Newsletter 2nd February 2025
RENEWAL OF MARRIAGE VOWS MASS: To celebrate National Marriage Week, we are inviting parishioners from across our three linked Parishes to attend the 6pm Mass on Saturday 15th February at Holy Name and renew their marriage vows. We hope people will see this as an occasion to invite family and friends. All are welcome, whether they have been married a few years or several decades.
NO PARKING AVAILABLE AT OLI CHURCH ON THURSDAY 6TH FEBRUARY: Due to repairs to the flagpole.
CHILDRENS LITURGY AT ST AUGUSTINE: Would you be interested in joining the small but very friendly Children's Liturgy team? Other members of the team are always available to assist and no prior experience is required. Either contact Cath Lyons or come out with the children one Sunday to find out more.
BCYS - SUMMER LOURDES PILGRIMAGE: 19th – 26th July 2025 Open to anyone in school year 10 and above. Join the BCYS for our annual pilgrimage to Lourdes, supporting the adult pilgrimage in a week of prayer, service and fun! All details can be found at www.bcys.net/events. Funding and bursary opportunities are available.
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2025: Join Bishop Alan in Lourdes from Friday 18 to Friday 25 July. We can support those with medical needs. For further information, please 'phone Tangney Tours on 01732 886 666 or book online: Brentwood Lourdes Pilgrimage - Tangney Tours
INTER FAITH DIALOGUE: Join Cardinal Michael Fitzgerald as he reflects on 60 years since Nostra Aetate and his work in interfaith relations. The talk takes place on Saturday, 22nd February, at 11 AM at Christ the Eternal High Priest, Gidea Park (RM2 6DH). Entry is free, with refreshments available from 10:30 AM. Please bring a packed lunch. The event will also be live-streamed, and a recording will be available later at www.whatgoodnews.org.
Marriage Alpha: Starting Soon! We’re excited to announce the start of the Marriage Alpha course on Monday, March 3rd, taking place in Canon Wilson Hall. For those unable to attend in person, we also plan to offer an online option. The course is based on material from the well established Alpha brand, used by communities around the world. There’s still time to join as a guest or to volunteer and we’re looking for additional support with welcoming, housekeeping, and catering for one or two evenings. If you’re interested in helping or would like more information, please contact the parish office, for further details.
KNIGHTS RETREAT : The Knights of St Columba are arranging a Retreat to Worth Abbey on the weekend of 7th – 9th March. It will be lead by one of the Servite Sisters on the theme of “Pilgrims of Hope” and we will join the Community for some of their services. The price of £200 includes accommodation and all meals from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday. Single rooms are available if necessary. For more details on how to join us contact Chris at thompsoncjt01@blueyonder.co.uk.
INVITATION TO JOIN US FOR LUNCH AT NEW HALL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Founded in 1978, New Hall Voluntary Service has been dedicated to supporting our local community for over 40 years. We warmly invite members of the parish to join us for lunch and enjoy the wonderful sense of community that New Hall School fosters through our Voluntary Service program. Lunch is served Tuesday to Friday, 1:00pm to 2:00pm, and we currently have availability on Thursdays and Fridays. During lunch, our students not only serve delicious meals but also spend time chatting with guests. If time allows, we often play a friendly game of Bingo or enjoy entertainment provided by our musically talented students, creating a lovely and welcoming atmosphere. Transportation is available, as we currently have spaces on our minibus for collection and drop-off. Alternatively, if you’re able to make your own way to New Hall, that would be greatly appreciated. If you’re interested in joining us for a meal, please contact Kim Baird at 01245 467588. We would love for you to come along and experience this wonderful community spirit with us.
SECONDARY SCHOOL LINK ADVISER: The Diocese of Brentwood is seeking to appoint a Secondary School Link Adviser who is a practising Catholic, to support the Diocesan Board of Education. This is likely to be a part-time post of either 3 or 4 days a week, however, consideration will also be given to applicants who are seeking a full-time opportunity. Further details and an application form can be obtained by emailing victoriabarnes@dioceseofbrentwood.org
WORD ON FIRE UK BIBLE CONFERENCE: Join Bishop Robert Barron and thousands of other Catholics from across the UK for the national conference Evangelisation & Culture: The Bible. Tickets are available for the Friday and Saturday or just a day pass for the Saturday. Date: Friday 21st - Saturday 22nd February 2025 at the Excel Centre, East London. Speakers Include: Bishop Robert Barron, N.T. Wright, Professor Tracey Rowland, Archbishop John Wilson and more.
CARITAS NETWORKING DAY: You are warmly invited to the 2025 Caritas Brentwood Networking Day on Sunday, 9th February, from 2–6 pm at St. Edward the Confessor Church Hall, Romford RM1 4AT. This event is an opportunity to explore the Catholic response to pressing issues such as homelessness, welcoming refugees and migrants, supporting those affected by the Cost of Living Crisis, and addressing climate change.
Join us and Bishop Alan to find inspiration during this Jubilee year, exchange ideas and best practices with parishioners across Essex and East London, and learn about the charities and resources available to support your efforts. Registration is free - find more details at www.caritasbrentwood.org/network.
THE SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: The SVP provides practical help to those in need. If you or someone you know could use support, call us confidentially at 0207 7033030, 07936 579230, or contact the Parish Office. For furniture project donations or assistance, call 0330 0436474.
HOSPITAL AND SICK VISITS: If you or a family member go into hospital, or are sick or housebound, please inform the Parish Office so a priest or the Legion of Mary can visit you.
NO PARKING AVAILABLE AT OLI CHURCH ON THURSDAY 6TH FEBRUARY: Due to repairs to the flagpole.
CHILDRENS LITURGY AT ST AUGUSTINE: Would you be interested in joining the small but very friendly Children's Liturgy team? Other members of the team are always available to assist and no prior experience is required. Either contact Cath Lyons or come out with the children one Sunday to find out more.
BCYS - SUMMER LOURDES PILGRIMAGE: 19th – 26th July 2025 Open to anyone in school year 10 and above. Join the BCYS for our annual pilgrimage to Lourdes, supporting the adult pilgrimage in a week of prayer, service and fun! All details can be found at www.bcys.net/events. Funding and bursary opportunities are available.
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2025: Join Bishop Alan in Lourdes from Friday 18 to Friday 25 July. We can support those with medical needs. For further information, please 'phone Tangney Tours on 01732 886 666 or book online: Brentwood Lourdes Pilgrimage - Tangney Tours
INTER FAITH DIALOGUE: Join Cardinal Michael Fitzgerald as he reflects on 60 years since Nostra Aetate and his work in interfaith relations. The talk takes place on Saturday, 22nd February, at 11 AM at Christ the Eternal High Priest, Gidea Park (RM2 6DH). Entry is free, with refreshments available from 10:30 AM. Please bring a packed lunch. The event will also be live-streamed, and a recording will be available later at www.whatgoodnews.org.
Marriage Alpha: Starting Soon! We’re excited to announce the start of the Marriage Alpha course on Monday, March 3rd, taking place in Canon Wilson Hall. For those unable to attend in person, we also plan to offer an online option. The course is based on material from the well established Alpha brand, used by communities around the world. There’s still time to join as a guest or to volunteer and we’re looking for additional support with welcoming, housekeeping, and catering for one or two evenings. If you’re interested in helping or would like more information, please contact the parish office, for further details.
KNIGHTS RETREAT : The Knights of St Columba are arranging a Retreat to Worth Abbey on the weekend of 7th – 9th March. It will be lead by one of the Servite Sisters on the theme of “Pilgrims of Hope” and we will join the Community for some of their services. The price of £200 includes accommodation and all meals from dinner on Friday to lunch on Sunday. Single rooms are available if necessary. For more details on how to join us contact Chris at thompsoncjt01@blueyonder.co.uk.
INVITATION TO JOIN US FOR LUNCH AT NEW HALL VOLUNTARY SERVICE: Founded in 1978, New Hall Voluntary Service has been dedicated to supporting our local community for over 40 years. We warmly invite members of the parish to join us for lunch and enjoy the wonderful sense of community that New Hall School fosters through our Voluntary Service program. Lunch is served Tuesday to Friday, 1:00pm to 2:00pm, and we currently have availability on Thursdays and Fridays. During lunch, our students not only serve delicious meals but also spend time chatting with guests. If time allows, we often play a friendly game of Bingo or enjoy entertainment provided by our musically talented students, creating a lovely and welcoming atmosphere. Transportation is available, as we currently have spaces on our minibus for collection and drop-off. Alternatively, if you’re able to make your own way to New Hall, that would be greatly appreciated. If you’re interested in joining us for a meal, please contact Kim Baird at 01245 467588. We would love for you to come along and experience this wonderful community spirit with us.
SECONDARY SCHOOL LINK ADVISER: The Diocese of Brentwood is seeking to appoint a Secondary School Link Adviser who is a practising Catholic, to support the Diocesan Board of Education. This is likely to be a part-time post of either 3 or 4 days a week, however, consideration will also be given to applicants who are seeking a full-time opportunity. Further details and an application form can be obtained by emailing victoriabarnes@dioceseofbrentwood.org
WORD ON FIRE UK BIBLE CONFERENCE: Join Bishop Robert Barron and thousands of other Catholics from across the UK for the national conference Evangelisation & Culture: The Bible. Tickets are available for the Friday and Saturday or just a day pass for the Saturday. Date: Friday 21st - Saturday 22nd February 2025 at the Excel Centre, East London. Speakers Include: Bishop Robert Barron, N.T. Wright, Professor Tracey Rowland, Archbishop John Wilson and more.
CARITAS NETWORKING DAY: You are warmly invited to the 2025 Caritas Brentwood Networking Day on Sunday, 9th February, from 2–6 pm at St. Edward the Confessor Church Hall, Romford RM1 4AT. This event is an opportunity to explore the Catholic response to pressing issues such as homelessness, welcoming refugees and migrants, supporting those affected by the Cost of Living Crisis, and addressing climate change.
Join us and Bishop Alan to find inspiration during this Jubilee year, exchange ideas and best practices with parishioners across Essex and East London, and learn about the charities and resources available to support your efforts. Registration is free - find more details at www.caritasbrentwood.org/network.
THE SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY: The SVP provides practical help to those in need. If you or someone you know could use support, call us confidentially at 0207 7033030, 07936 579230, or contact the Parish Office. For furniture project donations or assistance, call 0330 0436474.
HOSPITAL AND SICK VISITS: If you or a family member go into hospital, or are sick or housebound, please inform the Parish Office so a priest or the Legion of Mary can visit you.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SOULS OF THOSE WHO HAVE DIED RECENTLY AND ALL FAMILIES WHO MOURN.
Veronika MHATRE (RIP) Funeral Service on Thursday 6th February at 2:15pm in Our Lady Immaculate Church.
Ann SINCLAIR (RIP) Requiem Mass on Wednesday 12th February at 11am in Our Lady Immaculate Church.
Gerard LUCHINI (RIP) Requiem Mass on Friday 14th February at 10:30am in Our Lady Immaculate Church.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK AND HOUSEBOUND OF OUR PARISHES, (AND ALL WHO ARE SICK.)
Jennifer Bowman, Maureen Byrne, Marie Callahan, Valerie Cummins, Doreen Cornish, Madeleine East, Troy Erickson, Marta Fevola, Mary Fletcher, Michael Hoare, Mike Healy, Shelia Hughes, John Grainger, Robert Godfrey, Connor Hickey, Maureen Leatherdale, Stuart Lucas, Margaret Lowrey, Anne Lowden, Maura Magee, Barry Mayo, Sarah & Henry McKeon, Monica McShane, Donny McColl, Grazia Paola, Christine Staines, John Rees, Patrick Waters, Anja Welsh-Smyth, Gayle Williams, Shirley Willis and Ian Wiseman.
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