MASS TIMES, DEVOTIONS & EVENTS FOR LENT 2026 (MARCH 1ST -28TH)

March is traditionally dedicated to St. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus and spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. As his feast day is March 19, the entire month is dedicated to honouring him as a model of obedience, fatherhood, and protector of the Church.

Sunday 1 March 2026 2nd Sunday of Lent, Purple:
10am Solemn Mass @ Christ Church.
6pm Vespers & Benediction @ St John the Evangelist.

Monday 2 March 2026, Monday of the 2nd week of Lent, Purple:
11:30 Mass @ Christ Church
12pm The Holy Rosary @ Christ Church
3-4:30pm Lent Study Group, Subject: The Mystics, Mysticism & Julian of Norwich @ Christ Church - All welcome

Tuesday 3 March 2026, Tuesday of the 2nd week of Lent, Purple:
2pm Fr Jay officiating at a funeral at Dewsbury Moore Crematorium.
7pm Mass @ St John the Evangelist
7:30pm Coffee

Wednesday 4 March 2026, Wednesday of the 2nd week of Lent, Purple:
11:15 Stations of the Cross @ Christ Church Staincliffe
12pm Mass @ Christ Church Staincliffe
12:30pm Coffee @ Christ Church Staincliffe

Thursday 5 March 2026, Thursday of the 2nd week of Lent, Purple:
12pm Mass @ St John’s the Evangelist Carlinghow

Friday 6 March 2026, Friday of the 2nd week of Lent, Purple: No Service (Rest Day)

Saturday 7 March 2026, Saturday of the 2nd week of Lent, Purple:
12pm Mass @ Christ Church Staincliffe

Sunday 8 March 2026, 3rd Sunday of Lent, Purple:
10am Solemn Mass @ St John the Evangelist.
6pm Vespers & Benediction @ Christ Church

Monday 9 March 2026, Monday of the 3rd week of Lent, Purple:
11:30 Mass @ Christ Church
12pm The Holy Rosary @ Christ Church
3-4:30pm Lent Study Group @ Christ Church

Tuesday 10 March 2026, Tuesday of the 3rd week of Lent, Purple:
7pm Mass @ St John the Evangelist
7:30pm Coffee

Wednesday 11 March 2026, Wednesday of the 3rd week of Lent, Purple:
12pm Mass @ Christ Church
12:30pm Coffee

Thursday 12 March 2026, Thursday of the 3rd week of Lent, Purple:
12pm Mass @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow
12:30pm Stations of the Cross

Friday 13 March 2026, Friday of the 3rd week of Lent, Purple: No Service (Rest Day)

Saturday 14 March 2026, Saturday of the 3rd week of Lent, Purple:
10am -12pm St John’s Coffee Morning
12pm Mass @ St John’s the Evangelist Carlinghow

Sunday 15 March 2026, 4th Sunday of Lent (Laetare Sunday), Rose:
10am Solemn Mass @ Christ Church
12noon Christ Church PCC Meeting- Ratify Account for APCM in May
6pm Vespers & Benediction @ St John the Evangelist

Monday 16 March 2026, Monday of the 4th week of Lent, Purple:
11:30 Mass @ Christ Church
12pm The Holy Rosary @ Christ Church
3-4:30pm Lent Study Group @ Christ Church

Tuesday 17 March 2026, St Patrick (Feast), White:
7pm Mass @ St John the Evangelist, 7:30pm Coffee

Wednesday 18 March 2026, Wednesday of the 4th week of Lent, Purple:
11:15am Stations of the Cross @ Christ Church
12pm Mass @ Christ Church
12:30 Stations of the Cross @ Christ Church

Thursday 19 March 2026, St Joseph, Spouse of the BVM (Solemnity), White:
Solemn Mass 12noon @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow
2:30pm Fr Jay @ School Governors

Friday 20 March 2026, Friday of the 4th week of Lent, Purple: No Service (Rest Day)

Saturday 21 March 2026, Saturday of the 4th week of Lent, Purple:
12pm Mass @ Christ Church

Sunday 22 March 2026, 5th Sunday of Lent, Purple:
10am Solemn Mass @ St John the Evangelist
12pm APCM - Community Attendance encouraged.
6pm Vespers & Benediction @ Christ Church

Monday 23 March 2026, Monday of the 5th week of Lent, Purple:
11:30 Mass @ Christ Church
12pm The Holy Rosary @ Christ Church
3-4:30pm Lent Study Group @ Christ Church

Tuesday 24 March 2026, Tuesday of the 5th week of Lent, Purple: 7pm Mass @ St John the Evangelist, 7:30pm Coffee

Wednesday 25 March 2026, The Annunciation of the Lord (Solemnity), White:
12pm Solemn Mass @ Christ Church Staincliffe
12:45pm Coffee

Thursday 26 March 2026, Thursday of the 5th week of Lent, Purple:
12pm Mass @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow
12:30pm Stations of the Cross

Friday 27 March 2026, Friday of the 5th week of Lent, Purple: No Service (Rest Day)

Saturday 28 March 2026, Saturday of the 5th week of Lent, Purple:
10am - 12pm St John’s Coffee Morning
12pm Mass @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow

A simpler and shorter celebration of Holy Communion is held daily, except on Fridays (unless it is a Solemnity or High Day). The weekday Masses are divided between the two parishes.

- On Mondays and Wednesdays, Mass is celebrated at Staincliffe.
- On Tuesdays at 7 PM and Thursdays at 12 noon, Mass takes place at Carlinghow.
- Saturday Mass alternates between both churches.

Please get in touch or check the notice sheet for more information.

We are two parishes but one community, and we alternate Sunday Mass between Christ Church Stancliffe and St. John's the Evangelist in Carlinghow. Please feel free to get in touch or check the notice sheet to see which church is hosting each Sunday.

The Solemn Mass on Sunday is family-friendly, accessible, and we welcome everyone to join us in worshipping God in the beauty of holiness.

The Parish Mass is traditional and Catholic, featuring high ceremonial elements such as incense, bells, and plain chant, alongside beautiful vestments. It includes a homily/sermon, prayers, and scriptural readings, with the climax of the service being the celebration and administration of Holy Communion. The service concludes with the Angelus (or Regina Coeli during Easter) and is followed by refreshments and delicious biscuits!

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.

Join us for a delightful afternoon of music as we welcome the Elland Male Voice Choir to Christ Church, Staincliffe.
​Experience a stirring performance in the beautiful setting of our church, featuring a wide-ranging repertoire that promises to be a treat for both the ears and the eyes. It is a fantastic opportunity to gather with the community, enjoy some high-quality choral singing, and support the church.
​When: Saturday, 2nd May at 2:00 pm
​Where: Christ Church, Staincliffe, Batley
​Tickets: £6 (Includes refreshments)
​Extras: There will also be a raffle on the day with some excellent prizes to be won!
​How to book:
Tickets are available to purchase in person at the church. We look forward to seeing you there!