ARCHDIOCESAN SYNODAL COUNCIL RESULTS

The ASC report is now ready to read.  It can be accessed by clicking here.

ARCHBISHOP'S STATEMENT ON THE KING'S HEALTH

The Archbishop has released a statement following the announcement of the King's cancer diagnosis.  Click here to read it.

A THANK YOU FROM THE WHITECHAPEL CENTRE

We have received a thank you from the The Whitechapel Centre for the magnificent amount of money raised at our Christmas by Candlelight Event.

A MESSAGE FROM FR HUGH SEENAN MAFR (MISSIONARIES OF AFRICA)

I  write firstly to thank you, and all your priests for the wonderful welcome given to me and our team as we travelled through the Archdiocese. Your priests and deacons are quite extraordinary in their work and kind and generous in their welcome. 61 parish priests responded positively to our request for an appeal date. The appeals covered 103 parishes. £37,009.70 was raised through the collections.

To your people in all pastoral areas, thanks simply is not adequate. The scale of generosity in this difficult time is quite humbling. We are all working for the Mission of the Gospel. To be welcomed and treated in such a way as your parish communities did makes our mission that much easier.

Yours faithfully,

Fr Hugh Seenan MAfr,

Missionaries of Africa

SHOEBOX APPEAL THANKYOU

The Big Help Project have sent a ‘Certificate of Recognition and Appreciation’ to the Justice and Peace Group, to thank them for their response to the ’Shoebox  Appeal’. Please see a copy of the Certificate in the porch.

CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT:

We are delighted to announce that the final total for our fundraiser is £5,629.96. A big ‘thank you’ to all who gave their free time to organise and help out at this Parish event.

Please find below a list of the names of the winners of the Raffle:

Joshua, Brian R, Richard, Joanne S, Pat, Ged, Georgia, Kenny, Sharon, Fiona E. Mags Mc, Paul O., Phoebe L., Josh F. Steph, Kaidie, Layla M.

(All prize winners have been contacted).ded.

CAROLS FOR YPAS THANKYOU

On Monday the 18th December 2023, over 20 people from Bishop Eton, Blue Coat and our community raised nearly £400 for YPAS!

We had an amazing time visiting homes and singing our hearts out in the streets! Thank you to the best Italian restaurant in the city cucino_di_vincenzo for letting us in and fill your beautiful space and to your very lively and generous customers!

All funds have already gone to the charity and will be put to work supporting  the mental wellbeing of our young people.

ishing you all a healthy, safe and happy Christmas and THANK YOU ♥🌲🌟♥

CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT A GREAT SUCCESS.

Some photos and a silent video marking the successful Christmas by Candlelight event that took place to raise money for the Whitechapel Centre.   As of 29th December we estimate aroun £5000 was made, a final figure will be published in the coming weeks.

Read more: Christmas by Candlelight - a great success

ARCHBISHOP MALCOLM'S CHRISTMAS MESSAGE 2023

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As we gather once again to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I extend my warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. The festive season is upon us, and though the challenges of our times may persist, the timeless message of Christmas continues to shine brightly, offering us hope, love, and peace.

It is a busy time for everyone, with last-minute preparations, food and gifts on the agenda, and from an archdiocese point of view, there has been plenty to celebrate this year.

In July, we celebrated 100 years since our first pilgrimage to Lourdes. We travelled out there in great numbers, and it was truly an occasion to remember.

With that, we also celebrated 100 years since the miracle of Jack Traynor and remembered his story.

In September, it was a historic moment, not just for the archdiocese, but for the Catholic Church in this country, as St Mary of the Isle in the Isle of Man became our co-cathedral – the first of its kind in the UK.

It was a momentous occasion, with the ceremony being watched not just by those in attendance, but by many more across the world online.

Despite this, I am also aware that it has not been an easy year for everyone. The cloud of the cost-of-living crisis still lingers, and we have seen the devastating impacts of climate change, and conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.

In a world that often grapples with uncertainty, economic challenges, and social issues, it is easy to lose sight of the true meaning of Christmas. Just as Mary and Joseph faced an uncertain journey to Bethlehem, finding themselves in humble surroundings, so too do we encounter the unexpected in our lives. Yet, amidst the difficulties, we find the enduring message of God's love.

It’s a reminder that even though we remember them with much fondness – they also had to go through their tough times. From having to travel a fair distance on a donkey, to there being no room at the Inn. But at the end of it, they got to celebrate the birth of Jesus.

In the midst of the world's darkness, we find hope in the light that the birth of Jesus brings. Like the shepherds on that holy night, let us not be afraid, for the message of Christmas is a message of hope—a hope that transcends time and circumstances.

I pray that this Christmas fills your hearts with the warmth of love, the joy of hope, and the peace that surpasses all understanding. May the light of Christ shine brightly in your lives, bringing comfort and assurance in the days ahead.

Wishing you and your families a blessed and Merry Christmas.

In Christ's love,

Archbishop Malcolm McMahon OP

Archbishop of Liverpool

BISHOP JOHN ARNOLD REACTS TO COP28

PRAYING FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

The Pope has asked that in December we pray for those with disabilities.  The Bishops' Conference of England and Wales have recorded a podcast to  help us reflect on this

A place of belonging for people with disabilities

AN EYE WITNESS ACCOUNT FROM THE HOLY LAND

As we struggle to comprehend the tragic events in the Middle East, we have received a first hand insight into what is happening. To learn more click here. 

#LIVERPOOL4UKRAINE APPEAL MAKES 6TH SUPPLY TRIP TO UKRAINE BORDER 

 On Tuesday 24 October, our sixth consignment of essential aid set off for the Polish-Ukrainian border.

A 12-tonne vehicle transported goods including medical supplies, toiletries, crutches, Zimmer frames, blankets and blow-up mattresses. These supplies were sourced using generous donations to the #Liverpool4Ukriane appeal.

A small group of representatives from the archdiocese accompanied the vehicle and met Andrew Quinlan, who accepted the supplies on behalf of Bishop Gregory Komar.

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Donations to #Liverpool4Ukraine can still be made details below

Online:

https://www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/donate

Bank transfer:

Account name: Archdiocese of Liverpool
Sort code: 40-29-12
Account: 01551493
Reference: Help Ukraine

Cheque:

Made payable to “Archdiocese of Liverpool” and with “Help Ukraine” written on the reverse, these can be sent to

Finance Department
St Margaret Clitherow Centre
Liverpool Archdiocesan Office
Croxteth Drive
Liverpool
L17 1AA

#Liverpool4Ukraine

NATIONAL TRIBUNAL SERVICE LAUNCHED WITH ARCHDIOCESAN PRIESTS TAKING KEY ROLES

Last week the Catholic Church in England and Wales launched its National Tribunal Service (NTS), with four members of the Archdiocese of Liverpool appointed to vital roles.

Taking on one of two Judicial Vicar roles for the first instance NTS is Very Rev Dr John Poland, Archbishop’s Private Secretary and Judge for our own Metropolitan Tribunal.

He is joined by colleagues Canon Aidan Prescott, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia, Father Sean Patrick Riley, Chancellor and Judge and Bishop Tom Neylon who are taking on the roles of Judge in first instance, Promotor of Justice in second instance and Moderator for the second instance respectively.

FROM FR ANDREW:     

While Fr Tim has been away, life in our parishes has continued apace. Last week we had a meeting of the Redemptorist Lay Associates and the suggestion was made that Fr Cassidy might give some Advent talks. Watch out for this! Preparations are going ahead for a pre-Christmas celebration in front of the Monastery as a fundraiser for the Whitechapel Centre. I’m very excited about this as it will bring life and light to the Monastery just before Christmas. Each year I think how dark and gloomy the Monastery looks at this time of year. Hopefully the lights will stay on over Christmas this year. What a difference it will make!

There is lots to look forward to as we prepare for Christmas. I hope that the activities that are being prepared in our two parishes during Advent will help us to celebrate Our Lord’s birth in a fitting way and lift our minds and hearts above the noise and bustle of the commercial razzmatazz!.

USED SPECTACLES:

If you have old spectacles which you no longer need please drop them in to the sacristy after Mass

COST OF LIVING ASSEMBLY

This Assembly is co-hosted by Together Liverpool, a social justice charity of the Diocese of Liverpool and Church Urban Fund, with the Archdiocese of Liverpool's social action coordinator.

The main speaker is from the Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT) will talk about working for lasting change, and the new Let’s End Poverty movement.

For more information and registration click here

FACILITATION TRAINING

We are now offering training for people in our parishes who lead groups. Whether they’re for praying, liturgy, or volunteering this 2 hour workshop will provide an opportunity to come together as a group to discuss the format of the group and to discuss new ideas that can support the facilitation of this group moving forward. If you’re interested in arranging a workshop for your parish or deanery, please contact

ARCHDIOCESE OF LIVERPOOL'S SIXTH UKRAINIAN TRIP

Our sixth consignment of the #Liverpool4Ukraine appeal has just set off for the Ukrainian border on the  morning of 24^th October 2023. A 12-tonne vehicle will transport goods including medical supplies, toiletries, crutches, Zimmer frames, blankets and blow-up mattresses.

Read more here: https://www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/news/archdiocese-of-liverpool-embarks-on-sixth-ukrainian-trip-to-deliver-essential-aid

Donations for the appeal are still welcome, and can be made here: https://archdioceseofliverpool.churchsuite.com/donate/fund/ly8hvxhp

DONATIONS OF CHURCH FLOWERS

Donations of Church Flowers are always welcome. Please leave at the monastery reception and we will arrange for them to be placed on the altar. Many thanks.