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A very warm welcome


Our Lady and St. Joseph's Heywood is a vibrant parish community which strives to live-out the gospel message in our day-to-day lives. Whether you are a visitor, or a new parishioner settling into  the parish, please do make an effort to introduce yourselves. We very much want our Church to be open and welcoming to all!


Our parish life is every bit as varied as our town with times of prayer and to meet together, parish groups involved in outreach and service of the poor at home and abroad, three great schools, and much much more. Do come and see; you will be very welcome!


May God bless you and all your loved ones!




LATEST PARISH NEWS

Our recent news and parish notices. Keep in touch with our most up-to-date news items

By Webmaster March 21, 2026
The diocesan Youth Team are delighted to share news of the Young Adults Hub, created especially for those aged 18–35 across the Diocese of Salford. The Hub offers a welcoming space for young adults to deepen their faith, build authentic friendships, and grow together through prayer, formation, and social gatherings. If you would like more information, please reach out to  Mikey hub.president@vol.dioceseofsalford.org.uk and Edward hub.chair@vol.dioceseofsalford.org.uk
By Webmaster March 21, 2026
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. Winners are on the Notice Boards. 200 Club January Winners : E.G. Flynn, Nora Horan, Hazel Sharrock& Graham Lynn. Winners Envelopes are available in Sacristy.  Unclaimed 200 Club Winnings : S. Lloyde, & M. Basford . Please pick up Winnings from the sacristy.
By Webmaster March 1, 2026
As many in the parish will know this group was established to support those who volunteer to work with assisted pilgrims during the Salford Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes each year. Currently the group consists of a small number of parishioners from Middleton, Heywood and other neighbouring parishes. We have planned a number of social events to raise funds to support this. Some of the social events that have been planned and we hope that you will be able to join us. Friday 13th March, St Patrick’s Night Social Event in St Peter’s Hall, Middleton. Friday 24th April Quiz Night in St Peter’s Hall, Middleton and Sunday 31st May Afternoon Tea in St Peter’s Hall, Middleton.  If there are any parishioners who are keen to join the group and become a volunteer then please email: lourdes.pilgrimage@dioceseofsalford.org.uk and mention the Middleton and Heywood Lourdes group.
By Webmaster December 23, 2025
Heywood SVP Foodbank: are looking for someone with good money management skills to act as their treasurer. Role involves processing donations and payments, keeping good digital records of transactions and occasional reporting. If you would like to volunteer, please contact 07396071193 or speak to Brian Doyle for more details
By Webmaster September 20, 2025
Our Jubilee of Jubilee series continues this August by following the journey of young adults of our diocese who travelled to Rome to celebrate the Jubilee of Youth. From radio broadcasts, to video reflections, and written articles, this month's resources invite you to journey with our young pilgrims as they learn more about discovering and sharing the hope of Christ throughout our pilgrimage of life. Begin reflecting with us today at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/jubilee-2025/calendar/
By Webmaster March 21, 2026
Coffee and Tea is served every Sunday after 9:30 Mass.
By Webmaster March 2, 2026
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.
By Webmaster February 28, 2026
Members of the parish finance council, the extra ordinary ministers of Communion, readers, the parish catechists are all invited to a parish introductory meeting with Fr Augustine the outgoing parish priest and Fr Ebuka the new parish priest on Monday the 2nd of March in the parish meeting room at 7pm.

PARISH & DIOCESE EVENTS

Our latest parish events. Keep in touch with our most up-to-date events.

By Webmaster March 21, 2026
MCCC would like to invite you to their monthly Mass. This takes place on the second Sunday of the month at 2PM and is held in Salford's temporary Cathedral on Great George Street, M3 6EH.
By Webmaster March 21, 2026
Each Tuesday during our Lenten period, a series of reflections will be given online by various speakers, exploring the meaning of our Lenten Gospels and their implications for our lives today. The series will continue on Tuesday 3 March with Sr Maureen Murphy reflecting on The Woman at the Well, and will close with Bishop John reflecting on the Palm Sunday readings. For more information on how to book your free place, please visit the diocesan website: https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/online-readings-forlent/
By Webmaster March 21, 2026
Following on from the success of last years pilgrimage to Lindisfarne, we are offering young people in Years 7, 8 and 9 another opportunity to go to Lindisfarne from Friday 22 May – Sunday 24 May 2026 . The cost is £120 which includes travel by coach and full board accommodation. We will be staying on the island at the SVP Camp. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact youth@dioceseofsalford.org.uk
By Webmaster March 1, 2026
The Bereavement Group have invited Russ Magnall, an inspirational speaker to talk on health and wellbeing on Tuesday, 3rd March at 7pm-8:30 in The Parish Meeting Room. Russ has some wonderful stories to tell from his life experience as a Police Commander, mentor and wellbeing coach. All parishioners are welcome; it should be an entertaining night. Please ring Pat Greenall for any queries 07599355924.
By Webmaster March 21, 2026
Junior Choir: There will be Junior Choir practice in the parish meeting room on Monday the 23rd of March at 3.40pm. The Extra Ordinary Ministers of the Holy Eucharistic will be having a prayer meeting on Tuesday 24th March at 7pm for all members in the Church. Our Lady and St Joseph Prayer Group meets on Friday 27th April 7-8:30pm in the parish meeting room. All are welcome.
By Webmaster March 21, 2026
Coffee and Tea is served every Sunday after 9:30 Mass.
By Webmaster March 2, 2026
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.
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