As you may know we recently had 9 people join the Catholic faith at the Easter Vigil. They were presented with their certificate of completion by Canon Michael at the 11am Mass on Sunday 25th May. We wish them well in their continued journey of faith.
RCIA is the process through which adults are introduced to the Catholic faith and prepared to receive the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. It is open to anyone who is:
• Unbaptised and seeking to become Catholic
• Baptised in another Christian tradition and interested in becoming Catholic
• Baptised Catholic but never received First Communion or Confirmation
• Those without any faith background, but who may be interested in learning more about the Catholic faith
If you or someone you know is feeling called to explore the Catholic faith, we invite you to join us on this journey of prayer, learning, and spiritual growth.
Please see the parish website for a registration form or pick one up from the information desk at the back of the church to register for the upcoming programme. The RCIA co-ordinator and the Team of RCIA catechists are available at the back of the Church to address any questions you may have about the RCIA. You can also approach a member of the clergy or direct your query to the Parish Office.
RCIA is much more than a programme. It is a learning and loving process in which conversion of the heart, brings one to Jesus Christ. The RCIA team - Marion Akuamoah, Co-ordinator and Freda McKeon Lead Catechist - invites you to ‘Come and See’!

Today, 15 June 2025, Catholics across England and Wales will mark Day for Life, an annual occasion dedicated to cherishing and protecting human life from conception to natural death.
The 2025 Day for Life comes at a crucial time as the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill — commonly known as the Assisted Dying Bill — is making its way through Parliament. This proposed legislation would permit adults with mental capacity, diagnosed as terminally ill and within six months of death, to request medical assistance to end their lives. While supporters argue this offers autonomy, a wide coalition — including religious leaders, medical professionals, and ethicists — have voiced grave concerns about the dangers of legalising assisted suicide and the erosion of palliative care. Please contact your MP to vote against this Bill.

On Wednesday 18th June 6.45pm a rehearsal will take place for the Confirmation Mass which will be celebrated on Sunday 22nd June. Please remember these young people in your prayers as they near the special Sacrament of Confirmation. Remember also their parents and catechists who have journeyed with them.

Relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis visiting St George’s Cathedral - 26-29 June. St George’s Cathedral will be visited by a relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis. On Thursday 26 June, an evening of adoration and veneration of the relic for young adults is taking place. On Friday 27 June, Archbishop John will preside at the 6pm Solemn Mass of the Sacred Heart, which will include the veneration of the relic. On Saturday 28 June, there will be a “morning with Carlo Acutis”, which will include Mass, adoration, rosary and a talk on the relic. An exhibition will also be on display at the Cathedral from 19 June to 7 July. Visit: stgeorgescathedral.org.uk for more information.