We are delighted to announce our plans to enhance and enrich the Parish Eucharistic Ministers Ministry. This ministry plays a vital role in our community's spiritual life, and we are committed to ensuring that it is carried out with reverence and dedication.
In Good Standing with the Church:
As we seek to grow our team of Eucharistic Ministers, all interested individuals must be in good standing with the Church. This includes being actively involved in parish activities, regularly attending Holy Mass, being an Adoration Devotee, and adhering to the teachings of the Church. We believe that maintaining a solid connection with our faith community is crucial for fulfilling the responsibilities of being a Eucharistic Minister.
Take and Eat Course:
We support the Southwark Diocese's "Take and Eat" course to prepare our new Eucharistic Ministers for their essential role. This comprehensive booklet offers a deep dive into the significance of the Eucharist, the duties of a Eucharistic Minister, and practical guidance on serving during Mass. All new Eucharistic Ministers will be provided with this valuable resource to read and study, ensuring they are well-equipped for their ministry.
Commissioning Day at the Cathedral:
Before the Commissioning Day at the Cathedral, all prospective Eucharistic Ministers will undergo a period of discernment and reflection. This time allows individuals to deepen their understanding of the Eucharist and discern if they are called to serve in this capacity. The Commissioning Day in October is a sacred and symbolic event where the Bishop will officially commission new Eucharistic Ministers from many parishes to carry out their ministry within the parish.
Your parish clergy may approach you privately to invite you to join the team. As we strive to strengthen the Parish Eucharistic Ministers Ministry, we invite all who feel called to this ministry to step forward and join us on this faith journey. Together, let us deepen our connection to the Eucharist and serve our community with love and devotion guided by the teachings of the Church.
Registration Forms are available from the Parish Office or the Church Sacristy.
The Take and Eat Booklet is obtainable from the Parish Office.

It is an offering that may be small, but is of great symbolic value: It expresses the sense of belonging to the Church and love and trust for the Holy Father. It is a tangible sign of communion with Him, as Peter’s Successor, and also of attention to the needs of the most disadvantaged, for whom the Pope always cares.
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Thank you to the children of St Teresa's Primary Faith Team who visited the parish after Mass on Thursday during Loneliness Aware Week. They hosted a lovely tea, showcased their talents in playing musical instruments and singing, and shared the work in their RE books. We hope this becomes a regular monthly event, fostering an intergenerational celebration between school and parish.

We send our heartfelt thanks to all the catechists who have dedicated their time, energy, and faith to guiding our children through the First Holy Communion and Confirmation programmes. Your commitment and passion for nurturing the spiritual growth of our young parishioners have been truly inspiring.
Through your patience, wisdom, and unwavering support, you have played a crucial role, in addition to the family themselves, in preparing these children and young adults for these significant sacraments. Your efforts have helped to build a strong foundation of faith that will support them throughout their lives.
Your dedication has made a profound difference in the lives of our children and our parish family.
THANK YOU.

Rex Cortes and Rob Mobile rode the Ford Ride London (103 mile) cycle for Rays of Sunshine on the 26th May, in Memory of Joseph Lunn. As part of a team of 5 the riders raised over £5000. Thank you to all parishioners who donated, you have helped children and young people to make lasting memories with their families, in time of great need. If you still want to give the page is still live, please give what you can.
https://www.justgiving.com/team/JoeLunn