Reflection
As Christmas approaches, people’s hopes soar. However the substance of these hopes is often dictated by commercial interests. Little wonder, then, that when the sun goes down on Christmas Day, many feel disappointed. Those who pin their hopes on what the merchants promise will always be disappointed. Not because they promise too little but too much—of the wrong thing. What our hearts long for is a taste of what the angels announced to the shepherds: ‘Behold, I bring news of great joy; today a saviour has been born to you.’ This joy is the real hope of Christmas. Let us open our hearts to receive it.
Christmas Mass Times
Saturday, 24th December 2022
7:30pm - First Mass of Christmas
Sunday, 25th December 2022
10:30am - Christmas day Mass
Friday, 30th December 2022
10:00am - Mass of The Holy Family
Saturday, 31st December 2022
6:30pm - Vigil of Mary the Mother of God
Sunday, 1st January 2023
10:30am - Mary the Mother of God
Tuesday, 3rd January 2023
10:00am - The Most Holy Name of Jesus
Friday, 6th January 2023
10:00am and 7pm - Mass of the Epiphany
The rest of the Masses at normal times. At the back of the church there is also a small leaflet which gives the above Mass times. Feel free to take a leaflet home for your information.
Confession for Christmas
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available on Wednesday 21st December between 11.30am and 12.30pm. The Sacrament is, of course, available any time on request.
CAFOD Christmas Fun Run
As usual this will take place on 27th December at Wavertree Athletics Stadium, Wellington Road, Liverpool, L15 4LE. Registration is at 10am for 11am start. Click the link below for more information.
Churches together Carols
Churches Together in Bootle are Carol Singing in ASDA on Monday 19th December between 6pm and 7pm. If anyone would like to join us, we would be delighted to see you.