The Catholic Parishes of Our Lady & St. Werburgh, Clayton & Our Lady & St. John the Baptist, Ashley

Tel: 01782 613023 | Email: olstwerburgh.clayton@rcaob.org.uk

The parishes are part of the Archdiocese of Birmingham: Registered Charity No: 234216

Events at Catholic Churches Our Lady & St. Werburgh and Our Blessed Lady & St John the Baptist

Next Meeting of Father Hudson's Caritas Young at Heart Group

Father Hudson's Caritas Young at Heart Group

Last Friday Of The Month

At St. James's Clayton for the over 55’s. Meetings take place on the last Friday of each month between 1.30 and 3.30 pm.

Alton Castle and St Johns Garden Party

Alton Castle and St Johns Garden Party

Saturday 20th September

12.30 - 4.00pm

Visit the castle and grounds for a Garden Party, a tradition that has been running for over 100 years! We have live music from the Cheadle community Band and the Heart of Oak Morris Dancers performing.

You can also enjoy afternoon teas, homemade cakes and a BBQ, craft stalls, tombola, raffles, games, and children’s fun activities. Find us at Alton Castle, Alton, ST10 4TT.

North Staffs Area Pastoral Council will be hosting a talk on Laudato Si’

Cursillos Encounter Day

Saturday 20th September

At Our Lady & St Werburgh Church from 9.30am – 1pm. Refreshments and brunch provided (please advise of any dietary requirements) Please take a flyer from the porch.

North Staffs Area Pastoral Council will be hosting a talk on Laudato Si’

Ashley Harvest Supper

Friday 3rd October

Taking place at the Anglican Church. Tickets will be on sale shortly £5 each.

Mission Preparation Meeting

Parish Mission – Save the Date!

17th - 19th October

We are excited to announce a Parish Mission weekend, taking place from Friday 17th to Sunday 19th October 2025. The mission will be led by the Sion Community and promises to be a time of spiritual renewal, reflection, and fellowship for our entire parish family during this Jubilee Year. Throughout the weekend, there will be opportunities for prayer, inspiring teaching, and time to come together socially as a community of faith. Whether you are a long-time member of the parish, or just beginning your journey, you are warmly invited to come along with family, friends, and neighbours!

Together in Faith · Growing in Hope · Guided by Love

Please save the date and keep an eye out for more details in the weeks to come.

North Staffs Area Pastoral Council Social Gathering

North Staffs Area Pastoral Council Social Gathering

Saturday 1st November

North Staffs Area Pastoral Council are organising a social gathering for people who have been received into the Catholic Church during 2024 and 2025. This will take place on Saturday 1st November at Holy Trinity Newcastle.

The morning will start at 10am with Mass and then we will gather in the Centre next to the church for light refreshments and the chance for us to meet each other. We hope to finish by 12/12.30pm.

This invitation is open to those who were fully received or baptised with their direct families and sponsors. Please can you let Clayton parish office know if your will be attending by Sunday 13th September.