News Extra 12th May 2024

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WOMEN'S GROUP NEWSLETTER

The 9th May Women's group Newsletter is now available. Click here to read it.

WORLD COMMUNICATIONS DAY

World communications day takes place on Sunday 12th May.  The theme this year is  "Artificial Intelligence and the Wisdom of the Heart: Towards a Fully Human Communication"

To read the Pope's message click here.

Bishop John Arnold is the Lead Bishop for Communications here at the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales.  In the below podcast he discussses this theme.

Media Bishop on Pope’s AI message for World Communications Day

PENTECOST NOVENAS

Between 10-18 May CAFOD will be sending out a Pentecost Novena in the form of daily emails. To sign up visit https://cafod.org.uk/pray/prayer-resources/pentecost-novena

Thy Kingdom Come is also offering a Novena visit https://www.thykingdomcome.global/resources/2024-novena-multiple-languages

If you want something closer to home, the Novena from 2020 that was put together by the then Pastora Area of St Terese of Lisieux is available at  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtq4jABmUdteTqBIeX67pxvd8JV8UDVl4

THY KINGDOM COME 2024

 

ASCENSION DAY 9TH – PENTECOST DAY 19TH MAY 2024 


‘Thy Kingdom Come’ is a global ecumenical prayer movement which started in 2016 and has grown into an international and ecumenical call to prayer.

It takes place between Ascension and Pentecost from 9th May to 19th May this year. More information about ‘Thy Kingdom Come’ resources is available here and there is a further article about it on the CTE website here.

This years Novena can be accessed at

 https://www.thykingdomcome.global/sites/default/files/2024-03/2024%20Novena.pdf

NEWMAN ASSOCIATION TALK:

"Stuart England's Catholic Queens"

When: 16th May from 7:30pm - 8:15pm at St Helen Crosby

Speaker: Roger Mitchell. The talk will start at 7.30 pm, on Thursday 16th May, and will last for around 45 minutes leaving time for any questions. The Stuart period of British History lasted from the death of Elizabeth I, Queen of England (1603) to the death of Queen Anne, Queen of Great Britain (1714). There is no charge, but donations are welcome.

90 YEARS OF ST DOMINICS CHURCH, HUYTON

St Dominics Church in Huyton will be 90 years old on Sunday 28 July. As such, all are invited to a celebratory Mass at 11am, followed by a social get-together with refreshments.

For catering purposes, please let Eileen Kearney know if you are coming by calling her on 0151 228 1556. Anyone with photos of the church before 1990 is asked to email them to Diane Freeman at . Thank you in advance

ECUMENICAL CELEBRATION / TWO CATHEDRALS WALK

PENTECOST 2024 LIVERPOOL,

Sunday 19 May, 3.00pm-5.00pm. 

This year Pentecost will mark 100 years of Liverpool Cathedral. The theme of the celebration is Building God's Church Together. Starting at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral join us for a service with Monsignor John Devine OBE preaching before taking a pilgrimage walk down Hope Street to finish at Liverpool Cathedral for a final blessing. Then join us for a thanksgiving picnic at Liverpool Cathedral, bring you own picnic or dine in the Welsford Bistro.

ADORE ONLINE PENTECOST MINI-RETREAT MORNING 

18 May 10am - 1pm

“TEMPLES OF THE HOLY SPIRIT – surrendering to God’s will.” Including Mass, Adoration, Praise, Prayer for the gifts of the Holy Spirit and inspiring guest speaker Gary Stephens, leader of the New Dawn conference at Walsingham.

This event is open to anyone who wishes to attend,

ADoRE Online Pentecost Retreat

Please register for the Zoom meeting in advance at bit.ly/ADOREMAY2024 More information at www.altonrenewal.com

FAITH IN ACTION AWARD MODERATORS WANTED

The Faith in Action Award has been part of our archdiocese for 7 years now. It is a chance for young people to be rewarded for the good work that they do in their local school and parish communities. 

At the end of each year, they have to create a Final Piece that showcases what actions they have done throughout the year and what they have learned.

This year we have over 2,000 young people registered for the award. We are looking for people who might be able to spare an hour or two to look at the Final Pieces these young people have created and write a few words of affirmation for them as feedback, on behalf of the archdiocese.

Moderation takes place between 23 May - 14 June. If you have a free couple of hours in that time it would be great to have you help as a Moderator this year. No specific experience is necessary. We will have a meeting for Moderators on the 23 May at 5pm for anyone who might like to come to meet other Moderators and have any queries answered. If you would like to know more or would like to volunteer please email or call 01744 740463 / 740461.

 OPERA VIVE PERFORM MOZART'S MAGIC FLUTE

where: St. Anthony of Padua Parish Hall
when: Sunday 19th May at 3pm

Admission £15   Tickets on the door or contact 

BISHOP JOHN SHERRINGHAM COMMENTS ON THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE BILL

To read Bishop Sherringham's comments on the amendments to the criminal justice bill click here

MAY 2024 - CATHOLIC PICTORIAL

May's edition of the Catholic Pictorial is available in the porch.  For an electronic version please click here.

WHAT'S ON AT IRENAEUS

Details of events at Irenaeus in June and July 2024

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RECRUITMENT FOR BOY & GIRL CHORISTERS 2024

 

Do you know a child who would like to be a chorister at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King here in Liverpool? The search is now on for our next generation of Boy and Girl choristers.

All choristers are educated at Runnymede St Edward's Catholic Primary School and St Edward's College, meaning that a first-class Catholic chorister education for boys and girls in Liverpool is available at no cost.

If you know of a Catholic family who might be interested in this wonderful opportunity, please share this information with them.

Full details of choristerships at the Metropolitan Cathedral, go to:https://www.liverpoolmetrocathedral.org.uk/music/joining-the-choirs/ 

METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL CHOIR VACANCIES

Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral Choir is currently seeking to fill two Alto Lay Clerk (contralto, countertenor, or mezzo) positions from September 2023. 

Opportunities also exist for deputy Lay Clerks in all voices.

For an information pack, please contact Jacqueline Larrosa, Music Administrator: 0151 708 7283 

COME AND SEE JUNE & JULY 2024

 

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REFLECTIONS ON THE BOOK OF JONAH

At the Irenaeus Centre - Zoom attendance also available contact  for further details.

 

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FEAST OF ST IRENAEUS

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JIGSAWS AND GAMES REQUIRED

The Cathedral are looking for any unwanted jigsaws and games. The seafarers who are often away from home for long periods of time are looking for these items to help pass the time when they are in port. If you can help please  drop off items at Cathedral House.

WHITECHAPEL CENTRE FUNDRAISERS

SNOWDON AT SUNRISE

When: Saturday 18th May

Take on the highest mountain in Wales and be rewarded with a beautiful scenic view of the sunrise over the summit. We will meet in Llanberis at 1.30am to ensure we see the sunrise at 5.12am 

More information at https://www.whitechapelcentre.co.uk/snowdon.html

5 A SiDE FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

Join the Euro’s fun this summer and enter a 5-a-side team into Whitechapel Centres Football Tournament.

 Each team to raise £250 through fundraising. The event is located at: Hope University Hope Park, Liverpool L16 9JD 10am-4pm on Saturday 22ndJune

Register at  https://www.whitechapelcentre.co.uk/football.html

PARACHUTE JUMP

Are you up for the ultimate adrenaline filled challenge? 

Join the Whitechapel Centre Sky dive Team. More information at https://www.whitechapelcentre.co.uk/parachute.html 

LIVERPOOL CATHEDRAL ABSEIL.

When - 14th September 2024 at 10.30am

 Have you ever thought about descending 150 feet down the iconic Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, whilst raising money for a worthy cause? 

 

Register your interest at  https://www.whitechapelcentre.co.uk/liverpool-cathedral-abseil.html

DO JUSTICE

Do Justice aims to advance the Catholic Church’s social action across the nations. A copy of the document laying out the vision of spiritual and Civic renewal can be found at  https://dojustice.co.uk/.  Please take a look at the page and consider taking part in the campaign

CSAN Do Justice poster

CATHEDRAL GUIDES AND WELCOMERS

The Cathedral are looking for two adult volnteers for Wednesdays (1pm-4pm) and Fridays (1pm- 4pm) respectively. If you would like to help at the welcome desk and/or conduct guided tours for our many visitors please contact.uk

PAPAL PRAYER VIDEO MAY 2024

 

PODCAST: GAZA’S PARISH PRIEST

Gaza’s parish priest Father Gabriel Romanelli was recently in the UK. Catholic News podcast partnered with Middle East Analysis to discuss the plight of the parish in Gaza with Fr Gabriel.  You can listen to the podcast below. 


Gaza’s priest | Fr Gabriel Romanelli

A MESSAGE FROM MARY'S MEALS - A day of action for Ethiopia

Have you heard about what's happening in Ethiopia? Conflict, drought and displacement mean that 4.5 million people in Tigray urgently need emergency food aid.  We’re standing with the charity Mary’s Meals to raise awareness of the situation. We have a chance to stop this crisis before it spirals out of control.

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Please share this message. If we all speak up, we can give a voice to those who are hungry.  

Find out more:

 

https://www.marysmeals.org.uk/

 

Facebook Mary's Meals UK (@marysmealsukcharity) 

Instagram photos and videos

Mary’s Meals (@MarysMeals) / X (twitter.com)

https://www.linkedin.com/company/mary's-meals/

 

 You can learn more from the video below :

 

EUCHARISTIC TRAINING DAY AT IRENAEUS 

Irenaues will be leading a Eucharistic ministry training day on 5th October 2024.  If you are interested please contact the parish office.

BISHOPS' REFLECTION ON GENDER

The Catholic Bishops of England and Wales have issued a pastoral reflection on gender. To read the bacground and download the document titled "Ontricately woven by the Lord: A pastoral reflection on gender by the bishops of England and Wales' visit https://www.cbcew.org.uk/bishops-issue-pastoral-reflection-on-gender/

ARCHDIOCESE OF LIVERPOOL SOCIAL ACTION UPDATE

If you would like to know the latest on the Archdiocese's work on social action visit archdiocese-of-liverpool-social-action-update---spring-2024

CAFOD CRISIS APPEAL FOR SUDAN

CAFOD has launched an emergency appeal to support families in Sudan, as Sudan is in the grip of the world’s worst hunger and displacement crisis.

Jo Kitterick, CAFOD’s director of participation, said: “Many aid agencies exited Sudan when the current fighting erupted a year ago. Right now Catholic agencies in the Caritas network that CAFOD is part of, supported by the Church of Sudan, are some of the only organisations able to deliver aid to support the Sudanese people."

CAFOD SUDAN APPEAL

Donations made to CAFOD's Sudan crisis appeal – whether online or via collections in parishes this weekend – will go towards supporting families in Sudan and surrounding countries, who are already contending with extreme hunger, as communities strive to stop the crisis from becoming the worst in living memory.

 Donations can be made at cafod.org.uk/SudanAppeal

ARCHDIOCESE OF LIVERPOOL SOCIAL ACTION NETWORK CONFERENCE 4 JULY 2024

This event will bring together parishioners in a space to reflection social action – through the lens of housing, homelessness and land.

Speakers and workshop leaders include:

    • Beki Winter, Housing Justice: The housing crisis and role of faith communities
    • Rev’d Shannon Ledbetter, Housing People Building Communities: From derelict churches to affordable housing in the Archdiocese of Liverpool
    • Kevin Hyland, Santa Marta Group: How we can tackle the devastating impact of human trafficking on victims and our local communities.

To book a place Visit  https://archdioceseofliverpool.churchsuite.com/events/1yerqfks

SOUTH LIVERPOOL ORCHESTRA CONCERT

The South Liverpool Orchestra present 'A music World Tour' on Tuesday 8th May 2024 at All Hallows Church Greenhill Road - See poster below for details

 

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ASYLUM LINK FUNDRAISER


When: Friday 17th May 2024

Where: Unitarian Church Ullet Road

To book tickets go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/asylum-link-merseyside-fundraising-night-tickets-885539220647?

To learn more visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/asylumlinkmerseyside

CANTATA 5: WO SOLL ICH FLIEHEN HIN? (TO WHERE SHALL I FLEE?)

When   2nd June  at 6:30PM at St Philip Neri, Liverpool

On the feast day of Corpus Christi, the Liverpool Bach Collective will dwell on how the wounds and blood of Christ bring salvation to the Christian soul. The four vocal soloists and chorus will be joined by the usual ensemble of oboes, strings and organ, together with a trumpet.

MARY'S MEALS PRAY IN MAY/ ETHIOPIA CRISIS APPEAL

Mary’s Meals, who provide school meals to over 2.4 million children every day, invite you to join their Pray in May campaign. During the month of May, dedicated to Our Lady, we invite you to join us in praying for the hungry children who rely on our life-changing school meals, and for all the children and families around the world who live in poverty.

We pray particularly for families facing extreme food insecurity and hunger in Ethiopia. We are hosting a special online session where our founder Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow will share more about this under-reported crisis on Tuesday the 16th of May at 7pm, find out more at Charity events | Mary's Meals UK (marysmeals.org.uk)

Please visit https://www.marysmeals.org.uk/get-involved/churches-and-prayers/pray-in-may to access our Pray in May resources and find out more about our Crisis in Ethiopia appeal by visiting https://www.marysmeals.org.uk/campaigns/crisis-in-ethiopia

CAN YOU HELP CHRISTOPHER GRANGE ?

Do you have a few hours to spare every week or every couple of weeks?

The RVS (Royal Voluntary Service formerly WRVS) are recruiting people to help in the coffee bar and shop at Christopher Grange Care Home, Youens Way, L14. All that is involved is making cups of tea or coffee and selling toiletries, sweets, biscuits etc to visitors and residents. Many of the current volunteers have been doing this for over 20 years and will continue to do so, but it is now time for us to get some extra helpers to fill in for holidays or sickness so that it can be kept open every day. Many of you will know how valuable the coffee bar and shop are for visitors and residents alike.

If you would like more information or would like to pay a visit to see exactly what it is all about, please contact Anne Halligan on 07790 148177

JOURNEY INTO PRAYER

AN EXPLORATION OF PRAYER IN 12 SESSIONS, SEPTEMBER 2024 – APRIL 2025


There are many ways of praying but we tend to use the same tried and tested methods. The course aims to give a taste of a variety of ways of praying, not just by talking about them but by giving space to experience them. The course is led by an ecumenical team of Ignatian trained, practising Spiritual Directors.

To learn more click here

Application forms are available from The Cenacle, (Journey into Prayer),  or by email to   Closing date for applications is Monday, 29th July 2024

VATICAN DECLARATION ON HUMAN RIGHTS


The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales have welcomed the Vatican declaration on human dignity Dignitas infinita released by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith on Monday, 8 April 2024.  Learn more at https://www.cbcew.org.uk/bishops-conference-welcomes-vatican-declaration-on-human-dignity/

CTMH PENTECOST SERVICE & WALK  

All Hallows to Elm Hall Drive

We are looking forward to Celebrating Pentecost Together on Saturday Afternoon 18th May and hope many can join us from across local churches, whether for all of the afternoon or just one or two sections as follows:

    • 2:30 Service at All Hallows
    • 3:15 Walk from All Hallows to Elm Hall Drive
      (for those not wanting to walk to EHD refreshments will be served at AH)
    • 3:45 Gather at EHD
    • 4:00 Refreshments and Family Pentecost Crafts at EHD

The walk will be along the pavements.   

Those joining us on the walk are asked to be mindful of other Pedestrians and Road Users throughout the walk. As advised by the council we will need to divide into manageable groups to avoid causing obstruction and allow other pedestrians to pass.  We will use pedestrian crossings where appropriate, observing pedestrian signals at crossings, in accordance with the highway code at all times.

CAN YOU HELP ASYLUM LINK?

Asylum Link are looking for donations to their 'Clothes store'  The clothes store is used to help those people who arrive in the UK with only the clothes they are wearing.  They currently need men's clothing and footwear.  If tyou are having a clear out please conside donating.  You can contact them on  709 1713

CATHEDRAL EVENT

Dining Experience at the Art School, Sugnall Street

Wednesday 19 June 2024 from 7.00pm

We would like to invite you and your loved ones to a wonderful dining experience in the Art School in Sugnall Street, just around the corner from the Philharmonic. We are delighted to be able to collaborate with Chef Paul Askew and his team and we have arranged with them to provide a two-course meal with a glass of prosecco on arrival and an amuse-bouche for just £50 per person. 

Chef Askew has a firm reputation as a pioneer of excellent modern British cuisine and this is a dining experience not to be missed! Dinner will be served in The Lantern Room. We hope that you will book some tickets and come and enjoy a convivial evening in surroundings that are timeless and yet modern enjoying the company of new friends and old ones. To book your ticket and to arrange payment please contact Claire Hanlon at

SOCIETY OF ST GREGORY ANNUAL SUMMER SCHOOL

where at Hope University

when 31 July (pm) - 3 August 2024 (lunch)

A Symphony of Praise in Word and Music

“In this time of preparation, I would greatly desire that we devote 2024, the year preceding the Jubilee event, to a great symphony of prayer.  Prayer, above all else, to renew our desire to be in the presence of the Lord, to listen to him and to adore him.”     Pope Francis

The programme includes Keynote speakers, liturgy, workshops, other presentations and more.

  • Keynote Speakers - Sue Price, David McLoughlin, Fleur Dorrell, Martin Foster  
  • Director of Music – Christopher Walker; Director of Liturgy, Kathryn Turner.  

Both Residential and Day Delegates are welcome and Bursary funding is available.

Further details, including the programme, and online booking are available  at https://www.ssg.org.uk/summer-school-2024 or by emailing 

ST MARIA GORETTI - SPECIAL WORKS CONFERENCE

An amazing group of just five members have helped hundreds of women fleeing persecution and violence in their birth countries to find a better life. This small Liverpool team (who are linked to the SVP) help women living in Liverpool and are now hoping to recruit new members to support them in their work. Support is particularly required with visiting individuals who have been referred and/or transporting household items across the Liverpool region.

If you are interested in finding out more about the valuable work this group undertake or would like to get involved, then please contact Cath Bradley on 07534 780 731 or 284 1866 or email:

VOCATIONS EVENT FOR WOMEN

The FCJ sisters are holding a vocations weekend from the 24th to 26th May. 

Live alongside the FCJ Sisters, opportunity for prayer, discussion and sharing.
This is a great way to explore more about religious life and meet with others who are discerning.
Open to women in their 20s and 30s.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDPw13znI4mUZFRO7QhTy00nMvfWMEpkFL8tFY0SSF4mVUnQ/viewform?pli=1

MUSIC AT THE MET 2024


During 2024 the Metropolitan Cathedral are celebrating the return of their restored grand organ with a series of concerts and events that will demonstrate the versatility of the instrument.

  • Choral Evening Prayer with the Rededication of the Grand Organ, followed by the Opening Organ Recital by Martin Baker, Sunday 12 May, 15.00
  • Two Cathedrals’ Messiah, Saturday 18 May, 19.30
  • Organ Recital by Katherine Dienes-Williams, Monday 27 May, 11.15 
  • Organ Recital by Matthew Walters, Saturday 1 June, 19.30
  • Two Cathedral Choirs with Ian Tracey, Sunday 7 July, 15.00
  • Summer Organ Recital by Peter Kwater, Sunday 4 August, 14.00
  • Summer Organ Recital by Dan Mansfield, Sunday 11 August, 14.00

For more information, please call 01517087283 or email

REDEMPTORISTS WORKING WITH THE PEOPLE OF BALTIMORE

A Redemptorist priest talks about his work in the aftermath of the Francis Scott Key bridge collapse.

 

MOSSLEY HILL CHURCH LIVERPOOL CELEBRATIONS

Mossley Hill Church will celebrate its 150th Anniversary in June 2025.  However,  the Father Willis organ is 150 years old this year. 

To celebrate this a serieds of concerts have been planned.
 
  • Wednesday 15th May 2024 - Music for organ and trumper (£8)
  • Saturday 15th June 2024 - Celebrity Organ Concert (£8)
  • Saturday 13th July - Concert fororgan and piano duets (£8)
  • Saturday 7th September - Gala concert for organ,piano and flamenco guitar
  • Saturday 12th September - Gala concert - Liverpool brass band and organ (£8)
  • Saturday 16th November - Organ Concert (£8)

JUBILEE YEAR - PILGRIMS OF HOPE

2025  has been proclaimed a jubilee year - Pilgrims of Hope.   

In preparation for this the Vatican have produced a website : https://www.iubilaeum2025.va/en/giubileo-2025.html

To help prepare for this 2024 has been proclaimed a year of prayer https://www.iubilaeum2025.va/en/giubileo-2025/verso-il-giubileo/2024-anno-della-preghiera.html

HYMN FOR THE 2025 JUBILEE - PILGRIMS OF HOPE

SIGHT LOSS FRIENDLY CHURCHES (SLFC)  Q&A

Monday 3 June at 2pm (1 hour)

Registration Link - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlce2srzIsGtwxyB-sNnmx_qgmDGzAzVaL 

SLFC QA 3rd June

Meet the expert panel from Torch Trust and ask your questions around welcoming and including blind and partially sighted people in all aspects of your church.  No question is too embarrassing, we’re all at different stages in our sight loss friendly journey.  As well as asking the experts, churches with experience of inclusion are also welcome to chip in with hints and tips on how they have overcome any challenges. Your can find out more at www.sightlossfriendlychurch.org.uk.

MARTHA IN A WORLD OF MARY

A Women's weekend at  Irenaues  - 14th -16th June 2024 - Limted places.

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THE BIG CHRISTIAN AID QUIZ  - 24TH MAY 2024

 This is a family friendly evening. 

When : Friday 24th May starting at 7.30pm

Where: 

Greenalls Social Club

Alder Hey Road , St.Helens

WA10 4DN

 

Tickets £10 p.p. includes HotPot supper  

Please contact Janice or Andy to book:

Contact : Janice Watkins - 01744 27425 / 07947743219   or Andy Watkins: 

LLYSFASI RESIDENTIAL SPIRITUALITY WORKSHOP

When? 12-29 August

Cost ? The total cost is £1,600 per person, which is inclusive of accommodation, resources and team fees. In cases of real need, there are a few bursaries available

Llysfasi will be hosting a transformative workshop at the Loreto Spirituality Centre in Llandudno from 12 - 29 Aug, 2024. This workshop offers a creative experiential journey rooted in the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Participants will engage in prayer, personal reflection, contemplative listening, discernment, and retreat experiences, all aimed at deepening their spirituality and capacity for accompaniment. Spaces are limited, so apply soon by contacting Mary Rose Fitzsimmons HHS at or visit llysfasi-spirituality-workshop.org.uk  for more information and application forms.

BISHOP SHERRINGHAM'S RESPONSE TO SELECT COMMITTEE ON ASSISTED DYING

Bishop Sherringham, the lead Bishop for Life issues, issued a statement on the Health & Social Care Select Committee's report on assisted dying.

https://www.cbcew.org.uk/bishop-responds-to-health-and-social-care-select-committee-report-on-assisted-dying-assisted-suicide/

BABY LOSS CERTIFICATES

The government has announced that parents who have lost their baby before 24 weeks of pregnancy can apply for a baby loss certificate.   Bishop Sherringham, lead Bishop for life has responded to this.  You can read more at  https://www.cbcew.org.uk/bishop-sherrington-welcomes-introduction-of-baby-loss-certificates/ 

OASIS OF SILENCE RETREATS

St Hilda's Priory, Whitby, North Yorkshire, are hosting a contemplative retreat programme called Oasis of Silence. 

"The Oasis of Silence programme at St. Hilda´s Priory offers space and stillness to seek God with loving awareness in the present moment. It offers a variety of opportunities to make retreats of different lengths in a peaceful and welcoming environment, away from our busy everyday lives. It is for everyone seeking stillness and silence and who is interested in getting to know or to deepening the practice of contemplative prayer."

They are offering 4 day or 10 day courses, and a course over Lent. You can learn more at https://diocesehn.org.uk/whats-on/event/oasis-of-silence-retreats-and-prayer-days/  and learn more about the priory at https://www.ohpwhitby.org.uk/

FR MICHAEL'S PAINTINGS

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Fr Michael has been at his easel again eight new paintings were added to the Bishop Eton website mid February 2024

Please visit https://www.bishopeton.org.uk/fr-michael-s-paintings.html  to peruse Fr Michael's paintings. 

All money raised from the sale of the paintings will go to Project Zimbabwe. 

 

FLAME CCR

A local Merseyside Christian and  Community radio station providing music, discussion and Christian teaching, is now available on DAB+ and via the  Flame Radio App flameradio.org.

SJOG HOMES FOR UKRAINE

As an official provider of the government scheme, SJOG Homes for Ukraine acts as a matching, training, and support pathway for guests from Ukraine and hosts in the UK who are willing to provide much-needed support. Our programme operates collaboratively with the esteemed Caritas Social Action Network (CSAN).

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At SJOG Homes for Ukraine, we offer a range of services to ensure fulfilling experience for both guests and hosts. These services include matching, training for hosts and guests, transportation assistance, a Welcome Box for Ukrainian guests upon arrival, and support during the placement.

More information on the project can be found at the following links

ARCHDIOCESAN SYNODAL COUNCIL RESULTS

The ASC report is now ready to read.  It can be accessed by clicking here.

MASS FOR NEW CATHOLICS

THE MASS FOR NEW CATHOLICS will take place on Thursday 20th June at the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral at 7pm. 

Anyone who had been received into the church, both this year and previous years are welcome to attend with their families and friends.

NEW LECTIONARY TO BE LAUNCHED ADVENT 2024

A new Lectionary has been approvedby the The Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments and the Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales 

The Lectionary, will come into use in Catholic parishes in England and Wales from Advent 2024.   

For more information visit  https://www.cbcew.org.uk/new-lectionary-to-be-launched-in-england-and-wales-for-advent-2024/

YEAR OF PRAYER

The Holy Father has asked that 2024 be a 'Year of Prayer' to prepare for the Jubilee. The Bishop Conference of England and Wales has produced a series of Resurces to help us fulfil this request. 

To learn more visit  The Year of Prayer - Catholic Bishops' Conference (cbcew.org.uk)

THE LIVERPOOL PILGRIM WAY

The Liverpool Pilgrim Way, pilgrimage route has been updated to include Bishop Eton Shrine and Church of the Holy Family in Cronton.

For the updated route, as well as a few lovely photos taken en route, visit: https://www.pilgrimways.org.uk/the-liverpool-pilgrim-way-is-ready-to-walk

SUPPORT THE JOURNEY

An opportunity for An opportunity for RCIA teams in the Archdiocese to share ideas on how we accompany those journeying into faith. We’ve thoroughly enjoyed meeting RCIA coordinators and helpers this year. There is no requirement to have attended Workshops 1 and 2.

 



REGULAR EVENTS AT IRENAEUS

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#LIVERPOOL4UKRAINE APPEAL

  Online:

https://www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/donate

Bank transfer:

Account name: Archdiocese of Liverpool
Sort code: 40-29-12
Account: 01551493
Reference: Help Ukraine

Cheque:

Made payable to “Archdiocese of Liverpool” and with “Help Ukraine” written on the reverse, these can be sent to

Finance Department
St Margaret Clitherow Centre
Liverpool Archdiocesan Office
Croxteth Drive
Liverpool
L17 1AA

#Liverpool4Ukraine

FACILITATION TRAINING

We are now offering training for people in our parishes who lead groups. Whether they’re for praying, liturgy, or volunteering this 2 hour workshop will provide an opportunity to come together as a group to discuss the format of the group and to discuss new ideas that can support the facilitation of this group moving forward. If you’re interested in arranging a workshop for your parish or deanery, please contact

PLAZA CINEMA, WATERLOO - THURSDAY AFTERNOON CLUB

Over 50s welcome for games, refreshments and watch a film!  Doors open at 1pm, ends about 4pm, just £5.

MPACT - MOVING PARENTS AND CHILDREN TOGETHER

M-PACT is a programme that helps parents and children, aged 8-17, talk more openly and safely about the effects of gambling-related harms on the whole family and gives them new tools to move forward positively.   To lean more please click here for a leaflet that may help those families affected by gambling.

LORETTO SPIRITUALITY CENTRE LLANDUDNO

The Loretto spirituaity centre is offering a selection of retreats.  To find out more take a look at their newsletter. Click here.

DEMENTIA AND SUNDOWNING

AlzheimersUK have put together some information on how living with dementia can behave differenty in the late afternoon or early evening. 

You can learn more at the link below

https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/about-dementia/symptoms-and-diagnosis/symptoms/sundowning 

MOVEMENT FOR HEALING

(Every other Tuesday at Irenaeus 1:15 - 2pm)

(A recommendation from a participant

After being discharged by the hospital having had twelve months of physiotherapy, I was advised to continue exercising. Liz at Irenaeus, an experienced practitioner in the area of Movement for Healing, offers a relaxing and whole body exercise. From head to toe, slow body exercise accompanied by music, enables agility creating relaxation and calming of the body and mind. This form of exercise is also suitable for people who are wheelchair users, taking people at their own pace, according to needs.

Why not give it a try? You will not be disappointed.

THE FOOD CUPBOARD AT IRENAEUS

We need help to keep our cupboard stocked.

Our food cupboard has become very popular with our guests.

There is a real need to support those struggling at this time. We are able to help Ukrainian families and many other people living in the local neighbourhood.

All donations of food or money are gratefully accepted. Some of our favourite items are , tuna, ham, soup, tea, coffee long-life milk, toilet rolls and biscuits.

A big thank you to all those who have already helped us, and continue to help us.

NUGENT DONATIONS

The Nugent Charity shop on Allerton Road is looking for donations such as clothes, shoes, handbags and toys. They can arrange pick up. 

If anyone can donate the contact number is 0151 737 2951. 

BROTHER JAMES  - PSALM OF CREATION

Brother James who joined Fr Tim in many of  the Lockdown Masses and who is now based in France was asked by Patrick Richard to create an English language adaptation of Patrick's popular modern French hymn "Psaume de la Création".  He has published his version on YouTube see the video below.

 

 

SAFE SPACES

The Church of England and Catholic Church in England and Wales will be continuing to provide support for victims of church-based abuse, following a successful two-year pilot of the Safe Spaces service.

Currently delivered by the independent charity Victim Support, Safe Space is a free national support service which offers a confidential, personal and safe space for anyone who has been abused through their relationship with either the Church of England or the Catholic Church in England and Wales.

You can read more by clicking here. 

DIVINE LITURGY IN LIVERPOOL

The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church has a parish in Liverpool. It is currently based in St Sebastian's Fairfield Times for Divine Liturgy and Confessions will be advertised on

a) their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Ukrainian-Catholic-Church-in-Liverpool-1864679287112879
b) their website https://sites.google.com/site/ukrainianparishinliverpool

or you can join the churches whatsapp chat https://chat.whatsapp.com/CMpLT50ZxKd2H5Uk4aVZhh

NOVENA AT HOME

Novenaathomesmall

For Novena Prayers

information on miracles attribute to Our Mother of Perpetual Succour

videos.  (novena-at-home.redemptorists.co.uk)