St. Michael's Parish 
Day of Prayer and Reflection for Gaza on Sunday 24th August 2025
We all seem to be helpless in front of the dreadful suffering of the people of Gaza, however we never give up on prayer for peace and that aid will reach them.
In addressing the young people gathered for the Jubilee of Youth in Rome and encouraging them in their desire to transform our world for the good, Pope Leo said ‘We are with the young people of Gaza, we are with the young people of Ukraine, with those of every land bloodied by war. My young brothers and sisters, you are the sign that a different world is possible: a world of fraternity and friendship, where conflicts are not resolved with weapons but with dialogue.’
Late Janina & Josef Zielonka
Last weekend, we were all deeply saddened to hear that both Fr. Rafal’s mother and father died within hours of one another in Poland. At this time of heartbreak, we pray God’s strength for Fr. Rafal, his brothers and sister and their families. The Funeral Mass took place in Olszanka, south western Poland on Thursday last. Fr. Rafal has been in touch to let you know that both himself and his family profoundly appreciate your prayers. It means a lot to them as a family of faith.
May both Janina & Josef now rest in the peace of the Lord and may God comfort and strengthen Fr. Rafal and his family.
Padre Pio Annual Healing Mass:
The annual Padre Pio healing Mass, with anointing of the sick, to commemorate his ordination to the priesthood, will take place in the Church of the Holy Spirit, Dennehy’s Cross, on Sunday, August 10th at 3pm. Confessions will be heard from 1.30pm. The Rosary will be prayed at 2.30pm. Special blessings by priests available after Mass with Padre Pio relics including a mitten and heart bandage. All are welcome.
Friday 15th August – Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Mass @ 9.30am
Catholic Papers – available in the church weekly. Thank you for your support particularly throughout the summer months when our routines can change somewhat.
Fr. Michael
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