News & Events

Catholic Mothers’ Group
Monday 3 November from 09:30 to 11:30 in the Conference Room and every first and third Monday.  A place for mothers to grow in their faith together with their children. Food and drinks served. catholicmothersportsmouth@gmail.com. 

First Friday Devotions
At 16:30 on 7 November in the Cathedral with Mass at 18:00. 

Youth Group (for those aged 12-17)
Next meets at 18:30 on 7 November in the Hall. If you wish to begin preparation for Confirmation next year, please come along. 

Extraordinary Ministers of H.C.
A refresher course will be offered by Fr Anthony Fyk from 09:00 to 12:00 on Saturday 8 November in the Hall.

Young Adults (18-30) Group
Next meets at 18:30 on Thursday 13 November in the Hall. 


Statue of Our Lady of Fatima 
Families or individuals are encouraged to host the Pilgrim Statue of Our Lady in their home for a week, beginning and ending on a Saturday. Please contact the parish office for information.

Mass: Deceased Parishioners
This annual Mass will take place at 12:15 on Saturday 22 November. As usual, there will be the opportunity to light a candle in memory of a loved one. 

Let your light shine – A Celebration of Talents 
An event celebrating the talents of parishioners through praise and worship, songs and dance in the Hall on Saturday 22 November from 13:30 onwards. Proceeds will go towards the Cathedral building fund. Please see noticeboard or flyers for details.

Women’s Retreat Day
Led by Fr Tom Hiney at Sacred Heart, Waterlooville from 09:30 to 16:00 on Saturday 29 November. Lunch included. Suggested donation of £10. More info from: catholicmothersportsmouth@gmail.com.

Christmas Day Lunch 
Every year, the Cathedral organises a Christmas Day lunch for those who may be otherwise alone. Could you collect guests from their homes and return them home after the event? All drivers are required to do a DBS check. If you can help, please call the Parish Office on 023 9200 8810.

Legion of Mary 
We hope to set up a Legion of Mary group at the cathedral. The Legion is a worldwide movement dedicated to prayer, service, and evangelisation under the guidance of Our Lady. For more information contact Chuma Ndubisi at 07731 448607 or chuksnd777@yahoo.com. 

Booking of Mass Intentions
Please note that, if you pay for Mass intentions using a contactless machine in the cathedral, the Mass(es) must still be booked via the parish office. If not, the payment will be treated as a donation to the parish building fund.