THE PARISH OF ST MARY & ST PATRICK
14TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME (A)
SUNDAY 5TH JULY 2026
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SACRAMENT OF CONFESSIONS
Fr Eamonn is available for Confessions as follows;
St Patrick’s St Mary’s
Sat 9.15am – 9.45am Sat 3.45pm – 4.15pm
(and upon request)
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Baptism are celebrated as follows;
St Patrick’s St Mary’s
Sat at 11.00am Sun at 11.30am
(Please see Fr Eamonn after a weekend Mass)
| FORTHCOMING FUNERALS |
| Name | Church | Details |
| Terence Murphy (RIP) | St Mary’s | FUNERAL SERVICE – Friday 17th July at 12.15pm |
| Tony McVeigh (RIP) | St Mary’s | FUNERAL SERVICE – Thursday 23rd July – 12.00pm |
RETIREMENT MASS FOR JENNY HASIOSZYN & CAROL DENVILLE
On Tuesday 7th July I will be celebrating with the children and staff of St Patrick’s Catholic Primary Academy the Retirement Mass for Mrs Jenny Hasioszyn (21 years service as a teacher and previous member of the leadership team) and Mrs Carol Denville (23 years service as a lunchtime supervisor and then business support officer in the main office). We wish them a long and happy retirement and express our heartfelt thanks for their years of dedicated service to our school. God bless them and keep them safe as they begin to enjoy their well earned retirement.
JOIN BISHOP MARCUS IN PRAYING FOR VOCATIONS – Our Lady of Unfailing Help, pray that the Lord of the Harvest will send labourers into His harvest and that He will grant an abundance of vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and religious life within the Diocese of Leeds, and throughout the world. Amen.
RECOMMENCEMENT OF ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT (HOLY HOURS) – I am pleased to say that hopefully the issue in the St Mary’s School car-park has now been resolved and we can recommence our Parish Holy Hours before our Weekday Masses. May I take this opportunity to encourage you the faithful to come along and encounter Jesus truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Adoration offers a peaceful opportunity to step away from the busyness of daily life, to pray, reflect, and simply rest in the Lord’s presence. Whether you can spare a few minutes or an hour, all are warmly invited to come and experience the grace, peace, and spiritual renewal that flows from spending time with Christ in the Eucharist.
PARISH BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP – ‘The Journey’ Grief Care Group for anyone walking through Loss. An opportunity to spend time with others who recognise your journey in bereavement. The meetings will take place in the St Mary’s Parish Room. Tea & Coffee is available. It is open to Catholics and non-Catholics.
The dates for our next meeting are : Thursday 16th July | Thursday 13th August.
If you are struggling with bereavement, you are all very welcome. (Elizabeth Prout Bereavement Care)
BATLEY COMMUNITY CHOIR PRESENTS – A Grand Summer Sing! Featuring music Chappel Roan, Bon Jovi, John Rutter….and more. 18th July 2026. 7pm, St Thomas’ Church, Grosvenor Road, Batley, WF17 0LX. Tickets £6 / Under 18s free. On the door or via 01924 950282
ST MARY’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY PRESENTS – Oliver Junior. Year 6 are delighted to present Oliver Junior! Our pupils have been working incredibly hard towards this year’s production and we would love it if some of our parishioners could come along and share what will be a very special occasion.
Thursday 9th July – 6.45pm | Monday 13th July – 6.45pm
The performances are in the school hall and tickets are £5 which covers the cost of licensing the show. If you would like a ticket, call in at the school office or see Tom (organist at 10.30am Sunday Mass). Thanks for your support!
POP INTO ST PAT’S
Monday 6th July – there is a quiz with our favourite quizmaster, Dave.
HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY TO EILEEN SMITH (St Patrick’s) – on behalf of the whole parish may I wish a very happy 90th birthday to Eileen Smith. Eileen has been a parishioner at St Patrick’s for many years. May God bless her and all her family at this special time.
PARISH HISTORY – 9th July 1932 marked the death of St. Patrick’s parishioner, and the former caretaker of Birstall Roman Catholic Day Schools, Mrs. Mary Sunman. Born in County Durham, and the widow of Hull mason John Sunman, she came to Birstall in around 1890. Appointed the school caretaker ten years later, it was a job she held for 22 years. She was then succeeded by her daughter, widow Mrs. Ellen Doyle, who was still in that role at the time of her mother’s death. The funeral was held at Birstall Parish Church, in a service conducted by St. Patrick’s priest Father J. O’Sullivan.
Jane Roberts – Parish Historian | Website: https://pasttopresentgenealogy.co.uk
ST PATRICK’S DISCUSSION GROUP – We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at 10.00am in the St Patrick’s Church Tea/ Coffee room. All are welcome. For further details call Andy Hill on 01274 315271 or 07729 626966.
ST PATRICK’S LEGION OF MARY – The St Patrick’s legion of Mary meet on; Tuesday mornings at 10.00am in the St Patrick’s Parish Meeting Room.
BIRSTALL COMMUNITY CENTRE – Starting Thursday 12th March 1.00pm to 3.00pm at Birstall Community Centre, chair-based exercises, games and more, come along for fun and laughter and chat. Just £3.00 per session including a drink and biscuits.
ST MARY’S SCHOOL REUNION – for pupils who left in the 1950s & 1960s. This will take place on Friday 28th August 12.00pm – 6.00pm There will be a Commemorative Mass at St Mary’s at 12.00pm, but the Batley Nash has also been booked from 12.00pm if you wish to go there directly. For more information please contact Joe Roe – 07500417071
THE KNIGHTS OF ST COLUMBA – The Church needs men of faith, courage, and service – The Knights of St. Columba offer every Catholic man a place to live out his vocation through charity, fraternity, and the defence of our faith. Our parishes, our priests, and our communities need men who are ready to stand up and serve with humility and purpose. If you feel called to deepen your faith, support the mission of the Church, and make a real difference in the lives of others, the Knights of St. Columba are ready to welcome you. We can establish a group or chapter of members in the parish here for members who wish to join. Step forward. Be counted. Become the man God is calling you to be. If you are interested, please contact
Jason Aldiss Grand Knight- Leeds Council 11 email:
[email protected] | Telephone no. O7789088685 Many Thanks.
DRU YOGA CLASS WITH TAMLIN – SUNDAYS 6.00PM – 7.10PM – HECKMONDWIKE
Feeling tired, depleted of energy? Need to let go of tension & stress? Need to relax more and time to just be still? Then why not try our Dru Yoga! Dru Yoga can help you feel better, ease aches and pains, sleep better and let go of tiredness, become more flexible and improve core strength. If you are interested please contact Tamlin here or find her on Facebook.
CATHOLIC HOLIDAYS IN THE LAKE DISTRICT THIS SUMMER – During August and September, Castlerigg Manor in Keswick is opening its doors to families, groups of friends, or private individuals who are looking for an affordable stay in the Lake District. Breakfast and evening meal are provided, and Mass is celebrated on site. For more information check out castleriggmanor.com/stay-with-us or contact [email protected] / 017687 72711
QUIET RETREATS FOR ADULTS THIS OCTOBER – During October half term, Castlerigg Manor is running a quiet retreat for individual adults who want to spend a few days of peace, relaxation and prayer in the Lake District. Each day there will be a talk, Mass, and evening prayer, and then a lot of time to explore the area, pray, or just simply relax. Book at castleriggmanor.com/events or contact [email protected]
ST MARY’S SOCIAL CLUB & PAROCHIAL HALL – Are you thinking about where to celebrate a family party, baptism, wedding, birthday? (Not children’s parties) St Mary’s Social Club has great rooms available to hire at very good prices.
The Melton Lounge – ideal for parties up to 50 people with a well stocked bar.
The Ball room – can hold up to 160 people, with an adjoining kitchen and bar.
St Mary’s Social Club and Parochial Hall – Melton Street, Batley, WF17 8PT
Booking Enquiries – Michelle 07568 727379 or find us on Facebook
Website – http://stmaryssocialclubbatley.uk/
EVENTS IN ST MARY’S SOCIAL CLUB
| Social Dancing | Sunday evenings from 7.30pm |
| Bingo in the Lounge | Tuesdays 8.00pm & Fridays at 8.00pm |
| NEW! Social Dancing with Trevor | Wednesdays from 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
| Singing for Fun | Wednesdays from 2.00pm – 4.00pm |
| Quiz Night | Wednesdays from 8.30pm |
| Batley Rock and Roll Club | Wednesdays from 8.00pm |
| Fitness with Karen | Wednesdays 5.45pm – 6.45pm |
| Slimming World | Thursdays 9.00am – 11.00am & 5.00pm – 7.00pm Friday 9.00am |
| Central Pointe Dance (in the studio) | Monday to Thursday |
Regular sell out Rock and Roll Band nights – first Friday of the month
Monthly Tribute nights with Batley’s Legendary DJ Mick Ingram. Early booking essential: Ticket Hotline 07766336951
NEWS FROM THE DIOCESE
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ANYTHING FOR THE BULLETIN?
If you have any items for the parish bulletin, please may I have them no later than Thursday 12.00noon. These can be sent to Michelle Anderson here or post them through either presbytery letterbox and I will pick them up and add them to the coming week’s bulletin.
Many thanks.