WELCOME TO ST AGNES ECCLESTON
Alleluia, alleluia. Jesus proclaimed the Gospel of the kingdom and cured every disease among the people. Alleluia, alleluia.
MASS TIMES THIS WEEK
Sunday 16th August 11.00am
Francis Fairbrother RIP
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Wednesday 19th August
No Mass
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Friday 21st August
No Mass
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Sunday 23rd August 11.00am
Parishioners
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SUNDAY 16th AUGUST 2026
INTENTIONS
Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Pope Francis wrote that “in the hour of trial faith brings light.” The terrible trial of a demonically tormented child could have wrecked the Canaanite woman’s spirit, weighing her down with despondency and defeat. But faith lifts her from hopelessness and carries her to the “holy mountain” that is Christ. The promise proclaimed by Saint Paul—that God desires to have mercy on all—moves the woman beyond fatalism and doubt. Even Christ’s silence does not dissuade her. Instead it serves to steel her belief and renew her efforts to beg for what God is eager to give her.
Pope Leo XIV has urged Catholics across the globe to join him this July in praying for respect for human life.
He released the monthly “Pray with the Pope” video on Thursday, which is prepared by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network.
In his prayer, the Pope recognized that the Lord has created each of us in love and called us to live in fullness.
"Each person is a sacred gift that reflects your face," he said, "from the first instant of existence to the final breath of their journey on earth."
"Today," he continued, "we ask for the grace to recognise and protect the unique and unrepeatable value of every human being."
QUICK LINKS
Boarbank Hall
Retreats & Holidays
Boarbank Hall is a special place of peace and hospitality.
The Community of Augustinian Sisters warmly welcome you to share their home.
