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Takashi Nagai Exhibition
From atheist to Catholic, a doctor, scientist and pioneer of radiology and a survivor of the atomic bomb! An exhibition about the life of Takashi Nagai has been traveling through Europe for several years and in September it will be in Leiden. It will begin with an...
Reflections from Outgoing Coordinator for Church Cleaning
Sebastian and Klara Sebastian and his Goddaughter celebrating their birthdays at church cleaning in 2024 On 14 September we will kick off the new pastoral year with our annual "Meet the Parish" event. As we are welcoming newcomers, it is also nice to listen to the...
9/11 Memorial Ceremony
Women’s Retreat in The Hague 3-5 October
The Emmaus OLV Amsterdam is organizing a retreat for women in The Hague in English from 3-5 October. A similar initiative for men is planned for 2026. You can find more information or sign up to participate on their website by clicking here or by scanning the QR code...
Organ Concert on Friday August 22 at COS
To celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the Independence of Uruguay, a world renowned Uruguayan organist, Ms. Cristina García Banegas, will hold a special organ concert in our church on Friday August 22 from 18.00 - 19.00. Ms. Banegas, who is a virtuoso member...
Altar Flower Dedication for Sunday 6 July 2025
Today’s flowers are offered by Cheryl Carr: In loving memory of John Carr on the 20th anniversary of his death. I remember a kind man and loving husband who is missed, yet with me always. Rest in eternal peace. If you would like to sponsor the altar flowers as a...
End of the Pastoral Year on 15 June
To mark the end of the Pastoral Year, there will be a Parish BBQ after the morning Mass and Wine & Cheese Reception after the evening Mass. On this day, we also celebrate Trinity Sunday, Father's Day, and World Children's Day.
Manchester Chamber Choir at COS
Congratulations to our Confirmation Class of 2025
On Ascension Thursday, 29 May 2025, Msgr. Jan Thomas Limchua (Charge d'affairs, Apostalic Nunciature) visited our parish to confirm our 2025 Confirmation candidates. Over 30 teenagers made the important spiritual decision to receive the Holy Spirit in the sacrament of...
Congratulations to our First Holy Communion Children
On Sunday, 25 May, we had the great joy of celebrating the First Holy Communion of 83 children in our parish. What a good-looking group! Congratulations to all our communicants!









