Welcome to St Wilfrid's Parish in the Heart of Preston

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Jesuits and Friends

The Winter edition of Jesuits & Friends is now available to read online.
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Pope's December Prayer Intention

For Pilgrims Of Hope

Let us pray that the coming Church Jubilee Year 2025 strengthens us in our faith; helping us to recognize the Risen Christ in the midst of our lives, transforming us into pilgrims of Christian hope.

Second Sunday of Advent

‘Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight’

Today we celebrate the many great deeds God has worked for us, as he shares with us his mercy and bountiful love. For our part, we are called to repentance of heart and to live a life of love.

Using poetic language, the First Reading offers a prophetic message of joy and hope. The saving presence of God brings about the transformation of his broken-hearted people, and the restoration of Jerusalem.

The Gospel speaks of a still more glorious restoration. John the Baptist, herald of Jesus, appears, calling us to turn again to God. John announces that all humanity is to see ‘the salvation of God’, anticipating the preaching of the gospel to all nations.

St Paul, in the Second Reading, is writing to the Philippians: a church for which he has deep affection. He encourages the new community to continue to grow in love and knowledge of Christ Jesus, so as to enable them to live even better, more fruitful lives.

The Psalmist remembers the joy of deliverance from exile. He begs that God will act again to bring fertility and abundance to his people.

During this season of Advent, we seek the true meaning of repentance in preparation for the coming of Jesus. We pray to leave aside anything that might hinder and blind us to God’s love, and to become even more open to a deepening, faith-filled relationship with the Lord.

(With thanks to St Beuno's Outreach)

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St Wilfrid’s is an active Catholic parish. in the heart of Preston, served by the Society of Jesus (Jesuits), with a history going back over 200 years. As Parish Priest I am delighted to welcome you to St Wilfrid’s.  This website gives you details of the many activities of our dedicated parishioners as well as the history of this church.  Please contact us for more information or if there is anything we can do.

Wishing you every blessing.

Chris Pedley, S.J.

The Joy of Advent

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On Sunday 15th December, after the 10:15 Mass, in the Church Courtyard and the Parish Centre everyone is invited to come, celebrate and make time to get together as a Parish to prepare for the birth of Jesus.

We will use our new BBQ in honour of Geoff Thompson to serve you “Bratwurst” Glühwein (mulled wine) and a traditional Christmas market treat.

Please can you help? We would like to run a stall of homemade biscuits, cakes, preserves and crafts but we need you to make these!

Please speak with or contact Christine Cox     email christinecox2912@gmail.com

or leave a message with the Parish Administrator 01772 554396

Our Remembrance Sunday Mass, 10 November 2024

Remembrance Mass
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The Entrance to St Wilfrid's Chruch, Preston
Northern Jesuit Parishes Group Photo for the Feast of St Ignatius 31 July at Stonyhurst
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