Support
If you require any help or assistance from our priests Fr Tom & Fr Saju, you can make an appointment either by calling
020 8402 0459 or emailing mchughfrtom@aol.com.
There is a surgery where you can meet the priests without an appointment at the Presbytery: 1 Orchard Road, Bromley BR1 2PR on
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The Samaritans
There is always someone to talk to no matter how difficult your situation is. Talk confidentially to a volunteer by e-mail, over the phone, face-to-face or by letter.Website: www.samaritans.org.ukE-mail: jo@samaritans.orgTel: 08457 90 90 90 (open 24 hours a day, seven days a week)Textphone: 08457 90 91 92
Domestic Violence
The Church rejects as an inexcusable evil violence of any kind on women by male members of the family. Call the Domestic Violence Helpline on 548672 on a 24-hour service, or the Women's Aid National Helpline on 0345 023468. Never hesitate to contact one of the parish team. www.womensaid.org.uk
BEREAVEMENT
Our parish Consolation group When we experience a loss, especially if this is of someone we love, we may find it difficult to cope. Our parish ‘Consolation Group’ offers friendship, support and someone to whom we can speak in confidence, without judgement. Many people find this helpful. Please join us at the Presbytery, 1 Orchard Road on 24 November for a cup of tea and a chat. You will find a warm welcome.
Cruse Bereavement Care
A national organisation offering help to all bereaved people, no matter who they are or where they come from. The West Kent Branch at Tonbridge offers one to one counselling, and trained counsellors visit people in their own homes. A Bereavement Support Group meets in Tunbridge Wells. No charge is made, though donations are welcome. The office opens on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10.30 - 1.00. Phone 01732-353575.
Beginning Experience
This is a ministry for those who know the pain and loneliness of losing a loved one through separation, divorce or death. The work is carried out by a trained team of volunteers at special weekend gatherings which encourage participants to share their need, and deal with the natural process of grief and loneliness. www.beginningexperience.org
Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Marriage Care
Marriage
Formerly the Catholic Marriage Advisory Service, Marriage Care is a professional, confidential counselling service for individuals and couples. To find out more, or to make an appointment, contact Medway Marriage Care, The White House, Riverside, Chatham, Kent ME4 4SL (tel. 01634-828839) www.marriagecare.org.uk
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
A movement within the Catholic Church, which began in the 1960's to give married couples and others the opportunity to take responsibility for what is happening in their lives. Marriage Encounter Weekends offer couples an opportunity to grow closer, helping them to refocus on the values that are really important to them and to live more joyful and purposeful lives. It is not aimed at marriages in difficulty, but rather enriching and strengthening marriages. www.wwme.org.uk
Association of Separated and Divorced Catholics
This association is committed to cooperation with the Church, and aims to give spiritual and practical support to separated and divorced Catholics, helping members to come to terms with being on their own and to gain confidence to face the world again. www.asdcengland.org.uk
Help and support for Homosexuals
EnCourage is a spiritual support group for homosexual Catholics wishing to live according to the teaching of the Catholic Church. It meets regularly for confidential group meetings and personal support. Write to P.O.Box 3745, London N2 8LW or check the website www.encouragetrust.org.uk
020 8402 0459 or emailing mchughfrtom@aol.com.
There is a surgery where you can meet the priests without an appointment at the Presbytery: 1 Orchard Road, Bromley BR1 2PR on
- Monday 6-8pm: Fr Saju
- Wednesday 5-7pm: Fr Tom
For Elderly Parishioners we have the Autumn of Life group who meet regularly for lunch. Call Gina on 84643742 or see the weekly newsletter for details.
For the Bereaved we have a Consolation Group meeting monthly on a Wednesday afternoon at 4.30pm in the Presbytery for a cup of tea and time to chat and share. See weekly newsletter.
PregnancyCrises
PregnancyGood
Crises
The Samaritans
There is always someone to talk to no matter how difficult your situation is. Talk confidentially to a volunteer by e-mail, over the phone, face-to-face or by letter.Website: www.samaritans.org.ukE-mail: jo@samaritans.orgTel: 08457 90 90 90 (open 24 hours a day, seven days a week)Textphone: 08457 90 91 92
Domestic Violence
The Church rejects as an inexcusable evil violence of any kind on women by male members of the family. Call the Domestic Violence Helpline on 548672 on a 24-hour service, or the Women's Aid National Helpline on 0345 023468. Never hesitate to contact one of the parish team. www.womensaid.org.uk
BEREAVEMENT
Our parish Consolation group When we experience a loss, especially if this is of someone we love, we may find it difficult to cope. Our parish ‘Consolation Group’ offers friendship, support and someone to whom we can speak in confidence, without judgement. Many people find this helpful. Please join us at the Presbytery, 1 Orchard Road on 24 November for a cup of tea and a chat. You will find a warm welcome.
Cruse Bereavement Care
A national organisation offering help to all bereaved people, no matter who they are or where they come from. The West Kent Branch at Tonbridge offers one to one counselling, and trained counsellors visit people in their own homes. A Bereavement Support Group meets in Tunbridge Wells. No charge is made, though donations are welcome. The office opens on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10.30 - 1.00. Phone 01732-353575.
Beginning Experience
This is a ministry for those who know the pain and loneliness of losing a loved one through separation, divorce or death. The work is carried out by a trained team of volunteers at special weekend gatherings which encourage participants to share their need, and deal with the natural process of grief and loneliness. www.beginningexperience.org
Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Marriage Care
Marriage
Formerly the Catholic Marriage Advisory Service, Marriage Care is a professional, confidential counselling service for individuals and couples. To find out more, or to make an appointment, contact Medway Marriage Care, The White House, Riverside, Chatham, Kent ME4 4SL (tel. 01634-828839) www.marriagecare.org.uk
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
A movement within the Catholic Church, which began in the 1960's to give married couples and others the opportunity to take responsibility for what is happening in their lives. Marriage Encounter Weekends offer couples an opportunity to grow closer, helping them to refocus on the values that are really important to them and to live more joyful and purposeful lives. It is not aimed at marriages in difficulty, but rather enriching and strengthening marriages. www.wwme.org.uk
Association of Separated and Divorced Catholics
This association is committed to cooperation with the Church, and aims to give spiritual and practical support to separated and divorced Catholics, helping members to come to terms with being on their own and to gain confidence to face the world again. www.asdcengland.org.uk
Help and support for Homosexuals
EnCourage is a spiritual support group for homosexual Catholics wishing to live according to the teaching of the Catholic Church. It meets regularly for confidential group meetings and personal support. Write to P.O.Box 3745, London N2 8LW or check the website www.encouragetrust.org.uk
CAREPLUS - a united churches group supporting the vulnerable. Shopping and visiting elderly etc. to find out how you can help, or to ask for help, please call Jayne on 83139999
