Leigh Pastoral Area

Friday, May 29, 2009

Turnpike Community Theatre

It is 25 years since Turnpike Community Theatre first performed in the Leigh area.  Since then the group have supported and celebrated local history, and the work of local artists.  This year is no exception with the commissioning of the script, ‘Marsh Fever!’ which has been written by local playwright Julie McKiernan.

The production celebrates the history of Westleigh in a light-hearted way and sees members of the Westleigh community from the 1930’s come back to life to experience life in 2009.  The character of Miss Marsh is revived and the donation of the Marsh Fields to the people of Leigh is re-enacted by the cast. 

The 25th Anniversary production of ‘Marsh Fever!’ will be performed at XII Apostles Club on 11th and 12th June at 7:30pm and 13th June at 7pm.  The performances will involve a number of children from local schools.  Tickets cost £4.50 and £4 (concessions).  To order tickets please contact Gill on (01942) 603195.

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

A PRAYER OF BLESSING

May God, who is present in sunrise and nightfall,
and in the crossing of the sea, guide your feet as you go.
May God, who is with you when you sit
and when you stand,
encompass you with love and lead you by the hand.
May God, who knows your path
and the places where you rest,
be with you in your waiting,
be your good news for sharing,
and lead you in the way that is everlasting.
(Iona Community)

WORLD COMMUNICATIONS DAY

The Catholic Church around the world celebrates World Communications Day next Sunday. The Pope’s message on this special day is focused on new technologies and communication.  A collection for the Catholic Communications Network (CCN) will take place at the end of Mass. CCN provides support for the Bishops of England and Wales in promoting the gospel in the media.

NEW ARCHBISHOP OF WESTMINSTER

The Installation of Archbishop Vincent Nichols as the Eleventh Archbishop of Westminster will take place on Thursday 21st May at 12 noon in Westminster Cathedral.  The Mass will be broadcast on BBC 2.