Contact: Father Frank
Children from the age of 7+ who are attending Sunday mass are invited to prepare to receive their First Holy Communion. The Christine Brussleman Course is used. The classes begin in the autumn and meet twice monthly on Monday, 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.. The themes that the children follow are Belonging, Celebrating, Listening, Caring, Making Peace, Giving Thanks, Sharing a Meal and Let's Go Forth. Once a month this is reflected in the Sunday liturgy.
Each month the parents also met with Father Frank and Deacon Kevin to discuss the theme their children are preparing. Application Forms for entry to the programme (children entering Year 3 in the September when the course starts) can be obtained from Father Frank.
Contact: Cath Lyons 01245 460783
The children first receive the sacrament of reconciliation during their First Holy Communion programme. A short course designed to improve the children's understanding of the sacrament of reconciliation is then held in the Lent following the year in which they make their First Holy Communion.
Contact: Cath Lyons 01245 460783
Confessions are usually heard 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. on Saturday mornings at St Augustine's. Please check this week's mass schedule.
A Confirmation Course is held every 3 years for young people between 14 and 18 years of age. The course consists of 8 evening sessions and an over-night retreat.
Couples are requested to contact Father Frank to complete the necessary forms and for sacramental preparation. It will also be necessary to attend a Marriage Preparation Course.
Contact: Father Frank
This sacrament is available to anyone who is sick.
Father Frank is available 24 hours a day.
Please contact Father Frank if you are going into hospital.
We regularly run programmes for anyone who may be interested in learning a little more about the Catholic Church, possibly with the view of enrolling in the RCIA Programme. For further information, please contact Father Frank.