Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ

First Holy Communion on 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 receiving 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.

Congratulations to Tilly, Siena, Patrick, FaricK and George who received the Sacrament of Confirmation on June 5th at the Cathedral. Heavenly Father, we thank you for Tilly, Siena, Patrick, FaricK and George who received the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Bless them, their families, sponsors, and teachers who walked with them on this important journey of faith. May Your Spirit always strengthen and continue to lead them. Amen.

Churches Together in England has developed a new resource entitled Kingdom over Nation, to help churches engage with the rise in Christian nationalism, and the growing challenges surrounding identity, discipleship, and public life. This resource has emerged from conversations across the ecumenical movement about discernment, division, political polarisation, and what it means to remain faithful to the Kingdom of God in this moment. Through eight Bible studies and theological reflections, Kingdom Over Nation explores themes of empire, justice, ideology, nationhood, discipleship, discernment and Christian witness. A copy can be downloaded at https://cte.org.uk/working-together/kingdom-over-nation/.

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 rest grant unto them O Lord. Let perpetual light shine on them.

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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.

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 ones.

Northampton Cathedral will host the annual Mass for Marriages and Families at 12pm on Saturday 5th September. All are welcome, and as usual we are looking forward to welcoming couple celebrating milestone anniversaries this year. A registration link will be provided in the coming weeks.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our First Holy Communion and Confirmation children, their families, teachers, spiritual supporters, and all our parishioners for their prayers, dedication, and support. May God bless you abundantly. Praise the Lord!