22.02.2026 Newsletter
- Feb 20
- 8 min read
Submit items for the bulletin to the Presbytery or email maria.oldroyd@icloud.com
(by Thursday afternoon please)
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 22nd FEBRUARY 2026
THE FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
(Year A. Purple)
SATURDAY (21st February)
6pm Mass at Blessed William Richardson, Kiveton. (For Sunday)
(For Tessa and Jack Watkinson)
Readings for the day:
Isaiah 58:9b-14; Ps 86(85):1-2. 3-4. 5-6; Luke 5:27-32
(Saint Peter Damian, Bishop, Doctor)
SUNDAY:
9.30am Mass in St. Joseph’s
(For Christine Morton)
Genesis 2:7-9; 3:1-7; Ps 51(50):3-4. 5-6b. 12-13. 14, 17;
Romans 5:12-19; Matthew 4:1-11
MONDAY:
No Mass today.
6.30pm. Confirmation Group meeting in the parish rooms.
Leviticus 19:1-2, 11-18; Ps 19(18):8. 9. 10. 15; Matthew 25:31-46
(Saint Polycarp, Bishop, Martyr)
TUESDAY:
No Mass today.
11.30am Hour of quiet prayer at Kiveton. All welcome.
Isaiah 55:10-11; Ps 34(33):4-5. 6-7. 16-17. 18-19; Matthew 6:7-15
WEDNESDAY:
No Mass today
Jonah 3:1-10; Ps 51(50):3-4. 12-13. 18-19; Luke 11:29-32
THURSDAY
8.30am Mass in the parish rooms
(For Alan Gorvette)
1pm parish meeting - (3rd meeting): Moving forward as a parish. All welcome.
2pm Rosary for Peace in the parish Rooms. All welcome.
Esther 4:17; Ps 138(137):1-2a. 2b-3. 3. 7c-8; Matthew 7:7-12
FRIDAY
No Mass today.
Ezekiel 18:21-28; Ps 130(129):1-2. 3-4. 5-6b. 6c-8; Matthew 5:20-26
(Saint Gregory of Narek, Abbot and Doctor of the Church)
SATURDAY:
6pm Service of The Word with Communion at Blessed William Richardson Church, Kiveton.
Readings for the day:
Deuteronomy 26:16-19; Ps 119(118):1-2. 4-5. 7-8; Matthew 5:43-48
Next Sunday: 2nd Sunday of Lent. (Year A.Purple).
9.30am Mass at St Joseph’s with Fr Geoff Bottoms.
Genesis 12:1-4a; Ps 33(32):4-5. 18-19. 20, 22; 2 Timothy 1:8b-10; Matthew 17:1-9
PARISH PRAYER FOR THE WEEK: We pray for the Church. In this time of Lent, may all Christians grow in love for God and neighbour and respond to opportunities, such as those offered by CAFOD, to generously share their gifts with others. LHU…
(CAFOD weekly prayers of intercession)
THE POPE’S INTENTION FOR FEBRUARY: For children with incurable diseases
Let us pray that children suffering from incurable diseases and their families receive the necessary medical care and support, never losing strength and hope.
LIVE SIMPLY FEBRUARY:
Celebrate that Indigenous peoples have been recognised as Guardians of the Earth.
NOTICES:
RETIRING COLLECTIONs:
There will be collections at the end of Mass the weekend of 28th February/1st March for CAFOD Lenten Fast Day
REFLECTION MEETING:
Following our two recent reflection meetings concerning ‘Moving forward as a Parish’ there will be a further meeting next Thursday 26th February at 1pm in the parish rooms. All welcome.
CONFIRMATION GROUP:
Our first meeting is in the Parish Rooms on Monday 23rd February at 6.30pm.
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 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.
CAN YOU HELP?:
Matthew is a young parishioner aged 18 years studying Joinery and Carpentry at North Notts College. He is looking for part time work (paid or volutary) in this field to build his experience. If you are able to help Matthew please phone 07759561064.
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 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.
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 AT 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: Office Manager
Contract: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Term Time plus 5 days
Start Date: as soon as possible
Salary: Band F, SCP 12-17, £28,598 to £31,022 FTE, Actual Salary £25,408 to £27,561
Reporting to: Headteacher
Closing Date: Friday 27th February at 9am
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 2 March 2026
Also at St Joseph’s
Role: SENDCo
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: April 26 or September 26 (negotiable)
Salary: MPS plus TLR 2a
Reporting to: Headteacher
Closing Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 at 9am
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 2 March 2026
Saint Pius X Catholic High School
Wath Wood Road
Wath upon Dearne
Rotherham
S63 7PQ
Tel: 01709 767900
Job Title: SEMH Lead
Contract: Permanent, 37 hours per week, Term Time
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: NJC Band F, SCP 12-17, FTE £28,598 to £31,022, Actual Salary £24,858 to £26,965
Reporting to: SENDCo
Closing Date: Wednesday 4 March 2026 at 9am
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 9th March 2026
Maltby Catholic Primary School, Maltby.
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Contract: Permanent, Part time, Term Time, 31.25 hours per week
Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: NJC Band D, SCP 5-6, £25,584 to £25,989 FTE, Actual Salary £18,782 to £19,079
Reporting to: Headteacher
Closing Date: Friday 27 February 2026 at 9am
Interviews: Week commencing 2 March 2026
St. Mary’s Catholic Primary School
Herringthorpe Valley Road
Rotherham
S65 2NU
Tel: 01709 361502
Job Title Teaching Assistant
Contract Permanent, 31.5 hours per week (8.45am-3.30pm, Monday – Friday). Term time only.
Start Date 13 April 2026
Salary NJC Band D, SCP 6, £25,989 (FTE), Actual Salary £19,232
Reporting to: Headteacher
Closing Date Monday 23 February 2026 at 9am
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 23 February 2026
Also at St Mary’s, Rotherham
Job Title Facilities Supervisor
Contract Permanent, 37 hours per week, Full-time
Start Date 2 March 2026 or as soon as possible
Salary NJC Band E, SCP 8-11, £26,824 to 28,142
Reporting to: Headteacher
Closing Date Monday 23 February 2026 at 9am
Interviews: Week commencing 23 February 2026
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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