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St Mary’s, Church Road, Woolton, Liverpool L25 5JF Parish Priest: Fr Peter McGrail Assistant: Fr Peter Murphy Deacon: Peter Renwick Parish Administrators: Ann O’Neill & Karen Beardwood |
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We live stream our Masses, you can join us online at: http://www.churchservices.tv/woolton Facebook: www.facebook.com/stmaryswoolton/
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Archdiocese of Liverpool Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) Charity Number 1199714
Archdiocesan Website: www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk
30th & 31stMAY 2026
Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, Year A
| Day | Date | Time | Times are for Masses unless stated otherwise |
| Sat | 30th | 5.30pm |
Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, Year A |
| Sun | 31st | 11.00am | |
| Mon |
1st |
St Justin | |
| Tue | 2nd |
NO MASS |
St Marcellinus & St Peter |
| Wed | 3rd |
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St Charles Lwanga & Companions |
| Thus | 4th |
12 noon |
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| Fri | 5th |
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St Boniface |
| Sat | 6th | 5.30pm |
Feast of Corpus Christi, Year A |
| Sun | 7th |
11.00am |
Confessions: Saturday 4:45pm-5:20pm
Funerals: None
CHANGES TO MASS TIMES:
Fr Peter McGrail is away in Padua next week and Fr Peter Murphy is attending a conference, so there will be some changes to the Mass times:
Monday 1 June 9:15am Holy Family
Tuesday 2 June No Mass
Wednesday 3 June No Mass
Thursday 4 June 12.00 St Mary’s
Thursday 4 June 18.30 St Mark’s
Friday 5 June No Mass
CALLING ALL PARISHIONERS:
We are really excited by our new communication app, Signal.
It’s a fantastic way to keep in touch with our parish and all the exciting news that is happening. It’s very easy to use once you are signed up, so why not join everyone who has already joined. Simply download the secure app either android or apple, enter your phone number and request to join the St Mary’s group.
It’s a lot safer than most apps and WhatsApp and means we are compliant with the general data protection regulation (GDPR). If you are unsure speak to David, Tricia, Anita or contact the office for help. We look forward to seeing you signed up!
THE ARCHDIOCESE OF LIVERPOOL IS NOW ON WHATSAPP:
Stay connected with the latest news, updates, and events from across the archdiocese and beyond by following our new channel. Simply scan the QR code or click the link to join
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb8B5Hu2f3EJJwDzn72z
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.
- The cost is £1165.00 per person to include:
- Direct return flights from Manchester to Rome
- 10kg bags included (optional 20kg at extra cost)
- all transfers and tours by private coach
- 4 nights in Hotel Frate Sole – Assisi on a half board basis (drinks excluded),
- full religious programme led by Fr Peter McGrail,
- fully guided with tours and visits as per itinerary.
Travel Insurance required at the time of booking.
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
NOVENA - DAY FOR LIFE:
Archbishop John Sherrington is inviting all parishes and parishioners across the archdiocese to join together in praying a Novena in preparation for the forthcoming Day for Life on Sunday 21 June. If you have missed the advertised times to pray the Novena, you still have time to pray it before 21 June. The Novena is available on the Bishops’ Conference website: https://cbcew.org.uk/novena-for-life, as well as at https://prayforlife.ie
A joint message from the lead Bishops for Life of the three conferences can be found on the Archdiocesan website Message for Day for Life 2026 | News
MASS INTENTIONS:
If you would like a Mass intention for a specific date, please provide as much notice as possible when you submit your request and we will do our best to accommodate you.
PRAYER & MASS INTENTIONS
Mass Intentions this week
Holy Souls; Owen McDonough (A); Ken Foy (A); Gill Onslow (Sick); Shelagh Burke (Ints)
We pray for those who have recently died:
Rosemary Poole
Also those whose anniversaries occur around this time including:
Owen McDonough and Ken Foy
We pray for all those who are housebound and sick including:
Gill O, Sr Ursula R, 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 9 June
📍 Location: Parish Hall
The next session will be this Tuesday 9 June 2026 1:00pm-3:00pm
For the dates of the sessions from January to July 2026 click below
LIVESIMPLY
We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others.
This week we enter into National Volunteer Week. Volunteering is not only a vital component of UK society, it is central to Catholic Social Teaching. Millions of people make incredible contributions, giving their time and skill across the UK, enabling charities and organisations to function effectively. Volunteering takes you on a journey of growth, connection, fulfilment and well-being.
Do you hear the `cry of the earth’ or the `cry of the poor’? How can you share your skills and expertise in your local community, your parish and your city to make this world a better place for all?
NUGENT – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
Nugent is looking for dedicated individuals to join us in our mission to make a positive impact on our communities. If you have a few hours to spare there are volunteer roles in our pantry, shop and care homes. Please email for more information on how you can make a difference through volunteering.
WOMEN’S GROUP MEETING:
📅 Date: Wednesday 3 June 12.30pm
📍 Location: Fisher-More Hall
Teresa Brittain, a Sister of the Congregation of Our Lady of Sion, who works in interfaith dialogue in Manchester and is a Trustee of the Council of Christians and Jews will speak about ‘Living in Hope; Working for Peace “. Tea and coffee provided. All welcome!
AN INTERNATIONAL CELEBRATION OF CULTURAL DIVERSITY:
📅 Date: Saturday 13th June
📍Location: St Mary's Church 5.30pm Mass
On 13 June at 5:30pm Mass at St Mary’s we will celebrate the cultural diversity of our parish families with a simple mass followed by a shared meal in the parish hall. If you have any ideas of traditions or hymns you would like to include within the Mass.
If you would be happy to bring along a traditional dish to share or can help in any way to make this a special celebration contact our live simply group at or speak to one of our team after Mass.
JUSTICE AND PEACE YOUTH GROUP:
Are you aged between 10 and 17? Then come and join our Justice and Peace Youth Group! Then come along on Sunday 14 June - Bishop Eton 2:00pm-5:00pm ‘Garden Party’ in ‘Aid of Project Zimbabwe’.
Contact Sarah McGeehan for more details or 07415 099048
MUCH WOOLTON – EASYFUNDRAISING:
If you become a supporter on easyfundraising, you'll raise free funds for Much Woolton simply by shopping online. The retailer pays a percentage of what you spend as a donation to the school. If you join by Sunday 24 May, you can help Much Woolton win
a £5,000 donation prize. Much Woolton will get a FREE entry each time a new supporter signs up, it only takes a moment and is completely free.
To sign up, just scan the QR code or click the link Support a Good Cause | Easyfundraising and search for Much Woolton Catholic Primary School.
SVP:
We continue to support the foodbanks and would be grateful for your donations of tinned goods (soup, spaghetti, beans and fruit), tomato pasta sauce, washing up liquid, milk UHT or powdered, toilet rolls and deodorant.
Please drop your donations into the boxes in the porch. Thank you!
JOIN THE CATHEDRAL CHOIR:
Applications are open for children currently in Years 2–5 to audition for the Cathedral Choir at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral. Choristers receive exceptional musical training, sing at regular services and special events, and become part of a welcoming and supportive choir community. If you know a child who loves to sing, we would love to hear from you.
For for more information or to sign up please click the link Archdiocese of Liverpool Music Department - sign up or watch the video below
FORTY HOURS OF ADORATION:
‘HE IS WORTHY'
📅 Date: 5th - 7th June 2026
📍 Location: Our Lady of the Assumption Church, L25 2RW
Forty hours of solemn adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with times to explore the meaning of the Eucharist in our personal lives and in our world today. Adoration will take place through Saturday night and Sunday morning, concluding with a Blessed Sacrament Procession at 12noon on Sunday 7 June. All welcome!
Please click the link or scan the QR code to sign up: https://forms.gle/zxB9dNzzXyQZ7gUF9
WOOLTON PICTURE HOUSE:
As you may be aware, the fundraising campaign exceeded its target but a mystery backer purchased the building and has agreed a 101-year lease at a peppercorn rent. All of the money raised so far can now go into the refurbishment of the building and a second phase of fundraising for these ambitious plans will begin in the autumn, along with community consultations. To find out more about plans for the building, consultations and events please sign up for the email newsletter list here.
KEVIN MCCLOUD'S LISTED BRITAIN - ON MORE4:
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King will be featured in the new series ‘Kevin McCloud’s Listed Britain', tune in to episode 4 this Wednesday 3 June at 9:00pm to see Kevin explore the stories behind our wonderful cathedral and it’s stunning, unusual architecture.
SVP COLLECTION:
There will be a retiring collection after all the Masses this weekend 30/31 May. Thank you!