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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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Archdiocese of Liverpool Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) Charity Number 1199714
Archdiocesan Website: www.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk
4th & 5th APRIL 2026
EASTER SUNDAY, YEAR A
| Day | Date | Time | Times are for Masses unless stated otherwise | |
| Sat | 4th | 8.00pm |
Easter Vigil |
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| Sun | 5th | 11.00am | Easter Sunday Mass | |
| Mon | 6th | Octave of Easter | ||
| Tue | 7th |
9:15am at Holy Family Church |
Octave of Easter | |
| Wed | 8th |
10:30am at St Mary’s Church |
Octave of Easter |
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| Thus | 9th |
12noon Requiem |
Octave of Easter |
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| Fri | 10th |
10:00am at St Mark’s Church |
Octave of Easter | |
| Sat | 11th | 5.30pm |
Sunday of Divine Mercy
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| Sun | 12th |
11.00am |
Confessions: Saturday 4:45pm-5:20pm
Requiem 12noon Thursday 9 April: Veronica Shaw (RIP)
AN EASTER MESSAGE FROM FRS. PETER MCGRAIL & PETER MURPHY:
We join together to wish you and your families a very blessed Easter.
Thank you to all the volunteers who work so hard sharing their time and effort for the good of the community.
Please note that next week Fr Peter Murphy will be taking a well-earned break and as a result there will be a change to the usual Mass schedule as shown above.
PILGRIMAGE TO ASSISI 26-30 OCTOBER 2026:
There are still places available to join this wonderful pilgrimage to Assisi This is a very special year to visit Assisi since Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed 2026 A JUBILEE YEAR OF ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI, which marks 800 years since his death Pope Leo announces the Franciscan Jubilee Year for 2026. - Centro Laudato Si.
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.
You can book directly with Joe Walsh Tours by following this link:
Pilgrimage Itinerary can be found here:
2026_-_ASSISI_Itinerary_-St_Marys_Woolton__St_John_Vianney.pdf
IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE:
We understand that information has been shared with our communities regarding a "Seven churches, one prayer" event happening on Easter Sunday.
The literature states that a number of our churches are hosting the prayer service.
The event has NOT been organised by the Archdiocese and has NO affiliation with us.
Thank you.
HELP US SHAPE YOUTH MINISTRY FOR THE FUTURE:
We want all young people to flourish and to know that they are cherished by God and are a vital part of the Church. So, as an Archdiocese, we are committed to explore how we can best accompany young people. Your voice is crucial.
WHAT WILL HAPPEN:
You will meet others and have your chance to share your experiences and ideas about how the Church might best respond to the needs of young people today. All feedback will be carefully listened to as part of a diocesan wide process planning ‘Youth Ministry’ for the years ahead.
WHO’S INVITED:
We want to hear from adults, young adults and 11–18-year-olds. Please join us. (Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.)
Come to ONE of our Open Meetings.
- MONDAY 20TH APRIL 7- 9.30pm St Joseph's Crow Orchard Rd, Wrightington, Wigan WN6 9PA
- TUESDAY 21ST APRIL 7 - 9.30pm St Monica's Fernhill Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L20 9GA
The process is being facilitated by Danny Curtin, who worked in youth ministry and youth work in the Church for many years. For more information, contact Sarah McGeehan on or 07415099048
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION:
Preparation for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion.
Please contact for more information
UCM MEETING:
📅 Date: Wednesday 8 April 12:30pm
📍Location: 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.
CONTINUING ALONG THE PATH OF SYNODALITY:
📅 Dates:Tuesday evenings 21, 28 April, 5, 12, 19 May, 7pm to 8.30pm - starting 21st April
We have an opportunity to reflect on the document that came from the final session of the Synod on Synodality called by Pope Francis that Pope Leo is now urging us to embrace at every level in the life of the Church.
To join the zoom meeting use the weblink below, enter the meeting details or use the QR code: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89983555285?pwd=VBTox3xbJiWrU8x00sbiuCGmnO97Xn.1
Meeting ID: 899 8355 5285
Passcode: 981267
PRAYER & MASS INTENTIONS
Mass Intentions this week
Farid Oraha (RIP); Charles & Julie D & Family; George Smith (A)
We pray for those who have recently died:
Also those whose anniversaries occur around this time including:
We pray for all those who are housebound and sick including:
Margaret M, Colin E, Veronica S, 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,Linda C, Frank M, Carol W, Shelagh B, Karen O’H, Margaret M, Maureen O, Christopher T, Imelda McV, John T, Mary T, Jennifer G, Catherine S, Joan G
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS ROTAS:
Please pick up your rota from the sacristy. Thank you!
LOVE TO MOVE-AGE AND DEMENTIA FRIENDLY SEATED MOVEMENT PROGRAMME:
📅 Date: Tuesday 14 April
📍 Location: Parish Hall
The next session will be on Tuesday 14 April 1:00pm-3:00pm
For the dates of the sessions from January to July 2026 click below
DBS CHECKS:
Many thanks to those who have updated their Online Subscription.
However, if you renewed your DBS Certificate in 2021/2022 that is also due for renewal.
Please contact the Parish Safeguarding Representative, Gill, at the parish office for the relevant forms to update your DBS. Thank you
SVP:
We continue to support the foodbanks and would be grateful for donations of tinned goods meat, fish, soups, fruit, vegetables, custard, instant coffee, milk UHT or powdered, laundry detergent, long life fruit juice and Easter eggs/chocolate.
Please drop your donations into the boxes in the church porch. Thank you
ST MARY’S PARISH SOCIALS - DATES FOR YOUR DIARY:
📅 Date: Saturday 11 April, 16 May, 13 June and 11 July.
📍 Location: Parish Hall
If you enjoy trying out fun card/ board games, sharing tasty food and chatting with lovely people, please come along and join us in the parish hall this Saturday 11 April 6:30pm- 8:30pm.
CAFOD THE BIG LENT WALK:
Ann O’Neill is now on the last leg of on her ‘BIG LENT WALK’ for CAFOD and would like to thank everyone who has so kindly supported her to date. There
is still time to sponsor Ann by following this link: https://walk.cafod.org.uk/fundraising/anns-fundraising-page1680
WOOLTON PICTURE HOUSE FUNDRAISER:
📅 Date: SATURDAY 18 APRIL 2026:
📍Location: ST JAMES' CHURCH WOOLTON
On Saturday 18 April 7:00pm at St James’ Church Woolton, Roy Barker and Friends are hosting a Sing-Along featuring Strawberry Field Ukuleles.
Please contact Roy and Lynne for tickets (£10 adults, £3 children) on 0151 421 1218 or email
LIVESIMPLY
We aim to live more simply, sustainably and in solidarity with others.
Easter celebrates new life and the renewal of all creation in the Resurrection of Jesus. In this Year of Saint Francis, we remember that the Risen Lord renews not only hearts but the whole of creation. This week, spend time in a local green space — Woolton Woods or Reynolds Park perhaps — noticing signs of spring and offering a quiet prayer of gratitude. Choose to celebrate Easter simply by reducing waste, sharing food thoughtfully, and choosing Fairtrade or locally sourced treats where possible.
Simple action for everyone:
Take a “new life walk” — alone or with others — and intentionally notice flowers, buds, birds or changing light. Give thanks for signs of hope you see.
CAFOD Prayer: ‘Risen Lord, renew our world and fill all creation with hope’.
NEARLY NEW FASHION SHOW:
📅 Date: SUNDAY 19 APRIL 2026:
📍Location: Parish Hall from 2pm
Back by popular demand, our next show is on Sunday 19 April from 2:00pm in St Mary’s parish hall. Tickets are £6 including cake and a glass of fizz and are available from Mary on 07798581390. Everyone is welcome for an afternoon of fun, fashion and fundraising. All proceeds are in aid of CAFOD and the South Liverpool food bank.
Donations of nearly new clothes can be dropped off at the parish office during the working week or after Saturday or Sunday mass. A great excuse for an Eastertide wardrobe clear out.
BLESSING OF THE ICON OF ST PEREGRINE AND SERVICE OF THE SACRAMENT OF THE SICK:
📅 Date: FRIDAY 24 APRIL 2026:
📍Location: Our Lady of the Assumption Gateacre
At 7pm on Friday 24 April, at Our Lady of the Assumption Church, L25 2RW. Archbishop Sherrington with bless a newly commissioned icon of St Peregrine, the patron saint of those with cancer and life limiting conditions. All are welcome who have been affected by cancer or desire to receive the sacrament of the sick.
CELEBRATING ST GERARD
📅 Date: SATURDAY 25 APRIL 2026:
📍Location : BISHOP ETON Church & Hall
April 6, 2026, marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of St Gerard Majella C.Ss.R., patron saint of a good confession and of mothers. To mark the occasion, Bishop Eton will be hosting a special day of events, including Mass with the Archbishop, Blessing services, Exposition and a Taizé service.
Click on the image below for a PDF in full resolution that you can print and share.
The full schedule and information on St Gerard can be found by scanning the QR code, or visiting www.bishopeton.org.uk/a-day-in-honour-of-st-gerard.html
SVP COLLECTION:
There will be a retiring collection after all the weekend Masses 18/19 April. Gift Aid envelopes will be available.
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