Please pray for the souls of all deceased parishioners, family and friends
- Jim Killaly – Requiem at St John’s Thursday 5th March at 11.30am
- Kay Trotter – Details to follow
May God console their families. May the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace;
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Please pray for those whose Anniversaries occur at this time including….
- 8: Patrick Joseph Meaney, Mary McGrath, Nikolajs Cernenoks, Baby George Moule, Fiorindo Necchi-Ghiri, Margaret Adel Flaherty
- 9: Denise McGee, Eileen Green, Joan Eileen Mullen, Mary Alice Ferguson, Sheila Ann Trimmer, Sheila Maureen Bates, Bronislaw Bednarek, Thomas John Goode, Dorothy Irene Blair, Elizabeth Kate Farrell
- 10: Sister M. Gabriel Vaux, Harold Miller, Sister M. Veronica Hayden, Hipolito Calco, Anne Bridget Cronin, Maisie Thomas, John Daniel Pender
- 11: Maria Lopez, Brian Green, Frances Clare Dougal, Vincenzo Mazzone, Ronald Valentine Westmore, Kathleen Mary Pyant, Alice Warner, David Powell
- 12: Mary Bridget Sheehan, Millie Lilley, John Morgan, Emma Ellenor Reidy, Lorena Cuozzo, James Reilly, Emilio Cientanni, Annie Newman, Evelyn Josephine Gough
- 13: Fr. Joseph Wyatt, Ivy Waller, Alice Winifred Keegan
- 14: Gerard Morgan, Denis Healy, Adrian Chick, Maria Luisa DiNonno
- 15: Frances Irene Barber, Frederick George Costen
May they rest in peace
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Our Lady of Lourdes On Wednesday at 12 noon Mass we remember the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes and pray for the sick. There will be anointing for those who wish it during the Mass.
Old Palm Crosses There is a basket available at the back of the Church to collect old palm crosses which can be burnt and made into ash for Ash Wednesday on 18th February.
Lenten booklets Lenten booklets are now available at the back of the Church. There are 2 different books, one with readings of the day and one with reflections of the day (£1 each). There is also a selection of children’s booklets to purchase.
Catechists Please speak to one of the Priests if you would like to join the Catechist team, particularly preparation for First Holy Communion.
Wednesday Teas Do we have any parishioners willing to help with serving the refreshments after the 12 noon Mass on Wednesday? Please speak to Father or one of the team. Teas and coffee will be served after 12 noon Mass this Wednesday. Please come along for a friendly chat.
Baptisms We welcome into our parish family Caleb Oseni-Monodv who was baptized at St John’s this weekend. Application forms for Baptism are available at the back of the Church or the parish office. Families need to attend a preparation session before the baptism (the next session is Monday 16th February @7pm not 8th February) or email the office.
Confirmation The preparation programme for young people in Years 8-13 at school or 13 years of age by 1 September 2026, who are interested in being confirmed in 2026 has now started. To register for the programme please complete the Google Form: https://forms.gle/1bSFp57Uq7FJxRAU8 The next session for the young people will take place on Wednesday 4 February at 7:30pm here in the church.
Fr Emmanuel’s Induction Mass Please save the date: Sunday 22nd February 2026 at 11am Mass. Bishop Paul will be celebrating this very special Mass.
Last weeks collections St John’s: £1008.37, St Mary’s: £169.76, Catholic Association for Racial Justice: St John’s £330.64, St Mary’s £45.39. Standing orders for January £2032.00: Donations towards new Mass Books £100.00.
Next Sunday: Second collection for Clergy Support which enables the Diocese to care for clergy in their old age or sickness after a lifetime of service. Thank you for your support and generosity.
Foodbank We will be collecting donations for the Foodbank at all Masses next weekend 14th/15th February. The most needed items are Tinned Fruit, Tinned Carrots, Longlife Milk & Juice, Couscous, Honey and Squash. Thank you for support for local families in need.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Christ is really present in the Blessed Sacrament; come and talk heart to heart with Him, either on Wed 10.00-12 or Sat after 10am Mass until 12.30pm; or 1st Friday 24 hour Adoration.
Children’s Liturgy We welcome children of age 4-8 to weekly sessions at the 10.30am Mass. Please, speak to a member of Children’s Liturgy team to find out more details.
School Forms The priest will be available to sign school forms this Wednesday from 1-2pm. Please ring on the Presbytery bell.
Book Club next meets Wednesday 11th February at 7-8pm in the church coffee bar. Free refreshments. All welcome!
St. Vincent’s Dartford “Dining with the Bridegroom” We are preparing a special event for couples on Saturday, 14th February , and Fr. Emeka and I would love to extend this invitation to our parishioners. The evening is for all couples to enjoy a beautiful 2-course meal and reflect on their journey with Christ at the centre. Please see the poster in the porch.
Booking Mass Intentions: Envelopes for Masses are available at the back of the Church, write the intention and put the stipend in the envelope and hand to one of the priests or drop into the Presbytery letterbox or call at the presbytery between 10-2pm if you would like a specific mass. We cannot always allocate a Mass on the date requested as it may have already been booked, however, your Mass may be shared if you wish.
Padre Pio Prayer Group each Tuesday straight after 9.15am Mass in the Cry Chapel. All welcome to join us in prayer. We especially remember our sick friends and family.
Mother’s prayer group takes place straight after the 9.15am mass every Friday. You are invited to join us and pray for our children especially.
Divine Mercy Chaplet The Divine Mercy Chaplet will be online at 3pm Monday – Friday. Click here for how to join the online meetings as well as the prayers if you wish to say the Chaplet privately.
Come and Rest in Me is a contemplative group that meets around the Word of God on Wednesdays 8-9pm. Click here for the zoom link.
Mustard Seed Bible study every day @ 8.30pm; Lectio Divina on Fridays @ 7.30pm. Please click here for how to join
Growing in Faith Together (GIFT). Thursday 26 February 2026 ‘Rooted in Love’ – It’s an online monthly meet up to hear a scripture reading and discuss ideas relevant to married Catholic couples / couples where one is RC / or an individual RC spouse meeting once a month for 1 hour at 8.30pm – 9.30pm. Contact Carole on: mflkent@rcaos.org.uk
Sick/housebound Please contact the parish office and let us know of neighbours/family members who are unable to come to Church and would like to receive Communion or call 01474 352415. We remember in our prayers those who are sick, housebound or in hospital & those who care for them and their families.
Please, when on admission in the hospital or care home, volunteer the information of your faith as you won’t be asked ordinarily.