1st Sunday of Advent
Welcome to ParishWe welcome you to the community of St. Teresa's in Morden. If you are a new parishioner, please come and introduce yourself and also complete a parish census form. You are welcome to become involved in any aspect of parish life. Thank you for taking the time to read this and feel free to come and have a chat about the parish at a mutually convenient time.
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Adoration Monday-Friday MorningPlease join us between 8-10am. Rosary after Mass.
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) RCIAMeet every Thursday at 7.30pm in the Parish Hall.
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TEA & COFFEE IN HALLCome and join us for refreshments and a chat in the Parish Hall after the 11am Mass.
LEGION OF MARYThe Legion of Mary meet on Thursday evenings at 7pm in the Parish Centre.
CHOIR PRACTICE
Choir practice on Thursdays in the Church at 7pm-8pm.
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CHRIST THE KING
The Feast of Christ The King is a magnificent celebration that marks the culmination of the Church's year. It is a time of great significance, and I want to take this opportunity to address our young friends directly on this Youth Sunday.
Dear Young Friends, I want to commend you for your unwavering witness to our Catholic faith. Your presence in our churches is a source of hope and inspiration for all of us. But I also want to challenge you to take your faith to the next level.
As you journey through your teenage years, you will undoubtedly face numerous challenges and temptations. The world will try to pull you away from your beliefs, questioning the very foundation of your faith. But I implore you, do not waver. Instead, let your faith be a beacon of light amidst the darkness.
Now, more than ever, we need young people like you to step up and be active in parish ministry. Your energy, enthusiasm, and fresh perspective are invaluable assets to our community. Whether it's serving at Mass, proclaiming the Word of God in our midst, or leading us in our petitions to Heaven, or being a member of our youth ministry, or getting involved in charitable initiatives at school, in the parish or in our local community. your contributions can make a real difference.
But don't stop there. I also want to encourage those of you who may be feeling a calling to priestly ministry. Our Church needs dedicated and passionate young men to answer this divine vocation. Do not dismiss the whispers of your heart. Explore this possibility, seek guidance, and discern whether God is calling you to serve Him in this sacred way.
In the midst of your busy lives, do not neglect the power of prayer. It is through prayer that we connect with God, find solace in His presence, and seek His guidance. Look to Blessed Carlo Acutis, a young man who exemplified a deep love for the Eucharist and a vibrant prayer life. Let his example inspire you to make prayer a priority in your daily routine.
Lastly, I want to emphasise the importance of the sacrament of Reconciliation. Confession is not just a ritual; it is a profound encounter with God's mercy and forgiveness. Regularly availing yourself of this sacrament will cleanse your soul, strengthen your relationship with God, and give you the strength to overcome any obstacles you may face.
Dear young friends, know that you are not alone on this journey. Our parish family stands ready to support you every step of the way. We believe in your potential, and we are here to help you grow in faith and become the leaders our Church needs.
So, as you go about your daily lives, remember the significance of this Feast of Christ The King. Let it be a reminder of your role as disciples of Jesus, called to follow Him and spread His message of love and hope to the world.
May God bless you abundantly, guide your steps, and grant you the courage to live out your Catholic faith boldly. The future of our Church rests in your hands. Embrace this responsibility, and together, let us build a stronger, more vibrant Catholic community.
Blessings to your family, blessings to your days at school or college or even university.
You are capable of great things. Believe in yourselves, trust in God, and let your light shine brightly for all to see.
God bless you all.
Canon Michael
Dear Young Friends, I want to commend you for your unwavering witness to our Catholic faith. Your presence in our churches is a source of hope and inspiration for all of us. But I also want to challenge you to take your faith to the next level.
As you journey through your teenage years, you will undoubtedly face numerous challenges and temptations. The world will try to pull you away from your beliefs, questioning the very foundation of your faith. But I implore you, do not waver. Instead, let your faith be a beacon of light amidst the darkness.
Now, more than ever, we need young people like you to step up and be active in parish ministry. Your energy, enthusiasm, and fresh perspective are invaluable assets to our community. Whether it's serving at Mass, proclaiming the Word of God in our midst, or leading us in our petitions to Heaven, or being a member of our youth ministry, or getting involved in charitable initiatives at school, in the parish or in our local community. your contributions can make a real difference.
But don't stop there. I also want to encourage those of you who may be feeling a calling to priestly ministry. Our Church needs dedicated and passionate young men to answer this divine vocation. Do not dismiss the whispers of your heart. Explore this possibility, seek guidance, and discern whether God is calling you to serve Him in this sacred way.
In the midst of your busy lives, do not neglect the power of prayer. It is through prayer that we connect with God, find solace in His presence, and seek His guidance. Look to Blessed Carlo Acutis, a young man who exemplified a deep love for the Eucharist and a vibrant prayer life. Let his example inspire you to make prayer a priority in your daily routine.
Lastly, I want to emphasise the importance of the sacrament of Reconciliation. Confession is not just a ritual; it is a profound encounter with God's mercy and forgiveness. Regularly availing yourself of this sacrament will cleanse your soul, strengthen your relationship with God, and give you the strength to overcome any obstacles you may face.
Dear young friends, know that you are not alone on this journey. Our parish family stands ready to support you every step of the way. We believe in your potential, and we are here to help you grow in faith and become the leaders our Church needs.
So, as you go about your daily lives, remember the significance of this Feast of Christ The King. Let it be a reminder of your role as disciples of Jesus, called to follow Him and spread His message of love and hope to the world.
May God bless you abundantly, guide your steps, and grant you the courage to live out your Catholic faith boldly. The future of our Church rests in your hands. Embrace this responsibility, and together, let us build a stronger, more vibrant Catholic community.
Blessings to your family, blessings to your days at school or college or even university.
You are capable of great things. Believe in yourselves, trust in God, and let your light shine brightly for all to see.
God bless you all.
Canon Michael
Visitors at Christmas
This Christmas, there will be a number of people coming to Mass for the first time this year and perhaps for the very first time. Each member of the community has an important part in fostering a sense of joy and welcome at the advent of a visitor. Share a smile, make an introduction, budge up on the pews, guide them through the Mass. This Christmas, try to be one of the reasons that our visitors come back in the New Year.
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CHRISTMAS SIGN-UP SHEETSThere are sheets in the sacristy for Readers and Altar Servers to sign up for the Christmas and New Year Masses.
NEW ALTAR SERVERSIf you are applying, you must have received your First Holy Communion and must attend all five sessions starting on Saturday 18th November at 4:00 pm, we continue this week Saturday 25th November, followed by Saturday 2nd December, Saturday 9th December and Saturday 16th December. Parent/ Carers must fill in a registration document, which will be available soon.
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CAFOD NEWS
Thank you so much for your recent generous support both financial and spiritual. Our parish of St Teresa of the Child Jesus raised £418 this Harvest for those in need. Thanks to you, more families like Meera’s can get help from doctors and other local experts when they need it most. Doctor Nasha writes:
“We are incredibly grateful to you for thinking of us and helping. It’s so heartwarming to know we have friends who are there for us when we need it most. Thank you so much.”
This Christmas you may wish to give a needy family a World Gift such as the gift of clean water or the gift of chickens or goats which can provide a family with a livelihood. More information is available on worldgifts.cafod.org.uk.
CAFOD’S Christmas Fun Run is back. It is a festive walk, run or stroll around Clapham Common at 11.00 a.m. on Saturday 9th December. It is an event for all the family. For further information check the website.
Finally, CAFOD are continuing to support our global family in the Middle East and in Ukraine as well as in other areas around the world.
“We are incredibly grateful to you for thinking of us and helping. It’s so heartwarming to know we have friends who are there for us when we need it most. Thank you so much.”
This Christmas you may wish to give a needy family a World Gift such as the gift of clean water or the gift of chickens or goats which can provide a family with a livelihood. More information is available on worldgifts.cafod.org.uk.
CAFOD’S Christmas Fun Run is back. It is a festive walk, run or stroll around Clapham Common at 11.00 a.m. on Saturday 9th December. It is an event for all the family. For further information check the website.
Finally, CAFOD are continuing to support our global family in the Middle East and in Ukraine as well as in other areas around the world.
Warm greetings to all!
I am delighted to share with you the excellent news that our parish is experiencing tremendous growth in recent months. It warms my heart to see new families joining our community, making our parish more diverse and multicultural than ever before.
We are blessed to have strong communities representing various cultures and backgrounds. Sons and daughters from the Philippines, India, Africa, Poland, Ukraine, Ireland, Europe, South America, and many more places have found their home in our parish. The richness of our diversity is truly a testament to the inclusive nature of our community.
One of the most beautiful aspects of this growth is the increasing number of baptisms. Families are choosing to bring their children into the loving embrace of our parish, and it fills me with joy to witness the faith being passed down to the next generation.
More good news: more than a dozen attend our RCIA PROGRAM seeking to become Catholics at Easter.
Our Parish and Catholic schools play a vital role in supporting these families and offering a warm welcome to all. They provide a nurturing environment where children can grow academically and spiritually.
In our pursuit of inclusivity, we strive to be a parish family where everyone feels welcome. We encourage active participation in our community, believing we can flourish through collaboration and unity. We also actively seek catechists to help us pass on the beautiful gift of faith to others. Together, we can support family and youth ministry, ensuring our younger members have a strong foundation in their spiritual lives.
As many of you are aware we are forming a new Parish Leadership Team. This team will guide our community and ensure we continue growing in faith, unity, and love. We humbly ask for Heaven's blessings as we embark on this new journey, eagerly working towards building a community that reflects the values of our faith.
As we move forward, remember the importance of prayer and devotion. Our spiritual life should always be at the forefront of our efforts—the beauty and dignity of the Holy Mass.
We are enhanced then by the beautiful gifts and talents of our parish music ministry teams and our members' choirs. Through devotion, Adoration, the recitation of the Rosary, Ministry to the Sick, and Our First Fridays Retreats, we deepen our connection with God and find solace in His presence.
Let us embrace this time of growth and change with open hearts and minds. Let us celebrate the diversity that enriches our parish and strive to create a community that radiates love, kindness, and acceptance to all who walk through our doors.
May God's blessings be upon us as we build a community of faith and unity. Together, let us forge a path towards a brighter future rooted in the love of Christ.
With warmest regards,
And my blessing,
Canon Michael
We are blessed to have strong communities representing various cultures and backgrounds. Sons and daughters from the Philippines, India, Africa, Poland, Ukraine, Ireland, Europe, South America, and many more places have found their home in our parish. The richness of our diversity is truly a testament to the inclusive nature of our community.
One of the most beautiful aspects of this growth is the increasing number of baptisms. Families are choosing to bring their children into the loving embrace of our parish, and it fills me with joy to witness the faith being passed down to the next generation.
More good news: more than a dozen attend our RCIA PROGRAM seeking to become Catholics at Easter.
Our Parish and Catholic schools play a vital role in supporting these families and offering a warm welcome to all. They provide a nurturing environment where children can grow academically and spiritually.
In our pursuit of inclusivity, we strive to be a parish family where everyone feels welcome. We encourage active participation in our community, believing we can flourish through collaboration and unity. We also actively seek catechists to help us pass on the beautiful gift of faith to others. Together, we can support family and youth ministry, ensuring our younger members have a strong foundation in their spiritual lives.
As many of you are aware we are forming a new Parish Leadership Team. This team will guide our community and ensure we continue growing in faith, unity, and love. We humbly ask for Heaven's blessings as we embark on this new journey, eagerly working towards building a community that reflects the values of our faith.
As we move forward, remember the importance of prayer and devotion. Our spiritual life should always be at the forefront of our efforts—the beauty and dignity of the Holy Mass.
We are enhanced then by the beautiful gifts and talents of our parish music ministry teams and our members' choirs. Through devotion, Adoration, the recitation of the Rosary, Ministry to the Sick, and Our First Fridays Retreats, we deepen our connection with God and find solace in His presence.
Let us embrace this time of growth and change with open hearts and minds. Let us celebrate the diversity that enriches our parish and strive to create a community that radiates love, kindness, and acceptance to all who walk through our doors.
May God's blessings be upon us as we build a community of faith and unity. Together, let us forge a path towards a brighter future rooted in the love of Christ.
With warmest regards,
And my blessing,
Canon Michael
RECONCILIATION & FIRST COMMUNION PROGRAMME 2024
Dear Parents,
We would like to invite families to an important information meeting on Saturday 13th January 2024 at 9:30am in the church.
At this meeting, you will be able to pick up an application form if you wish your child to make their First Confession and First Holy Communion at St. Teresa’s church.
Children will make their First Holy Communion over two weekends in June. Dates will be confirmed at the meeting in January, as part of the First Communion Programme.
We ask that you please complete and return your child’s application form to St. Teresa’s Parish Office by Tuesday 23rd January. We cannot accept any late applications.
The First Communion Programme will start on Saturday 27th January 2024 at 9:30am SHARP.
We look forward to meeting all families.
Canon Michael Scanlon
Parish Priest
We would like to invite families to an important information meeting on Saturday 13th January 2024 at 9:30am in the church.
At this meeting, you will be able to pick up an application form if you wish your child to make their First Confession and First Holy Communion at St. Teresa’s church.
Children will make their First Holy Communion over two weekends in June. Dates will be confirmed at the meeting in January, as part of the First Communion Programme.
- If your child was baptized in St. Teresa’s church, we do not need a copy as it will be held on the parish system.
- If your child was baptised elsewhere we will need to see their original baptism certificate (before the programme starts) and a copy will be made upon submission of your child’s application form to the parish office.
- The cost of the programme is £15. Cash will be accepted, please make cheques payable to ‘St. Teresa’s Church’
- Each child will receive a book ‘I BELONG’, at their first meeting.
- Children need to bring their books to each meeting.
- Each meeting will last 60 minutes-9:30-10:30am.
- Due to safeguarding regulations, parents are expected to join the parents meeting in the parish centre while children are in the church. A register will be provided.
- Parents will join their children in church for the ending prayer/liturgy of the day.
We ask that you please complete and return your child’s application form to St. Teresa’s Parish Office by Tuesday 23rd January. We cannot accept any late applications.
The First Communion Programme will start on Saturday 27th January 2024 at 9:30am SHARP.
We look forward to meeting all families.
Canon Michael Scanlon
Parish Priest
Is Pope Francis in favour of gay marriage?
In a 2014 interview, Pope Francis unequivocally stated, "Marriage is between a man and a woman. We cannot change that. This is the nature of things." This resolute statement reaffirms his loyalty to Church teachings and underscores his unwavering stance on the sanctity of marriage.
While Pope Francis advocates for love and compassion towards all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation, he does not compromise the Church's traditional teaching on marriage. His pastoral approach emphasises the importance of welcoming and accompanying LGBTQ+ individuals within the Church community, recognising their inherent dignity and the need for understanding and support.
It is worth noting that in 2020, Pope Francis made remarks in support of civil unions for same-sex couples. However, it is crucial to understand that civil unions are distinct from marriage in the eyes of the Church. The Pope's comments were not a departure from Church teaching but rather an acknowledgment of the legal rights and protections that should be extended to all individuals, while maintaining the sacredness of marriage as defined by the Church.
In conclusion, Pope Francis remains steadfast in his loyalty to Church teachings on the sanctity of marriage as a sacred union between a man and a woman. While he promotes love and compassion for all individuals, his statements and actions consistently uphold the traditional understanding of marriage as defined by the Church. It is imperative that we approach this topic with respect and understanding, recognizing the complexity of the issue and the Pope's unwavering commitment to both doctrine and pastoral care.
While Pope Francis advocates for love and compassion towards all individuals, regardless of their sexual orientation, he does not compromise the Church's traditional teaching on marriage. His pastoral approach emphasises the importance of welcoming and accompanying LGBTQ+ individuals within the Church community, recognising their inherent dignity and the need for understanding and support.
It is worth noting that in 2020, Pope Francis made remarks in support of civil unions for same-sex couples. However, it is crucial to understand that civil unions are distinct from marriage in the eyes of the Church. The Pope's comments were not a departure from Church teaching but rather an acknowledgment of the legal rights and protections that should be extended to all individuals, while maintaining the sacredness of marriage as defined by the Church.
In conclusion, Pope Francis remains steadfast in his loyalty to Church teachings on the sanctity of marriage as a sacred union between a man and a woman. While he promotes love and compassion for all individuals, his statements and actions consistently uphold the traditional understanding of marriage as defined by the Church. It is imperative that we approach this topic with respect and understanding, recognizing the complexity of the issue and the Pope's unwavering commitment to both doctrine and pastoral care.
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 07747 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 remember in your prayers those who have died recently, especially Kathleen Hegarty RIP and Christopher Ross-Kennedy RIP and all their families and friends. For all those whose anniversaries occur at this time and remember also, those in our parish family who are in care homes, sick or housebound, especially all those on our Parish Sick List.
Please hear our prayer for:
Anne-Marie Mendonça, Moira Macklin, Maureen Flaherty, John McDonagh, James Diver, Eugene Diver, Francesco Gargano, Patricia Jayasena, Jean Lue, Ruba Santipillai, Baby Alexander Lynch, 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, Bella Harding, 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, Brigid Moorhead, Audra Wamsteker, Baby Jaxon Martin 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 Mendonça, Moira Macklin, Maureen Flaherty, John McDonagh, James Diver, Eugene Diver, Francesco Gargano, Patricia Jayasena, Jean Lue, Ruba Santipillai, Baby Alexander Lynch, 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, Bella Harding, 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, Brigid Moorhead, Audra Wamsteker, Baby Jaxon Martin 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 |
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 |
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: £750.24.
Second collection - Archbishop's Appeal: £440.70. THANK YOU!
Second collection this week - Youth Sunday.
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.
Second collection - Archbishop's Appeal: £440.70. THANK YOU!
Second collection this week - Youth Sunday.
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.
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