Lent 2026
SEASON OF LENT
As we began Lent on Ash Wednesday, so we are invited to walk more closely with Jesus
Christ on the path to the Cross and the promise of new life. Through prayer, fasting, and
almsgiving, we open our hearts to God’s transforming grace. This Lent, consider:
• Setting aside time each day for Scripture reading and quiet prayer
• Participating in Mass more frequently
• Attending Stations of the Cross – 7.00pm each Wednesday
• Reaching out in charity to someone in need
• Joining a parish or diocesan Lenten retreat
May this sacred season renew our faith, strengthen our hope, and deepen our love as we
prepare to celebrate the joy of Easter.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
The Stations of the Cross are a long-established practise, which lead us through the last,
momentous and sad events of Our Lord’s life. Each Wednesday of Lent, at 7.00pm, the
Stations take place in church. Do think about participating, and of being reminded of the
journey that Jesus made to Calvary, out of love for every one of us.
LENT REFLECTION GROUPS 2026
The groups have started, but it’s not too late to join. This year we will be following the
programme ‘Enlarging the Space of Our Tent’. As in past years, these will be friendly, faith
sharing groups following a shared theme. Please contact Teresa Newham or myself, Julia
Roche, if you would like to join a group.
email:-juliaandnigel057@gmail.com OR marbretherese@googlemail.com
LENTEN ALMS
It is customary during Lent to donate, what is saved by self-denial, to the Lenten Alms. As in
recent years, the Lenten Alms will be donated to our Diocese. Any funds donated will be used
to support key areas of the Diocese’ Mission, such as youth and evangelisation, Social Action,
Education and Family Life. Contributions can be made via the box, to the right of Our Lady’s
altar. Envelopes, for contributions, will be found in the porch, and can be returned to Parish
Office.
CAFOD LENT FAMILY FAST DAY FRIDAY 27TH FEBRUARY
Last Friday was CAFOD Lent Fast Day, when we were asked to deny ourselves in some way,
and to show solidarity and support to some of the poorest people in our world. Anything you
were able to save will be collected after Mass today. To ‘Gift-Aid’ your contribution please use a CAFOD envelope.
