Social Groups
Parish Social Team
We have a number of events throughout the year that everyone is welcome to. We regularly update our Facebook page with details of our social events throughout the year. Below is the calendar of events for 2026.
Coffee Morning Team
Our coffee morning team plays an important role in parish life by creating a warm and welcoming space for parishioners to meet, chat and build relationships. Through their friendly service, they help parishioners connect, build friendships and feel part of the community. Their ministry shows that even simple acts of hospitality are a powerful way to serve God and one another. Coffee Mornings are held after 10 am Mass on the first, third & fifth Sundays of the month.
Children and Youth
Children’s Liturgy of the Word
The aim of the Liturgy of the Word with Children at Sacred Heart is to proclaim the Gospel to the children who attend by gathering them together with adult leaders to celebrate a separate Liturgy of the Word that is more appropriate to their level of understanding.
Children aged from 3 until they have made their first Holy Communion are invited to celebrate God’s Word together during our Sunday Masses. Children start Mass in church with their families. Before the First Reading Father will invite those children who wish to take part in the Children’s Liturgy of the Word to come forward. He presents them with the Children’s Lectionary and they then go in procession to the parish hall where a worship space has been prepared for them. The children continue to follow the same structure of the Mass until after the intercessions when the group processes back into church as part of the Offertory Procession, returning the Children’s Lectionary to Father and then returning to their families. Children should be registered each week as you arrive for Mass.
Children’s liturgy is offered at our 10am Mass each Sunday apart from during the school summer holidays and Christmas Day and Easter Sunday when children celebrate with their families.
All adult leaders are subject to Enhanced DBS checks.
Altar Servers
Our altar servers play an important role in the worship of our church. Through their careful service at the altar, they help our worship to flow smoothly and reverently.
By carrying the candles, helping during preparation of the gifts, they bring beauty, order and devotion to our services. Their example of quiet attentiveness is an example to other children and young people to take part in worship actively.
We are grateful to those adults who support our altar servers and help them learn the value of preparation, cooperation and reliability strengthening the whole community.
Any young person who has made their First Communion and is interested in being an Altar Server should speak to Father Christopher.
Children’s Mass Bags
We have Children’s Mass Bags on a coat stand in the foyer which are available to use at all Masses. In each bag there is a Bible or book of Bible stories, another faith-based story book, a prayer book, a colouring book and pencils and a Bible character. The resources are aimed at children up until they begin preparing for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. We ask that each family takes only one bag and uses it quietly to support their child/ren to learn more about Jesus and engage with the Mass. The books in a couple of the bags are aimed at very young children, however, the other books are suitable for mixed ages. We ask that after Mass, the bags and its contents are returned to the coat stand so more children can enjoy the bags each week.
Children’s Newsletters
Each week there are two children’s newsletters available for children and families to use. ‘LOOK’ is aimed at children aged 4 – 9 and ‘ICHTHUS’ is aimed at children aged 8+. They explain the Gospel story in age appropriate language and include a prayer and a variety of activities that will engage children helping them to get to know the person of Jesus.
Autism Resources
We can support those with autism and special needs.
Class and Whole School Masses
Pupils from Sacred Heart Primary School join the parish to celebrate Friday Masses in church throughout the school terms either in Year groups or as a whole school. Everyone is welcome attend.
Salford Youth and Young Adults Ministry
Salford Youth and Young Adults Ministry is the home of the Catholic Church for young people in the Diocese of Salford.
There aim is to help each young person to grow in faith, to discern what their unique mission is, and to help them live out God’s plan for them. To find out more please click the link below.
https://dioceseofsalford.org.uk/youth/
Other Parish Groups
If anyone wishes to find out more about any of the following groups please speak with Father Christopher.
Administration
- Finance and Property Committee – The Parish Finance & Property Committee is a consultative body established to advise the Parish Priest in matters pertaining to the financial affairs of the parish and repairs, maintenance and use of parish property. The activity of the committee is governed by the universal law of the Church (Canon Law) and by diocesan guidelines. The current committee was appointment by Father Christopher in November 2023.
- Communications Team – The communications team share the good news of our parish community through the weekly newsletter & parish Facebook page bringing. They are dedicated to sharing the latest parish, deanery & Diocesan news, events, and updates each week.
- Accessibility Rep – If you, or someone you know, has difficulty accessing or actively taking part in Mass, please let Father know. Together, with our CARITAS Accessibility Representative they will try to help. This could be due to: Mobility or physical needs, hearing or vision difficulties or sensory needs (for example, a child finding Mass overwhelming).
- Safeguarding – please see our separate Safeguarding page on this website.
Site Maintenance
- Minor Repairs Team – Our minor repairs team plays a vital role in parish life by keeping our church and parish buildings safe, functional and welcoming. Through their careful attention to small repairs and maintenance they support worship, parish events and community activities. Their quiet, practical service is a powerful example of stewardship and dedication, reminding us that caring for God’s house is an essential ministry that benefits everyone in the parish. If you notice anything that needs our attention please use the Repairs Reporting Sheet on the Parish Noticeboard to let the team know.
- Site Winter Team – Our Site Winter Team helps keep our church and grounds safe and welcoming throughout the winter months. They grit paths, check heating, and make sure the site remains accessible for worship and parish activities – whatever the weather. We are always keen to welcome parishioners to this team.
Ministry Groups
- Stewards – We are grateful to our Stewards who: ensure the church is prepared for and support the smooth running of our services; greet everyone in a friendly manner, welcoming both regular attendees and those who might be attending for the first time; offer additional assistance to those who may require it and are the first port of call for any health & safety, fire safety and first aid requirements during masses & services.
- Readers – Our readers play a vital part in our worship. By proclaiming the Scriptures aloud they help bring God’s Word to life for the whole congregation. Their voices remind us that Scripture belongs to all of God’s people and helps us listen more deeply. Through their ministry readers enrich our worship, strengthen our sense of community and encourage each of us to take part in sharing the Good News.
- Sacristans – Our sacristans play a quiet but essential role in our worship. Through their careful preparation of the church, the altar and the sacred vessels, they help create a space of beauty and reverence where we can meet God in prayer. Their work ensures that every service runs smoothly and that the sacred objects of the church are treated with care and respect. In their faithful, behind the scenes service, our sacristans remind us that quiet acts of devotion are at the heart of our sacred worship.
- Musicians & Singers– We are grateful to all our musicians & singers for leading us in our acts of worship. If you have a talent for playing an instrument or singing why not consider joining.
- Eucharistic Ministers – Our Eucharistic Ministers play an essential role in parish life. By assisting with the distribution of Holy Communion during Mass, and bringing the sacrament to the sick or housebound, they help ensure that Christ’s presence reaches everyone. Through their careful and prayerful service, they strengthen our community, model leadership in action and remind us all that the Eucharist is a gift meant to nourish and unit ethe whole parish.
- Flower Arranging Team – Our flower arrangers bring a special role in enriching our worship. Through their thoughtful and creative arrangements, they bring beauty, colour and symbolism to the church, helping us to focus on God and the sacredness of our liturgy. By reflecting the seasons and celebrations of the church, their monitory deepens our worship, inspires devotion and reminds us that care and creativity can be powerful forms of service to God and the parish community.
- Cleaning Team – We are blessed to have a very small, but extremely dedicated team of cleaners here at Sacred Heart. They meet every Friday after morning mass to mop floors, vacuum carpet areas, dust benches & statues, clean the toilets & polish candlesticks, ensuring that the church is at its best for our weekend masses. Their quiet, practical service is a powerful example of stewardship and dedication, reminding us that caring for God’s house is an essential ministry that benefits everyone in the parish.