Mass is celebrated this week on Monday, Wednesday,Thursday and Friday at 9:30am. Please note there is No Mass on Tuesday.
NEWS FROM FR ADRIAN
Dear Friends
Many thanks for your prayers, kind messages and cards during my time of sick leave. I have returned to parish work this weekend on ‘light duties’ for a while.
Please know you have been in my prayers during the last few weeks as well.
With every blessing for Advent
Fr. Adrian
MISSO COFFEE MORNING
There will be a MISSO coffee morning this weekend( 1st December, 2024) after both 9:00am & 11:00am masses. Please can boxholders bring your boxes to be emptied on the day and give to Catherine Daly. Please support and enjoy the coffee, tea & cake.
WORLD YOUTH SUNDAY- NOTE FROM BRENTWOOD DIOCESE
A huge Thank you to everyone who was able to support our World Youth Sunday appeal last weekend. We have already heard lots of positive feedback from young people, families and parishioners which really is a fantastic reflection on the youth of our Diocese.
CHRISTMAS NATIVITY
We are starting rehearsals for our wonderful Christmas Nativity which takes place at the 5pm Christmas Eve Mass. The rehearsal dates will be the 1st (this date will be used to assign the parts) 8th, 15th and 22nd December straight after 11am Mass. These generally will last no longer than 30 minutes. If your child would like a part in the Nativity please come along to our first rehearsal date on the 1st December 2024. Should you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us on 07946138307. Sam and Danielle.
PARISH PRO LIFE GROUP MEETING
The next meeting takes place in the upper room (The Retreat) of the Parish Centre on Monday 2nd December 7.15 – 8.45pm. Please keep this date in your diary. Any questions please ring Paul 07861032174.
LITURGICAL EVENTS BRENTWOOD CATHEDRAL
Canon John Harvey, Dean of Brentwood Cathedral, would like to inform you of the following liturgical events which will take place in the Cathedral. Everyone is welcome!
Sunday 1 December, 4 p.m. Inauguration of Advent Sunday
Sunday 22 December , 4p.m. Nine Lessons & Carols
AN EVENING OF RECONCILIATION
An evening of Reconciliation is at Immaculate Conception Church in Epping on Tuesday 10th December at 7:30pm. A number of priests will be available to hear confessions.
WINTER COAT COLLECTION -THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PARISHIONER’S
Dear Parishoner’s I wanted to drop a note to say a huge “thank you” for all the coats that were collected. In total, our parishioners donated 92 coats which is a massive achievement. To know that we will keep 92 people that bit warmer this Winter is such a success.
Thank you again
Clare
ASSISTED SUICIDE PETITION
Dear Parishoner’s Many thanks to the 117 people who recently took the took the time to sign the petition opposing the Assisted Suicide Bill. These petitions were presented to Neil Hudson, MP.
A CELTIC CHRISTMAS
Soprano Caitlin Downie is performing a selection of Celtic Christmas music at Redbridge Drama Studio in South Woodford on Sunday 8 December at 3:00pm. This Christmas enjoy cherished carols sung with an ethereal beauty and performed on traditional instruments. Featuring beloved songs such as Joy to the World, The Holly and the Ivy and We Three Kings, this is Christmas music entwined with ancient festive folk tunes. Tickets are available at: https://caitlindownie.com/tickets. Please be sure to select the correct venue when booking..
BAPTISMS
If there are parents wishing to have their children baptised at St. Edmund of Canterbury please could you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe as soon as possible. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm
FOOD BANK DONATIONS
The box for food donations is now tucked away in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church).Thank you very much for making donations, they are greatly needed at the moment.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK
Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Amelia Burns, Lyn Povey and all our loved ones who are unwell.
The Brentwood Diocesan Trust / Registered Charity No. 234092
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe 24th November, 2024
Solemnity (Youth Sunday)
WEEKDAY MASS TIMES THIS WEEK
Weekday Masses this week are on Wednesday at 12:15pm, and Thursday and Friday at 9:30am, Please note there is no Mass on Monday or Tuesday and that the Mass on Wednesday is at 12:15pm. Thank you.
NEWS FROM FR ADRIAN
Dear Friends
I had a hospital procedure a few weeks ago which went well, and I am currently on sick leave whilst I recover. I have a follow-up procedure soon and hope to return to ministry later this week. I am grateful to the Franciscan Friars at Woodford and the La Salette Fathers who have been covering Masses. Thank you, also, for your prayers and good wishes.
If you are seeking a priest in an emergency, please call one of the local parishes, either in Epping – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 020 8504 1688. Please also consult those parishes if you would like to go to Confession whilst I am on sick leave.
The Parish Office will continue as normal for administrative enquiries from mid-morning until early afternoon on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Please keep me in your prayers and know that you remain in mine.
God bless you all
Fr. Adrian
WORLD YOUTH SUNDAY
This weekend is World Youth Sunday – a unique opportunity to celebrate the role and significance of young people in the Catholic Church.
There will be a second collection after all the masses to support the work of the Brentwood Catholic Youth Service, as well as the opportunity to hear more about their work.
Find out more at www.bcys.net , searching @brentwoodcys or if you are able to, you can donate online at www.bcys.net/donate . Thank you.
MASSES FOR OUR DECEASED FRIENDS AND RELATIVES IN NOVEMBER
During the month of November, we remember those who have died in a special way. We support them with our prayers and Masses, that the Lord will bring them quickly into the fullness of his presence.
There are envelopes available at the back of the church for Masses for our deceased loved ones. Please fill in the names of those you would like to pray for on paper and enclose it in the envelope with any offering you would like to make. Please then post your envelope through the presbytery door. A basket with the envelopes will be placed by the altar at Masses from 2 November for the whole month.
CHRISTMAS NATIVITY
We are starting rehearsals for our wonderful Christmas Nativity which takes place at the 5pm Christmas Eve Mass. The rehearsal dates will be the 1st (this date will be used to assign the parts) 8th, 15th and 22nd December straight after 11am Mass. These generally will last no longer than 30 minutes. If your child would like a part in the Nativity please come along to our first rehearsal date on the 1st December 2024. Should you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us on 07946138307. Sam and Danielle.
GRAND PRIZE DRAW WITH CHRISTMAS HAMPERS
Join us for Coffee and Cake from 12 Noon on Sunday 15th December in the Parish Hall for our annual Grand Prize Draw with Christmas Hampers.
We would be most grateful for Grand prize and Hamper donations. The parish have always been very generous over the years.
All donations can be dropped off at the Presbytery or in the box placed in the Church porch from next week.
Thanking you all in anticipation.
PARISH PRO LIFE GROUP MEETING
The next meeting takes place in the upper room (The Retreat) of the Parish Centre on Monday 2nd December 7.15 – 8.45pm. Please keep this date in your diary. Any questions please ring Paul 07861032174.
MISSO COFFEE MORNING
There will be a MISSO coffee morning on 1st December, 2024 after both 9:00am & 11:00am masses. Please can boxholders bring your boxes to be emptied on the day and give to Catherine Daly. Please support and enjoy the coffee,tea & cake.
AN EVENING OF RECONCILIATION
An evening of Reconciliation is at Immaculate Conception Church in Epping on Tuesday 10th December at 7:30pm. A number of priests will be available to hear confessions.
A CELTIC CHRISTMAS
Soprano Caitlin Downie is performing a selection of Celtic Christmas music at Redbridge Drama Studio in South Woodford on Sunday 8 December at 3:00pm. This Christmas enjoy cherished carols sung with an ethereal beauty and performed on traditional instruments. Featuring beloved songs such as Joy to the World, The Holly and the Ivy and We Three Kings, this is Christmas music entwined with ancient festive folk tunes. Tickets are available at: https://caitlindownie.com/tickets. Please be sure to select the correct venue when booking.
CHURCH CLEAN
There will be a Group Church Clean this Thursday 28th November at 10am. Please come and help us keep our Church clean. Thank you.
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PARISHIONERS
On behalf of our two choirs and, of course, our Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society bear mascot ‘Ed the Ted’, thank you all so much for putting your money in our collection boxes after the masses last weekend. The great sum of £304.50 was collected and this is already in the hands of BCCS. Back in the summer, we collected £340 in our boxes, plus there were some scanned donations, so we reckon the total amount collected for BCCS is in the region of £700, a great result for such a small bear!
BCCS has asked us to pass on their grateful thanks for this and the many other ways our Parish continues to support the invaluable work of BCCS in helping children and families in need across our Diocese. Thanks again!
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, HUTTON
ARE LOOKING TO APPOINT A DEPUTY HEADTEACHER FOR APRIL 2025
The Divine Mercy Apostalate, London is holding a Divine Mercy Lenten Retreat on Saturday 30 November 2024 from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm at St Scholastica 17 Kenninghall Road Clapton London E5 8BS
The Retreat will include teachings on the Message of Mercy, Stations of the Cross, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus. All Welcome. Please call millie on 07957594646 for more information
BRENTWOOD CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S SOCIETY
This November, Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society is pleased to re-launch their virtual Tree of Angels which will allow you to light up a symbolic angel on a virtual Christmas tree in memory of a loved one who has died while making a donation to the work of BCCS. Please visit www.bccs.org.uk and click on the Christmas tab where you will see ‘Tree of Angels’. You can read more about this initiative and can click onto the Tree of Angels portal to make your dedication and secure donation. If you have any questions about lighting an angel, please contact Damian ddillon@bccs.org.uk.
ASSISTED SUICIDE BILL
Please take a look at Cardinal Vincent Nichols’ pastoral letter about the forthcoming Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill to be debated in parliament. Here is a link to the Cardinal’s thoughts and some resources to use to oppose the bill.
If you would like to receive the Parish Newsletter via E-mail each week, please contact Iain McLay bloggeriain@gmail.com. The Parish Newsletter can also be obtained and downloaded from the Parish website https://stedmundsloughton.org.uk
The newsletter is published on a Saturday Morning.
BAPTISMS
If there are parents wishing to have their children baptised at St. Edmund’s please could you kindly contact your parish priest Fr Adrian Lowe as soon as possible. For first time parents there is a Baptismal Programme run by Mrs Sharon Chalk. Baptisms take place on Saturdays at 12.30pm
FOOD BANK DONATIONS
The box for food donations is now tucked away in the parent and baby room (to the left as you enter the church). Thank you very much for making donations, they are greatly needed at the moment.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK
Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Amelia Burns, Lyn Povey and all our loved ones who are unwell.
IN CASES OF EMERGENCY
If there is no answer from the parish phone and you are seeking a priest in an emergency, please call one of the local parishes, either in Epping – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 020 8504 1688.
MASS INTENTIONS ARE ON THE WEBSITE, BACK OF THE CHURCH NOTICE BOARD, AND IN THE OUTSIDE DISPLAY CASE.
Mass will be celebrated, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30am. Please note there will be NO MASS on Tuesday and Thursday this week.
NEWS FROM FR ADRIAN
Dear Friends
I had a hospital procedure this week which went well and I am currently on sick leave whilst I recover. I have a follow-up procedure the week of 25th November and hope to return to ministry later that week. I am grateful to the Franciscan Friars at Woodford and the La Salette Fathers who are covering Masses during this time.
Thank you also for your prayers and good wishes.
If you are seeking a priest in an emergency, please call one of the local parishes, either in Epping – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 020 8504 1688. Please also consult those parishes if you would like to go to Confession whilst I am on sick leave.
The Parish Office will continue as normal for administrative enquiries from mid-morning until early afternoon on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Please keep me in your prayers and know that you remain in mine.
God bless you all
Fr. Adrian
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY
A very big “Thank you” to everyone who supported the Loughton Remembrance Day service and to all the helpers and volunteers who worked in the Church Hall serving delicious soup and cakes in support of the Royal British Legion remembering all those who fought for our freedom.
MASSES FOR OUR DECEASED FRIENDS AND RELATIVES IN NOVEMBER
During the month of November, we remember those who have died in a special way. We support them with our prayers and Masses, that the Lord will bring them quickly into the fullness of his presence.
There are envelopes available at the back of the church for Masses for our deceased loved ones. Please fill in the names of those you would like to pray for on paper and enclose it in the envelope with any offering you would like to make. Please then post your envelope through the presbytery door. A basket with the envelopes will be placed by the altar at Masses from 2 November for the whole month.
PARISH PRO LIFE GROUP MEETING
The next meeting takes place in the upper room (The Retreat) of the Parish Centre on Monday 2nd December 7.15 – 8.45pm. Please keep this date in your diary.
Any questions please ring Paul 07861032174.
GRAND PRIZE DRAW WITH CHRISTMAS HAMPERS
Join us for Coffee and Cake from 12 Noon on Sunday 15th December in the Parish Hall for our annual Grand Prize Draw with Christmas Hampers.
We would be most grateful for Grand prize and Hamper donations.The parish have always been very generous over the years.
All donations can be dropped off at the Presbytery or in the box placed in the Church porch from next week.
Thanking you all in anticipation.
ASSISTED SUICIDE BILL
Please take a look at Cardinal Vincent Nichols’ pastoral letter about the forthcoming Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill to be debated in parliament. Here is a link to the Cardinal’s thoughts and some resources to use to oppose the bill.
This year is the 40th anniversary of the Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society. As a fun way of supporting the great work of BCCS, our two choirs for this year adopted a cuddly bear mascot, and we occasionally put some money in a collection box for the benefit of BCCS. You may also remember that, earlier this year, parishioners kindly contributed to our collection. Fr. Adrian has kindly agreed that we can have another parishioner collection after the masses on 16th and 17th November and we’ll be shaking the box in the church porch (if cold!) or outside. Any contribution from you, small or large, will be much appreciated.
Thank you very much!
WORLD YOUTH SUNDAY
Please note the weekend of 23rd & 24th November is World Youth Sunday ( BCYS & Walsingham House) and there will be a 2nd collection after all the masses.
MISSO COFFEE MORNING
There will be a MISSO coffee morning on 1st December, 2024 after both 9:00am & 11:00am masses. Please can boxholders bring your boxes to be emptied on the day and give to Catherine Daly. Please support and enjoy the coffee, tea & cake.
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, HUTTON
ARE LOOKING TO APPOINT A DEPUTY HEADTEACHER FOR APRIL 2025
Calling London is a charity that collects unwanted coats and distributes to those people who are in need of one. One of our parishioners is reaching out to ask if you have any unused or unwanted coats at hone to please consider donating to this worthwhile cause. All types of warm coats are needed for all ages.
They only ask that the coat is still in a wearable condition. If you can donate a coat, there will a box in the entrance of the church during the weekend 16th & 17th November to collect them.
Many thanks in advance for your kind donations, it is very much appreciated.
EXPLORER SCOUTS FUNDRAISING FOR AUSTRALIA
For our next and final event, we are hosting a Quiz night in the church hall on
Saturday 16 November, tickets are £5 per player. Tickets are available from Sam Gell on 07956 449704 or email 7ef.parcom@gmail.com or look out for us at the weekend masses. Please come along and join in the fun and help our Explorer Scouts on their way to Australia! Thank you.
THE DIVINE MERCY APOSTALATE, LONDON
The Divine Mercy Apostalate, London is holding a Divine Mercy Lenten Retreat on Saturday 30 November 2024 from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm at St Scholastica 17 Kenninghall Road Clapton London E5 8BS
The Retreat will include teachings on the Message of Mercy, Stations of the Cross, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus. All Welcome. Please call millie on 07957594646 for more information
BRENTWOOD CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S SOCIETY
This November, Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society is pleased to re-launch their virtual Tree of Angels which will allow you to light up a symbolic angel on a virtual Christmas tree in memory of a loved one who has died while making a donation to the work of BCCS. Please visit www.bccs.org.uk and click on the Christmas tab where you will see ‘Tree of Angels’. You can read more about this initiative and can click onto the Tree of Angels portal to make your dedication and secure donation. If you have any questions about lighting an angel, please contact Damian ddillon@bccs.org.uk
PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK
Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Amelia Burns, Lyn Povey and all our loved ones who are unwell.
Mass will be celebrated, Monday, Thursday and Friday at 9:30am. Please note there will
NO MASS on Tuesday or Wednesday this week.
MESSAGE FROM FR ADRIAN
Dear Friends
I am having a routine hospital procedure this week and have been advised to take two weeks to rest and recover. I am grateful to the Franciscan Friars at Woodford and the La Salette Fathers who will be covering Masses during this time.
If you are seeking a priest in an emergency, please call one of the local parishes, either in Epping – Tel 01992 572516, or the St. Thomas of Canterbury Friary at Woodford Green – Tel: 020 8504 1688. Please also consult those parishes if you would like to go to Confession whilst I am on sick leave.
The Parish Office will continue as normal for administrative enquiries from mid-morning until early afternoon on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
Please keep me in your prayers and know that you remain in mine.
God bless you all
Fr. Adrian
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY
The 10th November is Remembrance Sunday. The 11am mass will be a Requiem for the dead of the two world wars. Following the mass, at 12:15pm there will be the traditional Loughton Remembrance service at Kings Green by the war memorial with the local community and local children’s uniform groups. All are welcome. After the service everyone parades back to our church hall for soup and cake .Please do try and join us for this important day.
If anyone would like to bake or make a soup to donate, they will always be gratefully received.
* All cakes and soups must have an ingredients list; Thank you!
Please note that Fr. Adrian will be leaving straight after Mass for this service.
MASSES FOR OUR DECEASED FRIENDS AND RELATIVES IN NOVEMBER
During the month of November, we remember those who have died in a special way. We support them with our prayers and Masses, that the Lord will bring them quickly into the fullness of his presence.
There are envelopes available at the back of the church for Masses for our deceased loved ones. Please fill in the names of those you would like to pray for on paper and enclose it in the envelope with any offering you would like to make. Please then post your envelope through the presbytery door. A basket with the envelopes will be placed by the altar at Masses from 2 November for the whole month.
ASSISTED SUICIDE BILL
Please take a look at Cardinal Vincent Nichols’ pastoral letter about the forthcoming Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill to be debated in parliament. Here is a link to the Cardinal’s thoughts and some resources to use to oppose the bill.
This year is the 40th anniversary of the Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society. As a fun way of supporting the great work of BCCS, our two choirs for this year adopted a cuddly bear mascot, and we occasionally put some money in a collection box for the benefit of BCCS. You may also remember that, earlier this year, parishioners kindly contributed to our collection. Fr. Adrian has kindly agreed that we can have another parishioner collection after the masses on 16th and 17th November and we’ll be shaking the box in the church porch (if cold!) or outside. Any contribution from you, small or large, will be much appreciated. Thank you very much!
VOCATIONS EVENING FOR ENQUIRERS
The next “Enquirers’ Evening” for those considering or interested in a vocation to the priesthood is on Tuesday 12 November at Brentwood Cathedral. The speaker will be Mgr Gordon Read.
For further information please contact Fr Mark Swires: vocprom@brcdt.org
WORLD YOUTH SUNDAY
Please note the weekend of 23rd & 24th November is World Youth Sunday ( BCYS & Walsingham House) and there will be a 2nd collection after all the masses.
GRAND PRIZE DRAW WITH CHRISTMAS HAMPERS
Join us for Coffee and Cake from 12 Noon on Sunday 15th December in the Parish Hall for our annual Grand Prize Draw with Christmas Hampers.
We would be most grateful for Grand prize and Hamper donations. The parish have always been very generous over the years.
All donations can be dropped off at the Presbytery or in the box placed in the Church porch from next week. Thanking you all in anticipation.
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, HUTTON
ARE LOOKING TO APPOINT A DEPUTY HEADTEACHER FOR APRIL 2025
Calling London is a charity that collects unwanted coats and distributes to those people who are in need of one. One of our parishioners is reaching out to ask if you have any unused or unwanted coats at hone to please consider donating to this worthwhile cause. All types of warm coats are needed for all ages.
They only ask that the coat is still in a wearable condition. If you can donate a coat, there will a box in the entrance of the church during the weekends of 9th & 10th and 16th & 17th November to collect them.
Many thanks in advance for your kind donations, it is very much appreciated.
EXPLORER SCOUTS FUNDRAISING FOR AUSTRALIA
For our next and final event, we are hosting a Quiz night in the church hall on
Saturday 16 November, tickets are £5 per player. Tickets are available from Sam Gell on 07956 449704 or email 7ef.parcom@gmail.com or look out for us at the weekend masses. Please come along and join in the fun and help our Explorer Scouts on their way to Australia! Thank you.
MARANATHA
Our next meeting is on Thursday 15th November, at the Sion Community, Sawyers Hall Lane, Brentwood, CM15 9BX. Come and join us for Mass, Eucharistic Adoration and Prayer and Praise, everyone is very welcome. Mass begins at 7.00pm and the evening ends at 9.00 followed by refreshments in the dining hall and an opportunity to meet other parishioners in our Diocese.
MISSO COFFEE MORNING
There will be a MISSO coffee morning on 1st December, 2024 after both 9:00am & 11:00am masses. Please can boxholders bring your boxes to be emptied on the day and give to Catherine Daly. Please support and enjoy the coffee, tea & cake.
A NOTE FROM CATHERINE – MISSO
A note to say thank you for your support of the last MISSO coffee morning and let you know that the total raised was £282.30 from the raffle and refreshments. Thank you for your generosity. I hope you will be able to join us on 1st December ( see note above) for our final collection of the year.
Thank you,
Catherine
THE DIVINE MERCY APOSTALATE, LONDON
The Divine Mercy Apostalate, London is holding a Divine Mercy Lenten Retreat on Saturday 30 November 2024 from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm at St Scholastica 17 Kenninghall Road Clapton London E5 8BS
The Retreat will include teachings on the Message of Mercy, Stations of the Cross, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus. All Welcome. Please call millie on 07957594646 for more information
PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK
EMargaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Amelia Burns, Lyn Povey and all our loved ones who are unwell.
Mass will be celebrated, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:30am. Please Note Mass on Thursday will be at 9:00am.
MASSES FOR OUR DECEASED FRIENDS AND RELATIVES IN NOVEMBER
During the month of November, we remember those who have died in a special way. We support them with our prayers and Masses, that the Lord will bring them quickly into the fullness of his presence.
There are envelopes available at the back of the church for Masses for our deceased loved ones. Please fill in the names of those you would like to pray for on paper and enclose it in the envelope with any offering you would like to make. Please then post your envelope through the presbytery door. A basket with the envelopes will be placed by the altar at Masses from 2 November for the whole month.
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY
The 11am Mass will be a Requiem for the dead of the two world wars. The Loughton Remembrance Service follows at 12:15pm by the war memorial. All are welcome. Please note that Fr. Adrian will be leaving straight after Mass for this service.
ASSISTED SUICIDE BILL
Please take a look at Cardinal Vincent Nichols’ pastoral letter about the forthcoming Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults Bill to be debated in parliament. Here is a link to the Cardinal’s thoughts and some resources to use to oppose the bill.
BRENTWOOD CHILDREN’S SOCIETY COLLECTION 16th & 17th NOVEMBER
There will be a collection for the Brentwood Children’s Society after the masses on the weekend of 16th & 17th November. Ferdi will be outside with the Bear and any donations are greatly appreciated to go towards this good cause.
CERTIFICATES OF PRACTICE FOR SCHOOLS
Parents who are applying to a Catholic school for their children should please bring a completed certificate of Catholic practice to Father Adrian after the Sunday Mass they usually attend. Information and certificates can be found here:
Calling London is a charity that collects unwanted coats and distributes to those people who are in need of one. One of our parishioners is reaching out to ask if you have any unused or unwanted coats at hone to please consider donating to this worthwhile cause. All types of warm coats are needed for all ages.
They only ask that the coat is still in a wearable condition. If you can donate a coat, there will a box in the entrance of the church during the weekends of the 9th & 10th and 16th & 17th November to collect them.
Many thanks in advance for your kind donations, it is very much appreciated.
EXPLORER SCOUTS FUNDRAISING FOR AUSTRALIA
For our next and final event, we are hosting a Quiz night in the church hall on Saturday 16 November, tickets are £5 per player. Tickets are available from Sam Gell on 07956 449704 or email 7ef.parcom@gmail.com or look out for us at the weekend masses. Please come along and join in the fun and help our Explorer Scouts on their way to Australia! Thank you.
WORLD YOUTH SUNDAY
Please note the weekend of 23rd & 24th November is World Youth Sunday ( BCYS & Walsingham House) and there will be a 2nd collection after all the masses.
MISSO COFFEE MORNING
There will be a MISSO coffee morning on 1st December, 2024 after both 9:00am & 11:00am masses. Please can boxholders bring your boxes to be emptied on the day and give to Catherine Daly. Please support and enjoy the coffee, tea & cake.
PARISH PRO LIFE GROUP MEETING
The next meeting takes place in the upper room (The Retreat) of the Parish Centre on Monday 4 November 7.15 – 8.45. Please keep this date in your diary.
Any questions please ring Paul 07861032174.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE SICK Margaret Baldwin, Evelyn Bearne, Karl Britz, Brenda Bryant, Bernadette Hall, Ann Hawkes, Claire Howes, Angela Long, Lilian Mothersole, John McKernan, Remy, Geraldine Taylor, James Wright, Pamela Gibson, Geraldine Stains, Linda Moriarty, Andrew Godsave, Victoria Leahy, Jean Collins, Barbara Searl, Amelia Burns, Lyn Povey and all our loved ones who are unwell.
