RACIAL JUSTICE SUNDAY: Sunday 1st February 2026 is Racial Justice Sunday. This special celebration will be led by Archbishop John Wilson, who will preside over the 10:00 AM Mass at St George’s Cathedral, Southwark. To mark this occasion in a spirit of unity and cultural diversity, we encourage attendees to wear traditional attire and, where possible, bring a flag representing their country of origin. This will be a beautiful expression of the universal nature of our Church and our shared commitment to justice and inclusion. Following the Mass, refreshments will be served in Amigo Hall, offering an opportunity for fellowship and conversation. There will be second collection to support the work of the Catholic Church to promote racial; justice in our schools, parishes and in the wider Society.
There will be a second collection on 31st January/1st February 2026 weekend.
THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD: Monday 2nd February is the Feast of The Presentation of the Lord or presentation of Christ in the Temple , the occasion when the Virgin Mary, in obedience to Jewish law, went to the Temple in Jerusalem both to be purified 40 days after the birth of her son, Jesus, and to present him to God as her firstborn. The feast focuses on Jesus’ early life. According to the New Testament gospel, a Jewish man named Simeon held the baby in his arms and said that he would be a light for the Gentiles (Luke 2:32). It is for this reason that this event is called Candlemas. Christians consider Jesus as the “light of the world” so it is fitting that candles are blessed on this day, please do bring a candle or take one from the porch.
BLESSING OF THROATS: Monday 3rd February 2026 is the Feast of St Blaise. Blessing of the Throats ceremony will be held after the 9.30am Mass.