The Messenger 20th March 2026

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Attention - Altar Servers
Attention – Altar Servers

Alter Servers from our 3 churches are most welcome to help us out in St Joseph’s Church for THE EASTER TRIDUUM services on Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday.

A special training session will be held in the lead up to Holy Week.

Caring for Ex-Offenders Annual Report
Caring for Ex-Offenders Annual Report

Copies of this Annual report are now available on the church noticeboards and show how the Charity is encouraging and assisting ex-offenders to make a new start and take their place in society after serving their sentence.

Blanchelande College - Job Opportunities
Blanchelande College – Job Opportunities

Blanchelande College are seeking a dedicated Grounds Person and Minibus Driver to join their Estate team.

For full details please contact Mrs Tracy Feehan, Principal’s PA –  Tel: 237200 / Email recruitment@blanchelande.sch.gg

The Guernsey Dairy 'Milk for Schools' Initiative
The Guernsey Dairy ‘Milk for Schools’ Initiative

Dear Parishioners,

I am reaching out to our parish community to see if any local businesses or parishioners would consider establishing a community link to support our students. We are looking for a sponsor to support the ‘Milk for Schools’ initiative for the coming year. A total of £1,500 would provide fresh milk for the breakfast clubs at both of our schools.

Why your support matters –

Fuel for Learning: Many of our children rely on our breakfast clubs to start their day. This funding ensures every child – especially those from our most vulnerable families – is fuelled, focused, and ready to learn.

Health & Well-being: This initiative supports our curriculum by teaching children about healthy lifestyle choices and helps them regulate before the school day begins.

Community Investment: This is a tangible way for a local business to invest directly in the health of Guernsey’s children and the business would be shared with all our parents.

If you own a business or know of an organisation that could help us reach this £1,500 goal, please contact Mary Robertshaw, Exec Head directly – Email: mary.robertshaw@education.gg

Thank you for your continued support of our Catholic schools.

Notre Dame du Rosaire & St Mary & St Michael – Lenten Fundraising
Notre Dame du Rosaire & St Mary & St Michael – Lenten Fundraising

Sponsored ‘Walking for Water’ for The Eleanor Foundation, a Guernsey based charity, which provides clean water and supports school communities in Tanzania.

Scan QR code to donate or use link: https://giving.gg/donate/event/10250/Walk-forWater–Guernsey-Catholic-Primary-SchoolsLenten-Challenge

Helen Willett's CAFOD Walk Update
Helen Willett’s CAFOD Walk Update

As of 11th March Helen had walked 119.8km and raised £605. She sends sincere thanks to all for their kind support.

CAFOD has asked her to now increase her target to £750!

To donate use the QR code or send a cheque payable to CAFOD to the Parish Office.

Le Platon Lottery Results - Feb
Le Platon Lottery Results – Feb

Results of the February draw –

1st – 10 – £100

2nd – 70 – £50

3rd – 40 – £25

If you wish to join the draw on a monthly basis it costs as little as £5.00 per month with a chance of winning £100, £50 or £25.

Simply email: secretary@leplatonhome.gg

 

Coffee Morning / Video Series
Coffee Morning / Video Series

Coffee Morning:

Coffee Morning on Wednesday 11th March in St Josephs Parish Room and on every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month.

Drop in any time between 9:30am-11:30am. Everyone is welcome.

Let It Be:

A 5 session video series about Mary – The 5th and final session is on Wednesday 11th March. This Catholic faith exploration (CaFE) course on how Mary helps us to be filled with God will be shown in the St Yves Room at St Joseph’s from 11:00am-12:00am. Come and have a cup of tea/coffee first at the coffee morning or just come along at 11:00am for the video sessions. It doesn’t matter if you missed the previous sessions everyone is welcome!

Missio Volunteer Needed
Missio Volunteer Needed

The Parish is still looking for somebody to take over the Missio Red Boxes, please if you can spare sometime to help with this we would be so grateful.

Please contact the Parish Office by email on office@catholic.org.gg.

Important Information - Rosary - Centre for Peace
Important Information – Rosary – Centre for Peace

The Rosary at Centre for Peace on Fridays will NOT take place until after Easter.

The Group will be attending Stations of The Cross at St Josephs during Lent.