Little Friars and Little Nuns of Jesus and Mary2 November to 12 November

6:00 pm | Mass at Charlestown Precinct
7:00 pm | Parish Mission Launch at Charlestown Precinct

What to expect:

8:00 am | Mass at Charlestown Precinct
9:00 am | School Visit at St Jospeh’s Catholic Primary School, Charlestown (closed school event)
6:30 pm | Evening Encounter – Why be Catholic? at Charlestown Precinct

What to expect:

Whether you’re exploring the Catholic faith, seeking a deeper understanding, or simply curious, you’re invited to join the Little Friars and Little Nuns for an evening of prayer, learning, and discussion.

Sr Susanna will offer a practical and engaging talk, followed by a personal story from Br Peter and small-group conversations in a welcoming setting.

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8:00 am | Mass at Gateshead Precinct
9:00 am | School Visit at St Paul’s Catholic Primary School, Gateshead (closed school event)
6:30 pm | Evening Encounter – Vocation! Who are you called to be? at Charlestown Precinct

What to expect:

Every person has a vocation. Join us as we explore how God speaks to His people and invites each of us to respond to His call. Through Scripture, personal stories, silent reflection, and small-group discussion, the Little Friars and Little Nuns consider how to recognise God’s voice and discover the path He has prepared for us.

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8:00 am | Mass at Gateshead Precinct
6:00 pm | Parish dinner (closed event)

8:00 am | Mass at Charlestown Precinct
9:00 am | Women’s Retreat at Charlestown Precinct
5:00 pm | Mass at Charlestown Precinct
Evening | Street Evangelisation Experience (closed event)

What to expect:

Join the Little Nuns for a women’s day retreat and take some time away from the busyness of daily life to grow closer to God through prayer, reflection, and fellowship. Together, we will explore what Sacred Scripture and the teachings of the Church reveal about the virtues of the Blessed Virgin Mary and how her example can guide us in our own journey of faith. Through talks, prayer, and personal reflection, we will consider how Mary’s humility, trust in God, and loving obedience can be lived out concretely in our daily lives. Come and be encouraged

by the example of Our Lady, deepen your spiritual life, and discover practical ways to grow in holiness as her faithful daughters.

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8:00 am | Mass at Gateshead Precinct
10:00 am | Men’s Retreat at Gateshead Precinct
6:30 pm | Evening Encounter at Charlestown Precinct

Men’s Retreat – What to expect:

Join the Little Friars together with Fr Tony for a men’s day retreat and take the opportunity to step away from the demands of everyday life to spend time in prayer, reflection, and fellowship. Together, we will explore what Sacred Scripture and the teachings of the Church reveal about the virtues of St Joseph and how his example can guide us in our vocation as Christian men. Through talks, prayer, and personal reflection, we will consider how St Joseph’s faith, humility, courage, purity, and fidelity can be lived out concretely in our daily lives. Come and be encouraged by the example of the patron of the Universal Church, deepen your relationship with Christ, and discover practical ways to grow in holiness through the quiet strength and faithful witness of St Joseph.

Evening Encounter – What to expect:

Come pray with us! Guided by the friars and nuns, we will meditate together on the glorious mysteries of the rosary, digging into different passages of the Bible, the teachings of the Church, and meditations to understand how we can become better imitators of Christ—that is, better Christians.

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8:00 am | Mass at Charlestown Precinct

6:30 pm | Evening Encounter – Towards Eucharist28 at Charlestown Precinct

What to expect:

Join us for an evening centred on the Eucharist, the source and summit of the Christian life. Sr Susanna will offer a talk on the importance of the Eucharist and the many graces that flow from a deeper love for Our Lord truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Sr Luz and Sr Claire will also share about the upcoming Eucharistic Congress and the opportunities it offers for renewal, prayer, and witness in the life of the Church.

The evening will conclude with Eucharistic Adoration, providing a sacred opportunity to spend time in silence before the Lord, to bring our prayers and intentions to Him, and to deepen our relationship with Christ in His Real Presence. All are warmly welcome to come and encounter the love of Jesus in the Eucharist.

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Afternoon | Bishop’s Student Leaders’ Retreat (closed event)

Morning | Bishop’s Student Leaders’ Retreat (closed event)
6:00 pm | Mass, Close of Parish Mission and Farewell at Charlestown Precinct