Sunday 23rd November 2025
Christ the King
‘Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord!
Blessed is the oncoming kingdom of our father David!.’
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NRT
We know from Gaza and the Ukraine the horrors of modern war. But there are many, many wars that we hardly ever hear about. What do we know about the civil war in Sudan? – since 2023 more than 150,00 people killed, 12 million (!!) people displaced as refugees; and 25 million (!!) people currently severely malnourished. Enormous levels of hardship.
There are many other wars in Africa, the Middle East, elsewhere in Asia, in Latin America. Often made worse by powerful countries from afar taking sides to have control of local resources.
Pope Francis and Pope Leo tell us that war is not a solution, don’t get used to it. What can we do instead? Will nations ever dare to depend on non-violent resistance, which is often very successful? Panama abolished its army in 1990.
Always, we can pray. “Loving Father, who loves all humans equally, please protect your people throughout the world. Protect this planet that you have created. Protect us from the destruction of war. Protect us from greed. Help us to face how awful this is. Help us to find another way. Send your Spirit to heal – to help prevent, to help recover. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.”
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About Becoming Catholic
A preparation course exploring Catholic Christianity every Wednesday at 7.00pm in the Parish House. Please call Fr Basil on 07732 694 230 if interested.
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Sunday 23rd November
Catholic Education Sunday
Family Mass of Christ The King
Sacramental Enrolment Mass for P 3 & P 4
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Advent Sunday 30th November
On this Sunday, of new beginnings, we will welcome Jan Olesiejuk and Aidan Gilhooley into the life of Christ in the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and First Communion. Please keep them in your prayers.
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Sunday 7th December 12.30pm
Senior Parishioners Christmas Lunch
Invitations available now.
Sign Up Sheet at Stall at the back of the church
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Sunday 14th December 6.00pm Advent 3
Confessions for Christmas
Benediction & Advent Service of Light
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Parish Bible Study
An Introduction to the Bible for absolute beginners and for all who are interested in knowing God’s Word a bit better Thurs 7.00pm Parish House
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Hall Committee New Members Needed
We are looking for new hall committee members. If anyone in the parish is keen to join the committee. Please contact Ian Thom (the hall committee chair) on 07751 181315 or Fr Basil. We do need a meeting secretary and a kitchen manager as specific roles. But ordinary members are also welcome.
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For parish email contacts, please use following email address’ below.
Parish Administration
[email protected]
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Father Basil Clark
[email protected]
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Hall bookings
click on link below
Our Lady of Loretto Community Halls Booking
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The Parish Council
Our Lady of Loretto and St. Michael the Archangel
Meetings – If you wish anything to be discussed at the Parish Council Meetings please contact the secretary Click -> Our Lady of Loretto – Parish Office
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If you wish to donate to either Parish here are the links to use. If you prefer you can use the links to a specific church or charity on the Archdiocese of Edinburgh Website Administration – Archdiocese of Edinburgh
Donations to Our Lady of Loretto (Musselburgh) Donate
Donations to St Martin of Tours (Tranent) Donate
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Normal Mass Times at St Martin of Tours, and Our Lady of Loretto.
Normal Weekend Mass Times
Sat – 5-15 pm Confessions Our Lady of Loretto Musselburgh
Sat – 6:00 pm Our Lady of Loretto Musselburgh
Sun – 8:50 am Confessions St Martin of Tours Tranent
Sun – 9:30 am St Martin of Tours Tranent
Sun – 11:00am Our Lady of Loretto Musselburgh
Mass is also available on YouTube for the sick and housebound and you can click on the links below to access Mass at the times indicated.
Mass on Youtube
St Martin of Tour, Sun Mass from about 09:30 am
– https://www.facebook.com/StMartinsTranent/ (If you do not have a Facebook account you can still access St Martin YouTube Mass here on the Parish Communities YouTube channel )
Our Lady of Loretto and St Michael the Archangel Mass Sun from 11:00 am – Parish Communities YouTube channel
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ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
My Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I long for You in my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. Although You have already come, I embrace You & unite myself entirely to You; never permit me to be separated from You. Amen
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Archdiocese of St Andrew’s and Edinburgh
To discover more about our Archdiocese of St Andrew’s and Edinburgh and the activities in the Archdiocese – please follow the link below.
Link — The Archdiocese of St Andrew and Edinburgh
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SCIAF Ukraine Appeal
As well as your prayers please consider supporting SCIAF’s emergency appeal for Ukraine, if you are able. Donations can be made at https://www.sciaf.org.uk/
A prayer for peace in Ukraine
O Loving God, your Son, Jesus Christ, came into the world to do your Will and leave us His Peace. Through the intercession and example of our Blessed Mother Mary, Queen of Peace, grant us the wisdom and humility to reflect that peace to the world. Inspire our thoughts, words, and deeds to bear witness to your presence in our hearts. May your Holy Spirit fill us with every grace and blessing so that we may pursue what leads to peace for all humanity. Amen
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Young Adult Ministry
Are you seeking a connection in faith with other young adults.
Here is your link to <<Young Adult Ministry>> there is a diverse program of regular meetings and events including a Pilgrimage.
Weekly Mass’ are held for Young Adults and you can participate as Welcomers. Readers, Eucharistic Ministry, Music Ministry etc.
