Knights of St Columba - Council 232 Poole & Branksome

Brothers, There have been no further deaths to report since my last Bulletin.

The funerals at Dorchester of Brother Charles Webb of Council 185 Weymouth and at Bournemouth of Barbara Anthony were well attended by Brother Knights, family and parishioners at both locations. Please pray for them and those left to mourn their passing.

Also please take note of Brother Roger’s list of our sick and housebound on page 8 of the September Bulletin and pray for their recovery and good health.

August is now long past and the congregation of my parish begins once again to grow in numbers. The children’s liturgy classes are operating again and it is good to see them trooping down the centre aisle with their little gifts at the Offertory. I suppose, before long, we will be lighting Advent Candles, worrying about Christmas greeting card lists and presents for the children and grandchildren; and in my case great grandchildren as well.

Don’t forget our Annual Mass for deceased Brothers that will be celebrated by Bishop Crispian for us in the Cathedral on Tuesday 10th November at 7.30pm. It is always a great evening both spiritually and socially.

At Provincial Council it was decided to go ahead with the proposed day at Wisdom House, Romsey This will take place on Saturday 14th November from 10am to 4pm. Please make every effort to support this important study day. I understand that the cost will be £15 per person

Bill Davey (Provincial Chancellor)

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