Parish Pastoral Council Minutes 18/10/12
The Parish Pastoral Council minutes for the meeting of the 18th October 2012 have been added here: Parish Council Minutes – 18 10 12
Continue reading →Sunday Readings 23/12/12
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT The account of the Visitation, unique to Luke, illustrates Mary as the first Christian. She receives the Word and acts on it. The recognition of John the Baptist in the womb precedes that of Elizabeth who … Continue reading →
Sunday Readings 16/12/12
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT Luke’s account of the preaching of John spells out the justice with which each group must prepare not so much for his baptism but for the Messiah who is to come (Luke 3:10-18). Zephaniah looks towards … Continue reading →
Christmas Bazaar – Absolutely fantastic!
We had a great Parish Bazaar last Saturday, the atmosphere was wonderful and so many people were involved in making sure the event went well. And it did go well! We raised a whopping £3006.18p. Thank you to everyone who … Continue reading →
Sunday Readings 09/12/12
SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT Luke is very concerned to place his Gospel in its wider context – that of the Roman Empire and the ‘political’ and ‘religious’ background of the Holy Land. It is upon this scene that the ministry … Continue reading →
Youth Group Dates
Youth group dates for the 2012-13 period have been entered on the website diary. Please check here for any last minute alterations to dates. Click here to go the ‘Diary’
Continue reading →Sunday Readings 02/12/12
FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT Luke’s account of the eschatological discourse is similar to the other Synoptics as the Lord emphasises the apocalyptic drama and the need to be alert for its arrival (Luke 21:25-28.34-36). In the midst of the disaster … Continue reading →
Servers Enroled into the Guild of St. Stephen
This weekend seven of our altar servers were enroled into the Guild of St Stephen and presented with a bronze medal of honour. All of the servers have been serving at the altar for over 12 months now. Congratulations to … Continue reading →
Ordination to the Diaconate of John Martin
Please keep in your prayers John Martin, one of the church students for our Diocese who will be ordained to the Diaconate on Saturday 1st December at St Mary’s College, Oscott. John did his summer placement at St Alban’s earlier … Continue reading →
Sunday Readings 25/11/12
THE SOLEMNITY OF CHRIST THE KING The Sunday Scriptures In John’s Gospel, in direct contrast to Mark, Jesus is portrayed as in control of his destiny, no more so than in the discourse with Pilate. In a masterful dialogue with … Continue reading →
Youth Group – Wednesday 21st Nov
Youth group meets this coming Wednesday …21st November. Open to all young people in year 7 and above. We meet at the Parish Centre from 7-9pm. Come along and have some fun!
Continue reading →Sunday Readings 18/11/12
THIRTY THIRD SUNDAY OF THE YEAR The Sunday Scriptures Sitting on the slopes of the Mount of Olives, opposite the Temple, Jesus uses traditional apocalyptic language to describe the end of time and the Parusia, the Second Coming, known only … Continue reading →