Diocesan Vision

"To be a Catholic diocesan which is faithful to the mission entrusted to us by Jesus Christ, full of missionary desciples who work together co-responsibly in vibrant communities of faith, joyful in their service of God and neighbour."

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The Sacrament of Confession/Reconciliation

The Sacrament of Confession/Reconciliation is offered on Saturday mornings after Mass and evening from 5pm to 5:30pm. Also avaliable at other times by appointment.

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Live Streaming of Masses

Please note that our parish live streams the Sun 9am Mass, and at other occasions on request, e.g. funerals. If you do not wish to be seen on the live stream, please avoid the first two pews closest to the altar and ask for Holy Communion to be brought to you.

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Pope Francis RIP

“As the remarkable pontificate of Pope Francis comes to a close all the faithful, Religious and clergy of our Archdiocese join in praying for the repose of his soul. We recall with gratitude the Canonisation of St John Henry Newman, Birmingham’s saint, in 2019 by Pope Francis and the late Holy Father’s appreciation for Cardinal Newman’s teachings on the development of doctrine. The Holy Spirit inspired Pope Francis to lead the Church along the Synodal Pathway in fidelity to the teachings of the Second Vatican Council and this will undoubtedly remain an important part of his abiding legacy. We also remember Pope Francis’s many ecumenical and inter-religious initiatives as he prayed and worked for the unity of the Church and of mankind and for the respect due to God’s creation. We pray that the Good Shepherd will now welcome the Successor of Peter into the company of saints.  May he rest in peace.”
Archbishop Bernard Longley.

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“Sending our best wishes and thoughts to you Fr Michael and your congregants on the sad passing of Pope Francis. He was a great man of God, the church and the world. His legacy of peace will live on.”
From the Mayor, Andy Gilbert, the Town Council and on behalf of the people of Thame.

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There will be a Mass for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis at 8pm on Thu 1st May.

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Patrick Devereaux RIP

Please remember in your prayers, the soul of Patrick Devereaux, his family and
all who mourn his loss. His Requiem will take place on Thu 1st May at 1pm, here at St Joseph’s.

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Congratulations

Congratulations to Carlos Filipe Valente de Oliveira and Laurence Bisdee who were confirmed at the Easter Vigil.

Congratulations also to the family and friends of Tristan Winch on his Baptism this Sunday.

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Thank you from Fr Michael

Thank you from Fr Michael for your generous Easter Offerings, cards and presents. May God pour out His blessings on you as we continue with our Easter celebrations.

Thank you to all the volunteers who prepared the church for Easter and made the liturgies this year so beautiful.

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Parish Retreat

A guided retreat by Fr Stephen Kimani, St Patrick’s Missionary Society, took place on Sat 15th March. As part of this, Fr Stephen provided a talk on the Parables of Mercy, which can be found here.

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Parish Pilgrimage

We are encouraged by our Archbishop in this Jubilee Year to take part in a pilgrimage to a Jubilee Church. This one-day pilgrimage on Sat 17th May to the Jubilee Church at the Shrine of Our Lady of Caversham will provide parishioners with an opportunity to fulfil this request and to enjoy a day out together. Details to follow, but please put it in your diaries.

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St Joseph’s School Spring Fair

St Joseph’s School Spring Fair takes place on Sat 17th May in the parish hall. If any parishioners are able to help out with refreshments on the day or by donating baked goods to sell, the Friends of St Joseph’s School would love to hear from you! fosj@live.co.uk