Newsletter 9.8.26

 

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 Address: Woolton Road, Liverpool L16 8NQ   Phone: 722 1180  ♿ 

Parish Priest: Fr T Buckley C.Ss.R. 

 Archdiocese of Liverpool.   A charitable incorporated organisation Registered Charity No. 1199714

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 SUNDAY 9TH AUGUST 2026

NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (A)

 

DAY  DATE  TIME

MASS & SERVICE TIMES 
SUN 9TH 8.30AM

10.00AM

6.00PM

NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (A)

MON 10TH

12 NOON

FEAST OF ST LAWRENCE 
TUE 11TH

12 NOON

7.30PM

MEMORIAL OF ST CLARE

ROSARY
 WED 12TH

12 NOON

7.30PM

REQUIEM: MICHAEL SMALL RIP

NOVENA TO OMPS
THUR 13TH

2 NOON

WEEK 19 IN ORDINARY TIME   
FRI 14TH

 12 NOON  

REQUIEM: JOHN MCADAM RIP   
SAT 15TH

 12 NOON  

WEEK 19 IN ORDINARY TIME   
CONFESSIONS: SATURDAY 3.45PM-4.30PM

LIVESTREAM NOTICE

Please note all scheduled Masses are livestreamed (unless eg for a funeral we are requested not to). Those sitting in the first two pews and those using the centre aisle for Communion are visible on screen.

If you would like to avoid the camera, please use the side aisles.

(You can find out more about livestreaming including the default view from  the camera by clicking here)

MASS INTENTIONS - PLEASE NOTE

IF YOU REQUIRE A PARTICULAR DATE EG: FOR ANNIVERSARIES, PLEASE GIVE AT LEAST 4 WEEKS NOTICE TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. 

This is due to increased demand and fewer priests available to say Masses.

If you are gift aiding your DONATION, please indicate this on the Mass Intention envelope.

PRAYER AND MASS INTENTIONS:

PLEASE NOTE: All Masses will be said privately by the confrères.

The intentions requested are published below.  

INTENTIONS FOR THIS WEEK: 

All parishioners, Intentions of donors, Iciar Mosquera RIP (anniversary), Pauline Caulfield RIP (birthday), Vincent Brian Walsh & family RIP,  Angela Roberts RIP, McCartney family & friends RIP

MASS INTENTIONS SAID LAST WEEK NOT PREVIOUSLY LISTED:

Intentions of donors, Norman Larkin RIP

WE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE RECENTLY DIED: 

John McAdam RIP

ALSO, THOSE WHOSE ANNIVERSARIES OCCUR AROUND THIS TIME INCLUDING:

Iciar Mosquera,

Fr John McCann C.Ss.R., Fr John Connolly C.Ss.R.,  Fr John Berry C.Ss.R., Fr Thomas Wrangham C.Ss.R., Rev Br Joseph Cotter C.Ss.R., Br Matthew Holohan C.Ss.R

We pray for all those who are housebound and sick including: 

Evelyn A, Anne M, Deborah P,  Br Benjamin, Josie S, Margaret M, Kay W, Bertha F, Molly McT, Irene McL, Eileen G, Marion O’C, Bridie A, Pat McC, Geraldine C, Jackie G

SICK LIST NOTICE

If you would like your name or the name of a friend or relative on the parish list of prayers for those who are sick, please contact the parish office, forms are available in the porch, at reception or by clicking here. This is necessary to make sure the church takes proper care of your information and complies with current data protection law.

Names will only be included for those for whom we have consent.

COMMUNION AT HOME

Communion at home is offered to anyone who cannot physically get to church. A lay minister will be happy to come to you.

Please contact or call the parish office, on 722 1180.

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FROM FR TIM

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THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:

Last week I shared a meditation of Teilhard de Chardin as my thought for the week and this week I return to his spirituality because I find it so refreshing when I compare it with some of the negative spirituality which infiltrated Christianity down through the centuries. This remarkable French Jesuit stood in awe as he contemplated the wonder and enormity of the universe and wrote about the ‘Divine Milieu’

A copy of the Divine Millieu is accessible via Internet archives (simply type into a seach engine)

Please see the paper version of the newsletter for an explanation of its meaning.

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MICHAEL SMALL RIP

The Funeral of Michael Small RIP will take place on Wednesday 12 August at 12.00 noon. 

JOHN MCADAM RIP

The funeral of John McAdam RIP will take place on Friday 14 August at 12.00 noon.

WEDNESDAY LUNCH

The next Wednesday Lunch will take place on 12 August at 12.30pm in the Fisher-More Hall. Come and join us for soup and a sandwich. All welcome.

DONATIONS FOR SOUTH LIVERPOOL FOOD BANK:

Donations can be made at the Monastery Monday-Friday, 9.00am—4.00pm. They particularly need tinned meat, cereal, fish, fruit juice, long-life milk, custard and rice pudding.

ARCHDIOCESAN WHATSAPP CHANNEL:

Stay Connected – Join the Archdiocese WhatsApp Channel: Keep up to date with the latest news, events and announcements from the Archdiocese of Liverpool. Receive regular updates direct to your phone and never miss what's happening across the archdiocese: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb8B5Hu2f3EJJwDzn72z

CANTONESE RCIA (RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS)

廣東話 成人慕道班. We warmly invite individuals who are interested in exploring the Catholic faith to join us on this faith journey. Baptised Catholics are also welcome. 我們誠意邀請對天主教信仰有興趣的人士加入我們的慕道之旅;亦歡迎已領洗的天主教徒參加再慕道

📅 Date: Begins 22 August ends 16 May.

Zoom Sessions: Tuesdays, 8.00–9.30pm.

Physical Gatherings: Every third Saturday of the month, 11.00am–12.30pm at The Metropolitan Cathedral.

For Enquiries/Contact: Flora 07403489931/Candy 07488585588.

GUILD OF ST STEPHEN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES

📅 Date: 25–31 OCTOBER 2026.

The cost is £600 per person (sharing) or £750 for a single room, and includes coach travel, four nights' full-board accommodation in a three-star hotel, and an excursion programme. (Travel insurance and the ETIAS visa are not included.) The pilgrimage is open to those aged 18–70, with a spiritual leader to be confirmed.

For more information, please contact Rose Curry on 07932 729896.

PERUVIAN FUNDRAISER

📅 Date: Saturday, 22nd August, at 12.30 pm (following Mass at 12 Noon)

📍St. Helen’s Church Parish Centre, L23 7TQ

A  fundraiser will be held for Fr. Simon Cadwallader's parish in Peru. There will be a short video showing life in Fr. Simon’s Parish, Our Lady Queen of Peace. For your extra enjoyment there will also be an ‘animated’ exhibition of paintings by local artist, Marion Smith. Tea/Coffee/Cakes available, as well as Stalls and a Hamper Raffle. Come along and enjoy a wonderful afternoon for a great cause!

ADVENTUROUS ACCOMPANIMENT DAY WORKSHOP

📅 Date:  19 September

📍Meet:  St Margaret Clitherow Centre.

"In the relationship of accompaniment, [we] are provided a space in which [we] can come to deeply know the love of Jesus Christ through friendship, guidance, and authenticity..."

Whether you are new to the concept of accompaniment, or regularly incorporate it, this workshop is for you. There is no cost and we would just ask that you bring your own lunch.

Sign up here https://forms.office.com/e/9zxSLAndhm.

For enquiries, please contact Moses Mui Training coordinator at .

ASSISTED DYING - CONTACT YOUR MP:

A Private Members' Bill has been reintroduced to parliament seeking to legalise assisted dying - the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill. There will be a crucial vote on Friday 11 September.

Please contact your MP to make your voice heard to oppose this Bill.
You can read Archbishop John's statement on the reintroduction of this bill or find out more information from CBCEW below.

For more information and resources, visit:

www.cbcew.org.uk/opposing-assisted-suicide/ and   https://righttolife.org.uk/Sept11vote. 

CATHEDRAL DIAMOND JUBILEE FLOWER FESTIVAL 2027

You can help make our Cathedral bloom for the Flower Festival by making a £30 donation to sponsor an orchid for a pew-end display. As a thank you for your generosity, you will be invited to write a short personal message, dedication, or remembrance. Your note will be attached to your orchid, creating a meaningful and personal part of the festival display, and best of all you can take it home once the festival is over. To register your interest, please contact Claire in Cathedral House at

FAITH INTO ACTION – VOLUNTEERING WITH CAFOD:

Would you like to volunteer for CAFOD and make a difference in the lives of countless people in poverty throughout the world? You can help in your parish, local schools and in other interesting ways.

If you’re interested in joining CAFOD’s community of volunteers for a better world, please get in touch on or 07779 804 241.

LIVESIMPLY TOGETHER

We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others

International Youth Day – 12 August 2026. The theme this year is "Different Contexts, Common Aspirations".

This recognises that young people everywhere share common hopes. It focuses on how to empower young people in least developed countries, places who face disproportionate challenges from economic constraints and climate change.  For more information visit https://social.desa.un.org/issues/youth/events/international-youth-day-2026.

What can we do locally in our work life and in our parishes to provide young people with opportunities?  

Is there more we can be doing to live sustainably and to promote climate resilience?

ADDITIONAL NEWS ITEMS

For the latest CTMH bulletin (15.7.2026) click here   (No newsletter this week - however, please note that the Walking group will be meeting details below)

📅 Date:   August 10th 2026

📍Location:  Liverpool South Parkway at 10.10am to catch the 10.25am train to Brunswick.


The walk is just under 4mile. Walking along the historic South Liverpool Docks proceeding on to Otterspool Promenade ending in Walk to St Ann's Aigburth  Church. We expect to arrive at the church between 12.30pm and 1pm. where your packed lunch can eaten tea and coffee will be provided.
 
Throughout the walk various historical facts will be provided, and in the church a brief history of the church and its organ will be given followed by an organ recital.
 
For those going straight to church by train Aigburth Station is near to the church. Upon leaving the station turn right up Mersey Road then left on Aigburth Road 5 min walk. Or the 82 bus stops right outside church. 
 
For those wishing to do a short walk after lunch, there will be an opportunity to walk to Sudley House.
 
NB. For more info email   or ring Ken or Jenny Holden on 0151 722 5153.   If you use the email Ken and Jenny can add you to the walking group mailing list, for the latest information on walks including last minute cancellations if the weather is bad.
 

Parish (last updated 10.7.2026)

"Yes we remember" a poem marking Bishop Ralph's Golden Anniversary of Ordination added.

Archdiocese (including Nugent) (last updated 7.8.2026)

latest news on Adoremus 2026, Look, listen and love at St Joseph's prayer centre,  St Francis jubilee pilgrimage walk and Mass, young adults Mass and dinner with Archbishop Sherrington, Cathedral organ recitals updated. Details of 2 vacancies within the Archdiocese IT department. An update of the Lourdes pilgrimage, and a visit of the Pilkington choir to St Francis of Assisi

National (last updated 30.7.2026)

Information on a prayer evening with the A[ostolic Nuncio and the centenary celebration for the opening of St Patrick added.

Community  (last updated 8.7.2026)

Items deleted Others rearranged, new Love to Move date included plus detauls of job opportunities at Asylum link, and a visit of the Pilkington choir to St Francis of Assisi

Prayer and Spirituality(last updated 7.8.26)

Papal prayer video added,  Feast of the Annuncitaion on th 16th August, latest news on Adoremus 2026, Look, listen and love at St Joseph's prayer centre,  St Francis jubilee pilgrimage walk and Mass, young adults Mass and dinner with Archbishop Sherrington

General Interest (last updated 7.8.2026)

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