Fr James Mallon prays before he reads the Gospel at Mass that he will approach the homily with fear and trembling, but also that God will use him in his preaching. His prayer goes something like this: “Lord, help me not to be a total idiot. Use me. Come, Holy Spirit. Let me get out
Continue readingThe Catholic Youth Ministry Careers Fair is open to all young people. Take up this fantastic opportunity to talk to current and former professionals from industries and organisations such as: JP Morgan, Microsoft, National Grid, HSBC, Metropolitan Police, & NHS, as well as teachers, university undergraduates, economists, engineers and those with experience of fashion production and the
Continue reading15TH APRIL – THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER: An interesting point is made about this Sunday’s Gospel in the April edition of Bible Alive. Despite the evidence of his physical resurrection Jesus knew they needed more. Even though they could see and touch him, Jesus knew his disciples needed greater understanding
Continue readingYou will know by now that St Edmund’s has a parishioner App where you can register yourself and your family to: Receive an email copy of the weekly newsletter each Friday Keep up-to-date with church events Set up online giving Keep your details up-to-date Keep
Continue readingThe Gospel reading for Easter Sunday describes the beloved disciple John reaching the tomb first before Peter. He looks in to see the linen cloths lying there but for some reason does not enter. It is only after Peter has witnessed the empty tomb that John decides to go in
Continue readingOn Good Friday we need a couple of volunteers to guide the walkers and help direct the traffic during the Churches Together in Beckenham (CTiB) Walk of Witness service, which starts at St. Edmund’s at 11am and proceeds to St. George’s Green. There will be a stewards’ briefing at 10.40am outside St
Continue readingThe Easter Edition of our community publication ST. ED. has been published and is available to read HERE. It would be appreciated if deliverers could collect and deliver their printed copies this week.
Continue readingOn Good Friday, Churches Together in Beckenham (CTiB) are holding a short Service at St Edmund’s at 11.00 am before walking to St George’s Green for the conclusion of the Service. This year due to the road works in the High Street we plan to walk down The Drive and Church Avenue. Everyone is welcome
Continue readingAs part of our preparation for Holy Week we are having a Healing Service on Tuesday evening at 7.30pm to be led by Damian Stayne. If you would like to know more about his work go to the website www.coretlumenchristi.org – this tells you about the life of the Cor et
Continue readingThere are still a couple of places available on the pilgrimage to Italy in October. Last date for booking is now Wednesday 28 March. If you are interested there is a brochure in the porch and for more details contact Diane Brelu on 0795 119 4036 or Tanya on 0741 505 4468 or by email.
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