HOLY WEEK 2026

for 7 days, 2 hours
St John the Evangelist, Carlinghow
Ealand Road Batley Leeds, WF17 8HW, United Kingdom

HOLY WEEK 2026

Sunday 29 March 2026, Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Red: 10am Solemn Mass, Procession & Blessing of Palms & Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow.
(Note: No Vespers & Benediction this evening)

Monday 30 March 2026, Monday of Holy Week, Purple:
7pm Mass & Homily @ Christ Church Staincliffe

Tuesday 31 March 2026, Tuesday of Holy Week, Purple:
7pm Mass & Homily @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow

Wednesday 1 April 2026, Wednesday of Holy Week, (Spy Wednesday) Purple:
7pm Mass & Homily @ Christ Church

The Sacred Pascal Triduum:
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Thursday 2 April 2026, Maundy Thursday, White:
7:30pm Solemn Mass of the Institution of the Holy Eucharist & Vigil @ Christ Church
10pm Compline (Night Prayer)
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Friday 3 April 2026, Good Friday, Red:
3:00pm Solemn Liturgy of the Passion of the Lord & Mass of the Pre-sanctified @ Christ Church (Stations of the Cross follow the Solemn Liturgy)

​Saturday 4 April 2026, Holy Saturday, Purple (Day) / Gold (Night):
8:30pm The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night @ St John the Evangelist

​Sunday 5 April 2026, Easter Sunday of the Resurrection, Gold:
10:00am Solemn Mass & Benediction of Easter Day @ Christ Church Staincliffe
(Note: No Vespers & Benediction this evening)

April is dedicated to the Holy Eucharist (the Blessed Sacrament) & The Holy Spirit.

St John the Evangelist, Carlinghow

Welcome to our United Benefice

​Welcome to the United Benefice of Christ Church, Stancliffe and St John the Evangelist, Carlinghow. We are a vibrant, friendly, and social community of Christians situated in Batley, West Yorkshire, within the Diocese of Leeds.

​Our Tradition and Oversight

​As a parish committed to the Catholic tradition of the Church of England, we are affiliated with The Society and receive episcopal oversight from the Bishop of Beverley. Our community is served by a priest of the Society of the Holy Cross (SSC).

​Our Worship

​The Eucharist is at the very heart of our life together, and Mass is celebrated daily within the Benefice. Our worship is grounded in "High Church" practice, offering a sensory and prayerful experience through:

​Rich Ceremonial & Vestments: Traditional liturgy that honours the beauty of holiness.

​Sacred Music: The use of traditional hymns and the ancient beauty of plainchant.

​Incense & Bells: Elements that lift our hearts and minds toward the divine.

​Devotion: A deep and enduring reverence for the Blessed Virgin Mary and all the Saints.

​Join Us

​Whether you are a lifelong Anglo-Catholic, a curious visitor, or someone seeking a spiritual home, everyone is welcome to join us for our services and social events.

​Contact and Life Events

​For enquiries regarding our regular services, or to discuss Baptisms (Christenings), Weddings, and Funerals, please reach out to our Parish Priest.

​Parish Priest: Fr Jay Lawrence Hewitt SSC

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Get in touch

Fr Jay Lawrence Hewitt SSC

Staincliffe Vicarage,
Staincliffe Hall Road,
Batley

WF17 7QX
Priest in Charge
07485539009
What's on

HOLY WEEK 2026

for 7 days, 2 hours
St John the Evangelist, Carlinghow
Ealand Road Batley Leeds, WF17 8HW, United Kingdom

HOLY WEEK 2026

Sunday 29 March 2026, Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Red: 10am Solemn Mass, Procession & Blessing of Palms & Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow.
(Note: No Vespers & Benediction this evening)

Monday 30 March 2026, Monday of Holy Week, Purple:
7pm Mass & Homily @ Christ Church Staincliffe

Tuesday 31 March 2026, Tuesday of Holy Week, Purple:
7pm Mass & Homily @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow

Wednesday 1 April 2026, Wednesday of Holy Week, (Spy Wednesday) Purple:
7pm Mass & Homily @ Christ Church

The Sacred Pascal Triduum:
​
Thursday 2 April 2026, Maundy Thursday, White:
7:30pm Solemn Mass of the Institution of the Holy Eucharist & Vigil @ Christ Church
10pm Compline (Night Prayer)
​
Friday 3 April 2026, Good Friday, Red:
3:00pm Solemn Liturgy of the Passion of the Lord & Mass of the Pre-sanctified @ Christ Church (Stations of the Cross follow the Solemn Liturgy)

​Saturday 4 April 2026, Holy Saturday, Purple (Day) / Gold (Night):
8:30pm The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night @ St John the Evangelist

​Sunday 5 April 2026, Easter Sunday of the Resurrection, Gold:
10:00am Solemn Mass & Benediction of Easter Day @ Christ Church Staincliffe
(Note: No Vespers & Benediction this evening)

April is dedicated to the Holy Eucharist (the Blessed Sacrament) & The Holy Spirit.

Safeguarding

"Our parish of Carlinghow: St John the Evangelist is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer (PSO). Our Diocese of Leeds’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises our PSO. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the PSO Katherin 07765132447 or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor: Team email: [email protected] Office number: 0113 353 0257. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services."

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