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11 Oct 10:00 am Sat

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11 Oct 4.15 pm Sat

St Thomas - Confirmation Program Session 9

11 Oct 7:00 pm Sat

St Thomas - Truth Seekers - Youth Alpha

14 Oct 7:30 pm Tue

St Thomas - Padre Pio Prayer Group

16 Oct 10:00 am Thu

St Thomas - Coffee morning to 11:45

16 Oct Noon Thu

St Thomas - Mothers Prayer (after Mass)

18 Oct 10:00 am Sat

St Thomas - Enhanced listening skills course(2)

18 Oct 7:00 pm Sat

St Thomas - Truth Seekers - Youth Alpha

23 Oct 10:00 am Thu

St Thomas - Coffee morning to 11:45 - Quiz

23 Oct Noon Thu

St Thomas - Mothers Prayer (after Mass)

25 Oct 7:00 pm Sat

St Thomas - Truth Seekers - Youth Alpha

28 Oct 7:30 pm Tue

St Thomas - Padre Pio Prayer Group

01 Nov 7:30 pm Sat

Otford Hall - Social evening + history talk Jonathan Fenner

08 Nov 10:00 am Sat

St Thomas - Confirmation Program Sacrament of Reconciliation

08 Nov 4:15 pm Sat

St Thomas - Confirmation Program Session 10 _ Rehearsal

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12 October 2025  - TWENTY EIGHTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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This Sunday’s readings invite us to pause and reflect on the gift of gratitude. Naaman, the foreigner healed of leprosy, returned to confess his faith in the Lord who had cleansed him (2 Kings 5:14–17). St Paul, chained as a prisoner, reminds us that “the word of God is not chained” (2 Tim 2:9). And in the Gospel, we see that of ten lepers healed, only one came back to thank Jesus – and he too was a foreigner. Jesus’ words to him are striking: “Your faith has made you well” (Luke 17:19).

 

Gratitude lies at the heart of Christian life. To be thankful is to recognise that healing, salvation, and every blessing come from God’s generous hand. Our challenge is to be that “one in ten” who not only receives but remembers to return, to give thanks, and to live a life transformed by God’s mercy.

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One of the simplest yet most powerful ways of growing in gratitude is the Rosary. Through it we contemplate Christ with Mary, seeing His life and love through her eyes. This October, do your best to join in our communal Rosaries in the parish, or to pray at home, even a single decade. Every Hail Mary said with love strengthens the parish and brings us closer to Christ. As St John Paul II said: “The Rosary is a prayer of great significance, destined to bring forth a harvest of holiness.”

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This Sunday is also the beginning of Prisoners’ Week, when the Church prays for prisoners and their families. It is easy to think only of what has gone wrong, but the Gospel calls us to look deeper. Our Lord Himself says: “I was in prison and you visited me” (Matt 25:36). During my five years of prison ministry, I discovered how even in painful isolation, God can touch hearts. I saw men who had lost everything discover prayer, reconciliation, and a new sense of dignity. Prison does not erase a person’s humanity, nor God’s ability to work wonders. That is why our prayers for prisoners, their families, and all prison staff are so vital. They remind us that hope is never chained, and that God’s mercy always has the last word.

 

All of this prepares us for something very special that is soon to come – our Parish Mission (15–19 December). Next Sunday we will begin our immediate preparation for this week of grace, when the Redemptorist Fathers, Fr Royston and Fr Gerard, will lead us in prayer, preaching, and renewal. The Mission will include daily Mass with special preaching, evening services, opportunities for Confession, and time for personal encounters. It will be a chance to step aside from the routine of life and allow God to speak anew to our hearts.

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I encourage you already now to mark the dates, to pray for the Mission, and to read the article inside this newsletter carefully. A Parish Mission is never just another parish event – it is an invitation from God Himself. If we make the time, if we come with open and grateful hearts, it can truly be life-changing.

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Parish Priest

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PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS​

 

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Gracious and loving God, we thank You for the gift of our priests, help them to be strong in their vocation and become instruments of Your love and grace. Send Your Holy Spirit to give courage and guidance to all You are calling to the Priesthood, Diaconate and Religious Life in our Archdiocese. May those called, hear Your voice, and respond wholeheartedly to become the person You have created them to be. Heavenly Father, form us all in the likeness of Your Son, Jesus Christ the Good Shepherd, so that we may love You more deeply and serve You more faithfully. We ask this through Christ Your Son, the Eternal High Priest. AMEN

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SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEK is for Missio, the Church’s official organ for the support of foreign missions, in churches, hospitals, schools in countries where the Church is new, young or poor. By donating, you join missionaries everywhere who are spreading the Good News of God’s love to all people.

 

OTFORD SOCIAL. The Otford Parish Social event will be on 1st November at 7:30pm, in the Club Room, Otford Village Memorial Hall. There will be a talk by Jonathan Fenner on The Churches of Romney Marsh, followed by cheese & wine. Tickets cost £ 20 each and are available after most Masses or by emailing june21tickets@gmail.com. Raffle tickets at £ 1 each will also be on sale, with some super prizes.

 

MEDJUGORJE PILGRIMAGE 2026. After two most fruitful trips to Medjugorje in 2024 and 2025, we have booked a week’s pilgrimage to Medjugorje from 13th to 20th May 2026, where we expect Fr Piotr to be joining us. The cost is £768 per person which will include travel from London Gatwick, transfers from Split to Medjugorje, half board shared hotel accommodation, and a local guide to suggest a daily itinerary. The emphasis will be on daily Masses, Confession, Adoration, and an opportunity for the more physically able to climb Prdbdo and Krizevac. Our Lady Queen of Peace will show us what we must do to get closer to Our Lord. Please contact Barry Authers if you would like to join our group: 07773 658469.

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OTFORD ROAD CLOSURE. Pilgrims Way West will be closed on Saturday 11th to Sunday 12th October. If you are planning to join the garden tidy up at Most Holy Trinity (11th October at 10am) or attend Mass at Holy Trinity, approach the church from the duck pond (east) side of the village.

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POETRY. In our Thursday Coffee morning, parishioner and poet Gilly Fenner spoke about and read from her poetry. Gilly has been writing poetry for 20 years and her work is used at weddings, funerals, in sermons, prayer groups, Quiet Days and retreats. Her poems are, at once, accessible and spiritually deep. Her fifth, self-published, collection, Lung, is available from the Repository, as is her 2020 collection Benedicite and her 2022 collection Dreams and songs to sing. Gilly donated her books to be sold in aid of the Parish Maintenance Fund. She has a presence on Facebook, Instagram and Substack.

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TRUTH SEEKERS. Our Parish Truth Seekers (TS) programme for teens aged 13 to 17 is on Saturdays from 7:00pm to 8:00pm. The weekly meetings are social, engaging, fun and include games, quizzes, great films, challenging series, interesting speakers, BBQs, refreshments and more. It's a space to share food, friendship and faith. If you have a friend that is new to the faith, he or she is most welcome to join us. For information contact the parish office.

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AFTER SCHOOL ASSISTANT. St Thomas Catholic Primary School is looking for a person to assist the After School Club leader in supervising children attending After School Club, providing activities, encouraging co-operation, securing safety, monitoring well-being and behaviour. This role is from Tuesday to Thursday, 3:00pm to 6:00pm term time only. Starting date: ASAP. If you are interested please e-mail office@st-thomas- sevenoaks.kcsp.org.uk

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SITE MANAGER JOB. St Thomas' Primary School is looking for a new site manager. Taking care of our environment is of great importance to our school community. The School Council run 'Environment Afternoons' when all the children are involved in taking care of the school grounds. We are in desperate need of a school site manager to help us keep our school safe and beautiful. If you are interested in joining our team email office@st-thomas- sevenoaks.kcsp.org.uk

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SERVING AT THE ALTAR: a call to children and adults. Serving at the altar is a special way of living our Catholic faith and entering more deeply into the beauty of the liturgy. Altar serving is not just a task but a ministry, a way of growing in faith, to assist the priest, and to help the whole congregation to pray. Altar Servers: We warmly invite children who have made their First Holy Communion to join the team of altar servers in all our churches. A training day will be on Friday 10th October at 6pm at St Thomas’ Church. If you cannot attend but still want to join the altar servers please speak to Fr Peter or Fr John.

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MASTER OF CEREMONIES (MC): The MC is the senior altar server who guides the others and helps ensure that the liturgy flows smoothly and prayerfully. This role is open to all adult members of our congregation - men or women. Perhaps you once served as a child, or perhaps you always wanted to but the time never seemed right. This is your moment. We need a solid group of adults to lead our altar servers in both liturgy and faith. If your heart even whispers that it could be you – do not hesitate, come forward. Full training will be provided. Please sign up directly with Fr Peter or any of the priests as soon as possible, leave your name and contact details so that we can arrange the best time for training.​​​​

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SAVE THE DATES. Join us for coffee, tea, cake and company every Thursday from 10:00am to 11:45am at the St Thomas’s parish centre. On 25th October, there will be a quiz. All are welcome.​​

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MAINTENANCE FUND. The Parish fundraising has raised about £40,000 to date towards a target of £100,000 for 2025. Our sincere appreciation for all contributions made to help facilitate the current maintenance and repair work on St Thomas’ church and the presbytery. Check the website for details on how to donate. Every little help is appreciated as we care for the heart of our parish together.​​

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OTFORD GARDEN TIDY. Join us for the Garden Tidy up on Saturday 11th October at 10:00am.

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ARCHDIOCESE OF SOUTHWARK WHATSAPP CHANNEL. For the latest updates in the Archdiocese of Southwark, including reflections and homilies from Archbishop John Wilson, as well as prayers and music, join our WhatsApp channel. Our channel aims to help you draw closer to the Lord Jesus through engaging and prayerful content, so please subscribe and share. Join via this link

 

PRAY THE ROSARY WITH ARCHBISHOP. The Rosary Challenge invites you to pray a decade of the Rosary each weekday in October. The Mark 10 Mission has created beautiful online videos for each mystery of the Holy Rosary, led by Archbishop John. To watch the videos and learn more, please visit themark10mission.co.uk or The Mark 10 Mission YouTube channel @themark10mission.

 

WHY I BECAME A SEMINARIAN. James Somerville-Meikle, an Archdiocese of Southwark seminarian, shares his ongoing journey to the priesthood, including his discernment process, seminary experience, and deepening relationship with the Lord Jesus. Please pray for all our seminarians in our Archdiocese.

 

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AND YOUNG PEOPLE. St Elizabeth of Portugal in Richmond upon Thames has put Eucharistic adoration at the heart of its youth ministry and the results are inspiring. Previously, only a handful of teenagers attended the sessions. But now, they have around 100 teenagers and young adults actively involved in their youth ministry. Fr Stephen Langridge, the Parish Priest of St Elizabeth of Portugal, said Eucharistic adoration is “effective as a means of evangelising young people” because they are “drawn out of themselves into a journey, a journey of communion with the Lord”.

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CULTURAL AND ETHNIC IDENTITIES - Free Webinar. Join the Archdiocese of Southwark’s Commission for Promoting Racial and Cultural Inclusion for a free webinar exploring exploring how cultural and ethnic identities can be celebrated within our parishes. The webinar is on Thursday 16th October, from 7:00pm to 8:45pm. There will be reflections on the Archdiocese’s ongoing story of inclusion, real stories from parishes and a panel discussion with clergy and parish/chaplaincy representatives and practical tools and next steps for your parish/ministry. Join via Zoom. All are welcome, parishioners, clergy, chaplaincy teams and ministry leaders. For more information contact Caritas Southwark at caritassouthwark@rcaos.org.uk.

 

ST JOHN HENRY NEWMAN TO BE A DOCTOR OF THE CHURCH. Welcoming the news, Archbishop John said: “For all his enormous intellect and learning, St John Henry above all lived the humility of a disciple, with a passion for truth. His life shines as an example of what it means to be a true follower of Christ. If we want to grow in holiness, if we are passionate to find the truth and walk in His ways, we first need to humble ourselves before the Lord Jesus, just as St John Henry did.”

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BIBLE COURSE (YOU CAN STILL REGISTER). You are warmly invited to sign up for The Bible Timeline Course—a world-renowned, FREE OF CHARGE, 8-week course presented LIVE ONLINE by Mauro Iannicelli. Register here: comeandsee.org. The course, devised by Jeff Cavins, enables participants to see how the people & events of Scripture fit together into one, unified narrative, from Adam & Eve to Jesus Christ, the Old and the New Testament. •START DATE: Wed 1st October, 2025 •END DATE: Wed 19th November, 2025 •TIME: 7pm - 8:45pm UK time •COURSE DURATION: 8 Wednesday sessions •WHERE: Online to registered participants.

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SEEKING MARRIED COUPLES. The Southwark Marriage and Family life (M&FL) Team are seeking married couples who are practising Catholics to join their growing team to present courses for Marriage Preparation, Building a Better Marriage and other initiatives in 2026. Salary: £30,000 pro rata (£7,000) for the couple. Mileage paid in addition. All training given. For full job description and further details, please contact liamgallagher@rcaos.org.uk Closing date for applications: October 31st

 

ROOTED IN LOVE - an opportunity for married and engaged couples. Want to grow closer as a couple while deepening your faith and meeting new people? All engaged and married couples are invited to a monthly online meeting where we share friendship, reflect on real-life topics, and pray together as we grow in love rooted in Christ. Gathering monthly on Zoom Thursdays: 30 October at 8:30pm, 27 November at 8:30pm, 11 December at 8:30pm Email mflkent@rcaos.org.uk to sign up or receive more information.

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ENHANCED LISTENING SKILLS. This course is a part 2 to the listening skills course held in 2024. It is appropriate for both first time attendees and those who attended part 1. It will be held on 2 Saturdays: 11th and 18th October, from 10:00am to 12:00pm, in the Parish Centre. Sue Buddin who is a very experienced former Relate counsellor and trainer kindly agreed to run it on a voluntary basis. The goal is to enhance skills we have innately and enable to use them with confidence. It is an interactive course which can help both in daily life and in a range of settings from ministry to working as a mentor at school or work. There is a limit on numbers attending. If interested, email Catherine.​​​

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​ST PADRE PIO PRAYER GROUP. You are invited to join us on Tuesdays at 7:30 with refreshments, praise and worship, followed by reflection and prayer. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month in the Parish Centre for an evening of fellowship and spiritual enrichment. Over the coming months, we’ll reflect on the lives of Blessed Carlo Acutis, St Thérèse of the Child Jesus, and St John Henry Newman. If you have a favourite Saint and would like to lead a reflection, please contact Deacon Neil. We look forward to welcoming you.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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REPOSITORY SHOP OPENING TIMES THIS WEEK

Saturday 11th October: after 6:00pm Mass

Sunday 12th October: after 8am Mass; after 9:15am Mass; after 11:15am Mass; after 6:00pm Mass

Saturday 18th October: Repository NOT open after 6:00pm Mass

Sunday 19th October: after 8:00am Mass; after 11:15am Mass; after 6:00pm Mass

Shop open after any weekday Masses attended by Esther Ford. In the month of the Rosary, we have many rosary beads in stock. There are also rosaries in a basket in the porch that can be taken.

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MHT. Anne Knight has taken on the running of the Repository at Most Holy Trinity, Otford. Please feel free to order from her as we can source it for you, either from St Thomas's or elsewhere. St Joseph's (Borough Green) also has a selection of items and we are looking for a presence at St Bernadette's (West Kingsdown). The Repository Shop team is likewise keen to open the shop at more weekday Masses and after each Sunday Mass at St Thomas'. The commitment is 10-15 minutes after the end of the Mass. email Esther, or call 01732451588 or WhatsApp 07846671335 if you can help.

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​Make sure to check in and browse the various items available for sale from cards (Mass cards, birthday, get well, etc), a varied stock of spiritual books, rosaries and gifts for different occasions like Baptism, First Holy Communion or Confirmation. You may also ask for special orders.  â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹â€‹

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ROSARY. October is the month of Rosary, a powerful prayer through which we meditate on the life of Jesus Christ and His Blessed Mother, Mary. The Rosary is a spiritual weapon against evil and a means of requesting graces for ourselves and others. By praying the Rosary, we deepen our relationship with God and reflect on the mysteries of our faith. We invite you to join us in praying the Rosary at the following times:

St. Thomas’s, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays after 8:00am Mass and Saturdays after the 9:30am Mass;

 

Most Holy Trinity, on Wednesdays after the 10.00am Mass;

 

St. Joseph's, Borough Green, on Thursdays after the 10.00am Mass;

 

St. Bernadette's, West Kingsdown: Fridays after the 10.00am Mass.

 

MARRIAGE HELP. Alone or bored in your marriage? Considering separation or already divorced? If you are open to try again, Retrouvaille could be the solution. We have helped thousands of couples get back on track. Retrouvaille is a marriage ministry, run by Catholics, to support marriages. The programme helps couples find hope and healing in their relationship. Call to find out more: www.retrouvaille.org.uk or 0797 338 0443.​​​​​

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BEREAVEMENT. The Bereavement Support team welcomes anyone who would like to meet to be listened to in a safe, friendly and confidential environment, on an individual basis at a convenient time for them. If you would like to make an appointment, contact the Parish Office.​​​​​​​​​​​​

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BUILDING A BETTER MARRIAGE (BABM) – Jubilee 2025 Pilgrims of Hope. To celebrate Jubilee 2025 a one day Building a Better Marriage opportunity will be held in the following 9 Southwark deaneries during 2025. The day starts at 9.30am and finishes at 4.30pm and is free to attend. The day will be open to other deaneries in 2026 who have not experienced the event. To join one of these day’s please contact Carole on 07983 524 727 or email 

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1st November – St James the Great, Petts Wood​

 

MASS INTENTIONS - A BEAUTIFUL WAY TO PRAY. We have available spaces for Mass intentions in the coming weeks. Offering a Mass for a loved one, whether living or deceased, is a profound act of love and faith. Please contact the parish office to reserve a date. Let us continue to pray for one another through the powerful gift of the Eucharist

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MOTHER’S PRAYERS every Thursday after the 12noon Mass in the Parish Centre. It is a special time for mothers to unite in faith and offer prayers for their families and the broader community. All are welcome.

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RECENTLY DIED​

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Maria Hillen

Funeral on 21st October at 12:30pm, St Thomas’s

 

Anne Rita Lacaille

Funeral on 23rd October at 11:15, Bluebell Crematorium

 

Peter Sidonio

Funeral on 31st October at 12:00noon, St Thomas’s

 

MAY THEY REST IN PEACE

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When the world feels noisy, the Rosary teaches us the steady rhythm of trust. It is not a magic charm, but a Gospel prayer—Mary leading us to contemplate the face of Christ. Join us in praying one decade a day. Pray it together when you can. Join the Rosary in church or gather at home—parents, children, housemates. Even five minutes around the kitchen table can change the tone of a whole evening. If every household offered even one decade, our parish would raise hundreds of Rosaries daily—mustard seeds of faith that God can use. Mary, Queen of the Rosary, pray for us.

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PARISH MISSION - A Time of Grace

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Every few years, the Catholic Church invites her people to set aside a special time known as a Parish Mission. This is more than just a series of talks or extra services: it is a time of renewal, prayer, and rediscovery of faith at the heart of our parish community. A mission is a spiritual “wake-up call,” reminding us of who we are as God’s people and rekindling our love for Christ.

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Where does the idea come from? The tradition of parish missions has deep roots in the Church. From the days of the Apostles—sent out two by two (Mark 6:7)—the Church has understood herself as missionary. Saints across the centuries, from St Francis Xavier to St Alphonsus Liguori, devoted their lives to preaching missions, bringing the Gospel with clarity and passion to ordinary people. St Paul himself reminds us: “Woe to me if I do not preach the Gospel!” (1 Corinthians 9:16). The mission spirit flows from the very heart of the Church. Pope Francis often repeated that the Church does not exist for herself, but to evangelise—to bring the joy of Christ to all.

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What is a mission for us today? A mission is not a lecture series or a “retreat at home.” It is a communal experience of faith. It is a time when the parish pauses from its routines to make room for God to speak to us through His Word, through prayer, through the Sacraments, and through the witness of the missionaries who come among us. It requires a little sacrifice: of time, of schedules, perhaps of comfort. Yet it offers something far greater: the possibility of being renewed in our faith, deepening our relationship with Christ, and rekindling our love for His Church. If we enter into it with open hearts, it can truly be life- changing. As St John Paul II once said: “Open wide the doors to Christ!” A parish mission is precisely that—an opening of doors, both in the church building and in our own hearts.

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To gain from a mission, we need to come with expectation, generosity, and openness. It is not enough to “attend” as if it were just another parish event. Instead, we are invited to make the time, to pray for the grace of openness, and to listen with both heart and mind.

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· Be sacrificial with time – making space in busy diaries shows God we take Him seriously.

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· Be open-hearted – let the Word challenge, comfort, and even unsettle us.

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· Be prayerful – carry the mission into our homes, families, and daily routines.

 

The fruit of a mission can often be found in unexpected ways: a new resolve in prayer, a reconciliation long delayed, or a deeper sense of belonging to the parish family.

 

This year’s Parish Mission in Sevenoaks

We are blessed that this year our mission will be preached by two Redemptorist Fathers: Fr Royston Price CSsR and Fr Gerard Louis CSsR.

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The Redemptorists were founded by St Alphonsus Liguori in the 18th century specifically to preach parish missions. Their motto is: “With Him there is plentiful redemption.” They bring experience, joy, and the charism of renewal that has touched countless communities across the world.

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Our mission will be initiated on the weekend 13th/14th December and will run from Monday 15th – Friday 19th December. Each day will include an early morning daily Mass with special preaching, evening services at 7:30pm (about one hour each) with opportunities for Confession. The missionaries will be available for home blessings and personal encounters.

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Dear parishioners, a mission is not something the priests fancy to organise—it is for all of us. The Redemptorists will come and preach, but the fruit depends on the openness of our hearts. As the Lord says: “Behold, I stand at the door and knock; if anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in” (Revelation 3:20). Let us not miss this opportunity.

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Mark the dates in your diary. Make the time. Come with openness, and invite others— family, neighbours, friends who may be searching. This week could be a moment of grace not just for you, but for our whole parish family.

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CALLING ALL YOUNG PEOPLE​​​

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Our Parish Truth Seekers (TS) programme for teens aged 13 to 17 have their weekly meetings from 7:00pm (right after the 6:00pm Mass) to 8:00pm. They are social, engaging, fun and include games, quizzes, great films, challenging series, interesting speakers, BBQs, refreshments and more. It's a space to share food, friendship and faith.

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Truth Seekers is a forum supported by adults motivated to offer opportunities for teens to encounter Christ in their everyday experience. It's a safe environment for networking with peers with whom you can develop friendships that go beyond the superficial. It's also a place for teens to understand their faith and be able to make up their own minds about how God seeks us out, even pursues us so that we can be happy and experience life to the full.

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Alpha - This Autumn we are offering a 9 week Alpha Youth programme starting on Saturday 4th October. Alpha explores the big questions about life and the Christian message in a relevant way for young people.

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We need your participation. Without you, there is no Truth Seekers. Come and participate, make new friends, spend time with buddies and enjoy a light meal. If you have a friend that is new to the faith, he or she is most welcome to join us. For information about Truth Seekers or the Alpha Youth programme please contact the parish office 

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Alpha Youth is a globally recognised series of interactive and accessible sessions that introduce the basics of the Christian faith. Each one includes a short video and time for open discussion in small groups, creating a safe and respectful environment where participants can explore who Jesus is, what Catholics believe, and how faith impacts everyday life.

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The core themes include the identity of Jesus, his death and resurrection, the role of the Bible, prayer and the Holy Spirit. It's a unique programme because it offers an informal and relaxed setting where teenagers can be themselves and feel comfortable asking questions.

In a world full of uncertainty, the biggest gift religion can give is a pathway through the chaos, a light in the dark. As a participant of Alpha puts it: “Hope is the main thing I get out of my faith. You’re never alone, no matter how much you may feel it. And that’s beautiful”.

If you would like to know more about Alpha Youth, click here.

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DIOCESAN NOTICES
 

​​​​​​​​​Hope in Adoration. As part of the Jubilee Year, Archbishop John is encouraging people to turn to the Lord Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration and have their hopes “fulfilled by Christ”. The campaign, Hope in Adoration, will share testimonies from parish priests and laity throughout the year on how Eucharistic Adoration has helped them build a closer relationship with the Lord Jesus. Resources will also be made available for free and there is a comprehensive list of times of Eucharistic Adoration in parishes across the Archdiocese. Find out more about the campaign at rcaos.org.uk/hopeinadoration​​

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​St Thomas of Canterbury, pray for us.
St Joseph, pray for us.
St Bernadette, pray for us.
St Edith of Kemsing, pray for us.

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Fr Peter Kucharski, Parish Priest of Sevenoaks

12 Granville Road     email

Sevenoaks               01732 454177

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