In this Jubilee Year of our parish, the Angel theme has been gently woven through our Christmas decorations, reminding us that heaven walks close to earth and that God’s messengers still proclaim hope, peace, joy, and above all, love. This Christmas season, our parish has truly come alive with beauty,
A joyful, moving and uplifting atmosphere was experienced in our packed church on Sunday evening, 14th December 2025, when we held our first ever ‘International Carol Concert.’ It was a magnificent celebration of the rich cultural tapestry that makes our parish so vibrant and unique. Concert organisers Loretta De Silva
The Mamma Margherita Fellowship Core Group were very pleased to welcome members and friends to the December monthly meeting which was held at the Parish Hall. The day was full of joy and festive feelings. It was highlighted by the lovely singing of the choir from Saint Bernadette’s School. Afternoon
The parish celebrated the first Sunday of Advent in a number of ways over the weekend of 29th/30th November 2025. At the 5.30pm Vigil Mass on Saturday, singing was led jointly by the OLSD choir and the ecumenical Mosaic Arts choir (members from many Christian churches in Cove including OLSD)
Former OLSD parish priest, Fr David Quarmby, died on 26th October 2025.  Reverend David James Quarmby was born at St Leonard’s on Sea, Sussex on 8th August 1935. He had a brother who died several years ago. He has a nephew, John Quarmby. He studied at St Edmund’s, Ware and
Our second anniversary Mamma Margherita meeting on 13th November 2025, began with a wonderfully moving Mass of Healing and Anointing celebrated by Father Anthony. This was followed by much chatter in the hall as home-baked cakes with tea and coffee were shared and a celebration cake cut. A short AGM
