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The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Bill

by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Miscellaneous

Please write to your MP, emphasising that you are a constituent, who feels very strongly that there should be a conscience vote about the Bill and stating your principle objections to the suggested legislation. Parishes could also consider brief letter-writing...

A Message from Bishop Terry on Justice and Peace

by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Bishop Terry's Homilies

As Christians we should know that justice is the bare minimum we owe to one another. It arises out of our natural interdependence. Justice cannot be avoided; it is the foundation of so much else, not least of all peace. Without justice there can be no peace and...

Kathryn’s Leap

by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Appeals and Special Events

Kathryn Tillotson is one of the group of brave souls joining Fr Paul Farrer in his 40@40 bungee jump off the Transporter Bridge on June 15th. All proceeds will be going to Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice, Middlesbrough so all sponsorship is for a really good cause....

Sr Agatha, York Ambassador of the Year

by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Miscellaneous, Religious Communities

Congratulations to Sister Agatha Leach CJ, of the Bar Convent Community on being named best ambassador for York in the city’s tourism awards. This remarkable award comes hot on the heels of the City of York recently being voted UK’s Best City. Click here...

Live The Dream – Like Father Pat!

by webmaster | Apr 23, 2008 | Appeals and Special Events

A BIG-HEART mystery backer who donated £2,100 means 59-year-old Father Pat Keogh will play the last few minutes of a charity football match at the Riverside – but YOU can still bid to play from just £210. Fr Keogh, parish priest at St Joseph’s Parish in...