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Thought for the Day: Our conviction is that God loves us wholly, in the double sense that he loves us fully and completely and his desire is that grace should touch every dimension of our lives. Anyone who has made the discovery of faith, like the merchant in search of fine pearls, will know what is meant: it is so wonderful that it leads to a discipleship costing not less than everything. It can be daunting, of course, but it leads to life in abundance (Jn 10:10).  (Fr Kieran O’Mahoney, OSA)


Saints this week:  Saint Peter Julian Eymard (1811-1869). Peter Julian Eymard, ‘Apostle of the Eucharist’, was a French Marist priest who founded both the priestly Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament and the contemplative Servants of the Blessed Sacrament for women, dedicating his life thereafter to promoting Eucharistic Adoration. His witness calls believers to deepen their love for Christ in the Blessed Sacrament.


Saintly quotes: ‘Eucharistic Adoration is the greatest act of holiness on Earth.’ – St Peter Julian Eymard


Papal Intentions for August 2026  For evangelization in the city  Let us pray that in large cities often marked by anonymity and loneliness we find new ways to proclaim the Gospel, discovering creative paths to build community.


Sacred Scripture: Be quick to listen, but slow to speak and slow to become angry, for human anger does not bring about God's justice.  James 1:19-20


Saintly Gems:  ‘Laugh and grow strong.’— St. Ignatius of Loyola


St Beuno’s Prego: This week, we pray to live each day with the wisdom to know what truly matters, and to let go of anything that holds us back. ‘Lord, help us to share the joy of following you, wherever and however we can.’ (stbeunosoutreach.wordpress.com) 


Food for Thought: ‘During Summertime, let us learn how to take a break, turn off the mobile phone to gaze into the eyes of others, cultivate silence, contemplate nature and regenerate ourselves in dialogue with God.’  Pope Francis


Sincere Thanks: To Father Ball for coming to say our Mass today and helping us to maintain our 9.30 Sunday Mass: it is greatly appreciated. 


Chorley and Preston Hospitals: Please contact St Joseph's Chorley (01257 262713) if any member of your family is admitted into Chorley Hospital and needs a visit. For the chaplaincy at Royal Preston Hospital Tel: 01772 522435. For the chaplaincy at Wigan Infirmary Tel: 01942 822324.


Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals: Please contact Father Graeme at St Gregory’s (01257 262462) if you wish to arrange any of these.


Got Questions About Life?: The Alpha Course could change your life! It's an opportunity to explore the meaning of life through the lens of the Christian faith, in a relaxed environment. Alpha is for anyone who is curious to find out more about faith, those who are exploring and questioning; cynics, sceptics and the open-minded. This Alpha Course will be run in the Catholic tradition. It begins on Thursday 3rd September 2026 at 7pm in St. Bede’s Parish Centre and will run every Thursday for 10 weeks. Please pass on this information to family members and friends who you think might be interested in coming along. For further information or to register your interest please contact:

Phone: Sr. Dorothy - 07530 238222 or Julie - 07943 874257 Email: dorothyhindle234@gmail.com or julie-st-bedes@hotmail.com


School Mass: Thank you to Father Graeme for coming to say our school’s end of term Mass. We wish the children a happy and a safe holiday. 


Brinscall and Withnell Village Trails: These are available at the back of church for anyone who wishes to take one. Thank you to Margaret and Gordon for bringing these.


Wednesdays – Quiet Reflection in church: Church will still be open throughout the summer holidays for quiet reflection for one hour on Wednesdays from 11 – 12. All are very welcome to come into church for as much or as little time as they wish during this hour. Thank you to those who have been attending so far. 


Readers: Please sign up for the dates which are best for you. New readers are always very welcome – just sign up on the sheet!


Refreshments: Are available today! Please stay after Mass for a cup of tea or coffee and a chat. All are very welcome.


Mass Intentions: If you have any Mass Intentions for the next couple of weeks, please could you pass them to Cath or Anne? Thank you.


Baptisms Next Sunday: Next Sunday we welcome Franco and Santino Wujiw into our Parish Community as they celebrate their Baptism. Please keep them and their families in your prayers.  


Advance Notice: There will be no refreshments after Mass next Sunday (2nd August). Thank you for your understanding.


Catholic Holidays in the Lake District this summer: During August and September, Castlerigg Manor in Keswick is opening its doors to families, groups of friends, or private individuals who are looking for an affordable stay in the Lake District. Breakfast and evening meal are provided, and Mass is celebrated on site. For more information check out castleriggmanor.com/stay-with-us or contact 017687 72711.


Dates for your diary: Friday 21st—Sunday 23rd August: St Gregory’s Annual Beer Festival, with family fun day, concert and barbecue on the Sunday.


Newsletters Throughout August:  Apologies - there will be no printed newsletters during August. Please refer to the noticeboards at the back of church for information and details of Anniversaries and Mass Intentions. Thank you for your understanding.


A Summer Blessing: May we make our homes places of relaxation, joy, love, peace and safety. May we be generous and considerate, not thinking only about ourselves, but helping others enjoy the blessings of the summertime. Lord God, Creator of all things, guide our steps and strengthen our hearts during these months of summer and vacation days. Grant us refreshment of mind and body. May we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our loved ones and in the world around us as we enjoy the warm days of summertime. Amen.



 


Lately Deceased

Parish Priest

Bury Lane

Withnell

PR6 8SD

Tel: 01254 830 995

Email: moorlandsanctuary@gmail.com  

Catechist/Safeguarding: Kate Perkins




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Anniversaries

Sick & Housebound

Mass

Intentions

Readers

Anointing / Forgiveness

Feastdays

Bishops, Priests and Deacons of the Archdiocese whose anniversaries are about now as well as Kathleen Leyland, George Tipping, Esther Sullivan, James Knott, Frank Gormally, Marie Hallett, Leslie Chase, Pat Godfrey, Ross Mikic, Margaret Brindle, Elizabeth Southworth, Edith Hodgson, Wilfred Hodgson, Robert Crook, Bob Roden, Sir Bobby Robson, Fr. John Neville, Fr. Ernie Bonvini

Archbishop Patrick Kelly, Ian Davies, Rachel Mason and many others. Heal your servants O Lord who are sick and send them comfort from thy holy place. Amen.

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Andrew Thompson


St. Joseph's Withnell

Cycle A

Sunday 26th July

17th Sunday of Ordinary Time