A new handrail has been fitted in the middle of the steps outside the Church entrance. This has been installed on the recommendation of Maurice McSharry our Health and Safety Officer (pictured above) who was concerned that the existing wide steps were a safety hazard. Thanks go to Maurice for liaising...
Praying for Vocations Jesus said “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd is one who lays down his life for his sheep.” John: 10:11-12 In 1964, Pope Paul VI, launched Vocations Sunday, which we celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Easter, also called ‘Good Shepherd Sunday’ (21 April 2024)....
On Tuesday 23 April 2024 we held our fourth meeting for our First Holy Communion children’s parents. The theme of the meeting was Eucharist. Fr Anthony opened the meeting by talking about the “real presence.” The understanding that the children are actually receiving Jesus’ body and blood in the Eucharist....
The Interim Pastoral Pastoral Council held its first full working meeting on Thursday 18 April 2024. We start with prayer, and the meeting directly follows Adoration to help us be guided by the Lord.   Here are some highlights: A small subgroup has been set up to draw up a parish...
Oasis Breakfast was a lovely ladies’ gathering last Saturday, April 6th. It took place in the hall of Our Lady of Lourdes & Saint Dominic Parish, and other local parishes’ ladies joined. We listened to music, asked for our prayer intentions, and enjoyed a delicious breakfast prepared by the Oasis...
It was lovely to welcome Fr Gerry who was celebrant at our 10.30am Mass this Sunday. Fr Gerry Briody SDB is the Provincial for the Salesian order in Great Britain. After Mass Fr Gerry met with many parishioners and also had an informal meeting with members of the newly formed...
The main teaching of this First Holy Communion preparation session was that Jesus turned the offering into something amazing. At Mass, we offer bread, wine, money and our little sacrifices adn triumphs of the week, and they are transformed into something wonderful. The session started with a prayer, as Father...
Bringing people closer to Jesus Christ through His Church
Catholic Diocese of Portsmouth
OLSD – Farnborough Hampshire is a Catholic parish that seeks to nourish the spiritual lives of our members through worship, education, evangelization, formation and service. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive community that reflects the love and spirit of the Church.
Our Lady of Lourdes +
St Dominic Savio
Tel: 01252 546897
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Registered charity number:
1199568
71 High View Road,
Farnborough,
Hampshire,
GU14 7PT
