Author: Jacky

Day of Reflection for Ministers of the Eucharist:

Day of Reflection for Ministers of the Eucharist – 11-4pm Sat 1st November at Christ the Prince of Peace, Weybridge

Led by Bishop Richard. The day will include theological and practical talks, Eucharistic Adoration and Mass. Arrival from 10.30am for refreshments. Please bring a packed lunch. Parking is available in the church car park but we suggest that you car share, if at all possible. To book a place follow this link Day of Reflection for Ministers of the Eucharist (01-Nov-2025) · ChurchSuite Events or book through the events page on the Diocesan website. 

Eastbourne Parkinson’s Choir

The Eastbourne Parkinson’s Choir is performing in concert at Our Lady of Ransom church hall (opposite the town hall) on 21st August when they are raising funds for the Catholic Midlands   Orphanage and Care Centre in Colenso, Zululand, South Africa and also for our Lady of Ransom parish. Doors open at 6pm and the concert begins at 6.30pm. A Ploughman’s meal will be served half way through.  There will also be a bar serving wine, beer/lager and soft drinks. For tickets priced at £12 please contact Mick or Vernika Lees on 01323 654468 or email [email protected]
 

27th July 2025

Deacon John Writes:

This week brings me to the last instalment of the Deacon John writes about food:

We have had three examples recently where meals have been the feature. The first was in May when we had the wonderful party celebrating my 90th Birthday.  So many came to the celebration and the food was scrumptious – a       memorable occasion. The second special event was the party for Canon Paul Jennings on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of his ordination as priest – a real example of Service to the Lord.  The third was what has become a regular   party after Mass on the last Sunday of the month. Each month it is for a different charity and is much appreciated both by those who attend it and by the recipient of the proceeds.  These are just three examples of the benefits of meals in the life of the church. I hope that in the coming weeks and months there will be many more events where we show hospitality to the world around us. This is a very important part of our being in this world.   

Applications Now Open for the 2025/26 OHP Academy

The OHP Academy is a six-month online worship school for aspiring worship leaders, musicians, and songwriters who are seeking to deepen their relationship with Jesus while developing their practical gifting to serve within their local context. One Hope Project has over a decade of experience in worship, song writing, and equipping others for ministry, rooted in a lifelong journey of following Christ. We’re excited to be launching our fifth cohort this year, having already graduated over 70 participants from 13 countries worldwide. Further details can be found on the website W: onehopeproject.co.uk/ohpacademy.
 

Thank you:

Thank you all very much for helping me celebrate my 50th. Your kind words, the cards, the super tea party and generous gifts made last weekend very special and it all meant a lot to me. Hailsham and Polegate is a very special community, one of which you all, with Fr Rory have built up over the years, your faith, love of the Lord and your care for each other shines out in so many ways. Thank you all, very much for your friendship and prayers.

Fr Paul, a fellow parishioner.