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This newsletter starts  21.7.2024

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LOURDES DEPARTURE

All those going to Lourdes on Friday, PLEASE note the times that were given to you are departure times.  We cannot afford to be waiting for anyone, Please, be at least 15 minutes early, so we can make our departures on time.

Thank you.

Lourdes 2024 Thanks to everyone for letting me know where you will be picked up from, this means we do not leave anyone behind.  Please note the times given are for DEPARTURE, we MUST be on time.

Salford Lourdes Pre-Departure Mass

Here is the information, if you would like to go. Join us on Sunday 21st July as we gather together in prayer for the Pre-Departure Mass of our diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes. Whether you’re travelling to Lourdes or are looking to join in prayer at home, you are welcome to the Mass at 5.30pm at St Patrick’s church, Collyhurst. 

Mass will be celebrated by Canon Michael Cooke along with clergy from the diocese, with music from our wonderful Lourdes Choir. There will be refreshments and a chance to catch up with friends after Mass.

Plastic Free July How are you getting on?

Plastic Free July: Some More Ideas

Save Soft fruit Punnets: Reuse them as seed trays for planting seedlings instead of small plastic pots. Use toilet roll tubes in the same way.

Buy a reusable coffee cup: Even cardboard disposable cups are lined with plastic, making them hard to recycle. Also many cafes offer a discount if you bring your own cup.

Loose the Wet Wipes: Use washable cotton cloths to wipe kitchen or bathroom surfaces.

Ditch the Cling Film: Put a plate on top of a bowl of cut vegetables or leftovers in the fridge to keep them fresh, or use kitchen foil.

And Finally: Use what you have at the moment for as long as possible. When the time comes to replace things, look for non-plastic alternatives. You will be surprised what you can get in metal, wood and glass.

Don’t forget the website: everyday plastic.org

You might think that “your” small effort is not worth it, but when millions do their little bit it becomes a massive measure of co-operation and does indeed make a huge  impact on the environment.

Early Notice – From this Friday…..

Mass times while Fr Jim is in Lourdes.

There will be no weekday Masses from Friday 26th July to Friday 2nd August, inclusive.

Weekend of 27/28th of July there will be a retiring collection for the work of the Society of African Missionaries.

They will be covering the masses that weekend, and I ask you to be as generous as you can, to support the vital work they do across the Africa.


WEEKLY ONLINE MEDITATIONS FROM THE BRIERY:

Join us for a short meditation on the Sunday Gospel from 7.30pm to 8.15pm on Thursdays. The Zoom opens at 7.15pm for a chat. All are welcome. Register for Zoom link by emailing: admin@briery.org.uk or call 01943 607287.


Lourdes 2024

Thank you to all those who responded to my email regarding pick up points.

Please make sure on the day we travel; you have your passport and boarding cards are with your cabin/carry on luggage.

 

Free Webinar - Promoting and supporting integration and wellbeing of refugee children 
To mark World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Caritas in partnership with the Caritas Social Action Network, will be hosting a national webinar aimed at equipping communities with the knowledge, skills and resources to effectively support children who are refugees or seeking asylum.

The webinar is aimed at teachers, school leaders, school family support workers, social workers, counsellors, therapists and governors. Clergy and others involved in supporting people in their local community would also find the session beneficial.  

The webinar will take place online on Wednesday 25 September at 4pm. To book your place and find out more, visit https://www.caritassalford.org.uk/event/welcoming-classrooms/

For your information

Funeral arrangements for Rev Peter Rudd

The Requiem Mass for the late Peter Rudd will  be on Thursday 25th July, at 12:30pm, here at the Sacred Heart.  This requiem will be offered by the Vicar General of Leeds, Monsignor Paul Fisher.

Peter’s body will be brought into Church on Wednesday evening 24th at 7pm with reception Mass.  For those who may not be able to join us for the requiem on the 25th, this is an opportunity in giving thanks to God for Peter’s life and work in Saddleworth, and here at Sacred Heart.

Refreshments will be served in the parish centre after the Requiem Mass and the family have asked that as many people stay, so that the family can thank you for your kindness to them since Peter’s death.

Pilgrimage to Walsingham in Reparation and Prayer for the Sanctity of Life: Saturday 3rd August. Led By Bishop David Oakley, 12Noon Mass. Coaches leaving from Shipley, Harehills and Crossgates.  For booking call Kate on 07505 767415 or visit www.prolifepilgrimage.org  Follow online at walsingham.org.uk/live-stream/


Mass times this week

TAKE SPECIAL NOTICE AS TIMES HAVE CHANGED

Monday No MASS

Tuesday9:30 expo 10 am Mass

Wednesday No MASS

Thursday Mass 9:15am Leavers Mass for year six.

Friday No MAS

Saturday 12:15am Mossley

Saturday 6pm Uppermill

Sunday 9:30 am Uppermill

Sunday  11.00 am Mossley

Medjugorje pilgrimage

Northern Star travel have a number of pilgrimages to Medjugorje this year. Places go fast so please consider booking as soon as possible if interested. They have 5 or 8 day trips. 17th September or 19th October. Mary is not organising a group pilgrimage this year (due to being unable to plan ahead at the moment) but it is possible to join one going already with Northern Star. It really is an amazing place and you won’t be disappointed.

Adoremus 2024
The 2024 National Eucharistic Congress - Adoremus 2024 - is set to take place on Saturday 14 September 2024 at St Mary's College, Oscott.
Each diocese has been granted a small number of places to join in this wonderful celebration but places are extremely limited. 
Fr Richard Howard has kindly taken on the task of organising our diocesan visit this year and finding key people to represent our diocese at the Congress, as guided by Bishop John. One of the groups we are hoping will represent us this year are catechists.
If you have any catechists in your parish who might be interested in attending, please contact Fr Richard directly at richard.howard@dioceseofsalford.org.uk

Radio Maria 
*We have been contacted by Radio Maria England with the request to share the following notice:

Radio Maria England is thrilled to announce that it has begun broadcasting on digital radio in Stockport and some Greater Manchester areas. In addition to digital radio, anyone can tune into Radio Maria England via their free mobile app, website, or through the Alexa Smart Speaker. 

Radio Maria England is a Catholic radio station that aims to inspire, educate, and inform listeners about the Catholic faith and make the message of the Gospel accessible to all, wherever they are. 

 

Coffee is served after Mass on a Sunday morning, please join us if you are able.

A Reminder

Baptisms – only by appointment, please phone Fr Jim

Weddings – If you are planning to get married the Church requires six months’ notice of your intentions.


Get Social 
Are you aged 18-35? Are you looking to celebrate your faith with other young Catholic adults across the diocese? Give the Diocese of Salford Young Adults Ministry a follow on Instagram! For the latest on upcoming events, opportunities to connect and get involved, as well as regular content and resources to nurture your faith life on the go, simply search @salfordyouth on Instagram.

Retreat for young people

“Reasons for believing”

There is a retreat being organized for young people between the ages of 16—30 years, at Ampleforth Abby, from 29th July—2nd August.   If you would like to know more, there a poster at the back of church as well as some information to take away. Please pick one up.


Masses received this week.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE
FOLLOWING INTENTIONS.        

Lately Deceased

Matty Byrne

Rev Peter Rudd

Tony Orange

 

Anniversaries

Josef Flaschka, Joan Anderton, Lydia Gartside,Special Intentions

special intention For Lee Joseph Walker

Special Intention for JBT


Sunday Morning Coffee

Every Week after Sunday Mass, we have coffee for about half an hour. Please come and join us if you are able.  It's a great time to catch up and have a chat.


A reminder – on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, there is half an our of Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament, if you can join us that would be wonderful. If you are unable to come to church but would like to join in this prayer time, it is live streamed – please go to the web site and follow the link to the live streaming.

Pilgrimage to

Walsingham
The Diocese of Salford is now accepting bookings for our 2024 pilgrimage to Walsingham. If you would like to join next year's pilgrimage, bring along a group, or help as a volunteer, please fill out a booking form, available at https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/walsingham-2024. You can get in touch by calling 0161 817 2214 or emailing walsingham@pilgrimage@dioceseofsalford.org.uk