Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Newsletter2-Nov.-fin.pdf

SOLEMNITY OF ALL SAINTS

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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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SOLEMNITY OF ALL SAINTS

Sat. 01ST NOV. The Blessed Virgin Mary	18:30	Maria O’Shea – RIP Africa Sanz- Daza – RIP
Sun. 02nd NOV. All Saints	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Maria & Dominic Tran – RIP
	11:00	John Stacey – RIP
	18:30	Oonagh Bulaitis – RIP Luc Abel & Alain Derillon – RIP
Mon. 03rd Nov. The Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed           (All Souls Day)	08:00
	10:00	All Souls
	19:30	Mireille Bernadac – BD Intentions
Tue. 04th Nov. St Charles Borromeo	08:00
	10:00	Deceased Parishioners Of Holy Cross
Wed. 05th Nov.	08:00
	10:00	Deceased Members Of D. Peacok & Pinto Families
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Deceased Members Of M. Webb Family
Thu. 06th Nov.	08:00
	10:00	Bridget McDonagh – BD Intentions
Fri. 07th Nov. The Dedication of the Cathedral Church of St George, Feast	08:00
	12:00	Deceased Members Of Matthew, Teresa & Joseph – Tran, Nguyen, Bên, Families
SAT. 08th Nov. St Willibrord	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Holy Souls
	18:30	People Of The Parish
SUN. 09th Nov. The Dedication of The Lateran Basilica Remembrance Day	08:00	Duncan Cameron – RIP- 20th Anniversary
	09:30	Dead of Two World Wars
	11:00	Sheila Cruickshank – Wellbeing
	18:30	Noelette Rassoundron – 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-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

Monday 03^rd November 2025 : All Souls

We will have Mass at 8am, 10am and 7.30pm

BLESSING OF GRAVES AT BANDON HILL CEMETERY

Sunday 09^th November 2025 at 3.00 pm. There will be a short service outside the chapel. Following it, Fr Vincent will be available to bless individual graves of any relatives or friends of parishioners who are buried there . Those who visit a cemetery between 1st and 8^th November and pray for the faithful departed may obtain a plenary indulgence applicable to the holy souls.

Second Collection Next Weekend For The Archbishop’s Appeal

The Archbishop’s Appeal is a Diocesan second collection that funds key areas of ministry: Youth and Evangelisation, Our Faith in Action (Caritas) and Clergy Care and Formation. Your support will enable the Archdiocese of Southwark to support innovative projects taking place within Catholic parishes and Schools throughout South London and Kent that seek to invest Faith, Hope and Love into the communities they serve. Please be generous. Every gift is welcome. Find out more, or donate online: www.rcaos.org.uk/archbishops-appeal

Holy Souls – November – Month of Remembrance:

Mass envelopes are available at the back of the Church for parishioners. You write the names of your deceased relatives and friends on the envelope and put your offering for the Holy Souls in the envelopes. The names of the Holy Souls have been placed before the Altar and will be remembered during the month of November.

Stanley Bewick – RIP

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Stanley Bewick ( Monica’s husband). The funeral will be on 24^th  November at 12 noon here at Holy Cross.  Condolences to her family and friends.

 A Call for Actors

If you enjoy acting and would like to join the cast of this year’s Nativity play ( 7-16 Years old), please contact the parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Also if you have unwanted costume in a very good condition you would like to give away, please bring it to the Office. Thank you.

CONFIRMATION – 1^st Meeting for Parents & Candidates: 4 Nov. @ 7pm

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

Parish Quiz Night: Friday 7^th November-7 p.m

You are welcome to test your knowledge at the Holy Cross Quiz Night .

Entry is only £2 with prizes for the winners.

Bring your own refreshments but tea and coffee will be provided at the interval. Come along to join teams of six to eight people. Email the Parish office if you want to reserve a table or contact Alex: faircloth@hotmail.co.uk

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Monday 24 November at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information contact Cherryl carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass

The Children’s Liturgy Group is taking a break for the half term holidays, and will resume on 9^th Nov 2025.

Mark your calendars for a Fall Bake Sale after the 9.30am Mass on Sun 16 November 2025. Thank you for your support!  Please contact Esme through the Parish Office if you can contribute or volunteer. carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

A Day With Mary – Holy Cross – 22^nd November

This year we are hosting for the first time A Day With Mary.

The program is already in the porch, please share with family & Friends.

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

Mon: 3^rd Nov/ 1^st Dec.

Holy Cross playgroup is still on. Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you!

We need more volunteers to lead or support the playgroup. Please contact the Parish Office at carshalton@rcaos.org.uk as soon as possible if you are able to volunteer. Thank you.

CAFOD: Supporting the people of Gaza after the ceasefire

Following the ceasefire in Gaza, our support and prayers are needed more than ever. CAFOD’s Church partners, working with great courage, continue to bring food, shelter, medical care and comfort to families in need. Let us respond with love and generosity – please give today and pray for lasting peace. cafod.org.uk/middle-east

Repository / Gift Shop:

New Stock of Advent, Christmas Cards & 2026 Calendars, and Baptism, FHC,  Confirmation Cards have arrived. Visit the Repository. Saturday eve. and Sundays.

St Mary’s School – Open Day Dates  

Please see the notice board.

Dolce Sei

A concert at All Saints’ next month. Dolce Sei is a chamber choir of now ex Lincoln University music students, including Ceridwen. Much of the music will fit the theme of Remembrance (it’s the Saturday after 11 November). As usual for All Saints’, there will be a bar during the interval. Tickets are available through the website, or on the door.

Church Cleaning

Wednesdays after 10am Mass and Fridays after 8am Mass . New volunteers welcome.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention November: ‘For the prevention of suicide.

Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care, and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently,Bridgid Murphy, Maria Leggett, Margaret Morton, Doreen Mary Charlish, Pat Flannery, Mama Anie Dona, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, …   Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Catherine Main – Ian,Louis Mann, Pat Walmsley, Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan, Kathleen Brown, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Doris D’Souza, Clara Pinto…

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Newsletter26-Oct-final.pdf

THIRTIETH SUNDAY O.T (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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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THIRTIETH SUNDAY O.T (C)

Sat. 25th Oct. The Blessed Virgin Mary The Forty Martyrs Canonized	18:30	Marjorie Alexander – Feveck  RIP Anne Marie Kone – RIP
Sun. 26th Oct.	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Mary Fallon & Sheila Birgherten – RIP
	11:00	Rita Mae Waugh – RIP
	18:30	E. Mcdonald
Mon. 27th Oct.	08:00
	10:00	Rose McDonald – Year Special Intentions
Tue. 28th Oct. Ss ‡ Simon and ‡ Jude, Apostles, Feast	08:00
	10:00	Lorenzo Fecci – RIP
Wed. 29th Oct.	08:00
	10:00	Rita Mae Waugh – RIP
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	DÉsirÉ Numa – Health Intentions
Thu. 30th Oct.	08:00
	10:00	Bernard & Rose – RIP
Fri. 31st Oct.	08:00
	12:00	Piedade Borges & Libania Fernandes – RIP
SAT. 01st Nov. The Blessed Virgin Mary	08:00	Carroll’s Family Tree
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Michael Percy Newbold – RIP
	18:30
SUN. 02nd Nov. All Saints	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30
	11:00	John Stacey – RIP
	18:30	Oonagh Bulaitis – 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-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

The ROSARY In October: those who recite five decades of the Rosary may gain a plenary indulgence daily; in other circumstances a partial indulgence. A partial indulgence may be obtained daily by reciting the Litany of Loreto and the Prayer to Saint Joseph. Rosary every day before 10am Mass.

The clocks go back this Sunday 26 October

Funeral Thomas O’Connor – RIP- Thursday 30^th October 12.30pm

Please remember the family in your prayers.

BLESSING OF GRAVES AT BANDON HILL CEMETERY

This will take place on Sunday 09^th November 2025 at 3.00 pm. There will be a short service outside the chapel.Following it, clergy will be available to bless individual graves of any relatives or friends of parishioners who are buried there . Those who visit a cemetery between 1st and 8^th November and pray for the faithful departed may obtain a plenary indulgence applicable to the holy souls.

 A Call for Actors

If you enjoy acting and would like to join the cast of this year’s Nativity play ( 7-16 Years old), please contact the parish Office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Also if you have unwanted costume in a very good condition you would like to give away, please bring it to the Office. Thank you.

CONFIRMATION Registration – 1^st Meeting for Parents and Candidates:  4 November @ 7pm

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

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Monday 27^th Oct. at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information contact Cherryl carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass

The Children’s Liturgy Group is taking a break for the half term holidays, and will resume on 9th Nov 2025.

Mark your calendars for a Fall Bake Sale after the 9.30am Mass on Sun 16 November 2025. Thank you for your support!  Please contact Esme through the Parish Office if you can contribute or volunteer. carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) .

Sessions take place every THURSDAY at 7:30 pm in the parish centre. If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

A Day With Mary – Holy Cross – 22^nd November

This year we are hosting for the first time A Day With Mary.

Parish Quiz Night: Friday 7^th November-7 p.m

You are welcome to test your knowledge at the Holy Cross Quiz Night .

Entry is only £2 with prizes for the winners.

Bring your own refreshments but tea and coffee will be provided at the interval. Come along to join teams of six to eight people. Email the Parish office if you want to reserve a table or contact Alex: faircloth@hotmail.co.uk

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 3^rd November

We urgently need more volunteers to run this important group.

Since 2022, the Holy Cross Playgroup has been a valuable asset for many families in our Parish and the surrounding area.

We urgently need volunteers to lead or support the playgroup. Without the required number of volunteers. Please contact the Parish Office at carshalton@rcaos.org.uk as soon as possible if you are able to volunteer.

Deanery Meeting- Saturday 1st November,11:00am to 1:00pm

The Autumn meeting of the Sutton Deanery will be held at St Elphege’s Church Hall  (Parish Mass at 10am) . The new version of the Bishop’s document, “Love the Stranger” suitable for Schools, Youth Groups, Parents and Parish Groups will be introduced by Victoria Firth from the Jesuit Refugee Service. Car parking available & Buses 157 &154 stop outside the Church.

CAFOD: Supporting the people of Gaza after the ceasefire

Following the ceasefire in Gaza, our support and prayers are needed more than ever. CAFOD’s Church partners, working with great courage, continue to bring food, shelter, medical care and comfort to families in need. Let us respond with love and generosity – please give today and pray for lasting peace. cafod.org.uk/middle-east

Sutton Anticipated Sunday Mass (Cantonese & English)

廣東話及英語主日提前彌撒

Mass time will change from 3:00 pm to 2:30 pm.

彌撒將由3:00pm改為2:30pm，即提早半小時舉行。

The next Mass will be at 2:30 pm on Saturday, 1 November.

下次將於11月1日（星期六）下午2:30舉行

Repository / Gift Shop:

New Stock of Advent, Christmas Cards & 2026 Calendars, and Baptism, FHC,  Confirmation Cards have arrived. Visit the Repository. Saturday eve. and Sundays.

St Mary’s – Open Day Dates  

Please see the notice board

CHRISTMAS CONCERT at St. Cecilias Church – Sunday 14^th December 

As part of the Christmas celebrations for our community, we will be holding a  Concert at St. Cecilias Church . We are inviting choir groups from some of the local schools and churches to take part in  this celebration and we would be honoured if your Church Choir  would join us and perform 2/3 songs of their choice .  These can be from any genre of music – not confined to hymns/Christmas Carols – in fact the greater the variety of music the better !!

The concert will start at 5 p.m. and finish at 6.30 p.m. followed by refreshments.

If your Choir would like to be part of this special event , I would be grateful if you could contact me via email :   toomeymarie@gmail.com  to confirm .

Dolce Sei

A concert at All Saints’ next month. Dolce Sei is a chamber choir of now ex Lincoln University music students, including Ceridwen. Much of the music will fit the theme of Remembrance (it’s the Saturday after 11 November). As usual for All Saints’, there will be a bar during the interval. Tickets are available through the website, or on the door.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention October: ‘For collaboration between different religious traditions.

Let us pray that believers in different religious traditions might work together to defend and promote peace, justice, and human fraternity.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Margaret Morton, Doreen Mary Charlish, Pat Flannery, Mama Anie Dona, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, …   Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Catherine Main – Ian,Louis Mann, Pat Walmsley, Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan, Kathleen Brown, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza, Clara Pinto…

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Newsletter19-Oct-final.pdf

TWENTY-NINTH SUNDAY O.T (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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. 18th Oct. St Luke, Evangelist, Feast	18:30	Mariano & Alicia Chua – RIP
Sun. 19th Oct. World Mission Day, Day of Prayer for the evangelization of the world	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Pat Flannery – RIP
	11:00	Anthony Mc Donnel
	18:30	Nicky Payne – RIP
Mon. 20th Oct.	08:00	Noel Anthony Rodrigues – RIP
	10:00	Doris & her Sons & Families
Tue. 21st Oct. St Margaret Clitherow, Martyr	08:00
	10:00	Julie Smith Physical Healing
Wed. 22nd Oct. St John Paul II, Pope	08:00
	10:00	Doris & Her Grandchildren
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Acidiri Kennedy, Rev. Acema Patrick & Opio Washington – RIP
Thu. 23rd Oct. St Saint John of Capistrano	08:00
	10:00	David & Tess Goldband – RIP
Fri. 24th Oct. St Anthony Mary Claret	08:00	Bernard Joseph McDonagh – RIP
	12:00	Patrick William O’Doherty – RIP
SAT. 25th Oct. The Blessed Virgin Mary. The Forty Martyrs canonized	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Aurita, Felix, John , Sanjay Fernandes – RIP
	18:30	Marjorie Alexander – Feveck  RIP Anne Marie Kone – RIP
SUN. 26th Oct.	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Mary Fallon & Sheila Brigherten – RIP
	11:00	Rita Mae Waugh – RIP
	18:30	E. 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-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

The ROSARY In October: those who recite five decades of the Rosary may gain a plenary indulgence daily; in other circumstances a partial indulgence. A partial indulgence may be obtained daily by reciting the Litany of Loreto and the Prayer to Saint Joseph. Rosary every day before 10am Mass.

Second Collection this Weekend For Missio ( World Mission Sunday)

A second collection will take place to show our support of the missionaries and faith communities  facing hardship for example, Sister Regina in Myanmar. One of the inspiring aspects of World Mission Sunday is that every parish around the world prays for, and financially supports, our global Church. Donations are large or small depending on individual circumstances but we stand in solidarity.

Margaret Morton – RIP

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Margaret Morton

( Ted’s wife). Condolences to her family and friends.

Funeral Patrick Flannery – RIP- 21^st October 12.00 noon

Please remember the family in your prayers.

CONFIRMATION Registration –

1^st Meeting for Parents and Candidates:  4 November @ 7pm

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

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Monday 27^th Oct. at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information contact Cherryl carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass

Mark your calendars for a Fall Bake Sale after the 9.30am Mass on Sun 16 November 2025. Thank you for your support!  Please contact Esme through the Parish Office if you can contribute or volunteer. carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) .

Sessions take place every THURSDAY at 7:30 pm in the parish centre. If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Youth Group Mass(12-17y)  Sunday 19th Oct.

We have our Youth Group Mass at 11am. Please join us after in the hall.This coming session there will a selection of pizzas and salad for lunch This will be followed by a team faith-based treasure hunt.

Parish Quiz Night: Friday 7^th November-7 p.m

A Parish Quiz Night will be held in the Parish Centre. Entry is £2 with Prizes for the winners! Save the Date

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group

We urgently need more volunteers to run this important group.

Since 2022, the Holy Cross Playgroup has been a valuable asset for many families in our Parish and the surrounding area.

We urgently need volunteers to lead or support the playgroup. Without the required number of volunteers (with the necessary DBS clearance), we will unfortunately have to suspend the group. Please contact the Parish Office at carshalton@rcaos.org.uk as soon as possible if you are able to volunteer.

Deanery Meeting– Saturday 1st November,11:00am to 1:00pm

The Autumn meeting of the Sutton Deanery will be held at St Elphege’s Church Hall  (Parish Mass at 10am) . The new version of the Bishop’s document, “Love the Stranger” suitable for Schools, Youth Groups, Parents and Parish Groups will be introduced by Victoria Firth from the Jesuit Refugee Service. Car parking available & Buses 157 &154 stop outside the Church.

Holy Cross Film Club showing Chariots of Fire

Parish Centre 7.45 pm, Friday 24 Oct., Refreshments : 7.30 pm

Two British track athletes, one a determined Jew and the other a devout Christian, are driven to win in the 1924 Olympics as they wrestle with issues of pride and conscience. With Nicholas Farrell and Nigel Havers.

Running time: 2 hrs 5 mins, plus interval. Admission Free, no booking required.

For further information email: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

Churches Together in Carshalton, Coffee Morning: Sat. 25th Oct. 10 am

An invitation to a Coffee morning at Carshalton Methodist Church, Ruskin Road to learn about the work of Embrace the Middle East. The charity works with partner Christians to transform lives through education, community and healthcare.

CAFOD: Supporting the people of Gaza after the ceasefire

Following the ceasefire in Gaza, our support and prayers are needed more than ever. CAFOD’s Church partners, working with great courage, continue to bring food, shelter, medical care and comfort to families in need. Let us respond with love and generosity – please give today and pray for lasting peace.cafod.org.uk/middle-east

Calling All Married Couples

The Southwark diocesan Marriage and Family life team are seeking married couples who are practising Catholics to join their growing team to present courses for Marriage Preparation, Building a Better Marriage and other initiatives in 2026. Salary: £30,000 pro rata (£7,000) per annum for the couple. Mileage paid in addition. All training given. For a full job description and further details, please email liamgallagher@rcaos.org.uk  Closing date for applications: October 31. 

Repository / Gift Shop:

New Stock of Advent, Christmas Cards & 2026 Calendars, and Baptism, FHC,  Confirmation Cards have arrived. Visit the Repository. Saturday evenings and Sunday mornings.

Stop Assisted Suicide – Further Action Needed!

Sending a physical letter carries particular weight with Members of the House of Lords. Right To Life UK has created a simple tool that generates personalised letters to Peers, each focused on a specific area of concern. You can then print them, or copy them out by hand, sign, and post them.

Please take action now and visit www.righttolife.org.uk/aspeersletter to send a letter to Peers asking them to oppose assisted suicide.

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’s Chaplain’s number is: 07459 226 823 and 07591 596 656.

Catholic Chaplains at St George’s, Tooting, their number is: 020 8725 3069 . email catholicchaplains@stgeorges.nhs.uk

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention October: ‘For collaboration between different religious traditions.

Let us pray that believers in different religious traditions might work together to defend and promote peace, justice, and human fraternity.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Margaret Morton, Doreen Mary Charlish, Pat Flannery, Mama Anie Dona, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, …   Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Catherine Main – Ian,Louis Mann, Pat Walmsley, Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan, Kathleen Brown, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza, Clara Pinto…

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Newsletter12-Oct-final.pdf

TWENTY-EIGHT SUNDAY O.T (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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-EIGHT SUNDAY O.T (C)

Sat. 11th Oct. St John XXIII, Pope	18:30	Baby Penelope Kurtchin D’Mello – Thanksgiving & Good Health
Sun. 12th Oct. Day of Prayer for Prisoners and their Families	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Maria – Luisa O’Shea – RIP
	11:00	Downview Prison
	18:30	Gasparino Di Piazza – RIP
Mon. 13th Oct. St Edward the Confessor, King, Feast	08:00
	10:00	Valerio Pereira – RIP
Tue. 14th Oct. St Callistus I, Pope and Martyr	08:00
	10:00	Yolande – Wellbeing
Wed. 15th Oct. St Teresa of Jesus [of Ávila]	08:00
	10:00	Dermot Kenny – RIP
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Maria Rosario & Parita Haria – RIP
Thu. 16th Oct. Ss Hedwig & Margaret Mary Alacoque	08:00
	10:00	Debbie Whittaker – RIP
Fri. 17th Oct. St ‡ Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop and Martyr	08:00
	12:00	Wianur Chrisanty Suryaningrum – RIP
SAT. 18th Oct. St Luke, Evangelist, Feast	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Catherine Main – Ian – Wellbeing
	18:30	Mariano & Alicia Chua – RIP
SUN. 19th Oct. World Mission Day, Day of Prayer for the evangelization of the world	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Pat Flannery – RIP
	11:00	Anthony Mc Donnel
	18:30	Nicky Payne – 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-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

The ROSARY In October:

those who recite five decades of the Rosary may gain a plenary indulgence daily; in other circumstances a partial indulgence. A partial indulgence may be obtained daily by reciting the Litany of Loreto and the Prayer to Saint Joseph. Rosary, every day before 10am Mass.

Second Collection Next Weekend For Missio

World Mission Sunday

This global event will be celebrated on 19th October. At Holy Cross, a second collection will take place to show our support of the missionaries and faith communities  facing hardship for example, Sister Regina in Myanmar. One of the inspiring aspects of World Mission Sunday is that every parish around the world prays for, and financially supports, our global Church. Donations are large or small depending on individual circumstances but we stand in solidarity.

First Holy Communion Enrolment next weekend –  Sunday 19th October

Families who have registered their children for First Holy Communion preparation will be present at the 9.30am and 11.00am Masses. There will be roughly 30 families at each Mass and space will be reserved for them at the front of the Church.  After the homily, the candidates will be formally presented and parents will commit to supporting them.  This means that Mass may finish a little later than usual.  Children’s Liturgy will take place as usual at 9.30am Mass.

CONFIRMATION Registration – 1^st Meeting 4th November @ 7pm

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

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Monday 27^th Oct. at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information contact Cherryl carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass

Mark your calendars for a Fall Bake Sale after the 9.30am Mass on Sun 16 November 2025. Thank you for your support!  Please contact Esme through the Parish Office if you can contribute or volunteer. carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic faith and the issues facing Catholics in today’s world. We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) .

Other parishioners who would like to join us and perhaps refresh their own faith are also very welcome. Sessions take place every THURSDAY at 7:30 pm in the parish centre. If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Youth Group Mass(12-17y)  : Thank you

Our next meeting will be on Sunday 19^th Oct after 11am Mass . Please spread the good news.

Sparks of Light – Saturday, 18^th October, 10:30am – 3:30pm,

An event that enables others to encounter Jesus Christ in and through his Church; supported by the Agency for Evangelisation and Catechesis.

Are you interested in reaching out to others, beyond the walls of the church? Then this day is for you. It simply involves an invitation to enter a Catholic Church, to light a candle for a loved one, to chat with a team of friendly volunteers, or to just experience the peace of the Church.  Input will be provided by Maria Heath, Director of Mission Northampton, and you will have the opportunity to share the love of Christ in practical ways. St Elphege’s Church, Wallington, SM6 9AY

Contact Kathy Ball, Deanery Mentor for Evangelisation: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Parish Quiz Night: Friday 7^th November-7 p.m

A Parish Quiz Night will be held in the Parish Centre. Entry is £2 with Prizes for the winners! Save the Date

Missio Red Box Collection

Please return your envelope to the Church by the weekend of 3/4^th October. Many thanks for your continued support. World Mission Sunday takes place this year on 19^th October, a global collection and a reminder that we are one global family in Christ.There will be a separate collection in the Parish on that day.

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

Mon: 13^th Oct/ 3^rd Nov/ 1^st Dec.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you! We urgently need more volunteers to run this important group.

The Missionary Society Of St Paul – Second Collection: Thank you to all those whose contributed to the recent second collection, we raised £1,363.82

Churches Together in Carshalton, Coffee Morning: Sat. 25th Oct. 10 am

An invitation to a Coffee morning at Carshalton Methodist Church, Ruskin Road to learn about the work of Embrace the Middle East. The charity works with partner Christians to transform lives through education, community and healthcare.

Hong Kong and Cantonese Mass– Saturday 4 Oct. – 3pm

1^st Saturday each Month. Holy Family Church Sutton

Calling All Married Couples

The Southwark diocesan Marriage and Family life team are seeking married couples who are practising Catholics to join their growing team to present courses for Marriage Preparation, Building a Better Marriage and other initiatives in 2026. Salary: £30,000 pro rata (£7,000) per annum for the couple. Mileage paid in addition. All training given. For a full job description and further details, please email liamgallagher@rcaos.org.uk  Closing date for applications: October 31. 

Pilgrimage San Giovanni Rotondo 28^th Nov. to 2^nd Dec. 25

Chaplain : Fr Philip Pak.

Return flights : London Stansted – Bari. £790.  

To book : Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061 – office@stpeterspilgrimages.com.  More info on the board.

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’s Chaplain’s number is: 07459 226 823 and 07591 596 656.

Catholic Chaplains at St George’s, Tooting, their number is: 020 8725 3069

email catholicchaplains@stgeorges.nhs.uk

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention October: ‘For collaboration between different religious traditions.

Let us pray that believers in different religious traditions might work together to defend and promote peace, justice, and human fraternity.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Margaret Morton, Doreen Mary Charlish, Pat Flannery, Mama Anie Dona, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, …   Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Catherine Main – Ian,Louis Mann, Pat Walmsley, Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan, Kathleen Brown, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza, Clara Pinto…

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Newsletter05-Oct-final.pdf

TWENTY-SEVENTH SUNDAY O.T (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================TWENTY-SEVENTH SUNDAY O.T (C)

Sat. 04th Oct. St Francis of Assisi	18:30	Fabrice K. – Intentions Yolande – Wellbeing
Sun. 05th Oct. Rosary Sunday	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Mary McDonagh – RIP
	11:00	Souls in Purgatory
	18:30	Terry Bayley – RIP
Mon. 06th Oct. St Bruno	08:00
	10:00	Annie – Brian – Joseph, Family Wellbeing
Tue. 07th Sept. Our Lady of the Rosary	08:00
	10:00	Evie Pereira – RIP
Wed. 08th Oct. St Thérèse of the Child Jesus	08:00
	10:00	Trevlyn Pereira – RIP
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Ersilia Taulli – RIP
Thu. 09th Oct. St John Henry Newman, Priest, Feast	08:00
	10:00	E. Mc Donald – Intentions
Fri. 10th Oct. St Paulinus of York	08:00
	12:00	Maria O’Shea – 1st Anniversary- RIP
SAT. 11th Oct. St John XXIII, Pope	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Ross DeSouza – RIP
	18:30
SUN. 12th Oct. Day of Prayer for Prisoners and their Families.	08:00
	09:30	Maria – Luisa O’Shea – RIP
	11:00	Downview Prison
	18:30	Gasparino Di Piazza – 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-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

The ROSARY In October: those who recite five decades of the Rosary in church, or as a family, a religious community, or as a group of the faithful, may gain a plenary indulgence daily; in other circumstances a partial indulgence. A partial indulgence may be obtained daily by reciting the Litany of Loreto and the Prayer to Saint Joseph. Rosary, every day before 10am Mass.

CAFOD Family Fast Day

Second Collection this Weekend for CAFOD Harvest Appeal.

An appeal for money and prayers will be made this weekend. It will be for the work of CAFOD.

Parish Quiz Night: Friday 7^th November-7 p.m

A Parish Quiz Night will be held in the Parish Centre. Entry is £2 with Prizes for the winners! Save the Date

CONFIRMATION Registration

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

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Monday 6^th Oct. at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information contact Cherryl carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass

Mark your calendars for a Fall Bake Sale after the 9.30am Mass on Sun 16 November 2025. Thank you for your support!  Please contact Esme through the Parish Office if you can contribute or volunteer. carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic faith and the issues facing Catholics in today’s world. We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) .

Other parishioners who would like to join us and perhaps refresh their own faith are also very welcome. Sessions take place every THURSDAY at 7:30 pm in the parish centre. If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Youth Group Mass(12-17y)  : Thank you

Our next meeting will be on Sunday 19^th Oct after 11am Mass . Please spread the good news.

Sparks of Light – Saturday, 18^th October, 10:30am – 3:30pm,

An event that enables others to encounter Jesus Christ in and through his Church; supported by the Agency for Evangelisation and Catechesis.

Are you interested in reaching out to others, beyond the walls of the church? Then this day is for you. It simply involves an invitation to enter a Catholic Church, to light a candle for a loved one, to chat with a team of friendly volunteers, or to just experience the peace of the Church.  Input will be provided by Maria Heath, Director of Mission Northampton, and you will have the opportunity to share the love of Christ in practical ways. St Elphege’s Church, Wallington, SM6 9AY

Contact Kathy Ball, Deanery Mentor for Evangelisation: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Friday Lunches

We will return on Friday 10^th October. Volunteers welcome.

School Forms Signing

We will sign school forms on Fri. 10^th Oct. from 4pm to 5.30pm in the Parish hall. Please bring the child’s Baptism certificate, the priest will not sign the form without it. Please do not bring your forms into the Sacristy or Presbytery. Thank you

World Mission Sunday

This global event will be celebrated on 19th October. At Holy Cross, a second collection will take place to show our support of the missionaries and faith communities  facing hardship for example, Sister Regina in Myanmar. One of the inspiring aspects of World Mission Sunday is that every parish around the world prays for, and financially supports, our global Church. Donations are large or small depending on individual circumstances but we stand in solidarity.

Missio Red Box Collection

Red Box holders should find their envelope at the back of the Church which contains the Autumn newsletter from Missio.

Please return your envelope to the Church by the weekend of 3/4^th October. Many thanks for your continued support. World Mission Sunday takes place this year on 19^th October, a global collection and a reminder that we are one global family in Christ.There will be a separate collection in the Parish on that day.

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

Mon: 13^th Oct/ 3^rd Nov/ 1^st Dec.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you! We urgently need more volunteers to run this important group.

The Missionary Society Of St Paul – Second Collection: Thank you to all those whose contributed to the recent second collection, we raised £1,363.82

Churches Together in Carshalton, Coffee Morning: Sat. 25th Oct. 10 am

An invitation to a Coffee morning at Carshalton Methodist Church, Ruskin Road to learn about the work of Embrace the Middle East. The charity works with partner Christians to transform lives through education, community and healthcare.

Hong Kong and Cantonese Mass– Saturday 4 Oct. – 3pm

1^st Saturday each Month. Holy Family Church Sutton

Marys Meals – Leftover Foreign Currency: Please help us to support Mary’s Meals by donating your leftover foreign currency.

Church Cleaning – Cleaning of the Church on Fridays at 8:30am after 8am Mass. We need volunteers, please. Thank you.

Pilgrimage San Giovanni Rotondo 28^th Nov. to 2^nd Dec. 25

Chaplain : Fr Philip Pak.

Return flights : London Stansted – Bari. £790.

To book : Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061 – office@stpeterspilgrimages.com.  More information on the board.

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’s Chaplain’s number is: 07459 226 823 and 07591 596 656. Catholic Chaplains at St George’s, Tooting, their number is: 020 8725 3069

email catholicchaplains@stgeorges.nhs.uk

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention October: ‘For collaboration between different religious traditions.

Let us pray that believers in different religious traditions might work together to defend and promote peace, justice, and human fraternity.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Pat Flannery, Mama Anie Dona, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Newsletter28-sept-final-pdf.pdf

TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY O.T (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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

Streaming is available all the time.

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

TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY O.T (C)

Sat. 27th Sept. St Vincent de Paul, Priest	18:30	People Of The Parish
Sun. 28th Sept. World Day of prayer for Migrants and Refugees	08:00	Thomas Pereira – RIP
	09:30	FR. VINCENT – ORDINATION ANNIVERSARY
	11:00	Marie – Danièle Bernadac – Wellbeing
	18:30	Julie É Baptista Ferrao – RIP
Mon. 29th Sept. Ss Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, Archangels, Feast	08:00
	10:00	FranÇoise Theriault – RIP
Tue. 30th Sept. St Jerome	08:00
	10:00
Wed. 01st Oct. St Thérèse of the Child Jesus	08:00
	10:00	Annie Dona Vinda – RIP
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Dani & Karina De Franceschi Intentions
Thu. 02nd Oct. The Holy Guardian Angels	08:00
	10:00	Mary Dere – BD intentions
Fri. 03rd Oct. Harvest Fast Day	08:00
	12:00	Jasmina Braganza – RIP
SAT. 04th Oct. St Francis of Assisi	08:00	Carroll Family – Intentions
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Tommy lawrence & family- wellbeing
	18:30	Fabrice K. – Intentions
SUN. 05th Oct. Rosary Sunday	08:00
	09:30	Mary McDonagh – RIP
	11:00
	18:30	Terry Bayley – 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-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

FR VINCENT – 7^th Priestly Ordination Anniversary

Fr. Vincent marks his 7^th Priestly ordination anniversary tomorrow, 29^th September. Kindly keep him in your prayers. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY FR. VINCENT

The ROSARY In October:

those who recite five decades of the Rosary in church, or as a family, a religious community, or as a group of the faithful, may gain a plenary indulgence daily; in other circumstances a partial indulgence. A partial indulgence may be obtained daily by reciting the Litany of Loreto and the Prayer to Saint Joseph.

Next Sunday is Rosary Sunday

CAFOD Family Fast Day: Friday 3rd October

Please collect an envelope from the back of Church and return next week.

Second Collection next Weekend for CAFOD Harvest Fast Day.

Mama Annie – RIP Funeral 03^rd Oct. at 9.30am

Mama Annie liked to sing in French with a tambourine. Her kindness, singing and spirit will be deeply missed. Condolences to her family and friends.

Refreshments in the hall after the burial so no tea group after 12noon Mass  please. All welcome.

CONFIRMATION Registration

Forms are available on the table in the porch. Please note that the Confirmation program is for candidates of Year 10 and above.

Please pray for our candidates and catechists. The registration fee is £20.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION PREPARATION

Parents of children in year 3 or above, visit the First Holy Communion page on the parish website – you’ll find it under SACRAMENTS. Last chance to sign up this weekend.

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Monday 6^th Oct. at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information, (Cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

Our Children’s Liturgy group resumed on Sunday 7^th September. Thank you for your support ! Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via : carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic faith and the issues facing Catholics in today’s world. We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) .

Other parishioners who would like to join us and perhaps refresh their own faith are also very welcome. Sessions take place on THURSDAY at 7:30 pm in the parish centre.

If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Young Adult Mass (18 -30y)  : Sunday 28^th Sept  at 6.30pm

Welcome back. Please join us again after 6.30pm for games, refreshments and more. All welcome.

Youth Group Mass(12-17y)  : Thank you

Many thanks to those who attended last week.

1st Saturday Devotion : 04^th Oct.

Come and join us in prayer, meditation, Mass, Confession, and a Rosary, every first Saturday of the month from 9am.

Sparks of Light – Saturday, 18^th October, 10:30am – 3:30pm,

An event that enables others to encounter Jesus Christ in and through his Church; supported by the Agency for Evangelisation and Catechesis.

Are you interested in reaching out to others, beyond the walls of the church? Then this day is for you. It simply involves an invitation to enter a Catholic Church, to light a candle for a loved one, to chat with a team of friendly volunteers, or to just experience the peace of the Church.  Input will be provided by Maria Heath, Director of Mission Northampton, and you will have the opportunity to share the love of Christ in practical ways. St Elphege’s Church, Wallington, SM6 9AY

Contact Kathy Ball, Deanery Mentor for Evangelisation: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Friday Lunches

We will return on Friday 10^th October. Volunteers welcome.

Missio Red Box Collection

Red Box holders should find their envelope at the back of the Church which contains the Autumn newsletter from Missio.

Please return your envelope to the Church by the weekend of 3/4^th October. Many thanks for your continued support. World Mission Sunday takes place this year on 19^th October, a global collection and a reminder that we are one global family in Christ.There will be a separate collection in the Parish on that day.

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

Mon: 29^th Sept / 13^th Oct/ 3^rd Nov/ 1^st Dec.

Parish families, please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits. We look forward to welcoming you! We urgently need more volunteers to run this important group.

The Missionary Society Of St Paul – Second Collection: Thank you to all those whose contributed to the recent second collection, we raised £1,363.82

Hong Kong and Cantonese Mass– Saturday 4 Oct. – 3pm

1^st Saturday each Month. Holy Family Church Sutton

Marys Meals – Leftover Foreign Currency: Please help us to support Mary’s Meals by donating your leftover foreign currency.

Church Cleaning – Cleaning of the Church on Fridays at 8:30am after 8am Mass. We need volunteers, please. Thank you.

Pilgrimage San Giovanni Rotondo 28^th Nov. to 2^nd Dec. 25

Chaplain : Fr Philip Pak.

Return flights : London Stansted – Bari. £790.

To book : Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061 – office@stpeterspilgrimages.com.  More information on the board.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention September: ‘For our relationship with all of creation’.

Let us pray that, inspired by Saint Francis, we might experience our interdependence with all creatures who are loved by God and worthy of love and respect.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Mama Annie, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Pat Flannery, Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Newsletter21-sept-25-final.pdf

TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY O.T (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY O.T (C)

Sat. 20th Sept. Ss Andrew Kim Tae-gŏn, Priest, and Paul Chŏng Ha-sang, and Companions, Martyrs,	18:30	Eliram K. & Ayana F.  Personal Intentions
Sun. 21st Sept. Evangelii Gaudium	08:00	Sandy Kent – RIP
	09:30	Francis Foulger – RIP (Father of Nick – Choir)
	11:00	Bridie Kelly – RIP
	18:30	Patrick & Flora Mc Nelis – RIP
Mon. 22nd Sept. St Maurice	08:00	Eliram K. – Lights of the Holy Spirit
	10:00
Tue. 23rd Sept. St Pius of Pietrelcina  [Padre Pio]	08:00	Ayana Frouin – Personal Intention
	10:00	Winifred Claxton & Muriel Birch – RIP
Wed. 24th Sept. Our Lady of Walsingham, Feast	08:00
	10:00	Edward & Family – Safe & Holy Pilgrimage
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30
Thu. 25th Sept.	08:00
	10:00	Sara – Wellbeing
Fri. 26th Sept Ss ‡ Cosmas and ‡ Damian, Martyrs	08:00
	12:00	Mama Annie – RIP
SAT. 27TH Sept. St Vincent de Paul, Priest	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00
	18:30
SUN. 28th Sept. World Day of prayer for Migrants and Refugees	08:00	Thomas Pereira – RIP
	09:30	People Of The Parish
	11:00
	18:30	Julie É Baptista Ferrao – 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-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

Second Collection this Weekend for 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.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2026 – Registration is now OPEN

Parents whose children are in Year 3 or above, please visit the First Holy Communion page on the parish website without delay.  You’ll find it under SACRAMENTS. Note that registration will close once the course is full.

CONFIRMATION Registration

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

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Monday 22^nd Sept. at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information, (Cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

Our Children’s Liturgy group resumed on Sunday 7^th September. Thank you for your support ! Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via : carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic faith and the issues facing Catholics in today’s world. We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) .

Other parishioners who would like to join us and perhaps refresh their own faith are also very welcome. Sessions take place on THURSDAY at 7:30 pm in the parish centre.

If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Youth Group Mass(12-17y)  : Sunday 21st Sept  at 11am

FAITH, FOOD and FUN

We invite your youngsters to join the Holy Cross 12-17 group. After attending 11am Mass light lunch will be provided, followed by games, quizzes and gentle catechesis to accompany them in their journey in faith.

Coordinator: Cherryl Howlett (Parish Lead for formation).

Young Adult Mass (18 -30y)  : Sunday 28^th Sept  at 6.30pm

Welcome back. Please join us again after 6.30pm. 

Sparks of Light – Saturday, 18^th October, 10:30am – 3:30pm,

An event that enables others to encounter Jesus Christ in and through his Church; supported by the Agency for Evangelisation and Catechesis.

Are you interested in reaching out to others, beyond the walls of the church? Then this day is for you. It simply involves an invitation to enter a Catholic Church, to light a candle for a loved one, to chat with a team of friendly volunteers, or to just experience the peace of the Church.  Input will be provided by Maria Heath, Director of Mission Northampton, and you will have the opportunity to share the love of Christ in practical ways. St Elphege’s Church, Wallington, SM6 9AY

Contact Kathy Ball, Deanery Mentor for Evangelisation: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Mama Annie – RIP

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mama Annie ( she liked to sing in French with a tambourine) on Friday. Her kindness, singing and spirit will be deeply missed. Condolences to her family and friends. Her funeral will be in October here at Holy Cross.

Friday Lunches

We will return on Friday 10^th October. Volunteers welcome.

Missio Red Box Collection

Red Box holders should find their envelope at the back of the Church which contains the Autumn newsletter from Missio.

Please return your envelope to the Church by the weekend of 3/4^th October. Many thanks for your continued support. World Mission Sunday takes place this year on 19^th October, a global collection and a reminder that we are one global family in Christ.There will be a separate collection in the Parish on that day.

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

Mon: 29^th Sept / 13^th Oct/ 3^rd Nov/ 1^st Dec.

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!

Service for Hope and Healing – 24th September 2025 6.30pm

Archbishop John Wilson and the Safeguarding team, invite all our parishioners to join us for the Service for Hope and Healing, for all those that have been harmed by abuse. The service is to express the archdiocese’s commitment to all those that have been harmed, their family and friends and to come together as a community and demonstrate our solidarity for those harmed.

Hong Kong and Cantonese Mass– Saturday 4 Oct. – 3pm

1^st Saturday each Month. Holy Family Church Sutton

Marys Meals – Leftover Foreign Currency: Please help us to support Mary’s Meals by donating your leftover foreign currency.

Church Cleaning – Cleaning of the Church on Fridays at 8:30am after 8am Mass. We need volunteers, please. Thank you.

Holy Cross Film Club showing : Paul, Apostle of Christ

Parish Centre, 7.30 pm, Friday 26 September ,

The story of Paul, who persecuted Christians prior to his conversion to Christianity and went on to become a leading figure in the formation of the early church, before his execution by Emperor Nero. With James Faulkner, Jim Caviezel and Olivier Martinez.

Admission Free, No booking required. Running time: 1 hr,48 mins, plus interval

For further information email: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

Pilgrimage San Giovanni Rotondo 28^th Nov. to 2^nd Dec. 25

Chaplain : Fr Philip Pak.

Return flights : London Stansted – Bari. £790.

To book : Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061 – office@stpeterspilgrimages.com.  More information on the board.

Wimbledon College Open Evening on Thur. 25^th Sept. 25 from 5pm to 8.00pm

see their website for booking information.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention September: ‘For our relationship with all of creation.

Let us pray that, inspired by Saint Francis, we might experience our interdependence with all creatures who are loved by God and worthy of love and respect.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Mama Annie, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Pat Flannery, Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

Click on the link below for a PDF version or view the uploaded document below.

https://holycrosscarshalton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Newsletter14-sept-25final.pdf

TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY O.T (C) THE EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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 O.T (C) THE EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS

Sat. 13th Sept. St John Chrysostom	18:30	All Children , students, going back to school
Sun. 14th Sept. THE EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS, Feast	08:00	Emily Joseph – Birthday Thanksgiving
	09:30	Nguyen Van Hue – RIP
	11:00	People Of The Parish
	18:30	Pierre Archimede & Mateo Numa – RIP
Mon. 15th Sept. Our Lady of Sorrows	08:00
	10:00	Porfirio Garcia – RIP
Tue. 16th Sept. Ss ‡ Cornelius, Pope, &  ‡ Cyprian, Bishop, Martyrs	08:00
	10:00	Josephine Mc Mahon – Personal Intention
Wed. 17th Sept. Ss Robert Bellarmine, & Hildegard of Bingen	08:00
	10:00	Vasile Belea – RIP
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30
Thu. 18th Sept. St Edith of Kemsing	08:00
	10:00	Aymeric T. Intentions
Fri. 19th Sept St Theodore of Canterbury	08:00
	12:00	Sushila Nathavina – RIP
SAT. 20TH Sept. Ss Andrew Kim Tae-gŏn, Priest, and Paul Chŏng Ha-sang, and Companions, Martyrs,	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Philippe & Roger Guiho- RIP Yollande Perraud – RIP
	18:30	Eliram K. & Ayana F.  Personal Intentions
SUN. 21ST Sept.	08:00	Sandy Kent – RIP
	09:30	Francis Foulger – RIP (Father of Nick – Choir)
	11:00
	18:30	Patrick & 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-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

Sunday 14^th September : Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross,

Our Parish feast day. we will be holding a parish social event immediately after the 11.00 Mass. It will be in the Parish Centre. All members of the parish family, regardless of which Mass you attend, are welcome.  Also, as in previous years Anthony Philips who lives at 51 The Highway, Sutton SM2 5QS is opening his beautiful garden from 15.30hrs onwards, and will have a cup of tea available to those in need.

Happy Anniversary Holy Cross Church (111 Years)

We have a brief presentation about our church history in the hall. A massive Thank you and round of applause to Perry & Vanessa who managed to put this together within 4 days. GOD bless you.

Second Collection this Weekend for the Catholic Education Service.

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.

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Monday 22^nd Sept. at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

Our Children’s Liturgy group resumes this Sunday 7^th September. We look forward to seeing you then! Thank you for your support ! Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via : carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic faith and the issues facing Catholics in today’s world. We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) .

Other parishioners who would like to join us and perhaps refresh their own faith are also very welcome. Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURSDAY 18^th SEPT. 2025 at 7:30 pm in the parish centre.

If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Youth Group Mass(12-17y)  : Sunday 21st Sept  at 11am

FAITH, FOOD and FUN

To bridge the gap between the reception of first Holy Communion, Confirmation and Post-Confirmation, we invite your youngsters to join the Holy Cross 12-17 group. After attending 11am Mass light lunch will be provided, followed by games, quizzes and gentle catechesis to accompany them in their journey in faith.

Coordinator: Cherryl Howlett (Parish Lead for formation).

Youth Adult Mass (18 -30y)  : Sunday 28^th Sept  at 6.30pm

Welcome back. Please join us again after 6.30pm. 

Sparks of Light – Saturday, 18^th October, 10:30am – 3:30pm,

An event that enables others to encounter Jesus Christ in and through his Church; supported by the Agency for Evangelisation and Catechesis.

Are you interested in reaching out to others, beyond the walls of the church?  Then this day is for you.  It simply involves an invitation to enter a Catholic Church, to light a candle for a loved one, to chat with a team of friendly volunteers, or to just experience the peace of the Church.  Input will be provided by Maria Heath, Director of Mission Northampton, and you will have the opportunity to share the love of Christ in practical ways.

St Elphege’s Church, Wallington, SM6 9AY

Contact Kathy Ball, Deanery Mentor for Evangelisation: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2026

Registrations will open in a few days’ time.  See parish website for further information: the First Holy Communion page is under SACRAMENTS.

CONFIRMATION Registration

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

School Forms Signing

We will sign school forms on Fri 19^th Sept. 4-6pm in the Parish hall. Please bring the child’s Baptism certificate, the priest will not sign the form without it. Please do not bring your forms into the Sacristy or Presbytery. Thank you

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

Mon: 15^th  & 19^th Sept / 13^th Oct/ 3^rd Nov/ 1^st Dec.

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!

Service for Hope and Healing – 24th September 2025 6.30pm

Archbishop John Wilson and the Safeguarding team, invite all our parishioners to join us for the Service for Hope and Healing, for all those that have been harmed by abuse. The service is to express the archdiocese’s commitment to all those that have been harmed, their family and friends and to come together as a community and demonstrate our solidarity for those harmed.

Hong Kong and Cantonese Mass– Saturday 4 Oct. – 3pm

1^st Saturday each Month. Holy Family Church Sutton

Holy Cross Film Club showing : Paul, Apostle of Christ

Parish Centre, 7.30 pm, Friday 26 September ,

The story of Paul, who persecuted Christians prior to his conversion to Christianity and went on to become a leading figure in the formation of the early church, before his execution by Emperor Nero. With James Faulkner, Jim Caviezel and Olivier Martinez.

Admission Free, No booking required. Running time: 1 hr,48 mins, plus interval

For further information email: HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com 

Pilgrimage San Giovanni Rotondo 28^th Nov. to 2^nd Dec. 25

Chaplain : Fr Philip Pak.

Return flights : London Stansted – Bari. £790.

To book : Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061 – office@stpeterspilgrimages.com.  More information on the board.

Pilgrimage Medjugorje: 24^th Sept – 1^st Oct

Two last minute places have become available on this pilgrimage. The deadline is Monday 10^th Sept. Please phone Kathleen : 07765117206, kathleentoo@gmail.com for more info and please share .

Wimbledon College Open Evening on Thur. 25^th Sept. 25 from 5pm to 8.00pm

see their website for booking information.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention September: ‘For our relationship with all of creation.

Let us pray that, inspired by Saint Francis, we might experience our interdependence with all creatures who are loved by God and worthy of love and respect.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza

TWENTY -THIRD SUNDAY O.T Y (C)

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parochial Administrator. Fr. Vincent Okon

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Priest Fr. Luke Verhees

Deacon Sandy Misquitta

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

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 (C)

Sat. 06th Sept. The Blessed Virgin Mary	18:30	All Children , students, going back to school
Sun. 07th Sept.	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Erica O. Intentions
	11:00	Tara Seeneyah – RIP
	18:30	Marc Antoine & Marie Lourdes Parson – RIP
Mon. 08th Sept. The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Feast	08:00
	10:00	Gaudioso Garcia – Boay – RIP
Tue. 09th Sept. St Peter Claver,	08:00
	10:00	Joaquim D’Mello – RIP
Wed. 10th Sept.	08:00
	10:00	Dermot Kenny – RIP
	17:00	Adoration
	19:30	Jean Fernand Parson – RIP
Thu. 11th Sept. St Ambrose Barlow, Priest and Martyr,	08:00
	10:00	Jasmelina Branganca – RIP
Fri. 12th Sept The Most Holy Name of Mary	08:00
	12:00
SAT. 13th Sept. St John Chrysostom	08:00
	09:00	Adoration
	10:00	Cynthia Guiho – Intentions
	18:30
SUN. 14th Sept. THE EXALTATION OF THE HOLY CROSS, Feast	08:00	Emily Joseph – Birthday Thanksgiving
	09:30	Nguyen Van Hue – RIP
	11:00
	18:30	Pierre Archimede & Mateo Numa – 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-7.30pm & Sat. 9am.

Sunday 14^th September : Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross,

Our Parish feast day. we will be holding a parish social event immediately after the 11.00 Mass. It will be in the Parish Centre and weather permitting, the Presbytery garden. Barbecue and other food and drink will be provided. All members of the parish family, regardless of which Mass you attend, are welcome.  Also, as in previous years Anthony Philips who lives at 51 The Highway, Sutton SM2 5QS is opening his beautiful garden to anyone who would like to visit from 15.30hrs onwards, and will have a cup of tea available to those in need.

Second Collection Next Weekend for the Catholic Education Service

Gift Aid

If you are a UK tax paper and donate regularly to Holy Cross, please consider signing up to the Gift Aid scheme, which enables us to claim an extra 25 % on all your donations to our parish, at no extra cost to yourself. For more information email: carshaltongac1@rcaos.org.uk

If you are currently signed up to the Gift Aid scheme and no longer pay tax in the UK, please email: carshaltongac1@rcaos.org.uk

BIBLE STUDY

Next Session will be on  Monday 22^nd Sept. at 7.30pm, Parish hall.  All welcome. For more information, (cherryl) carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass.

Our Children’s Liturgy group resumes this Sunday 7^th September. We look forward to seeing you then! Thank you for your support ! Volunteer with us! please contact Esme via : carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Thinking of becoming a Catholic?

Journey in Faith 2025 – 2026 (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process prepares adults who are seeking to be received into the Catholic Church. It invites people to deepen their knowledge of Jesus and their relationship with Him. Weekly sessions take people through the key teachings of the Catholic faith and the issues facing Catholics in today’s world. We look in detail at the sacramental life and prepare those who decide to become Catholics to receive the sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Confirmation and Holy Communion) .

Other parishioners who would like to join us and perhaps refresh their own faith are also very welcome. Sessions begin with an introductory evening and refreshments on THURSDAY 18^th SEPT. 2025 at 7:30 pm in the parish centre.

If you are interested, please contact the RCIA co-ordinator, Kathy Ball, via the contact form on the parish website or emaiI: edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Youth Group Mass(12-17y)  : Sunday 21st Sept  at 11am

FAITH, FOOD and FUN

To bridge the gap between the reception of first Holy Communion, Confirmation and Post-Confirmation, we invite your youngsters to join the Holy Cross 12-17 group. After attending 11am Mass light lunch will be provided, followed by games, quizzes and gentle catechesis to accompany them in their journey in faith.

Coordinator: Cherryl Howlett (Parish Lead for formation).

School Forms Signing

We will sign school forms on Wed. 10^th Sept. from 11am to 1pm & Fri 19^th Sept. 4-6pm in the Parish hall. Please bring the child’s Baptism certificate, the priest will not sign the form without it. Please do not bring your forms into the Sacristy or Presbytery. Thank you

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

Mon: 15^th  & 19^th Sept / 13^th Oct/ 3^rd Nov/ 1^st Dec.

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!

Archdiocesan Day for Catechists : Sat. 20 September 25

Registration for our Annual Diocesan Day is now open, with 50% of places already booked. Catechists are invited to register themselves on our website and make their choice of workshops –  aec.rcaos.org.uk/day-for-catechists-2025

Start: 10am finishing with Mass at 4pm.

Where: Amigo Hall, St George’s Cathedral, Lambeth Road, SE1 6HR

THE WELL : Evening of Eucharistic revival with Christopher West and Mike Mangione : 6.30pm-9.30pm on 11 September

THE WELL engages the imagination and the senses with live music by Mike Mangione and the dynamic presentation of Christopher West, for a revival like you’ve never experienced before. Tickets priced at £21. Organised by the Southwark Catholic Youth Service & the Agency for Evangelisation and Catechesis, the event is aimed at over 18s, and any under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.

Service for Hope and Healing – 24th September 2025 6.30pm

Archbishop John Wilson and the Safeguarding team, invite all our parishioners to join us for the Service for Hope and Healing, for all those that have been harmed by abuse. The service is to express the archdiocese’s commitment to all those that have been harmed, their family and friends and to come together as a community and demonstrate our solidarity for those harmed.

Season of Creation  1 September – 4 October

The World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, celebrated on 1 September, is a time of sustained prayer and action. We are encouraged to pray and engage in community events in order to deepen our relationship with God, our neighbour and the earth we share, being ever more attentive to the cry of the earth and the poor.

Fairtrade Fortnight -22nd Sept -5th October 2025

Over these fourteen days we’ll be asking each of you to Do it Fair. We’ll be celebrating the difference we can all make when we choose Fairtrade and campaign as part of a UK-wide movement calling for a fairer system behind the things we consume every day.​ www.fairtrade.org.uk/fairtrade-fortnight-2025/

Annual RIDE & STRIDE  Saturday, 13^th September

to raise money to be shared between the Surrey Churches Preservation Trust and a place of worship chosen by riders/striders. This year, SCPT has more grant funding available than ever before – up to £3,000 per church – but to be eligible, each church must support the day. Even the smallest contribution from you can unlock vital funding. Full details of the event can also be found on the Trust’s website:  https://www.surreychurchespreservationtrust.org/ride-stride/

I hope you will join in this year. Please contact Colin Quemby : scpt@quemby.net

Pilgrimage San Giovanni Rotondo 28^th Nov. to 2^nd Dec. 25

Chaplain : Fr Philip Pak.

Return flights : London Stansted – Bari. £790.

To book : Tel: 0203 773 5115 | 0780 737 5061 – office@stpeterspilgrimages.com.  More information on the board.

Pilgrimage Medjugorje: 24^th Sept – 1^st Oct

Two last minute places have become available on this pilgrimage. The deadline is Monday 10^th Sept. Please phone Kathleen : 07765117206, kathleentoo@gmail.com for more info and please share .

Wimbledon College Open Evening on Thur. 25^th Sept. 25 from 5pm to 8.00pm

see their website for booking information.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention September: ‘For our relationship with all of creation.

Let us pray that, inspired by Saint Francis, we might experience our interdependence with all creatures who are loved by God and worthy of love and respect.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Harvey Watson, Margaret Collier, Francesca Morreale, Pope Francis, Fr Wenna Henry Tiku, Mary Coghlan, Sr Margaret McMullen …   Remember to pray for those who are sick the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Sidney Brown, Norah Sheridan,Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Souza