12.04.2026 Newsletter
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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 12th APRIL 2026
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY
SATURDAY (11th April)
6pm Mass at Blessed William Richardson Church, Kiveton. (For Sunday)
Acts 4:13-21; Ps 118(117):1, 14-15b. 16-18. 19-21; Mark 16:9-15
SUNDAY: (White)
5am Dawn Chorus walk - meet at Anstone Village Hall car park
9.30am Mass at St Joseph’s.
For Terry Quinn
Acts 2:42-47; Ps 118(117):2-4. 13-15b. 22-24; 1 Peter 1:3-9; John 20:19-31
MONDAY:
No Mass today.
Acts 4:23-31; Ps 2:1-3. 4-6. 7-9; John 3:1-8
(Saint Martin I, Pope, Martyr)
TUESDAY:
No Mass today.
Acts 4:32-37; Ps 93(92):1ab. 1c-2. 5; John 3:7-15
11.30am Hour of quiet prayer at Blessed William Richardson Church, Kiveton. All welcome.
WEDNESDAY:
No Mass today.
Acts 5:17-26; Ps 34(33):2-3. 4-5. 6-7. 8-9; John 3:16-21
THURSDAY
8.30am Mass in the parish rooms
2pm Rosary for peace in the parish rooms. All welcome.
Acts 5:27-33; Ps 34(33):2, 9. 17-18, 19-20; John 3:31-36
FRIDAY:
No Mass today.
Acts 5:34-42; Ps 27(26):1. 4. 13-14; John 6:1-15
SATURDAY:
6pm Service of The Word with Communion at Blessed William Richardson Church, Kiveton.
Readings for the day: Acts 6:1-7; Ps 33(32):1-2. 4-5. 18-19; John 6:16-21
Next Sunday: 3rd Sunday of Easter (Year A. White).
9.30am Mass in St. Joseph’s with Fr. Geoff Bottoms
Acts 2:14, 22-33; Ps 16(15):1-2a, 5. 7-8. 9-10. 11; 1 Peter 1:17-21; Luke 24:13-35
Any one wanting a lift to any of the services please ring Judith Sherratt on:
07474 570654.
PARISH PRAYER FOR THE WEEK: We pray for all who live surrounded by conflict, war and lasting injustice; may the barriers which keep us apart be broken and may all people become committed to work for peace. Lord, in your mercy…..
(CAFOD weekly prayers of intercession)
THE POPE’S INTENTION FOR APRIL: For priests in crisis
Let us pray for priests going through moments of crisis in their vocation, that they may find the accompaniment they need and that communities may support them with understanding and prayer.
LIVE SIMPLY APRIL: Experience the Joys of Spring this month, enjoy nature at its best. Please join us for a Dawn Chorus Walk Sunday 12th April meet 5am Anston Village Hall Car Park S25 4DL (entrance Ryton Rd opposite Anston Brook School) contact Chris Parrott 07817542303 for more details.
NOTICES:
FR. ANDY WRITES:
Many thanks to all who contributed to our wonderful Holy Week celebration. Thank you for your faithful service and for making the celebration of Holy Week truly beautiful and meaningful. From the services of the Triduum, the music and the floral decorations to those who worked in the background keeping our church looking so wonderful, those who provided us with refreshments and those who came to faithfully celebrate the wonder of Christ’s passion and ressurection. It was truly a team labour of love and it yielded such a wonderful harvest. Thank you also for your cards, gifts and especially for your prayers. They mean so much. God bless you all. Fr Andy.
RETIRING COLLECTIONS:
There will be retiring collections the weekend of 25th/26th April for the Priest’s training fund.
The MAUNDY THURSDAY collection for CANCER CHARITIES was £201.20. and the GOOD FRIDAY collection for HOLY PLACES IN PALESTINE was £182.32. Thank you.
LEEDS, MIDDLESBOROUGH AND HALLAM CONSULTATION 2026:
Bishop Marcus, at the request of Pope Leo, has issued a consultation regarding the future development of the Diocese. Please see the seperate item on the website to view his letter and the consultation document.
XAVERIAN ANNUAL APPEAL 2026:
Throughout the year 2026, all parishes within the Diocese of Hallam have been called upon to participate in supporting the Xaverian Annual Mission Appeal. This initiative offers parish communities an opportunity to engage with the charitable work carried out by the Xaverian Missionaries, and to learn more about their mission and outreach. The appeals will take place on Saturday, 25th April: 6.00pm Mass at Blessed William Richardson and Sunday, 26th April: 9.30am Mass at St Joseph's. To help facilitate the priest's visit as part of the appeal, support from the parish community is required. We are seeking a volunteer who would be willing to provide overnight accommodation for the visiting priest on Saturday, 25th April. If you are able to help, contact Anne-Marie Carroll on 07841 038633 at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your generosity.
SENT TO SHARE FAITH:
On 17 April 2026 three Franciscan Friars, Fathers Casey Cole, Tito Serrano and Jason Damon from Charlotte in the USA will be visiting the Diocese to help us to think about how we can spread the Gospel today. They have recently started a mission to reach young adults, spiritual seekers, and those disconnected from the Church through authentic presence, conversation, and compassion. Rooted in the spirit of St. Francis, SEARCH is about walking with others, sharing Christ’s love, and inviting hearts to renewal and healing.
They are hosting two events. The first at the Cathedral specifically aimed at young people and young adults at 1:15 following the midday Mass and the second aimed at a wider audience at St Francis of Assisi beginning with Mass at 6:00 pm.
Bookings are necessary using the Formation & Mission Eventbrite Page on this link or QR code https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/hallam-formation-and-mission-46212155433
Further details from the Formation and Mission team 0114 256 6410.
LENTEN GROUPS:
The Dinnington group. is continuing to meet after Easter on Monday 13th, 20th and 27th April at St. Leonard’s Church 6.30pm for a 7 o’clock start.
SERVICE OF PRAYER AND REFLECTION FOR SURVIVORS OF ABUSE:
Join the Diocese of Hallam as and with survivors of abuse at our annual service of prayer and reflection to be held on Tuesday 5th May at 7pm in the Church of The Holy Spirit, 2 Stonelow Road, Dronfield, S18 2EP. Refreshments will be served after the service.
CARMEL CARE:
The Carmel Care Centres are to celebrate their 40th anniversary. The celebration and blessing will take place at the centre on Wednesday 3rd June starting at 12 noon with a buffet lunch, music and more. The address is 172 Dykes Hall Road, Sheffield, S64GS
Please RSVP to: Janet on 07927657462 or at jkent@hallam-diocese.com
HALLAM LOURDES PILGRIMAGE 2026:
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.
CATHOLIC FAMILY HOLIDAYS IN THE LAKE DISTRICT:
Castlerigg Manor in Keswick (heart of the Lake District) is offering budget-friendly holidays for Catholic families during May, August, and early September. Breakfast and evening meal are included and there will be Mass on site. Guests have full use of the site including the grounds, games room, chapel, and lounges, and Castlerigg is just a short walk from Keswick and Lake Derwentwater. Ideal for individuals, couples, families, or groups of friends. Head towww.castleriggmanor.com >> stay with us or contact director@castleriggmanor.co.uk / 017687 72711
YOUTH MINISTRY GAP YEAR OPPORTUNITY:
Do you know anyone aged 18-25 who is looking for a new challenge? The Diocese of Lancaster has a Youth Ministry team based in Keswick in the Lake District. They run retreats at Castlerigg Manor and also work in Churches and schools around the area. The ‘Youth Ministry Internship’ scheme comes with high quality training, experience, and recognised qualifications and gives young people the chance to join a welcoming community and a vibrant team doing some amazing work.
Interested?
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.
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; Dave Collins; Betty Delaney; Barbara Dexter; Pat Duffin; Kitty Finnerty; 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; and Teresa Williams.
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