Thank you for supporting the MSP work and sponsoring the training of their Seminarians.

Some give to the Mission by going. Others go to the Mission by giving. Why not consider going to the Mission by giving. Support the work of the MSP.

For further inquiry, contact: The Mission Director, The Missionary Society of St. Paul,

The Regional House, 6 Knowle Close, Brixton, London, SW9 0TQ. Or by Email or Telephone

LITURGY OF THE WORD PARISH MASS BOOKS [SM] Readings for Ordinary Time Week 14, of (Year A) : Page 99.

In compliance with the current guidance from the diocesan insurers PLEASE DO NOT Light candles and place them on the windows or by the statues. Votive Candles should be lit and placed on the votive candle stands ONLY. Thank You

NEWSLETTER BY EMAIL. Please contact the parish office at St Mary’s to be added to our mailing list.

CHANGES TO SATURDAY MORNING SCHEDULE

Please note that morning mass and devotions will alternate between the two parishes.

First Saturdays will be celebrated at St Michael’s [SM]

ALL other Saturdays will be at The Shrine of Our Lady St Mary of Glastonbury [OLG]

Please note in the newsletter

[SM] represent events at St Michael’s, Shepton Mallet and

[OLG] represents events at The Shrine of Our Lady St Mary of Glastonbury

WELCOME TO OUR PARISH

We would like to extend a warm welcome to all our parishioners and visitors attending Mass. Whether you are just passing through or looking for a spiritual home, we pray you find our church inviting and spiritually uplifting. If you are attending Mass on a regular basis, we encourage you to register with the parish. Please call our parish office and start the conversation!  Both our church is always open to you, your family, and friends.  

Pax et Bonum [Peace and All Good]

PLEASE NOTE: If you require the services of a priest between 6th – 18th July, please contact Fr. Tony at Wells on 01749 673183, or telephone the presbytery on 01458 935931 which will be retrieved during office hours.

REQUEST FOR HOLY COMMUNION AT HOME

Please contact the parish office, if you are sick and unable to attend church and require Holy Communion at home. You can do this either by Email or by Telephone, if you are sick and unable to attend church and require Holy Communion at home.

Please do not make the request through friends or parishioners.

FLOWERS AT ST MICHAEL’S CHURCH

We urgently need additional people to come forward to support the work of Lucy, who amongst others, we must thank for the beautiful flowers in the church. Please contact Clare in the parish office if you are interested in support this ministry in the church at St Michaels’ and she can put you in touch with Lucy. Thank you in anticipation.

[OLG] Parish Hall Closure

Following last week's severe storm and flooding, the parish hall has unfortunately sustained significant water damage and will be closed until further notice while the necessary insurance claim and remedial works are carried out.

As a result, please do not enter the hall and please note there will be no tea and coffee after Mass until the hall is able to reopen.

We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time and will keep you updated as soon as we have further news. Thank you for your continued support and prayers.

PRAYERS PLEASE.

For those who have made petitions requests, and all are ill at home or in hospital, prayers are asked for the repose of the soul of those whose anniversary occurs at this time, including: Peter Lloyd, Irene Groarke.

TEAS AND COFFEES / REFRESHMENTS

Please remember: If you have allergies --- we cannot guarantee the food served on these premises, including cakes and biscuits, is free from allergenic ingredients and we can take no responsibility for cross contamination.

Children are under the supervision of their own parents during teas and coffees and at parish events.

[SM] Teas & coffees after Mass on Sunday, in the parish room.

THE POPE’S MONTHLY INTENTIONS – July

For respect for human life

Let us pray for the respect and protection of human life in all its stages, recognizing it as a gift from God.

A Festive Fanfare Thursday 16th July 7:30pm - 8:30pm.

The Downside Abbey Festival 2026 is launched by international organist and composer, David Bednall, together with Bristol Brass Consort to perform a festive programme of works for brass and organ in the magnificent setting of Downside Abbey. Featuring the Basilica's grand Compton organ, the largest made by the firm, the programme will include uplifting works by Peeters, Gigout, Mawby, and Widor alongside works for solo organ and brass.

[OLG] PRAYER MINISTRY [for Healing] Next date: Saturday 8th August

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered at 9:00am. After the celebration of the mass members of the parish prayer team will be available in the side chapel, if you would like to be prayed over and Fr Mark will be available for Anointing of the Sick during an extended period of Adoration from 9:40am-10:15am. All are welcome.

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Glastonbury will take place on Sunday 6th September.

WEBELIEVE | Festival of Catholic Life. Friday 24–Monday 27 July 2026 | St Mary’s College, Oscott, Birmingham

WeBelieve Festival brings the Church together in England and Wales. It is an unmissable opportunity to discover the traditions and charisms that flow through the Church, to experience the joy of community, and to encounter personally the Lord Jesus, our salvation. Join us from 24th–27th July 2026 at the historic and beautiful setting of St Mary’s College, Oscott, for a feast of the True, the Good and the Beautiful. Click to Book your tickets.

Safeguarding Volunteer role

The Diocesan Safeguarding Committee is seeking a dedicated and experienced volunteer with a background in social work to join the Risk Allegation Review Meeting panel. This is a vital role contributing to the safeguarding and wellbeing of individuals within our Diocesan community. More information about the role is available on the Diocesan website: https://cliftondiocese.com/diocese/working-for-us/

HEALING MASS with ANOINTING

The next mass of Healing will take place on the SECOND Tuesday in October [13th], at 6:00pm

[OLG] CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER AND LECTIO DIVINA

Both groups meet fortnightly at 2:30pm on Thursdays at the United Reformed Church, High Street, Glastonbury (main front door). For more information visit and check the schedule on the Prayer Groups page on the Shrine’s website. All welcome.

• Lectio Divina: Practises slow Scripture reading, reflection, discussion, and stillness.

• Contemplative Prayer: Brief introduction, 30 minutes of silence, and optional sharing.

SAFEGUARDING

Our parish operates in accordance with Statutory Safeguarding Guidance, and both National and Diocesan policies & procedures at all times. SAFEGUARDING WEBPAGE:

Contact: Email for St. Michael’s or Email for Our Lady St Mary of Glastonbury

CREATING A SAFER ENVIRONMENT - SAFEGUARDING

In line with the CSSA ‘Creating a Safer Environment’, entry to the Sacristy from the Church, when there are servers present, must be recorded.

[OLG] ANYBODY ENTERING DIOCESAN PROPERTY

In compliance with Creating a Safer Environment, nobody has permission to access any of the key boxes unless the parish office has been notified prior to your visit. This week the Key Codes have been changed, going forward you will need to request the code from the parish office so that your details and the reason that you have the code can be recorded. Please do not pass on the codes to anybody, without checking with the parish office. Thank you for your co-operation.

EMERGENCY EXITS

Please take a moment to familiarise yourself with the nearest exit, in case of an emergency. In the unlikely event of having to vacate the church unexpectedly, during a service, please follow the instructions of the priest and our stewards. They will direct you to the nearest exit. Please vacate promptly and leave all belongings. Thank you for helping us keep you safe.