Arrival of New Missionaries to the GBR Province
Posted: Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:45
Recently, two new Missionaries have joined the Great British Province from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Brothers Jean Marc Quetzal Mukala and Andre Nobel Kankwenda have joined the Bolton Community. They recently had the opportunity to experience snow. Fr Michael Winstanley took them out for a walk along with Brothers Malachy Okeke and Chin K who are in the British Province as Students
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St John Bosco College students on the Radio!
Posted: Fri, 9 Dec 2022 10:28
Students from St John Bosco College in Battersea will be on the radio tonight (Friday 9th December) at 5pm.
They will be looking ahead to this Sunday's gospel, and discussing how scripture is relevant in a young persons' life.
If you're interested in listening to their programme, then they will be on Radio Maria from 5pm until 6pm
Sunday Reflection - 3rd Sunday of Advent (Year A)
Posted: Fri, 9 Dec 2022 09:15
We are now over halfway through our journey through Advent, and the danger is that we can get so caught up with the thought of '25th December', that we could miss out on the beauty that these next couple of weeks will bring us. Yes, there is shopping to be done, cards to be sent and gifts to be wrapped, but our Advent is that chance to give something back to the Lord and to each other. If you have... Read More »
So, where are you from?
Posted: Wed, 7 Dec 2022 10:28
Buckingham Palace, the home of British royalty came under fire with cries of racism and being out of touch with the reality of modern Britain. Lady Susan Hussey is best known for being a trusted confident of the late Queen Elizabeth II and being one of the many Godparents of William, Prince of Wales. She has worked at Buckingham Palace since 1960, having held the quaint and totally English title of... Read More »
Diaconate Ordination of Brother Steven Lloyd
Posted: Tue, 6 Dec 2022 11:41
On Saturday 3rd December, Brother Steven Lloyd was ordained a Deacon by The Rt. Rev. Paul Hendricks, the Auxiliary Bishop of Southwark Diocese.
Brother Steven's family and friends attended his Diaconate Ordination. The event was also attended by many members of the Salesian Family from all over the UK.
Brother Steven will now spend the next few months, preparing for his Priestly Ordination.
There are... Read More »
The Wonderful Traditions of Christmas
Posted: Mon, 5 Dec 2022 15:37
As we approach the great feast of Christmas, it is good to remember traditions from other cultures, especially in these difficult times. We are blessed to live in a nation of so many nationalities and they remind us that our faith is not a case of 'one size fits all'; there is variety and an openness that we need to share.
In the Philippines and in Filipino communities across the world, people will... Read More »
The great Christmas Tree debate
Posted: Mon, 5 Dec 2022 10:07
In homes across the land, lights and trees are springing up. Drab shopping malls are aglow with bright and, some might say, gaudy decorations, encouraging valued shoppers to part with their cash. Indeed, the Christmas shopping period is often a make-or-break time for so many small entrepreneurs especially. It has been argued that Christmas comes too early, and that we do not give ourselves time to... Read More »
Thank you Janet!
Posted: Fri, 2 Dec 2022 13:58
On Thursday 1st December, the community and staff at St Joseph's and Thornleigh came together for their annual Christmas meal, but also to thank Janet for her service at Thornleigh. Janet has been working at Thornleigh for 47 years and is soon going to be retiring. Salesians shared stories about the work that Janet has done for them and their memories of her friendship and loyalty. The Thornleigh community... Read More »
Sleepout - Battersea
Posted: Thu, 1 Dec 2022 15:18
On Friday 25th November, about 50 students at St John Bosco College in Battersea, participated in a Sleep out in the school. Homelessness is a huge concern for many over the winter months. It was also an opportunity to raise money for homeless charities through sponsorship.
Images from Fr Gregory Echegwo SDB
Deacon Michael Kennedy: New Chancellor of the Archdiocese of Southwark
Posted: Thu, 1 Dec 2022 14:43
In the Archdiocese of Southwark, Monsignor Matthew Dickens has stepped down from the role of Vicar General and Chancellor.
The role of Vicar General will be given to Monsignor Gerry Ewing. Mgr Ewing has been a part of the Archdiocese of Southwark since 1981, and is also the Moderator of the Curia, for the Archdiocese of Southwark.
The role of the Chancellor will be given to Deacon Michael Kennedy. Deacon... Read More »