Diocesan Synod Update - Calling Young Adults
As we continue the implementation stage of
our Diocesan Synod, we're calling on young adults across the diocese to join
one of a number of working groups that will explore how best to implement the
recommendations of our Diocesan Synod. Join us 2-5pm on Sunday 23 November at
Cathedral Centre, Salford (M3 6DP), for an introductory meeting. Email youth@dioceseofsalford.org.uk to
find out more and to register.Red boxes at Mossley will be emptied between 23rd
November and 7th December.
If any need to be collected, I will collect just let me know.
Annual Christmas Party at St Joseph’s
This will take place on 10th
December, please add your name on the list at the back of church if you would
like to attend. We are asking for a donation of £5 per person.
Have you any unwanted gifts?
Please bring them into the sacristy.
November – Praying for the deceased.
As usual, we will pray especially for the deceased
members of our family and friends at each mass we celebrate.
There is a form at the back of church for you to list
loved ones you wish to pray for. At the
beginning of November please place them in the basket provided.
Thank you.
Service of
Remembrance for Lives Cut Short
There will be a Service of Remembrance for Lives Cut
Short held at Manchester Cathedral next month, which will honour and
commemorate those who have died as a result of homicide. Organised by the
friends and families of those lost in this tragic way, the service will take
place on Monday 24th November at 7.30pm. Any person wishing to commemorate a
loved one by name as part of the service is invited to contact organiser Steve
Williams on 07757 441377 or st.gab.prest@gmail.com
Newsletter
from Diocesan Vocations Team
The Diocese of Salford's vocations team is delighted to share its latest
newsletter exploring updates on vocations to diocesan ministry, which includes
the priesthood and permanent diaconate. For the latest on ordinations,
inspiring vocation stories, and the latest update by numbers, please
visit https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/faith/vocations/
Sacramental Programme 2025/26 - Holy Communion
The dates for our childrens meetings are as follows, all to take place in the church meeting room.
30th November - Unit 1 - We are the Family of God,
11th January 2026 - Unit 2 We are people who pray
8th February 2026 - Unit 4 (tie in with Lent) We are people who follow Jesus
8th March 2026 - unit 3 we are people who Celebrate God's Word
26th April 2026 - Unit 5 - We are people who celebrate forgiveness. Sacrament of reconciliation on Friday 2nd May after Mass?
9th May 2026 - Unit 6 We are the Body of Christ - including rehearsal for First Communion.
SATURDAY 16th May 2026 - FIRST HOLY COMMUNION 10:30am - FA Cup Final day.
Weekday Mass
I would like to encourage you, if you are able, to join us for weekday masses on Wednesday and Friday at Sacred Heart and Tuesday and Thursday at St Joseph’s, Mossley. I always think that beginning the day with holy Mass is a great way to begin any day. Why not think about it and come along to join us?
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Confirmation dates for the next academic year.
Parents meeting: Tuesday, 3rd, St Edward's. 7pm
Student Session 1 - Wed. 11th March
Student Session 2 - Wed. 18th March
Student Session 3 - Wed. 25th March
Holy Week and Easter Hols
Student Session 4 - Wed. 22nd April
Student Session 5 - Wed. 29th April
Student Session 6 - Wed. 6th May
Student Session 7 - Wed. 13th May
Confirmation 3rd/ 4th June, 7pm
All meetings are at St Edwards in
Lees. If you require any further
information, please get in touch with Fr. Callum.
St. Joseph’s 100 club
winners
Sorry, once again I have
mislaid the winning numbers, they will appear on the newsletter next week.
Thanks for your
support!
Please remember the
five draws in November are to be paid on 1st/2nd
November.
Mossley – Knit and Crochet Group- Meets every Wednesday in the parish meeeting room 10am -12 noon. All welcome.
Uppermill Charity Shop.–
We are looking for more stock for the shop.
If you have anything you might like to donate, please either leave them
at te back of the church or, deliver them to the shop on Tuesday and Wednesday
between 9am and 12 noon, using the back door of the hall, next to the front
door of the presbytery. Many thanks, as
always.
