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Our Lady of the Assumption
Blackpool
Lancashire
FY4 5DF
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Who we are
The Parish of The Guardian Angels is a Catholic parish of the Diocese of Lancaster situated in the south of the seaside town of Blackpool in the northwest of England.
As Catholics we are Christians in Communion with the Pope, the successor of St Peter, and fully committed to following the teachings of Christ as contained in Scripture and in the living Tradition of the Church, handed down to us from the Apostles. We seek to live out these teachings to commit ourselves to a life of prayer and charity and to share with others the Good News of God’s salvation. We come together as a parish to worship Almighty God, to receive the Church’s sacraments and to build up the community of God’s faithful people.
You are very welcome to join us for Mass, whatever your age, background or personal situation. You don’t even need to be a Catholic to attend our Masses or services with us. Just come with an openness in your heart. The times of our Masses are on our latest parish newsletter.
If you’ve never joined us before and you’re considering coming, here’s what you might expect…
Welcoming people – but ordinary people much like yourself. We do love it when someone comes to us for the first time. But, we don’t always recognize first-time visitors, so feel free to say, “This is my first time here” and we’ll guide you in!
A safe environment for children and young people. There’s a Children’s Liturgy for primary-aged. All those who direct interaction with children and young people must have a valid DBS.
Practical teaching & preaching that connects the Scriptures and the teaching of the Church to our everyday life.
Plenty of opportunities to get involved. Everybody belongs here – we do everything for the name and fame of Jesus Christ!
As Catholics we are Christians in Communion with the Pope, the successor of St Peter, and fully committed to following the teachings of Christ as contained in Scripture and in the living Tradition of the Church, handed down to us from the Apostles. We seek to live out these teachings to commit ourselves to a life of prayer and charity and to share with others the Good News of God’s salvation. We come together as a parish to worship Almighty God, to receive the Church’s sacraments and to build up the community of God’s faithful people.
You are very welcome to join us for Mass, whatever your age, background or personal situation. You don’t even need to be a Catholic to attend our Masses or services with us. Just come with an openness in your heart. The times of our Masses are on our latest parish newsletter.
If you’ve never joined us before and you’re considering coming, here’s what you might expect…
Welcoming people – but ordinary people much like yourself. We do love it when someone comes to us for the first time. But, we don’t always recognize first-time visitors, so feel free to say, “This is my first time here” and we’ll guide you in!
A safe environment for children and young people. There’s a Children’s Liturgy for primary-aged. All those who direct interaction with children and young people must have a valid DBS.
Practical teaching & preaching that connects the Scriptures and the teaching of the Church to our everyday life.
Plenty of opportunities to get involved. Everybody belongs here – we do everything for the name and fame of Jesus Christ!
Location of worship / Church Address
125 Common Edge Road
Blackpool,
Lancashire
FY4 5DF
United Kingdom
Phone: 01253 832958
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Church Pastor
Fr Christopher Loughran
Parish Priest
125 Common Edge Road
Blackpool,
Lancashire
FY4 5DF
United Kingdom
Phone: 01253 762227
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Quote of the Day
Psalms 4:8
I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.
I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, LORD, only makest me dwell in safety.
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Roman Catholic
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Mass times
Our Lady of the Assumption
Saturday
6pm (Vigil)
Sunday
10:30am
Daily Mass: See Newsletter:
https://parishofguardianangelsblackpool.com/parish-newsletter/
Confession Times
Our Lady of the Assumption: Sat 11-11.30am
Or by request to any priest in church. Also by appointment.
Please note that these times may change. Please check our latest Parish Newsletter for the most up to date times.
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2022 CHRISTMAS MASS TIMES
Christmas Eve
5.30pm St John Vianney
6pm Our Lady of the Assumption
Christmas Day
9am St John Vianney
10am St Cuthbert
10.30am Our Lady of the Assumption
11.15am St John Vianney
Midnight Mass at St Kentigern’s.
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OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION 75th Anniversary Mass and Celebration Friday 9th December 6pm and afterwards in the Hall
Mass Times last updated on the 8th of December, 2022
Our Lady of the Assumption
Saturday
6pm (Vigil)
Sunday
10:30am
Daily Mass: See Newsletter:
https://parishofguardianangelsblackpool.com/parish-newsletter/
Confession Times
Our Lady of the Assumption: Sat 11-11.30am
Or by request to any priest in church. Also by appointment.
Please note that these times may change. Please check our latest Parish Newsletter for the most up to date times.
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2022 CHRISTMAS MASS TIMES
Christmas Eve
5.30pm St John Vianney
6pm Our Lady of the Assumption
Christmas Day
9am St John Vianney
10am St Cuthbert
10.30am Our Lady of the Assumption
11.15am St John Vianney
Midnight Mass at St Kentigern’s.
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OUR LADY OF THE ASSUMPTION 75th Anniversary Mass and Celebration Friday 9th December 6pm and afterwards in the Hall
Mass Times last updated on the 8th of December, 2022
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Our Lady of the Assumption History
BRIEF HISTORY OF THE PARISH
The history of the parish began as World War II drew to an end. Bishop Pearson was at that time the Parish Priest of St Cuthbert's. He acquired a piece of land in the vicinity of Plumpton Avenue which was earmarked for the building of a new church.
However, because of an exchange arrangement with some local builders, the church was eventually built on its present site, some hundreds of yards further east than originally intended. Thus was formed in embryo what was to become the Parish Church of Our Lady of the Assumption on Common Edge Road.
At this time, (1946-7) building restrictions applied, so what were the chances of building a new church when so many people required housing in war ravaged Britain? A chance acquaintance came to the rescue. Mr Thomas Foulkes (father of Fr Anthony Foulkes) travelled by train to work in Manchester. One of his fellow passengers was a Manchester architect Mr Charles Jackson. On hearing of the 'Church Scheme' he drew up plans and specifications free of charge and under the then 'Voluntary Labour Scheme' gathered together a group of 25 workers of differing trades and professions who, in the evenings, following their normal day's work, built a church under the direction of Fr J. J. Bamber.
In less than a year, the work was complete. The men had toiled through a long hot summer and thus at the Opening Ceremony on 17th August 1947, a gathering of some 1500 people heard the Bishop of Lancaster, Right Rev. T.E. Flynn praise the 'zeal and devotion of Blackpool Catholics and the generous and large-minded cooperation of friends.' Blackpool had a new Catholic Church.
Its certification as a 'place of meeting for Religious Worship' was 25th July, 1947. The Stations of the Cross were erected on 8th February, 1948 by Fr Richard Kivergan (OFM). The Crucifix was erected on 11th February, 1951. Soon, afterwards, a new school, of Our Lady of the Assumption was opened in 1953.
As the number of regular attendants increased, the need for a bigger place of worship became necessary. In 1961, a permanent 300 seater church of Our Lady of the Assumption was opened, on the same site, at a cost of £34,000. Fr F. Warden, who at the time was the Parish Priest of Our Lady Star of the Sea, St Annes noted that: "The architect, Mr Bower Norris of Stafford and all the craftsmen who had worked upon it had the admiration of the people of Blackpool." The new church was blessed by Right Rev. T.B. Pearson (Bishop of Sinda) who also sang the Mass, while the Bishop of Lancaster, Right Rev. T.E. Flynn presided at the Opening.
The stained glass windows of the new church were properly aligned so that they would create magnificent lighting effects and atmosphere. The pulpit and pews of the old church were donated to St Monica's in Mereside. The Community of Our Lady of the Assumption is worthy of mentioning. In addition to the spiritual life of the people, many social events take place in the parish hall (which was the old church and is now also a community centre).
The history of the parish began as World War II drew to an end. Bishop Pearson was at that time the Parish Priest of St Cuthbert's. He acquired a piece of land in the vicinity of Plumpton Avenue which was earmarked for the building of a new church.
However, because of an exchange arrangement with some local builders, the church was eventually built on its present site, some hundreds of yards further east than originally intended. Thus was formed in embryo what was to become the Parish Church of Our Lady of the Assumption on Common Edge Road.
At this time, (1946-7) building restrictions applied, so what were the chances of building a new church when so many people required housing in war ravaged Britain? A chance acquaintance came to the rescue. Mr Thomas Foulkes (father of Fr Anthony Foulkes) travelled by train to work in Manchester. One of his fellow passengers was a Manchester architect Mr Charles Jackson. On hearing of the 'Church Scheme' he drew up plans and specifications free of charge and under the then 'Voluntary Labour Scheme' gathered together a group of 25 workers of differing trades and professions who, in the evenings, following their normal day's work, built a church under the direction of Fr J. J. Bamber.
In less than a year, the work was complete. The men had toiled through a long hot summer and thus at the Opening Ceremony on 17th August 1947, a gathering of some 1500 people heard the Bishop of Lancaster, Right Rev. T.E. Flynn praise the 'zeal and devotion of Blackpool Catholics and the generous and large-minded cooperation of friends.' Blackpool had a new Catholic Church.
Its certification as a 'place of meeting for Religious Worship' was 25th July, 1947. The Stations of the Cross were erected on 8th February, 1948 by Fr Richard Kivergan (OFM). The Crucifix was erected on 11th February, 1951. Soon, afterwards, a new school, of Our Lady of the Assumption was opened in 1953.
As the number of regular attendants increased, the need for a bigger place of worship became necessary. In 1961, a permanent 300 seater church of Our Lady of the Assumption was opened, on the same site, at a cost of £34,000. Fr F. Warden, who at the time was the Parish Priest of Our Lady Star of the Sea, St Annes noted that: "The architect, Mr Bower Norris of Stafford and all the craftsmen who had worked upon it had the admiration of the people of Blackpool." The new church was blessed by Right Rev. T.B. Pearson (Bishop of Sinda) who also sang the Mass, while the Bishop of Lancaster, Right Rev. T.E. Flynn presided at the Opening.
The stained glass windows of the new church were properly aligned so that they would create magnificent lighting effects and atmosphere. The pulpit and pews of the old church were donated to St Monica's in Mereside. The Community of Our Lady of the Assumption is worthy of mentioning. In addition to the spiritual life of the people, many social events take place in the parish hall (which was the old church and is now also a community centre).
Our Lady of the Assumption Historical Photos
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