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TUESDAY EVENING ADORATION
The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed for Adoration from 7pm – 9pm every Tuesday. Please join us.
"The time you spend with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament is the best time that you will spend on earth. Each moment that you spend with Jesus will deepen your union with Him and make your soul everlastingly more glorious and beautiful in heaven, and will help bring about an everlasting peace on earth." St. Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa) |
Adoration Monday-Friday MorningPlease join us at 8am. Rosary after 10am Mass.
TEA & COFFEE IN HALLAfter 11am Sunday Mass at the Parish Hall.
LEGION OF MARYThe Legion of Mary meet on Thursday evenings at 7pm in the Parish Centre.
CHOIR PRACTICE
Thursday in the church
Children's PlaygroupTuesday 9-10am in the Parish Hall.
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ST TERESA’S PARISH OCTOBER MISSION
Starting on the Feast of St Teresa of the Child Jesus, Tuesday 1st October, the parish will be holding a Mission throughout the month of October.
The Mission is for Healing and Prayers for Peace in the Holy Land and World Peace.
Please sign up on the sheet in the porch so that we can ensure each hour is covered for Adoration.
- Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 6-9pm Monday to Friday
- Rosary & Meditation
- Anointing of the Sick 7.30pm-7.45pm
- Confession 8-8.30pm
- Holy Communion Service 8.45pm
The Mission is for Healing and Prayers for Peace in the Holy Land and World Peace.
Please sign up on the sheet in the porch so that we can ensure each hour is covered for Adoration.
CAFOD – Collections at all Masses 5th & 6th OctoberFamily Fast Day, Harvest Family Fast Day is on Friday 4 October. “If God helps and this work expands, I can do greater things” Daniel, 21
SECONDARY SCHOOL APPLICATION FORMSIf your child attends St Teresa’s primary, these forms will be collected by the school for Canon Michael to sign. If your child does NOT attend St Teresa’s, please bring your form into the parish office for Canon Michael to sign.
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MISSIO – World Mission Sunday 2024‘Go and invite everyone to the banquet’ cf. Matthew 22:9 Everyone deserves to experience God’s love!
World Mission Sunday is a globally celebrated moment of grace. It’s a chance to pray and give to support our sisters and brothers in Christ who live in areas of poverty, conflict, and oppression. JOIN THE CELEBRATION OF WORLD MISSION SUNDAY ON 20 OCTOBER 2024! And every penny, pound, and prayer you give to Missio helps missionaries everywhere continue their work. |
NEW EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS OF HOLY COMMUNIONPlease remember in your prayers all those who are about to be Commissioned as Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. Thank you to all those who have volunteered to be part of this ministry. Please collect a hard copy of the TAKE AND EAT booklet from the Sacristy and you will need to take this with you for your Commissioning on Saturday 12th October 10am at St Georges Cathedral, Southwark.
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DAY FOR PARISH READERS AND EUCHARITIC MINISTERSOn the new translation of the Lectionary, soon to be brought into use. Saturday 19th October, 11am – 4pm Sacred Heart Parish Wimbledon. Their parish Mass is at 10am for those who want it. Please bring a packed lunch; tea and coffee provided. Register directly through your parish office or via [email protected].
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NEW ALTAR SERVERS
Parent/ Carers must fill in a registration document, which will be available soon.
If you are applying, you must have received your First Holy Communion and must attend all five sessions starting on Saturday 9th November at 3pm. Sessions continue Saturdays 16th November, 23rd November, 30th November and Saturday 14th December. ALL new altar servers MUST serve at the 5.30pm Mass this day.
If you are applying, you must have received your First Holy Communion and must attend all five sessions starting on Saturday 9th November at 3pm. Sessions continue Saturdays 16th November, 23rd November, 30th November and Saturday 14th December. ALL new altar servers MUST serve at the 5.30pm Mass this day.
If you find it difficult to go to CONFESSION, this might HELP
My dear child,
Peace be with you!
I am here with you, ready to listen, forgive, and shower you with my Mercy. I bless you with courage and peace as you contemplate going to Confession, the Sacrament of Mercy. Trust in my infinite goodness and open your heart and mind to recall your sins.
Remember, recognising our shortcomings is a sign of humility and a step towards growth. Do not be discouraged, for I love you unconditionally and desire to see you in a State of Grace. Approach me with a sincere and contrite heart, and I will embrace you with open arms.
I am the Lord of Divine Mercy, and I am here to guide you through this journey of confession. Trust in My grace and allow Me to lead you toward reconciliation and spiritual renewal. May your confession be genuine and honest, bringing you closer to the State of Grace and PEACE that your beautiful Soul longs for.
Place your Trust in Me and I will guide you every step of the way. I am always ready to bestow my mercy upon you.
I'm waiting for you so is My Mercy.
Peace be with you!
I am here with you, ready to listen, forgive, and shower you with my Mercy. I bless you with courage and peace as you contemplate going to Confession, the Sacrament of Mercy. Trust in my infinite goodness and open your heart and mind to recall your sins.
Remember, recognising our shortcomings is a sign of humility and a step towards growth. Do not be discouraged, for I love you unconditionally and desire to see you in a State of Grace. Approach me with a sincere and contrite heart, and I will embrace you with open arms.
I am the Lord of Divine Mercy, and I am here to guide you through this journey of confession. Trust in My grace and allow Me to lead you toward reconciliation and spiritual renewal. May your confession be genuine and honest, bringing you closer to the State of Grace and PEACE that your beautiful Soul longs for.
Place your Trust in Me and I will guide you every step of the way. I am always ready to bestow my mercy upon you.
I'm waiting for you so is My Mercy.
STAYING IN ST HELIER HOSPITAL
Please remember if you or a member of your family is taken to hospital to ask the ward staff to inform the Roman Catholic Chaplain, Fr. Philip Pak or call him on 07477 545080. If Fr Philip knows you are in the hospital, he will ensure you receive a visit and Holy Communion if required.
Deceased & Sick
Please pray for those who have passed away recently, especially Anna Mandryk and Colleen Beale, remembering their families and friends and those who knew them. We also remember those with anniversaries at this time, those on our Parish Sick List, those in care homes, or housebound.
Please hear our prayer for:
Anne-Marie & Fred Mendonça, Moira Macklin, Maureen Flaherty, John McDonagh, Francesco Gargano, Patricia Jayasena, Jean Lue, Ruba Santipillai, Erika Geddes, Denise Waaldjk, Valerie Somerset, Leonard James Connolly, Thea Haddad, Brian Wratten, Ann Van Essen and Jane Turner, Kevin Mooney, John Mooney, Angela Patcheye, Leonard Paice, Ken and Margaret Peacock, Michael and Madge Durkan, Jocyln De Silva, Mary Jeanette Connaire, Mary Reilly, Alan O’Leary, Bill and June O’Keefe, Gerry Gillan, Eileen Stevens, Dave Herris, Gabriel Lyons, Tony London, Kevin McKeon, John Antao, Stella Carrasco, Gerald Pereira, Jason Sigalas, Reme Mills, Emilia Koharic, Vince & Edna Horwood, Tess Goldband, Baby Morse Dannatt, Edna Quigley Horwood, Dora Madisetti, Audra Wamsteker, Baby Jaxon Martin, Tania Awdo, Mary Anton Jeyaseelan, Lavinia von Kesmark, Kacey Logan, Mary Lee and Pope Francis.
If you wish to be prayed for on our Parish Sick List, please let us have your name.
Every First Friday we offer and remember you in Holy Mass. We also keep you in our daily prayer, our times of Adoration, Novenas and the Holy Rosary.
Dear parishioners, please continue to remember the Sick Clergy of the diocese and send out your blessing in prayer to all the Nations of the World, as they do their best to combat the pandemic and natural disasters that many nations are battling with at this time. THANK YOU!
Anne-Marie & Fred Mendonça, Moira Macklin, Maureen Flaherty, John McDonagh, Francesco Gargano, Patricia Jayasena, Jean Lue, Ruba Santipillai, Erika Geddes, Denise Waaldjk, Valerie Somerset, Leonard James Connolly, Thea Haddad, Brian Wratten, Ann Van Essen and Jane Turner, Kevin Mooney, John Mooney, Angela Patcheye, Leonard Paice, Ken and Margaret Peacock, Michael and Madge Durkan, Jocyln De Silva, Mary Jeanette Connaire, Mary Reilly, Alan O’Leary, Bill and June O’Keefe, Gerry Gillan, Eileen Stevens, Dave Herris, Gabriel Lyons, Tony London, Kevin McKeon, John Antao, Stella Carrasco, Gerald Pereira, Jason Sigalas, Reme Mills, Emilia Koharic, Vince & Edna Horwood, Tess Goldband, Baby Morse Dannatt, Edna Quigley Horwood, Dora Madisetti, Audra Wamsteker, Baby Jaxon Martin, Tania Awdo, Mary Anton Jeyaseelan, Lavinia von Kesmark, Kacey Logan, Mary Lee and Pope Francis.
If you wish to be prayed for on our Parish Sick List, please let us have your name.
Every First Friday we offer and remember you in Holy Mass. We also keep you in our daily prayer, our times of Adoration, Novenas and the Holy Rosary.
Dear parishioners, please continue to remember the Sick Clergy of the diocese and send out your blessing in prayer to all the Nations of the World, as they do their best to combat the pandemic and natural disasters that many nations are battling with at this time. THANK YOU!
MAY THEY REST IN PEACE AND RISE IN GLORY
Remember, Lord, those who have died and have gone before us marked with the sign of faith, especially those for whom we now pray:
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Theresa Mason RIP
Elaine Goldson-Rhule RIP Teresa Gomes RIP Patricia Perryman RIP Antonio Costa RIP John Richmond-D’Monte RIP Ann James RIP Anna Maria Reid RIP June Rose O’Bryne RIP Mary Jurkiewisz RIP Sheila Connolly RIP Ezra Halahakone RIP Sylvester Forya RIP Josephine Sheldrick RIP Margaret Leahy RIP Harry Bateman RIP Antonina Urbani RIP John Dias RIP Bella Harding RIP Darren Liddy RIP Irene Clare Matthews RIP Deborah Thorpe RIP |
Mark Ryan RIP
Anne Dunne RIP Patricia Kiely RIP Lizzie Corcoran RIP Albertas Ambotas RIP Peter Newbold RIP Jeffrey Myles RIP Theresa McGoldrick Pat McManus RIP Daniel Beazley RIP Dominick Kelly RIP Libera Marie Pereppi RIP Christopher Byrne RIP Neville Leonard Patrick RIP Maureen Smith RIP Peter Barry RIP Yana Bartkiv RIP Karl Anthony Lawson RIP Pamela (Kamala) Venkatasami RIP Michael Joseph Kearney RIP Patrick Michael Dillon RIP Julia Gomes RIP |
Southwark Diocese Clergy Deaths
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Deacon William Boyd RIP
Deacon Jim Hayes RIP Fr. Paul Sanders RIP Canon Richard Hearn RIP Fr. Paul Gibbons RIP Fr. Malachy Steenson CP, RIP Fr. Antony Logan RIP Fr. Denis Paul RIP Deacon Alan Bond RIP Bishop Howard Tripp RIP Canon Colm Acton RIP |
Fr. Richard Diala RIP
Fr. Michael Boland RIP Fr. Robert Copsey SOLT RIP Deacon Vincent Bowgett RIP Monsignor Edward Hill RIP Fr. John Hartley RIP Fr. Gordon Thompson RIP Deacon Michael Baldry RIP Deacon Vincent Bowgett RIP Deacon Fred Carter RIP Fr. Kevin St.Aubyn RIP |
May these, whom we have known and loved and all who sleep in the peace of Christ, find in your presence, light, happiness and peace.
Amen, Amen
Amen, Amen
PARISH FINANCE
Sunday Collections and Donations
Last weekend’s Offertory: Gift Aid - £226.50. Donations - £649.53. THANK YOU!
With Deacon Con and Fr. Roshy, we extend our heartfelt blessings to you. Gratitude fills our hearts for the Christmas cards, gifts, and messages received. A big thank you to everyone who supported the parish throughout the year. You are the shining light of Christ in our parish family. Your contributions are truly appreciated.
During the current situation, we would like to say a huge THANK YOU to the many of you who have kindly signed up to standing orders. This is so much appreciated and valued. If you wish to contribute by cheque in lieu of plate collections, this can be sent to the presbytery: St. Teresa’s Church, 250 Bishopsford Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 6BJ. They may be made payable to St. Teresa’s Catholic Church.
Our thanks to the families of Maureen Deb and Theresa Bearn for their generosity and thoughtfulness for the kind donation of £1,000 each in honour of the memory of Maureen and Theresa.
May God bless you and may their souls Rest In Peace and Rise In Glory.
Many thanks to those of you who have so kindly offered to set up standing orders in lieu of our Sunday plate collections. This is a most convenient method of planned giving (for all concerned); already used by so many at Morden – and is vitally important at this time. Regular standing orders can be for any amount, no matter how small – just give what you can afford. Please send a written request via the parish office with contact details.
We will be happy to receive any offerings directly by on-line banking or by standing order, which can be arranged through your bank, or by using the DONATE link here or on the parish website.
With Deacon Con and Fr. Roshy, we extend our heartfelt blessings to you. Gratitude fills our hearts for the Christmas cards, gifts, and messages received. A big thank you to everyone who supported the parish throughout the year. You are the shining light of Christ in our parish family. Your contributions are truly appreciated.
During the current situation, we would like to say a huge THANK YOU to the many of you who have kindly signed up to standing orders. This is so much appreciated and valued. If you wish to contribute by cheque in lieu of plate collections, this can be sent to the presbytery: St. Teresa’s Church, 250 Bishopsford Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 6BJ. They may be made payable to St. Teresa’s Catholic Church.
Our thanks to the families of Maureen Deb and Theresa Bearn for their generosity and thoughtfulness for the kind donation of £1,000 each in honour of the memory of Maureen and Theresa.
May God bless you and may their souls Rest In Peace and Rise In Glory.
Many thanks to those of you who have so kindly offered to set up standing orders in lieu of our Sunday plate collections. This is a most convenient method of planned giving (for all concerned); already used by so many at Morden – and is vitally important at this time. Regular standing orders can be for any amount, no matter how small – just give what you can afford. Please send a written request via the parish office with contact details.
We will be happy to receive any offerings directly by on-line banking or by standing order, which can be arranged through your bank, or by using the DONATE link here or on the parish website.
Do You Gift Aid?
The value of your donation can be increased by 25% at no extra cost to yourself, simply by gift aiding it if you are a taxpayer. The parish learns nothing about your private financial affairs. The average weekly collection between plate and standing orders, was approximately £2,400 a week (pre-COVID). If only half of that was GIFT AIDED, it would mean an extra £300 a week, or £15,600 a year to Parish funds. We are genuinely grateful to those who are Gift-Aiding. If you haven’t been doing so, please print off a Gift Aid form from the parish website. At the present time the parish income is down about £5,000 each month. Hopefully, when parish life returns to normal, we will soon see these financial worries and concerns disappear.
Please fill in the new gift aid online form or see the Parish office for a paper copy.
Please fill in the new gift aid online form or see the Parish office for a paper copy.
Thank you
Thank you to everybody who continues to support the parish through the collection, standing orders, gift aid and dropping in contributions. Online donations have seen an increase recently - A big THANK YOU FOR THOSE DONATIONS coming in via our parish website 'JUST GIVING' - Press the button marked DONATE. If you scroll down further, we also say 'Thanks' for your support and other ways you can support our parish. Again, THANK
YOU.
YOU.
GIFT AID NOTICE
PLEASE COLLECT YOUR GIFT AID ENVELOPES FROM THE CONTACT CORNER
For those already signed up, Gift Aid Envelopes will be available during this weekend 3/4th April. Please collect your Gift Aid or Standing Order envelopes before or after Mass from the Contact Corner. If you pay tax and would like to join, please have a word with one of the team , it's simple and at no extra cost to you the Church can claim back 25%. See below for more details Do You Gift Aid?
For those already signed up, Gift Aid Envelopes will be available during this weekend 3/4th April. Please collect your Gift Aid or Standing Order envelopes before or after Mass from the Contact Corner. If you pay tax and would like to join, please have a word with one of the team , it's simple and at no extra cost to you the Church can claim back 25%. See below for more details Do You Gift Aid?
CARD READERS
We have introduced a number of card readers which you will find throughout the church. The CollecTin card reader is near the Icon of Padre Pio, instructions are listed next to the machine. You can use this for all gift aid and non-gift aid offertories and donations. The other card reader for candles is situated in the narthex near the statue of St Teresa and can be used only for candles. The Repository can now accept payments by card as well as cash.
QR SCAN POINTS
There is now the opportunity to donate using a QR Scanner on your phone (if you have one installed on Android, or use the Camera app on iPhone). There are a number of Scan points in the church, one by the Statue of the Sacred Heart, by the Exit side door and one on the noticeboard in the porch.
SAFEGUARDING
The parish safeguarding representatives for St Teresa's are listed below. If you have any concerns, please contact one of the team.
Adrian Sherriff - [email protected] - 07960 747946
Linda Sam-Yorke - [email protected] - 07958 694008
Liz Coutinho - [email protected] - 07828 248624
Stephen Smith - [email protected] - 020 8640 6753
Adrian Sherriff - [email protected] - 07960 747946
Linda Sam-Yorke - [email protected] - 07958 694008
Liz Coutinho - [email protected] - 07828 248624
Stephen Smith - [email protected] - 020 8640 6753
Regular Mass Times
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Saturday Vigil Mass |
5.30pm online |
Sunday |
9.00am online 11.00am online |
Monday - Saturday |
10.00am online |
Adoration |
7am online |
How To Find Us
250 Bishopsford Road, Morden, Surrey SM4 6BZ
Tel: 020 8648 4113