Thank you again for your prayers, kindness, and patience during my recent absences. Our family situation is improving, and we are very grateful for your continued prayers and support. Over the past couple of weeks I have also thought about our weekly parish programme, taking into account comments from parishioners as well as my own workload. I am pleased to say that Bishop Timothy has arranged for a priest to help us a little during the week. From 16th March, Fr Michael Miner

Highly Recommended: Bible Studies on the Lenten Sunday Gospels led by Mauro Iannicelli, offering in-depth teaching and guided discussion on the Sunday readings. On Tuesdays from 17 Feb to 24 Mar (7– 8:15pm). More details can be found by going to the following website: https://comeandsee.org/lenten-bible-studies

This Lent, live out the Gospel call to love your neighbour. By fasting and giving what you save, you join in Christ’s compassion and help another family put food on the table. Your donation can help families around the world grow food in difficult conditions – such as on flood-resistant floating gardens or using solar-powered water pumps in times of drought. Collect a CAFOD envelope to bless others with your support, donate online at cafod.org.uk/ envelope or call 0303 303 3

a very good meeting last week. Activities planned included 100 Club, Spring Raffle, Fish & Chips and Bingo (September); Cheese & Wine (October 9th); Christmas Market (December 5th)

Confirmation and First Holy Communion programmes (for those not in parish schools) begin from 14 Jan. Please send text or email to Fr Peter for full details of the programme - 07766 335591 fr.peter.weatherby@rcaob.org.uk - (even if you have already contacted us.

School Masses will resume in the week beginning 12th January