Important Notice: Return of Parish Priest & Christmas Schedule

for 13 days, 1 hour
Christ Church, Staincliffe
Staincliffe Hall Road Staincliffe Leeds, WF17 7QX, United Kingdom
Important Notice: Return of Parish Priest & Christmas Schedule
The United Benefice of Christ Church Stancliffe & St John’s the Evangelist Carlinghow
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We are pleased to share that our Parish Priest, Father Jay Lawrence Hewitt, has recovered and will be resuming his duties this Thursday 18th December 2025.
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As Father Jay settles back into the life of the Benefice, he will be focusing on liturgical responsibilities, light pastoral duties, and our Christmas services. He is also beginning to work through a backlog of administrative tasks; we thank you for your patience as he catches up on these matters. We are very grateful for the prayers and support shown during his absence.

​Liturgical Timetable: December 2025

​Week 3 of Advent

• ​Thursday 18 Dec: Thursday of the 3rd week of Advent (Purple) — NO MASS

• ​Friday 19 Dec: Friday of the 3rd week of Advent (Purple) — NO MASS

• ​Saturday 20 Dec: Saturday of the 3rd week of Advent (Purple) — NO MASS

• ​Sunday 21 Dec: Fourth Sunday of Advent (Purple) — SOLEMN MASS 10am @ Christ Church (Father Jay’s first service back)

• ​Monday 22 Dec: Monday of the 4th week of Advent (Purple) — Mass 12noon @ Christ Church

• ​Tuesday 23 Dec: St John of Kanty (White) — Mass 7pm @ St John’s
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The Nativity of the Lord
• ​Wednesday 24 Dec (Christmas Eve): 12noon Mass — CANCELLED

• ​Wednesday 24 Dec: Vigil Mass of Christmas (White) — 6pm @ Christ Church

• ​Wednesday 24 Dec: MIDNIGHT MASS (Gold) — 10pm @ St John’s

• ​Thursday 25 Dec: Christmas Day (White/Gold) — SOLEMN MASS 10am @ Christ Church

​The Octave of Christmas

• ​Friday 26 Dec: St Stephen, First Martyr (Red) — Mass 12noon @ Christ Church (Offered for St Stephen’s House, Oxford)

• ​Saturday 27 Dec: St John, Apostle & Evangelist (White/Gold) — Solemn Mass 12noon @ St John’s (Patronal Feast)

• ​Sunday 28 Dec: The Holy Family (White) — Solemn Mass 10am @ St John’s

• ​Monday 29 Dec: St Thomas à Becket (Red) — Mass 12noon @ Christ Church

• ​Tuesday 30 Dec: Sixth day in the Octave — NO MASS

• ​Wednesday 31 Dec: Seventh day in the Octave — NO MASS
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Thank you for your continued understanding and support. 🙏🏼💙🙏🏼

Christ Church, Staincliffe

Welcome to the United Benefice of Christ Church Staincliffe and St John’s the Evangelist in Carlinghow. We are a vibrant and inclusive community of Christians committed to nurturing spiritual growth and fellowship in Batley, West Yorkshire. As part of the Diocese of Leeds, we are affiliated with The Society and operate under the episcopal oversight of the Bishop of Beverley. Our parish is further enriched by the service of a Priest from the Society of the Holy Cross, who provides dedicated pastoral care to our community. We proudly embrace the Catholic tradition within the Church of England, and our worship is characterized by a high church liturgy. We celebrate Mass daily, offering our congregation a rich and profound worship experience that includes elaborate ceremonial elements, beautifully crafted vestments, and the use of incense and bells, all of which enhance the sacred atmosphere. Our music program features traditional hymns and plainchant, fostering a deep sense of reverence and connection to our faith. Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary and all the Saints is also an integral part of our spiritual practice, reflecting our belief in the communion of saints and the intercessory power of those who have gone before us. We warmly invite everyone to participate in our services and events, regardless of their background or faith journey. Our doors are open to all, and we encourage newcomers to explore our community. For more information regarding our various services, including baptisms, weddings, funerals, or other significant life events, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Parish Priest, Fr. Jay Lawrence Hewitt SSC. He would be delighted to assist you and provide further details about our vibrant parish life.

 

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Important Notice: Return of Parish Priest & Christmas Schedule

for 13 days, 1 hour
Christ Church, Staincliffe
Staincliffe Hall Road Staincliffe Leeds, WF17 7QX, United Kingdom

Important Notice: Return of Parish Priest & Christmas Schedule
The United Benefice of Christ Church Stancliffe & St John’s the Evangelist Carlinghow
​
We are pleased to share that our Parish Priest, Father Jay Lawrence Hewitt, has recovered and will be resuming his duties this Thursday 18th December 2025.
​
As Father Jay settles back into the life of the Benefice, he will be focusing on liturgical responsibilities, light pastoral duties, and our Christmas services. He is also beginning to work through a backlog of administrative tasks; we thank you for your patience as he catches up on these matters. We are very grateful for the prayers and support shown during his absence.

​Liturgical Timetable: December 2025

​Week 3 of Advent

• ​Thursday 18 Dec: Thursday of the 3rd week of Advent (Purple) — NO MASS

• ​Friday 19 Dec: Friday of the 3rd week of Advent (Purple) — NO MASS

• ​Saturday 20 Dec: Saturday of the 3rd week of Advent (Purple) — NO MASS

• ​Sunday 21 Dec: Fourth Sunday of Advent (Purple) — SOLEMN MASS 10am @ Christ Church (Father Jay’s first service back)

• ​Monday 22 Dec: Monday of the 4th week of Advent (Purple) — Mass 12noon @ Christ Church

• ​Tuesday 23 Dec: St John of Kanty (White) — Mass 7pm @ St John’s
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The Nativity of the Lord
• ​Wednesday 24 Dec (Christmas Eve): 12noon Mass — CANCELLED

• ​Wednesday 24 Dec: Vigil Mass of Christmas (White) — 6pm @ Christ Church

• ​Wednesday 24 Dec: MIDNIGHT MASS (Gold) — 10pm @ St John’s

• ​Thursday 25 Dec: Christmas Day (White/Gold) — SOLEMN MASS 10am @ Christ Church

​The Octave of Christmas

• ​Friday 26 Dec: St Stephen, First Martyr (Red) — Mass 12noon @ Christ Church (Offered for St Stephen’s House, Oxford)

• ​Saturday 27 Dec: St John, Apostle & Evangelist (White/Gold) — Solemn Mass 12noon @ St John’s (Patronal Feast)

• ​Sunday 28 Dec: The Holy Family (White) — Solemn Mass 10am @ St John’s

• ​Monday 29 Dec: St Thomas à Becket (Red) — Mass 12noon @ Christ Church

• ​Tuesday 30 Dec: Sixth day in the Octave — NO MASS

• ​Wednesday 31 Dec: Seventh day in the Octave — NO MASS
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Thank you for your continued understanding and support. 🙏🏼💙🙏🏼

Safeguarding

"Our parish of Staincliffe: Christ Church 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:
Michelle Cromack [email protected]
or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor:
0113 3530257 or email - [email protected]


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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