Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Church
Catlow Hall Street, Oswaldtwistle
Lancashire
BB5 3EZ
Parish Priest: Rev. Fr. S D O'Brien
Parish Administrator: Ciara Kelly
Tel: 01254-232433
Email: stmarysoswaldtwistle@dioceseofsalford.org.uk
Sunday 20th July 2025
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Masses & Liturgies for the following week ...
5pm – 5:45pm Adoration of Blessed Sacrament
Due to unforeseen circumstances there will be no 6pm Mass this evening
Saturday 19th July
9am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
10am Votive Mass of Our Lady
"No matter how sinful one may have been, if he has devotion to Mary, it is impossible that he be lost." - St. Hilary of Poitiers
6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
6:30pm Vigil Mass for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 20th July
9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
10am Mass for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Tuesday 22nd July
5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
6pm Mass, Saint Mary Magdalene (Feast)
St. Mary Magdalene was one of Christ's disciples, present at his death. On Easter morning she was the first to whom the risen Redeemer appeared.
Wednesday 23rd July
9:15am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
10am Mass, Saint Bridget of Sweden, Patron of Europe (Feast)
St. Bridget was born in Sweden in 1303 A.D. After the death of her husband (with whom she had eight children) she founded the Bridgettine Order. She wrote works describing the mystical experiences she had on a penitential pilgrimage to the Holy Land. She died in Rome in 1373 A.D.
Thursday 24th July
9:15am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
10am Weekday Mass (Feria)
Friday 25th July
5pm – 5:45pm Adoration of Blessed Sacrament
6pm Mass, Saint James, Apostle (Feast)
St. James was born at Bethsaida, son of Zebedee and brother of John; he was killed by Herod in Jerusalem in about 42 A.D and is especially venerated at Compostella in Spain
Saturday 26th July
9am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
10am Mass, Saints Joachim & Anne, Parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Memoria)
Ss. Joachim & Anne are the names traditionally given to the parents of Our Lady, grandparents of Jesus.
6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
6:30pm Vigil Mass for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday 27th July
9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
10am Mass for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sanctuary Lamp
This week (19th July – 25th July), the Sanctuary Lamp is for Linda Usbourne.
Our Lady's Lamp
This week (19th July – 25th July), Our Lady's Lamp is for Linda Usbourne.
Last Week's Offertory Collection
£636.04. Thank you for your kind generosity.
Welcome
12 Families say Thank you!
Out of 12 couples who came to the Retrouvaille programme in London, two couples have turned away from divorce! Others said they had rediscovered hope for their marriages. It was a small group for us and the suffering was quite acute. However, there was so much happiness and relief at the end of this weekend. Your prayers and support in newsletters and information boards made this possible. Here is attendee feedback to the following question:
Would you recommend the Retrouvaille programme to other couples?
"Yes - God does not make junk! We are all worthy to be love and be loved in our marriage"
"Absolutely. We came here very unsure, apprehensive. We leave determined and hopeful for our future together"
Thank you again for all your support on behalf of the Retrouvaille team. Our next weekend commences from 17th October
Sharon and James Westby - National Coordinators Retrouvaille England and Wales
Parishioners who are using last years blue envelopes for Gift Aid are kindly asked to contact Parish Secretary Ciara at stmarysoswaldtwistle@dioceseofsalford.org.uk. This will help us ensure our records are up to date and your contributions are correctly accounted for. Thank you for your continued support.
Parishioners Eric and Berni will be making a pilgrimage to Lourdes. If you would like them to light a candle for your prayer intention at the Grotto, please place your intention and donation in an envelope and put in the baskets at the back of church by Tuesday 22nd July. If you would like a video of the candle being lit, kindly include your telephone number along with your intention in the envelope. Let us unite in prayer as they journey to this holy place.
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's Jubilee of Jubilees series continues this month as we celebrate the Jubilee for Grandparents and Older People by sharing a fantastic resource from our diocesan charity, Caritas Salford. For resources, activity ideas, prayers, key contacts, and more, head to https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/jubilee-2025/calendar/
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.
Certificate in Catholic Pastoral Leadership
Are you involved in any form of ministry in the Church? Are you interested in doing more or would like to expand your skills in pastoral leadership? Liverpool Hope University has partnered with several Catholic dioceses, including the Diocese of Salford, to help people gain fresh perspectives on Scripture and Church teaching. You can follow the two-year course online and also opt to take this course as a postgraduate certificate. To find out more, please email m.mui@rcaol.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/