St Teresa of the Child Jesus
Catholic Church
Princes Risborough
NOTICES
CHANGES TO MASS TIMES
Mass on Friday 4th April
will be at the later time of 12.00pm,
followed by Stations of the Cross and Lenten Soup Lunch
STATIONS OF CROSS
Stations of the cross will follow on from Mass
12.00pm on Fridays during Lent
LENT SOUP LUNCHES
The CAFOD Group will again be hosting soup lunches
and fellowship in the Club Room on each Friday of Lent. The lunches will follow Mass and Stations of the Cross, which on the Fridays of Lent will be held at 12 noon. All are welcome.
ST TERESA’S MISSION TEAM MEETING
Please join our next Mission Meeting on Monday 7th April, in the clubroom as we discuss exciting upcoming events, share ideas and explore ways to lend support. Whether you’re already involved or looking for a new opportunity to make a difference, everyone is welcome!
FAIRTRADE WEEKEND STALL
On the Weekend of 5th/6th April we will have a Fairtrade stall, please stock up on your Fairtrade tea and coffee plus there will be lots of Easter treats and Easter eggs for sale
WE BELIEVE FESTIVAL
Celebrate the Jubilee at WeBelieve, a festival of Catholic Life gathering the Church to share the hope that we have in Christ. From 25th-28th July, join us for four days of music,
keynotes, conversation & worship at St Mary’s College, Oscott, Birmingham. Featuring Dr Gianna Emanuela Molla (daughter of St Gianna Molla), Fr Paul Murray, Msgr Michael Nazir-Ali, AnMari, Fr Toby Lees & many more. Early Bird Tickets available now at www.webelievefestival.com
Housebound
If you are aware of anyone who is sick or housebound, please let Father Lijo know so that a visit can be arranged and for them to receive Holy Communion, if requested.
Please e-mail (parish.stteresapr@northamptondiocese.org) or leave a message at the Presbytery.
Donation Giving Methods
St. Teresa’s now has a website for online donations. Please Click on the 'Donate' button at the top of this screen.
You can now also make donations at church using a card payment terminal in the narthex.
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UPCOMING DATES
HOLY WEEK
PALM SUNDAY
13th April, Mass 6.30pm Sat & 9.30am Sunday
RECONCILIATION SERVICE
Mon 14th April, 7.00pm
MAUNDY THURSDAY
17th April – Mass 7.00pm
GOOD FRIDAY
18th April, Service 3.00pm
HOLY SATURDAY
19th April, Vigil Mass, 7.00pm
EASTER SUNDAY The Resurrection of
the Lord, Mass
20th April at 8.30am & 10.00am
CHRISM MASS AT CATHEDRAL
The Chrism Mass this year will take place on Wednesday 16th April at 12.00pm. at the Cathedral in Northampton. (Primrose Hill, Northampton NN2 6AG) All parishioners are warmly invited to attend this joyful diocesan celebration.
Bishop David will bless the Oils of Chrism.
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO WALSINGHAM
This year, our diocesan pilgrimage to Walsingham takes place on Saturday 14 June. The pilgrimage will begin with Mass at the Basilica in the Catholic Shrine at midday, followed by lunch, and at 3.00pm, pilgrims process from the Shrine on the holy mile to the Abbey Grounds for the final service. Parish groups are welcome to attend and are encouraged to bring parish banners with them for the procession. All are welcome.
CAFOD JUBILEE YEAR RETREAT
In this Year of Jubilee, Pope Francis calls on us to be tangible signs of hope to others. We have a wonderful opportunity to take some time out of our busy lives and spend it with God. We are blessed to have Fr John Udris lead this retreat so do come along and bring friends and family too.
Date – Saturday 5 April 2025
Venue – St Anne’s Church Hall, Aylesbury Rd,
Wendover, HP22 6JG
Time – 10am coffee/tea (for a 10:30 start) – 1pm
(9:30 optional mass) Please bring a packed lunch.
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