General

On Sunday, September 14th, the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, we will have the joy and honour to receive the visit of the community of Sisters Adorers in Preston. They will sing the Mass (“Nos autem gloriari oportet …”), join us after Mass in the hall during the usual reception. At 3:00 pm they will give a talk and answer questions regarding the spiritual charism of the Institute’s Adorers.

The following arrangements shall take place for funeral of the late Father McGuiness

5th August –  A Requiem in the Vetus Ordo will take place at St. Winefride’s at 7.00pm

6th August  – A Requiem using the Novus Ordo will take place at Shrewsbury Cathedral at 12.15

Called to Eternal Rest: 9 July 2025

Father Gerard McGuiness, beloved priest of the Diocese of Shrewsbury and in particular St Winefride’s, entered into his Eternal Reward earlier today, following over sixty years of devoted priestly service.

Having celebrated his Diamond Jubilee in June 2023, Father Gerard was a steadfast shepherd. He ministered with humility and fidelity, demonstrating a profound reverence for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. A strong supporter of the Vetus Ordo, he, alongside the late William Quirk of the Latin Mass Society—ensured its continued celebration through leaner times, providing spiritual sustenance to the faithful in Shrewsbury.

Father had a great devotion to Ss Thomas Moore and John Fisher – poignant that he was called to his Heavenly rest on their feast day.

His legacy endures in the hearts of those he served and in the presence of the Institute today. May Christ, the Eternal High Priest, welcome him into the joy of Heaven, and may perpetual light shine upon him.

During the Provincial Days 2025 the Mass schedule will be as follows:

– Monday, June 2nd: Mass at 8:00 am.
– Tuesday-Friday, June 3rd – 6th: Masses are cancelled.
– Saturday, June 7th (Vigil of Pentecost): Mass as usual at 10:00 am.

As this is a First Saturday, “Devotions” will start before Mass at 9:15 am.

The Diocese of Shrewsbury welcomes our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV as the Successor of the Apostle Peter, we promise him all our prayers in his service of the Universal Church.

+Mark, Bishop of Shrewsbury

Healthcare Guild: Father Sean is hoping to establish a health care guild in our Parish. It will be open to all registered health care professionals (HCPC, GMC, NMC) and those who are retired. Its purpose is to explore, in a supportive environment, how we live our catholic faith in health practice. Exploring ethical issues and the teaching of the church. There will be an initial meeting towards the end of February (date to follow) to discuss the ideas of the guild.

His Eminence, Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke, ordained Canon Andrew Morrow to the sacred priesthood on January 29th, 2024, the feast of our co-patron, St. Francis de Sales.

Shortly before the first year as a priest will end, Canon Morrow will come to Shrewsbury to celebrate his ‘First Mass in Shrewsbury’: We are happy to invite you and your family and friends to join us on January 12th, at 12:30 pm. After Mass, Canon Morrow will impart the first blessing of a newly ordained priest.

Please note that the Mass on Friday, December 20th will be celebrated at 9:00 am (instead of 10:00 am). Thank you for your understanding.

Be advised that Safeguarding at St Winefride’s is taken care of by the Cathedral-parish. The safeguarding representative is Mr Tony Burns.

Contact email: or via the Parish Office on 01743 290000 and the diocesan safeguarding coordinator is Andrew O’Brien (0151 652 9855).