THE 800TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY OF ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI is this year. We have the privilege of marking this very special year with a retreat day with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal at St John’s on June 20th, Saturday from 10.30am. It is even more special for us as (did you know?) Francis is the second patron of this parish. Don’t miss!

BIBLE STUDIES WITH FR JOHN Wednesdays at 7pm. Unfortunately, the re-launch did not happen on the 3^rd as Fr John was not feeling well but we hope it will be back on track for the 10th June on Zoom. https://us05web.zoom.us/j/83954207182?pwd=QMibpZakePsWgWGKblyyAjgesEgMO3.1.

YOUNG, FEMALE ORGANIST Ophelia Amar will be performing at the next organ concert here at St John’s. Ophelia has been awarded many international scholarships and will be performing on Saturday 27^th June 7.30pm All are welcome. The concert is free with a retiring collection.

REQUIESCAT IN PACE Olga Ronchetti’s funeral will take place on Wednesday 10^th June at 11am and the celebrant will be Fr Howard. The funeral of Simon Martin Comerford is at 11^th June at 12 noon at St John’s.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL CONFIRMANDI We pray for the young adults of our parishes who were confirmed on Saturday 6^th June at the 6pm Mass. We pray that the Holy Spirit strengthens their faith in the long road ahead.

RETIREMENT CELEBRATION FOR SR MIRIAM – quick reminder for your participation! Join us at the Blessed Sacrament hall on Sun 14^th June after the 11am Mass Any questions, please email jessieyen0114@gmail.com 

JOBS AT DIOCESE OF WESTMINSTER The Diocese regularly lists different vacancies at either Central Services or from different parishes here: https://jobs.rcdow.org.uk. Currently, there are openings for Sacristan, a Cleaner, Director of Youth Choir, in Youth Ministry and Digital Giving Officer. Take a look!

CATHOLIC HISTORY WALKS Weds June 17^th, 6pm meet at the main entrance of St Mary’s University, Twickenham, TWI. The walk is along the river to Richmond. There’s no need to book, just turn up. The suggested donation is £5 per person.

FIDARA – A FREE CATHOLIC APP created to help Catholics pray, follow the Church year, pray the Rosary, and access daily Mass readings. The app does not require an account and does not collect personal data. Search Fidara on the App Store.

THE GIFT THAT’S TRULY UNIQUE Consider a timeless gift for your loved one or for yourself. A Mass intention is when you ask a priest to celebrate a Mass for your special purpose. It’s a way of “offering” the prayers of the Mass for someone or something that’s important to you. People often request a Mass intention:

• for a loved one who has died

• for someone who is sick or going through a hard time

• to give thanks for a blessing

• or for a special occasion like a birthday or a wedding anniversary.

When the priest celebrates that Mass, he prays for that intention and the whole congregation joins in spiritually. It’s a beautiful reminder that the Church is a family, carrying one another in prayer before God.

If you would like to request a Mass for an intention, please email or call us islington@rcdow.org.uk 020 7226 3277

MORE HUMAN – POPE LEO XIV’S FIRST ENCYCLICAL The FCJ’s are offering three short workshops on Magnifica Humanitas. What does it mean to be human in our time, especially with in the age of AI? At St Aloysius Parish Hall, Phoenix Rd, London NW1 1TA, Mondays 13 Jul, 21 Sep,  23 Nov, 7.30-8.45pm. Register to attend on https://tinyurl.com/MoreHuman26 Also available online.

BEYOND TYBURN: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE LONDON MARTYRS Learn about the London martyrs we seldom hear about and the hidden secrets of London places we pass by every day, at Tyburn Convent, 8 Hyde Park Place, W2 2LJ on Wednesday 17th June at 6pm. Light refreshments provided. RSVP cenacletotheholyspirit@yahoo.com

DISCOVERING CHESTERTON CONFERENCE will take place in London on Saturday 13th June. Learn about the life and work of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, Catholic journalist, novelist, essayist, apologist, lecturer, playwright, poet, beloved husband, friend, adoptive uncle, and even potential saint at this one-day conference. Booking Required Ticket Price £15. To book, email catholicgkcsociety@yahoo.co.uk or call 07795 205 114 https://www.catholicgkchestertonsociety.co.uk/

TRAIN AND VOLUNTEER as a Relationship Counsellor? Marriage Care is a Catholic organisation offering relationship support.  We are looking for empathetic individuals committed to supporting adult relationships to train on our Certificate in Relationship Counselling (CRC) and to volunteer with us to make a real difference to couples and families. www.marriagecare.org.uk 

IMMERSIVE THEATRE EXPERIENCE of The Life of Christ that places you in the middle! Join over a hundred actors in the stunning grounds of Wintershall Estate in an epic open-air production. Watch the Wedding in Cana, the Feeding of the 5000 and the Last Supper unfold before your eyes. A great day out for families and theatre lovers: 18^th to 20^th June 2026 https://www.wintershall.org.uk/event/life-of-christ/

HEART TO HEART WOMEN’S RETREAT 19 – 22 June 2026 A fantastic opportunity for Catholic women: three days of guided prayer, discernment and silence in beautiful surroundings, led by Fr Bernard Murphy, CFR and the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal. The retreat will offer space for attentiveness to the Lord based on principles of Ignatian spirituality. https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/heart-to-heart-retreat/

RESIDENTIAL RETREAT ON ST FRANCIS: RECREATION! takes place from 1st–6th October at Boarbank Hall in Cumbria. The retreat celebrates the Jubilee Year of St Francis with talks, art, walks, liturgy, and gardening. More information www.boarbankhall.org.uk 

What’s on

Wed 10^th Jun, 7pm, Bible Studies on Zoom (link below)

Sun 14^th Jun, after 11am Mass, celebration for Sr Miriam at Blessed Sacrament

Sat 20^th Jun, 10.30am, St Francis Retreat Day at St John’s

Sat 27^th Jun, 7.30pm, Organ concert at St John’s

regular events

Adoration Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri 10.30am to 11am at St John’s

Confessions At Blessed Sacrament, after the Monday 12.30pm Mass. At St John’s, Saturday 5.30pm to 5.50pm.

Rosary after Wednesday 10am Mass at St John’s (but not Wednesday 10th)

Rosary after Monday 12.30pm Mass at The Blessed Sacrament

Divine Mercy Chaplet First Friday of the Month, 3pm at St John’s

Filipino Mass 3rd Sunday at 3pm at The Blessed Sacrament