School Mass with Bishop
Bishop John will be celebrating Mass at our High School, Mount Carmel, on Tuesday, 23rd January, to mark the tenth anniversary of the chapel in school. He will also have the opportunity to meet with the Eco Warriors, see the environmental gardens and the school pigeons.
A Great Result
Now that the money has been deposited with the bankers we can reveal that the grand total raised at the Christmas Fayre was: £2,640.06 This is a tremendous result. Many, many thanks to all who worked so hard to help achieve it. God bless you all.
Accrington Library
Accrington Library are looking to expand their Home Library Service which enables those who are housebound to receive books or audio material free of charge. If you know anyone who might be interested, more information can be found here.
Food Growing Group
Maundy Relief, an award winning charity based in Accrington, run a growing group on Thursday and Friday afternoons, 1-3pm. Everyone welcome and lunch is provided. For more information call 01254 232 328 or drop in at 29-31 Abbey Street, Accrington.
Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes
To celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, a Procession, Anointing of the Sick and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will take place on Sunday, 11th February, at 3:00pm in St Anne’s Church. All welcome.
Dementia Training Course
A training course, Welcoming People with Dementia, will take place on Friday, 23rd February from 2:30pm to 4:00pm at St Patrick’s Church, Livesey Street, Manchester M4 5HF. Topics include: understanding the impact of dementia; living well with dementia, removing stigma; supporting families. With BSL Interpretation.All welcome.
Key Holders
Parishioners holding any keys for either St Anne’s or St Joseph’s please contact Siobhan, the parish administrator. Due to current regulations and insurance, a list of key holders must be kept on file. Also, all key holders must hold a current DBS. Siobhan can arrange for a DBS for all those who need one, through […]
Christmas Fayre
The Christmas Fayre takes place on Sunday 10th December. There will only be one Sunday Mass on the day, at 10am in St Joseph’s Church. The Fayre will begin after Mass in the church hall.
No Adoration on Sundays at St Joseph’s
There will be no Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Sundays at St Joseph’s church until further notice. We hope to resume in spring next year.
Readers for Carol Service
If you are planning to attend the Carol Service on 17th December at 6:30pm at St Joseph’s and you are able to read then please email Fr Francis ASAP. If you are not a regular reader but would like to read at the service then email that too!