MASSES / SERVICES THIS WEEK
Wednesdays, at 6.15pm followed by Exposition & Benediction

CONFESSIONS:  By appointment or Wednesdays 5.45pm to 6.10pm

CHURCH IS OPEN – Thursdays 11am to 1pm for visits to the Blessed Sacrament

READINGS FOR 8 JUNE
1^st Reading: Acts 2:1-11, They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak.
Psalm 104: Send forth your Spirit O Lord, and renew the face of the earth.
2^nd Reading: I Corinthians 12:3-12, In one Spirit we were all baptised into one body.
Gospel Reading: John 20:19-23, As the Father sent me, even so I am sending you.  Receive the Holy Spirit.
Gospel acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia. Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.  Alleluia.
Communion antiphon: They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke of the marvels of God, alleluia.

PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR JUNE
That the world may grow in compassion
Let us pray that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from his Heart, learn to have compassion on the world.

SAINTS & FEASTS DAYS THIS WEEK
9 June – Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
11 June – St Barnabas
12 June – Jesus Christ, Eternal High Priest
13 June – St Anthony of Padua
14 June – Immaculate Heart of Mary

PENTECOST SUNDAY
On 8 June, we celebrate the great feast of Pentecost and the Birthday of the Church.  I pray that the Holy Spirit will renew and bring new life to our Church and bless all we do together.  The Holy Spirit is powerfully present in these first weeks of Pope Leo XIV’s ministry and here in Liverpool.  Let us pray: ‘Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful.’  Archbishop John Sherrington

2^nd COLLECTION NEXT WEEK (14 June):  Day for Life
The Church teaches that life is to be nurtured from conception to natural death. In England and Wales, Day for Life is celebrated on the third Sunday of June each year. This year it falls on 15 June.
The theme is Hope does not Disappoint: Finding meaning in Suffering. It is inspired by Romans 5:5-6. St Paul invites us to see that Christian hope is not just naïve optimism but, rather, an unshakeable trust in the power and presence of God who is with us always. This hope can endure the darkness of human suffering and even see beyond it.
Suffering touches every person at some point in their lives. It is often associated with illness, grief, and loss. It is not only caused by physical pain but includes emotional suffering as well as ‘soul pain’, such as depression and despair.

MESSAGE FROM 3 BISHOPS
‘This year’s Day for Life is an invitation to pray for those who suffer and to remain with them like the Good Samaritan, bearing witness to their unique and unrepeatable value. We see this closeness in the generous and fruitful service of healthcare professionals, whose mission continues even when there is no longer any prospect of physical healing. We see it in another way in families, carers and chaplains who support their brothers and sisters who are sick or frail or struggling with the many burdens of life. As Christians, we affirm them and hold out to them the hope of Jesus Christ who does not disappoint us.’
Most Reverend John Sherrington Archbishop of Liverpool, England and Wales
Most Reverend Kevin Doran Bishop of Elphin and of Achonry, Ireland
Right Reverend John Keenan Bishop of Paisley, Scotland

1^st COMMUNION CHILDREN TODAY
All the children have been preparing, with their families, for this very special day, since September.  It is a blessing and a joy to be able to welcome NURYA, LETTICIA and RICARDO into full Communion with the Church today. 
May the Lord bless them and keep them safe, always.

1^st COMMUNION MASSES: TODAY AND NEXT SUNDAY
Three of our parish children are making their 1^st Communion at 10am Mass today and the remaining four children will celebrate their 1^st Communion next week, on Sunday 15 June. 
Please remember LETTICIA, RICARDO, REBECCA, EMILIA, NADIA, MILO and NURYA in your prayers
It would be lovely if they could be supported by parishioners as they take this important step in their relationship with our loving Lord.  Light refreshments will be served in the hall after each of the Masses, on 8 and 15 June – along with a special 1^st Communion cake – and everyone is most welcome to come along.

PARISH GIVING LAST WEEK
Last week’s offertory: £236.88 Thank you, everyone.

COFFEE MORNING LAST WEEK
It was a wonderful Coffee Morning last week – really lovely to see so many parishioners taking advantage of the opportunity to chat and talk (eat and drink) after Mass.  We hope you enjoyed it!  As a consequence, generous donations came to £134.25 towards the church hall Refurbishment Fund (which now stands at £1,726.17 raised since February 2024).  Thank you all so much for your support.  Next regular Coffee Morning: Sunday 6 July.

TARLETON WALKING DAY 2025: NEXT SATURDAY 14 JUNE
All our churches will be walking together – meeting in Holy Trinity’s school field at 1.30pm, ready for the walk which will start at 2pm.  In the meantime, if you can help by providing sandwiches, cakes or scones for the refreshments, please speak to Emma O’Hare asap.  She’ll be delighted to hear from you!

FAMILY BBQ: SATURDAY 5 JULY at 2pm
Another date for your diary!  Adults: £10 and children: £4.  Join us for a great, fun day for the whole family. Collect a flier from the porch, with more details, or see John O’Hare for tickets.

FORTHCOMING FEAST DAYS
Next Sunday, 15 June marks the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity
Thursday 19 June: Solemnity of The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) – Mass at 10am
Sunday 22 June: Solemnity of The Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi), followed by a short Exposition and a special blessing for everyone.

PRAYERFUL REFLECTION BEFORE MASS
Some of our parishioners who like to pray and have a few moments of quiet reflection before the start of Mass.  And of course, we have every opportunity to have a chat and catch-up after Mass. 
Our monthly coffee mornings provide an ideal occasion for this! 

PRESBYTERY UPDATE
The family should be moving in at the start of July.  Almost all the work has now been completed.  As soon as this is done, we will be able to provide an account of the expenses involved in preparing the house for letting.

OUR CHURCH IS 75 YEARS OLD IN 2027
As announced last week, our 75^th anniversary is Holy Cross day, 2027.  Watch this space…

CHURCH CLEANING / FLOWER ARRANGING
Thank you to those who have already said that they’d be interested in helping out.  Diane would like to start putting rotas together, so please can you let her know your availability.  Church cleaning is only twice a month and flower arranging is every other week.  Please have a word with her after Mass today, or ring on 07876 363779. Thank you.

PRESBYTERY KEYS – RECALL
Please can all keys for the presbytery be returned to Diane asap.  Many thanks.

CHURCH FOODBANK
Please help us to spread the word that emergency food aid will be available from this church for Tarleton residents on THURSDAYS from 2pm to 4pm.  Help is also available to purchase weekly vouchers for the Tarleton Food Pantry.

THE HOLY YEAR JUBILEE BOOKLET / ARCHDIOCESAN DIRECTORIES 2025
We have a number of copies of the booklet which accompanies our Holy Year.  The booklet provides information and prayers for the year, all based on the theme of ‘Pilgrims of Hope’.  Booklets cost £1.50. The 2025 Directories are also available and cost £4 each. There are labelled baskets for your donations.  Thank you.

VOTIVE CANDLES
People have been asking how much they should donate for a votive candle.  Fr John is happy to leave it to your discretion, as all donations will be gratefully received – whenever they are made.

GLUTEN FREE SACRAMENT AVAILABLE
Please indicate to Fr John if you need to receive a gf host when you come to receive communion.

ST IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA: The Loving Generosity of Christ
He is generous to exhaustion and what is most wonderful is that he gives himself thus entirely, not once only but every
day, if we wish it.  Every fresh Communion is a new gift, which Jesus Christ makes of himself.