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REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS IN THE PARISH
Tue 19.00 Rosary St Joseph’s Church
Wed 10.30 Prayer, Tea & Coffee St Joseph’s Café
Wed 10.30 Parents & Toddlers PNL Centre at St Joseph’s
Fri 10.30 Prayer, Tea & Coffee St Joseph’s Café
Sat 15.00 Get Together Group PNL Cafe at St Joseph’s
Sun 10.00 Coffee after Mass PNL Centre at Holy Family
Sun 12.00 Coffee after Mass PNL Centre at St Joseph’s
Diane Kamel RIP her funeral service will take place at St Joseph’s on Tuesday 21st July at 10.30am.
Barbara Perin RIP her funeral service will take place at Randall’s Park Crematorium on Thursday 23rd July at 14.45pm.
Larry Walker RIP his funeral will take place at St Joseph’s on Thursday 30th July at 10.30am followed at the surrey and Sussex Crematorium.
Jorgen Lovbakke RIP his funeral has not yet been arranged..
Andrew Wilson RIP his funeral has not yet been arranged
Please remember them and their families in your prayers
This Weekend – Stella Maris (formerly known as the Apostleship of the Sea)
Thank you for your support and generosity
Stella Maris – The Retiring Collection this weekend will be for Stella Maris (formerly the Apostleship of the Sea). Seafarers and fishers play a vital role in all our lives, but they often work in difficult, hazardous conditions. Our support make a big difference to seafarers and fishers in need. To give online go to: https://stellamaris.org.uk/
Parish Day Last Sunday – Thank you!
It was wonderful to see so many parishioners & visitors who came to our Parish Day (between 800-900 this year), and great to see nearly 100 of our youngsters receive certificates celebrating their reception of God’s gifts of First Communion or Confirmation. Thanks for all the prayers for the weather—now remember to pray ‘thank you’! Many people have commented on the lovely atmosphere. None of this could have happened without lots of planning and volunteers. Grateful thanks go to Mr Hall and St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School for the use of the school grounds, the Scouts, who did an amazing job with the plentiful BBQ, and the Syro Malabar Community for the curry. Special thanks to all those who worked hard in front of, or behind, the scenes: sacristans, ministers, our young readers, setting up, tidying up, looking after health & safety, providing entertainment, PA systems, musicians and choir, running children’s entertainment and games, the school PTA for the bouncy castle, dance displays, lifts, first aid, car parking and much more – Well done! If you have photos to share, please email or pass them onto the parish office.
Arundel & Brighton Lourdes Pilgrimage. Please pray for all pilgrims traveling to Lourdes on the Diocesan Pilgrimage this Friday 24 July, as they pray for us as well
St Joseph’s Pre-School have written to us saying they are ’saddened to announce that St Joseph’s Pre-School will be closing permanently at the end of this term. The Pre-School has been part of the parish community for over 40 years, and many families will remember with fondness the friendships, care and connections formed during their time with us. Unfortunately, a combination of ongoing financial pressures, reduced enrolment, and a lack of committee members means we are no longer able to operate sustainably or within our constitutional framework. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the Parish, our families, and parishioners for their support over the years. We kindly ask you to continue to remember our families and staff in your prayers as they navigate this difficult transition.
As part of our closing procedure, are holding a sale to find new homes for our toys and furniture. It will be held on Saturday 25th July between 10am and 2pm at the Pre School. Come and grab yourself a bargain.
CAFOD Global Debt Crisis petition: Low-income countries are being pushed into debt, forced to pay ever higher interest rates to wealthy lenders. CAFOD is calling for a Debt Justice Law and urgent action to secure fair debt re-lief for countries in crisis. Please sign the petition after all Masses on 25/26 July.
Catholic World Day for Grandparents and Elderly – Sunday 26 July. So many of us remember with deep fondness our relationship with our grandparents as we grew up. The theme for the day is “I will never forget you (Is 49:15),” What a wonderful opportunity to encourage our youngsters to phone, visit or reach out to their grandparents, “parish” grandparents, or elderly relatives to show their love and affection. Pope Leo has written a letter for the day : https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2026-06/pope-leo-xiv-for-sixth-world-day-of-grandparents-and-elderly.html Many parishes have a grandparent’s group, if you would like to help form one please contact the parish office.
Next UCM Meeting: On Wednesday 29th July – Social with shared meal at 7pm.
CELEBRATE festival 2026 Come and be part of something joyful this summer. If you’re coming as a family, a couple, on your own, or as a grandparent, Worth Abbey 5-19 August 2026 https://www.celebratetrust.org/
Parish Lunch: our next lunch will be on the 2nd Sunday of Sept (13th) – put the date in your diary now – If you could volunteer to host a lunch please contact the parish office!
Book + Circle: Our summer reading is a novel by Holly Mitchel “Crooked Lines”. We are not meeting until Thursday 4th September 8pm in the Meeting Room at St Joseph’s Church. Please come along – all welcome.
Prayers for our Bishop-Elect Fr Stephen Wang as he prepares to receive episcopal ordination and take canonical possession of the Diocese in October. Fr Stephen has also recorded a video message which can be watched here: https://vimeo.com/1206416223 O God, eternal and loving Shepherd, we bless and thank you for the appoint-ment of your servant, Stephen, to our Diocese of Arundel and Brighton. May your Holy Spirit grace him with a spirit of counsel and fortitude, a spirit of knowledge and piety, so that he may gently and courageously sanctify, teach and govern the Church of Arundel and Brighton as we work together to build up the kingdom of heaven. May he be a shepherd after your own heart, who, with compassion and wise discernment, will care for and lead your people with the joy of the Gospel. Amen.’
Mass for Sick and Housebound: Thank you to all who helped bring our frailer parishioners to the special Mass last Wednesday afternoon and the tea which followed, It was wonderful to see so many gather to receive this wonderful Sacrament of the Sick (over 50 were anointed), and come to the Table of the Lord – even in the hot weather!
Venezuela’s earthquake To support those affected please go online at https://cafod.org.uk/
Parents, babies and toddlers group meets in St Joseph’s PNL Centre, on Wednesdays 10.30am. All welcome
Get Together Group meet on Saturdays at 3pm in the PNL Centre at St Joseph’s. All welcome.
The PNL Cafe will be open every Wednesday and Friday for tea and coffee from 10.30am. Everyone is welcome.
The January 2026 issue of the Parish Justice & Peace Newsletter is available here: https://thenativityofthelord.org.uk/news/newsletters/justice-peace
Yellow Bucket Collection. The weekly parish donations to the food bank at St Matthew’s Redhill are very welcome. You can also support the food bank financially via the website: https://www.redhillfoodbank.org.uk/how-can-i-help.
Thank you from the Food Bank: The Food Bank organisers have written to express their thanks to all at PNL who have donated and supported the Yellow Bucket Scheme
Our SVP groups are reaching out to those in any kind of need, please call 07918980330 and they will call back.
For Information on SVP help, Telephone Support and Care of the Sick in the Parish, please click here.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word: Held at the 11am Mass at St Joseph’s on the first Sunday of each month (except August). Numbers are limited to meet diocesan safeguarding adult/child ratios. Each child must have a parent/guardian consent form completed in advance, and attendance is registered at every session. Volunteers are welcome. More information please go to pnlchildliturgy@gmail.com and to give consent for each child : https://forms.gle/XJgWreVksmvK7Pwv9
Thinking about becoming a Catholic, or maybe want to be confirmed as an adult? Weekly sessions will start again in September. For information contact the Parish Office
SAFEGUARDING IN THE PARISH Some roles in the parish require volunteers to have a DBS check which are renewed every 3 years. Katie Jones, our Safeguarding Rep, will be contacting people if a re-check is needed. However if you are in a role in the parish and have not had a recheck or if you have any query on the DBS process please contact Katie on 01737 761017.
Marriage Support: Marriage in a rut? Or need help with deeper issues? Retrouvaille has helped thousands of couples find hope and healing in their marriage. Next dates: 2nd – 4th October.www.retrouvaille.org.uk/info mb0788 7296983
Thinking of getting married… Congratulations! A reminder that there is a minimum of twelve months’ notice for Marriages planned to take place in a Catholic Church to allow for the necessary preparation and paperwork.
Please contact the Parish Office.
Marriage Care write to say: Please encourage your parishioners to seek support if they are experiencing relationship distress. Our professional relationship counselling service is provided on a donation-only basis and seeking help at whatever stage can make a real difference. You can find out more and book counselling sessions at www.marriagecare.org.uk
BEQUESTS THANK YOU We are very grateful that a number of parishioners from our three churches have assisted our parish by gifting a donation to the parish in their wills. A sheet has been prepared by the diocese outlining the wording that should be used for this. It also includes information on Foundation Masses and bequests to our diocese. If you would like more information please contact the parish office
DO YOU SHOP ONLINE? AND WISH TO HELP PNL?
If you shop online at no cost to you a small donation can be made to the parish for each purchase you make! All you need do is enter your details by going to www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/pnl and clicking ‘Support us for free’.
Then, when shopping online, you will be asked if you want to claim a donation for PNL. Click ‘Claim Donation’ and a small percentage of what you spend will be sent to our Parish Development Fund. So, please get clicking. Thank you.
Thinking of the Priesthood – In our Diocese we have a St John Vianney Group for men aged 18-45 who wish to explore whether they have a calling to the priesthood. If you would like to find out more or just chat generally about vocations contact our diocesan vocations director, Fr Tristan Cranfield: tristan.cranfield@abdiocese.org.uk
Stay in Touch: The Diocese sends out a weekly E-Bulletin newsletter which includes details of formation and events taking place across the Diocese and our wider Catholic community. We encourage you to sign up it’s a great way to stay in touch! To sign up please go https://mailchi.mp/7529e811ae63/joinourlist
Parish Office
122 Ladbroke Road
Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1LF
01737 761017
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Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9.30am – 3.30pm
My thoughts go out to all sailors, fishermen and port workers around the world who, though marked by separation from their loved ones and sometimes by fear of the conflicts occur on the seas, sustain trade and the lives of many peoples through their patient and quiet labour.
Pope Leo XIV
