I would just like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your very kind and open welcome to me as I join you in this parish. A particular thank you to those who have helped me settle in at the Presbytery, and shown me the ropes. I still have much to learn but already feel I am going to be very happy here.
I look forward to getting to know you all better in the months and (God willing) years ahead.
Fr David
Mass Times for this week are as follows:
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Holy Rood Church open
For a trial period Holy Rood will be left open most days from 8:30am to 6pm so that people can pop in and pray. Please do avail yourself of the opportunity to be with our Lord. (The Blessed Sacrament will be reserved in the Tabernacle in the side (Lady chapel) during the week, and in the Tabernacle behind the main Altar on Sundays and feast days… look for the lit sanctuary lamp to be sure).
Rotas
Churches Festival 2025
We are taking part in the West Lindsey Churches Festival over the weekend Sat May 17th and Sunday May 18th. Please let Mary or Keith know if you can volunteer to help.
Food Bank
Tinned & dried goods are always needed to help those families who are struggling at this time of year. If you would like any further information please have a chat with Pauline.
What‘s happening out and about?
Young Adults are warmly invited to join us at: Saint Hugh’s Church, Lincoln on Thursday 8th May.
Starting from 6pm with the talk at 7pm. Sister Catherine, COLW is delivering our talk this month giving some of her own testimony and input on Our Lady. We will pray vespers together, share some pizza and have some social time as well! Booking is required and you can sign up at https://forms.office.com/e/S9HkSk6EKC; for more information contact charles.archer@dioceseofnottingham.uk
The Saint Augustine Webster Melwood Jubilee Pilgrimage to the site of Melwood Abbey will be held on Saturday 3rd May at 12.00 noon, at Low Melwood Farm, Owston Ferry DN9 1AD. The Pilgrimage starts with the Rosary and Procession, followed by Mass in one of the farm’s storage barns. Don’t forget to bring a chair, picnic (optional), and appropriate footwear for walking country footpaths.
The NDCYS is organising a Lourdes Reunion on Sunday 27th July at Saint Mary’s Church, Derby DE1 3AU. Young people are invited from 11am, with Mass at 3pm, followed by refreshments for all pilgrims. For more information and to register visit ndcys.com/events-and-opportunities
Jubilee of Communication Workers Conference The Communications Department invites all involved or interested in communications (Social Media, Journalism, Website, Parish Newsletters, plus any other means…) to the upcoming Communications Conference, celebrating the Jubilee of Communication Workers. Held at Cathedral Hall, Nottingham, on Monday 2nd June from 10am – 2pm, the event will include a networking breakfast, a keynote input, workshops, Q&A, concluding with Mass celebrated by Bishop Patrick, with the blessing of communication workers, and lunch. Sign up at www.dioceseofnottingham.uk/events/comms-conference (no later than 26th May with limited spaces) or contact naomi.roberts@dioceseofnottingham.uk for further information.
Taking place in the grounds of Ampleforth College from Friday 22nd – Monday 25th August, the Youth 2000 Summer Festival provides young adults (aged 16-35) from across the UK the opportunity to come together and explore faith, build relationships and find hope. This four-day festival includes great speakers, social time, break-out sessions, Daily Mass, 24/7 Adoration and much more! Register your place at: youth2000.org/events/summerfestival2025. Tickets are also available for priests, religious, families and groups. If you have any questions, please email events@youth2000.org.
The Diocese of Nottingham is looking to appoint a full-time Compliance and Support Property Officer, based in Nottingham. More details are available at www.dioceseofnottingham.uk/careers the deadline for applications is Tuesday 6th May.
Called to Love: Masculine and Feminine, Friday 9th – Sunday 11th May. A weekend for young adults, whether single, dating or engaged, exploring the nature of masculinity and femininity. The retreat, at the Christian Heritage Centre, Lancashire, will consider the contemporary challenges to being a man and a woman and the Church’s wisdom for this, drawing particular inspiration from Saint John Paul II. For more information and to book visit https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/called-to-love/
The Health Team who support the Nottingham Diocesan Lourdes Pilgrimage is in need of some additional experienced team members for this year’s pilgrimage. If you, or someone you know, is a currently Registered Nurses or trained and experienced Care Worker, who may be interested and can commit to being available for this year’s Jubilee Pilgrimage between Monday 14th and Friday 18th July, as well as for a couple of training days on Sunday 15th and Saturday 28th June, please contact Deacon David Knight (david@sthughslincoln.org.uk) for more details.
Could you be a Briars Ambassador for 12 months? The Nottingham Diocesan Catholic Youth Service (NDCYS) has a wonderful group of volunteers who support The Briars Catholic Youth Retreat Centre
through practical support, prayer and fundraising. The Friends of The Briars is hosting an Ambassadors’ Day for those interested in becoming a Briars Ambassador, on Saturday 7th June between 10.00am and 3.00pm at The Briars, DE4 5BW. See the poster in church or visit ndcys.com/friends-of-the-briars/ for more.
CAFOD is hiring. Could you inspire Catholics to participate in the Church’s mission, working to overcome poverty and injustice? Do you want to work for CAFOD and encourage support and partnership within the Church? CAFOD is looking for a Community Participation Coordinator to work in the Diocese of Nottingham. Follow the link for more details and please pass on to any friends or relatives who might be interested. The closing date is Sunday 27th April. See cafod.org.uk/work-with-us for more information.
Celebrate the Jubilee at WeBelieve, a festival of Catholic Life gathering the Church to share the hope that we have in Christ. From Friday 25th – Monday 28th July, join us for four days of music, keynotes, conversation and worship at Saint Mary’s College, Oscott, Birmingham. Featuring Dr Gianna Emanuela Molla (daughter of Saint Gianna Molla), Father Paul Murray, Monsignor Michael Nazir-Ali, AnMari, Father Toby Lees OP and many more. Early Bird Tickets are available now at www.webelievefestival.com
The Jubilee Pilgrimage to Walsingham with Bishop Patrick takes place on Saturday 14th June, gathering at the Anglican Shrine with procession to Catholic Shrine starting at 1.00pm. Mass will be celebrated at 4.00pm followed by departures. More information about events for young people to come soon.
For your information or assistance…
We have two email addresses that perform different roles. Just to clear any confusion here is a reminder.
holyroodchurchmr@outlook.com is the one to use to communicate with Fr. David directly re spiritual, personal, or ongoing matters.
holyroodmr@gmail.com was set up in 2020 to deal with general enquiries, communication generated via the website, and third parties such as West Lindsey churches festival. These emails are initially looked at by the bulletin team and passed to Fr. Robert if appropriate.
God bless you all,
Fr. David
