Events

Parish Events: 

N.B. All Sunday Masses will be at 9am until further notice.

Holy Cross Church is now open daily from early morning for those who wish to have quiet reflection and private prayer.

The Martha Group will be meeting on Tuesday 2nd December at 11am in the hall after the Funeral Mass.  We start with coffee and cake! All are welcome

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION  & SACRAMENT OF RECONCILLIATION

The preparation programme for 2026 will be starting on Sunday 7th December 2025 at 10:00am, after Mass. with a meeting with Father Jon.

Any parent/guardian whose child is in school Year 3 or above and wishes to start the preparation, should fill in a registration form, which can be collected from the back of the church. This should be handed to Mary Pike by Sunday 30th November

N.B. Preparation sessions will take place on Sundays for one hour, after the 9:00 am Mass. In the event of Mass being at 12:30 the sessions will be held at 11:15. Full dates will be given at the meeting on the 7th December.

 

 

St Peter’s, Crownhill

RESCUE PROJECT

Come along for an exciting, dynamic and intriguing presentation of Jesus’ life, teachings and the redemptive power of his death and resurrection. This is open to everyone but is particularly of interest to those interested in becoming a Catholic. You will enjoy great conversation and community spirit, in St. Boniface’s College hall at 7.15-9pm on the following Wednesdays:

December 3rd & 10th.                            Bring a friend.

 

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON DROP-IN  Come for a chat, meet old friends, make new ones. All ages welcome. Stay all afternoon or drop in for half an hour. Free tea and coffee. Invite and bring along someone you know is feeling isolated and lonely.

 

Local Events:

Tavistock Care Cafe – Since April, the Tavistock Care Cafe has been welcoming those who are bereaved or grieving, or have caring responsibilities,  to coffee, cake and a chance to talk. We are open on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 10.30 to midday.  If you feel you or someone you know would benefit, do join us in the Upper Hall of Tavistock Methodist Church (for newcomers to Tavi, the church is next to the bus station and opposite the Library).   The Care Cafe team.

Society for the Protection of Unborn Children(SPUC)  Advent Coffee Morning 10.30am – 12.15pm Saturday 3rd December in Plymouth Cathedral Centre.  Prize Raffle, Assorted Homemade cakes, including Christmas, Dundee & Log cakes, Jams, Spicy Chutney, Marmalade and Savouries as well as a religious, jewellery and bric-a -brac stalls.  £1 Entry to include tea, coffee & mince pie. Please come and support a good cause. We look forward to welcoming you. NB.  Are you willing to bake some cakes for us? Contact: Christine: 07742320717 Thank you.

Diocesan & other events:-

Advent Retreat Day On Saturday, 6th December at St Rita’s Centre  “FROM CAPTIVITY TO FREEDOM: AN ADVENT JOURNEY OF HOPE” led by Deacon Kelvin Russell and Fr. Jose Romero OAR.  The day will begin with coffee/tea on arrival at 9.30am. The first talk will start at 10am. The second talk will be at 11am. Adoration in silence (with an opportunity for Confession) will be at 12.00pm. Lunch will be served at 1pm. Holy Mass at 2.45pm. Depart at 3.30pm. The charge for the day, including lunch, is just £25.00.  To register, please complete the application form (available at the back of the Church or see Ann, Parish Secretary) and let us know of any dietary requirements. You can contact St Rita’s Centre by phone at 01404 42635, by email at admin@stritascentre.org, or register online via our website:https://www.stritascentre.org/events-retreats-1/advent-retreat-day-from-captivity-to-freedom-an-advent-journey-of-hope . Payment can be made in advance or on the day.

Advent Festival at St Mary and St George Church, Totnes, Station Road, Totnes, TQ9 5HW
We will be holding an Advent Festival over the weekend of Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th December.
Saturday 6th December
  • 10:30am: Performance by the Berry Pomeroy Handbell Ringers
  • 3:00pm: Music from Gemstones, a chamber wind group
  • Hot drinks and cakes will be available.
Sunday 7th December
  • 9:30am: Parish Mass
  • 3:00pm: Carol Service featuring the Totnes and Bridgetown Community Choir
    Afterwards, enjoy mince pies and mulled wine.
Throughout the weekend, visitors can admire our beautiful display of family cribs, browse craft tables with handmade goods, and take part in our raffle with many great prizes.
Everyone is warmly invited to come along and join in the festive fun!
If you’re interested in having a stall on either day, please contact the parish office at totnes@prcdtr.org.uk.
We are supporting The Red Cross (Plymouth), CAFOD and Rowcroft Hospice.

 

Advent Retreat – Sisters of Mary Morning Star, Lynton Convent, Devon EX35 6BS 12-14th December 2025.  An invitation for women aged 18-35 to come can spend a time of prayer and study with our contemplative community.  For more information or to book a place please contact: srsmarymorningstar@gmail.com

 

Marriage support – Does your relationship need some TLC? Need help with deeper issues?  Next programme starts 17th October www.retrouvaille.org.uk     Tel: +44 7887 296 983