Next weekend 7/8th October we welcome Thom Flint from CAFOD who will speak to us about CAFOD’s work in El Salvador. Parishioners will be invited to support the work with prayer, observing a fast day and give a donation if possible.
To Archbishop Peter Smith who joins us for the 11am Mass to celebrate the 80th birthday of St. Teresa’s. Welcome also to Canon Brian Coyle, former parish priest and now rector of St. John’s Seminary. Sincere thanks to everyone who contributed in any way to our big birthday party. Gratitude to Mr. Dachtler and the governors of St. Teresa’s School for allowing us to use the school hall. Thanks also to parents who have provided us with 80 children who will carry in the 80 years at the procession before Mass. Thanks to all who have prepared and contributed refreshments. A particular note of appreciation to our special choir who have assembled for the event. We are grateful to Stewart Mackintosh (conductor) and Nicholas Wibberley (organist) who have given time, talent and enthusiastic energy to the occasion. As we celebrate our 80th birthday the Archbishop will present awards to 3 parishioners who have shown outstanding service to the parish for several years. Margaret Malone receives the Fideliter Servienti award for her dedication to 1st Communion preparation for some 30 years. Mary Cadd also receives the Fideliter Servienti award for her life long commitment to St. Teresa’s as a catechist, PPC & SVP member and Gift Aid organiser. Patrick Doherty receives the Silver Medal of Merit from the Archconfreternity of St. Stephen for his dedication to the altar servers. Congratulations to all and happy birthday to everyone! Opening Evening on Thursday, 28th September from 5.30 – 8.30pm. Open mornings for current Year 6 pupils only: Monday, 2nd & Tuesday, 3rd October 2017 9.00am – 10.30am by appointment only. The Sacred Heart Church, Wimbledon, is looking for an experienced caretaker for our very active parish. The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly for 35 hours per week, which will include some evenings and weekend work. For further details and an application form (CVs not accepted) please contact Thelma D’Costa, Executive Assistant, or telephone 020 8946 0305. Closing date for applications is 13 October 2017.
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