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Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Church
Catlow Hall Street, Oswaldtwistle
Lancashire
BB5 3EZ
Parish Priest: Rev. Fr. S D O'Brien
Tel: 01254-232433
Sunday 6th July 2025
14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Masses & Liturgies for the following weeks ...
Saturday 5th July
6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
6:30pm Vigil Mass for 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 6th July
9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
10am Mass for 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday 7th July
7pm Fr Adam Bambers First Mass
Followed by refreshments - All are invited and welcome.
Tuesday 8th July
5pm – 5:45pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
5:45pm Weekday Mass (Feria)
Wednesday 9th July
9:15am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
10am Weekday Mass (Feria)
7pm Parish Bible Study
Thursday 10th July
9:15am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
10am Weekday Mass (Feria)
Friday 11th July
5pm – 5:45pm Adoration of Blessed Sacrament
6pm Mass, Saint Benedict, Abbot, Patron of Europe (Feast)
St. Benedict: The "Father of Western Monasticism". Born at Norcia in 480A.D, he gathered followers at Subiaco before moving south to Monte Cassino in 529A.D. Here he founded his most famous monastery, and composed his Rule, still the indispensable guide of the Benedictine Order. He died in 547 A.D.
Saturday 12th July
9am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
10am Votive Mass of Our Lady
"Let us live as the Blessed Virgin lived: loving God only, desiring God only, trying to please God only in all that we do." - St John Vianney
6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
6:30pm Vigil Mass for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 13th July
9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
10am Mass for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Fr. Adam's First Mass at St Mary's.
Everyone is welcome to come on Monday 7th July as our brand new priest - Fr. Adam Bamber - will celebrate his first Mass at St. Mary's. This is truly a blessing for us as a parish. Over the last 7 years we have accompanied, supported and prayed for Adam on the journey towards priesthood. It is fitting then and a grace filled moment that we are able to be present when he offers up the sacrifice of the Mass for us. Mass will begin at 7pm followed by refreshments - All are invited and welcome.
Sanctuary Lamp
This week (5th July- 11th July), the Sanctuary Lamp is for Adam's Ordination.
Our Lady's Lamp
This week (5th July- 11th July), Our Lady's Lamp is for Adam's Ordination.
Last Week's Offertory Collection
£585.12. Thank you for your kind generosity.
Deacon Adam's Ordination to the Priesthood
For those parishioners travelling to Adam's ordination at Shrewsbury Cathedral on Saturday 5th July, please ensure you arrive to Church no later than 8:15am to allow time for seating and preparations for departure by 8:30am. If you have any questions or require assistance on the day, please contact parish secretary Ciara on 07719063876 or via email at Ciara.kelly@dioceseofsalford.org.uk. We look forward to sharing this special occasion with you.
Parish Bible Study – The Book of Revelation
The next session is Wednesday 9th July from 7pm – 8pm. All are welcome. All you need is a Bible and an openness to come to know Our Lord better. Come and join us.
Prayer Cards
Last Friday, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart, all three parish primary schools - Sacred Heart, St. Mary's, St Oswald's - came to the parish Mass to celebrate this wonderful feast. Fr. O'Brien reminded the children that the love which radiates from Jesus' heart is for us all, and this is the good news that the world needs to hear. The children produced prayer cards which are available at the back of church for everyone to take home.
Congratulations -First Holy Communion
Congratulations to Oliver who have received Our Lord in Holy Communion for the first time last weekend. As always, it's been a joy, as his parish priest, to accompany him and the family on this part of Oliver's faith journey. Let's pray for all our young people that they will always appreciate the Sacraments of Confession and the Holy Eucharist which lead them uniquely and personally to Jesus Christ, Our Lord, who is the Way, the Truth and the Life. For more information regarding catechism and preparation for the sacraments please contact Father O'Brien at the end of a weekend Mass. stmarysoswaldtwistle@dioceseofsalford.org.uk
Summer Retreats at Boarbank Hall
The Canonesses of St Augustine, based at Boarbank Hall near Grange-over-Sands, has shared details of two retreats this summer. Join them from 26 July - 2 August for a retreat exploring more about the spirituality of our new Augustinian pope, Leo XIV, or perhaps join them between 18-22 August for an opportunity to read and reflect on the spiritual writings of St Augustine. To find out more about these retreats and other opportunities at Boarbank Hall, please visit http://www.boarbankhall.org.uk
Pilgrimage to Walsingham in Prayer for the Sanctity of Life
Catholics around the country will be heading to Walsingham this August to pray and reflect on the sanctity of life. Bishop John Keenan, Bishop of Paisley, will lead the pilgrimage on Saturday 2nd August, which begins with 12 noon Mass in the Chapel of Reconciliation. For more information please visit https://prolifepilgrimage.org/
Fancy a Walk?
Our diocesan charity Caritas Diocese of Salford invites you to take part in a leisurely 7-mile walk for adults (18+) to raise money for people experiencing poverty, homelessness, and disadvantage in our diocese. The walk takes place on Saturday 13 September and takes in the beautiful sights of the Tolkien Trail in the Ribble Valley. Find out more at www.caritassalford.org.uk/lancswalk
Family Forest Fun Mornings
Gather the family together to celebrate God's creation with Family Forest Fun Mornings at the Diocese of Salford's Laudato Si' Centre. Taking place between 10am-12.30pm over the first three Tuesdays of August, these sessions are packed with a range of activities that teach us more about the wonder of creation. Find out more and register at https://laudatosicentre.org.uk/events/family-forest-fun-mornings/
Silent Retreat
Join the Diocese of Salford's Laudato Si' Centre between 9.30am - 3.30pm on Friday 1 August for a prayerful silent retreat. Begin the day with a tour of Wardley Hall and the Laudato Si' Centre before spending time in silent prayer, reflection, and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. The day ends with Outdoor Mass and a final opportunity for reflection. Email laudatosi@dioceseofsalford.org.uk to find out more and register.
WeBelieve – Festival of Catholic Life
Celebrate the Jubilee at WeBelieve, a festival of Catholic Life gathering the Church to share the hope that we have in Christ. From 25th-28th July, join us for four days of music, keynotes, conversation & worship at St Mary's College, Oscott, Birmingham. Featuring Dr Gianna Emanuela Molla (daughter of St Gianna Molla), Fr Paul Murray, Msgr Michael Nazir-Ali, AnMari, The Southwell Consort, Fr Toby Lees & many more. Early Bird Tickets available now at www.webelievefestival.com
Salford Lourdes Pre-Departure Mass
The Diocese of Salford Lourdes Pilgrimage Team invites you to join them for this year's Pre-Departure Mass. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop John, along with clergy from the diocese, with music for our wonderful Lourdes choir. Whether you're travelling with us to Lourdes or are looking to accompany us in prayer at home, you're most welcome to join us at 5.30pm on Sunday 27 July at St Patrick's, Collyhurst.
The Diocese of Salford Lourdes Pilgrimage Team invites you to join them for this year's Pre-Departure Mass. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop John, along with clergy from the diocese, with music for our wonderful Lourdes choir. Whether you're travelling with us to Lourdes or are looking to accompany us in prayer at home, you're most welcome to join us at 5.30pm on Sunday 27 July at St Patrick's, Collyhurst.
Jubilee for Children and Families
This month, we join Catholics around the world in celebrating the Jubilee for Children and Families. As we come together in this Holy Year, we invite you to pray for all families in our diocese. May we look to the love of the Holy Family to guide us in our vocation to family life; praying for the grace to love with peace, gentleness, and hope in the face of all our challenges.
This month, we join Catholics around the world in celebrating the Jubilee for Children and Families. As we come together in this Holy Year, we invite you to pray for all families in our diocese. May we look to the love of the Holy Family to guide us in our vocation to family life; praying for the grace to love with peace, gentleness, and hope in the face of all our challenges.