His Holiness Pope Leo XIV has appointed the Right Reverend Nicholas Hudson as the new Bishop of Plymouth. Please visit the Diocesan website to find out more about this joyful news.
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.
Wednesday 26th November, Briar Tor Community Centre, 11am-2pm
Homemade Soup & Bread + Tea/Coffee & Cake + Cakes, stalls & a raffle.
Donations in aid of Martha Group Charities
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:
November 12th, 19th, 26th;
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:-
DIOCESAN EVENT– BEING SIGNS OF HOPE:
A day of Reflection and Prayer for the 9th World Day of the Poor
on Saturday 15th November 2025 10am-3pm at St Rita’s Centre, Honiton.
Caritas Diocese of Plymouth invites you to gather for a day of prayer to reflect on Pope Leo’s first message and how we can walk alongside those experiencing poverty. We are delighted to welcome David McLoughlin back to the diocese again this year after his much-celebrated keynote talks at this year’s Gather Conference. The event will start with a liturgy at 10.00am and end at 3.00pm with closing prayers. A free light lunch will be provided for those attending the day.
To register email caritas@prcdtr.org.uk or phone 01364 645425
Advent Retreat for 18-30 year olds, Sclerder Abbey. 21st – 23rd November 2025
Join young adults from across the Diocese of Plymouth to prepare for Advent. During the weekend you will explore Johns scripture; ‘The word became flesh and dwelt amongst us’ (J1:14) whilst experiencing elements of the Chemin Neuf Community, listening to talks from Fr Robbie Lowe and exploring the area. A recommended donation of £30 is to help with the accommodation and food costs. For further information contact Saskia; youth@prcdtr.org.uk or follow the link to book: https://forms.office.com/e/se4zasSM7B
Ignatian silent and individually guided retreats available locally in the Plymouth Diocese for Advent 2025 for those who would like to step back from everyday life for a little while to review their journey in faith and make a little extra space and time for God.
Nov 28th – 30th (Fri – Sun) Weekend Retreat (£160)
Nov 28th – 2nd Dec (Fri – Tues) Extended Weekend Retreat (£280)
Dec 1st – 5th Dec (Mon – Fri) Midweek Retreat (£275)
Nov 28th – 5th Dec (Fri – Fri) 6-day retreat (£475)
Venue: St Rita’s Centre Honiton Venue: St Rita’s Centre Honiton, East Devon, a well- appointed retreat house with comfortable ensuite accommodation situated in the Vale of Honiton.
Cost includes full board & lodging, but help is available for those who would like to go on retreat but have difficulties with the recommended donations.
Retreats are available for similar 2026 Lent retreats of varying lengths: Friday Feb 13th – 20th 2026
For further details and bookings contact Plymouth Diocesan Ignatian Spirituality Group at
diocesan-ignatian-retreats@prcdtr.org.uk or phone 01752 769164 or 07823 447637
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
Online Prayer Group. An online group has been sharing Morning Prayer and Night Prayer, Monday to Fridays, for the last two years. We simply pray the Divine Office together (over about twelve minutes) – ‘for the sake of the Church and the world’. People dip in, as they can (no apologies needed when we can’t). There is no obligation to read, just join us in prayer. For more information contact <deborah.vankroonenburg@prcdtr.org.uk>