News & Events - Weekly Notices

St Matthew's Ladies Group

St Matthew's Ladies Group meetings are on Monday afternoons from 2.00pm till 4.00pm in the Parish Centre, on the second and fourth Mondays of the month. For more information on meetings coming up, visit our St Matthew's Ladies Group page.

Walsingham Cell Mass

Saturday 11 July 2026 at 9.30am

Members of our Walsingham Cell, together with friends and visitors, gather on Saturday 11 July at 9.30am in the Lady Chapel for a Mass of the Holy House, followed by a meeting and fellowship. The title of this month’s Mass, The Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth, reminds us that Christian pilgrimage always sends us out to encourage and support one another.

The Healing Ministries

On the second Sunday of each month

A gentle reminder that on the second Sunday of each month the laying on of hands and the sacrament of anointing are available during the Parish Mass. After receiving Holy Communion, or a blessing, worshippers are invited to make their way to the Lady Chapel if they wish to receive these ministries. Some come carrying their own needs; others come holding someone else in their hearts and prayers. All are welcome.

Supporting Our Churchwardens

Monday 13 July 2026 at 7.30pm

All Saints' Church, Northampton

The Admission of Churchwardens takes place this year at All Saints’ Church, Northampton, on Monday 13 July at 7.30pm. Our own churchwardens, Gary Drinkwater and Dave Wilson, have kindly agreed to serve for another year and will be among those admitted. Churchwardens carry a great deal of responsibility, often quietly and without much fuss, and we owe them our gratitude and prayers. If you are able, do come and support them.

House Group

Wednesday 15 July 2026 at 2.00pm

Our next House Group gathering will be on Wednesday 15 July at 2.00pm at the vicarage. We usually reflect on a recent homily as a starting point for open and enriching conversation. Those who attend have found these sessions deeply nourishing. Why not come and see for yourself? You would be most welcome.

Remembering the Faithful Departed

Friday 17 July 2026 at midday

Our monthly Requiem Mass will be celebrated in the Lady Chapel on Friday 17 July at midday. Praying for the faithful departed has always been an important part of the spiritual life of St Matthew's. Many of us carry within our hearts the memory of those we love but see no longer. If a loved one’s anniversary falls during July, do make a special effort to join us if you can.

Junior Church

A New Junior Church Schedule

Junior Church now takes place every Sunday during term time, except on All Age Mass weeks. All Age Mass dates can be found on the All Age Mass page.

The End of the School Year

By the time this magazine appears, many younger members of our community will already be counting down the days until the summer holidays. Their teachers may be counting down even more enthusiastically! As schools break up, please remember in your prayers all children and young people, their parents and carers, those awaiting examination results, and those preparing to move on to new schools, colleges, training, or employment. May the summer be a time of refreshment, growth, happiness, and safety for all.

Looking Ahead

A reminder to members of the Standing Committee that we meet on Wednesday 29 July at 4.00pm in the Parish Centre. Please come armed with both papers and diaries.

Finally, a note for your calendars: I shall be on annual leave from Monday 3 August until Sunday 23 August inclusive. During that time Fr Nicholas Gandy will kindly undertake the specifically priestly ministries of the parish. Details of weekday Masses will appear in the weekly notices and on the parish website.

Until next month, may God grant you rest when you are weary, courage when you are anxious, companions when you are lonely, and joy in the ordinary blessings of summer. 

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