To be a welcoming Community that encounter Jesus in our Sacraments and spiritual activities, and reflecting Jesus’ experience to the periphery of our community through the works of charity and transparent Christian living.
Our Mission
Live Streaming of Mass
There are major issues with the sound quality, which we cannot address, when Live Streaming on YouTube. We will therefore resume on our Facebook Page www.facebook.com/groups/stpaulscramlington from Saturday 10th October 2026 at 6:00pm and going forward along with Major Feast Days (times to be advised).
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament commences half an hour before the Saturday Mass for 25 minutes.
The video recording of the Mass will then be uplifted onto our YouTube Channel [see link below] within 1 hour of its completion for those unable to access the original streaming on Facebook.
Exposition of The Blessed Sacrament takes place at St. Paul’s, Cramlington on a Saturday from 5:30pm until 5:55pm prior to the Vigil Mass; At St. John’s, Annitsford on Sunday from 9:00am until 9:25am prior to the Sunday Mass and from 6:00pm until 6:55pm on a Friday prior to the evening Mass. Exposition will be replaced with the reciting of the Rosary during the month of May.
Church is a place of prayer and reverence for the Blessed Sacrament reserved.
Please keep due silence and atmosphere of the ‘Presence of God’
for the Winter period.
Reconciliation – Facilities to attend Reconciliation will be available prior to every daily Mass. You can also request Reconciliation at your convenience with a prior agreed time.
Mass Times
Our normal Mass times are now as follows:
Saturday – 6:00pm (Sunday Vigil) at St. Paul’s, Cramlington
Sunday – 9:30am at St. John the Baptist, Annitsford
Tuesday – 10:00am at St. John the Baptist, Annitsford
Wednesday – 10:00am at St. Paul’s, Cramlington
Our Coffee Morning follows the 10:00am Mass each Wednesday in the Cafe Area..
Thursday – 10:00am at St. Paul’s, Cramlington
Friday – 7:00pm at St. John the Baptist, Annitsford. Exposition will be from 6:00pm [See Winter times below].
Exposition from 5:00p till 5:55pm with Mass to follow at 6:00pm during the winter months commencing Friday 9th October 2026 until 26th March 2027..
The Wednesday morning Masses will continue to be celebrated IN CHURCH over the coming winter months with the Coffee Morning to follow in the Cafe Area. This decision was made due to the numbers attending Mass now being too many to safely fit in the Back Room, and to save heating the Back Room just for the Coffee Morning. Additional seating has been arranged in the Cafe Area to cater for those attending Mass. We hope this will not be an inconvenience and be acceptable to all concerned.
Mass Intentions
We offer the facility for Mass to be celebrated for your personal Intentions. The Mass Intentions will be published weekly on our Calendar (see below). If you wish to use this facility please download a Form using the “MASS INTENTION” link at the top of the page (between LOGIN and BULLETIN) or fill in one of the envelopes at the back of Church and hand it to Fr. Manoj or place in the Offertory Collection. Should you wish to take the Offertory Processional gifts up on the day of your Mass Intention please speak to Teresa Reid in advance.
Discover St Paul's
Our Parish
Fr. Marron acquired the current site from the developers in 1969 and oversaw the planning / design of the church with a total cost of £70,00 for the site, church and presbytery.
Welcome to St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Cramlington. We would like to invite you to come and join with us in our celebrations in church.
PLEASE keep your phones turned off or in the Silent Mode and in your bag / pocket during the services.
Children are very welcome in our church and whilst they are encouraged to remain calm during Mass they are not expected to be silent or sit still throughout. We encourage children to join in as much of the Mass as they can manage. If your child needs to take a supervised break outside they are most welcome to do so. The Piety Stall at the back of church is available where you can continue to see and take part in the Mass should you feel the need for a quieter area for your child..
If you are not a Catholic you are most welcome here. Please do join in with any part of the Mass that you feel comfortable with, however there is no expectation to do so.
During Mass people are invited to offer the “Sign of Peace” with each other and at this point we shake hands with those around us and say “Peace be with you.” as a sign of peace. If you feel uncomfortable with this you could just wave to people instead.
During Mass Catholics who have made their First Holy Communion are invited to receive Holy Communion. Anyone who has not made their First Holy Communion or is not a Catholic is welcome to come to receive a blessing instead of Communion. To indicate you are coming for a blessing and not to receive Communion, please cross your hands across you chest. You are equally welcome to remain in your seat at this point of the Mass should you prefer to do so.
Parish Priest's Welcome
Dear Friends,
Welcome to St. Paul’s R.C. Church!
For over fifty years, this Parish Family has provided a welcoming and cordial environment for Eucharistic Celebrations
Fr. Manoj Joseph Punchakunnel SAC
Parish Priest
In Memorium
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Jim Malloy who sadly passed away on Tuesday 25th August.
His Funeral Service at St. Paul’s RC Church, Cramlington was held at 11:45am on Tuesday 29th September followed by his Private Committal at Blyth Crematorium at 1:00pm.
Please also keep the family in your prayers during this sad time.
Our Lady of Fatima Chapel – Dedication
On Friday, 20 February 2026, during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist at St. Paul’s RC Church, Cramlington, the Chapel of Our Lady of Fatima was solemnly blessed and dedicated. The Sacred Liturgy was presided over by Canon Stephen Watson; the relics of Saints Francisco and Jacinta Marto were reverently enshrined by Rev. Fr. Shaun O’Neil, and the chapel itself was blessed by Rev. Fr. Peter Stott, in the prayerful presence of clergy and faithful from across the parishes.
For me, this sacred space stands as more than stone and ornament; it is a testament of trust in the maternal intercession of Our Lady of Fatima. The enshrinement of the relics of Saints Francisco and Jacinta Marto is a profound grace, drawing us into the luminous simplicity of their faith, sacrifice, and steadfast hope. Born of a single, ardent desire—to perpetuate the message entrusted at Fátima in 1917—this chapel invites all who enter to embrace prayer, penance, and conversion of heart. The Miracle of the Sun remains a radiant sign that heaven is not distant, that God moves within history, and that in Him, hope is never extinguished.
Diocesan Vision:
What is the Lord Calling Us to Be and Do?
Bishop Stephen has shared a Diocesan Vision (see documents opposite) with priorities for further prayerful reflection along with the following message. READ ME
Pastoral Letter. First Sunday of Lent. 22nd February 2026
Lent, A Season of Preparation for Mission.
Click on the following links to view the Documents.
Initial Diocesan Vision Pentecost 2024
Special Notices
Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary: Will be held next Wednesday 7th October and we will recite the Rosary prior to the usual 10:00am Mass in St. Paul’s church. All parishioners from both parishes are invited to attend.
Christmas Meal 2026
I’m booking this year’s Christmas meal for December 18th at the Keel Row Pub. There is live entertainment too. There will be envelopes at the back of Church this weekend. Please take one if you want to attend , list how many tickets you need and place the cash in the envelope. Each ticket is £35. The menu will be displayed at the back too. ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE DELIVERED TO FR OR PLACED THROUGH HIS LETTER BOX NO LATER THAN October 8th. The pub requires full payment ( non refundable) in order to make the booking. There will also be an announcement after Mass. God bless – Paula Battersby
Quotation from St. Paul
Diocesan News
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I enjoy being part of St Paul’s parish as the community are so generous and welcoming to all. Their Prayer Group is particularly supportive and gives hope to those who are going through tough times.Jacqui H
For over 40 years family, friendships and faith have been shaped, moulded and intertwined with the life of this parish community. I feel truly blessed to belong.Barbara B
I’m glad to belong to St Paul’s because I find it a welcoming, friendly and caring community in which my faith can flourish and grow with the provision of excellent spiritual guidance and support.Peter K