Święconka (pronounced [ɕfjɛnˈt͡sɔnka]), meaning “the blessing of the Easter baskets”, is one of the most enduring and beloved Polish traditions on Holy Saturday during Easter. With roots dating back to the early history of Poland, it is also observed by expatriate and their descendants Poles in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Sweden and other Polish communities in the world. The foods in […]
Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, has announced that he will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of our Blessed Lady on Friday, 25 March, the Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord (‘Lady Day’). This will occur during a ‘Celebration of Penance’ over which he will preside at 5 pm (Rome time) in […]
The lesson for children preparing for their First Holy Communion is on Saturday 08th January 2022 at 9.30 am in the Parish Hall.
We have unexpectedly encountered a small problem with the Southwark Diocesan YouTube account. Many parishes will happily have their own live streams, but if you were planning to promote or use the Christmas Mass live streams from St George’s Cathedral, we now have a new Livestream link for Midnight Mass of the Nativity of the Lord […]
Covid-19 Omicron variant – Guidance for Churches With respect to the current situation with the omicron variant it is important to ensure the following points are followed in our churches: That people displaying any symptoms of covid-19 should stay at home and not travel to church or participate in person. That hand sanitiser is available to […]
JUBILEE YEAR PILGRIMAGE: To mark the Jubilee Year of hope as a parish we will be going to our diocesan Cathedral St George’s on Thursday 27th November 2025. We will be leaving at 10.30am and taking the159 bus to Imperial War Museum, from there it will be a short walk to the Cathedral. Programme includes […]
JUBILEE YEAR PILGRIMAGE: To mark the Jubilee Year of hope as a parish we will be going to our diocesan Cathedral St George’s on Thursday 27th November 2025. We will be leaving at 10.30am and taking the159 bus to Imperial War Museum, from there it will be a short walk to the Cathedral. Programme includes […]
Today we honour the bravery and sacrifice of the men & women whose lives have been lost or forever changed while fighting for OUR Freedom. Grant Eternal Happiness O Lord and May they Rest in Peace! Newsletter 9th Nov 2025 A Newsletter 9th Nov 2025 B QUIZ NIGHT: English Martyrs Church Quiz night is back! […]
ALL SOULS DAY: This year it will be on Monday 3rd November 2025. This is the commemoration of All Souls when we call to mind all who have died and need our prayers as they journey towards heaven. Not only do we remember those whom we have loved and lost but also those who have […]
REMEMBRANCE ALTAR During the Month of November there will be Remembrance Altar in the Church where you can put a photo of your deceased loved ones and you can place your Holy Souls Envelopes with your donation in the Box provided. Masses for Holy Souls will be offered during the whole year. Please hand over […]
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY Today we celebrate World Mission Sunday. By our Baptism we have become living members of the Church: together we have received the mission to bring the Gospel to everyone. Empowered by the Holy Spirit, Jesus sends us to share his Gospel with those who have never encountered it. As a world on […]
MONTH OF THE ROSARY: The month of October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary, one of the best known of all Catholic devotions. The Rosary, at its core, is a contemplative prayer where we meditate on the life, passion, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ through the eyes of His beloved mother, the […]
MONTH OF THE ROSARY: The month of October is dedicated to the Holy Rosary, one of the best known of all Catholic devotions. October includes the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary (October 7). The Rosary, at its core, is a contemplative prayer where we meditate on the life, passion, death, and resurrection of […]
Newsletter 28th Sep 2025 A Newsletter 28th Sep 2025 B INVITATION TO GROW IN FAITH- DISCOVERY- You may be aware that the diocese of Southwark is undertaking a programme of evangelisation. This programme is calling each of to respond “Let it be your chief study to put the Gospel into practice.” Jean Baptiste De La […]
SCHOOL REFERANCES: Parents who are intending to apply for a Catholic Primary/ Secondary school for 2026 September entry, please send the following documents to the parish office. Please do not email the documents to the office. Closing date for Secondary School: 30th September 2025, Primary School: 16th November 2025 Initial Reference form (that can be […]