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
Mass is Live Streamed on Our Facebook Page (see link below) on Saturday at 6:00pm and on Major Feast Days (times to be advised). It is then uploaded onto our YouTube Channel within 1 hour of finishing.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament commences half an hour before the Saturday Mass for 25 minutes.
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You can view all our Streamed services on the Parish YouTube Channel using the link below. Services are generally uploaded onto our YouTube Channel after the service has ended.
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 5:00pm until 5:55pm on a Friday prior to the evening Mass for the Winter period..
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.
During this holy season of Lent, we are given a special opportunity to turn back to the Lord with renewed hearts. This year, our parish will join together with the parishes of Blyth, Cowpen, and New Hartley for a Joint Lenten Reconciliation Service. The service will take place on Thursday, 26 March 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Church of Our Lady and St Wilfrid, Blyth. I warmly encourage everyone to make use of this grace-filled opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. As we prepare our hearts for the great celebration of Easter, this service offers us a beautiful moment to experience God’s mercy and renewal. Let us come together in prayer and repentance so that we may celebrate the Paschal mysteries with joy and peace.
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
The Rosary will be recited at 9:30am each Wednesday during the 2025 Jubilee Year.
Our Coffee Morning follows the 10:00am Mass each Wednesday in the Back Room.
Thursday – 10:00am at St. Paul’s, Cramlington
Friday – 6:00pm at St. John the Baptist, Annitsford (Mass time changed for Winter period from 7pm to 6pm with Exposition from 5pm)
The Wednesday weekday Masses at St. Paul’s resumed in the Winter Chapel (Back Room) on Wednesday 1st October until Spring 2026 whilst the Thursday morning School Masses will remain in church.
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.
HOLY WEEK / EASTER SERVICES 2026
Palm Sunday
Normal weekend Masses 6:00pm @ St. Paul’s & 9:30am @ St. John’s
Maundy / Holy Thursday
Mass of the Last Supper 7:00pm @ St. John’s
Good Friday
Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ 3:00pm @ St. Paul’s
Easter Sunday
Vigil Mass 6:00pm @ St. Paul’s & 8:30pm @ St. John’s
Normal Sunday Mass @ St. John’s 9:30am
In Memorium
Mary Morrison Fenwick [ 05 February 1931 – 18 February 2026]
We are saddened to announce the passing of Mary Morrison Fenwick (05 February 1931 – 18 February 2026), a much-loved and devoted parishioner and faithful choir member of St. Paul’s Church.
Mary was a steadfast presence in the life of the church for many years. Her deep faith, gentle spirit, and dedication to worship enriched our parish community. Through her commitment to the choir, she helped lead the congregation in song with grace and devotion, offering her time and talents generously in service to God and others. She will be remembered with great affection and gratitude by all who knew her.
Mary’s Requiem will take place on Wednesday 11 March 2026 at 10.00 am at St. Paul’s Church, Cramlington, followed by committal at West Road Crematorium at 11.45 am.
Please keep Mary and her loved ones in your prayers at this time.
May she rest in peace.
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
Pope Leo XIV’s first Apostolic Exhortation, “Dilexi te”
Taking up Francis’ desire “that all Christians come to appreciate the close connection between Christ’s love and his summons to care for the poor”, Pope Leo XIV issues his first Apostolic Exhortation, “Dilexi te”, as a call to Christ’s disciples “to recognise him in the poor and the suffering”…. Read all: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2025-10/pope-leo-faith-cannot-be-separated-from-love-for-the-poor.html
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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.
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For over fifty years, this Parish Family has provided a welcoming and cordial environment for Eucharistic Celebrations
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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
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