News from the Vineyard

We have received a lot of favourable coverage of our opening of the Spire for people to explore the 172 steps and see the panoramic views of Preston and beyond. An item on Granada Reports can be viewed here.

Sunday, 10th November, was Remembrance Sunday, and on this day, at the Memorial Altar dedicated to the men of Preston who fell during the Great War, a Solemn Requiem Mass was celebrated. At the end, the catafalque before the high altar was incensed. Photography is courtesy of Michael Durnan.

On All Souls’ Day 2019, a Solemn Requiem Mass was celebrated in St. Walburge’s Church with a catafalque, draped in solemn black and surrounded by candlelight. Photography courtesy of Michael Durnan.

Solemn High Mass was celebrated at English Martyrs’ Church for All Saints’ Day 2019. The photography is courtesy of Michael Durnan.

The Feast of Christ the King was celebrated by a Solemn High Mass at St. Walburge’s church and was followed by a procession of the Blessed Sacrament through the streets of Preston near the church. Here are some pictures of the procession.