Blessed Robert Grissold Catholic Church
A Community based on Faith, Altar and the WordArchived Parish Events
Whilst Sunday Mass is at the core of the parish, there are many other events that take place throughout the year. These events give the opportunity to get together to raise money for the church or one of the charities we support or to celebrate a particular occasion. This page shows archived parish events from our previous website for information. Links to other pages have been disabled but all information can be found in the Parish Archive area of our new site accessible from the Menu button at the top of the page
Archived Parish Events
Date
| Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 07.01.2024 | Welcome | Welcome to Fr John who is the Celebrant at the Mass today |
| 17.03.2020 | MASS CANCELLATIONS | Please note that mass on Tuesday 17th March and Thursday 19th March have been cancelled as Father Frank has had to enter a period of self-isolation due to illness in his family. |
| 03.11.2019 | Rosary | Father Frank sends his thanks to everyone who has prayed the Rosary before and after the Masses in October - the month of the Holy Rosary. It is good to be reminded of the surpassing value of this powerful spiritual weapon - endorsed by the saints and by Our Blessed Lady herself in all her recent apparitions. May the month of the Holy Rosary inspire us to use this form of prayer with greater devotion and regularity |
| 03.06.2018 | Flower List | The Flower list is in the process of being updated and if you would like to help and be part of it (your turn comes round once or twice a year), please get in touch with Pam Martin at church or phone 01676534916. Thank you |
| 09.07.2016 | Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Welcome | On Saturday 9th July at 12 noon we welcome Archbishop Bernard to consecrate our church. The Rite of Consecration will involve the blessing of the church and altar with holy water and oil and the relic of St Margaret Mary will be sealed in the altar upon which incense will be burned. This is a very special celebration and an important moment in the history of our community. Please be seated by 11.45 am so we can be ready in good time before the Archbishop starts |
| 09.07.2016 | Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Buffet Lunch | The Service will be followed by a free buffet lunch with wine/soft drinks & celebratory cake. 150 have been catered for incl. vegetarian options. Please join the celebrations |
| 09.07.2016 | Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Parking | Please note there is no parking in the church car park due to the marquee so can you please park in our field. There will be signs showing directions. |
| 09.07.2016 | Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Altar Servers | Can they please make sure they collect there Albs today after mass so they can be cleaned and also please attend a meeting at Church on Tuesday 5th July at 5:30pm |
| 08.07.2016 | Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Instrumental Group Meeting/Set Up | Please can all members of the instrumental group meet at Church on Friday 8th July at 6pm for a quick music run through and set up. |
| 06.07.2016 | Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Veneration of the relic of St Margaret Mary | There will be Veneration of the relic of St Margaret Mary after 7pm Mass this Wednesday 6th July. |
| 06.07.2016 | Get Together | Next ‘get together’ is this Wednesday July 6th. Meet at BRG at 10.30 am, then on to Maureen Carroll's 14 Arden Close for coffee and cake |
| 05.07.2016 | Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Meeting with the archbishop secretary | Can all those that have been allocated duties in the church on the day please attend the above meeting on Tuesday 5th July at 5.30pm |
| 03.07.2016 | A Prayer for the Consecration of our Church | God our heavenly Father, make the door of our Church wide enough to receive all who need human love and a Father’s heavenly care, and narrow enough to shut out all envy, pride and lack of love; here may the tempted find help, the sorrowful receive comfort, the careless be awakened to repentance, and the penitent be assured of your mercy; and here may all your children renew their strength and go on their way in hope and joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. |
| 03.07.2016 | Church Consecration - attendance | Saturday 9th July is fast approaching and we need to know how many parishioners will be attending this joyful celebration – both for seating arrangements and for catering. If you intend being with us, please enter your name and family numbers on the sheet in the narthex. Thank you |
| 03.07.2016 | Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Wardens | Can the wardens that have agreed to help meet in the Parish Room after Mass today - John Perry, Dominic Green, Chris Burleigh, Godfrey Chesshire, Monica Green, Catherine Driffield, Charles Gibbs, Alan Devoy, Charles Green, Ciaran McSorley, Ken Green |
| 26.06.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedication for this week is: George E. Perry |
| 26.06.2016 | Garden Party | The garden party raised £681.60 a big Thank you to Tracey and Anne |
| 26.06.2016 | Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick | Every last Thursday in the month there is an opportunity for those who are sick to partake of this sacrament. The practice of being anointed with oil as a powerful prayer for strengthening and healing dates back to the earliest Church. Scripture bears witness to this when it says: “Are there any who are sick among you? Let them send for the priests of the Church and let the priests pray over them, anointing them with oil in the name of the Lord; and the prayer of faith will save the sick persons, and the Lord will raise them up; and if they have committed any sins their sins will be forgiven them. |
| 26.06.2016 | Prayer in the life of a Christian | The meditations after the Wednesday evening Mass will be drawn from the teaching of the Benedictine monk Cyprian Smith and will be concerned with our prayer life. All welcome |
| 26.06.2016 | National Garden Scheme | Maggie and Chris Ellis at Firs Farm, Windmill Lane are one of eleven gardens open in aid of nursing and caring charities today, Sunday 26 June 11am to 6pm. Light refreshments available at three properties |
| 23.06.2016 | PCC Meeting | Parish Council meeting at church this Thursday 23 June at 8pm. after Mass |
| 19.06.2016 | Donation of Crosses and Candles for the Consecration | A Big Thank you to all the people who have donated the four crosses which will be wall mounted in the church as a sign of Consecration |
| 19.06.2016 | Prayer in the life of a Christian | The meditations after the Wednesday evening Mass will be drawn from the teaching of the Benedictine monk Cyprian Smith and will be concerned with our prayer life. All welcome |
| 19.06.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedication for this week is: Ian Stewart |
| 18.06.2016 | Afternoon Tea/Garden Party | There will be an afternoon Tea/Garden Party on Saturday 18th June at Patrick House, 86 Meeting House Lane, Balsall Common 2.00pm - 5.00pm. Organised by Tracey McAtamney and Anne O'Brien. All proceeds towards Consecration Fund. Further details to follow. |
| 15.06.2016 | Maintenance Meeting | There will be a meeting of the Maintenance Committee on Wednesday 15 June at church following the 7pm Mass. |
| 12.06.2016 | First Holy Communicants | Please keep in your prayers those children who will be making their First Holy Communion here next week, James & Chloe Holland, Grace Walkerdine, Caitlin Hunka and Brian Doherty |
| 12.06.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedications for this week are: The McLellan and Hume families |
| 12.06.2016 | Thank you to Fr Mark | We are very grateful to him for covering the Masses whilst Fr Frank has been on holiday |
| 05.06.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedications for this week are: Nora Flynn and Frank Holden |
| 05.06.2016 | Welcome | A warm welcome to Fr Mark who will preside at Mass today. We are very grateful to him for covering the Masses whilst Fr Frank has been on holiday |
| 01.06.2016 | Get-together | Get-together this Wednesday 1st June. Meet at BRG at 10.30am for onward visit to Ann Crossley's garden at "Barnfield" Fen End Rd. for refreshments |
| 29.05.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedication for this week is Reece Abreu |
| 29.05.2016 | Welcome! | A warm welcome to Fr Mark who will preside at Mass today |
| 29.05.2016 | Eucharistic Service | Please note that there is a Eucharistic Service at 10am on Tuesday on the Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. There will be no First Friday Mass this month |
| 29.05.2016 | Church Consecration | Saturday 9th July is fast approaching and we need to know how many parishioners will be attending this joyful celebration – both for seating arrangements and for catering. If you intend being with us, please enter your name and family numbers on the sheet in the narthex. Thank you |
| 29.05.2016 | Consecration Cross and Candle | As part of the consecration service there are four crosses with candles to be wall mounted around the church. These are blessed by the Archbishop and lit as part of the service. Afterwards, they will be lit on special occasions throughout the year. If anyone would like to donate one of these in memory of a loved one, the cost of each cross and candle is £150. Please speak to Joe Martin |
| 22.05.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedication for this week is all students who are sitting exams around this time. |
| 22.05.2016 | Kathryn Green’s Africa Raffle | A huge thank you to all those who supported Kathryn’s raffle in aid of her volunteering trip to South Africa this summer. The raffle has been a great fund-raiser and has raised over £1,000. It was drawn last Sunday at the Knowle fun run and the good news is that out of the 12 prizes, 5 were won by parishioners of Blessed Robert Grissold! Kathryn will be in the narthex after mass today to hand out the prizes to the lucky winners, and the full list of prize winners is also available |
| 22.05.2016 | Choir Practice | A reminder to the choir that there is choir practice today, but none next week as Ian and Ellie are away. On 5th June we will be singing at the Leamington Catenian Circle President’s Mass at Our Lady of the Assumption Church |
| 17.05.2016 | Funeral | Owen Walsh, father of Margaret Fitzgerald, has recently died. His funeral is at 11.00 am on 9th June at Holy Family Catholic Church, Coventry Road, Small Heath, Birmingham |
| 15.05.2016 | Fr. Sebastian | Today we are delighted to welcome back Fr Sebastian who will be preaching at the Mass |
| 15.05.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedication for this week is Terry Brookes (RIP). |
| 15.05.2016 | Thank You | A huge thank you to everyone in the parish who helped to make last Saturday’s Gala Concert such a success –the team who put such a lot of time and effort into planning and organising the event, everyone who helped to run the event on the day, and of course all of the wonderful singers and musicians, many of whom were from our own church. Thank you also to all of you who bought tickets and brought family and friends along to support the event. We raised over £1800, which is a fantastic boost to our Consecration Fund |
| 09.05.2016 | Volunteer for Parish Evangelisation Warwick Deanery | We are holding our next meeting on Monday 9 May at 7.30pm in the upper Davenport Room, St. Peters Parish Centre, Dormer Place, Leamington Spa CV32 5AA. It is hoped that each Parish in the Deanery will be represented at the meeting |
| 08.05.2016 | Sacrament of Confirmation | Next Sunday 8 May, we welcome the family and friends of Veronika who will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. |
| 08.05.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedications for this week is for Bridget Brookes |
| 08.05.2016 | Sacrament of Confirmation | We welcome Veronica, her Sponsor, family and friends as we gather with her to celebrate her Confirmation today. |
| 07.05.2016 | Gala Evening of Music and Song | This special event takes place on Saturday 7th May at 7.30pm at Heart of England School. The evening will be hosted by comedian and broadcaster, Don Maclean, and features a variety of talented singers and musicians. Tickets are priced just £10, and will be on sale after mass on Sunday 10 April. All profits from the concert will go to the Consecration Fund |
| 07.05.2016 | Volunteers needed! | Along with our host and performers, the gala concert will need a small army of helpers to make it happen. If you are prepared to be involved – backstage, front of house, helping to run the interval bar, or with any other of the multitude of tasks – please speak to Ian Clarke (iehclarke@btinternet.com) or Kathy Jones (bobkatjones@btinternet.com). |
| 06.05.2016 | First Friday Mass | First Friday Mass 10.00am this Friday followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Devotion to the Divine Mercy - a time to reflect and be in the presence of the loving mercy of God |
| 04.05.2016 | Get-together | Meet this Wednesday 4 May at 12 noon for light lunch of soup, dessert, tea & coffee. Come and join us |
| 04.05.2016 | Churches Together Coffee Morning | Our church will be hosting the Coffee Morning on Saturday 4 June at the Jubilee Centre. Please let Judith or Louise know if you are able to help on the morning and with making cakes |
| 01.05.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedications for this week is for Bridget Brookes |
| 28.04.2016 | Parish Council meeting | There will be a Parish Council meeting: on Thursday evening 28th April after Mass |
| 24.04.2016 | Millennium Breakfast No.60 | Our Breakfast on Sunday raised £156.10 and we thank everyone for your generosity. We also counted £75 from the Bottle so we are able to send £231.10 to Fr Ed. He will be delighted. Many of you will have read his letter to our Parish and you can see how he has helped to change the lives of many poor children and adults over the last 16 years. Fr Ed will be in England later this year and we hope he will be able to visit BRG. |
| 23.04.2016 | Guttered! | We are looking for some help on Saturday 23th April for a hour to help clear the church gutters. Subject to the weather we will meet at church at 10:00am Thank you |
| 17.04.2016 | Millennium Project | Our next Breakfast number 60 will be on April 17th. There will be the usual selection of warm croissants, toast, jam, orange juice and tea/coffee. Everyone is welcome and it is a chance to meet other parishioners and newcomers to our Church. We will be grateful for donations which will be sent to Fr Ed a Columban Priest who is working with the poor in Lima, Peru. |
| 17.04.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedications for this week are – Ashley Gibbs RIP |
| 17.04.2016 | Kathryn Green is going to South Africa | Kathryn is going to South Africa for a month this July to teach in a rural school with a group of young volunteers. She is currently fundraising for her trip and has been awarded a bursary from the Catenian Association which will be presented to her at the end of Mass today by her Grandfather Brian Green (the Secretary of the Redditch Catenian Circle). Next week she will also be selling raffle tickets after mass to raise money. Any support you can give her would be much appreciated |
| 17.04.2016 | Wanted | Secretary for the Warwick Deanery (including BRG) Vocations Promotion Group meetings, held monthly. Position unpaid, the previous Secretary retired after 10 years. Please respond to Mrs. Shirley Bell at shirleycaroline@hotmail.co.uk. |
| 12.04.2016 | Consecration Liturgy Group | Our next meeting will be at church on Tuesday 12th April at 7.30pm after evening mass. |
| 10.04.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedications for this week is for Martyn Mitchell |
| 06.04.2016 | Get-together | Get-together Wednesday 6 April. Meet at 10.30am in the parish room for coffee, tea and cakes. All welcome. |
| 03.04.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedications for this week are - Patrick & Winifred Ruane and Delia Murray |
| 03.04.2016 | Message from Fr Frank | Thank you once again for your generous Easter offerings and for the way you contribute to the life of our worshipping community and so facilitating our mutual upbuilding in faith. I am taking my post-Easter break this week therefore there will not be the usual weekday Masses. There is, however, a Eucharistic Service on Tuesday at 10am |
| 03.04.2016 | Lourdes HCPT GROUP 83 | Lourdes HCPT GROUP 83: arrived home safely yesterday having had a wonderful week in Lourdes. Everyone in the Group remembered your kindness and generosity. They thank you for your prayers |
| 03.04.2016 | Pet Portraits | Oil mixed media portraits of your pet, on 12” by 9” box canvas, only £40 (of which £30 will be donated to the Consecration Fund). For details call Val Timms on 01676 534636 or text on 07979 347128 |
| 02.04.2016 | Baptism | We pray for Charlie Thomas Guest, who will be baptised here at 11am on Saturday 2nd April, and for his parents, godparents, family and friends |
| 27.03.2016 | Easter message from Father Frank | Read Father Frank's Easter message by clicking on the link to the left. |
| 27.03.2016 | Easter 2016 newsletter now available | Read the special Easter 2016 newsletter here and learn about what has been happening in our parish since Christmas 2016 and the progress we are making towards the consecration of our church in July 2016. |
| 27.03.2016 | Welcome! | We would like to welcome all of our guests and visitors to the parish |
| 27.03.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedications for this week are Patrick Flynn and Group 83 |
| 27.03.2016 | Message from Fr Frank | Thank you for the collection today, which is the customary Easter offering to your priest. I am grateful for the generosity of spirit, which is shown in so many ways in the life of the Parish |
| 27.03.2016 | Consecration of the Church | This is a very special year in the life of our parish, as our church will be consecrated on 9th July by Archbishop Bernard Longley. Preparations are already underway, both for the consecration service itself, and for various fund-raising activities. Updates on our progress so far are published in our Easter newsletter – available today at the back of the church, and also online (along with our weekly Sunday bulletin) here on our website |
| 27.03.2016 | Candle of Dedication | Our Candle of Dedication, next to the statue of the Sacred Heart, is lit anew each Sunday, and burns for the week (until the following Saturday) in remembrance of a loved one, or in thanksgiving for a special occasion. The dedication is included each week in our Sunday Bulletin. Your offering of £5 will go towards our Consecration Fund. You can request a dedication by completing the details on one of the special envelopes at the back of the church, placing your offering inside, and handing it to Anne Stewart or to one of the wardens |
| 27.03.2016 | Group 83 – Lourdes Pilgrimage | Please remember Group 83 from HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust, along with Maureen and Louise, in your prayers this week during their annual pilgrimage to Lourdes. They will be praying for everyone in the parish while they are there |
| 26.03.2016 | Easter Cards | A selection of Easter cards is on sale in the Narthex from this Sunday until Easter Sunday. All proceeds will go towards Group 83's Lourdes Fund |
| 26.03.2016 | Group 83 – Lourdes Pilgrimage | Louise & Maureen, together with Group 83, leave for Lourdes very early next Saturday, 26th March, and return the following Saturday. During their week they will remember your kindness and generosity to them especially over the last 12 months. Please do remember them in your prayers. Louise & Maureen are happy to take your Petitions and will light a candle for you if you so wish (£5 is sufficient donation for a candle). Please may we have these by Holy Thursday at the very latest? |
| 24.03.2016 | Eucharistic Ministers | All Eucharistic Ministers are encouraged to renew their commitment to their service at the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday. Please make every effort to attend |
| 24.03.2016 | Holy Thursday | There will be Watching before the Blessed Sacrament after the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday. As at the Eucharist, we have the opportunity to gather together in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, exposed for us on the Altar of Repose. If you can help to ensure continuous watching until midnight, please sign for a time slot on the list in the narthex |
| 22.03.2016 | Church Consecration – Fundraising & Communication | The postponed meeting will take place this Tuesday, 22nd March commencing 7.30pm, at 8 Malvern Road, CV7 7DU. Apologies if anyone was not aware of the postponement |
| 20.03.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedications for this week are Susan Hall and Tom Murray |
| 20.03.2016 | Second Collections | There will be a second collection today for donations to our Consecration Fund. On Good Friday there will be a second collection for the Holy Places |
| 20.03.2016 | Maintenance Committee | There will be a short meeting after mass today for the maintenance committee. |
| 13.03.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedication for this week is Val and Glenn Burgess |
| 13.03.2016 | Holy Week | Next week marks the beginning of Holy Week - the most important week in the Church’s calendar. Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday. During Holy Week we celebrate the Easter Triduum, comprising the liturgies of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and the Easter Vigil (on Holy Saturday evening). These sacred liturgies shine forth as the high point of the Church’s year. The Paschal Triduum is at the heart of all that it means to be the Church and we owe it to ourselves as Christians to be present at these key moments in the life of the worshipping community, for the sacred mysteries, which we celebrate on these three days, are the axle on which the rest of the liturgical year turns |
| 13.03.2016 | Parking | Once again we have had complaints about vehicles parking illegally and irresponsibly, partly on the road and partly on the pavement outside church. Last Sunday this caused several pram pushers to have to walk on the road. If there is insufficient space in our car park, please park the Lant Trust car park |
| 06.03.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedication for this week is John and Dorothy Perry |
| 06.03.2016 | Second Collection | There is a second collection today for Cathedral Maintenance. Our monthly second collection for our Consecration fund will be postponed until later in March |
| 06.03.2016 | Lenten Activities | In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there is a Lent course through Lent. We meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there is a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction |
| 06.03.2016 | Help needed | Today after mass we will be clearing the kitchen ready for work to commence tomorrow. Please come and help if you can. Thank you |
| 06.03.2016 | Kitchen Update | Refurbishment of the kitchen will commence tomorrow, Monday 7th March, and will take approximately 2 weeks. During this time the kitchen will be out of commission. Please be aware of work going on, and take care when entering and leaving the church on weekdays during this period |
| 06.03.2016 | Women’s World Day of Prayer | Thank you to all who attended and helped out with the Churches Together service at our church on 4th March |
| 05.03.2016 | NOVENA OF PRAYER FOR THE CANONISATION OF BLESSED DOMINIC BARBERI | There is a NOVENA OF PRAYER FOR THE CANONISATION OF BLESSED DOMINIC BARBERI between FRIDAY 26 FEBRUARY TO SATURDAY 5 MARCH 2016 Please make the following Prayer each day: O God, who so lovingly raised Blessed Dominic to the heights of holiness, learning and apostolic zeal and made him a powerful minister of your mercy, listen to our humble request. We pray that you will in your goodness, grant a miracle through the intercession of Blessed Dominic, so that the Church may further honour him on earth and that many more people will come to know and invoke the help of this faithful servant of the Church. We ask this through Christ Our Lord Amen. Mary, Mother of Mercy: pray for us. Blessed Dominic Barberi: Pray for us. Blessed John Henry Newman: Pray for us |
| 04.03.2016 | First Friday Mass | This Friday, 4th March at 10.00 am - Mass of the Sacred Heart followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Devotion to the Divine Mercy and Benediction |
| 04.03.2016 | Women’s World Day of Prayer | The Women’s World Day of Prayer service is being held in our church this Friday, 4th March, with a “Cuban welcome” at 7pm followed by the service at 7.30pm. All are welcome – men, women and children |
| 02.03.2016 | Get-together | This Wednesday, 2nd March. Meet at church at 11.45 am for a trip to The Tipperary Inn for lunch. All are welcome |
| 28.02.2016 | Baptism | Larysa Stefka Eileen Mills will be baptised in our church next Sunday at 11am. |
| 28.02.2016 | Candle of Dedication | The dedication for this week is Herbert Bridge |
| 28.02.2016 | Baptism | We welcome the parents, Godparents and friends of Larysa Stefka Eileen Mills. We keep them in our prayers as Larysa is to be baptised here after Mass today |
| 28.02.2016 | Lenten Activities | In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there is a Lent course through Lent. We meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there is a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction |
| 28.02.2016 | Help Wanted | Could you help with the counting of the Sunday collection, once every seven to eight weeks? You would work with a partner and it usually only takes 20 minutes to complete. If you are interested, please speak to Ciaran McSorley (07721 844828) or give your name and contact number to one of the wardens on Sunday. Thank you |
| 28.02.2016 | Bacon Butty Breakfast | Thank you to everyone who supported the bacon breakfast last Sunday. We raised £115 towards the consecration fund. A special thank you to Terry, Dominic and John for doing the cooking |
| 28.02.2016 | CCRS | The Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies provides general theological knowledge and a better understanding of the Catholic faith. For further details visit www.brs-ccrs.org.uk or call 0207 901 1900 |
| 28.02.2016 | Pet Portraits | Oil mixed media portraits of your pet, on 12” by 9” box canvas, only £40 (of which £30 will be donated to the Consecration Fund). For details call Val Timms on 01676 534636 or text on 07979 347128 |
| 21.02.2016 | Bacon Butty Breakfast | Next Sunday, 21st February, after mass. This is being organised by the men of the parish, and all proceeds will go to our consecration fund. The suggested donation for a butty is £1.50 |
| 21.02.2016 | Candle of Dedication | For recent weeks the dedications were as follows (with apologies for incorrect information in previous bulletins): Week commencing 7th February – Mary Cotton. Week commencing 14th February – Martin and Kate Moylan. The dedication for this week is John Cawley |
| 21.02.2016 | Bacon Butty Breakfast | Today after mass the men of the parish are providing a bacon butty breakfast, with all proceeds to go to our consecration fund. The suggested minimum donation for a breakfast is £1.50 |
| 21.02.2016 | Lenten Activities | In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there will be a Lent course through Lent. We will meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings beginning 17th February. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there will be a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction |
| 21.02.2016 | Walk with Me | Walk with Me is a prayer and scripture journey for the season of Lent. The booklets are now available in the Narthex for £1 each. The Walk with me Lent calendar for children is also available |
| 21.02.2016 | Early Days of the Church | If you have any memories of how the church and grounds looked just after it opened, particularly looking at the front (photos would be great) could you please contact Ian Lester on avertin01@hotmail.co.uk |
| 17.02.2016 | Lent course | In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there will be a Lent course through Lent. We will meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings beginning 17th February. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there will be a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction |
| 14.02.2016 | Candle of Dedication | For the week commencing today the dedication is for John Cawley |
| 14.02.2016 | Walk with Me | Walk with Me is a prayer and scripture journey for the season of Lent. The booklets are now available in the Narthex for £1 each. The Walk with me Lent calendar for children is also available |
| 07.02.2016 | Candle of Dedication | For the week commencing today the dedication is for Martin and Kate Moylan |
| 07.02.2016 | Junior Choir | If you are aged 6 upwards and enjoy singing then why not come and join our Junior Choir? We practice every Sunday after mass until 11am, starting from today. If you want to know more, come and join in, or speak to Hannah, Kathryn or Katie |
| 07.02.2016 | Dates for your Diary | Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 10th. There will be a Mass, with the Imposition of Ashes at 7.30pm. In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there will be a Lent course through Lent. We will meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings beginning 17th February. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there will be a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction |
| 07.02.2016 | Message of thanks | Beryl Williams’ daughter Elizabeth would like to thank all parishioners who knew her mother for the kindness and sympathy shown to her and her family on the day of Beryl's funeral, and also for your Mass Cards. It all helped to make the day most memorable for all the family. Elizabeth and her family went home feeling very proud of their Mum |
| 03.02.2016 | Get-together | Get-together this week Wednesday 3rd February. Meet at 12noon in the parish room for soup, rolls and dessert. All are very welcome |
| 31.01.2016 | Candle of Dedication | For the week commencing today the dedication is for Mary Chesshire |
| 31.01.2016 | Junior Choir | If you are aged 6 upwards and enjoy singing then why not come and join our Junior Choir? We practice every Sunday after mass until 11am, starting from today. If you want to know more, come and join in, or speak to Hannah, Kathryn or Katie |
| 31.01.2016 | The Eucharist in the Year of Mercy | On Wednesday evenings after Mass, until Lent, there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament accompanied by meditation, reflection and instruction on the Sacrament of the Eucharist. This is an opportunity for us to deepen our knowledge, understanding and love of the sacrament which is fundamental to the Church and her mission - fundamental, therefore, to our lives as Christians and, in this Year of Mercy, to our making known the loving mercy of God in the world. All are welcome. |
| 31.01.2016 | Dates for your Diary | Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 10th. There will be a Mass, with the Imposition of Ashes at 7.30pm. In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there will be a Lent course through Lent. We will meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings beginning 17th February. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there will be a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction |
| 31.01.2016 | Consecration Plans | As you know, our church is to be consecrated by the Archbishop on 9th July this year. There is a lot of work to be done to prepare for this special occasion, and four teams of parishioners have already started planning for three key areas: Maintenance, Communication and Fundraising, and Pastoral and Liturgical arrangements, and post-consecration celebrations. There will be plenty of jobs both large and small as we get closer to the date, so everyone will have an opportunity to get involved. The first of our big fundraising events is a Gala Concert on 7th May, with music from various special guests, and Don Maclean as compere – put the date in your diary, and tell your friends! |
| 24.01.2016 | Beryl Williams RIP | Beryl, who died last Sunday, was a Founder Member of our parish. She had lived most of her life in Balsall Common. In 2005 she moved to Croes-goch, Haverfordwest to be near her daughter Elizabeth and her family. She made the Collarets that are worn by The Eucharistic Ministers – a lasting memory of her. She is being brought back to Balsall Common to be buried with her husband and her son Nigel who died when only a few days old. She will be brought into our church tomorrow evening at 6.00pm.Her Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday at 2.00pm. Her burial will follow at Temple Balsall |
| 24.01.2016 | Our Congratulations to James Driffield | Our Congratulations to James Driffield on making his confirmation last Sunday at St George & St Teresa |
| 21.01.2016 | Consecration | There will be a meeting of the Communication & Fundraising Group at 8 Malvern Road, CV7 7DU, this Thursday evening 21st January at 7.30pm. Please make every effort to attend. Thank you. We have been given a Hamper by one of our parishioners to raffle after Mass today in aid of the Consecration fund. Tickets are on sale at £1.00 for a strip |
| 19.01.2016 | Maintenance Committee | There is a meeting on Tuesday 19th January at 7:30pm in 12 Priors Close |
| 17.01.2016 | Candle of Dedication | For the week commencing today there are no dedications |
| 17.01.2016 | Father Hudsons Care | We have received a letter from Andy Quinn, Chief Executive, from which the following is a quotation. ‘I am writing to say a huge thank you for your support again this year with our Christmas present collection. We are so grateful for everything you do for the children and families we help. Our special thanks go to Maureen Carroll who works so hard along with other parishioners to ensure the people we work with will have a gift to open. For so many of our families, the presents donated through Father Hudson’s will be the only presents their children receive. The complete letter is on the notice board. PS – we gave them 43 gifts, in addition to the 20 other gifts which our young people distributed around the parish. Thank you all for your support |
| 17.01.2016 | The Eucharist in the Year of Mercy | On Wednesday evenings after Mass, until Lent, there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament accompanied by meditation, reflection and instruction on the Sacrament of the Eucharist. This is an opportunity for us to deepen our knowledge, understanding and love of the sacrament which is fundamental to the Church and her mission - fundamental, therefore, to our lives as Christians and, in this Year of Mercy, to our making known the loving mercy of God in the world. All are welcome. |
| 10.01.2016 | Candle of Dedication | For the week commencing today Jack Brookes and Family will be remembered |
| 10.01.2016 | 100 Club | Many thanks for your continued support of this fundraising activity. For those members without a standing order, subscriptions for 2016 are now due. Chris and John will be available after Mass for the next few weeks to receive your subscriptions. New members are always welcome. The cost is £15 for a year, and quarterly prizes are £75, £45, and £30. |
| 10.01.2016 | Christmas Raffle | The first prize is still unclaimed for ticket number 000346 in the name of Lawson or Lowson. If known please speak with Dominic Green |
| 03.01.2016 | Candle of Dedication | As from Sunday, 3rd January a candle will be lit beside the statue of the Sacred Heart. It will burn for a week as a sign of remembrance for a loved one, or as a thank you, for a special occasion in the family. The person we are praying for will be named in the bulletin. A diary to book the week you choose will be available at the back of the church. Your offering of £5 will go to the funding of the Consecration of the church. This is being coordinated by Anne Stewart, who you can see after Mass. |
| 03.01.2016 | Candle of Dedication | For the week commencing 3rd January Baby Clara will be remembered |
| 03.01.2016 | Get-together | We are meeting this Wednesday, January 6th at 10.30am in the parish room for tea and coffee and probably Xmas leftovers! |
| 01.01.2016 | The Year of Mercy | Please note that our regular First Friday Mass begins on the most auspicious Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God on 1st January. Mass on the First Friday, during the Year of Mercy, will be followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Devotion to the Divine Mercy. Instruction will be given on Friday 1st January on how to pray the Devotion to the Divine Mercy. The Devotion is prayed using the beads of the Rosary. All welcome. |
| 27.12.2015 | Christmas Raffle | The raffle raised a magnificent £1,124. Grateful thanks to the Dominic Green family for their sterling efforts and to all who bought and/or sold tickets |
| 25.12.2015 | Father Frank's Christmas message | Click on the link to read the Christmas message from our priest Father Frank Smith |
| 25.12.2015 | New Christmas Newsletter | Our latest Christmas newsletter has been published. You can read it here |
| 20.12.2015 | Carol Service | Come and join us for our Carol Service at 6pm on Sunday 20th December. The service contains traditional readings, pieces by the choir, and carols for everyone to sing, and will be followed by mince pies and mulled wine in the parish room. Everyone welcome! |
| 20.12.2015 | Church Consecration – Fundraising | There will be three major fundraising activities in order to raise necessary funds for the consecration. There will be a Concert, a Black & White Dinner Party, and a Garden Party. A meeting will be held shortly after Christmas in order to start preparing for these events. Please watch the bulletin for further information. |
| 20.12.2015 | Christmas Giving Tree | 42 Children's Gifts were taken last Monday to Father Hudson's Care (Father Hudson’s Society) in Coleshill. The most we've ever had. Well done! They were very well received and accepted. The staff who deals with them were really most appreciated of your kindness. The other gifts will be taken up to the altar during our Carol Service this evening and distributed by our young people together with their parents in some cases during the coming week. Many Thanks |
| 06.12.2015 | Advent | Advent is a penitential season in preparation for the celebration of our Lord’s birth. During Advent there will be a Mass each Wednesday at 7.00pm, followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. This will be a time for silent prayer and Meditation on readings appropriate to the season and will be followed by an opportunity for Confession from 8.00pm |
| 05.12.2015 | Coffee Together | All are invited to join us next Saturday 5th December for a special extended Coffee Together at the Jubilee Centre, Station Road (next to new Tesco Express) As it is the Christmas season all coffee, tea, soft drinks, cakes and mince pies will be free and there will be an opportunity to sing some Christmas carols. All welcome from 10 30 am – 12 30. Children can collect their Messy Sheep entry forms at the Coffee Morning. Do come and join us – it is sure to be a great start to the Christmas season. As Blessed Robert Grissold are hosting this event it would be good to have some volunteers. Please speak with Louise or Judith. Thank you |
| 02.12.2015 | Get Together | Please join us for coffee and cake this Wednesday morning at 10.30am in the Parish Room |
| 29.11.2015 | Masses for the Holy Souls | Throughout the month of November Masses will be offered for the Holy Souls of our loved ones who we have named and presented before the altar. Please see the Bulletin for dates and times of these Masses. Please note that the Mass on Tuesday is at 9 30 to allow Fr Frank to attend the monthly Deanery Meeting. |
| 29.11.2015 | Christmas Goodies | On 29th November there will be a sale of pickled onions, chutneys, mince pies and other goodies, proceeds going towards church funds |
| 29.11.2015 | Advent | Next Sunday we begin the Season of Advent together. Advent is a penitential season in preparation for the celebration of our Lord’s birth. During Advent there will be a Mass each Wednesday at 7.00pm, followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. This will be a time for silent prayer and Meditation on readings appropriate to the season and will be followed by an opportunity for Confession from 8.00pm |
| 29.11.2015 | H.C.P.T. Group 83 | Christmas Cards and Advent Calendars are now on sale |
| 29.11.2015 | Charity Event | Thank you to those who supported the Charity event held in the Church Hall on Saturday. The event was well attended and will have raised much needed funds for Save the Children and Imba House. The total amount raised will be advised in due course. Particular thanks to Louise and John Perry for their help and to those parishioners who supported it". Julia Greensall |
| 26.11.2015 | Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick | Our monthly celebration of these sacraments together will take place, as usual, on the last Thursday of the month – 26th November at 6.00pm |
| 22.11.2015 | Christmas Giving Tree | This will be in The Narthex next Sunday, decorated by our young people. You are invited to take one of the Gift Tags – they will depict a gift for a Couple, an Elderly Lady or Gentleman or a Child of various ages. Please return the gift tag with your gift as soon as possible. The children's gifts will all go to Father Hudson's Society at Coleshill where they will be distributed to Children in Foster Homes, Poor Homes or Immigrant Families. If you would like your Gift to go to Children of Immigrant Families, please indicate this on the tag. These gifts must be under Our Tree by Sunday 13th December. They will then be taken to Father Hudson's Society the following day for distribution in time for Christmas. The other Gifts will be taken by our young people to various households in the parish before Christmas |
| 22.11.2015 | Advent Reading | There will be 2 booklets for sale today and on the following Sundays. They are Walk with Me and a Pilgrimage Companion for The Year of Mercy 2015--2016. Both are £1 each |
| 22.11.2015 | Millennium Project | Our breakfast (No 59) raised £160 and this amount will have a spending value of about £8,000 in Peru. Father Ed O’Connell will be delighted and the money will go to help the poor people in the shanty towns of Lima. A big thank you to everyone in the parish for your continued generosity and support, and also to the two families who put away the chairs and tables, as well as cleaning the carpet afterwards. |
| 21.11.2015 | Charities | A Charity Event is being held on Saturday, 21st November - from 2pm to 5pm - in the Parish Room. The event is in aid of Save the Children and Imba House - a charity which supports children with special needs in Zimbabwe. Tickets are £5 each (children free). Price includes a hot drink and cake or cookie of your choice! There will be handmade jewellery, homemade items, cards and beauty products on sale - and a raffle! For tickets, please see Louise Perry or contact Julia Greensall on 01676 530285 |
| 19.11.2015 | Church Consecration | Many thanks to everyone who attended the recent meeting on preparing for the consecration of our church in July 2016. We had a good meeting and many suggestions were made of activities and work that could take place to ready the church building, our parish and the wider community for this special event. The next stage will take place at a second parish meeting on Thursday 19th November at 7.30pm. At this meeting we will decide which of these activities we will take forward and set up teams to ensure they happen. This is an important step on our journey as it also will enable us to determine how much money we will need to raise to fund what we decide to do. Please make every effort to attend and if you missed the first meeting, it’s not too late to get involved! If you would like more information, please see Ian Clarke, Joe Martin, Father Frank or Louise Perry for more details. |
| 15.11.2015 | Millennium Breakfast | Our 59th Breakfast will be on Sunday November 15th after Mass. There will be the usual menu of orange juice, warm croissants, toast & butter, jam, tea/coffee all for a donation of £2. Everyone is welcome so please come and join us. This is a chance to meet friends and get to know new parishioners. The money given will be sent to Fr Ed O'Connell, a Columban Father who is working with the poor people of Peru in San Benito Lima. |
| 09.11.2015 | Nostra Aetate - The Relation of the Church to Non-Christian Religions | This is to be held on 9th November 2015 at 1.30pm at Grimshaw Room, St Chads. Register by email at billozone@bueyonder.co.uk |
| 08.11.2015 | Please pray for James and Hugo | Please pray for James and Hugo as they prepare for Baptism. Let us also keep in our prayers their parents and Godparents. |
| 08.11.2015 | Parking | We have had several complaints recently regarding offsite parking during mass. Vehicles have been parked on the grass verge which causing damage to the verge and also on the pavement, requiring pedestrians to walk on the road. In order to prevent this from happening the Sports Association has agreed that, should there be insufficient room in our car park, then vehicles may park in the Association’s car park over the road. |
| 21.10.2015 | Talks and discussion on the “Joy of the Gospel | The talks and discussions begin this week. Please read pages 7-15 in preparation. You can obtain a copy of the book from Joe Martin. We will meet on Wednesday each week at 7.30 p.m. after a 7.00p.m. Mass. The meetings will begin on Wednesday 21st October at 7.30 p.m. and will run for five weeks. You will need to prepare by reading a chapter each week. Please feel free to bring along those who may be interested in exploring the teaching of the Gospels. All are welcome. |
| 21.10.2015 | Adults wishing to be received in to the Church or seeking Confirmation | Please contact Fr Frank and endeavour, if you are able, to attend the series of talks beginning on Wednesday 21st October. |
| 18.10.2015 | Bacon Roll Breakfast and 60th Birthday Celebration | The bacon roll breakfast will be held next Sunday 18th October after Mass. We do hope you will join us. The usual donations apply towards Parish Funds. As an extra we will also be celebrating Fr Frank’s 60th birthday with birthday cake so please stay around to wish him a happy birthday. |
| 18.10.2015 | Fr Frank’s Day Off | To accommodate the talks and discussions on Wednesday Fr Frank has changed his day off to a Monday beginning this week. The Wednesday Mass will replace the Monday Mass |
| 18.10.2015 | Parish Quiz | Thank you to everyone who participated in any way at this popular event. A total of £427.20 was raised for parish funds |
| 18.10.2015 | Children’s Liturgy | We are looking for more volunteers. Requirements for safeguarding are two parish checked people. Please see the notice board. |
| 17.10.2015 | 11th Birmingham Diocesan Justice and Peace Assembly | This is to be held on Saturday 17th October 2015 at St Peter’s Catholic School, Whitefields Rd, Solihull, B91 3NZ. Email: jenkins57@btinternet.com for more information. |
| 16.10.2015 | One World Week | As part of Churches Together, our church will be hosting the One World Week supper on Friday 16 October 7pm for 7.30pm. Cost of £12 includes an Indian buffet meal provided by the Bengal Brasserie (bring your own drinks) and a talk from Imam Jahangir Miah, Chaplain at Swinfen YOI and HMP. See John & Louise for tickets, further information on noticeboard. |
| 14.10.2015 | H.C.P.T. Group 83 Annual Coffee Evening | Ann Marie, The Group Leader & the helpers look forward to seeing you all next Wednesday October 14th. The Evening begins at 7.30pm. Admission is 50p which includes refreshments. There will be the usual stalls of Fancy Gifts, christmas cards, advent calendars, cakes, preserves, tombola and a room raffle. There will be no raffle with printed tickets. Gifts for all stalls will be much appreciated. All proceeds will help to pay the expenses of the youngsters who will be going to Lourdes next Easter with Group 83 |
| 10.10.2015 | Parish Quiz | Our annual parish quiz will be held on Saturday 10th October. More details to follow. |
| 04.10.2015 | Talks and discussion on the “Joy Of the Gospel” | Pope Francis, in his document Evangelli Guadium - The Joy of the Gospel, encourages all the Christian faithful “to embark upon a new chapter of evangelisation” marked by the joy of the Gospel. In response to the Pope’s encouragement Father Frank is running a series of meetings to provide us with an opportunity to read, reflect on and discuss the material in the document in the hope that this will help us to grow in our love and understanding of the Good News and in our desire to bring the joy of the Gospel to others. It will be held on Wednesday each week at 7.30 p.m. after a 7.00p.m. Mass, beginning on Wednesday 21st October and will run for five weeks. To acquire a copy of the “The Joy of the Gospel” (Cost £5) please sign the sheet at the back of Church. Please feel free to bring along those who may be interested in exploring the teaching of the Gospels. All welcome |
| 26.09.2015 | An Afternoon of Prayer and Reflection for Dementia Awareness | An afternoon of prayer and reflection for Dementia awareness will be held on Saturday 26th Sept 2015 2.00pm-6.00pm, with Speaker Rt Rev David Gough. Venue: St Augustine’s Church, Herbert Road, Solihull, B91 3TG - see poster in hall for further details. |
| 20.09.2015 | Ruby Wedding Anniversary | John and Louise Perry are celebrating 40 years of marriage. Please join them after Mass next Sunday, 20th Sept for tea and coffee and home made cake. |
| 19.09.2015 | Balsall Common Festival | For our parish stall this year, we will be running a bottle tombola in aid of church funds. We are asking over the next few months all Parishioners to support us by bringing bottles to the church. We need at least 300 as we ran out very early last year. Any kind of bottle will do, from champagne to HP sauce! Thank you for your support |
| 13.09.2015 | Parish Fun Day and Barbecue | Thank you to everyone who helped out with and attended the Parish fun day and barbecue last Sunday. It was a great success with lots of fun and food had by all. We were also blessed with some fabulous weather! |
| 13.09.2015 | 80th Birthday | Congratulations from the Parish to Shirley Thomas on her 80th birthday yesterday. |
| 13.09.2015 | 90th Birthday | Congratulations from the Parish to Maura Green on her 90th birthday today. There will be some light refreshments after Mass today to celebrate, all welcome. |
| 26.07.2015 | Farewell Margaret! | Margaret Collins is leaving us for pastures new. A very big “Thank You” to her for all her support and hard work over the years. We wish Margaret all the very best. |
| 19.07.2015 | Weekday Masses and Emergencies | There will be no masses as Fr. Frank is on holiday at the moment. In an emergency, in his absence during the Summer, please contact Joe Martin on 01676 534916 or 07867 971299 who will put you in touch with a priest. |
| 19.07.2015 | Celebration of the feast of Blessed Robert Grissold | Today we give thanks to for our patron Blessed Robert Grissold who was faithful to God, and to those whom he served, even to death. He accompanied the priest St John Sugar who travelled around Warwickshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire ministering to the poorer Catholics at the time of great persecution. They were both arrested one day after returning from Mass. The Mass was outlawed at this time. They were both martyred for their faith. Blessed Robert, pray for us. As part of our celebration we would like to invite everyone to a cup of coffee or tea and piece of cake after Mass. We do hope you can join us. |
| 17.07.2015 | Mass for Fr Gerry McArdle | A Diocesan Mass for the late Fr. Gerry McArdle will be celebrated at St Joseph’s Church, Thimblemill Lane, Nechells B7 5HT on Friday 17 July 2015 at 7.00pm followed by a reception in St Joseph’s School Hall. All welcome |
| 12.07.2015 | Weekday Masses | This week there will be masses at 10am on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass on Thursday until 11 am |
| 12.07.2015 | Millennium Breakfast | Many thanks to everyone who came to the Breakfast last Sunday or gave a donation. Your generosity to help the poor people of Lima was much appreciated and we raised £155. We also counted £45 from the Bottle and so Fr. Ed will soon be receiving £200 from our Parishioners. Thank you to everyone who helped in the kitchen and to clear up |
| 07.07.2015 | Parish Council Meeting | Next meeting is Tuesday 7 July after the 7:00 pm Mass. All welcome |
| 05.07.2015 | Millennium Breakfast 58 | This Sunday is our 58th Millenium Breakfast. There will be the usual delights of warm croissants, toast & jam, orange juice, tea and coffee. Everyone welcome |
| 28.06.2015 | Race for Life | Tracey McAtamney and friends/family are taking part in a 10K race on 28 June to raise money for Cancer Research. To raise sponsorship she will be holding a ‘Pimms & Cake afternoon’ at home, 86 Meeting House Lane, on Saturday 6 June 12.00 to 4pm. All proceeds will go to Cancer Research Race for Life. Please see the poster on the notice board for more details |
| 28.06.2015 | Eucharistic Ministers | As we did not renew our Commitment on Holy Thursday, Father Frank has arranged for us to do so next Sunday 28 June during Mass. If you are not going to be there and have not told Father Frank, please let Maureen know today or during the coming week. Another date will be arranged for those who cannot make next Sunday |
| 28.06.2015 | Baptism | Adam McDermott is to be baptised in Church today after the 9.30 am Mass. We pray for his parents, godparents, family and friends on this special occasion |
| 28.06.2015 | Eucharistic Ministers | We pray for John McLellan who will be enroled as a Eucharistic Minister today and for all our Eucharistic Ministers who are renewing their commitment with him today |
| 28.06.2015 | Cake Sale | A very big thank you to those of kindly donated cakes, marmalade and jams for last Sunday’s cake sale. All cakes sold out and we raised £229. The raffle also raised £16 (the Winner was Charles Keane) making a grand total of £245 which included donations. A wonderful result! A special thank you to James Green who made the cake for the raffle and also sold the tickets with his sister Emily. A big thank you also to Maureen and Judith for organising this |
| 21.06.2015 | Annual Parish Cake Sale | Our annual Parish Cake Sale will take place after Mass on Sunday 21 June. Judith Gibbs & Maureen Carroll will be asking for contributions of homemade cakes (preferably) nearer the day |
| 21.06.2015 | Father Mark Van Beeumen | Today we welcome Father. Mark Van Beeumen to Blessed Robert Grissold. Father Mark is a member of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart |
| 13.06.2015 | Hear our Voices: Family, Theology and Synod | On 13th June Newman University is organising a day to consider the issues surrounding the forthcoming Synod on the “Family” in Rome.Cost £10.00. Booking and enquiries: Phone Lee Lawrence 0121 476 1181 ext 2405 |
| 07.06.2015 | Confirmation | Bishop Kenny will be presiding at the Mass and Confirmation here at Blessed Robert Grissold on Sunday 7th June at 9.30am. I hope as many of us as possible will be here to celebrate this event. Please keep Daniel and Jacob, our Confirmation candidates, in your prayers |
| 07.06.2015 | Peter’s Pence | Archbishop Bernard would like to convey the thanks of the Holy Father to the people of the Archdiocese for their generous contribution to Peter’s Pence |
| 07.06.2015 | Knowle Fun Run - Congratulations to Hannah McDermott! | Hannah McDermott completed the fun run! She raised a massive £90! A huge thank you to all the parishioners that made a donation!! |
| 03.06.2015 | Get Together | We meet this Wednesday 3 June at church 10.30am for coffee and cakes. Visitors welcome to join us. |
| 28.05.2015 | Healing Mass | On Thursday 28th May at 6.00 pm there will be Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. All are welcome |
| 24.05.2015 | Additional Masses | Please note that there will be additional weekday masses. This week there will be masses at 10am on Monday, Tuesday and 6pm on Thursday |
| 24.05.2015 | Last Thursday in the month | There will be a Mass with the Sacrament for the Anointing for the Sick this Thursday 28th May at 6.00pm. The Sacrament of Anointing supports the sick in their struggle against illness and continues Christ’s work of healing. All are welcome to attend |
| 24.05.2015 | Baptism | We pray for Asher Diego Mathias who will be baptised here today after Mass and we ask God to bless and guide his parents and godparents as they seek to be faithful to the promises they will be making |
| 17.05.2015 | Hannah McDermot is competing in the Knowle Fun run. Sponsorship appreciated! | Hannah McDermot is running for charity in the Knowle Fun Run for her school on 17th May and would really appreciate your support! You can download, print off and complete a sponsorship form by clicking on the link to the left (preferred option) or copy the following url into your browser and donate online. More information from her mum Rachel McDermot. Let's show some support for this young lady! https://mydonate.bt.com/fundraisers/runforgandt2015 |
| 17.05.2015 | Additional Masses | Please note that starting from this week, there will be additional weekday masses. This week there will be masses at 10am on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. After mass on Thursday there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament until 11am |
| 17.05.2015 | Dates for your Diary | We have several social and fund-raising events planned for later this year – please make a note of these dates. - 21 June – Cake sale after mass - 6 September – Family Fun Day and Barbecue - 19 September – Balsall Common Festival – Bottle Tombola - 10 October – Parish Quiz |
| 09.05.2015 | Parish Meal | The parish dinner at Haigs on 9th May was enjoyed by all who attended. We raised £192 for parish funds; thank you to all who supported the event, and a special thank you to Margaret Collins for organising it. |
| 07.05.2015 | General Election 2015 | The Bishops have written a joint letter to all Catholics in England and Wales encouraging us to participate and vote in the election and offering some key issues and question for reflection on where the candidates stand. Copies are available from church; the letter can also be obtained, with other information, from the Bishops’ Conference website www.catholicnews.org.uk. Please read the letter and encourage others to do the same |
| 30.04.2015 | Times of Easter Masses | Times for our masses over the Eater period can be founf by clicking on the link to the left or by clicking in Mass times in the menu above. |
| 05.04.2015 | Bacon Butty Breakfast | The bacon butty breakfast after mass on 22nd March raised £131.67 for parish funds – many thanks to all who helped, and to everyone who supported this event. |
| 05.04.2015 | Father Frank's Easter Message | Click on the link to the left to read Father Frank's Easter message |
| 05.04.2015 | Easter 2015 Newsletter | Click on the link to download our new Easter Newsletter for 2015. Please note you will need Adobe Reader to open the newsletter. |
| 02.04.2015 | Lourdes | Maureen and Louise will be going to Lourdes this Easter as part of HCPT Group 83. Both are happy to take you petitions and light candles for you – please let them know by Thursday 2nd April. |
| 29.03.2015 | Lost Property | In order to tidy the church and make more room, there will be an amnesty on Sunday 29th March when any previously lent or lost items can be reclaimed. After this any unclaimed items will be disposed of to a better home |
| 26.03.2015 | Lent Course | After 7:30 pm Mass every Thursday in Lent. In preparation for the Easter Triduum, the Lent course is designed to help us to go deeper into our appreciation and love of the sacred mysteries which we celebrate in the Eucharist. For the final session we will see how Western art can help us to reflect on the faith. It is suitable for all who are interested - no special knowledge is required. Come and enjoy prayerful reflection, discussion, fellowship and a cup of tea. All welcome |
| 26.03.2015 | Evening of Recollection for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion | This will be held on Thursday 26th March 2015 from 7pm to 9.30 pm at the Maryvale Institute and will be led by Fr Edward Clare. Cost is £5.00. Please contact Maureen Carroll if you are interested in attending. |
| 24.03.2015 | Penitential Service | As part of our Lenten preparation for the Easter Triduum there will be a Penitential Service on Tuesday 24th March at 7.30pm followed by exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and an opportunity for personal Confession. |
| 22.03.2015 | Bacon Breakfast | Please join us today after mass, in aid of parish funds. Everyone is welcome! |
| 22.03.2015 | A chance to have your say | The Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales have invited the laity to respond to issues raised by the Synod on Marriage and Family Life. If you are interested in participating, please see Fr Frank |
| 15.03.2015 | Confessions | Fr Frank is available to hear Confession before the Sunday morning Mass (9am - 9.15am). |
| 01.03.2015 | Friends of the Holy Land | After Mass next Sunday Peter Rand, Vice Chairman of the charity which many of us support, will be updating us on the work being undertaken in the Holy Land. There will be a retiring collection in aid of Friends of the Holy Land. This is the presentation postponed from 15th February |
| 27.02.2015 | CAFOD Lent Fast Day | Storms, droughts and floods are having a devastating impact on our poorest brothers and sisters around the world right now. CAFOD works with local expert organisations to ensure affected people are not only able to survive, but to thrive. Fast Days are our opportunity to support that vital work. Please collect your Fast Day envelope from church this week; our second collection for the Lent Fast Day will be on Sunday 8th March. Good news: the UK Government has promised to match every pound and penny you give this Lent, up to the value of £5m. Thank you for your generosity and your compassion. |
| 26.02.2015 | Lent Course | After 7:30 pm Mass every Thursday in Lent, beginning on Thursday 26th February. In preparation for the Easter Triduum, the Lent course is designed to help us to go deeper into our appreciation of the sacred mysteries which we celebrate in the Eucharist. It is suitable for all who are interested - no special knowledge is required. Why not make attendance a Lenten discipline? Come and enjoy prayerful reflection, discussion, fellowship and a cup of tea. |
| 22.02.2015 | Refurbished acolyte candles | Our acolyte candle sticks have just been returned after been refurbished and are being used today at Mass. A special thank you to the parishioners who generously paid for this work to be done and bought the new candles to go in them. |
| 22.02.2015 | Parish Boundaries | For some time the Parish Priests of Our Lady of the Wayside, St. George and St. Teresa and St. Augustine have been considering making some changes to Parish Boundaries to run along the lines of the M42 and M40. These pastoral changes are fairly minor, except for the part of Hockley Heath, currently in Our Lady of the Wayside, which will go into the Parish of St. George and St. Teresa, as it is closer to Dorridge. The new arrangements will impact on school catchment areas and should make the admission procedures simpler in the long run. From the point of view of school admissions, Blessed Robert Grissold is part of the St George and St Teresa catchment area. The new arrangement will impact on school admissions from 1st September 2016. The Parish Boundaries have been approved by the Archdiocese and come into effect now. |
| 18.02.2015 | Ash Wednesday | Mass with Imposition of Ashes at 7.30pm on Wednesday 18th February |
| 15.02.2015 | 100 Club | Many thanks to all members who have renewed their subscriptions for 2015. In order to maintain the same level of income for the church, and the same prizes, as we have for the last few years, we need the support of another 20 subscribers, either through renewals or new members. Please would members who have not yet renewed, and who would like to, see Chris Burleigh or John McLellan after Mass this Sunday? New members would be most welcome. A year's subscription is £15, with the chance to win £75, £45, or £30 each quarter. |
| 08.02.2015 | Confirmation | We pray for our Confirmation Candidates, Daniel Green and Jacob O’Brien, who are to be formally enrolled today. We also pray for their parents, sponsors and catechists who are supporting them on their journey toward Confirmation. The Sacrament of Confirmation will be conferred by Bishop Kenny on Sunday 7th June at the 9.30am Mass. |
| 08.02.2015 | Funerals | Please pray for the repose of the souls of Ruth Windebank, Jean Henser’s mother, and for Pascal O’Gorman, who have died recently and remember their loved ones in your prayers. The Funeral Service of Ruth Windebank will take place at 12.45 pm on Thursday 19th February here at Blessed Robert Grissold. There will be a Requiem Mass for Pascal O’Gorman, here at Blessed Robert Grissold, at 1.00 pm on Tuesday 10th February |
| 08.02.2015 | Rosary Collection | The Catenian Rosary Group is collecting spare rosaries to send to missions around the world. A collection box will be available from Sunday 8th February |
| 08.02.2015 | Job Opportunities | The Archdiocese of Birmingham are advertising for an Assistant Safeguarding Co-ordinator. Also, Birmingham Churches Together are looking to recruit a Communications and Administrative Assistant - See Fr Frank for further details |
| 08.02.2015 | Millennium Breakfast | Our 57th breakfast on Sunday 8th February raised £150. This is an excellent result and our thanks go to everyone for your help and generosity. Once again Fr. Ed will be delighted, as this amount will have a spending power of around £750 in Peru. This money will go to help the disadvantaged children who live in the shanty town of San Benito on the outskirts of Lima, Peru. Fr. Ed O'Connell, a Columban Father, has been working there for 15 years and he has already made a huge difference to the lives of many children and their mothers. There is still a lot of work to do and our donations will help Fr to continue with this work. |
| 03.02.2015 | Congratulations | Fr Frank and Sandra are so pleased to announce the birth of their third grandchild, Sophia Catharine Maria who arrived on Tuesday 3rd February. Many congratulations to our daughter and son in law Sara and Simon. |
| 31.01.2015 | Children’s Liturgy | We are looking for new people to act as helpers for our Children's Liturgy. Not only is it a safeguarding requirement to have an extra adult during the liturgy, it is also useful for the leader to have someone to help with the craft and join in with the prayers. The only job requirement is that you be over age 18! Each helper would only be asked to do one session per half-term and there is no homework. It's a fun and easy way to support the growing church! Please let Kathryn Driffield (07969 927262) know if you're interested |
| 29.01.2015 | Healing Mass | On the last Thursday in the month, 29th January, there will be a Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. If you are in need of healing in body, mind or spirit, or if you feel drawn to pray for those who are sick, please join us. |
| 22.01.2015 | Parish Council | The next parish council meeting is on Thursday 22nd January at 7:30pm, in the parish room. All are welcome. |
| 18.01.2015 | Choir | Weekly choir practice will start again from next Sunday 25th January, 11am to 12 noon. We will be working on music for Lent and Holy Week. New members are very welcome, enthusiasm is more important than previous choir experience! Please speak to Ian Clarke if you are interested in joining |
| 18.01.2015 | Our Christmas Giving Tree | There were 52 gifts, of which 25 were sent to Father Hudson's Society. The remaining 27 were distributed within our parish by our young people and their parents. A very big and sincere thank you to all who were involved. They certainly did a wonderful and worthwhile job. May God bless you all for your kindness |
| 14.01.2015 | Parish Get Together | We shall meet this Wednesday, 14th January in the parish room at 10.30am for tea /coffee and cakes. Hope you can all come despite the changed date. |
| 11.01.2015 | Carol Service collection | The collection at our carol service on 21st December was in aid of Shelter, the homelessness and housing charity. The amount raised was £123.00 – thank you all for your generosity. |
| 04.01.2015 | Thank you from Father Frank | Please accept my heartfelt thanks for your Christmas offerings, cards and gifts and for all the kindness and support you have showed me since I arrived in the summer |
| 30.12.2014 | Tuesday Mass | Please note that there will be no Mass on Tuesday 30th December 2014, nor on Tuesday 6th January 2015. The Tuesday Mass will resume on Tuesday 13th January 2015 at 10.30 am |
| 28.12.2014 | Pastoral Letter | Today we will hear a pastoral letter from Archbishop Bernard Longley |
| 28.12.2014 | Confirmation/First Communion | Adults who would like to be received into full communion with the church or would like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation and children who would like to be prepared for First Communion or Confirmation, please talk to Father Frank |
| 28.12.2014 | Christmas Raffle | Thank you to all who supported the Christmas raffle and those who supplied the prizes. It was most generous of every one and we raised a grand total of £870 towards parish funds |
| 25.12.2014 | Christmas Newsletter | You can access our new Christmas newsletter by clicking on the link to the left or selecting newsletters, seasonal from the menu above. In both cases, the new newsletter can be found by scrolling to the bottom of the page that is subsequently displayed. This newsletter includes the events in our parish that have taken place between Easter 2014 and Christmas 2014 including the departure of Father Soji to St Gerard in Castle Vale and the arrival of our new parish priest, Father Frank Smith |
| 25.12.2014 | Father Frank's Christmas message | We have a new priest in charge, Father Frank Smith. Read his Christmas message by clicking on the link to the left. |
| 21.12.2014 | Carol Service | Our annual carol service will be held in our church at 6pm. This popular event includes congregational carols, music from our choir and readings which tell the Christmas story. Afterwards, mulled wine, spiced apple juice and mince pies are available in the parish room |
| 30.11.2014 | Advent | Next Sunday we begin the Season of Advent together. Advent is a penitential season in preparation for our Lord’s birth. |
| 26.11.2014 | Coffee Evening | HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust is a charity, which began in 1956. It organises an annual Pilgrimage/Holiday to Lourdes each Easter for young people of all denominations and disabilities. They come from all parts of the British Isles, America, Ireland, Romania, Slovakia and The West Indies. They travel in groups with helpers, with each group identified with a number – ours is Group 8. The cost for each young person this year is £750. Their fares/expenses for the week are paid for from donations & fund-raising events, hence the reason for holding the Coffee Evening next Wednesday, November 26th in our Parish Room beginning at 7.30pm. Do come along and support this very worthy cause. Donations for the stalls will be gratefully appreciated |
| 23.11.2014 | Baptism | We pray for Elliot Murtagh and for his parents, godparents, family and friends. Elliot will be baptised here today immediately after Mass |
| 23.11.2014 | Confession | The Sacrament of Reconciliation can be arranged by appointment with Fr Frank. In Advent, there will be a Penitential Service, with the opportunity for Confession |
| 23.11.2014 | Millennium Breakfast | Many thanks to everyone who supported the Breakfast last Sunday. Your generosity helped to raise £200, which will be sent to Fr Ed next week. This amount will have a spending power of £1000 in Peru and it will go to help the educational needs of the children at risk in San Benito, a shanty town in Lima. It is the largest amount that we have raised at a Breakfast and Fr Ed will be very grateful. There is a letter from Fr Ed on the notice board...please read it! |
| 16.11.2014 | Millennium Breakfast | Our 56th Breakfast will be on Sunday November 16th after Mass. There will be the usual menu of orange juice, warm croissants, toast, butter, jam, tea/coffee all for a donation of £2. Everyone is welcome so please come and join us. This is a chance to meet friends and get to know new parishioners |
| 09.11.2014 | Baptism | We pray for Alice Riley and her family. Alice is to be baptised here next Sunday 9th November after Mass |
| 02.11.2014 | Father Soji | We welcome Father Soji back to the Parish. It is our opportunity to say thank you to him. Please stay behind and share the special cake baked for the occasion. We pray that God will continue to bless him in his new parish. Father Frank is covering for Father Soji in Castle Vale this morning. |
| 02.11.2014 | Group 83 News | A Coffee Evening for Group 83 will be held on Wednesday 26th November. Details later. In the meanwhile, do make a note of the date. Christmas Cards are on sale as from next Sunday to boost Group 83’s Funds. |
| 01.11.2014 | Coffee Together | Another opportunity for the sharing of coffee/tea and homemade cakes. Come to the Jubilee Centre between 10.30am and 12 noon this Saturday morning, 1st November. |
| 30.10.2014 | Service of Healing | The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be offered at the 6.00pm Mass this Thursday 30th October. Also there will be teaching on the Church’s ministry of healing through the sacraments. All are welcome - the sick to receive the sacrament and those who wish to support them through their prayers. The Mass will be celebrated for the intention of Helen Robinson |
| 19.10.2014 | Bacon Butty Breakfast | Last Sunday, 12th October we had our Bacon Butty Breakfast when the men of the Parish cook for us. Thanks to Terry Biles and the Green Family for running the Breakfast last Sunday. £112.80 was raised towards parish funds and all had an enjoyable time |
| 19.10.2014 | The Rosary | The 10.30am Mass on Tuesdays in October will be preceded by the praying of the Rosary at 10.00am. Please come along and join us in this month of the Holy Rosary |
| 05.10.2014 | Confirmation | Adults who have not received the sacrament and children currently in Year 5 or above can be confirmed at a service here in the spring of 2015. Preparation classes will also be held here. Please talk to Father Smith for further details. |
| 04.10.2014 | Parish Quiz | The quiz will take place on Saturday, 4th October. Tickets are available after Mass today, at £8.00 each including supper. We recommend teams of six |
| 28.09.2014 | Family Games Afternoon | Family Games Afternoon. 2.30pm on Sunday 28th September. The highlights of last year's event were some very competitive bananagram playing, a table tennis ladder and seeing a mix of all ages playing games new and old. All welcome. We finish with pizza! The cost is £3.50 a head or £10 per family. For more details, see Claire Keane or Kathryn Driffield after Mass |
| 27.09.2014 | Stefan Hunka | On Saturday 27th September – as part of the celebration to mark Stefan Hunka's 60th birthday – there will be a Mass commencing at 2pm. Father Soji will be returning to say Mass as will Chris Kearl to play the organ. The Mass is part of an afternoon Programme that includes a Concert in the Church produced and directed by Stefan's brother, an international opera singer. His brother will also be performing both as soloist and in duets with Stefan. All Parishioners are invited to be present at what promises to be a memorable occasion |
| 25.09.2014 | Healing Mass | This Thursday, 25th September at 6.00pm there will be a Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick (preceded by the Rosary at 5.30pm). This is an opportunity for all those who are sick to receive prayer for healing in body, mind and spirit and for us to support the sick with our prayers. There will be time for confession after the Mass |
| 21.09.2014 | Congratulations | Congratulations to Sarah Fulham and Max Noonan who were married in Ravello yesterday |
| 21.09.2014 | Polite Parking | With limited parking spaces it is not easy to park our cars, but please be sensitive to the needs of other drivers when parking your car. Thank you |
| 14.09.2014 | Peace | This is just a reminder that the bell is rung twice before Mass. The first time to remind us to have a few quiet moments of reflection before Mass commences and the second as we start to sing the Entrance Hymn. |
| 08.09.2014 | Parish Pastoral Council | The next meeting will be tomorrow, 8th September at 7.30pm |
| 07.09.2014 | Annual Pilgrimage to Harvington Hall | This tour includes a free tour of the house and Mass at 3.00pm to be celebrated by our new Auxiliary Bishop, the Right Reverend Robert Byrne CO. If anyone is interested in going there will be a board at the back of the church. If there are enough people interested we can arrange a mini-bus or lifts. |
| 07.09.2014 | Congratulations! | We offer our very best wishes to Judith & Bysshe Gibbs as they celebrate their Golden Wedding Anniversary |
| 07.09.2014 | Father Soji | We are planning to make a presentation to Father Soji in recognition of all the work he has done for us over the last three years. Envelopes for donations are being given out after mass. They can be handed in to the wardens after mass next Sunday |
| 17.08.2014 | Father Soji | On 17th August Father Soji will become Parish Priest of St Gerard’s Church, Castle Vale. Until a new priest arrives from Kerala our Priest in Charge will be Father Frank Smith, currently at St Augustine’s, Solihull |
| 10.08.2014 | Father Soji | Next Sunday Father Soji will become Parish Priest of St Gerard’s Church, Castle Vale. Today is the last occasion when he will celebrate Mass for us as our Priest in Charge. We will be inviting him back soon in order to thank him for his work with us and to wish him well. Until a new priest arrives from Kerala our Priest in Charge will be Father Frank Smith, currently at St Augustine’s, Solihull. (frankj.smith55@yahoo.co.uk). |
| 10.08.2014 | Cakes and Song | As always on summer afternoons, tea and home-made cakes will be available this afternoon in the Old Hall, Temple Balsall. In addition ‘Simply Purple’ will be providing musical entertainment in St Mary’s Church at 3.00pm. You are all invited |
| 10.08.2014 | Happy Birthday Delia Murray! | This Thursday, 14th August, Delia Murray will celebrate her 103rd birthday. We wish her many happy returns and invite you to share her cake with her after mass today. |
| 10.08.2014 | Message from Maureen | A very big & sincere thank you to Father Soji & all of you for your prayers, kind thoughts and the many, many kindnesses shown to me during these last 3 weeks. They have all helped with my speedy recovery. I am happy to say that I am almost back to normal. I will remember you all when I am in Lourdes next month |
| 06.08.2014 | Get Together | Please meet at 10.30 in Blessed Robert Grissold car park for a visit to Maggie & Chris Ellis’ garden, Firs Barn, Windmill Lane |
| 03.08.2014 | Millennium Project | Two weeks ago we counted £68.00 from our Bottle and along with the £147.70 from our recent Breakfast we have a total of £215.70. This amount will be sent to Fr Ed in Peru and it will have a spending power of about £1,000. He will be delighted and the money will be used to help the poor people, living in the shanty towns of Lima. Once again a huge thank you to everyone for your generosity and support |
| 31.07.2014 | Healing Mass | The next mass will be this Thursday, 31st July starting with the rosary at 5.30pm followed by mass at 6.00pm. Rose Powell will preach the Word of God |
| 13.07.2014 | Mass to celebrate Blessed Robert Grissold’s 410th Anniversary | Mass at 9:30am will be said for the people of the Parish and we will celebrate the feast day of Blessed Robert Grissold. Tea and cake will be served after Mass when a brief history of Blessed Robert Grissold will be given |
| 12.07.2014 | Parish Dinner at Haigs Hotel | Early notice of the Parish get together at Haigs Hotel at 7:30 pm. Cost £10 pr person. Please give your name at the back of the church after Mass (limited places available). |
| 06.07.2014 | Millennium Breakfast | Our 55th Breakfast raised £147.70 last Sunday and our thanks go to everyone who supported this event. This amount will have the spending power of over £1,000 in Peru and Fr Ed will be very grateful. The money will be used to help the poor families living in the shanty towns around Lima .Once again we thank you all for your help and generosity |
| 06.07.2014 | Visit from Bishop Raphael Thattil from Kerala | Next Sunday 6th July Bishop Raphael Thattil from India will celebrate mass for us. |
| 06.07.2014 | Millennium Breakfast | Our 55th Millennium Breakfast will be held after Mass next week. There will be the usual menu of orange juice, warm croissants, toast, butter, jam, tea/coffee all for a donation of £2. All welcome so please come and join us. This is a chance to get to know new parishioners |
| 02.07.2014 | Get-together | Next meeting is this Wednesday 2nd July at 10.30am. Meet in Church car park for visit to Packwood House, weather permitting |
| 29.06.2014 | Eucharistic Ministers | Charles Keane & Sue McGovern will renew their commitment today during Mass and Stefan Hunka will make his first one. They were unable to join the other Eucharistic Ministers on Holy Thursday due to holidays. |
| 25.06.2014 | Visit from Fr Sebastian | Fr Sebastian is visiting from India and will be in Balsall Common on Wednesday 25th June. He is saying Mass for the Parish at 7:00pm which will be followed by an Indian buffet supplied by the Keralan community. It is hoped as many parishioners as possible will attend to make this a very special occasion for all |
| 22.06.2014 | First Holy Communion Mass | Four of our young parishioners will be making their first Holy communion. All Parishioners are invited to join them for tea and cake after the Mass |
| 22.06.2014 | Father Hudson' Society | It is collecting time again! The House to House Collection takes place from Sunday 22nd to Saturday 28th June. The Street Collection is on Saturday June 28th. If you are willing and able to help for either, please let Maureen know as soon as possible. |
| 15.06.2014 | Cake Sale | There will be a cake sale on 15th June. Parishioners are asked to bring cakes that can be sold towards parish funds after Mass. |
| 15.06.2014 | Cake Sale Today | There will a cake sale after mass today. The proceeds will go towards parish funds. |
| 15.06.2014 | Well done | Well done to our younger parishioners for doing the readings, bidding prayers, offertory, alter serving and music last week. It was a lovely service and your contributions were really appreciated. |
| 15.06.2014 | HCPT Coffee evening results | The Coffee Evening held on Wednesday May 28th raised £1669.30. A truly wonderful result. This came from the Coffee Evening, Raffle, Sale of Goods beforehand & Donations (some will be Gift Aided). Many sincere thanks to all who supported this event. All proceeds go to the expenses of the youngsters who will go to Lourdes next Easter |
| 08.06.2014 | Youth mass | The youth of the Parish are organising all the readings, hymns, servers and music. Can any young parishioners who would like to join in with the music please speak to Kathryn Green or Hannah Clarke |
| 08.06.2014 | Alton Castle Cycle Ride | Alton Castle and the Kenelm Youth Trust are organising a sponsored cycle ride on Sunday 8th June. Following a Mass at 9am ride options will be either 10 or 30 miles departing at 11am and 10.30am respectively. Bikes are available to hire. £10 Registration fee or free when raising £100 or more for the 10 mile route and £25 for the 30 mile route or free if raising £300 or more. Refreshments and afternoon tea available. For further information and booking please contact: debbie@altoncastle.co.uk Tel. No: 01538 703224 |
| 07.06.2014 | Congratulations | Congratulations to Ethan Devoy who made his first Holy Communion at St. George and St. Teresa on 7th June |
| 04.06.2014 | Get Together | The next Get-together is this Wednesday 4th June at 12 noon for a sandwich lunch with tea, coffee and cake in the Parish room. All welcome |
| 01.06.2014 | Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening | Many thanks to everyone who supported last weeks Coffee Evening - those who gave; those who helped; those who came and spent ! Your support was very much appreciated. The result will be announced as soon as all the final details are in |
| 28.05.2014 | Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening | Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening with Raffle will be held this Wednesday 28th May in the Parish room from 7.30pm. Admission 50p. including refreshments. Raffle tickets are available after mass today - £1 a book. There will be various stalls including "Gifts for All", Cake, Home Made Preserves, Plants, Cards, Tombola and the Raffle including The Big Raffle. Contributions for the Evening will be very much appreciated. All proceeds go towards the expenses of the children who will be going to Lourdes next Easter with Group 83. Your presence at the evening will be most welcome and please bring a friend |
| 18.05.2014 | Permanent dioconate | Today, we welcome Deacon Mike from Nuneaton who is with us today and will speak about permanent dioconate |
| 04.05.2014 | HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust, Group 83 Lourdes 2014 | Maureen, Louise and Tom, together with Group 83, arrived back in Balsall Common last Saturday evening April 26th having had a lovely & very happy week in Lourdes. We thank you for your prayers and support. We remembered your kindness and generosity whilst there. Tom said “it was amazing, really fun and a bit crazy. I loved Gavarnie and Hosanna House. The Group got on really well and was great fun” |
| 28.04.2014 | Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening | Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening with Raffle will be held on Wednesday 28th May. Raffle tickets will be available after Easter – still £1 a book |
| 27.04.2014 | Many thanks | Many thanks to all those whose hard work and preparation meant that the Easter Services were celebrated with the Church freshly cleaned and beautifully decorated with flowers. Thanks also to the musicians and choir, the altar servers, the readers and Eucharistic Ministers. Your efforts added to the dignity of the ceremonies and thanks to all those who attended and took part in the special liturgies of the season. A special thank you to those who worked in the background to make sure everything went smoothly. Many thanks also for your Easter offering which was very much appreciated. God Bless, Fr Soji |
| 27.04.2014 | Special Appeal | We are sorry to say that our Processional Cross has broken and we need to invest in a new one. The cost is approximately £600 and, if anyone would like to donate towards this in memory of a loved one, or as a gift to the church from a family, please see Fr Soji or Joe Martin. |
| 24.04.2014 | Healing Mass | The next Healing Mass will be held this Thursday 24th April, led by Fr. Tom Thomas IC, from 6pm to 8pm |
| 20.04.2014 | HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust, Group 83 Lourdes 2014 | Please remember Louise & Maureen and the rest of Group 83 as they spend this week in Lourdes. This year there are 6 youngsters with the group including Tom Green from our Parish and 11 helpers. Please remember them in your prayers, as they will do likewise for you. |
| 20.04.2014 | Easter Newsletter | Out Easter Newsletter is now available for download. Simply click on the link to the left to be taken to our seasonal newsletter page and scroll to the bottom of the page to access the Easter 2014 newsletter. |
| 15.04.2014 | Reconciliation Service | This Tuesday 15th April there will be a reconciliation service at 7pm. After mass at 7.30pm Fr. John Cross, the dean of Warwick Deanery, will hear confessions |
| 13.04.2014 | Taize Service for Palm Sunday | Please join us for a simple service of readings, prayer, song and quiet contemplation on Palm Sunday, 13th April at 3pm. All are welcome |
| 13.04.2014 | Thank you! | Thank you to everyone who sponsored Maureen and Louise in raising £500 for HCPT. Louise walked approx. 8 miles between 7 Catholic Churches in Coventry on Sunday 30th March |
| 02.04.2014 | The Monthly Gathering of Parishioners | The Monthly Gathering of Parishioners is Wednesday 2 April. We meet at the Church at 10.30am. for Coffee /Tea and a chat. It is a good opportunity to meet other parishioners |
| 30.03.2014 | Bacon Butties Breakfast | After mass next Sunday 23 March some of the men of the Parish offered breakfast including bacon sandwiches, tea & coffee. A big thank you to all who supported the breakfast with special thanks to those who helped serve the breakfast and special thanks to Terry Biles for supplying all the food. We raised £161.00 towards the Parish funds |
| 30.03.2014 | Easter Cards | Easter Cards will be on sale after Mass until 13 April. All profits from the sale of cards will go towards HCPT Group 83 |
| 15.03.2014 | Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell Lent Breakfasts | Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell Lent Breakfasts: ‘Ancient Wisdom for Modern times.’ The series of Lenten Breakfasts and Discussions organised by Churches Together in Balsall & Berkswell continues at 8.30am next Saturday 15 March in the Methodist Hall, Station Road. Rev. Tim Brooke will be guest speaker on “St. Francis of Assissi.” Please note that we are responsible for preparing breakfast this Saturday 15 March. Please let Godfrey Chesshire know if you are willing to help. Thank you. Please see the notice board for more details |
| 14.03.2014 | Stations of the Cross/Way of the Cross | During Lent, there will be Stations of the Cross/Way of the Cross every Friday evening at 7.30pm |
| 09.03.2014 | Millennium Project | Our Millennium Breakfast last Sunday raised £142 and our thanks go to everyone for your generous donations. This amount will have a spending power of £710 in Peru and Fr Ed will be delighted. |
| 09.03.2014 | Friends of the Holy Land | A charitable non-political organisation supporting the Christians of the Holy Land, need volunteers in the Kenilworth office for 3-4 hours (one morning) a week. If you are interested, and would like to find out more, contact Karen Baxter on 01926 512980. Please see the notice board for further details. |
| 08.03.2014 | Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell Lent Breakfasts | The theme of this years’ series of Lent Breakfast talks is 'Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times'. The title is inspired by Job's plaintive cry: where shall wisdom be found? and where is the place of understanding? In a world of great social, cultural and political change, have the great spiritual figures of the past anything to teach us? Can they provide us with a spiritual and moral compass in an uncertain world? These talks will be held on five successive Saturdays in Lent at the Methodist Church Hall in Balsall Common. The programme begins with breakfast at 8.30 a.m. on the 8th March - The Cloud of Unknowing - Mrs Diana Walls. |
| 07.03.2014 | Women’s World Day of Prayer | There will be a service on Friday evening 7th March at 7.30pm in St. Swithin’s Church Barston. The theme is ‘Streams in the Desert,’ Praying for Egypt, followed by refreshments in St. Swithin’s House. All are invited, including the men and young people of the parish. |
| 06.03.2014 | Thursday morning Masses | During Lent season, there will be mass every Thursday at 6.30am, ending 10 April |
| 02.03.2014 | Helping Hands | Please remember to contribute to our Green Bucket in the Narthex. Every donation will help someone who has financial difficulties in this area. Thank you for your generosity. |
| 02.03.2014 | Curry Evening - Thank you! | A very enjoyable evening. We raised £591 towards parish funds with a special thanks to the Keralan community for cooking, serving and sponsoring the meal. Thanks to everyone who helped and supported the event. |
| 26.02.2014 | Catholic parliamentary and public policy internships | For the last eleven years the Catholics Bishops Conference has organised Parliamentary and Public Policy Internships for recently graduated Catholics. This year we are looking to offer 8 internships: Four interns will be placed with Christian MPs at Westminster; one in a parliamentary support role within the Bishops’ Conference Secretariat; one in each of the Catholic Agencies (CAFOD and CSAN) in a public policy role; and one in a media internship in Archbishop’s House Westminster. All internships will run from September 2014 - July 2015 and include accommodation and subsistence allowances. Full details and an application form can be found on the website by clicking the link to the left. Completed application forms and references must either be emailed to interns@cbcew.org.uk or posted to: Michaela Kelly, Head of HR, 39 Eccleston Square, London SW1V 1BX. The closing date is 5pm on Wednesday 26th February 2014; the Assessment days will be 1st and 2nd April 2014. If you know anyone who may be interested in this opportunity, please encourage them to apply. |
| 23.02.2014 | Thank You | Thank you to everyone who contributed to the collection for Archbishop Vincent Nichols. We raised £200 for the Friends of the Holy Land |
| 22.02.2014 | Curry Night! | Our annual Curry Night will be on Saturday 22nd February; 7pm for 7.30pm. Tickets are £8 and 5 for children and will be available after Mass from Joe Martin, Ann Dodd, Margaret Collins |
| 05.02.2014 | Get Together | This Wednesday 5th February at 10.30am. for coffee and cakes in the parish room. All are welcome. |
| 02.02.2014 | Nomination of Archbishop Vincent Nichols as Cardinal | We were all delighted to hear the wonderful news that Pope Francis has named Archbishop Vincent as Cardinal and that he will receive the red hat at the Consistory on Saturday 22 February, the Feast of the Chair of St Peter. There will be a parish collection next Sunday 2 February in order to present a gift to the Archbishop. He has asked that the gift be offered in his name to the suffering Church in the Holy Land, through the charity that he helped to found, the Friends of the Holy Land |
| 30.01.2014 | Healing Service | Our next Healing Service is this Thursday 30 January, starting at 6pm |
| 26.01.2014 | 100 CLUB | Once again, many thanks for your continued support over the past year when over £600 was raised for church funds. Subscriptions for 2014 are now due, and Chris and John will be available after Mass on Sundays for the next few weeks to receive your subscription. Each number is £15 for the year. Draws are quarterly with prizes of £75, £45, and £30. If you are not yet a member, please could you consider joining this fun way of raising much needed funds for the church? And if you are already a subscriber, perhaps you might consider taking an extra number. We would like to encourage you to switch to a standing order, if you are not already doing so, to simplify administration. We will also have forms available for this |
| 16.01.2014 | Parish Council Meeting | Parish Council Meeting in the church hall on Thursday 16 January at 7.30pm. If anyone would like to join these committees they are most welcome. |
| 14.01.2014 | Maintenance Committee Meeting | There will be a Maintenance meeting in the church hall on Tuesday 14 January at 8pm. following Mass |
| 12.01.2014 | Christmas Giving Tree | Grateful thanks to The Keane Family who put up, decorated and did The Gift Tags for the Tree before Christmas and then took it down last Sunday. Sincere thanks to all our young people together with their parents in distributing the gifts to various parishioners before Christmas. There were 44 Gifts, 20 of which were for children and were taken to Father Hudson's Society in Coleshill before Christmas. A letter of thanks has been received from Mr. Tim Bradfield the Chief Executive. Our gifts were very much appreciated and needed. |
| 12.01.2014 | Millennium Project | This week £120 will be sent to Fr Ed in Peru, £88 of which was counted from our Bottle, £20 from the sale of Peruvian crafts and £12 from the Christmas cards to the Parish. Our thanks go to everyone for your generosity and support throughout 2013. Fr Ed will be very grateful and will use the money to improve the lives of the poor people living in the outskirts of Lima. |
| 29.12.2013 | First Holy Communion | Classes for children in year 3 or above at non-Catholic schools will begin in the New Year, to prepare them to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. If you wish your child to attend, please contact Ellie Clarke: email iehclarke@btinternet.com or phone (01676) 533931 |
| 29.12.2013 | Thank You | Father Soji would like to thank you all for your generous Christmas offering this year. He would also like to thank all those members of the Parish who help ensure our Parish runs so smoothly. Your tireless efforts on behalf of our Parish community are really appreciated. A Happy, Joyous and Peaceful New Year to you all. Father Soji |
| 29.12.2013 | A big thank you to all who supported and gave prizes for the Christmas raffle this year. We have raised the grand sum of £865. This is a great help towards the finances of the Parish | |
| 25.12.2013 | Christmas 2013 Newsletter now available on line | Our Christmas Newsletter for 2013 is now available online. Packed with news and photos from the life of our parish since Easter 2013, this issue also includes a voucher for discounted meals during January at the Saracen's Head in Balsall Common. |
| 25.12.2013 | Father Soji's Christmas Message | Click on the link to read Father Soji's Christmas message. |
| 22.12.2013 | Questionnaire in preparation for the Extraordinary Synod on the Family in 2014 | A major part of our preparation for the Extraordinary Synod on the Family in 2014 is to encourage you to complete a Vatican questionnaire. You can actively participate by visiting the questionnaire on Survey Monkey. Details of how to prepare and take the questionnaire can be found by clicking on the link to the left. |
| 15.12.2013 | 2013 Carol Service | Father Soji would like to thank all who helped to make last week’s Carol Service such a success – the choir, Chris Kearl the organist, the musical director, the readers, the wardens, the ladies who organised the refreshments and everyone who attended and sang the carols so joyfully! The collection for Friends of the Holy land raised £125.25. Click on the link if you would like to hear the carol service |
| 08.12.2013 | Christmas Together | Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell invite you to “Christmas Together” in Heart of England School next Sunday afternoon 8th December at 3.00pm. The Journey – come along for a taste of Christmas; carols and readings from local churches and organisations (including our own choir). Refreshments. Collection for ‘Action for Children’. All are welcome |
| 04.12.2013 | Get-together | This Wednesday, 4th December – meet at 10.30am in BRG car park for a trip to Melbicks Garden Centre. |
| 01.12.2013 | Millennium Project | Our next Breakfast will be on Dec 1st when there will be the usual fare – orange juice, warm croissants, toast, tea/coffee and a chance to sit and talk to friends and new parishioners |
| 01.12.2013 | Advent Taize Service | Readings, music, prayer and silent contemplation – please join us for a simple service today, Sunday 1st December at 5pm |
| 01.12.2013 | Millennium Project Breakfast | Millennium Project Breakfast today after Mass. There will be warm croissants, toast and jam; orange juice, tea and coffee, all for a donation of £2. All of the money will be sent to Fr Ed to help with his work for the poor in the shanty towns of Lima, Peru. Please come and join us for a chat and to meet new Parishioners |
| 23.11.2013 | Parish Supper | Our Parish supper is on Saturday November 23rd at 7.30pm. The “Alpha ladies” invite you to a tasty 2-course meal, including a complementary glass of wine, for the bargain price of £10 per person. Judith, Louise or Margaret Burleigh will start collecting names this week. |
| 20.11.2013 | HCPT Group 83 Coffee Evening | This is to be held in Our Parish Room on Wednesday November 20th at 7.30pm. Admission is 50p, which includes refreshments. There will be the usual stalls – Gifts for All, Cakes, Preserves, Christmas Cards & Advent Calendars as well as a raffle. Donations for the stalls, especially Gifts for All and Cakes will be much appreciated. All proceeds will help to boost the funds of Group 83. Please come along to this enjoyable evening. |
| 17.11.2013 | CAFOD’s Typhoon Haiyan appeal | There will be a special second collection this Sunday for the people in the Philippines who have had their lives torn apart by the Typhoon Haiyan. Please be generous. |
| 14.11.2013 | Parish Council Meeting | The next Parish Council meeting is on Thursday 14th November at 7.30pm in the Parish room. All are welcome. |
| 10.11.2013 | Millennium Project | Fr Ed has sent us some Peruvian handicrafts – pencil cases, throws, small crosses and purses, which will be on show today after Mass. Please have a look at them, they will make lovely gifts for Christmas. |
| 09.11.2013 | Quiz and Fish ‘n‘ Chips! | Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell is holding a Quiz Evening complete with Fish and Chip Supper on Saturday 9th November, 7 pm for 7 30 pm start. You are invited to make up teams of six but if this is not possible we will be able to accommodate you in a composite team! The event will be held at St Peter’s Hall, Holly Lane. Bring your own drinks. Information and tickets (price £7 50) available from Godfrey & Linda Chesshire. We hope each church will bring at least two teams, do come along and join in the fun |
| 02.11.2013 | Coffee Together | On Saturday morning, 2nd November from 10.30am to 12pm in the Jubilee Centre. Come along and have a cuppa and a slice of cake with friends old and new. Better still, as it is BRG’s turn to host the event, please let Bysshe and Judith (534010) know if you are willing to make a cake or spend a few minutes helping between 10.00 and 12.00. Thank you |
| 31.10.2013 | Healing Service | There will be a Healing Service on Thursday 31st October led by Father Richard from Newport. All are welcome. Next month’s healing service will be led by Monsignor Timothy Menezis |
| 27.10.2013 | Christmas Raffle | It is that time again when we are putting our prizes together for our Christmas Raffle. Pam Martin is at the back of the church after Mass, looking for donations of prizes for this important fund-raising event for parish funds. Please help if you can |
| 27.10.2013 | Advent | As part of our preparation for Christmas, Father would like to have a series of house Masses on the following Tuesdays: 3rd/10th/17th December. If you are willing to host one of these, can you please give your name to Joe Martin after Mass |
| 12.10.2013 | Catholic Social Action Road Show | A Catholic Social Action Road Show, organised by The Archdiocese of Birmingham, entitled "For Those Who Care About Others" is to be held on Saturday 12th October in the presence of Bishop William Kenny. It will take place at Blessed George Napier Catholic School, Springfield Avenue, Banbury, OX16 9HS from 10 am to 4pm (arrive from 9.15am.). The day will be packed full of inspiration and encouragement, including Speakers and Workshops. Refreshments and sandwiches will be provided. The day will finish with Mass at 3 pm. If you are interested in going, please contact David Wyatt on 01675 434000 or email davidwyatt@fatherhudsons.org.uk. |
| 05.10.2013 | Parish Quiz | The brain-boggling annual parish quiz will be held on Saturday 5th October at 7.30pm. Tickets and further details available soon – make sure you make a note in your diary! |
| 29.09.2013 | Prayers for the sick | It is time once again to review the list of names of those who are sick. If you have asked for someone to be added to the list and you wish them to remain on it, please let Ellie and Ian Clarke know by Sunday 29th September at the latest – contact details are at the bottom of this page. Please note that names will be removed from the list if we do not receive confirmation that they should remain. |
| 28.09.2013 | Choir | Our choir has been asked to sing at the Balsall Common Village Fete on Saturday 28th September at 3pm. We will be rehearsing for this on Sundays after mass until about 12 noon – existing members and new singers are welcome! Also come along on the day to support us. |
| 22.09.2013 | Harvest Thanksgiving – Helping Hands | Each year at around this time we celebrate the harvest by collecting for a charity. This year we have decided to continue our support for Helping Hands who provide support to local families in need. There is still a major poverty problem in Solihull, particularly, but not solely, in the north of the borough. Please bring your donations of hygiene products and non-perishable food to the collection tub in the Narthex. |
| 22.09.2013 | Family Games Afternoon | Families of all ages are invited to a games afternoon 4-7pm on Sunday 22nd September at the church hall. We are planning a mix of table tennis and board games to cater for all ages. Bring your own game if you have favourite one to share. Also, there will be chance to win some small prizes in competitions run by some of our youth group so please bring some change! We will round off the afternoon with pizza and cake. Price is £10 per family. Please book with Claire Keane or Kathryn Driffield. |
| 17.09.2013 | Service of Reconciliation | On Tuesday 17th September at 7pm we will be holding a service of reconciliation, with mass and confession |
| 15.09.2013 | Millennium Project | Today we welcome Fr Ed to our parish. He will concelebrate the Mass with Fr Soji and after mass tea, coffee and squash will be served and everyone is welcome to meet Fr Ed and listen as he tells us about the projects he is undertaking to help the poor people in Lima. |
| 23.08.2013 | Wedding Congratulations | Congratulations and best wishes to Clare and Stuart who were married in our church on Friday |
| 18.08.2013 | Birthday Celebration | Congratulations to Delia Murray, who celebrated her 102nd birthday this week. Chris and the family would like to invite all parishioners to join Delia for a cup of tea and a piece of cake after Mass today |
| 14.07.2013 | Blessed Robert Grissold Anniversary | Today’s mass is to celebrate our patron, Blessed Robert Grissold, whose anniversary is this Wednesday 17 July |
| 07.07.2013 | Cake Sale | The cake sale for Parish Funds, held last Sunday June 30th, amounted to £212.20, which includes £25.20 from the raffle. Our sincere thanks to James, who made the strawberries & cream cake, all who donated cakes, those who bought them and those who gave donations |
| 07.07.2013 | Coast to Coast | Kathryn Green would like to thank those who have supported her fundraising effort for cycling the C2C (150 miles from Whitehaven to Sunderland) last week as part of a group of 12 peers from her school, in aid of Cancer Research UK and the British Stroke Association. The total raised through Kathryn’s sponsorship is over £450 and collectively her group has raised over £3,000. Kathryn will be collecting her money in the next couple of weeks |
| 03.07.2013 | Get together | The next Get Together for older parishioners is this Wednesday, 3rd July. We will meet in the Parish room at 10.30 am for an outing to Hatton Country World. If the weather is wet we will have a mystery tour to an alternative destination. |
| 30.06.2013 | Healing Service | Please note that from July onwards, our Healing Service will be held on the last Thursday of each month. The next Healing Service will be on Thursday 25th July |
| 29.06.2013 | Father Hudson’s Society | The Annual House Collection will take place from Sunday June 23rd to Saturday June 29th, and the street collection (including outside the Co-op store) is on Saturday June 29th. If you are willing to help, please speak to Maureen. She will be pleased to hear from you. |
| 16.06.2013 | Millennium Project | Our Breakfast last Sunday raised £180, which was an excellent result. Our thanks go to everyone who came and also to those who were unable to be there but gave a donation. This amount will have a spending power of £900 in Peru; Fr. Ed will be delighted. A big thank you also to everyone who helped in the kitchen, prepared the Breakfast or organised the tables and chairs. |
| 09.06.2013 | Millennium Project | Our next Millennium Breakfast (No. 52), will be held on Sunday 9th June. Please put this date in your diary, the cost will be the same and there will be more details later |
| 28.05.2013 | Healing Service and Seminar on Year of Faith | The next healing service will be this Tuesday 28th May starting with Mass at 6pm. The Mass will be followed by a presentation seminar by Deacon David Palmer of the Year of Faith Committee on how we can work together in our parishes to bring the Gospel message of Healing and New Life to those around us. All our welcome. |
| 22.05.2013 | HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust, Group 83 – Coffee evening | A very big sincere thank you to everyone who supported the Coffee Evening last Wednesday: to those who gave their time and energy in helping; to those who gave donations; to those who came; and to those who helped in many other ways it was all much appreciated. May God Bless you all. The results will be in the next weeks bulletin. |
| 17.05.2013 | Parish Meal | The Parish meal at Haig’s raised £108 on the raffle and including a discount on the meal brought the total up to £153 for the night. Well done and thank you to all involved |
| 12.05.2013 | Moonwalk for Breast Cancer UK | Next Saturday, 11th May, Chris Mitchell will be doing the moonwalk around London in aid of Breast Cancer UK. This is a 26.2 mile walk around the City at night. If anyone would like to sponsor her she will be at the back of Church after Mass. |
| 05.05.2013 | Bacon Breakfast Results | Thank you to all who supported the Bacon Breakfast last Sunday. We raised £141 towards Parish Funds. Special thank you to Terry Biles, Dominic Green and John McLellan for doing all the cooking. |
| 05.05.2013 | London Marathon | Charles Keane would like to thank the parish for all the support given to his fundraising effort for running the London Marathon in aid of St Joseph's Hospice in London. Charles finished the marathon just under 5 hours. The total raised through sponsorship and the various social events was an amazing £2,700 ! |
| 01.05.2013 | Get together | The next Get Together is this Wednesday 1st May at 10.30 am for coffee and cakes. All welcome. |
| 30.04.2013 | Healing Service | The next healing service will be on Tuesday 30th April starting with Mass at 6pm, then laying of hands and Eucharistic procession, ending at 8pm |
| 28.04.2013 | Bacon Breakfast | Please join us for bacon butties next Sunday after mass, prepared by the men of the Parish to raise parish funds |
| 21.04.2013 | Choir | Weekly choir practice will recommence today after mass. The choir meets on Sundays 11 am to 12 noon to prepare music for our liturgy. New members are always welcome - no previous choir experience is needed! |
| 14.04.2013 | Easter Thanks | Many thanks to everyone who helped to prepare our Easter Celebration and to make our Church and the Liturgy beautiful, especially to all cleaners, Musicians, choir, Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers, Readers, Flower Arrangers and all those who came to Mass. Fr Soji would like to thank Parishioners for their best wishes and Easter Offerings |
| 14.04.2013 | HCPT GROUP 83 | Group 83 arrived home safely last Saturday 6 April having had a wonderful week in Lourdes. Everyone in the Group remembered your kindness and generosity. They thank you for your prayers. |
| 31.03.2013 | Easter Clergy Offerings | There will be a second collection at Easter for our Priest Father Soji. Envelopes will be available at the back of church |
| 31.03.2013 | Church Cleaning for Easter | We would like to organise a spring clean of the Church during Holy Week ahead of Easter, therefore we are looking for volunteers to help with different areas of the Church please. If you are willing to help with a specific area, please can you give your name to Maureen or Joe after Mass. The more helpers we have the easer it will be. Thank you |
| 31.03.2013 | Easter 2013 Newsletter | Our Easter Newsletter is now available on line. Click the link to the left then scroll to the bottom of our seasonal newsletters page to access the Easter 2013 newsletter |
| 30.03.2013 | HCPT Group 83 | Maureen, Louise and Group 83 leave for Lourdes on Saturday 30 March returning the following Saturday. The group includes 9 helpers including Ann Marie the Group Leader and 5 Young People. Whilst there they will remember your kindness and generosity. Please remember them in your prayers. Louise & Maureen are willing to take your petitions and will light a candle for you if you so wish. Please let them know by Good Friday. Thank you |
| 28.03.2013 | Eucharistic Ministers | A reminder that all Eucharistic Ministers should renew their commitment during Mass on Holy Thursday. If you are unable to do so please let Father Soji or Maureen know |
| 27.03.2013 | Reconciliation Service | A reconciliation service will be held on Wednesday 27th March at 7.30pm followed by confession. |
| 26.03.2013 | Healing Service | The next healing service will be on Tuesday 26th March starting with Mass at 6pm, then laying of hands and Eucharistic procession, ending at 8pm. |
| 24.03.2013 | Easter Taize service cancelled | Unfortunately, the Taize service due to take place on the 24th March at 6pm has had to be cancelled due to the inclement weather. We hope to have the service later in the year once the weather improves. |
| 24.03.2013 | Easter Services | Please click on the link to the left to see the times of the Easter services at our Church |
| 24.03.2013 | Taize Service for Holy Week | A simple service of prayer, music and quiet contemplation will be held in our church at 6pm next Sunday 24th March (Palm Sunday). Everyone is welcome. |
| 24.03.2013 | Millennium Project | Our Breakfast last Sunday was a great success and our thanks go to everyone who helped and supported this event. We raised £185 including donations, which will have a spending power of about £900 in Peru. Fr Ed will be delighted and this money will be used to help the poor people living in the shanty towns on the outskirts of Lima |
| 21.03.2013 | Eucharistic Ministers | An evening of Recollection for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion will take place at Maryvale Institute on Thursday 21st. March 2013 starting at 7p.m. & ending at 9.00p.m. If you wish to go, please contact Father Soji or Maureen Carroll as soon as possible. We can perhaps arrange transport among ourselves |
| 17.03.2013 | Millennium Project | Our 51st Breakfast is TODAY after Mass. Please come and join us for croissants, toast, jam, orange juice, tea /coffee all for £2. It is St Patrick's Day so why not treat yourself and enjoy a chat with other parishioners |
| 15.03.2013 | Stations of the Cross | We will process along the Stations of the Cross every Friday evening during Lent at 7.30pm |
| 10.03.2013 | HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust Group 83 | Easter Cards are now available in the Narthex until Easter Sunday. All profits go to Group 83 funds. The Annual Coffee Evening with Raffle will take place in May (date TBC). |
| 10.03.2013 | Helping Hands | Following last years success we are again collecting goods for the homeless and poorer families in North Solihull during Lent. Please place your donations into the container in the Narthex. Donations required are for tinned food, pasta, sugar, tea and coffee, jams, pasta sauce and toiletries |
| 10.03.2013 | Room Wanted | Lithuanian woman (34years old) is in urgent need of a room to rent in Balsall Common. Contact by tel. 01676 533192, or via Father Soji |
| 08.03.2013 | Stations of the Cross | We will process along the Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings in Lent at 7.30pm commencing on Friday, 8th March |
| 17.02.2013 | Helping Hands | You will recall that during Advent we achieved an amazing collection of goods for homeless and poorer families in North Solihull. We invite you to do the same during the Sundays of Lent please. The container will be in the Narthex for collecting tins of: stews, casseroles, corned beef, spam, pies, soups, rice, puddings, potatoes, sweet corn, tomatoes, peas, baked beans, spaghetti, custard, fruit, hot dogs, meatballs, fish; packets of pasta, milk, sugar, tea bags; jars of pasta sauce, jam, spreads; toiletries – soap, shower gels, toothpaste, deodorant, toilet rolls. Thank you! |
| 10.02.2013 | Welcome | We welcome Bishop Jacob Manathodath, Bishop of Palghat to celebrate mass for us. He is Father Soji’s Diocesan Bishop |
| 10.02.2013 | New Mass Setting | The instrumental group are introducing a new Mass setting this week in order to bring us fully into line with the liturgical requirements of the New Mass. It has been written by the well-known writer Mike Stanley and is being sung in many other parishes already. The one exception is the ‘Lamb of God’ where we are sticking with Chris Kearl’s Mass which is already ‘compliant’. We hope you enjoy the new settings. Please do join in! |
| 06.02.2013 | Parish Pastoral Council | There will be a meeting in the Parish Room at 7.30pm on Wednesday, 6th February |
| 20.01.2013 | Message from Father Hudson's Society | A message from Tim Bradford, Chief Executive. “I am writing to say how much we appreciate the generosity of the parishioners of Blessed Robert Grissold in once again providing wonderful Christmas presents for those in need who we care for. Please pass on our particular thanks to Maureen Carroll for organising these donations, which will be distributed to individuals and families by our School Based Family Support Workers.” |
| 15.01.2013 | Maintenance Committee | There will be a meeting in the Parish Room at 8.00pm this Tuesday, 15th January |
| 14.01.2013 | Bon Voyage! | On 14th January, Father Soji leaves for a three week visit to India. We wish him every happiness as he spends time with family, friends and colleagues during his stay there |
| 06.01.2013 | Carol Service Highlights | Highlights of our carol service, held on the 16th December 2012, are now available on our website. Click the link to find out more. |
| 06.01.2013 | Parish Giving Tree | Many thanks to Our Parish Youth who decorated Our Tree. They did a wonderful job. It looked great. Over 40 gifts were donated. The children’s gifts were taken to Father Hudson’s Society in Coleshill. The rest were distributed by Our Young People, together with their parents, to homes in the parish. Very many thanks to those who gave gifts and those who distributed them. May God bless you all. |
| 06.01.2013 | Christmas Helping Hands Appeal | We have received a message from Dr Jan Smart, Chief Executive, Renewal Christian Centre regarding the Advent collection of groceries and cosmetics, etc. “Please pass our sincere thanks onto your Church for their generous donation to Helping Hands |
| 31.12.2012 | Syromalabar Mass for New Year | This New Year Mass for the Kerala Community and anyone who wishes to attend will take place at 11.00pm on 31st December |
| 30.12.2012 | Message from Father Soji | A big thank you for all the support you gave me this year and also for the Christmas donation. |
| 25.12.2012 | Father Soji's Christmas Message | Click on the link to the left to view Father Soji's Christmas message to the parish. |
| 25.12.2012 | Christmas 2012 Newsletter available | Our Christmas Newsletter is now available. Click on the link to view our list of seasonal newsletters to date and scroll down to access the Christmas 2012 newsletter to find out what's been happening in our parish since Easter 2012. You will need to download and install Adobe Reader first though! |
| 16.12.2012 | Carol Service | This year’s service is on Sunday, 16th December at 6.00pm. This is always a very joyful event, with music from the choir, readings and traditional carols for everyone to sing – followed by mince pies and mulled wine in the Parish Room. Put the date in your diary! |
| 25.11.2012 | Millennium Project | Our 50th ‘Breakfast’ will be on Sunday 25th November and it will be FREE to all our Parishioners. This will be a thank you to everyone for your support and generosity over almost 14 years. Please make a note of this in your diary.....more details later |
| 19.11.2012 | Father Sebastian visits | Father Sebastian will be visiting us between 19th and 30th November |
| 16.11.2012 | Parish Dinner at Mckees Brasserie, Haig’s Hotel | Today is your last opportunity to book for the dinner. The cost for a two course meal will be £9.00 per person, including gratuities. If you are interested in joining us please give your name, together with a £5.00 deposit to Maureen Carroll or Joe Martin after mass. Balance of payments should be paid by next Sunday. |
| 08.11.2012 | Parish Pastoral Council | The next meeting will take place in the Parish Room this Thursday 8th November following Mass at 7.30pm. All parishioners are welcome to attend. |
| 07.11.2012 | Get-together | Get-together meets this Wednesday 7th November at 11.00am in the Parish Room for coffee, cake and a chat |
| 04.11.2012 | Christmas Raffle | It is that time again, when we are looking for raffle prizes. If you are willing to donate a prize please give your name to Pam Martin who will be in the Narthex after mass. Please give the raffle your support – it would be helpful if every family could sell at least three books. Thank you |
| 20.10.2012 | Parish Quiz Night | The annual Parish Quiz will be held on Saturday 20th October at 7.30pm. Tickets for this very popular event are on sale this week after mass for £8. This includes a meal of sausage, beans and a baked potato and a cash bar will also be available. Organise yourself into teams of 6 contestants and buy your tickets from Ian Clarke after mass. |
| 15.10.2012 | Bible Classes | Bible Classes will take place in our church between 10.30am and 2.30pm on Monday 15th October, Monday 19th November, Wednesday 12th December, Wednesday 2nd January, Thursday 14th February, Tuesday 5th March, Monday 8th April and Wednesday 8th May. Members of the parish and of the Keralan community are welcome to attend |
| 14.10.2012 | Bacon Breakfast | There will be a bacon breakfast after mass next Sunday 14th October; prepared by men of the parish for parish funds |
| 14.10.2012 | HCPT News | HCPT Christmas cards will be on sale from next Sunday, the 14th October. There will also be a coffee evening on Thursday 22nd November |
| 14.10.2012 | Church Boiler | After 18 years our main boiler has given up the ghost. We need to install a new boiler (at a cost of approx. £1,000) without delay. If you have not yet committed to increasing your gift aid offertory donation or have yet to establish a regular donation, please consider doing so while enjoying your bacon butties after mass. Thank you |
| 13.10.2012 | The Year of Faith | Pope Benedict is launching the Year of Faith beginning on 11th October and finishing 24th November 2013. The dates coincide with the 50th anniversary of the 2nd Vatican Council and the 20th anniversary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. We are invited to find out more about the Year of Faith during one of the diocesan days listed on the parish notice board. These include Saturday, 13th October (9.30am to 3.30pm) at Christ the King Church, 14 Westhill Road, Coventry, CV6 2AA, when the keynote speaker will be Father Eddie Claire from the Department for Parish and Family Catechesis |
| 13.10.2012 | Simply Entertaining | Simply Purple and Friends will be giving a concert in St Peter’s Hall at 7.30pm on Saturday, 13th October, in aid of Action Medical Research for Children, For Life’. Tickets at £12.50 each, which includes a ‘Sit Down’ hot meal and a Welcome Drink, are available from Linda Chesshire |
| 07.10.2012 | Collections | We are very pleased at the response to the recent invitation to increase your weekly offertory and understand there are some who still intend to return their standing order amendment forms. Gift Aid declaration forms are available in the Narthex |
| 07.10.2012 | Alpha Course 2012 | Our Parish Alpha Course has started, but it is not too late to take part. If you are interested please speak with David Green, Bysshe Gibbs or Godfrey Chesshire after mass. Please pray for those attending the course |
| 07.10.2012 | Harvest Mass | On Sunday 7th October, we will be holding this year’s Harvest Festival Mass at 9.30am. As usual we would like the parish to collect food and other useful items for the SIFA Fireside Centre for redistribution to those in need in the Birmingham area. SIFA Fireside works alongside those who are socially excluded or disadvantaged, addressing alcohol issues and homelessness and empowering and supporting people to meet their short and long term goals. There is a list of items that the Fireside Centre requires on the Parish Noticeboard opposite the toilets. Please could you place the donations in boxes for easy carriage and, if possible, decorate any boxes you bring. Boxes should be brought to Church on the morning of the 7th October and will be brought up to the Altar during the offertory procession. If you have any queries, please contact Ian Clarke on 01676 533 931 |
| 27.09.2012 | Healing Mass | There is a healing mass this Thursday, 27th September – 5.00 pm intercession, 5.30 rosary, 6.00 mass, 7.00 worship and laying on of hands, 7.30 preaching the word of God, 8.15 adoration. PLease come along! |
| 26.09.2012 | Alpha Course 2012 | Our Parish Alpha Course starts this Wednesday 26th September. It is not too late to take part. If you are interested please speak with David Green, Bysshe Gibbs or Godfrey Chesshire after mass. |
| 23.09.2012 | Quavers (junior choir) | Choir practice will start on Sunday 23rd September, 10.30 - 11 am. Practices are held every Sunday during term-time. If you are between 6 and 11 years old and like singing, why not come along! |
| 23.09.2012 | Millennium Project | Our 49th Breakfast last Sunday raised £153 and our thanks go to everyone who helped, gave donations and supported this event. The £153 will have a spending power of £760 in Peru and Fr Ed will put it to good use in the new projects he is organising to help the families of his Parish in Lima. |
| 23.09.2012 | Altar Servers | We are looking for extra Altar Servers. Any children who have made their first Holy Communion and would like to serve please give their names after mass to Joe Martin or Dominic Green, who will arrange training |
| 16.09.2012 | Millennium Project | Our 49th Breakfast will be on Sunday 16th September after Mass, everyone is welcome so please come and join us. There will be the usual menu of orange juice, warm croissants, pain au chocolat, toast, butter, jam, tea /coffee all for a donation of £2. The cost has not changed and there will be a chance to meet and chat with other parishioners |
| 16.09.2012 | Senior Choir | Choir practice will start from next Sunday 16th September and will run every Sunday from 11 am to 12 noon. If you enjoy singing, come and join us - no previous choir experience is necessary! |
| 14.09.2012 | Lourdes | Maureen will be in Lourdes from 14th. to 21st. September. She will be staying at Hosanna House in Bartres, just outside Lourdes. She is willing to take your intentions and will light candles for you if you so wish. Please do so by Wednesday September 12th. Thank you. |
| 05.09.2012 | The Get together of Older Parishioners | We shall meet next Wednesday 5 September at The Church for 12p.m.prompt for an Outing including lunch to The Black Boy, Warwick Road, Knowle. Let us hope the sun will shine |
| 04.09.2012 | Maintenance Committee Meeting | The next Maintenance Committee meeting will be held on Tuesday 4th September at 8.00 pm. in the Parish Room |
| 28.08.2012 | Finance Committee Meeting | There will be a Finance Committee meeting on Tuesday 28th August at 8.00 pm. after mass in the Parish Room |
| 08.07.2012 | Happy Birthday Maureen | Today we are celebrating Maureen Carroll's 80th Birthday which was on June 23rd. Everyone is welcome to share a piece of cake with Maureen after Mass to celebrate this momentous occasion |
| 07.07.2012 | St George and St Teresa Summer Fun Day | The St George & St Teresa summer fun day will be held on 7th July 2012. |
| 01.07.2012 | St George and St Teresa Raffle Tickets | Raffle tickets for St George & St Teresa's summer raffle will be available for purchase from this Sunday. Tickets are £1 each and there are some very good prizes. See Kathryn Driffield for details. |
| 28.06.2012 | Healing Mass | Next healing mass is on 28th June at 6pm |
| 25.06.2012 | 1st Holy Communion photos available | Aditya John Paul, Alex Sutherland, Daniel Green and Jacob O’Brien received their 1st Holy Communion during Mass on the 17th June 2012. Photos from the event are now available on this website. Click on the link to the left to see more. |
| 17.06.2012 | Afternoon Tea | The Friends of the Holy Land Kenilworth are hosting an “Afternoon Tea” in the garden of 31 Beehive Hill, Kenilworth on Sunday 17th June from 3pm. Tickets £6, Family £12. A Grand Draw will also be held, Tickets £1. All proceeds go towards supporting Christians in the Holy Land. For further information contact Pam Highton Tel. 01926 859532 |
| 17.06.2012 | Parish Supper | Many thanks to all who helped with and participated in the very enjoyable and successful Parish Supper, particularly those who helped with the catering. We made a profit of £471.73. Well done ! Thanks especially to Anne Dodd, Judith & Bysshe and Maureen, plus Linda for remembering that the bread was still in the oven!!! |
| 17.06.2012 | Afternoon Tea | The Friends of the Holy Land Kenilworth are hosting an “Afternoon Tea” in the garden of 31 Beehive Hill, Kenilworth today from 3pm. Tickets £6, Family £12. A Grand Draw will also be held, Tickets £1. All proceeds go towards supporting Christians in the Holy Land. For further information contact Pam Highton Tel. 01926 859532 |
| 10.06.2012 | Jubilee Celebrations | Well done to our Choir who represented the Parish last Tuesday in the 'Tent of Tranquility'. The singing was excellent and helped to lift the mood on an otherwise rather wet occasion. We have also brought the Prayer Tree from the ‘Tent of Tranquility’ into the Narthex. Please take a card to write your own prayer and attach it to the tree. |
| 10.06.2012 | Extra Church Warden/Welcome Visitors | We are looking for some extra wardens to join our other teams to help give the Mass books out before Mass and to welcome our visitors. It only comes round every eight weeks so if you are willing to help can you please see Joe Martin after Mass. |
| 05.06.2012 | Churches Together Jubill Celebrations | Our church will be represented in the 'Tent of Tranquility' where you can relax away from the activities. The tent, organised by members of Churches Together in Balsall & Berkswell, will include a prayer tree and our choir will be singing from 3.35 to 3.50pm.(times in the Bugle are incorrect). More information is available in the Bugle, or from Louise, John and Godfrey. |
| 03.06.2012 | Alpha Course | The team of people organising this Autumn’s Alpha Course have started to meet up in order to make the necessary preparations. They still need a few extra people so if you are willing to help please speak to David Green after mass or call him on 01564 775155 |
| 31.05.2012 | Prayer Group | The Prayer Group will meet this Thursday 31st May at 2.30pm at 2 Byfield Place, Windmill Lane. Everyone is very welcome |
| 24.05.2012 | Healing Mass | The next evening healing service will be this Thursday 24 May - Commencing at: 5pm. Intercessory prayers, 5.30 Rosary, 6pm Mass followed by laying on of hands for those who are unable to stay for the rest of the service, 7pm Singing, 7.30 Talk, 8pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and 8.30pm. Laying on of hands, followed by tea and coffee. Please feel free to attend all or part of the service |
| 20.05.2012 | Millennium Project | Our 48th Breakfast last Sunday raised £150 and our thanks go to everyone who helped, gave donations and supported this event. We will add £15 to this amount which was raised from ‘Christmas card to the Parish’ last December. The £165 will have a spending power of just over £800 in Peru and be certain that Fr Ed will put it to good use in caring for the poor people of his Parish in Lima. |
| 20.05.2012 | Cake sale | A very sincere & big "thank you" to all who made/gave cakes for The Cake Sale last Sunday, and all those who bought them. They all went. A very special "thank you" to James for his contribution. Ann Dodd was the lucky winner! The grand total was £150.60 of which James' contribution was £ 11.50. Well done James! If anyone is interested in buying his Cook Book, please speak to him. He still has some left. |
| 16.05.2012 | Discussion paper for Parishes following the Lent 2012 Pastoral letter on future planning | Please view this document on the birminghamdiocese.org.uk web site and come together and discuss its implications at church on Wednesday 16 May, 7.30pm |
| 13.05.2012 | Confirmation Mass 2012 | The photos from our recent Confirmation Mass are now available on this website. Click on the link to the left to view them. |
| 26.04.2012 | Healing Service | On 26th April from 6pm to 9pm, you are invited to a healing service at our church. It will include preaching the Word of God, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Confession followed by Healing Mass. Click on the link for more details |
| 25.04.2012 | Parish Pastoral Council Meeting | The minutes of the parish council meeting held on Wednesday 25 April are now available. Click on the link to access them. |
| 22.04.2012 | Friends of the Holy Land | Following the presentation on the FHL by Peter Rand before Christmas, he is returning on Sunday 22 April to show a DVD “Hidden Bethlehem” after the 9.30 Mass. It is a very moving short film of what it is like to be a Christian in the City. Peter will also talk about how you can support the FHL. Please come and hear how you can sustain the Christian community, the ‘Living stones of our Faith’. |
| 15.04.2012 | Divine Mercy Sunday | We have Divine Mercy Devotions from 3pm to 4pm at St. Peter’s Church, Dormer Place, Leamington Spa, CV32 6AF. There will be exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with leaflets on this devotion available on the day. For further information on the Divine Mercy, click on the link. |
| 08.04.2012 | Easter Clergy Offerings | There will be a second collection at Easter for our Priest Father Soji. Envelopes will be available at the back of church |
| 08.04.2012 | Easter Message from Father Soji | Father Soji has written an Easter message for everyone accessing our website, our parishioners and their friends. Click on the link to the left to view this message. |
| 08.04.2012 | Easter 2012 Newsletter available | Our Easter 2012 Newsletter is now available in Church and as a download from this website. This issue covers what's hapenned in our parish since Christmas 2011. Click on the link to view the newsletter. |
| 05.04.2012 | Eucharistic Ministers | A reminder that all Eucharistic Ministers renew Their Commitment during Mass on Holy Thursday April 5th. at 7.30pm. If you are not able to be there, please let Father Soji or Maureen know |
| 01.04.2012 | Easter Mass Times | Click on the link to the left to see the mass times over the Christmas period. Parishioners and visitors warmly welcome. |
| 25.03.2012 | Taize Service | Silence, simplicity, singing. Time to reflect, brief prayers and readings, no distractions. Come and join us this evening, Sunday 25th March at 6pm in church. Everyone is welcome. |
| 04.03.2012 | Millennium Breakfast | Our Breakfast last Sunday raised £93 and we were given £27 in donations making a total of £120. We counted £45 from our Bottle and so Fr Ed will be receiving a cheque for £165 very soon. He will be delighted-this has the spending power of £825 in Peru |
| 02.03.2012 | Women’s World Day of Prayer | The Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell celebration of the international Women’s World Day of Prayer will take place this year in St Peter’s Church on Friday 3rd March at 7.30pm. All are welcome – women, men and young people |
| 01.03.2012 | H.C.P.T. The Pilgrimage Trust Group 83 | A Coffee Evening with Raffle will take place in our Parish Hall on Thursday 1st March. More details will follow at a later date. It is hoped that the Raffle Tickets will be available soon |
| 26.02.2012 | Millennium Project | Our next Breakfast will be on Sunday 26th February. Everyone is welcome so please make a note of the date in your diary. More details to follow |
| 23.02.2012 | Parish Council | The next meeting of the Parish Council will be on Thursday 23rd February at 7.30pm in the Parish Room – all are welcome |
| 15.02.2012 | Prayer Group | The next prayer meeting will be on Wednesday 15th February at 2.30pm at 14, Arden Close, Balsall Common. Everyone will be very welcome |
| 08.02.2012 | Parish Finance Committee | The next meeting of the Finance Committee is this Wednesday 8th February at 7.30pm in the Parish Room. |
| 01.02.2012 | Get Together | The next Older Parishioners Get Together will be this Wednesday 1st February at 10.30 am in the Parish Room. Do come and join us for coffee, cakes and a chat |
| 29.01.2012 | 100 Club | Subscriptions for 2012 are now due, and Chris Burleigh and John McLellan will be available after Mass, to renew your membership |
| 13.01.2012 | House Prayer Meeting | The next prayer meeting is at 6pm on Friday 13th January at the home of Bysshe and Judith Gibbs – 2 Byfield Place, Windmill Lane. Everyone is welcome |
| 11.01.2012 | Confirmation Classes | The classes for our young people who are preparing to receive the sacrament of confirmation will re-commence on Wednesday 11th January |
| 05.01.2012 | Diocesan Youth Ministry | The deadline for applications for the appointment of two new Youth Ministry Development Workers for the dioceses has been extended to January 5th 2012. Please see www.bcys.co.uk for further information, or phone Peter Lucas on 07971 643648 |
| 04.01.2012 | Older Parishioners Get Together | Our next Get Together will be this Wednesday 4th January at 11.30am in the Parish Room. Join us for soup and a sweet! |
| 03.01.2012 | Parish Council | There is a meeting of the Parish Council on Tuesday 3rd January after evening mass |
| 01.01.2012 | Thank you from Fr Soji | Fr Soji would like to say thank you to all for your generous Christmas gift in the second collections on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day |
| 01.01.2012 | Greetings from Fr Sebastian | Fr Sebastian sends his best wishes to all parishioners. He can be contacted by email at sebastianarikat@gmail.com or by telephone (in India!) on 0091-949-6289676 |
| 01.01.2012 | Second Collection for Pope’s Visit | As a Parish we have been asked to contribute £560 towards the outstanding cost of the Pope’s Visit so there will be a second collection next week and the following week for this. Please be generous |
| 01.01.2012 | Maintenance Committee | We are forming a maintenance committee to coordinate the work in the church, house and grounds. If you are willing to serve on this, can you please give your name to Joe Martin. It is planned to have only four meeting a year |
| 31.12.2011 | New Year’s Eve Syro-Malabar mass | A mass for the Keralan community, in their own Syro-Malabar rite, will be held in our church on New Year’s Eve at 11pm |
| 25.12.2011 | Christmas Newsletter | Our Christmas 2011 newsletter is now available on the website. Click on the link to the left to be taken to the page from which it can be downloaded. Paper copies will be available at our Christmas services. |
| 25.12.2011 | Christmas Raffle | A big thank you to all who supported the Christmas Raffle by donating prizes and buying tickets. We raised the grand sum of £808 towards the parish funds. The list of those who won prizes is on the church notice board. |
| 25.12.2011 | Christmas Giving Tree | Thank you for your generosity in donating gifts for our Christmas Giving Tree, there were 42 gifts in total. 16 of these were gratefully received by Father Hudson’s Society in Coleshill. The remaining gifts were distributed to the elderly and housebound o |
| 25.12.2011 | Mass arrangements during January | Fr Soji is visiting the Holy Land from 4th – 12th January, and is then going to Kerala from 15th January – 4th February. Fr Jomon will say Sunday mass for us while Fr Soji is away. There will be no First Friday mass in January |
| 20.12.2011 | Sacrament of Reconciliation | Fr Soji will be available to hear confessions on Tuesday 20th December after 7.30pm mass |
| 20.12.2011 | Christmas Mass Times | Click on the link to the left to see out mass times over Christmas |
07.01.2024
Welcome
Welcome to Fr John who is the Celebrant at the Mass today
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17.03.2020
MASS CANCELLATIONS
Please note that mass on Tuesday 17th March and Thursday 19th March have been cancelled as Father Frank has had to enter a period of self-isolation due to illness in his family.
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03.11.2019
Rosary
Father Frank sends his thanks to everyone who has prayed the Rosary before and after the Masses in October - the month of the Holy Rosary. It is good to be reminded of the surpassing value of this powerful spiritual weapon - endorsed by the saints and by Our Blessed Lady herself in all her recent apparitions. May the month of the Holy Rosary inspire us to use this form of prayer with greater devotion and regularity
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03.06.2018
Flower List
The Flower list is in the process of being updated and if you would like to help and be part of it (your turn comes round once or twice a year), please get in touch with Pam Martin at church or phone 01676534916. Thank you
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09.07.2016
Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Welcome
On Saturday 9th July at 12 noon we welcome Archbishop Bernard to consecrate our church. The Rite of Consecration will involve the blessing of the church and altar with holy water and oil and the relic of St Margaret Mary will be sealed in the altar upon which incense will be burned. This is a very special celebration and an important moment in the history of our community. Please be seated by 11.45 am so we can be ready in good time before the Archbishop starts
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09.07.2016
Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Buffet Lunch
The Service will be followed by a free buffet lunch with wine/soft drinks & celebratory cake. 150 have been catered for incl. vegetarian options. Please join the celebrations
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09.07.2016
Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Parking
Please note there is no parking in the church car park due to the marquee so can you please park in our field. There will be signs showing directions.
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09.07.2016
Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Altar Servers
Can they please make sure they collect there Albs today after mass so they can be cleaned and also please attend a meeting at Church on Tuesday 5th July at 5:30pm
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08.07.2016
Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Instrumental Group Meeting/Set Up
Please can all members of the instrumental group meet at Church on Friday 8th July at 6pm for a quick music run through and set up.
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06.07.2016
Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Veneration of the relic of St Margaret Mary
There will be Veneration of the relic of St Margaret Mary after 7pm Mass this Wednesday 6th July.
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06.07.2016
Get Together
Next ‘get together’ is this Wednesday July 6th. Meet at BRG at 10.30 am, then on to Maureen Carroll's 14 Arden Close for coffee and cake
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05.07.2016
Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Meeting with the archbishop secretary
Can all those that have been allocated duties in the church on the day please attend the above meeting on Tuesday 5th July at 5.30pm
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03.07.2016
A Prayer for the Consecration of our Church
God our heavenly Father, make the door of our Church wide enough to receive all who need human love and a Father’s heavenly care, and narrow enough to shut out all envy, pride and lack of love; here may the tempted find help, the sorrowful receive comfort, the careless be awakened to repentance, and the penitent be assured of your mercy; and here may all your children renew their strength and go on their way in hope and joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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03.07.2016
Church Consecration - attendance
Saturday 9th July is fast approaching and we need to know how many parishioners will be attending this joyful celebration – both for seating arrangements and for catering. If you intend being with us, please enter your name and family numbers on the sheet in the narthex. Thank you
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03.07.2016
Church Consecration – Final Details and Arrangements: Wardens
Can the wardens that have agreed to help meet in the Parish Room after Mass today - John Perry, Dominic Green, Chris Burleigh, Godfrey Chesshire, Monica Green, Catherine Driffield, Charles Gibbs, Alan Devoy, Charles Green, Ciaran McSorley, Ken Green
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26.06.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedication for this week is: George E. Perry
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26.06.2016
Garden Party
The garden party raised £681.60 a big Thank you to Tracey and Anne
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26.06.2016
Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
Every last Thursday in the month there is an opportunity for those who are sick to partake of this sacrament. The practice of being anointed with oil as a powerful prayer for strengthening and healing dates back to the earliest Church. Scripture bears witness to this when it says: “Are there any who are sick among you? Let them send for the priests of the Church and let the priests pray over them, anointing them with oil in the name of the Lord; and the prayer of faith will save the sick persons, and the Lord will raise them up; and if they have committed any sins their sins will be forgiven them.
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26.06.2016
Prayer in the life of a Christian
The meditations after the Wednesday evening Mass will be drawn from the teaching of the Benedictine monk Cyprian Smith and will be concerned with our prayer life. All welcome
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26.06.2016
National Garden Scheme
Maggie and Chris Ellis at Firs Farm, Windmill Lane are one of eleven gardens open in aid of nursing and caring charities today, Sunday 26 June 11am to 6pm. Light refreshments available at three properties
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23.06.2016
PCC Meeting
Parish Council meeting at church this Thursday 23 June at 8pm. after Mass
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19.06.2016
Donation of Crosses and Candles for the Consecration
A Big Thank you to all the people who have donated the four crosses which will be wall mounted in the church as a sign of Consecration
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19.06.2016
Prayer in the life of a Christian
The meditations after the Wednesday evening Mass will be drawn from the teaching of the Benedictine monk Cyprian Smith and will be concerned with our prayer life. All welcome
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19.06.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedication for this week is: Ian Stewart
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18.06.2016
Afternoon Tea/Garden Party
There will be an afternoon Tea/Garden Party on Saturday 18th June at Patrick House, 86 Meeting House Lane, Balsall Common 2.00pm - 5.00pm. Organised by Tracey McAtamney and Anne O'Brien. All proceeds towards Consecration Fund. Further details to follow.
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15.06.2016
Maintenance Meeting
There will be a meeting of the Maintenance Committee on Wednesday 15 June at church following the 7pm Mass.
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12.06.2016
First Holy Communicants
Please keep in your prayers those children who will be making their First Holy Communion here next week, James & Chloe Holland, Grace Walkerdine, Caitlin Hunka and Brian Doherty
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12.06.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedications for this week are: The McLellan and Hume families
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12.06.2016
Thank you to Fr Mark
We are very grateful to him for covering the Masses whilst Fr Frank has been on holiday
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05.06.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedications for this week are: Nora Flynn and Frank Holden
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05.06.2016
Welcome
A warm welcome to Fr Mark who will preside at Mass today. We are very grateful to him for covering the Masses whilst Fr Frank has been on holiday
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01.06.2016
Get-together
Get-together this Wednesday 1st June. Meet at BRG at 10.30am for onward visit to Ann Crossley's garden at "Barnfield" Fen End Rd. for refreshments
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29.05.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedication for this week is Reece Abreu
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29.05.2016
Welcome!
A warm welcome to Fr Mark who will preside at Mass today
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29.05.2016
Eucharistic Service
Please note that there is a Eucharistic Service at 10am on Tuesday on the Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. There will be no First Friday Mass this month
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29.05.2016
Church Consecration
Saturday 9th July is fast approaching and we need to know how many parishioners will be attending this joyful celebration – both for seating arrangements and for catering. If you intend being with us, please enter your name and family numbers on the sheet in the narthex. Thank you
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29.05.2016
Consecration Cross and Candle
As part of the consecration service there are four crosses with candles to be wall mounted around the church. These are blessed by the Archbishop and lit as part of the service. Afterwards, they will be lit on special occasions throughout the year. If anyone would like to donate one of these in memory of a loved one, the cost of each cross and candle is £150. Please speak to Joe Martin
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22.05.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedication for this week is all students who are sitting exams around this time.
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22.05.2016
Kathryn Green’s Africa Raffle
A huge thank you to all those who supported Kathryn’s raffle in aid of her volunteering trip to South Africa this summer. The raffle has been a great fund-raiser and has raised over £1,000. It was drawn last Sunday at the Knowle fun run and the good news is that out of the 12 prizes, 5 were won by parishioners of Blessed Robert Grissold! Kathryn will be in the narthex after mass today to hand out the prizes to the lucky winners, and the full list of prize winners is also available
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22.05.2016
Choir Practice
A reminder to the choir that there is choir practice today, but none next week as Ian and Ellie are away. On 5th June we will be singing at the Leamington Catenian Circle President’s Mass at Our Lady of the Assumption Church
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17.05.2016
Funeral
Owen Walsh, father of Margaret Fitzgerald, has recently died. His funeral is at 11.00 am on 9th June at Holy Family Catholic Church, Coventry Road, Small Heath, Birmingham
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15.05.2016
Fr. Sebastian
Today we are delighted to welcome back Fr Sebastian who will be preaching at the Mass
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15.05.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedication for this week is Terry Brookes (RIP).
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15.05.2016
Thank You
A huge thank you to everyone in the parish who helped to make last Saturday’s Gala Concert such a success –the team who put such a lot of time and effort into planning and organising the event, everyone who helped to run the event on the day, and of course all of the wonderful singers and musicians, many of whom were from our own church. Thank you also to all of you who bought tickets and brought family and friends along to support the event. We raised over £1800, which is a fantastic boost to our Consecration Fund
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09.05.2016
Volunteer for Parish Evangelisation Warwick Deanery
We are holding our next meeting on Monday 9 May at 7.30pm in the upper Davenport Room, St. Peters Parish Centre, Dormer Place, Leamington Spa CV32 5AA. It is hoped that each Parish in the Deanery will be represented at the meeting
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08.05.2016
Sacrament of Confirmation
Next Sunday 8 May, we welcome the family and friends of Veronika who will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation.
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08.05.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedications for this week is for Bridget Brookes
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08.05.2016
Sacrament of Confirmation
We welcome Veronica, her Sponsor, family and friends as we gather with her to celebrate her Confirmation today.
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07.05.2016
Gala Evening of Music and Song
This special event takes place on Saturday 7th May at 7.30pm at Heart of England School. The evening will be hosted by comedian and broadcaster, Don Maclean, and features a variety of talented singers and musicians. Tickets are priced just £10, and will be on sale after mass on Sunday 10 April. All profits from the concert will go to the Consecration Fund
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07.05.2016
Volunteers needed!
Along with our host and performers, the gala concert will need a small army of helpers to make it happen. If you are prepared to be involved – backstage, front of house, helping to run the interval bar, or with any other of the multitude of tasks – please speak to Ian Clarke (iehclarke@btinternet.com) or Kathy Jones (bobkatjones@btinternet.com).
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06.05.2016
First Friday Mass
First Friday Mass 10.00am this Friday followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Devotion to the Divine Mercy - a time to reflect and be in the presence of the loving mercy of God
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04.05.2016
Get-together
Meet this Wednesday 4 May at 12 noon for light lunch of soup, dessert, tea & coffee. Come and join us
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04.05.2016
Churches Together Coffee Morning
Our church will be hosting the Coffee Morning on Saturday 4 June at the Jubilee Centre. Please let Judith or Louise know if you are able to help on the morning and with making cakes
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01.05.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedications for this week is for Bridget Brookes
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28.04.2016
Parish Council meeting
There will be a Parish Council meeting: on Thursday evening 28th April after Mass
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24.04.2016
Millennium Breakfast No.60
Our Breakfast on Sunday raised £156.10 and we thank everyone for your generosity. We also counted £75 from the Bottle so we are able to send £231.10 to Fr Ed. He will be delighted. Many of you will have read his letter to our Parish and you can see how he has helped to change the lives of many poor children and adults over the last 16 years. Fr Ed will be in England later this year and we hope he will be able to visit BRG.
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23.04.2016
Guttered!
We are looking for some help on Saturday 23th April for a hour to help clear the church gutters. Subject to the weather we will meet at church at 10:00am Thank you
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17.04.2016
Millennium Project
Our next Breakfast number 60 will be on April 17th. There will be the usual selection of warm croissants, toast, jam, orange juice and tea/coffee. Everyone is welcome and it is a chance to meet other parishioners and newcomers to our Church. We will be grateful for donations which will be sent to Fr Ed a Columban Priest who is working with the poor in Lima, Peru.
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17.04.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedications for this week are – Ashley Gibbs RIP
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17.04.2016
Kathryn Green is going to South Africa
Kathryn is going to South Africa for a month this July to teach in a rural school with a group of young volunteers. She is currently fundraising for her trip and has been awarded a bursary from the Catenian Association which will be presented to her at the end of Mass today by her Grandfather Brian Green (the Secretary of the Redditch Catenian Circle). Next week she will also be selling raffle tickets after mass to raise money. Any support you can give her would be much appreciated
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17.04.2016
Wanted
Secretary for the Warwick Deanery (including BRG) Vocations Promotion Group meetings, held monthly. Position unpaid, the previous Secretary retired after 10 years. Please respond to Mrs. Shirley Bell at shirleycaroline@hotmail.co.uk.
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12.04.2016
Consecration Liturgy Group
Our next meeting will be at church on Tuesday 12th April at 7.30pm after evening mass.
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10.04.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedications for this week is for Martyn Mitchell
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06.04.2016
Get-together
Get-together Wednesday 6 April. Meet at 10.30am in the parish room for coffee, tea and cakes. All welcome.
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03.04.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedications for this week are - Patrick & Winifred Ruane and Delia Murray
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03.04.2016
Message from Fr Frank
Thank you once again for your generous Easter offerings and for the way you contribute to the life of our worshipping community and so facilitating our mutual upbuilding in faith. I am taking my post-Easter break this week therefore there will not be the usual weekday Masses. There is, however, a Eucharistic Service on Tuesday at 10am
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03.04.2016
Lourdes HCPT GROUP 83
Lourdes HCPT GROUP 83: arrived home safely yesterday having had a wonderful week in Lourdes. Everyone in the Group remembered your kindness and generosity. They thank you for your prayers
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03.04.2016
Pet Portraits
Oil mixed media portraits of your pet, on 12” by 9” box canvas, only £40 (of which £30 will be donated to the Consecration Fund). For details call Val Timms on 01676 534636 or text on 07979 347128
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02.04.2016
Baptism
We pray for Charlie Thomas Guest, who will be baptised here at 11am on Saturday 2nd April, and for his parents, godparents, family and friends
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27.03.2016
Easter message from Father Frank
Read Father Frank's Easter message by clicking on the link to the left.
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27.03.2016
Easter 2016 newsletter now available
Read the special Easter 2016 newsletter here and learn about what has been happening in our parish since Christmas 2016 and the progress we are making towards the consecration of our church in July 2016.
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27.03.2016
Welcome!
We would like to welcome all of our guests and visitors to the parish
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27.03.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedications for this week are Patrick Flynn and Group 83
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27.03.2016
Message from Fr Frank
Thank you for the collection today, which is the customary Easter offering to your priest. I am grateful for the generosity of spirit, which is shown in so many ways in the life of the Parish
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27.03.2016
Consecration of the Church
This is a very special year in the life of our parish, as our church will be consecrated on 9th July by Archbishop Bernard Longley. Preparations are already underway, both for the consecration service itself, and for various fund-raising activities. Updates on our progress so far are published in our Easter newsletter – available today at the back of the church, and also online (along with our weekly Sunday bulletin) here on our website
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27.03.2016
Candle of Dedication
Our Candle of Dedication, next to the statue of the Sacred Heart, is lit anew each Sunday, and burns for the week (until the following Saturday) in remembrance of a loved one, or in thanksgiving for a special occasion. The dedication is included each week in our Sunday Bulletin. Your offering of £5 will go towards our Consecration Fund. You can request a dedication by completing the details on one of the special envelopes at the back of the church, placing your offering inside, and handing it to Anne Stewart or to one of the wardens
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27.03.2016
Group 83 – Lourdes Pilgrimage
Please remember Group 83 from HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust, along with Maureen and Louise, in your prayers this week during their annual pilgrimage to Lourdes. They will be praying for everyone in the parish while they are there
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26.03.2016
Easter Cards
A selection of Easter cards is on sale in the Narthex from this Sunday until Easter Sunday. All proceeds will go towards Group 83's Lourdes Fund
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26.03.2016
Group 83 – Lourdes Pilgrimage
Louise & Maureen, together with Group 83, leave for Lourdes very early next Saturday, 26th March, and return the following Saturday. During their week they will remember your kindness and generosity to them especially over the last 12 months. Please do remember them in your prayers. Louise & Maureen are happy to take your Petitions and will light a candle for you if you so wish (£5 is sufficient donation for a candle). Please may we have these by Holy Thursday at the very latest?
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24.03.2016
Eucharistic Ministers
All Eucharistic Ministers are encouraged to renew their commitment to their service at the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday. Please make every effort to attend
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24.03.2016
Holy Thursday
There will be Watching before the Blessed Sacrament after the Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday. As at the Eucharist, we have the opportunity to gather together in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, exposed for us on the Altar of Repose. If you can help to ensure continuous watching until midnight, please sign for a time slot on the list in the narthex
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22.03.2016
Church Consecration – Fundraising & Communication
The postponed meeting will take place this Tuesday, 22nd March commencing 7.30pm, at 8 Malvern Road, CV7 7DU. Apologies if anyone was not aware of the postponement
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20.03.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedications for this week are Susan Hall and Tom Murray
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20.03.2016
Second Collections
There will be a second collection today for donations to our Consecration Fund.
On Good Friday there will be a second collection for the Holy Places
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20.03.2016
Maintenance Committee
There will be a short meeting after mass today for the maintenance committee.
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13.03.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedication for this week is Val and Glenn Burgess
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13.03.2016
Holy Week
Next week marks the beginning of Holy Week - the most important week in the Church’s calendar. Holy Week begins with Palm Sunday. During Holy Week we celebrate the Easter Triduum, comprising the liturgies of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and the Easter Vigil (on Holy Saturday evening). These sacred liturgies shine forth as the high point of the Church’s year. The Paschal Triduum is at the heart of all that it means to be the Church and we owe it to ourselves as Christians to be present at these key moments in the life of the worshipping community, for the sacred mysteries, which we celebrate on these three days, are the axle on which the rest of the liturgical year turns
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13.03.2016
Parking
Once again we have had complaints about vehicles parking illegally and irresponsibly, partly on the road and partly on the pavement outside church. Last Sunday this caused several pram pushers to have to walk on the road. If there is insufficient space in our car park, please park the Lant Trust car park
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06.03.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedication for this week is John and Dorothy Perry
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06.03.2016
Second Collection
There is a second collection today for Cathedral Maintenance. Our monthly second collection for our Consecration fund will be postponed until later in March
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06.03.2016
Lenten Activities
In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there is a Lent course through Lent. We meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there is a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction
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06.03.2016
Help needed
Today after mass we will be clearing the kitchen ready for work to commence tomorrow. Please come and help if you can. Thank you
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06.03.2016
Kitchen Update
Refurbishment of the kitchen will commence tomorrow, Monday 7th March, and will take approximately 2 weeks. During this time the kitchen will be out of commission. Please be aware of work going on, and take care when entering and leaving the church on weekdays during this period
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06.03.2016
Women’s World Day of Prayer
Thank you to all who attended and helped out with the Churches Together service at our church on 4th March
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05.03.2016
NOVENA OF PRAYER FOR THE CANONISATION OF
BLESSED DOMINIC BARBERI
There is a NOVENA OF PRAYER FOR THE CANONISATION OF BLESSED DOMINIC BARBERI
between FRIDAY 26 FEBRUARY TO SATURDAY 5 MARCH 2016
Please make the following Prayer each day:
O God, who so lovingly raised Blessed Dominic to the heights of holiness, learning and apostolic zeal
and made him a powerful minister of your mercy,
listen to our humble request.
We pray that you will in your goodness, grant a miracle through the intercession of Blessed Dominic,
so that the Church may further honour him on earth
and that many more people will come to know and invoke the help of this faithful servant of the Church.
We ask this through Christ Our Lord Amen.
Mary, Mother of Mercy: pray for us.
Blessed Dominic Barberi: Pray for us.
Blessed John Henry Newman: Pray for us
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04.03.2016
First Friday Mass
This Friday, 4th March at 10.00 am - Mass of the Sacred Heart followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Devotion to the Divine Mercy and Benediction
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04.03.2016
Women’s World Day of Prayer
The Women’s World Day of Prayer service is being held in our church this Friday, 4th March, with a “Cuban welcome” at 7pm followed by the service at 7.30pm. All are welcome – men, women and children
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02.03.2016
Get-together
This Wednesday, 2nd March. Meet at church at 11.45 am for a trip to The Tipperary Inn for lunch. All are welcome
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28.02.2016
Baptism
Larysa Stefka Eileen Mills will be baptised in our church next Sunday at 11am.
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28.02.2016
Candle of Dedication
The dedication for this week is Herbert Bridge
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28.02.2016
Baptism
We welcome the parents, Godparents and friends of Larysa Stefka Eileen Mills. We keep them in our prayers as Larysa is to be baptised here after Mass today
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28.02.2016
Lenten Activities
In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there is a Lent course through Lent. We meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there is a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction
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28.02.2016
Help Wanted
Could you help with the counting of the Sunday collection, once every seven to eight weeks? You would work with a partner and it usually only takes 20 minutes to complete. If you are interested, please speak to Ciaran McSorley (07721 844828) or give your name and contact number to one of the wardens on Sunday. Thank you
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28.02.2016
Bacon Butty Breakfast
Thank you to everyone who supported the bacon breakfast last Sunday. We raised £115 towards the consecration fund. A special thank you to Terry, Dominic and John for doing the cooking
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28.02.2016
CCRS
The Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies provides general theological knowledge and a better understanding of the Catholic faith. For further details visit www.brs-ccrs.org.uk or call 0207 901 1900
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28.02.2016
Pet Portraits
Oil mixed media portraits of your pet, on 12” by 9” box canvas, only £40 (of which £30 will be donated to the Consecration Fund). For details call Val Timms on 01676 534636 or text on 07979 347128
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21.02.2016
Bacon Butty Breakfast
Next Sunday, 21st February, after mass. This is being organised by the men of the parish, and all proceeds will go to our consecration fund. The suggested donation for a butty is £1.50
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21.02.2016
Candle of Dedication
For recent weeks the dedications were as follows (with apologies for incorrect information in previous bulletins):
Week commencing 7th February – Mary Cotton.
Week commencing 14th February – Martin and Kate Moylan.
The dedication for this week is John Cawley
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21.02.2016
Bacon Butty Breakfast
Today after mass the men of the parish are providing a bacon butty breakfast, with all proceeds to go to our consecration fund. The suggested minimum donation for a breakfast is £1.50
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21.02.2016
Lenten Activities
In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there will be a Lent course through Lent. We will meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings beginning 17th February. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there will be a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction
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21.02.2016
Walk with Me
Walk with Me is a prayer and scripture journey for the season of Lent. The booklets are now available in the Narthex for £1 each. The Walk with me Lent calendar for children is also available
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21.02.2016
Early Days of the Church
If you have any memories of how the church and grounds looked just after it opened, particularly looking at the front (photos would be great) could you please contact Ian Lester on avertin01@hotmail.co.uk
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17.02.2016
Lent course
In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there will be a Lent course through Lent. We will meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings beginning 17th February. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there will be a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction
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14.02.2016
Candle of Dedication
For the week commencing today the dedication is for John Cawley
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14.02.2016
Walk with Me
Walk with Me is a prayer and scripture journey for the season of Lent. The booklets are now available in the Narthex for £1 each. The Walk with me Lent calendar for children is also available
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07.02.2016
Candle of Dedication
For the week commencing today the dedication is for Martin and Kate Moylan
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07.02.2016
Junior Choir
If you are aged 6 upwards and enjoy singing then why not come and join our Junior Choir? We practice every Sunday after mass until 11am, starting from today. If you want to know more, come and join in, or speak to Hannah, Kathryn or Katie
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07.02.2016
Dates for your Diary
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 10th. There will be a Mass, with the Imposition of Ashes at 7.30pm. In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there will be a Lent course through Lent. We will meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings beginning 17th February. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there will be a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction
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07.02.2016
Message of thanks
Beryl Williams’ daughter Elizabeth would like to thank all parishioners who knew her mother for the kindness and sympathy shown to her and her family on the day of Beryl's funeral, and also for your Mass Cards. It all helped to make the day most memorable for all the family. Elizabeth and her family went home feeling very proud of their Mum
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03.02.2016
Get-together
Get-together this week Wednesday 3rd February. Meet at 12noon in the parish room for soup, rolls and dessert. All are very welcome
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31.01.2016
Candle of Dedication
For the week commencing today the dedication is for Mary Chesshire
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31.01.2016
Junior Choir
If you are aged 6 upwards and enjoy singing then why not come and join our Junior Choir? We practice every Sunday after mass until 11am, starting from today. If you want to know more, come and join in, or speak to Hannah, Kathryn or Katie
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31.01.2016
The Eucharist in the Year of Mercy
On Wednesday evenings after Mass, until Lent, there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament accompanied by meditation, reflection and instruction on the Sacrament of the Eucharist. This is an opportunity for us to deepen our knowledge, understanding and love of the sacrament which is fundamental to the Church and her mission - fundamental, therefore, to our lives as Christians and, in this Year of Mercy, to our making known the loving mercy of God in the world. All are welcome.
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31.01.2016
Dates for your Diary
Lent begins with Ash Wednesday on February 10th. There will be a Mass, with the Imposition of Ashes at 7.30pm. In order to help us to prepare prayerfully for Easter there will be a Lent course through Lent. We will meet after the 7.00pm Mass on Wednesday evenings beginning 17th February. All are welcome. The course is open and accessible to all, wherever you are on your Christian journey. We begin with coffee at 7.30pm and finish around 8.45pm. Also during Lent, there will be a Mass at 10.00am on Thursdays followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and meditations on the spiritual life, finishing at 11.00am with Benediction
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31.01.2016
Consecration Plans
As you know, our church is to be consecrated by the Archbishop on 9th July this year. There is a lot of work to be done to prepare for this special occasion, and four teams of parishioners have already started planning for three key areas: Maintenance, Communication and Fundraising, and Pastoral and Liturgical arrangements, and post-consecration celebrations. There will be plenty of jobs both large and small as we get closer to the date, so everyone will have an opportunity to get involved. The first of our big fundraising events is a Gala Concert on 7th May, with music from various special guests, and Don Maclean as compere – put the date in your diary, and tell your friends!
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24.01.2016
Beryl Williams RIP
Beryl, who died last Sunday, was a Founder Member of our parish. She had lived most of her life in Balsall Common. In 2005 she moved to Croes-goch, Haverfordwest to be near her daughter Elizabeth and her family. She made the Collarets that are worn by The Eucharistic Ministers – a lasting memory of her. She is being brought back to Balsall Common to be buried with her husband and her son Nigel who died when only a few days old. She will be brought into our church tomorrow evening at 6.00pm.Her Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday at 2.00pm. Her burial will follow at Temple Balsall
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24.01.2016
Our Congratulations to James Driffield
Our Congratulations to James Driffield on making his confirmation last Sunday at St George & St Teresa
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21.01.2016
Consecration
There will be a meeting of the Communication & Fundraising Group at 8 Malvern Road, CV7 7DU, this Thursday evening 21st January at 7.30pm. Please make every effort to attend. Thank you.
We have been given a Hamper by one of our parishioners to raffle after Mass today in aid of the Consecration fund. Tickets are on sale at £1.00 for a strip
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19.01.2016
Maintenance Committee
There is a meeting on Tuesday 19th January at 7:30pm in 12 Priors Close
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17.01.2016
Candle of Dedication
For the week commencing today there are no dedications
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17.01.2016
Father Hudsons Care
We have received a letter from Andy Quinn, Chief Executive, from which the following is a quotation. ‘I am writing to say a huge thank you for your support again this year with our Christmas present collection. We are so grateful for everything you do for the children and families we help. Our special thanks go to Maureen Carroll who works so hard along with other parishioners to ensure the people we work with will have a gift to open. For so many of our families, the presents donated through Father Hudson’s will be the only presents their children receive. The complete letter is on the notice board. PS – we gave them 43 gifts, in addition to the 20 other gifts which our young people distributed around the parish. Thank you all for your support
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17.01.2016
The Eucharist in the Year of Mercy
On Wednesday evenings after Mass, until Lent, there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament accompanied by meditation, reflection and instruction on the Sacrament of the Eucharist. This is an opportunity for us to deepen our knowledge, understanding and love of the sacrament which is fundamental to the Church and her mission - fundamental, therefore, to our lives as Christians and, in this Year of Mercy, to our making known the loving mercy of God in the world. All are welcome.
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10.01.2016
Candle of Dedication
For the week commencing today Jack Brookes and Family will be remembered
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10.01.2016
100 Club
Many thanks for your continued support of this fundraising activity. For those members without a standing order, subscriptions for 2016 are now due. Chris and John will be available after Mass for the next few weeks to receive your subscriptions. New members are always welcome. The cost is £15 for a year, and quarterly prizes are £75, £45, and £30.
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10.01.2016
Christmas Raffle
The first prize is still unclaimed for ticket number 000346 in the name of Lawson or Lowson. If known please speak with Dominic Green
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03.01.2016
Candle of Dedication
As from Sunday, 3rd January a candle will be lit beside the statue of the Sacred Heart. It will burn for a week as a sign of remembrance for a loved one, or as a thank you, for a special occasion in the family. The person we are praying for will be named in the bulletin. A diary to book the week you choose will be available at the back of the church. Your offering of £5 will go to the funding of the Consecration of the church. This is being coordinated by Anne Stewart, who you can see after Mass.
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03.01.2016
Candle of Dedication
For the week commencing 3rd January Baby Clara will be remembered
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03.01.2016
Get-together
We are meeting this Wednesday, January 6th at 10.30am in the parish room for tea and coffee and probably Xmas leftovers!
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01.01.2016
The Year of Mercy
Please note that our regular First Friday Mass begins on the most auspicious Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God on 1st January. Mass on the First Friday, during the Year of Mercy, will be followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Devotion to the Divine Mercy. Instruction will be given on Friday 1st January on how to pray the Devotion to the Divine Mercy. The Devotion is prayed using the beads of the Rosary. All welcome.
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27.12.2015
Christmas Raffle
The raffle raised a magnificent £1,124. Grateful thanks to the Dominic Green family for their sterling efforts and to all who bought and/or sold tickets
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25.12.2015
Father Frank's Christmas message
Click on the link to read the Christmas message from our priest Father Frank Smith
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25.12.2015
New Christmas Newsletter
Our latest Christmas newsletter has been published. You can read it here
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20.12.2015
Carol Service
Come and join us for our Carol Service at 6pm on Sunday 20th December. The service contains traditional readings, pieces by the choir, and carols for everyone to sing, and will be followed by mince pies and mulled wine in the parish room. Everyone welcome!
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20.12.2015
Church Consecration – Fundraising
There will be three major fundraising activities in order to raise necessary funds for the consecration. There will be a Concert, a Black & White Dinner Party, and a Garden Party. A meeting will be held shortly after Christmas in order to start preparing for these events. Please watch the bulletin for further information.
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20.12.2015
Christmas Giving Tree
42 Children's Gifts were taken last Monday to Father Hudson's Care (Father Hudson’s Society) in Coleshill. The most we've ever had. Well done! They were very well received and accepted. The staff who deals with them were really most appreciated of your kindness. The other gifts will be taken up to the altar during our Carol Service this evening and distributed by our young people together with their parents in some cases during the coming week. Many Thanks
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06.12.2015
Advent
Advent is a penitential season in preparation for the celebration of our Lord’s birth. During Advent there will be a Mass each Wednesday at 7.00pm, followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. This will be a time for silent prayer and Meditation on readings appropriate to the season and will be followed by an opportunity for Confession from 8.00pm
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05.12.2015
Coffee Together
All are invited to join us next Saturday 5th December for a special extended Coffee Together at the Jubilee Centre, Station Road (next to new Tesco Express) As it is the Christmas season all coffee, tea, soft drinks, cakes and mince pies will be free and there will be an opportunity to sing some Christmas carols. All welcome from 10 30 am – 12 30. Children can collect their Messy Sheep entry forms at the Coffee Morning. Do come and join us – it is sure to be a great start to the Christmas season. As Blessed Robert Grissold are hosting this event it would be good to have some volunteers. Please speak with Louise or Judith. Thank you
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02.12.2015
Get Together
Please join us for coffee and cake this Wednesday morning at 10.30am in the Parish Room
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29.11.2015
Masses for the Holy Souls
Throughout the month of November Masses will be offered for the Holy Souls of our loved ones who we have named and presented before the altar. Please see the Bulletin for dates and times of these Masses. Please note that the Mass on Tuesday is at 9 30 to allow Fr Frank to attend the monthly Deanery Meeting.
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29.11.2015
Christmas Goodies
On 29th November there will be a sale of pickled onions, chutneys, mince pies and other goodies, proceeds going towards church funds
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29.11.2015
Advent
Next Sunday we begin the Season of Advent together. Advent is a penitential season in preparation for the celebration of our Lord’s birth. During Advent there will be a Mass each Wednesday at 7.00pm, followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. This will be a time for silent prayer and Meditation on readings appropriate to the season and will be followed by an opportunity for Confession from 8.00pm
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29.11.2015
H.C.P.T. Group 83
Christmas Cards and Advent Calendars are now on sale
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29.11.2015
Charity Event
Thank you to those who supported the Charity event held in the Church Hall on Saturday. The event was well attended and will have raised much needed funds for Save the Children and Imba House. The total amount raised will be advised in due course. Particular thanks to Louise and John Perry for their help and to those parishioners who supported it". Julia Greensall
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26.11.2015
Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
Our monthly celebration of these sacraments together will take place, as usual, on the last Thursday of the month – 26th November at 6.00pm
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22.11.2015
Christmas Giving Tree
This will be in The Narthex next Sunday, decorated by our young people. You are invited to take one of the Gift Tags – they will depict a gift for a Couple, an Elderly Lady or Gentleman or a Child of various ages. Please return the gift tag with your gift as soon as possible. The children's gifts will all go to Father Hudson's Society at Coleshill where they will be distributed to Children in Foster Homes, Poor Homes or Immigrant Families. If you would like your Gift to go to Children of Immigrant Families, please indicate this on the tag. These gifts must be under Our Tree by Sunday 13th December. They will then be taken to Father Hudson's Society the following day for distribution in time for Christmas. The other Gifts will be taken by our young people to various households in the parish before Christmas
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22.11.2015
Advent Reading
There will be 2 booklets for sale today and on the following Sundays. They are Walk with Me and a Pilgrimage Companion for The Year of Mercy 2015--2016. Both are £1 each
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22.11.2015
Millennium Project
Our breakfast (No 59) raised £160 and this amount will have a spending value of about £8,000 in Peru. Father Ed O’Connell will be delighted and the money will go to help the poor people in the shanty towns of Lima. A big thank you to everyone in the parish for your continued generosity and support, and also to the two families who put away the chairs and tables, as well as cleaning the carpet afterwards.
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21.11.2015
Charities
A Charity Event is being held on Saturday, 21st November - from 2pm to 5pm - in the Parish Room. The event is in aid of Save the Children and Imba House - a charity which supports children with special needs in Zimbabwe. Tickets are £5 each (children free). Price includes a hot drink and cake or cookie of your choice! There will be handmade jewellery, homemade items, cards and beauty products on sale - and a raffle! For tickets, please see Louise Perry or contact Julia Greensall on 01676 530285
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19.11.2015
Church Consecration
Many thanks to everyone who attended the recent meeting on preparing for the consecration of our church in July 2016. We had a good meeting and many suggestions were made of activities and work that could take place to ready the church building, our parish and the wider community for this special event. The next stage will take place at a second parish meeting on Thursday 19th November at 7.30pm. At this meeting we will decide which of these activities we will take forward and set up teams to ensure they happen. This is an important step on our journey as it also will enable us to determine how much money we will need to raise to fund what we decide to do. Please make every effort to attend and if you missed the first meeting, it’s not too late to get involved! If you would like more information, please see Ian Clarke, Joe Martin, Father Frank or Louise Perry for more details.
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15.11.2015
Millennium Breakfast
Our 59th Breakfast will be on Sunday November 15th after Mass. There will be the usual menu of orange juice, warm croissants, toast & butter, jam, tea/coffee all for a donation of £2. Everyone is welcome so please come and join us. This is a chance to meet friends and get to know new parishioners. The money given will be sent to Fr Ed O'Connell, a Columban Father who is working with the poor people of Peru in San Benito Lima.
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09.11.2015
Nostra Aetate - The Relation of the Church to Non-Christian Religions
This is to be held on 9th November 2015 at 1.30pm at Grimshaw Room, St Chads. Register by email at billozone@bueyonder.co.uk
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08.11.2015
Please pray for James and Hugo
Please pray for James and Hugo as they prepare for Baptism. Let us also keep in our prayers their parents and Godparents.
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08.11.2015
Parking
We have had several complaints recently regarding offsite parking during mass. Vehicles have been parked on the grass verge which causing damage to the verge and also on the pavement, requiring pedestrians to walk on the road. In order to prevent this from happening the Sports Association has agreed that, should there be insufficient room in our car park, then vehicles may park in the Association’s car park over the road.
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21.10.2015
Talks and discussion on the “Joy of the Gospel
The talks and discussions begin this week. Please read pages 7-15 in preparation. You can obtain a copy of the book from Joe Martin. We will meet on Wednesday each week at 7.30 p.m. after a 7.00p.m. Mass. The meetings will begin on Wednesday 21st October at 7.30 p.m. and will run for five weeks. You will need to prepare by reading a chapter each week. Please feel free to bring along those who may be interested in exploring the teaching of the Gospels. All are welcome.
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21.10.2015
Adults wishing to be received in to the Church or seeking Confirmation
Please contact Fr Frank and endeavour, if you are able, to attend the series of talks beginning on Wednesday 21st October.
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18.10.2015
Bacon Roll Breakfast and 60th Birthday Celebration
The bacon roll breakfast will be held next Sunday 18th October after Mass. We do hope you will join us. The usual donations apply towards Parish Funds. As an extra we will also be celebrating Fr Frank’s 60th birthday with birthday cake so please stay around to wish him a happy birthday.
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18.10.2015
Fr Frank’s Day Off
To accommodate the talks and discussions on Wednesday Fr Frank has changed his day off to a Monday beginning this week. The Wednesday Mass will replace the Monday Mass
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18.10.2015
Parish Quiz
Thank you to everyone who participated in any way at this popular event. A total of £427.20 was raised for parish funds
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18.10.2015
Children’s Liturgy
We are looking for more volunteers. Requirements for safeguarding are two parish checked people. Please see the notice board.
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17.10.2015
11th Birmingham Diocesan Justice and Peace Assembly
This is to be held on Saturday 17th October 2015 at St Peter’s Catholic School, Whitefields Rd, Solihull, B91 3NZ. Email: jenkins57@btinternet.com for more information.
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16.10.2015
One World Week
As part of Churches Together, our church will be hosting the One World Week supper on Friday 16 October 7pm for 7.30pm. Cost of £12 includes an Indian buffet meal provided by the Bengal Brasserie (bring your own drinks) and a talk from Imam Jahangir Miah, Chaplain at Swinfen YOI and HMP. See John & Louise for tickets, further information on noticeboard.
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14.10.2015
H.C.P.T. Group 83 Annual Coffee Evening
Ann Marie, The Group Leader & the helpers look forward to seeing you all next Wednesday October 14th. The Evening begins at 7.30pm. Admission is 50p which includes refreshments. There will be the usual stalls of Fancy Gifts, christmas cards, advent calendars, cakes, preserves, tombola and a room raffle. There will be no raffle with printed tickets. Gifts for all stalls will be much appreciated. All proceeds will help to pay the expenses of the youngsters who will be going to Lourdes next Easter with Group 83
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10.10.2015
Parish Quiz
Our annual parish quiz will be held on Saturday 10th October. More details to follow.
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04.10.2015
Talks and discussion on the “Joy Of the Gospel”
Pope Francis, in his document Evangelli Guadium - The Joy of the Gospel, encourages all the Christian faithful “to embark upon a new chapter of evangelisation” marked by the joy of the Gospel. In response to the Pope’s encouragement Father Frank is running a series of meetings to provide us with an opportunity to read, reflect on and discuss the material in the document in the hope that this will help us to grow in our love and understanding of the Good News and in our desire to bring the joy of the Gospel to others. It will be held on Wednesday each week at 7.30 p.m. after a 7.00p.m. Mass, beginning on Wednesday 21st October and will run for five weeks. To acquire a copy of the “The Joy of the Gospel” (Cost £5) please sign the sheet at the back of Church. Please feel free to bring along those who may be interested in exploring the teaching of the Gospels. All welcome
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26.09.2015
An Afternoon of Prayer and Reflection for Dementia Awareness
An afternoon of prayer and reflection for Dementia awareness will be held on Saturday 26th Sept 2015 2.00pm-6.00pm, with Speaker Rt Rev David Gough. Venue: St Augustine’s Church, Herbert Road, Solihull, B91 3TG - see poster in hall for further details.
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20.09.2015
Ruby Wedding Anniversary
John and Louise Perry are celebrating 40 years of marriage. Please join them after Mass next Sunday, 20th Sept for tea and coffee and home made cake.
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19.09.2015
Balsall Common Festival
For our parish stall this year, we will be running a bottle tombola in aid of church funds. We are asking over the next few months all Parishioners to support us by bringing bottles to the church. We need at least 300 as we ran out very early last year. Any kind of bottle will do, from champagne to HP sauce! Thank you for your support
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13.09.2015
Parish Fun Day and Barbecue
Thank you to everyone who helped out with and attended the Parish fun day and barbecue last Sunday. It was a great success with lots of fun and food had by all. We were also blessed with some fabulous weather!
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13.09.2015
80th Birthday
Congratulations from the Parish to Shirley Thomas on her 80th birthday yesterday.
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13.09.2015
90th Birthday
Congratulations from the Parish to Maura Green on her 90th birthday today. There will be some light refreshments after Mass today to celebrate, all welcome.
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26.07.2015
Farewell Margaret!
Margaret Collins is leaving us for pastures new. A very big “Thank You” to her for all her support and hard work over the years. We wish Margaret all the very best.
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19.07.2015
Weekday Masses and Emergencies
There will be no masses as Fr. Frank is on holiday at the moment. In an emergency, in his absence during the Summer, please contact Joe Martin on 01676 534916 or 07867 971299 who will put you in touch with a priest.
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19.07.2015
Celebration of the feast of Blessed Robert Grissold
Today we give thanks to for our patron Blessed Robert Grissold who was faithful to God, and to those whom he served, even to death. He accompanied the priest St John Sugar who travelled around Warwickshire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire ministering to the poorer Catholics at the time of great persecution. They were both arrested one day after returning from Mass. The Mass was outlawed at this time. They were both martyred for their faith. Blessed Robert, pray for us. As part of our celebration we would like to invite everyone to a cup of coffee or tea and piece of cake after Mass. We do hope you can join us.
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17.07.2015
Mass for Fr Gerry McArdle
A Diocesan Mass for the late Fr. Gerry McArdle will be celebrated at St Joseph’s Church, Thimblemill Lane, Nechells B7 5HT on Friday 17 July 2015 at 7.00pm followed by a reception in St Joseph’s School Hall. All welcome
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12.07.2015
Weekday Masses
This week there will be masses at 10am on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after Mass on Thursday until 11 am
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12.07.2015
Millennium Breakfast
Many thanks to everyone who came to the Breakfast last Sunday or gave a donation. Your generosity to help the poor people of Lima was much appreciated and we raised £155. We also counted £45 from the Bottle and so Fr. Ed will soon be receiving £200 from our Parishioners. Thank you to everyone who helped in the kitchen and to clear up
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07.07.2015
Parish Council Meeting
Next meeting is Tuesday 7 July after the 7:00 pm Mass. All welcome
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05.07.2015
Millennium Breakfast 58
This Sunday is our 58th Millenium Breakfast. There will be the usual delights of warm croissants, toast & jam, orange juice, tea and coffee. Everyone welcome
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28.06.2015
Race for Life
Tracey McAtamney and friends/family are taking part in a 10K race on 28 June to raise money for Cancer Research. To raise sponsorship she will be holding a ‘Pimms & Cake afternoon’ at home, 86 Meeting House Lane, on Saturday 6 June 12.00 to 4pm. All proceeds will go to Cancer Research Race for Life. Please see the poster on the notice board for more details
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28.06.2015
Eucharistic Ministers
As we did not renew our Commitment on Holy Thursday, Father Frank has arranged for us to do so next Sunday 28 June during Mass. If you are not going to be there and have not told Father Frank, please let Maureen know today or during the coming week. Another date will be arranged for those who cannot make next Sunday
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28.06.2015
Baptism
Adam McDermott is to be baptised in Church today after the 9.30 am Mass. We pray for his parents, godparents, family and friends on this special occasion
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28.06.2015
Eucharistic Ministers
We pray for John McLellan who will be enroled as a Eucharistic Minister today and for all our Eucharistic Ministers who are renewing their commitment with him today
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28.06.2015
Cake Sale
A very big thank you to those of kindly donated cakes, marmalade and jams for last Sunday’s cake sale. All cakes sold out and we raised £229. The raffle also raised £16 (the Winner was Charles Keane) making a grand total of £245 which included donations. A wonderful result! A special thank you to James Green who made the cake for the raffle and also sold the tickets with his sister Emily. A big thank you also to Maureen and Judith for organising this
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21.06.2015
Annual Parish Cake Sale
Our annual Parish Cake Sale will take place after Mass on Sunday 21 June. Judith Gibbs & Maureen Carroll will be asking for contributions of homemade cakes (preferably) nearer the day
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21.06.2015
Father Mark Van Beeumen
Today we welcome Father. Mark Van Beeumen to Blessed Robert Grissold. Father Mark is a member of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart
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13.06.2015
Hear our Voices: Family, Theology and Synod
On 13th June Newman University is organising a day to consider the issues surrounding the forthcoming Synod on the “Family” in Rome.Cost £10.00. Booking and enquiries: Phone Lee Lawrence 0121 476 1181 ext 2405
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07.06.2015
Confirmation
Bishop Kenny will be presiding at the Mass and Confirmation here at Blessed Robert Grissold on Sunday 7th June at 9.30am. I hope as many of us as possible will be here to celebrate this event. Please keep Daniel and Jacob, our Confirmation candidates, in your prayers
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07.06.2015
Peter’s Pence
Archbishop Bernard would like to convey the thanks of the Holy Father to the people of the Archdiocese for their generous contribution to Peter’s Pence
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07.06.2015
Knowle Fun Run - Congratulations to Hannah McDermott!
Hannah McDermott completed the fun run! She raised a massive £90! A huge thank you to all the parishioners that made a donation!!
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03.06.2015
Get Together
We meet this Wednesday 3 June at church 10.30am for coffee and cakes. Visitors welcome to join us.
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28.05.2015
Healing Mass
On Thursday 28th May at 6.00 pm there will be Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. All are welcome
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24.05.2015
Additional Masses
Please note that there will be additional weekday masses. This week there will be masses at 10am on Monday, Tuesday and 6pm on Thursday
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24.05.2015
Last Thursday in the month
There will be a Mass with the Sacrament for the Anointing for the Sick this Thursday 28th May at 6.00pm. The Sacrament of Anointing supports the sick in their struggle against illness and continues Christ’s work of healing. All are welcome to attend
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24.05.2015
Baptism
We pray for Asher Diego Mathias who will be baptised here today after Mass and we ask God to bless and guide his parents and godparents as they seek to be faithful to the promises they will be making
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17.05.2015
Hannah McDermot is competing in the Knowle Fun run. Sponsorship appreciated!
Hannah McDermot is running for charity in the Knowle Fun Run for her school on 17th May and would really appreciate your support! You can download, print off and complete a sponsorship form by clicking on the link to the left (preferred option) or copy the following url into your browser and donate online. More information from her mum Rachel McDermot. Let's show some support for this young lady! https://mydonate.bt.com/fundraisers/runforgandt2015
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17.05.2015
Additional Masses
Please note that starting from this week, there will be additional weekday masses. This week there will be masses at 10am on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. After mass on Thursday there will be Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament until 11am
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17.05.2015
Dates for your Diary
We have several social and fund-raising events planned for later this year – please make a note of these dates.
- 21 June – Cake sale after mass
- 6 September – Family Fun Day and Barbecue
- 19 September – Balsall Common Festival – Bottle Tombola
- 10 October – Parish Quiz
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09.05.2015
Parish Meal
The parish dinner at Haigs on 9th May was enjoyed by all who attended. We raised £192 for parish funds; thank you to all who supported the event, and a special thank you to Margaret Collins for organising it.
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07.05.2015
General Election 2015
The Bishops have written a joint letter to all Catholics in England and Wales encouraging us to participate and vote in the election and offering some key issues and question for reflection on where the candidates stand. Copies are available from church; the letter can also be obtained, with other information, from the Bishops’ Conference website www.catholicnews.org.uk. Please read the letter and encourage others to do the same
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30.04.2015
Times of Easter Masses
Times for our masses over the Eater period can be founf by clicking on the link to the left or by clicking in Mass times in the menu above.
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05.04.2015
Bacon Butty Breakfast
The bacon butty breakfast after mass on 22nd March raised £131.67 for parish funds – many thanks to all who helped, and to everyone who supported this event.
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05.04.2015
Father Frank's Easter Message
Click on the link to the left to read Father Frank's Easter message
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05.04.2015
Easter 2015 Newsletter
Click on the link to download our new Easter Newsletter for 2015. Please note you will need Adobe Reader to open the newsletter.
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02.04.2015
Lourdes
Maureen and Louise will be going to Lourdes this Easter as part of HCPT Group 83. Both are happy to take you petitions and light candles for you – please let them know by Thursday 2nd April.
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29.03.2015
Lost Property
In order to tidy the church and make more room, there will be an amnesty on Sunday 29th March when any previously lent or lost items can be reclaimed. After this any unclaimed items will be disposed of to a better home
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26.03.2015
Lent Course
After 7:30 pm Mass every Thursday in Lent. In preparation for the Easter Triduum, the Lent course is designed to help us to go deeper into our appreciation and love of the sacred mysteries which we celebrate in the Eucharist. For the final session we will see how Western art can help us to reflect on the faith. It is suitable for all who are interested - no special knowledge is required. Come and enjoy prayerful reflection, discussion, fellowship and a cup of tea. All welcome
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26.03.2015
Evening of Recollection for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
This will be held on Thursday 26th March 2015 from 7pm to 9.30 pm at the Maryvale Institute and will be led by Fr Edward Clare. Cost is £5.00. Please contact Maureen Carroll if you are interested in attending.
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24.03.2015
Penitential Service
As part of our Lenten preparation for the Easter Triduum there will be a Penitential Service on Tuesday 24th March at 7.30pm followed by exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and an opportunity for personal Confession.
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22.03.2015
Bacon Breakfast
Please join us today after mass, in aid of parish funds. Everyone is welcome!
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22.03.2015
A chance to have your say
The Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales have invited the laity to respond to issues raised by the Synod on Marriage and Family Life. If you are interested in participating, please see Fr Frank
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15.03.2015
Confessions
Fr Frank is available to hear Confession before the Sunday morning Mass (9am - 9.15am).
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01.03.2015
Friends of the Holy Land
After Mass next Sunday Peter Rand, Vice Chairman of the charity which many of us support, will be updating us on the work being undertaken in the Holy Land. There will be a retiring collection in aid of Friends of the Holy Land. This is the presentation postponed from 15th February
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27.02.2015
CAFOD Lent Fast Day
Storms, droughts and floods are having a devastating impact on our poorest brothers and sisters around the world right now. CAFOD works with local expert organisations to ensure affected people are not only able to survive, but to thrive. Fast Days are our opportunity to support that vital work. Please collect your Fast Day envelope from church this week; our second collection for the Lent Fast Day will be on Sunday 8th March. Good news: the UK Government has promised to match every pound and penny you give this Lent, up to the value of £5m. Thank you for your generosity and your compassion.
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26.02.2015
Lent Course
After 7:30 pm Mass every Thursday in Lent, beginning on Thursday 26th February.
In preparation for the Easter Triduum, the Lent course is designed to help us to go deeper into our appreciation of the sacred mysteries which we celebrate in the Eucharist. It is suitable for all who are interested - no special knowledge is required. Why not make attendance a Lenten discipline? Come and enjoy prayerful reflection, discussion, fellowship and a cup of tea.
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22.02.2015
Refurbished acolyte candles
Our acolyte candle sticks have just been returned after been refurbished and are being used today at Mass. A special thank you to the parishioners who generously paid for this work to be done and bought the new candles to go in them.
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22.02.2015
Parish Boundaries
For some time the Parish Priests of Our Lady of the Wayside, St. George and St. Teresa and St. Augustine have been considering making some changes to Parish Boundaries to run along the lines of the M42 and M40. These pastoral changes are fairly minor, except for the part of Hockley Heath, currently in Our Lady of the Wayside, which will go into the Parish of St. George and St. Teresa, as it is closer to Dorridge. The new arrangements will impact on school catchment areas and should make the admission procedures simpler in the long run. From the point of view of school admissions, Blessed Robert Grissold is part of the St George and St Teresa catchment area. The new arrangement will impact on school admissions from 1st September 2016. The Parish Boundaries have been approved by the Archdiocese and come into effect now.
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18.02.2015
Ash Wednesday
Mass with Imposition of Ashes at 7.30pm on Wednesday 18th February
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15.02.2015
100 Club
Many thanks to all members who have renewed their subscriptions for 2015. In order to maintain the same level of income for the church, and the same prizes, as we have for the last few years, we need the support of another 20 subscribers, either through renewals or new members. Please would members who have not yet renewed, and who would like to, see Chris Burleigh or John McLellan after Mass this Sunday? New members would be most welcome. A year's subscription is £15, with the chance to win £75, £45, or £30 each quarter.
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08.02.2015
Confirmation
We pray for our Confirmation Candidates, Daniel Green and Jacob O’Brien, who are to be formally enrolled today. We also pray for their parents, sponsors and catechists who are supporting them on their journey toward Confirmation. The Sacrament of Confirmation will be conferred by Bishop Kenny on Sunday 7th June at the 9.30am Mass.
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08.02.2015
Funerals
Please pray for the repose of the souls of Ruth Windebank, Jean Henser’s mother, and for Pascal O’Gorman, who have died recently and remember their loved ones in your prayers. The Funeral Service of Ruth Windebank will take place at 12.45 pm on Thursday 19th February here at Blessed Robert Grissold. There will be a Requiem Mass for Pascal O’Gorman, here at Blessed Robert Grissold, at 1.00 pm on Tuesday 10th February
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08.02.2015
Rosary Collection
The Catenian Rosary Group is collecting spare rosaries to send to missions around the world. A collection box will be available from Sunday 8th February
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08.02.2015
Job Opportunities
The Archdiocese of Birmingham are advertising for an Assistant Safeguarding Co-ordinator. Also, Birmingham Churches Together are looking to recruit a Communications and Administrative Assistant - See Fr Frank for further details
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08.02.2015
Millennium Breakfast
Our 57th breakfast on Sunday 8th February raised £150. This is an excellent result and our thanks go to everyone for your help and generosity. Once again Fr. Ed will be delighted, as this amount will have a spending power of around £750 in Peru. This money will go to help the disadvantaged children who live in the shanty town of San Benito on the outskirts of Lima, Peru. Fr. Ed O'Connell, a Columban Father, has been working there for 15 years and he has already made a huge difference to the lives of many children and their mothers. There is still a lot of work to do and our donations will help Fr to continue with this work.
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03.02.2015
Congratulations
Fr Frank and Sandra are so pleased to announce the birth of their third grandchild, Sophia Catharine Maria who arrived on Tuesday 3rd February. Many congratulations to our daughter and son in law Sara and Simon.
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31.01.2015
Children’s Liturgy
We are looking for new people to act as helpers for our Children's Liturgy. Not only is it a safeguarding requirement to have an extra adult during the liturgy, it is also useful for the leader to have someone to help with the craft and join in with the prayers. The only job requirement is that you be over age 18! Each helper would only be asked to do one session per half-term and there is no homework. It's a fun and easy way to support the growing church! Please let Kathryn Driffield (07969 927262) know if you're interested
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29.01.2015
Healing Mass
On the last Thursday in the month, 29th January, there will be a Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. If you are in need of healing in body, mind or spirit, or if you feel drawn to pray for those who are sick, please join us.
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22.01.2015
Parish Council
The next parish council meeting is on Thursday 22nd January at 7:30pm, in the parish room. All are welcome.
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18.01.2015
Choir
Weekly choir practice will start again from next Sunday 25th January, 11am to 12 noon. We will be working on music for Lent and Holy Week. New members are very welcome, enthusiasm is more important than previous choir experience! Please speak to Ian Clarke if you are interested in joining
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18.01.2015
Our Christmas Giving Tree
There were 52 gifts, of which 25 were sent to Father Hudson's Society. The remaining 27 were distributed within our parish by our young people and their parents. A very big and sincere thank you to all who were involved. They certainly did a wonderful and worthwhile job. May God bless you all for your kindness
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14.01.2015
Parish Get Together
We shall meet this Wednesday, 14th January in the parish room at 10.30am for tea /coffee and cakes. Hope you can all come despite the changed date.
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11.01.2015
Carol Service collection
The collection at our carol service on 21st December was in aid of Shelter, the homelessness and housing charity. The amount raised was £123.00 – thank you all for your generosity.
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04.01.2015
Thank you from Father Frank
Please accept my heartfelt thanks for your Christmas offerings, cards and gifts and for all the kindness and support you have showed me since I arrived in the summer
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30.12.2014
Tuesday Mass
Please note that there will be no Mass on Tuesday 30th December 2014, nor on Tuesday 6th January 2015. The Tuesday Mass will resume on Tuesday 13th January 2015 at 10.30 am
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28.12.2014
Pastoral Letter
Today we will hear a pastoral letter from Archbishop Bernard Longley
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28.12.2014
Confirmation/First Communion
Adults who would like to be received into full communion with the church or would like to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation and children who would like to be prepared for First Communion or Confirmation, please talk to Father Frank
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28.12.2014
Christmas Raffle
Thank you to all who supported the Christmas raffle and those who supplied the prizes. It was most generous of every one and we raised a grand total of £870 towards parish funds
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25.12.2014
Christmas Newsletter
You can access our new Christmas newsletter by clicking on the link to the left or selecting newsletters, seasonal from the menu above. In both cases, the new newsletter can be found by scrolling to the bottom of the page that is subsequently displayed.
This newsletter includes the events in our parish that have taken place between Easter 2014 and Christmas 2014 including the departure of Father Soji to St Gerard in Castle Vale and the arrival of our new parish priest, Father Frank Smith
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25.12.2014
Father Frank's Christmas message
We have a new priest in charge, Father Frank Smith. Read his Christmas message by clicking on the link to the left.
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21.12.2014
Carol Service
Our annual carol service will be held in our church at 6pm. This popular event includes congregational carols, music from our choir and readings which tell the Christmas story. Afterwards, mulled wine, spiced apple juice and mince pies are available in the parish room
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30.11.2014
Advent
Next Sunday we begin the Season of Advent together. Advent is a penitential season in preparation for our Lord’s birth.
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26.11.2014
Coffee Evening
HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust is a charity, which began in 1956. It organises an annual Pilgrimage/Holiday to Lourdes each Easter for young people of all denominations and disabilities. They come from all parts of the British Isles, America, Ireland, Romania, Slovakia and The West Indies. They travel in groups with helpers, with each group identified with a number – ours is Group 8. The cost for each young person this year is £750. Their fares/expenses for the week are paid for from donations & fund-raising events, hence the reason for holding the Coffee Evening next Wednesday, November 26th in our Parish Room beginning at 7.30pm. Do come along and support this very worthy cause. Donations for the stalls will be gratefully appreciated
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23.11.2014
Baptism
We pray for Elliot Murtagh and for his parents, godparents, family and friends. Elliot will be baptised here today immediately after Mass
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23.11.2014
Confession
The Sacrament of Reconciliation can be arranged by appointment with Fr Frank. In Advent, there will be a Penitential Service, with the opportunity for Confession
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23.11.2014
Millennium Breakfast
Many thanks to everyone who supported the Breakfast last Sunday. Your generosity helped to raise £200, which will be sent to Fr Ed next week. This amount will have a spending power of £1000 in Peru and it will go to help the educational needs of the children at risk in San Benito, a shanty town in Lima. It is the largest amount that we have raised at a Breakfast and Fr Ed will be very grateful. There is a letter from Fr Ed on the notice board...please read it!
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16.11.2014
Millennium Breakfast
Our 56th Breakfast will be on Sunday November 16th after Mass. There will be the usual menu of orange juice, warm croissants, toast, butter, jam, tea/coffee all for a donation of £2. Everyone is welcome so please come and join us. This is a chance to meet friends and get to know new parishioners
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09.11.2014
Baptism
We pray for Alice Riley and her family. Alice is to be baptised here next Sunday 9th November after Mass
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02.11.2014
Father Soji
We welcome Father Soji back to the Parish. It is our opportunity to say thank you to him. Please stay behind and share the special cake baked for the occasion. We pray that God will continue to bless him in his new parish. Father Frank is covering for Father Soji in Castle Vale this morning.
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02.11.2014
Group 83 News
A Coffee Evening for Group 83 will be held on Wednesday 26th November. Details later. In the meanwhile, do make a note of the date.
Christmas Cards are on sale as from next Sunday to boost Group 83’s Funds.
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01.11.2014
Coffee Together
Another opportunity for the sharing of coffee/tea and homemade cakes. Come to the Jubilee Centre between 10.30am and 12 noon this Saturday morning, 1st November.
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30.10.2014
Service of Healing
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be offered at the 6.00pm Mass this Thursday 30th October. Also there will be teaching on the Church’s ministry of healing through the sacraments. All are welcome - the sick to receive the sacrament and those who wish to support them through their prayers. The Mass will be celebrated for the intention of Helen Robinson
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19.10.2014
Bacon Butty Breakfast
Last Sunday, 12th October we had our Bacon Butty Breakfast when the men of the Parish cook for us. Thanks to Terry Biles and the Green Family for running the Breakfast last Sunday. £112.80 was raised towards parish funds and all had an enjoyable time
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19.10.2014
The Rosary
The 10.30am Mass on Tuesdays in October will be preceded by the praying of the Rosary at 10.00am. Please come along and join us in this month of the Holy Rosary
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05.10.2014
Confirmation
Adults who have not received the sacrament and children currently in Year 5 or above can be confirmed at a service here in the spring of 2015. Preparation classes will also be held here. Please talk to Father Smith for further details.
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04.10.2014
Parish Quiz
The quiz will take place on Saturday, 4th October. Tickets are available after Mass today, at £8.00 each including supper. We recommend teams of six
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28.09.2014
Family Games Afternoon
Family Games Afternoon. 2.30pm on Sunday 28th September. The highlights of last year's event were some very competitive bananagram playing, a table tennis ladder and seeing a mix of all ages playing games new and old. All welcome. We finish with pizza! The cost is £3.50 a head or £10 per family. For more details, see Claire Keane or Kathryn Driffield after Mass
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27.09.2014
Stefan Hunka
On Saturday 27th September – as part of the celebration to mark Stefan Hunka's 60th birthday – there will be a Mass commencing at 2pm. Father Soji will be returning to say Mass as will Chris Kearl to play the organ. The Mass is part of an afternoon Programme that includes a Concert in the Church produced and directed by Stefan's brother, an international opera singer. His brother will also be performing both as soloist and in duets with Stefan. All Parishioners are invited to be present at what promises to be a memorable occasion
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25.09.2014
Healing Mass
This Thursday, 25th September at 6.00pm there will be a Mass with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick (preceded by the Rosary at 5.30pm). This is an opportunity for all those who are sick to receive prayer for healing in body, mind and spirit and for us to support the sick with our prayers. There will be time for confession after the Mass
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21.09.2014
Congratulations
Congratulations to Sarah Fulham and Max Noonan who were married in Ravello yesterday
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21.09.2014
Polite Parking
With limited parking spaces it is not easy to park our cars, but please be sensitive to the needs of other drivers when parking your car. Thank you
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14.09.2014
Peace
This is just a reminder that the bell is rung twice before Mass. The first time to remind us to have a few quiet moments of reflection before Mass commences and the second as we start to sing the Entrance Hymn.
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08.09.2014
Parish Pastoral Council
The next meeting will be tomorrow, 8th September at 7.30pm
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07.09.2014
Annual Pilgrimage to Harvington Hall
This tour includes a free tour of the house and Mass at 3.00pm to be celebrated by our new Auxiliary Bishop, the Right Reverend Robert Byrne CO. If anyone is interested in going there will be a board at the back of the church. If there are enough people interested we can arrange a mini-bus or lifts.
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07.09.2014
Congratulations!
We offer our very best wishes to Judith & Bysshe Gibbs as they celebrate their Golden Wedding Anniversary
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07.09.2014
Father Soji
We are planning to make a presentation to Father Soji in recognition of all the work he has done for us over the last three years. Envelopes for donations are being given out after mass. They can be handed in to the wardens after mass next Sunday
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17.08.2014
Father Soji
On 17th August Father Soji will become Parish Priest of St Gerard’s Church, Castle Vale. Until a new priest arrives from Kerala our Priest in Charge will be Father Frank Smith, currently at St Augustine’s, Solihull
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10.08.2014
Father Soji
Next Sunday Father Soji will become Parish Priest of St Gerard’s Church, Castle Vale. Today is the last occasion when he will celebrate Mass for us as our Priest in Charge. We will be inviting him back soon in order to thank him for his work with us and to wish him well. Until a new priest arrives from Kerala our Priest in Charge will be Father Frank Smith, currently at St Augustine’s, Solihull. (frankj.smith55@yahoo.co.uk).
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10.08.2014
Cakes and Song
As always on summer afternoons, tea and home-made cakes will be available this afternoon in the Old Hall, Temple Balsall. In addition ‘Simply Purple’ will be providing musical entertainment in St Mary’s Church at 3.00pm. You are all invited
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10.08.2014
Happy Birthday Delia Murray!
This Thursday, 14th August, Delia Murray will celebrate her 103rd birthday. We wish her many happy returns and invite you to share her cake with her after mass today.
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10.08.2014
Message from Maureen
A very big & sincere thank you to Father Soji & all of you for your prayers, kind thoughts and the many, many kindnesses shown to me during these last 3 weeks. They have all helped with my speedy recovery. I am happy to say that I am almost back to normal. I will remember you all when I am in Lourdes next month
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06.08.2014
Get Together
Please meet at 10.30 in Blessed Robert Grissold car park for a visit to Maggie & Chris Ellis’ garden, Firs Barn, Windmill Lane
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03.08.2014
Millennium Project
Two weeks ago we counted £68.00 from our Bottle and along with the £147.70 from our recent Breakfast we have a total of £215.70. This amount will be sent to Fr Ed in Peru and it will have a spending power of about £1,000. He will be delighted and the money will be used to help the poor people, living in the shanty towns of Lima. Once again a huge thank you to everyone for your generosity and support
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31.07.2014
Healing Mass
The next mass will be this Thursday, 31st July starting with the rosary at 5.30pm followed by mass at 6.00pm. Rose Powell will preach the Word of God
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13.07.2014
Mass to celebrate Blessed Robert Grissold’s 410th Anniversary
Mass at 9:30am will be said for the people of the Parish and we will celebrate the feast day of Blessed Robert Grissold. Tea and cake will be served after Mass when a brief history of Blessed Robert Grissold will be given
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12.07.2014
Parish Dinner at Haigs Hotel
Early notice of the Parish get together at Haigs Hotel at 7:30 pm. Cost £10 pr person. Please give your name at the back of the church after Mass (limited places available).
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06.07.2014
Millennium Breakfast
Our 55th Breakfast raised £147.70 last Sunday and our thanks go to everyone who supported this event. This amount will have the spending power of over £1,000 in Peru and Fr Ed will be very grateful. The money will be used to help the poor families living in the shanty towns around Lima .Once again we thank you all for your help and generosity
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06.07.2014
Visit from Bishop Raphael Thattil from Kerala
Next Sunday 6th July Bishop Raphael Thattil from India will celebrate mass for us.
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06.07.2014
Millennium Breakfast
Our 55th Millennium Breakfast will be held after Mass next week. There will be the usual menu of orange juice, warm croissants, toast, butter, jam, tea/coffee all for a donation of £2. All welcome so please come and join us. This is a chance to get to know new parishioners
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02.07.2014
Get-together
Next meeting is this Wednesday 2nd July at 10.30am. Meet in Church car park for visit to Packwood House, weather permitting
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29.06.2014
Eucharistic Ministers
Charles Keane & Sue McGovern will renew their commitment today during Mass and Stefan Hunka will make his first one. They were unable to join the other Eucharistic Ministers on Holy Thursday due to holidays.
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25.06.2014
Visit from Fr Sebastian
Fr Sebastian is visiting from India and will be in Balsall Common on Wednesday 25th June. He is saying Mass for the Parish at 7:00pm which will be followed by an Indian buffet supplied by the Keralan community. It is hoped as many parishioners as possible will attend to make this a very special occasion for all
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22.06.2014
First Holy Communion Mass
Four of our young parishioners will be making their first Holy communion. All Parishioners are invited to join them for tea and cake after the Mass
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22.06.2014
Father Hudson' Society
It is collecting time again! The House to House Collection takes place from Sunday 22nd to Saturday 28th June. The Street Collection is on Saturday June 28th. If you are willing and able to help for either, please let Maureen know as soon as possible.
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15.06.2014
Cake Sale
There will be a cake sale on 15th June. Parishioners are asked to bring cakes that can be sold towards parish funds after Mass.
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15.06.2014
Cake Sale Today
There will a cake sale after mass today. The proceeds will go towards parish funds.
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15.06.2014
Well done
Well done to our younger parishioners for doing the readings, bidding prayers, offertory, alter serving and music last week. It was a lovely service and your contributions were really appreciated.
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15.06.2014
HCPT Coffee evening results
The Coffee Evening held on Wednesday May 28th raised £1669.30. A truly wonderful result. This came from the Coffee Evening, Raffle, Sale of Goods beforehand & Donations (some will be Gift Aided). Many sincere thanks to all who supported this event. All proceeds go to the expenses of the youngsters who will go to Lourdes next Easter
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08.06.2014
Youth mass
The youth of the Parish are organising all the readings, hymns, servers and music. Can any young parishioners who would like to join in with the music please speak to Kathryn Green or Hannah Clarke
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08.06.2014
Alton Castle Cycle Ride
Alton Castle and the Kenelm Youth Trust are organising a sponsored cycle ride on Sunday 8th June. Following a Mass at 9am ride options will be either 10 or 30 miles departing at 11am and 10.30am respectively. Bikes are available to hire. £10 Registration fee or free when raising £100 or more for the 10 mile route and £25 for the 30 mile route or free if raising £300 or more. Refreshments and afternoon tea available. For further information and booking please contact: debbie@altoncastle.co.uk Tel. No: 01538 703224
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07.06.2014
Congratulations
Congratulations to Ethan Devoy who made his first Holy Communion at St. George and St. Teresa on 7th June
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04.06.2014
Get Together
The next Get-together is this Wednesday 4th June at 12 noon for a sandwich lunch with tea, coffee and cake in the Parish room. All welcome
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01.06.2014
Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening
Many thanks to everyone who supported last weeks Coffee Evening - those who gave; those who helped; those who came and spent ! Your support was very much appreciated. The result will be announced as soon as all the final details are in
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28.05.2014
Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening
Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening with Raffle will be held this Wednesday 28th May in the Parish room from 7.30pm. Admission 50p. including refreshments. Raffle tickets are available after mass today - £1 a book. There will be various stalls including "Gifts for All", Cake, Home Made Preserves, Plants, Cards, Tombola and the Raffle including The Big Raffle. Contributions for the Evening will be very much appreciated. All proceeds go towards the expenses of the children who will be going to Lourdes next Easter with Group 83. Your presence at the evening will be most welcome and please bring a friend
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18.05.2014
Permanent dioconate
Today, we welcome Deacon Mike from Nuneaton who is with us today and will speak about permanent dioconate
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04.05.2014
HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust, Group 83 Lourdes 2014
Maureen, Louise and Tom, together with Group 83, arrived back in Balsall Common last Saturday evening April 26th having had a lovely & very happy week in Lourdes. We thank you for your prayers and support. We remembered your kindness and generosity whilst there. Tom said “it was amazing, really fun and a bit crazy. I loved Gavarnie and Hosanna House. The Group got on really well and was great fun”
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28.04.2014
Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening
Group 83's Annual Coffee Evening with Raffle will be held on Wednesday 28th May. Raffle tickets will be available after Easter – still £1 a book
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27.04.2014
Many thanks
Many thanks to all those whose hard work and preparation meant that the Easter Services were celebrated with the Church freshly cleaned and beautifully decorated with flowers. Thanks also to the musicians and choir, the altar servers, the readers and Eucharistic Ministers. Your efforts added to the dignity of the ceremonies and thanks to all those who attended and took part in the special liturgies of the season. A special thank you to those who worked in the background to make sure everything went smoothly. Many thanks also for your Easter offering which was very much appreciated. God Bless, Fr Soji
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27.04.2014
Special Appeal
We are sorry to say that our Processional Cross has broken and we need to invest in a new one. The cost is approximately £600 and, if anyone would like to donate towards this in memory of a loved one, or as a gift to the church from a family, please see Fr Soji or Joe Martin.
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24.04.2014
Healing Mass
The next Healing Mass will be held this Thursday 24th April, led by Fr. Tom Thomas IC, from 6pm to 8pm
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20.04.2014
HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust, Group 83 Lourdes 2014
Please remember Louise & Maureen and the rest of Group 83 as they spend this week in Lourdes. This year there are 6 youngsters with the group including Tom Green from our Parish and 11 helpers. Please remember them in your prayers, as they will do likewise for you.
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20.04.2014
Easter Newsletter
Out Easter Newsletter is now available for download. Simply click on the link to the left to be taken to our seasonal newsletter page and scroll to the bottom of the page to access the Easter 2014 newsletter.
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15.04.2014
Reconciliation Service
This Tuesday 15th April there will be a reconciliation service at 7pm. After mass at 7.30pm Fr. John Cross, the dean of Warwick Deanery, will hear confessions
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13.04.2014
Taize Service for Palm Sunday
Please join us for a simple service of readings, prayer, song and quiet contemplation on Palm Sunday, 13th April at 3pm. All are welcome
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13.04.2014
Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who sponsored Maureen and Louise in raising £500 for HCPT. Louise walked approx. 8 miles between 7 Catholic Churches in Coventry on Sunday 30th March
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02.04.2014
The Monthly Gathering of Parishioners
The Monthly Gathering of Parishioners is Wednesday 2 April. We meet at the Church at 10.30am. for Coffee /Tea and a chat. It is a good opportunity to meet other parishioners
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30.03.2014
Bacon Butties Breakfast
After mass next Sunday 23 March some of the men of the Parish offered breakfast including bacon sandwiches, tea & coffee. A big thank you to all who supported the breakfast with special thanks to those who helped serve the breakfast and special thanks to Terry Biles for supplying all the food. We raised £161.00 towards the Parish funds
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30.03.2014
Easter Cards
Easter Cards will be on sale after Mass until 13 April. All profits from the sale of cards will go towards HCPT Group 83
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15.03.2014
Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell Lent Breakfasts
Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell Lent Breakfasts: ‘Ancient Wisdom for Modern times.’ The series of Lenten Breakfasts and Discussions organised by Churches Together in Balsall & Berkswell continues at 8.30am next Saturday 15 March in the Methodist Hall, Station Road. Rev. Tim Brooke will be guest speaker on “St. Francis of Assissi.” Please note that we are responsible for preparing breakfast this Saturday 15 March. Please let Godfrey Chesshire know if you are willing to help. Thank you. Please see the notice board for more details
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14.03.2014
Stations of the Cross/Way of the Cross
During Lent, there will be Stations of the Cross/Way of the Cross every Friday evening at 7.30pm
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09.03.2014
Millennium Project
Our Millennium Breakfast last Sunday raised £142 and our thanks go to everyone for your generous donations. This amount will have a spending power of £710 in Peru and Fr Ed will be delighted.
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09.03.2014
Friends of the Holy Land
A charitable non-political organisation supporting the Christians of the Holy Land, need volunteers in the Kenilworth office for 3-4 hours (one morning) a week. If you are interested, and would like to find out more, contact Karen Baxter on 01926 512980. Please see the notice board for further details.
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08.03.2014
Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell Lent Breakfasts
The theme of this years’ series of Lent Breakfast talks is 'Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times'. The title is inspired by Job's plaintive cry: where shall wisdom be found? and where is the place of understanding? In a world of great social, cultural and political change, have the great spiritual figures of the past anything to teach us? Can they provide us with a spiritual and moral compass in an uncertain world? These talks will be held on five successive Saturdays in Lent at the Methodist Church Hall in Balsall Common. The programme begins with breakfast at 8.30 a.m. on the 8th March - The Cloud of Unknowing - Mrs Diana Walls.
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07.03.2014
Women’s World Day of Prayer
There will be a service on Friday evening 7th March at 7.30pm in St. Swithin’s Church Barston. The theme is ‘Streams in the Desert,’ Praying for Egypt, followed by refreshments in St. Swithin’s House. All are invited, including the men and young people of the parish.
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06.03.2014
Thursday morning Masses
During Lent season, there will be mass every Thursday at 6.30am, ending 10 April
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02.03.2014
Helping Hands
Please remember to contribute to our Green Bucket in the Narthex. Every donation will help someone who has financial difficulties in this area. Thank you for your generosity.
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02.03.2014
Curry Evening - Thank you!
A very enjoyable evening. We raised £591 towards parish funds with a special thanks to the Keralan community for cooking, serving and sponsoring the meal.
Thanks to everyone who helped and supported the event.
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26.02.2014
Catholic parliamentary and public policy internships
For the last eleven years the Catholics Bishops Conference has organised Parliamentary and Public Policy Internships for recently graduated Catholics. This year we are looking to offer 8 internships: Four interns will be placed with Christian MPs at Westminster; one in a parliamentary support role within the Bishops’ Conference Secretariat; one in each of the Catholic Agencies (CAFOD and CSAN) in a public policy role; and one in a media internship in Archbishop’s House Westminster. All internships will run from September 2014 - July 2015 and include accommodation and subsistence allowances. Full details and an application form can be found on the website by clicking the link to the left. Completed application forms and references must either be emailed to interns@cbcew.org.uk or posted to: Michaela Kelly, Head of HR, 39 Eccleston Square, London SW1V 1BX. The closing date is 5pm on Wednesday 26th February 2014; the Assessment days will be 1st and 2nd April 2014. If you know anyone who may be interested in this opportunity, please encourage them to apply.
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23.02.2014
Thank You
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the collection for Archbishop Vincent Nichols. We raised £200 for the Friends of the Holy Land
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22.02.2014
Curry Night!
Our annual Curry Night will be on Saturday 22nd February; 7pm for 7.30pm. Tickets are £8 and 5 for children and will be available after Mass from Joe Martin, Ann Dodd, Margaret Collins
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05.02.2014
Get Together
This Wednesday 5th February at 10.30am. for coffee and cakes in the parish room. All are welcome.
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02.02.2014
Nomination of Archbishop Vincent Nichols as Cardinal
We were all delighted to hear the wonderful news that Pope Francis has named Archbishop Vincent as Cardinal and that he will receive the red hat at the Consistory on Saturday 22 February, the Feast of the Chair of St Peter. There will be a parish collection next Sunday 2 February in order to present a gift to the Archbishop. He has asked that the gift be offered in his name to the suffering Church in the Holy Land, through the charity that he helped to found, the Friends of the Holy Land
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30.01.2014
Healing Service
Our next Healing Service is this Thursday 30 January, starting at 6pm
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26.01.2014
100 CLUB
Once again, many thanks for your continued support over the past year when over £600 was raised for church funds. Subscriptions for 2014 are now due, and Chris and John will be available after Mass on Sundays for the next few weeks to receive your subscription. Each number is £15 for the year. Draws are quarterly with prizes of £75, £45, and £30. If you are not yet a member, please could you consider joining this fun way of raising much needed funds for the church? And if you are already a subscriber, perhaps you might consider taking an extra number. We would like to encourage you to switch to a standing order, if you are not already doing so, to simplify administration. We will also have forms available for this
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16.01.2014
Parish Council Meeting
Parish Council Meeting in the church hall on Thursday 16 January at 7.30pm. If anyone would like to join these committees they are most welcome.
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14.01.2014
Maintenance Committee Meeting
There will be a Maintenance meeting in the church hall on Tuesday 14 January at 8pm. following Mass
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12.01.2014
Christmas Giving Tree
Grateful thanks to The Keane Family who put up, decorated and did The Gift Tags for the Tree before Christmas and then took it down last Sunday. Sincere thanks to all our young people together with their parents in distributing the gifts to various parishioners before Christmas. There were 44 Gifts, 20 of which were for children and were taken to Father Hudson's Society in Coleshill before Christmas. A letter of thanks has been received from Mr. Tim Bradfield the Chief Executive. Our gifts were very much appreciated and needed.
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12.01.2014
Millennium Project
This week £120 will be sent to Fr Ed in Peru, £88 of which was counted from our Bottle, £20 from the sale of Peruvian crafts and £12 from the Christmas cards to the Parish. Our thanks go to everyone for your generosity and support throughout 2013. Fr Ed will be very grateful and will use the money to improve the lives of the poor people living in the outskirts of Lima.
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29.12.2013
First Holy Communion
Classes for children in year 3 or above at non-Catholic schools will begin in the New Year, to prepare them to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. If you wish your child to attend, please contact Ellie Clarke: email iehclarke@btinternet.com or phone (01676) 533931
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29.12.2013
Thank You
Father Soji would like to thank you all for your generous Christmas offering this year. He would also like to thank all those members of the Parish who help ensure our Parish runs so smoothly. Your tireless efforts on behalf of our Parish community are really appreciated. A Happy, Joyous and Peaceful New Year to you all. Father Soji
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29.12.2013
A big thank you to all who supported and gave prizes for the Christmas raffle this year. We have raised the grand sum of £865. This is a great help towards the finances of the Parish
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25.12.2013
Christmas 2013 Newsletter now available on line
Our Christmas Newsletter for 2013 is now available online. Packed with news and photos from the life of our parish since Easter 2013, this issue also includes a voucher for discounted meals during January at the Saracen's Head in Balsall Common.
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25.12.2013
Father Soji's Christmas Message
Click on the link to read Father Soji's Christmas message.
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22.12.2013
Questionnaire in preparation for the Extraordinary Synod on the Family in 2014
A major part of our preparation for the Extraordinary Synod on the Family in 2014 is to encourage you to complete a Vatican questionnaire.
You can actively participate by visiting the questionnaire on Survey Monkey. Details of how to prepare and take the questionnaire can be found by clicking on the link to the left.
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15.12.2013
2013 Carol Service
Father Soji would like to thank all who helped to make last week’s Carol Service such a success – the choir, Chris Kearl the organist, the musical director, the readers, the wardens, the ladies who organised the refreshments and everyone who attended and sang the carols so joyfully! The collection for Friends of the Holy land raised £125.25. Click on the link if you would like to hear the carol service
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08.12.2013
Christmas Together
Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell invite you to “Christmas Together” in Heart of England School next Sunday afternoon 8th December at 3.00pm. The Journey – come along for a taste of Christmas; carols and readings from local churches and organisations (including our own choir). Refreshments. Collection for ‘Action for Children’. All are welcome
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04.12.2013
Get-together
This Wednesday, 4th December – meet at 10.30am in BRG car park for a trip to Melbicks Garden Centre.
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01.12.2013
Millennium Project
Our next Breakfast will be on Dec 1st when there will be the usual fare – orange juice, warm croissants, toast, tea/coffee and a chance to sit and talk to friends and new parishioners
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01.12.2013
Advent Taize Service
Readings, music, prayer and silent contemplation – please join us for a simple service today, Sunday 1st December at 5pm
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01.12.2013
Millennium Project Breakfast
Millennium Project Breakfast today after Mass. There will be warm croissants, toast and jam; orange juice, tea and coffee, all for a donation of £2. All of the money will be sent to Fr Ed to help with his work for the poor in the shanty towns of Lima, Peru. Please come and join us for a chat and to meet new Parishioners
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23.11.2013
Parish Supper
Our Parish supper is on Saturday November 23rd at 7.30pm. The “Alpha ladies” invite you to a tasty 2-course meal, including a complementary glass of wine, for the bargain price of £10 per person. Judith, Louise or Margaret Burleigh will start collecting names this week.
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20.11.2013
HCPT Group 83 Coffee Evening
This is to be held in Our Parish Room on Wednesday November 20th at 7.30pm. Admission is 50p, which includes refreshments. There will be the usual stalls – Gifts for All, Cakes, Preserves, Christmas Cards & Advent Calendars as well as a raffle. Donations for the stalls, especially Gifts for All and Cakes will be much appreciated. All proceeds will help to boost the funds of Group 83. Please come along to this enjoyable evening.
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17.11.2013
CAFOD’s Typhoon Haiyan appeal
There will be a special second collection this Sunday for the people in the Philippines who have had their lives torn apart by the Typhoon Haiyan. Please be generous.
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14.11.2013
Parish Council Meeting
The next Parish Council meeting is on Thursday 14th November at 7.30pm in the Parish room. All are welcome.
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10.11.2013
Millennium Project
Fr Ed has sent us some Peruvian handicrafts – pencil cases, throws, small crosses and purses, which will be on show today after Mass. Please have a look at them, they will make lovely gifts for Christmas.
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09.11.2013
Quiz and Fish ‘n‘ Chips!
Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell is holding a Quiz Evening complete with Fish and Chip Supper on Saturday 9th November, 7 pm for 7 30 pm start. You are invited to make up teams of six but if this is not possible we will be able to accommodate you in a composite team! The event will be held at St Peter’s Hall, Holly Lane. Bring your own drinks. Information and tickets (price £7 50) available from Godfrey & Linda Chesshire. We hope each church will bring at least two teams, do come along and join in the fun
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02.11.2013
Coffee Together
On Saturday morning, 2nd November from 10.30am to 12pm in the Jubilee Centre. Come along and have a cuppa and a slice of cake with friends old and new. Better still, as it is BRG’s turn to host the event, please let Bysshe and Judith (534010) know if you are willing to make a cake or spend a few minutes helping between 10.00 and 12.00. Thank you
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31.10.2013
Healing Service
There will be a Healing Service on Thursday 31st October led by Father Richard from Newport. All are welcome. Next month’s healing service will be led by Monsignor Timothy Menezis
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27.10.2013
Christmas Raffle
It is that time again when we are putting our prizes together for our Christmas Raffle. Pam Martin is at the back of the church after Mass, looking for donations of prizes for this important fund-raising event for parish funds. Please help if you can
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27.10.2013
Advent
As part of our preparation for Christmas, Father would like to have a series of house Masses on the following Tuesdays: 3rd/10th/17th December. If you are willing to host one of these, can you please give your name to Joe Martin after Mass
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12.10.2013
Catholic Social Action Road Show
A Catholic Social Action Road Show, organised by The Archdiocese of Birmingham, entitled "For Those Who Care About Others" is to be held on Saturday 12th October in the presence of Bishop William Kenny. It will take place at Blessed George Napier Catholic School, Springfield Avenue, Banbury, OX16 9HS from 10 am to 4pm (arrive from 9.15am.). The day will be packed full of inspiration and encouragement, including Speakers and Workshops. Refreshments and sandwiches will be provided. The day will finish with Mass at 3 pm. If you are interested in going, please contact David Wyatt on 01675 434000 or email davidwyatt@fatherhudsons.org.uk.
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05.10.2013
Parish Quiz
The brain-boggling annual parish quiz will be held on Saturday 5th October at 7.30pm. Tickets and further details available soon – make sure you make a note in your diary!
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29.09.2013
Prayers for the sick
It is time once again to review the list of names of those who are sick. If you have asked for someone to be added to the list and you wish them to remain on it, please let Ellie and Ian Clarke know by Sunday 29th September at the latest – contact details are at the bottom of this page. Please note that names will be removed from the list if we do not receive confirmation that they should remain.
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28.09.2013
Choir
Our choir has been asked to sing at the Balsall Common Village Fete on Saturday 28th September at 3pm. We will be rehearsing for this on Sundays after mass until about 12 noon – existing members and new singers are welcome! Also come along on the day to support us.
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22.09.2013
Harvest Thanksgiving – Helping Hands
Each year at around this time we celebrate the harvest by collecting for a charity. This year we have decided to continue our support for Helping Hands who provide support to local families in need. There is still a major poverty problem in Solihull, particularly, but not solely, in the north of the borough. Please bring your donations of hygiene products and non-perishable food to the collection tub in the Narthex.
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22.09.2013
Family Games Afternoon
Families of all ages are invited to a games afternoon 4-7pm on Sunday 22nd September at the church hall. We are planning a mix of table tennis and board games to cater for all ages. Bring your own game if you have favourite one to share. Also, there will be chance to win some small prizes in competitions run by some of our youth group so please bring some change! We will round off the afternoon with pizza and cake. Price is £10 per family. Please book with Claire Keane or Kathryn Driffield.
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17.09.2013
Service of Reconciliation
On Tuesday 17th September at 7pm we will be holding a service of reconciliation, with mass and confession
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15.09.2013
Millennium Project
Today we welcome Fr Ed to our parish. He will concelebrate the Mass with Fr Soji and after mass tea, coffee and squash will be served and everyone is welcome to meet Fr Ed and listen as he tells us about the projects he is undertaking to help the poor people in Lima.
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23.08.2013
Wedding Congratulations
Congratulations and best wishes to Clare and Stuart who were married in our church on Friday
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18.08.2013
Birthday Celebration
Congratulations to Delia Murray, who celebrated her 102nd birthday this week. Chris and the family would like to invite all parishioners to join Delia for a cup of tea and a piece of cake after Mass today
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14.07.2013
Blessed Robert Grissold Anniversary
Today’s mass is to celebrate our patron, Blessed Robert Grissold, whose anniversary is this Wednesday 17 July
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07.07.2013
Cake Sale
The cake sale for Parish Funds, held last Sunday June 30th, amounted to £212.20, which includes £25.20 from the raffle. Our sincere thanks to James, who made the strawberries & cream cake, all who donated cakes, those who bought them and those who gave donations
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07.07.2013
Coast to Coast
Kathryn Green would like to thank those who have supported her fundraising effort for cycling the C2C (150 miles from Whitehaven to Sunderland) last week as part of a group of 12 peers from her school, in aid of Cancer Research UK and the British Stroke Association. The total raised through Kathryn’s sponsorship is over £450 and collectively her group has raised over £3,000. Kathryn will be collecting her money in the next couple of weeks
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03.07.2013
Get together
The next Get Together for older parishioners is this Wednesday, 3rd July. We will meet in the Parish room at 10.30 am for an outing to Hatton Country World. If the weather is wet we will have a mystery tour to an alternative destination.
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30.06.2013
Healing Service
Please note that from July onwards, our Healing Service will be held on the last Thursday of each month. The next Healing Service will be on Thursday 25th July
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29.06.2013
Father Hudson’s Society
The Annual House Collection will take place from Sunday June 23rd to Saturday June 29th, and the street collection (including outside the Co-op store) is on Saturday June 29th. If you are willing to help, please speak to Maureen. She will be pleased to hear from you.
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16.06.2013
Millennium Project
Our Breakfast last Sunday raised £180, which was an excellent result. Our thanks go to everyone who came and also to those who were unable to be there but gave a donation. This amount will have a spending power of £900 in Peru; Fr. Ed will be delighted. A big thank you also to everyone who helped in the kitchen, prepared the Breakfast or organised the tables and chairs.
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09.06.2013
Millennium Project
Our next Millennium Breakfast (No. 52), will be held on Sunday 9th June. Please put this date in your diary, the cost will be the same and there will be more details later
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28.05.2013
Healing Service and Seminar on Year of Faith
The next healing service will be this Tuesday 28th May starting with Mass at 6pm. The Mass will be followed by a presentation seminar by Deacon David Palmer of the Year of Faith Committee on how we can work together in our parishes to bring the Gospel message of Healing and New Life to those around us. All our welcome.
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22.05.2013
HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust, Group 83 – Coffee evening
A very big sincere thank you to everyone who supported the Coffee Evening last Wednesday: to those who gave their time and energy in helping; to those who gave donations; to those who came; and to those who helped in many other ways it was all much appreciated. May God Bless you all. The results will be in the next weeks bulletin.
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17.05.2013
Parish Meal
The Parish meal at Haig’s raised £108 on the raffle and including a discount on the meal brought the total up to £153 for the night. Well done and thank you to all involved
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12.05.2013
Moonwalk for Breast Cancer UK
Next Saturday, 11th May, Chris Mitchell will be doing the moonwalk around London in aid of Breast Cancer UK. This is a 26.2 mile walk around the City at night. If anyone would like to sponsor her she will be at the back of Church after Mass.
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05.05.2013
Bacon Breakfast Results
Thank you to all who supported the Bacon Breakfast last Sunday. We raised £141 towards Parish Funds. Special thank you to Terry Biles, Dominic Green and John McLellan for doing all the cooking.
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05.05.2013
London Marathon
Charles Keane would like to thank the parish for all the support given to his fundraising effort for running the London Marathon in aid of St Joseph's Hospice in London. Charles finished the marathon just under 5 hours. The total raised through sponsorship and the various social events was an amazing £2,700 !
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01.05.2013
Get together
The next Get Together is this Wednesday 1st May at 10.30 am for coffee and cakes. All welcome.
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30.04.2013
Healing Service
The next healing service will be on Tuesday 30th April starting with Mass at 6pm, then laying of hands and Eucharistic procession, ending at 8pm
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28.04.2013
Bacon Breakfast
Please join us for bacon butties next Sunday after mass, prepared by the men of the Parish to raise parish funds
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21.04.2013
Choir
Weekly choir practice will recommence today after mass. The choir meets on Sundays 11 am to 12 noon to prepare music for our liturgy. New members are always welcome - no previous choir experience is needed!
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14.04.2013
Easter Thanks
Many thanks to everyone who helped to prepare our Easter Celebration and to make our Church and the Liturgy beautiful, especially to all cleaners, Musicians, choir, Altar Servers, Eucharistic Ministers, Readers, Flower Arrangers and all those who came to Mass.
Fr Soji would like to thank Parishioners for their best wishes and Easter Offerings
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14.04.2013
HCPT GROUP 83
Group 83 arrived home safely last Saturday 6 April having had a wonderful week in Lourdes. Everyone in the Group remembered your kindness and generosity. They thank you for your prayers.
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31.03.2013
Easter Clergy Offerings
There will be a second collection at Easter for our Priest Father Soji. Envelopes will be available at the back of church
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31.03.2013
Church Cleaning for Easter
We would like to organise a spring clean of the Church during Holy Week ahead of Easter, therefore we are looking for volunteers to help with different areas of the Church please. If you are willing to help with a specific area, please can you give your name to Maureen or Joe after Mass. The more helpers we have the easer it will be. Thank you
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31.03.2013
Easter 2013 Newsletter
Our Easter Newsletter is now available on line. Click the link to the left then scroll to the bottom of our seasonal newsletters page to access the Easter 2013 newsletter
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30.03.2013
HCPT Group 83
Maureen, Louise and Group 83 leave for Lourdes on Saturday 30 March returning the following Saturday. The group includes 9 helpers including Ann Marie the Group Leader and 5 Young People. Whilst there they will remember your kindness and generosity. Please remember them in your prayers. Louise & Maureen are willing to take your petitions and will light a candle for you if you so wish. Please let them know by Good Friday. Thank you
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28.03.2013
Eucharistic Ministers
A reminder that all Eucharistic Ministers should renew their commitment during Mass on Holy Thursday. If you are unable to do so please let Father Soji or Maureen know
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27.03.2013
Reconciliation Service
A reconciliation service will be held on Wednesday 27th March at 7.30pm followed by confession.
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26.03.2013
Healing Service
The next healing service will be on Tuesday 26th March starting with Mass at 6pm, then laying of hands and Eucharistic procession, ending at 8pm.
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24.03.2013
Easter Taize service cancelled
Unfortunately, the Taize service due to take place on the 24th March at 6pm has had to be cancelled due to the inclement weather. We hope to have the service later in the year once the weather improves.
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24.03.2013
Easter Services
Please click on the link to the left to see the times of the Easter services at our Church
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24.03.2013
Taize Service for Holy Week
A simple service of prayer, music and quiet contemplation will be held in our church at 6pm next Sunday 24th March (Palm Sunday). Everyone is welcome.
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24.03.2013
Millennium Project
Our Breakfast last Sunday was a great success and our thanks go to everyone who helped and supported this event. We raised £185 including donations, which will have a spending power of about £900 in Peru. Fr Ed will be delighted and this money will be used to help the poor people living in the shanty towns on the outskirts of Lima
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21.03.2013
Eucharistic Ministers
An evening of Recollection for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion will take place at Maryvale Institute on Thursday 21st. March 2013 starting at 7p.m. & ending at 9.00p.m. If you wish to go, please contact Father Soji or Maureen Carroll as soon as possible. We can perhaps arrange transport among ourselves
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17.03.2013
Millennium Project
Our 51st Breakfast is TODAY after Mass. Please come and join us for croissants, toast, jam, orange juice, tea /coffee all for £2. It is St Patrick's Day so why not treat yourself and enjoy a chat with other parishioners
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15.03.2013
Stations of the Cross
We will process along the Stations of the Cross every Friday evening during Lent at 7.30pm
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10.03.2013
HCPT The Pilgrimage Trust Group 83
Easter Cards are now available in the Narthex until Easter Sunday. All profits go to Group 83 funds. The Annual Coffee Evening with Raffle will take place in May (date TBC).
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10.03.2013
Helping Hands
Following last years success we are again collecting goods for the homeless and poorer families in North Solihull during Lent. Please place your donations into the container in the Narthex. Donations required are for tinned food, pasta, sugar, tea and coffee, jams, pasta sauce and toiletries
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10.03.2013
Room Wanted
Lithuanian woman (34years old) is in urgent need of a room to rent in Balsall Common. Contact by tel. 01676 533192, or via Father Soji
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08.03.2013
Stations of the Cross
We will process along the Stations of the Cross on Friday evenings in Lent at 7.30pm commencing on Friday, 8th March
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17.02.2013
Helping Hands
You will recall that during Advent we achieved an amazing collection of goods for homeless and poorer families in North Solihull. We invite you to do the same during the Sundays of Lent please. The container will be in the Narthex for collecting tins of: stews, casseroles, corned beef, spam, pies, soups, rice, puddings, potatoes, sweet corn, tomatoes, peas, baked beans, spaghetti, custard, fruit, hot dogs, meatballs, fish; packets of pasta, milk, sugar, tea bags; jars of pasta sauce, jam, spreads; toiletries – soap, shower gels, toothpaste, deodorant, toilet rolls. Thank you!
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10.02.2013
Welcome
We welcome Bishop Jacob Manathodath, Bishop of Palghat to celebrate mass for us. He is Father Soji’s Diocesan Bishop
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10.02.2013
New Mass Setting
The instrumental group are introducing a new Mass setting this week in order to bring us fully into line with the liturgical requirements of the New Mass. It has been written by the well-known writer Mike Stanley and is being sung in many other parishes already. The one exception is the ‘Lamb of God’ where we are sticking with Chris Kearl’s Mass which is already ‘compliant’. We hope you enjoy the new settings. Please do join in!
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06.02.2013
Parish Pastoral Council
There will be a meeting in the Parish Room at 7.30pm on Wednesday, 6th February
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20.01.2013
Message from Father Hudson's Society
A message from Tim Bradford, Chief Executive. “I am writing to say how much we appreciate the generosity of the parishioners of Blessed Robert Grissold in once again providing wonderful Christmas presents for those in need who we care for. Please pass on our particular thanks to Maureen Carroll for organising these donations, which will be distributed to individuals and families by our School Based Family Support Workers.”
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15.01.2013
Maintenance Committee
There will be a meeting in the Parish Room at 8.00pm this Tuesday, 15th January
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14.01.2013
Bon Voyage!
On 14th January, Father Soji leaves for a three week visit to India. We wish him every happiness as he spends time with family, friends and colleagues during his stay there
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06.01.2013
Carol Service Highlights
Highlights of our carol service, held on the 16th December 2012, are now available on our website. Click the link to find out more.
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06.01.2013
Parish Giving Tree
Many thanks to Our Parish Youth who decorated Our Tree. They did a wonderful job. It looked great. Over 40 gifts were donated. The children’s gifts were taken to Father Hudson’s Society in Coleshill. The rest were distributed by Our Young People, together with their parents, to homes in the parish. Very many thanks to those who gave gifts and those who distributed them. May God bless you all.
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06.01.2013
Christmas Helping Hands Appeal
We have received a message from Dr Jan Smart, Chief Executive, Renewal Christian Centre regarding the Advent collection of groceries and cosmetics, etc. “Please pass our sincere thanks onto your Church for their generous donation to Helping Hands
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31.12.2012
Syromalabar Mass for New Year
This New Year Mass for the Kerala Community and anyone who wishes to attend will take place at 11.00pm on 31st December
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30.12.2012
Message from Father Soji
A big thank you for all the support you gave me this year and also for the Christmas donation.
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25.12.2012
Father Soji's Christmas Message
Click on the link to the left to view Father Soji's Christmas message to the parish.
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25.12.2012
Christmas 2012 Newsletter available
Our Christmas Newsletter is now available. Click on the link to view our list of seasonal newsletters to date and scroll down to access the Christmas 2012 newsletter to find out what's been happening in our parish since Easter 2012. You will need to download and install Adobe Reader first though!
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16.12.2012
Carol Service
This year’s service is on Sunday, 16th December at 6.00pm. This is always a very joyful event, with music from the choir, readings and traditional carols for everyone to sing – followed by mince pies and mulled wine in the Parish Room. Put the date in your diary!
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25.11.2012
Millennium Project
Our 50th ‘Breakfast’ will be on Sunday 25th November and it will be FREE to all our Parishioners. This will be a thank you to everyone for your support and generosity over almost 14 years. Please make a note of this in your diary.....more details later
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19.11.2012
Father Sebastian visits
Father Sebastian will be visiting us between 19th and 30th November
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16.11.2012
Parish Dinner at Mckees Brasserie, Haig’s Hotel
Today is your last opportunity to book for the dinner. The cost for a two course meal will be £9.00 per person, including gratuities. If you are interested in joining us please give your name, together with a £5.00 deposit to Maureen Carroll or Joe Martin after mass. Balance of payments should be paid by next Sunday.
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08.11.2012
Parish Pastoral Council
The next meeting will take place in the Parish Room this Thursday 8th November following Mass at 7.30pm. All parishioners are welcome to attend.
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07.11.2012
Get-together
Get-together meets this Wednesday 7th November at 11.00am in the Parish Room for coffee, cake and a chat
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04.11.2012
Christmas Raffle
It is that time again, when we are looking for raffle prizes. If you are willing to donate a prize please give your name to Pam Martin who will be in the Narthex after mass. Please give the raffle your support – it would be helpful if every family could sell at least three books. Thank you
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20.10.2012
Parish Quiz Night
The annual Parish Quiz will be held on Saturday 20th October at 7.30pm. Tickets for this very popular event are on sale this week after mass for £8. This includes a meal of sausage, beans and a baked potato and a cash bar will also be available. Organise yourself into teams of 6 contestants and buy your tickets from Ian Clarke after mass.
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15.10.2012
Bible Classes
Bible Classes will take place in our church between 10.30am and 2.30pm on Monday 15th October, Monday 19th November, Wednesday 12th December, Wednesday 2nd January, Thursday 14th February, Tuesday 5th March, Monday 8th April and Wednesday 8th May. Members of the parish and of the Keralan community are welcome to attend
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14.10.2012
Bacon Breakfast
There will be a bacon breakfast after mass next Sunday 14th October; prepared by men of the parish for parish funds
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14.10.2012
HCPT News
HCPT Christmas cards will be on sale from next Sunday, the 14th October. There will also be a coffee evening on Thursday 22nd November
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14.10.2012
Church Boiler
After 18 years our main boiler has given up the ghost. We need to install a new boiler (at a cost of approx. £1,000) without delay. If you have not yet committed to increasing your gift aid offertory donation or have yet to establish a regular donation, please consider doing so while enjoying your bacon butties after mass. Thank you
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13.10.2012
The Year of Faith
Pope Benedict is launching the Year of Faith beginning on 11th October and finishing 24th November 2013. The dates coincide with the 50th anniversary of the 2nd Vatican Council and the 20th anniversary of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. We are invited to find out more about the Year of Faith during one of the diocesan days listed on the parish notice board. These include Saturday, 13th October (9.30am to 3.30pm) at Christ the King Church, 14 Westhill Road, Coventry, CV6 2AA, when the keynote speaker will be Father Eddie Claire from the Department for Parish and Family Catechesis
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13.10.2012
Simply Entertaining
Simply Purple and Friends will be giving a concert in St Peter’s Hall at 7.30pm on Saturday, 13th October, in aid of Action Medical Research for Children, For Life’. Tickets at £12.50 each, which includes a ‘Sit Down’ hot meal and a Welcome Drink, are available from Linda Chesshire
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07.10.2012
Collections
We are very pleased at the response to the recent invitation to increase your weekly offertory and understand there are some who still intend to return their standing order amendment forms. Gift Aid declaration forms are available in the Narthex
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07.10.2012
Alpha Course 2012
Our Parish Alpha Course has started, but it is not too late to take part. If you are interested please speak with David Green, Bysshe Gibbs or Godfrey Chesshire after mass. Please pray for those attending the course
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07.10.2012
Harvest Mass
On Sunday 7th October, we will be holding this year’s Harvest Festival Mass at 9.30am. As usual we would like the parish to collect food and other useful items for the SIFA Fireside Centre for redistribution to those in need in the Birmingham area. SIFA Fireside works alongside those who are socially excluded or disadvantaged, addressing alcohol issues and homelessness and empowering and supporting people to meet their short and long term goals. There is a list of items that the Fireside Centre requires on the Parish Noticeboard opposite the toilets. Please could you place the donations in boxes for easy carriage and, if possible, decorate any boxes you bring. Boxes should be brought to Church on the morning of the 7th October and will be brought up to the Altar during the offertory procession. If you have any queries, please contact Ian Clarke on 01676 533 931
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27.09.2012
Healing Mass
There is a healing mass this Thursday, 27th September – 5.00 pm intercession, 5.30 rosary, 6.00 mass, 7.00 worship and laying on of hands, 7.30 preaching the word of God, 8.15 adoration. PLease come along!
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26.09.2012
Alpha Course 2012
Our Parish Alpha Course starts this Wednesday 26th September. It is not too late to take part. If you are interested please speak with David Green, Bysshe Gibbs or Godfrey Chesshire after mass.
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23.09.2012
Quavers (junior choir)
Choir practice will start on Sunday 23rd September, 10.30 - 11 am. Practices are held every Sunday during term-time. If you are between 6 and 11 years old and like singing, why not come along!
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23.09.2012
Millennium Project
Our 49th Breakfast last Sunday raised £153 and our thanks go to everyone who helped, gave donations and supported this event. The £153 will have a spending power of £760 in Peru and Fr Ed will put it to good use in the new projects he is organising to help the families of his Parish in Lima.
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23.09.2012
Altar Servers
We are looking for extra Altar Servers. Any children who have made their first Holy Communion and would like to serve please give their names after mass to Joe Martin or Dominic Green, who will arrange training
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16.09.2012
Millennium Project
Our 49th Breakfast will be on Sunday 16th September after Mass, everyone is welcome so please come and join us. There will be the usual menu of orange juice, warm croissants, pain au chocolat, toast, butter, jam, tea /coffee all for a donation of £2. The cost has not changed and there will be a chance to meet and chat with other parishioners
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16.09.2012
Senior Choir
Choir practice will start from next Sunday 16th September and will run every Sunday from 11 am to 12 noon. If you enjoy singing, come and join us - no previous choir experience is necessary!
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14.09.2012
Lourdes
Maureen will be in Lourdes from 14th. to 21st. September. She will be staying at Hosanna House in Bartres, just outside Lourdes. She is willing to take your intentions and will light candles for you if you so wish. Please do so by Wednesday September 12th. Thank you.
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05.09.2012
The Get together of Older Parishioners
We shall meet next Wednesday 5 September at The Church for 12p.m.prompt for an Outing including lunch to The Black Boy, Warwick Road, Knowle. Let us hope the sun will shine
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04.09.2012
Maintenance Committee Meeting
The next Maintenance Committee meeting will be held on Tuesday 4th September at 8.00 pm. in the Parish Room
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28.08.2012
Finance Committee Meeting
There will be a Finance Committee meeting on Tuesday 28th August at 8.00 pm. after mass in the Parish Room
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08.07.2012
Happy Birthday Maureen
Today we are celebrating Maureen Carroll's 80th Birthday which was on June 23rd. Everyone is welcome to share a piece of cake with Maureen after Mass to celebrate this momentous occasion
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07.07.2012
St George and St Teresa Summer Fun Day
The St George & St Teresa summer fun day will be held on 7th July 2012.
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01.07.2012
St George and St Teresa Raffle Tickets
Raffle tickets for St George & St Teresa's summer raffle will be available for purchase from this Sunday. Tickets are £1 each and there are some very good prizes. See Kathryn Driffield for details.
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28.06.2012
Healing Mass
Next healing mass is on 28th June at 6pm
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25.06.2012
1st Holy Communion photos available
Aditya John Paul, Alex Sutherland, Daniel Green and Jacob O’Brien received their 1st Holy Communion during Mass on the 17th June 2012. Photos from the event are now available on this website. Click on the link to the left to see more.
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17.06.2012
Afternoon Tea
The Friends of the Holy Land Kenilworth are hosting an “Afternoon Tea” in the garden of 31 Beehive Hill, Kenilworth on Sunday 17th June from 3pm. Tickets £6, Family £12. A Grand Draw will also be held, Tickets £1. All proceeds go towards supporting Christians in the Holy Land. For further information contact Pam Highton Tel. 01926 859532
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17.06.2012
Parish Supper
Many thanks to all who helped with and participated in the very enjoyable and successful Parish Supper, particularly those who helped with the catering. We made a profit of £471.73. Well done ! Thanks especially to Anne Dodd, Judith & Bysshe and Maureen, plus Linda for remembering that the bread was still in the oven!!!
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17.06.2012
Afternoon Tea
The Friends of the Holy Land Kenilworth are hosting an “Afternoon Tea” in the garden of 31 Beehive Hill, Kenilworth today from 3pm. Tickets £6, Family £12. A Grand Draw will also be held, Tickets £1. All proceeds go towards supporting Christians in the Holy Land. For further information contact Pam Highton Tel. 01926 859532
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10.06.2012
Jubilee Celebrations
Well done to our Choir who represented the Parish last Tuesday in the 'Tent of Tranquility'. The singing was excellent and helped to lift the mood on an otherwise rather wet occasion. We have also brought the Prayer Tree from the ‘Tent of Tranquility’ into the Narthex. Please take a card to write your own prayer and attach it to the tree.
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10.06.2012
Extra Church Warden/Welcome Visitors
We are looking for some extra wardens to join our other teams to help give the Mass books out before Mass and to welcome our visitors. It only comes round every eight weeks so if you are willing to help can you please see Joe Martin after Mass.
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05.06.2012
Churches Together Jubill Celebrations
Our church will be represented in the 'Tent of Tranquility' where you can relax away from the activities. The tent, organised by members of Churches Together in Balsall & Berkswell, will include a prayer tree and our choir will be singing from 3.35 to 3.50pm.(times in the Bugle are incorrect). More information is available in the Bugle, or from Louise, John and Godfrey.
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03.06.2012
Alpha Course
The team of people organising this Autumn’s Alpha Course have started to meet up in order to make the necessary preparations. They still need a few extra people so if you are willing to help please speak to David Green after mass or call him on 01564 775155
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31.05.2012
Prayer Group
The Prayer Group will meet this Thursday 31st May at 2.30pm at 2 Byfield Place, Windmill Lane. Everyone is very welcome
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24.05.2012
Healing Mass
The next evening healing service will be this Thursday 24 May - Commencing at: 5pm. Intercessory prayers, 5.30 Rosary, 6pm Mass followed by laying on of hands for those who are unable to stay for the rest of the service, 7pm Singing, 7.30 Talk, 8pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and 8.30pm. Laying on of hands, followed by tea and coffee. Please feel free to attend all or part of the service
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20.05.2012
Millennium Project
Our 48th Breakfast last Sunday raised £150 and our thanks go to everyone who helped, gave donations and supported this event. We will add £15 to this amount which was raised from ‘Christmas card to the Parish’ last December. The £165 will have a spending power of just over £800 in Peru and be certain that Fr Ed will put it to good use in caring for the poor people of his Parish in Lima.
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20.05.2012
Cake sale
A very sincere & big "thank you" to all who made/gave cakes for The Cake Sale last Sunday, and all those who bought them. They all went. A very special "thank you" to James for his contribution. Ann Dodd was the lucky winner! The grand total was £150.60 of which James' contribution was £ 11.50. Well done James! If anyone is interested in buying his Cook Book, please speak to him. He still has some left.
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16.05.2012
Discussion paper for Parishes following the Lent 2012 Pastoral letter on future planning
Please view this document on the birminghamdiocese.org.uk web site and come together and discuss its implications at church on Wednesday 16 May, 7.30pm
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13.05.2012
Confirmation Mass 2012
The photos from our recent Confirmation Mass are now available on this website. Click on the link to the left to view them.
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26.04.2012
Healing Service
On 26th April from 6pm to 9pm, you are invited to a healing service at our church. It will include preaching the Word of God, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Confession followed by Healing Mass. Click on the link for more details
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25.04.2012
Parish Pastoral Council Meeting
The minutes of the parish council meeting held on Wednesday 25 April are now available. Click on the link to access them.
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22.04.2012
Friends of the Holy Land
Following the presentation on the FHL by Peter Rand before Christmas, he is returning on Sunday 22 April to show a DVD “Hidden Bethlehem” after the 9.30 Mass. It is a very moving short film of what it is like to be a Christian in the City. Peter will also talk about how you can support the FHL. Please come and hear how you can sustain the Christian community, the ‘Living stones of our Faith’.
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15.04.2012
Divine Mercy Sunday
We have Divine Mercy Devotions from 3pm to 4pm at St. Peter’s Church, Dormer Place, Leamington Spa, CV32 6AF. There will be exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with leaflets on this devotion available on the day. For further information on the Divine Mercy, click on the link.
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08.04.2012
Easter Clergy Offerings
There will be a second collection at Easter for our Priest Father Soji. Envelopes will be available at the back of church
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08.04.2012
Easter Message from Father Soji
Father Soji has written an Easter message for everyone accessing our website, our parishioners and their friends. Click on the link to the left to view this message.
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08.04.2012
Easter 2012 Newsletter available
Our Easter 2012 Newsletter is now available in Church and as a download from this website. This issue covers what's hapenned in our parish since Christmas 2011. Click on the link to view the newsletter.
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05.04.2012
Eucharistic Ministers
A reminder that all Eucharistic Ministers renew Their Commitment during Mass on Holy Thursday April 5th. at 7.30pm. If you are not able to be there, please let Father Soji or Maureen know
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01.04.2012
Easter Mass Times
Click on the link to the left to see the mass times over the Christmas period. Parishioners and visitors warmly welcome.
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25.03.2012
Taize Service
Silence, simplicity, singing. Time to reflect, brief prayers and readings, no distractions. Come and join us this evening, Sunday 25th March at 6pm in church. Everyone is welcome.
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04.03.2012
Millennium Breakfast
Our Breakfast last Sunday raised £93 and we were given £27 in donations making a total of £120. We counted £45 from our Bottle and so Fr Ed will be receiving a cheque for £165 very soon. He will be delighted-this has the spending power of £825 in Peru
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02.03.2012
Women’s World Day of Prayer
The Churches Together in Balsall and Berkswell celebration of the international Women’s World Day of Prayer will take place this year in St Peter’s Church on Friday 3rd March at 7.30pm. All are welcome – women, men and young people
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01.03.2012
H.C.P.T. The Pilgrimage Trust Group 83
A Coffee Evening with Raffle will take place in our Parish Hall on Thursday 1st March. More details will follow at a later date. It is hoped that the Raffle Tickets will be available soon
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26.02.2012
Millennium Project
Our next Breakfast will be on Sunday 26th February. Everyone is welcome so please make a note of the date in your diary. More details to follow
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23.02.2012
Parish Council
The next meeting of the Parish Council will be on Thursday 23rd February at 7.30pm in the Parish Room – all are welcome
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15.02.2012
Prayer Group
The next prayer meeting will be on Wednesday 15th February at 2.30pm at 14, Arden Close, Balsall Common. Everyone will be very welcome
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08.02.2012
Parish Finance Committee
The next meeting of the Finance Committee is this Wednesday 8th February at 7.30pm in the Parish Room.
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01.02.2012
Get Together
The next Older Parishioners Get Together will be this Wednesday 1st February at 10.30 am in the Parish Room. Do come and join us for coffee, cakes and a chat
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29.01.2012
100 Club
Subscriptions for 2012 are now due, and Chris Burleigh and John McLellan will be available after Mass, to renew your membership
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13.01.2012
House Prayer Meeting
The next prayer meeting is at 6pm on Friday 13th January at the home of Bysshe and Judith Gibbs – 2 Byfield Place, Windmill Lane. Everyone is welcome
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11.01.2012
Confirmation Classes
The classes for our young people who are preparing to receive the sacrament of confirmation will re-commence on Wednesday 11th January
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05.01.2012
Diocesan Youth Ministry
The deadline for applications for the appointment of two new Youth Ministry Development Workers for the dioceses has been extended to January 5th 2012. Please see www.bcys.co.uk for further information, or phone Peter Lucas on 07971 643648
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04.01.2012
Older Parishioners Get Together
Our next Get Together will be this Wednesday 4th January at 11.30am in the Parish Room. Join us for soup and a sweet!
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03.01.2012
Parish Council
There is a meeting of the Parish Council on Tuesday 3rd January after evening mass
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01.01.2012
Thank you from Fr Soji
Fr Soji would like to say thank you to all for your generous Christmas gift in the second collections on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
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01.01.2012
Greetings from Fr Sebastian
Fr Sebastian sends his best wishes to all parishioners. He can be contacted by email at sebastianarikat@gmail.com or by telephone (in India!) on 0091-949-6289676
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01.01.2012
Second Collection for Pope’s Visit
As a Parish we have been asked to contribute £560 towards the outstanding cost of the Pope’s Visit so there will be a second collection next week and the following week for this. Please be generous
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01.01.2012
Maintenance Committee
We are forming a maintenance committee to coordinate the work in the church, house and grounds. If you are willing to serve on this, can you please give your name to Joe Martin. It is planned to have only four meeting a year
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31.12.2011
New Year’s Eve Syro-Malabar mass
A mass for the Keralan community, in their own Syro-Malabar rite, will be held in our church on New Year’s Eve at 11pm
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25.12.2011
Christmas Newsletter
Our Christmas 2011 newsletter is now available on the website. Click on the link to the left to be taken to the page from which it can be downloaded. Paper copies will be available at our Christmas services.
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25.12.2011
Christmas Raffle
A big thank you to all who supported the Christmas Raffle by donating prizes and buying tickets. We raised the grand sum of £808 towards the parish funds. The list of those who won prizes is on the church notice board.
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25.12.2011
Christmas Giving Tree
Thank you for your generosity in donating gifts for our Christmas Giving Tree, there were 42 gifts in total. 16 of these were gratefully received by Father Hudson’s Society in Coleshill. The remaining gifts were distributed to the elderly and housebound o
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25.12.2011
Mass arrangements during January
Fr Soji is visiting the Holy Land from 4th – 12th January, and is then going to Kerala from 15th January – 4th February. Fr Jomon will say Sunday mass for us while Fr Soji is away. There will be no First Friday mass in January
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20.12.2011
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Fr Soji will be available to hear confessions on Tuesday 20th December after 7.30pm mass
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20.12.2011
Christmas Mass Times
Click on the link to the left to see out mass times over Christmas
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