Local Christian leaders have warned that annexation would “bring about the loss of any remaining hope for success of the peace process”.
Windrush Day: Learn lessons from history to bring about racial justice, says Bishop
Bishop says: “This Windrush Day we should unite in prayer and reflection, with a shared commitment to properly recognise the profound importance and value of the UK’s migrant and ethnic minority communities.”
A new deacon is ordained
We give thanks for the ordination of Deacon Tony Grant.
Where and when churches are open for private prayer
The Cathedral and other churches are re-opening for private prayer: see where you can go here.
Bishop speaks to First Communion children at Corpus Christi Mass
Bishop Alan: “Our Lord Jesus Christ will always be with you and will never ever lose you even though sometimes you might think you’ve lost him.”
Bishop Alan shares guidance on re-opening of churches
Parishes are receiving guidane on making preparations for the safe re-opening of churches.
Cardinal praises Gubay Foundation for £1m Covid-19 hardship donation
Catholic charities across the country have received emergency grants to support front-line action in tackling poverty through food banks, food vouchers and crisis schemes targeting those most in need.
Bishops: “Racism is an evil which must be opposed”
Members of the Bishops’ Conference of England & Wales with responsibility for International Affairs and Racial Justice have expressed solidarity with those challenging racism in the US after the killing of George Floyd.
CES pays tribute to all those working in Catholic education
Bishop Marcus, Chair of the Catholic Education Service, says: “The fortitude and resolve demonstrated by our Catholic schools’ sector during this emergency has been extraordinary and is something of which we can be rightly proud.”
Bishop Alan on Pentecost and what it means for us
A transcript and recording of Bishop Alan’s homily for Pentecost Sunday.