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2nd FEBRUARY – THE PRESENTATION OF THE LORD (C)
MASS TIMES
Monday 10.00am Weekday Mass
Tuesday 10.00pm Requiem Mass for Marion Mackay
Wednesday 10.00m Weekday Mass
Thursday 10.00am Weekday Mass
Friday 10.00am Weekday Mass
Saturday 10.00am Weekday Mass
5.30pm Vigil of Sunday Mass
Sunday 10.30am 5th Sunday in Ordinary time
CONFESSIONS AFTER 10AM MASS ON SATURDAY
Mass
Readers
Eucharistic Ministers
Saturday 1st February - Vigil
Martin
Joan S & Linda
Sunday 2nd February
Catherine L
Ronnie & Samantha
Saturday 8th February – Vigil
Joan P
Peter & Catherine K
Sunday 9th February
Paul
Catherine L & David
Masses and Prayer Intentions This Week
Lately Dead: Anne White, Marion Kathleen Mackay
Anniversaries: James Edward Denham (Eddie), Melvyn Lloyd, Michael Gallagher,
Harold Burton (B/day), Doreen Denham, David Trevor Cookson,
Others: Sayers & Riley Families & Paul & for all the sick of the Parish,
Our Lady & St. Peregrines Care and prayers to St. Blaise.
Bidding Prayers: Reader: The light of Christ
Response: has come into the world
Comments on today’s Readings:
1ST READING: A READING FROM THE PROPHET MALACHI:
The Lord comes to his temple, bringing purification and refinement. This foreshadows Jesus' presentation in the temple, where he is recognized as the Messiah. The Lord's coming is sudden and unexpected, and it will bring about a time of purification and refinement for his people.
2ND READING: FROM THE LETTER TO THE HEBREWS
Jesus becomes one of us, sharing in our humanity, to destroy the power of death and the devil. As our high priest, he sympathizes with our weaknesses and offers us mercy and forgiveness. His incarnation enables him to understand our struggles and temptations.
THE READING FROM THE HOLY GOSPEL ACCORDING TO LUKE:
Mary and Joseph present Jesus in the temple, obeying the law. Simeon and Anna recognize Jesus as the Messiah, prophesying about his future and the light he will bring to the world. Simeon's song, the Nunc Dimittis, expresses his faith and trust in God, while Anna proclaims Jesus to all who are looking for redemption.
CARITAS: THIS WEEK WE ARE HAVING A RETIRING COLLECTION FOR CARITAS – DIOCESE OF SALFORD,
OUR LOCAL CHARITY SUPPORTING ADULTS, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES EXPERIENCING POVERTY,
ISOLATION, HOMELESSNESS AND DISCRIMINATION.
Memorial Book: The following names are included for FEBRUARY:
Alan Craig (B/day), Bertram Ellis, Brenda Kelleher, Cling Craig (B/day), David Trevor Cookson, Dera Dawson, Ellen Flood, Emily Mansfield, Frank Etchells, Frank Jones Snr., Frank Jones, John Denny (B/day), Lillian Goswell, Madanena THien Nguyen, Margaret Holland, Margaret Howarth (B/day), Mary & Matthew Lee, Mary Duffy, Mary Ellen England, Maurice McMahon, Melvyn Lloyd, Nora Walsh, Reuben Glover, Robert
William Hughes, Sheila Swinburn, Sr. Delores Fallon, Veronica Jones, Yolanda Craig,
Agnes Lyons, Agnes Miller, Ken Burns.
May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God. Rest in Peace.
NOTICES
CHILDREN’S SACRAMENTAL PROGRAMME: This Sunday, the children will be attending Sunday Mass together here at St Stephen’s for their PRESENTATION MASS. They will be reading the Bidding Prayers for us and at the end of Mass they will share a hymn with us before the recessional hymn. Please keep the children in your prayers as they begin this very special time.
A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OUR NEWCOMERS: It is most encouraging to see more people in
attendance at Mass week on week. If you are one of these, we would love to know who you are and get to know you better. Perhaps you would like to join our Choir, Social Group or, you may have skills that you would wish to share and help to improve our Parish. Please stay for a chat and meet friends.
SACRAMENTS: Adults who would like to be baptised, receive first Holy Communion or Confirmation should register before the end of this month.
ALTAR SERVERS: We humbly call upon those who are willing to Serve at Mass; within the age group of the Altar Servers. Kindly meet Fr. Callistus, Toyin or Hannah if you’re interested.
WEEKDAY MASS – TEA AND COFFEE: Many thanks to Parishioners continuing to support this event on Tuesdays after Mass. There is a Requiem Mass this Tuesday so we will look forward to meeting again next Tuesday.
PIETY STALL: We have some lovely new items in stock. Please check out our display, you will not find the same items priced any lower anywhere else.
100 CLUB: The draw for January will take place this Sunday 2nd February, after Mass. By this weekend we will have paid out £1,500 in prize money since we started in September. Unfortunately, a few members have failed to pay their monthly membership. However, nobody is excluded if they miss a month, so please continue to support and any new members will be most welcome.
FOOTBALL NAME CARD: The winner of last week’s Name Card was PAULINE STEVENSON.
PARISH SOCIAL GROUP: There is a meeting this Sunday after Mass and the 100 Club Draw. Anybody wishing to join the group or stand in at the meeting you will be most welcome.
PARISH SOCIAL GROUP – FORTHCOMING EVENTS:
Friday 14th March - Quiz & Bingo Evening in the Catholic Club.
Sunday 4th May - BBQ on the front lawn at Church after Mass. Hopefully the sun will be shining.
FR. CALLISTUS IS HOME – WE ARE GRATEFUL TO OUR EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS FOR PROVIDING US WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE HOLY COMMUNION EACH WEEKDAY WHILE HE WAS AWAY.
ALSO, TO FR. STEPHEN, FR. PETER FOR CELEBRATING MASS EACH WEEKEND.
S.P.U.C: NEXT WEEK HUGH FITZPATRICK WILL BE MAKING THE ANNUAL WHITE FLOWER APPEAL
MASS TIMES
Monday 10.00am Weekday Mass
Tuesday 10.00pm Requiem Mass for Marion Mackay
Wednesday 10.00m Weekday Mass
Thursday 10.00am Weekday Mass
Friday 10.00am Weekday Mass
Saturday 10.00am Weekday Mass
5.30pm Vigil of Sunday Mass
Sunday 10.30am 5th Sunday in Ordinary time
CONFESSIONS AFTER 10AM MASS ON SATURDAY
Mass
Readers
Eucharistic Ministers
Saturday 1st February - Vigil
Martin
Joan S & Linda
Sunday 2nd February
Catherine L
Ronnie & Samantha
Saturday 8th February – Vigil
Joan P
Peter & Catherine K
Sunday 9th February
Paul
Catherine L & David
Masses and Prayer Intentions This Week
Lately Dead: Anne White, Marion Kathleen Mackay
Anniversaries: James Edward Denham (Eddie), Melvyn Lloyd, Michael Gallagher,
Harold Burton (B/day), Doreen Denham, David Trevor Cookson,
Others: Sayers & Riley Families & Paul & for all the sick of the Parish,
Our Lady & St. Peregrines Care and prayers to St. Blaise.
Bidding Prayers: Reader: The light of Christ
Response: has come into the world
Comments on today’s Readings:
1ST READING: A READING FROM THE PROPHET MALACHI:
The Lord comes to his temple, bringing purification and refinement. This foreshadows Jesus' presentation in the temple, where he is recognized as the Messiah. The Lord's coming is sudden and unexpected, and it will bring about a time of purification and refinement for his people.
2ND READING: FROM THE LETTER TO THE HEBREWS
Jesus becomes one of us, sharing in our humanity, to destroy the power of death and the devil. As our high priest, he sympathizes with our weaknesses and offers us mercy and forgiveness. His incarnation enables him to understand our struggles and temptations.
THE READING FROM THE HOLY GOSPEL ACCORDING TO LUKE:
Mary and Joseph present Jesus in the temple, obeying the law. Simeon and Anna recognize Jesus as the Messiah, prophesying about his future and the light he will bring to the world. Simeon's song, the Nunc Dimittis, expresses his faith and trust in God, while Anna proclaims Jesus to all who are looking for redemption.
CARITAS: THIS WEEK WE ARE HAVING A RETIRING COLLECTION FOR CARITAS – DIOCESE OF SALFORD,
OUR LOCAL CHARITY SUPPORTING ADULTS, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES EXPERIENCING POVERTY,
ISOLATION, HOMELESSNESS AND DISCRIMINATION.
Memorial Book: The following names are included for FEBRUARY:
Alan Craig (B/day), Bertram Ellis, Brenda Kelleher, Cling Craig (B/day), David Trevor Cookson, Dera Dawson, Ellen Flood, Emily Mansfield, Frank Etchells, Frank Jones Snr., Frank Jones, John Denny (B/day), Lillian Goswell, Madanena THien Nguyen, Margaret Holland, Margaret Howarth (B/day), Mary & Matthew Lee, Mary Duffy, Mary Ellen England, Maurice McMahon, Melvyn Lloyd, Nora Walsh, Reuben Glover, Robert
William Hughes, Sheila Swinburn, Sr. Delores Fallon, Veronica Jones, Yolanda Craig,
Agnes Lyons, Agnes Miller, Ken Burns.
May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God. Rest in Peace.
NOTICES
CHILDREN’S SACRAMENTAL PROGRAMME: This Sunday, the children will be attending Sunday Mass together here at St Stephen’s for their PRESENTATION MASS. They will be reading the Bidding Prayers for us and at the end of Mass they will share a hymn with us before the recessional hymn. Please keep the children in your prayers as they begin this very special time.
A WARM WELCOME TO ALL OUR NEWCOMERS: It is most encouraging to see more people in
attendance at Mass week on week. If you are one of these, we would love to know who you are and get to know you better. Perhaps you would like to join our Choir, Social Group or, you may have skills that you would wish to share and help to improve our Parish. Please stay for a chat and meet friends.
SACRAMENTS: Adults who would like to be baptised, receive first Holy Communion or Confirmation should register before the end of this month.
ALTAR SERVERS: We humbly call upon those who are willing to Serve at Mass; within the age group of the Altar Servers. Kindly meet Fr. Callistus, Toyin or Hannah if you’re interested.
WEEKDAY MASS – TEA AND COFFEE: Many thanks to Parishioners continuing to support this event on Tuesdays after Mass. There is a Requiem Mass this Tuesday so we will look forward to meeting again next Tuesday.
PIETY STALL: We have some lovely new items in stock. Please check out our display, you will not find the same items priced any lower anywhere else.
100 CLUB: The draw for January will take place this Sunday 2nd February, after Mass. By this weekend we will have paid out £1,500 in prize money since we started in September. Unfortunately, a few members have failed to pay their monthly membership. However, nobody is excluded if they miss a month, so please continue to support and any new members will be most welcome.
FOOTBALL NAME CARD: The winner of last week’s Name Card was PAULINE STEVENSON.
PARISH SOCIAL GROUP: There is a meeting this Sunday after Mass and the 100 Club Draw. Anybody wishing to join the group or stand in at the meeting you will be most welcome.
PARISH SOCIAL GROUP – FORTHCOMING EVENTS:
Friday 14th March - Quiz & Bingo Evening in the Catholic Club.
Sunday 4th May - BBQ on the front lawn at Church after Mass. Hopefully the sun will be shining.
FR. CALLISTUS IS HOME – WE ARE GRATEFUL TO OUR EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS FOR PROVIDING US WITH THE OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE HOLY COMMUNION EACH WEEKDAY WHILE HE WAS AWAY.
ALSO, TO FR. STEPHEN, FR. PETER FOR CELEBRATING MASS EACH WEEKEND.
S.P.U.C: NEXT WEEK HUGH FITZPATRICK WILL BE MAKING THE ANNUAL WHITE FLOWER APPEAL