Author: Michael McG - Page 18 - Middlesbrough Diocese

How you could earn a £1,000 windfall for your church

by Michael McG | Apr 28, 2025 | Miscellaneous

Tesco and easyfundraising have come together again to give a little help to our parishes – and your church could receive one of five £1,000 funding pots.This month, when members of your congregation shop with Tesco via the easyfundraising website or app, your church...

Fatima event brings statue and relics to cathedral

by Michael McG | Apr 28, 2025 | Appeals and Special Events, Parishes, St Mary's Cathedral, Middlesbrough

The World Apostolate of Fatima in England and Wales (WAF) is arranging a weekend event at St Mary’s Cathedral as part of the celebrations for the centenary of the Fatima Five First Saturdays devotion.The Pilgrim Virgin Statue and Relics of Saints Jacinta and Francisco...

Join the worldwide Rosary chain for the conclave

by Michael McG | Apr 28, 2025 | Appeals and Special Events, Pope Francis, Rosary

Rosario, the global Rosary prayer app, has launched an international prayer initiative as the College of Cardinals prepares for the conclave to elect a successor to Pope Francis.At this pivotal moment for the Catholic Church, Rosario says cardinals need our prayers...

Online Book of Condolence for Pope Francis

by Michael McG | Apr 24, 2025 | Pope Francis

We invite members of our diocesan community and visitors to express their thoughts, prayers and memories in our online Book of Condolence following the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis. This is a space to honor his life, leadership and the profound impact he had...

Bishop’s tribute on the death of Pope Francis

by Michael McG | Apr 21, 2025 | Bishop Terry, Catholic Bishop's Conference, Pope Francis

Bishop Terry has released the following statement on the death of Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome… I heard the truly shocking news as I switched on the TV to listen to the morning news. Although Pope Francis has been struggling with his health over the last few...