Open to all students! Drop into the Chaplaincy every Wednesday between 1pm - 2pm for tea, coffee, snacks, bracelet making and other relaxing activities!

Reflect on the Church's divine foundation and its mission to bring the light of Christ to the world. This session also explores the marks of the Church and its apostolic nature.

You’re warmly invited to join our RCIA (Journey of Faith) programme as we explore the richness of the Catholic faith together. Whether you’re curious, seeking answers, or ready to take the next step, this is a welcoming space to ask questions and deepen your relationship with God. All are welcome!

Join our dedicated team of church cleaners in St Mary's Church to clean and prepare the church for the weekend.

Every Thursday, the Open House team prepare a hot meal and a warm welcome to the needy of the city. The team is always looking for volunteers to help prepare and serve the guests.

This is the monthly preparation meeting for children participating in the parish's First Reconciliation and Eucharist Programme.

Join us every Thursday for Student Prayer Group followed by food and community time.

The Rosary is a popular Catholic prayer that is made up of a series of prayers, including the Our Father, the Hail Mary, and the Glory Be.

The Legion of Mary meet every Sunday for prayers and devotions every Sunday in the Upper Room, upstairs in St Mary's Catholic Centre, bridge Street.

Join us after the 10.30 Mass at St Mary's for the best company, the best tea and coffee, and the best bacon sandwiches in Sunderland!

Exodus 90 begins today!

The baptism preparation course is for parents preparing for the baptism of their children in Our Lady of Mercy Parish. The course is mandatory and run by our team of parish catechists. It explores the Church's understanding of the sacrament of baptism and what it means to belong to the family of the Chruch.

The Divine Mercy Chaplet is a Catholic devotion to the Divine Mercy, based on the Christological apparitions of Jesus reported by Faustina Kowalska, known as "the Apostle of Mercy". The Chaplet can be prayed at any time, it is most often prayed at 3pm each day or as part of the Divine Mercy Novena. At Our Lady of Mercy Parish, we pray it after the 12:05 Mass on Mondays.

We live our lives according to the stories we believe... but what if there is another story? That story is the gospel! The Rescue Project seeks to proclaim the gospel in a compelling and attractive way over eight weeks in a small group format. All adults and teens are invited to join us in discovering the story. The Rescue Project seeks to proclaim the gospel in a compelling and attractive way over eight weeks in a small group format. All adults and teens are invited to join us in discovering the story. The adventure you were born for beckons!

The Over 60s Club meets after the 12:05 Mass. You're welcome to join them for good company and a game of bingo!

Chaplaincy Tuesday: Catholicism with Bishop Robert Barron.

Join the choir that sings at the 10.30 am Mass for practice every Tuesday evening. Everyone is welcome!

Open to all students! Drop into the Chaplaincy every Wednesday between 1pm - 2pm for tea, coffee, snacks, bracelet making and other relaxing activities!

Discover the profound meaning of the Catholic liturgy, focusing on the Eucharist as the source and summit of Christian life. Learn how the liturgy connects us to Christ’s saving work.

You’re warmly invited to join our RCIA (Journey of Faith) programme as we explore the richness of the Catholic faith together. Whether you’re curious, seeking answers, or ready to take the next step, this is a welcoming space to ask questions and deepen your relationship with God. All are welcome!

Join our dedicated team of church cleaners in St Mary's Church to clean and prepare the church for the weekend.

Every Thursday, the Open House team prepare a hot meal and a warm welcome to the needy of the city. The team is always looking for volunteers to help prepare and serve the guests.

Join us every Thursday for Student Prayer Group followed by food and community time.

The celebration of the First Reconciliation for children taking part in the parish's preparation programme.

The Rosary is a popular Catholic prayer that is made up of a series of prayers, including the Our Father, the Hail Mary, and the Glory Be.

The Legion of Mary meet every Sunday for prayers and devotions every Sunday in the Upper Room, upstairs in St Mary's Catholic Centre, bridge Street.

Join us after the 10.30 Mass at St Mary's for the best company, the best tea and coffee, and the best bacon sandwiches in Sunderland!

At Pentecost 2024, Bishop Stephen launched the diocesan vision and invited parishes and individual to pray and reflect on what the Holy Spirit is calling us to be and do. The Parish Pastoral Council invites all parishioners to join them for five sessions of prayer and discernment.

The Divine Mercy Chaplet is a Catholic devotion to the Divine Mercy, based on the Christological apparitions of Jesus reported by Faustina Kowalska, known as "the Apostle of Mercy". The Chaplet can be prayed at any time, it is most often prayed at 3pm each day or as part of the Divine Mercy Novena. At Our Lady of Mercy Parish, we pray it after the 12:05 Mass on Mondays.

We live our lives according to the stories we believe... but what if there is another story? That story is the gospel! The Rescue Project seeks to proclaim the gospel in a compelling and attractive way over eight weeks in a small group format. All adults and teens are invited to join us in discovering the story. The Rescue Project seeks to proclaim the gospel in a compelling and attractive way over eight weeks in a small group format. All adults and teens are invited to join us in discovering the story. The adventure you were born for beckons!

The Over 60s Club meets after the 12:05 Mass. You're welcome to join them for good company and a game of bingo!

Chaplaincy Tuesday: Catholicism with Bishop Robert Barron.

Join the choir that sings at the 10.30 am Mass for practice every Tuesday evening. Everyone is welcome!

Open to all students! Drop into the Chaplaincy every Wednesday between 1pm - 2pm for tea, coffee, snacks, bracelet making and other relaxing activities!

Continue to explore the Eucharist, its role in Catholic worship, and the real presence of Christ. Understand how the Eucharist is a foretaste of the heavenly banquet.

You’re warmly invited to join our RCIA (Journey of Faith) programme as we explore the richness of the Catholic faith together. Whether you’re curious, seeking answers, or ready to take the next step, this is a welcoming space to ask questions and deepen your relationship with God. All are welcome!

Join our dedicated team of church cleaners in St Mary's Church to clean and prepare the church for the weekend.

Every Thursday, the Open House team prepare a hot meal and a warm welcome to the needy of the city. The team is always looking for volunteers to help prepare and serve the guests.

Join us every Thursday for Student Prayer Group followed by food and community time.

The Rosary is a popular Catholic prayer that is made up of a series of prayers, including the Our Father, the Hail Mary, and the Glory Be.