A Time for thinking of others...

Throughout the year we need to keep the concerns and difficulties of others very much at the forefront of our minds. However at Christmastime there is perhaps even greater opportunity to do this through the various good causes and charities which are supported through our communities. Here are some ways which you might like to consider.

Bring a Gift...

As in years past, we encourage you (regardless of age!) to bring a small gift with you to our Christmas Masses which will then be shared with less fortunate children and families in our area. The gift could be a child’s game, toiletries or small clothing items (gloves, scarf or the like) . They will all be used well and gratefully received!

SVP Appeal

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SVP) do great, but often unseen, work throughout the year. We will take a Collection at our Masses in support their work next weekend, Sunday 16^th December.

Advent Lunches

Soup and a Roll in Saint Mary’s Presbytery after the 12.10 Mass on the Tuesdays of Advent. No Charge – but donations gratefully received for local charities.

Advent Alms

We have placed at the back of the three churches, envelopes marked ‘Advent Alms’ which can be used for any donations you wish to make to local charities during this Season. Funds will then used for the work of the SVP, the Salvation Army and other local charities.

Christmas Gift Ideas

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