Where is the parish?
St Vincent’s Church is on 2 Bentinck Road, in Altrincham,
Cheshire WA14 2BP

What denomination is St Vincent’s?
It is a Roman Catholic Church.

How long has the church been there?
The church opened on 1st October 1905.

I have recently moved into the parish and I would like a point of contact?
Contact Detta Saxby on 0161 928 4692.

Who is the parish priest?
Father John Rafferty is the parish priest.

And who are the other clergy?
The parish priest is assisted by Father Ned Wall, Father Tony Grace and Deacon John Penny.

When does Mass take place?
Each Sunday Mass is celebrated at 8.30 am, 10.00 am, 11.15 am and 6.30 pm.
A Mass also takes place from Monday to Saturday at 12.15pm.
A Saturday evening also takes place at 7pm.

If I become involved in the church, do I need to give money.
No. A voluntary collection does take place during Mass, where the congregation have the option of making a contribution. The majority of contributions are small.

Does St Vincent’s have a relationship with any local schools?
The church has a relationship with St Vincent’s Juniors on Osborne Road and St Vincent’s Infants on Orchard Road. While both schools belong to Trafford Borough Council, they also have historic ties to the church. Roman Catholicism is of central importance to the schools. St Vincent’s clergy celebrate Mass there regularly.

Does the parish publish a news letter or any other material?
The parish publish The Vineyard magazine. The aim of the publication is to reflect parish life, and its content is mainly provided by parishioners. The bulletin, which is a weekly newsletter, is available at Mass on a Sunday. This website is also a useful source of information.

Are there any informal social events, where I can meet people after Mass?
The church frequently invites parishioners back to Westleigh, for drinks and snacks. These events normally take place on a Sunday morning, from 11.00 to 1.00 pm.