, connect more prayerfully with the Lord Jesus, Archbishop John has recorded a message (tinyurl.com/prayingthemass) which guides us on how to pray through the Mass. Archbishop John said: ‘the Eucharist is at the very heart of the Mass, but also the Church. It is an invitation from the Lord Jesus to participate in His sacrifice’.

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.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention Dec.: For Pilgrims Of HOPE.

Let us pray that this Jubilee strengthen us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst of our lives, transforming us into pilgrims of Christian hope.                                                                                               

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, 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 …
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