In A Year MagazineAaron has returned to SS Peter and Paul after spending the year as an intern of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales. His placement consisted of working in the Westminster office of Dr Therese Coffey MP. The Bishops' Conference has produced the "In A Year" magazine which tells of the experiences had by interns on the scheme. You can read the magazine by clicking the button below.
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Aaron was interviewed by BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester about his time working in Parliament as an intern of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales.
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Catholics in Parliament: BBC Radio Interview
Aaron, who lived in the community at SS Peter and Paul, was interviewed last month about his time working in Parliament this year as an intern of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales.
Sri Lanka Attacks (21/04/19)
Message from Archbishop Bernard Longley
“My thoughts and prayers, and those of the Catholic community and all people of goodwill in the Archdiocese of Birmingham, are with the victims of the attacks in the churches and hotels in Sri Lanka today. The fact that it happened during prayer on Easter morning makes it all the worse. But our faith in the Risen Lord tells us that nothing, not evil nor death itself, can overcome the power of the resurrection. I commend all those who have died to the loving mercy of God and those injured or bereaved to the protection of Mary, our Mother, and a witness to the Resurrection.”
Vatican Meeting on the Protection of Minors in the Catholic Church
Cardinal Vincent Nichols has returned from Rome where, as President of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales, he was attending the important four-day Vatican meeting on the Protection of Minors in the Church. In this film he reflects on his experiences and discusses the steps that will be taken.
Abortion Bill (2017-19)
Wolverhampton Deanery Briefing
Aaron, who recently left SS Peter and Paul to work in Parliament, has provided a briefing for the Wolverhampton Deanery on the Abortion Bill (2017-19) which is currently making its way through the House of Commons. This bill, which some have described as one of the most "extreme" yet, presents a very real threat to life.
Aaron has urged all Catholics to write to their local Member of Parliament (MP) against the proposals.
To read Aaron's briefing and see an example letter, click the "Download Abortion Bill Briefing" button below.
Aaron has urged all Catholics to write to their local Member of Parliament (MP) against the proposals.
To read Aaron's briefing and see an example letter, click the "Download Abortion Bill Briefing" button below.
ADOREMUS
NATIONAL EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS - LIVERPOOL 2018
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A message from Bishop Barron to all those attending the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage and Congress in Liverpool in September (7th - 9th) this year. He also asks for those unable to attend to pray that the congress may be fruitful.
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The official video of the Youth Congress which will be attended by the young people of the Parish. This is a nation-wide event which will bring together many young Catholics!
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A message from Katie Prejean who will be joining us on September 8th in 2018.
Prayer for the World Meeting of Families 2018
God our Father,
We are brothers and sisters in Jesus your Son,
One family, in the Spirit of your love.
Bless us with the joy of love.
Make us patient and kind,
Gentle and generous,
Welcoming to those in need.
Help us to live your forgiveness and peace.
Protect all families with your loving care,
Especially those for whom we now pray:
(We pause and remember family members and others by name).
Increase our faith,
Strengthen our hope,
Keep us safe in your love,
Make us always grateful for the gift of life that we share.
This we ask through Christ our Lord,
Amen.
Mary, mother and guide, pray for us.
Saint Joseph, father and protector, pray for us.
Saints Joachim and Anne, pray for us.
Saints Louis and Zélie Martin, pray for us.
We are brothers and sisters in Jesus your Son,
One family, in the Spirit of your love.
Bless us with the joy of love.
Make us patient and kind,
Gentle and generous,
Welcoming to those in need.
Help us to live your forgiveness and peace.
Protect all families with your loving care,
Especially those for whom we now pray:
(We pause and remember family members and others by name).
Increase our faith,
Strengthen our hope,
Keep us safe in your love,
Make us always grateful for the gift of life that we share.
This we ask through Christ our Lord,
Amen.
Mary, mother and guide, pray for us.
Saint Joseph, father and protector, pray for us.
Saints Joachim and Anne, pray for us.
Saints Louis and Zélie Martin, pray for us.
Why Remain Catholic?
Bishop Robert Barron
This video discusses extremely sensitive topics.
"Friends, in light of the recent scandals, I know many people are wondering whether they should remain in the Catholic Church. And I totally get that; the outrage is warranted. But in this time of crisis, I beg you not to flee, but to fight--not violently, with the weapons of the world, but with the weapons of the Spirit. We need you". - Bishop Robert Barron
SS Peter and Paul Patronal Feast Celebrations
Highlights from the Car Boot Sale, the African Choir Concert with Jo Boyce, and the Garden Party.
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Wolverhampton Deanery Youth Sports Day
On Sunday 24th June these fine sports personalities enjoyed the sun and fun at St Edmund's Catholic Academy!
Wolverhampton Chamber Choir Performance at SS Peter & Paul
Saturday 16th June 2018 @ 7:30pm
St Peter & St Paul’s Church
North St, Wolverhampton WV1 1RJ
Music for the Soul
Works for Double Choir including
Frank Martin Mass
Stanford's Magnificat
Director of Music ~ Geoffrey Weaver
Tickets: £10, free for under 18's
Corpus Christi Procession @ SS Peter & PaulParishioners of SS Peter and Paul took part in a procession of the Blessed Sacrament on Sunday 3rd June ending with Benediction and a blessing of the City of Wolverhampton. More images of the procession are to follow.
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GDPR Workshops Across the Archdiocese
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The new data protection law came into force on May 25. To ensure we are compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation, training workshops are taking place. The training sessions are tailored to the needs of the Archdiocese and have lots of practical and relevant examples.
The list below is in alphabetical order, and not date order. You are welcome to attend a session outside of your deanery if that works better for you. Clergy, parish secretaries, gift aid co-ordinators, chairs of finance committees and anyone else in each parish who deals with information about people is encouraged to attend one of the below. Please let as many people as possible know about these sessions and encourage attendance. |
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Banbury - Thursday 24th May 7pm - Immaculate Conception, Bicester
Birmingham Cathedral - Monday 21st May 6.30 pm - St Francis Centre, 101 Hunters Road, Handsworth B19 1EB
Birmingham East - Wednesday 27th June 11am - Olton Friary
Birmingham North - Tuesday 19th June 7pm - Maryvale Institute
Birmingham South - 16th July 7pm - St Rose of Lima, Weoley Castle
Coventry - Tuesday 22nd May 6pm - Parish Centre, Christ the King, Coventry
Dudley - Monday 11th June 7pm - Our Lady and All Saints, Stourbridge
Kidderminster - Thursday 14th June 7pm - St Ambrose, Kidderminster
Lichfield - Tuesday 26th June 6.30pm - St Anne's, Streetly
North Staffs - Monday 25th June 7pm - parish hall at Our Lady & St Werburgh in Clayton
Oxford North - Wednesday 20th June 7pm - Blessed Dominic Barberi, Littlemore
Oxford South - Friday 11th May 10.30am - Sacred Heart, Henley on Thames
Rugby - Tuesday 22 May 6pm - Parish Centre, Christ the King, Coventry
Stafford - Thursday 7th June 7pm - St Austin's parish hall, Stafford
Walsall - Tuesday 10th July 7pm - Saint Peter's, Bloxwich
Warwick - Monday 18th June 7pm - St Peter's, Leamington
Wolverhampton - Monday 4th June 7.30pm - Saints Mary and John, Snow Hill
Worcester - Tuesday 5th June 7pm - St Georges, Worcester
Birmingham Cathedral - Monday 21st May 6.30 pm - St Francis Centre, 101 Hunters Road, Handsworth B19 1EB
Birmingham East - Wednesday 27th June 11am - Olton Friary
Birmingham North - Tuesday 19th June 7pm - Maryvale Institute
Birmingham South - 16th July 7pm - St Rose of Lima, Weoley Castle
Coventry - Tuesday 22nd May 6pm - Parish Centre, Christ the King, Coventry
Dudley - Monday 11th June 7pm - Our Lady and All Saints, Stourbridge
Kidderminster - Thursday 14th June 7pm - St Ambrose, Kidderminster
Lichfield - Tuesday 26th June 6.30pm - St Anne's, Streetly
North Staffs - Monday 25th June 7pm - parish hall at Our Lady & St Werburgh in Clayton
Oxford North - Wednesday 20th June 7pm - Blessed Dominic Barberi, Littlemore
Oxford South - Friday 11th May 10.30am - Sacred Heart, Henley on Thames
Rugby - Tuesday 22 May 6pm - Parish Centre, Christ the King, Coventry
Stafford - Thursday 7th June 7pm - St Austin's parish hall, Stafford
Walsall - Tuesday 10th July 7pm - Saint Peter's, Bloxwich
Warwick - Monday 18th June 7pm - St Peter's, Leamington
Wolverhampton - Monday 4th June 7.30pm - Saints Mary and John, Snow Hill
Worcester - Tuesday 5th June 7pm - St Georges, Worcester
CATHOLIC SOCIETY BREAKS FOR THE SUMMER
On Tuesday the 21st April, the CathSoc Committee (2017-2018) hosted their final night of the academic year. Fr. Mark gave a small gift the outgoing President, Matthew, on behalf of the group. In his final address as President, Matthew thanked everyone for supporting the Society throughout the year. The Catholic Society will start again in October 2018, open to both university students and all young adults of the parish above the age of 18.
Parish Trip to Caversham
Parishioners went to support Mgr. Patrick Daly at his induction.
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PEC Crib Festival ConcertThe West Midland Concert Band will be at the PEC Crib Festival on Saturday 2nd of December at 7:30pm in St. Bartholomew's Anglican Church (Church Hill, W'ton, WV4 5JD).
Tickets to see the band will cost adults £5 with children able to enter for free. The concert is in aid of the "Good Shepherd Ministry" and "The Haven". |
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Romero: Heartbeat of El Salvador
Free Admission (Suitable for Ages 11+)
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Date: Wednesday 29th November @ 7:30pm (Doors Open - 7:00pm)
Venue: St Edmund's Catholic Academy, Compton Park, Compton Road West, Wolverhampton, WV3 9DU
Venue: St Edmund's Catholic Academy, Compton Park, Compton Road West, Wolverhampton, WV3 9DU
Christmas Fayre @ St. Michael's
18 November at 14:00–17:00
Come along to indulge and enjoy in over a dozen stalls ranging from Chocolate, Tombola, to Wreaths and Swags, to Win a Toy, to an Ethnic food stall, plus Christmas stall, guess the weight of the cake and the ubiquitous raffle (for charity).
We have refreshments to keep you going, with tea/coffee and a slice of cake for just £1. Bring the whole family to get yourselves ready for a wonderful Christmas time. Proceeds will help support church repairs/updates.
We have refreshments to keep you going, with tea/coffee and a slice of cake for just £1. Bring the whole family to get yourselves ready for a wonderful Christmas time. Proceeds will help support church repairs/updates.
Deanery Life Event
21st October 2017
What was the Day for Life?
This Day for Life event 21st of October intended to commemorate the 50th anniversary year of the passing of the Abortion Act (1967) and act as a period of acknowledgement for the countless lives that have been saved as a result of the Pro-Life movement across the world, especially here in the West Midlands. Whilst the event commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Abortion Act, it also served to remember all those who have been through baby loss or suffered a miscarriage. Furthermore, It was a time of thanksgiving for the life that God has given each and every single one of us! You can see more about the day by clicking the button below.
Life UK
Life UK [Wolverhampton] supported us at this event and provided the talks. This is a little about them from their national website.
"Life is unique in the UK. We combine pro-life advocacy and education work with nationwide services providing positive alternatives to abortion. We support anyone facing an unexpected pregnancy, pregnancy loss or after abortion. We also strive to inspire and inform the next generation to value all human life from beginning to end.
We do this through Life Matters® covering our education, media, PR and campaigns and through Pregnancy Matters™ spanning our emotional and practical support services." [Life UK 2017]
Life UK National helpline: 0808 802 5433
"Life is unique in the UK. We combine pro-life advocacy and education work with nationwide services providing positive alternatives to abortion. We support anyone facing an unexpected pregnancy, pregnancy loss or after abortion. We also strive to inspire and inform the next generation to value all human life from beginning to end.
We do this through Life Matters® covering our education, media, PR and campaigns and through Pregnancy Matters™ spanning our emotional and practical support services." [Life UK 2017]
Life UK National helpline: 0808 802 5433
Mass on the Mount
September 30th 2017
Congratulations to all those who climbed to the summit of Mount Snowdon on September 30th in aid of the Andrew Robinson Young People's Trust!
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To find out more about the work of this charity and the Mass on the Mount, please watch the video from the year 2015 below.
