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^th & 7^thJUNE 2026

FEAST OF CORPUS CHRISTI, YEAR A

Confessions: Saturday 4:45pm-5:20pm

Funerals: None

CHANGES TO MASS TIMES:

As Fr Peter McGrail is on Retreat 14-19 June, Mass that week will be celebrated at the following times:

• Tuesday 16 June 9:15- Holy Family
• Thursday 18 June 12:00- St Mary’s
• Friday 19 June 10:00- St Mark’s

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. 

DIOCESAN LOURDES PILGRIMAGE:

At Archbishop John’s request, from next weekend there will be a petition box on the altar for parishioners to leave a written intention which will be taken to the Diocesan Lourdes Mass on Sunday 19 July at 3:00pm at the Cathedral. Petitions will then be taken to Lourdes on 23 July and will be remembered at each Mass and placed at the Grotto at the end of the pilgrimage. We will also light a Diocesan Candle to continue that prayer as we journey homeward. 

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

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   

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

Baby Noah; Andy Rylands (A &B/A); Veronica Redford (LD); Matthew Edvarston (LD)

We pray for those who have recently died: 

Also  those whose anniversaries occur around this time including:  

Andy Rylands

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

Faye, 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. 

Bike Week 2026: 8-14 June -

“Remember that bodily exercise, when it is well ordered, as I have said, is also prayer by means of which you can please God our Lord."  St. Ignatius of Loyola

Run by Cycling UK for more than 100 years, Bike Week is the UK’s biggest celebration of cycling - highlighting how cycling can make everyday life better for people and communities, the aim is to create happier, healthier and greener lives. https://www.cyclinguk.org/bikeweek

Merseyside has a vast network of cycle routes and many cycling groups offering free activities. Did you know:

• Commuting by bike is up to 9x cheaper than driving?
• Regular cycling can help reduce the risk of Type2 Diabetes?
• Cycling to school is proven to help young people’s concentration at school?
• Regular cycling can help reduce the risk of serious mental illness by 20%? (Data supplied from Merseytravel)

Whether you cycle every day, ride occasionally or have not been on a bike in years, Bike Week is for you!

https://www.merseytravel.gov.uk/active-travel/cycling/

SUMMER RETREATS AT THE CHRISTIAN HERITAGE CENTRE:

HEART TO HEART – WOMEN’S RETREAT:

📅 Date: 19 - 22 June 2026:

An opportunity for Catholic women: three days of guided prayer, discernment and silence in beautiful surroundings, led by Fr Bernard Murphy, CFR and the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal. The retreat will offer space for attentiveness to the Lord based on principles of Ignatian spirituality. https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/heart-to-heart-retreat/ Download the JPG flier here

FREE WILL AND GRACE – A THOMISTIC APPROACH:

📅 Date: 28-31 August 2026:

Led by Rev Dr Simon Gaine OP. More information at:

 Free Will & Grace [residential course]

NUGENT – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

 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.

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

UCM Meeting:

📅 Date: Wednesday 10 June at 12:30pm

📍 Location: 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.

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!

JOB VACANCY:

An exciting opportunity to join Christ the King  School In Southport as Chaplain. If you are interested or know someone then please go to 
https://www.christtheking-school.com/Vacancies/or contact school.

 ONLINE RETREAT - BELOVED BY GOD:

📅 Date: Saturday 27 June 2026 12noon-4:00pm,

📍 Location: Online

The School for Synodality is pleased to announce a unique retreat day on Saturday 27 June 2026 12noon-4:00pm, held online and open to all those who wish to explore knowing ourselves ‘beloved by God’. We invite you to rediscover the joy of your baptism with inspirational Catholic speaker David Wells, and a mixture of personal reflection and the opportunity to share prayerfully with others. Register your attendance here: www.tickettailor.com/events/schoolforsynodality/2179967

SUMMER GARDEN PARTY AT IRENAEUS:

📅 Date: Sunday  28 June at 3:00pm

📍 Location:  Irenaeus Centre, L22 1RD.

 For more information contact

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND:

📅 Date: Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June

📍 Location:  St Margaret Clitherow Centre.

The experience will with be led by Fr Andrew Burns CSsR with Laity Couple Presenters and offers precious quality time to support lifelong marriage, personal growth and spiritual growth in the Catholic faith context.

Details can be found on the website https://wwme.org.uk

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.

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

SVP COLLECTION:

There will be a retiring collection after all the Masses next weekend  13th/14th June Thank you! 

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/

30^th & 31^stMAY 2026

Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, Year A

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! 

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^rd & 24^thMAY 2026

Solemnity of Pentecost, Year A

Confessions: Saturday 4:45pm-5:20pm

Funerals: None

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. The Novena will run from Saturday 23 May to the Feast of the Visitation (Sunday 31 May). This is the third year in which the Dioceses of England and Wales will join with those of Scotland and Ireland to pray this Novena. 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

PRAYER & MASS INTENTIONS

Mass Intentions this week

People of the Parish; Gilbertson Family; Joan Lambert (RIP) & Kate Lockett (LD); Sheila Draper (LD); Carol Roberts (LD)

We pray for those who have recently died: 

Tony Clarke

Also  those whose anniversaries occur around this time including:  

Frank Woodward

  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 26 May

📍 Location: Parish Hall

The next session will be this Tuesday 26 May 1:00pm-3:00pm 

For the dates of the sessions from January to July 2026 click below

UCM MEETING:

📅 Date: Wednesday 27 May

📍 Location: Parish Hall at 12:30pm 

 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.

AGE AND DEMENTIA FRIENDLY AFTERNOON TEA AND SINGALONG:

📅 Date: Friday 29 May

📍 Location: Parish Hall

This Friday 29 May from 2:00pm- 4:00pm all welcome but especially those with Dementia and their Carers! 

LIVESIMPLY

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

Last week, Laudato Si called us to move from hope to action.  Filled with the joy of the Spirit, this week we join in ‘National Children’s Gardening Week’.  We give thanks for the greenery which surrounds us in this part of our wonderful city.

Children, it’s your week, to contribute your outdoor skills, to build our Common Home; sow some seeds, plant some plants, help in the garden. National Children’s Gardening Week, visit: https://www.childrensgardeningweek.co.uk/,https://www.childrensgardeningweek.co.uk/, celebrates the fun that gardens hold.  Children, parents, carers and grandparents can all join in by finding ideas for fun garden projects and activities on the site - to grow, garden and care for the natural world.

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! Make new friends, learn about your faith and help others. Come along to one of our upcoming meetings:

• Thursday 28 May at St Anthony of Padua Church Hall 6:30pm–8:00pm - a Walk in Nature and the Power of Prayer.
• 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

PRAY IN MAY – MARY’S MEALS:

Mary’s Meals provides nutritious school meals to children living in poverty, enabling access to education and long‑term hope. During the month of May, Mary’s Meals is inviting churches and schools to take part in their “Pray in May” campaign, encouraging prayer and reflection for children around the world who rely on a daily school meal. Please click the link if you would like more information or to donate Pray in May.

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!

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.

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

TWO CATHEDRALS' MARCH:

📅 Date: Sunday 24 May 2026, 3:00-5:00pm

📍 Location: Meet at the Metropolitan Cathedral 

The Churches of the Liverpool City Region invite you to join together as we celebrate Pentecost with a march from Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral to Liverpool Anglican Cathedral. We gather for this family friendly event at 3:00pm on the plaza outside the Metropolitan Cathedral before walking together along Hope Street to the Liverpool Cathedral.

The theme for this year’s march is ‘Many voices, one faith’. We will be welcoming people from many different cultures and backgrounds to participate in this symbol of Christian unity and togetherness. The march finishes at the Anglican Cathedral with family friendly activities and numerous stalls from local charities advertising their work.

All are welcome!

MISSIONARIES OF CHARITY PROCESSION:

📅 Date: Saturday 30 May at 2pm

📍 Location: Meet at St Peter's Square

All are welcome to join their May Procession. Fr Peter Ross will lead the procession, from St Peter's Square, on to Bold Street, Church Street and Whitechapel, finishing at the Blessed Sacrament Shrine.

A special invitation is extended to those making their First Holy Communion. If you would like to volunteer at the procession, contact Jim Ross on

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

SVP COLLECTION:

There will be a retiring collection after all the Masses next weekend 30/31 May. Thank you! 

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/

16^th & 17^th MAY 2026

SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER, YEAR A   

Confessions: Saturday 4:45pm-5:20pm

Requiem 12noon Tuesday 19 May: Noreen Moscardini (RIP)

Requiem 12noon Thursday 21 May: Josephine Johansson (RIP)

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!

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   

WORLD COMMUNICATIONS DAY:

Please find below the link to the Pope's message  https://www.cbcew.org.uk/pope-leos-message-for-world-communications-day-2026/

CONTINUING ALONG THE PATH OF SYNODALITY:

To reflect on the document that came from the final session of the Synod on Synodality Tuesday 19 May, 7:00pm to 8:30pm.

To join the zoom meeting use the weblink below, enter the meeting details: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89983555285?pwd=VBTox3xbJiWrU8x00sbiuCGmnO97Xn.1

Meeting ID: 899 8355 5285

Passcode: 981267

PRAYER & MASS INTENTIONS

Mass Intentions this week

Michael Villiers-Briscoe (A); George Hines (B/A);  Joe Bickerstaff (A); Leo Murray (A)

We pray for those who have recently died: 

Also  those whose anniversaries occur around this time including:  

Michael Villliers-Briscoe, Joe Bickerstaff and Leo Murray

  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 26 May

📍 Location: Parish Hall

The next session will be this Tuesday 26 May 1:00pm-3:00pm 

For the dates of the sessions from January to July 2026 click below

CHRISTIAN AID 2026:

This Year’s Appeal runs from May 10- May 17. Donation envelopes are available at the entrances to the Church or contact Matt on 0151-428-7857. Thank you!

 BOOK LAUNCH – PRAYING THE OUR FATHER:

📅 Date:  21 May 3.30pm

📍Location: The Pauline Book Centre, 84 Church Street, Liverpool.

Cardinal Michael Fitzgerald will be signing copies of his book.

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!

LIVESIMPLY

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

This is Laudato Si Week: we are invited to move from hope to action. Our journey of faith calls us to care deeply for our Common Home, for one another and for future generations. Pope Francis, and Pope Leo, ask us to stay awake to the cry of the earth and the cry of the poor.

How can I take action this week regardless of age or ability? 

Perhaps I could join in Walk to School Week; pray during this Dementia Awareness Week; buy products that respect ecosystems, or reduce my waste on 22 May, International Day of Biological Diversity.  

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! Make new friends, learn about your faith and help others. Come along to one of our upcoming meetings:

• Thursday 28 May at St Anthony of Padua Church Hall 6:30pm–8:00pm - a Walk in Nature and the Power of Prayer.
• 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

RED BOX 2025 -THANK YOU!

In 2025, St Mary's raised £1,104.03 through our red boxes and donations to "Missio and Mill Hill Missionaries. Thank you! Our missionary community here at St Mary's is part of a worldwide network of people supporting missionaries overseas through prayer and financial assistance. Communities around the world who are being supported by missionaries like the sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, who feature on this year's Red Box Thank You Poster, rely on your help so they can continue to flourish. 

Please contact Eddie Barron if you have any questions about Red Box or want to become a volunteer on 07568527014 .

If you need to have your red box emptied, please leave it in the Presbytery where it will be collected and emptied.

SVP HEALING MASS AND REFRESHMENTS:

📅 Date: 23 May

📍 Location: St Mary's Church

Mass for the Sick and Housebound of the parishes of St Mary’s and St John Vianney will be held at St Mary’s on Saturday 23 May at 12 noon. Followed by refreshments in the parish hall. Transport to and from the event will be available.

If you wish to attend, please contact one of the SVP Group: Roy Bellmon 07917 755758; Jim Carson 428 1108; Bernard Kean 07891 771584. We look forward to seeing you there. If you, or anybody you know, is facing financial difficulty or needs support, please contact us so we can do our best to help.

 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

PRAY IN MAY – MARY’S MEALS:

Mary’s Meals provides nutritious school meals to children living in poverty, enabling access to education and long‑term hope. During the month of May, Mary’s Meals is inviting churches and schools to take part in their “Pray in May” campaign, encouraging prayer and reflection for children around the world who rely on a daily school meal. Please click the link if you would like more information or to donate Pray in May.

TWO CATHEDRALS' MARCH:

📅 Date: Sunday 24 May 2026, 3:00-5:00pm

📍 Location: Meet at the Metropolitan Cathedral 

The Churches of the Liverpool City Region invite you to join together as we celebrate Pentecost with a march from Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral to Liverpool Anglican Cathedral. We gather for this family friendly event at 3:00pm on the plaza outside the Metropolitan Cathedral before walking together along Hope Street to the Liverpool Cathedral.

The theme for this year’s march is ‘Many voices, one faith’. We will be welcoming people from many different cultures and backgrounds to participate in this symbol of Christian unity and togetherness. The march finishes at the Anglican Cathedral with family friendly activities and numerous stalls from local charities advertising their work.

All are welcome!

MISSIONARIES OF CHARITY PROCESSION:

📅 Date: Sunday 30 May at 2pm

📍 Location: Meet at St Peter's Square

All are welcome to join their May Procession. Fr Peter Ross will lead the procession, from St Peter's Square, on to Bold Street, Church Street and Whitechapel, finishing at the Blessed Sacrament Shrine.

A special invitation is extended to those making their First Holy Communion. If you would like to volunteer at the procession, contact Jim Ross on

WORLD COMMUNICATIONS DAY:

There will be a retiring collection after all the Masses this weekend 16/17 May. Thank you!