Pray for the repose of the soul of His Holiness Pope Francis

At 9.47 on 21st April, His Eminence Cardinal Kevin Joseph Farrell announced the death of Pope Francis: “Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7.35 this morning the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire life was devoted to service to the Lord and His Church.

He taught us to live the values of the Gospel with fidelity, courage and universal love, especially in favour of the poorest and most marginalized. With immense gratitude for his example as a true disciple of the Lord Jesus, we commend the soul of Pope Francis to the infinite merciful love the One and Triune God”.

 May he rest in peace and rise in glory, amen

Masses Saturday vigil: Penzance 5pm. Hayle 6.30pm. Sunday: St. Ives 9am. Penzance 11am. weekdays: see newsletter

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New North Aisle Info + Fund-raising info

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Medjugorje: 25th April below

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‘True Life in Christ' - A Meditation for Easter’ by Canon David Annear, inspired by our Rosary windows and the Glorious Mysteries.

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Pope Francis (1936 - 2025) Requiescat in Pace ~ Vatican News page ~ Catholic Bishops' Conference ~ Cardinal Vincent Nichols tribute to Pope Francis ~ Cafod prayer ~

Urbi et Orbi Pope Francis' Easter message read pdf ~ watch bbc iplayer

The first Sunday after Easter, 27th April is 'Divine Mercy Sunday' (novena commences on Good Friday)

CTiPA Taize service Sunday 27th April at 6:30pm, High Street Methodist Church Poster

Donate to CAFOD and DEC Myanmar earthquake appeal 

Diocese: March newsletter with video message from Diocesan Administrator Canon Paul, stories of hope & list of upcoming events ~ newsletter signup link ~ ~ January newsletter 'Pilgrims Of Hope Plymouth'  
Caritas Plymouth: newsletters list ~ newsletter signup link
Diocese of Plymouth Jubilee 25 + more info here

Diary date: CTiPA Befrienders proposed project: Loneliness and isolation is a major health and wellbeing issue everywhere. Following a talk by guest speakers at the February forum concerning an unmet need for befrienders in our West Penwith community, a meeting will take place for anyone interested in finding out more about becoming a Befriender. 7pm Tuesday 6th May at High Street Methodist Church Penzance. All are invited Poster

Diary date: South West Awake Project Sat 12th July 10:30am, Christians go out on to the coastal path and pray. 

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Papal Encyclical 'Dilexit Nos' - 'On the Human and Divine Love of the Heart of Jesus Christ'. ~ In his fourth encyclical, Pope Frances urges us, in the midst of so many global crises, to connect with what truly matters – the heart. In welcoming the encyclical, Cardinal Vincent Nichols emphasised that the letter is for everyone because the Sacred Heart of Jesus is ‘the source of living water that moves us and enables us to reach out to others, to offer forgiveness, to make amends for our failings, to seek to build healing relationships of faithfulness and service. In the heart of Jesus, we find love.’ ~ download Encyclical via Bishops of England and Wales website.

New Lectionary from Advent 2024 - Catholic Bishops' Conference info - more info here 

Churches Together in Penzance Area news (CTIPA website): 1: CTiPA Taize service on Sunday 27th April at 6:30pm, High Street Methodist Church Poster ~ ~ CTiPA Befrienders proposed project see info further above. ~~ CTiPA Open Doors Service is postponed, new date tba
2: Debt Advice: The Salvation Army offers free, confidential and impartial debt advice services to people in this area. Call 01752 643955 to speak to a Debt Advisor from 10.00am until 4.00pm Monday to Friday or email: cornwalldas@salvationarmy.org.uk
3: At Employment Plus you can access support for job hunting and understanding and claiming benefits see Posters in church or contact Cara Upham mobile: 07552 863060 email: cara.upham@salvationarmy.org.uk 

Radio Maria is a Catholic radio station broadcasting worldwide 24/7, their English station is based in Cambridge.

Meditations by Canon David inspired by our beautiful stained glass windows: ‘True Life in Christ' for Easter (the Glorious Mysteries) ~~ Following Jesus, the Light of the world (the Mysteries of Light) ~~ East Window (Saints) meditation ~~ Immaculate Conception Window meditation ~~ 'Peace on Earth to People of Goodwill' - meditation for Christmastide (the Joyful Mystreies)

Community Energy Plus, Cornwall’s energy advice charity helps householders in Cornwall stay warm and healthy, saving energy & money. Supports with rising living costs. Small booklet available in churches or call Freephone 08009541956, email: advice@cep.org.uk or visit www.cep.org.uk

recent 2025 newsletters - All 2025 newsletters ~ (2024)

Medjugorje: message for the world via visionary Marija on April 25th 2024: “Dear children, Winds of peacelessness, selfishness and sin are catching hold of many hearts and leading them into peacelessness and perdition. That is why I am calling you, little children: return to God and to prayer, so that it may be good for you in the hearts and on the earth on which you live. I love you, little children, and that is why I am not tiring of calling you to conversion. Thank you for having responded to my call.” ~~~ Annual apparition to visionary Mirjana, March 18th 2025: “Dear children! With motherly love I implore you: give me your hands folded in prayer, give me your hearts cleansed in confession and I will lead you to my Son. Because, my children, only my Son, with His light, can illuminate the darkness; only He, with His Word, can remove suffering. Therefore, do not be afraid to walk with me, because I am leading you to my Son - salvation. Thank you.” ~ More Medjugorje

USEFUL LINKS: Vatican News Network & YouTube channel || Vatican website & 'Word of the day' || Pope Francis on Twitter || Plymouth Diocese YouTube channel || Plymouth Diocese on Facebook || Catholic Bishops England & Wales web || CCEW YouTube channel || EWTN UK || Catholic Information Network || CAFOD & World Gifts for ethical giving || CaFE - faith resources || Bishop Robert Barron's YouTube Channel || Pray the Rosary with Bishop Barron's explanatory videos || Catholic Charismatic Renewal website || Celebrate Trust's website || Liturgical Calendar || Medjugorje messages || UCB Word for Today || Open Doors UK & Ireland bringing resources and hope to over 360 million Christians suffering persecution and discrimination || Local Foodbanks + Mary's Meals

Links for RC Cornwall: Camborne-Redruth \ Truro \ Falmouth-Helston\ Bodmin \ St Austell \ Newquay \ Launceston \ Liskeard+Sclerder Abbey \\ across the Tamar: Plymouth Cathedral \ Buckfast Abbey

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