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Trinity Sunday ·Year A ·6 June 2026
St Patrick’s Duston
Catholic Parish · Diocese of Northampton
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The Lord is my shepherd. — Psalm 23
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Trinity Sunday

Saturday, 6 June 2026 · Year A

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Illustrated portrait of Saint Patrick, patron of this parish
Saint Patrick, Bishop & Patron of Ireland · c. 385–461
This Week

Mass Schedule

DayTimeCelebration
Sat 30 May 6.00 pm Mass – The Most Holy Trinity Our Parish and Mary Spence RIP
Sat 30 May 6.45 pm Confessions
Sun 31 May 9.30 am Mass – The Most Holy Trinity Parish and Angela Lawlor
Mon 1 Jun 9.30 am Mass - St Justin, Martyr Mary Doherty and Grace
Tue 2 Jun 9.30 am Mass - Feria Special Intention - Diya
Wed 3 Jun 9.30 am Mass - St Charles Lwanga & Martyrs of Uganda Special Intention - Diya
Thu 4 Jun 9.30 am Mass - Feria Special Intention - Diya
Fri 5 Jun 9.30 am Mass - St Boniface, Bishop & Martyr Mr & Mrs Ulahannan RIP
Fri 5 Jun 10.00 am Adoration & Confessions
Fri 5 Jun 7.00 pm Confirmation: At the Cathedral
Sat 6 Jun 6.00 pm Mass – The Most Body & Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) Parish & Joel, Jewel & Juvita
Sat 6 Jun 6.45 pm Confessions
Sun 7 Jun 9.30 am Mass – The Most Body & Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) First Holy Communicants of our parish
This Sunday

Prayer & Reflection

Gospel · John 3:16-18

Trinity Sunday

Today we celebrate the great mystery of the Most Holy Trinity — one God in three Divine Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Though this mystery is beyond complete human understanding, Jesus reveals to us that the Trinity is a communion of perfect love. In today's Gospel, Jesus speaks with Nicodemus about being "born from above," born of water and the Spirit. Through Baptism, we are welcomed into the very life of the Trinity. God the Father created us in love; God…

the Son redeemed us through His death and resurrection; and God the Holy Spirit sanctifies and guides us daily. The beautiful words of John 3:16 remind us: "God so loved the world that he gave his only Son." The Father…

This Week

Announcements

Parish notice

Children's Liturgy

Children's Liturgy every Sunday at 9.30am in the Church meeting room.

Parish notice

Preparation classes

Preparation classes for First Holy Communion and Confirmation will resume on 19th April

Parish notice

Prayer Request Book

Prayer Request Book: Please write the intention in the book at the back of the church or speak to Rosemarie or Carol. We will pray for you and your loved Please keep in your prayers our young people at St Patrick's in your prayers for their special days.

Parish notice

Confirmation

Confirmation: June 5th at the Cathedral 7. 00pm. Candidates: Siena; Tilly: Farik; Patrick and George. Heavenly Father, we pray for all our Confirmation candidates: Siena, Tilly, Farik, Patrick, George and Keely as they prepare to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit on June 5th at 7pm. Fill them with courage, wisdom, and faith. Bless their families, sponsors, and teachers who walk with them on this important journey of faith. May Your Spirit always strengthen and lead them. Amen.

Parish notice

First Confessions

First Confessions: May 31st. St. Patrick's after the Mass.

Parish notice

First Holy Communion

First Holy Communionon 7th June at St. Patrick's. at 9. 30 am Candidates: Tazanna; Johanna; Adelina; Jeffrey; Aquin; Javier & Pedro. Heavenly Father, we pray for all our children preparing for their First Holy Communion: Tazanna, Johanna, Adelina, Jeffrey, Aquin, Javier, Pedro, Nikodem (May 24th in Poland) and Joshua (June 13th at the Polish church) Fill their hearts with joy, peace and love for Jesus. Guide them as they grow in faith and understanding. May this special day on the 7th June bring them closer to You and bless them throughout their lives. Amen.

Parish notice

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Walsingham

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Walsingham: Saturday 13th June. Coach leaves the Cathedral at 8:15 am and will be back by 8 pm. Call the Cathedral Office to book a place. 01604 714556. £20 per person.

Parish notice

May They Rest in Peace

Please pray for the repose of the souls of: Mary Esther Ryan (known as Esther) who passed away on 23rd April 2026, aged 85 years. Her funeral service will take place at St Patrick's Church, Duston, Northampton, on Wednesday, 17th June 2026 at 10:00 a.m., preceded by a short reception at 9:30 a.m. The committal will follow at Duston Cemetery, Berrywood Road, Northampton, NN5 6RB at 11:30 a.m. Anne Malik who passed away on 10th May 2026, aged 85 years. Her funeral service will take place at St Patrick's Church, Duston, on Friday, 19th June 2026 at 11:30 a.m. followed by burial at Towcester Road Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. Eternal reast grant unto them O Lord. Let perpetual light shine on them.

Parish notice

Bishops Conference Statement on Peace

"We stand with the Holy Father… and call upon the faithful to join us in redoubling our prayers and advocacy for peace and justice."

Parish notice

Prayer for Peace of Pope Saint John XXIII

Lord Jesus Christ, who are called the Prince of Peace, who are yourself our peace and reconciliation, who so often said, "Peace to you," grant us peace. Make all men and women witnesses of truth, justice, and brotherly love. Banish from their hearts whatever might endanger peace. Enlighten our rulers that they may guarantee and defend the great gift of peace. May all peoples of the earth become as brothers and sisters. May longed-for peace blossom forth and reign always over us all. Amen.

Parish notice

Diocesan Residential Youth Weekend

Young people from across the diocese are invited to join us for a residential summer weekend filled with games, discussions, activities, socialising and prayer. This will take place on 17th-19th July 2026 at Buckden Towers, St Neots, and is aimed at young people aged 11-18. The cost of the weekend includes accommodation, all meals, and organised social activities. Young people will stay in shared rooms at Buckden Towers. Contact: nymo.admin@northamptondiocese.com. Booking is essential, and places must be paid for in advance.

Coming Up

Dates for the Diary

31
May

First Confessions

May 31st. St. Patrick's after the Mass.

05
June

Confirmation at the Cathedral

June 5th at the Cathedral 7. 00pm.

07
June

First Holy Communion at St. Patrick's

7th June at St. Patrick's. at 9. 30 am

13
June

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Walsingham

Saturday 13th June. Coach leaves the Cathedral at 8:15 am and will be back by 8 pm.

17
June

Funeral service for Mary Esther Ryan

Wednesday, 17th June 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at St Patrick's Church, Duston, Northampton, preceded by a short reception at 9:30 a.m.

19
June

Funeral service for Anne Malik

Friday, 19th June 2026 at 11:30 a.m. at St Patrick's Church, Duston, followed by burial at Towcester Road Cemetery at 1:30 p.m.

17
July

Diocesan Residential Youth Weekend

17th-19th July 2026 at Buckden Towers, St Neots, aimed at young people aged 11-18.