Parish Pastoral Council
The Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) advises our priest in the running of the church
Get involved
When you come through the doors our church, we aim to provide a warm welcome, whether you are a regular member, visiting us or just interested in learning more. There’s so much going on in St Boniface, whatever your age or interest. From our long-standing Parent and Toddler Group, social committee, to the active UCM, we boast a wealth of social and faith-based activities.
Our liturgy
There are many ways for you to get involved with our worship at St Boniface. Here are some ideas.
Children’s prayer
First Communion
The First Communion programme in the parish runs each year and is open to children in Year 3 during the current school year (aged 7/8).
At the end of the programme, children make their First Communion with their friends and family, as well as the parish family, in a joyful celebration which welcomes them more [...]
Young people
Frogz and Youth Group
Frogs is the new group for children aged aged 8-10. It meets in the hall twice a month. There is a modest session charge to cover running expenses.
The Youth Group for people aged 11-13 (years 7 and also meets twice a month.
For more information about when and where, contact the parish [...]
Union of Catholic Mothers (UCM)
The St. Boniface UCM welcomes all women in the parish who wish to belong to an established group of around 30 ladies, of all ages, married and unmarried, who enjoy life both within the parish family and socially in a variety of activities.
Our programme is planned each term to enhance our spiritual growth, along with [...]
Social activities
Refreshments
Refreshments are served in the Hall after the 10.30am Mass every Sunday, after the 10am Mass on Fridays and after the 8.30am Mass on the last Sunday of the month.
Ramblers
The St Boniface Ramblers walk regularly, mostly in the beautiful area of the New Forest National Park, just a few miles from the church.
Walks usually involve [...]
Hand in Hand – Our charity 2006 – 08
Every year in Shirley parish, we support a large charitable project for twelve months.
Hand in Hand was our project for 2006 – 08. We raised £17,633!
Hand in Hand cares for young children in extremely poor families up to age 6, in Peru, whose mothers have to work to raise a basic income. The children cannot [...]