Sacred Triduum
On Holy Thursday night we will gather for the Commemoration of the First Mass and watching with Christ in His agony before the Altar of Repose. On Good Friday, we will gather to mediate on Our Lord’s Passion, venerate the feet of the Crucified Christ and receive Holy Communion. At sundown on Holy Saturday the […]
Our Centenary
On the 11th October 1924 the Foundation Stone of St Anne’s Memorial Church was laid by Bishop Vaughan. The church was opened for worship on 24th May 1925. That means this year marks the Centenary of St Anne’s Church. Does anyone want to get together to form a little working party to help us celebrate […]
Stations of the Cross
During Lent, Stations of the Cross will be prayed every Wednesday after the 9:30am Mass at St Joseph’s. All are welcome to take part.
Healing Mass with Anointing
The next Mass for healing with anointing of the sick will be at 12 noon on Saturday, 1st February at St Anne’s. Exposition and confessions from 11am. Let us hold in prayer all who are sick. All welcome.
Collection for Retired Priests
There will be a retiring collection for retired priests in both churches on the 8th/9th March. Please do give generously to help ensure that all our retired priests have the care and support they need.
Monday’s Mass at St Anne’s
On Monday, 3rd February Mass at St Anne’s will be at the later time of 9:30am so that children and staff from St Anne’s and St Joseph’s Primary School can attend. All are welcome.
Blessing of Throats
The traditional blessing of throats in honour of St Blaise will take place at the 9:30am Mass on Monday, 3rd February at St Anne’s.
Gaudete Sunday
Don’t forget to come to Mass at the weekend wearing something rose to celebrate Gaudete Sunday.
Mass in Sign Language
Fr Francis will be celebrating Mass in sign language on Sunday, 27th April at 3pm at St John the Baptist, Bracewell Street, Burnley, BB10 1TB. All parishioners are very welcome to attend.
Christmas Meal
The Friendship Club Christmas meal will be on Wednesday, 4th December, at Accrington Stanley. By popular request the Ukulele Orchestra will provide the entertainment. There will also be a free raffle with fabulous prizes. It should be a great afternoon at a smashing venue!