St Margaret of Scotland (1046 - 1093) Saint of the week: Monday 16th November St Catherine of Scotland was born in Hungary of Anglo-Saxon and Hungarian parents. When William of Normandy conquered England she found refuge with King Malcolm III of Scotland, and they were married in 1070 and had eight children. She reformed the royal court, founded monasteries, and supported major reforms of Church life. She died in Edinburgh on 16 November 1093. She is remembered for the happiness of her marriage, for her devotion to prayer and learning, and especially for her generosity to the poor.
SPECIAL COLLECTION: CATHOLIC EDUCATION: All Masses, 14-15 November.
GALLOWAY LOURDES HOSPITALITÉ AND YOUTH FOR LOURDES are holding a joint Sign-Up Session on Sunday 22nd November at 3pm in St Quivox Hall, Prestwick, KA9 1LU. Please join them to find out more about the fulfilling experience that volunteering in Lourdes is. They are looking for helpers in all capacities - medical team, general helpers and young people from 4th year to 23 years for the Youth for Lourdes team. Whether it is your 1st or 21st pilgrimage, a warm welcome awaits!
ST MATTHEW’S ACADEMY is beginning fundraising for the next visit from their friends in their partner school, St Peter’s, Mzuzu. They will hold a quiz night in St Matthew’s on Thursday 19th November. Ticket prices are £5 for adults and £3.50 for under 18s. Doors open at 6.30pm. All are welcome. To reserve tickets please contact the school on 01294 606680.
