Dear brothers and sisters, Following the Government announcement yesterday, mandating the closure of places of worship, I have informed all our parish priests that, with immediate effect, all churches, halls and associated facilities must be closed until further notice. This requirement has been made with a heavy heart, for I am very conscious of the importance of our churches for …
Palm Sunday 4th /5th April
We are looking for volunteers to take part in reading the Passion at the Palm Sunday Masses. If you would like to be involved in this, then please write your name on the sign-up sheet in the church porch. The sign- up sheet will be there until Sunday 22nd March. Easter If you would like to minister at any of …
Hosanna 2020
A cantata in song and mime by Anne Ward. Come and relive the events of Holy Week as we led are from the triumphant entry into Jerusalem, to the devastating crucifixion on Good Friday. Saturday 4th April 2.30pm at St Dunstan’s Catholic Church, Shaftesbury Road, Woking, GU22 7DT For more information, please email woking@abdiocese.org.uk or phone 01483 760652.
Gift Aid Envelopes
The new boxes of Gift Aid envelopes have arrived, so the time has come for all of you who donate that way to decide whether to continue donating that way or switch to Standing Orders. Standing Orders are very simple and very easy to set up. Please consider making the switch. Let me know at giftaid.olqh@hotmail.co.uk which method of donating …
Missio Red Boxes
Thank you to all red box holders. Donations this quarter amounted to £457.49. Paul
Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine, Ireland Celebrating the Feast of St Patrick 16th March 2020
Cost is £599.00 per person sharing. This price includes flights with 10kg hand luggage, all transfers, 4 nights’ in Knock House Hotel with breakfast and dinner. Single room supplement is £100. For further information and bookings, please phone Patricia on 01268 762278 or 07740 175557 or email her at knockpilgrimages@gmail.com
Youth Camp
17th, 18th and 19th February For ages 13 years and above Venue: Bentley Copse Activity Centre, Hound House Road Guildford GU5 9JH A camp for young people to hear the Word of God proclaimed by other youths like themselves in a fun and exciting environment; without any pressure from adults. Sports and games throughout. For more information, please call Melody …
Hosted by our Parish’s Grandparents Group: Saints Helping Us Today
A monthly series of six videos exploring the lives and influence of six great Saints, starting on Wednesday 12th February with “St Patrick – Spreading the Good News”. Filmed on location in Italy, Spain, Ireland, France and the UK, the series shows us how the age-old wisdom and teachings of the Saints can be a very practical help today. …
Charities Committee Report
Total collected in 2019 £23,690.42 A wonderful total and again, a huge vote of thanks to you all for your generosity. Total from April 2004 to December 2019 £442,597.
Evening Prayer for Divorced, Remarried & Separated
Sunday 23rd February at 3pm. All are welcome from the parish community who may be divorced, remarried or separated. Bishop Richard will lead an afternoon of conversation, the celebration of Evening Prayer and afternoon tea. So that we know approximate numbers for catering purposes only please could you send through your name if you are intending to come along. …