News & Information

USEFUL INFORMATION & RESOURCES  (Updated 24 July 2021)

This Week’s Newsletter:    25-07-21

Catholic Pictorial for July:    Catholic Pic July 2021 by catholicpic – issuu

Lourdes ‘At Home’ Pilgrimage:    lourdes_at_home_2021

 

COVID-19 UPDATE

Although the Prime Minister has lifted most of the restrictions that were in place to prevent the spread of Covid-19, given the high rate of infection in the UK and in Warrington, I intend to keep our churches covid-secure environments based on risk assessments by continuing with the protocols we already have in place.  I will review these measures when the rate of infection reduces to a ‘safe’ level.  So, for now, wearing a mask or face covering in church remains mandatory, social distancing and sanitising will also continue.

It’s important to remember that even if you have received two jabs, you can still catch Covid-19 and transmit it to others.  However, the vaccine should prevent you from becoming seriously ill.

New Covid-19 Symptoms

The Delta (Indian) variant is now the dominant variant in the UK and the symptoms are different.  The top five symptoms reported are: (1) Headache, (2) Sore Throat, (3) Runny Nose, (4) Fever, (5) Cough.

Daily Update

See Dr John Campbell:    Dr. John Campbell – YouTube

Mass Times

We will continue the temporary schedule of Mass times for the time being.  The Sunday obligation remains suspended.

Baptisms, Marriages & Funerals

As from 19 July 2021, given the high rate of infection in Warrington, only 50 people will be allowed to attend a Baptism, Wedding or Funeral at both St Benedict’s and St Oswald’s.

Sacrament of Reconciliation

Confession is available on request or by appointment.

Private Prayer

For the time being, our churches are open 45 minutes before each Mass and for 30 minutes after each Mass.  Once the rate of infection falls, we hope to reopen St Benedict’s during the day.

Care of the Sick & Dying

Fr John Schofield and I continue to cover the hospital.  If you are concerned about a loved one, please ask the hospital to page us and we will attend as soon as possible.  Similarly, if you’re worried about a loved one in a care home, please ask the care home to contact us directly.

Many thanks,
Fr Dave

 

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION

Thank you to all the young people who have signed up for Confirmation.  I will write to you very soon.  Fr Dave

 

ARCHDIOCESAN SYNOD

Pastoral Letter from the Archbishop

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Synod Day Newsletter

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Synod Recommendations

www.synod2020recommendations.org.uk

Reflections on the Synod Recommendations

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PARISH FINANCES

There are four ways you can continue to support the parish financially at this time:

1) You could put your weekly offering aside and then bring it to church when you next visit.

2) You could set up a standing order.  You can download a form here:

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3) You can make one-off and regular donations to the Parish online at this address:

https://donate.liverpoolcatholic.org.uk/blessed-james-bell-warrington

4) Text giving is also available for both one-off and regular donations.  Details can be found here:    text-giving

 

DOMESTIC ABUSE

#YouAreNotAlone is the Government’s campaign to reassure victims of domestic abuse that there is help for them during the current crisis:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-and-domestic-abuse/coronavirus-covid-19-support-for-victims-of-domestic-abuse

If you are in immediate danger, call 999 and ask for the police.  If you call 999 from a mobile and cannot speak, press 55 and this will connect you to the police.

National Domestic Violence Helpline:
0808 2000 247 or https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/

Practical Booklet on Domestic Abuse:

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MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING

Useful resources from Public Health England and The Mental Health Foundation:

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Contacts for support:  https://www.liverpoolcatholicresources.com/mental-health

Warrington Council have a great website:    www.happyoksad.org.uk

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New 24/7 Mental Health Crisis Line
People of all ages, including children and young people, living in Warrington who are experiencing a mental health crisis can access support through a new, 24/7, mental health crisis line:  0800 051 1508  (This is a FREE number)

 

Those living with Dementia and their Carers

The Archdiocese has provided links to resources which may be helpful for those living with dementia and their carers:

https://www.liverpoolcatholicresources.com/dementia

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Dementia Prayer Week | RP Books

 

Additional Resources:

Warrington Public Health Bulletin for December includes information loneliness and mental well being, mental health support and working from home healthily:

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Sleep problems during the current pandemic:

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The importance of laughter in our daily lives:

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Relaxation techniques:

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FAMILY LIFE

Parenting during the present crisis:

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For those who are divorced and separated:

https://www.restoredlives.org/dealing-with-the-covid19-crisis-for-divorcees

Messy Church for Children:

https://www.messychurch.org.uk/covid-19

Books for Parents and Children to read together:

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ANIMAL WELFARE

Warrington Animal Welfare

Website:    Warrington Animal Welfare

Telephone:    01925 748638  (10.00 am – 4.00 pm)

Email:    [email protected]

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Lucky Hens Rescue

Lucky Hens Rescue is a non profit organisation that rescues hens that are going to be slaughtered and tries to rehome them.  A few parishioners have adopted hens and alerted me to the charity.  You can read more here:

Lucky Hens Rescue – Lucky Hens Rescue – Non Profit Organisation – Based in Ince, Wigan