Liturgy & Worship

This ministry has an important place in the life of the Parish. Altar Servers add to the smooth running and dignity of all our services, reminding us that we are not spectators at Mass but active participants in the celebration of the mysteries of faith. New Servers who have received their First Holy Communion are warmly welcomed and a short course of training is provided.​

Children of the parish are warmly invited to join one of two groups for their own liturgy at the 9:15am Mass on Sundays. The children gather in Church at the beginning of Mass, go out to their liturgy in the Parish Centre, and return at the Offertory. Parents are welcome to join with their youngest children until they are confident to stay by themselves.

The choir leads the singing at the 11:00am Sunday Mass and the main Feasts of the Church's year. They also sing at Requiem Masses and Weddings. The choir is always happy to welcome additional voices and new members.

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The Folk Group plays and sings at the 9:15am Sunday Mass, as well as Baptisms and Weddings. They also have links with the First Holy Communion special liturgy Masses. The Folk Group is a mixed age group which warmly welcomes anyone who would like to play an instrument or sing.

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The Liturgy Group consists of parish groups with a particular role in the liturgy. It advises and assists the clergy in coordinating and developing the liturgical life of the parish, including Sunday Masses and the special seasons of the Church's year.

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Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist help to administer the Host and the Chalice during Mass. They also have a special ministry in taking Holy Communion to the sick and housebound. If you wish to begin or re-start this ministry please speak to a member of the Clergy.

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We pray together at 9:15am each weekday morning before the 9:30am Mass. Copies of the prayer are available in church. All are welcome to join us for this beautiful start to the day.

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The Ministry of Proclaiming the Word is shared amongst those who feel called to read at Mass. There is a rota for each of the Sunday Masses and for special Feasts and Holy Days. If you would like to offer yourself for this ministry please contact the relevant coordinator for your Mass time. 9:15am Mass — Mae Watterson: 01625 428 141 11:00am Mass — Tessa Albanese: 01625 265 982 / 07786 502 452 6:30pm Mass — Sara Caldwell: 07767 654 049 / saracaldwell17@gmail.com​​​

Welcomers and Stewards greet people as they arrive at weekend Masses and some of the busier services in the Liturgical Year. They hand out books and newsletters, show people to seats if needed, answer questions and help with the offertory collection. We have teams on a 2 or 3 weekly rota for each Mass. To be a welcomer you just need a friendly smile and to arrive 15 minutes early for Mass!

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