Dear Teachers, Children and Families,

As we come to the end of this busy and joy-filled season, I want to wish each one of you a very happy holiday and a well-deserved break. Over these past weeks, I have had the pleasure of attending your Christmas carol singing, nativity plays, and festive celebrations. They have been nothing short of outstanding, beautifully prepared, deeply moving, and presented with such professionalism.

To our wonderful teachers:

Thank you for your tireless work, your patience, and your unwavering dedication. Your efforts are evident in everything you do. Your support, guidance, and encouragement make all the difference, and we are truly grateful.

Dear children:

You were absolutely amazing. Your readings were clear, your performances full of joy and confidence and your singing truly top-class. You looked adorable, beautiful and so smart in your costumes. You have brought so much happiness to all of us this Christmas season.

To our loving families:

Thank you for being present, for supporting the children and for sharing in these special moments. Your love and encouragement mean more than words can express. Your presence is always precious and valued.

May this Christmas bring you peace, joy, warmth, and the blessings of togetherness. May you celebrate surrounded by your loved ones, carrying the true spirit of Christmas in your hearts. Wishing you all a blessed Christmas and a joyful New Year. With Many Thanks Fr. Inna

Bishop Philip is inviting any man in our Diocese, aged 17 or older, who is not married and who would like to know more about being a diocesan priest, to contact him and to come to a short meeting at the Cathedral on Sunday 4th January at 3:00pm (finishes at 5 pm).

Please scan the QR code to register.

The Delancey (OLSS) cleaning rota is losing some of its longest serving cleaners. Thanks to them for their years of service. More people are required desperately to join the rota.

Please contact Anne on 07781 423146 if you can help.

The rota for the period 28th December to 15th February 2026 will be available in the sacristy, please collect after Mass.

It will also be on the website next week.

Confirmation preparation starts in January for young people in Year 8 and above who would like to be confirmed this summer, or don’t necessarily want to be confirmed but just want to explore more about their faith.

Contact Tom – Tel: 07781 129310 / E-mail: youth@catholic.org.gg

Exposition of the Bless Sacrament & Adoration – A time of reflecting and spending time with the Lord.

Tuesdays & Thursdays – 10:00am-10:30am – St Josephs

Wednesdays (Holy Hour) – 7:00pm – St Josephs

A Mass Intention is a specific offering of a mass in honour of or in memory of someone by name at a specific mass time on a specific date. A Mass Intention is traditionally offered as a gift to someone who is grieving a recent loss or celebrating a milestone. Please do email us at office@catholic.org.gg or pop into the parish office if you would like to offer a mass for someone. Mass cards are also available to send to the family or person you are offering the mass for.