Holy Cross Catholic Church

PENTECOST SUNDAY Yr B  

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

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PENTECOST SUNDAY Yr B  

SAT. 18th May St John I, Pope & Martyr	18:30	Chantalle & Charlton Special Intentions
SUN. 19th May PENTECOST Sunday	08:00	Bridget, Eddie & Family Intentions
	09:30	Georgiana Uzochukwu – RIP
	11:00	Greta & Lino Soares – RIP
	18:30	Yann Guiho- BD Intentions
Mon. 20th May Mary, Mother Of The Church	08:00	People Of The Parish
	10:00	Fr Henry- BD & Wellbeing
Tue. 21ST May St Christopher Of Magallanes & Companions, Martyrs	08:00
	10:00	Ann Pettingell – RIP
Wed. 22ND May St Rita Of Cascia	08:00
	10:00
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 23RD May. Our Lord Jesus, Eternal High Priest, Feast	08:00
	10:00
Fri. 24th May.	08:00
	12:00	Jean Marie Colin – Good Health
SAT. 25th May St Bede The Venerable	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:00	Adoration And Benediction
	10:00	Rose Mc Donagh Intentions
	18:00	Confirmation Children
SUN. 26th May The Most Holy Trinity	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Santhana Sebastian Pillai – RIP
	11:00
	18:30

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:   Every day: 7am-8am : Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am,

 No 6:30pm Mass next Saturday due to Confirmation, please note that they will be no space available at that Mass. keep the children in your prayers.

This Weekend, second collection for Christian Aid.

Fr Vincent

We welcome Fr Vincent our new assistant priest who will be staying for a while. Thank you.

Happy Birthday Fr Henry

We wish Fr Henry a very Happy Birthday on Mon. 20^th May.

Please keep him in your prayers. Thank you, Father Henry, for all the good you do, we are grateful. May God continue to fill your days with health and happiness!

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Safeguarding

Parents must accompany their children into the toilet for their own safety please.

Save the date: Friday 5th July 2024: 7.00pm

Fire Marshals Training

All the stewards, ushers, group leaders and volunteers should attend. Thank you.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

We will resume the Children’s Liturgy group on Sun 12 May 2024.  We look forward to resuming our sessions then. Thank you for your invaluable support, especially to all children, parents and volunteers who contributed to the smooth running of the sessions

Join us for Bible study. Mon. June 10^th at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions.

See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Gift Aid Boxes

Please collect your gift Aid box in the porch. Thank you for your support.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group -. 9.00 am-10.15am

Monday 20^th May

Monday 10^th & 24^th June

Parish families please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

 WE DARE TO SAY

Pope Francis has designated 2024 as a year of prayer for the Jubilee Year of 2025

He has particularly asked us to explore the prayer ‘Our Father…’

You are warmly invited to a 5 weeks course ‘We Dare to Say’, led by the Parish Evangelisation Team, using Art and Scripture to go more deeply into the prayer.

The dates are Thursdays June 20th, 27th, July 4th, 11th and 18th. @ 7.30 pm in the Parish Hall. The only charge is the Course Booklet at £5.

Bookings/Enquiries can be made at edmsutton@rcaos.org.uk

Discernment Workshops 28th May, 11th June, 25th June

A series of online workshops looking at the principles and practice of Ignatian Discernment. Open to young adults (20s and 30s).

In these workshops we will consider what Ignatian spirituality teaches us about clarifying our choices, ways of listening to God’s Spirit in our lives and discerning the way forward.

To register please email: FCJCentreStHughs@gmail.com

Vocations Weekend for Women (20s & 30s) 24 – 26 May 2024

Theme: Discerning God’s Call in your life   Location: Liverpool

The weekend is organised by the Sisters, Faithful Companions of Jesus (FCJ).

Jesus invites each of us to ‘Come and See’ – this weekend will give the opportunity to explore the vocation to religious life and to reflect on God’s call to you.

You are welcome to stay for the weekend or just come along on Saturday for the day. There will be opportunity for prayer, reflection and input, chance to ask questions and to meet others who are also wondering where God is calling them.

 For more information contact Sr Lynne fcJ at fcjvocationeurope@gmail.com or visit our website www.fcjsisters.org

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London

Is holding a First Saturday Divine Mercy Recollection Day at the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, on Sat. 1^st June 2024 from 11am to 4.30 pm. The Recollection Day will include teachings on the Message of Mercy, Holy Mass, Stations of the Cross, Hour of Mercy with Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus. All welcome. Pls call Millie on 07957594646 for more information. Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria

Help For Accommodation

One of our young parishioners is looking for a room to rent. If you can help, please email the parish office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Catholic People’s Weeks – Summer 24, 4-11 August 2024, Thornbridge

Join us for a fun and faith-filled week in the beautiful Peak District. A family retreat with a difference. Find out more and book at catholicpeoplesweeks.org or email brid.f@catholicpeoplesweeks.org

Summer Celebration of Saint Jude, Saturday 1^st June, from 11am

It will be held in the grounds of the Shrine of Saint Jude in Faversham, 34 Tanners Street, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7JW and is easily accessible from road or rail.

Episcopal Vicar and Bishop Group Secretary

www.rcsouthwark.co.uk/get-involved/vacancies/vacancies-in-southwark/

Job Type- Full Time, Monday- Friday, 35 hours per week. This is a hybrid role which will involve some office-based work for meetings.

Priests’ Welfare & Wellbeing Officer

We are currently looking for a new Priests’ Welfare & Wellbeing Officer to join our team.  We are jointly responsible for the welfare & wellbeing all sick and retired priests within the Diocese. See website for further details.

Ann Pettingell

It is with great sadness that we announced the death of Ann Pettingell who was a long time parishioner of Holy Cross Parish. All our condolences to her family and friends.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention May: For The Formation Of Men And Women Religious, And Seminarians

We pray that men and women religious, and seminarians, grow in their own vocational journey through human, pastoral, spiritual and community formation, that leads them to be credible witnesses of the Gospel.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Ann Pettingell, Janet Gibson, Janet Pini, Breda Witherow, Denis Hartnett, Peter Shelbourne, Helena McLaughlin, Kathleen Leonard, … Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Kevin Clarke, Michelle Arthur, Maria O’Shea (The lady who arranges the flowers on Our Lady Chapel), Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Margaret Morton, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

Holy Cross Catholic Church

SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Yr B  

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

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SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Yr B

SAT. 11th May The English Martyrs, Feast	18:30	Rose McDonagh – Intention
SUN. 12th May	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Ross Desouza – RIP
	11:00	Deceased Members Scanlon Family
	18:30
Mon. 13th May Our Lady Of Fatima	08:00
	10:00
Tue. 14th May St Mattias, Apostle, Feast	08:00
	10:00	Success in Exams L Farina & S Daniel
Wed. 15th May St John Stone, Martyr	08:00
	10:00	Paddy Mc Cann – RIP
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 16th May. St Simon Stock	08:00
	10:00
Fri. 17th May.	08:00
	12:00	Armel Wellbeing & BD Intentions
SAT. 18th May St John I, Pope & Martyr	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:00	Adoration And Benediction
	10:00	Rose Mc Donagh Intentions
	18:30	Chantalle & Charlton Special Intentions
SUN. 19th May PENTECOST Sunday	08:00	Bridget, Eddie & Family Intentions
	09:30	Georgiana Uzochukwu – RIP
	11:00	Greta & Lino Soares – RIP
	18:30	Yann Guiho- BD Intentions

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am

This Weekend, second collection for World Communication Day.

CCN is The Catholic Communications Network. This collection supports the work of the CCN, the media office of the Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales. They seek to be of service both to the Church and the world in offering professional channels of communication, and provides support for the Bishops of England and Wales and the wider Church in promoting the Gospel through the media on current issues.

Next Weekend, second collection for Christian Aid.

Christian Aid Week

This year Christian Aid Week runs from 12th to 18th May with the theme of “Pushing back against Poverty.” People living on the brink of survival can only dream of providing meals for their children, sending them to school and having a small regular income. Such is life for the families living in Burundi. You can donate via caid.org.uk or via the Parish 2nd collection.

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May: The Month of Queen Mary

While Mary the Mother of God is revered and celebrated all year long, May is a special month to celebrate the “Queen of Heaven.”

Safeguarding

Parents must accompany their children into the toilet for their own safety please.

Save the date: Friday 5th July 2024: 7.00 pm

Fire Marshals Training

All the stewards, ushers, group leaders and volunteers should attend. Thank you.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

We will resume the Children’s Liturgy group on Sun 12 May 2024.  We look forward to resuming our sessions then. Thank you for your invaluable support, especially to all children, parents and volunteers who contributed to the smooth running of the sessions

Join us for Bible study. Mon. May 13^th at 7.30pm Postponed

All welcome for one or all of the sessions.

See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

A special service for Pentecost – The Fire of His Love

Wed. 15^th May at 7:30 pm

followed by refreshments in the parish centre.

Come together for scripture, prayer, praise and fellowship.  Everyone welcome.

Gift Aid Boxes

Please collect your gift Aid box in the porch. Thank you for your support.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group -. 9.00 am-10.15am

Monday 13^th & 20^th May

Monday 10^th & 24^th June

Parish families please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

Catholic Association for Racial Justice (CARJ) 40th Anniversary Day – Saturday 25th May 10.30 – 3.30 at Amigo Hall, St George’s Cathedral, London SE1 7HY 

FREE day of talks and discussions includes lunch and sung Mass. Talks will include ‘Love the Stranger’ by a member of Sutton Deanery Refugee Community Sponsorship Group.

The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London

Is holding a First Saturday Divine Mercy Recollection Day at the Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham, on Sat. 1^st June 2024 from 11am to 4.30 pm. The Recollection Day will include teachings on the Message of Mercy, Holy Mass, Stations of the Cross, Hour of Mercy with Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus. All welcome. Pls call Millie on 07957594646 for more information. Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria

CTSL’s (Churches Together in South London) Big Gathering for Mental Health: Mental Health Week 2024

Wednesday 15th May 2024, 7 – 8.45 pm (with an informal buffet from 6pm onwards)

at Trinity House, Chapel Court (off Borough High Street), SE1 1HW.

RSVP to claire@ctslondon.org.uk, 07517 117 982, www.ctslondon.org.uk

Help For Accommodation

One of our young parishioners is looking for a room to rent. If you can help, please email the parish office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Catholic People’s Weeks – Summer 24, 4-11 August 2024, Thornbridge

Join us for a fun and faith-filled week in the beautiful Peak District. A family retreat with a difference. Find out more and book at catholicpeoplesweeks.org or email

brid.f@catholicpeoplesweeks.org

Summer Celebration of Saint Jude Saturday 1^st June, from 11am

It will be held in the grounds of the Shrine of Saint Jude in Faversham, 34 Tanners Street, Faversham, Kent, ME13 7JW and is easily accessible from road or rail.

LAST CHANCE: CATHEDRAL MASS CELEBRATING MARRIAGE If you are celebrating your 1st/10th/25th/40th/50th/60th or any later wedding anniversary this year, you are invited to renew your marriage vows at a Mass to be celebrated at St George’s Cathedral, at 3pm on July 13. Close family members can attend with you. In order to receive a personal invitation from Archbishop John, email mflsw@rcaos.org.uk giving: your full names, address, phone number, anniversary being celebrated and parish. The deadline for applying is May 31.

Episcopal Vicar and Bishop Group Secretary

www.rcsouthwark.co.uk/get-involved/vacancies/vacancies-in-southwark/

Job Type- Full Time, Monday- Friday, 35 hours per week. This is a hybrid role which will involve some office-based work for meetings.

Priests’ Welfare & Wellbeing Officer

We are currently looking for a new Priests’ Welfare & Wellbeing Officer to join our team.  We are jointly responsible for the welfare & wellbeing all sick and retired priests within the Diocese. See website for further details.

Food Bank

Here’s a list of what we currently need most. Please drop your items in the box provided in the porch (under the table). Thank you so much for your support!

TOILETRIES SHOWER GEL /DEODORANTS

 LONG LIFE SEMI SKIMMED MILK/ SPONGE PUDDINGS / TINNED CUSTARD

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention May: For The Formation Of Men And Women Religious, And Seminarians

We pray that men and women religious, and seminarians, grow in their own vocational journey through human, pastoral, spiritual and community formation, that leads them to be credible witnesses of the Gospel.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Ann Pettingell, Janet Gibson, Janet Pini, Breda Witherow, Denis Hartnett, Peter Shelbourne, Helena McLaughlin, Kathleen Leonard,  … Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Kevin Clarke, Michelle Arthur, Maria O’Shea (The lady who arranges the flowers on Our Lady Chapel), Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Margaret Morton, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Yr B  

Holy Cross Catholic Church

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

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SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Yr B  

SAT. 04th May The English Martyrs, Feast	18:30	Conversion of Sinners & Intention of all the Prayer Group.
SUN. 05th May	08:00	Joe Bulaitis – RIP Liam Arthur – RIP
	09:30	First Holy Communion Children
	11:00	Caroline Ost-RIP
	18:30	People Of The Parish
Mon. 06th May St John Paine, Martyr	08:00
	10:00	George Benedict Divine – RIP
Tue. 07th May	08:00
	10:00	Rose Lawernce Full Healing
Wed. 08th May	08:00
	10:00	Gearldreen Lawernce Full Healing
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 09th May. The Ascension Of The Lord	08:00
	10:00	Full Healing Rose
	19:30	Roel Panagdato – RIP
Fri. 10th May. St John De Ávila	08:00
	12:00	Healing From Broken Heart for Tommy Lawernce
SAT. 11th May	08:00
	09:00	Adoration And Benediction
	10:00	Rose McDonagh – Intention
	18:30
SUN. 12th May World Communications Sunday	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Ross Desouza – RIP
	11:00	Deceased Members Scanlon Family
	18:30

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8amWed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am

Next Weekend, second collection for World Communication Day.

CCN is The Catholic Communications Network. This collection supports the work of the CCN, the media office of the Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales. They seek to be of service both to the Church and the world in offering professional channels of communication, and provides support for the Bishops of England and Wales and the wider Church in promoting the Gospel through the media on current issues.

Thursday is The Ascension Of The Lord, it is a Holyday of Obligation.

We have an extra Mass at 7.30pm on that day.

May: The Month of Queen Mary

While Mary the Mother of God is revered and celebrated all year long, May is a special month to celebrate the “Queen of Heaven.”

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Safeguarding

Parents must accompany their children into the toilet for their own safety please.

Save the date: Friday 5th July 2024: 7.00pm

Fire Marshals Training

All the stewards, ushers, group leaders and volunteers must attend. Thank you.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

We will resume the Children’s Liturgy group on Sun 12 May 2024.  We look forward to resuming our sessions then. Thank you for your invaluable support, especially to all children, parents and volunteers who contributed to the smooth running of the sessions

Join us for Bible study. Mon. May 13^th at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions.

See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

A special service for Pentecost – The Fire of His Love

Wed. 15^th May at 7:30 pm

followed by refreshments in the parish centre.

Come together for scripture, prayer, praise and fellowship.  Everyone welcome.

Y-Pray? 2024

Is back as a Zoom -Pray this year, to book please go on : https://www.wwdp.org.uk/y-pray-2024/

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group -. 9.00 am-10.15am

Monday 13^th & 20^th May

Monday 10^th & 24^th June

Parish families please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

Christian Aid Week

This year Christian Aid Week runs from 12th to 18th May with the theme of “Pushing back against Poverty.” People living on the brink of survival can only dream of providing meals for their children, sending them to school and having a small regular income. Such is life for the families living in Burundi. You can donate via caid.org.uk or via the Parish 2nd collection.

Annual Mass for London Migrant Workers in honour of St Joseph the Worker: Monday 6th May 24 at St George’s Cathedral, 12.30pm.

 All are invited.  Please come early. You are welcome to come in national dress if you would like to take part in the banner procession at 12.15pm. The Mass is hosted by the three London Catholic Diocese, supported by the Justice and Peace Commissions and Ethnic Chaplaincies, Caritas Brentwood and London Citizens UK. in celebration of all the people who live, work and contribute to life across our city.

Catholic Association for Racial Justice (CARJ) 40th Anniversary Day – Saturday 25th May 10.30 – 3.30 at Amigo Hall, St George’s Cathedral, London SE1 7HY 

FREE day of talks and discussions includes lunch and sung Mass.Talks will include ‘Love the Stranger’ by a member of Sutton Deanery Refugee Community Sponsorship Group.

Southwark Diocese Pilgrimage to Lourdes from 23^rd to 30^th August 2024

Archbishop John warmly invites you to join him as he leads the Southwark Archdiocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage. More information on the Archdiocesan

website: https://rcaos.org.uk/ Experience the unique spirituality of

Lourdes, along with people from parishes around our Archdiocese. Thank you.

Holy Cross Film Club showing: On the Waterfront

Parish Centre 7.30 pm, Friday 10 May (Refreshments from 7.30pm)

A story of dockside corruption and intimidation, and a crusading Catholic priest.

Starring Marlon Brando, Lee J. Cobb, Karl Malden and Eva Marie Saint.

Running time:1.45 hours approx, plus 10-minute interval.

Further information email:  HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com

Help For Accommodation

One of our young parishioners is looking for a room to rent. If you can help, please email the parish office: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Job Vacancies: St Philomena’s

Teaching Assistant and Examination Invigilator.

For more: https://www.stphils.org.uk/join-us/vacancies

Episcopal Vicar and Bishop Group Secretary

www.rcsouthwark.co.uk/get-involved/vacancies/vacancies-in-southwark/

Job Type– Full Time, Monday- Friday, 35 hours per week. This is a hybrid role which will involve some office based work for meetings.

Salary Range- £30,000-£33,000 per annum, dependant on skills and experience

Priests’ Welfare & Wellbeing Officer

We are currently looking for a new Priests’ Welfare & Wellbeing Officer to join our team.  We are jointly responsible for the welfare & wellbeing all sick and retired priests within the Diocese. See website for further details.

Food Bank

Here’s a list of what we currently need most. Please drop your items in the box provided in the porch (under the table). Thank you so much for your support!

TOILETRIES SHOWER GEL /DEODORANTS

 LONG LIFE SEMI SKIMMED MILK/ SPONGE PUDDINGS / TINNED CUSTARD

TINNED SPAGHETTI / INSTANT MASH/ LONG LIFE ORANGE JUICE/ TINNED FRUIT

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention May: For The Formation Of Men And Women Religious, And Seminarians

We pray that men and women religious, and seminarians, grow in their own vocational journey through human, pastoral, spiritual and community formation, that leads them to be credible witnesses of the Gospel.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Janet Gibson, Janet Pini, Breda Witherow, Denis Hartnett, Peter Shelbourne, Helena McLaughlin, Kathleen Leonard, , … Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Michelle Arthur, Maria O’Shea (The lady who arranges the flowers on Our Lady Chapel), Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Margaret Morton, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

Holy Cross Catholic Church

FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Year B  

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

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SAT. 27th April	18:30	Hannah Herron – RIP
SUN. 28th April	08:00	Maria O’Shea & Family Intention
	09:30	Blessing and Health Priests of Holy Cross
	11:00	Rose Stone – RIP
	18:30	People Of The Parish
Mon. 29th April. St. Catherine Of Siena, Feast	08:00
	10:00
Tue. 30th April Day Of Prayer for Survivors of Sexual Abuse	08:00
	10:00
Wed. 01st May St Joseph the Worker, Feast Day Of Prayer for GOD’s Blessing on Human Work	08:00
	10:00
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 02nd May. St Athanasius	08:00
	10:00
Fri. 03rd May. Ss Philip & James, Apostles Feast	08:00
	12:00	Ricky Bermudez- RIP & Vanessa O’Shea Birthday Intention
SAT. 04th May. The English Martyrs, Feast	08:00
	09:00	Adoration And Benediction
	10:00
	18:30	Conversion of Sinners & Intention of all the Prayer Group.
SUN. 05th May.	08:00	Joe Bulaitis – RIP
	09:30	Chantalle Desouza & Khai Shaw, Special Blessings
	11:00	Caroline Ost-RIP
	18:30	People Of The Parish

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am :Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am

This Weekend, second collection for the Maintenance of St George’s Cathedral, Southwark.

For over half a century, St George’s Cathedral has been the Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Southwark, home to 175 parishes and over 50,000 Roman Catholics.

The Cathedral frequently hosts important Diocesan and national celebrations, as well as concerts and events for various Catholic charities. In many respects, St George’s Cathedral serves as a spiritual home and ‘beehive’ for Catholic evangelisation and mission across the Archdiocese of Southwark. St George’s Cathedral is entirely reliant upon the generosity of its parishioners, volunteers and the Archdiocese of Southwark to keep its doors open. It does not receive Vatican or government funding, nor has an endowment to rely on.

Your support can enable the Cathedral to remain open daily to those seeking a place of peace, prayer and worship. Thank you!

• Donate Online: www.rcaos.org.uk/Cathedral

• Telephone weekdays 9 am – 5 pm: 020 7960 2504

• Cash / Cheque – please use the St George’s Cathedral envelopes at the back of church.

FIRST COMMUNION, SUNDAY 5th MAY, 9.30am.

Our older Candidates will receive their First Holy Communion at this Mass and will read, take the collection and do the offertory procession.  Those who regularly attend this Mass are welcome to come along as usual.  Note that there will be NO Children’s Liturgy.

Safeguarding

Parents must accompany their children into the toilet for their own safety please.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

Due to a shortage of volunteers and the First Holy Communion mass (for the fast track programme) taking place on Sun 5 May 2024, we will resume the Children’s Liturgy group on Sun 12 May 2024.  We look forward to resuming our sessions then. Thank you for your invaluable support, especially to all children, parents and volunteers who contributed to the smooth running of the sessions

Join us for Bible study. Mon. May 13^th at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions.

See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Y-Pray? 2024

Is back as a Zoom -Pray this year, to book please go on : https://www.wwdp.org.uk/y-pray-2024/

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group -. 9.00 am-10.15am – Mon 22^nd April

Monday 13^th & 20^th May

Monday 10^th & 24^th June

Parish families please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

Fatima Visitation St John Fisher Church Merton – 27^th & 28^th April

On the weekend of 27th and 28th April there will be the visitation of the Statue of Our Lady of Fatima and the Relics of Saints Jacinta and Francisco to our parish.

Starts with a Procession at 1.30pm and ends at 6:00 pm with Saturday Vigil Mass followed by Consecration & Veneration

More:https://www.stjohnfishermerton.co.uk/ or  020 8542 6355

Christian Aid Week

This year Christian Aid Week runs from 12th to 18th May with the theme of “Pushing back against Poverty.”

People living on the brink of survival can only dream of providing meals for their children, sending them to school and having a small regular income. Such is life for the families living in Burundi. You can donate via caid.org.uk or via the Parish 2nd collection.

Annual Mass for London Migrant Workers in honour of St Joseph the Worker: Monday 6th May 24 at St George’s Cathedral, 12.30pm.

 All are invited.  Please come early. You are welcome to come in national dress if you would like to take part in the banner procession at 12.15pm. The Mass is hosted by the three London Catholic Diocese, supported by the Justice and Peace Commissions and Ethnic Chaplaincies, Caritas Brentwood and London Citizens UK. in celebration of all the people who live, work and contribute to life across our city.

A Year of Encounter

With a UK general election due sometime this year, politicians will be looking for our votes. We have a responsibility as Catholics to make sure that parties commit to tackling issues such as poverty and injustice. Raising our voices and contacting parliamentary candidates as a parish community will send a strong signal to those standing for election in our local constituencies. A Year of Encounter is a joint initiative between CAFOD and St Vincent de Paul Society (SVP), equipping Catholics to ask key questions of local candidates at the key moments. Please see cafod.org.uk/encounter for more information, including online sessions and Saturday 4th May to learn more.

Southwark Diocese Pilgrimage to Lourdes from 23^rd to 30^th August 2024

Archbishop John warmly invites you to join him as he leads the Southwark Archdiocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage. More information on the Archdiocesan

website: https://rcaos.org.uk/ Experience the unique spirituality of

Lourdes, along with people from parishes around our Archdiocese. Thank you.

Holy Cross Film Club showing: On the Waterfront

Parish Centre 7.30 pm, Friday 10 May (Refreshments from 7.30pm)

A story of dockside corruption and intimidation, and a crusading Catholic priest.

Starring Marlon Brando, Lee J. Cobb, Karl Malden and Eva Marie Saint.

Running time:1.45 hours approx, plus 10-minute interval.

Further information email:  HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com

All Saints Church Quiz Night – Friday 3rd May 24 -6.30pm

More info on: https://www.carshaltonallsaints.org/whats-on

Food Bank

Here’s a list of what we currently need most. Thank you so much for your support!

TOILETRIES SHOWER GEL /DEODORANTS

 LONG LIFE SEMI SKIMMED MILK/ SPONGE PUDDINGS / TINNED CUSTARD

TINNED SPAGHETTI / INSTANT MASH

LONG LIFE ORANGE JUICE/ TINNED FRUIT

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention April: For the Role Of Women

We pray that the dignity and worth of women be recognized in every culture, and for an end to the discrimination they face in various parts of the world.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Janet Gibson, Janet Pini, Breda Witherow, Denis Hartnett, Peter Shelbourne, Helena McLaughlin, Kathleen Leonard, , … Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Maria O’Shea (The lady who arranges the flowers on Our Lady Chapel), Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Margaret Morton, Janet, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

Holy Cross Catholic Church

FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Yr B  

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER Yr B  

SAT.20th April	18:30	Joao D’Silva – RIP
Sun. 21st April World Day Of Prayer For Vocations	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Thanksgiving For Husband Visa & Suero Family
	11:00	Thanksgiving Desouza Family
	18:30	Fr Henry Wellbeing
Mon. 22ND April	08:00
	10:00
Tue. 23RD April St. George, Martyr	08:00
	10:00	Peter Cooper- RIP
Wed. 24th April St Adalbert, Martyr	08:00
	10:00	Alex Howard – RIP
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 25th April St Mark, Evangelist, Feast	08:00
	10:00
Fri. 26th April	08:00
	12:00	Winnifred McDonagh Wellbeing
SAT. 27th April	08:00
	09:00	Adoration And Benediction
	10:00
	18:30	Hannah Herron – RIP
Sun. 28th April	08:00	Maria O’Shea & Family Intention
	09:30	For the Priests of Holy Cross
	11:00	Rose Stone – RIP
	18:30	People Of The Parish

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am

This Weekend, second collection for the Priest Training Fund.

Next Weekend, second collection for the Maintenance of St George’s Cathedral, Southwark.

For over half a century, St George’s Cathedral has been the Mother Church of the Archdiocese of Southwark, home to 175 parishes and over 50,000 Roman Catholics. For many Catholics living and working across London and the South East of England, St George’s has been a beacon of light.

Today, St George’s Cathedral continues to attract thousands of worshippers and visitors each year, as well as serving a lively local parish community which proudly reflects the rich cultural and ethnic diversity of South London. The Cathedral frequently hosts important Diocesan and national celebrations, as well as concerts and events for various Catholic charities. There is a rich musical tradition, maintaining a choir of boys and men, as well as a girls’ choir, both of which sing at Sunday Masses and on major feasts. In many respects, St George’s Cathedral serves as a spiritual home and ‘beehive’ for Catholic evangelisation and mission across the Archdiocese of Southwark. St George’s Cathedral is entirely reliant upon the generosity of its parishioners, volunteers and the Archdiocese of Southwark to keep its doors open. It does not receive Vatican or government funding, nor has an endowment to rely on.

Your support can enable the Cathedral to remain open daily to those seeking a place of peace, prayer and worship.

Thank you!

• Donate Online: www.rcaos.org.uk/Cathedral

• Telephone weekdays 9 am – 5 pm: 020 7960 2504

• Cash / Cheque – please use the St George’s Cathedral envelopes at the back of church.

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Safeguarding

Parents must accompany their children into the toilet for their own safety please.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

Due to a shortage of volunteers and the First Holy Communion mass (for the fast track programme) taking place on Sun 5 May 2024, we will resume the Children’s Liturgy group on Sun 12 May 2024.  We look forward to resuming our sessions then.

Thank you for your invaluable support, especially to all children, parents and volunteers who contributed to the smooth running of the sessions

Join us for Bible study. Mon. April 22^nd at 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions.

See noticeboard for more details. Contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group -. 9.00 am-10.15am – Mon 22^nd April

Monday 13^th & 20^th May

Monday 10^th & 24^th June

Monday 8^th July

Monday 22^nd July (Summer party!)

Parish families please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

New Flowers Arrangement Team

We are looking for committed volunteers to start a new flower arrangement team for the church. You will be trained and helped for big events in the church like First Holy Communion, Christmas… Please contact the office or talk to Fr Henry.

Fatima Visitation St John Fisher Church Merton – 27^th & 28t^h April

On the weekend of 27th and 28th April there will be the visitation of the Statue of Our Lady of Fatima and the Relics of Saints Jacinta and Francisco to our parish.

The timetable is as follows:

1:30pm – Procession

1:45pm – Crowning

2:00pm – Holy Mass & Consecration

2:35pm – Rosary

2:40pm – Veneration of Relics

3:00pm – Divine Mercy

3:15pm – Enrolment & Investiture

3:40pm – Tea break

3:55pm – Talk on Fatima Message

5:00pm – Adoration

6:00 pm – Saturday Vigil Mass followed by Consecration & Veneration

More: https://www.stjohnfishermerton.co.uk/ or  020 8542 6355

DAY OF PRAYER AND RENEWAL

given by Canon Gerard Bradley and is for Readers and Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion who weren’t able to make the Advent event.

Saturday 27^th April 24 at St Catherine of Siena Church, 100 Leatherhead Road, Chessington, KT9 2HY. Begins with Holy Mass at 10.30 – Ends at 3pm Lunch provided. Family members and friends are welcome but please email Fr Peter Sebastian if you wish to attend: petersebastian@rcaos.org.uk so that they can cater for expected numbers.

Southwark Diocese Pilgrimage to Lourdes from 23^rd to 30^th August 2024

Archbishop John warmly invites you to join him as he leads the Southwark Archdiocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage. More information on the Archdiocesan website: https://rcaos.org.uk/ Experience the unique spirituality of Lourdes, along with people from parishes around our Archdiocese. Thank you.

Save the date: All Saints Church Quiz Night – Friday 3^rd May 24 -6.30pm

More info on: https://www.carshaltonallsaints.org/whats-on

HCPT PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES

Fr Luke’s 2024 HCPT Group will be travelling on the 13^th – 20^th September, staying in Hosanna House, which is fully equipped to meet the needs of the disabled. This will be our first time going back since the Pandemic and we are very excited!  We need able bodied helpers, both male and female, to give a week of their time to assist us with the Group, and there are many different positions to be filled. It is a great opportunity to find out the role that the disabled can play, in showing us the way to Christ.  We would especially like to hear from any nurses if they are able to assist us. The Pilgrimage week is very special and always leaves us feeling inspired, and uplifted. For further information go to the HCPT website www.hcpt.org.uk and look for Summer Pilgrimages. Please contact the Group leaders: Sandra Allen (07768080537), Manus Finnerty (020 8669 5265), or Father Luke (020 8642 3863). 

Food Bank

Here’s a list of what we currently need most. Thank you so much for your support!

TOILETRIES SHOWER GEL /DEODORANTS

 LONG LIFE SEMI SKIMMED MILK/ SPONGE PUDDINGS / TINNED CUSTARD

TINNED SPAGHETTI / INSTANT MASH

LONG LIFE ORANGE JUICE/ TINNED FRUIT

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention April: For the Role Of Women

We pray that the dignity and worth of women be recognized in every culture, and for an end to the discrimination they face in various parts of the world.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Janet Gibson, Janet Pini, Breda Witherow, Denis Hartnett, Peter Shelbourne, Helena McLaughlin, Kathleen Leonard, , … Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Maria O’Shea (The lady who arranges the flowers on Our Lady Chapel), Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Margaret Morton, Janet, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

Holy Cross Catholic Church

THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER- Year. B   

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER- Year. B   

SAT.13th Ap.	18:30	Rodolfo Iuliano – RIP
Sun. 14th April	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	For Souls in Purgatory
	11:00	Rose Stone – RIP
	18:30	Pierre Numa – RIP Roger & Philippe Guiho – RIP
Mon. 15th April	08:00
	10:00	Matthew David- Intentions
Tue. 16th April	08:00
	10:00	Maggie Hughes -Full  Healing
Wed. 17th April	08:00
	10:00	Anne Bailey – BD Intentions
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 18th April	08:00
	10:00	Philip Quinton – BD Intentions
Fri. 19th April	08:00
	12:00	M.J Scaria – RIP
SAT. 20th April	08:00
	09:00	Adoration And Benediction
	10:00
	18:30	Joao D’Silva – RIP
Sun. 21st April World Day Of Prayer For Vocations	08:00
	09:30
	11:00	Thanksgiving Desouza Family
	18:30

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8amWed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am

Next Weekend second collection for the Priest Training Fund

The priesthood has always been essential to the life of the Church, from the time of Jesus until today. Good Shepherd Sunday is the day we pray for vocations, for our priests, and take up the Priest Training Fund second collection. This fund pays for the formation of men to become priests in our Archdiocese.

After their ordination, our priests dedicate their lives to serving Christ and His people in our parishes, hospitals, schools, chaplaincies, prisons and in service to the needy, throughout South London, Kent and Surrey. We are blessed to have 5 men in formation to the Priesthood for our Archdiocese. However, it costs £30,000 a year to sponsor each seminarian. They study for 6 years before being ordained a Catholic priest.

We therefore rely on your generous support and prayers. Please support our priests of the future with a gift today.

Thank you!

• Donate Online: http://www.rcaos.org.uk/donate/PTF

• Cash / Cheque – please use the Priest Training Fund envelopes at the back of church.

Easter Offerings – Thank You

Fr Henry, Fr Luke and Fr Philip would like to thank all Parishioners for their generous Easter offerings and other gifts. May the Lord reward you all for your generosity.

Safeguarding – Parents must accompany their children into the toilet for their own safety please.

Gift Aid Boxes

Please collect your gift Aid box in the porch. Thank you for your support.

Uncollected Baptism Certificates

If you have requested a Baptism certificate please collect them from the Parish Office before the end of the month of April. Any uncollected certificate will be charge £10 from May. Thank you. Parish Office.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

We will resume the Children’s Liturgy group on Sun 28 April 2024 as we don’t have enough volunteers.

Thank you for your invaluable support, especially to all children, parents and volunteers who contributed to the smooth running of the sessions

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:  

Every day: 7am-8am

Wednesdays 5pm-8pm

Saturdays:9am -10am

Bible Study: Next session

Mon. April 22^nd at 7.30pm: In the Parish centre hall.

All welcome for one or all of the sessions.

For more information please contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group – 9.00am – 10.15am – Mon 22^nd April

Parish families please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

Missio Collection results 2023

During 2023 Holy Cross Parish raised £2783.22p for World Mission which is the highest amount for many years. This shows your generosity in giving and supporting Missio and it’s work throughout the World. Missionary priests go out to some of the most remote areas of their parishes to share the Sacraments and the message of the Gospel with their communities. You know how much they need our financial support. Please accept my thanks on behalf of Missio and the Mill Hill Missionaries. May God Bless you all. Alex

Save the date: All Saints Church Quiz Night – Friday 3^rd May 24 -6.30pm

More info on : https://www.carshaltonallsaints.org/whats-on

New Flowers Arrangement Team

We are looking for committed volunteers to start a new flower arrangement team for the church. You will be trained and helped for big events in the church like First Holy Communion, Christmas…

Fatima Visitation St John Fisher Church Merton – 27^th & 28t^h April: from 12 o’clock

On the weekend of 27th and 28th April there will be the visitation of the Statue of Our Lady of Fatima and the Relics of Saints Jacinta and Francisco to our parish.

Events include Holy Mass, Confession, Adoration, Procession, Enrolment of the Brown Scapular, Consecration, Rosary, Veneration of Relics, Film show and talks.

More: https://www.stjohnfishermerton.co.uk/ or  020 8542 6355

Southwark Diocese Pilgrimage to Walsingham: On Sat 27th April 2024 Bishop Philip Moger will lead the pilgrimage during this 2024 Year of Prayer. A coach has been arranged from Upper Norwood parish to drive direct to the Shrine. We will have adoration and confessions at the Basilica from 11am, mass at 12noon, packed lunch, and 2:15pm procession to the Ancient Abbey grounds (dating to around 1061AD). To book the coach please telephone Fr James Clark 02086702777 or email norwoodupper@rcaos.org.uk

HCPT PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES

Fr Luke’s 2024 HCPT Group will be travelling on the 13^th – 20^th September, staying in Hosanna House, which is fully equipped to meet the needs of the disabled. This will be our first time going back since the Pandemic and we are very excited!  We need able bodied helpers, both male and female, to give a week of their time to assist us with the Group, and there are many different positions to be filled. It is a great opportunity to find out the role that the disabled can play, in showing us the way to Christ.  We would especially like to hear from any nurses if they are able to assist us. The Pilgrimage week is very special and always leaves us feeling inspired, and uplifted. For further information go to the HCPT website www.hcpt.org.uk and look for Summer Pilgrimages. Please contact the Group leaders: Sandra Allen (07768080537), Manus Finnerty (020 8669 5265), or Father Luke (020 8642 3863). 

Job Vacancy Agency for Evangelisation and Catechesis

The AEC has developed a strong reputation for effective and creative support for parishes in terms of evangelisation, catechesis and formation. This is chiefly expressed in the Some Definite Service approach to parish growth. We are looking for a new Evangelisation and Outreach Advisor to join our well-respected and vibrant team. This is a full-time post and further information can be found on the Agency website: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/latest/job-vacancy-evangelisation. Deadline for applications midnight 15 April. Interviews 22 April 2024.

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention April: For the Role Of Women

We pray that the dignity and worth of women be recognized in every culture, and for an end to the discrimination they face in various parts of the world.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Janet Gibson, Janet Pini, Breda Witherow, Denis Hartnett, Peter Shelbourne, Helena McLaughlin, Kathleen Leonard, , … Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Maria O’Shea (The lady who arranges the flowers on Our Lady Chapel), Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Margaret Morton, Janet, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …

Holy Cross Catholic Church

SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER DIVINE MERCY

46 North Street, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 2JD

Parish Priest Fr. Henry Tiku Wenna

Resident Priest Fr. Philip Pak

Tel: 020 8647 0022

Email: carshalton@rcaos.org.uk

Go to mcnmedia.tv or follow the link on the Home page for live streaming 

Streaming is available all the time.

======================================================SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER DIVINE MERCY

SAT. 06th April	18:30	Darek Okechukwu – BD Intentions
SUN. 07th April Divine Mercy	08:00	People Of The Parish
	09:30	Ross Desouza – RIP
	11:00	Cherryl Howlett – BD Intentions
	18:30
Mon. 08th Ap. Annunciation Of The Lord	08:00
	10:00	Annie Diniz – RIP
Tue. 09th Ap.	08:00
	10:00	Jackie Behan – RIP
Wed. 10th Ap.	08:00
	10:00
	17:00	Adoration
Thu. 11th Ap. St Stanislaus, Martyr	08:00
	10:00
Fri. 12th Ap.	08:00
	12:00	Roel Panagdato- RIp
SAT. 13th Ap. St Martin I, Pope & Martyr	08:00
	09:00	Adoration And Benediction
	10:00
	18:30	Rodolfo Iuliano – RIP
SUN. 14th April	08:00
	09:30	For Souls in Purgatory
	11:00	Rose Stone – RIP
	18:30

Confessions:  Saturday – 10.30 am to 11:15 am; 6pm to 6.25pm  Adoration Of The Blessed Sacrament:  Every day: 7am-8am : Wed.:5pm-8pm & Sat. 9am

Monday 8^th Ap. The Annunciation Of The Lord, Solemnity

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Funeral Janet Pini – RIP Mon 08^th April at 1pm

Please remember the family in your prayers. Please be aware that we have limited parking spaces available at church.

Safeguarding

Parents must accompany their children into the toilet for their own safety please.

Gift Aid Boxes

Please collect your gift Aid box in the porch. Thank you for your support.

Uncollected Baptism Certificates

If you have requested a Baptism certificate please collect them from the Parish Office before the end of the month of April. Any uncollected certificate will be charge £10 from May. Thank you. Parish Office.

Mass Of Joy, Praise and Thanksgiving

Unfortunately, we have to postpone the service on Wednesday 10^th April.

PRAYERS / BIBLE STUDY ….

Children’s Liturgy Group – Sunday 9.30 am Mass 

As the Children’s Liturgy group runs only during the term time, the last session is on Sun 24 March 2024 before we break up for the Easter holidays.  We will resume on Sun 21 April 2024.

Thank you for your invaluable support, especially to all children, parents and volunteers who contributed to the smooth running of the sessions

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT:  

Every day: 7am-8am

Wednesdays 5pm-8pm

Saturdays:9am -10am

Bible Study: Forthcoming dates in the Parish Centre

Monday April 22^nd 2024 7.30pm

Monday May 13th 2024 7.30pm

Monday June 10th 2024 7.30pm

Monday June 24th 2024 7.30pm

Monday July 8th 2024 7.30pm

All welcome for one or all of the sessions.

For more information please contact: carshaltonplf@rcaos.org.uk

DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY Services- 7^th April

2pm- St Margaret Of Scotland Church – Carshalton Beeches

3pm- St Elphege’s Church – Wallington

Three places in her Diary, St. Faustina records our Lord’s promises of specific, extraordinary graces:

I want to grant a complete pardon to the souls that will go to Confession and receive Holy Communion on the Feast of My mercy (1109).

Whoever approaches the Fountain of Life on this day will be granted complete forgiveness of sins and punishment (300).

The soul that will go to Confession and receive Holy Communion will obtain complete forgiveness of sins and punishment (699).

To receive these graces, the only condition is to receive Holy Communion worthily on Divine Mercy Sunday (or the Vigil celebration) by making a good confession beforehand and staying in the state of grace and trusting in His Divine Mercy.

Holy Cross Baby and Toddler Group -. 9.00am -10.15am – Mon 22^nd April

Parish families please join us for crafting, playing, singing and chatting over a cup of tea /coffee and biscuits.

Entry: £1.50 per family. We look forward to welcoming you!

Pastoral Message on the Question of Assisted Suicide from Archbishop, John Wilson

Dear brothers and sisters, you and me, every person, is created in the image and likeness of God, and is therefore deserving of respect and protection. As baptised followers of the Lord Jesus we must do all within our power to support the most vulnerable in our society, especially those who have no voice to speak for themselves. You can find the full text on our parish website. www.holycrosscarshalton.co.uk

Holy Father’s Prayer Intention April: For the Role Of Women

We pray that the dignity and worth of women be recognized in every culture, and for an end to the discrimination they face in various parts of the world.

Holy Cross Film Club showing

A Man for All Seasons – Parish Centre, Friday 12^th April at 7.45 pm

The story of Thomas More, who stood up to King Henry VIII when he rejected the Roman Catholic Church. 

Starring Charlton Heston, Vanessa Redgrave, John Hurt and John Gielgud. More info, email:  HolyCrossFilmClub@outlook.com

SHOW ME THE WAY I SHOULD GO: tools for making life choices

Takes place online: 13^th April 24 from 10am-1pm

The Southwark Spirituality Commission is pleased to offer an exciting webinar this Spring on the subject of how to discern God’s calling and make life choices. The online meeting will be led by spiritual director and author, Chris Chapman.

https://www.rcsouthwark.co.uk/news-events/events

Zoom Link: https://bit.ly/Choices2024

Southwark Diocese Pilgrimage to Walsingham: On Sat 27th April 2024 Bishop Philip Moger will lead the pilgrimage during this 2024 Year of Prayer. A coach has been arranged from Upper Norwood parish to drive direct to the Shrine. We will have adoration and confessions at the Basilica from 11am, mass at 12noon, packed lunch, and 2:15pm procession to the Ancient Abbey grounds (dating to around 1061AD). To book the coach please telephone Fr James Clark 02086702777 or email norwoodupper@rcaos.org.uk

HCPT PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES

Fr Luke’s 2024 HCPT Group will be travelling on the 13^th – 20^th September this year, staying in Hosanna House, which is fully equipped to meet the needs of the disabled. This will be our first time going back since the Pandemic and we are very excited! 

We need able bodied helpers, both male and female, to give a week of their time to assist us with the Group, and there are many different positions to be filled. It is a great opportunity to find out the role that the disabled can play, in showing us the way to Christ.  We would especially like to hear from any nurses if they are able to assist us.

The Pilgrimage week is very special and always leaves us feeling inspired, and uplifted. For further information go to the HCPT website www.hcpt.org.uk and look for Summer Pilgrimages.

Please contact the Group leaders: Sandra Allen (07768080537), Manus Finnerty (020 8669 5265), or Father Luke (020 8642 3863). 

Job Vacancy AEC

The Agency for Evangelisation and Catechesis has developed a strong reputation for effective and creative support for parishes in terms of evangelisation, catechesis and formation. This is chiefly expressed in the Some Definite Service approach to parish growth. We are looking for a new Evangelisation and Outreach Advisor to join our well-respected and vibrant team. This is a full-time post and further information can be found on the Agency website: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/latest/job-vacancy-evangelisation. Deadline for applications midnight 15 April. Interviews 22 April 2024.

May they rest in peace: Remember those who died recently, Janet Pini, Breda Witherow, Denis Hartnett, Peter Shelbourne, Helena McLaughlin, Kathleen Leonard, Pat Marter, … Remember to pray for those who are sick, the isolated, and their carers, especially those within our own Parish Community: Maria O’Shea (The lady who arranges the flowers on Our Lady Chapel), Norah Sheridan, Mary Pierse, Edna Thornton, Mary Dolan, Margaret Morton, Janet, Maria Leggett, Doris D’Siouza …