A reflection on mercy, youth, and the healing grace of forgiveness Seven months into my teaching career, I sent a student for the first time to “Reflection.” After the day’s activities, the student approached me and asked, “Do you forgive me?” I replied, “Oh yes, I do forgive you, but try to behave
The first formation meeting for potential Salesian Youth Animators was held on 7th March 2026. It was a success – four 17-year-olds, two youths in their twenties and two adults (parents) came along. The session featured: Fr Nick Harden who shared his personal life experience as a vulnerable youth navigating
Flowers were the theme for this March’s Mamma Margherita Fellowship meeting. Thank you to Jane Fensome who brought flowerpots, daffodils, ribbons, wire, sticky tape and lots of other bits and bobs. Patiently and slowly, step by step, she showed us how to make a beautiful flower arrangement. Everyone in the group
The leaden February skies and persistent drizzle didn’t deter 50 of the older members of our parish family from gathering together to begin our February Mamma Margherita Fellowship meeting by celebrating the feast of our Lady of Lourdes with Father Anthony. Our Mass gave us time, individually, to join our
On Saturday 28th February 2026 a group of over 35 parish readers gathered in our church hall for a formation day. We welcomed Mary Rouse from the Society of Saint Gregory who led the day. In the morning Mary gave some background about recent changes that have taken place, in
On Saturday 21st February 2026 our two catechumens Keeley and Owen, and our candidates Daniel, Carla, Luca, Elliott, Matthew and Michael were presented to Bishop Philip at the Rite of Election in the Cathedral. Read a full report from the Bishop in Portsmouth e-News. Read about the experience of one
