Father Greg Writes

      • “You Are the Light of the World” In today’s Gospel for the Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time, Jesus tells his disciples: “You are the salt of the earth… You are the light of the world.” These words are not addressed to a select few, but to all who choose to follow him. To be salt and light means allowing our faith to shape the world around us—quietly preserving what is good, and courageously shining God’s love into places of darkness.
      • Today we also observe the Day of Special Prayer for the Victims of Trafficking. Human trafficking is a grave injustice that thrives in secrecy and exploitation. As Christians, we are called to bring light where dignity is denied, to pray for victims, and to support efforts that protect the vulnerable and challenge systems of abuse. The Gospel reminds us that even small acts of compassion and awareness can make a real difference.
      • At present, I am in Lourdes, a place where the light of faith and hope shines brightly for so many who come seeking healing and consolation. While here, I will offer Mass for all the intentions of our parish families and schools, entrusting them to the Lord and to Our Lady’s loving care. This coming Wednesday, we celebrate the feast day and a special Day of Prayer for the Sick, holding before God all who are ill, frail, or in need of comfort, as well as those who care for them. Lourdes, in a particular way, reminds us that Christ is close to those who suffer.
      • As we look ahead, Ash Wednesday falls on 18 February, marking the beginning of Lent—a sacred season that invites us to return to the Lord with prayer, fasting, and acts of charity. It is a time to renew our calling to be salt and light in the world. May this Sunday encourage us to live our faith openly and generously, standing with the vulnerable, praying for the sick, and reflecting the light of Christ in all that we do.

       

      • Below you can find copies of newsletters sent over the last six weeks.

      7th February
      31st January
      24th January
      17th January
      10th January
      3rd January

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  • SERVICES & EVENTS 7th Feb week
  • Confessions from 30 mins before all masses
  • Mass Sat 16:00 MB Sun 09:30 NM 11:30 MB
  • Mon no mass
  • Tue & Thu Mass 10:00 MB
  • Wed & Fri Mass 10:00 NM
  • Pls see bulletin for nearest masses, streamed mass times and services in Buxton & Chapel
  • Sun 15th 12:30 Baptism Edith Bracewell MB
  • Wed 18th Ash Wednesday: Lent retreat begins
  • Thu 19th 19:00 Lenten Mass with Bishop Patrick at St Annes Buxton.
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