X RECEPTION OF HOLY COMMUNION DURING MASS – Only Catholics in state of grace receive communion
during Mass. The priest/minister raises the host slightly and shows it to each
of the communicants, saying The Body of
Christ; Response: Amen.
Those Christians who are not in full communion with the Catholic Church and Roman Catholics not able to receive Holy Communion are welcome to receive a blessing. Those wishing to receive a blessing are asked to approach the priest with their arms crossed over their chest. Those receiving Holy Communion in your hands please put it in your mouth before leaving the minister/priest.
X SCAN THE QR CODE TO DONATE DIRECTLY TO THE PARISH, THANK YOU.
X HOW TO FILL OUT MASS INTENTION ENVELOPES – When you complete the envelope asking for a Mass to be said, please write the full name of the person after Intention of Mass for e.g. George Smith RIP, even if he is one of your parents, relatives and friends, do not write for my Dad, Mum, brother, girlfriend, boyfriend and so forth. Likewise, if the Mass is for several people e.g., do write down: for the deceased members of the Smith family, or for the wellbeing of the members of the Smith family and so forth. Thank you for your help with this simple and important matter.
X FORTHCOMING SECOND COLLECTIONS IN 2026:
● Supply Cost Supplement: 9th August
● Supply Cost Supplement: 23rd August
X INFANT BAPTISM – If at least one of the parents has been baptised and Confirmed Catholic, then the family in question is qualified to have their child/children baptised.
May only happen
after undergoing a preparation with the parish priest. Baptisms can then be
celebrated at either 3pm on a Saturday or 1pm on a Sunday on the 1st
or 3rd Sunday of the month. Please note the preparation for infant
Baptism will take place every second Sunday of the month in the Hall at 13h
(1.00pm).
X WE PRAY FOR THE SICK - We remember all those who are sick or housebound and that they remain in our prayers including Margaret Marlow, Ruth Ngbonyebi, Ellen Fitzpatrick, Maria Byrne, Eileen Taylor, William Millbery, Mrs Eileen (aka Ellen) Varrall, Catalina Fernández, Kathleen Lynch, Bernadette Pay, Blanche Ellis, Liz Willis, Stacy Rodrigues, Ann Robinson, Uzo Mbanugo, Bob & Tess Vickery, Canon Luke Smith, Beulah Blomfield, John Lodge, Veronica Poulton, Margaret Woolley, and all those who have asked for our prayers.
X WE PRAY FOR THE RECENTLY DECEASED - Please pray for the repose of the soul of Patricia Clare Barnacle, Anne Sharp, Maureen Patricia Rossi, Mary Kaye, Gerard Ryan, and all those who have died recently, and those whose anniversaries fall at this time including: Johanna Impey, Magdalena Gasser, Montague McArdle, John Dorgan (27th July); Diana Tiltman, Edward Vernol (28th July); Norah Robertston, Stanislav Horeszko, Henrietta Habdas, Daisy Keeler (29th July); Fr Cyril Walmsley, John Donovan, Michael Rooney, Ann McCallion, Foster Smith (30th July); Jane Van Wyk, Patrick Hartnett, David Anderson, Angela Cross, (31st July); John Noble, Rosina Alger, Kathleen Brown, Rose Hopping, Brenda O’Shea (2nd Aug).
X INVITATION TO CELEBRATE THE PARDON OF
ASSISI –This year, the Church
is marking the eighth centenary of the death, or Transitus of St Francis of Assisi. From 10 January 2026
until 10 January 2027, Pope Leo XIV has established a special Year of St
Francis, calling the faithful to follow the Poverello as a model of holiness and a steadfast
witness to peace.
From our Archbishop John Wilson we have received this notice and invitation: “At the beginning of August, the Church celebrates the Pardon of Assisi, or the Portiuncula indulgence. From noon on 1st August until midnight on 2nd August, the faithful may obtain a plenary indulgence, under the usual conditions, by making a devout visit to a parish or Franciscan church and reciting the Our Father, the Creed and pray for the Holy Father’s intentions. I would ask that this opportunity be made known in our parishes and, wherever reasonably possible, that provision be made for the celebration of the Sacrament of Reconciliation”. In response to that, here in our parish, we are offering all those who wish, the 2 following moments to celebrate the sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturday 1st August: 12:00 – 4:30pm
Sunday 2nd August: 2pm-4pm
X ENROLMENT FOR SACRAMENTAL
PROGRAMMES IS NOW OPENED AND WILL CLOSE ON 30TH SEPTEMBER 2026 – Parents with children in
year four and above are now encouraged to enroll them for their preparations for
the celebrations of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion in 2027.
Young people in year
8 and above are also invited to enrol for their preparations for the
Celebration of Confirmation in May 2027. Please note there are two forms to
return for Confirmation Candidates. One for the Candidates and the other for the sponsors.
Adults who have not yet celebrated Baptism, Confirmation and First Holy Communion, and those who were baptised in non-Catholic Churches and are now considering to join the Catholic Church are also invited to enroll for the RCIA/OCIA programmes using the forms at the back of the Church and following the instructions given therein. Thank you.
X CHILDREN’S
HOLIDAY CLUB - Our Parish Children’s Holiday Club will take place
every Wednesday throughout August, offering a fun and engaging programme for
children aged 5 to 16. Activities are carefully planned to suit different age
groups, ensuring everyone can take part and enjoy.
Participants will
enjoy a wide range of creative and recreational activities, including: Scrapbook
making, Sand art, Drama and music, Cookery, Sewing and bracelet making, Indoor
and outdoor games.
This programme provides a welcoming environment where children can learn
new skills, express their creativity, and build friendships. There are only 25
free places available. To register your child,
please complete the Children’s Holiday Activity Form. These are available at
the back of the church. For more details, please contact:
Chi Davies, Earl Morris, or Ellen Fitzpatrick.
HAIL HOLY QUEEN
Hail, holy Queen, Mother of
mercy, hail, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor
banished children of Eve: to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping
in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious Advocate, thine eyes of mercy
toward us, and after this our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy
womb, Jesus, O merciful, O loving, O sweet Virgin Mary! Amen.
WE FLY TO THY PROTECTION
We
fly to Thy protection, O Holy Mother of God.
Do
not despise our petitions in our necessities, but
deliver us always from all dangers,
O
Glorious and Blessed Virgin.
PRAYER TO ST MICHAEL
Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our
protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil; May God rebuke him,
we humbly pray; And do
thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the power of God, thrust into hell
Satan and all evil spirits who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. Amen.
Presbytery and Parish Office:
41 Guildhall Street, Folkestone, Kent CT20 1EF
Tel: 01303 252823
e-mail: folkestone@rcaos.org.uk
Parish Priest: Fr Alex Saba MA, MSLR, MCL, JCL
Hall Bookings: hallbookingonline.com/folkestone/
