First Solemn High Mass in England of Fr Gwilym Evans, FSSP
At St Mary’s Warrington on 7th August 2022.
Homily: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8BQ7a1OXMs
Instagram views https://www.instagram.com/stories/fssp.warrington/2899589588350570596/.
Reading
The Sacred Liturgy as a Secret Garden
New short book by Fr Armand de Malleray, FSSP
The well-known children’s story The Secret Garden lends itself to a religious and modern interpretation. Like orphaned children in desperate need of spiritual comfort, many Catholics discovered the traditional Latin Mass thanks to the Covid pandemic. Thirsting for Confession, for Eucharistic adoration, or for Holy Communion administered with reverence, they rejoiced when finding all this and more in traditional worship. This book offers an analogy between Frances Hodgson Burnett’s pre-WWI tale for children, and the revelation experienced in the 2020s by a growing number of adults stepping into the grace-filled haven of the traditional Roman liturgy.
Praise for The Sacred Liturgy as a Secret Garden
A very clever treatment of the novel The Secret Garden. That well-known children story should be read twice—firstly, as any reader would read it just for enjoyment, and then again after reading Fr de Malleray’s fascinating hermeneutic of tradition, because the enjoyment and appreciation would be much greater. —Leo Darroch, former President of the International Federation Una Voce
An imaginative essay, whose poetic nature is a timely invitation to rediscover the forgotten riches of the Church’s traditional liturgy. —Fr Simon Henry, BA MA, Director of St Peter’s International College
This essay is intriguing, creative and sufficiently provocative to maintain the reader’s interest. The variety of expression is refreshing. Readers of all ages will enjoy discovering the liturgical treasures that lie hidden in the Secret Garden. —Fr Neil Brett, former head teacher
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Tip: order it from the publisher’s website: cheaper and quicker, including for UK customers (then printed and posted from England): http://aroucapress.com/books/sacred-liturgy-garden.
Size: 5.25 x 8
100 pages
ISBN: 978-1-990685-23-1 | £9.99 or 10.95 USD
About the Author
Fr Armand de Malleray, FSSP holds a Master’s Degree in Modern Literature from the University of The Sorbonne in Paris. Ordained a priest and first assigned in England in 2001, he has been the editor of the quarterly magazine Dowry since 2008 and is the author of theological essays, of fiction and of art commentaries. He regularly preaches retreats to the clergy and the laity, and to young members of the Juventutem youth movement of which he has been the general chaplain since 2004. Since 2015, he is rector of St Mary’s Shrine Church in the Archdiocese of Liverpool, England.
Last spaces on Stonyhurst Youth Weekend !
With Fr Armand de Malleray, FSSP and Fr Gerard Quirke, and up to 40 young adults 18-35.
Sign up for our weekend away at Stonyhurst this July by emailing us at juventutemldn@gmail.com.
Hurry up: booking deadline Thur 14th July!
Spend the weekend with us in a beautiful setting, take the opportunity to get away from London and enjoy the stunning grounds, time with friends and Mass and devotions in the beautiful chapel.
Spaces are limited so email now to apply for a place!
Happy Feast of Ss Peter and Paul!
A reminder that today members of the Confraternity of St Peter can gain a plenary indulgence (under the usual conditions). If you would like to join the Confraternity, please contact Fr Phipps.
Let us pray for our sovereign pontiff.
Here is a sermon Fr Phipps gave in 2018 for this feast:
FINAL CALL FOR BOOKINGS: FSSP Summer Camps 2022
UPDATE 1/7/22: Bookings are now closed.
NB Update 27/6/22. There are a few spaces remaining on these camps, but bookings MUST be received this week
We are delighted that after a two-year gap, it looks as though it will be possible this year to have our residential summer camps, for children aged 10-17.
St Peter Summer Camp for Boys runs 1-6 August
St Petronilla Summer Camp for Girls runs 8-13 August
Both camps take place at Savio House, Bollington (nr Macclesfield), in the gorgeous setting of the Peak District. There will be daily Mass, Compline, rosary, catechism & chant classes, sport, and various games. Very often the children put on a play for the parents at the end of the camp. Each camp is staffed by priests and seminarians of the FSSP, as well as a number of dedicated lay volunteers. Catering is provided by Savio House.
Please complete the booking form and return to Fr Phipps with deposit to book a place for your child. Please note, spaces are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.
NB Please make out cheques to “FSSP England”. If you prefer to pay by bank transfer, you will find our details here – please ensure you are using ‘FSSP England’ account, and mention ‘summer camps 2022’ (or similar) in the reference.
Superb photos of Corpus Christi Procession
About 200 people attended the 11:00am solemn high Mass of the external solemnity of Corpus Christi at St Mary’s Shrine, Warrington, on Sunday 19th June 2022. At the same Mass, several of our children received First Holy Communion.
Most of the congregation followed in procession across town to St Alban’s, the mother-church of Warrington, where Canon Cunningham, PP welcomed us for Benediction. As every year, people came from far and wide to take part in this rare opportunity to bear witness to our Eucharistic faith. Many passers-by will have looked at the Lord in the monstrance, perhaps for the first time in their lives.
Thank you to all those who worked very hard to make this Corpus Christi a success.
All pictures here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/138056205@N08/albums/72177720299919130.
Dowry No53 Spring issue now online
In this issue:
Editorial: Liturgical Identity Confirmed
Fr de Malleray tells the quasi miracle of the papal decree showing that the FSSP does not fall under the recent restrictions of the traditional liturgy.
Ending Habitual Sins
Pragmatic approach and tips to monitor the gradual weakening of vice upon a soul.
100th Anniversary of Chesterton’s Conversion
Stuart McCullough describes the annual pilgrimage to GK Chesterton’s grave, with planned Mass in the presence of the Bishop of Northampton.
Easter Dawn Mass
Fr Gerard Quirke remembers the Covid lockdown, when difficult decisions had to be made in relation to the celebration of Holy Mass.
Falling in Eucharistic Love
Sophia Institute Press presents the brand-new edition of Ego Eimi – It is I, by Fr Armand de Malleray, FSSP. An accessible and entertaining presentation of the faith of the Church on the Holy Eucharist.
Unexpected 19th Century Catholic Revival
Laura Calnan shows how the Catholic revival in Europe two centuries ago was a surprise which could occur again if we learn from that past success.
The Diary of a Country Priest Today
Fr Patrick O’Donohue, FSSP tackles the issue of discouragement for laity and clergy alike, through a presentation of Georges Bernanos’ masterpiece.
What was the trade of St Joseph?
Fr Armand de Malleray examines the basis in Scripture and Tradition for identifying the trade of Our Lord’s foster-father as a carpenter.
Forthcoming events:
- Juventutem Weekend for 18-35: 22-24 July, Stonyhurst, Lancs: juventutemldn@gmail.com
- Summer Camps for children aged 10-17 in the Peak District. Boys 2-7 August. Girls 9-14 August. Contact Fr Phipps: sphipps@fssp.org.
- Clergy Retreat 3-7 October, Stonyhurst, Lancs, with Fr Armand de Malleray, FSSP: Contact/bookings: https://christianheritagecentre.com/events/clergy-retreat-oct22/
Conference Day Nature vs Grace
For young adults 18-35.
With Fr Armand de Malleray and Fr Gerard Quirke.
Join largest world trad pilgrimage
Would you like to walk among 15,000 pilgrims to a great medieval Marian shrine in France? Including French and foreign pilgrims, and about 150 young consecrated men and women, seminarians, friars, priests, monks and nuns walking with full-length habit the 70 miles between Paris and Chartres?
The annual Pilgrimage of Christendom from Paris to Chartres is the largest yearly gathering of Catholics worshipping according to the traditional liturgy. This year, Sat 4 to Mon 6 June 2022.
Click on picture to hear why this young pilgrim invites you to join [make sure to activate automatic English subtitles]:
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=external&v=715229856189012
Providentially, after 2 years of interruption due to Covid, the dates this year (4-6 June) coincides with the UK Jubilee Bank Holiday, allowing many more Brits than usual to take part. Currently the Covid travel regulations are nearly disappeared (with just one single negative PCR test result taken within 72 hours or an antigen test result taken within 48 hours pre-departure, and no further test either in France or back in England; nor any quarantine).
Arrival in Paris by Friday night 3rd June, for departure from Paris early morning on Saturday 4th June. Walk 70 miles. Only carry the light items you need for the day, while heavy stuff remains in your suitcase loaded on Pilgrimage trucks. Pilgrims communal tents and troughs available and breakfasts. Bring your own lunches and suppers. Arrival in Chartres on Monday afternoon 6th June, with pontifical high Mass in the cathedral.
All liturgies in the traditional form.
Contact TODAY Michael to book with the English Chapter: m.hall@talk21.com. There is also an Irish Chapter.
Michael will assist you with travel and accommodation arrangements.
Michael is registered with the organisers as the Head of the English Chapter. They require participants details of as soon as possible and there is a DISCOUNT if we can submit registrations by 15 May.
Michael has found reasonably priced accommodation for at least 12 in Paris the Friday night and in Chartres for the Monday, but ideally he will need an idea of numbers next week before confirming the booking.
See pictures and further info on https://www.nd-chretiente.com/.
New Edition of Book on the Holy Eucharist
Ego Eimi – It Is I
Falling in Eucharistic Love
by Fr. Armand de Malleray, FSSP
On this Maundy Thursday when we celebrate the Most Holy Sacrament of the Altar, we are delighted to announce that this book is now available again in a brand new edition by Sophia Institute Press.
Tip: Safe and easy purchase from the publisher’s website is much more advantageous to the Catholic publisher and author (than on Amazon who retains nearly every profit and pays publisher and author a tiny fraction).
Or see discounts below.
Belief in the Real Presence of Christ in the Holy Eucharist has declined drastically over the past fifty years. For the love of the Lord and the good of souls, how can we help reverse this trend?
Whether you are a believer or struggling, this book will help you develop a personal relationship with Jesus in the Most Blessed Sacrament. In these pages, Fr. Armand de Malleray looks afresh at traditional Church teaching on the Holy Eucharist. He demonstrates that it is implemented with precision, strength, and beauty in the time-tested Traditional Latin Mass missal.
In his engaging and accessible style, Fr. de Malleray explains the significance of each precious detail of the traditional Eucharistic liturgy, from the opening words of the Preparatory Prayers, “Judge me, O God,” to the importance of punctuating the words of Consecration, to the meaning of the celebrant’s genuflections before and after the elevation.
Fr. de Malleray explains essential doctrines such as transubstantiation, the concomitant presence of Christ’s Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity, and the nature of the Eucharistic fragments. He also describes in moving detail Our Lady’s role in drawing us closer to her Eucharistic Son.
Replete with real-life stories, modern-day references, and cultural and historical reflections, Ego Eimi will inspire you to worship the Real Presence as an ardent believer, orient you to the invisible realities occurring, and foster a greater love for our Eucharistic Lord in your heart. You will learn to treasure the Holy Eucharist more deeply through Scripture, Church teachings, and philosophical reasoning. Experience the Eucharistic Fire: embrace the Real Presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and adore God’s gratuitous love.
Guided by the Church in which our Eucharistic Savior dwells, you will also learn how belief in the Real Presence:
- Surpasses other forms of God’s presence
- Is the central mystery and core tenet of our Faith
- Manifests God’s divine mercy as reflected in the prayers of the traditional Mass
- Trains us in contrition and prepares us for a favorable eternal judgment
- Deepens our love so that each time we worship will feel like our first, last, and only Mass
CONSIDER BULK DISCOUNT ORDERS:
15 to 30 copies: 40% off ($10.77 each)
31 to 40 copies: 45% off ($9.87 each)
Ordered by the case (44 per case): 50% off ($8.98 each).
Shipping for all bulk discounts is at cost, which is roughly $18-30 per case depending on where it’s being shipped.
For example, a box of 44 copies including shipping to the UK amounts to just £9.55 per copy.
Contact contact directly Molly Rublee for BULK orders [mailto:mrublee@sophiainstitute.com].