HOLY WEEK & EASTER AT HOLY CROSS, MARSH FARMPalm Sunday (24th March)Solemn Mass & Blessing of Palm Crosses 4 pmMonday of Holy Week10 am Holy HourTuesday of Holy Week10.00 am Holy HourWednesday of Holy Week10 am Holy Hour12 noon The Bishop of Richborough's Chrism Mass in WalsinghamTHE SACRED TRIDUUMMaundy ThursdaySolemn Mass, Procession & Watch 6 pmGood FridayThe Good Friday Liturgy 1 pmStations of the Cross at Holy Family Church 7 pmHoly SaturdayThe Easter Vigil & First Mass of Easter 6 pmEaster SundaySolemn Mass of the Resurrection 10 am
The Diocese of Durham and Church Army, in a joint venture, are delighted to announce the appointments (subject to references and DBS) of both Steve Grasham (Church Army) and Father Richard Brown SSC as Joint Lead Evangelists to the new Sunderland Centre of Mission. Fr Richard and Steve will head up new mission initiatives in the parishes of St. Luke Pallion, S. Mary Magdalene Millfield, and The Good Shepherd, Bishopwearmouth. They will assist the churches in their reaching out in word and action, sustained and empowered through prayer, to reach children, young people, and adults with the good news of Jesus Christ. Together they will explore new ways of being church that are appropriate for new disciples. Over time they will work with other churches in the deanery and diocese to help them become more confident in evangelism. Please pray for them as they prepare to leave their existing roles and homes, for the people of their current and future parishes and for the new Centre of Mission partnership between the diocese and Church Army. We hope they will be in post by early February 2024.The Bishop of Durham said, 'This is a wonderful development for the parishes, and the church in Sunderland. I am excited that we are partnering with Church Army in this new venture. I am sure that it will bring the joy of the Gospel to many new people.
We are 'His Body, in which He acts and speaks, by which He fills everything with His presence.' Ephesians 1:21Be present to the lives of the people in this place. What is in the place around you and how does it support and serve the people? What is missing? How might God be working in the lives of people in this space you share with them?Our NEW Walk & Pray Group takes place every Thursday after Mass (at 10am). Just turn up. Everyone welcome!
NEW YEAR! NEW YOU! NEW ALPHA!Begin a new adventure #TryAlpha SATURDAY 28th JANUARY 11.45amAlpha is a great place to share your thoughts about the meaning of life and faith. It is a great place to build friendships and have open and honest conversations with a great bunch of friendly people. Why not come and see for yourself. Everyone is invited. Each week we will begin with a scrumptious brunch. What are you waiting for? Come and join us and see where the journey takes you ...If you require any further information, please Fr Richard. (fr.richard.brown@gmail.com)
