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NOVENA PRAYER TO ST MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL
20th – 28th September, 2026
Feast Day: 29th September, 2026
St. Michael the Archangel, we honor you as a powerful protector of the Church and guardian of our souls. Inspire us with your humility, courage and strength that we may reject sin and perfect our love for our Heavenly Father. In your strength and humility, slay the evil and pride in our hearts so that nothing will keep us from God.
Day 1: St. Michael the Archangel, pray that we may be blessed by God with the zeal to live our lives in accordance with Christ’s teachings.
Day 2: St. Michael the Archangel, pray that we may have the grace to see the image of God in the least of our brothers and sisters.
Day 3: St. Michael the Archangel, pray that we may be protected from the snares of the devil, that we may avoid all occasions of sin.
Day 4: St. Michael the Archangel, pray that we may have an overwhelming desire to humble ourselves before God in service to His Will.
Day 5: St. Michael the Archangel, pray that we may have the moral strength to defeat disordered desires and passions that would take the place of Almighty God.
Day 6: St. Michael the Archangel, pray that we may have the faith to truly entrust our lives to the loving care of our Heavenly Father.
Day 7: St. Michael the Archangel, pray that we may have the grace to joyfully dedicate everything that we do to the greater glory of God.
Day 8: St. Michael the Archangel, pray that we may have the will to faithfully obey God in all of his commandments.
Day 9: St. Michael the Archangel, pray that we may have the grace to share eternity with our Heavenly Father.
St. Michael the Archangel, you are the prince of angels but in your humility you recognized that God is God and you are but His servant. Unlike satan, you were not overcome with pride but were steadfast in humility. Pray that we will have this same humility. It is in the spirit of that humility that we ask for your intercession for our petitions… (state your petitions)
“Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle, be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do thou, O Prince of the Heavenly host, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.” Amen.
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Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena
23rd December – 31st December 2026
Friday 1st January, 2027
New Year and Thanksgiving Day
Mass at 10:00am.
Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena - Day 1 – 23rd December 2026
Mary, our Mother, you have always been concerned with the affairs of the world and of each person throughout history. In your “yes” to the angel Gabriel to accept your role as the Mother of God, you accepted a unique role as a mediator between Heaven and Earth. Our Lady of Good Counsel, today, I ask for your intercession for a world in need of your guidance and for counsel in my own life. (State your intentions here)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena - Day 2 – 24th December 2026
Mary, our Mother, you have always been concerned with the affairs of the world and of each person throughout history. You have provided counsel and comfort to those who needed you, even during your earthly life when you visited your cousin Elizabeth while she carried John the Baptist in her womb. Our Lady of Good Counsel, today, I ask for your intercession for a world in need of your guidance and for counsel in my own life. (State your intentions here)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena - Day 3 - 25th December 2026
Mary, our Mother, you have always been concerned with the affairs of the world and of each person throughout history. Your counsel to us extends back to your earthly life when you spoke of your Son, commanding us: “Do whatever He tells you”. Our Lady of Good Counsel, today, I ask for your intercession for a world in need of your guidance and for counsel in my own life. (State your intentions here)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena - Day 4 - 26th December 2026
Mary, our Mother, you have always been concerned with the affairs of the world and of each person throughout history. At the Cross, Jesus gave you to the disciple St. John, saying “Behold, your mother” to him and to all of us who follow after him. Our Lady of Good Counsel, today, I ask for your intercession for a world in need of your guidance and for counsel in my own life. (State your intentions here)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena - Day 5 - 27th December 2026
Mary, our Mother, you have always been concerned with the affairs of the world and of each person throughout history. In the 16th century in Mexico, you counseled Juan Diego, saying, “Do not be troubled or weighed down with grief. Do not fear any illness or vexation, anxiety or pain. Am I not here, who am your Mother? Is there anything else you need?” Our Lady of Good Counsel, today, I ask for your intercession for a world in need of your guidance and for counsel in my own life. (State your intentions here)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena - Day 6 - 28th December 2026
Mary, our Mother, you have always been concerned with the affairs of the world and of each person throughout history. In 1830, you counseled Catherine Laboure in Paris, instructing her on the design for the Miraculous Medal and saying, “All who wear this medal will receive great graces.” Our Lady of Good Counsel, today, I ask for your intercession for a world in need of your guidance and for counsel in my own life. (State your intentions here)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena - Day 7 - 29th December 2026
Mary, our Mother, you have always been concerned with the affairs of the world and of each person throughout history. In 1858, you counseled Bernadette Soubirous in France, telling her where to dig in the ground to bring forth a spring where a great multitude of people would be healed of illnesses and infirmities for decades to come. Our Lady of Good Counsel, today, I ask for your intercession for a world in need of your guidance and for counsel in my own life. (State your intentions here)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena - Day 8 - 30th December 2026
Mary, our Mother, you have always been concerned with the affairs of the world and of each person throughout history. In 1917 in Fatima, Portugal, you counseled three shepherd children, saying, “My Immaculate Heart will be your refuge and the way that will lead you to God.” Our Lady of Good Counsel, today, I ask for your intercession for a world in need of your guidance and for counsel in my own life. (State your intentions here)
Our Lady of Good Counsel Novena - Day 9 – 31st December 2026
Mary, our Mother, you have always been concerned with the affairs of the world and of each person throughout history. In 1933, you counseled Mariette Beco in Belgium, saying, “Believe in me and I will believe in you.” Our Lady of Good Counsel, today, I ask for your intercession for a world in need of your guidance and for counsel in my own life. (State your intentions here)
(Novena Prayer Continues Day 1- 9)
For guidance for all those who pray this novena, pray for us. For counsel to seek your Son every day of our lives, pray for us. For an increase in love, trust, and devotion to your Immaculate Heart that leads us to Jesus, pray for us. Blessed Mary, Star of the Sea, guide us now as you have guided pilgrims in years past. Be our constant beacon, a blazing light in this dark night, and lead us home to dwell with your Son forever and ever. Amen.
Mary, Our Lady of Good Counsel… Pray for us!
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI DAY: BLESSING OF ANIMALS
There will be a Blessing of Animals in honour of St Francis of Assisi whose memorial we shall celebrate on 3rd October. If you have pets like dogs, cats, cocks, goats, etc, bring them for a blessing on Saturday 3rd October, 2026 at
6:00 pm – 7:00pm.
St Francis of Assisi... pray for us!
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EASTER TRIDUUM PROGRAMME 2027
Maundy Thursday
Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper 19:30
Good Friday
Stations of the Cross for Children 11:00
After Stations of the Cross - Walk of Witness with fellow Christians
Solemn Liturgy of the Lord's Passion 15:00
Easter Vigil
Solemn Easter Vigil and First Mass of the Resurrection 19:30
Easter Sunday
Masses of the Resurrection of the Lord 09:00 and 11:00
SUNDAY OF SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION FOR EASTER CELEBRATIONS
Saturday 20th March 2027 to Sunday 28th March 2027
There will be Easter Confessions this weekend after each Mass: after Saturday 9:30am Mass, Saturday 6:00pm Mass, Sunday 9:00am Mass and 11:00am Mass.
In addition, a visiting priest will be available after the 11:00am Mass to minister the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Kindly encourage one another to embrace the mercy of God this holy season of grace. Jesus loves you!
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CELEBRATING DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY
Sunday, 4th April, 2027
Divine Mercy Novena Masses - 9:00am & 11:00am
Celebration of Divine Mercy Sunday on 4th April, 2027 will be marked with Veneration of the Image of Divine Mercy at 3:00pm.
Jesus, I trust in You!
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NOVENA PRAYERS TO THE HOLY SPIRIT
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Beginning Friday 7th May to Saturday 15th May, 2027.
The Solemnity of Pentecost on 16th May, 2027.
Novena Prayers to the Holy Spirit
Day 1 Novena to the Holy Spirit - Charity
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate. Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Charity within us. The great charity of all the the host of Saints is only made possible by your power, Oh Divine Spirit. Increase in me, the virtue of charity that I may love as God loves with the selflessness of the Saints. Amen. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 2 Novena to the Holy Spirit - Joy
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate. Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Joy within us. All of the Saints are marked with an uncompromisable Joy in times of trial, difficulty and pain. Give us, Oh Holy Spirit, the Joy that surpasses all understanding that we may live as a witness to Your love and fidelity! Amen. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 3 Novena to the Holy Spirit - Peace
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate. Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Peace within us. The Saints were tempted, attacked and accused by the devil who is the destroyer of peace. When we are accused by the devil, come to our aid as our Advocate and give us Peace that lasts through all trials! Amen. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 4 Novena to the Holy Spirit - Patience
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate. Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Patience within us. Oh Holy Spirit, you give lavishly to those who ask. Please give us the patience of the Saints who are now with you in heaven. Help us to endure everything with an eternal patience that is only possible with your help. Amen. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 5 Novena to the Holy Spirit - Kindness
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate. Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Kindness within us. Jesus approached sinners with immense kindness. Holy Paraclete, please treat us humble sinners with the same kindness and give us the ability to treat all others with that kindness as well. Amen. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 6 Novena to the Holy Spirit - Faithfulness
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate. Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Faithfulness within us. You, oh Lord, are ever faithful. You are faithful until the end. Though we are weak and distracted, please give us the grace to be faithful to You as you are to us! Amen. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 7 Novena to the Holy Spirit - Gentleness
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate. Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Gentleness within us. Despite the gravity of our sins, oh Lord you treat us with Gentleness. Dear Holy Spirit, give us your power to treat all in our lives with the Gentleness of the Saints. Amen. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 8 Novena to the Holy Spirit - Self-Control
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate. Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Your gift of Self-Control within us. Your Martyrs had the overwhelming self-control to go joyfully to a painful death without shrinking from the opportunity to join You in heaven. Give us this self-control to have command over our emotions and desires that we may serve You more fully. Amen. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Day 9 Novena to the Holy Spirit - Goodness
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Let us bow down in humility at the power and grandeur of the Holy Spirit. Let us worship the Holy Trinity and give glory today to the Paraclete, our Advocate. Oh Holy Spirit, by Your power, Christ was raised from the dead to save us all. By Your grace, miracles are performed in Jesus’ name. By Your love, we are protected from evil. And so, we ask with humility and a beggar’s heart for Goodness within us. We want to be like your Saints in heaven. Holy Spirit, renew us by your power with your Goodness that we may bring the Good News to the world. Amen. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. And You shall renew the face of the earth. O, God, who by the light of the Holy Spirit, did instruct the hearts of the faithful, grant that by the same Holy Spirit we may be truly wise and ever enjoy His consolations, through Christ Our Lord, Amen. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
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PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS
(By St John Paul II)
O loving and gracious God, Father of all, You bless Your people in every time and season and provide for their needs through Your providential care. Your Church is continually in need of priests, sisters and brothers to offer themselves in the service of the gospel by lives of dedicated love. Open the hearts of Your sons and daughters to listen to Your call in their lives. Give them the gift of understanding to discern Your invitation to serve You and Your Church. Give them the gift of courage to follow Your call. May they have the spirit of young Samuel, who found fulfilment in his life when he said to You, “Speak Lord, for your servant is listening.” We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen.
Mary, Our Lady of the Cenacle...pray for us!
Help our seminarians who are preparing for the priesthood.
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CORPUS CHRISTI SUNDAY CELEBRATION
@ St Michael's, Pollards Hill. CR4 1LS
In accordance with centuries old Catholic tradition, there will be Corpus Christi procession after each Mass this weekend.
Come and join us to profess and celebrate the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.
Mass in Anticipation: Sat. 22th May, 2027 6pm
Sunday 23th May 2027, Masses - 9:00am &11:00am
O Sacrament Most Holy, O Sacrament Divine
All praise and all thanksgiving
Be every moment Thine!
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GLOBAL LAY APOSTOLATE FOR PRIESTLY-VOCATIONS
-A Catholic Prayer Network -
Motto: In sinu Jesu
Aim: To pray for Priests & Vocations to the Priesthood
Only on Thursdays, at your own time.
REGISTER NOW!!!
In the next 50 years, more Seminaries and Churches will be closed down in some countries of the world due to lack of Seminarians and Priests.
ARISE & PRAY
The Lord Jesus said, "The harvest is rich, but the labourers are few, so ask the Lord of harvest to send labourers to his harvest." - Luke 10:2
Let us "ask" the Lord of harvest
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REGISTRATION
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Let us plan ahead for the sustenance of the Catholic faith all over the world. Introduce other people to this apostolate. It is as important as it is urgent.
God bless you!
Father Innocent Ezeonyeasi prays for you!
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THE CHAPLET OF REPARATION
or Offering of the Precious Blood for Priests
(This Chaplet of reparation and intercession is meant to be prayed on an ordinary five decade rosary.)
Incline + unto my aid, O God; O Lord, make haste to help me. Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Alleluia. (After Septuagesima: Praise be to Thee, O Lord, King of eternal glory.)
(On the ‘Our Father’ beads):
Eternal Father, I offer Thee the Precious Blood of Thy Beloved Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lamb without blemish or spot, in reparation for my sins and for the sins of Thy priests.”
(On the ‘Hail Mary’ beads):
By Thy Precious Blood, O Jesus, purify and sanctify Thy priests.
(In place of the ‘Glory be to the Father’):
O Father, from whom all fatherhood in heaven and earth is named, have mercy on all Thy priests, and wash them in the Blood of the Lamb.
Conclusion:
O Virgin Mary, my Mother of Perpetual Help, my hands are in Thy hands, and my hearts is in Thy heart, and this forever.
O sweet Virgin Mary, I am thy child. Keep my hands in Thy hands and my heart in thy heart all throughout this day and even during the night. So do I want to live and die. Amen
In Sinu Jesu, Pages 269-270
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“You pleased Me by praying the Chaplet of Reparation and by offering My precious Blood to My Father for the purification and sanctification of My priests. I received that prayer and brought it before My Father abundant graces fell upon the priests of My Church in response to that simple prayer.”
In Sinu Jesu - Page 150
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Thomas More Catholic School, Purley (11-19)
Thomas More Catholic School, Purley, on the Croydon-Sutton border invites all parish families to watch a video, the link is below:
https://youtu.be/4k5uPTIWM2M
You may book a visit to the school which is a chance to meet key staff members, see the school in action and ask any questions you may have.
You may also like to follow on social media where the life of the school is frequently showcased.
The links are below.
Instagram - @tmcspurley
https://www.instagram.com/tmcspurley/
Twitter - @tmcspurley
https://twitter.com/TMCSPurley
Facebook - Thomas More Purley
https://www.facebook.com/tmcspurley/?ref=nf
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