The month of July is dedicated to The Precious Blood of Jesus

FOURTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

5 JULY 2026

Saturday 4 July
St Theresa’s	5.00pm	Frank Lally RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Frank Jeffes
Sunday 5 July – 14th Sunday in Ord. Time
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Parishioners’ Intentions
St Columba’s	11.00am	Parishioners’ Intentions
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite
Monday 6 July
St Theresa’s		Lawrence Hordley’s Intentions
St Columba’s	10.30am	Mary Ryan
	1.00pm	Requiem Mass for Dr Brian Webster
Tuesday 7 July
St Theresa’s		Priests’ Intentions
St Columba’s		Parishioners’ Intentions
	6.30pm	Parishioners’ Intentions
Wednesday 8 July
St Theresa’s		Private Intention
St Columba’s	9.30am	Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
	10.15am	Novena Prayers
	10.30am	Margaret Patino Pan
Thursday 9 July
St Theresa’s		Special Intention
St Columba’s		Priests’ Intentions
Friday 10 July
St Theresa’s	10.00am	Joan & Charles Woods RIP
St Columba’s		The Parish
Saturday 11 July
St Theresa’s	5.00pm	Polly Rowlands RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Parishioners’ Intentions
Sunday 12 July – 15th Sunday in Ord. Time
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Pat Metcalfe RIP
St Columba’s	11.00am	Parishioners’ Intentions
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite

LIVE STREAMING OF MASS – Mass will be streamed at St Theresa’s on Sunday 5 July at 9.30am.

RECENTLY DECEASED – Please remember in your prayers, Dr Brian Webster who died recently, and his family and friends. His funeral will be held on Monday 6 July at 1pm at St Columba’s.

ANNIVERSARIES – Fausto Nino Biasillo, Elizabeth (Marion) Baker, Mary Teresa Rose, Romika Mihalache, Louise Marie Sale, Vincenzo 9Larry) Pellegrini

TUESDAY EVENING MASS ST COLUMBA’S – From Tuesday 23 June, an additional weekday Mass will be celebrated in St Columba’s Iona Chapel at 6.30 pm. This additional evening Mass has been introduced in the hope that more parishioners will be able to attend weekday Mass. Ann McCarthy, Pauline Rourke, Co-chairs Pastoral Council 

POPE’S PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR JULY – FOR RESPECT FOR HUMAN LIFE – Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognizing it as a gift from God.

CONFESSIONS – After each weekday Mass until 11.30a.m.
On Saturdays:
St Columba’s  6.00p.m. – 6.25p.m.
St Theresa’s   4.30p.m. – 4.55p.m.

WEDDINGS, BAPTISMS & FUNERALS – Please contact one of the Parish Offices to make your arrangements. 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY – The Children’s Liturgy normally happens at the 11a.m. service at St Columba’s on the 1^st and 3^rd Sundays of each month. See the parish website under the Family tab.

PARISH OFFERTORY – Loose Plate: £397.00; Planned Giving: £307.10; Average weekly SO £718.15. (St Columba’s) Dona Stations: £118; Candles: £134.71. Thank you for your kind generosity.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK – “Often when you think you’re at the end of something, you’re at the beginning of something else.” — Fred Rogers

PRAYING TOGETHER FOR 

• the residents of Dawpool Close, Ullswater Crescent, Orchard Close, Hafod Close, Nevin Road, Penmon Close and Treborth Road.
• the Churches Together in Upton Committee and Blacon Churches Together.

DEACON LAWRENCE – After 24 years of devoted service to our parish, Deacon Lawrence is retiring from active ministry. To express the gratitude and affection of the whole parish community, a presentation will be made to him in St Columba’s Hall following the 11.00 a.m. Mass on Sunday 19 July, and all parishioners are warmly invited to join us.

If you would like to contribute towards a farewell gift, please use one of the envelopes available in the church porches or the DONA machine, selecting the “Gift” option.

CONFIRMATION ENROLMENT – Welcome to the young parishioners  from all Chester Parishes who are being enrolled in the Confirmation program at the 11am Mass, at St. Columba’s this weekend. Please keep them and their families in your prayers as they  prepare to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation in November.

CONFIRMATION – If you wish to prepare to be Confirmed next November and are already at high school, please email ASAP to register. stcolumbatheresaconfirmation@hotmail.co.uk 

ST COLUMBA’S COFFEE ROTA – We need volunteers every Sunday after 11:00 Mass. To raise money for your good cause, please put your details on the sheet and let Margaret Curtis know on 01244 318424 or marg.curtis@outlook.com
05 July – Prisca
12 July – volunteers please
19 July – volunteers please

YOUTH GROUP – The next meeting is Monday 20 July, start 7pm in the Newman Room, finish 8.30pm in the church hall. This time we are planning to make, bake and eat pizzas and play games to celebrate the end of another great year. 
All young parishioners school year 5 and older are warmly welcome to come along and join our happy group. 

SHREWSBURY LOURDES HOSPITALITY will be holding a Predeparture Mass and meeting on Saturday 11 July at St Columba’s Church, Plas Newton Lane, Chester CH2 1SA . We will join the Youth Section at 12 noon for Mass, followed by a meeting at 1.30 pm . Please bring a packed lunch . All members of the Hospitality will be welcome. 

ST COLUMBA’S RED MISSION BOX HOLDERS – There are three Red Mission boxes collections during the year: March, July and November. So, to have your box emptied, please leave it in the sacristy before the end of July, then pick up your empty, relabelled box from the rear porch. 

ANNUAL PARISH COACH TRIP – NOTTINGHAM – Our annual coach trip this year is to Nottingham on Thurs 30 July for just £18 per person. We depart St Columba’s at 08:45 and St Theresa’s at 09:00 and leave Nottingham at about 5:00pm.  For your convenience, Margaret will be in St Columba’s hall after 11am Mass, Sunday, to collect coach trip money.

BADMINTON GROUP – The Parish Badminton Group meets on Thursdays from 7pm to 9pm in St Columba’s Hall and is looking for new members. Mixed group, all ages, all abilities welcome.

DR MARION TOLLEY – Older Readers may recall receiving their training from Dr Marion Tolley whose recent death is recorded in the Wrexham Diocesan Newsletter.  Dr Tolley was a long time member of Wrexham’s Liturgy Commission and specialised in training readers in Wrexham Diocese and elsewhere.

CATHOLIC HOLIDAYS IN THE LAKE DISTRICT THIS SUMMER – During August and September, Castlerigg Manor in Keswick is opening its doors to families, groups of friends, or private individuals who are looking for an affordable stay in the Lake District. Breakfast and evening meal are provided, and Mass is celebrated on site. For more information check out castleriggmanor.com/stay-with-us or contact director@castleriggmanor.co.uk / 017687 72711

QUIET RETREATS FOR ADULTS THIS OCTOBER – During October half term, Castlerigg Manor is running a quiet retreat for individual adults who want to spend a few days of peace, relaxation and prayer in the Lake District. Each day there will be a talk, Mass, and evening prayer, and then a lot of time to explore the area, pray, or just simply relax. Book at castleriggmanor.com/events or contact director@castleriggmanor.co.uk

MARRIAGE IN A RUT? – Or need help with deeper issues? Retrouvaille has helped thousands of couples find hope and healing in their marriage. Next dates: 2 – 4 October.  www.retrouvaille.org.uk/info Tel: 0788 7296983

FR WILLIAM is available to meet with parishioners after 10.30 Mass on Mondays & Wednesdays or can be contacted at St Theresa’s presbytery (details on top of Newsletter).   Thursday is his day off.

SUGGESTION BOXES – Thank you to everyone who has used the suggestion boxes. A dozen suggestions were received, and all have been considered by Fr William and the co-chairs of the Pastoral Council. Although it has not been possible to respond to every suggestion, all have been carefully noted, and a number will now be acted upon. In particular, suggestions relating to additional daily Masses, Masses for special intentions (including for bereaved parents), and the introduction of a parish course are now being planned. One suggestion, simply headed ‘Preparation for after Holy Communion’, was not entirely clear. If the person who submitted it would be willing to write again with a little more detail, we would be very grateful. Please do continue to use the suggestion boxes. They provide an easy and valued way of sharing ideas that can help to strengthen and enrich our parish community.        Ann McCarthy and Pauline Rourke: Co-chairs, Pastoral Council

ST COLUMBA’S CHURCH & HALL BOOKINGS – To book the Church, Newman Room, or Iona Chapel, contact Magdalena Bukowska at the Church Office 01244 624019, email stcolumbaschurch2016@outlook.com. Office hours Mon-Fri 9a.m. to 2.00p.m.
To check Hall availability, visit the Church Hall calendar on the St Columba’s website, then contact Magdalena during office hours or email: columbashallbookings@gmail.com

NEXT WEEK’S NEWSLETTER – Sunday 12 July to be compiled by  Rebecca Vaughan, phone: 01244 318632, email: rebecca_vghn@yahoo.co.ltd. Deadline: 9.00a.m. Wednesday 8 July. Please include a contact number with your notice and also email a copy to Fr. William at st.theresas@btinternet.com

The month of June is dedicated to The Sacred Heart of Jesus

SS PETER & PAUL SUNDAY

28 JUNE 2026

Saturday 27 June
St Theresa’s	5.00pm	Ruth O’Donnell RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Marta Shultz
Sunday 28 June – SS Peter & Paul. Ap. Solemn.
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Charles Woods RIP
St Columba’s	11.00am	Parishioners’ Intentions
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite
Monday 29 June
St Theresa’s		Parishioners’ Intentions
St Columba’s	10.30am	Francis Family Intentions
Tuesday 30 June
St Theresa’s		Priests’ Intentions
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Parishioners’ Intentions
Wednesday 1 July
St Theresa’s		All who have made their First Holy Communion
St Columba’s	9.30am	Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
	10.15am	Novena Prayers
	10.30am	Private Intention
Thursday 2 July
St Theresa’s		Special Intention
St Columba’s		Priests’ Intentions
Friday 3 July – St Thomas, Ap. Feast
St Theresa’s	10.00am	Sarah Russell RIP
St Columba’s	12 noon	The Parish
Saturday 4 July
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Malankara Jacobite Syriac Community
	5.00pm	Frank Lally RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Frank Jeffes
Sunday 5 July – 14th Sunday in Ord. Time
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Parishioners’ Intentions
St Columba’s	11.00am	Parishioners’ Intentions
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite

RECENTLY DECEASED – Please remember in your prayers, Dr Brian Webster who died recently, and his family and friends. The Funeral of Dr Brian Webster will be held on Monday 6 July at 1pm at St Columba’s.

ANNIVERSARIES – Margaret Alcock, Mary Kilcoyne, Patricia Lally, Rev Russell Cooke.

LIVE STREAMING OF MASS – Mass will be streamed at St Columba’s on Sunday 28 June at 11.00am.

TUESDAY EVENING MASS ST COLUMBA’S – From Tuesday 23 June, an additional weekday Mass will be celebrated in St Columba’s Iona Chapel at 6.30 pm. This additional evening Mass has been introduced in the hope that more parishioners will be able to attend weekday Mass. Ann McCarthy, Pauline Rourke, Co-chairs Pastoral Council 

POPES PRAYER INTENTION FOR JUNE – FOR THE VALUES OF SPORTS. Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace, encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth.

CONFESSIONS – After each weekday Mass until 11.30a.m.
On Saturdays:
St Columba’s  6.00p.m. – 6.25p.m.
St Theresa’s   4.30p.m. – 4.55p.m.

WEDDINGS, BAPTISMS & FUNERALS – Please contact one of the Parish Offices to make your arrangements. 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY – The Children’s Liturgy normally happens at the 11a.m. service at St Columba’s on the 1^st and 3^rd Sundays of each month. See the parish website under the Family tab.

PARISH OFFERTORY – Loose Plate: £709; Planned Giving: £375.10; Average weekly SO £718.15. (St Columba’s) Dona Stations: £118; Candles St Columba’s: £80.57. Thank you for your kind generosity.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK – “If you saw a heat wave, would you wave back?” — Steven Wright

PRAYING TOGETHER FOR 

• The residents of Kingsmead, Linksway, The Oakes Drive, Penfold Hey, Muir Road, Elm Muir, Beech Muir, Silver Muir, Ash Muir and Birch Muir.
• The Church secretaries and those who help with the administration.
• Good communication links in our Churches

DEACON LAWRENCE – After 24 years of devoted service to our parish, Deacon Lawrence is retiring from active ministry. To express the gratitude and affection of the whole parish community, a presentation will be made to him in St Columba’s Hall following the 11.00 a.m. Mass on Sunday 19 July, and all parishioners are warmly invited to join us.
If you would like to contribute towards a farewell gift, please use one of the envelopes available in the church porches or the DONA machine, selecting the “Gift” option.

200 CLUB – The winners of the last 200 Club draw are: £100 C. Ingram, £30 J. Taylor and £25 J. Worrall. Many thanks for your support over the many years this has been running.

ST COLUMBA’S COFFEE ROTA – We need volunteers every Sunday after 11:00 Mass. To raise money for your good cause, please put your details on the sheet and let Margaret Curtis know on 01244 318424 or marg.curtis@outlook.com
28 June – Lena Greig, Parish
05 July – Prisca
12 July – volunteers please

ST WERBURGH’S AND ST COLUMBA’S SCHOOL SUMMER FAIR – FRIDAY 3 JULY – The Primary School are pleased to invite the Parish to their Summer Fair on Friday 3 July from 4pm to 6pm at the school on Lightfoot Street, Hoole. Entrance is £1 per adult, children are free. There will be a BBQ, bar, lots of games, tombola and a cake stall.
Also: if any bakers could bake a cake for the fair this would be much appreciated. Please bring to the school office before 3pm on the day and write a list of all ingredients for allergy reasons!
All money raised is used to fund school’s projects. In 2025 this included the new Prayer Garden.
Please support our school. 

BLACON FESTIVAL – 4 JULY – Blacon Festival is being held on the field next to St Theresa’s church on Saturday 4 July. Hopefully parishioners will be able to park as normal for Mass.

CONFIRMATION – If you wish to prepare to be Confirmed next November and are already at high school, please email ASAP to register. stcolumbatheresaconfirmation@hotmail.co.uk 

HOLY REUNION MASS AT CHS – Wednesday 1 July at 6:00pm. Address: The Lyceum (6th Form building), CHS, Old Wrexham Road, Handbridge, CH4 7HS. The High School invites you to a Thanksgiving Mass to celebrate the First Holy Communion of children from local parishes and Catholic primary schools who have recently received, or are about to receive, this special sacrament. Children are invited to wear their Communion outfit or school uniform. To book your place, please email Ana at gasparinia@christofidelis.org.uk. Everyone is most welcome!

FRIENDSHIP THURSDAY 2 July – This coming Thursday, we have our last Friendship Group before our August break. It can be daunting to enter a gathering where you know no-one, but a friendly smile greets you at Friendship Thursday so give us a try. It will just be us, chatting over cake and strawberries! Bring any books you would like to donate to the free book swap as we could use some different titles. Looking forward to seeing you and a friend if you would like to bring someone. This group is open to all. 2pm-4pm in St Columba’s Hall, behind the church. We ask for £2 to cover expenses. For information contact Lyn 07735574397. 

BISHOP MARK – will be having a Mini Dash with the Youth at our hall on Friday 3 July. All parishioners are welcome to join the Mass at St Columba’s at 12 noon that day.

ANNUAL PARISH COACH TRIP – NOTTINGHAM – Our annual coach trip this year is to Nottingham on Thurs 30 July for just £18 per person. We depart St Columba’s at 08:45 and St Theresa’s at 09:00 and leave Nottingham at about 5:00pm. There’s lots to see in this attractive city: subterranean caves, the national justice museum, a castle and a cathedral. There’s Elizabethan architecture and the oldest pub in Britain! Don’t miss out, put your name on the list in the front or either church. Pay Paul Wrigglesworth or Margaret Curtis 07876 061993. 

BADMINTON GROUP – The Parish Badminton Group meets on Thursdays from 7pm to 9pm in St Columba’s Hall and is looking for new members. Mixed group, all ages, all abilities welcome.

FR WILLIAM is available to meet with St. Columba’s parishioners after 10.30 Mass on Mondays & Wednesdays or can be contacted at St Theresa’s presbytery (details on top of Newsletter). Thursday is his day off.

ROYAL LIVERPOOL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA – will perform Elgar, The Dream of Gerontius on Saturday 4 July, 7.30 pm, at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. Forget everything you thought you knew about religious music. This is an experience like no other: the story of a lonely soul’s journey towards eternity, told in music that’ll break your heart. To book tickets and for more information: https://www.liverpoolphil.com/whats-on/classical-music/elgar-the-dream-of-gerontius/9562
BSL interpretation provided at this performance – call 0151 7093789 or email ticketing@liverpoolphil.com to book suitable seats.

SUGGESTION BOXES – Thank you to everyone who has used the suggestion boxes. A dozen suggestions were received, and all have been considered by Fr William and the co-chairs of the Pastoral Council. Although it has not been possible to respond to every suggestion, all have been carefully noted, and a number will now be acted upon. In particular, suggestions relating to additional daily Masses, Masses for special intentions (including for bereaved parents), and the introduction of a parish course are now being planned. One suggestion, simply headed ‘Preparation for after Holy Communion’, was not entirely clear. If the person who submitted it would be willing to write again with a little more detail, we would be very grateful.
Please do continue to use the suggestion boxes. They provide an easy and valued way of sharing ideas that can help to strengthen and enrich our parish community.  Ann McCarthy and Pauline Rourke: Co-chairs, Pastoral Council

ST COLUMBA’S CHURCH & HALL BOOKINGS – To book the Church, Newman Room, or Iona Chapel, contact Magdalena Bukowska at the Church Office 01244 624019, email stcolumbaschurch2016@outlook.com. Office hours Mon-Fri 9a.m. to 2.00p.m.
To check Hall availability, visit the Church Hall calendar on the St Columba’s website, then contact Magdalena during office hours or email: columbashallbookings@gmail.com

NEXT WEEK’S NEWSLETTER – Sunday 5 July to be compiled by Muriel Green, Phone: 07847 629672, email: muriel.green1@btinternet.com. Deadline: 9.00a.m. Wednesday 1 July. Please include a contact number with your notice and also email a copy to Fr. William at st.theresas@btinternet.com

The month of June is dedicated to The Sacred Heart of Jesus

TWELFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

21  JUNE 2026 – Day of Special Prayer for Life

Saturday 20 June
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Malankara Jacobite Syriac Community
	5.00pm	The Turnbull Family RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Parishioners’ Intentions
Sunday 21 June – Twelfth Sunday in Ord. Time
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Parishioners’ Intentions
St Columba’s	11.00am	Brian Webster RIP
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite
Monday 22 June SS John Fisher, B & Thomas More
St Theresa’s		Priests’ Intentions
St Columba’s	10.30am	Claire Graham RIP
Tuesday 23 June
St Theresa’s		Private Intention
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Parishioners’ Intentions
Wednesday 24 June The Nativity of St John The Baptist
St Theresa’s		Special Intention
St Columba’s	9.30am	Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
	10.15am	Novena Prayers
	10.30am	Private Intention (MC)
Thursday 25 June
St Theresa’s		Angie’s Intentions
St Columba’s		Priests’ Intentions
Friday 26 June
St Theresa’s	10.00am	Joseph Russell RIP
St Columba’s		The Parish
Saturday 27 June
St Theresa’s	5.00pm	Ruth O’Donnell RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Marta Shultz
Sunday 28 June – SS Peter & Paul, Ap
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Charles Woods RIP
St Columba’s	11.00am	Parishioners’ Intentions
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite

LIVE STREAMING OF MASS – Mass will be streamed at St Columba’s on Sunday 21  June at 11.00am.

RECENTLY DECEASED – Please remember in your prayers, Dr Brian Webster who died recently, and his family and friends. The Funeral of Dr Brian Webster will be held on Monday 6 July at 1pm at St Columba’s.

ANNIVERSARIES – Francis (Frank) Joseph Brady, Margaret Christine Alcock, Mary Kilcoyne, Patricia Lally.

TUESDAY EVENING MASS ST COLUMBA’S – From Tuesday 23 June, an additional weekday Mass will be celebrated in St Columba’s Iona Chapel at 6.30 pm. This additional evening Mass has been introduced in the hope that more parishioners will be able to attend weekday Mass.  Ann McCarthy, Pauline Rourke, Co-chairs Pastoral Council 

POPES PRAYER INTENTION FOR JUNE – FOR THE VALUES OF SPORTS. Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace, encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth.

CONFESSIONS – After each weekday Mass until 11.30a.m.
Saturdays:
St Columba’s  6.00p.m. – 6.25p.m.
St Theresa’s   4.30p.m. – 4.55p.m.

WEDDINGS, BAPTISMS & FUNERALS – Please contact one of the Parish Offices to make your arrangements. 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY – The Children’s Liturgy normally happens at the 11a.m. service at St Columba’s on the 1^st and 3^rd Sundays of each month. See the parish website under the Family tab.

PARISH OFFERTORY – Loose Plate: £469.72; Planned Giving: £242.48; Average weekly SO £718.15. (St Columba’s) Dona Stations: £88; Candles St Columba’s: £31.90. Thank you for your kind generosity.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK – The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the greatest intention.  Khalil Gibran

PRAYING TOGETHER FOR 

• The residents of Somerset Road, The Crescent, Heathfield Close, Rawson Road, Nant Peris, Plas Dinas, Glyn Garth and Sealand Road.
• The Pastoral Groups and Caring and Sharing.
• The pastoral care of the community.

THANK YOU – Eileen and Deacon Lawrence would like to thank Fr William and the whole parish for the kind thoughts and good wishes sent with the Wedding Anniversary greeting card, presented after the Mass for Marriage and Family Life with Bishop Mark on Saturday. Much appreciated.’

ANNIVERSARY – Anne & David Savage thank our friends at St Columba’s for the kind Anniversary Card.  The actual date is in November so we will try not to lose it before then.

DEACON LAWRENCE – After 24 years of devoted service to our parish, Deacon Lawrence is retiring from active ministry. To express the gratitude and affection of the whole parish community, a presentation will be made to him in St Columba’s Hall following the 11.00 a.m. Mass on Sunday 19 July, and all parishioners are warmly invited to join us.

If you would like to contribute towards a farewell gift, please use one of the envelopes available in the church porches or the DONA machine, selecting the “Gift” option.

FATHERS DAY– As we celebrate Father’s Day, we give thanks to fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, mentors, carers, and all who offer guidance, love, and support in our lives.  May God bless and strengthen those who nurture and encourage others, and bring comfort to those for whom this day may be difficult.  

200 CLUB –The final draw will take place next week.  Many thanks for all your support over the many years this has been running.

ST COLUMBA’S COFFEE ROTA – We need volunteers every Sunday after 11:00 Mass. To raise money for your good cause, please put your details on the sheet and let Margaret Curtis know on 01244 318424 or marg.curtis@outlook.com
21 June – Maisy Hardman, Zanzibar 
28 June – Lena Greig, Parish
05 July – Prisca

NEEDLES & PINS – Wed 24 June Everyone is invited to this friendly and welcoming needlecraft group in the Newman Room, between 2:00-4:00pm every fourth Wednesday of the month. Hope to see you.

BLACON FESTIVAL- 4 JULY Blacon Festival is being held on the field next to St Theresa’s church on Saturday 4 July.  Hopefully parishioners will be able to park as normal for Mass.

CONFIRMATION – If you wish to prepare to be Confirmed next November and are already at high school, please email ASAP to register: stcolumbatheresaconfirmation@hotmail.co.uk 

HOLY REUNION MASS AT CHS – The High School warmly invites you to a Thanksgiving Mass to celebrate the First Holy Communion of children from local parishes and Catholic primary schools who have recently received, or are about to receive, this special sacrament. The Mass will take place in the Lyceum (6th Form building) on Wednesday 1 July at 6:00pm. Address: Old Wrexham Road, Handbridge, CH4 7HS. Children are invited to wear their Communion outfit or school uniform. To book your place, please email Ana at gasparinia@christofidelis.org.uk. Everyone is most welcome!

YOUTH GROUP – The youth group will meet on Monday 22 June, starting at 7pm in the Newman room and finishing at 8.30pm in St Columba’s church hall. All young parishioners, school year 5 and above are very welcome to join our happy group. 

FRIENDSHIP THURSDAY – 2 July – We realise how daunting it can be to enter a gathering where you know no-one. A friendly smile greets you at Friendship Thursday so give us a try. This time, we just have ourselves for conversation and chat over cake and strawberries!  We take a break in August so look out for our next date in September. Looking forward to seeing you and a friend if you would like to bring someone. This group is open to all. 2pm-4pm in St Columba’s Hall behind the church. We ask for £2 to cover expenses. For information contact Lyn 07735574397. 

ANNUAL PARISH COACH TRIP – NOTTINGHAM – Our annual coach trip this year is to Nottingham on Thurs 30 July for just £18 per person. We depart St Columba’s at 08:45 and St Theresa’s at 09:00 and leave Nottingham at about 5:00pm. There’s lots to see in this attractive city: subterranean caves, the national justice museum, a castle and a cathedral. There’s Elizabethan architecture and the oldest pub in Britain! Don’t miss out, put your name on the list in the front or either church. Pay Paul Wrigglesworth or Margaret Curtis. (Need further info phone Margaret on 07876 061993). 

BADMINTON GROUP – The Parish Badminton Group meets on Thursdays from 7p.m. to 9p.m. in St Columba’s Hall and is looking for new members. Mixed group, all ages, all abilities welcome.

FR WILLIAM – Is available to meet with St. Columba’s parishioners after 10.30 Mass on Mondays & Wednesdays or can be contacted at St Theresa’s presbytery (details on top of Newsletter). Thursday is his day off.

SUGGESTION BOXES – Thank you to everyone who has used the suggestion boxes. A dozen suggestions were received, and all have been considered by Fr William and the co-chairs of the Pastoral Council. Although it has not been possible to respond to every suggestion, all have been carefully noted, and a number will now be acted upon. In particular, suggestions relating to additional daily Masses, Masses for special intentions (including for bereaved parents), and the introduction of a parish course are now being planned. One suggestion, simply headed ‘Preparation for after Holy Communion’, was not entirely clear. If the person who submitted it would be willing to write again with a little more detail, we would be very grateful.
Please do continue to use the suggestion boxes. They provide an easy and valued way of sharing ideas that can help to strengthen and enrich our parish community. Ann McCarthy and Pauline Rourke: Co-chairs, Pastoral Council

ST COLUMBA’S CHURCH & HALL BOOKINGS – To book the Church, Newman Room, or Iona Chapel, contact Magdalena Bukowska at the Church Office 01244 624019, email stcolumbaschurch2016@outlook.com. Office hours Mon-Fri 9a.m. to 2.00p.m.
To check Hall availability, visit the Church Hall calendar on the St Columba’s website, then contact Magdalena during office hours or email: columbashallbookings@gmail.com

NEXT WEEK’S NEWSLETTER – Sunday 28  June to be compiled by Paula Bownas Phone: 01244 379794, email: paulabownas@yahoo.co.uk. Deadline: 9.00a.m. Wednesday 24 June
Please include a contact number with your notice and also email a copy to Fr. William at st.theresas@btinternet.com

The month of June is dedicated to The Sacred Heart of Jesus

ELEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

14 JUNE 2026

Saturday 13 June
St Theresa’s	5.00pm	Paddy McHugh RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Anne Rooney RIP
Sunday 14 June – Eleventh Sunday in Ord. Time
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Beryl Williams RIP
St Columba’s	11.00am	Carol Traynor
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite
Monday 15 June
St Theresa’s		Parishioners’ Intentions
St Columba’s	10.30am	Philip Frances
Tuesday 16 June
St Theresa’s		Janie Casey RIP
St Columba’s		Janice Kemp
Wednesday 17 June
St Theresa’s		Priests’ Intentions
St Columba’s	9.30am	Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
	10.15am	Novena Prayers
	10.30am	Beryl Williams (Anniversary)
Thursday 18 June
St Theresa’s		Ray Simmons RIP
St Columba’s		Priests’ Intentions
Friday 19 June
St Theresa’s	10.00am	Joseph Russell RIP
St Columba’s	2.00pm	Requiem Mass for Kate Paradyz
Saturday 20 June
St Theresa’s	5.00pm	The Turnbull Family RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Parishioners’ Intentions
Sunday 21 June – 12th Sunday in Ord. Time. Day of Special Prayer for Life
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Parishioners’ Intentions
St Columba’s	11.00am	Brian Webster RIP
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite

LIVE STREAMING OF MASS – Mass will be streamed at St Theresa’s on Sunday 14 June at 9.30am.

TUESDAY EVENING MASS ST COLUMBA’S – A number of parishioners have asked for more daily Masses to be celebrated. It has also been noted that weekday morning Masses cannot be attended by most working people. Accordingly, from Tuesday 23 June, an additional weekday Mass will be celebrated in St Columba’s Iona Chapel at 6.30 pm. This additional evening Mass has been introduced in the hope that more parishioners will be able to attend weekday Mass. 
Ann McCarthy, Pauline Rourke, Co-chairs Pastoral Council 

RECENTLY DECEASED – Please remember in your prayers Kate Paradyz, and Dr Brian Webster who died recently, and their family and friends. Requiem Mass for Kate is on Friday 19 June at 2p.m. at St Columba’s. Funeral of Dr Brian Webster will be held on Monday 6 July at 1pm at St Columba’s.

FR WILLIAM is available to meet with parishioners after 10.30 Mass on Mondays and Wednesdays or can be contacted at St Theresa’s presbytery (details on top of Newsletter). Please remember that Thursday is Fr William’s day off.

ANNIVERSARIES – Albert Hodkinson, Beryl Williams, Helen Mary Jones, Ernest Alphonsus, Euguene Fagan, Dorothy Gladys Jeffes.

POPES PRAYER INTENTION FOR JUNE – FOR THE VALUES OF SPORTS – Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace, encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth.

CONFESSIONS – After each weekday Mass until 11.30a.m.
Saturdays:
St Columba’s  6.00p.m. – 6.25p.m.
St Theresa’s   4.30p.m. – 4.55p.m.

WEDDINGS, BAPTISMS & FUNERALS – Please contact one of the Parish Offices to make your arrangements. 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY – The Children’s Liturgy normally happens at the 11a.m. service at St Columba’s on the 1^st and 3^rd Sundays of each month. See the parish website under the Family tab.

PARISH OFFERTORY – Loose Plate: £469.72; Planned Giving: £226.48; Average weekly SO £718.15. (St Columba’s) Dona Stations: £68; Candles St Columba’s: £30.91. Candles St Theresa’s: £15.28 Thank you for your kind generosity.

DEACON LAWRENCE – After 24 years of devoted service to our parish, Deacon Lawrence is retiring from active ministry. To express the gratitude and affection of the whole parish community, a presentation will be made to him in St Columba’s Hall following the 11.00 a.m. Mass on Sunday 19 July, and all parishioners are warmly invited to join us.
If you would like to contribute towards a farewell gift, please use one of the envelopes available in the church porches or the DONA machine, selecting the “Gift” option.

PRAYING TOGETHER FOR –

• The residents of Coniston Road, The Nook, Brook Lane, Fowler Road, Clifton Drive, Blacon Point Road and Dalton Close
• All who come seeking to understand more about the Christian Faith.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK – “Light tomorrow with today.” — Elizabeth Barrett Browning

200 CLUB – The bank has informed us that we can no longer use the current account and would need to set up a new one.  This would incur a monthly fee, and we would be charged for cheques written and money deposited.  In the light of this we have decided to end the 200 club.  The last draw will be the 5 July.  Funds remaining will be transferred to the parish account. Many thanks for all your support over the many years this has been running.

ST COLUMBA’S COFFEE ROTA – We need volunteers every Sunday after 11:00 Mass. To raise money for your good cause, please put your details on the sheet and let Margaret Curtis know on 01244 318424 or marg.curtis@outlook.com
14 June – volunteers please
21 June – volunteers please 
28 June – Deacon Hordley’s retirement

PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING – The next meeting is on Tuesday June 16. If you have any matters you wish to raise please put your request in writing to the parish secretary by Monday 15 June. Thank you.  
Ann McCarthy, Pauline Rourke co-chairs.

SUGGESTION BOXES – Thank you to everyone who has used the suggestion boxes. A dozen suggestions were received, and all have been considered by Fr William and the co-chairs of the Pastoral Council. Although it has not been possible to respond to every suggestion, all have been carefully noted, and a number will now be acted upon. In particular, suggestions relating to additional daily Masses, Masses for special intentions (including for bereaved parents), and the introduction of a parish course are now being planned. One suggestion, simply headed ‘Preparation for after Holy Communion’, was not entirely clear. If the person who submitted it would be willing to write again with a little more detail, we would be very grateful.

Please do continue to use the suggestion boxes. They provide an easy and valued way of sharing ideas that can help to strengthen and enrich our parish community.
Ann McCarthy and Pauline Rourke: Co-chairs, Pastoral Council

ANNUAL PARISH COACH TRIP – NOTTINGHAM – Our annual coach trip this year is to Nottingham on Thurs 30 July for just £18 per person. We depart St Columba’s at 08:45 and St Theresa’s at 09:00 and leave Nottingham at about 5:00pm. There’s lots to see in this attractive city:  subterranean caves, the national justice museum, a castle and a cathedral.  There’s Elizabethan architecture and the oldest pub in Britain! Don’t miss out, put your name on the list in the front or either church. Pay Paul Wrigglesworth or Margaret Curtis 07876 061993. 

BADMINTON GROUP – The Parish Badminton Group meets on Thursdays from 7p.m. to 9p.m. in St Columba’s Hall and is looking for new members. Mixed group, all ages, all abilities welcome.

CONFIRMATION – If you wish to prepare to be Confirmed next November and are already at high school, please email: stcolumbatheresaconfirmation@hotmail.co.uk as soon as possible to register.

YOUTH GROUP – The youth group will meet on Monday 22 June, starting at 7pm in the Newman room and finishing at 8.30pm in St Columba’s church hall. All young parishioners, school year 5 and above are very welcome to join our happy group. 

CHESTER CITY OF SANCTUARY: Refugee Week 15 – 21 June. For more details of events visit this website

BOOK SALES – ST WERBURGH’S – To celebrate 150 years of St, Werburgh’s Church, Chester, being opened, the parishioners have produced a book describing the history of the church/parish over the last 150 years. Copies of the book will be on sale at the end of mass on Sat and Sun 13 and 14 June at St Theresa’s. Price: £7 per copy. We are sure that you will enjoy this book about the roots of Catholicism in Chester and recommend it to former parishioners. (St. Werburgh’s History Group)
For our Spanish-speaking community and all who wish to join. Mass is celebrated on the third Saturday of each month. Tea, coffee and biscuits afterwards. For more information contact Lina Greig: 07837 512544.
¡Todos son bienvenidos – familia y amigos!

ST COLUMBA’S CHURCH & HALL BOOKINGS – To book the Church, Newman Room, or Iona Chapel, contact Magdalena Bukowska at the Church Office 01244 624019, email stcolumbaschurch2016@outlook.com. Office hours Mon-Fri 9a.m. to 2.00p.m.
To check Hall availability, visit the Church Hall calendar on the St Columba’s website, then contact Magdalena during office hours or email: columbashallbookings@gmail.com

NEXT WEEK’S NEWSLETTER – Sunday 21 June to be compiled by Eileen Irwin, phone 01244 371660, email: st.theresas@btinternet.com. Deadline: 9.00a.m. Wednesday 17 June. Please include a contact number with your notice and also email a copy to Fr. William at st.theresas@btinternet.com

The month of June is dedicated to The Sacred Heart of Jesus

THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST

7 JUNE 2026

Saturday 6 June
St Theresa’s	5.00pm	Barney Sculley RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Peter Fogg
Sunday 7 June – THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST. Solemn.
St Theresa’s	9.30am	First Holy Communion Thanksgiving
St Columba’s	11.00am	First Holy Communion Thanksgiving Charles Trainor RIP
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite
Monday 8 June
St Theresa’s		Parishioners’ Intentions
St Columba’s	10.30am	Maureen Birch RIP & Eddie & Elwell Family
Tuesday 9 June
St Theresa’s		Fr Marcel Fangoo CSSp
St Columba’s		Parishioners’ Intentions
Wednesday 10 June
St Theresa’s		Priests’ Intentions
St Columba’s	9.30am	Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
	10.15am	Novena Prayers
	10.30am	Catherine Sims
Thursday 11 June – St Barnabus, Ap. Mem.
St Theresa’s		Linda Barlow RIP
St Columba’s		Priests’ Intentions
Friday 12 June – THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS. Solemn.
St Theresa’s	10.00am	Peter Lloyd RIP
St Columba’s		The Parish
Saturday 13 June
St Theresa’s	5.00pm	Paddy McHugh RIP
St Columba’s	6.30pm	Anne Rooney RIP
Sunday 14 June – 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
St Theresa’s	9.30am	Beryl Williams RIP
St Columba’s	11.00am	Carol Traynor
	2.00pm	Kerala Catholic Community Mass in Syro-Malabar Rite

LIVE STREAMING OF MASS – Mass will be streamed at St Theresa’s on Sunday 7 June at 9.30am.

RECENTLY DECEASED – Please remember in your prayers Kate Paradyz, who died recently, and her family and friends. Requiem Mass for Kate is on Friday 19 June at 2p.m. at St Columba’s.

ANNIVERSARIES – Eileen Waters, Helen Mary Jones, Fr Marcel Fangoo CSSp, Min Gannon, Linda Theresa Barlow, Bernard Martin Walsh, Albert Hodkinson.

POPES PRAYER INTENTION FOR JUNE – FOR THE VALUES OF SPORTS. Let us pray that sports be an instrument of peace, encounter, and dialogue among cultures and nations, and that they promote values such as respect, solidarity, and personal growth.

EXTRA ORDINARY MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST – Commitment to service and renewal of this ministry will take place this weekend during Mass.

CONFESSIONS – After each weekday Mass until 11.30a.m.
Saturdays:
St Columba’s  6.00p.m. – 6.25p.m.
St Theresa’s   4.30p.m. – 4.55p.m.

WEDDINGS, BAPTISMS & FUNERALS – Please contact one of the Parish Offices to make your arrangements. 

CHILDREN’S LITURGY – The Children’s Liturgy normally happens at the 11a.m. service at St Columba’s on the 1^st and 3^rd Sundays of each month. See the parish website under the Family tab.

PARISH OFFERTORY – Loose Plate: £486.70; Planned Giving: £263.00; Average weekly SO £718.15. (St Columba’s) Dona Stations: £59; Candles: £40.20. Thank you for your kind generosity.

SPIRITANS COLLECTION – The total amount collected on 23-24 May for the Spiritans was £946.13. Many thanks for your generosity.

FR WILLIAM – Please remember that Thursday is Fr William’s day off.

PRAYING TOGETHER FOR 

• The residents of Cambridge Road, Devon Road, Yerburgh Street, Brisbane Road, Darwin Road, Chevron Hey and Chevron Close
• Our local Councillors and the work they do. 
• Our Parish Council and those involved with the Arradon twinning

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK – “Everyone has oceans to fly, if they have the heart to do it. Is it reckless? Maybe. But what do dreams know of boundaries?” Amelia Earhart

200 CLUB – The bank has informed us that we can no longer use the current account and would need to set up a new one.  This would incur a monthly fee, and we would be charged for cheques written and money deposited.  In the light of this we have decided to end the 200 club.  The last draw will be the 5 July.  Funds remaining will be transferred to the parish account. Many thanks for all your support over the many years this has been running.

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION THANKSGIVING MASS – ST COLUMBA’S – All the children who received their First Holy Communion here in May are coming together for a Parish Thanksgiving Mass this Sunday 7 June at 11.00am. They will sit in the central benches which will be reserved for them. Please continue to pray for the children at this special time.

ST COLUMBA’S COFFEE ROTA – We need volunteers every Sunday after 11:00 Mass. To raise money for your good cause, please put your details on the sheet and let Margaret Curtis know on 01244 318424 or marg.curtis@outlook.com
07 June – St Columba’s Feast Day, barbecue
14 June – volunteers please
21 June – volunteers please 

Parish barbecue TODAY Sunday 7 June – It’s St Columba’s Feast Day this month, and we traditionally hold a barbecue to celebrate. Join us for a tasty burger, sausage or bacon butty for just £2.50, in St Columba’s Hall, after 11am Mass. Pay by card or cash.

ANNUAL PARISH COACH TRIP – NOTTINGHAM – Our annual coach trip this year is to Nottingham on Thurs 30 July for just £18 per person. Payment details on the poster, so to book your place, put your name on the list in either church. 

BADMINTON GROUP – The Parish Badminton Group meets on Thursdays from 7p.m. to 9p.m. in St Columba’s Hall and is looking for new members. Mixed group, all ages, all abilities welcome.

CONFIRMATION PREPARATION – If you are high school age, or older, and wish to prepare to be Confirmed at the next Chester Parishes celebration of Confirmation, on 11 November ’26, for young people – parents please register by emailing stcolumbatheresaconfirmation@hotmail.co.uk. Please include your child’s date of birth and school year. This year the preparation programme for parishioners from all Chester Catholic Parishes will be led by St. Columba and St. Theresa’s Confirmation preparation team at St. Columba’s church. Adults wishing to prepare to be Confirmed please speak to Fr William, or email Father at st.theresas@btinternet.com.
The Confirmation preparation information meeting for youth candidates and their parents will be on Monday 8 June, starting 7p.m., in St. Columba’s church. If you are not sure about being Confirmed, you are welcome to come and find out more about the preparation. 

BOOK SALES – ST WERBURGH’S – To celebrate 150 years of St, Werburgh’s Church, Chester, being opened, the parishioners have produced a book describing the history of the church/parish over the last 150 years. Copies of the book will be on sale at the end of mass on the following dates. Price £7 per copy – cost price.
St. Columba – Sat and Sun 6 and 7 June.
St. Theresa – Sat and Sun 13 and 14 June.
We are sure that you will enjoy this book about the roots of Catholicism in Chester and recommend it to former parishioners. (St. Werburgh’s History Group)

MISA EN ESPAñOL UNA VEZ AL MES! – Monthly Mass in Spanish for our Spanish speaking community in Chester and anyone who wishes to participate”. 
Date: Saturday 20th June at 4pm. 
Location: St Clare’s, Downsfield Rd, Chester. CH4 8HH 
This Mass will take place on the 3^rd Sunday of each month, and it is a beautiful opportunity to come together in faith, prayer and community in the Spanish Language. 
Tea, coffee and biscuits will be served after the service. If you want further information, please contact Lina Greig: 07837512544.
!TODOS SON BIENVENIDOS, FAMILIA Y AMIGOS! “Porque donde dos o tres se reunen en mi nombre, alli estoy yo en medio de ellos” 

ST COLUMBA’S CHURCH & HALL BOOKINGS – To book the Church, Newman Room, or Iona Chapel, contact Magdalena Bukowska at the Church Office 01244 624019, email stcolumbaschurch2016@outlook.com. Office hours Mon-Fri 9a.m. to 2.00p.m.
To check Hall availability, visit the Church Hall calendar on the St Columba’s website, then contact Magdalena during office hours or email: columbashallbookings@gmail.com

NEXT WEEK’S NEWSLETTER – Sunday 14 June to be compiled by Magdalena Bukowska at the Church Office, 01244 624019, email stcolumbaschurch2016@outlook.com. Deadline: 9.00a.m. Wednesday 10 June.
Please include a contact number with your notice and also email a copy to Fr. William at st.theresas@btinternet.com