World Day of Prayer: Friday 7th March

Webmaster • February 28, 2026

World Day of Prayer: A women led, global ecumenical movement – annually first Friday in March Friday 6th March at 2pm at St Mary’s RC Church, Bond End, Knaresborough. Our sisters in Nigeria invite us to join them for the World Day of Prayer. The service they have prepared reflects the theme, “I will give your rest”. 120 participating countries will be celebrating this service on the same day. It begins in Samoa and moves across the world in a continuous wave of prayer, finishing 38 hours later in American Samoa. It truly is a worldwide day of prayer. The World Day of Prayer is an international women-led ecumenical movement that shares the hopes, concerns and prayers of women from around the globe. Each year women from a different country craft a service, sharing their unique spiritual journey and culture. For 2026 the women of Nigeria have created a service that speaks to our need for peace and solace, drawing on their faith and experiences in a world filled with struggles and anxieties. This is the first time for more than 10 years that St Mary’s have held the service - next year it will be held at St John’s CofE. Please support us. Refreshments will be served in the Hall following. ALL ARE WELCOME. More info on the movement can be found at wwdp.org.uk

Calling all current and past families of St Robert's School!

By Webmaster • May 11, 2026
SAVE THE DATE for a big bash to celebrate the retirement of Miss Collins, our lovely headteacher. It would be great to see as many old and present families as possible to give her a good send off. Friday 26th June 5:30 - 8:30pm , come rain or shine. More details soon!

Celebration of Married Life on Saturday 16th May

By Webmaster • May 10, 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.

St Aelred’s Fishy Luncheon

By Webmaster • May 10, 2026
Fishy Lunch: Monday 1st June. All are welcome to come and enjoy Fish & Chips, mushy peas, coffee/tea, bread & Butter and sweets for afters, as well as some good chat. Hall opens 12 noon, luncheon served 1230. £8.00. Monies to be paid to Tony or Margaret. Please put your names on the list at the back of St Aelred’s church or phone/text Tony on 07912790773.

The Chapel of Our Lady of the Crag

By Webmaster • May 10, 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. The Chapel is now open 2-4pm (provided the weather is clement) until the end of September and by appointment at other times. Please see our website for more details: www.ourladyofthecrag.org/

A Tin a Week

By Webmaster • May 10, 2026
Food Bank: A TIN A WEEK: Our SVPs collect food for the hungry, can you spare a tin a week for this, also some toiletries? These can be left in the boxes at the back of our churches. The Lord tells us to feed the hungry, so thank you all for your donations which are sincerely appreciated.

Consultation on the future of the Dioceses of Leeds, Hallam & Middlesbrough

By Webmaster • May 10, 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/

Dates for your Diary

By Webmaster • May 10, 2026
Dates for your diary: 10th May 11.30am STM Planning meeting for the Bed Race cafe 16th May 10.30am First Holy Communion Mass STM 17th May 9.00am. First Holy Communion Mass STA 17th May 11.30am STM PPC items for the agenda no later than Tuesday 12th May 9th June 6.45pm STA PPC items for the agenda no later than 1st June.

Life In The Spirit Seminars

By Webmaster • May 10, 2026
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINARS 2026 : St. Aelred’s Church. Woodlands Drive Harrogate HG27BE St. Aelred’s Church. Wednesday evenings from 7.00pm to 8pm. Sessions, topics and speakers. 13th May, ‘Growth’ with Rev. Olivia Lambert. 20th May , ‘Transformation’ with Deacon Martin Fenlon. Free event. Register by calling Dolores Omand 01423870789 or register on the night.

Mass Intentions

By Webmaster • May 10, 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.

SVP Tea Party

By Webmaster • May 9, 2026
The SVP are having an over 60s afternoon tea party in the hall at St Joseph's Bilton, on Tuesday 19th May from 1pm till 3pm. Alongside delicious sandwiches and cakes, there will be bingo and entertainment from St Joseph’s Primary School. A great opportunity to meet people and have some fun! Also, it’s free! Please sign the list on the notice board or tell one of your Parish SVP members you would like to attend by Friday 8th May.