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14th/15th February 2026 6th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Year A (II)
Saturday 14 - February
11:00 am -12:00 noon Adoration and Confessions at Buxton
3:30 pm Adoration and Confessions at Marple Bridge
4:00 pm Mass at Marple Bridge
4:30 pm Adoration and Confessions at Chapel-en-le-Frith
5:00 pm Live streamed Mass at Chapel-en-le-Frith for Jean Kadzevski RIP
Sunday 15 - February
9:00 am Adoration and Confessions at New Mills
9:30 am Mass at New Mills for Mary Chadwick RIP
9:30 am Adoration and Confessions at Buxton
10:00 am Live streamed Mass at Buxton for Amanda North RIP anniversary
11:00 am Adoration and Confessions at Marple Bridge
11:30 am Mass at Marple Bridge
12:30 pm Baptism of Edith Bracewell at Marple Bridge
Monday 16 - February
10:00 am Mass at Buxton
10:00 am - 12:00 noon Chapel-en-le-Frith Church open for prayer
1:30 pm Funeral for Mary Chadwick RIP at New Mills
Tuesday 17 - February
9:30 am Adoration at New Mills
10:00 am Mass at New Mills
Wednesday 18 - February ASH WEDNESDAY
9:00 am Adoration at New Mills
9:30 am Mass at New Mills
9:30 am Adoration at Buxton
10:00 am Mass at Buxton
10:45 am Adoration at Marple Bridge
11:15 am Mass at Marple Bridge
11:30 am Adoration at Chapel-en-le-Frith
12:00 noon Mass at Chapel-en-le-Frith
5:30 pm Adoration at Buxton
6:00 pm Mass at Buxton
Thursday 19 - February
9:30 am Adoration at New Mills
10:00 am Mass at New Mills
9:30 am Adoration at Marple Bridge
10:00 am Mass at Marple Bridge
10:00 am Scripture Group at Angela's house. Phone 07892687017 for details
12:00 noon Funeral for David Carter RIP
2:00 pm Made For Heaven - Lent retreat in St Anne's Presbytery
6:30 pm Adoration and Confessions at Buxton
7:30 pm STATION MASS at Buxton with BISHOP PATRICK
Friday 20 - February
9:30 am Adoration at Buxton
10:00 am Mass at Buxton in thanksgiving for Mancy's recovery
9:30 am Adoration at Marple Bridge
10:00 am Mass at Marple Bridge
Saturday 21 - February
11:00 am -12:00 noon Adoration and Confessions at Buxton
3:30 pm Adoration and Confessions at Marple Bridge
4:00 pm Mass at Marple Bridge for Thomas Delaney RIP
4:30 pm Adoration and Confessions at Chapel-en-le-Frith
5:00 pm Live streamed Mass at Chapel-en-le-Frith for Eileen Wragg RIP
Sunday 22 - February
9:00 am Adoration and Confessions at New Mills
9:30 am Mass at New Mills for Catherine Hodnett RIP
9:30 am Adoration and Confessions at Buxton
10:00 am Live streamed Mass at Buxton for Lucyna and Bronislaw Sarzynski RIP
11:00 am Adoration and Confessions at Marple Bridge
11:30 am Mass at Marple Bridge
Please pray for all who have recently died: Fr Paul Entwistle, who was Assistant Priest in Buxton 1982-1984; Click to read an account of his life. Also for David Carter whose funeral is at 12:00noon on Thursday in Marple Bridge and for Mary Chadwick whose funeral is at 1:30pm on Monday in New Mills. Please remember their families in your prayers.
Fr Greg writes: "I HAVE COME NOT TO ABOLISH, BUT TO FULFIL”
On this 6th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Jesus speaks to us in the Gospel with words that are both challenging and life-giving. He tells us that he has come not to abolish the Law, but to fulfil it. In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus calls us beyond a faith of mere rule-keeping to one that is rooted in the heart. He invites us to look honestly at our intentions, our relationships, and our choices, and to allow God’s grace to transform us from within. These words prepare us well for the beginning of Lent, which starts this week on ASH WEDNESDAY. Lent is a sacred season of renewal, a time to return to the Lord with sincerity through prayer, fasting, and acts of charity. Ash Wednesday is a day of fasting and abstinence, reminding us of our dependence on God and our desire to turn away from sin and live the Gospel more fully.
On Ash Wednesday, the distribution of ashes will take place at the following Masses:
• Buxton: 10.00am and 6.00pm
• Chapel-en-le-Frith: 12 noon
• New Mills: 9.30am
• Marple Bridge: 11.15am
As we are marked with ashes and hear the call to repentance, we are reminded that Lent is not about burden, but about freedom - the freedom that comes from allowing Christ to shape our hearts and lives more deeply.
LENTEN DEANERY STATION MASS with BISHOP PATRICK – at St Anne’s this Thursday 19th February, at 7:00pm. Confessions and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament beforehand. Refreshments will be served after Mass.
MADE FOR HEAVEN - Join us this Lent as we journey with Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR. Using video reflections from his book ‘Made for Heaven’, we will gather together for prayer, reflection, and fellowship as we seek to open our hearts to love, serve, and care for each other.
We will meet each Thursday during Lent, beginning this week, 19th February, at 2:00 pm in St Anne’s Presbytery.
If you would like to buy the book (not essential for our retreat) please visit: https://www.rpbooks.co.uk/made-for-heaven-a-guided-lent-journal
JOIN YOUNG ADULTS from across the diocese of Nottingham to enter more deeply into prayer this Lent with Sycamore’s ‘ LEARNING TO PRAY THIS LENT ’, 7:30 pm Monday 23rd February - Monday 30th March.
Just bring yourself, a bible, and a hot drink of your choice (unless you’re fasting!). With lots of practical tips, wisdom from the bible, stories from the saints, and advice about common difficulties people face when praying. Sign up at www.dioceseofnottingham.uk/events/yasycamore
There will be a SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND for Diocesan Poor and Needy Parishes
“ Go, make disciples ” - Five-Year Diocesan Mission Plan (2026–2030), entitled “ Go, make disciples ” reminding us that our mission is rooted in listening to and responding to God’s Word has now been launched. From the beginning of his ministry among us, our Bishop has listened carefully to clergy, religious and lay faithful throughout the diocese. Together, we have honestly faced the challenges before us: declining numbers, financial pressures, fewer and older priests, and the need to provide pastoral care across a large geographical area. Yet the Bishop has been clear that our goal must never be simply to manage decline, but to reshape our diocesan life for renewal, growth and mission. All of this is set out in the Diocesan Mission Plan which is both a spiritual and a practical mission plan to help us respond to Christ’s words to his disciples, and to each of us: “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit…and behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age”. (Mt. 28: 19-20). You can find a link to the both the summary (distributed at Mass last weekend) and the full Mission Plan on our website: https://www.stannes.gbr.cc/ If you are unable to access it online, there are still a few printed copies available.
ENABLING OUR MISSION CAMPAIGN - As you are aware, our parishes are undertaking the Enabling Our Mission Campaign which aims to support our mission of becoming more outward looking, while also striving to ensure that the fewer priests now available for active ministry across the Diocese are best able to serve our communities. We will be hosting some small gatherings to explain this initiative to members of the laity and hope you are able to join us IN CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH on: Wednesday, 25th February after 10:00 am Mass or at 5:30pm.
CAFOD LENT APPEAL – FAMILY FAST DAY COLLECTION FRIDAY 27TH FEB. This Lent, live out the Gospel call to love your neighbour. By fasting and giving what you save, you join in Christ’s compassion and help another family put food on the table. Your donation can help families around the world grow food in difficult conditions. Collect a CAFOD envelope to bless others with your support, donate online at www.cafod.org.uk/envelope or call 0303 303 3030. Text CAFODLENT to 70085 to donate £10.
Respond to Our Lady’s invitation, and join Bishop Patrick, in the NOTTINGHAM DIOCESAN LOURDES PILGRIMAGE 2026.
Departing from East Midlands airport on Monday 13th July, enjoy five days in Lourdes with over 200 people from across our diocese. Those with additional needs will be cared for by our health team and helpers’ team. Mary invites us all to come to this holy place. More details from the tour operator: https://www.tangney-tours.com/diocese-pilgrimages/diocese-nottingham/
NEWS FROM CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH -
Starting this Friday, 20th February, there will be STATIONS OF THE CROSS every Friday in Lent at 10:00am. All welcome.
LENT LUNCHES at Chapel Town Hall. Every Friday, 20th Feb - 27th March, 12-1:00pm.
BINGO 25th February, 2:00pm at Chapel. £5.00. Good prizes, tea and coffee. All welcome!
ST ANNE’S REPOSITORY - a selection of gifts and cards is available at the back of St Anne’s Church, including gifts and cards for Easter and First Communion. If you’d like to order a specific item, you can browse the catalogues or visit https://www.cbcdistributors.co.uk/ Order forms are available in the repository cabinet. For any questions or assistance, please contact Trish Bothamley on 07964 235659.
Our Jubilee Year Pledge to support THE HOLY FAMILY PARISH IN GAZA will end with a final collection in March. If you wish to continue supporting them, there are various ways, please see: https://www.friendsoftheholyland.org.uk/ways-to-donate
‘ WASTE NOT, WANT NOT ’ at the United Reformed Church, redistribute surplus food from supermarkets, that would otherwise go to landfill, open to ALL local residents of Buxton and surrounding areas - there is no charge for the food. Open 6 days a week - 10:00 am -12:00 pm. Find them at URC Buxton, Hardwick Square East, Buxton, SK17 6PT
ST ANNE’S HEATING - Thank you for your patience over the last few weeks whilst we didn’t have any heating. A new boiler has now been installed, so the church will be warm once again!
IF YOU ARE A UK TAXPAYER, PLEASE CONSIDER GIFT AIDING YOUR COLLECTION as it increases the value of your offering by 25% at no extra cost to yourself. It would greatly help the parish if you were able to set up a regular direct payment from your bank into the parish account; the details are below. Find Gift Aid forms at the back of church and on the website. In the meantime, you may wish to use the yellow Gift Aid envelopes available on the pews. Thank you for your continued generosity and support of the parish.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN US FOR TEA AND COFFEE AFTER SUNDAY MASS IN ST. ANNE’S PARISH COMMUNITY CENTRE
If you would like to include anything in the newsletter, please ensure that we receive it by Wednesday of the week before to allow sufficient time for printing.
BANK DETAILS
St Anne’s Buxton RCP: Sort Code 30-96-18: Account No. 00420334
Fr Gregory Tobin
I was born in Derby City Hospital in September 1958, and Baptised the following month at St Albans Church, Chaddesden.
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ST ANNE’S, TERRACE ROAD, BUXTON, SK17 6DU
Buxton Mass times:
Sunday 10:00 am
Monday & Friday 10:00 am
Saturday 11:00 – 12:00 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Telephone Buxton (01298) 23777
Parish Priest: Fr Greg Tobin - greg.tobin@dioceseofnottingham.uk
Serving the churches of St Anne's Buxton SK17 6DU. St John Fisher and St Thomas More Chapel-en-le-Frith SK23 9ST. Church of The Annunciation New Mills SK22 3BW. St Mary's Marple Bridge SK6 5BB.
Serving the schools of St Thomas More Senior Buxton SK17 6AF. St Anne's Primary Buxton SK17 7AN. St Mary's Primary New Mills SK22 3BL. St Mary's Primary Marple Bridge SK6 5BR.
Assistant Priest: Fr Benjamin Sunder - benjamin.sunder@dioceseofnottingham.uk
Tel Buxton (01298) 23777
Fr. Benjamin Sunder. MSFS
I was born in May 1983 and was baptised at St. Mary’s Church, Kadapakkam, in the Chingleput Diocese in India.
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don.lavery@dioceseofnottingham.uk
Chapel-en-le-Frith Mass times:
Wednesday 10:00 am
Friday 10:00 – 11:00 Silent Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
St. Mary's Church, 1 Hollins Lane, MARPLE BRIDGE, SK6 5BB
Marple Bridge Mass times:
Saturday 4:00 pm Confessions from 3:30 pm
Sunday 11:30 am Confessions from 11:00 am
Wednesday 10:00 am
Friday 10:00 am
The Church of the Annunciation, St. Mary's Rd, NEW MILLS, High Peak, SK22 3BW
New Mills Mass times:
Sunday 9:15 am Confessions from 8:45 am
Tuesday 10:00 am
Thursday 10:00 am
ST ANNE’S DROP-IN PLAYGROUP For families with children aged 0-5, come and join Marion, Gráinne and Liz at St Anne's drop-in playgroup every Wednesday from 9.30 am to 11.15 am (term-time only) in St Anne's Community Centre. Please join us, you’ll be very welcome!
Follow us for updates on www.facebook.com/StAnnesDropIn
St Anne’s Voluntary Academy, Lightwood Road, SK17 7AN Tel: 01298 23589 Email: enquiries@ann.srscmat.co.uk Headteacher: Mrs Julia Wiggins
St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy, Palace Fields, SK17 6AF Tel: 01298 23167 Email: enquiries@stm.srscmat.co.uk Headteacher: Mr David Redfern
Church safeguarding contacts:
Buxton: Margaret Swift: Margaret.SwiftPSR@dioceseofnottingham.uk Tel: 07513 725529
Chapel-en-le-Frith: Sue Thornhill: Susan.ThornhillPSR@dioceseofnottingham.uk Tel: 07513 725269
St Anne’s Pastoral Parish Council stannesbuxton@diocesofnottingham.uk
Rob Aldous, Maggie Baldock, Gemma Day, Thomas Langer, Mark McCabe, Yvonne Ripley, Margaret Swift, Chris Uddoh, Fr Greg
Chapel-en-le-Frith Pastoral Parish Council: Joan Matthews, Pat Dawson, Lucia McLean, Jacqui Lavery, Barbara Hindley, Anne Lomas, Frank Frost, Peter Barnes, Sue Thornhill, Deacon Don, Fr Greg
Centre Management Committee (CMC): stannesparishcentrebookings@gmail.com Sue Hardman, Iwona Lukasik, Clare O’Neill, Marion Redman
Click to see the new St. Annes Community Centre website
BUXTON PLANNED GIVING FORMS
Buxton - Gift Aid Declaration Form (151kb)
Buxton - Standing Order Form (183kb)
Buxton - 100 Club standing order (86kb)
Payments can also be made by BACS:
Please pay: Sort Code: 30-96-18 Account: 00420334
Name of account: St Anne's Buxton RCP
Please use reference ‘ChurchCollection’ or '100 Club'
CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PLANNED GIVING FORMS
Chapel - Gift Aid Declaration Form (151kb)
Chapel - Standing Order Form (137kb)
Chapel - 100 Club Standing Order (85kb)
Payments can also be made by BACS:
Please pay: Sort Code: 30-92-59 Account: 03351306
Name of account: SS John Fisher & TM Chapel FR RCP
Please use reference ‘ChurchCollection’ or '100 Club'
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