English Martyrs, Litherland

Introduction

English Martyrs church in Litherland, part of the Archdiocese of Liverpool, was opened on 25 March 1935.

History

Archbishop Richard Downey laid the foundation stone for English Martyrs church on 29 April 1934. A parish hall named 'English Martyrs' was built in 1930 and used for Mass until 1935. The church cost £8000, with an extra £2000 for land and school extensions. A displayed list of fittings needed for the church invited families to pay for them, and all requirements were met at a cost of £950.

Sacraments and pastoral care

The parish arranges for Holy Communion to be taken to parishioners unable to attend Mass due to sickness. The sacrament of the sick is offered to those who request it, with contact via the Parish Office.

Adults wishing to be confirmed are asked to contact the Parish Office. Before a child's baptism, the family is invited to a Sunday Mass where the first part of the Rite of Baptism is celebrated with the parish community. Baptism requests are made through the Parish Administrator at the Parish Office in the presbytery beside the church.

To arrange a marriage, couples must contact the Parish Office with six months' notice. Couples must participate in a marriage preparation course organised through the Parish Office. Funeral ceremonies are arranged by contacting the parish office.