What’s Happening in Our Parish
Welcome to the latest news and events from St Mary’s, St John Bosco and St Edward’s.
Here you can find forthcoming parish events, celebrations, announcements, meetings and other news from across our three church communities.
Our parish life is centred first of all upon Jesus Christ, the Holy Mass and the sacraments, but it also grows through prayer, formation, friendship, service and spending time together as a parish family.
Please check this page regularly for the latest information.
Latest News & Events
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Behind the Sacristy Door
Join us on Thursday, 29 October, at St Mary’s for an informal evening exploring the sacristy, its items, and their significance in Catholic worship. Suitable for all, especially those preparing for sacraments.
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Called to Be Saints: All Saints Celebration at St Mary’s, 31st October 1-3pm
Join us at St Mary’s on Saturday 31 October, from 1pm to 3pm, for a joyful Catholic celebration of All Saints. There will be Catholic teaching, prayer, crafts, games and activities for children, teenagers and adults. We will discover the lives of inspiring saints from across the Church and reflect upon God’s call to holiness.…
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LACY BIG SING 2026
After the success of last 3 years’ Big Sing events, we at Leicestershire Active Catholic Youth (LACY) are holding another Big Sing 2026 at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Countesthorpe Road, South Wigston LE18 4PG on Sunday 22nd November 2026 at 3pm. This is a fantastic opportunity to share our faith and celebrate our talents through music and singing. We are inviting all young people, families,…
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Visit of the Relics of St Gerard Majella — Monday 9 November
The Redemptorists are bringing the relics of St Gerard Majella to Leicester on Monday 9 November, as part of the celebrations marking the 300th anniversary of his birth. There will be Mass at 12 noon at Blessed Sacrament Church and Mass at 6pm at St Peter’s. The relics will be available for prayer for an…
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Proposed PPC Minutes for Meeting held on 1/10/26
Download the PPC Minutes from St Mary’s St John Bosco and St Edward’s held on 1/10/26
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November Cemetery Visits
Join us in November for remembrance services at local cemeteries, as we pray for our departed loved ones and commend them to God.
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Thursday Evenings from 1st October 2026 at St. Mary’s
From October 1st, St Mary’s will host Thursday evenings from 7-8pm, featuring prayer, worship, formation, and fellowship for the parish community. Activities include devotions, catechesis, discussions, social events, and seasonal celebrations. Everyone is welcome to come along.
Coming to Mass?
If you are planning to join us for Mass, Confession or Adoration, you can find our usual times and church locations here.
MASS, CONFESSION & ADORATION TIMES
Weekday arrangements can occasionally change because of feast days, funerals and other parish commitments, so please also check the latest parish information when making a special journey.
Thursday Evenings at St Mary’s
Our Thursday evenings at St Mary’s bring together prayer, worship, formation and fellowship.
Different weeks may include Catholic teaching, Scripture, devotions, Adoration, talks, discussions, church tours, seasonal celebrations and opportunities simply to spend time together.
They are open to the whole parish. You do not need to be preparing for a sacrament or attending a course.
FIND OUT ABOUT THURSDAY EVENINGS
Getting Involved in Parish Life
There are many ways to become more involved in the life of our three church communities.
Some people serve regularly; others help occasionally. Some come to formation evenings or parish events, while others simply begin by staying for a conversation after Mass, meeting other parishioners or offering help when they can.
There is no expectation that everyone must join a group.
The important thing is that our parish communities become places in which people can worship God, grow in faith, know one another and serve others.
EXPLORE PARISH LIFE — GETTING INVOLVED
New to the Parish?
If you are new to St Mary’s, St John Bosco or St Edward’s, returning to church after some time away, or simply wondering about the Catholic faith, you are very welcome.
Our New Here? section will help you find Mass times, information about Catholic worship, what to expect at Mass and where to begin if you would like to explore the faith.
Grow in Faith
Parish life is not simply about attending events.
Everything we do should help us grow closer to Christ and live the Catholic faith more deeply.
Our Grow in Faith section brings together resources for prayer, Scripture, Catholic teaching and everyday Christian life, including Bible Studies, Catholic Faith Foundations, Defending the Faith, Living the Catholic Life and Homilies.
Keep Checking Back
New parish news and forthcoming events will appear automatically on this page as they are published.
For events with a particular date or time, please always check the individual announcement for the most recent information.
If you need to contact the parish directly, you can find our contact details here:
We look forward to welcoming you at St Mary’s, St John Bosco and St Edward’s.
