Category: Parish Groups
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Missio
Missio in England is part of the global network of Pontifical missionary societies which support over 1,000 mission dioceses and give grants for the building of churches, the training of priests and religious brothers and sisters and for the education and protection of children in over 157 countries. Our parishioners support Missio by their prayers…
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Catenians
The Catenian Association is a world-wide organisation for Catholic men. Balham Catenian Circle meet on the third Wednesday of every month at 7.45pm in the parish cafe of St Boniface church, Tooting. Meetings are followed by a well-priced delicious dinner. Gentlemen of Holy Ghost parish will be very welcome to visit us as our guests.…
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Welcomers
As Welcomers, our goal is to give a friendly greeting to everyone coming to Mass, whether they are parishioners or just passerbys, and to be a port of call for any query or need that they may have. Either by opening the door, handing out the books or just greeting people coming to church, we…
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Tea and Coffee, 9.30 & 10:30 Mass
Alongside the faith of a parish belongs its sense of community. There is no better way of building community than having people get to know one another. To that end, we offer complimentary tea, coffee, hot chocolate, juices – and especially biscuits for the children! – to parishioners following the 9:30am and 11.30 Sunday Masses.…
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Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP)
The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVP) is an international Christian voluntary led organisation. Its membership is opened to anyone who can adopt our ethos. We believe that everyone should have the means to live life with dignity, should be happy and not be lonely We help anyone experiencing loneliness or poverty in England and…
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Social Committee
We are a group of people who come together to build our parish community through social activities while fostering a sense of community spirit. We run a variety of events throughout the year, from the traditional Summer Roast to providing refreshments at parish talks. If you have appreciated our activities, would like to see more…
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Safeguarding
The parish is committed to safeguarding as an integral part of the life and ministry of the Church. We recognise that the welfare of children, young people and Adults at Risk is paramount and that they all have the right to equal protection from all types of harm or abuse. The Parish Safeguarding Representative is…
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Pastoral and Finance Committee
The Pastoral and Finance Committee is a consultative body made up of between 10 and 12 parishioners who assist the clergy in the smooth running of the parish. They have a special responsibility for parish finances and property, but also give input on social, sacramental and pastoral aspects of parish life. The current chair is…
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Parish Readers
The readers comprise a group of parishioners who read at Mass on Sundays – those who are available on weekdays also read at daily Mass during the week. If you are interested in knowing more about becoming a reader, please contact the parish office – [email protected] or ask to speak to one of the clergy.
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Marriage Preparation
Couples from the parish who wish to marry (even if marrying elsewhere) need to complete a certain amount of paperwork with one of the parish clergy, and also undertake some ‘marriage preparation’ to help them celebrate this Sacrament worthily and well. We have a number of married couples in the parish who assist in helping…