Our youth club, called Buzz, was launched on 5 May 2009. It's for children aged 7-12, 6 - 7.30pm, and meets on alternate Tuesdays during term time only. The children enjoyed lots of activities including arts & crafts, table tennis, gardening, cookery, music, table football and much more. Lots of children have joined the club so we are running a waiting list for membership, but do get in touch if you'd like to join.
A Tribute to Migrant Workers
On Monday, 4th May 2009, Mass was celebrated at Westminster Cathedral in support of London's migrant workers. It was organised by the dioceses that include the Greater London boroughs: Westminster, Southwark and Brentwood. This was the fourth annual Mass for migrant workers.
The Mass, in honour of St Joseph the Worker, was offered by Bishop Thomas McMahon, Bishop of Brentwood, Bishop Patrick Lynch, Auxiliary in Southwark and Bishop Bernard Longley, Auxiliary in Westminster, together with ethnic chaplains from the London area.
The Mass reflected the tremendous diversity of London's Catholic community, with people representing countries throughout the world. A number of civic dignitaries, including Mayors of London boroughs and Ambassadors from the European Union and other countries attended the Mass.
In his homily, Bishop Patrick affirmed the contribution that migrant workers have made to Britain especially in recent years. He said: 'You have contributed culturally and economically to the nation and you have contributed spiritually and socially to the Church bringing with you your deep faith, your commitment to the family and your loyalty to the Church.'
Here's a link to the full text of Bishop Pat's homily:
http://www.rcsouthwark.co.uk/migrant_mass_09_homily.html
And a link to find out more about the Strangers into Citizens campaign:
http://www.strangersintocitizens.org.uk
Other photographs from the day taken by Fr Adrian:
Bishop Patrick and Southwark Priests before the Mass
Waving the flag for all
After the Mass the procession went on to Trafalgar Square for a peaceful rally for Strangers into Citizens.
Gardening Party
On Saturday 26th April a handful of volunteers made a start clearing some of the rubbish at the back of the hall. After all their hard work they were treated to a barbecue and some home-made elderberry champagne.
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