Newsletter

SUNDAY 31st August 2025,

TWENTY SECOND SUNDAY Year C

Readings: Ecclesiasticus 3:17-29 Psalm 67, Hebrews 12:18-24, Luke 14:1-14

 

Sat  30th August     17.30 Confessions

                                18.00                Frances Walliser RIP (Foundation)

 

Sun  31st August   TWENTY SECOND SUNDAY Year C 

                                08.30                 Matthew Bhalla (Bhalla)                  

                                10.30                  Emmanuel Addo RIP (Asaam)

 

Mon.  1st Sep          09.15     Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 

                                10.00            Greta Lowney RIP (Sheehan)

 

Tues   2nd Sep        09.15   Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 

                                10.00                        Private Intention (Connolly)            

 

Wed    3^rd Sep         09.15  Gregory   Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 

                                10.00  the Great          Victor & Sylvia Jeyaseelan (Jeyaseelan)

 

Fri       5th Sep         09.15      Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

                                10.00                        Beatrice Walliser (Foundation)

 

Sat      6th Sep         17.30      Confessions

    18.00                        Holy Souls (Jeyaseelan)

 

Sun     7th Sep          TWENTY THIRD SUNDAY Year C 

                                 08.30                        Betty McCartney (Traynor)             

     10.30                         Asaam Family (Asaam)                  

Please join us in the Hall for refreshments after the 10.30 mass.           

 

LIVE STREAMING OF MASSES ON THE WEBSITE

All masses are streamed via the link:

Recordings are available. The Sunday sermon is also in print on the website.

 

MASS INTENTIONS

You are invited to ask for masses to be offered for your intentions. Please use the envelopes in the foyer to indicate the intention and to enclose a mass offering. Give them to Fr Doug or post them through the presbytery door.

 

FINANCES   

Many thanks for your offertory collection                                                                       £ 980.23        

Bank Payments to RCAS Bexley, Sort code 51 70 14, Account 01831763

Card Payment: Machine located in the foyer.

Gift Aid Please join the GIFT AID scheme – Forms available in the foyer. 

            

OUR PARISH HALL

Our hall is available for hire. Please email bexley@rcaos.org.uk at ANY time and our secretary will get back to you. Prices: £35 per hour on weekdays, £40 per hour at weekends

 

Newsletter: Please copy notices to Fr Doug by the previous Wednesday

 

Dear Parishioners,

 

We had another wedding here this week which was wonderful. There was more rice and less confetti, which was good too! But a wedding offers everyone a lot of hope. The fact that two young people with so much to learn and experience in the future are prepared to entrust the rest of their lives to each other is truly amazing. They do know that there will be difficulties ahead but they have little idea as to what they will be. And still, they each give away the rest of their life. They both expect to receive a good deal from the other but there is no guarantee. Giving your life up for another unconditionally, is such a wonderful thing to do, that you’d think Jesus would have done it – oh, but he did!   –       Which reminds me, could those celebrating their diamond wedding this October please contact me.

                     God Bless,                                                Fr Doug 

 

CONGRATULATIONS

Harry Santiago Goldsmith, will be baptised & then receive Holy Communion for the first time this Sunday. Congratulations to you, Harry and to your family. Thank you on behalf of us all, to Harry’s catechist.

 

LIVE SIMPLY

On this Friday, 5^th September, at 7.00, we will be concluding our Parish Live Simply Campaign. We will celebrate the Jubilee Year of Pilgrimage with a film on the Camino. Free of charge. All are welcome. Refreshments from 6.30.

 

CHILDREN’S BOOKS

We have a number of books on religious themes that children may enjoy reading or looking at. They are now in the foyer for you to take away free of charge.

More will be made available in due course.

 

JANE BUHL RIP

Please pray for Jane. Her funeral will be on Monday 15^th September at 10.00 

 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY  

The Children’s Liturgy Group will resume next Sunday, 7th September.  If you enjoy supporting children and want to give something back to the church community please consider volunteering as a Children’s Liturgy catechist.  More info from Father Doug or Angela Underwood. 

 

MARCH FOR LIFE UK 

Join the march on Saturday 6th Sept in London! The right to life underpins every other right we have and without it every other right is rendered meaningless. Abortion denies the most vulnerable in our society their most basic right, the right to life, which is why this year’s theme is ‘Human Rights for All Humans’. Unite with thousands of others at this family-friendly event where we recognise the value of life from conception and stand up for all those who have been impacted by abortion. Find out more at marchforlife.co.uk or email info@marchforlife.co.uk

 

THE ARCHBISHOP’S CERTIFICATE: 

A lifechanging opportunity for those who desire to know Jesus more intimately.

The Archbishop’s Certificate is a two-year online course for all in Southwark and beyond who wish to understand their faith more profoundly and be able to share it with confidence and joy. 
The course will commence on 18 October 2025 and the cost will be £400 per year. For registration and further details: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/archcert 

SUNDAY 24th August 2025

TWENTY FIRST SUNDAY Year C

Readings: Isaiah 66:18-21 Psalm 116, Hebrews 12:5-13, Luke 13:22-30

 

Sat  23rd August    17.30    Confessions

  18.00                 Terry Frogley RIP (Frogley)

 

Sun  24^th August    TWENTY FIRST SUNDAY Year C 

                              08.30                  Fr George Torre RIP (Foundation)                       

  10.30                    William Dawson Asaam RIP (Asaam)      

 

Mon 25^th August    09.15                   Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 

                             10.00                  Extended Harrington Family (Sheehan)

 

Tues 26^th August   09.15       Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

                             10.00                    Seriously Ill Parishioners (Crump) 

 

Wed 27^th August   09.15  Monica   Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament  

                             10.00                    Dunning & Wheatley Families RIP (Wheatley)

 

Fri   29th August   09.15  Passion of John  Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament  

                             10.00  The Baptist         Ellan Gillygan (Martin) 

 

Sat  30th August 17.30       Confessions

18.00                      Frances Walliser (Foundation)

 

Sun   31st August   TWENTY SECOND SUNDAY Year C 

                              08.30                    Matthew Bhalla (Bhalla)                  

  10.30                    Emmanuel Addo RIP (Asaam)                  

 

Please join us in the Hall for refreshments after the 10.30 mass.           

 

LIVE STREAMING OF MASSES ON THE WEBSITE

All masses are streamed via the link:

Recordings are available. The Sunday sermon is also in print on the website.

 

MASS INTENTIONS

You are invited to ask for masses to be offered for your intentions. Please use the envelopes in the foyer to indicate the intention and to enclose a mass offering. Give them to Fr Doug or post them through the presbytery door.

 

FINANCES   

Many thanks for your offertory collection:                       £ 879.04        

Bank Payments to RCAS Bexley, Sort code 51 70 14, Account 01831763

Card Payment: Machine located in the foyer.

Gift Aid Please join the GIFT AID scheme – Forms available in the foyer. 

            

OUR PARISH HALL

Our hall is available for hire. Please email bexley@rcaos.org.uk at ANY time and our secretary will get back to you. Prices: £35 per hour on weekdays, £40 per hour at weekends

 

Newsletter: Please copy notices to Fr Doug by the previous Wednesday

 

Dear Parishioners,

It has been a long hot summer but I found myself in need of a jumper one evening this week and we even have the end of August appearing on the mass schedule overleaf. Time passes!

And that seems to me to be a joyous thing. It is a privilege to pass through the summer and indeed every season, adapting to the changes in temperature and in the length of night and day. Living through the year is more dynamic than merely existing through the year, like some piece of furniture. We engage fully with it. The difficulties and challenges that we face somehow take their place within all of that. Never, should we say: Stop the world, I want to get off. Rather, should we pray: Thank you Lord, for the life you grant me. I wouldn’t trade it for anyone else’s.

                                                                God Bless,                  Fr Doug 

 

LIVE SIMPLY

On the evening of Friday 5^th September, at 6.30, we will be concluding our Parish Live Simply Campaign. An official from CAFOD will be present. We will then be enjoying some social time and view a film together. All are welcome.

 

JANE BUHL RIP

Please pray for Jane. Her funeral will be on Monday 15^th September at 10.00 

 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY  

The Children’s Liturgy Group will resume on Sunday 7th September 2025.  If you enjoy supporting children and want to give something back to the church community please consider volunteering as a Children’s Liturgy catechist.  More info from Father Doug or Angela Underwood. 

 

MARCH FOR LIFE UK 

Join the march on Saturday 6th Sept in London! The right to life underpins every other right we have and without it every other right is rendered meaningless. Abortion denies the most vulnerable in our society their most basic right, the right to life, which is why this year’s theme is ‘Human Rights for All Humans’. Unite with thousands of others at this family-friendly event where we recognise the value of life from conception and stand up for all those who have been impacted by abortion. Find out more at marchforlife.co.uk or email info@marchforlife.co.uk

 

THE ARCHBISHOP’S CERTIFICATE: 

A lifechanging opportunity for those who desire to know Jesus more intimately.

The Archbishop’s Certificate is a two-year online course for all in Southwark and beyond who wish to understand their faith more profoundly and be able to share it with confidence and joy. 
The course will commence on 18 October 2025 and the cost will be £400 per year. For registration and further details: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/archcert 

 

CATHOLIC CERTIFICATE IN RELIGIOUS STUDIES begins in November 2025.

The CCRS is an internationally recognised qualification that provides participants with an understanding of the teachings of the Catholic faith. It enhances the understanding that education within the Church is a life-long process leading to greater intimacy with Jesus Christ.  This course presents the foundational teachings of the Church in a manner that is captivating, inspiring, and applicable.  Participants will be equipped to make informed and practical contributions to their chosen field of ministry within the Church. Visit aec.rcaos.org.uk/ccrs for further information. 

SUNDAY 17th August 2025,

TWENTIETH SUNDAY Year C

Readings: Jeremiah 38:4-10 Psalm 39, Hebrews 12:1-4, Luke 12:49-53

 

Sat   16^th August  17.30     Confessions

 18.00                     Kathy Connolly (Fogarty)

 

Sun 17^th August        TWENTIETH SUNDAY Year C 

                            08.30                                                                

10.30               Antony Moffat RIP (Moffat)           

 

Mon 18^th August  09.15           Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament  

                            10.00            The Sheehan Family (Sheehan)

 

Tues 19^th August  09.15          Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 

                             10.00                   Jane Buhl RIP (Connolly)  

 

Wed 20^th August   09.15  Bernard   Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 

                             10.00                Michael & Kate Dunning RIP (Wheatley)

 

Fri  22nd August    09.15  Queenship Of Mary   Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 

                            10.00                    Christina Anim RIP (Asaam) 

 

Sat 16^th August    17.30   Confessions

18.00              Terry Frogley RIP (Frogley)

 

Sun 17^th August        TWENTY FIRST SUNDAY Year C 

                            08.30                    Fr George Torre RIP (Foundation)              

10.30                   William Dawson Asaam RIP (Asaam)                  

Please join us in the Hall for refreshments after the 10.30 mass.

 

LIVE STREAMING OF MASSES ON THE WEBSITE

All masses are streamed via the link:

Recordings are available. The Sunday sermon is also in print on the website.

 

MASS INTENTIONS

You are invited to ask for masses to be offered for your intentions. Please use the envelopes in the foyer to indicate the intention and to enclose a mass offering. Give them to Fr Doug or post them through the presbytery door.

 

FINANCES       

Many thanks for your offertory collection                                                 £ 1015.15 

Bank Payments to RCAS Bexley, Sort code 51 70 14, Account 01831763

Card Payment: Machine located in the foyer.

Gift Aid Please join the GIFT AID scheme – Forms available in the foyer. 

         

OUR PARISH HALL:  Our hall is available for hire. Please email bexley@rcaos.org.uk at ANY time and our secretary will get back to you. Prices: £35 per hour on weekdays, £40 per hour at weekends

 

Newsletter: Please copy notices to Fr Doug by the previous Wednesday

 

Dear Parishioners,

Welcome to the family and friends of Jack McAlpine who are here today (Sunday) for Jack’s Confirmation into full membership of the Church. It is a happy occasion for us all.

                        God Bless,                                Fr Doug 

 

JANE BUHL RIP

Please pray for Jane, (Joan Aspeek’s daughter) who died on Thursday

 

CONGRATULATIONS

Jack McAlpine is to be received into the Church at 10.30 Mass this Sunday. We offer a warm welcome.

 

LIVE SIMPLY

On the evening of Friday 5^th September, we will be concluding our Parish Live Simply Campaign. An official from CAFOD will be presenting the parish with an award. We will then be enjoying some social time and view a film together. All are welcome.

 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY  

The Children’s Liturgy Group will resume on Sunday 7th September 2025.  If you enjoy supporting children and want to give something back to the church community please consider volunteering as a Children’s Liturgy catechist.  More info from Father Doug or Angela Underwood. 

 

SANCTUARY REFLECTION DAYS

My Soul Rests – 23^rd August 11 to 3pm – Rest and rejuvenate, refresh the spirit and reflect God’s love to all.  To book: sanctuaryakwaaba@gmail.com or call/ text 07977 978536

 

MARCH FOR LIFE UK 

Join the march on Saturday 6th Sept in London! The right to life underpins every other right we have and without it every other right is rendered meaningless. Abortion denies the most vulnerable in our society their most basic right, the right to life, which is why this year’s theme is ‘Human Rights for All Humans’. Unite with thousands of others at this family-friendly event where we recognise the value of life from conception and stand up for all those who have been impacted by abortion. Find out more at marchforlife.co.uk or email info@marchforlife.co.uk

 

THE ARCHBISHOP’S CERTIFICATE: 

A lifechanging opportunity for those who desire to know Jesus more intimately.

The Archbishop’s Certificate is a two-year online course for all in Southwark and beyond who wish to understand their faith more profoundly and be able to share it with confidence and joy. 
The course will commence on 18 October 2025 and the cost will be £400 per year. For registration and further details: https://aec.rcaos.org.uk/archcert 

 

CATHOLIC CERTIFICATE IN RELIGIOUS STUDIES begins in November 2025.

The CCRS is an internationally recognised qualification that provides participants with an understanding of the teachings of the Catholic faith. It enhances the understanding that education within the Church is a life-long process leading to greater intimacy with Jesus Christ.  This course presents the foundational teachings of the Church in a manner that is captivating, inspiring, and applicable.  Participants will be equipped to make informed and practical contributions to their chosen field of ministry within the Church. Visit aec.rcaos.org.uk/ccrs for further information.