CATHOLIC EDUCATION: Last week we should have had a retiring collection for Catholic Education Services, but by oversight we missed it! This Sunday we shall have one! Pray also for our Primary and Secondary Schools. Bishop John Sherrington, chair of the Diocesan Education Board, recently wrote 

"The letter from the Congregation for Catholic Education, The Catholic school, on the threshold of The Third Millennium reminds us of the fundamental characteristics of the Catholic school: 

The Catholic school as a place of integral education of the human person through a clear educational project of which Christ is the foundation, its ecclesial and cultural identity; its mission of education as a work of love; its service to society. 

In context of rapidly changing government policies, it is important that we continue to combine integral formation in the faith with a focus on excellent education so that each student may flourish and realise his or her true potential using God-given gifts. 

At this time, some schools of the diocese are considering becoming part of a diocesan multi-academy trust, others part of geographical multi-academy trusts. Whatever new relationships arc created, it is important that schools build solidarity with others so that good practice may be shared". 

LENTEN GUIDED PRAYER FOR YOUNG ADULTS . 

A Time of Guided Prayer is a retreat in daily life costing a fraction of most retreats but still a wonderful opportunity to: 

• Take time out  
• Deepen your relationship with God 
• Explore new ways of praying  
• Find help with any kind of decision  
• Discover more who you really are

"A particular lesson I learnt was that there are many opportunities and ways of meeting with, conversing with, loving and cherishing God throughout the day. It leads me to a deeper encounter with Jesus through a reflection at the end of the day of how the Spirit worked in the experiences of the day and how I responded to them". See http://www.rcdow.org-.uk/youth/events. Telephone: 020 7798 9360

FLAME: On Saturday 24th March 2012 there will be a National Catholic Youth Congress held at Wembley Arena. The organisers are hoping for 8000 young people and young adults to attend. Bookings are for groups from parishes, schools, youth groups etc. Could you take a group from your parish youth group or secondary school? If so, you should contact CYM Fed or Fr Dominic Howarth through the FLAME website. For individuals or small groups we do have tickets available through Vaughan House to be part of a Westminster diocesan group - for these you should contact us http://cymfed.org/congress/flame/2012 

CATHOLIC SINGLES is an organisation which helps single adult Catholics of all ages meet, either one to one or through social events. Please telephone: 0161 941 3498, visit our website: info@catholicsingles.org.uk 

ARCHBISHOP'S MASS OF THANKSGIVING FOR THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY WESTMINSTER CATHEDRAL, SATURDAY 26TH MAY 2012 AT 3pm. The Archbishop will be inviting to this Mass all couples in the Diocese who are celebrating their 10th, 25th, 50th, and 60th + wedding anniversary of Catholic marriage in 2012. If you qualify, please give your Parish Priest the following details: husband and wife's names, wedding date, full postal address and email (or telephone number, if no email). 

JOURNEY INTO THE DEPTHS OF GOD AND THE HEARTS OF OUR WORLD PRAYER - Alone and with others, leads us into the heart of God and transforms our own hearts with compassion and love for our world. 

COMMUNITY- Our experience of the joy in living and celebrating together creates energy within us for building community among ourselves and others. 

REFLECTION ON LIFE - In prayer we come to God with all that touches our lives with the sufferings and hopes for humanity. 

SERVICE WITH THE HEART OF AN EDUCATOR- Our starting point is the Gospel with all that demands of us-love, forgiveness, justice and solidarity with the poor and rejected 

INTERNATONALITY- As an international community in 44 countries, we are enriched and challenged by our different cultures and mentalities. 

IS THIS THE MORE YOU ARE LOOKING FOR? More details on www.societyofthesacredheartvocations.co.uk Telephone Barbara Sweeney rscj 0191 272 3000  

PILGRIMAGE TO LISIEUX 
There are a limited number of places available on a pilgrimage to Lisieux from Saturday 26th May - Friday 1st June 2012. Travelling by coach to Lisieux and based there, the pilgrimage is centered on the life of St Thérèse and visits will be made to the places in Lisieux which are associated with her. In addition, day trips will also be made to other interesting parts of Normandy including Bayeux and the D-Day landing beaches in Arromanches. Price £365 inclusive for a twin/double room or £455 inclusive for a single room. For further information telephone: Stephen Osborne (020) 7837 4114 or email: s.osborne@which.net 

SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL
For all willing to work in a spirit of justice and peace with people in need.
Meetings are held in the Parish Room, usually once a month, on a Wednesday at 6.45 p.m. A notice showing the date of the next meeting is displayed by the entrance to the church. Anyone interested in joining is welcome to attend. Contact: Martina Cullen  telephone: 020 7691 2626  email: mcullen32@hotmail.co.uk

THE LEGION OF MARY is a lay organisation of Catholic men and women. The object of the Legion is the glory of God through the spiritual development of its members through prayer and active work visiting people in their homes, in hospitals and any other work approved by the parish priest, such as catechesis. We meet every Thursday at 6.45 in the parish room of St Anselm and St Cæcilia, and always welcome new members. Auxiliary membership is open to priests, religious and lay people who wish to support the Legion with their daily prayers. For more information please call Pat McGuigan on 07412 097 448

NEW SINGERS needed for our junior choir, the Schola Caeciliana, if you are interested in joining, please contact Ian Coleman on 07903-944102 or email: iancoleman@operamail.com 

REPOSITORY: Stephen and Betty Ogilby sole handily run and organise the Repository which is open for sale of religious articles at the back of the church after Sunday Mass. They would welcome volunteers to lend a helping hand in any way they can: helping to arrange articles on the sales table, maybe help with the sales or help to clear away and pack the articles away after selling is finished. Volunteers do not need to feel committed to being 'permanent' helpers. Both Stephen and Betty would welcome any help offered. So please approach them before or after Mass to lend a hand. 

FROM THE PARISH FINANCE COMMITTEE: As many parishioners will be aware, we are planning a major refurbishment of the Church interior, concentrating primarily on the Sanctuary. As the focus of our Mass celebrations and other liturgies, the Altar will be raised and enlarged, the Ambo (lectern), the seating in the Sanctuary as well as the Sanctuary floor will be replaced in stone compatible with the existing architecture of the Church. We will hopefully also be able to improve the appearance of the nave by removal of the carpets and restoration of the wooden areas of floor beneath them. There is no intention to make any other alterations to the appearance of the historic artwork or other aspects of the architecture of the Church. This will be the first major work within the Church itself since the repairs after the fire, and obviously requires significant amounts of financial support. Very roughly, the project is likely to cost some £150.000 if carried out soon, which is considerably more than the Parish has available in its reserves at present. To this end we intend to launch an appeal among both our local parishioners and our visitors and regular weekday congregations. Information and appeal leaflets will be available later in the Autumn, explaining the work and how it can be supported. To increase the value of direct financial contributions, we welcome the use of Gift Aid by those donors liable to pay UK Income and Capital Gains Tax, as well as fundraising ideas, if you are able to help, whether by direct donations or with fundraising, please contact Fr. David Barnes or members of the Parish Finance Committee. 

DUBLIN EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS 10-17 June: Archbishop Vincent Nichols will be leading a pilgrimage from the Westminster diocese to the International Eucharistic Congress in Dublin from the Wednesday evening (13th June). 60 places have been booked on this pilgrimage. As well as the daily celebration of Mass, there will be talks each day by internationally known speakers. and a great variety of workshops on themes connected with the Eucharist. Details can be found on a flyer which is available from your priest. If you wish to apply for a place on the Westminster pilgrimage with the Archbishop, please contact Gerald Daly at the Westminster Pilgrimage Office: geralddalv@rcdow.org.uk 020 7798 9173. You can also make your own arrangements independently and join the Westminster delegation as when you can. You can book through the Conference website www.iec2012.ie by credit card, for a single day, a three day period, or the whole week

JOURNEYING WITH GOD Guided prayer during Lent. Take time out. Deepen your relationship with God. Explore new ways of praying. Find help with decision making Discover more who you really are. 

• Who? Young adults aged between 18 and 35. 
• When? Once a week during Lent. 
• Where? At local venues. 
• Cost? £30 (waged) £10 (unwaged) 

For more information or to book one of the limited places contact Sr Emma Nolan: Tel: 020 7798 9360 or Email: sremmanolan@rcdow.org.uk 

BEGINNING EXPERIENCE: There is a special heartache for those who find themselves single again. Now there is help: A weekend away for a lifetime of change to be held at Emmaus Centre, West Wickham 30th March- 1st April 2012. A time to heal by experiencing God's love through others. A time to begin again. For further details contact Rita on 01923 467958 or email: Zanzibar@talktalk.net 

COME AND SEE Catholic Charismatic prayer group for young adults. Every Thursday 7 - 9pm. S1. Charles Borromeo Church, 8, Ogle Street, London WIW 6HS Email: info@soulfoodgroup.org

ARE YOU 18+? Would you like to be involved in outreach work during the 2012 Olympic Games? The Joshua Camp will be hosting and training hundreds of Catholics from around the world to serve at the Games. If you would like to serve or perhaps even panicipate in a leadership role please contact Sr Emma Nolan of the Youth Suppon Team sremmanolan@rcdow.org.uk or www.ioshuacamp.com or_tel: 020 7798 9360

FRANCISCAN RETREAT in the Holy Valley of Rieti. Lazio, Italy, where St Francis spent most of his life 13-22 September 2012. £1,450 full board and ensuite Details from Retreats beyond Dover: retreats@dircon.co.uk or www.retreats.dircon.co.uk or Tel: 02073797273 £50 discount for the first parishioner applying. 

PRAYER IN THE CITY "Explore different prayer methods in a small group with a trained prayer guide" Mondays and Wednesdays at 6.30pm for 30-40 minutes (after the 6.00pm Mass) 114, Mount Street, London W1K 3AH Tel: 020 74951673 www.mountstreet.info 

LONDON'S OLDEST CATHOLIC GIRL'S SCHOOL will be admitting boys from September 2013. Parents of current Year 5 students are invited to attend our Open Mornings every Tuesday from 9.00am-11.00am. Parents can tour the school and visit lessons Maria Fidelis Convent School FCJ 

VOLUNTEERS needed for the Charity City Pregnancy Counselling and Psychotherapy. full Counselling Training given and we begin training soon. We begin with Basic Counselling Skills, please come and help us in our counselling and Psychotherapy Centre'. Also if you have finished with your baby items or small children's items, or could buy any baby toiletries etc., please donate them for someone who has no money for these things. We can collect. Phone Agnes Rees Therapy Manager for CPCP 020 7638 5440 OR 07904 870595 OR email: agnes.rees@citypregnancy.org.uk 

YOUTH MINISTRY VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT the Youth Support Team in Westminster are offering a series of workshops for those people working with, or interested in working with young people in parishes. Please contact Sr. Emma Nolan on 020 7798 9360 or sremmanolan@rcdow.org.uk for more details or to book a place please reply to: The Agency For Evangelisation. Vaughan House, 46. Francis Street, London Tel: 020 77989152 Email: matthewdsouza@rcdow.org.uk 

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN PROMOTING PRO-LIFE? Our parish needs someone to co-ordinate and oversee Pro-Life issues. We have literature which comes into the office from SPUC (The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children), and other Pro-Life groups, who often ask for our support in specific campaigns or general awareness of issues. We would welcome someone from our parish to come forward to help co-ordinate and spearhead the Pro-Life campaigns/issues when they arise. For further information please contact: Fr David Barnes: 020 7405 0376 

Pastoral Mission Programme for the Lay Apostolate; Do you want to grow in the knowledge, spiritual resources and skills which will help you to be of greater help you to be of greater service to the local Church and her mission in the world? There are still a few places available for October entry on the Pastoral Mission Programme. A formation programme for the lay apostolate, jointly directed by the Westminster Diocese and Heythrop College, University of London, in Kensington Square, W8. Places available for the 2- year Foundation Degree, which comprises a thorough background in Catholic Theology, spiritual direction and work based mentoring; and, for those having completed a Foundation Degree or equivalent, the 1-year blended learning experience leading to a BA. For further details please contact the Programme Convenor, Fr Dominic Robinson, S.J. at d.robinson@heythrop.ac.uk 

WANTED: People motivated by their Christian faith to support a prisoner on release from prison. Basic caring communities aim to provide genuine support to ex-prisoners on release from prison. Volunteers motivated by their Christian faith give weekly support, both meeting as a group and 1:1, for an agreed length of time to help the prisoner resettle effectively in the community and not reoffend. Full training is provided. If you enjoy working as part of a group, please contact BaCC and find out more. To explain exactly what is involved, Taster Mornings are being held on Saturdays in Vauxhall, London. Call 07976 284 355 or email: bacc@prisoneradvice.org.uk 

THE CALIX SOCIETY was founded in l947 by recovering alcoholics who saw their Catholic faith as a sure path to serenity without alcohol. The objectives of the Society are: 1. Maintaining sobriety 2. Participation in Holy Mass and group discussions 3. Becoming the person that God wants us to be. With the permission of the Archbishop. Calix meetings are held at St. Pius X, St. Charles Square,W10 - The Good Shepherd, Surrey - Our Lady's, St. John's Wood NW8. For more information: calixinlondon@btinternet.com or Call: 020 3286 7989