GENERAL INTEREST 

  APF WORLD MISSIONS SUNDAY  18TH OCTOBER

To read Pope Leo's Message for World Missions Sunday click here

Next Sunday, the Holy Father invites all Catholics to support Missio – his charity for world mission – through a special collection. This day of prayer, solidarity and giving unites Catholics worldwide to share the Good News of God’s love which has the power to transform lives and heal our world.

There will be a retiring collection after all Masses . Gift Aid Envelopes are available in the porch.

MARRIAGE HELP WITH RETROUVAILLE 

Communication failure is a major cause of marital breakdown - 1,000's of couples have found Retrouvaille helped their relationship. Retrouvaille is not counselling but a programme to help married couples work through conflicts more effectively. We focus on helping restore trust and hope.

Bookings close 18th Sept. Retrouvaille | A Lifeline for Troubled Marriages  Tel:07887296983

 CATHOLIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION UK:

Are you a doctor, nurse, healthcare student, or allied health professional?

The Catholic Medical Association UK invites Catholics working in healthcare to join a growing community of fellowship, prayer and formation. The Association supports healthcare professionals in living out their faith and vocation, while providing opportunities to connect with others working in the medical and healthcare professions.

Find out more about membership and upcoming events at: Home - Catholic Medical Association

REDEMPTORIST VOCATIONS

St Gerard: famously climbed out of a window and ran away to become a Redemptorist. If you are inspired by his story email

IMPACT - MOVING PARENTS AND CHILDREN TOGETHER

M-PACT is a programme that helps parents and children, aged 8-17, talk more openly and safely about the effects of gambling-related harms on the whole family and gives them new tools to move forward positively. 

To lean more please click here for a leaflet that may help those families affected by gambling.