St Mary’s, St Benedict’s
& St Oswald’s Newsletter
Sunday 1st February 2015
Archbishop Malcolm McMahon
Our Benedictine heritage
Fourth Sunday of the Year
Parish Priest: Fr John Devine
website: stmarysandstbenedictswarrington.co.uk
St Benedict’s Church is open Monday - Friday 9.00am – 4.30pm for Private Prayer (Exc. Bank Holidays)
St Mary’s
St Benedict’s
St Oswald’s
Buttermarket Street,
Warrington. WA1 2NS
Tel 01925 635664
[email protected]
Rhodes Street,
Warrington. WA2 7QE
Tel 01925 630127
[email protected]
Deacons: M Birchall & D Boyle
Padgate Lane,
Warrington. WA1 3LB
Tel 01925 813248
[email protected]
Deacons: T Kerrigan & M Oxley
Mass Times for Sunday 1st February – Sunday 8th February 2015
31
St Mary’s
6.00pm
Mass: Leopoldo Baylen
Fourth Sunday of the Year
Sunday
1
2
3
4
Thursday
5
Friday
6
Saturday
7
8.30am
10.00am
11.00am
11.30am
3.30pm
12.10pm
12.10pm
9.30am
12.10pm
12.10pm
12.45pm
9.00am
12.10pm
10 – 12
12.10pm
6.00pm
8.30am
10.00am
11.00am
11.30am
3.30pm
Mass: Austin & Kath Hardman
Mass: Parishioners
Mass: Nadine Davis
Mass: John Robinson (LD)
Polish Mass
Mass: Anthony Cullen
Mass: Marjorie Dirollo (LD)
Mass: Thanksgiving - a successful op.
Requiem Mass: Marcel Bringau
Mass: Birdie Curley
Funeral Service: Molly Beechall
Mass:Thanksgiving-St Martin de Porres
Mass: Peter Postlethwaite
Confessions
Mass: Private Intention
Mass: Parishioners
Mass: Mary Bates
Mass: Arthur Brindle (Anniv)
Mass: Carole Lawless
Mass: Len Gilfedder (Anniv)
Polish Mass
Fourth Sunday of the Year
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
St Oswald’s
St Benedict’s
St Oswald’s
St Mary’s
St Benedict’s
St Mary’s
St Mary’s
St Benedict’s
St Mary’s
St Mary’s
St Benedict’s
St Oswald’s
St Mary’s
St Mary’s
Saturday
st
(1 Mass of Sunday)
st
(1 Mass of Sunday)
Sunday
8
St Oswald’s
St Benedict’s
St Oswald’s
St Mary’s
St Benedict’s
Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
St Agatha (Virgin/Martyr)
St Paul Miki & Companions (Martyrs)
Memorial
Fifth Sunday of the Year
Fifth Sunday of the Year
EUCHARISTIC SERVICES THIS WEEK
(New Time) - St Benedict’s 9.30am Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
St Oswald’s 9.00am Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & 10.30am Saturday
TODAYS SUNDAY READINGS: 1st Reading: Deuteronomy 18: 15-20
2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 7: 32-35
Gospel: Mark 1: 21-28
COMMUNION ANTIPHON:
Memorial
Let your face shine on your servant, and
save me by your love. Lord, keep me from
shame, for I have called to you.
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Liverpool. Charity Number 232709
LET US REMEMBER IN PRAYER
Our Sick: Baby Elijah, Baby Sofia, Amy Antrobus, June Archer, Angela Athey, Diane Avis,
Luciano Bartolo, Christopher Browne, Wyn Byrom, Catherine Carne, Irene Casey,
Josephine Clare, Joe Clarke, Patrick Cullen, Sue Disley, Emily Dunnico, Janet Gibson,
Henry Harrison, Noah Horrigan, Peter Howl, James & Mary Keenan, Veronica Keenan,
Lily Kelly, Agnes Leigh, Sheila Lightfoot, Margaret Little, Doreen Lloyd, Tiiana Majewska,
Rebecca Marsden, Rose Marston, Conor Martin, Mary Massey, George Mockler, Mike Moffat,
Jean Molphy, Albert & Joan Myatt, Judith McDowall, Celia McKay, Norma McKeon, Maureen O’Connor,
Arthur Pinto, Elizabeth Rigby, Kate Rigby, Trevor Roberts, Margaret Russell-Cruise, Lena Sampson, Mary
Seymour, David Sharples, Julie Shaw, Valery Smith, Mark Stacey, Martin Staddon, Antonia Stafford,
Phil Taylor, Paul Thomas, Paul Vernon, Paul Walker, Victor Washby, Isolina Woods.
Those to whom we take Communion at home: Beryl Campbell, Edie Crompton, Mr & Mrs Curley,
Elaine Farrington, Nora Lingley, Thomas Ireland, Olga Kovuniak, Jim Malone, Jeff & Trina Mousdale,
Dorothy McCarthy, Sally O’Connor, Barbara Preston, Catherine Rutter, Sandra Ann Smyth,
Brenda Snelson, Kay Thompson and Sheila Toft.
Our Elderly and in care: Jean Duncalf, Amy Dutton, Mrs Fairclough, Pat Gordon, Marney Hampson,
Irene Monks, Aurelie Newton, Olive Williams, James Malone, Peppina Vella & Ann Wilson.
All those who request our prayers: for all who have died recently; Molly Beechall, Brian Bloomfield,
Marcel Bringau, Margaret Crosbie, Gordon Hargreaves, Rita Lapin, Winifred Marczak, George Mockler,
Marion Walsh and those whose anniversaries occur about this time, all who mourn.
“COME & SEE”
ST BENEDICT’S
Tuesdays at 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start
in the Holy Family Chapel
Following the Rite for the Christian Initiation of
Adults (RCIA), the Church's official route for those
wishing to explore the faith of the Catholic Church,
also for anyone who would like to deepen and
explore their own faith further. Sessions are led by
a team of parishioners who share their faith with
enquirers. If you prefer to talk to someone about it
first please speak to Fr Devine on 630127 or contact
Michele Walker on 07900 581784. A warm welcome
awaits you.
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT
FRIDAY 6th FEBRUARY 2015
3.00 – 4.00 pm at St Benedict’s
NOVENA & BENEDICTION (St Oswald’s)
Thursdays at 7.30pm with Holy Communion.
MEDITATION (St Benedict’s)
Fridays at 6.45pm in the Holy Family Chapel
Requiem Mass for George Mockler
Monday 16th February, 12.10pm at St Mary’s
Sung Mass: Extract of Faure’s Requiem
RESPONDING TO THE CALL
VOCATION DISCERNMENT GROUP
To support those exploring Vocations to the
Priesthood in our diocese, a monthly day of
recollection has been organised for the first Saturday
of each month. These days help men who feel called
to ordained ministry to discover more about diocesan
priesthood and meet others discerning a call to
priesthood. The first of these days takes place on
Saturday 7th February at St Charles’ Presbytery, 224
Aigburth Road, Liverpool.
Enquiries to Fr James Preston on 0151 727 2493 or
email [email protected]
ST MARY’S PARISH COUNCIL STEERING GROUP
Nominations are still invited for parishioners who
wish to serve on the Parish Council. Forms are
available at the back of church, to be returned ASAP.
If you are considering this but are not sure what is
involved, speak to Fr Devine or ask to see the Terms
of reference. If sufficient nominations are received to
proceed with arrangements in the coming week, the
first meeting is scheduled for Monday 9 th February at
7.00pm in the Music Room. If more time is needed, a
new date will be announced.
MASS INTENTIONS / OFFERINGS St Oswald’s
currently have approx. 45 outstanding Mass requests.
Please accept their apologies if your Mass request has
not yet been fulfilled. They hope to allocate dates as
soon as possible.
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Liverpool. Charity Number 232709
ST BENEDICT’S CENTENARY PARISH OUTING
MANCHESTER SHIP CANAL CRUISE
Wednesday 17th June
All those who had expressed interest in going are
listed at the back of church at St Benedict’s. If your
name is not on that list please contact Celia at
St Benedict’s to have your name added. Those already
listed please confirm your place by paying your
deposit or cross out your name if you are unable to
go. The number of places have to be confirmed by
Friday 20th February. The cost of coach transport and
the cruise is £40p.p. Please see Chris Sykes after Mass
at St Benedict’s or hand it into the parish office at
St Benedict’s a.s.a.p. Thank you.
EVENTS AT THE
METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL
OF CHRIST THE KING
‘LIVING JOYFULLY’ – 3 DAY EVENT
Friday 5th – Sunday 8th February
To mark the ‘Year of Consecrated Life 2015’, the religious
of the Archdiocese are organising a 3 day event. Friday’s
activities from 10.00 am – 2.30pm are for children in years
10 – 13 of school. Introducing children to ‘different
flavours of consecrated life’ with games, music, moments
of prayer and reflection and a tour of the cathedral.
On Saturday afternoon, there were to be similar
activities for adults aged 18 years and upwards. The
Cathedral will be open on Saturday morning and Sunday
until a short time after the 11.00am Mass for visitors to see
the stalls and displays.
MARRIAGE & FAMILY LIFE
Archbishop Malcolm McMahon
Invites you to the annual
‘Celebratory Mass of Marriage and Family Life’
at the Liverpool Metropolitan cathedral
Sunday 8th February 2015 at 11.00 am
All welcome.
CIVIC MASS – Sunday 15th February 11.00am
This year Archbishop Malcolm McMahon OP will be the
chief celebrant.
FOODBANK APPEAL
Most urgently needed: Cartons of Fruit Juice, Cream
crackers/savoury biscuits, Evaporated or condensed
milk, UHT milk (semi or full), Rice, Sugar, Coffee, Jam,
“pasta’n sauce” or other dried ready meals, Baby Milk 1,
2 and 3.
Also needed: Noodles, Savoury Rice,(Tinned: Vegetables,
Tomatoes, Spaghetti & Meats), Instant Mash, Baked
beans, Soup, Tea bags, coffee, sugar & Breakfast cereals.
All kinds of ladies & men’s toiletries and soap/detergents
etc.
Donations can be left with either
of the three parishes.
Thank you for your continued generosity.
MASS IN HONOUR OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES
Wednesday 11th February at 7.30 pm at The Church
of Christ the King, Childwall. The main Celebrant
will be Bishop Tom Williams. Everyone welcome.
‘DO YOU LOVE ME?’
by Bishop Brian Noble (See Poster)
Tuesday 17th February, 6.30pm -8.30pm
Everyone is welcome to come and find out about
this response to Pope Francis’ call for everyone to
have an intimate relationship with Christ. To attend
RSVP to [email protected] or tel 0151 5221040.
POPE FRANCIS MISSION INTENTIONS
PRAYER FOR FEBRUARY
That married people who are separated may find
welcome and support in the Christian community.
DIVORCED / SEPARATED SUPPORT from the
Archdiocesan Marriage and Family Life Department
(pastoral Formation). Meetings to offer pastoral
support to people who are divorced or separated, or
experience the breakdown of a marriage or a long
term relationship, start in February. See poster for
details or contact Frances Trotman on 0151 727 2195
COMMUNITY LIFE
ST OSWALD’S LADIES GROUP next meet this
Thursday (5th) at 8.15pm in the Parish Club Lounge.
JUST MEN (St Benedict’s) Breakfast and lively debate
Saturday 7th February, 9.30am in the Sacristy. First
Saturday each month; breakfast, discussion and
outings. New members welcome.
200 CLUB WINNERS: 18th Jan – no.42 Diane Berry
25th Jan – no.15 Chris McGann
DICK WHITTINGTON
Presented by St Benedict’s Drama Club
Held at St Benedict’s Social Centre
Wednesday 18, Thursday 19
& Friday 20 February
Doors open at 7.00pm for a 7.30pm start
Tickets £3.00 (Wed / Thur), £3.50 (Fri)
Tickets available from Miriam on 234342 or the
parish office 630127.
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Liverpool. Charity Number 232709
GOSPEL REFLECTION
Jesus Teaches with Authority (Mark 1:21-28)
Scripture Readings
The Week Ahead
Monday
Malachy 3:1-4
Luke 2: 22-40
Tuesday
Hebrews 12:1-4
Mark 5: 21-43
Wednesday Hebrews 12:4-7,11-15
Mark 6: 1-6
Thursday Hebrews 12: 18-19,21-24
Mark 6: 7-13
Friday
Saturday
Hebrews 13-1-8
Mark 6: 14-29
Hebrews 13:15-17
Mark 6: 30-34
After spending a few minutes considering this Gospel, continue by reading
Fr Henry Wansbrough’s reflection.
The growing authority of Jesus is the theme of the early part of Mark’s gospel and
today’s story is an excellent illustration of this. Jesus has already called the disciples.
He calls and they simply follow: it seems that he is a total stranger to them, yet has
such authority that they drop everything to follow him. Now in the synagogue he
teaches on his own authority. He does not quote the interpretations of others, as
rabbinic teachers did, saying, “Rabbi X says this,” “Rabbi Y says that”. No, Jesus
teaches, “I say to you….” He seems to be master even of the Law. But it is God’s
Law. Only God has authority over it, so who does Jesus think he is? On one level he
is a teacher to be compared with Moses, one who is to come into the world, the
teacher prophesied in today’s first reading. But he is more than this. To confirm the
power of his teaching, he shows what authority he has by overcoming an unclean
spirit, wringing from it the snivelling protest, “Have you come to destroy us?” and the
acknowledgement that he has a special link with God.
Sunday
Job 7: 1-4, 6-7
1 Corinthians 9: 16-19, 22-23
Mark 1: 29-39
What are the qualities of a good teacher?
How does Jesus, the good teacher, reveal his authority?
Dom Henry Wansbrough OSB
This reflection is taken from “The Wednesday Word”
PIETY SHOP
FREE CATHOLIC PICTORIAL
The February edition of the Catholic Pictorial, the
official publication of the Archdiocese, is now
available, FREE OF CHARGE, at the back of
church.
Cards, rosaries, gifts etc.
available after Mass at
St Benedict’s
and St Oswald’s
Eucharistic Ministers please take one to the sick
ST OSWALD’S SOCIAL CENTRE
The Week Ahead
Sunday
Monday
9.00pm Quiz – Concert Room
2.00pm Sequence Dancing
7.30pm Line Dancing
Tuesday
9.00pm Quiz – Lounge
Wednesday 8.00pm Bingo
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Thank you.
ST BENEDICT’S SOCIAL CENTRE
The Week Ahead
Sunday 8.30pm Cabaret: Shelley Timmins-Personality vocal
Monday
6.00pm Rainbows Group
7.45pm Bingo
Tuesday
7.30pm Line Dancing (Intermediate)
Wednesday 7.00pm Drama Group (Rainbow Room
Thursday
7.00pm Line Dancing (Beginners)
Parish Finance – Thank you for your offerings for the 25th January
Second Collection today: Catholic Education Service
St Mary’s
£638.58 (£228.50 Gift Aid & £166.27 W’kday)
£125.87 Nugent Care Crib Appeal
St Benedict’s
£368.01 (£174.92 Gift Aid)
£101.53 Missionaries of Charity -Coffees
£105.00 Centenary Fund from Quiz
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Liverpool. Charity Number 232709
St Oswald’s
£495.04 (£270.67 Gift Aid)