Weekday Mass

Tuesday 28 April 2026 Tuesday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
St John the Evangelist, Carlinghow
Ealand Road Batley Leeds, WF17 8HW, United Kingdom

Weekday Mass:
​A simpler and shorter celebration of Holy Communion is held daily, offering a quiet space for prayer and reflection. Apart from Fridays (unless a Solemnity or High Day occurs), Mass is celebrated daily and shared between our two parishes.
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Our Weekly Schedule
​Monday: 6:00 pm at Staincliffe.
​Tuesday: 7:00 pm at Carlinghow.
​Followed at 7:30 pm by coffee and a parish drop-in for enquiries regarding Baptisms, Weddings, and other life events.
​Wednesday: 12:00 noon at Staincliffe, followed by coffee and fellowship.
​Thursday: 12:00 noon at Carlinghow.
​Friday: No Mass (excepting Solemnities or High Days).
​Saturday: Mass alternates between both churches.
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Stay Informed
​As Saturday locations and Friday Solemnities vary, please get in touch or consult the weekly Notice Sheet for the most up-to-date information.

Time varies depending on the parish calendar

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

Weekday Mass

Tuesday 28 April 2026 Tuesday at for 1 hour, 30 mins
St John the Evangelist, Carlinghow
Ealand Road Batley Leeds, WF17 8HW, United Kingdom

Weekday Mass:
​A simpler and shorter celebration of Holy Communion is held daily, offering a quiet space for prayer and reflection. Apart from Fridays (unless a Solemnity or High Day occurs), Mass is celebrated daily and shared between our two parishes.
​
Our Weekly Schedule
​Monday: 6:00 pm at Staincliffe.
​Tuesday: 7:00 pm at Carlinghow.
​Followed at 7:30 pm by coffee and a parish drop-in for enquiries regarding Baptisms, Weddings, and other life events.
​Wednesday: 12:00 noon at Staincliffe, followed by coffee and fellowship.
​Thursday: 12:00 noon at Carlinghow.
​Friday: No Mass (excepting Solemnities or High Days).
​Saturday: Mass alternates between both churches.
​
Stay Informed
​As Saturday locations and Friday Solemnities vary, please get in touch or consult the weekly Notice Sheet for the most up-to-date information.

Time varies depending on the parish calendar

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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