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Youth Ministry Training – 20 April and 18 May at The St Philip Howard Centre, Crawley:  Do you want to see more young people in your Parish? Sign up for the Diocesan two-day Youth Ministry Training course. Be inspired, encouraged and equipped for the new era of mission that we find ourselves in. E: [email protected]

Our next date will be Sunday 28th April after St George’s 9am mass –  All welcome invite friends and family, they are welcome just to attend breakfast or join for mass also.

The South Downs Singers Spring Concert on Saturday 27th April at 3.30pm.  St George’s Church. Tickets £10 on the door or by calling 01323 832767.

Easter Celebrations at St Wilfrid’s:  We started at 10am, Good Friday “Stations of the Cross” led by Teresa and our children, a very simple version enjoyed by us all.  Then into our hall for hot cross buns and tables of activities for the children.  3pm “Veneration of the Cross” led by Deacon John, well attended and moving.  Next our Easter Vigil, Sat at 7pm, starting in the hall then outside, lighting of new fire and decorating the two Easter Candles for both churches.  Then into the darken church, each one holding a lighted candle to begin the lovely service we always look forward to and enjoy.  Easter Sunday Mass absolutely packed out.   Thank Goodness the sun didn’t shine until later, so the “Egg Hunt” got away without melting.  The bag sale was very successful and many of you came in for tea and refreshments, especially the 2 large cakes decorated by Anne.  A BIG THANK YOU to everyone who helped in anyway towards making our Easter Celebrations so successful.  It is the many willing helpers we have that make these occasions so special.  If you would like to join us, please do let us know, we need you.  Last, but by no means least, Fr Rory, who is the one person who gives meaning to all our services and celebrations, thank you Father.

A most beautiful start to Holy Week with the Mass of the Last Supper at St George’s. Our EM’s from both communities renewing their commitment to this vital role. Good Friday poignant and respectful. Easter Sunday renewing our baptismal vows together. Thank you to everyone who put time and effort into supporting Fr Rory and producing meaningful, prayerful and well attended services.

Our next afternoon tea will be Thursday 25th April at 2pm.  Theme is St George.

Race Night, 26th April at 7pm:  The race night leaflets already bought will be accepted as your entry on the night.  More are on sale now and on the door on the night. You will need to bring your own alcoholic drinks and nibbles. Tea ,Coffee & soft drinks will be available. The tote will be at £1 a ticket. This is a fun night for all, hope to see you on the night. 

Began in our hall where Fr Rory blessed our palms, then we proceeded back to our church for Mass.  After mass we celebrated two birthdays, Maeve and little Rosemary, who gave up chocolate for Lent, but informed us that you are   allowed to eat it on Sundays, so two very chocolatey cakes were devoured! It was great to see so many people joining in and talking to other parishioners. Great celebrations this week, Easter Sunday.  Easter egg hunt after mass for the children, whilst they are hunting we will be having the “bag sale” in the hall whilst we celebrate in our usual way!  Happy Easter to everyone and a big thank you to all who helped make all the celebrations very special, including Fr Rory.  More volunteers are always welcome.

The South Downs Singers Spring Concert on Saturday 27th April at 3.30pm.  St George’s Church. Tickets £10 on the door or by calling 01323 832767.

An Eastertide series of 6 inspiring sessions on the role and gifts of the Holy Spirit. A great way to prepare together for all the important changes as the Deanery becomes a single new Parish in the coming months. Rooted in Scripture, Church Teaching and reflections from Pope Francis. Weekly on Thursdays from 11 April – 16 May, in Our Lady of Ransom Parish Hall (Eastbourne) from 11.45am – 1.15 pm, with refreshments, after the 11.00 am Mass. Everyone is welcome, bring a friend!