22.03 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 22nd MARCH 2026
THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT (Year A. Purple)
SATURDAY (21st March)
6pm Service of The Word with Communion at Blessed William Richardson, Kiveton. (For Sunday)
Readings for the day:
Jeremiah 11:18-20; Ps 7:2-3. 9b-10. 11-12; John 7:40-52
SUNDAY:
9.30am Mass in St. Joseph’s with Fr Andrew Browne.
Ezekiel 37:12-14; Ps 130(129):1-2. 3-4. 5-6b. 6c-8;
Romans 8:8-11; John 11:3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45
MONDAY:
No Mass today.
Daniel 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62; Ps 23(22):1-3a. 3b-4. 5. 6; John 8:1-11
(Saint Turibius of Mongrovejo, Bishop)
TUESDAY:
No Mass today.
11.30am Hour of quiet prayer at Blessed William Richardson Church, Kiveton.
All welcome.
Numbers 21:4-9; Ps 102(101):2-3. 16-18. 19-21; John 8:21-30
WEDNESDAY: THE ANNUNCIATION OF THE LORD
7pm Penitential Service at St. Joseph’s
Readings for the Day:
Isaiah 7:10-14; 8:10; Ps 40(39):7-8a. 8b-9. 10. 11;
Hebrews 10:4-10; Luke 1:26-38
THURSDAY:
8.30am Mass in the parish rooms
2pm Rosary for Peace in the parish Rooms. All welcome.
Genesis 17:3-9; Ps 105(104):4-5. 6-7. 8-9; John 8:51-59
FRIDAY:
No Mass today.
Jeremiah 20:10-13; Ps 18(17):2-3a. 3b-4. 5-6. 7; John 10:31-42
SATURDAY:
6pm Mass at Blessed William Richardson Church, Kiveton.
Readings for the day:
Ezekiel 37:21-28; Jer 31:10. 11-12b. 13; John 11:45-56
Next Sunday: PALM SUNDAY: (Year A. Red).
9.30am Mass at St Joseph’s
Matthew 21:1-11; Isaiah 50:4-7; Ps 22(21):8-9. 17-18a. 19-20. 23-24;
Philippians 2:6-11; Matthew 27:11-54
PARISH PRAYER FOR THE WEEK: We pray for world leaders; that they may have the openness to listen to those most affected by climate change and the courage to act urgently and wisely. 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 Andrew Browne to celebrate our Mass this Sunday.
RETIRING COLLECTIONS:
The retiring collection for ‘Life’ raised £142.99. Thank you.
There will be a retiring collection on Good Friday, 3rd April, for the Holy Places in Palestine
HOLY WEEK SERVICES AT ST. JOSEPH’S:
Thursday 2nd April - Maundy Thursday 7.00pm
Friday 3rd April - Good Friday Service 3.00pm
Saturday 4th April - Easter Vigil Mass 6.00pm
Any one wanting a lift to any of the Easter services please ring Judith Sherratt on:
07474 570654.
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.
JESUS CHRIST OUR SUPERSTAR:
St Bernard's Catholic High School Proudly Presents. For one night only! Thursday 26th March 6pm in St Bernard's School Hall.
Tickets are £5 each and are available from the school office 01709 82813
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 St Leonard’s Church (Change from original venue)
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
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.
RYTON CHORALE SPRING CONCERT:
Programme featuring: Gabriel Faure, 'Requiem'. Mendelssohn 'Hear my Prayer'.
Venue: The Crossing church, Worksop
Saturday 28th March. 7.30pm.
Ticket £12. Accompanied children under 16 free.
Please see our website for details.
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.
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
Saint Pius X Catholic High School
Wath Wood RoadWath upon DearneRotherhamS63 7PQ
Tel: 01709 767900email: info@saintpiusx.school
Role: Deputy Headteacher, Full time, permanent commencing ist September 2026
Key Stage 3 and 4
Pay scale: L18-L22
Closing date: 13th April at 3pm.
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; Pat Vickers; and Teresa Williams.