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Dear Friends, In today’s Gospel the humble widow offered to God her two small coins, all she had to live on. In the Eucharist Jesus really gives himself to us together with all that we need to live on. On whose side do we see ourselves: that of the scribes who wish to give the appearance of generosity while only disposing of some of their surplus, or that of the poor widow … [Read more...] about Newsletter 08.11.15.

Dear Friends, Today is the Feast of All Saints. We celebrate the holy men and women who have triumphed over sin and temptation showing us how to be true disciples. In particular we recognise what God has done in the lives of frail human beings. When the Church celebrates saints she is celebrating what God has done for the numberless children who have been begotten in the … [Read more...] about Newsletter 01.11.15.

Dear Friends, This Sunday at 5 pm the Journey of Faith will begin in the parish hall. It is primarily for anyone who wishes to know more about the Catholic Church and its teachings but it is also open to parishioners who would like to have a ‘refresher’ course in their faith. I will be leading the meetings which will take place once a month and last about an hour. They will … [Read more...] about Newsletter 25.10.15.

Dear Friends, Next Sunday at 5 pm the Journey of Faith will begin in the parish hall. It is primarily for anyone who wishes to know more about the Catholic Church and its teachings but it is also open to parishioners who would like to have a ‘refresher’ course in their faith. The meetings will take place once a month and last about an hour. So everyone is welcome. This … [Read more...] about Newsletter 18.10.15.

Dear Friends, ‘What must I do?’ the wealthy young man asks. A question that we all ask at some time. The answer for the young man was to put aside the security that his wealth gave him and embark on the uncharted territory of being a disciple free from possessions. He had come so far: he was clearly a good person. But what Jesus was asking was too much - the cost of being a … [Read more...] about Newsletter 11.10.15.