| Sunday 20 September |
Our first student Mass after the summer vacation at 11:30am at the Franciscan International Study Centre, followed by our free Pot-luck Lunch at St John Stone House. |
| Thursday 24 September 12noon - 3pm |
Come to the Welcome Fair at Eliot Car Park and visit the Cathsoc stall - "The biggest and best..."! |
| Sunday 27 September |
Our first 'regular' Mass starts at 11:30am on the Sunday before the beginning of the new academic year. Mass is - as usual - at the Franciscan Centre, followed by our free Pot-luck Lunch at St John Stone House. |
| Tuesday 29 September |
Enjoy a Free Wine & Cheese Evening, meet our Presidents and new friends, and relax at St John Stone House. |
| Tuesday 06 October |
Hear from past and current Presidents and former members of the Cathsoc as they share their enthusiasm as to why the Cathsoc is "the biggest and best society on campus..." |
| Saturday 10 October |
For only £5 we go by coach to Aylesford Priory for the unique Veneration and Procession of the relics of St Thérèse of Lisieux with Mass celebrated by Archbishop Kevin McDonald of Southwark. |
| Tuesday 13 October |
The Local Student Co-ordinator of the St Vincent de Paul Society, Winston Waller, will show a short video about the work of the SVP and explain how Cathsoc students can change the local community for the better. |
| Saturday 17 October |
Our first Cathsoc trip of the new academic year. Enjoy a coach ride through the Kent countryside visiting a medieval castle and then on to the prettiest of the Cinque Ports - Rye. The cost is only £10 which includes a packed lunch. |
| Tuesday 20 October |
Enjoy an evening away from the library as you relax at St John Stone House watching "A Man for All Seasons". This historic and Oscar winning film of the life of St Thomas More, featuring Paul Schofield and based on the play by Robert Boult, is a dramatic presentation of the Reformation crisis in England. |
| Tuesday 27 October |
Cathsoc members share their experiences when they were involved in the HCPT Children's Pilgrimage to Lourdes which takes place each Easter week (3rd - 10th April in 2010). This is the main charity event supported by the Cathsoc. We try to finance at least 2 or 3 helpers. |
| Sunday 01 November |
We will celebrate this Holy Day during our usual Sunday Mass at 11:30am at the Franciscan International Study Centre, followed by our Pot-luck Lunch at St John Stone House. |
| Monday 02 November |
There are two Requiem Masses which will be offered for the faithful departed: at 1:30pm in Eliot Chapel AND at 6:40pm in St John Stone House. |
| Tuesday 03 November |
A short illustrated presentation about the life and death of Guy Fawkes, accompanied with free Mulled Wine & Baked Potatoes, followed by a relaxing party around the fire at St John Stone House. |
| Tuesday 10 November |
We are showing "Becket" - one of the great historical epics, which features one of
cinema's most legendary pairings; Peter O'Toole and Richard Burton. The story tells of the
tempestuous friendship between King Henry II and Thomas Becket. The King appoints his trusted companion to the esteemed position of Archbishop of Canterbury, believing his loyalty will give him control over the church. However, Becket takes his new duties seriously and his devotion to God soon brings him into direct conflict with the State and his lifelong friend. |
| Saturday 14 November |
Visit this wonderful city - "the best medieval gem in Northern Europe" with its beautiful canals and streets. Only £25 for coach and shuttle. Enjoy this vibrant city as it prepares for Christmas... |
| Tuesday 17 November |
John Smeaton, the National Secretary of SPUC, and a frequent speaker on TV and Radio, will challenge us about the importance and reasons for valuing life at every stage. He will be particularly topical about current parliamentary legislation. |
| Tuesday 24 November |
Just a few weeks after Fr Damien of Louvain has been canonised, we show "Molokai" - the Australian film of Fr Damien's life and heroic death. |
| Saturday 28 November |
Our Advent Away Day retreat at Stella Maris, the Generalate of the Faithful Companions of Jesus at Broadstairs. For only £5, which includes lunch, we travel by coach and enjoy a day of reflection and peace together, plus a visit to the seaside! |
| Tuesday 01 December |
Tim le Lean and the Gregorian Singers from St Thomas' will demonstrate and share their enthusiasm for Gregorian Chant and why it is becoming popular again. |
| Tuesday 08 December |
Good Food, good Wine, good Company... Party till the small hours... All free - at St John Stone House! |
| Tuesday 15 December 8pm |
This memorable event - the largest gathering in the University year - is by free personal ticket only. It is always oversubscribed! To get a good seat, be there at least by 7:30. Further details will appear on our Sunday news sheet, the University Chaplaincy website, and from Fr Peter via e-mail. |
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