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St. John the Baptist Church, “The Church in the Trees”

Our History

The mission at Annitsford was founded in 1863. Previously, the area had been served from Cowpen & by the Dominican fathers from Newcastle in hired rooms in Seaton Delaval & Seghill. In 1863 Rev. John O’Dwyer was appointed resident priest, lodging at Cramlington & officiating at Seghill. In 1866 half an acre of land was purchased from John Clayton, town clerk of Newcastle & a school-chapel & presbytery was built from designs by Archibald Dunn. In 1878 a teachers’ house was added.

St. John the Baptist – Our Patron

Mass Timings

Sunday  : 9.30 AM
Tuesday : 10.00 AM
Friday    : 7.00 PM

Confession

Sunday  : 9.00 – 9.30 AM
Tuesday : 9.15 -10.00 AM
Friday    : 6.00 – 7.00 PM

Normal Mass Timings

Saturday: St. Paul’s, Cramlington – Sunday Vigil Mass at 6:00pm
Sunday: St. John’s, Annitsford – Mass at 9:30am
Sunday: St. Paul’s, Cramlington – Mass at 10:45am
Tuesday: St. John’s, Annitsford – Mass at 10:00am: St. Paul’s, Cramlington – Stations of the Cross at 6:30pm during Lent.
Wednesday: St. Paul’s, Cramlington – Mass at 10:00am
Thursday: St. Paul’s, Cramlington – School Mass in church at 10:00am
Friday: St. John’s, Annitsford – Stations of the Cross at 6:30pm followed by Mass at 7:00pm during Lent.

Adoration

Adoration   9.00 AM – 9.30 AM on Sunday
Holy Hour : 6.00 PM -10.00 PM on Friday

Mass Intentions

We offer the facility for Mass to be celebrated for your personal Intentions. The weekly Mass Intentions will be published on our Calendar (see below).

If you wish to use this feature please fill in one of the envelopes at the back of Church or click the following “Mass Intention Request Form1 link.

Welcome Note by the Parish Priest

Greetings and blessings to all who visit our virtual parish home. It brings me great joy, on behalf of the entire parish community, to extend a warm welcome to you. Whether you are a long-standing member of our parish family, a newcomer seeking spiritual guidance, or simply someone curious to learn more about our faith community, we are delighted to have you here.

Our parish website serves as a digital gateway to our vibrant and diverse community, where we come together to worship, learn, serve, and grow in our faith. Through this platform, we aim to extend the reach of our ministry beyond the physical walls of our church, welcoming individuals from near and far to join us on our journey of faith. Within these digital pages, you will find a wealth of resources designed to nourish your spiritual life and deepen your connection to God and one another. From information about our liturgical celebrations and

Sacramental life to opportunities for service and outreach, we hope you discover something that speaks to your heart and inspires you to become an active participant in our faith community.

At St. Johns, we are committed to fostering a spirit of hospitality, inclusivity, and compassion, reflecting the love and mercy of Jesus Christ. We strive to create a welcoming environment where all are valued, accepted, and supported on their individual paths of faith.

As you explore our website, may you encounter the presence of God and experience the warmth of our parish family. Whether you join us for Mass, participate in one of our ministries, or simply reach out to connect with us, we look forward to journeying with you and sharing in the grace and blessings of God’s love.

Thank you for visiting us online. Know that you are always welcome here, and we pray that your time spent with us enriches your life and draws you closer to the heart of God.

Peace and Blessings.

Fr. Manoj Joseph Punchakunnel SAC

Feast Days

There are no upcoming events.

Sunday Reflection

2 March 2024

First Reading – Exodus 20:1-17; Second Reading – 1 Corinthians 1:22-25; Gospel – John 2:13-25 The liturgy of the Third Sunday of Lent ...

Daily Scripture Readings

May the Holy Spirit increase in all of us a deep hunger for the word of God, that we may be nourished and strengthened in it for our daily lives.  When we read God’s word and listen attentively, it is the Lord himself who speaks to us personally and Who reveals to us his enduring love. Click here for Scripture reading

Special Notices

Tea by the sea

Saturday 23rd March 2024 13:30 hrs for 14:00 to 16:00 ...
AT ST. JOHN BAPTIST CHURCH

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