Week of 29th October 2006

TODAY

MUTUAL INTRODUCTIONS, with coffee etc, after every Mass next w/e. See front.
ECHOES Due to popular demand the 1st session of this Maryvale Institute inspired course will be repeated, today Sunday 1:30–4:30pm. This is for anyone wanting to receive formation in their faith, particularly to be a witness to our faith. 2nd session will be next Sat 1:30

WEDNESDAY - THE FEAST OF ALL SAINTS
This is a Holy Day of Obligation. Catholics are required to come to Mass, except for a grave reason. Masses Tues eve 6:30 p.m. (Vigil), Wed 9:30 am (with Junior School), 12 noon, 6:30pm

AT THE BACK OF CHURCH THERE ARE:

MAGDALA Autumn edition of the parish magazije can be purchased. Only 25p!

NOVEMBER DEAD LISTS For prayer intentions for Nov Masses. Sheets are placed close to the altar during Nov, and some particular Masses are said for their intention.

CTS PAMPHLET “Praying for the Dead”, in wall holder near porch exit.
GOD IS LOVE excellent diocesan reflection booklets for weeks up to Advent with daily reflections. £1 from the newspapaer stand.

FIRST COMMUNION PREPARATION form & letter. Light orange for Year Three and Year Four Children. Dark orange for older children. Please ring Clergy Ho over the coming weeks to arrange a November meeting of parents and child with Mrs Edwards
REPOSITORY- Large selection of Christmas cards, cribs , mass bouquets and candles.

NEXT SUNDAY: Sick and Retired Priests Fund Retiring Collection. There are now 90 retired priests in our diocese and 90 more in the next 10 years. They have given their lives to the church, it is important that we pray for them. It is also important that we ensure that they receive the care they require when they require it. Please take a donation envelope & give as much as you can next w/e.

NEXT SUNDAY: SPECIAL NEEDS CAKE SALE- Bring and buy! After morning Masses in the annexe. We would be very grateful for all donations of cakes.

BLESSING OF GRAVES Sat 4th Nov 2.30pm Milespit Lane(Kingsbury), Sun 5th Nov 2.00pm Hendon (meet in Chapel), 2.30pm Willesden New Cemetary, Sun 12th Nov 2.00pm Alperton, 2.00pm Carpenders Park, 2.30pm St Mary’s & Kensal Green, 3.00pm Clamp Hill.
BETHANY MASS- For all the bereaved parishioners who have passed away during the last year. The Mass is on 10th November at 7.30pm. All are welcome.

GROUP LEADERS MEETING Very important time for leaders of our parish groups Sat 11th November 2:15 -4:15 pm prayerfully reflecting together about the future development of our parish.

KNIGHT’S OF ST COLUMBA Annual Dinner Dance- Sat 18th Nov at the Mazenod Centre, Quex Rd, NW6. A five course Christmas meal and dancing until midnight. Tickets £26 per person. Contact Tom 0208 451 2243 or Tim 0208 459 3901.

SHARING DEEP FRUITFULNESS: AN OPPORTUNITY TO CONSECRATE ONESELF TO OUR LADY Evening of Friday 8th December, following John Paul II, numerous saints and apparitions of Fatima and Schio (Italy). Introductory meeting on Thurs 9th Nov (not Mon) at 7pm & then 4 more Thurs eve.s to prepare for possible spe-cial commitment to Mary on Feast of Immaculate Conception. Info from Martin Plunkett