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St Robert Catholic Church Harrogate
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Saturday 1st July 2023 at 11am
Our new assistant priest, Reverend Paul Moores, who will begin his ministry with us in early September, will be ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Marcus on Saturday 1st July at 11am in St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds. All parishioners are welcome to attend if they wish, or they can view the ordination live online at the link below.
Sunday 9th July 3pm
The popular parish event of a Summer Bake-off returns on Sunday 9th July at 3pm. Parishioners are invited to enter baking of any kind and there will be a special category for children under 12. After judging and prize giving there will be an opportunity to sample the offerings. Suggested donation of £3 on the door and all proceeds go to parish funds. The parish centre will be open from 8.30am for people to bring their baked goods. Do come along for this enjoyable event which also helps bring the parish family together. If you would like to volunteer to help out or have any question, please email Marie Baker at: mbaker0813@gmail.com
Forthcoming events
Sun 18th June: First Holy Communion Session 5, Youth Group 6.30pm St Aelred's Hall
Sun 25th June: 1pm First Holy Communion Mass, Youth Group 6.30pm St Aelred's Hall
Thursday 29th June St Peter & Paul (Holyday of Obligation)
Sat 1st July: 11am Ordination to the Priesthood of the Reverend Paul Moores, Cathedral
Sunday 2nd July: Youth Group 6.30pm St Aelred's Hall
Sun 9th July: 3pm Parish Bake Off , Youth Group 6.30pm St Aelred's Hall
Sun 16th July: 11am Fr Elliott's last Mass and presentation
Mon 24th July - Fri 28th July: C3 Catholic Children for Christ "Taking a Radical Ride on the Wings of Prayer" Vacation Bible School
Now Available
Copies of the St Robert's Parish Photo Directory are now available in the Narthex - suggested donation £3. Please put the donation into the collection at the weekend.
1st and 3rd Monday afternoons 1.30-3pm
Mary’s Angels parent and baby/toddler group
Mum’s and children are valued members of our church family and we would like to invite them to come and join us at St. Roberts Centre, Robert Street, for friendship fun and refreshments. All free! All children from 0-4 years welcome. Dads and grandparents welcome too!
Sessions are on 1st and 3rd Monday afternoons of every month during term time. The next session is Monday 3rd and 17th July.
Any enquiries or desire to help even in a small way please call Katherine 01423 734828.
St Robert’s Young Adults’ Group
The St Robert's Young Adults' Group for twenty or thirty somethings in the Harrogate area parishes meets on alternate Thursday nights in the parish centre. Full details of their programme can be found at the link below.
In celebration of the church’s sesquicentenary
Marking the 150th anniversary of our church this year, our sacristan Paul Parker with help from photographer Ray Thomson, has compiled a history of the stained glass windows of our church. This fascinating and beautiful book is available from the narthex.
Children in School Year 4
The parents meeting and final enrolment took place on 19th April.
The sessions for the children with the catechists will take place after the 9am Mass for five Sundays: 23rd April, 14th and 21st May, 11th and 18th June (practise in Church after the 9am Mass).
The children will receive the Sacrament of their First Holy Communion at 1pm Mass on Sunday 25th June.
Registration is now open for C3 "Taking a Radical Ride on the Wings of Prayer" Vacation Bible School on July 24th-28th. You can register your children ages 6-11 online using the following link: https://forms.gle/6DbhvewPqLwGMhXc8
We are also looking for some young people ages 12-17 to join the team to help before, during, and after the VBS program. Team members would be responsible for helping set up and lead the kids each day in different stations like crafts, snacks, music, games, and faith. It will not only be lots of fun, but very rewarding too! If interested, please email Liz Reifsteck at ereifsteck2@gmail.com
Sunday evening 6.30-8pm
The joint St Aelred's and St Roberts youth group for children who have completed their Confirmation, takes place at St Aelred's church hall. We have some spaces available to welcome new members. If you are interested please get in touch with the office who will pass on your details to Maria Coyle.
Digital Collection Plate
Card payments can be made into parish funds via the digital collection plate situated at the back of church.
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Preparing for the Last Things
Often, it seems today, devout Catholics are not given the funeral they would wish for themselves because the faith does not figure as highly in the lives of those family members who are making the arrangements. Click on the picture for a link to a page designed to help parishioners record their own funeral wishes.
Prayer of St Bernard
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary,
that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession
was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother.
To thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful.
O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions,
but in thy mercy, hear and answer me.
Amen.
PARISH MASS TIMES
Our current Mass times for St Robert's can be seen below. Please check back regularly for any changes. Should Mass times be adjusted, then in the first instance we would recommend that you check the times below and always refer to the parish Newsletter.
St. Robert's Church
St Robert’s Bulletin
Saturday Vigil: 5pm
Sunday: 9.00am | 11.00am
Please check weekday Mass times below on the bulletin as they are subject to change:
Monday: 12 noon
Tuesday: 9am (check bulletin)
Wednesday: 12 noon
Thursday: 9am
Friday: 12 noon (Exposition 11am)
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday 4pm-4.45pm
Also available by appointment with a Priest
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction
Friday 11.00am – 12 noon
VIEW THE PARISH NEWSLETTER
NEED HELP PREPARING FOR A FUNERAL?
No-one can really prepare you for the loss of a loved one. Many, (with good intentions), often respond the only way they know how - 'time will heal you.' The truth is, that when there is a void to fill that is so deep, all others can do is be there for you, and offer what love and help one can. We have prepared some useful resources for you on the link below; in the meantime, if you would like to talk with someone who would understand what you have been through; then we might be able to guide you. Most importantly we would urge you to remain prayerful and keep asking our Lord to help with the hurt and the pain that you may be experiencing..