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Our Church is placed under the patronage of St Clare, who in her spiritual life was closely associated with St Francis of Assisi, the founder of the great order of Friars Minor that bears his name, known as the Franciscans.

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Joy, peace and healing

What an amazing week we have had with the Franciscans of the Renewal - God has been very active among us!

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Welcoming the Franciscans

The Franciscan Sisters and a Friar of the Renewal have arrived at St Clare's for a six-day visit, and have already been getting to know some of the young parishioners!
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Lent

WHAT DOES ‘LENT’ MEAN?

Our word ‘Lent’ is taken from the Anglo-Saxon and means ‘Spring’ or ‘Lengthening.’ Lent is that time of year when the days lengthen, and hopefully a
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9th-14th March: Franciscans in Preston

Meet the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal. These four sisters, who live a life very similar to that of St Francis of Assisi, will be with us for a week
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Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines

This evening we were priveleged to welcome Lady Milena Grenfell-Baines, who shared her experience with a large audience in the parish hall.
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- Aid To The Church In Need
Annual Crib Blessing

Every crib invites us to feel amazed at the birth of Jesus. Tonight we blessed our cribs for use at home.

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