November is dedicated to the Holy Souls we will spend the month praying for the faithful departed who have died in God's grace & friendship.

Sunday 1st November: The Solemnity of All Saints: Solemn Mass, 10am @ St John’s the Evangelist Carlinghow. Gold/White

Mon 2nd. All Souls Day: Solemn Requiem Mass for the Faithful Departed, 7pm @ St John’s the Evangelist Carlinghow. Black

Tues 3rd: Of Requiem, Mass 7pm @ Christ Church Stancliffe. Black

Wed 4th: Saint Charles Borromeo, Bishop, no Mass Fr Jay @ SSC Chapter. White.

Thurs 5th: Of Requiem, Mass 12pm @ St John’s the Evangelist Carlinghow. Black.

Fri 6th, Friday of week 31 in Ordinary Time, Feria, No Mass - Fr Jay Day off. Green.

Sat 7th: Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary:
St John’s Coffee Morning 10am-12pm
Mass, 12pm @ St John’s the Evangelist Carlinghow. Blue/white

Sun 8th: 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Remembrance Sunday: 11am @ Christ Church Stancliffe - Solemn Requiem Mass for all the Fallen & Act of Remembrance. Black.

Mon 9th: Dedication of the Lateran Basilica - Feast, Mass 6pm @ Christ Church Stancliffe
White.

Tue 10th: Saint Leo the Great, Pope, Doctor, Mass 7pm @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow followed by Coffee. White. (Fr Jay @ Deanary Chapter from 12pm).

Wed 11th: Saint Martin of Tours, Bishop, Mass 12pm @ Christ Church Stancliffe, Followed by Coffee. White.

Thurs 12th: Saint Josaphat, Bishop, Martyr:
No Mass today Fr Jay @ School Governor visit 9am - 1:30pm & School Resources Meeting @ 4:45. Red.

Fri 13th: Friday of week 32 in Ordinary Time, Feria, No Mass Fr Jay Day Off. Green.

Sat 14th: Saturday memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mass 12pm @ Christ Church Stancliffe. Blue/White

Sunday 15th: 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Solemn Mass 10am @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow. SJE PCC Meeting @12pm sharp. Green.

Mon 16th: Of Requiem, Mass 6pm @ Christ Church Stancliffe. Black.

Tues 17th: Saint Hilda of Whitby, Abbess. Mass 7pm @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow followed by Coffee. White.

Wed 18th: Dedication of the Basilicas of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles, Mass 11am. @ Christ Church Stancliffe followed by Coffee. White.
(Fr Jay Governor visit to school 12pm)

Thurs 19th: Thursday of week 33 in Ordinary Time, No Mass, Fr Jay Day Off. Green

Fri 20th: Of Requiem, Mass 12pm @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow. Black. (1:30pm Fr Jay Governor's visit @ School).

Sat 21: The Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary: St John’s Christmas Coffee Morning 10am-12pm

Mass 12pm @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow. Blue/white

Sun 22nd: CHRISTUS REX Christ the King Solemnity, (Patronal Festival) Solemn Mass 10am @ Christ Church Stancliffe. Gold.

Mon 23rd: Saint Clement I, Pope, Martyr, Mass 6pm @ Christ Church Stancliffe. Red.

Tues 24th: Saints Andrew Dũng-Lạc and his Companions, Martyrs, Mass 7pm @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow followed by Coffee. Red.

Wed 25th: Saint Catherine of Alexandria, Virgin, Martyr, Mass 12pm @ Christ Church followed by Coffee. Red.

Thurs 26th: Of Requiem, Mass 12pm @ St John the Evangelist Carlinghow. Black.
(School Governor's 4.45pm)

Fri 27th: Friday of week 34 in Ordinary Time, No Mass, Fr Jay Day off. Green.

Sat 28th: Saturday memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mass 12pm @ Christ Church Stancliffe. Blue/White

Sun 29th: ADVENT SUNDAY, SOLEMN MASS 10am @ St John’s the Evangelist Carlinghow
Vespers & Benediction of Advent Sunday 3:30pm @ Christ Church Stancliffe. Purple.

Mon 30th: Saint Andrew, Apostle - Feast, Mass 6pm @ Christ Church Stancliffe. Red.

Weekday Mass
​A simpler and shorter celebration of Holy Communion is held daily, offering a quiet space for prayer and reflection. Apart from Fridays (unless a Solemnity or High Day occurs), Mass is celebrated daily and shared between our two parishes.
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Our Weekly Schedule
​Monday: 6:00 pm at Staincliffe.
​Tuesday: 7:00 pm at Carlinghow.
​Followed at 7:30 pm by coffee and a parish drop-in for enquiries regarding Baptisms, Weddings, and other life events.
​Wednesday: 12:00 noon at Staincliffe, followed by coffee and fellowship.
​Thursday: 12:00 noon at Carlinghow.
​Friday: No Mass (excepting Solemnities or High Days).
​Saturday: Mass alternates between both churches.
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Stay Informed:
​As Saturday locations and Friday Solemnities vary, please get in touch or consult the weekly Notice Sheet for the most up-to-date information.

Sunday Services
​We are two parishes but one community, and we alternate Sunday Mass between Christ Church, Staincliffe and St John the Evangelist, Carlinghow.
​To find out which church is hosting this coming Sunday, please check our current Notice Sheet or get in touch with us directly.
​The Solemn Parish Mass
​Our Sunday Mass is a family-friendly and accessible service where we welcome everyone to worship God in the beauty of holiness.
​The liturgy is traditionally Catholic and follows a "High Church" pattern, including:
​The Liturgy of the Word: Scriptural readings and a homily to guide our reflection.
​The Eucharist: The celebration and administration of Holy Communion, which serves as the climax of our worship.
​Ceremony & Music: The use of incense, bells, and plainchant, accompanied by traditional hymns and beautiful vestments.
​Marian Devotion: The service concludes with the Angelus (or the Regina Coeli during the Easter season).
​Fellowship
​Worship does not end with the final blessing. We warmly invite you to stay after the service for refreshments, delicious biscuits, and a chance to socialise with the community.

Join us for a Christmas Concert.
​The Elland Male Voice Choir will perform at Staincliffe Parish Church this December.
​Date: Saturday 12th December
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Staincliffe Parish Church, Batley, WF17 7QZ
​Tickets are £6 for adults and £4 for children. Children under 2 attend free. Admission includes a mince pie and a warm drink.
​We will also hold a Grand Festive Raffle.
​Purchase tickets in advance from PCC members or on the door. Please see the attached flyer, for full details.
​We look forward to seeing you there.