WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
18th MAY 2025: FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER (YEAR C)
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MASSES THIS WEEK:
Saturday 17th May (5th Sunday of Easter – Vigil): 6.30pm (Intention: Dennis & Annette Marshall – WA)
Sunday 18th May (Fifth Sunday of Easter): 9.30am (Intention: The People of the Parish); 11.00am (Intention: David Hall – LD)
Tuesday 20th May (Easter Feria): 7.00pm
Wednesday 21st May (Easter Feria): 9.30am (Intention: November Dead List)
Thursday 22nd May (Easter Feria): 9.30am (Intention: Fr Peter Ryan – YB)
Friday 23rd May (Easter Feria): 9.30am (Intention: F V Bonnici – YB)
Saturday 24th May (6th Sunday of Easter – Vigil): 6.30pm (Intention: November Dead List)
Sunday 25th May (Sixth Sunday of Easter): 9.30am (Intention: Keith Lumb – B); 11.00am (Intention: The People of the Parish)
CONFESSIONS: Saturday 6.00pm-6.20pm; Tuesday 6.30pm-6.50pm.
REST IN PEACE:
Please pray for the family and the repose of the souls of:
Mrs Maureen Brown (her Requiem Mass will be at St Joseph’s on Friday 30th May at 11.30am);
Mrs Audrey Smith (her funeral service will be at St Joseph’s on Monday 2nd June at 10.30am);
Mr Michael Leatham (his Requiem Mass will be at St Joseph’s on Friday 27th June at 1.30pm);
Mr Martin Finlay, who died very suddenly this week (his funeral details will be announced in due course).
BAPTISM: Prayers and congratulations to Axel James Andrew Stoddart, who was baptised yesterday (Saturday) and to his proud family!
ONLINE SCRIPTURE GROUP: meets on Tuesday evenings. For info: pudseystjoseph@gmail.com
OFFERTORY RECEIVED LAST SUNDAY:
Loose plate: £334.27; envelopes: £281.00; bank transfers: £171.00; Total: £786.27. Sincere thanks for your generosity!
Ukraine appeal: £25.00. You can continue to give to CAFOD’s humanitarian aid for Ukraine by putting your offering in an envelope marked ‘Ukraine’.
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AFRICAN MASS: Sunday 18th May at 1:00pm at St Columba’s, Tong Street, Bradford BD4 9PY, followed by Agape lunch in the school hall. All are welcome!
PARISH DAY PILGRIMAGE:
Tickets are now on sale for our day pilgrimage to the shrines of Our Lady of Mount Grace (Osmotherley) and Blessed Nicholas Postgate (Egton Bridge) on Bank Holiday Monday (26th May).
The coach will leave St Joseph’s at 10.00am and arrive in Osmotherley at about 11.30am. We’ll walk up to the shrine of Our Lady of Mt Grace (3/4 mile) – though Fr Peter will try to shuttle anyone who can’t walk in his car. Mass will be in the shrine at 12noon, followed by a picnic (bring your own!). There are toilets at the shrine. We’ll aim to leave Osmotherley at about 2.30pm to go on to St Hedda’s church, Egton Bridge (shrine of Blessed Nicholas Postage), and then on to Whitby where the coach will drop everyone off to wander and feed, and to leave at about 7.00pm, arriving back in Pudsey by 9.00pm.
Tickets are available from Fr Peter – Adults £10, Children £5.
PENTECOST PRAISE: Pudsey Churches Together invite all local church communities to a joint service for the Feast of Pentecost on Sunday 8th June at 6.30pm in Pudsey Parish Church. Refreshments available.
PUDSEY COMMUNITY PROJECT are appealing for food and toiletries for people in need in our area. We can collect donations here at St Joseph’s – so please leave any in the church porch and we will transfer them each week. For more info: www.pudseycommunity.org.uk
LITURGY FOR NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER FOR SURVIVORS OF ABUSE 2025: This year’s Day of Prayer for Survivors of Abuse in the Dioceses of England and Wales is Tuesday 20th May. There will be a special Liturgical Service in Leeds Cathedral on Tuesday 20 May at 2:00pm.
LAUDATO SI’ MINI-PILGRIMAGE: Saturday 31st May. After 12noon Mass at Leeds Cathedral, walk to Kirkstall Abbey. Bring a packed lunch. It is necessary to sign up for the planning – email communications@dioceseofleeds.org.uk
THE BRIERY RETREAT CENTRE, ILKLEY:
Briery Weekly Online Meditations: The Briery hosts a weekly hour of meditation/reflection focusing on the following Sunday’s readings, providing an opportunity for shared reflection in small groups, on Thursdays – reflection begins at 7.30pm, doors open from 7.15pm for a welcome/chat. All are welcome to attend. Register for zoom link by emailing: admin@briery.co.uk
SPIRITUALITY OF CREATION’ RETREAT WEEKEND: 23rd – 25th May. Led by Margaret Siberry and the Begin with the Heart team, this retreat aims to deepen our understanding of the spirituality of creation, from early scriptures, through the wisdom of the mystics to the spiritual writers and teachers of today. £215pp fully inclusive (£85 non-residential).
‘FINDING GOD IN ALL THINGS’ PRAYING WITH IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA: 12th June at The Briery, Ilkley. A day to explore Ignatian Spirituality through scripture, prayer and reflection, led by experiences Ignatian prayer guides and spiritual directors. £35pp to include all resources, refreshments and a 2-course home-cooked lunch.
Briery Retreat Centre, 38 Victoria Avenue, Ilkley LS29 9BW
For bookings & further information, please email briery@btconnect.com or tel. 01943 607287. www.briery.org.uk
FAITH FORMATION OFFICER: The Vicariate for Education for the Diocese of Leeds are recruiting a Faith Formation Officer to promote and support ongoing faith formation and the work of catechists around the diocese. The role is part time and will include some evening and weekend working. For an application pack email Emma Nicholson education.admin@dioceseofleeds.org.uk For an informal conversation call Jessica Wilkinson on 0113 261 8063.
DIOCESE OF LEEDS MUSIC VACANCY: We are seeking to appoint an exceptional leader of children’s voices to work as a Choral Director in our Schools Singing Programme, including leading Bradford Catholic Girls Choir Choral Director. For more information, please request an application pack from recruitment@dioceseofleedsmusic.org.uk. Closing Date: Monday 2nd June 2025, 5.00 pm.
ARE YOU A CATHOLIC TEACHER OR LEADER WORKING OUTSIDE THE CATHOLIC SECTOR? Would you consider applying for a job in one of our diocesan schools? Diocesan Director of Education Kieron Flood will be hosting an on-line briefing for all those who are interested on Wednesday 21st May 6-7pm. To book your place, please email Emma: education.admin@dioceseofleeds.org.uk
HOW TO READ THE GOSPELS SHORT COURSE: “In the sacred books the Father who is in heaven comes lovingly to meet his children, and talks with them” (Dei Verbum – Vatican II). The Gospels are God’s Gift to us; teaching, inspiring and challenging us. But, apart from hearing them at Mass, do we ever read them? Led by Fr Mark Jarmuz, we will explore the Gospels discovering what we can learn to help us pray. SS John Fisher & Thomas More Parish Hall, Bradford Road, Burley-in-Wharfedale LS29 7PX. Wednesdays 7-8:30pm, 4, 11, 18, 25 June. To book email: mark.jarmuz@dioceseofleeds.org.uk
WEBELIEVE FESTIVAL OF CATHOLIC LIFE: 25th-28th July 2025, celebrating the Jubilee Year of Hope, with parishes and families in mind. Four days of music, keynotes, conversation & worship, in the beautiful surroundings of St Mary’s College, Oscott. Featuring Dr Gianna Emanuela Molla (daughter of St Gianna Molla), Fr Paul Murray, Mgr Michael Nazir-Ali, AnMari, Fr Toby Lees & many more. Early Bird Tickets available now at www.webelievefestival.com
PRO-LIFE PILGRIMAGE TO CARFIN GROTTO, SCOTLAND: Pilgrimage to Carfin Grotto on Friday 30th – Saturday 31st May 2025. Leaving Friday morning and returning Saturday evening. Limited spaces. Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and transport, approx. £100 per person sharing a room or £150 for a single room. Lunch not included. Please contact Kate on 07505 76 74 15 for further details.
125TH JUBILEE ST BEDE’S GRAMMAR SCHOOL, BRADFORD: To celebrate the jubilee of the school opening, join us for our Symposium Day, Saturday 7 June. 9:30am – 4pm. Talks, school tours, lunch in the Memorial Library and a chance to reconnect with old friends. Concludes with Mass at 3:00pm. Former students, staff and friends of St Bede’s all welcome. To reserve a place, contact jubilee@sbsj.co.uk or Mary Hymas 01274 941941. (Highgate, Heaton, BD9 4BQ).
PRIESTLY VOCATIONS MEETING: Following on from the Bishop’s Pastoral letter last weekend, this is a reminder that any man who is even remotely thinking about a vocation to the priesthood is invited to meet with Bishop Marcus and members of the Vocations Promotion Team. Hinsley Hall, Pentecost Sunday 8th June at 2pm, lasting about an hour, including prayers/talks/Q&A. Under 18s must be accompanied by parent/guardian. Any initial questions to Fr Simon Lodge (simon.lodge@dioceseofleeds.org.uk or tel. 01247 872984.
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT SEMINAR: Join us for a 5-evening online journey designed to help you open your heart to the transforming power of the Holy Spirit. Rooted in the Catholic Charismatic Renewal, the Life in the Spirit Seminar offers a unique opportunity to experience a fuller release of the Holy Spirit in your life. 3-7 June 8pm-9.30pm each day: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/life-in-the-spirit-seminar-registration-1321665600389