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Fr Alexander Sherbrooke | Parish Priest
I was born in Dorset in 1957 where my family have always lived. After University in Edinburgh I studied for the Priesthood in Rome and after ordination served as curate, prison chaplain in Feltham. From there I went to be chaplain in St. Charles 6th Form College, then as a Parish Priest to St Margaret's in Twickenham before coming to St. Patrick's in October 2001. I believe that St Patrick's is full of challenges, most of all evangelisation and outreach to the poor. I am grateful for the sacrifices and prayers over the last 200 years of Parish history but also believe that a new chapter, which is both faithful to the past and which meets the challenges of the future, is upon us. I ask all of you very much who visit this site to keep the Parish in your prayers asking that God will continue to bless it. You can reach me on 020 7437 2010 or email me.
Colin Lewin | Parish Accountant
Breda McKinney | Musical Director
I began my musical training in Belfast studying oboe and cor anglais in addition to voice. I studied music at the University of Ulster and subsequently continued my vocal training in London with Heidi Peglar, Marjorie Thomas (Royal Academy of Music) and currently, Eileen Price (Guildhall College of Music) while also teaching music myself. In November 2004 I completed a Masters degree on traditional Irish songs.
My participation in, and contribution to music liturgy began at the age of twelve, and I have been a member of a number of church choirs and folk-groups. As a founder member of the Irish liturgical music group Solas I contributed to three of their CD recordings plus the promotion of these recordings and Solas music in Ireland and the USA. In 2000 I was one of three Sopranos to perform the world premiere of Jo Estorninho’s commissioned work, Stations of Love, a series of fourteen songs based on the Stations of the Cross. I took up the post as Director of Music at St Patrick’s in June 2004. I am also a Cantor at Westminster Cathedral.
In addition to music liturgy I also regularly perform as a soloist in recitals, concerts and occasionally opera.
You can find out more on my website at bredamckinney.co.uk.
Edna Ribeiro Dos Santos | SPES Co-ordinator
edna@stpatricksoho.org
Please contact me on 020 7434 9965 or email me at the above address.
I am from Sao Paulo in Brazil, where I worked as a teacher. I have been in London for 7 years now and became a Catholic 5 years ago. St Patrick’s was very much part of my conversion. It is very interesting when we say Christ is the Head of the Church and we are the body, that’s how I felt when I came into this Parish for the first time. We have many different communities (Brazilians, Spanish, Chinese as well as English) and many outreach activities here. One body with different nations, it is really amazing the unity and the joy of the Church. Last year I felt God was calling me to join SPES (St Patrick’s School of Evangelisation). For me it was a year filled with challenge, growth, joy, prayer, experience with the poor, evangelization, in and out of the church, and friendship. It was a great time and after completing SPES, sharing my thoughts with Fr Alexander, he asked to help co-ordinate the parish outreach (Open House, SOS prayer line, street evangelization with the students, Cenacolo…) as a volunteer. After working with the outreach activities last year in 2009/2010 I will be helping to co-ordinate SPES.
Vincent Gardiner | SPES Co-ordinator
vincent@stpatricksoho.org
Please contact me on 020 7434 9965 or email me.
I come from Rutland, and after reading History at the University of Durham, I came to St Patrick’s Evangelisation School, hoping the Lord would root himself at the heart of my life. This He did, and more – my year in SPES, 2006-7 changed my life. So after further study at the Royal English College, Spain, and working in insurance, I am delighted to be back at St Patrick’s to be part of the journey that this year’s students will make.
Hannah Bannister | Parish Secretary and PA to Fr Alexander
hannah.bannister@stpatricksoho.org
Born in Cyprus and rooted in Suffolk I come from an army family and spent my school days at boarding school. I graduated from Royal Holloway, University of London in 2007 with a degree in music (BMus Hons) before joining St Patrick’s. I am part of the parish team, working and supporting behind the scenes on the many and varied aspects of parish life including keeping Fr Alexander organised! You can normally find me in the parish office, singing along to the radio…
Monica O'Shea | Communications & Development Officer
............................The Fundraising Office
monica.oshea@stpatricksoho.org
I hail from the slightly warmer climate of Melbourne, Australia and have been working here at St Patrick’s on the Appeal and the building project since April of 2008. I am the eldest of five and have lived all over the east coast of Australia. I have worked in the past for the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family as well as the Communications Office for the Archdiocese of Melbourne. I love living in Europe and travelling to all the places I had only ever read about. I also love reading about the Church’s history in England and the strength with which the martyrs fought for the truth.
It’s has been a fascinating and challenging job but the kindness and generosity of so many who have given not only from their pockets but of their time has been a joy and has given much encouragement.
Lisa Simpson | Fundraising Manager
fundraising@stpatricksoho.org
Fr Francis Selman | Dean of Studies for SPES
Fr Matt Blake | Chaplain for SPES
Fr Francisco Umendia OAR | Chaplain to the Latin American Community
You can reach me via: 020 7820 1697
Fr Oswaldo de Araujo | Chaplain to the Brazilian Community
You can reach me via: underwoodroad@rcdow.org.uk
Also for more information on the Shalom community: http://www.shalomcommunity.info
Arnold Biernacki | House Keeper & Cook
Ambrose Sherbrooke | Parish Dog
Ambrose is the newest and most popular member of the parish team. He arrived as a 50th Birthday surprise for Fr. Alexander in December 2007 and is enjoying being part of this busy parish.
Volunteers in the Local Community...
These fantastic people are our hard working volunteers that are the backbone of the Parish. Sr. Elizabeth is with us every week and works tirelessly to keep the church’s money in order. Michael is always happy to roll up his sleeves and help with anything and Maria keeps the church clean and tidy. Alina and Betty work hard to keep the plants and flowers looking their best in the church while a huge network of people cooking and serving help whilst Christoph heads up Open House film club.
Diocese of Westminster
Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable People
Diocesan Team – for contact and advice:
Rev. Mgr. Canon H. Turner (Co-ordinator)
01582 712245 and 078 14 87 91 29
Mr Peter Turner (Advisor)
020 7798 9350
Our Parish Representative:
Henrietta Fudakowski
077 96 95 26 84
Childline: 0800 11 11
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