Easter Sunday — Sunday 5th April 2026
Catholic Voice
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Message from Father Peter
A Huge Thank You to everyone involved with the wonderful services we have celebrated over Lent and Easter: our friends and deacons, Michael and David, the altar servers and sacristy organisers, the readers and ministers and organizers; the choirs and instrumentalists; the flower people; the welcomers; the collectors; the children’s and sacramental catechists, teachers and parents; not forgetting our extra special children themselves who help the future of our parishes to shine brightly; the refreshment makers and social organisers; our Church Cleaners and those who prepared the Churches; and all those who keep the Parishes, the Churches, the House and grounds running; personal thanks to the people who do support me in my ministry here; and everyone (including those I haven’t mentioned… forgive me!) who comes along throughout the year, every day and every Sunday, to ensure that the light of Christ is burning brightly at St. Joseph’s and St. Peter’s throughout the year. A very Happy Eastertide to you all!
2026 Lenten Challenge
An interim total will be announced this weekend. Continued thanks for all your great support which is enabling to change the lives of so many children. Many blessings, and watch this space for news about how your donations have being used.
Congratulations
Congratulations to Rhys and Liam, Janos and Csanad, Alan and James, and Jacob and Tara who have made this most important step in their journeys of faith this Easter. May God continue to shower many blessings upon them.
Feast of Divine Mercy
Sunday 12th April 2026
Our Lady of the Assumption Church Blackpool, Blackpool. Begins at 2.30pm Blessing and Veneration of Image 3pm: Divine Mercy Chaplet, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament & Confessions.
Pilgrimages
Pilgrimage to Lourdes with the Diocese: leaflets and forms at the back of Church. Pilgrimage to Walsingham 2026: the National Shrine to Our Blessed Lady, will take place 28 September to 1 October 2026. The theme for this year’s pilgrimage is “Mary, cause of our Joy.” The all-inclusive cost is £360.00-£420.00 (dependent on accommodation type). Coach collection/drop off will take place in Workington, Carlisle, Penrith, Lancaster and Preston. For more information and booking details contact the pilgrimage organiser Deacon Charlie Conner on 07711 345 176 or email charlie.conner@lrcd.org.uk
Family Bingo
SP’s Hall
Sat. 18th April 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Proceeds from the evening will go towards the general upkeep of our lovely Saltcotes Chapel.
Social Events
There is a box at the back of church for suggestions for social and fundraising events for our parishes.
All ideas welcome… a meal out? Afternoon tea?
Fr P performing his one-man version of Cats?
Chaplaincy Volunteer Role
Are you interested in offering compassionate spiritual and emotional support to patients and families at Blackpool Hospital?
For details about joining the RC Chaplaincy volunteer team contact:
Ian Baxter (Lead Chaplain)
📧 i.baxter@nhs.net
Thinking of Becoming a Priest?
Day of recollection and discernment for single men aged 16+ considering priesthood:
Saturday 22 November — 10am–4pm
Lancaster Cathedral
Includes Mass, adoration, guided prayer, talks and lunch.
To book:
📧 Heather.Watts@lrcd.org.uk
☎ 01524 841190
No charge.
Parish Email Address
The Diocese has updated email addresses.
Our shared parish email is now:
📧 sjsp.lsa@lrcd.org.uk
Please use this address going forward.
Hospital Notices
Please let us know if you or a family member is admitted to hospital.
Coffee & Bacon Butties
Available in the church hall after the 9:15am Mass.
Come and enjoy a chat!
St Joseph’s Care
Do you know someone in our community who may need extra support, company or a friendly conversation?
Contact St Joseph’s Care:
☎ 07840 112265
You may share this number with anyone who may benefit.
St Joseph’s Facebook Page
Over 300 people now regularly follow our parish Facebook page, helping us reach the wider community and assist those seeking support.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/St-Josephs-Roman-Catholic-Church-Ansdell/230000653837017