As Father Ted put it, this was a double whammy: it was Pentecost - marking the birth of the Church - and it was a special day for eight young parishioners making their First Communion. It was also a gloriously sunny morning to make it extra special.
The youngsters were Prudence, Molly, Harrison, Ella, Grace, Sophie, Danny and Martin and this was the culmination of a long journey of preparation. There was some wonderful singing - traditional Sacred Heart songs such as Be Still for the Presence of the Lord, and God alone may lead my spirit. The children took a cake up to the altar to mark the birthday of the church, and to eat at the party afterwards. A huge congregation saw many standing at the back and using overflow rooms.
There were presentations afterwards to catechists Diane Davies and Pat Francis, and to parish priest Father Ted.
The youngsters were Prudence, Molly, Harrison, Ella, Grace, Sophie, Danny and Martin and this was the culmination of a long journey of preparation. There was some wonderful singing - traditional Sacred Heart songs such as Be Still for the Presence of the Lord, and God alone may lead my spirit. The children took a cake up to the altar to mark the birthday of the church, and to eat at the party afterwards. A huge congregation saw many standing at the back and using overflow rooms.
There were presentations afterwards to catechists Diane Davies and Pat Francis, and to parish priest Father Ted.
Don't forget that next weekend the results of the parish survey will be published. There has been huge interest in it - with our website story on the survey receiving more than 100 views.
Nominations are invited for the position of parish chair. You will need to chair about four meetings a year, attend various sub-committees and liaise with the parish priest and parish secretary - but you do not need to be a current member of the council. Nomination forms are available in the entrance hall.
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