St. Simon Stock Catholic Church

A Message From Fr. Jose – 21st December

Posted on Dec 20, 2025 by St Simon Stock Parish Office

Fr. Jose – Parish Priest

Dear family members and friends: In today’s Gospel we reflect on the message of the angel to Joseph regarding the birth of Jesus. As Joseph knew Mary was bearing a child in her womb before their marriage, he was confused and decided to send her away quietly. But on the message of the angel about the birth of Jesus made him change his mind and accept Mary. On this last Sunday of Advent, let us reflect on the birth of Jesus in our lives through the Holy Spirit. In today’s prayer over the offerings, we pray: May the Holy Spirit, O Lord, sanctify these gifts … just as he filled with his power the womb of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Let us pray that we also be filled with the Holy Spirit to receive Jesus into our lives. Amen

We are celebrating the Nativity of Jesus this week. Wish you all the blessings of a very Happy Christmas. May Child Jesus be born in our hearts and life.

Christmas Message From Archbishop John Wilson

Posted on Dec 20, 2025 by St Simon Stock Parish Office

In his annual Christmas message, Archbishop John Wilson said: “The beautiful truth of Christmas is that because of God in Christ we are never lost. God chose to be near us, to stay close to us always, to draw us to himself, always. In his endless mercy, the Lord Jesus chose to love us, so we could know and believe that “God is love” (1 John 4:16). In turn, all the Lord Jesus asks of us is to not be afraid and to say yes to him, to draw close to him, to love him”. You can watch and read the full message at rcaos.org.uk/christmasmessage2025.

Children’s Society’s Southwark Crisis Fund

Posted on Dec 20, 2025 by St Simon Stock Parish Office

Children’s Society’s Southwark Crisis Fund helps families in our Archdiocese who are facing a crisis in their lives. To gift aid your offering please use one of the envelopes on the table.