PARISH RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA)– Session 2026/27

Anyone wishing to know more about the Catholic faith with a view to joining the Church is encouraged to come along to RCIA. We meet every Tuesday at 7.30pm in the small hall, starting on 8th September 2026. Here’s what some of last year’s Enquirers had to say about their experience…

ENQUIRER 1: “Honestly, the best thing I’ve done. Said for years I was going to join RCIA and I’m so glad I’ve finally joined the parish. The group was amazing to be part of, and so very welcoming.”

ENQUIRER 2: “RCIA has been an amazing and emotional journey. Having been unsure for 20 years, I finally decided to take a leap of faith after what I felt were signs from the Holy Spirit and encouraged by my husband and children who are all Catholic. After my first phone call with Mary who was very reassuring about the RCIA process, I cried as a sense of relief knowing I was making the right decision. I started praying more at home, attending Mass and listening to Catholic faith podcasts. Initially I was scared to attend RCIA but it was lovely to meet people on a similar journey. At times it could be daunting as we were at different stages but what I took from this is that everyone has their own relationship with God/Jesus and we can build on that with the help of RCIA, Mass, Father Ivan and a bible/prayer routine. I really enjoyed the classes, especially those that included some history of the church and could see myself change as a person.

I’m still on my faith journey however I do wholeheartedly know that the Catholic faith is the one true faith and that Jesus died for our sins and our eternal life. From my RCIA experience, my aim is to raise my children Catholic, instilling Christian values and God’s law. Without RCIA and the team there would potentially be 6 less believers in the world!”

ENQUIRER 3: “RCIA has had such a positive impact on my spiritual life. The team were so welcoming and kind. If you feel apprehension or nerves, you won’t after session one! I have learned a lot about myself throughout this process, and feel closer to God through the community aspect of being part of the Church. I would say that if a person feels that call, even with some apprehension, just go and take it week by week. No matter the outcome, you will learn something new about yourself or the faith, and get to meet some incredible people.”

So if you would like to know more about the faith, then why not “come and see”, starting on Tues 8th Sept! All enquiries are welcome and in strictest confidence. For more details please visit the parish website or take an RCIA pamphlet from the church noticeboard or click the video below.

FREE DIGITAL TRAINING

Starts this week in the Community Cafe at 12.00 pm 

Agility net has been helping older people and disabled people of any age with their technology for 25 years.

They are offering free training and support here our community Café in August 11th, 18th and 25th.

If you are interested sign-up sheets are in the Porch and also in the Community cafe every Tuesday form 1200 to 1500

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PARISH RENEWAL DAY – ‘Save the Date’

We are looking forward to next years renewal programme and our progress as a parish. With that in mind we will be hosting a Parish Renewal Day on

SATURDAY 22nd August

where we hope to have a wider discussion about what’s happening and what may come next.

The day will begin with

Mass at 9.30am and finish at 3.30pm

The aim of the day is to promote understanding and ownership of the parish vision and empower ALL parishioners and groups to achieve this.

Everyone is invited whether already involved in any of the great work going on in the parish or not.

Further details to follow.

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Diocesan Annual Vocation Mass

Tuesday 25th August 7pm in Our Lady of Good Aid Cathedral

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PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE

We are organising a pilgrimage from

Fri 9-Fri 16 Oct. For details contact Maureen Dynes on 07737673930 or at mdynes71@gmail.com

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VIA SORORUM (WAY OF SISTERS)

Are you a Catholic woman looking to discuss faith-related matters in a friendly, informal setting with like-minded women? If so, a new women’s parish group may be the group for you. If you’re interested in meeting once a month please contact Elissa via WhatsApp on 07342972676.

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