Home Our Patron Saint Parish Office Parish News Parish Map Parish History SycamOre Mass Schedule Baptism Children's Liturgy Reconciliation Holy Communion Confirmation Marriage Adult Initiation (R.C.I.A.) Child Protection Organisations Schools R. Challoner Boys School Links Contact Us   St. Matthias, Cheam Common Road, Worcester Park, KT4 8SX. Bus routes: 151, 213, 613, 627, 668, K10, N213 Hello Everyone, You are very much in my prayers at Mass each day. Thank you  for your continued  financial support of our Parish. If you would like our Bank details  please contact me  on 0208 337 1782 or email worcesterpark@rcaos.org.uk You can also make a donation online at: www.justgiving.com/campaign/parishsupport Just remember to add: “I would like my donation to go to St. Matthias, Worcester Park Mass intentions and Events 7th ~ 13th Nov 2026 Sat 7th Nov 06.30pm Confession 5.30pm until 6.00pm Thomas Michael Searle RIP Mrs Chris Baxter RIP FIRST MASS OF SUNDAY Sun 8th Nov 09.30am For those who died in War Teas and Coffees in Hall. All Welcome THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY SECOND COLLECTION THE ARCHBISHOP'S APPEAL 11.15am People of The Parish Mrs Grace Bastiampillai RIP 5.30pm Edward McCarthy RIP Tue 10th Nov 07.30pm Discovering the Catholic Faith: THE POWER OF PRAYER IN CHURCH HALL All WELCOME. Wed 11th Nov 10.00am Holy Souls Saint Martin of Tours Thur 12th Nov 10.00am Ellen Sims and her deceased relatives Michael Hogan 70th Birthday Saint Josaphat Fri 13th Nov 10.00am Paul Gibson RIP Adoration until 11am Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini Mass intentions and Events 15th November 2026 Sat 14th Nov 06.30pm Confession 5.30pm until 6.00pm Danuta Janowska RIP FIRST MASS OF SUNDAY Sun 15th Nov 09.30am People of the Parish Holy Souls Teas and Coffees in Hall. All Welcome THIRTY-THIRD SUNDAY 11.15am Strength for Sister Benedict OSB 5.30pm Teresa Reeves RIP THIS WEEK'S YOUTUBE VIDEO: WHY DO CATHOLICS BELIEVE IN PURGATORY? Fr Joseph Owusu-Ansah explains the Church's teaching on purgatory, how it is rooted in Scripture, and why it is ultimately a sign of God's mercy rather than his judgment. Youtube video Altar Serving Training 8th 15th 22nd and 29th November  directly after 9.30am Mass. BLESSING OF GRAVES We are planning in conjunction with Fr Benedict and the Parish of North Cheam  to Bless Graves on Sunday 8th November  at Merton and Sutton Joint Cemetery, Garth Road Morden SM4 4NW. We will begin outside the Cemetery Chapel  with a short prayer Service at 1.30pm. BAPTISMS Contact Fr. Sean. MARRIAGES The Diocese requests couples to give Fr. Sean at least 6 months notice, especially if they intend to be married outside the Parish. PRAYER FOR THE FORGOTTEN DEAD O merciful God, take pity on those souls who have no porticular friends and intercessors to recommend them to You, who either through the negligence of those who are alive, or through length of time, are forgotten by all. Spore them, O Lord, and remember your own when others forget to appeal to your mercy. Let not the souls You have created be parted from You, their Creator. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. NOVEMBER LIST OF THE DEAD Praying for the dead is a long-standing Christian tradition deeply rooted in Scripture. Especially in November, we take time to remember each deceased person by name, bringing them before the Lord's mercy. It is important that we make the effort every year to recall their names in prayer and offer Masses for their souls. This year, Holy Souls envelopes will be available, and we encourage you to write the names of your deceased loved ones, friends, and parishioners for whom you wish us to pray in November. There is a special basket in front of the Altar where these names can be placed. Any donations in the envelopes will go toward offering Holy Souls Masses throughout the year, whether in our parish or in parishes with fewer Mass intentions. In this way, we not only remember their names before the Lord but also assist them on their journey to eternal life. ARCHBISHOP'S APPEAL SECOND COLLECTION-THIS WEEKEND The Archbishop's Appeal is a Diocesan second collection that funds key areas of ministry: Youth and Evangelisation, Our Faith in Action (Caritas) and Clergy Care and Formation. Your support will enable the Archdiocese of Southwark to support innovative projects taking place within Catholic parishes and Schools throughout South London and Kent  that seek to invest Faith, Hope and Love into the communities they serve. Please be generous to the Archbishop's Appeal 2026. Every gift is welcome. Find out more, or donate online: www.rcaos.org.uk/archbishops-appeal Telephone weekdays 9 am - 5 pm:  020 7960 2504 Cash / Cheque - please use the Archbishop's Appeal envelopes at the back of church. Thank vou for generosity of heart. ENCYCLICAL LETTER MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS OF HIS HOLINESS POPE LEO XIV ON SAFEGUARDING THE HUMAN PERSON IN THE TIME OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE The principle of subsidiarity 68. The principle of subsidiarity stems from the very same understanding of the human person that has guided our reflection on dignity and the common good. If every woman and man is called to take ownership of his or her own life and to contribute to the formation of society, then social institutions must also respect and support this responsibility. The Social Doctrine of the Church refers to subsidiarity as the principle according to which the role of individuals, families,  local communities and intermediary organizations should not be supplanted by higher-level authorities. Moreover, higher-level institutions must recognize, protect and promote the freedom and creativity of lower-level entities, coordinating their contributions so that they can cooperate effectively for the common good. WHAT WILL WE DO AS A PARISH FOR ADVENT, CHRISTMAS AND BEYOND? A famous Radio DJ used to say in the run up to Christmas: "you're not ready, are you?" When I was in the world of work, I found the run up to Christmas quite draining because of all the commercial stuff,  but I understood why it was happening. Annoyingly, I was too busy at work (and partying) for any preparation for Christmas or any true celebration of what it meant for our lives and destiny. Obviously, God has a great sense of humour in challenging me as your Shepherd, to challenge and help you both as a Parish and individuals to prepare for: What we will do as a Parish for Advent, Christmas and beyond? Advent begins on the 31st November. We have a few plans, what are yours? Welcome to the Web Site for the Catholic Parish of St. Matthias, Worcester Park, in the Archdiocese of Southwark. atholic community situated on the borders of three Boroughs, Sutton, Kingston, and Epsom & Ewell. It stretches from the A3 in the north to the A24 in the south and includes Worcester Park, Malden Manor, Old Malden, Malden Green, and areas of New Malden, Motspur Park and North Cheam. That area of the Parish in the Borough of Epsom and Ewell is in the Diocese of Arundel & Brighton but served from St. Matthias. Schools in the Parish and local area St. Cecilia's Primary School, London Road, SM3 9HY - 020 8337 4566 Corpus Christi Primary, Chestnut Grove, KT3 3JU - 020 8942 2645 St. Clement's Primary, Fennell's Mead, KT17 1TX - 020 8393 8789 Richard Challoner Secondary Boy's, Manor Drive North, KT3 5PE - 020 8330 5947 The Holy Cross Secondary Girl's, Sandal Road, KT3 5AR - 020 8395 4225