Event - Auction Sunday 13th September
Webmaster • September 9, 2026
As part of the auction on Sunday 13th at St Mary's, we have a lot which could be purchased individually or by the parishioners in a group to keep for the Church.
Pictures of the Não by Lladro nativity scene are attached to this email.
At the auction there will be a reserve of £400 as each porcelain figurine purchased as new can cost between £150 and £350. Similar 8 piece sets are retailling for around £1160.
Many of you have seen the Nativity scene on display at Mass today.
Should you wish to pledge towards buying the Nativity scene for the Parish. Please can you email Fr Gerard the amount you wish to pledge by Saturday 12th September. This allows us to know any starting bid.
All money raised for the Nativity Scene will go directly to the building fund.
Reception 2027 Open Day If your child will be 4 years old by 31st August 2027 and you are looking for a school place, we warmly invite you to attend our Open Day on 12th November . https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2002615184927?aff=od dtdtcreator
To all who took part in our week of guided prayer and to our prayer guides, hosts and supporters during the week. It was a time of real blessing for us all.
November Dead List Envelopes – Are available at the back of church. Please return them to church as soon as possible. Thank you.
Please note that when you hand in a Mass intention all dates are allocated 2 weeks in advance. Please be aware that due to the high volume of Mass requests we have received this year, the timeframe from the request to the Mass being celebrated is approximately 10 weeks. If you want a specific date you will need to hand in well in advance to avoid disappointment, if the date you request has already been taken you will be given the next available date nearest to your request. Please ensure that you put your donation inside the envelope (minimum donation £10), and the details on the outside ( in block capitals) , who the mass is for, and the date and church you would like. Thank you.
Want to know more about the Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes? Then come along to Lourdes Quiz/information sharing night plus Pie & Peas supper from 7pm at St Josephs Church, Wetherby (in the Hall) on Friday 23rd October. More info & tickets available from Phil Marshall (07766 148375)
St Mary’s SVP, Small Electrical Items - Many thanks for your generous response to St Mary’s SVP request for small electrical items. Further donations are still welcome and can be left in the SVP box in ST Mary’s Narthex.
Annual Mass for our deceased relatives and friends - Will take place on the 10th November at St Mary’s. 7pm
St Mary’s Children’s Liturgy Group are looking to refresh our children’s book box with some preloved religious books for children to borrow and enjoy during Mass. If you have any religious books for children that your family has finished with and would be happy to pass on, we would be very grateful for your donations. A basket will be left in the foyer for anyone who would like to contribute. Thank you.
If you have a child who is due to start school in September 2027, we would love to meet you and help you get to know our school community. We are holding two open sessions for prospective families: • Wednesday 18th November | 1.30pm to 3.00pm Please ring the school office to arrange a visit during one of these sessions on 01423 864631. If these dates are not convenient, please contact us and we will be happy to arrange a tour at a time that suits you.
Held every Wednesday morning from 9.30am to 11.00am, in the school hall. Everyone is welcome!