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Our Lady Queen of Peace is a vibrant and active Catholic parish serving the communities of Shoreham and Steyning and Towers (Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament) Convent, Upper Beeding. We seek to enrich the faith of our brothers and sisters within the parish, and strive to deliver the gospel message to our neighbours; particularly those in need of God's love and compassion
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OLQP First Holy Communion: 7th June 2026 Congratulations to all our First Holy Communion children. There will be a parish celebration after the 9.00am mass at St Peter’s this Sunday 14th June, with cake and certificates. All are welcome.
Sat 13 OLQP Bible Film Group Sun 14 SP Parish Room, 10.00am: First Holy Communion Celebration Mon 15 Anniversary of Deacon Simon’s ordination Thur 18 SP Parish Room, 10.00am: Coffee pop-in Sat 20 OLQP Bible Film Group  Sun 21 2nd Collection: Day for Life
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) is holding a Join the Fightback Day this weekend. SPUC works to promote a culture that protects unborn children. A recent amendment passed by Parliament removes legal penalties for women who end their own pregnancies at any stage. This change has prompted concern among many individuals and organisations.  SPUC is inviting supporters to learn more and get involved. Information postcards are available in the church porch.
We will be holding a special Mass in our parish on Saturday 27 June for the Unborn and their parents. During this Mass, we will pray in a particular way for all parents and families who have experienced the loss of a child before birth or through stillbirth, entrusting them to God’s tenderness and healing.  All are welcome to come, to pray, and to hold these families in compassion and hope.
OLQP First Holy Communion: 7th June 2026 Please pray for Antonia, Daniel, Nuala, Orlagh and Samuel, who are receiving their First Holy Communion this Sunday at St Peter’s. Please pray for their families and the catechists
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Some people might be confused by the transfer of the feast of Saint Anthony of Padua in our diocese from his normal date of 13 June to Monday. This is due to the celebration of the Immaculate Heart of Mary on Saturday which always follows directly after the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The hearts of Jesus and Mary cannot be separated. Saint Anthony would want to submit to them both. He wanted to always be close to Jesus and Mary. He preached and lived that others might catch a glimpse of them both and be converted. Saint Anthony experienced for himself the love and compassion of Jesus and it became real for him - Jesus was real to him. Jesus and Saint Anthony's hearts were intertwined. Jesus wants no one to be lost and Saint Anthony preached that souls not things might be found. Jesus has compassion on the crowd and He asks His disciples to pray for labourers to protect His flock and to do this He gives us His Church to preach, teach and heal with His authority. We must listen to His voice and do as He says. The harvest is ready and the Kingdom of Heaven is very close. He is close at hand. Let us submit to Jesus and stay close to His heart. Listen to His heartbeat and adore Him in the Blessed Sacrament. Allow Him to minister to us and to take authority in our lives. May He live is us and we hide in Him. With my prayer and united in the hearts of Jesus and Mary. God bless you.  Fr Graham
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Next Sunday, 21 June, we keep the Day for Life. This year’s theme, “The Wonder of the Child in the Womb,” invites us to pause in gratitude for the gift of new life. It also holds in prayer all parents who have experienced the loss of a child before birth, and the quiet grief that can follow. The bishops’ message and prayers are available at: www.dayforlife.org , if you would like to spend some time reflecting at home. There will be a second collection for the Day for Life Fund, which supports groups working to uphold the dignity of every human life. If you prefer, you can also donate online through the Day for Life website.
Sat 13 OLQP Bible Film Group Sun 14 SP Parish Room, 10.00am: First Holy Communion Celebration Mon 15 Anniversary of Deacon Simon’s ordination Thur 18 SP Parish Room, 10.00am: Coffee pop-in Sat 20 OLQP Bible Film Group  Sun 21 2nd Collection: Day for Life
The Society for the Protection of Unborn Children (SPUC) is holding a Join the Fightback Day this weekend. SPUC works to promote a culture that protects unborn children. A recent amendment passed by Parliament removes legal penalties for women who end their own pregnancies at any stage. This change has prompted concern among many individuals and organisations.  SPUC is inviting supporters to learn more and get involved. Information postcards are available in the church porch.
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Next Sunday, 21 June, we keep the Day for Life. This year’s theme, “The Wonder of the Child in the Womb,” invites us to pause in gratitude for the gift of new life. It also holds in prayer all parents who have experienced the loss of a child before birth, and the quiet grief that can follow. The bishops’ message and prayers are available at: www.dayforlife.org , if you would like to spend some time reflecting at home. There will be a second collection for the Day for Life Fund, which supports groups working to uphold the dignity of every human life. If you prefer, you can also donate online through the Day for Life website.
On the Bishops' Conference Day for Life there will be a short service of prayer at the Memorial at Arundel Catholic Cemetery, 6 London Road Arundel BN18 9AT to pray for all those affected by the loss of a child at or before birth and for the promotion of a culture of life. The theme this year is The Wonder of the Child in the Womb. See: https://www.cbcew.org.uk/day-for-life/ All welcome, refreshments afterwards in the hall.
Would you be interested in being a small group leader, refreshment maker or prayer minister at our diocesan Young Adult retreats? The Diocese of Arundel and Brighton are looking to run Young Adult retreat days for those aged 18-35 across the diocese. Each will be a day of Faith, Fellowship, Formation and Food! But we need your help...if you are aged 18+ and are interested in supporting these events, please email the Diocesan Youth Project Officer, Bex Driver E : bex.driver@abdiocese.org.uk
Saturday 18 July 12 noon – 4.15pm , Church of Our Lady of Consolation & St Francis, West Grinstead, RH13 8LT. A pilgrimage for people across our diocese - the day includes Holy Mass, a personal Consecration to Our Lady, the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary, Exposition, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Adoration and Benediction. There is no need to book, to find out more contact Linda C-Dominguez T:01273463463 or M:07944377252 or Jayne Lock M: 07816422851 or E: jayne.lock1@gmail.com . Please bring a packed lunch.
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Pope Francis
"Brothers and Sisters, in moments when we are far from God, it would do us good to hear this voice in our heart." - "My Son, my Daughter, what are you doing? Please don't kill yourself, I died for you."