Parish Events:
Sunday Masses are at 12.30pm until further notice..
Holy Cross Church is open daily from early morning for those who wish to have quiet reflection and private prayer.
In the footsteps of St Paul
Based on his Pilgrimage earlier this year Henry Guly will be giving a talk on St Paul’s 2nd Missionary Journey to Greece in 49-52AD at Holy Cross Church, Yelverton on Friday 18th September 2026 at 7pm. This is a fundraising event for the Parish of Holy Cross and will be followed by Cheese & Wine in the Hall. All are welcome. If you would like to come, please can you put your name on the list at the back of the Church for catering purposes. Thank you.
St Peter’s, Crownhill
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/Opportunities:-
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.
- Saturday 19th September 9.30-11.30 “A French Breakfast” in aid of Devon Historic Churches in Meavy Parish Hall. PL20 6 PJ
- Saturday 19th September 10-12 A Macmillan Coffee Morning at Walkhampton Village Hall. PL20 6JN
- Thursday 24th September 7.15. A talk about the work of Catalyst, by the Youth Workers @ Yelverton War Memorial Hall, Meavy Lane PL20 6AL
Diocesan & other events:-
Care for Creation – A Special Year The Year of St Francis 2026 marks the 800th anniversary of St Francis of Assisi’s death in 1226. Pope Leo XIV declared that it will be a special Year of St Francis in which we are all called to become saints in our world, following St Francis’ example. We are called to model a holiness of life and witness to peace. The Season of Creation is a global ecumenical celebration of prayer and action to protect our common home, starting each year on 1 September and finishing on the feast of St Francis, 4 October.
UNBOUND PRAYER MINISTRY UNBOUND
Prayer Ministry available in this Diocese. If you feel in need of freedom and inner healing through prayer, and desire a deeper relationship with Jesus, we have ministers trained to help you. Please contact unboundprayerdop@gmail.com
SPUC Coach to the annual March for Life (M4L) in Westminster on Saturday 5th September. The theme for this year: ‘Abortion Hurts The Family.’
7am – Coach will depart the lay-by in St Boniface Lane outside the closed St Peter’s Church. There is ample parking along the old Tavistock Road leading to the Church of the Ascension and also outside the Church of the Ascension itself, (The Lawns) which is just a 2 minute walk from the departure point.
8am – Pick up at the bottom of Exeter Services (M5)
5.30pm – Leave Westminster
Seats £28pp but some free seats available. Coach cost is £1,720. Donations gratefully received.
Further info: Christine Hudson Tel:07742320717 Email: chrishud78@talktalk.net
Do come to protest the recently passed legislation allowing abortion up to birth and the return to parliament of the recently defeated Assisted Suicide Bill threatening the elderly and vulnerable. To date, 14 Catholic bishops will be attending the March so you will be in good company.
Mass for Marriage September 12th 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Celebrant: Bishop Nicholas Hudson. The Cathedral Church of St Mary and St Boniface,
Marriage enriches us all. All are welcome, including those whose spouses are no longer with them here. Let us know your anniversaries or intentions, or your planned wedding date. For more information, please contact: deborah.vankroonenburg@prcdtr.org.uk
Medjugorje Pilgrimage The Our Lady of Lourdes Pilgrimage to Medjugorje is in the early stages on organisation. We will be flying from Bristol to Split Thursday 1st to Thursday 8th of October. £785pp sharing £150 single supplement. Half-board, fully guided Pilgrimage with Marian Pilgrimages. Please contact plymouth-plympton@prcdtr.org.uk if you are interested in joining us.
If you wish to attend the Eucharistic Congress in London on 10th October they are planning a day-return coach. It would leave Plymouth at 5am and pick up at Exeter Services – and possibly Taunton or Wincanton. For booking/further information please contact: Fr Chris, Parishes of St Joseph & St Walburga and Our Lady of Fatima, Poole. Tel: (01202) 746539
SEE. SPEAK. ACT: Faith in Action Against Modern Slavery
Wednesday 14th October 2026 (1.00–5.00pm)
Plymouth Methodist Central Hall
“He has sent me… to set the oppressed free.” (Luke 4:18)
Modern slavery is hidden in our communities. Join us for an ecumenical event with expert talks and workshops to learn how your church community can recognise exploitation, safeguard vulnerable people, and help bring freedom and hope. Free event. Booking required:
Prayer Conference. Buckfast Abbey, Saturday Oct 31 & Dec 1. 2026 UNBOUND Freedom in Christ.
A weekend immersion in the inspirational teaching of UNBOUND Deliverance Ministry. A safe, gentle and non-confrontational freedom and inner healing ministry model which helps people reclaim their true identity in Christ. Come and join us as we unpack each of the key themes of the ministry; Repentance & Faith, Forgiveness, Renunciation, Authority, and the Father’s Blessing. With an opportunity for a personal prayer session and the chance to claim true freedom in Christ. Weekend tickets from £65.
To book UNBOUND Freedom in Christ Prayer Retreat. Buckfast Abbey, Devon – Fill in form
Call or email Michele Thompson, Officer for Evangelisation for more information 07940453607
michele.thompson@prcdtr.org.uk
For more information on Unbound Ministry please follow the link: https://www.unboundprayer.com/