Welcome to our Parish Website

Saint Francis of Assisi is a parish within the Nottingham Diocese of the Catholic Church in England and Wales. Our parish is joined with The Church of the Assumption at Beeston.

The Parish comprises Long Eaton, New Sawley, Sawley, Breaston and parts of Draycott and Sandiacre, and is part of the Nottingham Deanery.

Join us for any of our Masses or social occasions. Details can be found on this website or our weekly newsletter, which can be found by following this LINK.

PARISH PRIEST: Reverend Fr. Christopher A Thomas

frcathomas@outlook.com 0115 922 8145

PARISH DEACON: Rev. Chris Stevens

chris.stevens@dioceseofnottingham.uk 0115 808 5428

Enabling Our Mission

Today's Readings, click to open

Click on the logo to go to the Jubilee page

Latest Parish Newsletter

Wednesday Word - Reflections for this Sunday's readings (C-Ord-33-2025)

Cycle of Prayer

Ordinary Time - Summer

Intentions

Throughout Ordinary Time: Summer we are asked to pray for the following intentions:

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Pope Leo XIV has dedicated his prayer intention for November to the prevention of suicide. "Let us pray that those who are struggling with suicidal thoughts might find the support, care and love they need in their community, and be open to the beauty of life. "

You can watch the Pope’s video to accompany the intention at:- https://youtu.be/AcME5I05LOg

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Safeguarding at St Francis

If you have any concerns about a child or a vulnerable adult, please contact our Safeguarding Representative, Jane Watts, in confidence on 07513 725366

Full Safeguarding information for the Parish may be found here

RECENT CATHOLIC PUBLICATIONS

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