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 […]
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 […]
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY VANBRUGH CONCERT: Sunday 25th January 2026 at 6.30pm we shall be having the Vanbrugh Baroque Concert in the Church. Admission is free, all donation on the day go towards the Church Maintenance. BREAKFAST & COFFEE MORNING: Monday 26th January 2026 after the 9.30am there will be English Breakfast with Tea/coffee in […]
Newsletter 18th Jan 2026 A Newsletter 18th Jan 2026 B PEACE SUNDAY: PAX CHRISTI: Today is Peace Sunday. Pope Leo has announced the theme – ‘Peace be with you all: Towards an ‘unarmed and disarming peace’ – and we are putting together liturgy and prayer resources to help you mark the day and reflect on this vital theme in your […]
GE’EZ RITE (ERITREAN) CHRISTMAS: The Eritrean community will be celebrating Christmas with the parish on Sunday, 11 January 2026, at 9:30am and 11:30am. They would like to use this occasion to fundraise for the Church. Eritrean food and coffee will be available, with the following prices: Lunch: £3.50, Coffee: 50p, Wine: 50p, Juice: 50p Newsletter […]
FEAST OF THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD: Tuesday 6th January 2026 is the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord. It is a Holy day of Obligation. Mass will be at 9.30am in the Morning & 7.30pm in the evening. MASS ATTENDANCE: Parents who wishing to apply for a Catholic Primary or Secondary School […]
MESSAGE FROM FR PAUL On behalf of the Parish team and Fr Johnson I would like to wish all the parishioners a Very Merry Christmas. May the joy and peace Jesus bring us, sustain you in your Family life and relationships. God Bless you. Please accept my deepest gratitude to all who volunteered and ministered […]
CHRISTMAS/ NEW YEAR SERVICES Wednesday 24th December Christmas Eve Children’s Mass 5.30pm Carols & Midnight Mass 11.30pm Thursday 25th December Christmas Day 9am & 11.30am Mass 10.30am St Mary’s Care Home (For Residents only) Friday 26th December Feast of St Stephen, First Martyr 8am Adoration and 9.30am Mass Saturday 27th December 10am Morning […]
Christmas/ New Year Services Saturday 13th December Christmas Dinner for Less Privileged 12pm-3pm Sunday 14th December Parish Christmas Concert 5pm Friday 19th December Advent Penitential Service 7pm Wednesday […]
CHRISTMAS FAYRE: We would like express our gratitude to all who helped at the last Sunday’s Christmas Fayre. From setting up, helping and tiding. Especially: Kitchen: Teri & Jean, Kids Stall- Joyce, Face Painting- Mary, Kids Nail Painting- Alana & Zara, Craft- Mary S, Diane, Agnes O & Marian, Brci-a Brac- Agnes Y, Sonia, Supem […]
Concert 2025 PARISH CHRITSMAS CONCERT: Our parish Christmas Concert is on Sunday 14th December 2025 at 5pm. Come and celebrate the festive season with singing, readings and performances from some of our parish communities. All proceeds go towards the Church Maintenance. Tickets are on sale after all weekend Masses. Ticket includes a glass of mulled […]