In September and October this year, the relics of St Bernadette will journey on pilgrimage to England, Scotland, and Wales for the very first time. The tour will depart from Lourdes on 1 September and return to the Shrine on 1 November. It will begin in the Diocese of Westminster and then move around the country.
The theme of the meeting is ‘Family love: vocation and a path to holiness’ and it will focus on various themes such as the difficulties for families in society today.
New Hall Principal Katherine Jeffrey was joined by Bishop Alan, Bishop Emeritus Thomas McMahon and Abbot Christopher Jamison OSB at a celebratory Mass.
The Queen's Green Canopy is a tree planting initiative which aims to create a legacy in honour of The Queen’s leadership of the Nation which will benefit future generations.
The Catholic Bishops of England and Wales have issued a statement on migration issues in the UK, saying that the Nationalities and Borders Act fails to treat asylum seekers justly.
While “Virtual viewing” of Mass online no longer fulfils the Sunday Obligation, say the Bishops, it may, however, be a source of continual spiritual comfort to those who cannot attend Mass in person, for example those who are elderly and sick, for whom the obligation does not apply.
The annual Mass celebrates the valuable contributions made by so many migrants to the life and economy of London and the surrounding counties - and is a sign of solidarity with refugees and asylum seekers.
SVP National President Helen O’Shea says the organisation has been working with a coalition of groups to influence MPs and peers on the Bill and will continue to fight for justice and the rights of refugees and people seeking asylum.
