The Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Mary arrived in England during the Franco-Prussian War – and from a few German refugees, their Charism has spread throughout the UK and Ireland, to the Americas, Africa and The Philippines.
Gidea Park statue finds new home at Ilford school
The Virgin in Prayer is now at Ss Peter and Paul School in Ilford while a newly-commissioned bronze of Mother and Child graces the church of Christ the Eternal High Priest in Gidea Park.
Diocesan appointment reflects importance of Youth Ministry
Claire Bailey, once assistant manager at the BCYS retreat centre on Canvey Island, will be supporting parish clergy, catechists and youth leaders, as well as school staff and chaplains as the Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry.
World Mission Sunday 2020: Here I am, send me!
On World Mission Sunday 2020, we will be honouring the brave and selfless women and men already making a huge difference in Malawi, one of the poorest countries in the world. Please support Missio if you can.
Newsletter for Schools from Rob Simpson, Director of Education
Read the latest Education Newsletter from the Diocesan Director for Education, Rob Simpson.
‘Fratelli Tutti’ – a Franciscan vision for global healing
Read about Pope Francis’ Social Encyclical and its vision to heal a broken world.
Bring hope and help to those in need this Family Fast Day
Please get involved in CAFOD’s series of online events for Family Fast Day from 8-11 October. Coronavirus means this year it is even more important.
SWF churches to launch Town Nurse Project
The South Woodham Ferrers churches are looking to recruit a registered nurse to lead the service, working for five hours a week in the town in a paid position.
St Jerome on a laptop: mosaic honours Bible translator
Benedict XVI in the UK – The Speeches
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference has published recordings of the speeches made by Pope Benedict XVI during his visit to the UK 10 years ago on Spotify, Apple Podcast and other channels.