Dear friends,
 

This Sunday, the Third of Advent, rose pink vestments are worn and we will light the rose-colored candle as we celebrate Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete simply means “rejoice,” and is taken from the first words of the entrance antiphon, “Gaudete in Domino semper” – Rejoice in the Lord always. And so, as we make our final preparations for Christ’s coming – we rejoice!. Click here for the scripture readings. 

Trip to the National Gallery
This Saturday 10th December, a visit to the National Gallery with Fr. James to look paintings with the themes of Advent and Christmas. Meet at the National Gallery at 10am and just join the queue and then we'll gather in the foyer when everyone is through.
NB: 10am Mass at S. Mary’s only.

Sundays at 11 
This Sunday The Psychology of Christmas – A short talk by Professor Adrian Furnham.
18th December Decorating the church Christmas Tree.

Christmas Services
Please click here to find out the times of the services over Christmas.

Christmas Stall
Each Sunday there will be in stall in church selling church Christmas cards, home produce, studio pottery and second hand books, please bring your purses from this Sunday!

Grand Christmas Raffle
Tickets now on sale with a chance to win many gorgeous prizes. £2 per ticket or books of 5 for £10 (cash preferred) The draw will be on Sunday 18th December. See Mary Kavanagh for more details.

Regular Giving
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See you on Sunday
Fr James