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Synod 2021-23: The Church wants to hear from you!

Pope Francis has issued a worldwide invitation to all the faithful to help prepare the 2023 Synod of Bishops. The English-speaking Catholic Community of Luxembourg is contributing to this process, starting with a consultation of you – the people who make up our community.

This consultation invites you to answer some questions about the Church today. It is for people who go to church regularly, occasionally or not at all.

Paper versions of the consultation will be distributed at Mass but we would very much prefer if you respond online. Contributions on paper can be returned to a box by the altar rail at Mass.

All questions are optional and all answers are anonymous. Please submit your contribution by March 2nd (Ash Wednesday).

Thank you for sharing your experience of the Church!

Your Synodal Steering Group: Caren Baviera, John Coughlan, Francesco Spreafico

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UPDATED COVID REGULATIONS FOR CHURCH SERVICES!

Here are the latest updates from the Diocese as of 11th March 2022

 Removal of anti-Covid protection measures in the ecclesial context

 With the entry into force of the new anti-covid legal provisions this weekend, all the protective measures taken so far concerning religious services and catechesis become null and void.

 In accordance with the general call for caution at gatherings in the future, the Diocesan Administration nevertheless asks, out of consideration for all participants, to respect the following rules during religious services:

 1. It is up to each attendee to decide whether they wish to continue wearing the mask during the church service or not.

 2. During the distribution of communion, the minister of communion will continue to wear the mask and sanitize his hands.

 3. Communion in the mouth is allowed again.  However, persons who wish to receive communion in the mouth present themselves before the minister of communion at the end of the communion procession.

 4. Communion in the chalice for the faithful (eg Holy Thursday) is not permitted.

 5. The provision of holy water is permitted again.  The use of holy water in the church or in the cemetery is left to the free choice of the faithful.

 6. The Archbishop lifts the dispensation from the Sunday precept.

 7. With regard to catechesis, the parishes are free to maintain or not the wearing of the mask, taking into account the conditions of the place.

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Christmas in a Shoebox

Shoebox Appeal 2026

We are once again launching our annual Shoebox Appeal. The shoebox campaign delivers gifts to children affected by poverty in Eastern Europe and Africa. Often these shoebox gifts are the only gift that a child will receive at Christmas. Over the past 10 years our parish has packed over 6.000 Shoeboxes that were delivered to vulnerable Children. This year are we will again be working with TEAM HOPE. 

TEAM HOPE is an Irish, Christian development aid charity, working with children, their families and communities across Eastern Europe and Africa (www.teamhope.ie). They will ensure that our boxes delivered straight into the hands of a child in need, irrespective of their race, religion, ethnicity or background. The only criteria for receiving a shoebox is the need of the child .

You can contribute to the good cause by either packing your own box (empty boxes and instructions are available at the back of the church during the month of October) or by by making a donation to sponsor a box that has been pre-packed by our team.

There are two ways you can help:

  • Pack your own shoebox with carefully chosen gifts and treats for a child.
  • Make a donation to sponsor a shoebox. Your contribution will help our dedicated group of parishioners prepare boxes filled with care, love and a little Christmas magic.

Every shoebox is more than just a gift – it is a personal message of kindness and a moment of unforgettable joy for a child who may have very little.

The cost of a prepaid shoebox is €36.



Pay via Wero or bank transfer to / LU040 0019 3600 0364 40000 (Name: Foley-Rohen Michele)


For details or questions, feel free to speak to someone from the Shoebox Team at the back of the church.

The deadline is the 8th of November 2026.

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A Mass for Our Common Home: Thursday 8th October, 18:00, Saint-Michel

This year marks 800 years since the death of Saint Francis. To mark it, and to welcome our visitors from Ireland, there will be a Mass for Our Common Home on Thursday 8th October at 18:00 at Église Saint-Michel. The Mass is in English, celebrated by Fr Michael Cusack with Bishop Martin Hayes of Kilmore, and dedicated to the Care of Creation.

Afterwards we move to a nearby venue where there will be drinks and a bite to eat offered, and we hope some music. Come to the Mass, come to have a drink, or come to both. Everyone is welcome. More info salvatore@laudatosi.lu  or hope@laudatosi.lu

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