Welcome to the internet home of St Michael's, Sonning Common. If you are new to the parish please fill in a New Parishioner Card which can be found on the table at the back of the church (or download a copy here) and bring it to church with you. The same card can be used by existing parishioners to let us know if your contact details change.
The parish produces a special card twice a year at Easter and Christmas which is distributed to all parishioners who have supplied us with their contact details. These cards inform the parishoners of the events taking place during these two important times of the church calendar and there are always spare copies at the back of the church if you need one. Just help yourself.
Masses
At each of our weekend masses you will be greeted by members of the welcoming team who will be happy to assist you and provide any further information you might need.
Saturday 5.30pm
Sunday 9.00am and 10.30am
For the children in the parish
Younger children (pre first holy communion) are invited to go into the Presbytery at the beginning of 10.30am mass for their own Liturgy where they do activities which are linked to the theme of the mass. Parents are welcome to accompany them should they wish to. They re-join the service in the church after the homily.
We also encourage all children who play musical instruments to join our orchestra which plays at the 10.30am mass generally once a month. Music is provided before hand for them to practice at home.
Non Catholics
Visitors, relatives and spouses of our parishoners who are not Catholic are always welcome at all our masses/functions (including social events, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, Christmas, Easter and Baptisms). During mass non-Catholics may like to receive a blessing and the parish priest will bless you at communion if you approach with your arms crossed across your chest and bow your head.
Weekday Masses
Usually at 9.00am but are subject to alteration and are printed in the weekly newsletter
Once you know what is happening in the parish, you may want to become more involved with the parish ministries or groups. Please speak to one of the clergy, a member of the Pastoral Council or an organiser.
