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You are very welcome!

Thank you for taking the time to visit our parish website. We are a very active Catholic community, seeking to share the gospel values as revealed to us by our saviour Jesus Christ. If you find yourself in the area, please do call in and celebrate Holy Mass with us. Our parish priest, Canon John Griffiths is very keen to meet with visitors to the parish.

You are very welcome!

Thank you for taking the time to visit our parish website. We are a very active Catholic community, seeking to share the gospel values as revealed to us by our saviour Jesus Christ. If you find yourself in the area, please do call in and celebrate Holy Mass with us. Our parish priest, Canon Gerard Kearney is very keen to meet with visitors to the parish.

Our latest parish weekly news, notices and events below

Download the parish Newsletter Here

By Webmaster • October 12, 2026
Message from Ian; Thank you to everyone who supported me, in various ways, on the Leeds to Walsingham Way Pilgrimage. This was a successful Pilgrimage. There were around 50 Pilgrims who walked various sections of the route and three of us walked the full 250 miles. We delivered the written intentions to the Slipper Chapel in Walsingham. Your kind generosity has helped raise approximately £2,500, including Gift Aid, towards the St Mary's Building Fund. A daily account of the Pilgrimage can be found on the Diocese of Leeds website under the News section https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/leeds-walsingham-wayday-14/ . Days 1 to 13 are also available on the Diocese of Leeds website.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
11th -16th October 2026. If any parishioners would like to join in the evening workshops then they are most welcome. These will be taking place In St Aelred’s Hall, between 7-8.30pm: Tues 13th October - Praying together as a family, Wed 14th October - Ways of Praying, Thurs 15th October – Discernment. Please remember to pray for all our retreatants and our prayer guides.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
The winning numbers for the September draw are:- £40 - 116, £25 - 160, £20 - 149, £15 - 159.  Congratulations to the winners and thank you to everyone who supports the 200 Club. The winning cheques can be collected from the notice board.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
St Mary’s SVP, Small Electrical Items - Many thanks for your generous response to St Mary’s SVP request for small electrical items. Further donations are still welcome and can be left in the SVP box in ST Mary’s Narthex.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
Orders are being taken at the Piety shops in both churches. If you would like to buy your cards from church, please pop in to place your order.

Fr. Kearney's Prayer requests: Please remember those who are sick in your daily prayers:. If you would like to add someone to the list, please email the parish office through this link or email the parish direct  (on the newsletter) - Also, please pray for our recently bereaved - List Here

By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
11th -16th October 2026. If any parishioners would like to join in the evening workshops then they are most welcome. These will be taking place In St Aelred’s Hall, between 7-8.30pm: Tues 13th October - Praying together as a family, Wed 14th October - Ways of Praying, Thurs 15th October – Discernment. Please remember to pray for all our retreatants and our prayer guides.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
St Mary’s Children’s Liturgy Group are looking to refresh our children’s book box with some preloved religious books for children to borrow and enjoy during Mass. If you have any religious books for children that your family has finished with and would be happy to pass on, we would be very grateful for your donations. A basket will be left in the foyer for anyone who would like to contribute. Thank you.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
If you have a child who is due to start school in September 2027, we would love to meet you and help you get to know our school community. We are holding two open sessions for prospective families:  • Wednesday 18th November | 1.30pm to 3.00pm Please ring the school office to arrange a visit during one of these sessions on 01423 864631. If these dates are not convenient, please contact us and we will be happy to arrange a tour at a time that suits you.
By Webmaster • October 3, 2026
Volunteering within both parishes offers not only the chance to support our parish community but also a rewarding opportunity to gain essential work experience. These roles are open to all ages and ideal for anyone completing the Duke of Edinburgh Award , seeking work experience or wishing to build skills that enhance their CV . • Counting Team : Help manage and count donations, developing valuable skills in accuracy, attention to detail, financial record keeping and teamwork. • Cleaning Team : Maintain the church premises, gaining experience in organisation and time management and responsibility for communal spaces. • Children’s Liturgy : Assisting or leading, gain skills in Teamwork and collaboration, creative lesson planning and managing group dynamics. • Event Helpers : Assist in setting up, supporting, and clearing up during parish events, ensuring smooth operations and community engagement. If you are interested in gaining practical experience while contributing to our community, please contact the church office or speak to a member of the clergy. Please note, we follow a Safe Recruitment policy, roles are subject to references and in some cases DBS checks.

You are very welcome!

Welcome to St Mary’s Knaresborough. It is the town’s Roman Catholic Church, situated on Bond End on the main A59 on the edge of the town centre. The parish comprises all of Knaresborough town and many of the surrounding villages including Scriven, Scotton, Lingerfield, Farnham, Copgrove, Staveley, Arkendale, Coneythorpe, Flaxby, Goldsborough, Hay-a-Park, Harrogate Road up to the golf club house, and Forest Moor Road towards Harrogate up to and including White House Farm.  For directions to church see the Contact page


Whether you are looking to join our parish community on a regular basis, or are enquiring about becoming part of the church for a special event, such as a wedding or a baptism, or simply visiting the area and looking for a place to worship, these pages should give you all that you need to know.

Our latest parish weekly news, notices and events

Keep informed about parish activities on a week by week basis. Our important activities can be seen featured below, and found on our Parish Newsletter - available online here, or in print at the back of the church.

Fr Gerard's Prayer requests:  Please remember those who are sick in your daily prayers:  

If you would like to add someone to the list, please email the parish office   through this link  or email the parish direct (on the newsletter) - Also, please pray for our recently deceased -  List Here

By Webmaster • October 12, 2026
Message from Ian; Thank you to everyone who supported me, in various ways, on the Leeds to Walsingham Way Pilgrimage. This was a successful Pilgrimage. There were around 50 Pilgrims who walked various sections of the route and three of us walked the full 250 miles. We delivered the written intentions to the Slipper Chapel in Walsingham. Your kind generosity has helped raise approximately £2,500, including Gift Aid, towards the St Mary's Building Fund. A daily account of the Pilgrimage can be found on the Diocese of Leeds website under the News section https://www.dioceseofleeds.org.uk/leeds-walsingham-wayday-14/ . Days 1 to 13 are also available on the Diocese of Leeds website.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
11th -16th October 2026. If any parishioners would like to join in the evening workshops then they are most welcome. These will be taking place In St Aelred’s Hall, between 7-8.30pm: Tues 13th October - Praying together as a family, Wed 14th October - Ways of Praying, Thurs 15th October – Discernment. Please remember to pray for all our retreatants and our prayer guides.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
The winning numbers for the September draw are:- £40 - 116, £25 - 160, £20 - 149, £15 - 159.  Congratulations to the winners and thank you to everyone who supports the 200 Club. The winning cheques can be collected from the notice board.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
St Mary’s SVP, Small Electrical Items - Many thanks for your generous response to St Mary’s SVP request for small electrical items. Further donations are still welcome and can be left in the SVP box in ST Mary’s Narthex.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
Orders are being taken at the Piety shops in both churches. If you would like to buy your cards from church, please pop in to place your order.

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Important Notices

By Webmaster • October 12, 2026
Annual Mass for our deceased relatives and friends - Will take place on 10th at St Mary’s. 7pm
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
Catechesis for the Sacrament of Confirmation - Session 1 Sunday 18th October 11.30am to 2pm with a half an hour break for packed lunched session 2 Sunday 8th November same timings. Both sessions to be held in the classroom at St Mary’s. It is essential to attend both sessions before receiving the sacrament of Confirmation. Please email Fr Gerard before Wednesday 14th October to apply for Confirmation this year. The Sacrament will be celebrated at St Aelred’s on Saturday 21st November at 5.30pm
By Anthony Evans • October 11, 2026
November Dead List Envelopes – Are available at the back of church. Please return them to church as soon as possible. Thank you.

Events

By Webmaster • December 21, 2025
Christmas Mass Times - Please do join us for this wonderful celebration, we look forwarded to celebrated Christmas with you!
By Webmaster • November 21, 2025
The Sacrament of Confirmation: will be celebrated, by Bishop Marcus, on Wednesday 25 th February 2026, 7pm, at St Aelred’s. All Year 6 students and above are invited to apply for the sacrament. Please see Fr Gerard, Deacon David or Deacon Philip for an application form.
By Webmaster • October 24, 2025
St Aelred’s annual Christmas Fair will take place on Sunday 30th November following 9am Mass. We need donations of bottles, chocolate and cakes on the day. The annual raffle tickets are on sale this weekend.
By Webmaster • March 8, 2025
St Vincent’s Shop (SVP) in Knaresborough is in need of volunteers for various tasks: in the shop, sorting, on the till. Please call into the shop at 52 High Street Knaresborough or email annetteh@svp.org.uk. If you are able to offer an hour or two that would be much appreciated. The shop also needs donations of clothes, shoes, handbags and bric-a-brac.

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By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
Catechesis for the Sacrament of Confirmation - Session 1 Sunday 18th October 11.30am to 2pm with a half an hour break for packed lunched session 2 Sunday 8th November same timings. Both sessions to be held in the classroom at St Mary’s. It is essential to attend both sessions before receiving the sacrament of Confirmation. Please email Fr Gerard before Wednesday 14th October to apply for Confirmation this year. The Sacrament will be celebrated at St Aelred’s on Saturday 21st November at 5.30pm
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
St Aelred’s Fish Lunch - Monday 26th October 2026 St Aelred’s Hall, All are welcome to come and enjoy fish and chips, mushy peas, tea/coffee, bread & butter and sweets for afters. Come and have some good company and chat. Hall opens 12noon, luncheon served 12.30pm. £8.00 monies to be paid to Tony or Margaret. Please put your names on the list at the back of St Aelred’s church or phone Tony on 07912790773.
By Webmaster • October 11, 2026
Want to know more about the Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes? Then come along to Lourdes Quiz/information sharing night plus Pie & Peas supper from 7pm at St Josephs Church, Wetherby (in the Hall) on Friday 23rd October. More info & tickets available from Phil Marshall (07766 148375)

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The parish ministry  support the community in so many different ways. We encourage all parishioners to be involved.

Saint Ignatius Loyola

Pray as if everything depends on God, and work as if everything depends on you

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