SUMMER MASS SCHEDULE:

Over the last few years many parishes have adopted a different Mass schedule during the summer months, to allow priests the opportunity to take some holiday themselves as well as being available to support their brother priests in taking a break too. To allow the priests the time both for some holiday and to participate in other summer activities, such as the pilgrimages to Lourdes and to Assisi, we will adopt a new schedule of Masses.

This schedule will be in place from Saturday 25th July until Friday 30th October:  

SUNDAY MASSES

Saturday 5.15pm Holy Family

Sunday 9.15am St Mark’s

Sunday 11:00am St Mary's

WEEKDAY MASSES

Tuesday 12noon St Mary’s

Wednesday 9.15am Holy Family

Thursday 6.30pm St Mark’s

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

 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.

 CATHOLIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION UK:

Are you a doctor, nurse, healthcare student, or allied health professional?

The Catholic Medical Association UK invites Catholics working in healthcare to join a growing community of fellowship, prayer and formation. The Association supports healthcare professionals in living out their faith and vocation, while providing opportunities to connect with others working in the medical and healthcare professions. Find out more about membership and upcoming events at: Home - Catholic Medical Association

 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.

JUNE 2026 CATHOLIC PICTORIAL

The online version of June's Catholic Pictorial can be found at https://issuu.com/catholic_pic/docs/01_catholic_pic_june_2026

ARCHDIOCESAN GOOD NEWS EASTER 2026

May the miracle of Easter bring you peace and joy! We’re delighted to tell you that around 300 adults were baptised or received into the Catholic church on the holiest day of Easter Vigil across the archdiocese. We warmly welcome them to be part of the Church, the Mystical Body of Christ. May the Holy Spirit continue to guide them through their journey of faith.

GENTLEMEN’S BREAKFAST CLUB

The last Saturday of the month at Christ the King Church there is a Gentlemen’s Breakfast at 8:30am. Talk to Deacon Peter to find out more about coming along to the Club.

 LIVESIMPLY MESSAGE 5.4.26

 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’.

 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.

ARCHBISHOP SHERRINGTON MESSAGES AND HOMILIES EASTER 2026

To read the Archbishop Sherrington's Easter message click here.

To read Achbishop Sherrington's Homily on the 175th Anniversary of the Notre Dame Sisters in Liverpool click here

To read Archbishop Sherrington's Homily from the Chrism Mass 2026 click here

 THE ARCHDIOCESE OF LIVERPOOL IS NOW ON WHATSAPP:

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APRIL 2026 CATHOLIC PICTORIAL

The April Catholic Pictorial is now available. To access the electronic version click here