About Us
Things are getting better. Our church is now open for communal worship and throughout the day for private prayer. All restrictions put in place to combat the Covid Pandemic have now been lifted. Individuals are still asked to act sensibly and responsibly because although the virus has not gone away, we do have to learn to live with it. If you still prefer to take your own precautions such as wearing a mask and hand sanitizing then please do so.
The Parish of S.S. Leonard & Jude Scawsby, with S. Luke's Scawthorpe,
Serving the areas of Cusworth, Scawsby, Scawthorpe, Sunnyfields.
A Church of England Catholic Parish in full communion with Anglican Catholic Bishops.
A modern catholic parish in affiliation with the Society.
With effect from 5th September 2023 Father David begins his ministry with the people of New Bentley and Arksey. Along with S.S. Leonard and Jude Scawsby and S. Luke's Scawthorpe the new missional area of the Sacred Heart of Jesus will be formed.
Enquiries concerning marriage, banns and baptisms via the Parish Priest or by leaving a message on the ACNY website.
THE WEEK AHEAD.
Week 4 of Advent.
Monday 23.12.2024 - Advent Feria (Commemoration S. John of Kety - Priest).
Prayer intention - For all victims.
Mass 9.30am at S. Luke's.
Tuesday 24.12.2024 - Advent Feria.
Prayer intention - For parents and families.
Family Vigil Mass 4pm at S. Leonard's.
Family Crib Service 6pm at All Saints Arksey.
Vigil Mass 8pm at S. Philip and S. James.
Carols by Candlelight 11pm at S. Leonard's.
Midnight Mass 11.30pm at S. Leonard's.
Midnight Mass 11.30pm at All Saints Arksey.
Wednesday 25.12.2024 - The Nativity of the Lord.
Prayer intention - For Bishop Stephen.
Dawn Mass 8am at All Saints Arksey.
Mass of the Day 1015am at S. Philip and S. James.
Mass during the day for the Nativity of the Lord 11am at S. Leonard's.
Thursday 26.12.2024 - S. Stephen the first Martyr.
Prayer intention - For the Diocese of Sheffield.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 9.30am at S. Leonards.
Mass 10am at S. Leonard's.
Friday 27.12.2024 - S. John - Apostle and Evangelist.
Prayer Intention - For the poor and those in debt.
Mass 10am at S. Leonard's.
Holy Rosary resumes after the New Year.
Saturday 28.12.2024 - The Holy Innocents - Martyrs.
Prayer Intention - For an end to conflict.
Mass 10am at All Saints Arksey.
Sacrament of Reconciliation 10.30am at All Saints Arksey.
Sunday 29.12.2024 - The Holy Family of Jesus Mary and Joseph.
Prayer Intention - For the people of the mission area of Scawsby, Cusworth, Scawthorpe, New Bentley and Arksey.
Morning Prayer 9.30am at S. Leonard's.
Sung Mass 9am at All Saints Arksey.
Sung Mass 10.15am at S. Philip & S. James New Bentley.
Solemn Mass 11am at S. Leonard's.
Readings for Year C.
1st Reading - Samuel 1:20-22. 24-28.
2nd reading - First letter of S. John 3:1-2. 21-24.
Gospel - Luke 2:41-52.
Psalm response - They are happy who dwell in your house. O Lord.
The Divine Office.
Psalter week 4, scripture reading onwards from Advent week 4 until the Nativity of the Lord then the Christmas Octave. Saints shown above.
Daily Readings - Cycle 1.
Advent week 4 until the Nativity of the Lord then readings for the Octave.
Thursday St. Stephen the Martyr until evening prayer then hymn, psalms and canticle from evening prayer 2 for Christmas Day, scripture reading onwards from the proper (26th).
Thursday St. John apostle and evangelist until evening prayer then hymn, psalms and canticles from evening prayer 2 for Christmas Day, scripture reading onwards from the proper (27th). AND SO ON.
Confessions:
Saturdays after Mass.
Parish Policies.
1. Giving - That we encourage planned sacrificial giving and only raise money through other means for specific urgent building projects with the approval of the Church Council. Money can be donated towards the work of the church in Scawsby, Scawthorpe and Cusworth via our website.
2. Mass Rite - That we are a catholic parish within the Church of England and that we use the current Roman Rite.
May your people, Lord, persevere in obedience to your will, so that, through this obedience, your Church in our time, may grow in grace & increase in numbers. Through Christ our Lord. Amen
Living Lord Jesus calls his followers to seek first your Kingdom. Renew us as we make your love known. Release us to share freely together in mission and rejuvenate us to be fruitful in your service. Give us courage, wisdom and compassion, that strengthened with the grace of the Holy Spirit, we may as the Diocese of Sheffield, both flourish and grow through Christ our Lord. Amen.
SAFEGUARDING.
As a parish we take seriously the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults. We have formally adopted the House of Bishops 'Promoting a Safer Church' policy statement and a copy is displayed in the church. The Church Council has a current Parish Safeguarding Policy relating to children and vulnerable adults. A current DBS is in place for the parish Safeguarding Representative and for those meeting the eligibility criteria.
The Parish Safeguarding Representative is Tony Lindley who along the with the Parish Priest are ultimately responsible for any matters of concern relating to children and vulnerable adults. Contact details are on display in the parish church.
******AS A PARISH WE SUPPORT THE LOCAL FOOD BANK. PLEASE REMEMBER TO DONATE TO THE FOOD BANK!!!*****
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