First Sunday of Lent – 26th February 2012

Parish Update
Repository St Patrick‘s Day and Easter cards as well as new Sunday Missal on sale now.

Cricklewood Homeless Concern Monthly collection of non perishable food stuffs at all Masses this weekend.

Cafod Family Fast Day Friday 2nd March.

Parish Lenten Charities are Holy Family Sisters of the Needy and to Aid to the Church in need. Collection boxes are at back of Church and opposite Our Lady’s altar.

Magdala Parish Magazine will be on sale after all Masses this weekend.

St Mary Magdalen Wednesday Club is organising a trip to a Jubilee Variety Day
(Lunch and entertainment) in Wood Green on Thursday 15th March 2012. Cost including coach is £22.50. There are 5/6 places available. To book, please phone 020 8963 0973

Special Needs Group would like to thank all who supported their recent cake sale. A total of £356 was raised for this worthy cause.

Appreciation The Family of the late Ann Moore wish to thank everyone for their Mass cards, flowers and support on their recent bereavement. A Mass will be offered for your intentions. A donation of £285. has been made to Great Ormond Street Hospital in her memory.

St Luke’s Hospice Kenton Grange fund raiser at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Forty Avenue Wembley HA9 8EW on 10th March 2012 at 7.30pm. Full details at the back of Church.

Konkanni Prayer and Mass will be held at English Martyrs Church Chalk Hill Rd Wembley Park (beside Lidl) on 25th March 2012 at 12.40pm. All are welcome.

Westminster Notices

Guided Prayer in Lent If you are aged between 18 and 35 why not take this opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ during Lent? You will meet once a week with an experienced prayer guide who will accompany you as you strive to listen more carefully to the voice of God in your life. See the poster on the notice board. Contact Sr Emma on emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk or 020 7798 9360 for more details.

A Day with Mary at the Immaculate Conception Farm Street, London W1 on Saturday
10th March 2012 commencing at 10.00am. Full details at the back of Church.

An exciting new movement Come and find out more about Marthe Robin, whose self offering in the midst of great suffering helped so many new initiatives in the Church to get started and the Foyers de Charite, the movement she founded in 1936 which is now present in 42 Countries. Because of growing interest in the Foyers in Great Britain, we are holding an information day with talks testimonies and discussion on Saturday 17th March at St Mary of the Angels Church Moorhouse Rd W2 5DJ from 11.00am to 4.pm (Mass at 10.30am). Refreshments provided, bring a packed lunch. Contact Mgr Keith Barltrop 020 7229 0487 – keithbarltrop@rcdow.org.uk

Youth of the Parish If you are young person or a young adult, you may be interested in coming along to the Flame Congress, 24 March 2012 in Wembley. Many thousands of young Catholics are expected to attend. There will be local and international speakers to help us grow in the faith, as well as music and an atmosphere of joy and participation. The Youth Support Team (YST) and the Diocesan Youth Chaplain, Fr. David Reilly, want to encourage young people in year 10 and above and young adults in parish groups to attend this event. See http://cymfed.org/congress/flame/2012/ for more details. If you are interested in attending please speak to Fr Kevin or Deacon Michael.

Archbishop’s Mass of Thanksgiving for the Sacrament of Matrimony, Westminster Cathedral Saturday, 26th May at 3.00pm. The Archbishop will be inviting to this Mass all couples in the Diocese who are celebrating their 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th and 60th + wedding anniversary of Catholic marriage in 2012. If you qualify, please give the following details in at Clergy House: husband and wife’s names, wedding date, full postal address and email (or telephone number if no email.)

7th Sunday 19th February 2012

Parish Update

Cricklewood Homeless Concern Monthly collection of non perishable food stuffs at all Masses this weekend.

Lenten Family Fast Day Friday 2nd March. Proceeds will be donated to Holy Family Sisters of the Needy and to Aid to the Church in need.

Magdala Parish Magazine will be on sale after all masses this weekend.

St Mary Magdalen Wednesday Club is organising a trip to a Jubilee Variety Day
(Lunch and entertainment) in Wood Green on Thursday 15th March 2012. Cost including coach is £22.50. There are 5/6 places available. To book, please phone 020 8963 0973.

Special Needs Group would like to thank all who supported their recent cake sale. A
Total of £356 was raised for this worthy cause.

Appreciation The Family of the late Ann Moore wish to thank everyone for their Mass cards, flowers and support on their recent bereavement. A Mass will be offered for your intentions. A donation of £285. has been made to Great Ormond Street Hospital in her memory.

St Lukle’s Hospice Kenton Grange fund raiser at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Forty Avenue Wembley HA9 8EW on 10th March 2012 7.30pm. Full details at the back of Church.


Konkanni Prayer and Mass will be held at English Martyrs Church Chalk Hill Rd Wembley Park (beside Lidl) on 25th March 2012 at 12.40pm. All are welcome.

Westminster Notices

Guided Prayer in Lent If you are aged between 18 and 35 why not take this opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ during Lent? You will meet once a week with an experienced prayer guide who will accompany you as you strive to listen more carefully to the voice of God in your life. See the poster on the notice board. Contact Sr Emma on emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk or 020 7798 9360 for more details.

A Day with Mary The Immaculate Conception Farm Street, London W1 Saturday 10th March 2012 commencing at 10.00am. Full details at the back of Church.

An exciting new movement Come and find out more about Marthe Robin, whose self offering in the midst of great suffering helped so many new initiatives in the Church to get started and the Foyers de Charite, the movement she founded in 1936 which is now present in 42 Countries. Because of growing interest in the Foyers in Great Britain, we are holding an information day with talks testimonies and discussion on Saturday 17th March at St Mary of the Angels Church Moorhouse Rd W2 5DJ from 11.00am to 4.pm (Mass at 10.30am). Refreshments provided, bring a packed lunch. Contact Mgr Keith Barltrop 020 7229 0487 – keithbarltrop@rcdow.org.uk

Youth of the Parish if you are young person or a young adult, you may be interested in coming along to the Flame Congress, 24 March 2012 in Wembley. Many thousands of young Catholics are expected to attend. There will be local and international speakers to help us grow in the faith, as well as music and an atmosphere of joy and participation. The Youth Support Team (YST) and the Diocesan Youth Chaplain, Fr. David Reilly, want to encourage young people in year 10 and above and young adults in parish groups to attend this event. See http://cymfed.org/congress/flame/2012/ for more details. If you are interested in attending please speak to Fr Kevin or Deacon Michael.

Archbishop’s Mass of Thanksgiving for the Sacrament of Matrimony, Westminster Cathedral Saturday, 26th May at 3.00pm. The Archbishop will be inviting to this Mass all couples in the Diocese who are celebrating their 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th and 60th + wedding anniversary of Catholic marriage in 2012. If you qualify, please give the following details in at Clergy House: husband and wife’s names, wedding date, full postal address and email (or telephone number if no email.)

Sixth Sunday of the Year – 12th February 2012

Parish Update

New Sunday Missal now for sale in the repository.
Cake sale in aid of the Parish Special Needs Group after all Masses next Sunday. Donations of cakes for this worthy cause would be much appreciated.
Thinking of taking the pledge for Lent? Non pioneers are invited to take the short term pledge for the duration of Lent. Conditions for the enrolment are:-

• To abstain from intoxicating drink.
• To recite the prayer daily .
• To wear the Pioneer emblem. A deposit of £4.is required which will be repaid on return of emblem.
• Enrolment will be after 6.30pm Mass on Sunday 19th February.

Pilgrimages

Rome: February 20th to 23rd 2012 - £400. Lourdes: May 8th to 12th – all in - £470
Full details from John O’Sullivan on 020 8459 0279

Westminster Notices

February issue of Westminster Record, the monthly newspaper for the Diocese of Westminster, will be in our parishes this weekend. We lead with the Lent ‘Faith Matters’ lectures and include features on Commercial Road parish and St Dorothy’s Convent in Hampstead. You can now view the paper online. (This link also works on tablet, ipads and smartphones) http://edition.pagesuite-professional.co.uk/Launch.


Guided Prayer in Lent If you are aged between 18 and 35 why not take this opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ during Lent? You will meet once a week with an experienced prayer guide who will accompany you as you strive to listen more carefully to the voice of God in your life. See the poster on the notice board. Contact Sr Emma on emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk or 020 7798 9360 for more details.

Catholic Medical Conference. Saying yes and saying no. Medical and moral dilemmas faced by healthcare workers 25-26th February 2012 To be held in Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, DA15 8LW in South East London. Crucial questions such as how to offer care when others would advise ceasing care, advising someone in a crisis pregnancy and how to communicate good clinical decisions. There is a distinguished panel of speaker including several experienced consultants, a barrister, the head of ‘Nurses Opposed to Euthanasia’ and a priest who is a qualified physician. There will be overnight adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and a blessing for health care workers. There will be a conference banquet on the Saturday Evening. See www.faithandfamily.org.uk for details or speak to Deacon Michael.

Archbishop’s Mass of Thanksgiving for the Sacrament of Matrimony, Westminster Cathedral Saturday, 26th May at 3.00pm. The Archbishop will be inviting to this Mass all couples in the Diocese who are celebrating their 10th, 25th, 40th, 50th and 60th + wedding anniversary of Catholic marriage in 2012. If you qualify, please give the following details in at Clergy House: husband and wife’s names, wedding date, full postal address and email (or telephone number if no email.)

Diocesan Young Adults’ Retreat/Pilgrimage We are organising a retreat/pilgrimage to Rome in September. Full details have yet to be confirmed, but it will take place 14th to 19th September and is likely to cost between £550 and £600. The itinerary is yet to be planned, but the time will include input, periods of silence and communal prayer, discussion, community building and sightseeing. This is a real opportunity to take some time to pray and think about God in a centre of our faith. At this point we’re hoping to assess the level of interest. Please let Sr Emma know if this is something you would be interested in hearing more about it - emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk

Catholic Marriage Preparation Courses in the Diocese of Westminster Latest information can always be found on www.rcdow.org.uk/pastoralaffairs/marriageandfamilylife

Ten Ten Theatre This Catholic theatre company, are looking for more professional actors to join their company. If you are an actor / actress and are interested in learning more about the company, please visit www.tententheatre.co.uk

The Emerald Day Centre run by BIAS (Brent Irish advisory Service ) every Friday has spaces available. Open to all older Irish Adults living in any borough. Provides lunch, Mass, activities & entertainment. Will take Social Services’ referrals or privately. For access and enquiries to the service please contact Ann or Hyni 020 8459 6655.

Fifth Sunday of the Year – 5th February 2012

Parish Update

New Sunday Missal now for sale in the repository.

Thinking of taking the pledge for Lent? Non pioneers are invited to take the short term pledge for the duration of lent. Conditions for the enrolment are:-
• To abstain from intoxicating drink
• To recite the prayer daily
• To wear the Pioneer emblem.
Please contact Willesden Green Pioneer centre – telephone - 020 8459 6952. We will be happy to enrol you in our register for Lent.

Appreciation: The wife and family of the late Michael Scanlon would like to thank all those who attended his funeral and sent Mass cards. Their sympathy and help was much appreciated. A Mass will be offered for their intentions.


Pilgrimages

Rome: February 20th to 23rd 2012 - £400. Lourdes: May 8th to 12th – all in - £470
Full details from John O’Sullivan on 020 8459 0279


Westminster Notices

Celebration of Our Lady of Lourdes Mass with Anointing of the Sick, next Saturday 11th February 2012 at 2.00 pm. The Archbishop will be the Chief Celebrant, at the annual Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes, in the Cathedral. The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered during the Mass by the Archbishop, Auxiliary Bishops and Priests who will be concelebrating the Mass. If you are in need of physical assistance, please contact the parish office with your details.

Guided Prayer in Lent If you are aged between 18 and 35 why not take this opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ during Lent. You will meet once a week with an experienced prayer guide who will accompany you as you strive to listen more carefully to the voice of God in your life. See the poster on the notice board. Contact Sr Emma on emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk or 020 7798 9360 for more details.

Diocesan Young Adult Retreat/Pilgrimage We are organising a retreat/pilgrimage to Rome in September. Full details have yet to be confirmed, but it will take place 14th to 19th September and is likely to cost between £550 and £600. The itinerary is yet to be planned, but the time will include input, periods of silence and communal prayer, discussion, community building and a visit to Rome. A real opportunity to take some time to pray and think about God in a centre of our faith. At this point we’re hoping to assess the level of interest. Please let Sr Emma know if this is something you would be interested in hearing more about - emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk

Catholic Marriage Preparation Courses in the Diocese of Westminster latest information can always be found on www.rcdow.org.uk/pastoralaffairs/marriageandfamilylife

Catholic Singles is an organisation which helps single adult Catholics of all ages meet, either one to one or through social events. Please telephone 0161 941 3498, visit the website www.catholicsingles.org.uk or email info@catholicsingles.org.uk

Ten Ten Theatre the Catholic theatre company, are looking for more professional actors to join their company. If you are an actor / actress and interested in learning more about the company, please visit www.tententheatre.co.uk

The Emerald Day Centre run by BIAS (Brent Irish advisory Service ) every Friday has spaces available. Open to all older Irish Adults living in any borough. Provides lunch, Mass, activities & entertainment. Will take Social Services’ referrals or privately. For access and enquiries to the service please contact Ann or Hyni 020 8459 6655.

Fourth Sunday of the Year – 29th January 2012

Parish Update
• Cricklewood Homeless monthly collection of non-perishable foodstuffs this weekend.

• SPUC (Society for the Protection of Unborn Children) a total of £518 was collected for this worthy cause – many thanks to all who contributed.
• New Sunday Roman Missal now on sale in the repository.


Confirmation candidates Formal enrolment will take place at 6.30pm Mass this Sunday 29th January.

Appreciation: Sean Hough would like to thank all who sympathised with him, sent Mass cards etc on the recent death of his sister, Rita Boyle. Mass will be offered for your intentions.


Pilgrimages

Rome: February 20th to 23rd 2012 - £400. Lourdes: May 8th to 12th – all in - £470
Full details from John O’Sullivan on 020 8459 0279


Westminster Notices

Approaches to Youth Ministry Saturday 4 February, a workshop for people who are working with young people or those interested in finding out more about this ministry in the Church. The workshop will begin at 10.00am and end at 1.30pm. It will take place at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. For more information and to book a place please contact Sr Emma on emmanolan@rcdow,org.uk.

Celebration of Our Lady of Lourdes Mass with Anointing of the Sick, on Saturday 11th February 2012 at 2.00 pm. The Archbishop will be the Chief Celebrant, at the annual Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes, in the Cathedral. The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered during the Mass by the Archbishop, Auxiliary Bishops and Priests who will be concelebrating the Mass. If you are in need of physical assistance, please contact the parish office with your details.

Familiaris Consortio 30th Anniversary Celebration and workshops supporting and encouraging marriage and family life. Saturday 11 February 1:30pm – 5pm (Vigil Mass 6pm) Amigo Hall, St George’s Cathedral, Lambeth Road SE1 7HY. FREE admission includes refreshments and choice of 2 workshops from a list of 6 – for details, see Upcoming Events on the homepage of www.rcdow.org.uk or contact marriagese@tiscali.co 020 8690 9310 Suggested donation is £ 5.00 per lecture.

The Human Body - Mystery of Dignity, Suffering and Redemption Annual Theology of the Body Lecture. Wednesday 7 March 6:30pm – 9pm Westminster Cathedral Hall, Ambrosden Avenue, SW1P 1QJ. Speaker: Eduardo J. Echeverria, Professor of Philosophy and Theology at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. Admission £5 on the door. Further information from Catherine MacGillivray cathmacgillivray@rcdow.org.uk 020 7931 6064.

Guided Prayer in Lent If you are aged between 18 and 35 why not take this opportunity to deepen your relationship with Christ during Lent. You will meet once a week with an experienced prayer guide who will accompany you as you strive to listen more carefully to the voice of God in your life. See the poster on the notice board. Contact Sr Emma on emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk or 020 7798 9360 for more details.

Diocesan Young Adult Retreat/Pilgrimage We are organising a retreat/pilgrimage to Rome in September. Full details have yet to be confirmed, but it will take place 14th to 19th September and is likely to cost between £550 and £600. The itinerary is yet to be planned, but the time will include input, periods of silence and communal prayer, discussion, community building and a visit to Rome. A real opportunity to take some time to pray and think about God in a centre of our faith. At this point we’re hoping to assess the level of interest. Please let Sr Emma know if this is something you would be interested in hearing more about - emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk

Catholic Marriage Preparation Courses in the Diocese of Westminster: latest information can always be found on www.rcdow.org.uk/pastoralaffairs/marriageandfamilylife

Catholic Singles is an organisation which helps single adult Catholics of all ages meet, either one to one or through social events. Please telephone 0161 941 3498, visit the website www.catholicsingles.org.uk or email info@catholicsingles.org.uk

Vacancies
The London Oratory School - is currently recruiting for a term time only receptionist. For more details please see www.london-oratory.org/vacancies

Third Sunday of the Year – 22nd January 2012

Parish Update

• Cricklewood Homeless - monthly collection of non-perishable foodstuffs next weekend.
• SPUC – (Society for the Protection of Unborn Children – wish to thank all who contributed to last week’s collection- money still coming in – final total next week.

A Day with Mary: 28th January – Church of Mary Mother of God Ponders End
4th February – Our Lady Queen of the Apostles, Heston
11th February – St Francis de Sales, Tottenham (Full details at back of Church)

Pilgrimages

Rome: February 20th to 23rd 2012 – Cost - £400 – full details from John O’Sullivan on 020 8450 0279.

Medjugorje: 3rd – 10th May from London Stansted - £399. - 17th – 24th July from London Gatwick - £469 (under 30's) others - £525. Youth Festival 31st July – 7th August from London Gatwick - £395 Includes flights, coach transfers, accommodation, breakfast and dinner. All very welcome. Please contact Jonathan on 07955592384 for more info or email info.medjugorjepilgrimages@gmail.com


Westminster Notices.

Jesus as model of servant-leadership in lay ministry: 4 February 2012 - 10.30am-3.00pm - Nazareth House (Hammersmith, London Rd, W6 8DB Fr John Farrell OP will lead a diocesan retreat for parish adult faith formation leaders, volunteers and those who would like to get involved in parish adult faith formation. For further details and registration pack including directions and plan for the day, please contact ausrakaraliute@rcdow.org.uk or call 020 7931 6078. Lunch will be provided. Suggested donation £14.00.

Faith Matters Lent 2012: Confident and Catholic: Exploring a Vision for the Church in Our Land This series of lectures is to address some of the Church’s key priorities, aims and objectives currently identified by our bishops in their document A Vision for the Church in Our Land. The bishops hope that these priorities will serve to make us more confidently Catholic in our proclamation of the truth of the Gospel and our engagement in society at large.
7pm – 8.30pm, Westminster Cathedral Hall, Ambrosden Avenue, SW1P 1QJ. (dates 28th Feb., 6th March, 20th March and 27th March). All are welcome. Register at www.rcdow.org.uk/faithmatters or at faithmatters@rcdow.org.uk or tel. 020 7931 6078. Suggested donation is £ 5.00 per lecture.


Lenten Prayer Guiding Programme: This Lent we will be running a period of guided prayer for young adults. This is an opportunity for young adults to deepen their relationship with Christ with support from a prayer guide. After an initial gathering, where they will meet their guide and learn more about the accompanying relationship, they will meet the guide once a week for the five full weeks of Lent. The guide will help the young people explore prayer and journey with them as they learn more about themselves and their relationship with God. It is hoped these individual meetings will be run across the diocese. There are a limited number of places available, so contact Sr Emma Nolan at Vaughan House for more information or to book a place. emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk (Cost £10-£30).

Dublin Eucharistic Congress (10-17 June): Archbishop Vincent Nichols will be leading a pilgrimage from Westminster diocese to the International Eucharistic Congress in Dublin from the Wednesday evening (13 June) till the Sunday (flying back on Monday 18 June). 60 places have been booked on this pilgrimage. As well as the daily celebration of Mass, there will be talks each day by internationally known speakers, and a great variety of workshops on themes connected with the Eucharist. Details can be found on a flyer which is available at the back of Church.. Also - Young adults are encouraged to be part of the Westminster group at the Eucharistic Congress . All bookings are through the diocesan pilgrimage office. Please contact Gerald Daly at - geralddaly@rcdow.org.uk

Diocesan Young Adult Retreat/Pilgrimage: We are organising a retreat/pilgrimage to Rome in September. Full details have yet to be confirmed, but it will take place 14th to 19th September and is likely to cost between £550 and £600. The itinerary is yet to be planned, but the time will include input, periods of silence and communal prayer, discussion, community building and a visit to Rome. A real opportunity to take some time to pray and think about God in a centre of our faith. At this point we’re hoping to assess the level of interest. Please let Sr Emma know if this is something you would be interested in hearing more about - emmanolan@rcdow.org.uk.


Vacancies

Laundry Assistant- Allen Hall Seminary: A reliable person is required to undertake laundry and domestic duties at Allen Hall Seminary, based in Chelsea. Duties will include undertaking the house laundry including the personal laundry of the resident priests. S/he will also need to cover the hours of the domestic staff when they are on leave and at these times will be responsible for general cleaning of the reception area, other communal areas, bathrooms and kitchenettes. To apply for this position, please visit our website and complete an online application from our website at www.rcdow.org.uk/jobs Please note that electronic applications will be accepted.

Second Sunday of the Year – 15th January 2012

Parish Update

• Westminster Year Book for 2012 and New Sunday Roman Missal – now available in the Repository.

• SPUC – (Society for the Protection of unborn children) are holding its annual appeal this weekend. In common with the Catholic Church, SPUC defends and upholds the sanctity of human life from conception to natural death. Please give generously to this very worthy cause.

Pilgrimage to Rome: February 20th to 23rd 2012 – Cost - £400 – full details from John O’Sullivan on 020 8450 0279.
Westminster Notices.


New Year’s Resolution: Volunteer for CAFOD! Do you have good public speaking skills and want to help tackle poverty and injustice? CAFOD needs volunteers to speak in parishes about its work in the developing world. Come to “Understanding CAFOD” Day on Saturday, 21 January to learn how to get involved. For more information or to book, contact CAFOD on 0208 449 6970 or westminster@cafod.org.uk. Space is limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!


Vocations Discernment Group: The next meeting of the group for young adults (18-30’s) is on Friday 27 January with a talk by Bishop John Sherrington, on “Called to Serve”. 7-9pm in the Hinsley Room, Morpeth Terrace next to Westminster Cathedral. For further info contact Sr Gabi at info@free2become.org or Fr Richard at richardnesbitt@rcdow.org.uk

Sympathy to Solidarity - a day of reflection for all People involved in action on homelessness – Alastair Murray & team Saturday 28th January 11am-4pm 114, Mount Street W1K 3AH www.mountstreet.info 020-7495-1673 In preparation for Homelessness Sunday (29th January 2012), this workshop will be suitable for anyone who already works in a paid or voluntary capacity with homeless people, and also for all those who would like to do so. It takes as its starting point “contemplation grounded in reality” and together we will explore what it means to be committed to social justice and Gospel values in our daily living and volunteering.


Come and See - Day for Women discerning a Call to Religious Life. A chance for women (aged 20-40) to learn more about consecrated life, and to meet a variety of religious and others who are discerning this vocation. Saturday 4 February, 10 – 5 at the Carmelite Priory in Kensington. Please contact Fr Richard Nesbitt at richardnesbitt@rcdow.org.uk for more info.

Celebration of Our Lady of Lourdes: with Anointing of the Sick, on Saturday 11th February 2012 at 2.00 pm. The Archbishop will be the Chief Celebrant, at the annual Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes, in the Cathedral. The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered during the Mass by the Archbishop, Auxiliary Bishops and Priests who will be concelebrating the Mass. Please contact the parish office with your details if you would like to attend this Mass.


Youth of the Parish: if you are young person or a young adult, you may be interested in coming along to the Flame Congress, 24 March 2012 in Wembley. Many thousands of young Catholics are expected to attend. There will be local and international speakers to help us grow in the faith, as well as music and an atmosphere of joy and participation. The Youth Support Team (YST) and the Diocesan Youth Chaplain, Fr. David Reilly, want to encourage young people in year 10 and above and young adults in parish groups to attend this event. See http://cymfed.org/congress/flame/2012/ for more details. If you are interested in attending please speak to Fr Kevin or Deacon Michael.


Diocesan Vacancies

The Cardinal Vaughan Memorial School: Vacancy for Librarian- Application packs available via the Headmaster’s Secretary on : 020 7603 8478. – full details at back of Church.

Organ Scholar: applications are invited for a post-graduate organ scholarship awarded annually) commencing 1 September 2012 Full details may be obtained from: Aoife Daly, Music Administrator, Clergy House, 42 Francis Street, London SW1P 1QW Tel: 020 7798 9057 or email: music@westminstercathedral.org.uk

St. Joseph’s Pastoral Centre has responsibility for the support of people with learning disabilities. We work with families in the parishes of the Diocese and at a Centre mainly for adults in Hendon. We seek people to join the management committee to become a ‘critical friend’ to St. Joseph’s in a voluntary role. If you are interested please contact Sue on 020 8202 3999 or at sue@stjoseph.org.uk or consult our website www.stjoseph.org.uk .

Epiphany of the Lord – 8th January 2012

Parish Update

• Westminster Year Book for 2012 and New Sunday Roman Missal – now available in the Repository.
• SPUC – (Society for the Protection of unborn children) will be holding its annual appeal next weekend. In common with the Catholic Church, SPUC defends and upholds the sanctity of human life from conception to natural death. Please give generously to this very worthy cause.
• Confession: should you need help in preparing for this sacrament, see the leaflets at the back of the church “How to go to Confession” and “The Sacrament of Confession - a guide for adults”
• Parish email: is now willesdengreen@rcdow.org.uk
Reminders - 1st Holy Communion - preparation programme starts on this coming Monday (9th Jan) at 6:00pm at St Mary Magdalen’s School, Linacre Road.
Confirmation - preparation programme starts on this coming Monday (9th Jan) at 7:00pm at Jesus & Mary Infant School, Park Avenue.


Westminster Notices.

New Year’s Resolution: Volunteer for CAFOD! Do you have good public speaking skills and want to help tackle poverty and injustice? CAFOD needs volunteers to speak in parishes about its work in the developing world. Come to “Understanding CAFOD” Day on Saturday, 21 January to learn how to get involved. For more information or to book, contact CAFOD on 0208 449 6970 or westminster@cafod.org.uk. Space is limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!

Sympathy to Solidarity - a day of reflection for all People involved in action on homelessness – Alastair Murray & team Saturday 28th January 11am-4pm 114, Mount Street W1K 3AH www.mountstreet.info 020-7495-1673 In preparation for Homelessness Sunday (29th January 2012), this workshop will be suitable for anyone who already works in a paid or voluntary capacity with homeless people, and also for all those who would like to do so. It takes as its starting point “contemplation grounded in reality” and together we will explore what it means to be committed to social justice and Gospel values in our daily living and volunteering.

Jesus as Model of Servant-Leadership in Lay Ministry: a Diocesan retreat for parish adult faith formation leaders, volunteers and those who would like to get involved in parish adult faith formation by Fr John Farrell OP on Saturday 4th February 2012 at Nazareth House Hammersmith W6 8DB. For full details and registration please call 020 7931 6078 or email ausrakaraliute@rcdow.org.uk

Celebration of Our Lady of Lourdes: with Anointing of the Sick, on Saturday 11th February 2012 at 2.00 pm. The Archbishop will be the Chief Celebrant, at the annual Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes, in the Cathedral. The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered during the Mass by the Archbishop, Auxiliary Bishops and Priests who will be concelebrating the Mass. Please contact the parish office with your details if you would like to attend this Mass.

Youth of the Parish: if you are young person or a young adult, you may be interested in coming along to the Flame Congress, 24 March 2012 in Wembley. Many thousands of young Catholics are expected to attend. There will be local and international speakers to help us grow in the faith, as well as music and an atmosphere of joy and participation. The Youth Support Team (YST) and the Diocesan Youth Chaplain, Fr. David Reilly, want to encourage young people in year 10 and above and young adults in parish groups to attend this event. See http://cymfed.org/congress/flame/2012/ for more details. If you are interested in attending please speak to Fr Kevin or Deacon Michael.

Diocesan Vacancies

Organ Scholar: applications are invited for a post-graduate organ scholarship awarded annually) commencing 1 September 2012 Full details may be obtained from: Aoife Daly, Music Administrator, Clergy House, 42 Francis Street, London SW1P 1QW Tel: 020 7798 9057 or email: music@westminstercathedral.org.uk.

St. Joseph’s Pastoral Centre has responsibility for the support of people with learning disabilities. We work with families in the parishes of the Diocese and at a Centre mainly for adults in Hendon. We seek people to join the management committee to become a ‘critical friend’ to St. Joseph’s in a voluntary role. If you are interested please contact Sue on 020 8202 3999 or at sue@stjoseph.org.uk or consult our website www.stjoseph.org.uk.

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God – 1st January 2012

Parish Update

• Fr Kieran: given his wish not to have a “hullabaloo”, and after advice from people who know him well, I think we should respect the good father’s wishes. However, he is not around this weekend so at the end of all Masses there will be a retiring collection for him to show our appreciation of his wonderful service to our parish. If you haven’t got an offering this weekend and since he will be here next weekend (and we want to keep this a secret) you might like to bring your contribution to Clergy House during the week – please just put it in an envelope labelled “Fr Kieran”. Next week I shall let you know when his last weekend will be and we shall make a presentation to him at that time. In the meantime, let us give thanks as he suggests and pray for him and his new parish.

• Confession: should you need help in preparing for this sacrament, see leaflets at back of church “How to go to Confession” and “The Sacrament of Confession - a guide for adults”

• Parish email: is now willesdengreen@rcdow.org.uk

• Cricklewood Homeless Concern: Collection of non perishable food stuffs is this weekend.

• Marriage: if you are planning on getting married, in this parish or elsewhere, you will need to give your parish priest at least six months notice to prepare paperwork and attend a pre marriage course. There is a marriage preparation day in Kenton, on Sunday 24th June 2012 from 9am to 3pm. The cost is £50 per couple. Please call 02082043550 or email your details to kenton@rcdow.org.uk to register.


Westminster Notices.

Come Away …and Listen: a practical day of learning to listen and know God’s loving will for 18-25 year olds on Saturday 7 January 2012 at SPEC, All Saints Pastoral Centre, London Colney AL2 1AG. Further details at the back of church or atwww.spec.org.uk.

Jesus as Model of Servant-Leadership in Lay Ministry: a Diocesan retreat for parish adult faith formation leaders, volunteers and those who would like to get involved in parish adult faith formation by Fr John Farrell OP on Saturday 4th February 2012at Nazareth House Hammersmith W6 8DB. For full details and registration please call 020 7931 6078 or email ausrakaraliute@rcdow.org.uk.

Youth of the Parish: if you are young person or a young adult, you may be interested in coming along to the Flame Congress, 24 March 2012 in Wembley. Many thousands of young Catholics are expected to attend. There will be local and international speakers to help us grow in the faith, as well as music and an atmosphere of joy and participation. The Youth Support Team (YST) and the Diocesan Youth Chaplain, Fr. David Reilly, want to encourage young people in year 10 and above and young adults in parish groups to attend this event. See http://cymfed.org/congress/flame/2012/ for more details. If you are interested in attending please speak to Fr Kevin or Deacon Michael.

GK Chesterton Society: this well known Catholic author, journalist and public debater, also wrote a couple of plays. His last play, The Surprise, is a fascinating Catholic story spun around a travelling playwright who creates a set of puppets to perform one of his plays is to be shown on EWTN. The play is 2 hours long and can be seen on Wednesday 21st December at 3am, Friday 23rd at 9pm or Saturday 24th at 11pm. You can watch EWTN online at www.ewtn.co.uk or on sky 589. For Chesterton prayer cards etc see; www.catholicgkchestertonsociety.co.uk

Diocesan Vacancies

Organ Scholar: applications are invited for a post-graduate organ scholarship awarded annually) commencing 1 September 2012 Full details may be obtained from: Aoife Daly, Music Administrator, Clergy House, 42 Francis Street, London SW1P 1QW Tel: 020 7798 9057 or email: music@westminstercathedral.org.uk

St. Joseph’s Pastoral Centre has responsibility for the support of people with learning disabilities. We work with families in the parishes of the Diocese and at a Centre mainly for adults in Hendon. We seek people to join the management committee to become a ‘critical friend’ to St. Joseph’s in a voluntary role. If you are interested please contact Sue on 020 8202 3999 or at sue@stjoseph.org.uk or consult our website www.stjoseph.org.uk .

St Michaels’s Catholic Grammar School has a vacancy for temporary examinations officer please email applications@st michaels.barnet.sch.uk or call 020 84462256 for further information.

Catholic Singles: is an organisation which helps single adult Catholics of all ages meet, either one to one or through social events. Please tel. 0161 941 3498, visit the website www.catholicsingles.org.uk or email info@catholicsingles.org.uk

New Year’s Resolution: Volunteer for CAFOD! Do you have good public speaking skills and want to help tackle poverty and injustice? CAFOD needs volunteers to speak in parishes about its work in the developing world. Come to “Understanding CAFOD” Day on Saturday, 21 January to learn how to get involved. For more information or to book, contact CAFOD on 0208 449 6970 or westminster@cafod.org.uk. Space is limited, so book early to avoid disappointment!
External Notices

BIAS: [Brent Irish advisory Service], has requested that we publicise the following:

• The Emerald Day Centre run by BIAS every Friday has spaces available. Open to all older Irish Adults living in any borough. Provides lunch, Mass, activities & entertainment. Will take Social Services’ referrals or privately. For access and enquiries to the service please contact Ann or Hyni 020 8459 6655.

• Volunteer wanted - To do administration with excel/word work 2 days per week, Monday & Friday. Call Christina at BIAS 020 8459 6655.


Celebration of Our Lady of Lourdes: with Anointing of the Sick, on Saturday 11th February 2012 at 2.00 pm. The Archbishop will be the Chief Celebrant, at the annual Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes, in the Cathedral. The Sacrament of the Sick will be administered during the Mass by the Archbishop, Auxiliary Bishops and Priests who will be concelebrating the Mass. Please contact the parish office with your details if you would like to attend this Mass.