Part of The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark
The parish of St Simon Stock, South Ashford is a parish of The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark. We offer pastoral care for those in and around the South Ashford area. Our parish school is St Simon of England Catholic School.
Priest in Charge
Fr. Jose Anchanickal
Parish Advisory Council
Telephone: 01233 622399
Email us: ashfordsouth@rcaos.org.uk
Parish Priest’s Column
A Message From Fr. Jose – 16th August
Dear family members and friends: Today we celebrate the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Today’s Gospel acclamation proclaims, “Mary has been taken up into heaven, the host of angels rejoice.” The Assumption of Mary was officially defined as a dogma by Pope Pius XII in 1950.
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Parish News – 16th August
Dear Parishioners, The parish website is updated with the Mass times and weeky newsletter for this week, Fr. Jose’s weekly message, and church notices. Today is The Feast of The Assumption and after the morning Mass there is will be ‘Pudding Party’ where parishioners will share their favourite deserts as well as tea and coffee…
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The Feast of The Assumption
Today we celebrate the Christian belief that God assumed the Virgin Mary into heaven following the end of her life on earth. Following the 10.30am Mass, and outdoor procession with the statue of Our Lady,…
Read moreVOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE PARISH
We are looking for more people to help with the various tasks that take make the parish run smoothly in particular catechists for the sacramental programmes (a DBS check will be required), collectors, counters, and…
Read moreFirst Holy Communion Classes 2026/7
For children in school year 3 and above. If you wish your child to enrol in the classes to prepare for the sacrament of Holy Communion which will take place in 2027, please ask for…
Read moreConfirmation Classes 2026/7
For young people aged 12 and above, and for adults who have not yet received the sacrament of Confirmation. If you would like to register your child, or yourself, in the classes in preparation for…
Read moreHelp Needed at Our Church
Reader’s rota for weekday Masses
We are looking to make a reader’s rota for weekday Masses so that this ministry does not fall on the shoulders of just a few parishioners. Give your name to Fr. Jose if you would…
Read moreWould You Like To Join Our Team Of Altar Servers?
We are looking to recruit some new servers from among those young people who have already made their first holy communion to join the team who serve at Sunday Mass and at other Masses throughout…
Read moreWould You Like To Join Our Team Of Readers?
We are looking to recruit new readers, including young people who are in school year 7 and above, to join the team who read regularly at Sunday Mass and at other Masses throughout the year.…
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