Parish of Our Lady of La Salette, Rainham

November – Month of Remembrance. Envelopes are now available at the back of the church ready for the month of November when we remember and pray for all our loved ones who have gone before us. Please write the names of your late loved ones on a piece of paper and place them in the envelope. Any money that you put in the envelope by way of donation will be given to La Salette Missions. All of the lists will be placed on the altar during the month of November. Please hand the envelopes to the priests or place them directly in the collection basket. During November, the Rosary will be said after Morning Mass every Wednesday in prayerful remembrance of all whose names are included in the lists.

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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Adoration will now take place each morning at 8am Monday-Friday before Mass.

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World Mission Sunday Second Collection 2024. Missio is the Pope’s charity for world mission, igniting God’s love by helping local missionaries to work alongside global communities that are poor or in need, regardless of their background or belief. 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. Every penny, pound and prayer you give to Missio today helps missionaries everywhere continue their work. By supporting Missio, you play a vital part in creating a vibrant Catholic Church for the future. By raising or donating funds, and by praying, you make its' mission possible.

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Parish Bazaar – Saturday 9th November. This event – a major fundraiser for our Parish – is now only 3 weeks away. WE URGENTLY NEED DONATIONS FOR MAIN RAFFLE PRIZES. PLEASE consider donating one of these by writing your name against the prize on the list in the porch. RAFFLE TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE PORCH. LUCKY SQUARE AVAILABLE IN THE PORCH. Cost of entry is £1 per square. First Prize: £50. Second Prize: Wine. We are also asking for donations for the bazaar stalls. Donations of bottles of wine and spirits, chocolate, new toiletries, unwanted gifts, toys and games will all be appreciated. Please bring your gifts to the Presbytery, or to the porch of the church at the weekends.

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Brentwood Catholic Children’s Society. The BCCS Christmas Craft and Gift Fair will be held at The Mill Hall Arts & Events Centre, Bellingham Lane, Rayleigh SS6 7ED on Sunday 3rd November from 10.30am - 4pm. There is free parking at the venue and admission is only £1.50 for adults and free for children under 14. There will be over 40 stalls selling many unique crafts, gifts and handmade fare. BCCS will have its own stall selling donated gifts and crafts and there will be a fundraising raffle during the event.

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General Assistant Post– St. Margaret’s, Canning Town. A part-time position, 25 hours per week. This is a 10 month fixed term contract that may be extended. The start date for the role is November and the salary is to be discussed subject to skills and experience. Full job description please see: dioceseofbrentwood.net/diocese/working-for-us. Closing date 21st October 2024

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Glow in the Dark Parties. Rainham St Helen’s Church Hall (RM13 9YU) is inviting children and young people this free alternative to Halloween on 31st October. Ages 5-11 between 5:00-6:30pm. (Parents required to accompany children) Ages 11-16 between 7:00-8:30pm. Please call Jay Lilley, Youth and school's worker, on 07584 750910 for more information.

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Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. The RCIA Programme covers many aspects of Catholicism, including Scripture, Sacramental Life, Catholic Practice & traditions - leading to the possibility of being received into full communion with the Roman Catholic Church. Anyone who may be interested in joining the programme should see Fr Kris for more information. 

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Offertory Collection. Please help us to minimise cash handling by setting up a standing order. Forms are available in the porch. Please also consider Gift Aiding your offering if you are a taxpayer. Non-Gift Aid donations can also be made using your contactless card on the machine in the porch.

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REGISTERING AT THE PARISH: It’s always important to have details of all of our parishioners. There are Parish Registration Forms in the Porch of the Church. Please complete and return to the Presbytery.

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Please pray for the Sick members of our Parish, at home or in hospital: Theresa Anatole, David Kowalski, Sheila Miller, Harry O’Connor, Mary Ponting, Jean Shaw. May they feel the presence of the Lord with them at all times.

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Visiting of the Sick. If you, or a member of your family, would like a visit, please let one of our priests know. 

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