Our SVPs collect food for the hungry, can you spare a tin a week for this also some toiletries? These can be left in the boxes at the back of our churches. The Lord tells us to feed the hungry, so thank you all for your donations which are sincerely appreciated.
St Aelred’s church flower team would gratefully accept flowers from your garden or bought flowers to be used to decorate the church. Please leave donations at the back of church in the bucket marked Flowers.
Friendship Groups: St Aelred’s Friendship Group meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 1.30pm – 3.30pm all most welcome. St Mary’s Friendship Group meet Monday afternoons from 1.30pm to 3pm with refreshments and good cake! All most welcome.
St Mark’s way on the national jubilee pilgrimage of hope: begins on Saturday, 6th September with 8am Mass at Leeds Cathedral. Wall all or part of the way between the Cathedral and the Jubilee Pilgrimage Church of St Austin in Wakefield. See Diocesan website for details of how to sign up.
St Aelred’s Church is kept clean by a team of volunteers, working in pairs on a rota. We need at least four and, preferably more, volunteers to join the rota and share this important work. Each pair cleans the church, taking 2-3 hours about four times a year. To volunteer or discuss the task without obligation, please contact the Co-ordinator: Harry Harper; email: harperh03@gmail.com; Mobile/Text: 07517 923405.
Feast of St Bernard 12.00 noon Wednesday, 20th August . See poster on noticeboard for admission details. Bring a picnic to make it a day out for all the family after Mass.
ALL welcome to join our Summer Laudato Si’ Mini-Pilgrimage on Saturday 9th August! 11am Mass at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Knaresborough & guided walk to St Robert’s Cave and Chapel of Our Lady of the Crag. Sign up via communications@dioceseofleeds.org.uk More information here: https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/event/four-seasons-of-creation-laudato-si-minipilgrimage-for-summer/
Mass intentions gratefully received using the brown envelopes in both churches. All Mass intentions must be made via the brown envelopes in the narthex and a cash donation placed in them or use the tab on the Dona machine. Please give at least 2 weeks’ notice to facilitate a special day.
Joint Parish outing August 14th To celebrate the life and work of Pope Francis and the 10th Anniversary of the publication of his seminal work 'Laudato Si', we will be taking a day trip to the Laudato Si centre at Wardley Hall, Salford. https://laudatosicentre.org.uk/ Coach pickup and drop-off from St Aelred's and St Mary's carparks. Full programme for adults and children at Laudato Si, stop at Banny's https://bannysbritishkitchen.co.uk/ on the way home for tea. Suggested donation £10. Sign up at the back of church, and further details will follow. All most welcome.
Come and enjoy fish, chips and mushy peas on Tuesday 29th July in the hall. Doors open at 12 and fish and chips served at 12:30pm. Cost £6 including tea/coffee and something sweet. Monies to Margaret & Tony. Please add your name to the list at the back of St Aelred’s church if you wish to attend. Any questions please ring Tony on 07912790773
March for Life 2025 will be held on Saturday, 6th September in London. Participating in this familyfriendly event is an excellent way to give a peaceful and positive public witness of our Catholic faith and our belief in the value of every human life. We are currently exploring the possibility of hiring a coach to transport members of St Robert’s and the surrounding parish communities. The cost would be approximately £40 per person. If you are interested, please contact Marie Baker at mbaker0813@gmail.com .
Organ Recital: Stuart McSweeney, renowned organist, will offer an evening of music and light entertainment on Saturday 26th July , 7.00pm at St Aelred’s church. Pimm’s and soft drinks will be served during the interval. Funds raised will got to the SVP. Suggested donation £10.
Taking place at Ampleforth College from Friday 22nd - Monday 25th August, the Youth 2000 Summer Festival provides young adults (aged 16-35) from across the UK the opportunity to come together and explore faith, build relationships and find hope. This four day festival includes great speakers, social time, break-out sessions, Daily Mass, 24/7 Adoration and much more! Register at: youth2000.org/events/summerfestival2025 .
The Fisher Singers have a Summer Celebration concert on Monday 7th of July at 7.30pm at the Cairn Hotel. Tickets are £10, under 18s £8. Please phone 07411 258713/07958665410r tickets can be purchased on the door. Proceeds to go to Harrogate Homeless project.
Saturday 12th July from 11.30 am to 3.45 pm in St. Aelred’s church hall, Woodlands Drive Harrogate HG27BE Speaker is Rev. Olivia Lambert. The title of her talk is ,"The Lord is my shepherd. Exploring the depths of the 23rd Psalm."
St Aelreds Cake Sale 13th July in aid of window blinds for the hall. Please bring cakes for sale either Saturday 12th or on the morning, don’t forget some cash to buy cakes for tea.
Sunday 6th July from 10.30am Please bring your own picnic and blanket, also any family favourite outdoor games. Games list to add to at the back of church.
St Mary’s Bed Race Café raised an amazing £1186.85! A very big thank you to all who helped to make the event so memorable.
Saturday 28th June in St Aelred’s Hall. 10am-3.30pm. A day retreat in the Celtic tradition. Christ asks us not to lock Him away inside the walls of the church, but to follow Him and wash the feet of the world. Andy and Anna Raine of the Northumbrian Community on Lindisfarne will lead the day of prayer, music and scripture. Please bring something for a Shared Table lunch. All most welcome!
Youth group - new members welcome - our youth group for young people in Year 7 and above will be gathering on Sunday evenings in St Aelred's Church hall 6.30pm to 8pm. For more details please see Maria Coyle or send her an email via the parish email address Below are some of the photos from various activities: