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Friday, 14 February 2025

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Sunday 16th February 2025

Sunday 16th February 2025

 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

 

 

Masses & Liturgies for the coming week...

 

Friday 14th February

5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

 6pm Mass, Saints Cyril & Methodius, Bishops, Patrons of Europe (Feast)

With Blessing of those in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony (see below for details)

Ss Cyril and Methodius were brothers and missionaries, who carried the Gospel into the Slavonic countries. They translated the liturgical books into the Slavonic language (inventing a new script, Cyrillic, to do do). Cyril died in 869 A.D, Methodius in 885 A.D.

 

Saturday 15th February

9am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Sacrament of Confession

10am Votive Mass of Our Lady, (Celebrated in Lady Chapel)

6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World

6:30pm Vigil Mass of The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

 

Sunday 16th February

9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World

10am Mass of The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

 

Tuesday 18th February

3pm Funeral Service for Susan Dawson RIP at Accrington Crematorium

5pm – 5:50pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

6pm Weekday Mass (Feria)

 

Wednesday 19th February

9:15am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 

10am Weekday Mass (Feria)

7pm Parish Bible Study (See below for details)   

 

Thursday 20th February

9:15am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 

10am Weekday Mass (Feria)

 

Friday 21st February

5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

 6pm Weekday Mass (Feria)

 

Saturday 22nd February

9am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Sacrament of Confession

10am Mass, The Chair of Saint Peter (Feast) (Celebrated in Lady Chapel)

St. Peter and his successors, the popes, were chosen as the "visible and principal signs of unity", a point of reference so as to embark on the journey of faith confidently and securely. The Feast of the "Chair" of Peter, therefore, is a recognition of the spiritual significance of St. Peter and his successors, as well as a privileged manifestation of God's love who is our good and eternal Shepherd who wants to gather His entire Church and guide it on the path of salvation.

6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World

6:30pm Vigil Mass of The Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

 

Sunday 23rd February

9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World

10am Mass of The Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

 

 

Sanctuary Lamp

This week (16th February – 22nd February), the Sanctuary Lamp is for Andrew Georgy.

 

 

Our Lady's Lamp

This week (16th February -22nd February), Our Lady's Lamp is for George + Maureen + Bill.

 

 

Last Week's Offertory Collection

£691.39. Thank you for your kind generosity.

 

 

Hospital Emergency Call

This week I'll be helping out the Fr. Samson Ojekunle, the Catholic Chaplain at the Royal Blackburn Hospital by going on the emergency 'on call' rota. As you'll appreciate, an emergency is never planned and so it may mean that certain visits or appointments I've made will be either delayed or postponed. Thank you to all our stewards in advance, whose invaluable help means that, even if I can't make it in time for a Mass, the church is open for prayer. Let's pray for all the sick and those who care for them. Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for them.

 

 

Our Lady of Lourdes: Healing Service

Thank You to all those who helped towards making the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes such a prayerful occasion here at St. Mary's last Tuesday. The opportunity for Confession, Adoration, Mass and the Sacrament of the Sick were gratefully appreciated by the many visitors who came. My thanks for the pastoral care and prayers from the priests who came – Fr. Gerard Kelly, Fr. Stephen Adedji and Fr. Pat Tansey.           

 

  

Security Patrol

The contractors have now employed a security company who you will probably see during these next few weeks of continued building work. They are called Leisure Guard Security (UK) Ltd, a Bolton based company. Their staff are all fully certified, SIA-accredited and will carry identification.              



Parish Bible Study – St. John's Gospel

The next session is Wednesday 19th February from 7pm – 8pm. All are welcome. All you need is a Bible and an openness to come to know Our Lord better.

 

 

Racial Justice Sunday

This weekend, we mark Racial Justice Sunday with the theme "Pilgrims of Hope: Our Journey Together Towards Racial Justice." The theme celebrates both the Jubilee Year and the 30th anniversary of Racial Justice Sunday, inviting the Catholic community to reflect on the journey towards racial justice - past, present, and future. For prayers and resources, head to https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/racial-justice-sunday/

 

 

Pilgrim's Passport 
Create new family traditions this Jubilee year by picking up our family-friendly guide to Jubilee churches in the Diocese of Salford. With fast facts, thought-provoking questions, and different activities, our Pilgrim's Passport is the ideal companion to help families pray and journey together this Jubilee Year. Find out more at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/pilgrims-passport/ or visit one of our Designated Churches to begin.  

 

 

Jubilee for Communications
In celebration of the Holy Year, we are having a Jubilee of Jubilees to shine a light on a number of different themes represented in our diocese. We begin with our Jubilee for Communications, in which we explore this month's Gospels to reflect on how we can share the Good News in our world today. Access the resources now at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/jubilee-2025/calendar/ 

 

 

Jubilee Book Signing Event

A special book signing and reading event is due to take place to celebrate the launch of two new books about our diocese by Mgr John Allen - 'A popular history of the Diocese of Salford' and 'Pilgrims of Hope: Out and About in Salford Diocese'.  It will be held on Monday 3 March at 5pm at St Patrick's Church, in Collyhurst. You can book your free place now at www.caritassalford.org.uk/booksigning. All proceeds from book sales go to Caritas Salford.

 

 

Silent Retreat

Join the Diocese of Salford's Laudato Si' Centre team for a peaceful day of prayer this February. This one-day Silent Retreat invites you to spend time with the Lord in silent prayer and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, attend outdoor Mass, and explore the beautiful grounds of the Centre. Find out more and register your attendance at https://laudatosicentre.org.uk/events/silent-retreat

 

 

Are you aged between 18 and 35 or know someone who is? 
Our diocesan charity Caritas Diocese of Salford is looking for young adult volunteers to join their governance committee as co-opted members to help shape the charity in the coming months and years. Find out more about how you can help tackle poverty, homelessness, disadvantage, and displacement in our parish communities at www.caritassalford.org.uk/youngadultboard 

 


Diocesan Pilgrimage to Walsingham 2025

Our diocesan pilgrimage office is now taking bookings for its next annual pilgrimage to Walsingham. Our pilgrimage in this Holy Year of Jubilee will take place on Saturday 3 May 2025, with an option to extend your visit by staying overnight on Friday 2 May. For more information, prices, and details on how to book, please visit https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/walsingham-pilgrimage-2025 or call 0161 817 2209

 

 

Job Vacancy

Parish Administrator – St. Mary's, Oswaldtwistle  

Appointment Type: Part-time, permanent Working hours: 5 hours per week - Work pattern

to be agreed with Parish Priest Location: St Mary's Presbytery, Catlow Hall Street,

Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3EZ Salary and benefits: £13.23 Per hour, 25 holidays, plus statutory

bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days (subject to pro-rata).

 

About: The parish of St Mary's Oswaldtwistle are looking for a Parish Administrator to

provide administrative support to the parish including office administration, secretarial and

basic accounting duties.

 

What we are looking for: We are looking for a person with excellent organisational skills who

is able to work well and effectively within a small team, including volunteers. They will be

able to undertake a variety of administrative tasks competently and efficiently and be able

to prioritise activities to meet deadlines.

 

What you will need: The successful candidate will have experience of Microsoft Office and

ideally have experience as a Secretary/Administrator in a responsible position. They will be

trustworthy with the ability to work with complete discretion and confidentiality and have a

friendly and professional manner.

 

Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare

of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive

culture of safeguarding within the organisation. This post is subject to check by the

Disclosure and Barring Service. All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to

promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups. They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at http://www.catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/national[1]safeguarding-standards/national-safeguarding-policy

 

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Monday 24th February 2025

Please contact the HR department for an application pack or if you have any queries about

the role: Telephone: 0161-817-2203  Email: HR@dioceseofsalford.org.uk

Salford Roman Catholic Diocesan Trustees Registered Charity - Registered Charity No. 250037

 

 

 

God Bless and keep praying.

Our Lady of Oswaldtwistle, pray for us.

Saint Joseph, pray for us.

 

Fr. O'Brien



Friday, 7 February 2025

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Sunday 9th February 2025

Sunday 9th February 2025

 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time



Masses & Liturgies for the coming week...

Friday 7th February
5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
6pm Weekday Mass (Feria)

Saturday 8th February
6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
6:30pm Vigil Mass of The Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

Sunday 9th February
9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
10am Mass of The Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

Tuesday 11th February
12noon - 12:45pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
1pm – Healing Service
1:45pm – Tea, Coffee & A Catch Up
6pm – 6:45pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
7pm – Mass of Our Lady of Lourdes with Sacrament of the Sick
In 1858 the Immaculate Virgin Mary appeared to St. Bernadette Soubirous, near Lourdes in France, in the cavern called "de Massabielle". Through this poor, fourteen year old girl, Mary calls on sinners to change their lives. She has inspired in the Church a great love of prayer and good works, especially in the service of the poor and the sick.

Wednesday 12th February
9:15am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament  
10am Weekday Mass (Feria)

Friday 14th February
5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
 6pm Mass, Saints Cyril & Methodius, Bishops, Patrons of Europe (Feast)
With Blessing of those in the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony (see below for details)
Ss Cyril and Methodius were brothers and missionaries, who carried the Gospel into the Slavonic countries. They translated the liturgical books into the Slavonic language (inventing a new script, Cyrillic, to do do). Cyril died in 869 A.D, Methodius in 885 A.D.

Saturday 15th February
9am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Sacrament of Confession
10am Votive Mass of Our Lady, (Celebrated in Lady Chapel)
6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
6:30pm Vigil Mass of The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

Sunday 16th February
9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
10am Mass of The Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)


Sanctuary Lamp
This week (8th February – 16th February), the Sanctuary Lamp is for Bill Moorhouse.


Our Lady's Lamp
This week (8th February – 16th February), Our Lady's Lamp is for Gerald & June McCaffrey.


Last Week's Offertory Collection
£654.18. Thank you for your kind generosity.


Caritas Collection
The Collection for Caritas last weekend raised £129.03.


Our Lady of Lourdes: Healing Service
On Tuesday, 11th February, we celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes. It's only fitting that this is also the day the Church invites us to pray for those who are sick and suffering in mind and body. For those who have made the pilgrimage to Lourdes, you will know that it is a place of healing but not everyone is fortunate to visit. This year, on this special feast day at St. Mary's, there will be many opportunities to experience both prayer and healing, for yourself or on behalf of others.
12noon - 12:45pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
The Sacrament of Confession is that wonderful gift from God that helps to heal the soul. Come this evening to allow the Lord to soothe and strengthen.
1pm – Healing Service.
A simple service where we will listen to the Word of God and sing hymns, followed by intercessions for healing for ourselves and those we know; the opportunity for the Sacrament of the Sick for those Catholics who are sincerely ill and a final blessing.
1:45pm – Tea, Coffee & A Catch Up
There will be time after the healing service for tea & coffee, a chance for others to talk and meet up with faces they may not have seen for a long time.
6pm – 6:45pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
The Sacrament of Confession is that wonderful gift from God that helps to heal the soul. Come this evening to allow the Lord to soothe and strengthen.
7pm – Mass of Our Lady of Lourdes with Sacrament of the Sick
Are there people you know who are suffering? Then bring them in prayer to the Mass, especially at that moment when Our Lord is lifted by the priest in the Host and offered to God the Father. Bring those you know who are sick and give them to Jesus at that most sacred moment.
 

Salford Lourdes Pilgrimage Centenary Window
This year marks the Centenary of the first diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes. To mark this anniversary the Salford Lourdes Coordination Team is delighted to announce the commission of a beautiful stained-glass window depicting Our Lady of Lourdes, which will be installed in our newly restored cathedral. You can be part of this wonderful legacy by donating to help fund the Centenary celebrations in memory of a loved one, as a gift, or in your family name. Names will be recorded in a special commemorative book. To find out more, visit https://www.salfordlourdes.co.uk/centenary-window. You can also take one of the printed leaflets from the back of church.      


Marriage Blessings
The 14th of February is known throughout the world as St. Valentine's Day, a day to celebrate love. On Friday 14th February I would like to invite any couples who were married at St. Mary's, Oswaldtwistle or Sacred Heart, Accrington or another Roman Catholic Church, or any couples who are engaged to be married at St. Mary's, to come to the 6pm evening Mass for a blessing. It will be a wonderful opportunity to bring friends and family and receive that special prayer in thanks for your vocation as husband and wife. If you would like to have a blessing that Friday evening, please email stmarysoswaldtwistle@dioceseofsalford.org.uk
'You learn to speak by speaking, to study by studying, to run by running, to work by working, and just so, you learn to love by loving. All those who think to learn in any other way deceive themselves.' -St. Francis de Sales

 
Pilgrim's Passport
Create new family traditions this Jubilee year by picking up our family-friendly guide to Jubilee churches in the Diocese of Salford. With fast facts, thought-provoking questions, and different activities, our Pilgrim's Passport is the ideal companion to help families pray and journey together this Jubilee Year. Find out more at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/pilgrims-passport/ or visit one of our Designated Churches to begin.  


Jubilee for Communications
In celebration of the Holy Year, we are having a Jubilee of Jubilees to shine a light on a number of different themes represented in our diocese. We begin with our Jubilee for Communications, in which we explore this month's Gospels to reflect on how we can share the Good News in our world today. Access the resources now at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/jubilee-2025/calendar/


Are you aged between 18 and 35 or know someone who is?
Our diocesan charity Caritas Diocese of Salford is looking for young adult volunteers to join their governance committee as co-opted members to help shape the charity in the coming months and years. Find out more about how you can help tackle poverty, homelessness, disadvantage, and displacement in our parish communities at www.caritassalford.org.uk/youngadultboard


God Bless and keep praying.
Our Lady of Oswaldtwistle, pray for us.
Saint Joseph, pray for us.

Fr. O'Brien



Wednesday, 5 February 2025

Parish News Updates

5th February 2025

St. Agatha

 

Dear Brothers & Sisters,

 

The following is just to share some changes to this week's liturgy timetable and updates.

 

There will be no Thursday Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament or the public celebration of Mass tomorrow and the following Thursday because of roofing works that are taking place.

 

The contractors have now employed a security company who you will probably see during these next few weeks of continued building work. They are called Leisure Guard Security (UK) Ltd, a Bolton based company. Their staff are all fully certified, SIA-accredited and will carry identification.              

 

 

God Bless and keep praying.

Our Lady of Oswaldtwistle, pray for us.

Saint Joseph, pray for us.

 

Fr. O'Brien



Friday, 31 January 2025

Feast of the Presentation of the Lord - Sunday 2nd February 2025

Sunday 2nd February 2025

 Feast of the Presentation of the Lord


Jubilee Prayer

 Father in heaven,

May the faith you have given us in

Your son, Jesus Christ, our brother,

And the flame of charity enkindled

In our hearts by the Holy Spirit,

Reawaken in us the blessed hope

For the coming of your Kingdom.

 

May your grace transform us into

Tireless cultivators of the seeds of the Gospel.

May those seeds transform from within

Both humanity and the whole cosmos

In the sure expectation of a

New heaven and a new earth,

When, with the powers of Evil vanquished,

Your glory will shine eternally.

 

May the grace of the Jubilee

Reawaken in us, Pilgrims of Hope,

A yearning for the treasures of heaven.

May that same grace spread

The joy and peace of our Redeemer

Throughout the earth.

 

To you our God, eternally blessed,

Be glory and praise for ever. Amen

 

 

Jubilee Resources

Want to learn more about our Pilgrims of Hope Jubilee? Want to find out how we're observing the Holy Year in our diocese? The Diocese of Salford's website has a range of information to accompany you this Jubilee Year, with information on our Designated Churches, upcoming pilgrimages, and a range of different resources. Explore more at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/jubilee-2025

 

 Masses & Liturgies for the coming week...

 

Friday 31st January

5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

6pm Mass, Saint John Bosco, Priest (Memoria)

St. John Bosco, born in 1815 in the north of Italy, dedicated his priestly ministry to working with young people, especially street children whom he encountered in Turin. He established the Salesians of Don Bosco and the Daughters of Mary, Help of Christians, to assist in this work. He died in 1888.

 

Saturday 1st February

9am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Sacrament of Confession

10am Votive Mass of Our Lady (Celebrated in Lady Chapel)

6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World

6:30pm Vigil Mass of The Presentation of the Lord

 

Sunday 2nd February

9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World

10am Mass of The Presentation of the Lord

 

Monday 3rd February

6pm Reception of the Body of Muriel Conway RIP

followed by the Holy Rosary

 

Tuesday 4th February

10am Requiem Mass for Muriel Conway RIP

5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

6pm Weekday Mass (Feria)

 

Wednesday 5th February

10am Requiem Mass for Mary Wilson RIP

7pm Parish Bible Study (See below for details)   

 

Thursday 6th February

9:30am Mass, Saints Paul Miki & Companions, Martyrs (Memoria)

St. Paul Miki & Companions were Japanese martyrs. Towards the end of the 16th century there began a persecution of the Church in Japan and among those arrested were Paul Miki, a young Jesuit, and 25 others, some as young as 13. They were all taken to Nagasaki where they were crucified in 1597.           

 

Friday 7th February

10:15am Funeral Service for Michael James Crane RIP

5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

6pm Weekday Mass (Feria)

 

Saturday 8th February

9am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Sacrament of Confession

10am Mass, (Celebrated in Lady Chapel) St Josephine Bakhita, Virgin (Memoria)

St. Josephine Bakhita was born in Sudan in 1869. She was kidnapped and sold as a slave. In Italy she entered the sisters of Mary Magdalene where she took part in the life of the community in prayer, cooking, sewing and attending to the door. She died on this day in 1947. 

 6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World

6:30pm Vigil Mass of The Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

 

Sunday 9th February

9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World

10am Mass of The Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C)

 

Sanctuary Lamp

This week (1st February – 8th February), the Sanctuary Lamp is for the Intentions of Paddy Clayton.

 

 

Our Lady's Lamp

This week (1st February – 8th February), Our Lady's Lamp is for Gerald & June McCaffrey.

 

 

Last Week's Offertory Collection

£619.69. Thank you for your kind generosity.

 

 

Parish Donations

Many people have asked can they donate monies towards the parish via Direct Debit and if so what is the name of the parish account: SRCDTR ST MARY OSWALDTWISTLE.

Thank you for your continued support.


Caritas Collection

This weekend (1st/2nd February) Caritas have their diocesan mandatory collection. There will be a basket at the back of church, under the large crucifix, for anybody who wishes to donate monies to this charity. Caritas Salford Mission Statement: Our mission is to help those across the Diocese of Salford, experiencing poverty, disadvantage and discrimination to transform their lives with dignity. We provide a practical response to those in crisis, suffering hardship or who are at risk. We rebuild lives for the long-term, enabling people to live in a safe, healthy and secure environment. We call for a better, more just world where the voices of the poor are heard and acted upon and positively influence the systems, decisions and resources that affect those in need.

 

 

Parish Bible Study – St. John's Gospel

"Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ!" -  St. Jerome

A strong statement from St. Jerome yet true! One of the simplest ways to come close to Our Lord, to know Him better, to discern His will for us is to pick up our bible yet this can be a daunting task. Where do we start? How are we meant to read this or understand that? This New Year there will be the opportunity for scripture study in the parish – open to everyone. No prior knowledge is expected, no biblical or theological training is needed. Simply bring yourself, your bible, and the desire to know God more. We will be journeying through the final chapters of St. John's Gospel that lead up to the Lord's Passion, Death and Resurrection. The Parish Bible Study group normally meets every two weeks on a Wednesday from 7pm – 8pm. Even if you can only attend one session it's worth doing: The next meeting will be on Wednesday 5th February– Everyone is welcome. 

 

 

Feast of St Josephine Bakhita 
The feast day of St Josephine Bakhita, the patron saint of victims of human trafficking and modern slavery, takes place on 8th February. There are 50 million victims of human trafficking across the world and as many as 130,000 in the UK. Charities across the UK and our diocese are working hard to raise awareness and take action on what Pope Francis describes as "a crime against humanity". Resources to help you find out more can be found at santamartagroup.org/resources         

 

 

Our Lady of Lourdes: Healing Service

On Tuesday, 11th February, we celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes. It's only fitting that this is also the day the Church invites us to pray for those who are sick and suffering in mind and body. For those who have made the pilgrimage to Lourdes, you will know that it is a place of healing but not everyone is fortunate to visit. This year, on this special feast day at St. Mary's, there will be many opportunities to experience both prayer and healing, for yourself or on behalf of others.

12noon - 12:45pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions

The Sacrament of Confession is that wonderful gift from God that helps to heal the soul. Come this evening to allow the Lord to soothe and strengthen.

1pm – Healing Service.

A simple service where we will listen to the Word of God and sing hymns, followed by intercessions for healing for ourselves and those we know; the opportunity for the Sacrament of the Sick for those Catholics who are sincerely ill and a final blessing.

1:45pm – Tea, Coffee & A Catch Up

There will be time after the healing service for tea & coffee, a chance for others to talk and meet up with faces they may not have seen for a long time.

6pm – 6:45pm – Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions

The Sacrament of Confession is that wonderful gift from God that helps to heal the soul. Come this evening to allow the Lord to soothe and strengthen.

7pm – Mass of Our Lady of Lourdes with Sacrament of the Sick

Are there people you know who are suffering? Then bring them in prayer to the Mass, especially at that moment when Our Lord is lifted by the priest in the Host and offered to God the Father. Bring those you know who are sick and give them to Jesus at that most sacred moment.

  

 

Salford Lourdes Pilgrimage Centenary Window

This year marks the Centenary of the first diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes. To mark this anniversary the Salford Lourdes Coordination Team is delighted to announce the commission of a beautiful stained-glass window depicting Our Lady of Lourdes, which will be installed in our newly restored cathedral. You can be part of this wonderful legacy by donating to help fund the Centenary celebrations in memory of a loved one, as a gift, or in your family name. Names will be recorded in a special commemorative book. To find out more, visit https://www.salfordlourdes.co.uk/centenary-window. You can also take one of the printed leaflets from the back of church.      

 

 

Marriage Blessings

The 14th of February is known throughout the world as St. Valentine's Day, a day to celebrate love. On Friday 14th February I would like to invite any couples who were married at St. Mary's, Oswaldtwistle or Sacred Heart, Accrington or another Roman Catholic Church, or any couples who are engaged to be married at St. Mary's, to come to the 6pm evening Mass for a blessing. It will be a wonderful opportunity to bring friends and family and receive that special prayer in thanks for your vocation as husband and wife. If you would like to have a blessing that Friday evening, please email stmarysoswaldtwistle@dioceseofsalford.org.uk

'You learn to speak by speaking, to study by studying, to run by running, to work by working, and just so, you learn to love by loving. All those who think to learn in any other way deceive themselves.' -St. Francis de Sales

 

  

Pilgrim's Passport 
Create new family traditions this Jubilee year by picking up our family-friendly guide to Jubilee churches in the Diocese of Salford. With fast facts, thought-provoking questions, and different activities, our Pilgrim's Passport is the ideal companion to help families pray and journey together this Jubilee Year. Find out more at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/pilgrims-passport/ or visit one of our Designated Churches to begin.  

 

 

Jubilee for Communications
In celebration of the Holy Year, we are having a Jubilee of Jubilees to shine a light on a number of different themes represented in our diocese. We begin with our Jubilee for Communications, in which we explore this month's Gospels to reflect on how we can share the Good News in our world today. Access the resources now at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/jubilee-2025/calendar/ 

 

 

Laudato Si' Centre Gardening Club
The Diocese of Salford's environment hub, The Laudato Si' Centre, is delighted to announce a regular gardening club, taking place on Fridays. Parish groups and volunteers are invited to join the team at the Centre to explore sustainable gardening techniques, top tips, and to come together in shared faith to care for our common home. Email laudatosi@dioceseofsalford.org.uk to find out more. 

 

 

God Bless and keep praying.

Our Lady of Oswaldtwistle, pray for us.

Saint Joseph, pray for us.

 

Fr. O'Brien