Reflection
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate but that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, “Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous?” Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn’t serve the world. There’s nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you.
We are born to make manifest the Glory of God that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.
Could you be a deacon?
Our Synod Pastoral Plan sets out concrete actions to change our ways of working so our Church becomes more inclusive and engaged with those on the margins.
The ministry of deacons will continue to evolve in the service of the presthood. If you feel this may be your calling, please join Archbishop Malcolm and the diaconate team in a meeting for men who are wondering if they are called to serve and what the formation involves. Wives and supporting priests or deacons are also welcome.
It is on Tuesday 22 Feb 7:30-9 (Refreshments from 7) St Gregory’s Parish house, Weldbank Lane, Chorley PR7 3NW
Funeral
The funeral Mass for Mike Hogan will take place here in St James’ on Tuesday 8th February at 11.30am. Please pray for the repose of Mike’s soul and the comfort of his family.
Mass in honour of Our Lady of Lourdes
This will take place at Christ the King Church, Queens Drive, Childwall, L15 6YQ on Tuesday 11th February at 7:30pm
