St Stephen's is part of the Diocese of Salford. Diocesan life is varied and vibrant – there are many faithful priests, religious and parishioners who serve the Diocese of Salford in countless ways. The Diocese is led by Bishop John Arnold.
If you would like any information about the departments and services of the Diocese please see www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk
If you can’t find what you are looking for please email communications@dioceseofsalford.org.uk or phone 0161 817 2222
If you would like any information about the departments and services of the Diocese please see www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk
If you can’t find what you are looking for please email communications@dioceseofsalford.org.uk or phone 0161 817 2222
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Notices for Parishes and Newsletter Inserts
Caritas Salford announces reopening of Morning Star accommodation
Following improvement works, Caritas Salford is delighted to announce the re-opening of their Morning Star supported accommodation for people who are homeless. From this week, the Caritas team will welcome 20 single homeless men who would otherwise be housed in poor quality, unsupported temporary accommodation. Many will have been sleeping rough or ‘sofa surfing’ and will benefit from having their own room in a supported project.
Could you help by sponsoring a room at Morning Star? Please visit www.caritassalford.org.uk/service-view/morning-star-hostel/ or call 0161 817 2285.
Mass to celebrate 40th Anniversary of Papal Visit
This month marks 40 years since Pope St John Paul II visited our diocese. On 31st May 1982, this much-loved pope celebrated Mass in Heaton Park and visited Nazareth House in Prestwich.
To celebrate this 40th anniversary, on Tuesday 31 May 2022 at 7pm there will be a Mass in Our Lady of Grace church, Prestwich, M25 1AS - the parish in which the Mass in Heaton Park took place. A reception in the parish hall will follow.
Bishop Tom Neylon, Auxiliary Bishop of Liverpool, was one of the twelve priests ordained in the park, and will be the main celebrant, accompanied by Bishop John Arnold, Bishop Mark Davies and some of the other priests ordained that day.
Vocations Weekend for Young Women
27-29 May 2022, Liverpool
If you are wondering if God is calling you to religious life and would like to find out more, why not come along to this discernment and vocation weekend hosted by the Faithful Companions of Jesus? You are welcome to stay for the weekend or just come along on Saturday for the day. There will be opportunity for prayer, reflection and input, the chance to ask questions and to meet others who are also wondering where God is calling them.
For more information contact Sr Lynne fcJ at lynnefcj@hotmail.com or visit our website www.fcjsisters.org
Reminders for Parishes
Diocesan Mass for LGBTQIA+ Catholics
Saturday 28th May, 4pm
St Augustine's Church, Grosvenor Square, Manchester
The next Diocesan Mass for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their family and friends will be at St Augustine’s Church, Grosvenor Square, Manchester on Saturday 28th May at 4pm. The celebrant and preacher will be Fr Paul Daly. All are welcome to attend.
Mass for Young Adults
Sunday 12th June, 5.30pm
St Augustine's Church, Grosvenor Square, Manchester
Salford Youth Ministry is delighted to be celebrating another Mass for Young Adults at 5.30pm on Sunday 12th June - Trinity Sunday - at St Augustine's Church, Manchester. Our monthly Mass for Young Adults takes place on the second Sunday of every month at St Augustine's Church in Manchester and is followed by an informal social.
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Unfortunately, the date for applications from volunteers and Accueil pilgrims has passed. However, bookings are still encouraged for any pilgrims wishing to travel.
All bookings are made through Joe Walsh Tours, who are registered in England and ATOL protected (ATOL number 11313) and you can contact them via their website https://joewalshtours.co.uk/pilgrimages/group-diocesan-pilgrimages/salford-diocesan-pilgrimage-to-lourdes/ or you can telephone them directly on freephone number 0808 1890468.
Diocese of Salford Jobs
Heritage Project Manager for St John the Baptist RC Church, Rochdale
Appointment type: Part-time, fixed-term contract until 30/12/2023. 14 hours per week, to be worked flexibly.
Location: St John the Baptist RC Church, Rochdale, with travel in the local area. Some work will be conducted remotely.
Salary: £33,670 per annum subject to pro rata (approx. £13,648 per annum)
Closing Date: 12 noon on Monday 23rd May 2022
To find out more and apply, please visit https://www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies/
Heritage Volunteer Activity Coordinator for St John the Baptist RC Church, Rochdale
Appointment type: Part-time, fixed-term contract until 30/12/2023. 21 hours per week, to be worked flexibly.
Location: St John the Baptist RC Church, Rochdale, with travel in the local area. Some work will be conducted remotely.
Salary: £23,000 per annum subject to pro rata (approx. £13,800 per annum)
Closing Date: 12 noon on Monday 23rd May 2022
To find out more and apply, please visit https://www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies/
Interim Safeguarding Co-ordinator
Appointment type: 6-12 months, fixed-term contract
Location: Cathedral Centre, 3 Ford Street, Salford, M3 6DP. travel around the diocese will be required, along with occasional overnight travel to support aligned organisations.
Salary: £46,350 – £49,651 dependent on skills and experience.
Closing Date: 12 noon on Friday 10 June 2022
To find out more and apply, please visit https://www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies/
Safeguarding Officer
Appointment type: Full-time, permanent
Location: Cathedral Centre, 3 Ford Street, Salford, M3 6DP. travel around the diocese will be required, along with occasional overnight travel to support aligned organisations.
Salary: £41,200 – £44,134 dependent on skills and experience.
Closing Date: 12 noon on Friday 10 June 2022
To find out more and apply, please visit https://www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies/
Caritas Salford announces reopening of Morning Star accommodation
Following improvement works, Caritas Salford is delighted to announce the re-opening of their Morning Star supported accommodation for people who are homeless. From this week, the Caritas team will welcome 20 single homeless men who would otherwise be housed in poor quality, unsupported temporary accommodation. Many will have been sleeping rough or ‘sofa surfing’ and will benefit from having their own room in a supported project.
Could you help by sponsoring a room at Morning Star? Please visit www.caritassalford.org.uk/service-view/morning-star-hostel/ or call 0161 817 2285.
Mass to celebrate 40th Anniversary of Papal Visit
This month marks 40 years since Pope St John Paul II visited our diocese. On 31st May 1982, this much-loved pope celebrated Mass in Heaton Park and visited Nazareth House in Prestwich.
To celebrate this 40th anniversary, on Tuesday 31 May 2022 at 7pm there will be a Mass in Our Lady of Grace church, Prestwich, M25 1AS - the parish in which the Mass in Heaton Park took place. A reception in the parish hall will follow.
Bishop Tom Neylon, Auxiliary Bishop of Liverpool, was one of the twelve priests ordained in the park, and will be the main celebrant, accompanied by Bishop John Arnold, Bishop Mark Davies and some of the other priests ordained that day.
Vocations Weekend for Young Women
27-29 May 2022, Liverpool
If you are wondering if God is calling you to religious life and would like to find out more, why not come along to this discernment and vocation weekend hosted by the Faithful Companions of Jesus? You are welcome to stay for the weekend or just come along on Saturday for the day. There will be opportunity for prayer, reflection and input, the chance to ask questions and to meet others who are also wondering where God is calling them.
For more information contact Sr Lynne fcJ at lynnefcj@hotmail.com or visit our website www.fcjsisters.org
Reminders for Parishes
Diocesan Mass for LGBTQIA+ Catholics
Saturday 28th May, 4pm
St Augustine's Church, Grosvenor Square, Manchester
The next Diocesan Mass for members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their family and friends will be at St Augustine’s Church, Grosvenor Square, Manchester on Saturday 28th May at 4pm. The celebrant and preacher will be Fr Paul Daly. All are welcome to attend.
Mass for Young Adults
Sunday 12th June, 5.30pm
St Augustine's Church, Grosvenor Square, Manchester
Salford Youth Ministry is delighted to be celebrating another Mass for Young Adults at 5.30pm on Sunday 12th June - Trinity Sunday - at St Augustine's Church, Manchester. Our monthly Mass for Young Adults takes place on the second Sunday of every month at St Augustine's Church in Manchester and is followed by an informal social.
Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes
Unfortunately, the date for applications from volunteers and Accueil pilgrims has passed. However, bookings are still encouraged for any pilgrims wishing to travel.
All bookings are made through Joe Walsh Tours, who are registered in England and ATOL protected (ATOL number 11313) and you can contact them via their website https://joewalshtours.co.uk/pilgrimages/group-diocesan-pilgrimages/salford-diocesan-pilgrimage-to-lourdes/ or you can telephone them directly on freephone number 0808 1890468.
Diocese of Salford Jobs
Heritage Project Manager for St John the Baptist RC Church, Rochdale
Appointment type: Part-time, fixed-term contract until 30/12/2023. 14 hours per week, to be worked flexibly.
Location: St John the Baptist RC Church, Rochdale, with travel in the local area. Some work will be conducted remotely.
Salary: £33,670 per annum subject to pro rata (approx. £13,648 per annum)
Closing Date: 12 noon on Monday 23rd May 2022
To find out more and apply, please visit https://www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies/
Heritage Volunteer Activity Coordinator for St John the Baptist RC Church, Rochdale
Appointment type: Part-time, fixed-term contract until 30/12/2023. 21 hours per week, to be worked flexibly.
Location: St John the Baptist RC Church, Rochdale, with travel in the local area. Some work will be conducted remotely.
Salary: £23,000 per annum subject to pro rata (approx. £13,800 per annum)
Closing Date: 12 noon on Monday 23rd May 2022
To find out more and apply, please visit https://www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies/
Interim Safeguarding Co-ordinator
Appointment type: 6-12 months, fixed-term contract
Location: Cathedral Centre, 3 Ford Street, Salford, M3 6DP. travel around the diocese will be required, along with occasional overnight travel to support aligned organisations.
Salary: £46,350 – £49,651 dependent on skills and experience.
Closing Date: 12 noon on Friday 10 June 2022
To find out more and apply, please visit https://www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies/
Safeguarding Officer
Appointment type: Full-time, permanent
Location: Cathedral Centre, 3 Ford Street, Salford, M3 6DP. travel around the diocese will be required, along with occasional overnight travel to support aligned organisations.
Salary: £41,200 – £44,134 dependent on skills and experience.
Closing Date: 12 noon on Friday 10 June 2022
To find out more and apply, please visit https://www.dioceseofsalford.org.uk/news/vacancies/