08.03.2026 Newsletter
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Submit items for the bulletin to the Presbytery or email maria.oldroyd@icloud.com
(by Thursday afternoon)
St. Joseph’s Dinnington. Parish Priest: Fr Andy. Tel: 01909 562664
Alternative contacts are:
Monica Carroll (07813 920844) or Anne Marie Carroll (07841 038633)
Weekend Masses:
9.30am Sunday at St. Joseph’s;
6pm Saturday at Blessed William Richardson, Kiveton (for Sunday)
Penitential Service 5pm the first Saturday of the month at St. Joseph’s
Children’s Liturgy first Sunday of the month.
Email: andyjgraydon@gmail.com. Website: www.stjosephsdinnington.com
WEEK BEGINNING SUNDAY 8th March 2026
The Third Sunday of Lent
(Year A. Purple)
SATURDAY (7th March)
6pm Mass at Blessed William Richardson, Kiveton. (For Sunday)
Celebant F. Darren Reid
Readings for the day:
Micah 7:14-15, 18-20; Ps 103(102):1-2. 3-4. 9-10. 11-12; Luke 15:1-3, 11-32
(Saints Perpetua and Felicity, Martyrs)
SUNDAY:
9.30am Mass in St. Joseph’s with Fr Andrew Bowne
(With Children’s Liturgy)
Exodus 17:3-7; Ps 95(94):1-2. 6-7b. 7c-9;
Romans 5:1-2, 5-8; John 4:5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42
MONDAY:
No Mass today.
2 Kings 5:1-15a; Ps 42(41):2. 3.; Psalm 43(42): 3. 4; Luke 4:24-30
(Saint Frances of Rome, Religious)
TUESDAY:
No Mass today.
11am Funeral Service for Pamela Mary Smith in St.Joseph’s.
11.30am Hour of quiet prayer at Kiveton. All welcome.
Daniel 3:25, 34-43; Ps 25(24):4-5b. 6-7. 8-9; Matthew 18:21-35
WEDNESDAY:
No Mass today.
12.30pm Coffee afternoon in the parish rooms. All welcome.
Deuteronomy 4:1, 5-9; Ps 147: 12-13. 15-16. 19-20; Matthew 5:17-19
THURSDAY
No early Mass this morning.
2pm Rosary for Peace in the parish Rooms. All welcome.
Jeremiah 7:23-28; Ps 95(94):1-2. 6-7b. 7c-9; Luke 11:14-2
FRIDAY
No Mass today.
Hosea 14:1-9; Ps 81(80): 6c-8a. 8b-9. 10-11b. 14, 17; Mark 12:28b-34
SATURDAY:
6pm Service of The Word with Communion at Blessed William Richardson Church, Kiveton.
Readings for the day:
Hosea 6:1-6; Ps 51(50):3-4. 18-19. 20-21b; Luke 18:9-14
Next Sunday: 4th Sunday of Lent. Laetare Sunday. (Year A. Rose).
9.30am Mass at St Joseph’s with Fr. Geoff Bottoms.
1 Samuel 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a; Ps 23(22):1-3a. 3b-4. 5. 6;
Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9:1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38
PARISH PRAYER FOR THE WEEK: We pray for women around the world, especially those experiencing injustice or oppression. May God’s Spirit strengthen us to work for a better world, where all people can flourish and fulfil their potential. LHU…
(CAFOD weekly prayers of intercession)
THE POPE’S INTENTION FOR MARCH: For disarmament and peace
Let us pray that nations move toward effective disarmament, particularly nuclear disarmament, and that world leaders choose the path of dialogue and diplomacy instead of violence.
LIVE SIMPLY MARCH:
Lent is a time of fasting, reflection and re-centering our lives on God. Consider a Carbon Fast this year. A Carbon Fast draws us closer to God by caring for his creation whilst making a tangible difference to our precious Earth. For more details see the Live Simply leaflet in church or follow the link https://climatestewards.org/resources/carbon-fast-for-lent
NOTICES:
We welcome Fr Darren Reid and Fr Andrew Browne to celebrate our Masses this weekend.
RIP PAMELA MARY SMITH:
Pamela brought up her family in St Joseph’s Parish and has died aged 94. Pamela attended her son, Michael’s funeral at St Joseph’s in January. Pamela’s Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday 10th March at 11am. We hold her family in our prayers.
RETIRING COLLECTIONS:
There will be collections the weekend of 14/15 March for ‘Life’ which has been offering practical help and support for well over half a century. And for many of those years we, the people of our Diocese, have given generously to support the work of Life and we are asked to do so again this year. The need has not diminished. If anything, it has increased. In the context of the more liberal availability of abortion, Life continues to focus on practical support for women - ranging from counselling, to housing, and life-skills training. Life helps to offer positive alternatives to abortion; solutions to difficult problems when so many people do not seem to know that they are possible and available.
Life also helps those who have experienced the loss of a baby in any circumstances to cope with their loss. The Life way is always a compassionate way, grounded on the value of the unborn child and in solidarity with the pregnant woman.
Life’s contact details are: lifecharity.org.uk Tel: 0808 802 5433
COFFEE AFTERNOON:
Come along for a chat and a cup of coffee in the parish rooms on Wenesday 11th March at 12.30pm. All welcome.
MASS AT ST. JOSEPH’S SCHOOL:
On Thursday 19th March (Feast of Saint Joseph) we will be holding a whole school mass at 10:30am. Afterwards, we would like to invite parishioners to stay and enjoy pastries, cakes and drinks from our ‘Saint Joseph’s’ table where our GIFT team will be happy to serve you.
It would be lovely to invite as many people as possible to share this special day together as a parish and school community.
Thank you, Zoe Holt
LENTEN MASSES AT ST BERNARD’S:
Each Wednesday during Lent there will be 8am Mass at St Bernard’s Catholic School Herringthorpe Valley Road. It is always lovely to see so many children from our primary schools there, we have wide and vibrant faith community, please do come along and join us.
CAFOD: Donations made online from Ash Wednesday morning to be doubled.
Donate online at cafod.org.uk today and your donation to CAFOD will be doubled (throughout Lent) so your gift can have double the impact – helping more families like Rejoice’s in South Sudan and in other countries grow enough to eat. A group of generous CAFOD supporters are matching donations. Take an envelope and click on the QR code to donate on CAFOD’s website before you go home today or when you get home.
LENTEN GROUPS:
Dinnington: Mondays - the theme is Prayer
All groups meet at 6.30 for refreshments and the session begins at 7pm
23rd Feb at St Leonard’s
2nd March at St Joseph’s
9th March at The Bridge
16th March at Salvation Army
23rd March at Methodist church
Kiveton: at 7pm in the following venues:
25th February at BWR, Kiveton: “Repent and Believe - Turning Our Hearts Back to God“
4th March at Wales Methodist Chapel: “Seek First the Kingdom - Reordering Our Priorities“
12th March at St. John’s Church, Wales: “Take Up Your Cross - Costly Discipleship“
18th March at All Hallows, Harthill: “Mercy, Not Judgment -Receiving and Extending Grace“
25th March at St Peter’s, Thorpe Salvin: “The Servant King - Humility and Service“
LENTEN TALKS: Characters in the Hebrew Bible:
From February 24th to March 24th Fr John Ryan will explore Samuel, Saul, David, Solomon, Elijah and Elisha. All are welcome to come and gain insights into these towering biblical figures.
Venue: Blessed Trinity, Wickersley on Tuesdays at 6.30pm
LENTEN DAY OF RECOLLECTION:
Everything is connected – how do we care for our common home?
At St Vincent’s Church, 40 Pickmere Road, Crookes, Sheffield, S10 1GY
Saturday 21 March, 11:00am-3:00pm. Tea/ coffee from 10:30am
Speakers:
Bishop John Arnold, Bishop of Salford, spokesperson for the Bishops Conference on the Environment, and President of Pax Christi.
Dr. Maria Exall, Honorary Fellow at the Centre for Catholic Social Thought and Practice in the Department of Theology and Religion at Durham University.
The event is free. Please bring your own packed lunch. Tea and coffee provided. Please book your place:
HALLAM LOURDES PILGRIMAGE:
Bookings are now being taken for the Hallam Pilgrimage to Lourdes, 26th June to 2nd July. The cost is £1010, to include flights from Leeds Bradford to Lourdes, 6 nightsaccommodation, full board and insurance. There will be a full religious programme led by Bishop Ralph. The theme this year is 'Hail, full of grace'. For bookings see www.tangney-tours.com/hallam, or call 01732 886666. Paper booking forms will be available in parishes within the next two weeks . For further information call 01302 247910 or 07724 650066or email lourdesoffice@hallam-diocese.com.
WALSINGHAM APPEAL:
The Community of Our Lady of Walsingham seeks help to purchase a property to accommodate their growing community and further their mission for the re-evangelization of England. Any amount, large or small, is greatly appreciated and the community assure you of their prayers. More information, as well as the option to donate online, can be found at: www.maryshouseappeal.org E. office@walsinghamcommunity.org T: 01362 692574
CATHOLIC FAMILY RETREAT:Castlerigg Manor // March 27-29th // £160-230 per family:
For the first time since Covid, Castlerigg Manor are bringing back their popular family retreats. There will be streams for different ages and fun activities for everybody including Mass in the evening and time to explore Keswick. For more info >> castleriggmanor.com >> events
MAY HALF TERM B&B STAYS AT CASTLERIGG MANOR:
In May half-term, Castlerigg Manor (Catholic retreat centre in Keswick, Cumbria) will once again be opening their doors for B&B stays. A great way for families, groups of friends, and individuals to get an affordable stay in Keswick. Mass will be provided on site. For more info >> castleriggmanor.com >> stay with us
THE HALLAM BRIDGE:
Please see the latest issue of the Hallam Bridge on our parish website. You can also subscribe to receive Hallam Bridge to your own in box using this link https://hallam-diocese.com/bridge/ and you will receive it as soon as it is released.
MARRIAGE PREPARATION RESIDENTIAL WEEKEND COURSE, 13 - 15 MARCH 2026:
The CHC’s weekend marriage prep course is intended for couples who wish to engage more deeply with the Catholic vision for marriage. Structured around the elements of the marriage rite, couples will reflect deeply on foundational Scriptural texts to gain a deeper understanding of both the natural and Sacramental aspects of Matrimony. The weekend is framed by prayer, time for reflection personally and as a couple, group discussion and a social.
VACANCIES:
St. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School
Lidgett Lane
Dinnington
Sheffield
S25 2QD
Tel: 01909 550123
Role: SENDCo
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: September 26
Salary: MPS plus TLR 2a
Reporting to: Headteacher
Closing Date: Tuesday 14 April 2026 at 9am
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 20 April 2026
How to Apply:
Please visit https://stfcmat.com/vacancies/ to obtain the SENDCo Recruitment Pack.
Please complete all relevant documentation by the closing date of Tuesday 14 April 2026 at 9am and send to
CARITAS COUNSELLING SERVICES: Helping to reconnect, communicate and grow
together.
In addition to school based counselling and 1-1 community based counselling CARITAS Counselling Sevices are now also offering relationship/couples counselling and Family Therapy (stil at £25 per session). If you think this could be for you please telephone 0114 2566407/8 for more information.
DIGITAL GIVING:
Hopefully you have seen the credit card reader which has recently been installed at the back of St Joseph’s church. Sadly there was a small deficit last year in our parish funds and therefore it needs to be as easy as possible for parishioners to contribute to our parish.
There are now two new ways of cashless giving
1. It’s very easy to use the card reader at the back of church, clear instructions are
with the machine,
OR
2. You can use the QR code in church and on the website, just scan the code and
follow the simple instructions
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK: George Blow and his grandma; Victoria Broughton; Christopher Browne; Jim Chandler; Sam Cleasby; Betty Delaney; Barbara Dexter; Pat Duffin; Kitty Finnerty; Maggie Fletcher; Gillian Gee; Robert Hume; Sophie Hughes; Jed Krotki; Kumba; Isabel Main-Reade; Haylen Markillie; Charlie Massarella; Emma Pearson (Glen’s daughter); Janet Reilly; Annie Reynolds; Maria Senogles; Judith Sherratt; Sandra Sherratt; Margaret Tyler; Pat Vickers; and Teresa Williams.
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