Date (2010)

This Week – there will be a retiring collection for the Diocesan Children's Society.  Leaflets and Gift Aid envelopes available at the back of the church.

Christmas Child Appeal – Covered shoeboxes can be collected for filling after Mass on Sat 28 & Sun 29 August. Ann Bartlett '692712.

Holy Hour – Sunday 29 August, Our Lady of Fatima, 3-4pm. All welcome.

Act Up 2010 – three-day drama course for 7-13 year-olds. Tuesday 31 August-Thursday 2 September, 10am-3pm, Leweston School, Sherborne. See poster. '01963 210783   office@leweston.dorset.sch.uk

Blues & Jazz BBQ – St Aldhelm's Church Parish Centre, Parkstone, 4 September. See poster for details.

What's so Amazing about Grace? – new play to be performed in the open at Buckfast Abbey. 1-4 & 6-8 September, 7.45pm. Tickets £12, concessions for groups. Box Office: '01364 645517. See poster.

Papal Visit Catholic Internet Radio Station – 'Heart Gives Unto Heart' - broadcasting 7am-midnight, Tuesday 14 – Monday 20 September 2010. The radio station is part of a project to showcase the creative talent of young Catholics, and will broadcast live coverage by student reporters following the Pope on his historic visit. It has been set up in Southwark Diocese and the Committee is chaired by Bishop Paul Hendricks. See poster and/or the website: www.heartgivesuntoheart.co.uk

The Papal Visit 16-19 September 2010 –information can be found on the following website: www.thepapalvisit.org.uk If you do not have access to a computer, do ask a family member or friend who does. The Catholic Truth Society (CTS) has published a range of booklets in preparation for the visit.

Parish Growth Retreat – Franciscan Retreat Centre, Pantasaph, North Wales, 21-23 Sept 2010. The retreat is for parish priests, coordinators, lay leaders and everyone who wants to actively build up the Church. Early booking essential, places limited. See poster for more details; booking form in the office, or book online at pantasaph.org.uk. From Jillian Wilce, Diocesan Family Project Coordinator.

RCIA: Sharing the Journey – Training day, Sat 25 September, St Nicholas School, Exeter, 9am-5pm. For catechists and those interested in being involved with RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults). See poster for details/booking form in the office. Cost £10.

We will be having a Parish Harvest Lunch after 10am Mass on Sunday 17 October to coincide with the Bishop's visit. Please watch the Newsletter for further details in the coming weeks.
Would COGS members please advise Peter Almond ('697069) of availability to help on the day of the party (Sat 25 Sept). Thank you.

Bishop Christopher's Visitation to the Four Poole Parishes –
9/10 Oct, St Mary's; 16/17 Oct, St Anthony's; 30/31 Oct, St Joseph's; 6/7 Nov, Our Lady of Fatima. More details later

Confirmation 2011 – Are you in school year 9 or above? Think you might be ready to be confirmed in the Catholic faith? The Poole Parishes jointly run a vibrant, challenging programme based on the gifts of the Holy Spirit for young people like you. We guarantee you will discover a lot about yourself and also your relationship with God. All we ask is that you commit to attending a weekend retreat and ALL four Saturday sessions. So please make sure you keep these dates free in next year's diary. Bring a parent/carer along to our introductory meeting to find out more.
Sat 27 November 2010 – Introductory Meeting for candidates and families, 4.30pm at St Anthony's, followed by 5.30pm Mass;
Sun 9 Jan 2011 – after 5.30pm Mass at St Mary's – Welcome meal for candidates and catechists;
Fri-Sun 11-13 Feb – Retreat weekend, Awe & Wonder with RISE;
Sat 5 March – Wisdom & Understanding;                   Sat 19 Mar – Knowledge & Courage;
Sat 9 April – Right Judgement & Reconciliation;         Sat 7 May – Reverence & Review.
Rehearsal and Confirmation – hopefully end May/beg June, dates not yet finalised. Please speak to Father Keith if you wish to take part. ** Parents of past or future candidates, we need help this time with organising refreshments mid-morning and lunchtime at the Saturday sessions. If you can spare a couple of hours, please get in touch:  tina_preston@ntlworld.com or leave a message in the office.

The Big Marriage Celebration 2010 in Plymouth Diocese – By personal invitation, couples celebrating 10th, 25th, 30th, 40th, 50th, 60th+ wedding anniversaries will gather at the cathedral in November to celebrate their commitment to marriage; to give thanks, renew their vows and pray for families and all marriages. Parish priests and parishioners are invited to nominate couples for an invitation. Please contact Jillian Wilce: jillianw@plymouth-diocesanoffice.org.uk. Cardinal Newman House, Wonford Road, Exeter, EX2 4PF. '01392 671320.

World Youth Day Madrid August 2011 – the pilgrimage is open to young people aged 16-35. People of all faiths and none are welcome; also young people with special needs, and special provisions will be made. If you wish to take part, please collect a booking form from the office. See the official WYD website: http://en.madrid11.com   

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