The parish of St Mary’s Marple Bridge and the Annunciation New Mills
Welcome to our website describing our efforts to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the 21st Century Everyone is welcome to join us at any of our Services or events.
Latest news about our parish
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- Please pray for the sick: Marie Davies, Maria Dawson, Patricia Atkinson (to be added to this list please contact the parish office or collect a form from the back of church). Please remember in your Masses and Prayers our recently deceased brethren Michael O’Meara and Michael Hammond.
- FR GREG WRITES: As we continue our joyful journey through Eastertide, this Third Sunday invites us to walk alongside the disciples on the road to Emmaus (cf. Luke 24:13–35). In their confusion and sorrow, they encounter the Risen Christ, though at first they do not recognise Him. It is only in the breaking of the bread that their eyes are opened and their hearts set ablaze. How often do we, too, fail to see the Lord walking with us—especially in moments of uncertainty or disappointment? Yet He is always there, speaking to us, guiding us, and revealing Himself in Word and Sacrament. Plese also see the ‘Fr Greg Writes’ page
- DATES FOR YOUR DIARY: PLANNED SERVICE – MARPLE BRIDGE on Sunday 19th at 4.30pm to pray for peace in conjunction with the Bishop there will be an exposition of the blessed sacrament.
- EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: Our next Saturday morning Adoration at New Mills will be on Saturday 25th April at 11am; all are welcome. If you would like to read, please arrive a few minutes early and speak with Fionuala or Mary.
- WEDNESDAY CLUB Will be next meeting on 29th April. Bingo will start around 2pm. Bring a friend and enjoy 2 hours of fun and conversation
- ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE PARISH – NEW MILLS We had a very positive meeting on Sunday 21st March after mass at New Mills, where a good number of parishioners came together. Various ideas were put forward for both Spiritual and Social events. For the future a number of people are hoping to lead these groups, but cannot do it alone. So, now we need everyone to come forward to help. Where can YOU contribute to our parish ? These are some of the areas needing more help…Spiritual, Adult formation,Music, Social events, Hall management, Youth. More details will be discussed in the near future, furthering the Diocesan 5yrs plan. Meanwhile offer your help to Joe Hennigan, and he will direct you to the relevant group leader
- WELCOMERS AND READERS ROTA- MARPLE BRIDGE Please note that as the Saturday evening mass is remaining at 4pm, the new rota is now incorrect. A new version will be available from the back of church as soon as possible. If you do not wish to remain on the rota please let Pauline Howell know on 07932 723359 or [email protected]
- There will be a second collection next weekend (25/26 April) for the Clergy Formation Fund. Your generosity helps to support the training and formation of future priests, ensuring that the mission of the Church continues for generations to come. Like the disciples on the road to Emmaus, may we recognise the Risen Christ in our midst this week, and go forth with hearts renewed, bearing witness to His love and peace.
- PRIEST HOUSE -MARPLE BRIDGE We would like to inform Parishoners that the Priest House in Marple Bridge will be going on the open market to rent.There is work to be done to make it ready for rental and this will take several months to organise. If anyone from the parish is interested in renting the Estate Agent is Gascoigne Halman in Marple Bridge. As more information becomes available Parishioners will be updated. If anyone has any concerns please contact Denise Ead Parish Chair.
- Thank you to those who have contributed so generously to the Missionary enabling fund. It is not too late to play your part.Click here for information about the diocesan mission plan
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