First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion Preparation
Many thanks to all those who have enquired about preparation for the Sacraments this year. We’re still in a time of reflection as to how we support families preparing for these gifts of God. More details will follow via the weekly newsletter, but for now, let’s simply remind ourselves that the very best way to prepare to receive Jesus in Holy Communion is by coming regularly to Mass.
Plant a tree
To help the Planet, or to Honour A Special Person, or to Mark A Memorable Event.
Buy your tree via WORD FOREST: supporting Kenyan women, ST COLUMBA BARN: Planting trees in Sussex, or via THE NATIONAL TRUST.
Once you have bought a tree let us know and we'll add and a commemorative leaf on one of the tree displays in Our Lady of Sorrows, St Anthony's or St Richard's churches.
Buy your tree via WORD FOREST: supporting Kenyan women, ST COLUMBA BARN: Planting trees in Sussex, or via THE NATIONAL TRUST.
Once you have bought a tree let us know and we'll add and a commemorative leaf on one of the tree displays in Our Lady of Sorrows, St Anthony's or St Richard's churches.
St Mary's Catholic Primary School Open events
We're delighted to announce our open events for parents and carers of children due to start school in September 2022: Friday 15th October at 10am; Monday 15th November at 2pm.
As your child moves from Nursery to ‘Big School’ it is important to make the right decision about which school to choose. We would be delighted to show you around our school and discuss what we can offer your child. Please call the school office on 01243 822287 to reserve a place at either event. We look forward to meeting you.
As your child moves from Nursery to ‘Big School’ it is important to make the right decision about which school to choose. We would be delighted to show you around our school and discuss what we can offer your child. Please call the school office on 01243 822287 to reserve a place at either event. We look forward to meeting you.
Discerning our parish's future
Let’s make a journey together!
Together let's reflect on what it means to be followers of Jesus in this part of the world, and at this, post-pandemic time. What does this mean for us as we prepare to be served by one priest from Autumn 2022? What is God calling us to be and do here in Bognor and the surrounding area?
Let's meet initially on three occasions: Saturdays 18th September, 23rd October, 13th November, at St Philip Howard School, from 11am to 1pm.
Together let's reflect on what it means to be followers of Jesus in this part of the world, and at this, post-pandemic time. What does this mean for us as we prepare to be served by one priest from Autumn 2022? What is God calling us to be and do here in Bognor and the surrounding area?
Let's meet initially on three occasions: Saturdays 18th September, 23rd October, 13th November, at St Philip Howard School, from 11am to 1pm.
Supermarket vouchers
If you are experiencing financial hardship the parish is able to offer Morrison's supermarket vouchers to give some help. Please contact Caroline or Fr Chris via the Parish Office for more information, please rest assured of our discretion. This service is for all, regardless of being a part of the parish.
WE'RE HERE TO HELP!
We all have days – pandemic or not! – when things aren’t easy, but our parish is a community where everyone's health and wellbeing matters.
Maybe it’s supermarket vouchers, or other financial help you need right now, or support for your mental health, or simply just a chat with someone.
The Catholic Mental Health Project has a wide range of support resources;
or you can ring Fr Chris or Fr Victor – (01243) 823619;
or email the Parish Office.
Please do get in touch – we’re here to help: where we can, ourselves, or with resources, or we can signpost you to other groups and organisations.
Maybe it’s supermarket vouchers, or other financial help you need right now, or support for your mental health, or simply just a chat with someone.
The Catholic Mental Health Project has a wide range of support resources;
or you can ring Fr Chris or Fr Victor – (01243) 823619;
or email the Parish Office.
Please do get in touch – we’re here to help: where we can, ourselves, or with resources, or we can signpost you to other groups and organisations.
GREETINGS FROM THE PARISH PRIEST
Peace be with you! Throughout restrictions to our movements, be they national lock downs or the various tiers of restriction, the Catholic parish of Bognor & Slindon remains here in the service of those around us as we follow Jesus, and share his love with the whole world.
With legal limits on numbers removed, it is not currently necessary to book places for Mass. However, with sensitivity to the different pace at which people feel safe to return to Mass, please note: the front right area of Our Lady of Sorrows will continue as an area where places of prayer are set at 1m apart, and these spaces will need to be booked by clicking here.
Fr Chris Bergin
If you need access to the sacraments or any support from the parish, please do not hesitate to contact me via 01243 823619.
With legal limits on numbers removed, it is not currently necessary to book places for Mass. However, with sensitivity to the different pace at which people feel safe to return to Mass, please note: the front right area of Our Lady of Sorrows will continue as an area where places of prayer are set at 1m apart, and these spaces will need to be booked by clicking here.
Fr Chris Bergin
If you need access to the sacraments or any support from the parish, please do not hesitate to contact me via 01243 823619.
