• Bible Studies with Fr. Peter Burrows in Kentish Town 7.30 – 9.00pm, 15th, 22nd and 29th September 2008 - The Parish Centre, Our Lady of Christian parish, 4 Lady Margaret Rd

• Bible Studies on Celebrating Paul in the Pauline Year with Fr Peter Edmonds SJ in Nazareth House (Hammersmith) 7.30 – 9.00pm., 7th, 14th and 21st October 2008 - Prayer Centre of Nazareth House (Hammersmith Road, W6 8DB) 

• Bible Studies on Praying with Scripture: Tips and Techniques with Tracy and Anthony Curran Hammersmith 7.30 – 9.00pm., 13th, 20th and 27th January 2009 - Prayer Centre of Nazareth House (Hammersmith Road, W6 8DB)

• Bible Studies with Fr. Peter Burrows in Hammersmith - Old Testament Books 7.30 – 9.00pm., 3rd, 10th and 17th March 2009 - Prayer Centre of Nazareth House (Hammersmith Road, W6 8DB)

Hillingdon deanery talks on St Paul by Fr John Deehan in Eastcote + St Thomas More, 32 Field End Rd, Eastcote, Pinner, Middx HA5 2QT, 7.30-9.00 pm Paul and his Missionary Journeys - 18 Sep 2008 Paul the Evangelist - 25 Sep 2008 Paul the Theologian - 2 Oct 2008

Ausra Karaliute - Team Member (Adult Formation) ausrakaraliute@rcdow.org.uk or phone 020 7931 6078

We have copies available of a DVD recording of Fr Jerome Murphy-O’Connor’s talk on ‘The Story of St Paul’. Should you wish to receive a copy please contact Ausra Karaliute on 020 7931 6078 or email aurakaraliute@rcdow.org.uk

(suggested minimum donation £3, cheques payable to WRCDT)

On 6 September, at Westminster Cathedral Hall, 170 people turned up to listen to Bishop John's excellent talk on St. Paul. Many of these people also took the opportunity to register their interest for the sessions in preparation for the Appointed by God season which are being held across the Diocese through September / October 2008. If you wish to book, please contact Mark on 020 7931 6043 or email marknash@rcdow.org.uk.

Appointed by God - daily meditations and group reflections on the life and letters of St. Paul, 'Apostle to the Gentiles' is being delivered this week. The season will start on 19 October and will run for six weeks until 29 November 2008. If you require large-print, audio, youth, children's liturgy or primary school materials please contact Mark, details above.

Visit our website to see where courses are currently running in your area or call and request a course brochure to see what’s on offer for the coming year. Should you be unable to attend one of our courses but would like to discuss faith formation issues, then simply call to make an appointment to speak with one of our catechetical advisers. We also offer parish and deanery surgeries where you can discuss resources and all things catechetical - www.rcdow.org.uk/catechesis  or phone: 020 7798 9150.

Retreat from the routine of everyday life and explore the mystery and power of God through the writings of St. Paul. Retreat Day (Open to all) – “An Unknown God”: 29th November 2008. 11.00am to 4.00pm at All Saints Pastoral Centre, London Colney, Herts. Cost: £5 by booking in advance or £10 on the day. Book in advance by phone: 020 7798 9150 or email: ccrs@rcdow.org.uk 

Series of talks for young adults Mind the Gap -  Four Stops to Advent

Corpus Christi Church, Maiden Lane WC2E

Talks will start at 7 pm

25 Nov, 2, 9 and 16 Dec 2008

Thank you to all of you who have registered to attend one of the Clergy Days of Formation in October. If you have already returned your reply slip you should have received confirmation via your diocesan and/or your parish email address. Those not in parish appointments should have received a letter of confirmation. If you have not received a reply to your booking, please contact Mathew D’Souza (020 7798 9152), who is handling the bookings. The original closing date for replies was 31st August. However, if you have not replied to Bishop Alan’s original letter, please send your reply to Mathew D’Souza at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN as soon as possible. If you cannot attend one of these Clergy Days the Cardinal has asked that you write to him personally.

See the diocesan website, www.rcdow.org.uk/paul, for more information on events, programmes, talks and the tour of the St. Paul Icon.

The Catholic Certificate in Religious Studies aims to provide an introduction to Catholic theology and to enable every participant to grow in understanding as they live their faith. The course validated by the Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales. For more information about CCRS and when the course runs please call: 020 7798 9150 or visit: www.rcdow.org.uk/education

(Open to all)

We will explore the roots of spirituality in the Bible and the importance of prayer and spirituality for our world and everyday living.

1st & 8th November 2008 – 10.00am to 3.00pm

To be held Vaughan House. Total cost covers both days: £ 15 by booking in advance or £ 20 on the day.

Book in advance for either of these study days by phone: 020 7798 9150 or email: ccrs@rcdow.org.uk

Fr Nicholas King SJ, a leading biblical scholar will share his insights on St. Paul at St. Mary's, 279 High Road, East Finchley, N2 8HG. For more call 020 8883 4234

Where is God when things in our lives are tough? Take a few hours to join us for a time of reflection, conversation and prayer and discover how God could be working in your life.

23rd October 2008 – 7.30pm -9.30pm Benedictine Centre for Spirituality, Christ the King, Cockfosters, Enfield.  (This session is open to all and is free). Book in advance by phone: 020 7798 9150 or email: catadmin@rcdow.org.uk