St Mary’s, Church Road, Woolton, Liverpool L25 5JF  0151-428-2256  www.stmaryswoolton.org.uk   ♿ Parish Priest: Fr Peter McGrail Assistant: Fr Peter Murphy Deacon: Peter Renwick Parish Administrators: Ann O’Neill & Karen Beardwood	📧 EMAILS  Parish Office: Baptisms: Parish safeguarding: LiveSimply Email:  RCIA: I BELIEVE:
	We live stream our Masses, you can join us online at: http://www.churchservices.tv/woolton  Facebook: www.facebook.com/stmaryswoolton/

13^thSEPTEMBER 2026

 TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME YEAR A

Confessions: Sunday10:40am (20 minutes before Mass).

Funerals: None this week

PLEASE BE AWARE!!

Due to a major project taking place in St Mary’s grounds from Sunday 13 September to Monday 21 September, there will be no weekday Masses during this time and no access to the parish hall.

The usual Masses on Sunday 13 and Sunday 20 September will still take place.

Please be aware that the car park will be closed from 2:00pm on Sunday 13 September to 9:00am on Sunday 20 September.

Thank you for your  co-operation.

EDUCATION SUNDAY - 13 SEPTEMBER:

Education Sunday is a special day of prayer established in 1848 to give thanks for everyone involved in Catholic education and to mark the start of the new academic year. We welcome the pupils, their families, staff and governors from Much Woolton Catholic Primary School, St Julie’s High School and SFX Academy who are able to join us for Mass today.

CATHOLIC EDUCATION SERVICES:

There will be a retiring collection this Sunday 13 September.

SEASON OF CREATION 2026:

📅 Date: Saturday 26 September

📍 Location:  St Mary’s Church

On Saturday 26 September St Mary’s Church will be open for a ‘Time of Prayer and Stations of Creation’

• 9:30am:   Morning Prayer
• 11:30am: The Way of Creation
• 12 Noon: Angelus and then the church closes.

PILGRIMAGE TO ASSISI 26-30 OCTOBER 2026:

The Parishes of St Mary’s Woolton and St John Vianney invite you to join us on this wonderful Pilgrimage to Assisi Monday 26 - Friday 30 October 2026, led by Fr Peter McGrail and provided by Joe Walsh Tours.

Contact Joe Walsh Tours directly to book, UK Freephone:0808 1890468,  email

Pilgrimage Itinerary can be found here: 

2026_-_ASSISI_Itinerary_-St_Marys_Woolton__St_John_Vianney.pdf   

PRAYER & MASS INTENTIONS

Mass Intentions this week

People of the Parish; Babs King (A); Mary Connor (A); Bernard O’Sullivan (A); Jennifer Chong (A)

We pray for those who have recently died: 

Also  those whose anniversaries occur around this time including:  

Babs King, Mary Connor, Bernard O’Sullivan and Jennifer Chong

  We pray for all those who are housebound and sick including:

John M, Tony M, Sara L, Faye, Gill O,Margaret M, Colin E, Linda R, Jenny D, Patrick P, John M, John C, Mary K, Paul W, Ann W, Fr Tom CSsR, Anne M, Jane R, Nick Y, Hugh W, Dilys P, Maura B, Doreen R, Frank M, Carol W, Shelagh B, Karen O’H, Margaret M, Maureen O, Christopher T, Imelda McV, John T, Jennifer G, Catherine S, Joan G.

LOVE TO MOVE-AGE AND DEMENTIA FRIENDLY SEATED MOVEMENT PROGRAMME:

📅 Date: Tuesday 29 September

📍 Location: Parish Hall

PLEASE NOTE: The next session will be Tuesday 29 September 2026 from 1:00pm-3:00pm and NOT 15 SEPTEMBER as advertised

For the dates of the sessions from now to the end of the year click below

FASHION SHOW:

📅 Date: Sunday 11 October

📍 Location: Parish Hall

Our nearly new fashion show in aid of CAFOD and the South Liverpool food bank will be on Sunday 11 October from 2:00-4:00pm in the parish hall. We are looking forward to an afternoon of fun, fizz, fashion and some fantastic cakes! Tickets are £6 and will be on sale after Sunday Mass from 20 September or please see Mary Monkhouse. All welcome.

 If you are ready to donate some of your own nearly new items, you can drop them at the presbytery during working hours or in the hall after Sunday Mass from Sunday 20 September 

SEASON OF CREATION - DISPLAY IN CHURCH:

To assist with our ‘Season of Creation’ display in church, we are appealing for scarves in all shades of blue. Green scarves would also be welcome. There will be a green box at the back of church over the next two weekends, for you to put your unwanted scarves in. Thank you in advance.

SEASON OF CREATION WALK

📅 Date:Saturday 3 October

📍Meet:   Holy Family Church 11 am

SATURDAY 3 OCTOBER: We will meet at Holy Family Church at 11:00am. Our reflective walk will take us through the Halewood Triangle stopping at the Ducky Pond, which will allow us time to consider this year’s theme of water. We aim to arrive at St Marks by 12 noon, where we will have a short prayer service, including a blessing of the newly established Parish garden. The morning will finish with tea in the hall. All are welcome. (For those not able to walk there is the opportunity to join us at either end).

LIVESIMPLY

We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others.

Season of Creation ‘1 September to 4 October’

The Season of Creation is underway - an annual ecumenical period of prayer and action to care for the natural world.

This year has a theme of living water, drawn from Ezekiel 47: 1-12, which portrays Gods life-giving water flowing from the temple of God.

Water is precious and in England we're using water faster than nature can replace. The small, everyday choices made in homes and workplaces can make a big difference.

Take a look at https://letssavewater.com  to see what you can do to make a change.

A HUGE THANK YOU:

A huge thankyou to Lydia Harrison for organising such a wonderfully generous sharing of the gifts of creation in giving away plants and seeds in St Mary’s on Sunday, in Holy Family on Saturday evening and even St Mark’s on Sunday morning too. She does such an amazing job in not only collecting so many plants but shares her gardening wisdom with those choosing plants for their garden. Thanks Lydia!

LIVE SIMPLY - FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT WINE TASTING:

📅 Date: 19 September 2026: 10:00-4:00pm

📍 St Mary's Parish Hall

Have you ever tried Fairtrade wines?  During Fairtrade Fortnight, come and sample some Fairtrade wines, both red and white, in St Mary’s parish hall on Saturday 26 September 2026 at 7:30pm and learn more about the importance of Fairtrade products.  Tickets are £10 and on sale after Mass at Holy Family, St Mark’s and St Mary’s on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September (if there are any left). 

Light nibbles are included - but please eat first!

JUSTICE AND PEACE YOUTH GROUP:  

📅 Date:  On Sunday 13 September at 4.30-5:30pm

📍Location:   parish hall at St Anthony's of Padua

On Sunday 13 September at 4.30-5:30pm in the parish hall at St Anthony's of Padua the Justice and Peace youth group will be holding an information session for young people aged 10 years old and above and their parents/ guardians to invite them to think about joining our group.

There will be a presentation and refreshments, and a chance for the young people to meet.

We meet twice a month - second Sunday of the month at St Anthony of Padua and the fourth Sunday of the month at Bishop Eton - time 4:00pm-6:00pm and share fun, prayers, learning about the world and activities to try to make the world a better place. We'd love to see you - no commitment necessary, just come along!

MASS OF ANOINTING AND PRAYERS AT THE SHRINE OF ST PEREGRINE (PATRON SAINT OF THOSE WITH CANCER AND SERIOUS ILLNESSES):

📅 Date:  Saturday 19th September 12noon

📍 Location:  Shrine of St Peregrine OLA Gateacre

Our Lady of the Assumption Church, L25 2RW, Saturday 19 September 12noon. All are welcome to pray for healing and comfort for themselves or loved ones who are ill or those who have received difficult news. There will be coffee and cake to follow to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

ADVENTUROUS ACCOMPANIMENT DAY WORKSHOP:

📅 Date:  Saturday 19 September, 10:00am-4:00pm

📍Location:  St Margaret Clitheroe Centre.

A free workshop suitable for both beginners and those with experience.

Please bring your own lunch. For enquiries, please contact Moses Mui at:

KNIGHTS OF ST COLUMBA – SPONSORED WALK:

This year's walk will take place on Sunday 27 September and the proceeds will be in aid of St Joseph's Hospice. Last year, we raised £4000.00 and in the present circumstances we realise it is so important to assist hospices as much as we can and hope we can even improve on last year's effort. Our walk around the whole perimeter of Sefton Park will commence at the entrance to the park opposite Lark Lane at 2:00pm.

ALIVE WORSHIP CELEBRATION:

📅 Date:   NOW Sunday 27 September, 4:00pm -5:00pm NOT 20 September.

📍Location:  Our Lady of the Assumption Church, L25 2RW.

All are welcome to come and experience worship and prayer led by One Hope Project, a Catholic collective bringing impactful music, fresh creativity and building community. ALIVE celebrates God’s active presence in our lives. There will be prayer, adoration, friendship and hospitality to follow.

SVP:

We continue to support the foodbanks and would be grateful for your donations of pasta, tinned meat, spaghetti, small packs of tea, small jars of coffee, cordial, laundry washing capsules and shampoo. Please drop your donations into the boxes in the porch. Thank you!

MACMILLIAN COFFEE MORNING:

On Friday 25 September at 11:00am Denise King will be hosting a Coffee Morning, at her house. All welcome!

HOME MISSIONS (EVANGELII GAUDIUM):

 There will be a retiring collection next Sunday 20 September.

SVP COLLECTION:

There will be a retiring collection on Sunday 27 September. Thank you for your continuing generosity.

CAFOD HARVEST FAST DAY:

There will be a retiring collection on Sunday 4 October. Gift Aid envelopes and Prayer Cards will be available.

St Mary’s, Church Road, Woolton, Liverpool L25 5JF  0151-428-2256  www.stmaryswoolton.org.uk   ♿ Parish Priest: Fr Peter McGrail Assistant: Fr Peter Murphy Deacon: Peter Renwick Parish Administrators: Ann O’Neill & Karen Beardwood	📧 EMAILS  Parish Office: Baptisms: Parish safeguarding: LiveSimply Email:  RCIA: I BELIEVE:
	We live stream our Masses, you can join us online at: http://www.churchservices.tv/woolton  Facebook: www.facebook.com/stmaryswoolton/

6^thSEPTEMBER 2026

 TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME YEAR A

Confessions: Sunday10:40am (20 minutes before Mass).

Funerals: Daniel Morton RIP. Monday 7 Sept 1:00pm

PLEASE BE AWARE!!

Due to a major project taking place in St Mary’s grounds from Sunday 13 September to Monday 21 September, there will be no weekday Masses during this time and no access to the parish hall.

The usual Masses on Sunday 13 and Sunday 20 September will still take place.

Please be aware that the car park will be closed from 2:00pm on Sunday 13 September to 9:00am on Sunday 20 September.

Thank you for your understanding and co-operation.

A WARM WELCOME:

Whether this is your first time with us, you are visiting, or you have been part of our parish community for many years, you are very welcome. Please join us after Sunday Mass for tea and coffee in the Parish Hall — we would be delighted to see you.

SEASON OF CREATION 2026:

📅 Date: Saturday 12 September

📍 Location:  St Mary’s Church

On Saturday 12 September St Mary’s Church will be open for a ‘Time of Prayer and Adoration’

• 9:30am:   Morning Prayer
• 11:30am: Rosary for Creation
• 12 Noon: Angelus and then the church closes.

PARISH SIGNAL GROUP:

The parish Signal broadcast group has been set up to share important updates, Mass times, community news etc. If you would like to join the group, then click here or visit the frequently asked questions section of the parish website and follow the instructions. You will need to download the signal app first and then follow the group link or scan the QR code.

Please ensure you configure your privacy settings.

If you have any questions, please contact the parish office.

SUMMER MASS SCHEDULE:

This schedule is in place from until Friday 30th October, please refer to the table above for details.

The priest will be available to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) 20 minutes before each Sunday Mass. 

PILGRIMAGE TO ASSISI 26-30 OCTOBER 2026:

The Parishes of St Mary’s Woolton and St John Vianney invite you to join us on this wonderful Pilgrimage to Assisi Monday 26 - Friday 30 October 2026, led by Fr Peter McGrail and provided by Joe Walsh Tours.

Contact Joe Walsh Tours directly to book, UK Freephone:0808 1890468,  email

Pilgrimage Itinerary can be found here: 

2026_-_ASSISI_Itinerary_-St_Marys_Woolton__St_John_Vianney.pdf   

MP’S DEBATE ASSISTED SUICIDE BILL:

 On 11 September, MPs will debate the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill at its Second Reading in the House of Commons. Archbishop John Sherrington, Archbishop of Liverpool and Lead Bishop for Life Issues, has spoken about the importance of this issue, saying: “Assisted suicide is a matter of life and death… I urge people to contact their Member of Parliament and ask them to vote against this deeply flawed bill at Second Reading. “In response, we are inviting people from across the archdiocese to unite in prayer on Tuesday 8 September at 7.00pm via Zoom, ahead of the parliamentary debate.  By completing the form, participants can register their interest in joining the prayer gathering and will receive the Zoom link, together with resources, before the debate. Register your interest here: Pray for the Protection of Life: Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill – Fill in form  

You can contact your MP using the online resources provided by CBCEW in association with Right to Life UK. Please visit Oppose Assisted Suicide - Catholic Bishops' Conference

PRAYER & MASS INTENTIONS

Mass Intentions this week

Mark Rutledge (A) ; Margaret M. (Successful Op); Maureen Weise RIP & Paul Weise LD (Memorial)

We pray for those who have recently died: 

Mark Rutledge

Also  those whose anniversaries occur around this time including:  

Andrew Roddy, Tony Gilbertson and Patrick McKeown.

  We pray for all those who are housebound and sick including:

John M, Tony M, Sara L, Faye, Gill O,Margaret M, Colin E, Linda R, Jenny D, Patrick P, John M, John C, Mary K, Paul W, Ann W, Fr Tom CSsR, Anne M, Jane R, Nick Y, Hugh W, Dilys P, Maura B, Doreen R, Frank M, Carol W, Shelagh B, Karen O’H, Margaret M, Maureen O, Christopher T, Imelda McV, John T, Jennifer G, Catherine S, Joan G.

WORLD ALZHEIMER’S MONTH:

This Tuesday 1 September marked the start of World Alzheimer’s Month. This year’s theme: “The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do: A Dementia Diagnosis Matters” focuses on recognising early signs, reducing stigma and emphasising the importance of timely intervention.

Please follow this link for more information and to sign an Open Letter to the Secretary of State. We need a bold and ambitious plan for dementia

LOVE TO MOVE-AGE AND DEMENTIA FRIENDLY SEATED MOVEMENT PROGRAMME:

📅 Date: Tuesday 22 September

📍 Location: Parish Hall

PLEASE NOTE: The next session will be Tuesday 22 September 2026 from 1:00pm-3:00pm and NOT 15 SEPTEMBER as advertised

For the dates of the sessions from now to the end of the year click below

UCM MEETING:

📅 Date:Wednesday 9 September at 12:30pm

📍 Location: Parish Hall

Wednesday 9 September at 12:30pm in the Parish Hall. Looking forward to seeing UCM Members and any other ladies who would like to join us will be made very welcome. Please bring your lunch

LIVESIMPLY

We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others.

• Season of Creation ‘1 September to 4 October’

  The Season of Creation is underway - an annual ecumenical period of prayer and action to care for the natural world.

  This year has a theme of living water, drawn from Ezekiel 47: 1-12, which portrays Gods life-giving water flowing from the temple of God. Water is precious and in England we're using water faster than nature can replace. The small, everyday choices made in homes and workplaces can make a big difference. Take a look at https://letssavewater.com  to see what you can do to make a change.

LIVE SIMPLY - FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT WINE TASTING:

📅 Date: 19 September 2026: 10:00-4:00pm

📍 St Mary's Parish Hall

Have you ever tried Fairtrade wines?  During Fairtrade Fortnight, come and sample some Fairtrade wines, both red and white, in St Mary’s parish hall on Saturday 26 September 2026 at 7:30pm and learn more about the importance of Fairtrade products.  Tickets are £10 and on sale after Mass at Holy Family, St Mark’s and St Mary’s on Saturdays and Sundays 5-6 and also 12-13 September (if there are any left). 

Light nibbles are included - but please eat first!

MUCH WOOLTON SCHOOL UNIFORMS:

We have a supply of nearly new and new uniforms for Much Woolton School. Available in the parish hall on Sunday 30 August and Sunday 6 September from 12 noon. All welcome.

A CONCERT FOR THE NUNCIO:

📅 Date:   Saturday 12 September at 7:30pm

📍Location:  St Francis de Sales Church, Hale Rd, Walton L4 3RL.

 Featuring Anna Callacher: Soprano, the Hope Street Consort: Paul Thomas: Trumpet and James Luxton playing the organ. Followed by a light supper. There will be a retiring collection. All welcome.

EVENING PRAYER WITH THE APOSTOLIC NUNCIO:

📅 Date:    Sunday 13 September at 3pm

📍Location: The Metropolitan Cathedral

All are invited to the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King on Sunday 13 September at 3pm for the culmination of the Apostolic Nuncio’s visit to the archdiocese. This date coincides with the 175th anniversary of the establishment of the Metropolitan Chapter of Liverpool.

The celebration will take the form of Evening Prayer sung in the Cathedral. A drinks reception will follow in the Cathedral crypt. The Apostolic Nuncio will also celebrate the Solemn Mass at 11am in the Cathedral on that date.

ALIVE WORSHIP CELEBRATION:

📅 Date:   NOW Sunday 27 September, 4:00pm -5:00pm NOT 20 September.

📍Location:  Our Lady of the Assumption Church, L25 2RW.

All are welcome to come and experience worship and prayer led by One Hope Project, a Catholic collective bringing impactful music, fresh creativity and building community. ALIVE celebrates God’s active presence in our lives. There will be prayer, adoration, friendship and hospitality to follow.

ADVENTUROUS ACCOMPANIMENT DAY WORKSHOP:

📅 Date:  Saturday 19 September, 10:00am-4:00pm

📍Location:  St Margaret Clitheroe Centre.

A free workshop suitable for both beginners and those with experience.

Please bring your own lunch. For enquiries, please contact Moses Mui at:

JUSTICE AND PEACE YOUTH GROUP:  

📅 Date:  On Sunday 13 September at 4.30-5:30pm

📍Location:   parish hall at St Anthony's of Padua

On Sunday 13 September at 4.30-5:30pm in the parish hall at St Anthony's of Padua the Justice and Peace youth group will be holding an information session for young people aged 10 years old and above and their parents/ guardians to invite them to think about joining our group.

There will be a presentation and refreshments, and a chance for the young people to meet.

We meet twice a month - second Sunday of the month at St Anthony of Padua and the fourth Sunday of the month at Bishop Eton - time 4:00pm-6:00pm and share fun, prayers, learning about the world and activities to try to make the world a better place. We'd love to see you - no commitment necessary, just come along!

SVP:

We continue to support the foodbanks and would be grateful for your donations of pasta, tinned meat, spaghetti, small packs of tea, small jars of coffee, cordial, laundry washing capsules and shampoo. Please drop your donations into the boxes in the porch. Thank you!

GEORGE B:

Many congratulations to our long-standing parishioner George B who celebrates his 100^th birthday this week.

MACMILLIAN COFFEE MORNING:

On Friday 25 September at 11:00am Denise King will be hosting a Coffee Morning, at her house. All welcome!

CATHOLIC EDUCATION SERVICES:

There will be a retiring collection next weekend.

St Mary’s, Church Road, Woolton, Liverpool L25 5JF  0151-428-2256  www.stmaryswoolton.org.uk   ♿ Parish Priest: Fr Peter McGrail Assistant: Fr Peter Murphy Deacon: Peter Renwick Parish Administrators: Ann O’Neill & Karen Beardwood	📧 EMAILS  Parish Office: Baptisms: Parish safeguarding: LiveSimply Email:  RCIA: I BELIEVE:
	We live stream our Masses, you can join us online at: http://www.churchservices.tv/woolton  Facebook: www.facebook.com/stmaryswoolton/

31^thAUGUST 2026

 TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME YEAR A

Confessions: Sunday10:40am (20 minutes before Mass).

Funerals:  None

AUGUSTINIAN MISSION APPEAL:

This weekend we welcome Fr Anilkumar to the parishes of St Mary’s and St John Vianney. Fr Anilkumar will come with appeal envelopes and a contactless machine for your offerings.

A WARM WELCOME:

Whether this is your first time with us, you are visiting, or you have been part of our parish community for many years, you are very welcome. Please join us after Sunday Mass for tea and coffee in the Parish Hall — we would be delighted to see you.

PARISH SIGNAL GROUP:

The parish Signal broadcast group has been set up to share important updates, Mass times, community news etc. If you would like to join the group, thenclick hereor visit the frequently asked questions section of the parish website and follow the instructions. You will need to download the signal app first and then follow the group link or scan the QR code.

Please ensure you configure your privacy settings.

If you have any questions, please contact the parish office.

SUMMER MASS SCHEDULE:

This schedule is in place from until Friday 30th October, please refer to the table above for details.

The priest will be available to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) 20 minutes before each Sunday Mass. 

BREAKING NEWS!!

Due to a major project taking place in St Mary’s grounds from Sunday 13 September to Monday 21 September, there will be no weekday Masses during this time and no access to the parish hall.

The usual Masses on Sunday 13 and Sunday 20 September will still take place.

Please be aware that the car park will be closed from 2:00pm on Sunday 13 September to 9:00am on Sunday 20 September.

Thank you for your understanding and co-operation.

PILGRIMAGE TO ASSISI 26-30 OCTOBER 2026:

The Parishes of St Mary’s Woolton and St John Vianney invite you to join us on this wonderful Pilgrimage to Assisi Monday 26 - Friday 30 October 2026, led by Fr Peter McGrail and provided by Joe Walsh Tours.

Contact Joe Walsh Tours directly to book, UK Freephone:0808 1890468,  email

Pilgrimage Itinerary can be found here: 

2026_-_ASSISI_Itinerary_-St_Marys_Woolton__St_John_Vianney.pdf   

MP’S DEBATE ASSISTED SUICIDE BILL:

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill returns to the House of Commons for its Second Reading on 11 September.

You can contact your MP using the online resources provided by CBCEW in association with Right to Life UK. Please visit Oppose Assisted Suicide - Catholic Bishops' Conference

PRAYER & MASS INTENTIONS

Mass Intentions this week

People of the Parish; Andrew Roddy (A); Tony Gilbertson (A); Sheila Flattery (B/A)

We pray for those who have recently died: 

Daniel Morton and Brother Benjamin C.Ss.R. 

Also  those whose anniversaries occur around this time including:  

Andrew Roddy, Tony Gilbertson and Patrick McKeown.

  We pray for all those who are housebound and sick including:

John M, Tony M, Sara L, Faye, Gill O,Margaret M, Colin E, Linda R, Jenny D, Patrick P, John M, John C, Mary K, Paul W, Ann W, Fr Tom CSsR, Anne M, Jane R, Nick Y, Hugh W, Dilys P, Maura B, Doreen R, Frank M, Carol W, Shelagh B, Karen O’H, Margaret M, Maureen O, Christopher T, Imelda McV, John T, Jennifer G, Catherine S, Joan G.

WORLD ALZHEIMER’S MONTH:

This Tuesday 1 September marks the start of World Alzheimer’s Month. This year’s theme: “The Earlier You Know, The More You Can Do: A Dementia Diagnosis Matters” focuses on recognising early signs, reducing stigma and emphasising the importance of timely intervention.

Please follow this link for more information and to sign an Open Letter to the Secretary of State. We need a bold and ambitious plan for dementia

LOVE TO MOVE-AGE AND DEMENTIA FRIENDLY SEATED MOVEMENT PROGRAMME:

📅 Date: Tuesday 1 September

📍 Location: Parish Hall

The next session is Tuesday 1 September 2026 1:00pm-3:00pm 

For the dates of the sessions from now to the end of the year click below

LADIES' GROUP:

📅 Date:Wednesday 2 September at 12:30pm

📍 Location: Fisher-More hall.

The speaker will be Anne Q and the topic will be ‘Pilgrimage’. Tea and coffee are provided but please bring your own lunch. All welcome!

BLESSING OF BACKPACKS:

As the new school year begins, we will have a special blessing of backpacks and school bags at all Masses across the parishes on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September. We invite all children and young people to bring their backpacks/school bags to Mass to be blessed. We will also pray for all those who work in education.

LIVESIMPLY

We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others.

• Season of Creation ‘1 September to 4 October’

  The theme for this year is ‘Living Water.’ As Christians around the world join together in prayer and action to protect our common home.

  There will be events in our archdiocese and in our parishes celebrating the ‘Season of Creation’.  After the heatwaves this summer it is a perfect time for us all to reflect on what we can do!

  Will you join the ‘Creation Walk’ on Saturday 5 September?  Will you be taking part in the ‘Plant and Seed Giveaway’? 

  Is it time to support Charities like Water Aid who bring the gift of sustainable water supplies to remote communities?

 SEASON OF CREATION 2026:

On Saturday 5 September St Mary’s Church will be open for a time of prayer and adoration:

9:30am    Morning Prayer

9:50am    Adoration

11:30am  Season of Creation Prayer

12 Noon Angelus and then the church closes

SEASON OF CREATION – FREE PLANT AND SEED GIVEAWAY:

The plant and seed giveaway will be after Masses in St Mary's and St John Vianney parishes weekend of 5-6 September. Bring your seeds and plants that need a new home and choose something different. There will be an optional collection box for Friends of the Holy Land in case you want to leave a donation. If you want to, you can drop things off outside St Mary's on Friday 4 or Holy Family on the morning of Saturday 5. Thank you! 

LIVE SIMPLY - FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT WINE TASTING:

📅 Date: 19 September 2026: 10:00-4:00pm

📍 St Mary's Parish Hall

Have you ever tried Fairtrade wines?  During Fairtrade Fortnight, come and sample some Fairtrade wines, both red and white, in St Mary’s parish hall on Saturday 26 September 2026 at 7:30pm and learn more about the importance of Fairtrade products.  Tickets are £10 and on sale after Mass at Holy Family, St Mark’s and St Mary’s on Saturdays and Sundays 5-6 and also 12-13 September (if there are any left). 

Light nibbles are included - but please eat first!

MUCH WOOLTON SCHOOL UNIFORMS:

We have a supply of nearly new and new uniforms for Much Woolton School. Available in the parish hall on Sunday 30 August and Sunday 6 September from 12 noon. All welcome.

SEASON OF CREATION / ST FRANCIS JUBILEE PILGRIMAGE WALK AND MASS:

📅 Date: Sunday 5 September at 10.00am

📍Meet: St Francis of Assisi Church, Garston

Saturday 5 September, join Archbishop John to celebrate these two special events. The 3.6-mile walk will begin at St Francis of Assisi Church, Garston at 10:00am, take us through Sefton Park and end at St Anthony of Padua Church, Mossley Hill. Mass will be celebrated at 12:30pm followed by packed lunch in the hall.

To sign up for the walk, please scan the QR code in the poster above or follow the link: archdioceseofliverpool.org/creation

For more information, contact Chris:

A CONCERT FOR THE NUNCIO:

📅 Date:   Saturday 12 September at 7:30pm

📍Location:  St Francis de Sales Church, Hale Rd, Walton L4 3RL.

 Featuring Anna Callacher: Soprano, the Hope Street Consort: Paul Thomas: Trumpet and James Luxton playing the organ. Followed by a light supper. There will be a retiring collection. All welcome.

EVENING PRAYER WITH THE APOSTOLIC NUNCIO:

📅 Date:    Sunday 13 September at 3pm

📍Location: The Metropolitan Cathedral

All are invited to the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King on Sunday 13 September at 3pm for the culmination of the Apostolic Nuncio’s visit to the archdiocese. This date coincides with the 175th anniversary of the establishment of the Metropolitan Chapter of Liverpool.

The celebration will take the form of Evening Prayer sung in the Cathedral. A drinks reception will follow in the Cathedral crypt. The Apostolic Nuncio will also celebrate the Solemn Mass at 11am in the Cathedral on that date.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

The Irenaeus Centre, 32 Great Georges Road, Waterloo, are desperately looking for 2-3 volunteers to fill the slot on a Monday afternoon, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. If you can help, please phone 0151 949 1199 or contact We are always looking for help at any other time. We are open from 10.00 am – 4.00 pm on Mondays - Thursdays.

DONATIONS NEEDED - GIFTS FOR AFTERNOON TEA RAFFLE:

We would be grateful for your donations of gifts which can be raffled at the monthly age and dementia friendly afternoon tea, please drop them off at the parish office.

Thank you for your support

SVP:

We continue to support the foodbanks and would be grateful for your donations of pasta, tinned meat, spaghetti, small packs of tea, small jars of coffee, cordial, laundry washing capsules and shampoo. Please drop your donations into the boxes in the porch. Thank you!

MACMILLIAN COFFEE MORNING:

On Friday 25 September at 11:00am Denise King will be hosting a Coffee Morning, at her house. All welcome!

St Mary’s, Church Road, Woolton, Liverpool L25 5JF  0151-428-2256  www.stmaryswoolton.org.uk   ♿ Parish Priest: Fr Peter McGrail Assistant: Fr Peter Murphy Deacon: Peter Renwick Parish Administrators: Ann O’Neill & Karen Beardwood	📧 EMAILS  Parish Office: Baptisms: Parish safeguarding: LiveSimply Email:  RCIA: I BELIEVE:
	We live stream our Masses, you can join us online at: http://www.churchservices.tv/woolton  Facebook: www.facebook.com/stmaryswoolton/

23^rdAUGUST 2026

 TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME YEAR A

Confessions: Sunday10:40am (20 minutes before Mass).

Funerals:  None

A WARM WELCOME:

Whether this is your first time with us, you are visiting, or you have been part of our parish community for many years, you are very welcome. Please join us after Sunday Mass for tea and coffee in the Parish Hall — we would be delighted to see you.

SUMMER MASS SCHEDULE:

This schedule is in place from until Friday 30th October, please refer to the table above for details.

The priest will be available to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) 20 minutes before each Sunday Mass. 

PILGRIMAGE TO ASSISI 26-30 OCTOBER 2026:

The Parishes of St Mary’s Woolton and St John Vianney invite you to join us on this wonderful Pilgrimage to Assisi Monday 26 - Friday 30 October 2026, led by Fr Peter McGrail and provided by Joe Walsh Tours.

Please note that online bookings are now closed and you will need to contact Joe Walsh Tours directly to book, UK Freephone:0808 1890468,  email

Pilgrimage Itinerary can be found here: 

2026_-_ASSISI_Itinerary_-St_Marys_Woolton__St_John_Vianney.pdf   

ONE MONTH UNTIL MPS DEBATE ASSISTED SUICIDE BILL: :

The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill returns to the House of Commons for its Second Reading on 11 September.

Those wishing to express their opposition are encouraged to contact their MP using the online resources provided by CBCEW in association with Right to Life UK. For more information and resources, visit Oppose Assisted Suicide - Catholic Bishops' Conference

STAY CONNECTED:

Keep up to date with the latest news from the Archdiocese of Liverpool by joining our WhatsApp Channel here:  https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb8B5Hu2f3EJJwDzn72z

PRAYER & MASS INTENTIONS

Mass Intentions this week

Jack Hughes (B/A); Ray Parr (B/A); Brendan Rodgers (A); Josef Lorenz (LD) & Family

We pray for those who have recently died: 

Daniel Morton

Also  those whose anniversaries occur around this time including:  

Brendan Rodgers

  We pray for all those who are housebound and sick including:

Tony M, Sara L, Faye, Gill O,Margaret M, Colin E, Linda R, Jenny D, Patrick P, John M, John C, Mary K, Paul W, Ann W, Fr Tom CSsR, Anne M, Jane R, Nick Y, Hugh W, Dilys P, Maura B, Doreen R, Frank M, Carol W, Shelagh B, Karen O’H, Margaret M, Maureen O, Christopher T, Imelda McV, John T, Jennifer G, Catherine S, Joan G.

LOVE TO MOVE-AGE AND DEMENTIA FRIENDLY SEATED MOVEMENT PROGRAMME:

📅 Date: Tuesday 1 September

📍 Location: Parish Hall

The next session is Tuesday 1 September 2026 1:00pm-3:00pm 

For the dates of the sessions from now to the end of the year click below

AGE AND DEMENTIA FRIENDLY AFTERNOON TEA AND SINGALONG:

📅 Date:  Friday 28 August from 2:00pm- 4:00pm

📍 Location: Parish Hall

All welcome but especially those with Dementia and their Carers! 

DONATIONS NEEDED - GIFTS FOR AFTERNOON TEA RAFFLE:

We would be grateful for your donations of gifts which can be raffled at the monthly age and dementia friendly afternoon tea, please drop them off at the parish office.

Thank you for your support

SVP:

We continue to support the foodbanks and would be grateful for your donations of pasta, tinned meat, tinned spaghetti, small packs of tea, small jars of coffee,cordial, laundry washing capsules and shampoo. Please drop your donations into the boxes in the porch. Thank you!

ADVENTUROUS ACCOMPANIMENT DAY WORKSHOP

📅 Date: 19 September 2026: 10:00-4:00pm

📍 St Margaret Clitherow Centre

Exploring the ministry of accompaniment, suitable for both beginners and those with experience. Please bring your own lunch.

Sign up here https://forms.office.com/e/9zxSLAndhm

For enquiries, please contact Moses Mui, Training Coordinator at

LIVE SIMPLY - FAIRTRADE FORTNIGHT WINE TASTING:

📅 Date: 19 September 2026: 10:00-4:00pm

📍 St Mary's Parish Hall

Have you ever tried Fairtrade wines?  During Fairtrade Fortnight, come and sample some Fairtrade wines, both red and white, in St Mary’s parish hall on Saturday 26 September 2026 at 7:30pm and learn more about the importance of Fairtrade products.  Tickets are £10 and on sale after Mass at Holy Family, St Mark’s and St Mary’s on Saturdays and Sundays 5-6 and also 12-13 September (if there are any left). 

Light nibbles are included - but please eat first!

LIVESIMPLY

We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others.

• Season of Creation ‘1 September to 4 October’

  The theme for this year is ‘Living Water.’ As Christians around the world join together in prayer and action to protect our common home.

  There will be events in our archdiocese and in our parishes celebrating the ‘Season of Creation’.  After the heatwaves this summer it is a perfect time for us all to reflect on what we can do!

  Will you join the ‘Creation Walk’ on Saturday 5 September?  Will you be taking part in the ‘Plant and Seed Giveaway’? 

  Is it time to support Charities like Water Aid who bring the gift of sustainable water supplies to remote communities?

CALLING ALL GARDENERS!: 

To mark the Season of Creation in September, there will be a free plant and seed giveaway in both St Mary’s and St John Vianney parishes. 

More details will be given closer to the time.

It would be brilliant if you could start collecting seeds (store them in a paper bag in the fridge) or rooting cuttings now, in time for September. Have a think about any indoor or outdoor plants that might need a new home. If you have plants like poppies, foxgloves or marigolds and would like to know how to collect seeds, please speak to Lydia. It might be fun as a project for the school holidays. Thank you! 

Please follow this link for more information: Click here

JUBILEE GARDEN PROJECT – ONLINE EVENTS:

As we approach the Season of Creation, the Ecological Conversion Group invites you to get involved in the Jubilee Garden Project, in partnership with The God Who Speaks. The project encourages us to use physical space to heal, transform and renew our relationship with God and the earth.

Launch Webinar – Tuesday 1 September, 8:00pm
Join the online launch of the Jubilee Garden Project. All are welcome. Register: https://jubileegarden.org/launch/

Preparing the Ground – Thursday 10 September, 1:00pm or 7:00pm

Two online sessions exploring what a Jubilee Garden could look like in a parish, home, religious community or school setting. Register:  https://jubileegarden.org/workingparty/

SFX EXAM SUCCESS:

Congratulations to all year 11 students, their families and all the staff at SFX on this year’s outstanding results. Many students will now continue their education at SFX Sixth Form, while others will progress to colleges, apprenticeships and training providers as they pursue a wide range of career aspirations. We wish them all continued success!

PARISH SIGNAL GROUP:

The parish Signal broadcast group has been set up to share important updates, Mass times, community news etc. If you would like to join the group, thenclick hereor visit the frequently asked questions section of the parish website and follow the instructions. You will need to download the signal app first and then follow the group link or scan the QR code.

Please ensure you configure your privacy settings.

If you have any questions, please contact the parish office.

SEASON OF CREATION / ST FRANCIS JUBILEE PILGRIMAGE WALK AND MASS:

📅 Date: Sunday 5 September at 10.00am

📍Meet: St Francis of Assisi Church, Garston

Saturday 5 September, join Archbishop John to celebrate these two special events. The 3.6-mile walk will begin at St Francis of Assisi Church, Garston at 10:00am, take us through Sefton Park and end at St Anthony of Padua Church, Mossley Hill. Mass will be celebrated at 12:30pm followed by packed lunch in the hall.

To sign up for the walk, please scan the QR code in the poster above or follow the link: archdioceseofliverpool.org/creation

For more information, contact Chris:

EVENING PRAYER WITH THE APOSTOLIC NUNCIO:

📅 Date:    Sunday 13 September at 3pm

📍Location: The Metropolitan Cathedral

All are invited to the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King on Sunday 13 September at 3pm for the culmination of the Apostolic Nuncio’s visit to the archdiocese. This date coincides with the 175th anniversary of the establishment of the Metropolitan Chapter of Liverpool.

The celebration will take the form of Evening Prayer sung in the Cathedral. A drinks reception will follow in the Cathedral crypt. The Apostolic Nuncio will also celebrate the Solemn Mass at 11am in the Cathedral on that date.

WEEKEND OF PRAYER AND RENEWAL ST JOSEPH’S PRAYER CENTRE - FORMBY:

📅 Date:  25-27 September, 2026

📍Location: St Joseph's Prayer Centre

Keynote speaker Ros Powell. Residential stay available. 

ANNUAL APPEAL:

The Annual Mission Appeal, which is organised through the Archdiocese, is for the Augustinians this year and it will take place next Sunday 30 August. Thank you!