Parish Groups for Women, Men- or both...
The Catenians
The Catenian Association is an international brotherhood of Catholic business and professional men who meet socially, at least once a month, at local branches or Circles. Meet other Catholic men with similar values
Become part of a close community offering lifelong support and friendship
Mix with other Catholic leaders in business, commerce, public service, the professions, and politics
Be part of a group that helps each other and their families in respective areas
Provide your families with opportunities for friendship and social activity
To reach the Catenians go to
http://thecatenianassociation.org/wakefield
Or secretary: Chris Rayner 01924-781944
St Austin’s Men’s Group
The group meets for prayer, study of the following Sunday's Gospel, discussion of topical issues and mutually supportive faith sharing.
Contact:
Dannie Firth
Contact by e-mail or phone can be made via the Contact Page- click on the top menu.
English Martyrs Men’s Group
Meets alternate Tuesdays at the parish centre between 8pm and 9pm, after which the bar is open.
A gathering of welcoming men, who look at scripture and share - new members young and old always welcome.
We also have a social side, where we have beer tasting, fund raising and more...
contact via contact page or
Paul Williams on 01924 211767 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The Catholic Women’s League
is a national and international organisation founded in 1906 whose principles are based upon Charity, Work, and Loyalty.
The section usually meets on the first Thursday of the month at 2pm in the Community Centre Rooms.
Its aims include the promotion of religious and intellectual interests plus fund-raising events for local, national and Catholic charities.
The League campaigns and works to promote justice and welfare for the vulnerable and marginalized in society.
Contact by e-mail or phone can be made via the Contact Page- click on the top menu.
The Knights
This parish group is made up of some former members of the Knights of St Columba, Wakefield Council. We aim to fuilfil many of the activies previously carried out by that group including arranging social events, performing practical and spiritual tasks, and helps raise funds for the parish and local charities. It participates in the annual peace vigil at Wakefield Cathedral and provides a crib in the Ridings centre at Christmas.
The group is open to all men who wish to assist in parish activities and meets on the second Monday of the month
Contact:
John North 01924-216786 or
Contact by e-mail or phone can be made via the Contact Page- click on the top menu.
Over 55's Thursday Club
A group of senior parishioners meet after the 12.00 Mass on Thursdays for prayer as well as social activities.
Contact:
Call any Thursday at the rooms-contact Pat Hancock
Contact by e-mail or phone can be made via the Contact Page- click on the top menu.
The Union of Catholic Mothers
The UCM's aim is to follow the full Christian ideal of marriage and family life and was founded in 1913.
It follows the ideals of marriage and family life to the full providing commitment, stability and security in the home, the church, the world.
"We help the poor, the homeless, the marginalised, the refugee, the ill and the weary, and we work to support those in need.
We are witnesses to the Light of Christ"
Membership is open to all Catholic women, married or single, and may be extended to other Christian women in sympathy with our objectives..
The UCM meets at English Martyrs on Monday at 7:15pm every two weeks, starting with Mothers' Prayers, a popular devotion for Mothers and their children.
for more details contact Angela Caines via the contact page.
