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 11th ~ 16th Oct 2026 Sat 10th Oct 06.30pm Confession 5.30pm until 6.00pm Holy Souls FIRST MASS OF SUNDAY Sun 11th Oct 09.30am Sean O'Rourke RIP TWENTY-EIGHTH SUNDAY DAY OF PRAYER FOR  PRISONERS AND THEIR FAMILIES 11.15am Gerard Murphy RIP Emma Tournour & Justina Jeyarajah in Thanksgiving 5.30pm People of The Parish Tue 13th Oct 07.30pm Discovering the Catholic Faith: THE BIBLE IN CHURCH HALL-ALL WELCOME Wed 14th Oct 10.00am Deceased worshippers from St Matthias Wellbeing of Ben McCarthy Feria Thur 15th Oct 10.00am Colin Humphrey RIP Followed by Teas and Coffees in the Hall Saint Teresa of Jesus [of Ávila] Fri 16th Oct 10.00am William & Julia- Mary Reeves RIP Adoration until 11am Feria Mass intentions and Events 18th October 2026 Sat 17th Oct 06.30pm Confession 5.30pm until 6.00pm Francis McCloughlin RIP (1S Anniversary) FIRST MASS OF SUNDAY Sun 18th Oct 09.30am James Malone and the Malone Family TWENTY- NINTH SUNDAY WORLD MISSION DAY DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE EVANGELIZ- ATION OF THE WORLD: 11.15am Declan McKenna (Birthday) In thanksgiving for from the Noronha - Vembrini family 5.30pm People of The Parish THIS WEEK'S YOUTUBE VIDEO: WHY DO CATHOLICS BAPTISE INFANTS AND BABIES? Canon David Gibbons explains why the Church baptises infants and why the Lord Jesus himself affirms baptism as necessary for salvation. Youtube video NATIONAL MASS COUNT This is the last Sunday we will be counting the number of worshippers at all Saturday Evening and Sunday Masses. SCHEDULED WORKS IN THE PARISH Looking ahead during October, we have the following works scheduled: 1. External grounds landscaping over four days commencing Tuesday 20 October 2026. 2. Internal courtyard works likely to last 1-3 days with dates TBC, but hoping they occur from Tuesday 27 October 2026. In light of the above, we will close the swing gate to the front of the church in the closed position after the evening Mass on Sunday 18 October until 23:59 on Friday 23 October 2026. Mass intentions and Events 18th ~ 23rd Oct 2026 Sat 17th Oct 06.30pm Confession 5.30pm until 6.00pm Francis McCloughlin RIP (1st Anniversary) Gabriel Hume FIRST MASS OF SUNDAY Sun 18th Oct 09.30am James Malone and the Malone Family TWENTY- NINTH SUNDAY WORLD MISSION DAY DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE EVANGELIZ- ATION OF THE WORLD: 11.15am Declan McKenna (Birthday) In thanksgiving for from the Noronha - Vembrini family 5.30pm People of The Parish Wed 21st Oct 10.00am Ellen Sims and her deceased relatives Billy Long RIP Saint Margaret Clitherow,  Martyr, Thur 22nd Oct 10.00am Marykutty Kuruvila Thuruthoor RIP Saint John Paul II, Pope, Fri 23rd Oct 10.00am Holy Souls Feria Mass intentions and Events 25th October 2026 Sat 24th Oct 06.30pm Confession 5.30pm until 6.00pm People of The Parish FIRST MASS OF SUNDAY Sun 25th Oct 09.30am Philippe Michailidis RIP Cameron Waldek- Cooks RIP THIRTIETH SUNDAY   11.15am Yogammah Marriampillai (Anniversary) RIP Antonio Afonso, Maria Gongalves, Joao Damas, Rosa Damas, Rosa Branco, Artur Branco. 5.30pm Anna Borowiec RIP THIS WEEK'S YOUTUBE VIDEO: WHY ARE CATHOLIC PRIESTS CELIBATE? Fr Mark Wharton reflects on the gift and sacrifice of priestly celibacy - and what it means to share in the Cross of Christ. Youtube video YOUR UNDERSTANDING, SUPPORT AND COOPERATION PLEASE. As announced at all Masses recently, we sadly discovered discarded Hosts under the benches. As a result, each one of us is requested to receive and consume Holy Communion in front of th Minister before they move away. We ask parents to be aware as well. Thank you for your words of sympathy and encouragement on this matter. Bishop Gerard Bradley will be writing to us about this matter. 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. YOUNG PEOPLE'S CHOIR Young people and their families are invited to join the Young People's Choir on the first Sunday of the month (from 9am in the gallery) to sing and play music at the 9.30am Mass. ENCYCLICAL LETTER MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS OF HIS HOLINESS POPE LEO XIV ON SAFEGUARDING THE HUMAN PERSON IN THE TIME OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 61. In this sense, we can say that the whole is "greater than the sum of its parts" and that, for this very reason, " the mere sum of individual interests is not capable of generating a better world for the whole human family." Indeed, it is an illusion to think that simply pursuing one's own progress without caring for others is sufficient for contributing to the good of all. This view ignores the inherent and specific value of the common good, which is the result of an "interdependence" that creates a network of social good that expands and has an impact on people. The common good is a "plus," the result of interaction and mutual influence that connects various actions, initiatives, efforts and decisions. If we were to add up the individual goods, we could not explain the existence of this "plus" that transcends them and, at the same time, enriches them. SAINT MATTHIAS 11 TO 14 YEAR OLDS, ASSEMBLE!! St Matthias youth group has launched successfully. It is a place to chill with your friends,  make new ones, have some food, play  some games and grow in your faith in Jesus. Meet from 6.30 to 8pm on Wednesdays  in the church hall. Parents, for more info, contact Isabel at wpyouth@rcaos.org.uk or just come along. See you there! CONFIRMATION To all young adults (from Y9) that wish to prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation please note there will be an introductory meeting for candidates and parents on Thursday 22nd October at 7.00pm in the Church. Application forms are available to be picked up personally before the meeting by the young person from Father Sean in the Sacristy after any Saturday Evening or Sunday Mass. SCHEDULED WORKS IN THE PARISH Looking ahead during October, we have the following works scheduled: 1. External grounds landscaping over four days commencing Tuesday 20 October 2026. 2. Internal courtyard works likely to last 1-3 days with dates TBC, but hoping they occur from Tuesday 27 October 2026. In light of the above, we will close the swing gate to the front of the church in the closed position after the evening Mass on Sunday 18 October until 23:59 on Friday 23 October 2026. SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER - TODAY IS WORLD MISSION SUNDAY Today, parishes worldwide celebrate World Mission Sunday. By supporting Missio - the Pope's charity for world mission - we stand united as God's global family, in prayer, solidarity and action. The Holy Father has chosen the theme 'One in Christ, united in mission' to celebrate 100 years of World Mission Sunday and encourages us to unite with missionaries as they strive to reach out with God's love to communities in need. Please pray for the work of mission and give what you can to this vital collection. To donate, use the Missio envelope,  call 020 7821 9755 (office hours) or visit https://missio.org.uk/  to give a gift, set up a Direct Debit and Gift Aid your donation if possible. CHRISTMAS FAIR The Rainbows, Brownies & Guides are holding their Christmas Fair on Saturday 7* November. They welcome: any unwanted gifts, toiletries, jewellery, toys, books, preserves, chocolate and raffle prizes. They are not able to accept electrical items or furniture. There is a box in the porch for your donations. Thank you. 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