You are very welcome!
Thank you for taking the time to visit our parish website. We are a very active Catholic community, seeking to share the gospel values as revealed to us by our saviour Jesus Christ. If you find yourself in the area, please do call in and celebrate Holy Mass with us. Our parish priest, Canon John Griffiths is very keen to meet with visitors to the parish.
You are very welcome!
Thank you for taking the time to visit our parish website. We are a very active Catholic community, seeking to share the gospel values as revealed to us by our saviour Jesus Christ. If you find yourself in the area, please do call in and celebrate Holy Mass with us. Our parish priest, Canon Gerard Kearney is very keen to meet with visitors to the parish.
Our latest parish weekly news, notices and events below
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April 18, 2026
The Chapel Of Our Lady of the Crag in Knaresborough - We are a small group of local people who hold the Chapel of Our Lady of the Crag in Trust. We are in need of more trustees, gardeners, volunteers and fundraisers to help us in our mission to keep this unique site open to visitors. Donations of plants and money towards our long-term preservation projects would also be welcomed. The Chapel is now open 2-4pm (provided the weather is clement) until the end of September and by appointment at other times. We look forward to your visit! Please see our website for more details: www.ourladyofthecrag.org/
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April 18, 2026
Knaresborough Bed Race 2026 – Date: Saturday 13 th June 2026. Planning meeting Sunday 10th May 2026 following 10.30am Mass.
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April 18, 2026
As part of the consultation currently taking place across our two Dioceses, there is an opportunity for all clergy, religious and members of the lay faithful to contribute by completing an online questionnaire, either individually or as a parish group. Prayerful reflection should be given to the questions so that the Holy Spirit may guide this process of discernment. Prayer resources and a presentation are available on the diocesan website to support this process. Responses should be submitted no later than Friday, 22nd May 2026. For more information and to complete the questionnaire, please visit: https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/leedsmiddlesbrough-consultation-2026/
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April 11, 2026
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINARS 2026 : St. Aelred’s Church. Woodlands Drive Harrogate HG27BE Wednesday evenings from 7.00pm to 8.30pm except Saturday 9th May noon to 3.30 (shared table lunch) Sessions, topics and speakers. 15th April -God’s Love – Fr. Jonathan Hart 22nd April –Salvation –Fr. Chris Angel 29th April –New Life - David Bolton 6th May- Receiving God’s gift -Rev. Mike Resch 9th May – Praying for Baptism in the Spirit- Fr. Chris Thomas 13th May – Growth – Rev. Olivia Lambert 20th May – Transformation – Deacon Martin Fenlon. Free event. Register online via the QR code, Ring Dolores Omand 01423870789 or register on the night
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March 28, 2026
most boxes of envelopes for the next financial year have been given out. If you have not received yours please contact David Rutherford [887470 leaving name and contact number] and delivery / collection can be arranged.
Fr. Kearney's Prayer requests: Please remember those who are sick in your daily prayers:. If you would like to add someone to the list, please email the parish office through this link or email the parish direct (on the newsletter) - Also, please pray for our recently bereaved - List Here
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April 18, 2026
Celebration of Married Life on Saturday 16th May , there will be a special Celebration Mass for Married Life at Leeds Cathedral at 12 Noon for couples and their families celebrating their 25th (Silver), 40th (Ruby), 50th (Golden), 60th (Diamond) and 70th (Platinum) wedding anniversaries this year. There will be an opportunity for couples, who wish to do so, to renew their marriage vows during the liturgy. If you are celebrating the anniversary of your wedding and you would like to take part in this celebration, please fill out the application form which is available at the back of church.
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April 18, 2026
Knaresborough Bed Race 2026 – Date: Saturday 13 th June 2026. Planning meeting Sunday 10th May 2026 following 10.30am Mass.
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April 18, 2026
As part of the consultation currently taking place across our two Dioceses, there is an opportunity for all clergy, religious and members of the lay faithful to contribute by completing an online questionnaire, either individually or as a parish group. Prayerful reflection should be given to the questions so that the Holy Spirit may guide this process of discernment. Prayer resources and a presentation are available on the diocesan website to support this process. Responses should be submitted no later than Friday, 22nd May 2026. For more information and to complete the questionnaire, please visit: https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/leedsmiddlesbrough-consultation-2026/
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April 11, 2026
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINARS 2026 : St. Aelred’s Church. Woodlands Drive Harrogate HG27BE Wednesday evenings from 7.00pm to 8.30pm except Saturday 9th May noon to 3.30 (shared table lunch) Sessions, topics and speakers. 15th April -God’s Love – Fr. Jonathan Hart 22nd April –Salvation –Fr. Chris Angel 29th April –New Life - David Bolton 6th May- Receiving God’s gift -Rev. Mike Resch 9th May – Praying for Baptism in the Spirit- Fr. Chris Thomas 13th May – Growth – Rev. Olivia Lambert 20th May – Transformation – Deacon Martin Fenlon. Free event. Register online via the QR code, Ring Dolores Omand 01423870789 or register on the night
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Welcome from everyone at the parish of St Aelred. Here on our website you can find out more about our church and our parish community. We hope that you can find everything that you need in these pages but if not please do contact us.
Children and families are warmly invited to a special liturgy for children at morning Mass on Sunday’s, during term time. Children from 4 – 8 years may attend the sessions in the parish hall during the first half of mass. Younger children may also join when accompanied by a parent.
Visitors are always most welcome to celebrate mass with us.
Our latest parish weekly news, notices and events
Keep informed about parish activities on a week by week basis. Our important activities can be seen featured below, and found on our Parish Newsletter - available online here, or in print at the back of the church.
Fr. Kearney's Prayer requests:
Please remember those who are sick in your daily prayers:
If you would like to add someone to the list, please email the parish office through this link or email the parish direct (on the newsletter) - Also, please pray for our recently deceased - List Here
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April 18, 2026
The Chapel Of Our Lady of the Crag in Knaresborough - We are a small group of local people who hold the Chapel of Our Lady of the Crag in Trust. We are in need of more trustees, gardeners, volunteers and fundraisers to help us in our mission to keep this unique site open to visitors. Donations of plants and money towards our long-term preservation projects would also be welcomed. The Chapel is now open 2-4pm (provided the weather is clement) until the end of September and by appointment at other times. We look forward to your visit! Please see our website for more details: www.ourladyofthecrag.org/
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April 18, 2026
Knaresborough Bed Race 2026 – Date: Saturday 13 th June 2026. Planning meeting Sunday 10th May 2026 following 10.30am Mass.
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April 18, 2026
As part of the consultation currently taking place across our two Dioceses, there is an opportunity for all clergy, religious and members of the lay faithful to contribute by completing an online questionnaire, either individually or as a parish group. Prayerful reflection should be given to the questions so that the Holy Spirit may guide this process of discernment. Prayer resources and a presentation are available on the diocesan website to support this process. Responses should be submitted no later than Friday, 22nd May 2026. For more information and to complete the questionnaire, please visit: https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/leedsmiddlesbrough-consultation-2026/
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April 11, 2026
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINARS 2026 : St. Aelred’s Church. Woodlands Drive Harrogate HG27BE Wednesday evenings from 7.00pm to 8.30pm except Saturday 9th May noon to 3.30 (shared table lunch) Sessions, topics and speakers. 15th April -God’s Love – Fr. Jonathan Hart 22nd April –Salvation –Fr. Chris Angel 29th April –New Life - David Bolton 6th May- Receiving God’s gift -Rev. Mike Resch 9th May – Praying for Baptism in the Spirit- Fr. Chris Thomas 13th May – Growth – Rev. Olivia Lambert 20th May – Transformation – Deacon Martin Fenlon. Free event. Register online via the QR code, Ring Dolores Omand 01423870789 or register on the night
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March 28, 2026
most boxes of envelopes for the next financial year have been given out. If you have not received yours please contact David Rutherford [887470 leaving name and contact number] and delivery / collection can be arranged.
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March 28, 2026
Palm Sunday Masses as usual. Wednesday 1st April Mass of Chrism at Leeds Cathedral 11am – all welcome. Holy Thursday: Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper 7pm St Aelred’s with watching at the Altar of repose until 9pm. Good Friday 11am Family Stations of the Cross St Aelred’s 3pm The Lord’s Passion at both churches. Holy Saturday Easter Vigil 7pm at St Mary’s. Easter Sunday usual Sunday Masses.
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March 21, 2026
Mass intentions gratefully received using the brown envelopes in both churches. All Mass intentions must be made via the brown envelopes in the narthex and a cash donation placed in them or use the tab on the Dona machine. Please give at least 2 weeks’ notice to facilitate a special day.
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February 28, 2026
St Aelred’s PPC will meet on 4th March at 6.45pm in the parish centre
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January 31, 2026
Catechesis for the Sacrament of Confirmation - session 1 Sunday 1st February 11.30am to 2pm with a half an hour break for packed lunched session 2 Sunday 15th February same timings. Both sessions to be held in the classroom at St Mary’s. It is essential to attend both sessions before receiving the sacrament of Confirmation.
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February 28, 2026
Dates for your diary: STA/STM Joint Lent Lunch – shared table for CAFOD. Sunday 8th March to be held at St Mary’s STA First Confessions 4.30pm 14th March 2026 STM First Confessions 6pm 18th March 6pm . STM First Holy Communion 16th May 11am STA First Holy Communion 17th May 9.00am Parish Hall Bookings: St Mary’s OR St Aelred’s see the parish websites. Or email office.staelred@dioceseofleeds.org.uk hall.stmary.knaresborough@dioceseofleeds.org.uk
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February 21, 2026
Fishy Lunch: Monday 2nd March All are welcome to come and enjoy fish and chips, mushy peas, bread & butter, coffee/tea and sweets to finish as well as some good chat. Hall opens 12 noon, lunch served 12.30pm £8.00 monies to be paid to Tony or Margaret. Please put your names on the list at the back of St Aelreds Church or phone Tony on 07912790773.
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February 21, 2026
Friendship Groups: St Aelred’s Friendship Group meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 1.30pm – 3.30pm all most welcome. St Mary’s Friendship Group meet Monday afternoons from 1.30pm to 3pm with refreshments and good cake! All most welcome.
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January 31, 2026
Catechesis for the Sacrament of Confirmation - session 1 Sunday 1st February 11.30am to 2pm with a half an hour break for packed lunched session 2 Sunday 15th February same timings. Both sessions to be held in the classroom at St Mary’s. It is essential to attend both sessions before receiving the sacrament of Confirmation.
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April 18, 2026
Celebration of Married Life on Saturday 16th May , there will be a special Celebration Mass for Married Life at Leeds Cathedral at 12 Noon for couples and their families celebrating their 25th (Silver), 40th (Ruby), 50th (Golden), 60th (Diamond) and 70th (Platinum) wedding anniversaries this year. There will be an opportunity for couples, who wish to do so, to renew their marriage vows during the liturgy. If you are celebrating the anniversary of your wedding and you would like to take part in this celebration, please fill out the application form which is available at the back of church.
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April 18, 2026
Deanery day of renewal. Saturday 9th May 11.30 am to 3.45 pm at St. Aelred’s church hall. The Speaker will be Fr. Chris Thomas. The theme of the day is Baptism in the Spirit. The day includes session 5 of the Life in the Spirit seminars and praying for Baptism in the Spirit. Everyone is welcome to take part. The schedule is as follows; 11.30 to 12.00 Registration tea/coffee, 12.00 to 1.00 Praise and worship, 1.00 to 2.00 pm Lunch/ socialising, 2 pm to 3.15 pm Speaker, Sharing groups for reflection. 3.00 to 3.45 pm Intercessory prayers and farewells. For more information contact Dolores Omand 01423870789
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April 18, 2026
American Style Ceilidh - Saturday 25th April 7.30pm The next in our popular twice-yearly series will be at St Wilfrid's church hall, Duchy Rd. Come and dance to a top class live band. Sociable and fun. No previous dance experience needed - our expert dance caller will explain everything. This event is open to the public - bring your friends from outside the parish. Tickets £12 / £6 on the door. Tea, coffee & cake in the interval. No licensed bar but you can bring your own drinks if you wish.
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