Parish group | Explanation of what is on offer | Details | Contact details |
CAFOD group | Our Parish supports projects in the developing | 01242 519810 | |
Youth Junior Group | This youth group provides an opportunity for | Every Sun during Autumn and Spring term 5pm-7pm. There are always alternative activities in summer term. Meet at Old Priory. | 01242 525592 |
Proteen Youth Group | A group for young Catholics 14-18 years of age. Come and socialise, pray and discuss the Catholic Faith. | Meets after 6pm mass on Sun evenings at church. | 01242 523737 |
Young Catholic Adults Group | A chance to meet other 18-35yr olds for Catechesis and learning more about our faith on 2nd Tuesday of month and socialising on 4th Tuesday of the month. http://www.cheltenhamcatholicadults.blogspot.com | Meet 2nd & 4th Tues of Month @ The Quaich pub opposite church | Margaret 07515 805015. 07908 105787 |
Sacrament Preparation | If you are wishing to prepare your child/yourself for Baptism, Reconciliation, First Holy Communion, Confirmation or Marriage, the parish office will put you in contact with the right preparation leader. | 01242 523737 | |
Liturgy Support | Parishioners are involved in helping to celebrate the Liturgy in various ways - Eucharistic Ministers, Musicians, Readers, Servers, Stewards. Holy Communion can be taken to the sick and housebound. | Different groups meet at different times. |
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Children’s Liturgy Group | Do you have skills in working with children and helping them understand the Gospel? Always looking for people to go onto a rota to run the children’s liturgy. | Takes place during Sun 930 mass every week. | Stella Kinmond 01242 511371 |
Church flower arrangements | A Team regularly meet to decorate our beautiful church with flowers and foliage. | Meet most weeks. Perhaps you could commit weekly or every so often. | 01242 523737 |
Marian Society | This group is involved in running the hall, fund-raising and social activities. | Based at Holy Name Hall, Lynworth, Cheltenham | 01242 572163 |
St Gregory’s Music Group | A group of musicians/singers provides music for the family mass. Please visit their website St Gregory's Music Group. Do you sing or play an instrument or have experience as a sound technician? | Provide music for 0930 mass fortnightly. | 01242 523929 |
Newman Association | A national organisation whose members meet regularly in local “circles” to discuss and develop their understanding of the Christian faith. | Meet monthly from September to May. | Details published in Church porch. Tony 01242 576730 |
Parish Library | A collection of religious books. Open for borrowing, study or casual browsing in the Old Priory at the back of the church. | Fri mornings 10am – 12pm. | 01242 517614 |
Catenians | A national lay organisation which is open to Catholic men over the age of 21. It is a social organisation which aims to strengthen family life through friendship and faith. | 01242 238222 | |
Society of St Vincent de Paul | A charity founded in the last century to help the poor, the sick and needy. Members undertake hospital & home visits to those in need, help, guidance, physical and financial assistance. | If you’d like to support or you need support, please call. | 01242 523737 |
RCIA Journey in Faith | For people wishing to learn more about Catholicism and for those adults who wish to become Catholic. | Every Thurs 7-9pm | 01242 523737 |
Bereavement Support | Parishioners are available to offer friendly support and a listening ear following bereavement. | Parish office will take details and ask supporter to ring you. | 01242 523737 |
55+ Club | A social club with over 80 members. Outings and speakers are arranged. New members and visitors are always welcome. | Meets every Thurs |