5th Sunday of Easter

Reflection

Lord, you said: “I am the vine you are the branches. Separated from me you can do nothing but united with me you will bear much fruit.”
Thank you, Lord for the bond you formed with us and thank you for the bond that exists among us because of our union with you. Thanks to this bond we have invisible riches to share with one another. Grant that we may never be separated from you, so that we may produce in the world the fruits of faith, hope and love.

RCIA the Mass for new Catholics 

We are celebrating the Mass for New Catholics on Thursday 20 June at the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral at 7pm which will be celebrated by Archbishop Malcolm.
Anyone received into the church, both this year and previous years are welcome to attend with their families, friends, and Catechists.


Blessed Lawrence Johnson

Family of Parishes 

Our small Family of Parishes, made up of St James’, St Monica’s and St Francis de Sales, have adopted a local martyr as our patron. He is Blessed Lawrence Johnson, and his feast day is 30th May. More about him later!

Funeral 

The Funeral service for Harry Owens will take place here in St James’ on Friday 3rd May at 12.30pm. Please remember Harry and his family in your prayers.


A Day of Charismatic Renewal 

Join Irenaeus for a day of renewal on Saturday 11th May from 10am to 4pm as we invite the Holy Spirit to work among us and enlighten us. Guest speaker: Michelle Moran. This event is open to everyone, whether you're new to Charismatic Renewal or have been involved in the past. For more information and to register, please contact Moira at moira@ireaneus.co.uk