Dates for your Diary
Wednesdays 25th February, 4th, 11th & 18th March
Parish/Deanery Marriage Preparation Course from 7.45 pm
Thursdays, 26th February 5th, 12th & 19th March
Deanery Lenten Evenings of Recollection at Nazareth House on the theme of the Synods on Marriage and Family Life
Saturday 28th March 3pm
Maryvale Graduation Ceremony for the Course in Parish Catechetics in the Parish Church. Bishop Alan Williams will present the Certificates
ABC - About Being Catholic
The next series of informal talks designed to give an insight into the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church will re-commence on Monday, 12th January at 8pm in the Parish Centre. 12th January - Liturgy and The Sacraments. You are welcome to attend some or all of these talks; if you would like more information please speak to Fr Kevin or telephone Pat O’Connell, Tel 01702 712123.
Baptism Course
The next Baptismal course will take place on Tuesdays 27th January and 3rd February in the Parish Centre from 8pm to 9.30 pm.
Scripture Group
Please note that the Scripture Group is cancelled for the foreseeable future.
Brentwood Religious Education Service
Vacancy for a temporary Secretary (28 hours per week)
Further details available from Mgr George Stokes/Sr Jude rsm at Cathedral House, Ingrave Road, Brentwood. Tel.01277 265285/01277 265284 or Email: jude@dioceseofbrentwood.org/MgrGeorgeStokes@dioceseofbrentwood.org
Closing date: Friday 16th January 2015. Please advise family and friends of this opportunity.
Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society
Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society is holding its annual Valentine’s Gala Dinner at Stockbrook Golf and Country Club, Billericay on Friday 13th February. Tickets for this Black-Tie event are £50 per person to include a drinks reception, 3-course dinner and dancing. Places are limited and we would recommend you book early in order to secure your tickets. Please contact Julie Abbott on 01268 784544 / 07912277413 or jabbott@bccs.org.uk
Brentwood Religious Education Service
Vacancy for a temporary Secretary (28 hours per week)
Further details available from Mgr George Stokes/Sr Jude rsm at Cathedral House, Ingrave Road, Brentwood. Tel.01277 265285/01277 265284 or Email: jude@dioceseofbrentwood.org/MgrGeorgeStokes@dioceseofbrentwood.org
Closing date: Friday 16th January 2015. Please advise family and friends of this opportunity.
Money Matters
Offertory: Thank you for the generous offerings received last weekend, which amounted to £1,935.14
Counters are Clare English, Mary Cook & Jacky Hoggett.
Newsletter Folders are Amanda Phipps, Clare English & Sarah Bagnall.
Assistant Headteacher Vacancy
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Canvey Island are seeking to appoint a dynamic and innovative Assistant Headteacher to share in the leadership and continued development of our school. Applications are invited from experienced, enthusiastic and suitably-qualified practising Catholic teachers to play a key role in building on the success of our highly respected, friendly school.
Starting date: 13th April 2015.
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. For more information, an Application Pack or to arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher Mr P. Collingwood on 01268 683903. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Altar Society
The Altar Society are looking for a responsible person to manage the cleaning of the votive candle stands by the Sacred Heart statue. It needs to be done weekday mornings before 1pm. If there is someone who would love to do this task, please contact the Parish Office. Thank you.
Assistant Headteacher Vacancy
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Canvey Island are seeking to appoint a dynamic and innovative Assistant Headteacher to share in the leadership and continued development of our school. Applications are invited from experienced, enthusiastic and suitably-qualified practising Catholic teachers to play a key role in building on the success of our highly respected, friendly school.
Starting date: 13th April 2015.
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school. For more information, an Application Pack or to arrange a visit, please contact the Headteacher Mr P. Collingwood on 01268 683903. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
SPUC—White Flower Appeal
There will be a retiring collection after each Mass this weekend for this worthy cause; please give as generously as you can.
SPUC—White Flower Appeal
There will be a retiring collection after each Mass this weekend for this worthy cause; please give as generously as you can.
Serving the Homeless
The Committee of Serving the Homeless are holding a Sunday lunch at the Park View Suite on Sunday 18th January at 12.30 pm. Tickets cost £22.50 each and are available from Jo Ronan 474062, Linda Wall 558217 or Nina Bridgeman 472536.
Marriage Care
We are now fully operational with two counsellors available for any couples who might be experiencing difficulties with their relationship. (Call 0800 389 3801).
We still need a volunteer to help with the presenting of the ‘Marriage Preparation’ day course to engaged couples 2 or 3 times a year. Full training will be given. Please contact David Boyle on 01268 775217/southend.admin@marriagecare.org.
For more information visit www.marriagecare.org.uk
Children’s Missal Books
If anyone knows where the Children’s Missal Books have been put would they please contact the Parish Office. Thank you.
Children’s Missal Books
If anyone knows where the Children’s Missal Books have been put would they please contact the Parish Office. Thank you.
Marriage Care
We are now fully operational with two counsellors available for any couples who might be experiencing difficulties with their relationship. (Call 0800 389 3801).
We still need a volunteer to help with the presenting of the ‘Marriage Preparation’ day course to engaged couples 2 or 3 times a year. Full training will be given. Please contact David Boyle on 01268 775217/southend.admin@marriagecare.org.
For more information visit www.marriagecare.org.uk