Parish News
Synodality invites us to walk together through listening, prayerful discernment, and shared responsibility for our mission. Parishioners are being asked to reflect on our journey and share their views with the Diocesan Team. Parish Meetings Come and take part in the conversation. All are invited. Tuesday 1st Sept . After Mass and 7-9pm at SH Church Hall. Saturday 5th Sept 2.30pm at SPH Church Hall. Discussion themes … How are we living synodality in our Diocese and parish? How do I contribute to the life and mission of the parish? How well do we listen, welcome others & discern together? How can we grow further as a synodal Church? What steps can we take to help our parish achieve this vision?
ENQUIRERS’ GROUP – ADULT JOURNEY IN FAITH Are you a non-Catholic who wants to come into full communion with the Catholic Church, or a “resting” Catholic wanting to "return to the practice of the faith" email Dcn Larry: lmurawski@portsmouthdiocese.org.uk Weekly sessions: Starting 7th Oct. Our Lady, Stubbington
Children in Year 4 and above are invited to join the First Holy Communion programme beginning in January at St Margaret Mary Parish, Park Gate. Sessions run on Saturdays from 10 - 11am for 20 weeks. Contact the Parish Office for an application form (available soon) Closing date for application is Sunday 27 September.
ASSISTED SUICIDE BILL – PETITION Visit cbcew.org.uk/opposing-assisted-suicide Please contact our MP as a matter of urgency to express your views on this Bill, even if you have written previously. Right to Life UK. Visit www.righttolife.org.uk/sept11vote A simple online tool: enter your postcode, review the suggested message, and send it directly to your MP
Thursday Mornings (fortnightly). New volunteers are needed to help care for our church. If you can spare some time on a Thursday morning, please contact the Parish Office for more details.
“LIVING STONES” PARISH PARTY (1 Pt 2:4-5) St Philip Howard Hall. Sat 17th Oct. 12.30pm – 3pm As Christ is the Living Stone chosen by God, so we too are called to be built together into a spiritual house, this will be an opportunity to thank all those who contribute to parish life in many ways. Everyone is warmly welcome to join us for food, fellowship, and a free raffle. More information in the next newsletter.
The coming week: Sat 22nd August – Sun 6th September
To ensure your parish registration is up to date, and you continue to receive the newsletter, and other communications please complete the forms as soon as possible. A separate form needs to be completed for each adult and each child separate forms for adults and children. Adult Registration Form is available here: https://catholicdioceseofportsmouth.churchsuite.com/forms/nkuysqm4
Please visit www.catholicchurchfareham.org.uk/baptism to find out more and to register online. Why not take part while “still expecting”? Next Preparation Pathway dates: Meet & Greet, in person Sat 26th Sept Online Session 1 Tues 29th Sept, from 8pm Online Session 2 Tues 6th Oct, from 8pm The closing date for this Preparation Programme is midday on Friday 11th September 2026.
This year marks the 800th anniversary of the life and spiritual legacy of St Francis of Assisi. Our Parish hosts the Solent OFS, a Franciscan community centred on prayer, simplicity, fraternity and service. Members from across the south coast meet at Sacred Heart or St Philip Howard every third Saturday for prayer, formation and fellowship. If you would like to find out more about the Solent OFS, join a meeting or drop a line to: Solentofs@outlook.com .