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Parish Cell of Our Lady of Walsingham

Members of the Parish Cell of Our Lady of Walsingham will gather this month to give thanks for our recent pilgrimage and for the many blessings received during our time at the Shrine.

Pilgrimage always reminds us that the Christian life itself is a journey: we travel to holy places in order to return renewed and strengthened for the ordinary paths of daily discipleship. Those who travelled to Walsingham carry back not simply memories, but prayers offered, friendships deepened, and fresh encouragement in faith.

Please continue to pray for the work of the Cell and for all pilgrims, that Our Lady may continue to lead us ever closer to her Son.

Whilst on pilgrimage, Cell members also reflected on our pattern of meeting. Some time ago, in response to enquiries from those interested in joining us but unable to attend on Saturdays, we altered our meeting day on an experimental basis for six months. Unfortunately, the revised arrangements have not proved successful, and those who had sought an alternative meeting time have not subsequently joined us.

We have therefore agreed to return to our former and more familiar pattern of meeting on the second Saturday of each month (with the exception of August). There is a simplicity in this arrangement that makes it easier to remember and establish as part of our regular rhythm of prayer. Accordingly, the Cell will next meet on Saturday 13 June, beginning with a Mass of the Holy House at 9.30am in the Lady Chapel, followed by the Cell meeting. New members and enquirers are always very warmly welcome.

House Group

Wednesday 17 June 2026 at 2.00pm

Our monthly House Group resumes this month at the Vicarage on Wednesday 17 June at 2.00pm. During our time together we shall be reflecting on some of the recent feast days of the Church and considering what they might say to us in our own lives of faith and discipleship. There will be opportunity for discussion, prayer and fellowship in an informal setting. All are warmly welcome, whether you have attended before or are thinking of joining us for the first time.

Monthly Requiem

Thursday 18 June 2026 at Noon

The Lady Chapel

We remember the Faithful Departed at our monthly Requiem on Thursday 18 June at midday in the Lady Chapel. Whilst all are welcome, we particularly invite those whose loved ones have anniversaries during June, and those who have been recently bereaved. “Rest eternal grant unto them, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon them.”

Northampton Symphony Orchestra

Please note that the Northampton Symphony Orchestra will be rehearsing in church on Wednesday 17 June from 7.00 to 10.00pm. Their summer concert takes place on Saturday 20 June at 7.30pm. Further details regarding tickets and programme information is available separately. Please support this valued use of our church building and the rich musical life of our community.

Northampton Philharmonic Choir - The Sprig of Thyme: A Celebration of John Rutter

Saturday 20 June 2026 at 7.00pm

The Northampton Philharmonic Choir, directed by Thomas Moore, is performing at St Michael and All Angels Church on Saturday 20 June at 7.00pm. Their concert, entitled The Sprig of Thyme: A Celebration of John Rutter, marks the recent 80th birthday of Sir John Rutter, one of the most widely loved and performed composers of choral music of our time. The programme promises an enjoyable evening celebrating the beauty and warmth of his music, much of which has become deeply familiar within the life of the Church and beyond. Tickets are available to book online, or may be purchased on the door: Adults: £17.50 Under 16s: £6.00. Please do support this wonderful evening of music-making in a neighbouring parish. 

Post-Choral Evensong Organ Recital

Sunday 21 June 2026 at 6:30pm

Following Choral Evensong on Sunday 21 June, there will be an organ recital at 6.30pm, given by Stephen Moore, Director of Music at Llandaff Cathedral and formerly Director of Music at St Matthew’s Church. Many within the parish will remember Stephen with affection from his time at St Matthew’s, and it will be a real pleasure to welcome him back among us. We look forward to hearing him once again at the organ in what promises to be an excellent recital. Admission is free, with a retiring collection in support of music at the church.

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.

St Peter's Day

Sunday 28 June 2026

On St Peter's Day we give thanks for the witness of the Apostle Peter – impulsive, faithful, flawed, courageous – the disciple called by Christ to “feed my sheep”. Peter reminds us that God works not through perfect people but through willing hearts. Despite his failures and denials, Peter became a rock upon which Christ built his Church. As we keep this feast, let us pray for the Church throughout the world, for bishops, priests and deacons, and for all who are called to serve Christ and his people.

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.

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