Sunday 22nd September 2024
Twenty Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Masses & Liturgies for the Coming Week…
Friday 20th September
5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
6pm Weekday Mass (Feria)
Saturday 21st September
9am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions
10am Mass, Saint Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist (Feast) (In the Lady Chapel)
St. Matthew, born at Capernaum, was a tax gatherer when called by Jesus. He wrote his Gospel in Hebrew, and tradition has it that he preached the Faith in the East.
6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
6:30pm Vigil Mass for the Twenty Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)
Sunday 22nd September
9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
10am Mass for the Twenty Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)
Tuesday 24th September
5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
6pm Mass, Our Lady of Walsingham
The lady of the manor of Walsingham, Richeldis de Faverches, was instructed by a vision of the Virgin Mary to build in her village a replica of the house of Nazareth in which the Annunciation had taken place. The vision occurred, according to tradition, in 1061A.D. The original house was destroyed at the Reformation, but during the 19th and early 20th centuries pilgrimage to Walsingham was revived.
Wednesday 25th September
9:30am Funeral Service for Carole Carver RIP
Thursday 26th September
9:15am – 9:50am Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
10am Mass Saints Cosmas & Damian, Martyrs (Memoria)
Ss. Cosmas & Damian were doctors who were martyred in Syria around 300 A.D. There is evidence that their tomb was at Cyrrhus, where a basilica was built in their honour.
Friday 27th September
5pm – 5:50pm Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
6pm Saint Vincent De Paul, Priest (Memoria)
St. Vincent de Paul was born to a poor peasant family in the French village of Pouy on April 24, 1581. He was ordained in 1600. He spent his life preaching missions to and providing relief to the poor. He even established hospitals for them. This was at a time when there were not many priests in France and what priests there were, were neither well-formed nor faithful to their way of life. Vincent helped reform the clergy and the manner in which they were instructed and prepared for the priesthood. He was eighty years old when he died in Paris on September 27, 1660.
Saturday 28th September
6pm The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
6:30pm Vigil Mass for the Twenty Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)
Sunday 29th September
9:30am The Holy Rosary for Peace in the World
10am Mass for the Twenty Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year B)
Sanctuary Lamp
This week (21st September - 28th September), the Sanctuary Lamp is for Richard Eddleston.
Last Week's Easter Offertory Collection
£643.80. Thank you for your kind generosity.
Sacrament of the Sick
Last Saturday's Healing Service was a wonderful reminder of the power of the Sacrament of the Sick and the peace and consolation we receive from Our Lord through it. A priest can never force anyone to receive it, the individual must freely ask. If you would like the Anointing please contact Fr. O'Brien on (01254 232 433) or alternatively sean.obrien@dioceseofsalford.org.uk . If you are in hospital ask one of the ward staff to contact the Catholic Chaplain who will come and visit you.
Date For Diary: Parish Social
Thanks to Tony Alveston for facilitating our next parish social which will a meal at Franco's on Sunday 27th October, 12:30pm for 1pm. Watch this space for more details.
Annual Mass Count
The Bishop's Office has emailed to remind us the that Annual Mass Count is to take place over these next four weekends: 21st-22nd September, 28th-30th September, 5th -6th October, 12th-13th October. The numbers of people who come to Mass over these weekends for the Vigil (6:30pm) & Sunday (10am) Masses will be recorded and sent to the Bishop.
St. Mary's Warm Welcome
Back by popular demand... The next warm welcome is on Tuesday 1st October from 1pm – 3pm. Everyone and anyone is welcome! We have some talented parishioners who will dispel the coming autumn blues with live upbeat music that everyone can sing along to. Plus there's unlimited brews and fantastic homemade cake in a warm space. Why not come along and experience something different. Dates for the Warm Welcome: 1st Oct, 15th Oct, 29th Oct, 12th Nov, 26th Nov, 10th Dec
Parish Bible Study – St. John's Gospel
The next sessions will begin at near the end of October. Watch this space for future dates
Sacramental Preparation for Young People
If there are any young people, ages 7+. who are baptised Roman Catholics, live in the parish boundaries and would like to begin preparing to receive God's mercy in the Sacrament of Confession and His love in First Holy Communion, then please see Fr. O'Brien at the end of the Mass you usually come to.
Confirmation Preparation
If there are any young parishioners, ages 12 +, who are baptised Roman Catholics, live in the parish boundaries and would like to know more about the Sacrament of Confirmation please see Fr. O'Brien.
Permanent Diaconate
The diocese are delighted to share with you a new leaflet on the permanent diaconate. Including an introductory message from Bishop John, FAQs, case studies on our deacons, and more, this is a great way to find out more about this remarkable vocation. Read now at https://tinyurl.com/permanent-diaconate
Mass in honour of Our Lady of Walsingham
To celebrate the Feast Day of Our Lady of Walsingham, Bishop John will celebrate a special Holy Mass on Tuesday 24th September at St Patrick's church, Collyhurst, at 7pm. Refreshments will follow after the Mass.
World Youth Day Rome 2025
Are you aged 16-35? Are you looking for an unforgettable opportunity to share your faith with other young Catholics? Pope Francis has announced a special World Youth Day in Rome next summer to celebrate the Church's Year of Jubilee and our diocesan Youth Ministry team invites you to be part of this once-in-a-25-year event! The pilgrimage will take place between 28 July and 3 August. For more information and to register your interest, please email youth@dioceseofsalford.org.uk
Mount Carmel High School, Accrington
This week the school secretary forwarded the following information: "If you wouldn't mind including a line in your newsletter advising parents that the deadline date for applications for a place at secondary school is 31 October and all applications are to be made online. If any parents/carers need help completing an application they can contact the primary school. Additionally if any parents / carers missed our Open Evening or would like a personalised tour of Mount Carmel this can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01254 233458."
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lindisfarne
Discover the fascinating history of our Northern Saints with this one-off pilgrimage to Lindisfarne, Ripon, and Durham in celebration of our 2025 Year of Jubilee. Led by Bishop John, the pilgrimage will take place between 15th-17th May 2025. Find out more about this and all of our pilgrimages during our Jubilee year at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/jubilee-2025/pilgrimages/
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Rome 2025
The Diocese of Salford is delighted to announce a number of pilgrimages to celebrate the 2025 Pilgrims of Hope Jubilee, including a pilgrimage to Rome in September. Bookings for the pilgrimage, led by Bishop John, will open on Monday 5th August. Please email info@northernstartravel.com or call 0161 773 2115 to book your place. Please note, places are extremely limited. For more information on our other pilgrimages at home and overseas, please visit https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/jubilee-pilgrimages/.
Season of Creation
This September, our diocese joins Christians across the globe in celebrating Season of Creation - a month-long campaign inviting us to renew our relationship with God and His Creation. This year, we will be celebrating by sharing updates on key diocesan projects, as well as top tips to support your efforts at home. Follow our news pages at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news to stay up to date.
Online Prayer Series: Walking in God's Creation
This autumn, Steve Hoyland of the Jesuit Institute is working with the Diocese of Salford on a special online prayer series with the theme of pilgrimage and Creation. These themes will be woven together with the Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius of Loyola to form a unique online prayer journey. The next session takes place on Wednesday 18th September between 8pm and 9pm. Find out more: https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/online-prayer-series-walking-in-gods-creation
Northern Diocesan Environment Group (NDEG)
The Northern Diocesan Environment Group is organising an online meeting to discuss 'Diocesan and schools Laudato Si' developments; responses to having a Diocesan Climate Strategy in Salford'. The meeting takes place on Thursday 26th September at 7pm and features a member of our diocesan environment team as one of the presenters. If you are interested in joining this online meeting, please email climate.ndeg@gmail.com and they will send you the link for the Zoom meeting.
Gregorian Chant Workshop for Singers
A popular choral workshop is returning to St Augustine's in Manchester with a particular focus on Our Lady. The event, led by Manchester University lecturer Dr Rosemarie Darby, will take place on Saturday 26th October between 11.30am and 4pm at St Augustine's church, Manchester. It is of particular interest to parish choirs who wish to expand their repertoire of Marian music. No prior experience is required but registration is essential by emailing stphilipnerisingers@yahoo.co.uk
Prayer and Action: A Camino Challenge
Bolton priest, Fr Chris Gorton, is set to embark on an incredible 924km running pilgrimage along the Camino de Santiago to raise funds for diocesan charity, Caritas Salford. Inviting each and every one of us to be part of his journey, Fr Chris has shared a range of tools and resources to help us join him in prayer and action over the coming weeks. Find out more at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/a-camino-challenge/
Catholic Association for Racial Justice 40th Anniversary
To mark the important milestone of their 40th anniversary, the Catholic Association for Racial Justice (CARJ) is holding a free conference in Oldham on Saturday 21st September.
The 'Agenda for Change' conference will build on the experiences and learning of the past 40 years and put forward a strategy for bringing about greater equality and creating a racially-just Church and society. Find out more at www.carj.org.uk
Job Vacancies
Cleaner - Diocese of Salford
Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: 21.15 hours per week to be worked Monday to Friday, 7.45 am – 12 pm.
Location: Cathedral Centre 3 Ford Street, Salford, M3 6DP
Salary: £12 per hour
Find out more and apply at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies
God Bless and keep praying.
Our Lady of Oswaldtwistle, pray for us.
Saint Joseph, pray for us.
Fr. O'Brien