There are lots of different types of groups in our Parish with different purposes. Have a look through them and get in touch with the one that suits what you’re being called to.
Small groups are where our large church gets small. Groups are 6-12 people who meet to discuss faith, go deeper in their faith, and support one another in their relationship with Christ. This is the place to care for the spiritual life of others and be cared for; a place to impact our community and the world. Small groups are a great place to explore, ask questions, and grow.
If you're not sure which small group best suits you, just get in touch.
Faith Sharing Groups meet to deepen faith together. They meet weekly for six meetings around Lent and Advent. It is an opportunity to reflect on scripture, using specially prepared material, to pray and support one another.
If you are interested in participating, please complete the form below.
Small Group Leadership
Step up and lead a Small Group in your Parish. Steps to leading a group:
Fill in the form below and send it to us
One of our Parish Leaders will be in touch to have a conversation about what is involved and what is required
Complete the online safety training
Stay connected with the Small Group Coordinator, take on new members from the Parish and attend the necessary training events
Nothing is more rewarding than seeing the faith of others deepen. God calls you to participate in that great work. Get in touch.
CATENIANS
The Catenians are an association of Catholic layman who are committed to their faith, their families, to those in need and to each other.
Their primary purpose is to establish a network of friends, who enhance their family life, strengthen their faith and sustain each other through difficult times. They support each other, the Catholic Church, young people and those in need.
Meetings are held on the last Thursday or every month.
If you would like to see what a Catenian meeting is like or you would like to join your local Catenians Group you can contact Ian Edwards below.
This is an ancient practice of reading, meditating and praying with a piece of the Bible. The purpose is to grow in communion with God.
The group meets to share faith and community on Thursdays at 10:00 AM in the Bulbeck Room.
If you are interested but would like more information please email Shelia – sheila.rees2@ntlworld.com
Taize Prayer Group
We meet every second Monday in term time. 8:30 – 9:30 PM in the Newman Chapel.
Join us for an hour of peaceful meditation at the foot of the Cross, a Gospel Reading, silence, and meditative singing in several languages. Everyone is welcome.
This is a simple & powerful way of praying. It is a contemplative practice much needed in today’s world. The aim is to allow God’s mysterious and silent presence within us to become more and more the reality of our lives.
There are two groups in the Parish:
Tuesdays
6:30 PM
Bulbeck Room
Thursdays
11:15 AM
Bulbeck Room
If you are interested but would like more information please email:
If you discern that there is a spiritual or pastoral need in the Parish that isn’t being met, then maybe God is calling you to step up. If you’d like to discuss this, fill in the below.
Parish Confession Times
Below are the times when the Sacrament of Reconciliation is offered in the Parish. If you have been away from the Sacrament for some time and you’re feeling anxious, just let the priest know and they will guide you. If you would prefer, because you’ve been away, you can arrange to meet with a priest outside of the Parish Confession times. Just fill in the form below and we will be in touch.
The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available in the Church at the following times: