This week we have returned to Ordinary Time; we are back wearing green! Let’s remember that it is Christ’s holy presence that will carry us into the work and wonder of this new season. Jesus is the Son of the Living God. He is God’s forever presence among us

An interactive book to help children (aged 5 - 10) understand the Roman Catholic Mass has been published. Sue has written this book to help children understand what is happening around them, but also enthuses about the love of God and the positive impact faith can have on each one of us. It is an ideal gift for children embarking on the journey to First Holy Communion. Copies are limited, but if you would like to purchase a copy, email Sue Ellis at sueellisbooks@btinternet.com or find her on Facebook @SueEllisBooks

World Leprosy Day is observed on the last Sunday of January every year, to increase public awareness of leprosy.  This year St Francis Leprosy Guild are asking the Catholic community to reflect upon and pray for the work of the Catholic nuns who dedicate their lives to caring for people with leprosy. In addition to their patron, Cardinal Vincent Nichols, St Francis Leprosy Guild is supported by Bishop Declan Lang (Bishop of Clifton), in his capacity as Lead Bishop on International Affairs. They have assembled the information in a ‘toolkit’ which they hope is useful. It can be found on their website stfrancisleprosy.org/world-leprosy-day-2022.html