Bulletin - 9th NOVEMBER 2014 ...

Post date: Nov 10, 2014 10:16:47 AM

PARISH REGISTER – If you have changed or have a new mobile telephone number or email address please complete a Parish Register Form available at the back of church and hand to Fr. Harriott. Thank You

NEW PARISHIONERS - If you are a new member of the parish, would you please make yourself known to Fr. Harriott or a member of the Parish Council and complete a form available at the back of church.

CHRISTMAS SHOEBOX APPEAL – Please can you bring your box to church and place on Our Lady's Altar NO LATER than the 10am Mass on Sunday 16^th November 2014

COFFEE AFTERNOONS – The Parish Council have considered a suggestion to hold a regular coffee afternoon (Weekly/Fortnightly/Monthly). Can you mention this to the housebound and those who find it difficult to get to Mass. A list is at the back of church for those wishing to attend, or to help with organising and if possible, providing transport. A final decision will be made at the next Parish Council meeting.

CONFIRMATIONS – By Bishop Seamus will take place at St. Paul's, Cramlington on Thursday 14^th May 2015, this celebration is available to St. John's parishioners. Criteria – must be year 9 and above in accord with new Diocesan guidelines. Please contact Rob Wareing.

YOUTH MINISTRY CONFERENCE WITH DAVID WELLS – All adult and young people (15+) are invited to this years conference entitled “Outrageous Hope” on Saturday 22^nd November 2014 at St. Mary's Catholic School, Newcastle. No charge but please book early on 01207 592244 or email admin@ymt.org

PILGRIMAGE TO GOZO – St. Paul's are organising this 4-11^th June 2015 staying at the Jesuit Retreat Centre. Open to the deanery. £500 includes flights, transfers, half board. Anyone interested contact Graham at St. Paul's

DAY OF RECOLLECTION – Wednesday 12^th November 2014, St. Michael's Church, Houghton-le-Spring. 10.30am to 3pm. £10 for lunch & refreshments. Booking essential tel. 0191 2433313. see notice board.

FORWARD TOGETER IN HOPE – CALLING THE DIOCESE TO PRAYER – A Day of Reflection for Clergy and Laity with Bishop Seamus. 2^nd December at St. Mary's Cathedral. Please see notice board for details.

DIOCESAN NOVEMBER WEAVINGS – Please see notice board for this months edition.