Parish of Our Lady of La Salette, Rainham

Lourdes Pilgrimage. Fr Kris and 8 young people from our parish have begun their coach journey (4 coaches this year) with Brentwood Youth Service to Lourdes. In Lourdes young people will assist the elderly and infirm, particularly those in wheelchairs, to get to Masses and services, visiting the shops and cafes of the beautiful French town, as well as joining them for social time together, as for many pilgrims, it is one of the few times they are able to leave their house. For those travelling with the BCYS, the week will also include a retreat, reconciliation service, the chance to visit the baths, social nights as well as experiencing the Lourdes Torchlight Procession and Blessed Sacrament Procession. Please keep them in your prayers.

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Mass Intentions for August. Please note that, as is customary, there will be NO Newsletter published during August, our parish website will be updated regularly. Mass Intentions for the month of August will be displayed in the porch. Please see one of the Priests now if you wish to arrange for a Mass during August, so that this can be included in the list displayed.

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Parish Registration. It’s always important to have details of all of our parishioners. There are Parish Registration Forms in the porch of the Church. If you are new to the Parish, or have not previously registered, please complete a form and return it to the Presbytery.

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Walsingham House – Abbotswick. Is seeking a Retreat Manager.  Walsingham House is the youth retreat centre for the Diocese. For more information please see: https://bcys.net/news/vacancies/  Closing date is Friday 30th August.

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Sacred Heart of Mary Girls’ School – Upminster. Is seeking a Full time Attendance and Pastoral Support Officer. Detailed information is available at the School’s website: www.sacredheartofmary.net/our-school/vacancies/ Closing date is Friday 2nd August

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Parish Renewal. On Saturday, 12th October the Most Holy Redeemer Church, Billericay will be hosting a day focusing on parish renewal with talks and workshops designed to help parishes transition from maintenance to mission. Bishop Alan will also be presiding at the Midday Mass. The day will last from 9.30am to 5pm and the cost is £20 per person. In order to attend you need to register in advance by following this link: https://divinerenovation.org/events/

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Divine Mercy. The Divine Mercy Apostolate, London is holding a Celebration of St Faustina Birthday at Aylesford Priory, Aylesford, Kent on Bank Holiday Monday 26 August 2024 from 10 am to 4:30 pm. The reflection day will include teachings on the Message of Divine Mercy, Holy Mass, Hour of Mercy with Stations of the Cross, Adoration and Benediction and Veneration of the Image of Merciful Jesus.  Coaches from Ealing Broadway and Victoria. Call Millie Fernandez on 07957594646 for more information.

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Adoremus at Oscott – Saturday 14th September. The Catholic Church in England and Wales - bishops, priests and people from all dioceses - will gather at St Mary’s College, Oscott, for a day to renew and deepen our devotion to the Eucharist. Our diocese has been allocated a limited number of places for this event. If you would like to attend please email the Diocesan Co-ordinator, Father Dan Mason at: frdanmason@brcdt.org by 1st August. There will be a coach leaving for the Congress from St Edward’s Church, Romford (RM1 4AT) at 8am on the day. There is no charge for the coach or attending the Congress but you will need to bring a packed lunch. For more information please visit the website: www.cbcew.org.uk/adoremus-at-oscott/

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St Francis Hospice - Used Stamps. Your used postage stamps – English and Foreign – can help support St Francis Hospice. There is a container in the porch for this purpose. Do not remove them from the envelope but cut them out, leaving at least 2cm of envelope around them. All donations of stamps are much appreciated.

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Mary’s Meals. Back from holiday? Don’t forget that you can support Mary’s Meals by donating any left-over foreign currency!

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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, John Burke, Cecelia Dunning, 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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