A parish of the Diocese of Leeds

Parish of St Peter & St Paul Wakefield

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By Webmaster August 3, 2026
We host the local clergy, including those departing and arriving this summer, on Tuesday 4th August from 1.30pm. Helpers for before, during, and after sought. Anyone who signs up will be equally lavishly watered and fed!
By Webmaster August 2, 2026
Finding the Voice of Christ Friday 30th October to Sunday 1st November . Cost approx. £200 which includes all meals from Friday teatime to Sunday lunch. If you think you may be interested, please contact Christine Szczepanski 07950 794325
By Webmaster August 1, 2026
Practised, musical contributions on Saturday evenings after Mass will be up and runnin’ and groovin’ soon. Can you play? Can you sing? Let’s find out!
By We master July 26, 2026
Deanery Clergy Meal / Barbecue We host the local clergy, including those departing and arriving this summer, on Tuesday 4th August from 1.30pm. Helpers for before, during, and after sought. Anyone who signs up will be equally lavishly watered and fed! Please send me an email or drop a note through the letterbox. Gregory

 

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'Christ has no body now but yours' St Teresa of Avila'


We are the parish of St. Peter & St. Paul. Our mission is to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ in worship, sacrament and prayer, and in active loving service, particularly of the poor and more vulnerable members of society. Christ inspires people to live lives of hope, free from sin and with hearts open to truth, love and compassion. With the Eucharist as the source and summit of our spiritual lives and under the protection of the prayers of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we strive to continue Christ's ministry in faithful discipleship.

We hope this site reflects something of the vibrancy and faith of our community. There is much more information in these pages about the pastoral and spiritual life of the parish. 


PARISH NEWS AND UPDATES

CURRENT NEWS

By Webmaster August 3, 2026
Meeting on Thursday 6th August at 6.30pm to plan the next few months of parish extravaganzas. All welcome to come with thoughts, ideas, or willing hands. If you can’t make it but would like constructive input, please contact Annette 07717756770
By Webmaster August 3, 2026
Please pray for the repose of the souls of our departed brethren 1st Rev Hugh Quinn 1940 Rev John Carter 2025 2nd Rev William J Smith 1918 Rev Peter Walmsley 1998 3rd Rev Dermott Scannell 1999 Rev Mgr William Steele 2022 4th Rev John Abberton 2018 5th Rev Dean Finn 2000 6th Very Rev Anthony Hinnighan 1972 Rev William B McCabe 1981 Rev Cornelius Finn 2007  Rev Michael Lynch 2015
By Webmaster August 2, 2026
If you would like to donate or help with ongoing garden maintenance, please speak to Anthony or Christine.  Even popping in to water occasionally would be helpful
By Webmaster August 1, 2026
In the first instance I’m establishing a list of ministries where people work side by side.  Gregory
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PARISH NOTICES

By Webmaster July 24, 2026
This Sunday sees the last session before the summer break and our catechists enjoy a well-earned break. We recommence on  Sunday 6th September.
By Webmaster June 29, 2026
Thank you to all parishioners who handed in their red boxes in May and June. All boxes have now been emptied and placed in the Narthex. A final sum of £349 has been banked.
By Webmaster June 28, 2026
Our Lady of Unfailing Help! Pray that the Lord of the Harvest will send labourers into His harvest and that He will grant an abundance of vocations to the priesthood, diaconate, and religious life within the Diocese of Leeds, and throughout the world. Amen.
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By Webmaster August 3, 2026
This book is just inside the office door to flag up all use of the hall, the upper room, the church, and the chapel. Alternatively, please drop off a note through the letter box
By Webmaster August 3, 2026
We host the local clergy, including those departing and arriving this summer, on Tuesday 4th August from 1.30pm. Helpers for before, during, and after sought. Anyone who signs up will be equally lavishly watered and fed!
By Webmaster August 3, 2026
This book is just inside the office door to flag up all use of the hall, the upper room, the church, and the chapel. Alternatively, please drop off a note through the letter box

PARISH / DIOCESE EVENTS

Global Healing - care for our common home, a film commissioned by the Bishops' Conference of England and Wales (33 minutes long).

DISCOVERING FAITH IN UNEXPECTED PLACES. 

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