At the beginning of another year, the Wise Men of the Epiphany remind us to value our faith in Jesus. They searched for him, they made the journey, they chose the gifts they would give him and when at last they found him, they exchanged their worldly gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh for the eternal gift of Life itself – Jesus – the Way, the Truth and the Life.

The Magi accepted Jesus as their Lord and God; so too we consecrate this year to his Lordship asking him to increase the gifts of faith, hope and love in our lives. Whatever this year has in store for us, our families, our parishes, our country and our world, we invite Jesus to hold our hand as we journey onward together as his disciples.

As a Community of disciples, we are invited to embrace this New Year and commit ourselves afresh to our Mission which is to be a living, loving, growing Catholic community rooted in our worship of God, our formation in faith & our outreach to the poor. Let’s show how much we value our faith in Christ by involving ourselves more in these key areas of our Mission.

May God bless the year ahead and may Mary and all the Saints help us to be pilgrims of hope in this Jubilee Year!

Foodbank: This week’s much needed items are: tinned pulses , UHT milk biscuits shampoo , empty egg boxes for 12 eggs in particular Thank you

Christmas Crib We will be donating our Crib Offerings to support vulnerable families in the Diocese via the Catholic Children’s Society. If you can and haven’t already done so, please make a donation. You can use one of their special “Crib offering” gift aid envelopes or any of our standard gift aid envelopes. These are in the porch. Thank you

Thank You: Fr Paul wishes to thank you all for the wonderful celebration of our Christmas Masses. So many helped to make our liturgies prayerful and joyous. And for all of your gifts, cards, and offerings he is very grateful. He wishes you all a Happy and Blessed 2025.

Area Opening of the Jubilee Year 2025 4.30pm this Sunday 5th January The First celebration for the Northern Area is Choral Vespers and Benediction on the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. Bishop John will preside and preach. You are especially welcome. Refreshments will follow in the Marian Hall. Please see the poster or the newsletter for further details

Coffee morning is back! Starting this Sunday after Mass at 10.30 am. So, do pop in for a drink and a chat. All welcome

Mary’s Meals foreign currency appeal Next week we’ll be hearing from Mary’s Meals about this initiative. You are invited to bring any coins or notes, foreign or domestic (that are not legal tender) to donate to their appeal. Thank you