FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME (A)

SUNDAY 1ST FEBRUARY 2026 
RACIAL JUSTICE DAY
 
Readings: 1st:  Zephaniah 2:3, 3:12-13;  2nd: Corinthians  1:26-31; Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12a

 

THIS WEEKEND

This weekend, we warmly welcome Fr Michael Vulliamy who will celebrate the Masses in both communities.  

Today, is Racial Justice Day.  “Whoever loves God must also love his brother” (1 John 4:21) - Promoting Racial Justice in our Parishes.

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THIS WEEK

Please note there will be no mid-week Masses this week. In the event of an emergency, please contact the neighbouring Parishes.

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NEXT WEEK

Next Sunday is a Day of Prayer for Victims of Trafficking.

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​CHURCH CLEANING – SUDBURY

Your help would be greatly appreciated - Our Lady & St John are seeking new cleaners to be added to their rota. This can be carried out whenever is convenient to you and only means partaking every 5 weeks on any day that suits you, Tuesday - Saturday.  

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Your support will help keep our church clean, welcoming and prayerful for all. If you are willing to help, please contact the Parish office by email at romancatholicchurch@btinternet.com or Freda on 07972-698747. Thank you for helping to take care of our church.​

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LOVE AND BEAUTY IN ST JOHN’S SPIRITUAL CANTICLE 
2026 marks the centenary of the declaration of St John of the Cross as a Doctor of the Church. In honour of this anniversary, Fr Matthew Blake  will offer a weekend reflecting on the themes of love and beauty in the most celebrated poetry of the great Spanish mystic. To be held on 20th – 22th February. Click here

for details.

 

PILGRIMAGE OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

Summer 2026 Lourdes and Summer 2027 World Youth Day in Seoul. Find out more at the launch on 22nd February at Newmarket Parish Centre, 14 Exeter Road, Newmarket CB8 8LT. The afternoon starts at 1.00 pm (please bring a packed lunch) and will end by 3.00 pm. Click here for details

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YOUNG WOMEN’S RETREAT

The Diocesan Youth Service is organising a retreat in York during Lent, for young women (age 18-35).  To be held on 6th - 8th March.  For more information and to book a place, click here.  Places are limited and accepted on a first come first served basis.

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RACHEL’S VINEYARD

Are you or someone you know hurting from past abortion(s)? Rachel’s Vineyard is a healing ministry for those who are suffering from the trauma of abortion. The healing weekends offer a supportive, 
confidential and non-judgemental environment where women and men can deal with painful post-abortive emotions and receive healing. The next Rachel’s Vineyard retreat weekend in our diocese will take place on 6th - 8th March.
 
With booking now open and a limited number of places, it is advisable to book early. For more information about this retreat or to arrange a time to chat please contact Helen on 0772 118 2521 or send an email to suffolk@rachelsvineyard.org.uk  ​

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PILGRIMAGE TO ASSISI

We invite parishioners to be part of a special pilgrimage to Assisi from 1st - 6th June 2026 to mark the 800th year anniversary of the life of St Francis. Experience the peace of Assisi through prayer, worship and quiet reflection, including a visit to the tomb of St Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint. This pilgrimage includes 5 nights at Hotel Belvedere in Assisi’s historic centre, with breakfast and dinner, plus return flights from Stansted to Perugia.

 

For full details click here,  or email enquiries@jcjourneys.com, or call 01886 812862.
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TEA/COFFEE AFTER MASS

Coffee/tea/soft drinks and biscuits are available after the Sunday 9.15 am Holy Mass in Sudbury, and after the Sunday 11.15 a.m Holy Mass in Hadleigh each week.  All Parishioners are very welcome – do come

and join us. 

 

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Next weekend’s Readings:

1st: Isaiah 58:6-10;  2nd: Corinthians 2:1-5; Gospel: Matthew 5:13-16

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK & HOUSEBOUND

Jana Colchester, Vera Gillan,  Barrie Daniels, Paul Smith, Jimmy Cudd, Lily Gudgeon, Sue Gudgeon,

Charlie Barran, Theresa Glennon, Margaret Obeirne, Sheila Shackley, Rae Stapleton
 

DIED RECENTLY:

Rose Mullen - May she rest in peace and the Lord bring comfort to her family and friends.

PARISH BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS
Many thanks for your continuing financial support of the Parish. If any Parishioner wishes to set up a

Direct Debit to the Parish, the relevant details are: 

RC Church Sudbury with Hadleigh
Sort Code:  40 43 23
Account Number:  30232122

CHURCH CLEANERS THIS WEEK

Sudbury:      Freda Von Dadelszen & Bernadine Dwyer

Hadleigh:     Nell Hynard & Ludmila Graham