PRAYERS PLEASE

Prayers please for the repose of the soul of Joanne Robinson, who died during the week after a long illness. It was a blessing that her brother-in-law, Fr Andrew Robinson, was able to minister to her towards the end of her life. We also ask your prayers for Fr Tom Molloy, CSsR, who is in the Royal undergoing investigations as to why he has been in such pain recently.

CATHOLIC PIC DECEMBER 2024

The December addition of the Catholic Pictorial is now available. To access an electronic copy click here

 A CHRISTMAS POEM FROM OUR RESIDENT POET

CHRISTMAS REFLECTIONS 

Another Christmas insinuates itself

Into the busy lives of the disparate population

Who live on our amazing Planet.

Looking back through the Annals,

We see clearly, the way Christmas has evolved.

For many, it no longer has religious connotations.

It has become a commercial enterprise

Where trends and deadlines rule.

Yet, few would return to the Past.

But how wonderful would it be

If we could experience again,

Childlike expectations, wonder, delight,

Past simple pleasures enjoyed with Loved Ones!

If we could recapture and live the message of Peace and Joy,

To a world redeemed,

Which was celebrated long, long ago –

Not in the comforts of today’s times,

But in a lowly stable in the midst of strangers.

Eileen Murray © December 2024

THANKYOU FROM THE J&P YOUTH GROUP

The Justice and Peace Youth Group were amazed by the wonderful contributions to their Christmas warm coat appeal. There was so much that we managed to distribute to Share Knowsley, the Irenaeus Centre and Asylum Link. Your kindness will keep many people warm this winter.

ARCHDIOCESAN SYNODAL COUNCIL

Copies of the Archdiocesan Synodal Council Summary Report can by found in the porch and on our website.ASC Summary

MALE, FEMALE, OTHER: A CATHOLIC GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING GENDER

CTS have recently republished this title by Jason Evert for the UK. This edition has been augmented by an Afterword by Stefan Kaminski, STL, to give a further UK perspective on this issue. The volume is available to purchase here. If you would like to organise an online/Zoom presentation and discussion of the book for your parish, group or community, please respond directly to this email.

SAFE IN FAITH

Safe in Faith is a Caritas Westminster project offering support to survivors of domestic violence with a faith-informed approach. It also provides information, guidance and training for clergy and faith leaders around domestic violence. View the below video to learn more about their work.

PASTORAL LETTER - CHRIST THE KING 2024

The Archbishop's Pastoral Letter will be read at all Masses this weekend. The final page is for information regarding the churches and chapels across the archdiocese which will be places of pilgrimage during the diocesan phase of the Jubilee Year. You can find a copyby clicking here.  

NOVEMBER 2024 CATHOLIC PICTORIAL

For an electronic copy of  November's Catholic Pictorial click here

ST MARY’S NEARLY NEW FASHION SHOW.

Thank you to everyone who contributed in any way to our nearly new fashion show last week. We raised a fantastic £1300 for CAFOD, the south Liverpool food bank and Zoe’s Place and enjoyed a fabulous afternoon too.