Category: Saint George’s latest news

Harvest Mass September/October

St Wilfrid’s Sun 29th September:  During the family mass we will be led by our children’s liturgy in celebrating the harvest and give thanks to God for our food, our farmers, and all who produce and supply it. Please bring your offerings of fresh harvest produce to the church, at the Friday mass or on the day of the harvest mass. We will sell fresh produce afterwards to raise further funds for CAFOD. Gifts of tins & packet foods are requested during the month for Foodbank, please leave them in the labelled box in the porch as soon as possible. These will form part of our display. Most needed item list is at the back of church. 

St Georges Sun 6th October:  Same format as above except fresh produce donations requested by 8.45am at Sunday mass.

Thank you for your generosity.

Fr Rory’s 75th Birthday

Fr Rory celebrates his 75th birthday on September 24th and what better way to   celebrate this than by joining us for a sponsored walk along the Cuckoo trail on Sun Sept 29th? You may recall that Fr Rory had hoped we would all walk with him along this trail that links our two churches together as part of his golden Jubilee celebrations.  Sadly, this event was postponed due to the closure of the Cuckoo trail for that weekend.  We will set off at 3pm from St George’s Car Park Polegate and walk via the Cuckoo Trail to St Wilfrid’s Hailsham (approx. 3miles). At St Wilfrid’s we will be greeted with warm hospitality and a delicious birthday tea.  Sponsor forms will be available soon at the back of church. Please gather as many sponsors as you can from friends and family.  We are raising funds for CAFOD. If you are unable to walk please come and celebrate the birthday tea with us at 4pm . 

St George’s Hall

Mon 26th August 10am – 5pm – Board Games Enthusiasts Fair.  This is a group who enjoy all board games from across the decades.  They have an annual fair where like minded people meet play and buy/sell games.  They are holding the fair as a charity event for Demelza, the children’s hospice.  All welcome.

St George’s Fire Drill – Sunday 15th September

The Diocese recommend that we have a fire drill at least annually.  Although we are giving notice of it, to   ensure it is as authentic as possible, following      consultation with Fr Rory, it will take place during Mass, prior to the offertory procession.  Appointed fire stewards will ensure prompt evacuation of both the church and hall where children’s liturgy will be taking place. The evacuation assembly point is on the pavement, Eastbourne Road, right in front of the church. Afterwards, we will return to the church and continue with Mass. It is very important that as a community we know how to evacuate safely. The weekend before, during the notices announcement slot, there will be a short talk on the fire drill.

First Holy Communion Programme 2024-25

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION PROGRAMME 2024-25

First Communion Preparation: Parents are invited to enrol their children for our First Holy Communion Programme 2024 – 25 (those entering Year 3 or above). Application forms to join the programme are available at the back of the church and on the parish website. The course will begin with an introductory meeting for parents on September 25th at 6.00pm in St Wilfrid’s Church Hall.  Deadline for enrolment is September 15th. For more information, please     contact Teresa Palmer. 07951082592, [email protected]

St Wilfrid’s, Teas & Coffees after Mass on Sunday

Usually Ann Hoad makes the teas/coffees, sets up tables etc., but currently she has shingles.  Ladies and gentlemen stepped up to help for which we thank them.  As Ann will be absent for a while we would be very pleased if other people could help out please.  Lulu very kindly cleans away for us each week and we take this opportunity of thanking her so much.  If you can help please, just slip away before the last hymn and get the kettle on, it will be all set up for you.  Thank you in advance.

Please say a prayer that Ann will return as soon as she is able.  We send our best wishes to you Ann.  Sophie says “Thank You” to all who helped celebrate her birthday last week after Mass. The very large cake was gone in a flash!

Volunteer Catechists & Children’s Liturgy Assistants (St Wilfrid’s)

As we are about to commence our new year of Children’s Liturgy and sacramental preparation, we give thanks to all those who freely give of their time to support this most valuable ministry. We would like to give a special thanks to   Angie Squizzoni who is now stepping back from her role        following her recent retirement. Her enthusiasm and dedication will be greatly missed.

Our Sacramental preparation programmes and Children’s Liturgy sessions are dependent on the number of volunteers available. Going forward, we only have 2 catechists available at St Wilfrid’s to run both of these programmes and without     further support it may not be possible to offer a Children’s Liturgy session every Sunday in term time. One DBS checked adult catechist is needed for every eight children to meet the child safeguarding regulations.

If you are willing to give a little of your precious time, want to learn more about your faith and share it with others, then please email Jackie at [email protected] or speak to Teresa or Annette. We would especially like to encourage parents to consider joining our team so that we can continue to offer this service to your children.  Prior experience is not necessary, support and training will be provided.