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NOTICES
4 January 2026
THANK YOU
An enormous thank you to each and all who have been involved with preparing for and contributing to our Christmas celebrations.
On behalf of Fr Thomas, Fr Bill and Fr Graeme, thank you also for the cards, gifts and good wishes that have been offered to them.
HAPPY NEW YEAR
As we welcome in 2026 this week, on behalf of everyone here at St Paul’s, we wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy New Year.
SOLEMNITY OF THE EPIPHANY OF THE LORD
Later today, Sunday 4 January, we hold our Epiphany Carol Service which begins at 6pm. The liturgy concludes with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament and is followed by festive refreshments.
On Tuesday, the feast day itself, Solemn Mass will be celebrated here at St Paul’s at 6pm, with Mass said earlier in the day at St Bart’s at 12 noon. The Epiphany of the Lord is one of the Holy Days of Obligation in the Christian calendar when all of us should, unless with reasonable cause, be present at Mass.
RAFFLE & SHERRY SUNDAY.
The first raffle of the year takes place after Mass next Sunday, 11 January. Please give any raffle prizes to a Churchwarden or Susan.
MALCOLM KEMP R.I.P.
► 4.30pm on Tuesday 13 January – Reception of body into St Paul’s
► 11.30am on Wednesday 14 January – Funeral Mass, followed by refreshments at church.
NEVILLE MUNFORD R.I.P.
► 4.30pm on Thursday 15 January – Reception of body into St Paul’s
► 11.30am on Friday 16 January – Funeral Mass, followed by refreshments at church.
CONVERSION OF ST PAUL LUNCH: booking closes on Sunday!
On Sunday 25 January, we have a booking at The Maldron Hotel, 31 Cannon Place.
The menu is included on the booking form – click link or find hard copies available from the narthex.
Victor will need your completed form and money (£35 per person for three courses) by Sunday 11 January.
TARMAC OUTSIDE THE RUSSELL PLACE DOOR
Some of you may already have noticed that the tarmac, which was in a very poor condition, has now been completely redone. Our thanks go to Victor who so swiftly obtained a quote and liaised with the contractor who completed the work in only two days. If anyone feels moved to contribute towards the cost (£5,200), then please do have a word with Fr Thomas.
MASS INTENTIONS
For those of you who attend Mass on a weekday, you will know that we have a specific intention that we offer at the altar. Sometimes, a priest will be asked to offer Mass for a person’s own private intention, perhaps someone close to them who is unwell or who is departed, including on the anniversary of death. If ever you would like a Mass to be offered for a personal intention, do speak to Fr Thomas.
PLAQUE IN HONOUR OF PAMELA JAMES
Some of you may have seen the plaque that has recently been put in the Narthex to give thanks for all that Pamela gave to this church family, not least the substantial legacy left as part of her estate. May she rest in peace and may her example inspire us in turn to be generous with our time, talents and money.
FUNERAL PLANS
Fr Thomas has lately met with several parishioners to discuss their funeral plans and to be given a record for safe keeping for when the time comes. Having something in writing not only gives us peace of mind but can also help those who will make such arrangements happen, especially if they are not familiar with what a Christian funeral comprises. If, then, you would appreciate the chance to meet with him, please do be in touch.
CHURCH WATCHING
We are incredibly blessed here at St Paul’s to be able to have our church building open for several hours each Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. This is only possible thanks to the selflessness of our team of church watchers, two of whom are always on duty when the building is open to the public. It would be good to expand this team, and so if you might be able to give some of your time to the very worthwhile cause of enabling more people to experience the beauty of holiness here, please have a word with Fr Thomas. Even if you feel you can only give time on an irregular basis, perhaps to cover one of our existing team being on holiday, your contribution would be much appreciated.
APPEAL FROM OUR FOOD BANK
Our city’s food bank is in considerable need of more donations. We have been asked to flag the particular need for tinned meat, fish, tomato and vegetables as well as pasta, rice, tinned fruit, tinned desserts and instant coffee. Supporting the needy is an integral part of our Christian discipleship, so if you can offer some help, please take your donations to the food bank, which is located at the Calvary Church, BN1 4NJ. Alternatively, if you wish to donate a sum of money for the food bank to then spend on what they need, you can do so using the link: http://www.brightonfoodbank.org.uk/how-can-you-help/.
