Kevin Hale
Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

Dear friends in Christ

The liturgy of this Sunday speak to us of the virtue of Faith. Jesus assures us that if our faith was only the size of a mustard seed, it will nevertheless grow into something deep and sustaining.

Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
Kevin Hale
Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Dear friends in Christ

Once again this week we hear from the Prophet Amos after his return from the desert of Samaria. he finds the leaders of the chosen people wholly given over to the pleasures of the world, which he describes in details before telling them their destiny: exile!

Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Kevin Hale
Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Dear friends in Christ

The Prophet Amos in the first reading of the Mass this weekend, thunders against the exploitation of the poor by ruthless profiteers; as also in the Gospel, Jesus tells the parable of the unjust steward who is forced to give an account to his master.

Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Kevin Hale
Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross

Dear friends in Christ

This weekend we have a break in the liturgy from the Sundays in Ordinary Time to celebrate the Triumph of the Cross, which is celebrated each year on 14th September and which replaces the normal Sunday liturgy.

Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross
Kevin Hale
Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Dear friends in Christ

The Gospel of Mass this Sunday speaks of the requirements Jesus makes for following Him.

Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time

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Please pray for the repose of the souls of

ANNA PUCINO who died on Monday, 15th September. Her Funeral Service will be held at 9.30am on Friday 10th October, followed by burial at Sutton Road Cemetery.

ALAN WARD who died on Thursday, 18th September, His Requiem mass will take place at 11am on Monday, 27th October followed by committal at Southend Crematorium.

ANTHONY ROBERT ABBOTT who died on Saturday, 13th September. His Requiem Mass will take place on Thursday, 6th November at 10am followed by committal at St Lawrence & All Saints, Eastwood.

CAROLYN DeSILVA who died recently; funeral details to follow.

Requiescant in pace

Journey of Faith—RCIA

This continues on Monday, 6th October and is specifically for those who are not Catholics but who are enquiring with a view to finding out more about the Catholic Faith and Reception into the Church. These evenings begin at 8pm, are held in the Newman Room of the Parish Centre (the door is beside the Memorial Garden) and usually last just over an hour. Names may be given in advance to Fr Kevin or the Parish Office.

OLOL Ladies Group

We meet on 9th October in the Parish Centre and are very pleased to welcome back Val, who will be putting us through some ‘gentle paces’ with her very popular exercise class with music, so there is plenty for everyone to join in whether standing or sitting.

NB: Would ladies please note there will be a prompt start at 10am, so ideally arrive early and find a seat. Refreshments will not be available until the exercise class has finished.

We hope everyone has an enjoyable morning and as usual we will have tea,coffee and cake plus our fun Raffle.  Subs just £1.

NB: PROPOSED COACH OUTING
We are planning a coach outing to Cambridge on Thursday 6th November for the Ladies Group. The cost per person is £20 and we anticipate the Coach will leave from outside the Church at 9.45am. At our Meeting on 9th October we will be taking names of those interested, plus a deposit.

Repository

We are pleased to  announce that some new stock has arrived including Rosaries, bracelets and some statues. In addition to our popular selection of cards (all at only £1 each) we now have cards for those special Wedding Anniversaries ie Silver, Ruby and Gold.  

Please come and have a browse, and if you cannot find what you are looking for please ask one of the Volunteers for assistance.

Please pray for the repose of the souls of

MICHAEL PATRICK SATELLE who died on Monday, 8th September. His body will be received into the church on Wednesday, 1st October at 4.30pm and his Requiem Mass will take place on Thursday, 2nd October at 10am, followed by burial at Sutton Road Cemetery..

ANNA PUCINO who died on Monday, 15th September. Her funeral Service will be held at 9.30am on Friday 10th October , followed by burial at Sutton Road Cemetery.

ALAN WARD who died on Thursday, 18th September, His Requiem mass will take place at 11am on Monday, 27th October followed by committal at Southend Crematorium.

LAKSHMAN PERREIRA who died on Wednesday, 10th September. Funeral details to follow.

Requiescant in pace

Cafod Harvest Fast Day - 3rd October

This Fast Day, Cafod returns its focus to striving to provide safe drinking water for communities. Cafod’s work - giving practical support & advice to help communities establish & maintain safe wells - enables women & children avoid the often dangerous walks to find water & also gives children the time to go to school. Please continue to pray for Cafod & if you are able to make a donation for their work, you can do so through gift aid envelopes or the electronic donation device at the back of church.

You can find out more about Cafod’s work online https://cafod.org.uk/fundraise/family-fast-day?form=givetoharvest2025

Parish Fundraising—200 Club

The winners of the draw this month are:

1st Prize    £150 104   Mr C Regan
2nd Prize  £100 150   Mr C Wall
3rd Prize   £75      57   Mrs S Phillips
4th Prize   £25      23   Mrs A Burry

The funds raised from the 200 Club will now contribute to the overall costs of the tuition and expenses of trainee priests who, on completion of their formation, will be available for mission appointments strengthening the Church within Nigeria and elsewhere in the world. These missionary priests are known as Spiritans.

Please support this fundraising. There are some places available in the 200 Club, and if you wish to join, there is a monthly regular donation of £5. Forms are available at the back of the church. Alternatively, you can telephone Linda Wall on 01702 558217.

Journey of Faith—RCIA

This continues on Monday, 29th September and is specifically for those who are not Catholics but who are enquiring with a view to finding out more about the Catholic Faith and Reception into the Church. These evenings begin at 8pm, are held in the Newman Room of the Parish Centre (the door is beside the Memorial Garden) and usually last just over an hour. Names may be given in advance to Fr Kevin or the Parish Office.