SERMON FOR 6th SUNDAY OF EASTER - 10th May.
PENTECOST SUNDAY – 24 th MAY , Garden party following 10am Mass in the presbytery garden, shared table lunch. Displays of dance and song. Bring along lunch, basic refreshments supplied.
PARISH ADVISORY COUNCIL ELECTIONS – Elections will be taking place for the PAC, to fill the 7 elected posts on the Council. Nominations from this Sunday 3 rd - Sunday 24 th May, elections from 14 th -28 th June. Nomination Forms available at back of Church
PROCESSION IN HONOUR OF OUR LADY – As part of the 10am Mass on Sunday 31 st May
PENTECOST NOVENA From Ascesnion Thursday, 14th May to Pentecost Sunday 24th May. The Pentecost Novena 2026 runs from Friday, May 15th to Saturday, May 23rd, inviting the faithful to pray for the coming of the Holy Spirit. Dates and Schedule The Pentecost Novena in 2026 begins on Friday, May 15th and concludes on Saturday, May 23rd , the day before Pentecost Sunday northamptondiocese.org . This nine-day period mirrors the time the apostles spent in prayer between Ascension and Pentecost, preparing to receive the Holy Spirit. Purpose and Devotion The novena is a time to invoke the Holy Spirit for guidance, renewal, and empowerment. It emphasizes that Pentecost is not a one-time event but a continual outpouring of the Spirit , available to all who sincerely seek Him northamptondiocese.org . Participants are encouraged to prepare their hearts, pray with humility, and open themselves to the Spirit’s gifts. Suggested Prayers A traditional Holy Spirit Novena prayer includes adoration, petition, and surrender to God’s will. One example begins with: "On my knees before the great multitude of heavenly witnesses, I offer myself, soul and body to You, Eternal Spirit of God. I adore the brightness of Your purity, the unerring keenness of Your justice, and the might of Your love..." and continues with personal petitions and trust in the Spirit’s guidance catholicnovenaapp.com . Participants may also include intentions for family, friends, or the wider community.
WeBelieve | Festival of Catholic Life Friday 24–Monday 27 July 2026 | St Mary’s College, Oscott, Birmingham WeBelieve Festival brings the Church together in England and Wales. It is an unmissable opportunity to discover the traditions and charisms that flow through the Church, to experience the joy of community, and to encounter personally the Lord Jesus, our salvation. Join us from 24–27 July 2026 at the historic and beautiful setting of St Mary’s College, Oscott, for a feast of the True, the Good and the Beautiful. Book your tickets at webelievefestival.com
CONFIRMATION COURSE - TIMETABLE OF PREPARATION SESSIONS BELOW. Sessions - Sunday following 10am mass, through till 1.30pm. Sunday 8 th March. 10am Mass followed by session in centre till 1.30pm. Saturday 14 th March – Archdiocesan Youth event at Belmont Abbey in Hereford-see poster. Transport provided 10am Sunday 15 th March. Thursday 19 th March – Passion Play in Church 7.30pm, free to candidates, adults £5. Sunday 26 th April. Sunday 3 rd May. Saturday 16 th May Trip to Harvington Hall 9am – 5pm. (Kidderminster.) (Part of a parish trip, families of candidates invited as well – sign up sheet at back of Church.) Sunday 24 th May. DAY EVENT - Saturday 30 th May – Visit to 11am-3pm. Visit to Treago House, nr Pandy, the home of Valentine Walsh, and her newly built chapel in memory of her husband. Sunday 31 st May – TBC. Sunday 14 th June. Rehearsal Friday 19 th June 7pm Church. Confirmation service, Sunday 21st June 10am.
FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS. Brigid Malnati - Friday 15th May 12noon TBC - OLSM Church.
BELMONT ABBEY OBLATES – open to RC, men and women who would like to associate themselves with the monastic community, following the Rule of St. Benedict in their own lives. Meetings 2 nd Sunday of the month at 11.15am. Oblate Master-Fr. Jonathon- Jonathon@belmontabbey.org.uk Poster atback of Church.
ASCENSION. ASCENSION THURSDAY – 14 th MAY , Vigil Mass in Llanarth 5pm this Wednesday 13 th , masses on the 14 th at 10am (school and parish mass.) and 7pm in OLSM. PRIESTS FOR TOMORROW - Thank you as ever for your support for Priests for Tomorrow. This is to let you all know that Bishop Martin Mtumbuka from Karonga in Malawi, whose Diocese receives training costs for seminarians from Priests for Tomorrow is visiting our Parish on Wednesday 13th-Friday 15 th May. Bishop Martin's own training was supported by Gordon and Patricia (Paddy) Arnold whom some of you will remember. Father Matthew has kindly agreed for the 7.00 pm. Ascension Mass to be concelebrated as a Memorial Mass for the Arnolds whose daughter Gina (now living in Gloucestershire) is going to attend with some other family members who know Bishop Martin. After mass a reception will follow in the presbytery and garden, all welcome. PENTECOST 24 th MAY , Garden party following 10am Mass in the presbytery garden, shared table lunch. Displays of dance and song. Bring along lunch, basic refreshments supplied. BRIGID MALNATI RIP, With sadness we report the death of Brigid Malnati, former parish housekeeper who died on Wednesday morning in hospital. May she rest in peace. Funeral details FRIDAY 15th MAY 12NOON -
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Retreats and Events at Belmont Abbey - Belmont are now organizing retreats and day events again including a series of Lent Tuesdays: “Witnesses to the Faith” from 10am to 3pm at The Chapterhouse. The retreats and events calendar can be found at www.belmontabbey.org.uk/event-listings and will be updated through the year.
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