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 […]
PREPARATION FOR FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 2027: Parents who are intending to register children for First Holy Communion 2027, please collect a leaflet “PRAYERS IN PREPARATION FOR FIRST HOLY COMMUNION” from the Church porch. These prayers will be helping the children in preparation to receive the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist and a Spiritual Foundation to […]
MESSAGE FROM FR JOHNSON– Dear Parishioners, As I prepare to leave this wonderful parish community due to my VISA expiry, I would like to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you. I have been part of this parish from 2024 to 2026, and these years have been […]
SCHOOL REFERENCES: Parents who are intending to apply for a Catholic Primary/ Secondary school for 2027 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 2026, Primary School: 15th November 2026 Initial Reference form (that can be […]
YOUTH MEETING & MASS: Our next youth group meeting is on Saturday 5th September 2026 at 4.30pm in the Parish hall. Youth between 12yrs-16yrs are invited for an afternoon with Prayer, Worship & building friendship. Youth Mass is at 6.30pm. After Mass there will be a social in the parish Hall. SCHOOL REFERENCES: Parents who […]
Newsletter 23rd August 2026 A Newsletter 23rd August 2026 B HAPPY ANNIVERSARY: We congratulate and pray for Fr Paul who will be celebrating 18years of his ordination on Sunday 23rd August 2026. We keep him in our prayers as he continues doing God’s work here in our parish. Please join Fr Paul after both Sunday […]
SCHOOL REFERANCES: Parents who are intending to apply for a Catholic Primary/ Secondary school for 2027 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 2026, Primary School: 15th November 2026 Initial Reference form (that can […]
SCHOOL REFERANCES: Parents who are intending to apply for a Catholic Primary/ Secondary school for 2027 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 2026, Primary School: 15th November 2026 Initial Reference form (that can be […]
NEXT WEEK IS WORLD DAY FOR GRANDPARENT AND ELDELY 2026: I will never forget you” (Is 49:15) is the theme chosen by Pope Leo XIV for the Sixth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, which seeks to emphasize how God’s love for every person is never lacking, even in the fragility of old age. […]
PARISH SUMMER BBQ We are firing up the charcoal for a cause! Join us for our Summer BBQ Fundraiser on Sunday 12th July 2026 from 11am -2.30pm. There will be BBQ Food, Variety of Salads, Pimm’s Bar with beers, wines and prosecco, soft drinks for sale. Can’t make it? You can still support by donating […]
PARISH SUMMER BBQ: We are firing up the charcoal for a cause! Join us for our Summer BBQ Fundraiser on Sunday 12th July 2026 from 11am -2.30pm. There will be BBQ Food, Variety of Salads, Pimm’s Bar with beers, wines and prosecco, soft drinks for sale. Can’t make it? You can still support by donating […]