The Event - 2009

The organiser is Maria Whitehouse

"We have a lunchtime social in the Lower Parish Room. This is once a month on a Thursday (usually the third Thursday of the month) from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. organised by a group of parishioners.

We have a light lunch (sandwiches, sausage rolls, cakes etc) and invite a different guest speaker each month. The speaker usually gives a talk lasting about 20 minutes, followed by questions and often accompanied by digital photographs shown through a projector.

Our Programme for Autumn 2009 updated Sep '09

17th September Sarah Whitehouse - India"
15th October Brian Pointer
19th November Fr Malcolm King
17th December Christmas Celebration

Everyone is very welcome at the lunches especially people new to the parish. Transport can be arranged (Maria 01243 782837) and a hearing loop is installed. Details and a contact phone number are always in the weekly parish newsletter.

Maria and her team, who run the events

A reminder of notable past Events

Barbara Cluff gave us a fascinating and moving talk about how the faith has been kept alive in Poland over the centuries and had a marvellous display of Polish crafts, artefacts and photographs.

Father Kieron and David Rang entertained us with the impressive story of their cycle ride to Lourdes and we were privileged to hear French songs, beautifully sung by Year 1 of St Richard’s Primary School. We also heard Deacon Hilary Parsons

We also organise trips to places of interest such as our cruise down the Chichester Canal in July and Cream Tea at Stansted Park Tea Room.

We visited Ladywell Retreat Centre for a Day of Prayer and had a wonderful retreat day at Storrington led by Father Thomas.

Many will remember our Jubilee Day Out in May 08.

Details are in the parish newsletter every month one or two weeks beforehand.

Old and new parishioners welcome. Transport can be provided – phone Maria 782837

If you have any queries or suggestions for trips or speakers please speak to Maria on 782837

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