St. Monica’s Church


WELCOME to St Monica’s

As Pastor of this great community of people with diverse gifts I welcome you and I hope that this website is of use to you. Although the population is fairly stable we welcome new parishioners every year. I pray that you will find a welcome, be led closer to Jesus Christ through this community and, in turn, help others to see Him at work in their lives.

God bless you.

CANON MEHALL LOWRY, PARISH PRIEST


Pope Francis RIP

The Holy See announced this morning, 21st April 2025, that at 7:35am the Holy Father, Pope Francis, after a period of difficult health issues, passed away peacefully having been called home by the Father in Heaven.

Our Newsletter

We publish our newsletter each week with news and information about what is going on in the parish.

“This Church is the cornerstone of a vibrant and special community.”

CANON MEHALL LOWRY, PARISH PRIEST
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The Eucharist is a sacrifice of thanksgiving to the Father, a blessing by which the Church expresses her gratitude to God for all his benefits, for all that he has accomplished through creation, redemption and sanctification.

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  • Canon Mehall writes on the News of the Death of Pope Francis:

    Dear Friends, By now, many of you will be aware of the death of Pope Francis RIP this morning. The Church will remain open today for a time of prayer […]

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  • Pope Francis RIP

    17th December 1936 – 21st April 2025 Cardinal Vincent writes: The death of Pope Francis brings great sadness to so many around the world, among Catholics, other Christians and in […]

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  • Pope Francis’ prayer Intention

    JUBILEE For pilgrims of Hope Let us pray that the coming Church Jubilee Year 2025 strengthens us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst […]

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Safeguarding

We are committed to creating a safe environment for all members of our parish community.

Support Us

The easiest way in which you can support the upkeep of our beautiful building and pastoral mission to the parish and wider community, is by setting up a recurring donation at the link below. Thank you for your support!

About the church

Built in 1914, the church and its parishioners have seen a great deal of change both in the local community and the wider society. Each era has brought its own challenges, from World Wars to economic depressions – the church prides itself as a haven from hardship, centre of celebration, and pillar within the community. You can read more about the full growth and development of the church in the ‘History’ section of the website.