Reflection
It is said that while there is life there is hope. This has an even deeper meaning in reverse: While there is hope there is life. Hope is strength. It inspires the will to live. It is the doctor’s most powerful ally. It is a shield against defeat and failure. It revives ideals and renews dreams. As long as there is hope, no situation is impossible. Advent summons us to wait in joyful hope for the coming of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. In the final analysis, he is our hope.
A Family Christmas Concert
By Liverpool Brass Band, featuring St Anne’s (Stanley) Junior Mixed and Infant School Choir, and Rainhill Hi Notes Community Choir, at St Francis de Sales, 7.00-9.00pm, Friday 8th December 2023. Entry £5.00. (Concessions: £4.00; Children under 16 years free). All welcome.
Families of Parishes
Do you want to know about Families of Parishes? Did you miss the roadshows that took place recently? Join a Zoom meeting led by Fr Philip Inch and Fr Matthew Nunes at 7.00pm on Wednesday 6th December.
Meet Our Salesian Brothers
This year our Salesian Community in Bootle was very pleased to welcome two Salesian Brothers. David Marić and Solomon Tivlumun became a part of our community in September and will be with us for a year. We have asked them to tell us a little bit about themselves and their Salesian journey so far.
Funeral
The Funeral Service for Tony Winsor will take place here in St James’ on Friday 8th December at 12 noon.
Please remember Tony and his family in your prayers.