55+ Club
A friendly social club, meeting alternate Thursdays from 10-11.30 am in the Old Priory.
Come for a coffee, speaker and chat. New members and visitors always welcome.
Contact: Stella Kinmond Tel: 01242 511371
Events 2023
02 November – Monomatapa to Zimbabwe – Peter de Gruchy
16 November – Eyes Front & Take Note! – Michael Molony
30 November – Ripping Yarns & Wizard – Wheezes (Comics): John Reid
14 December – Christmas Meal – Booking Essential
21 December – Advent Carol Service and Bring & Share Lunch
Meet about once a month to Stitch and Pray, in the Old Priory on Saturday Afternoons. An informal friendly creative group who have produced a number of projects, some of which are sold to raise funds for Parish Projects. Please contact Sue Holbrook on 01242 577029 for more information. All ages and abilities are welcome – advice and guidance given.
Childrens Liturgy Group – Rasti Mego
A liturgy suitable for younger children usually takes place during the 9.30am Sunday Mass.
Link to Kid’s Bulletin: https://thekidsbulletin.com/
Newman Association – S Jamison 01242 539810.
The Newman Association is a national organisation whose members meet regularly in local “circles” to discuss and develop their understanding of the Christian faith. The Association takes its name from Cardinal St. John Henry Newman, who “wanted an intelligent, well-instructed laity…”. Talks from visiting speakers are held at Sacred Hearts Church, Charlton Kings.
Society of St. Vincent De Paul - Tel: 01242 523737
A charity founded in the last century to help the poor, the sick and needy. Members undertake hospital & home visits to those in need, help, guidance, physical and financial assistance. Contact the Presbytery for information.
The Parish And The Sacraments - Tel: 01242 523737
The Parish prepares candidates for Reception into the Church, Baptism, Reconciliation, Holy Communion, Confirmation and Marriage. For more information contact the Parish Office on the above number.
Church Flowers - Tel: 01242 523737
A Team regularly meet to decorate our beautiful church with flowers and foliage. Please contact the Parish Office if you would like to help.
Youth Junior Group - email christine.fletcher@talktalk.net
We are aiming to explore good citizenship in a Christian context through Art, Craft and Music. Sessions take place twice a month in the OP; we start straight after the 9:30 Sunday Mass and finish a 11:30. We are a lovely, lively group and enjoy meeting new people. Check our newsletter for dates, and just come along on the day!
Teams of Our Lady - 01452 713330
Teams of our Lady is a movement that supports married (and widowed) couples in their vocation. A Team would consist of 3 to 5 couples and their families. The couples will meet once a month for a simple shared meal, with prayer time and with the help of a chaplain find this to be a great support through all the ups and downs of married life int he modern church. In Cheltenham there are three teams, and room for more - if this interests you please contact John or Jane Andrews in the first instance.
Choir – Tel: 07827 915575
A choir provides music from the classical and renaissance repertoire for the 11:15 Mass on Sundays. Please contact David McConkey, Parish Organist, if you are interested in singing with the choir.
Music Group - Tel: 07403 697251
A group of musicians/singers provides music from a contemporary repertoire for the 09.30 Sunday Family Mass and with the choir, for the main feasts of the liturgical year. Musicians and singers of all ages are always welcome to join - please contact John for details.
The Catenians
We are an association of Catholic laymen who are committed to their Faith, their families, to those in need and to each other. Our primary purpose is to establish a network of friends, which enhances their family life, strengthens their Faith, and sustains them in difficult times. We support each other, the Catholic Church, young people, and those in need.
Find us at: www.thecatenians.com
The Catenian Association, 2nd Floor, 1 Park House, Station Square, Coventry, CV1 2FL
Email: membership@thecatenians.com
Telephone: 02476 224533
For details of our varied local County of Gloucester programme of events please contact: –
Graham Wheeler (Membership Officer)
Tel: 01242 269082
Email: grandpagw@mail.com
Schools
The Catholic School of St Gregory the Great
St James Square, Cheltenham, GL50 3QG
Telephone: (01242) 513659
Fax: (01242) 237870
Website: www.st-gregorygreat.gloucs.sch.uk
Headteacher: Mrs Charlotte Blanch
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School
Lewis Road, Hesters Way, Cheltenham, GL51 0HZ
Telephone: (01242) 513339
Headteacher: Mrs Nicola Tippin
All Saints’ Academy
Blaisdon Way, Cheltenham, GL51 0WH
Telephone: (01242) 702220
Principal: Mr Dermot McNiffe
St Edward’s School
Cirencester Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL53 8EY
Telephone: (01242) 538600
Fax: (01242) 538610
Headteacher: Mrs Patricia Clayfield
St Edward’s Preparatory School
London Road, Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, GL52 6NR
Telephone: (01242) 538900
Headteacher: Mr Stephen J McKernan