The term ‘Rosary’ comes from the Latin rosarium that alternately implies a rose garden, a bed of roses, a garland of flowers, and a collection of nice quotes. So, when we pray the Rosary, we are giving beautiful flowers to Mary and to God. The Rosary is a string of beads or a knotted cord […]
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Fr Marcin & Fr Benedict Letter
Our Dear Sisters & Brothers in Christ, my Friends, Our Dear Parishioners and warmly welcomed visitors, As I look back on this past week, my heart is overflowing with gratitude for so many meetings, so many kind hearts and so much love shared in our Parish Family. I have so many people and blessings I […]
Fairtrade Fortnight – 21st Sept-04th Oct
We have been officially recognised as a Fairtrade parish and during November we plan to hold a sale of fairtrade goods (date to be confirmed). In the meantime please do look out for items during your weekly shop which show the Fairtrade Logo.
Rosary – Beatification of Edel Quinn – 27th Sept – 2:30pm – St Joseph’s Parish Room
Rosary for the Beatification of Edel Quinn (Legion of Mary) will take place on Sunday 27th September at 2:30pm in St Joseph’s Parish Room.
The Holy Spirit Prayer Group – Adoration – Blessed Sacrament – 28th Sept – 7:30pm-8:30pm – St Josephs Parish Room
The Holy Spirit Prayer Group will be hosting an evening of ADORATION of the BLESSED SACRAMENT on Monday 28th September from 7:30pm-8:30pm in St Josephs Parish Room. Tea/Coffee is available from 7:00pm. There will be some hymns followed by silent ‘Adoration’. Prayer ministry will also be available. If you need prayer for anything at all, […]
Meeting – Eucharistic Ministers – 10th Oct – 2:00pm – St Josephs Church
Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist Meeting on Saturday 10th October at 2:00pm in St Josephs Church.
Formation Day for Readers – 17th Oct – Pastoral Centre, Winchester
It is not too late to sign up for the Formation Day for Readers being organised by the Diocesan Liturgy Team on 17th October 2026 at the Pastoral Centre in Winchester. Anyone wishing to attend is kindly asked to email – liturgy@portsmouthdiocese.org.
Blanchelande Roles
CATERING ASSISTANT Fixed Term Contract, part time (10:30am-1:30pm) term time only. We are seeking to recruit a Catering Assistant to support the preparation and serving of nutritionally balanced lunches for students. MINIBUS DRIVER Part time, ad-hoc, term time only. The Minibus Driver will be responsible for driving the College minibus as and when required. D1 […]
Thank You – St. Appoline’s Pilgrimage
The annual pilgrimage from St. May’s Priory on Lihou to St. Appoline’s Chapel was a great success. Over 40 pilgrims from a range of island churches participated to reflect on the Season of Creation. Fr. Joe Thompson of St. Stephen’s Church took care of the opening and closing services. The Very Rev’d Matthew Trick, Guernsey’s […]
Blanchelande College Open Morning – 26th Sept – 10:00am-12:30pm
Blanchelande College Open Morning on Saturday 26th September from 10:00am – 12:30pm. Come and visit Guernsey’s Catholic independent school for boys and girls from age 2 to 18. The Principal Mrs Alexa Yeoman will give a brief presentation at 10:00am followed by guided tours. Prospective families and parishioners are most welcome. For enquiries please contact Sonia […]