The proposed pilgrimage to Rome & Assisi

IS NOW CANCELLED.

There were not enough people interested in this trip, so I have had to cancel it.

INSTEAD

I now propose a pilgrimage to Lourdes

This will be in conjunction with the Salford Diocese, but we will travel independently. I propose an 8-day trip, I cannot give you the costings until next week, as Adrian Duffy is out of the country until Sunday.

The dates will be 30th JULY - 6th AUGUST 2026 inc.

If you are interested, please add your name to the list at the back of the church.

Charity Clothes box

Thank you for all the contributions to the charity clothes box, it has already needed to be emptied.  Please keep up the great work and support this great charitable work.

Relics of St Carlo Acutis to Visit Diocese of Salford
In January, the relics of St Carlo Acutis will be hosted at two of our churches over five days, during which time the Diocese will welcome schools, parishioners and people from all over for veneration.
Carlo is the first millennial saint, and is celebrated for his profound faith and his use of the internet to log Eucharistic miracles from around the world. He was passionate about spreading the teachings of the Catholic Church up until his death from leukaemia at the age of 15.
The relics will be presented at St Mary’s Church, Burnley from 28-29 January 2026 before they travel to St Patrick’s Church, Collyhurst from 30 January to 1 February 2026. More information will be shared soon with parishes and on the Diocesan website and social media channels.

Mass for Engaged Couples to be celebrated by Bishop John Arnold
On Saturday 14 February, Bishop John will be celebrating a special Mass for engaged couples across the diocese. The Mass provides couples with an opportunity to seek God's blessing to guide and strengthen them during this time of preparation. Newly-married couples are also invited to receive a blessing in their first year of marriage. The Mass will take place at St Patrick's Church in Collyhurst on Saturday 14 February 2026 at 1:30pm.

WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY –

Takes place from 18th to 25th January 2026. There will be a prayer breakfast on Saturday 17th January in Sacred Heart hall 8,30 – 10am and a joint ecumenical service on Sunday 25th January in Uppermill Methodist church starting at 11am. All welcome.

ALSO,

The week for Christian Unity in Mossley will be Sunday 18th January 2026 until Sunday 26th January 2026 with a service on Sunday 18th January 2026 at 3-00pm at Mossley Methodist Church.

Are you interested in “The Alpha Course”?

This is a series of meetings designed to provide you with an opportunity to learn more about Christianity. There is a meeting to promote this Programme in Mossley on Sunday, 25th January 2026, at 1- 00 pm at Mossley Methodist Church. All Welcome!

Sacramental Programme 2025/26 - Holy Communion

The dates for our childrens meetings are as follows, all to take place in the church meeting room.

• 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

1st Prize – Geraldine Kirkup

2nd Prize – Annir Ratchford

3rd Prize – M. GALLAGHER

As always thank you

for your support.

Mossley – Knit and Crochet Group- Meets every Wednesday in the parish meeeting room 10am -12 noon. All welcome.

Now meeting again.

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.