This week's news

CHURCHES TOGETHER:

Join in on the local churches pilgrimage on Saturday 27th September at 10am at United Reform Church Church (by St James, Mangotsfield), or meet up with us at 11am at St Augustine’s.

The pilgrimage ends at the The Salvation Army Staple Hill at 12.30 for a cuppa & bring items for a shared lunch.

'Wine & cheese'

Please join us in the parish hall from 7pm on Saturday 4th October for a 'Wine & cheese' celebration as the Season of Creation ends.

Let us know if you are coming and we'll get a free ticket to you (or leave it for you on the door) so we can cater accordingly. Get your ticket after Mass or email the parish office.

Oh, and for those who have said they won't come as they don't drink wine, it isn't mandatory, there will be non alcoholic drinks and cuppas too!

Let's celebrate the wonderful parish community we have!

See you there.

Jubilee Pilgrimage 2025

The national 'Pilgrimage Of Hope' joined and finished its four streams of nearly 200 miles each from Leeds, Norwich, London and Cardiff at the weekend.
22 people did the whole with some 200 joining for part, some from Clifton. A 13cm figurine of St Peter was carried by the pilgrims throughout the journey.
It finished at St Barnabas Catholic Cathedral in Nottingham.
Bishop Patrick walked part of the way and blessed the pilgrims with a solemn Mass and a blessing from the Pope.

School open days

Come and visit our wonderful, caring, Primary School at one of their upcoming open days. Maybe, share this post/info with local families you know as our school may not have been included on local LA lists and is sometimes overlooked for options.

It is very much worth a visit to see the community spirit and caring values that are throughout the school. You do not need to be of Catholic faith or any faith to attend.

Call for details and to book a place / visit their website for more information about the school.

https://www.staugustinedownend.org.uk/

It's time to QUIZ! ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?
Mike Ryan & Gang are back with another fun evening of Quiz rounds, games, & probably a joke or 2!
Get your tickets after Mass or from the parish office at only £5pp for entry to the Quiz - get your teams of 6(ish) together and bring your own drinks and nibbles on the night.
There will be a raffle, a half time game, teas & coffees, a round of 'Head&Tails', and prizes for the winners (& 'best endeavours')
All money raised goes towards our 2 Parish Projects: The Parish building fund & Sheroes Cafe-Chhanv Foundation
See you there!

Vacancy

On behalf of Dr Daniel Doyle, the Newman Catholic Trust is recruiting a Finance Manager (4 days per week). This is more than a finance role – it is a chance to bring professional expertise into a mission-driven environment where every decision supports children’s flourishing.

You will be part of a growing Trust with a strong proven track record, working flexibly and dynamically alongside committed colleagues. As Finance Manager, you will help shape clear systems, support Principals with confident decision-making, and steward resources so that our schools can focus on what matters most: forming lives and building communities of hope.
This is a role for a finance professional who combines technical skill with service, able to give leaders clarity and confidence as our family of schools grows.
4 days per week (29 hours)
Salary: £30,652-33,014
Location: Bristol (hybrid working across schools)
Closing date: 20th October 20205
Apply here: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/17561/EDV-2025-CNCET-13863

https://schools.cliftondiocese.com/vacancies

For those who may be affected by bereavement

St Augustine's holds a monthly, informal, friendship & support group.
The group will next meet on 20th October at 2pm in the Parish Hall, for tea, cake & a chat.

All are welcome to come along.

Parish Hall, Boscombe Crescent - BS16 6QR