Dear brothers and sisters, in our continuing series of catechesis on the Second Vatican Council’s Constitution on the liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium, we reflect today on the liturgical year and its relevance for the faithful. The liturgical year is not a static representation of past events, but an encounter with Christ himself, who desires to immerse his people in the mysteries of the history of salvation. The day on which Christ rose from the dead is the core of the liturgical year, and foreshadows Christ’s second coming, when we will all rise again. For this reason, it is essential for the faithful to sanctify the Lord’s Day by gathering to celebrate the Eucharist. May our active participation and steadfast witness help us to enter ever more deeply into the reality of belonging to Christ, and may we anticipate with hope his coming in glory.
If you would like to join it is only £5 a month which needs to be paid at the beginning of every month. The more members we have, the bigger the prize and more money going back into our church. Unclaimed 200 Club Winnings : K. Brown, C. Holland and I Dilkes. Please pick up Winnings from the sacristy.
We have members of our parish travelling to Lourdes with the Salford Diocese this week. They will be lighting candles for our Parish. We wish our Parishioners a Blessed safe journey to Our Lady.
The mission of Christ and the Holy Spirit is brought to completion in the Church, which is the Body of Christ and the Temple of the Holy Spirit. This joint mission henceforth brings Christ's faithful to share in his communion with the Father in the Holy Spirit. The Spirit prepares men and goes out to them with his grace, in order to draw them to Christ. The Spirit manifests the risen Lord to them, recalls his word to them and opens their minds to the understanding of his Death and Resurrection. He makes present the mystery of Christ, supremely in the Eucharist, in order to reconcile them, to bring them into communion with God, that they may "bear much fruit." Thus the Church's mission is not an addition to that of Christ and the Holy Spirit, but is its sacrament: in her whole being and in all her members, the Church is sent to announce, bear witness, make present, and spread the mystery of the communion of the Holy Trinity
“Solid as a rock” is something we say about people we can trust and rely on: it’s an image which figures in our readings this Sunday: we are invited to consider where we are going to build our lives. What are the “props and supports” that will hold us up in times of difficulty and trouble? The Biblical texts teach us quite clearly that in the midst of a changing and sometimes unpredictable world, and even when we are let down by other people, there is something that we can always rely on – God. But relying on God does not always come easily – as Saint Paul reminds us, it springs from faith. Anyone who has faith can lean on God. We should “take courage”, and “hope in the Lord.” ., please visit the diocesan website: https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/ online-readings-for-lent/
Please join us for Tea and Coffee served every Sunday after 9:30 Mass.
There is a questionnaire at the entrance of the Church from the Parish Social Committee, to help us better understand the needs, interests, and aspirations of our parish community. Your feedback will contribute to strengthening our sense of community and helping us plan activities and initiatives that bring us together. We warmly encourage everyone to take a few moments to complete the questionnaire. Your participation and valuable input are greatly appreciated.
We welcome Fr Ebuka the new parish priest who is also a member of the Missionary Society of St. Paul Fr has worked in Britain for 8 years, the last 5 as parish priest of the Churches of Llanfairfechan, Llanrwst and Llandudno Junction.
Prayer Group Meeting is on the last Friday of the month 7-8:30pm in The Presbytery and our theme shall be pilgrimage and renewal. Please ring Pat Greenall for details 07599355924.
The next Bereavement Group Meeting please contact Pat Greenall on 07599355924
The next Bereavement Group Meeting will take place on Tuesday August 11th in St Joseph’s Presbytery, 7-8:30pm. We have a therapist coming to do free facials. All welcome. Please let us know if you’re coming so I can let her know numbers . Pat Greenall 07599355924.
We have members of our parish travelling to Lourdes with the Salford Diocese this week. They will be lighting candles for our Parish. We wish our Parishioners a Blessed safe journey to Our Lady.
Please join us for Tea and Coffee served every Sunday after 9:30 Mass.
If your child is in Yr3 from September 2026 or above and you have not received the form from school all application forms are now available at the side entrance. Children who need to be baptised: Emails have been sent to parents of children who are yet to be baptised before starting the FHC programme . You MUST attend the meeting at 7pm on Wednesday 9th September in the meeting room, in the Priests house. The first meeting for all parents whose children are starting the programme will be on Wednesday 16th September at 7pm in the meeting room. You must attend this meeting.
Congratulations to all our young people who were Confirmed by Bishop John on Wednesday evening 21 Young Adults from our Parish and their families. Thank you to all Catechists and helpers. May the Holy Spirit guide you in your future.
Pope Leo XIV's
Monthly Prayer Intention
AUGUST 2026
FOR EVANGELISATION IN THE CITY:
Let us pray that in large cities, often marked by anonymity and loneliness, we find new ways to proclaim the Gospel, discovering creative paths to build community.