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Thank you all for participating in the survey last weekend – it was very helpful to have all your input! For your information, here is a summary of the result: The Parish Team will take these results into consideration in … Continue reading →

Dear Parishioners, I imagine most of us are familiar with the story of Pinocchio and his lie-detector nose, which grows each time he tells a lie. More than just a story of adventure, it represents one wooden marionette’s process of … Continue reading →

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, I am very pleased to share with you this Pastoral Letter, prepared by the Bishops of England and Wales for use in churches on 23 May 2021, Pentecost Sunday: The Solemnity of Pentecost reminds … Continue reading →

Dear Parishioners, As we gather here today in the Lord’s name, we are doing exactly what Jesus told his disciples to do: “Wait in prayer for the coming of the Holy Spirit”.  Last Thursday, we celebrated the Feast of the … Continue reading →

The new toilet is finally finished and ready for use! We are truly grateful to all who have contributed so far. If you would like to support this project and haven’t done so, you can still make a contribution in … Continue reading →

Dear Parishioners, In today’s second reading (1 John 4:7-10) and John’s Gospel (15:9-17), there are 20 references of the word ‘LOVE’. The message of Love is repeated again and again: ‘God is Love’; ‘Let us love one another since love … Continue reading →

If you are interested in getting the Catholic Universe papers delivered direct to your home every week POST FREE (it’s quick and simple!) just go to http://www.thecatholicuniverse.com or call 0161 820 5722 and it would be possible to arrange delivery for … Continue reading →

Lighting up the world in prayer: 13th-23rd May 2021 This is a global prayer movement that invites Christians around the world to pray, from Ascension to Pentecost, for more people to come to know Jesus and helps us reflect more … Continue reading →

5th Sunday of Easter A couple of years ago, I tried my hand at a bit of gardening and trimmed the overgrown Virginia creeper in our garden. In my ignorance, I unknowingly cut one of the main branches close to … Continue reading →

Please pray for the 40 children who will be receiving their First Holy Communion on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 8th & 9th May. The children (and parents!) have been diligently preparing for this since November and were supposed to have … Continue reading →